Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Entrepreneurial Morality: Some Indications from Greece

In countries with relatively small firms, entrepreneurial morality is determined by the influences that shape the values, the personality and the character of entrepreneurs as owners and managers of their enterprises. To shed some light on the processes involved we estimate an ordered probit model using data from 1643 enterprises, which were collected in Greece in the spring of 2006. We find that localized and generalized morality, the family and the educational environment, the level of education, the size of firms, and the moral factors that contribute to success in business, determine entrepreneurial morality in a statistically significant way. By contrast, even though we experimented with such other influences as the age of enterprises, the gender of entrepreneurs, the location of schools where they grew up, etc., none of them turned out to exert perceptible impacts.
Discrimination and Employment Protection

We study a search model with employment protection legislation. We show that if the output from the match is uncertain ex ante, there may exist a discriminatory equilibrium where workers with the same productive characteristics are subject to different hiring standards. If a bad match takes place, discriminated workers will use longer time to find another job, prolonging the costly period for the firm. This makes it less profitable for the firms to hire the discriminated workers, thus sustaining discrimination. In contrast to standard models, the existence of employers with a taste for discrimination may make it more profitable to discriminate also for firms without discriminatory preferences.
Herschel measurements of the D/H and 16O/18O ratios in water in the Oort-cloud comet C/2009 P1 (Garradd)

The D/H ratio in cometary water is believed to be an important indicator of the conditions under which icy planetesimals formed and can provide clues to the contribution of comets to the delivery of water and other volatiles to Earth. Available measurements suggest that there is isotopic diversity in the comet population. The Herschel Space Observatory revealed an ocean-like ratio in the Jupiter-family comet 103P/Hartley 2, whereas most values measured in Oort-cloud comets are twice as high as the ocean D/H ratio. We present here a new measurement of the D/H ratio in the water of an Oort-cloud comet. HDO, H_2O, and H_2^(18) lines were observed with high signal-to-noise ratio in comet C/2009 P1 (Garradd) using the Herschel HIFI instrument. Spectral maps of two water lines were obtained to constrain the water excitation. The D/H ratio derived from the measured H_2^(16)O and HDO production rates is (2.06 ± 0.22) × 10^(-4). This result shows that the D/H in the water of Oort-cloud comets is not as high as previously thought, at least for a fraction of the population, hence the paradigm of a single, archetypal D/H ratio for all Oort-cloud comets is no longer tenable. Nevertheless, the value measured in C/2009 P1 (Garradd) is significantly higher than the Earth’s ocean value of 1.558 × 10^(-4). The measured ^(16)O/^(18)O ratio of 523 ± 32 is, however, consistent with the terrestrial value.
Bench-Scale Phytoremediation of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon-Contaminated Marine Sediment with Tropical Plants

ABSTRACT Elevated levels of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) were found in dredged marine sediment from Pearl Harbor. The degradation of PAHs was investigated with soil-sediment systems (washed and unwashed) and 20 plant species. Marine sediment was diluted with native soil in the first experiment. Sediment was washed with gypsum solution and water in the second and third experiments, respectively, prior to soil dilution. Soil dilution ratios were 0, 6, 16, and 37% by weight in the first experiment, 0, 37, 64, and 100% in the second and 0, 18, 64, and 100% in the third. Seven tree, nine shrub, and four grass species were grown for 12 weeks in a glasshouse. A “no plant” control was used in all the experiments. Several plant species yielded up to 90% PAH degradation in the first experiment when compared with no plant control. In the second planting, dwarf hau (Hibiscus tiliaceus) and vetiver (Vetiver zizanoides) appeared to cause the greatest PAH reduction, while paspalum (Paspalum vaginatum) and naupaka (Scaevola sericea) did not. The greatest difference between control and planted soil for both benzo[a]pyrene and total PAH occurred at the highest sediment ratios.
PES/POSS Soluble Veils as Advanced Modifiers for Multifunctional Fiber Reinforced Composites

Novel polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxanes (POSS)-filled thermoplastic electrospun veils were used to tailor the properties of the interlaminar region of epoxy-based composites. The veils were designed to be soluble upon curing in the epoxy matrix, so that POSS could be released within the interlaminar region. Three different POSS contents, varying from 1 to 10 wt %, were tested while the percentage of coPolyethersulphone (coPES) dissolved in the epoxy resin was kept to a fixed value of 10 wt %. Good quality veils could be obtained at up to 10 wt % of POSS addition, with the nanofibers’ diameters varying from 861 nm for the coPES to 428 nm upon POSS addition. The feasibility of the soluble veils to disperse POSS in the interlaminar region was proved, and the effect of POSS on phase morphology and viscoelastic properties studied. POSS was demonstrated to significantly affect the morphology and viscoelastic properties of epoxy composites, especially for the percentages 1% and 5%, which enabled the composites to avoid POSS segregates occurring. A dynamic mechanical analysis showed a significant improvement to the storage modulus, and a shift of more than 30 °C due to the POSS cages hindering the motion of the molecular chains and network junctions.
eenagers’ understandings of and attitudes towards vaccines and accine-preventable diseases: A qualitative study

Background: To examine immunisation information needs of teenagers we explored understandings of vaccination and vaccine-preventable diseases, attitudes towards immunisation and experiences of immunisation. Diseases discussed included nine for which vaccines are currently offered in the UK (human papillomavirus, meningitis, tetanus, diphtheria, polio, whooping cough, measles, mumps and rubella), and two not currently included in the routine UK schedule (hepatitis B and chickenpox). Methods: Twelve focus groups conducted between November 2010 and March 2011 with 59 teenagers (29 girls and 30 boys) living in various parts of Scotland. Results: Teenagers exhibited limited knowledge and experience of the diseases, excluding chickenpox. Measles, mumps and rubella were perceived as severe forms of chickenpox-like illness, and rubella was not associated with foetal damage. Boys commonly believed that human papillomavirus only affects girls, and both genders exhibited confusion about its relationship with cancer. Participants considered two key factors when assessing the threat of diseases: their prevalence in the UK, and their potential to cause fatal or long-term harm. Meningitis was seen as a threat, but primarily to babies. Participants explained their limited knowledge as a result of mass immunisation making once-common diseases rare in the UK, and acknowledged immunisation’s role in reducing disease prevalence. Conclusions: While it is welcome that fewer teenagers have experienced vaccine-preventable diseases, this presents public health advocates with the challenge of communicating benefits of immunisation when advantages are less visible. The findings are timely in view of the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation’s recommendation that a booster of meningitis C vaccine should be offered to teenagers; that teenagers did not perceive meningitis C as a significant threat should be a key concern of promotional information. While teenagers’ experiences of immunisation in school were not always thusia positive, they seemed en
The Role of Oncogene/Tumor Suppressor Interaction with the Centrosome Protein Pericentrin in Prostate Tumorigenesis

Abstract : Prostate carcinoma is the most common form of cancer in American men. The etiology of prostate cancer is currently unknown. It is known that during progression from low to high-grade carcinoma, the spectrum of cytologic, biological, and genetic features changes. We believe that these changes may be a result of defects in the centrosome, an essential organelle that organizes spindle poles during mitosis and has important roles in cell proliferation, cell polarity, and genetic stability. We have shown that centrosomes are defective in prostate carcinoma and pre-invasive lesions. We also showed that the essential centrosomal protein pericentrin is elevated in both pre-invasive prostate lesions and invasive prostate tumors, induces cancer like lesions when overexpressed and binds AKT, PKA and PKC. In this proposal we will follow up on these observations by: examining pericentrin's oncogenic potential after disrupting its interactions with the kinases AKT, PKA and PKC and determine whether other oncogenes or tumor suppressors act synergistically or antagonistically with pericentrin in prostate cancer.
IS CROATIA READY FOR THE EMU

The EU-enlargement and the advanced process of economic integration have brought attention to monetary integration and the conditions for its successful functioning. The main theoretical framework of the analysis – the OCA-theory – foresees three main requirements for that – mobility of production factors, fiscal solidarity and trade integration. Although not theoretically founded, the Maastricht criteria of price and exchange rate stability, balanced public finance and long-term interest rates should contribute to successful monetary integration in the EU which faces inter-regional differences in the level of development and the possibility of external shocks. The analysis of nominal convergence shows that Croatia approaches the reference values of the EU and achieves a high degree of macroeconomic stability. However, it lags behind the successful new EU-member states in respect of trade integration and production structure similarity which can be regarded as important indicators of the long-term advantages of monetary integration.
Endovascular Methods for Stem Cell Transplantation

Results from cell transplantation research have received interest and attention both from a clinical, a scientific and a public point of view. This chapter discusses new endovascular transplantation methods for different cell systems. First different cell based therapies are presented, followed by an overview of pathological conditions wherein several cell based strategies are implemented. Thereafter the delivery of cells in broad terms, and then specifically by endovascular technique compared to surgical technique, is presented. A general description of the active process of diapedesis is provided, as it is understood for immunological cells, since this is most probably a fundamental process for endovascular transplantation of cells as well.
The LDV and PIV Study of Co-Rotating Disks Flow with Closed Shroud

The co-rotating disks system is applied to a wide range of industrial machinery. This study focuses on co-rotating disks of magnetic disk storage devices. Although numerous experimental and numerical studies have been given to the relevant flow field, the flow physics has not been completely elucidated as a result of its inherent complexity. Consequently, investigating the flow field in detail is required. Many studies have analyzed this flow type; however, for the sake of brevity, only the most relevant works are cited in this work.
Contexts of negation 1 Running head: CONTEXTS OF NEGATION Uninformative negation is infelicitous to both adults and children

Why do some negative sentences sound strange, even when they are both true and grammatical? Past work suggests that both adults (e.g., Clark & Chase, 1972) and children (e.g., Kim, 1985) find negation difficult, but context can facilitate the processing of negative sentences (e.g., Wason, 1965). We argue that the effect of context on negation is driven by general pragmatic principles rather than the conceptual difficulty of negation. In Experiments 1 and 2, we found that more informative negative sentences elicited higher felicity ratings in adults. In Experiment 3, we showed that children are also sensitive to the contexts of true negative sentences, with threeand four-year-olds rating negative sentences higher in more informative contexts. We discuss the pragmatics of negation in light of these results, arguing that both adults’ and children’s difficulty processing negation is due to changes in the informativeness, and thus the felicity, of these sentences in different contexts. Contexts of negation 3
Kinetics of Amyloid Formation by Different Proteins and Peptides: Polymorphism and Sizes of Folding Nuclei of Fibrils

Aggregation of peptides and proteins into amyloid structure is one of the most intensively studied biological phenomena at the moment. To date, there is no devel‐ oped theory that would allow one to determine what kind of mechanism presents in the given experiment on the basis of aggregation kinetic data. Debates concerning the mechanism of the amyloid fibrils formation and, in particular, the size of the amyloi‐ dogenic nucleus are still going on. We created such a theory on the basis of the kinetics of amyloid aggregates formation. In the presented chapter, theoretical and experimen‐ tal approaches were employed for studding the process of amyloid formation by different proteins and peptides. The current kinetic models described in this chapter adequately describe the key features of amyloid nucleation and growth. Characteristic times T lag (the lag-period duration), T 2 (the time of transition of all monomers into an aggregate), and L rel (the T lag /T 2 ratio) are calculated for each experimental curve. It was demonstrated that the dependences of lnT 2 and L rel on ln[M Σ ] (the logarithm of the initial concentration of monomers) are linear, with gradients that can be used for the computation of fibril nucleus sizes (including those of non-amyloid type) and for elucida‐ tion of the mechanism of aggregate formation.
Assessment of Acetabular Cup Wear with Computed Tomography and Influence of Surface Roughness on Wear of Materials for Hip Prostheses

Over one million hip prostheses are implanted in patients worldwide each year and the need is increasing as the patient group of younger and more active patients is increasing. Many parameters affect the longevity of the implant, where aseptic loosening caused by wear debris is the most common reason for revision. To be able to monitor wear in vivo and also to predict the longevity of new materials for hip prostheses are therefore important issues in this interdisciplinary research area. This thesis comprise a true non-invasive 3D method for determination of acetabular cup wear using Computed Tomography (CT) intended for clinical routine use in order to plan for a revision. It also comprises investigations of the influence of surface roughness and sterilization method in wear testing of materials for hip prostheses. Mainly wear of ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) was investigated since it is the most common soft bearing in hip prostheses. The 3D-CT method was found to be easy to use and showed an accuracy and repeatability at a clinical relevant level for acetabular cup wear. It should lend itself well to semi-automation. The influence of surface roughness was investigated with both a multidirectional pin-on-disk machine and with a hip simulator. A new low friction coating, Micronite, was also evaluated with the pin-on-disk machine. This coating showed potential for use in artificial joints, but further investigations are needed. In the hip simulator test, it was found that not only a rougher counter surface increased wear, but also sterilization by γ-irradiation increased wear of UHMWPE cups.
Risks and Complications of Coronary Angiography and Other Percutaneous Intervention: A Comprehensive Review with Data of Single High Volume Center

Coronary angiography and heart catheterization are invaluable tests for the detection and quantification of coronary artery disease, identification of valvular and other structural abnormalities, and measurement of hemodynamic parameters. The risks and complications associated with these procedures relate to the patient’s concomitant conditions and to the skill and judgment of the operator. In this review, we examine in detail the major complications associated with invasive cardiac procedures and provide the reader with a comprehensive bibliography for advanced reading. We also report one case of zorbi wire fracture during BMV, very rare.
Optimization of Diesel Engine Emissions and Fuel EÆciency using Genetic Algorithms and Computational Fluid Dynamics

A computational optimization study is performed for a heavy{duty direct{injection diesel engine using the recently developed KIVA{GA computer code. KIVA{GA performs full cycle engine simulations within the framework of a Genetic Algorithm (GA) global optimization code. Genetic Algorithms are arti cial intelligence techniques which employ the processes of natural selection to drive a family of designs through a search space to an optimum. Design tness is determined using a one{dimensional gas{dynamics code for calculation of the gas exchange process and a three{dimensional CFD code based on KIVA{3V for spray, combustion and emissions formation. The performance of the present Genetic Algorithm is demonstrated using a test problem with a multi{modal analytic function in which the optimum is known a priori. The GA is shown to obtain the global optimum with relatively few total function evaluations and with a small number of design individuals within each generation, or family of designs. The KIVA{GA methodology is next used to simultaneously investigate the e ects of six engine input parameters on emissions and performance for a high speed, medium load operating point for which baseline engine experimental data is available. Start of injection (SOI), injection pressure, amount of exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), boost pressure and split injection rate{shape are all explored. The predicted optimum has an earlier SOI, higher injection pressure and boost pressure, more EGR and fuel in the rst injection pulse and a shorter dwell between injections when compared to the initial baseline engine parameters. This con guration results in significantly lower soot and NOx emissions together with improved fuel consumption compared to the baseline design. The present results indicate that an eÆcient computational design methodology has been developed for optimization of internal combustion engines with respect to a large number of parameters. 2 Introduction
Candidates for Intracluster Planetary Nebulae in the Virgo Cluster Based on the Suprime-Cam Narrow-Band Imaging in [O III] and $\mathrm{H}\alpha$

We have identified 38 candidates of intracluster planetary nebulae (ICPNe) in a 34 � ×27 � field in the core of the Virgo cluster based on Suprime-Cam imaging through two narrow-band filters centered at redshifted wavelengths of the (O III) λ = 5007 u Aa nd the H αλ = 6563 u A lines. Broad-band images in the V and R bands are used to check for any emissions in the adjacent continuum. We describe the method briefly and present a list of the intracluster planetary nebula candidates, together with their finding charts. The ICPN candidates show a highly inhomogeneous distribution, which may suggest an association with the M 86-M 84 subcluster. The fraction of diffuse intracluster light with respect to the total light in galaxies is estimated to be about 10%, leading to an estimate of about 20% for the baryon fraction. A spectroscopic follow up and a wider survey are critical to reveal the nature of the intracluster
The Management of Corneal Neovascularisation – Update on New Clinical Data and Recommendations of Treatment

V ascularisation of the cornea may occur as a sight-threatening response to various insults to the cornea, such as infection, trauma and inflammation, and is a well-recognised risk factor for rejection and subsequent failure of corneal grafts. Various different treatment modalities have been used in the past, with varying levels of success. In this review, we discuss the pathogenesis of corneal neovascularisation, look at recent advances in the assessment of these patients and give an overview of currently available treatment options, both medical and surgical. We also discuss current experimental treatment for corneal neovascularisation, such as gene therapy, which may provide further treatment options in the future.
Improving some Quantitative and Qualitative Characteristics of Solidago canadensis "Tara" using CYCOCEL and Planting Density under Drip Irrigation and Lighting Systems

Solidago canadensis L.cv. "Tara" belongs to family Asteraceae and grows as wild flower in North America, Asia and Europe. It is widely used as a landscaping flowering plant, as an excellent cut flower for arrangements and bouquets with high post harvest durability and as a dried flower. The present investigation was conducted in two successive seasons, started in February 2012 and ended in July of the same year and repeated during the same period of time in 2013, in Meniat bani Mansour village, Etey Ellbaroud, El-Behira Governorate, Egypt (30" 54' 34, 87" N and 30" 42' 33, 78" E) in an open private commercial field provided with drip fertigation and lighting system. The experimental design was a Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD) to determine the response of S. canadensis L.cv. "Tara" to six cycocel (CCC) concentrations (control zero, 500, 1000, 1500, 2500 and 3500 ppm) as foliar spray, two planting densities (20 and 40 plants m -2 ) and interactions between them in an attempt to increase its landscape value, its quality as a cut flower production for reaching the maximum export value as well as increasing offsets production as a vegetative propagation method under Egyptian conditions. The results revealed that stem height, stem circumference, fresh and dry weight, number of leaves plant -1 , total leaves area plant -1 , inflorescence length, percentage inflorescence length stem -1 , number of flowering branches inflorescencestem plant -
Ten-dimensional wave packet simulations of methane scattering

We present results of wave packet simulations of scattering of an oriented methane molecule from a flat surface including all nine internal vibrations. At a translational energy up to 96 kJ/mol we find that the scattering is almost completely elastic. Vibrational excitations when the molecule hits the surface and the corresponding deformation depend on generic features of the potential-energy surface. In particular, our simulation indicate that for methane to dissociate the interaction of the molecule with the surface should lead to an elongated equilibrium C–H bond length close to the surface.