Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Stratégies et règles minimales pour un traitement automatique de l'arabe

La theorie de la minimalite dans le traitement automatique de l'arabe developpee depuis 1985 par Audebert et Jaccarini est exposee dans ses grands principes, qui visent la construction d'un moniteur morpho-syntaxique : une analyse morphologique sans lexique effectuee par des automates augmentes et refletant un compromis entre les phenomenes de concatenation et le croisement entre racines et schemes, le role syntaxique central des invariants de la morphologie qui sont des tokens syntaxiques, et la description de ce role par des automates variables. Un logiciel ecrit en C, Sarfiyya, a ete cree pour poursuivre ce travail theorique et le confronter a la realite de corpus de textes informatises de presse et de litterature. Il repose sur un systeme original d'etiquettes floues privilegiant la determination pour le nom, le mode/aspect pour le verbe, la famille syntaxique pour les tokens. Un editeur graphique et interactif d'automates, un analyseur d'automates augmentes par des micro-lexiques et d'autres fonctions de Sarfiyya ont permis le developpement de grammaires nominales et verbales avec peu de lexique et au comportement ambigu connu : cette ambiguite avoisine deux interpretations par mot. Un analyseur de mots-outils ou tokens complete ces outils qui utilise un contexte court pour leur desambiguisation. L'emploi de paires de tokens, lexicalisees ou categorisees, permettent entre autres methodes un taux de detection eleve. Une etude de faisabilite conclue ce travail par l'analyse la detectabilite d'un systeme de marques minimales, telles la presence de phrases nominales, des khabars et des mubtada's, de phrases verbales, subordonnees et relatives, points de passage de toute analyse de la phrase complexe. Des procedures lineaires sont proposees pour leur detection, dans le cadre de la construction du moniteur morpho-syntaxique. Cette etude demontre la fecondite de la methode minimale et sa validite pour diverses applications, mais aussi ses faiblesses
The importance of the information system in the company's adminstrative processes

This study intends to understand the perceptions of supervisors, employees and trainees about the importance of the information system for practical application in the administrative processes of a company, it also aims to solve specific problems, such as the failures that occur in the administrative routine affecting directly in the processes, and the lack of immediate support to solve the presented problem, it also aims to verify the important factors of the information system. The work was carried out through a single case study in a financial sector company, which offers auto financing services, where 15 interviews of qualitative and exploratory nature were carried out, and the data collection was obtained through questionnaires intended for stakeholders. It was observed that the main results were the recognition of the existing faults between the system and support, being evident the lack of agility in the resolution of the problems, and the need for improvement in this aspect. In view of the above, the most relevant implications were the indications of creating a new tool to improve communication between the areas of information technology and administration.
Tensor Manifold Discriminant Projections for Acceleration-Based Human Activity Recognition

With the rapid development of wearable sensors and pervasive computing technologies including smartphones, acceleration-based human activity recognition is receiving increased attention for medical research applications. Motivated by the “weightlessness” feature, here we apply a bidirectional feature during the feature extraction phase of activity recognition; however, since the bidirectional feature has two components, they cannot simply be concatenated into a long vector, but can be naturally treated as a second-order tensor. Therefore, we propose a new tensor-based feature selection method termed tensor manifold discriminant projections (TMDP). TMDP simultaneously considers: 1) applying an optimization criterion that can directly process the tensor spectral analysis problem, thereby decreasing the computational cost compared to traditional tensor-based feature selection methods; 2) extracting local rank information by finding a tensor subspace that preserves the rank order information of the within-class input samples; and 3) extracting discriminant information by maximizing the sum of distances between every sample and their interclass sample mean. Experiments on the naturalistic mobile devices-based human activity 2.0 dataset are performed to demonstrate the effectiveness and robustness of TMDP.
The influence of the social environment on sexual maturation in male mice.

Summary. Albino male mice were reared from weaning in the presence of an adult female, in the presence of an adult male, or in the absence of an adult. At 36, 48, 60 and 78 days of age, males in samples from each rearing condition were killed to assess their reproductive state. The testicular development of young males was most rapid when they were reared in the presence of an adult female. By 78 days of age, this advantage was lost when the males were compared to those reared without an adult present. In contrast to the effect of an adult female, the presence of an adult male had an inhibitory effect on testicular and accessory gland development. The inhibition was most pronounced at 78 days of age. The inhibition of sexual maturation found in this experiment contrasts with an earlier finding that the presence of males accelerates female development. This dual r\l=o^\leof the male may be an important factor in the dynamics of rodent populations by increasing the availability of mature females and reducing the reproductive capabilities of potential competitors for these females.
Rapid folding of calcium-free subtilisin by a stabilized pro-domain mutant.

In vitro folding of mature subtilisin is extremely slow. The isolated pro-domain greatly accelerates in vitro folding of subtilisin in a bimolecular reaction whose product is a tight complex between folded subtilisin and folded pro-domain. In our studies of subtilisin, we are trying to answer two basic questions: why does subtilisin fold slowly without the pro-domain and what does the pro-domain do to accelerate the folding rate? To address these general questions, we are trying to characterize all the rate constants governing individual steps in the bimolecular folding reaction of pro-domain with subtilisin. Here, we report the results of a series of in vitro folding experiments using an engineered pro-domain mutant which is independently stable (proR9) and two calcium-free subtilisin mutants. The bimolecular folding reaction of subtilisin and proR9 occurs in two steps: an initial binding of proR9 to unfolded subtilisin, followed by isomerization of the initial complex into the native complex. The central findings are as follows. First, the independently stable proR9 folds subtilisin much faster than the predominantly unfolded wild-type pro-domain. Second, at micromolar concentrations of proR9, the subtilisin folding reaction becomes limited by the rate at which prolines in the unfolded state can isomerize to their native conformation. The simpliest mechanism which closely describes the data includes two denatured forms of subtilisin, which form the initial complex with proR9 at the same rate but which isomerize to the fully folded complex at much different rates. In this model, 77% of the subtilisin isomerizes to the native form slowly and the remaining 23% isomerizes more rapidly (1.5 s-1). The slow-folding population may be unfolded subtilisin with the trans form of proline 168, which must isomerize to the cis form during refolding. Third, in the absence of proline isomerization, the rate of subtilisin folding is rapid and at [proR9] </= 20 microM is limited by the rate at which the proR9 forms a collision complex with unfolded subtilisin. Without proline isomerization, the rate of the isomerization of the initial collision complex to the folded complex is >3 s-1. The implications of these results concerning why subtilisin folds slowly without the pro-domain are discussed.
The Impact of Sex Upon Needs and Quality of Life Within a Population on Methadone Treatment

Background:Best practice models are calling for a holistic, needs-led, and sex-informed treatment approach to substance misuse treatment. To date, research into the impact of sex on needs and quality of life within methadone-treatment populations using validated research tools is limited. Objectives:The aim of the study was to evaluate the impact of sex upon self-rated unmet need and quality of life among people on methadone treatment. Methods:Cross-sectional survey of adults attending a specialist methadone treatment clinic, in Dublin, Ireland. Participants completed the Camberwell Assessment of Need Short Appraisal Schedule, Patient Version and the WHO Quality of Life—Brief Version. Ongoing drug use was determined using the Maudsley Addiction Profile and weekly supervised urine toxicology screens. A linear regression analysis was conducted. Results:One hundred eight of 190 eligible service-users (57%) participated. No significant differences existed between the participants and the nonparticipants on demographic variables or measures of drug use. Among them, 33% were women. Women demonstrated lower levels of ongoing opiate use. Linear regression analysis indicated that women had a greater number of unmet needs (P = 0.02) and lower quality of life in the domains of physical health (P = 0.003), psychological well being (P < 0.001), environmental well being (P = 0.03), and social relationships (P = 0.007). When the Bonferroni adjustment was applied to account for multiple testing, the relationship between psychological well being and female sex remained statistically significant. Conclusions:Our study suggests that female sex may be associated with greater self-rated needs and poorer quality of life within a methadone-treated population, in particular, in the domain of psychological well being. Further research in this area is warranted to discover if these findings can be replicated and confirmed in larger samples.
Diversity in soil fungi from undisturbed and disturbed Celtis tala and Scutia buxifolia forests in the eastern Buenos Aires province (Argentina).

The rhizospheric soil microfungi from a native forest (undisturbed and disturbed) were studied using soil dilution plate and soil washing methods. Fungi were isolated using slightly acid and alkaline culture media. 54 taxa were isolated: 49 from undisturbed forest soil and 37 from disturbed forest soil. Acremonium sp. , Aspergillus ustus, Coemansia pectinata, Doratomyces stemonitis, Fusarium solani, F. oxysporum, Gliocladium roseum, Humicola fusco-atra, Mortierella sp. , Penicillium lilacinum, Trichoderma harzianum, and T koningii, showed the highest frequency, in both, undisturbed and disturbed forests. In undisturbed soil forest the biodiversity index was 3.97 whereas in disturbed ones was 3.89.
Effects of reactive radicals and heat on trans-isomerization of eicosapentaenoic acid

Trans geometric isomers of eicosapentaenoic acid (TEPA) have been found as minor components in human platelets. However, there is little information on the mechanism of trans-isomerization of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) in vitro and in vivo. The effects of reactive radicals and heat on trans-isomerization of EPA were examined. Trans-isomerization occurred when EPA ethyl ester reacted with nitrogen dioxide radical (NO2) but not with 2,2′-azobis(2,4-dimethylvaleronitrile). TEPA was also produced from EPA ethyl ester heated at 200°C for 60 h. No TEPA, however, was detected in sardines Sardinops melanostictus after boiling, roasting, or microwave heating. These results suggest that EPA is trans-isomerized by NO2in vivo while trans-isomerization of EPA does not occur during conventional cooking.
Bites of venomous snakes.

At least 2000 persons are bitten by venomous snakes in the United States each year. This article reviews the diagnosis and management of bites from venomous snakes encountered in North America, but the same principles apply to management of snakebites elsewhere in the world. The review summarizes the complications of envenomation and explains the current recommendations for the use of antivenoms. It explains how to distinguish venomous from nonvenomous snakes.
Cytokine expression in B‐cell non‐Hodgkin lymphomas

Cytokine expression of potentially active B‐cell growth factors (IL‐2, IL‐4, IL‐6) was investigated by means of mRNA‐expression in 29 cases of malignant non‐Hodgkin B‐cell lymphomas. Strong signals were found for IL‐4 and IL‐6 in two and five cases, respectively, whereas the majority of the remaining cases did not show any detectable mRNA‐signals for these growth factors. Comparing these results with those of the immunohisto‐chemistry, it could be demonstrated that at least in some of these cases the signal was due to an autocrine or paracrine phenomenon of the tumour cells.
Important factors of financial risk in the SME segment

The aim of the article is to define and quantify the significant factors which influence the intensity of financial risk, and to compare the perception of financial risk among groups of entrepreneurs in the SME segment according to their motivations for starting a business. In relation with the aims defined under this research, we carried out a survey of the entrepreneurial environment of SMEs in 2015, using a sample of 1,141 respondents (the owners of the enterprises). We used Z-score and regression analysis to assess our hypotheses. The results of our research confirmed that the attitude towards financial risk is determined by the following factors: CRM (Correct risk management by entrepreneurs), CFR (The influence of credit risk during a crisis), and SFS (Sufficient funds for SMEs). The entrepreneurs who started their business because they considered it to be their mission answered more frequently that they can correctly manage financial risk in their companies in comparison with the entrepreneurs who started their business for money. The difference was statistically significant. Our research also confirmed that entrepreneurs who started their business because of money perceived the effects of crisis on their company’s financial risk more intensely. Received: June, 2017 1st Revision: September, 2017 Accepted: December, 2017 DOI: 10.14254/20718330.2018/11-1/6 Journal of International Studies S ci en ti fi c P a pe rs © Foundation of International Studies, 2018 © CSR, 2018 Jaroslav Belás, Ján Dvorský, Ján Kubálek, Luboš Smrčka Important factors of financial risk in the SME segment 81
Stakeholder Identification and Its Importance in the Value Creating System of Stakeholder Work

STAKEHOLDER IDENTIFICATION AND ITS IMPORTANCE IN THE VALUE CREATING SYSTEM OF STAKEHOLDER WORK In this chapter we address the importance of stakeholder identification work in value creation. It has been argued that a firm’s creation of value for stakeholders is at the heart of stakeholder theory. Freeman et al. (2010) argue that “to successfully create, trade, and sustain value, a business must engage its stakeholders” (p. 282, emphasis added). But how does one identify the stakeholders that need to be engaged? Here we introduce the idea of stakeholder work (Lee, 2015) as a comprehensive system of value creation, to explain how stakeholder identification work links to value creation through stakeholder engagement.
Strategies for Motivating Sales Employees' Performance within Small Businesses in the United States

Strategies for Motivating Sales Employees’ Performance within Small Businesses in the United States by Wesley Chikwanda Chishimba MSc, University of Liverpool, 2014 PDHRM, Northrise University, 2011 Doctoral Study Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Business Administration Walden University June 2018
Tobacco Cessation Education for Advanced Practice Nurses

The predicted shortfall of primary care physicians and the millions of newly insured beginning in 2014 call for an increase in the number of advanced practice nurses (APRNs). Advanced practice nurses can significantly improve their clients’ quality of life and increase their life expectancy through tobacco cessation education. The purpose of this study was to educate APRN students on smoking information and techniques to assist clients with quitting smoking in the primary care setting.
ublication selection and the income elasticity of the value f a statistical life

Estimates of the value of a statistical life (VSL) establish the price government agencies use to value fatality risks. Transferring these valuations to other populations often utilizes the income elasticity of the VSL, which typically draw on estimates from meta-analyses. Using a data set consisting of 101 estimates of the income elasticity of VSL from 14 previously reported meta-analyses, we find that after accounting for potential publication bias the income elasticity of value of a statistical life is clearly and robustly inelastic, with a value of approximately 0.25–0.63. There is also clear evidence of the importance of controlling for levels of risk, differential publication selection bias, and the greater income sensitivity of VSL from stated preference surveys. © 2013 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
Economic order quantity model for deteriorating item with preservation technology in time dependent demand with partial backlogging and trade credit

In this paper, we have described an inventory model for deteriorating item with preservation technology in time dependent demand with trade credit facility and partial backlogging. We have introduced an interesting factor preservation technology to reduce the deterioration rate. Shortages are allowed with a constant backlogging rate. Also, in this paper we have introduced trade credit policy in the perspective of retailers. Our main objective is to find the cycle length, preservation technology strategies and total profit. We have solved two numerical examples to validate our proposed inventory model and presented concavity graphically by using Matlab software for each example. Finally, we have presented a sensitivity analysis by changing one parameter at a time and keep rest of the parameters are same.
Abnormal astrocyte development and neuronal death in mice lacking the epidermal growth factor receptor

Stimulation of the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGF‐R) produces numerous effects on central nervous system (CNS) cells in vitro including neuronal survival and differentiation, astrocyte proliferation and the proliferation of multipotent progenitors. However, the in vivo role of EGF‐R is less well understood. In the present study, we demonstrate that EGF‐R null mice generated on a 129Sv/J Swiss Black background undergo focal but massive degeneration the olfactory bulb, piriform cortex, neocortex, and thalamus between postnatal days 5 and 8 which is due, at least in part, to apoptosis. Some of the neuronal populations that degenerate do not normally express EGF‐R, indicating an indirect mechanism of neuronal death. There were also delays in GFAP expression within the glia limitans and within structures outside the germinal zones in early postnatal ages. At or just prior to the onset of the degeneration, however, there was an increase in GFAP expression in these areas. The brains of EGF‐R −/− animals were smaller but cytoarchitecturally normal at birth and neuronal populations appeared to be intact, including striatal GABAergic and midbrain dopaminergic neurons which have previously been shown to express EGF‐R. Multipotent progenitors and astrocytes derived from EGF‐R −/− mice were capable of proliferating in response to FGF‐2. These data demonstrate that EGF‐R expression is critical for the maintenance of large portions of the postnatal mouse forebrain as well as the normal development of astrocytes. J. Neurosci. Res. 53:697–717, 1998. © 1998 Wiley‐Liss, Inc.
Accumulation of amyloid‐β protein in exocrine glands of transgenic mice overexpressing a carboxyl terminal portion of amyloid protein precursor

Amyloid‐β protein (Aβ) and its precursor (βPP) play important roles in the pathogenesis of Alzheimer disease and inclusion‐body myositis. In humans, Aβ deposits are found in brain, skeletal muscle, and skin. Therefore, we have investigated possible Aβ deposits in multiple tissues of two transgenic mouse lines overexpressing the signal plus Aβ‐bearing 99‐amino acid carboxyl terminal sequences of βPP under the control of a cytomegalovirus enhancer/β‐actin promoter. One of the lines developed Aβ‐immunoreactive intracellular deposits consistently in the pancreas and lacrimal gland, and occasionally in gastric, DeSteno's, and lingual glands. Although the Aβ deposits increased during ageing and degenerative changes of the tissues were observed, little or no extracellular Aβ deposits were observed up to the age of 25 months. These lines of transgenic mice are useful for studying the molecular mechanisms of development and clearance of intracellular Aβ deposits.
Exploiting the ability of Self Organizing Networks for inter-cell interference coordination for emergency communications in cellular networks

In the current scenario, radio planning of wireless cellular networks and analysis of radio performance should be agile because it is expected that in the near future we will be reaching to the point where there will be as many mobile devices as people in the world. So, there should be a rapid revolution in technology which can aid in the management of resources and maximization of throughput to satisfy users effectively. LTE and LTE-Advanced is designed to meet high bit rate service requirements; however, the initial challenge of the wireless channel, such as limited spectrum, leads to frequency reuse but also irrevocable interference. This thesis gives a holistic conspectus of interference coordination in LTE cellular systems utilizing the ability of Self Organizing Networks (SON). LTE uses a universal frequency reuse concept and the only interference observed in LTE is inter-cell interference. In a network where users are randomly distributed over