Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Mobile Agent Communication in Highly Dynamic Networks: A Self-Adaptive Architecture inspired by the Honey Bee Colony

Communication is considered as a building block for mobile agent systems. In highly dynamic networks, thanks to environmental stimuli such as changes in connection quality and network topology, performance of communication between mobile agents may be degraded considerably. With focus on attaining fault tolerance and reliability, we propose a context-aware architecture for agent communication model inspired by the honey bee colony. To validate the hypothesis, a software prototype has been designed and implemented according to the proposed mechanism. Encouraging experimental results on a test system show that our approach brings benefits to a colony of agent platforms.
Identification of the glucose/glycosylation‐regulated proteins as those which accumulate in the temperature‐sensitive cell line K12

The analysis of proteins synthesized by the temperature‐sensitive cell line K12 at the restrictive temperature or after glucose starvation revealed that two main polypeptides were enhanced under both conditions. Besides having the same apparent molecular weights, these new proteins showed identical patterns of partial proteolysis products, irrespective of being isolated from cells incubated at the nonpermissive temperature or from glucose‐starved cultures. These results identified the proteins overproduced by K12 cells at 39.5 °C as those described in other cell systems, called „glucose/glycosylation regulated proteins”︁ (GR proteins). In addition, it is shown that K12 cells are defective in some step of the glycosylation pathway; this defect may be responsible for the overproduction of GR proteins in K12.
Regulation of Vesicle Trafficking in Madin-Darby Canine Kidney Cells by Rab11a and Rab25*

Polarized epithelial cells maintain the polarized distribution of basolateral and apical membrane proteins through a process of receptor-mediated endocytosis, sorting, and then recycling to the appropriate membrane domain. We have previously shown that the small GTP-binding proteins, Rab11a and Rab25, are associated with the apical recycling system of Madin-Darby canine kidney cells. Here we have utilized inducible expression of wild-type, dominant negative, and constitutively active mutants to directly compare the functions of Rab25 and Rab11a in postendocytic vesicular transport. We found that a Rab11a mutant deficient in GTP binding, Rab11aS25N, potently inhibited both transcytosis and apical recycling yet failed to inhibit transferrin recycling. Similarly, expression of either wild type Rab25 or the active mutant Rab25S21V inhibited both apical recycling and transcytosis of IgA by greater than 50% but had no effect on basolateral recycling of transferrin. Interestingly, the GTPase-deficient mutant Rab11aS20V inhibited basolateral to apical transcytosis of IgA, but had no effect on either apical or basolateral recycling. These results indicate that neither Rab11a nor Rab25 function in the basolateral recycling of transferrin in polarized Madin-Darby canine kidney cells cells, consistent with recent morphological observations by others. Thus, transferrin receptors must be recycled to the plasma membrane prior to sorting of apically directed cargoes into Rab11a/Rab25-positive apical recycling endosomes.
Large Cost Savings Realized from the 2006 Field Triage Guideline: Reduction in Overtriage in U.S. Trauma Centers

Abstract Background. Ambulance transport of injured patients to the most appropriate medical care facility is an important decision. Trauma centers are designed and staffed to treat severely injured patients and are increasingly burdened by cases involving less-serious injury. Yet, a cost evaluation of the Field Triage national guideline has never been performed. Objectives. To examine the potential cost savings associated with overtriage for the 1999 and 2006 versions of the Field Triage Guideline. Methods. Data from the National Hospital Ambulatory Medical Care Survey and the National Trauma Databank (NTDB) produced estimates of injury-related ambulatory transports and exposure to the Field Triage guideline. Case costs were approximated using a cost distribution curve of all cases found in the NTDB. A two-way sensitivity analysis was also used to determine the impact of data uncertainty on medical costs and the reduction in trauma center visits (12%) after implementation of the 2006 Field Triage guideline compared with the 1999 Field Triage guideline. Results. At a 40% overtriage rate, the average case cost was $16,434. The cost average of 44.2% reduction in case costs if patients were treated in a non–trauma center compared with a trauma center was found in the literature. Implementation of the 2006 Field Triage guideline produced a $7,264 cost savings per case, or an estimated annual national savings of $568,000,000. Conclusion. Application of the 2006 Field Triage guideline helps emergency medical services personnel manage overtriage in trauma centers, which could result in a significant national cost savings.
Consistent identification of two-dimensional systems

This paper presents an identification technique to consistently identify two-dimensional (2-D) systems with additive output noise in transfer function representation. The method is an extension of a one-dimensional instrumental variable (IV) method to two-dimensional systems. In this paper we consider a general two-dimensional (2-D) systems, which may be separable or non-separable, causal, semi-causal (spatially interconnected systems) or non-causal. Furthermore the algorithm can handle boundary conditions. The effectiveness of the method is shown with application to simulation examples.
Advanced Set of Rules to Generate Ontology from Relational Database

Nowadays, the majority of data sources in the current web are stored in Relational Data Bases (RDB), the semantic web main idea is to solve the problem of sharing and reusing information between applications and companies in different common areas, based on data stored in RDBs. This article present a complete automatic approach that generate Ontology from a giving relational database based on a set of rules that extract semantics from RDB and transform it to OWL file. Our approach treat most complicated relationship types and constraints like simple and multiple inheritance, transitive chain, disjoint, completeness constraint and N-ary relations. From other side, our solution deals also with mapping data at the same time, think that make this solution more powerful, complete and effective. Our approach composed of four processing stages, analysis, extraction, mapping and finally a verification step before generating the OWL file.
The Banyan and the Birch Tree: Family Ties and Embeddedness in the Indian Film Industry in Bollywood

Theoretical and empirical research on entrepreneurial networks is largely outcome-oriented and little integrated with family firm research. In this paper, we draw on social network and entrepreneurship literatures in order to investigate how family businesses build and make use of a variety of embedded and arm’s-length ties. We present novel data self-collected in qualitative, inductive fieldwork from more than 50 interviews in mainstream film production in Bollywood. Our findings contrast with extant research by showing that in the socio-cultural context of India the use of embedded ties is higher than predictions in the
PRESENT-BIASED PREFERENCES, SELF-AWARNESS AND SHIRKING IN A PRINCIPAL-AGENT SETTING *

We examine a mechanism design problem in which the principal owns a project which requires work effort by an agent, but agents may have time-inconsistent, present-biased preferences and imperfect foresight or “naivete”. Present-biased agents value future effort and payoffs differently at the time of agreeing to a contract than when they must choose their effort, which leads to a second-best outcome for the principal. Limited self-awareness or “sophistication” among agents enables the principal to screen some present-biased agents from the contracting set, but at the cost of generating shirking behavior.
Impact of workspace layout on occupant satisfaction, perceived health and productivity

Open-plan layouts have evolved significantly over the last decades with innovative concepts such as ActivityBased Working (ABW) becoming the norm in workspace layout. ABW by definition requires the creation of a variety of spaces for the occupants to select from, depending on requirements of the task at hand. While much research has been done in documenting the impacts of conventional open-plan layouts. Given the hyperbole around ABW coming from the industry, it is surprising that so little empirical research conducted in ABW has been performed to date. This paper aims to contribute to this knowledge gap by examining the impact of different workspace layouts on occupants’ overall satisfaction on key IEQ dimensions, perceived productivity and perceived health. Post-occupancy evaluation results from 5,171 building occupants in 30 buildings from the Building Occupant Survey System Australia – BOSSA – database were used for this analysis. Floor plans were analysed and classified into three broad categories: Hive, ABW and Cell. Results indicated that occupants in ABW layouts were generally more satisfied with IEQ issues, such as space for breaks, interaction with colleagues, space to collaborate, air quality and building aesthetics, compared to those in Hive or Cell layouts. ABW was also in association with higher occupant satisfaction than the other two spatial configurations in terms of overall work area comfort and the overall building satisfaction. Not surprisingly, Cell layouts were more successful in producing higher satisfaction scores on sound privacy and visual privacy.
Generation and characterization of ScxCre transgenic mice

Scleraxis (Scx) is a basic helix‐loop‐helix transcription factor that is a marker for the tendon/ligament cell lineage. The ∼11 kb genomic region from the mouse Scx gene locus faithfully recapitulates the endogenous Scx expression pattern in ScxGFP transgenic (Tg) mice. We have established two Tg mouse lines expressing Cre‐recombinase (Cre) using this regulatory region (ScxCre‐L and ScxCre‐H). The specificity and efficiency of Cre recombination in these Tg lines are evaluated by crossing with Rosa‐CAG‐LSL‐tdTomato (Ai14) or ROSA26R (R26R) reporter mice. The recombination in ScxCre‐H;Ai14 mice is efficiently achieved in the endogenous Scx expression domains including the branchial arches, the syndetome, and the lateral plate mesoderm. Further analysis of ScxCre‐H;Ai14;ScxGFP embryos reveal that expression of the ScxGFP transgene largely overlaps with Cre activity detected by tdTomato at embryonic day 12.5 (E12.5). In ScxCre-L;R26R or ScxCre-H;R26R neonates, Cre activity is detected in tendons, ligaments, intervertebral discs, joints, and cartilage around the chondro‐tendinous/ligamentous junction, the prospective enthesis. The present results suggest that ScxCre Tg lines are useful for targeting the gene specifically in the Scx‐expressing domains. genesis 51:275–283. © 2013 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.
Determining factors that contribute to financial literacy for small and medium enterprises

Financial literacy on the SME owner/manager will subsequently improve the profitability of SME. Although, numerous research had existed in financial literacy subject, there are still limited research that examined the factor related to financial literacy. In this paper, we are examining demographic and SME factor that contribute to financial literacy using linear regression. Other objective of this paper is to confirm the benefit of financial literacy on access to credit. The finding shown that for demographic factor, level of education is contributed to financial literacy. The second finding is that level of financial literacy is related with greater degree of access to credit
Initial trust formation in a SaaS context

The proliferation of the software as a service (SaaS) model challenges our understanding of trust formation in the external software acquisition. In the SaaS model vital software applications are often sourced over the internet with very limited personal interaction between representatives of user and provider. The present research seeks to explore how the subscribers of software services develop the necessary trust that facilitates their decision to use these external software services. In order to investigate the initial trust formation in a SaaS context the study draws on data from ten UK-based SME’s that have recently subscribed to SaaS services. Findings reveal an interesting confluence of factors that contribute to the trust formation and include aspects of provider size, reputation and functionalities. These findings create a range of theoretical and managerial implications.
Amelioration of hyperglycemia and associated metabolic abnormalities by a combination of fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) seeds and onion (Allium cepa) in experimental diabetes

Abstract Background: Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) seeds and onion (Allium cepa) are independently known to have antidiabetic effects through different mechanisms. The beeneficial influence of a combination of dietary fenugreek seeds and onion on hyperglycemia and its associated metabolic abnormalities were evaluated in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. Methods: Diabetes was experimentally induced with streptozotocin and diabetic rats were fed with 10% fenugreek or 3% onion or their combination for 6 weeks. Results: These dietary interventions significantly countered hyperglycemia, partially improved peripheral insulin resistance and impaired insulin secretion, reduced β-cell mass and markedly reversed the abnormalities in plasma albumin, urea, creatinine, glycated hemoglobin and advanced glycation end products in diabetic rats. These beneficial effects were highest in the fenugreek+onion group. Diabetic rats with these dietary interventions excreted lesser glucose, albumin, urea and creatinine, which were accompanied by improved body weights compared with the diabetic controls. These dietary interventions produced ameliorative effects on pancreatic pathology as reflected by near-normal islet cells, restored glycogen and collagen fiber deposition in diabetic rats. Conclusions: This study documented the hypoglycemic and insulinotropic effects of dietary fenugreek and onion, which were associated with countering of metabolic abnormalities and pancreatic pathology. It may be strategic to derive maximum nutraceutical antidiabetic benefits from these functional food ingredients by consuming them together.
MULTI-AIRPORT SYSTEMS AS A GLOBAL TOURISM PHENOMENON: A CRITICAL REVIEW AND A NEW CONCEPT

Purpose:The main objective of the present study is to shed light on the different dimensions and international experiences of the multi-airport system including the Egyptian experience in this regard. Methodology:The methodology of the study depends on the researcher's own critical review based on his scientific background on the phenomenon of multi-airport systems through survey in secondary and primary data. Findings:Finally, the study presented a new comprehensive concept of the multi-airport system. The importance and originality of the current research is to ameliorate the concept of multiple-airport system in light of displaying some of international experiences. Implications:The transition from single-airport to multi-airport systems is going to be a basic tool by which air transportation systems will be able to meet future demand. There are many experiences related to the failure and success of managing the multi-airport systems worldwide.
17β-estradiol-degrading bacteria isolated from activated sludge

Fourteen phylogenetically diverse 17β-estradiol-degrading bacteria (strains KC1−14) were isolated from activated sludge of a wastewater treatment plant. These isolates widely distributed among eight different generaAminobacter (strains KC6 and KC7), Brevundimonas (strain KC12), Escherichia (strain KC13), Flavobacterium (strain KC1), Microbacterium (strain KC5), Nocardioides (strain KC3), Rhodococcus (strain KC4), and Sphingomonas (strains KC8−KC11 and KC14)of three Phyla: Proteobacteria, Actinobacteria, and Bacteroidetes. All 14 isolates were capable of converting 17β-estradiol to estrone, but only three strains (strains KC6, KC7, and KC8) showed the ability to degrade estrone. Only strain KC8 could use 17β-estradiol as a sole carbon source. Based on the degree of estrogens being transformed and the estrogenicity of metabolites and/or end products of estrogen degradation, three different degradation patterns (patterns A−C) were observed from degradation tests using resting cells. Eleven out of 14 isolate.
Using symbolic execution to guide test generation: Research Articles

Although a number of weaknesses of symbolic execution, when used for software testing, have been highlighted in the literature, the recent resurgence of strongly-typed languages has created opportunities for re-examining symbolic execution to determine whether these shortfalls can be overcome. This paper discusses symbolic execution in general and makes two contributions: (a) overcoming one of the key problems, analysing programs with indexed arrays; and (b) describing the incorporation of a symbolic execution module for test case generation into an integrated testing tool. For methods which index arrays, a new approach determines all the possible values of each array index, allowing the generation of equivalence classes for every possible combination of array element aliases. An incremental simplification approach, which converts path expressions to canonical forms in order to identify infeasible paths at the earliest opportunity and thus reduce the analysis time, is also described. Symbolic execution is most effective when included in an integrated test and analysis environment: a component test bench was built with a symbolic execution module integrated into it, providing a toolbox of software component test and code analysis methods aimed at programmers at all levels. Copyright © 2000 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Multiobjective evolutionary algorithms: Pareto rankings

In this work we present two new Pareto based ranking methods. We compare them with three classical ones due to Belegundu, Goldberg and Fonseca and Fleming. Furthermore, we introduce the problem of classification errors. One of the proposed methods outperforms the others in five out of seven test problems.
Financial Accounting Theory : European Edition Ed. 2

The second edition of Craig Deegan and Jeffrey Unerman’s market leading text presents the various theories of financial accounting through a balanced and dynamic approach. Students are given all the tools to engage with these theories and are encouraged to critically evaluate and challenge them. Clearly written and user friendly, this new edition provides comprehensive coverage of internationally developed accounting theories from a European perspective.
A triple band Artificial Magnetic Conductor surface incorporating a split ring resonator antenna

A miniaturized triple band Artificial Magnetic Conductor (AMC) Antenna system is presented. The AMC is designed at 430MHz, 688MHz, and 1GHz featuring minimum mutual coupling between unit cell elements by incorporating guard conductors. Miniaturization is achieved using lumped element loading and a unit cell of 0. 03λ, calculated at the lowest operating frequency of 430MHz, is presented. A small split ring resonator antenna, designed at the same working frequencies, is integrated with the AMC surface. Performance is verified using measurement and simulation.
Design of a finless torpedo shaped micro AUV with high maneuverability

The development and the test of a palm size finless torpedo shaped micro autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) named Lancelet are presented. The vehicle has a diameter of 60 mm and only weighs 570 g. It has no appendages such as rudders, elevators, external propellers or other unprotected moving surfaces, which might increase the drag of the vehicle and interfere with the underwater obstacles. A novel vectored propulsion and control system is designed to allow the Lancelet moving at speeds up to 1.5 m/s, turning in place, pitching in place, and travelling with any pitching angle without losing its stability even in the vertical direction under open loop free swimming trails. This propulsion mechanism is simple, compact and robust, and can provide the Lancelet with both high speed and high maneuverability.
9-1-1 Leadership: Perceptions of Evidence-Based Quality Improvement

The quality of 9-1-1 services can mean the difference between life and death. In 2015, national 9-1-1 organizations created a minimum standard for Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) comprehensive quality improvement programs, yet there is no mandate for PSAPs to adopt such standards. This study focuses on quality improvement perceptions among New York State (NYS) wireless PSAP leaders from an evidence-based management theory framework. The study addresses the primary research question: How do NYS wireless PSAP leaders support effective implementation of quality care? Using directed content analysis out-transcripts from focus group sessions with NYS wireless PSAP leaders, the following themes emerged: PSAP leaders support effective implementation of quality care by achieving buy-in from stakeholders, building trust as leaders, and using local data to support their decision-making processes. While participants consistently agreed on general definitions of PSAP quality using a six dimensional model, measuring quality was inconsistent from agency to agency. Time, staffing, and funding were largely seen as barriers to effective implementation, while other factors such as training and accreditation were viewed positively. Stakeholder engagement and organizational culture were perceived as neutral, yet instrumental, to success. Document Type Dissertation Degree Name Doctor of Education (EdD) Department Executive Leadership First Supervisor Guillermo Montes Second Supervisor David Bell Subject Categories Education This dissertation is available at Fisher Digital Publications: https://fisherpub.sjfc. edu/education_etd/353 9-1-1 Leadership: Perceptions of Evidence-Based Quality Improvement