Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Security and Privacy Perceptions of E- ID: A Grounded Research

This paper reports on research in progress that explores the perceptions of security and privacy of UK citizens regarding electronic identity cards. In the wake of the UK National Identity Scheme proposals and with the introduction of electronic identity cards in the coming years, it is important to understand the perspectives of UK citizens. The Scheme sparked furious public debate, but as yet public opinion on the issues has not been researched systematically. Following grounded theory methods of open-coding content analysis, the findings present an empirically-grounded framework depicting the prevailing perceptions held by UK citizens. Four high-level constructs and a set of sub-categories constitute the framework that emerged: Public authorities (Competence and Integrity), Personal privacy principles (Risk/Benefit Balance, Citizen Control and A priori Anti-ID card), Legal and regulatory, and, Systems and technology. Rather than simply indicating whether citizens were 'for' or 'against' eID, the findings from the analysis uncover the reasons behind citizens' attitudes, whether positive, ambivalent or negative, and testify to the diversity of issues and concerns preoccupying them. Preliminary implications are drawn from the findings, specifically as regards the management of information and identity risk to UK citizens brought about by new identity management systems. Further directions for development of this research in progress are signposted.
Mining Framework in the Education Domain

The internet is growing larger and becoming the most popular platform for the people to share their opinion in different interests. We choose the education domain specifically comparing some Malaysian universities against each other. This comparison produces benchmark based on different criteria shared by the online users in various online resources including Twitter, Facebook and web pages. The comparison is accomplished using opinion mining framework to extract, process the unstructured text and classify the result to positive, negative or neutral (polarity). Hence, we divide our framework to three main stages; opinion collection (extraction), unstructured text processing and polarity classification. The extraction stage includes web crawling, HTML parsing, Sentence segmentation for punctuation classification, Part of Speech (POS) tagging, the second stage processes the unstructured text with stemming and stop words removal and finally prepare the raw text for classification using Named Entity Recognition (NER). Last phase is to classify the polarity and present overall result for the comparison among the Malaysian universities. The final result is useful for those who are interested to study in Malaysia, in which our final output declares clear winners based on the public opinions all over the web. Keywords—Entity Recognition, Education Domain, Opinion Mining, Unstructured Text.
An evolutionary game optimization to vertex cover of dynamic networks

Vertex cover is one of the best known combinatorial optimization problems. Treating each vertex as an intelligent rational agent, we model vertex cover problem under the framework of evolutionary game theory, where players have different rates of forming and breaking links, and such linking dynamics introduces a transformation of the payoff matrix. We propose an algorithm to solve the vertex cover problem of dynamic networks, and find that a better approximate solution to the minimum vertex cover of dynamic networks can be obtained by choosing proper parameters.
Closed-form dispersion and loss models for multilayer coplanar striplines

In this paper, we present the closed-form models of conductor thickness dependent dispersive line parameters and losses, of multilayer coplanar stripline (CPS) on isotropic dielectric substrates. The dispersive empirical expressions for the single-layer CPS from literature are improved to include the finite conductivity and finite conductor thickness in propagation characteristics and losses. The single layer reduction (SLR) formulation of lossy multilayer CPS is then used to extend the closed-form models developed for computation of line parameters, to multilayer structures. All developed models are verified against the results obtained using the EM-simulators for frequency range 1 GHz–60 GHz over wide range of parameters.
Simulation-Oriented Continuous Model of Hysteretic Controlled DC-to-DC Converters

A new circuital non-linear continuous model for hysteretic comparators is proposed. Using this model, SPICE simulations of hysteretic DC-to-DC switching converters can provide both time and frequency analysis. Faster transient simulations are another benefit of the non-linear continuous circuital model. The new continuous model has been validated by means of PSpice simulations of hysteretic controlled buck and boost converters. Time-transient results of an exact switched approach have been compared with the plots obtained using the new proposed model. Frequency simulations are compared with Bode plots obtained by means of a classical small-signal linear analysis.
Decreased antioxidant capacity and increased oxidative stress in patients with juvenile idiopathic arthritis

Purpose: Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is a common rheumatic disease in children which has three types. Systemic type goes with fever oligoarticular type involving joints are less than five and the polyarticular type more than five joints involved. Reactive oxygen species (ROS) have been implicated in its pathogenesis. The ROS generated damage proteins, lipids and serve to amplify the signaling pathways sustaining the synovitis. Enzymes such as superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase protect cellular systems from ROS. Our hypothesis is; patients with JIA could have defective defense mechanisms against ROS, which can vary from one type to other. Patients and Methods: We investigated antioxidant status including plasma SOD, catalase and serum ceruloplasmin levels in 25 JIA patients. Also, malondialdehyde (MDA), a product generated by the oxygenation of arachidonic acid, levels were measured. Results: Three patients had systemic; 10 with oligoarticular and 12 with polyarticular JIA and control subject number is 20. Plasma SOD and catalase levels were lower, ceruloplasmin and MDA levels were higher were higher in the study group than in controls. There were a negative correlation between catalase, MDA and SOD levels in patients. In between JIA types; the lowest catalase and ceruloplasmin levels were found in oligoarticular type. Conclusively, present study suggested that patients with JIA have decreased antioxidant capacity and defective defense mechanism against ROS and this could be more evident in patients with oligoarticular JIA. In addition, elevated ceruloplasmin levels do not seem to protect against ROS in JIA.
Medication-related burden and patients’ lived experience with medicine: a systematic review and metasynthesis of qualitative studies

Objective To explore medication-related burden (MRB) and patients’ lived experience with medicines (PLEM) without regard to particular medication therapies or medical conditions. Design Systematic review and metasynthesis of qualitative studies. Data sources MEDLINE, EMBASE, International Pharmaceutical Abstracts, PsycINFO, Global health, CINAHL and Web of Science were searched from January 2000 to August 2014 using medication burden and patients’ lived experience terms. Synthesis methods Synthesis was undertaken following metaethnography methods and a comparative thematic analysis technique. Results 34 articles from 12 countries with a total of 1144 participants were included. 3 major inter-related themes emerged central to PLEM: MRB, medication related beliefs and medication taking practice. The negative impact of MRB, due to its interference on patients’ daily lives and effects on well-being, its influence on patients’ beliefs and behaviours, and a potential risk for drug-related problems (DRPs) was evident. This resulted in non-adherence and poorer outcomes (unachieved therapeutic goals and damage to patients’ health). Patients who experienced MRB interference in their life over time begin to juggle their medicines. Others continue their medicines despite experiencing MRB resulting in compromised physical, social or psychological well-being. Conclusions There is a shared commonality of PLEM among the studies. MRB plays a central role in influencing patients’ health and well-being, beliefs and behaviour towards medicines. Given the complexity of MRB and its impact evident from this review, there is a need for healthcare practitioners to have insight into PLEM in therapeutic care plans. Understanding PLEM is an opportunity for practitioners to identify particular MRBs that patients encounter, and provide individualised care through selection of therapeutic care plans that suit a patient's life. This may assist in helping to achieve patients’ medication-related needs, and improve medication therapy and health outcomes.
THYROID RADIATION DOSES FROM FALLOUT.

Absorbed doses of radiation from fallout, when averaged over yearly periods and over large numbers of individuals, have usually been assumed to be well below the corresponding doses from natural background sources. Although this assumption may be valid for most body organs, it is unlikely to have been valid for the thyroid glands of the average infant and child in the U.S. The purpose of this note is to point out that for the last few years such thyroids probably have received an annual radiation dose (chiefly, from the beta-rays of radioiodine) that is approximately equal to the annual dose which they receive from natural background radiations.
A Retrospective Assessment of Pre‐Treatment Variables on the Response to Darbepoetin Alfa After Renal Transplantation

This retrospective review assesses the efficacy of darbepoetin alfa for treating anemia after renal transplantation. Patients were evaluated over a 12‐week period, and efficacy was based on achieving hemoglobin >12 g/dL. Thirty‐six patients were analyzed (53% male, 53% cadaveric allografts, median age 42.5 years). Baseline creatinine clearance ranged from ∼15 to >100 mL/min. Most patients initiated darbepoetin alfa <3 months (50%) or >12 months (44%) after transplantation, 19% were previously receiving recombinant human erythropoietin (rHuEPO), and 47% were on concomitant ACE inhibitors. The majority of patients received either tacrolimus‐ (53%) or cyclosporine‐ (44%) based immunosuppression. Overall, 29 (81%) patients achieved the hemoglobin target with a mean time to response of 4.4 weeks. Neither the time to anemia onset, previous rHuEPO therapy, concomitant ACE inhibitor, allograft source, immunosuppressive regimen, nor degree of renal function affected the proportion of patients achieving the hemoglobin target, time to response or darbepoetin alfa dose requirement. Patients with anemia >12 months post‐transplantation or on concomitant ACE inhibitors required a significantly longer duration of therapy. No adverse events associated with darbepoetin alfa therapy were detected. These results demonstrate that darbepoetin alfa is a safe and effective treatment for anemia in renal transplant recipients.
Ultrabroadband Supercontinuum Generation and Frequency-Comb Stabilization Using On-Chip Waveguides with Both Cubic and Quadratic Nonlinearities

Using aluminum-nitride photonic-chip waveguides, we generate optical-frequency-comb supercontinuum spanning from 500 nm to 4000 nm with a 0.8 nJ seed pulse, and show that the spectrum can be tailored by changing the waveguide geometry. Since aluminum nitride exhibits both quadratic and cubic nonlinearities, the spectra feature simultaneous contributions from numerous nonlinear mechanisms: supercontinuum generation, difference-frequency generation, second-harmonic generation, and third-harmonic generation. As one application of integrating multiple nonlinear processes, we measure and stabilize the carrier-envelope-offset frequency of a laser comb by direct photodetection of the output light. Additionally, we generate ~0.3 mW in the 3000 nm to 4000 nm region, which is potentially useful for molecular spectroscopy. The combination of broadband light generation from the visible through the mid-infrared, combined with simplified self-referencing, provides a path towards robust comb systems for spectroscopy and metrology in the field.
Recent developments on wave propagation in 2-species competition systems

In this paper, we shall survey some recent results on the wave propagation in 2-species competition systems with Lotka-Volterra type nonlinearity. This includes systems with continuous and discrete diffusion (or migration). We are interested in both monostable case and bistable with strong competition case. Questions on minimal speed for the monostable case, uniqueness of wave speed and propagation failure in the bistable case, monotonicity and uniqueness of wave profile for both cases are addressed. Finally, we give some open problems on wave propagation in 2-species competition systems.
Nitrate removal from groundwater using electrolytic reduction method

Nitrate (NO 3 - ) contamination of groundwater is a major concern throughout intensive agricultural areas. In the present laboratory scale study, an electrolytic reduction method employing copper cathode and insoluble triple mixed oxide anode was studied for the denitrification of groundwater in a divided cell. Influence of process parameters such as pH, current density and time were studied and the optimal conditions of operation were found to be at pH 8, at 0.89 mA/cm 2 for 7 h. It is possible to remove nitrate below the limit of the drinking water standard using this method. The denitrification was found to follow pseudo first order kinetics with a k value of 0.23 h - 1 .
Adriamycin inhibits adipogenesis through the modulation of PPARγ and restoration of adriamycin-mediated inhibition of adipogenesis by PPARγ over-expression

Adriamycin is an anti-cancer drug, effective against a wide range of cancers. However, its clinical application is limited by its cardiotoxicity. A number of reports suggest that adriamycin induces bodyweight loss also. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of adriamycin on adipogenesis as bodyweight chancges can be directly correlated with adipocytes. Fat accumulation in 3T3-L1 pre-adipocytes, as a result of adipogenesis was detected using oil red O staining. We performed western immunoblot for the expression of adipocyte differentiation related genes to analyze the molecular mechanism of adriamycin-mediated inhibition of adipogenesis. Over-expression of target gene was done by using recombinant adenoviruses. Adriamycin inhibited adipogenesis in a dose-dependent manner. It was observed that adriamycin down-regulated the expression of PPARγ. Moreover, up-stream elements of PPARγ were also found to be down-regulated by adriamycin. Adriamycin might prevent bodyweight gain through inbibition of adipogenesis by the down-regulation of PPARγ and its up-stream transcriptional regulators like C/EBPβ and KLF4. To reverse the adriamycin-mediated inhibition of adipogenesis, PPARγ was over-expressed by adenoviral mediated gene delivery. Over-expression of PPARγ partially restored adipogenesis. Moreover, the early regulators of adipogenesis were also found to be restored after the over-expression of PPARγ. Adriamycin down-regulates the expression of PPARγ which leads to prevention of bodyweight gain through inhibition of adipogenesis. Activation of PPARγ by either adenoviral mediated gene delivery or by using PPARγ agonist may be useful in controlling the bodyweight loss.
The Delphi technique in health sciences education research

The Delphi technique is a method of collecting opinion on a particular research question. It is based on the premise that pooled intelligence enhances individual judgement and captures the collective opinion of a group of experts without being physically assembled. The conventional Delphi uses a series of questionnaires to generate expert opinion in an anonymous fashion and takes place over a series of rounds. The technique is becoming a popular strategy that straddles both quantitative and qualitative realms. Issues that are critical to its validity are the development of the questionnaire; definition of consensus and how to interpret non-consensus; criteria for and selection of the expert panel; sample size; and data analysis. The authors used the Delphi technique to assist with making recommendations regarding education and training for medical practitioners working in district hospitals in South Africa. The objective of this Delphi was to obtain consensus opinion on content and methods relating to the maintenance of competence of these doctors. They believe the experience gained from their work may be useful for other health science education researchers wishing to use the Delphi method.
AMY‐1, a novel C‐MYC binding protein that stimulates transcription activity of C‐MYC

The c‐myc proto‐oncogene has been suggested to play key roles in cell proliferation, differentiation, transformation and apoptosis. A variety of functions of C‐MYC, the product of c‐myc, are attributed to protein–protein interactions with various cellular factors including Max, YY1, p107, Bin1 and TBP. Max and YY1 bind to the C‐terminal region of C‐MYC, while p107, Bin1 and TBP bind to the N‐terminal region covering myc boxes. The N‐terminal region is involved in all the biological functions of C‐MYC, and different proteins are therefore thought to interact with the N‐terminal region of C‐MYC to display different functions.
Pseudorabies virus gIII and bovine herpesvirus 1 gIII share complementary functions

The gIII glycoproteins of bovine herpesvirus 1 (BHV-1) and of pseudorabies virus (PRV) are structurally homologous. Both proteins also play preeminent roles in mediating virus attachment to permissive cells. To directly compare the functional relation between these glycoproteins, we constructed a recombinant BHV-1 in which the BHV-1 gIII coding sequence was replaced by the PRV gene homolog. The resultant recombinant virus efficiently expressed PRV gIII and then incorporated it into its envelope. The levels of PRV gIII expression and incorporation were equivalent to those achieved by the wild-type virus for BHV-1 gIII. The recombinant virus was fully susceptible to neutralization by anti-PRV gIII neutralizing antibody. In addition, the virus attachment and penetration functions, as well as the virus replication efficiency, which were lost by deleting the BHV-1 gIII gene, were restored by expressing the PRV gIII homolog in its place. These results demonstrated that PRV gIII and BHV-1 gIII share complementary functions.
Marine life observation using classification algorithms on ocean surface photographs

The growth of marine renewable energy and marine protected areas in France leads to an increased need for animal population knowledge at sea. Offshore energy generator projects (wind turbines for example) must obey these regulations and show their harmlessness to the environment, particularly to the wildlife and to protected species, which are vulnerable and threatened. The work presented in this paper is part of a project whose goal is to propose a system of sea surface survey by plane, using numerical HD photography. Data will be recorded in daylight with a flight plan allowing to cover all of the sea surface to be studied. This paper introduces a solution to use these images to detect and classify the objects present on the sea surface, near this surface or in the air column under the plane: birds, marine mammals, turtles and sharks (near the surface), ships, other mankind objects (waste).
A proposed methodology to analyze systems with distributed harmonic sources

Harmonics is one of the major disturbances that affect the power quality of electric utilities. Many techniques were used to analyze the harmonics in power systems. These techniques generally have difficulties in determining the collective impact of distributed harmonic sources. This paper introduces a proposed methodology for analyzing harmonics in distribution systems with distributed harmonic sources. The method takes into account the effect of diversity and attenuation. The method is illustrated through a numerical application applied on a real distributor.
The Handoff Study on Satellite Networks Based on Mobility Network

In order to provide the Internet access for the users in large mobile networks and achieve the IP routing in the satellite constellation network, a new design method based on mobile network is put forward for LEO satellite constellation networks which realizes the IP route selection function and reduces the dependence of satellite constellation communication network to the ground network. Then, a fast VMR-based handoff and authentication method is presented to realize the seamless connection between the user segment networks and correspondence nodes. At last, we test the validity of the proposed satellite constellation network architecture and compare the VMR-based handoff method with the basic handoff in MIPv6 through the NS2 simulation. The simulation results indicate that the proposed network architecture can meet the future satellite constellation development demand, and the time delay in the proposed handoff method is lower than the basic method in MIPv6
The Salmonella typhimurium virulence plasmid encodes a positive regulator of a plasmid-encoded virulence gene

The 90-kb virulence plasmid of Salmonella typhimurium is necessary for invasion beyond the Peyer's patches to the mesenteric lymph nodes and spleens of orally inoculated mice. Two Tn5 insertions located on the left side of a previously identified 14-kb virulence region (P. A. Gulig and R. Curtiss III, Infect. Immun. 58:3262-3271, 1988) and mapping 272 bp from each other exhibited opposite effects on splenic infection of mice after oral inoculation. spvR23::Tn5 decreased splenic infection by 1,000-fold, whereas a spv-14::Tn5 mutant outcompeted wild-type S. typhimurium for splenic infection by 27-fold in mice fed mixtures of mutated and wild-type S. typhimurium. spvR23::Tn5 was complemented by a virulence plasmid subclone with an insert sequence encoding only an 891-bp open reading frame specifying a 33,000-molecular-weight protein. The amino acid sequence of this open reading frame had significant homology to members of the LysR family of positive regulatory proteins; thus, the gene was named spvR (salmonella plasmid virulence). To examine the possible regulatory effects of spvR on other virulence genes, we constructed a lacZ operon fusion in a downstream virulence gene, spvB. When spvR subcloned behind the lac promoter was provided on a separate plasmid in trans to the spvB-lacZ operon fusion, transcription of spvB increased 15-fold. spv-14::Tn5, which conferred a competitive advantage to S. typhimurium, increased the expression of a spvR-lacZ operon fusion in cis. spvR is therefore a positive regulator of spvB and an essential virulence gene of S. typhimurium. As opposed to having spvR subcloned behind the lac promoter, the wild-type spvR gene present on the virulence plasmid did not function to positively regulate spvB-lacZ in trans when salmonellae were grown to the log phase in L broth, suggesting that this regulatory system is activated in vivo during infection.