Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Generating a Search Space of Typical Narrative Plots

Research on narrative generation needs to consider that a run-of-the-mill would-be novelist is usually much more concerned with getting the form of his output right than with finding new techniques or new materials. Resorting to prior techniques and materials is considered an acceptable practice, and rewrites of classic stories, sequels or series of novels set in an already described world are highly valued. In this light the need to produce outputs that are recognisable as instances of stories seems to have priority over other criteria for a narrative generation solution. The present paper follows accepted engineering practice in choosing this particular challenge as starting design goal for an initial module, to be later extended with solutions for selecting or achieving “good” or “novel” stories at a later stage. The paper proposes a representation of plot that captures both a surface structure in terms of adjacency in a discourse sequence and conceptual connections between elements of the plot that may span across its length. Based on this representation, a solution is proposed for plot generation that produces a broad range of outputs that are acceptable as instances of stories.
"She Offered No Argument": Constrained Probabilistic Modeling for Mnemonic Device Generation

A common aspect to creativity as described by creative theorists is the juxtaposition and balance of two opposing qualities, namely novelty and typicality. Practical models of computational creativity are needed that effectively leverage the contributions of each of these qualities in a synchronous manner. We discuss the effectiveness of constrained probabilistic models in representing this duality in generative models of creativity. We illustrate constrained Markov models as an example of a constrained probabilistic model and demonstrate its application to computational creativity in the elaboration of a system called NhMMonic for generating mnemonic devices. We demonstrate the effectiveness of the system 1 using a qualitative survey. Our ﬁndings suggest that the constrained Markov model is particularly effective at generating mnemonics that exhibit novelty and typicality in grammatical and semantic ﬂow with the overall result of more effective mnemonics for the purpose of memorization. Source code as well as our mnemonic device generator are both freely accessible online.
Formalizing Gremlin Pattern Matching Traversals in an Integrated Graph Algebra

Graph data management (also called NoSQL) has revealed beneﬁcial characteristics in terms of ﬂexibility and scalability by diﬀer-ently balancing between query expressivity and schema ﬂexibility. This peculiar advantage has resulted into an unforeseen race of developing new task-speciﬁc graph systems, query languages and data models, such as property graphs, key-value, wide column, resource description framework (RDF), etc. Present-day graph query languages are focused towards ﬂex-ible graph pattern matching (aka sub-graph matching), whereas graph computing frameworks aim towards providing fast parallel (distributed) execution of instructions. The consequence of this rapid growth in the variety of graph-based data management systems has resulted in a lack of standardization. Gremlin, a graph traversal language, and machine provide a common platform for supporting any graph computing sys-tem (such as an OLTP graph database or OLAP graph processors). In this extended report, we present a formalization of graph pattern matching for Gremlin queries. We also study, discuss and consolidate various existing graph algebra operators into an integrated graph algebra.
A Naming Game-Based Method for the Location of Information Source in Social Networks

We study herein the problem of the location of the information propagation source in social networks based on the network topology and a set of observations. We propose a concise and novel method to accurately locate the source of information using naming game theory. This study introduces the design of a dynamic deployment method that reduces considerably the number of observations and the time needed to locate the source. Moreover, it calculates the probability of each node that acts as a source based on the information provided by observations. This method can be potentially applied to various information propagation models. The simulation results reveal that the method is able to estimate the information source within a small number of hops from the true source.
Clustering Moving Entities in Euclidean Space

Clustering is a fundamental problem of spatio-temporal data analysis. Given a set X of n moving entities, each of which corresponds to a sequence of τ time-stamped points in R d , a k -clustering of X is a partition of X into k disjoint subsets that optimizes a given objective function. In this paper, we consider two clustering problems, k - Center and k -MM, where the goal is to minimize the maximum value of the objective function over the duration of motion for the worst-case input X . We show that both problems are NP-hard when k is an arbitrary input parameter, even when the motion is restricted to R . We provide an exact algorithm for the 2-MM clustering problem in R d that runs in O ( τdn 2 ) time. The running time can be improved to O ( τn log n ) when the motion is restricted to R . We show that the 2-Center clustering problem is NP-hard in R 2 . Our 2-MM clustering algorithm provides a 1 . 15-approximate solution to the 2-Center clustering problem in R 2 . Moreover, ﬁnding a (1 . 15 − (cid:15) )-approximate solution remains NP-hard for any (cid:15) > 0. For both the k -MM and k - Center clustering problems in R d , we provide a 2-approximation algorithm that runs in O ( τdnk ) time.
Private Digital Identity on Blockchain

For many identiﬁcation systems, including those in government, ﬁnance and healthcare, it is critical that at most one identity exists for each human individual within a given system. Many existing approaches identify individuals through an exchange of veriﬁable documents attesting to basic identiﬁcation information. However, the same basic information is collected for identiﬁcation in almost every system, meaning that persons are linkable across diﬀerent identity systems and are not in control of how their identity is used. We propose Unique Self-Sovereign Identity, (USI), combining Cancelable Biometrics [6] and W3C Veriﬁable Claims [8] to achieve privacy preserving and non-linkable iden-tiﬁcation, with guarantees against double enrolment with any system. Because our protocol is based on biometrics, it permits individuals to enrol without oﬃcial identiﬁcation documents. Our protocol can be used in a wide range of situations, oﬀering data security for large organisations, access to basic services for over one billion people who lack oﬃcial identifying documents, and personal identity control for all individuals.
Framing In Computational Creativity - A Survey And Taxonomy

The notion of framing computationally created artefacts - by providing a narrative context for the actions and motivations of the software - is an important part of building computationally creative software. In this paper we provide the ﬁrst survey of framing in computational creativity; we provide a taxonomy of framing elements, covering motivation, implementation and rendering; and we look at future directions for framing, as well as its importance for the ﬁeld’s future.
OpenStreetMap

Commençons par ce petit reportage vidéo issu des archives Framatube, et poursuivons en interrogeant encore (et toujours) Wikipédia : « OpenStreetMap est un projet pour créer des cartes libres du monde, en utilisant le système GPS ou d’autres données libres. OpenStreetMap a été fondé en juillet 2004 par Steve Coast au University College de Londres. Les cartes sont disponibles sous les termes de la licence Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 2.0. Par l’utilisation de moyens informatiques basés sur Internet qui permettent l’intervention et la collaboration de tout utilisateur volontaire, le projet OpenStreetMap relève de la géomatique 2.0 et est aussi une contribution à ce qui est appelé la néogéographie. »
Diversidade genética de estoques de reprodutores de Colossoma macropomum

The genetic diversity of tambaqui (Colossoma macropomum) broodstocks from two hatchery station in Rondonia State was studied by the RAPD marker. Ten primers were used to analyze 30 broodstocks samples from the hatchery stations of Boa Esperanca and Vale Verde. The polymorphic fragments percentage and Shannon genetic diversity index were high in the two broodstocks. The Boa Esperanca broodstock presented an exclusive fragment. The genetic differentiation was low and the number of migrants per generation was high among the broodstocks. The dendrogram did not separate the broodstocks individuals in different groups. The results indicate a high genetic variability in the broodstocks, being a little bit lower in the Vale Verde broodstock. Besides, there is a genetic proximity among the broodstocks.
Microgeographic variation in allozymes and mitochondrial DNA of Microtus richardsoni, the water vole, in the Beartooth Mountains of Montana and Wyoming, U.S.A.

Microtus richardsoni, the water vole, is listed as a sensitive species within region 2 of the USDA Forest Service. Because it is a sensitive species, the water vole's ability to disperse becomes an important management concern in terms of its population viability. Both allozyme and mitochondrial DNA analyses were used to study microgeographic population structure within a group of populations from four adjacent watersheds of the Beartooth Mountains of Montana and Wyoming. Of 31 protein loci examined, only ADH, EST-1, and SOD-1 were polymorphic. ADH and EST-1 were in HardyWeinberg equilibrium, but SOD-1 was not. Mitochondrial DNA was found to be polymorphic with 9 restriction enzymes. The size of the fragments produced by each restriction enzyme was estimated and ordered into a site map. In total, 51 sites were found with 9 restriction enzymes resulting in 29 different haplotypes from 142 individuals. Shared haplotypes were geographically contiguous except for one. There was no significant difference in g.
Effects of Temperature and Prolonged Emersion on Photosynthesis, Carbohydrate Content and Growth of the Brown Intertidal Alga Pelvetia canaliculata

Abstract Both 13C nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy and High Performance Anion Exchange (HPAE) chromatography were used to examine the alditols mannitol and volemitol found in the brown alga Pelvetia canaliculata (Linnaeus) Decaisne et Thuret (Phaeophycota, Fucales, Fucaceae). Carbohydrates were extracted using either ethanol or distilled water and our investigations have shown that both methods give qualitatively and quantitatively similar results. The ratios of alditols extracted from the seaweed under different growth conditions (temperature and emersion time) were compared. In the laboratory, growth rates of P. canaliculata increased with temperature up to 20 °C and decreased thereafter, but results indicated that the degree to which plants responded to temperature is seasonally dependent. Greater increases occurred during winter and spring, possibly due to low-temperature acclimation of field-collected plants in winter. Mannitol and volemitol concentrations in P. canaliculata increased in culture with temperatures up to 27 °C. Both mannitol and volemitol concentrations remained similar during continuous emersion for 7 d at 10 °C. By contrast, in plants emersed continuously for 8 or 12 d at 25 °C, volemitol concentrations decreased significantly, whilst mannitol concentrations remained similar. But when plants were emersed continuously for varying periods and subsequently re-immersed in seawater, recovery of photosynthesis was complete in plants which had been emersed at 10 °C for up to 7 d. When cultured at 25 °C, photosynthesis recovered only when plants had been emersed for no longer than 4 d. As optimum growth occured at higher temperatures than in other intertidal fucoids and P. canaliculata appeared well adapted to prolonged periods of emersion, even at high temperatures. The accumulation of mannitol and volemitol during growth at higher temperatures when submerged and a decrease during emersion at high temperatures may suggest a possible role for these carbohydrates as stress metabolites. However, further research is required to explain how the unique presence of volemitol in P. canaliculata may contribute to its ability to withstand unfavourable conditions in the intertidal zone during periods of extreme and prolonged dehydration.
Viabilidade de produção da videira 'Syrah', em ciclo de outono inverno, na região sul de Minas Gerais

Some agronomic parameters of grapevine 'Syrah' during the autumn-winter cycle were evaluated in 2005 and 2006 crops in a non irrigated vineyard located in Tres Coracoes- MG. The complete cycle, sprouting percentage and fertility of buds, production, rottenness incidence, leaf surface, predawn leaf water potential, carbon assimilation rate, temperature near the bunch, total soluble solids, titratable acidity and pH were evaluated from veraison to harvest. It was concluded that, for the climatic conditions of the coffee region of south Minas Gerais, the modification of grapevine cycle, in a non irrigated vineyard is possible, remaining indices of productivity between 6,16 e 7,70t.ha-1.
Exploring the Epidemic Spreading in a Multilayer Metapopulation Network by considering Individuals' Periodic Travelling

The convenience of transportation brings the diversity of individuals’ travelling modes; in this paper, we present an improved epidemic diffusion model in a multilayer metapopulation network. Firstly, we construct the metapopulation network with different travelling ways, and then, the epidemic spreading threshold is calculated by means of the mean-field method. Taking the periodicity of individuals’ travelling into account, we further explore the epidemic diffusion model with individuals’ periodic travelling and deduce the epidemic spreading threshold using the Perron–Frobenius theorem. Our results show that if all individuals in each area decide to move, the epidemic threshold can be effectively raised while each individual chooses an unbiased region to arrive. In addition, with the increase of individuals’ mobility rate or regional heterogeneous infection coefficient, the fluctuation range of the density of infected becomes larger, while the fluctuation period is almost unchanged. However, the change of individuals’ periodic motion could cause the change of the fluctuation period of infected density. We try to provide a new perspective for the research of metapopulation.
A global trend in belowground carbon allocation: Can we use the relationship at smaller scales?

We compared independent estimates of total root carbon allocation (TRCA) and fine root net primary production $(NPP_{fr})$ for temperate forests to total root carbon allocation (TRCA—RN) estimates derived from an empirical model developed by J. W. Raich and K. J. Nadelhoffer for world forests. Measured total root carbon allocation for temperate forests ranged from 233 to 1013 g $C\cdot m{—2}\cdot yr{—1}$ and was not correlated to TRCA calculated from the Raich and Nadelhoffer model for world forests. Fine root NPP was not correlated to TRCA—RN; however, a strong correlation was found between $NPP_{fr}$ and TRCA—RN for five control Pinus resinosa natural forests and plantations. The poor correlation between measured TRCA or $NPP_{fr}$ and the estimates may be due to interspecies differences in belowground carbon allocation, variation in foliage: root carbon allocation ratios due to water and nutrient availability, and violations in the carbon budget approach. Using the Raich and Nadelhoffer model to estimate total root carbon allocation and to construct stand carbon budgets for a stand is not an acceptable substitute for measuring soil carbon fluxes.
The Reproduction of Dugesia tigrina (Girard)

n-iated and further collections made. Hatchability percentages after mating are those expected from outcrosses, which these matings were. Each of the 1,226 eggs collected from the 33/11-o females was examined especially for evidence of having been stung. Twelve (0.97 per cent.) were recorded as "possibly injured. " They were somewhat wrinkled but contained what appeared to be normal yolk in contrast to the dry "shells" described above. They did not hatch. The mothers in this experiment were young, and only seven "shells" were laid. If it is believed that these two groups represent stung eggs, then 1.54 per cent. (19 among 1,226) were stung. A final observation of considerable importance in this discussion is that almost every egg which fails to hatch continues development after it has been removed from the container with females and dies at a later embryonic stage. This agrees with Spotkov's observation that almost every egg undergoes cleavage. From these studies the author concludes either (1) that females sting eggs very rarely or (2) that stung eggs can continue development after such injury and (3) that normal cleavage and even blastoderm formation are no indication of ultimate hatching. ANNA R. WHITING UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
Preparation and Application of Trans-free Vanaspati Substitute in Selected Indian Traditional Foods

Speciality fat with no trans fatty acids prepared by blending palm oil fraction with rice bran oil showed melting characteristics similar to those of commercial vanaspati. This fat is used in preparation of Indian traditional foods such as Parota, Mysorepak, Sohan papdi and Badusha substituting vanaspati and the quality was evaluated in comparison with those prepared using vanaspati. The appearance, texture and sensory analyses of all the products prepared with speciality fat were similar and comparable with those prepared with vanaspati. The products prepared with vanaspati and commercial samples contain trans fatty acids (0.3 − 6.3%), whereas those prepared with speciality fat did not contain any trans fatty acids. The study therefore revealed that the trans-free speciality fat prepared using palm oil fraction and rice bran oil could be used as vanaspati (trans fatty acids 17.7%) substitute to prepare a range of traditional foods and thereby improve nutritional quality.
Postharvest biocontrol of green and blue mold and sour rot of citrus fruit by Debaryomyces hansenii.

(.)The lemon isolate of D.h. inhibited green mold on grapefruit more effectively than did any of eight other isolates of the same species. Efficacy of D.h. was mainained when applied simultaneously or prior to inoculation with P. digitatum. Efficacy was reduced when D. h. was applied after inoculation. Control of green mold of grapefruit was maintained for 21 days at 11 or 22°C. The yeast antagonist also reduced the incidence of green mold decay of injured, naturally infected grapefruit stored at 11°C for 21 days. D.h. did not inhibit the growth in culture of P. digitatum, P. italicum or G. candidum. A culture filtrate of the yeast antagonist failed to provide any protection against green mold of grapefruit. It may be that D.h. inhibits the pathogens by a mode of action other than antibiotic production
Molecular data reveal convergence in fruit characters used in the classification of Thlaspi s. l. (Brassicaceae)

Abstract Phylogenetic relationships of 18 Thlaspi s. l. species were inferred from nuclear ribosomal internal transcribed spacer (ITS) sequence data. These species represent all sections of the basic classification system of Schulz primarily based on fruit characters. The molecular phylogeny supported six clades that are largely congruent with species groups recognized by Meyer on the basis of differences in seed coat anatomy, i.e. Thlaspi s. s . , Thlaspiceras , Noccaea ( Raparia included), Microthlaspi , Vania and Neurotropis. Some of these lineages include species which are morphologically diverse in fruit shape (e.g. Thlaspi s. s. : T. arvense – fruits broadly winged, T. ceratocarpum – fruits with prominent horns at apex, T. alliaceum – fruits very narrowly winged). Furthermore, the same fruit shape type is distributed among different clades. For instance, fruits with prominent horns at apex are found in Thlaspi s. s. ( T. ceratocarpum ) and Thlaspiceras ( T. oxyceras ). These results clearly indicate convergence in fruit characters previously used for sectional classification in Thlaspi s. l .
Foraging rates of wapiti on green and cured pastures

Foraging rates of wapiti (Cervus elaphus nelsoni) were studied on green (August) and cured (October) pastures that were progressively defoliated from >3000 kg/ha to 200 kg/ha over 8–12 days. For grassland vegetation, maximum intake rates of 11 g/min on green pastures and 22 g/min on cured pasture declined by 50% at forage biomasses of 385 and 533 kg/ha, respectively. Although wapiti cropped forage more slowly on cured vegetation, bite sizes were larger at an equivalent forage biomass. Cropping bite rates declined from 50 to 25 bites/min as bite sizes increased from 0.1 to 1 g with similar relationships for green and cured forage. In forested habitats, wapiti foraged more slowly at an equivalent biomass and bite size.
Exploring the Notion of Self in Creative Self-Expression

Creative self-expression is considered as central to any artistic activity. It is governed by an inherent need in a person to express the self through a creative or an artistic medium, e.g., visual art, poetry, music, drama, design, etc. In this paper, we explore and provide a classification of the notion of self from the various perspectives of philosophy, psychology, modern science, etc. This is done with a view to understand the self holistically and to frame a definition in the context of ‘creative selfexpression’. We also aim to initiate a discussion on the relevance of the concept of self to the field of computa-
A survey of pathogens and metazoan parasites on wild sea trout (Salmo trutta) in Scottish waters

Urquhart, K. , Pert, C. C. , Fryer, R. J., Cook, P., Weir, S. , Kilburn, R. , McCarthy, U. , Simons, J., McBeath, S. J., Matejusova, I. , and Bricknell, I. R. 2010. A survey of pathogens and metazoan parasites on wild sea trout (Salmo trutta) in Scottish waters. - ICES Journal of Marine Science, 67: 444-453.In all, 300 wild sea trout were sampled from three east coast and two west coast sites around Scotland over a 3-year period to establish the prevalence and the abundance of bacteria, viruses, and ecto- and endoparasites. No bacterial pathogens were isolated from any fish. One fish tested positive for viral pathogens (infectious pancreatic necrosis virus). The viral agent syncytium, resulting from aquareovirus infection, was found in four fish from the east coast. The parasitic fauna consisted of three classes of ectoparasite, Monogenea, Isopoda, and Copepoda, and four classes of endoparasite, Cestoda, Digenea, Nematoda, and Acanthocephala. Sea trout from the east coast sites were larger than those from the west coast. The abundance of Lepeophtheirus salmonis, Hysterothylacium aduncum, and Anisakis sp. was significantly greater at the east coast sites. The only parasite found in significantly greater numbers at a west coast site was Pomphorhynchus laevis.