Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Approach to Super-Resolution Through the Concept of Multicamera Imaging

Super-resolution consists of processing an image or a set of images in order to enhance the resolution of a video sequence or a single frame. There are several methods to apply super-resolution, from which fusion super-resolution techniques are considered to be the most adequate for real-time implementations. In fusion, super-resolution and high-resolution images are constructed from several observed low-resolution images, thereby increasing the high-frequency components and removing the degradations caused by the recording process of low-resolution imaging acquisition devices. Moreover, the proposed imaging system considered in this work is based on capturing various frames from several sensors, which are attached to one another by a P × Q array. This framework is known as a multicamera system. This chapter summarizes the research conducted to apply fusion super-resolution techniques to select the most adequate frames and macroblocks together with a multicamera array. This approach optimizes the temporal and spatial correlations in the frames and reduces as a consequence the appearance of annoying artifacts, enhancing the quality of the processed high-resolution sequence and minimizing the execution time.
Effect of oxide composition (v 2O 5+al 2O 3) via gas phase on the thermal oxidation of InP

The effect of the oxide-chemostimulator V2O5 and the inert component Al2O3 binary compositions on the thermal oxidation of InP have been studied. The area of negative deviation of nanoscale oxide film thickness on InP from the additive joint effect has been established with a minimum for a composition of 20% Al2O3 + 80% V2O5. A decrease in the transit efficiency effect of V2O5 chemostimulator in composition with Al2O3 has been associated with an intensification of the transformation of V2O5 into V2O3, which is not an oxygen transitor.
Response Rate and Toxicity of Docetaxel / Cisplatin /5FU in Comparison with Cisplatin / 5FU Induction Chemotherapy in Locally Advanced Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Introduction: Response to chemotherapy is a reliable marker for radiation sensitivity in patients with locallyadvanced head and neck squamous cell carcinoma. We compared the response rate and toxicity after two cyclesof chemotherapy using Docetaxel / Cisplatin /5FU or Cisplatin / 5FU among these patients. Materials and methods: We randomly assigned 16 to 75 years old patients with stage III or IV non-metastaticlocally advanced head and neck squamous cell carcinoma to receive either DCF or CF every 3 weeks for twocycles. All patients who received at least one and two cycles of chemotherapy were considered for toxicity andresponse evaluation respectively. Results: Seventy patients underwent randomization, 36 and 34 patients were assigned to Docetaxel / Cisplatin/5FU and Cisplatin / 5FU groups respectively. Three and 8 patients were excluded after randomization and beforereceiving any chemotherapy in Docetaxel / Cisplatin /5FU and Cisplatin / 5FU groups respectively. Finally 30 and25 in Docetaxel / Cisplatin /5FU group and 25 and 23 patients in Cisplatin / 5FU group were evaluated for toxicityand response respectively. Response rate (complete and partial response) was %83 (35% complete and 48%partial response) and %84(16% complete and 68% partial response) in Cisplatin / 5FU and Docetaxel / Cisplatin/5FU groups respectively (P= 0.28). There was no differences in complete response rate between two groups(P=0.18). Neutropenia, phlebitis and mucositis were more common in Cisplatin / 5FU group without statisticallysignificant difference. Constipation was significantly more common in Cisplatin / 5FU group (P= 0.008). Diarrhea,alopecia and febrile neutropenia were significantly more common in Docetaxel / Cisplatin /5FU group (P= 0.006,0.01 and 0.03 respectivly). Conclusion: We could not find any significant differences between response to Docetaxel / Cisplatin /5FUand Cisplatin /5FU combination chemotherapy among Iranian patients with locally advanced head and necksquamous cell carcinoma. However, for better evaluation, larger studies with better designs are being conductedin our center.
The informational content of revaluation reserves in the Brazilian capital market

The use of accounting numbers for evaluation of firms has deserved local and international researches, mostly in the capital market. Multiple studies try to analyze the relevance of revaluation reserves (SHARPE; WALKER, 1975; STANDISH; UNG, 1982; BARTH; CLINCH, 1998; ABOODY; BARTH; KASZNIK, 1999; LOPES, 2006; PAIK, 2009). However, owing to Law n o . 11.638/07, forbidding to revaluate assets in Brazil, the significance of assets revaluation is being questioned. Hence, the following research issue: Does the assets revaluation exhibit anyrelevanceinformation when evaluating capital market firms? The purpose of this work is to verify whether the assets revaluation really brings in a significant informational content for the capital market in Brazil. In order to accomplish that purpose, we employed an approach originating from the Ohlsonmodel (1995), aiming at testing the importance of the revaluation reserves and the market value of Brazilian companies listed by the Sao Paulo Stock Exchange - BOVESPA, by using quarterly panel data for period 1995-2007. The results showed that nearly 33% of the companies selected in the sampling presented significant information regarding assets revaluation for the capital market. Durable Goods, Construction and Transports, Cyclic and Non-cyclic Consumption industries were among the most reserve-based representative economy sectors. It is, therefore, suggested that the assets revaluation does have the informational power and is effectively meaningful for the Brazilian capital market.
Quantification of the gene expression of bell peppers ( Capsicum annuum ) ripening gene(s) using real -time PCR

Fruits can be divided into two groups according to the regulatory mechanisms underlying their ripening process. The two ripening processes are climacteric and non-climacteric process; bell peppers are part of the non-climacteric plant groups. Bell peppers are members of the Solanacaea family. The Solanacaea family is best known for its fruits around the world. Today’s main focus is targeted to fruit ripening, in an attempt to increase the fruit’s shelf life. Many genes have been linked to the maturation of the fruit such as in Arabidopsis, the genes found were elongation factor-1α (LeEF-1A), expansin protein (leEXP1) and ripening inhibitor (RIN). This research focused on discovering similar genes that may play an important role in the ripening of peppers. Real-time PCR was performed on the cDNA of the green bell pepper fruit during its stage of development in order to detect and identify the expression pattern of the gene. Through the comparison of the gene expression found in bell pepper and the pods of Arabidopsis as model to dicotyledonous plant, some variations have been detected. Keywords: Bell pepper ( Capsicum annuum ), arabidopsis ( Lycoperiscum esceluntum ), fruit ripening, expansin gene (EXP1), elongation factor alpha gene (EF-1a), ripening inhibitor (RIN), MADs box, complementary DNA (cDNA), gene expression profiling, real -time PCR. African Journal of Biotechnology , Vol 13(53) 4745-4752
Peer Mentoring Module: The Effect of an Intervention of Academic Mentoring Program towards Motivation and Self-esteem among Foundation Students in Malaysia

Academic mentoring program between peer mentors and mentees is believed to be as part of the guidance and counselling practice to enhance the development of education field. This program practiced Peer Mentoring Module (PMM) for peer mentors with skills namely: interpersonal relationship, communication, motivation, empathy and emotional stability. The purpose of this research is to identify the effectiveness of PMM on the treatment of students' motivation and self-esteem among foundation students in a private University in Malaysia. Forty subjects (mentees) with CGPA < 2.00 points were tutored by forty trained mentors. A pretest-posttest control research design was utilized to look at the difference of the level of motivation and self-esteem of the students (mentees) with low achievement (CGPA below 2.00 points). Two types of instruments are used in this study; Rosenberg Self-Esteem (RSE) and Achievement Goal Questionnaire (AGQ). The subjects were examined at week one for pre-test and post-test at week ten. Statistical analysis included (group x time) measures t-test to determine between and within group mean differences. The overall findings support the hypothesis that PMM intervention to train peer mentors in Mentoring Program shows positive effects on increasing the level of motivation and general self-esteem of mentees. After 10 weeks during the post-test, there was statistically improved in RSE and AGQ scores (p < 0.05). The research outcome may help researchers to proof that PMM through academic mentoring program can increase the attitude and confidence of the mentees. Therefore, a more positive learning perspective among the low achievers will be one of the important aspects in implementing the guidance and counselling practice in academic mentoring.
Tri-trophic interaction involving host plants, black legume aphid, Aphis craccivora (Hemiptera: Aphididae) and the predator, Cheilomenes sexmaculata (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae)

Interactions involving host plants (cowpea, groundnut, cotton, sunflower, greengram, blackgram) an insect herbivore, black legume aphid Aphis craccivora Koch (Hemiptera: Aphididae) and a predator, the zigzag beetle Cheilomenes sexmaculata (Fabricius) (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae) were investigated during 2014-2015. The preference of the aphid A. craccivora for host plants measured in terms of growth and multiplication was cowpea > groundnut > greengram > blackgram > sunflower > cotton (most preferred to least preferred). Cowpea was the most preferred host plant for growth and multiplication of A. craccivora. Aphid's oviposition period was longest, fecundity greatest; adult longevity longest (188.40 ± 28.87 h; 52.00 ± 10.92; 231.60 ± 40.41 h), and nymphal mortality was lowest (0%) when reared on cowpea followed by groundnut, greengram and blackgram. Aphids had highest nymphal mortality (100%), with very few or no live adults produced, when reared on sunflower and cotton, the least preferred host of A. craccivora in this study. At the third trophic level, both the larvae and the adults of the coccinellid, Cheilomenes sexmaculata, consumed more of the aphids reared on groundnut than of those reared on blackgram, greengram, cowpea, sunflower and cotton. The biochemical constituents (phenols) present in cotton and sunflower, which contributed to the aphid's nymphal mortality, also affected the feeding behaviour of the coccinellid.
Some Properties of Estimation Criteria for Dimensionality in Principal Component Analysis

SYNOPTIC ABSTRACT Principal component analysis is a method for reduction of dimensionality of data in the form of N observations of p variables. In this study we consider estimating the number of the largest characteristic roots of the covariance matrix of p variables, which is called the dimensionality, in a covariance structure such that the remainder characteristic roots are the same. Our purpose is to examine properties of the estimation criteria AIC and BIC based on model selection criteria. Under large-sample asymptotic framework, we evaluate the bias term as an estimator of AIC-type risk. Further, we note that AIC is not consistent, but BIC is consistent. However, for high-dimensional cases, it is pointed out that there are cases that AIC is consistent, but BIC is not consistent, based on a simulation study.
Superelevation Calculation of Debris Flow Climbing Ascending Slopes

We present a new method for calculating the superelevation of debris flow when it encounters obstacles in the process of flowing. Our calculation method is based on the Bingham Model for debris flow determination and considers the vertical difference of debris flow velocity and characteristic parameters of debris flow on a hypothetical basis. Moreover, we conducted an indoor flume experiment to verify the accuracy and reasonability of our calculation method. The experimental results showed that our method is able to accurately calculate the superelevation of debris flow with a root-mean-square error (16%). Furthermore, we provide an in-depth example of how our calculation method can be employed. Ultimately, we conclusively prove that our calculation method can be used for the superelevation calculation of debris flow climbing ascending slopes. Finally, we provide more exact parameters for debris flow protection engineering.
Slowing down a pine invasion despite uncertainty in demography and dispersal

1. Management decisions regarding invasive plants often have to be made quickly and in the face of fragmentary knowledge of their population dynamics. However, recommendations are commonly made on the basis of only a restricted set of parameters. Without addressing uncertainty and variability in model parameters we risk ineffective management, resulting in wasted resources and an escalating problem if early chances to control spread are missed. 2. Using available data for Pinus nigra in ungrazed and grazed grassland and shrubland in New Zealand, we parameterized a stage-structured spread model to calculate invasion wave speed, population growth rate and their sensitivities and elasticities to population parameters. Uncertainty distributions of parameters were used with the model to generate confidence intervals (CI) about the model predictions. 3. Ungrazed grassland environments were most vulnerable to invasion and the highest elasticities and sensitivities of invasion speed were to long-distance dispersal parameters. However, there was overlap between the elasticity and sensitivity CI on juvenile survival, seedling establishment and long-distance dispersal parameters, indicating overlap in their effects on invasion speed. 4. While elasticity of invasion speed to long-distance dispersal was highest in shrubland environments, there was overlap with the CI of elasticity to juvenile survival. In shrubland invasion speed was most sensitive to the probability of establishment, especially when establishment was low. In the grazed environment elasticity and sensitivity of invasion speed to the severity of grazing were consistently highest. Management recommendations based on elasticities and sensitivities depend on the vulnerability of the habitat. 5. Synthesis and applications. Despite considerable uncertainty in demography and dispersal, robust management recommendations emerged from the model. Proportional or absolute reductions in long-distance dispersal, juvenile survival and seedling establishment parameters have the potential to reduce wave speed substantially. Plantations of wind-dispersed invasive conifers should not be sited on exposed sites vulnerable to long-distance dispersal events, and trees in these sites should be removed. Invasion speed can also be reduced by removing seedlings, establishing competitive shrubs and grazing. Incorporating uncertainty into the modelling process increases our confidence in the wide applicability of the management strategies recommended here.
Randomly amplified polymorphic deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) analysis of Candida albicans isolates from clinical sources of hospital in south China

To genotype clinical Candida albicans isolates by randomly amplified polymorphic DNA (RAPD) method, this paper study molecular epidemiology of Candida albicans infection and discuss possible relationship between RAPD patterns and antifungal test results. 30 C. albicans isolates with corresponding patient’s information and antifungal drug susceptibility test results were collected. All the isolates were genotyped by RAPD fingerprinting by employing primer OPE-03. Cluster analysis was performed by Neighbor Joining and unweighted pair-group method using an arithmetic average methods. Primer OPE-03 was suitable for fingerprinting analysis and was found to generate the reproducible fingerprints, yielding well-resolved banding patterns. Generally, the isolates can be divided into three clusters. RAPD fingerprinting can be used to genotype C. albicans; the RAPD patterns of C. albicans may be related to origins of fungi; it seems the RAPD patterns also related to drug resistance.
Agreeableness and Conflict Management Styles: A Cross-Validated Extension

We integrated the personality and conflict management (I/O psychology) literature and established the Big Five personality traits and their facets as predictors of conflict management styles. 621 participants completed the Rahim Organizational Conflict Inventory-II and the NEO PI-R personality scale. Agreeableness and its facets explained significant amount of variance (4-23%) in conflict management styles. Machiavellian individuals (less straightforward, compliant and modest) preferred to dominate, compliant individuals were less trusting, and altruistic individuals preferred to self-sacrifice for an integrative solution. By randomly splitting the sample, the key findings were cross-validated. Our results are relevant to selection decisions and designing training programs.
Bacterial Isolates from Seafood in Scotland

Vibrio spp. , Enterobacteriaceae representatives and Listeria monocytogenes were isolated from commercially prepared smoked and fresh Atlantic salmon, smoked and fresh haddock, live mussels and oysters. Isolates were identified phenotypically and by sequencing the 16S rDNA gene. Vibrio spp. occurred in high densities (>10 CFU gˉ) in mussels. Enterobacteriaceae representatives were recorded at 2.2 x 10 CFU gˉ and 2.0 x 10 CFU gˉin fresh salmon and smoked haddock, respectively. Total heterotrophic counts in fresh salmon, live mussels and oysters reached 10, 10 and 10 CFU gˉ, respectively. Listeria monocytogenes was recorded at 5.0 x 10 CFU gˉin mussels. The prominent characteristics of fish spoilage isolates were demonstrated by the ability of the isolates to reduce trimethylamine oxide (TMAO) to trimethylamine, and to produce H2S. The spoilage organisms revealed the ability to produce hydrolytic enzymes.
Use of transglutaminase, soybean waste and salt replacement in the elaboration of trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) meatball

The development of new products based on fish with non-commercial size is an alternative to add value, conquer new consumer markets and consequently, increase this matrix consumption. The objective of this study was to assess the physicochemical and sensory parameters of meatballs prepared with non-commercial size Rainbow Trout fillets, waste added of transglutaminase, soy protein and 25% replacing salt. The transglutaminase can be used to modify the functional properties of food protein, in addition to gelation capability, thermal stability and water-holding capacity and soy protein presents several technological properties that are very importante in characterization in the production of texturized food. The salt replacement has been studied because of consumers search for healthy products and an alternative strategy, such as sodium chloride replacement by potassium chloride have been implemented because the potassium chloride has similar properties to sodium chloride and can be used as a substitute without losing functionality. The transglutaminase and soy protein associated to transglutaminase improved the meatball texture; however the soy protein provided bitter taste and less juiciness. A reduction in sodium content can be achieved without impairing the product physicochemical and sensorial quality replacing sodium chloride by potassium chloride.
EFFECT OF DEFOLIATION LEVELS ON RECOVERY OF LEAF AREA, ON YIELD AND AGRONOMIC TRAITS OF SOYBEANS 1

Four leveis of defoliation (O, 33, 67 and 100%) were applied at four stages of deveI- opment ("I a, V1, N and R6) ofsoybeans (Glycine max(L.) Merrili) cv. Parana, at the Embrapa-Centro Nacional de Pesquisa de Soja experimental station in Londrina, PR, Brazil. Plants were defoliated by hand, cutting off one leaflet of each ieaf for each 33% of defoliation. Rccovery of leaf arca was measured at five and twelve days afler defoliation, and mathematical simulations were made to study parameters of recovery. Results indicated intense recovery measured by Iiquid daily rata ofleafarea increase (dr) and recovery time (rt) for low defoliation leveis, specialiy when applied at vegetative stages. During the reproductive period, leveis ofdefoiiation reduced the rate ofthe soybean natural trend of losing leaf arca. Yieid was affected oniy by 67 and 100% defoliation appiied at R 6, while main agronomic traits such as date ofharvesting maturity, p! ant lodging and height were not affected by the trcatments.
Simulation of fluid-structure-interaction with free form membrane structures using an implicit coupling scheme with adaptive under relaxation

Due to their special load carrying behavior, membrane structures are using the material most eciently. As a consequence, the realized structures are extremely light but susceptible to ow-induc ed ee cts. The missing bending stiness results in a complex cou- pling of stress state and membrane shape. This necessitates special form nding techniques to determine the mechanically dene d shapes of equilibrium as prerequisite of the analysis of prestressed lightweight structures. Due to the almost negligible mass of the structure, the surface-coupled, partitioned uid-structur e-interaction computations with an explicit coupling scheme fail. To achieve numerically stable results, an implicit coupling strategy using intereld iterations with under relaxation is applied and for the sake of eciency, the Aitken's acceleration technique is used. A software environment with integrated form nding capabilities is proposed focusing on aspects related to the coupling strategies. Two examples of membrane structures in an idealized wind ow demonstrate the success of the approach.
The Origin of the Anti-ergative [xa] in Huangshui Chinese

This study describes the full range of meanings associated with the morpheme [xa] 哈 as it is used in the Huangshui 湟水 dialect of Qinghai province. Identifying its key feature as marking something like the “anti-ergative” in Tibeto-Burman languages, the paper argues that the morpheme entered the dialect as a result of contact with Amdo Tibetan. Further, it is argued that the mechanism by which it entered the dialect involved a complex accommodation negotiated among several features in those languages, including verb-final word order, the pǎ 把 pretransitive structure, and intonation unit (IU) marking. These findings suggest the possibility of reconstructing a detailed history of an individual language in a complex ecology, an ecology that is often referred to as a Sprachbund or “linguistic area. ” Finally, the use of a topic-marker of similar phonetic form in the dialect, and variations of that form within the dialect, suggest further work is needed on the historical development of this feature.
2D-Growth Rate Promotion of Graphene via Intensive Nd-Laser/Sonication Irradiations

The graphene was synthesized by two routes the 1st one application of conventional sonication in case of Tri-chloro-acetic 75% H2SO3 for 60hrs while 2nd is combined sonication (60 hrs) plus laser irradiations for 30hrs. The yields of two routes are collected and compared structurally to check and investigate the effect of laser on structure quality and amount of yield obtained. Results indicated that combined route gave yield higher than conventional route by ratio ~ 39%. AFM-investigations were performed to characterize nano-structural features of produced graphene. Furthermore raman spectra were measured to confirm graphene formation.