Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
A Typology of best practices for processes improvement

Benchmarking is currently one of the most effective industrial performance improvement processes. For the company, it is a question of observing, adopting and/or adapting best practices, and this with the aim of improving the performance of some of its processes. The realization of benchmarking, whether it be internal or external, is not however without its difficulties. The first difficulty for the company is to manage to clearly define what a best practice is. We thus built a typology of best practices which could help to discern more effectively what could be relevant to exchange in benchmarking. The second difficulty for the company is to identify its best practices. The BPS method (Best Practice Specification) which we describe in this paper allows the company to locate and to specify the good practices likely to be transferred within the framework of benchmarking.
The Generation of Microenvironments from the Differential Decomposition of Buried Textiles in North Central Florida

The analysis of textiles as trace evidence is an important area of focus in the field of forensic science, because enhanced understanding of the decomposition of textiles may point to more accurate methods for estimating the postmortem interval (PMI) of remains found in association with these materials. This study examines the generation of microenvironments from the decomposition of various textile types. This study hypothesized that the decomposition of textiles will generate microenvironments with soil properties distinct from those of the surrounding environment, and that different types of textiles will create different microenvironments as they decompose. Samples of cotton, UV-proofed cotton, polyester, cotton-polyester blended fabric, ripstop, and wool were buried at four sites on a property in North Central Florida for thirteen weeks, with measures of soil temperature, pH, and moisture level, and weather data collected weekly. Following burial, decomposition of each textile type was scored. Data collected were analyzed in R statistical software. Analysis indicated that the level of degradation differed by textile type but not by site. Textile presence, type, and subsequent decomposition significantly impacted soil pH and moisture at all sites but did not have a significant effect on soil temperature. The results of this study demonstrate that the decomposition of textiles can create diverse and unique microenvironments in the soil environment.
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PSYCHOLOGICAL CAPITAL AND MOTIVATION

Purpose: The psychological capital and the self-determination theory are areas related to the research of human behavior in organizationsThis study had as objective to verify if there are relations between the categories of Motivation with the dimensions of Psychological Capital. Design/methodology/ approach: it was performed a quantitative empirical study. The sample consisted of 235 workers working in the health sector, in south of Brazil. Data collection was obtained through the application of PCQ-24 and MWMS. Findings: There is a negative correlation between psychological capital and demotivation as well as a positive correlation between psychological capital and intrinsic motivation. It was observed that the higher level of psycap more the results approached the intrinsic motivation. The results suggest that care professionals have higher levels of motivation for work and psycap than those in administrative area. Likewise, people with a complete undergraduate level had high levels of Motivation and Psychological Capital. In sum, the results suggest that Psycap is an important contribution to motivation at work. Research limitations/implications: This empirical research was performed only with a sample of health workers from Brazil. For this reason the results can not be generalized. Practical Implications: It is possible to verify the level of Motivation and Psychological Capital of the workers, being able to develop strategies to develop skills that promote better organizational performance. Originality/value: It has conducted a research with two instruments still little used in the Brazilian context - PCQ-24 and MWMS - relating these two approaches in a health sample.
Forecasting Electric Vehicle Arrival & Departure Time on UCSD Campus using Support Vector Machines

Author(s): Xu, Zhuo | Advisor(s): Kleissl, Jan | Abstract: Nowadays, with the development of technologies, road transportation in US has a tendency of shifting from traditional oil consumption method to more electric demand oriented vehicles. Therefore, with the increasing number of electric vehicles in California [1], we need to develop an algorithm to distribute electric power more appropriately. Large penetration of electric vehicles (EV) will increase the electricity demand and load forecasting plays a central role in the operation and electric power. This thesis presented a short – term arrival and departure time forecasting by using Support Vector Machine, which is an artificial intelligence technique that can be used for data prediction. Forecast results were compared for each year and it was found that larger training model has relatively smaller percentage of error in terms of accuracy.
Scenario-based simulation game for hospital beds capacity planning in Singapore

A complete learning object with scenario-based simulation game and accompanying materials, which allows selfdirected learners to learn and apply the theory, concepts and calculations for capacity planning, in the hospital beds capacity planning scenario in Singapore, was designed, developed and implemented. It guides the learners through the key considerations for capacity planning, the computation of actual capacity needed, deciding the timing for capacity increments, as well as the economies and diseconomies of scale when adding capacity. All the learnings are applied in a scenario where the learners make decisions on how much and when to add hospital beds to existing hospitals, and when to add a brand new hospital, to manage the bed crunch problem in Singapore, in the face of an aging population. We have successfully demonstrated how a scenario-based simulation game with high level of interactivity, can engage and motivate self-directed learners to learn at their own pace and practice their knowledge acquired by immersing them in a well-known context. A high percentage of the learners found the learning object engaging and motivating, and effective in their learning. Between the 2 runs, some improvements were made in response to the suggestions made by students from the first run, which resulted in better results achieved in the 2 run.
Crystal structure of a -catenin/Axin complex suggests a mechanism for the -catenin destruction complex

The “ -catenin destruction complex” is central to canonical Wnt/ -catenin signaling. The scaffolding protein Axin and the tumor suppressor adenomatous polyposis coli protein (APC) are critical components of this complex, required for rapid -catenin turnover. We determined the crystal structure of a complex between -catenin and the -catenin-binding domain of Axin (Axin-CBD). The Axin-CBD forms a helix that occupies the groove formed by the third and fourth armadillo repeats of -catenin and thus precludes the simultaneous binding of other -catenin partners in this region. Our biochemical studies demonstrate that, when phosphorylated, the 20-amino acid repeat region of APC competes with Axin for binding to -catenin. We propose that a key function of APC in the -catenin destruction complex is to remove phosphorylated -catenin product from the active site.
Usage of Artificial Intelligence to Improve Secure Software Development

C# is an object-oriented software language that was developed by Microsoft and runs on the . NET framework. It has the ninth in Github, and it would cause a great impact in . NET. Main method for the situation is mainly using the machine learning techniques to analyze the source code and determine the security level of a source code. By evaluating the source code elements of software, the framework could proclaim that either a software product is secure or not, thus developer can make necessary arrangement in his or her code. It is important, because securing the code during the creation of the software is easy as compared with the end of the software creation. As part of a limited literature review study, we have analyzed 3 main articles in detail. An assessment of the review is conducted according to artificial neural network logic to help improve the Security of C# software development and further evaluations and deductions are being conducted.
Key Feature Selecting in the Clean Oil Refinery Process Based on a Two-Stage Data Mining Framework

Maintaining the ratio of octane number and reducing the proportion of harmful substances in the heavy oil fluid catalytic cracking process meets both environmental and economic benefits. Through collecting tremendous processing data by digital hardware, gasoline refiners are still hard to do well data analytical work in production process control due to the large scale of ambiguous intermediate operating variables. This paper proposes a two-stage data mining framework integrates the strengths of Ridge regression and Person correlation analysis to extract a scale limited group of key features. Different with traditional recursive feature elimination methods, we pay more attention to the correlation analysis between every couple of features in the result. Two stop criterions guarantee to fulfil refining standards and limit the computational work in finite steps. A real word case study contains 325 samples, 13 quality indicators and 354 operating variables which testifies the validity and practicality of our algorithm. The result shows only 13 features (operating variables) are significant to the rationality of process design and the improvement of process control.
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Dynamic branching, arresting of rupture and the seismic wave radiation in self-chosen crack path modelling

SUMMARY We simulate spontaneous mode II crack propagation for which the path is dynamically selfchosen. Our main interests are in the formation of the branching path under the influence of self-radiating wave stresses, and in the resultant seismic wave radiation. For these purposes, we adopt the elastodynamic boundary integral equation method (BIEM), which does not impose any constraints on the crack path. We consider a crack subjected to biaxial compression, on which Coulomb friction acts and we determine the extension and the direction of crack growth from a critical shear stress criterion. Our analysis shows that the crack tip bifurcates into two branches at the high-speed propagation stage due to the stress wave localization near the crack tip. Each of the two branches is generated in compressive and tensile stress regions around the propagating tip. Under the same friction coefficient different normal stresses cause different friction levels on them and that results in increasing their bending angles asymmetrically. If the angle of bending exceeds a threshold under biaxial compression, the stress to be released on the curved crack branch becomes negative. Therefore, the growth of such branch is arrested after increasing the bending angle. We then synthesize its waveforms to find phases associated with the dynamic branching. We compare them with those emitted by two planar crack models for which the growths are arrested by inhomogeneities in the fracture strength or the prestress state: little effect appeared from the branching characteristics in the waveforms. This is because the curved branches themselves make little contribution to the wave radiation due to the negligible slip velocity.
An Iterative Finite Element Method for Piezoelectric Energy Harvesting Composite with Implementation to An Aircraft Wingbox under Gust Load Conditions

In this paper, a novel iterative finite element method (FEM) for energy harvesting purpose is presented. The new iterative FEM is implemented to solve the dynamic problems of piezoelectric-based energy harvester in the frequency and time domains. The validation against other methods from the literature shows the robustness and capabilities of the iterative FEM. Implementation to a transport aircraft wingbox with 14.5 m half span and an embedded piezoelectric layer is shown in some details. The energy harvesting potential of the wingbox due to the cruise and the 1-cosine gust loads is investigated. In addition, for the first time, stress and failure analyses of the structure with an active energy harvesting layer are performed. The results pointed out that the wingbox is still in a safe condition even when it is subjected to a 30 m/s gust amplitude while harvesting 51 kW power.
Usefulness of the VBG analysis as an option of ABG analysis in Congenital Heart Disease in pediatric age group

Aim: Evaluation of different alternatives for Blood Gas Analysis of paediatric Cardiac surgical patients. Objectives: Arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis is very important tool for assessment of the clinical condition of patients in various critical conditions; however, arterial puncture may associate with many complications, particularly in paediatric patients. This study is conducted to determine whether venous blood gas (VBG) values can replace arterial blood gas values in paediatric age group patients undergoing cardiac surgery for congenital heart disease. To study correlation between arterial blood gas and venous blood gas we have examined arterial as well as venous blood pH, PCo2, PO2, HCO3-, Base excess, Ct O2, SO2 and Ct CO2. Method: The study was conducted during June 2008 to December 2010 at an academic tertiary care hospital in Ahmedabad where DM and MCH super specialist are available as a consultant. Totally, 50 paediatric patients suffering from congenital heart disease included in this study and arterial as well as venous blood sample were collected for blood gas analysis. Result: There was no significant difference observed between arterial and venous blood respectively in pH (7.37 +/-0.04, 7.33+/-0.04), PCo2 (35.51+/- 5.08, 43.54+/-4.94), HCO3- (20.64+/-1.69, 21.30+-1.81) but significant difference observed in PO2 (77.26+/-37.43, 38.05+/-6.81), Ct O2 and SO2. Conclusion: We do not recommend venous blood sample as an alternate of arterial blood sample for blood gas analysis as there is poor correlation in PO2, CtO2 and SO2. Keywords: Arterial blood, Venous blood, Congenital heart disease, pH, PO2, PCo2
Early- and late-stage mergers among main sequence and starburst galaxies at 0.2 ≤ z ≤ 2

We investigate the fraction of close pairs and morphologically identified mergers on and above the star-forming main sequence (MS) at 0.2 ≤ z ≤2.0. The novelty of our work lies in the use of a non-parametric morphological classification performed on resolved stellar mass maps, reducing the contamination by non-interacting, high-redshift clumpy galaxies. We find that the merger fraction rapidly rises to ≥70 per cent above the MS, implying that – already at z ≳ 1 – starburst (SB) events (ΔMS ≥ 0.6) are almost always associated with a major merger (1:1 to 1:6 mass ratio). The majority of interacting galaxies in the SB region are morphologically disturbed, late-stage mergers. Pair fractions show little dependence on MS offset and pairs are more prevalent than late-stage mergers only in the lower half of the MS. In our sample, major mergers on the MS occur with a roughly equal frequency of ∼5–10 per cent at all masses ≳ 1010 M⊙. The MS major merger fraction roughly doubles between z = 0.2 and 2, with morphological mergers driving the overall increase at z ≳ 1. The differential redshift evolution of interacting pairs and morphologically classified mergers on the MS can be reconciled by evolving observability time-scales for both pairs and morphological disturbances. The observed variation of the late-stage merger fraction with ΔMS follows the perturbative 2-Star Formation Mode model, where any MS galaxy can experience a continuum of different star formation rate enhancements. This points to an SB–merger connection not only for extreme events, but also more moderate bursts which merely scatter galaxies upward within the MS, rather than fully elevating them above it.
Feasibility of Virtual Assessment of Physical Frailty in Solid Organ Transplant Recipients: A Single Center, Observational Study

Objectives: To describe the feasibility of virtual assessments of physical frailty in solid organ transplant (SOT) recipients using a modified Fried Frailty Index (mFFI) and Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB), and to describe the prevalence of frailty 12-months post-transplant using virtual assessment. Methods: Virtual assessments were performed using an e-questionnaire and a video-call for functional tests. Feasibility variables included: internet quality, video-call duration, presence of a companion, and adverse events. Results: 34 SOT recipients, median age 62 (46-67), 76% lung recipients, 47% female, were included. The video-call had a median duration of 12 minutes (10-15 min), without adverse events. A companion was present in 23 (68%) video-call assessments. Fifteen SOT recipients (44%) were classified as pre-frail by the mFFI, and none were frail. Three participants (8.8%) were classified as frail using the SPPB. Conclusion: Virtual frailty assessments can be used as an alternative to in-person assessments in SOT recipients.
0-An Electric Field Test with MRI , experiments and numerical modeling

Příspěvek popisuje testy elektrického pole molekul vody na základě znalostí diskutovaných v pracech [6][11]. Základní konfigurace testu byla experimentálně ověřena na Ústavu přístrojové techniky Akademie Věd České republiky. Jsou připravené testy jiných látek a vzorků pro nalezení vztahu mezi metodou magnetické rezonance a intenzitou elektrického pole z makroskopického pohledu. Ve skutečnosti hmota vyhovuje jak klasické elektrodynamické teorii tak vlnové teorii hmoty. Experiemnty jsou zaměřeny pro další aplikaci v oblasti medicínské vědy. AbstractThe paper describes a test of an electric field on water molecules based on the present knowledge of the problem as discussed by references [6][11]. The basic configuration of the test was experimentally verified at the Institute of Scientific Instruments, Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic. We also prepared other tests using a different type of substance to find the relation between the MRI and the macroscopic electric field intensity. As a matter of fact, it respects the classical Electrodynamics and Material Wave Theory (MWT). The experiments are intended for future applications in the field of health service. The paper describes a test of an electric field on water molecules based on the present knowledge of the problem as discussed by references [6][11]. The basic configuration of the test was experimentally verified at the Institute of Scientific Instruments, Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic. We also prepared other tests using a different type of substance to find the relation between the MRI and the macroscopic electric field intensity. As a matter of fact, it respects the classical Electrodynamics and Material Wave Theory (MWT). The experiments are intended for future applications in the field of health service. Department of Theoretical and Experimental Electrical Engineering Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Communication, Brno University of Technology Kolejní 4, 612 00 Brno CZECH REPUBLIC tel +420 54114 9510 e-mail fialap@feec.vutbr.cz www.feec.vutbr.cz/UTEE 2 Institute of Scientific Instruments, Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic, Královopolská 147, 612 64 Brno, Czech Republic bar@isibrno.cz, http://www.feec.vutbr.cz/UTEE, http://www.isibrno.cz
The Factor Structure of Polish Personality–Descriptive Adjectives: An Alternative Psycho–lexical Study

The results of the Polish psycho–lexical study have been included in nearly all comparisons aimed at finding dimensions common to various cultures and languages. Because of the ambiguity concerning the interpretation of some factors and because of a number of methodological shortcomings, it was decided that another lexical study of the Polish language should be carried out. The alternative study was based on more extensive lexical material and involved a sample covering the full age range. The analyses used 547 personality–descriptive adjectives and self–ratings from 624 respondents aged from 16 to 80 years (mean age = 38.0 years). In a six–factor solution, the obtained structure was typical for many languages: Agreeableness, Extraversion, Conscientiousness, Emotional Stability, Honesty and Intellect. The result of factor analysis depended on neither the type of factoring nor the type of rotation applied. The results of the study were discussed in relation to cross–language studies and to previous studies of the structure of Polish personality–descriptive lexicon. Copyright © 2013 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Applicability of Impact Evaluation to Cohesion Policy 1 Report Working Paper of

3 Introduction . 3 Shifting the EU Evaluation Paradigm . 4 Defining Impact Evaluation: What it Can and Cannot Answer . 5 Impact Evaluation Designs and Techniques . 6 Experimental Designs. 8 Quasi-Experimental Designs. 11 Qualitative Methods . 16 Making Impact Evaluation Explicit, Relevant, and Useful for Stakeholders . 19 Institutionalising Impact Evaluation for post-2013. 21 Conclusion. 22 References . 24 Appendices . 29
A ToxR-dependent role for the putative phosphoporin VCA 1008 in bile salt resistance in Vibrio cholerae

The putative phosphoporin encoded by vca1008 of Vibrio cholerae O1 is expressed in vivo during infection and is essential for the intestinal colonization of infant mice. In vitro, its expression is induced under inorganic phosphate (Pi) limitation in a PhoB/R-dependent manner. In this work we demonstrated that VCA1008 has a strain-specific role in the physiology and pathogenicity of V. cholerae O1. Disruption of vca1008 led to a growth defect, an inability to colonize and a high susceptibility to sodium deoxycholate (DOC; the major bile compound) in the El Tor biotype strain N16961, but did not affect the classical strain O395 in the same way. Furthermore, vca1008 promoter activity was higher in N16961 cells grown under a low Pi supply in the presence of DOC than in the absence of the detergent. In the Pi-limited cells, vca1008 was positively regulated by PhoB, but when DOC was added to the medium, it negatively affected the PhoB-mediated activation of the gene, and enhanced vca1008 expression in a ToxR-dependent manner. These findings reveal for the first time a complex strain-specific interplay between ToxR and PhoB/R systems to control porin genes, as well as the influence of DOC on the expression of PhoBand ToxR-regulated genes and pathogenesis in pandemic strains of V. cholerae.