Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Managing Change in the Recording Industry : response measures to the impact of downloading

Since 2001 the recording industry has lost a third of its total sales and the future of music consumption is almost daily debated in media. On one side there are voices proclaiming free downloading and music sharing over the Internet and on the other side there are artists and record companies explaining that they need the revenues to survive. A currently delayed law proposal to illegalise unauthorized downloading, planned to be implemented from July 2005, is being considered by the Parliament. The future outcome is uncertain, but the music industry is currently and unquestionably experiencing big change.The purpose and intention with this thesis is to examine how major record companies in Sweden are managing the environmental change, imposed by downloading over the Internet, focusing on strategic choices, actions and organizational change implemented by subsidiary level top management.We have used previous research and theories within the area of strategy and change management as a platform for analyzing what approach these companies have to this phenomenon and also what measures have been implemented since the problem was first recognized. In Stockholm we met with representatives from the three largest record companies in Sweden; EMI Sweden, Universal Music and Sony BMG. Our data was collected from these interviews, which were based on our questions referring to different parts of the management process when experiencing big change.One conclusion we have drawn is that the reaction from the recording industry has been too slow in order to fully capitalize on the possibilities in music distribution over the Internet. The reasons for this are many, but their relatively static structure and the fact that they have been caught up in old patterns are certainly part of the explanation. However, even though the record companies were somewhat slow from the beginning, they have now caught up substantially and since many of the measures suggested by previous research have been implemented, they are now to a larger extent equipped to meet the future needs. This thesis contains more specific elements on what responses to downloading the record companies are currently working with, such as restaffing procedures, rethinking the operational environment and reshaping strategies.
Effect of Fire on Carrying Capacity of Concrete Columns Confinement with Multi-Layers of CFRP

FRP reinforced polymers are widely accepted for use in civil engineering applications to strengthen constructions and application of confinement on the concrete columns, thereby increasing their ductility and increasing their carrying capacity as these materials are characterized by high tensile strength, high strength-to-weight ratio and high corrosion resistance of FRP composites, etc. In addition, the exposure of reinforced concrete structures to fire is one of the most dangers challenges that lead to great destruction and failure the structural in addition to loss of life. With the development of computer simulation theories to study the behavior of elements and structures under the influence of different loads (static, dynamic, thermal, etc.), it is possible to study the behavior of concrete columns under the influence of axial vertical and non-axial structural loads, and compare the results with previous research, thus saving time, effort and cost instead Of laboratory testing. Strengthening concrete columns with fiber-reinforced polymers (FRP) has been studied extensively, but the majority of published studies have focused on circular columns. Most concrete columns in the field have square or rectangular cross sections and resist eccentric loading as well. The objective of this study is to investigate the performance of square reinforced concrete (RC) columns, wrapped with carbon FRP subjected to fire so, in this paper, an analytical study was conducted using the ANSYS Workbench program, which follows the finite element method, to determine the effect of layers number of CFRP on carrying capacity of concrete columns and to know the effect of external standard fire on confined concrete columns with CFRP. The numerical results were compared with experimental results as far as possible, and revealed the accuracy of the analytical models, when compared to the experimental studies. The results shown that with increase the layer number of CFRP, the carrying capacity of concrete columns will increase, no benefit with increase the number of CFRP more than 4 layers where polymers materials are sensitive to fire so that it needs to insulation.
An in-silico study of cartilage tissue engineering and its primary developmental growth factors in a systems biology approach

Background Numerous growth factors work in consonance to regulate the development and homeostasis of engineered cartilage. In order to fabricate mature cartilages provided to implantation, developing biological processes should be known and employed. In this regard, a systems biology study could be considered as an inexpensive evaluation method. In this work, a systems biology study was performed on 11 protein-coding genes participating in cartilage development. Results Developing a protein-protein interaction (PPI) network resulted in a graph with 11 nodes and 28 edges. Additionally, a gene ontology (GO) analysis and a centrality analysis were performed based on the degree index. Four most crucial biological processes involved in cartilage engineering identified by the gene ontology analysis: cartilage development, cartilage condensation, regulation of cartilage development, and cartilage development involved in endochondral bone morphogenesis. Also, seven most interactive proteins were detected performing a degree-based centrality analysis: COL2A1, SOX9, CTGF, BMP7, TGFB1, CD44, and MAPK14. Conclusion Cartilage developmental proteins are efficient in forming and developing extracellular matrix and cartilage development, from its formation to the mature structure. However, this in-silico study recommends four most important developmental growth factors applicable to cartilage tissue engineering: COL2A1, SOX9, CTGF, and TGFB1.
The Team-Building Workshop: A Trainer's Guide

Of all the challenges faced by organizations today, team-building ranks as one of the biggest--and most critical. With organizations increasingly dependent on high-performance teams for virtually every imaginable activity, teamwork has become a major business strategy--and getting teams to work an absolute necessity. The Team-Building Workshop was written specifically to help readers design and lead a two-day team-building workshop that achieves measurable results. Using the six-step team-building process and wealth of ready-to-use training materials, readers will be able to: * Recognize when team building is the right solution * Generate true commitment to team building * Handle resistance to team building * Accurately assess the team's needs * Cure dysfunctional teams, resolve team conflict, and rebuild team trust * Use team building to improve productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Cold-pressing technology

I. Fundamentals of Cold-Forming. The main materials employed in forming parts by cold-pressing. The behaviour of metals and alloys under deformation. Fundamentals of the theory of plasticity. Classification of the operations and equipment of cold-forming. II. Cutting Operations. Cropping by shears. Punching. III. Cold-Stamping. Bending. Cup-drawing. Fashioning of sheet-metal components. Processing of components by volumetric cold-forming. The main materials employed in the construction of cold-forming devices. IV. The Design, Mechanization and Automation of Cold-Forming Technologies. The design of cold-forming technologies. Selection of the press and adjustment of the technological process. Mechanization and automation of cold-forming technologies. Personnel safety and the organization of the working site in cold-pressing workshops. Appendices. References. Subject Index.
Challenges Faced by Aids Orphans in Zimbabwe: A Case Study of Aids in Nkayi District

Out of a population of about 13 million Zimbabweans, over a million children are orphaned because of AIDS (UNICEF, 2005). This figure is not showing any signs of retreating. The harsh social, economic and political environment has left orphans vulnerable to abuse and helpless (Hamilton, 2012). These orphans find themselves living in an environment where there are no robust health policies and social welfare programs. The challenges faced by HIV/AIDS orphans include failure to afford school fees, food, decent accommodation, inaccessibility of health care facilities and all other forms of child abuse (Pebble, 2010). According to Chikoko (2009), it is still rare in Africa and Zimbabwe in particular, for orphaned children to be fostered or adopted by non-relatives. Elderly grandparents, however, are increasingly bearing the burden of caring for large numbers of orphaned grandchildren with little or no support from members of the extended families or other sections of the community.
Fraud and incompetence: Accounting in the Papal States (1831–1859)

The Papal States was a longstanding nation ruled by the Pope, the Head of the Roman Catholic Church. Its accountants included priests and laymen who were employed as bureaucrats. Despite an expectation that the finances would be carefully managed, this research from the mid-nineteenth century shows that incompetence and fraud dogged the Papal States’ latter years, contributing to it losing most of its territory in the Second War of Italian Independence from 1859, and its final demise in 1870. This prosopography of three men who held high bureaucratic positions, analyses their approach to accounting in the Papal States. It shows that waste and deficient accounting arose from individuals undertaking fraud and from organisational (and individual) incompetence. In doing so, it elucidates how the Papal States could be a ‘vehicle for fraud’, and in particular, how it was used as a shield to enable both fraud and incompetence to go unpunished.
Identification of key genes and pathways associated with cholangiocarcinoma development based on weighted gene correlation network analysis

Background As the most frequently occurred tumor in biliary tract, cholangiocarcinoma (CCA) is mainly characterized by its late diagnosis and poor outcome. It is therefore urgent to identify specific genes and pathways associated with its progression and prognosis. Materials and Methods The differentially expressed genes in The Cancer Genome Atlas were analyzed to build the co-expression network by Weighted gene co-expression network analysis (WGCNA). Gene ontology (GO) as well as Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) analysis were conducted for the selected genes. Module–clinical trait relationships were analyzed to explore the association with clinicopathological parameters. Log-rank tests and cox regression were used to identify the prognosis-related genes. Results The most related modules with CCA development were tan module containing 181 genes and salmon module with 148 genes. GO analysis suggested enrichment terms of digestion, hormone transport and secretion, epithelial cell proliferation, signal release, fibroblast activation, response to acid chemical, wnt, Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate metabolism. KEGG analysis demonstrated 15 significantly altered pathways including glutathione metabolism, wnt, central carbon metabolism, mTOR, pancreatic secretion, protein digestion, axon guidance, retinol metabolism, insulin secretion, salivary secretion, fat digestion. Key genes of SOX2, KIT, PRSS56, WNT9A, SLC4A4, PRRG4, PANX2, PIR, RASSF8, MFSD4A, INS, RNF39, IL1R2, CST1, and PPP3CA might be potential prognostic markers for CCA, of which RNF39 and PRSS56 also showed significant correlation with clinical stage. Discussion Differentially expressed genes and key modules contributing to CCA development were identified by WGCNA. Our results offer novel insights into the characteristics in the etiology, prognosis, and treatment of CCA.
Digital Simulations as Approximations of Practice: Preparing Preservice Teachers to Facilitate Whole-Group Discussions of Controversial Issues

The public schoolhouse is one of the few remaining public spaces in which citizens may routinely gather to discuss controversial issues. Furthermore, it is social studies classrooms and teachers, in particular, that bear the moral imperative to ensure such civic discourse takes place. Nevertheless, many social studies teachers refrain from centering such discussions in their classrooms, often for fear of reprisal should these discussions go awry. It thus falls to social studies teacher educators to rethink how we prepare future teachers. This paper reports on a study that incorporated digital simulations of controversial issues into three preservice social studies teacher preparation methods courses to help develop high-leverage practices associated with leading whole-group discussions. Case study analysis suggests participants developed greater fluency with the teacher moves they practiced in the simulation. Accordingly, participants’ developed greater confidence with and perceived importance of facilitating discussions of controversial issues in their future classrooms. Implications and directions for future research are discussed.
Application of Learning Theories in Online Instructional Environments and Materials: A Study for Developing a Set of Criteria

Bu calisma, cevrimici ogretim ortamlarinin ve materyallerinin ogrenme kuramlari perspektifinden incelenmesini ya da olusturulmasini olanakli kilacak, uzerinde uzlasilmis bir olcutler takimi olusturmak uzere gerceklestirilmistir. Bir ogretim tasarim surecinin, planlanmasindan uygulanip gelistirilmesine kadar gecen tum asamalarinda ogrenme kuramlarinin rehberligine gereksinim oldugu anlayisiyla gerceklestirilen calismada; oncelikle davranisci, bilissel ve yapilandirmaci ogrenme kuramlarinin ogrenmeye iliskin aciklamalari incelenmistir. Daha sonra, bu aciklamalarin ogretim ortam ya da materyallerinde nasil karsilik bulacagi, ogretimsel uygulamalar turunden belirlenmeye calisilmistir. Uzman gorusleri dogrultusunda gozden gecirilen bu ilk ifadeler, 5’li likert tipinde bir olcek formunda duzenlenmistir. Olcek yeniden uzman gorusune sunulmus ve alinan gorusler dogrultusunda duzenlenmistir. 70 maddeden olusan yeni form kullanilarak; EBA(Egitim Bilisim Agi)’dan herkese acik 6 farkli ogretim materyali incelenmistir. 3 degerlendirici tarafindan gerceklestirilen inceleme 4 arastirmacinin da katilimiyla gozden gecirilmis ve 10 madde olcekten cikarilmistir. 60 maddelik olcek uzerinden degerlendiriciler arasi uyum duzeyleri hesaplanmistir. Kabul edilebilir uyum duzeyleri belirlenen 60 maddelik olcek, 26 kisilik bir uzman grubun gorusune sunularak kapsam gecerlik indeksleri hesaplanmistir. Olcegin alt boyutlarina gore kapsam gecerlik indeksleri; kurama uygunluk acisindan davraniscilikta 0.78 (p<.05), bilissel anlayista 0.87 (p<.05) ve yapilandirmacilikta 0.85 (p<.05)’tir. Bu son inceleme ile 60 maddelik bir olcutler takimina erisilmistir.
A Web 2.0 Platform for Experimental Research into Day-to-Day Route Choice Behavior in Advanced Traveler Information Systems

This paper describes the architecture and uses of a web 2.0 platform for studying drivers’ day-to-day route choice behavior. In the study, the heterogeneity of drivers’ temporal decision-making frequencies in relation to a specific information provision framework is a particular focus. The platform was designed to be flexible, scalable, inexpensive and suitable for the realistic experimental testing of drivers’ route choice decisions using Web 2.0 tools. With this interactive and distributed Internet-based simulation environment, insight is sought into the interaction between trip-makers, network traffic dynamics and information provision in Advanced Traveler Information Systems (ATIS). This study provides a framework and tools for evaluating the benefits of information and communication technologies. It also describes web-based experiments that test the impact of historical pre-trip information on the day-to-day dynamics of transportation systems and the lessons to be learned from previous experiments in two-route choice scenarios.
FURTHER INVESTIGATION OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF WARNING DEVICES AT RAIL-HIGHWAY GRADE CROSSINGS

The main objective of the study was to analyze the national inventory of the U.S. Department of Transportation-Association of American Railroads and the accident files of the Federal Railroad Administration to develop measures of effectiveness for the following rail-highway grade-crossing upgrade stratifications: (a) passive systems to flashing lights on single track, (b) passive systems to gates on single and multiple track, and (c) flashing lights to gates on single and multiple track. Other objectives included determining the influence of crossing angle, train speed ratio, and train speed difference on the effectiveness of warning devices. Overall results confirmed effectiveness values developed previously (but with smaller data bases) for upgrades from passive systems to flashing lights (69 percent) and from passive systems to gates (84 percent). The only marked change from previous studies occurred in the flashing-lights-to-gates category; the effectiveness value determined in this study (72 percent) was higher than values obtained in previous work. Upgrades of warn- ing devices on single track had higher effectiveness values than those on multiple tracks. Variation in train speeds at grade crossings, as measured by the speed-ratio and speed-difference concepts, had no apparent influence on the effectiveness of warning devices. Additional detailed conclusions as well as recommendations for further study are also included in the paper.
International Civil Aviation Organization

The first full-length session of the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization since the seventh session of the Assembly opened in Montreal on October 7, 1953. Members and chairmen of the Council's subsidiary organs were appointed by the Council upon the nomination of ICAO members: Walter Binaghi (Argentina) was reappointed chairman of the Air Navigation Commission; Enrique Loaeza (Mexico) was appointed chairman of the Air Transport Committee; and Joaquim de Brito Subtil (Portugal) chairman of the Committee on Joint Support of Air Navigation Services.
Process Innovation Methods on Business Process Reengineering

Paper Setup must be Software engineering is the approach of a disciplined and systematic approach to the event, performance, re-organizing and maintenance of software. Re-organizing the work process is considered as Re-engineering. The organizations are these days looking for new administration approaches so as to expand their opposition identified with quick changes and mechanical advancements. In response to associate more and more competitive setting the ability to adapt to dynamical market desires and develop innovative processes is important for organizations. The important key behind this evolution is the improvement in the globalization of business, technologies and the expectations of the client. BPR changes the strategies of method organizations, the roles of the practitioners, the structure and order of method levels. One of the current innovations in engineering is BPR (Business Process Reengineering). To optimize the process and the productivity of a corporation BPR represents the quick and radical arrange of strategic, policies and structure. BPR is often pursued to enhance processes, increase productivity, improves service and supply a competitive advantage. To achieve the business objectives business process reengineering supports organizations to elevate their internal functions. Organizational processes can be known, analyzed and improved by developing the different methodologies and applied to the reengineering process
Gust Alleviation Using Direct Gust Measurement

6IntroductionProblem Definition2.1 System 2.2 Observer 3688Computational Performance Requirements 285.1 Minimization of accelerations 285.2 Minimization of jerkiness 295.3 Possible limitations 30Implementation with Matlab/Simulink 316.1 Dryden model of gust 326.2 Airplane state space model 326.3 Controller 326.3. 1 Minimization of accelerations 336.3. 2 Minimization of jerkiness 356.3. 3 Bounds of the controller output 376.3. 4 Performance indices by means of H-infinity . 406.4 Evaluation module 436.5 M-files 45Minimization of Jerkiness 224.1 Transformation of the problem to the previous case . 244.2 Necessary assumptions 26Minimization of Accelerations 103.1 Derivation of the optimal control law 123.2 Necessary assumptions 17
The mutational landscape of quinolone resistance in Escherichia coli

The evolution of antibiotic resistance is influenced by a variety of factors, including the availability of resistance mutations, and the pleiotropic effects of such mutations. Here, we isolate and characterize chromosomal quinolone resistance mutations in E. coli, in order to gain a systematic understanding of the rate and consequences of resistance to this important class of drugs. We isolated over fifty spontaneous resistance mutants on nalidixic acid, ciprofloxacin, and levofloxacin. This set of mutants includes known resistance mutations in gyrA, gyrB, and marR, as well as two novel gyrB mutations. We find that, for most mutations, resistance tends to be higher to nalidixic acid than relative to the other two drugs. Resistance mutations had deleterious impacts on one or more growth parameters, suggesting that quinolone resistance mutations are generally costly. Our findings suggest that the prevalence of specific gyrA alleles amongst clinical isolates are driven by high levels of resistance, at no more cost than other resistance alleles.