Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Dynamic role assignment in Software-Defined Wireless Networks

Software-defined networking paradigms have found their way into wireless edge networks, allowing network slicing, mobility management, and resource allocation. This paper presents dynamic role assignment as a novel approach to software-defined network topology management for wireless edge devices, such as laptops, tablets and smartphones. It combines the centralized control of wireless Network Interface Controller (NIC) modes with Network Function Virtualization (NFV) to integrate network topology transitions as well as network service and application service placement within a single mechanism. Our proposal is evaluated with respect to latency, bandwidth, and power consumption of the edge nodes. The experimental results show significant differences in both bandwidth (up to 18%) and power consumption (up to 15%) for playing different roles, and when using (a) a web proxy and (b) an intrusion prevention system as examples of application services.
Les territoires du Forum social mondial de Tunis

Bien qu’elle n’ait pas vu s’operer la fusion des divers mouvements sociaux en une meme multitude, l’edition tunisienne du Forum Social Mondial (FSM) de mars 2013 permit a la communaute altermondialiste d’occuper un certain nombre de territoires tant materiels (fragments d’espaces publics) qu’immateriels (fragments d’espaces digitaux). Pour les participants, la frequentation conjointe de ces territoires permit une certaine forme de ressourcement, de renouvellement des energies, de reconfort et d’encouragement mutuels (Ermunterung). En demultipliant les formes d’association affective avec le FSM, les nouvelles technologies de l’information et de la communication jouerent un role important dans les processus de territorialisation et d’Ermunterung de la communaute altermondialiste.
Arrangements and rules of distribution of burdens and duties: the case of household chores

Two studies explored the arrangements and rules which are used in the division of household tasks and their frequencies of use with different kinds of tasks. In addition, the studies analysed justice evaluations of the arrangements and rules and the covariation of justice ratings with different kinds of tasks, gender, and relative size of raters' own contributions to the household labour. Data were obtained from two different types of household systems: households of students sharing flats and family households with adolescent children. Eight different arrangements and rules were distinguished. The frequencies of use differed significantly and were influenced by considerations of practicability, usefulness and efficiency. The justice ratings were guided by the ideal of an equal allocation of labour and additionally shaped by functional considerations of applicability and usefulness, and self-serving tendencies.
A System for Automatic Construction of Exam Timetable Using Genetic Algorithms

Resumo. A complexidade do problema dos calendarios de exames justifica-se pela dimensao do escalonamento de exames e pelo elevado numero de restricoes e criterios de atribuicao. Este artigo apresenta um metodo de solucao para o problema da construcao automatica dos calendarios de exames. Entre varios modelos matematicos de representacao, a opcao final foi por um modelo matricial, que e justificado pelas vantagens que este modelo apresenta quando utilizado no algoritmo de solucao. O metodo de solucao consiste numa metaheuristica que inclui um algoritmo genetico. O modelo e direcionado para a construcao de calendarios de exames em instituicoes de ensino superior. Os resultados alcancados em reais e complexos cenarios sao satisfatorios; os calendarios de exames cumprem as regulamentacoes impostas. Concluimos que, quando o algoritmo nao determina uma solucao, sem penalizacao, e porque essa solucao nao existe. Palavras-chave: Escalonamento, Problemas de horarios, Calendarios de exames, Algoritmos geneticos.
Data Mining on DNA Sequences of Hepatitis B Virus

Extraction of meaningful information from large experimental data sets is a key element in bioinformatics research. One of the challenges is to identify genomic markers in Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) that are associated with HCC (liver cancer) development by comparing the complete genomic sequences of HBV among patients with HCC and those without HCC. In this study, a data mining framework, which includes molecular evolution analysis, clustering, feature selection, classifier learning, and classification, is introduced. Our research group has collected HBV DNA sequences, either genotype B or C, from over 200 patients specifically for this project. In the molecular evolution analysis and clustering, three subgroups have been identified in genotype C and a clustering method has been developed to separate the subgroups. In the feature selection process, potential markers are selected based on Information Gain for further classifier learning. Then, meaningful rules are learned by our algorithm called the Rule Learning, which is based on Evolutionary Algorithm. Also, a new classification method by Nonlinear Integral has been developed. Good performance of this method comes from the use of the fuzzy measure and the relevant nonlinear integral. The nonadditivity of the fuzzy measure reflects the importance of the feature attributes as well as their interactions. These two classifiers give explicit information on the importance of the individual mutated sites and their interactions toward the classification (potential causes of liver cancer in our case). A thorough comparison study of these two methods with existing methods is detailed. For genotype B, genotype C subgroups C1, C2, and C3, important mutation markers (sites) have been found, respectively. These two classification methods have been applied to classify never-seen-before examples for validation. The results show that the classification methods have more than 70 percent accuracy and 80 percent sensitivity for most data sets, which are considered high as an initial scanning method for liver cancer diagnosis.
The end of the Work- Life Balance era? Expatriates perspective

Having a balanced life seems to be of a particular complexity and rather hard to achieve for all business people, in particular it has been considered difficult to reach for expatriates. This study describes how female and male expatriates approach work- life balance (WLB) issues and why, as well as where they see the key success factors on their international assignments. The data were obtained from 20 in depth interviews conducted on Singapore- and Dubai- based expats, age 23-54 across 13 nations. The research reveals that the approach to WLB changes with age, position and can be even industry as well as gender specific. Hence, female interviewees in an overwhelming majority disapprove of the WLB concept, while male expats value this equilibrium highly, although they appear to have a different perception of it. That attitude itself has a significant impact on work- life conflicts and job satisfaction levels. Furthermore, the findings indicate that female expats value cultural intuition and making friends locally at the same level as professionalism, whereas the male counterparts identified fast adaptability, tolerance for ambiguity and openness to change as the most important to their success. Next, expatriates working for banks or consulting firms have fully different attitudes and expectations when it comes to WLB, compared to the colleagues performing governmental or hospitality jobs. Lastly, from my interviews it can be concluded that the more experienced the expatriate is the more value in WLB they see, sometimes because of regrets and burnout, but also because of the high social status reached and feeling of accomplishment. This paper aims to expand the knowledge of expatriates and their attitudes in the globalized market place.
Policy options for responding to the growing challenge from obesity: Cyprus national findings

A multifaceted public health policy approach is required for reversing the current obesity epidemic. The Policy Options for Responding to the Growing Challenge of Obesity Research Project aimed to explore the consistency and/or variability of the perspectives of key stakeholders towards a range of different options to respond to the growing challenge of obesity among nine participating European member states. The multi‐criteria mapping technique was used. Cyprus national data, when analysed in the public health and public policy context of Cyprus, collectively indicate that no single policy option appears to be unique in combating obesity, but rather need to be combined with other policy options. Specifically, measures are needed to improve levels of knowledge and understanding regarding food, diet, health and fitness beginning from early childhood with health professionals having an important role in this regard. These measures should be coupled with informational initiatives emphasizing the improvement of nutritional information labelling system, and the control of food and drink advertising. There was also a consensus regarding the need for modifying the supply of and demand for foodstuffs, but not via economic instruments. Practical feasibility, social acceptability, efficacy and social benefits but not the economic costs of the options were deemed the most important criteria for a successful implementation.
Combining dimensional and categorical representation of psychosis: the way forward for DSM-V and ICD-11?

Background There is good evidence that psychotic symptoms segregate into symptom dimensions. However, it is still unclear how these dimensions are associated with risk indicators and other clinical variables, and whether they have advantages over categorical diagnosis in clinical practice. We investigated symptom dimensions in a first-onset psychosis sample and examined their associations with risk indicators and clinical variables. We then examined the relationship of categorical diagnoses to the same variables. Method We recruited 536 patients as part of a population-based, incidence study of psychosis. Psychopathology was assessed using the Schedules for Clinical Assessment in Neuropsychiatry (SCAN). A principal axis factor analysis was performed on symptom scores. The relationship of dimension scores with risk indicators and with clinical variables was then examined employing regression analyses. Finally, regression models were compared to assess the contribution of dimensions versus diagnosis in explaining these variables. Results Factor analysis gave rise to a five-factor solution of manic, reality distortion, negative, depressive and disorganization symptom dimensions. The scores of identified dimensions were differentially associated with specific variables. The manic dimension had the highest number of significant associations; strong correlations were observed with shorter duration of untreated psychosis, acute mode of onset and compulsory admission. Adding dimensional scores to diagnostic categories significantly increased the amount of variability explained in predicting these variables; the reverse was also true but to a lesser extent. Conclusions Categorical and dimensional representations of psychosis are complementary. Using both appears to be a promising strategy in conceptualising psychotic illnesses.
Histological and Histochemical Characterization of the Mucosa of the Digestive Tract in Flower Fish (Pseudophoxınus antalyae)

The wall of the digestive tract is composed of the tunica mucosa, tunica muscularis and tunica serosa. Lamina‐submucosa separation or any glands were not observed in tunica mucosa. Goblet cells were determined to constitute a much larger reserve at digestive tract mucosa. Histochemical analysis of the intestine of flower fish (Pseudophoxinus antalyae) showed that gastrointestinal mucous content included sulphate‐esters and/or carboxylic [Alcian blue (AB) 0.06+], glycogene and/or oxidable dioles [periodic acid/Schiff+ (PAS+)], neutral or acid‐rich (PAS/AB pH 2.5+), sialic acid residues (KOH/PAS) and strong acid sulphated [Aldehyde fuchsin+ (AF+)] glycoproteins (GPs). Except these mucosubstances to lower densities, densely sulphate (AB pH 2.5+), O‐sulphate esters (AB pH 1+) strong and weak sulphated (AB 0.3 M+), GPs were also determined.
BILATERAL ASYMMETRIES IN FLEXIBILITY, STABILITY, POWER, STRENGTH, AND MUSCLE ENDURANCE ASSOCIATED WITH PREFERRED AND NONPREFERRED LEG

of Thesis Presented to the Graduate School of the University of Florida in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Master of Science in Exercise and Sport Sciences BILATERAL ASYMMETRIES IN FLEXIBILITY, STABILITY, POWER, STRENGTH, AND MUSCLE ENDURANCE ASSOCIATED WITH PREFERRED AND NONPREFERRED LEGS By Dennis Valdez May 2003 Chair: MaryBeth Horodyski Major Department: Exercise and Sport Sciences The uninjured limb is commonly used as a pre-injury model because of the assumption that the limbs are symmetrical. Unfortunately, this may not be true in all athletes. One-legged athletes (1LA) (e.g., jumpers/kickers) may develop bilateral asymmetries as a result of specific training. The purpose of this study was to determine whether asymmetries in flexibility, stability, power, strength, and muscular endurance existed in the preferred and nonpreferred legs of 1LA athletes. Five characteristics were measured in three groups of subjects: nonathletes (NAS) (n=8, age 21.0 + 1.2 y, height 170.1 + 6.9 cm, weight 68.5 + 13.1 kg); two-legged athletes (2LA) (n=8, age 20.8 + 1.3 y, height 169.9 + 8.6 cm, weight 66.3 + 10.0 kg), and one-legged athletes (n=8, age 20.3 + 1.4 y, height 179.7 + 11.0, weight 72.9 + 13.9 kg). Quadricep and hamstring flexibility were measured using an inclinometer during a passive prone knee-flexion test and a supine passive straight-leg raise, respectively. Stability was assessed by having subjects jump onto a forceplate and stand on one leg. One-legged hop distance (OLH)
Purchasing patterns of adults , adolescents and children in urban corner stores : Quantity , spending and nutritional characteristics

Objective—Corner stores, also known as bodegas, are prevalent in low-income urban areas and primarily stock high-energy foods and beverages. Little is known about individual-level purchases in these locations. The purpose of the present study was to assess corner store purchases (items, nutritional characteristics and amount spent) made by children, adolescents and adults in a lowincome urban environment. Design—Evaluation staff used 9238 intercept surveys to directly examine food and beverage purchases. Setting—Intercepts were collected at 192 corner stores in Philadelphia, PA, USA. Subjects—Participants were adult, adolescent and child corner store shoppers. Results—Among the 9238 intercept surveys, there were 20 244 items. On average, at each corner store visit, consumers purchased 2·2 (SD 2·1) items (1·3 (SD 2·0) foods and 0·9 (SD 0·9) beverages) that cost $US 2·74 (SD $US 3·52) and contained 2786·5 (SD 4454·2) kJ (666·0 (SD 1064·6) kcal). Whether the data were examined as a percentage of total items purchased or as a percentage of intercepts, the most common corner store purchases were beverages, chips, prepared food items, pastries and candy. Beverage purchases occurred during 65·9 % of intercepts and accounted for 39·2 % of all items. Regular soda was the most popular beverage purchase. Corner Corresponding author: Michelle R. Lent, Ph.D., tue41017@temple.edu, 215-707-8637. Conflict of interest: G.D. F. PhD served as a consultant to ConAgra Foods and Tate & Lyle during the time of this study. G.D. F. and S.V. V. are currently full-time employees of Weight Watchers. All other authors report no conflict of interest or financial disclosures. Authorship: M.R. L. , T.S. and H.G. L. analyzed data and wrote the manuscript. G.D. F. , S.V. V. , G.M. , L.C. , B.S., S.S. and J.W. -R. formulated the research question, designed the study and carried out the study. Ethics of human subject participation: The study was approved by the Temple University’s and the Philadelphia Department of Public Health’s Institutional Review Boards. Verbal consent was obtained and participation was anonymous. HHS Public Access Author manuscript Public Health Nutr. Author manuscript; available in PMC 2016 January 20. Published in final edited form as: Public Health Nutr. 2015 June ; 18(9): 1706–1712. doi:10.1017/S1368980014001670. A uhor M anscript
Cytomegalovirus gB genotype distribution differs in human immunodeficiency virus-infected patients and immunocompromised allograft recipients.

Cytomegalovirus isolates can be grouped into 4 gB and 2 gH genotypes. gB genotypes were studied in patients infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and in allograft transplantation recipients. In allograft recipients, the distribution of gB 1, -2, -3, and -4 in leukocytes and urine, respectively, was 36%, 21%, 43%, and 0% and 39%, 30%, 17%, and 13%. However, in leukocytes of HIV-infected patients with <100/microL CD4 cells, gB1 was found significantly less often than in allograft recipients (11% vs. 36%) but gB2 was more frequent (56% vs. 21%; P < .05). The decreased incidence of gBl and increased incidence of gB2 compared with allograft recipients was also seen in urine of HIV-infected patients and reflected the distribution seen in leukocytes. gB4 was found significantly more often (P < .05) in semen than in leukocytes of HIV-infected patients with < 100/microL CD4 cells. gB1-4 genotypes were similar in patients with < 100/microL CD4 cells with or without retinitis.
Using software product lines for runtime interoperability

Today, often small, heterogeneous systems have to cooperate in order to fulfill a certain task. Interoperability between these systems is needed for their collaboration. However, achieving this interoperability raises several problems. For example, embedded systems might induce a higher probability for a system failure due to constrained power supply. Nevertheless, interoperability must be guaranteed even in scenarios where embedded systems are used. To overcome this problem, we use services to abstract the functionality from the system which realizes it. We outline how services can be generated using software product line techniques to bridge the heterogeneity of cooperating systems. Additionally, we address runtime changes of already deployed services to overcome system failures. In this paper, we show the runtime adaption process of these changes which includes the following two points. First, we outline why feature-oriented programming is appropriate in such scenarios. Second, we describe the runtime adaption process of services with feature-oriented programming.
Gender, globalization and organization: exploring power, relations and intersections

Purpose – Current debates on neo‐liberal and universalistic globalization pay little attention to gender or to other marginalized groups, and fail to consider the complexity and diversity of the experiences of men and women in specific socio‐political contexts, especially those in the developing world. The paper challenges mainstream theories which present globalization and its associated forces as gender neutral. The main purpose of this paper is to advance theoretical debates on the gendered organizing dynamics of globalization.Design/methodology/approach – The paper draws on organization theory, gender and development studies literature, and feminist sociology, to advance critical understandings of contemporary debates of the intersecting qualities of globalization, transnational organizations and gender social divisions.Findings – The paper provides a critical synthesis of the complexity and interconnections between gender, organization and globalization. The paper identifies international development.
Influence of VO2 Nanoparticle Morphology on the Colorimetric Assay of H2O2 and Glucose

Nanozyme-based colorimetric sensors have received considerable attention due to their unique properties. The size, shape, and surface chemistry of these nanozymes could dramatically influence their sensing behaviors. Herein, a comparative study of VO2 nanoparticles with different morphologies (nanofibers, nanosheets, and nanorods) was conducted and applied to the sensitive colorimetric detection of H2O2 and glucose. The peroxidase-like activities and mechanisms of VO2 nanoparticles were analyzed. Among the VO2 nanoparticles, VO2 nanofibers exhibited the best peroxidase-like activity. Finally, a comparative quantitative detections of H2O2 and glucose were done on fiber, sheet, and rod nanoparticles. Under the optimal reaction conditions, the lower limit of detection (LOD) of the VO2 nanofibers, nanosheets, and nanorods for H2O2 are found to be 0.018, 0.266, and 0.41 mM, respectively. The VO2 nanofibers, nanosheets, and nanorods show the linear response for H2O2 from 0.025–10, 0.488–62.5, and 0.488–15.625 mM, respectively. The lower limit of detection (LOD) of the VO2 nanofibers, nanosheets, and nanorods for glucose are found to be 0.009, 0.348, and 0.437 mM, respectively. The VO2 nanofibers, nanosheets, and nanorods show the linear response for glucose from 0.01–10, 0.625–15, and 0.625–10 mM, respectively. The proposed work will contribute to the nanozyme-based colorimetric assay.
SynsetRank: Degree-adjusted Random Walk for Relation Identification

In relation extraction, a key process is to obtain good detectors that find relevant sentences describing the target relation. To minimize the necessity of labeled data for refining detectors, previous work successfully made use of BabelNet, a semantic graph structure expressing relationships between synsets, as side information or prior knowledge. The goal of this paper is to enhance the use of graph structure in the framework of random walk with a few adjustable parameters. Actually, a straightforward application of random walk degrades the performance even after parameter optimization. With the insight from this unsuccessful trial, we propose SynsetRank, which adjusts the initial probability so that high degree nodes influence the neighbors as strong as low degree nodes. In our experiment on 13 relations in the FB15K-237 dataset, SynsetRank significantly outperforms baselines and the plain random walk approach.
Robust Estimation of Shape-Constrained State Price Density Surfaces

Given a theoretical pricing model, an implied volatility can be extracted from an option’s market price. Given a set of options with the same maturity and a range of strike prices, it is possible to extract (an approximation to) the entire risk-neutral probability density without having to assume a theoretical pricing model. There are a variety of related methods to do this, but all are subject to certain problems, including the fact that the data never exist to allow full estimation of the tails. Some methods produce improper densities with negative portions. In this article, Ludwig introduces a neural network approach to extract risk-neutral densities from option prices, imposing only a small number of constraints, such as probabilities must be nonnegative and an option’s price must be above intrinsic value. The resulting densities are smooth and sensible, even for days that other approaches find extremely difficult to handle.