Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Transactive-Market-Based Operation of Distributed Electrical Energy Storage with Grid Constraints

In a transactive energy market, distributed energy resources (DERs) such as dispatchable distributed generators (DGs), electrical energy storages (EESs), distribution-scale load aggregators (LAs), and renewable energy sources (RESs) have to earn their share of supply or demand through a bidding process. In such a market, the distribution system operator (DSO) may optimally schedule these resources, first in a forward market, i.e., day-ahead, and in a real-time market later on, while maintaining a reliable and economic distribution grid. In this paper, an efficient day-ahead scheduling of these resources, in the presence of interaction with wholesale market at the locational marginal price (LMP), is studied. Due to inclusion of EES units with integer constraints, a detailed mixed integer linear programming (MILP) formulation that incorporates simplified DistFlow equations to account for grid constraints is proposed. Convex quadratic line and transformer apparent power flow constraints have been linearized using an outer approximation. The proposed model schedules DERs based on distribution locational marginal price (DLMP), which is obtained as the Lagrange multiplier of the real power balance constraint at each distribution bus while maintaining physical grid constraints such as line limits, transformer limits, and bus voltage magnitudes. Case studies are performed on a modified IEEE 13-bus system with high DER penetration. Simulation results show the validity and efficiency of the proposed model.
Vertical disparity, egocentric distance and stereoscopic depth constancy: a new interpretation

There has long been a problem concerning the presence in the visual cortex of binocularly activated cells that are selective for vertical stimulus disparities because it is generally believed that only horizontal disparities contribute to stereoscopic depth perception. The accepted view is that stereoscopic depth estimates are only relative to the fixation point and that independent information from an extraretinal source is needed to scale for absolute or egocentric distance. Recently, however, theoretical computations have shown that egocentric distance can be estimated directly from vertical disparities without recourse to extraretinal sources. There has been little impetus to follow up these computations with experimental observations, because the vertical disparities that normally occur between the images in the two eyes have always been regarded as being too small to be of significance for visual perception and because experiments have consistently shown that our conscious appreciation of egocentric distance is rather crude and unreliable. Nevertheless, the veridicality of stereoscopic depth constancy indicates that accurate distance information is available to the visual system and that the information about egocentric distance and horizontal disparity are processed together so as to continually recalibrate the horizontal disparity values for different absolute distances. Computations show that the recalibration can be based directly on vertical disparities without the need for any intervening estimates of absolute distance. This may partly explain the relative crudity of our conscious appreciation of egocentric distance. From published data it has been possible to calculate the magnitude of the vertical disparities that the human visual system must be able to discriminate in order for depth constancy to have the observed level of veridicality. From published data on the induced effect it has also been possible to calculate the threshold values for the detection of vertical disparities by the visual system. These threshold values are smaller than those needed to provide for the recalibration of the horizontal disparities in the interests of veridical depth constancy. An outline is given of the known properties of the binocularly activated cells in the striate cortex that are able to discriminate and assess the vertical disparities. Experiments are proposed that should validate, or otherwise, the concepts put forward in this paper.
Energy Efficient Counter Design Using Voltage Scaling on FPGA

In this work, we are using voltage scaling to make the counter design as an energy efficient design. The 74163 counter is a 4-bit fully synchronous counter that is available in both TTL and CMOS logic families. In addition to performing the counting function, it can be cleared or loaded in parallel. It has been observed that when different powers have been measured at different frequencies and different voltages in case of counter the significant power dissipation is in case clocks and IOs. Out of which in case of clock the maximum power dissipation is in range of 12.126W to 35.056W at which is in case of 1THz when measured at different voltage levels where as in case of IOs the maximum power dissipation is in range of 20.636W to 25.031W. Which is again in case of 1THz when measured at different voltage levels. There is not much significant change in case of signal and leakage power at different voltage levels. The maximum total power dissipation is in range of 33.887W to 67.986W at frequency of 1THz when operated at different voltages. Also there can be 94.45% to 99.61% reduction in total power dissipation if we operate on frequency of 1MHz instead of frequency of 1THz at different Voltage levels.
Low-Temperature Carbonate Concretions in the Martian Meteorite ALH84001: Evidence from Stable Isotopes and Mineralogy

The martian meteorite ALH84001 contains small, disk-shaped concretions of carbonate with concentric chemical and mineralogical zonation. Oxygen isotope compositions of these concretions, measured by ion microprobe, range from δ18O = +9.5 to +20.5‰. Most of the core of one concretion is homogeneous (16.7 ± 1.2‰) and over 5‰ higher in δ18O than a second concretion. Orthopyroxene that hosts the secondary carbonates is isotopically homogeneous (δ18O = 4.6 ± 1.2‰). Secondary SiO2 has δ18O = 20.4‰. Carbon isotope ratios measured from the core of one concretion average δ13C = 46 ± 8‰, consistent with formation on Mars. The isotopic variations and mineral compositions offer no evidence for high temperature (>650°C) carbonate precipitation and suggest non-equilibrium processes at low temperatures (<∼300°C).
A Chromium Terephthalate-Based Solid with Unusually Large Pore Volumes and Surface Area

We combined targeted chemistry and computational design to create a crystal structure for porous chromium terephthalate, MIL-101, withverylargeporesizes and surface area. Its zeotype cubic structure has a giant cell volume (∼702,000 cubic angstroms), a hierarchy of extra-large pore sizes (∼30 to 34 angstroms), and a Langmuir surface area for N2 of ∼5900 ± 300 square meters per gram. Beside the usual properties of porous compounds, this solid has potential as a nanomold for monodisperse nanomaterials, as illustrated here by the incorporation of Keggin polyanions within the cages.
Monoclonal antibodies to epithelium‐specific components of the human milk fat globule membrane: Production and reaction with cells in culture

Three hybridomas producing monoclonal antibodies (IgG), reacting with components of the human mammary milk fat globule have been isolated. When tested for binding to a wide range of human cell lines and strains, all three antibodies show negative reactions with fibroblasts, lymphoblastoid cells, and a large number of epithelial cell lines of non‐breast origin. Two of the antibodies (1.10.F3 and 3.14.A3) reacted with seven out of eight breast cancer lines tested, and with epithelial cells cultured from human milk. The other antibody (3.15.C3) reacted with only two of the breast cancer cell lines.
Anaerobic Dechlorinating Bacteria

Anaerobic dehalogenation is attracting great interest since it opens new research horizons based on the novel biochemical mechanisms identified in this field such as halorespiration, i.e. the utilization of halogenated compounds as electron acceptors. Moreover, anaerobic bacteria seem to be more efficient than their aerobic counterparts in removing halogen atoms from polyhalogenated compounds. Thus, anaerobic dehalogenation can be considered as a promising means for bioremediation treatments of persistently polluted environments. In this line, identification of pure strains capable of dehalogenation will give important information about the diversity of organisms implicated in this process and also fundamental explanations of the diverse biochemical mechanisms involved. In light of these considerations, we chose to focus this review on the physiological descriptions, dechlorination activities, phylogenetic diversity, and potential biotechnological applications of these pure anaerobic strains capable of dehalogenation.
Sharp bounds for decompositions of graphs into complete r-partite subgraphs

If G is a graph on n vertices and r 2 2, we let m,(G) denote the minimum number of complete multipartite subgraphs, with r or fewer parts, needed to partition the edge set, f(G). In determining m,(G), we may assume that no two vertices of G have the same neighbor set. For such reduced graphs G, w e prove that m,(G) 2 log,(n + r l)/r. Furthermore, for each k 2 0 and r 2 2, there is a unique reduced graph G = G(r, k) with m,(G) = k for which equality holds. We conclude with a short proof of the known eigenvalue bound m,(G) 2 max{n+(G), n-(G)/(r I)}, and show that equality holds if G = G(r, k).
Evaluation of the Aggregate Interference in Hospital ISM Band

Estimation of the aggregate interference is required in order to predict the performance of a wireless system in its working environment. Body Area Networks (BANs) for healthcare applications are becoming a reality, allowing patients to be monitored continuously without forcing them to stay in bed or in hospital. The increasing number of wireless medical devices makes the ISM (Industrial, Scientific and Medical) band particularly crowded. If new smart BANs have to correctly operate in hospital, coexistence with the existing wireless devices must be accurately investigated, starting with studying the interference in the operating frequency band. In this paper we propose an interference model based on real measurements carried out in the emergency ward of a modern city hospital. The measured data is used to model the probability density function of the aggregate interference as well as the occupancy of the channel.
Bacteraemia due to extended-spectrum beta-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli (ESBL-EC) in cancer patients: clinical features, risk factors, molecular epidemiology and outcome.

OBJECTIVES To assess the clinical features, risk factors, molecular epidemiology and outcome of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli (ESBL-EC) bacteraemia in hospitalized cancer patients. METHODS Episodes of ESBL-EC bacteraemia were compared with a susceptible control group in a 3 year prospective study. ESBL-EC strains were studied by PCR and isoelectric focusing, and molecular typing was performed by PFGE. RESULTS Out of 531 episodes of bacteraemia, 135 were caused by E. coli. Seventeen of these cases involved ESBL-EC-producing strains (12.6%). In the multivariate analysis, female gender [odds ratio (OR) 3.43; 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.03-11.4] and previous antibiotic therapy (OR 3.22; 95% CI 1.00-10.3) were found to be independent risk factors for ESBL acquisition. An analysis of ESBL-EC isolates revealed a polyclonal distribution with CTX-M predominance (59%). Patients with ESBL-EC bacteraemia were more likely to have received an inadequate empirical antibiotic therapy (65% versus 6%; P = 0.000), and the time to adequate therapy was longer in this group (0 versus 1.50 days; P = 0.000). The overall mortality rate was 22%, ranging from 20% to 35% (P = 0.20). Risk factors for mortality were solid tumour (OR 19.41; 95% CI 4.66-80.83), corticosteroid therapy (OR 3.04 95% CI 1.05-8.81) and intensive care unit admission (OR 248.24, 95% CI 18.49-3332.14). In neutropenic patients, ESBL-EC bacteraemia was associated with poorer outcome and a higher overall mortality rate (37.5% versus 6.5%; P = 0.01). CONCLUSIONS In our centre, ESBL-EC bacteraemia is frequent among cancer patients, especially in those exposed to antibiotic pressure. All ESBL-EC strains were unrelated and most of them carried a CTX-M group enzyme. Patients with ESBL-EC bacteraemia received inadequate empirical antibiotic therapy more frequently than patients carrying a susceptible strain, but significant differences in mortality could not be demonstrated.
On Feature Matching and Image Registration for Two‐dimensional Forward‐scan Sonar Imaging

The computer processing of forward‐look sonar video imagery enables significant capabilities in a wide variety of underwater operations within turbid environments. Accurate automated registration of sonar video images to complement measurements from traditional positioning devices can be instrumental in the detection, localization, and tracking of distinct scene targets, building feature maps, change detection, as well as improving precision in the positioning of unmanned submarines. This work offers a novel solution for the registration of two‐dimensional (2‐D) forward‐look sonar images recorded from a mobile platform, by optimization over the sonar 3‐D motion parameters. It incorporates the detection of key features and landmarks, and effectively represents them with Gaussian maps. Improved performance is demonstrated with respect to the state‐of‐the‐art approach utilizing 2‐D similarity transformation, based on experiments with real data.
Highly polymorphic microsatellite markers for Radix balthica (Linnaeus 1758)

We present data for eight polymorphic microsatellite markers isolated from a microsatellite‐enriched DNA library for the freshwater snail Radix balthica. Three of them were specific for R. balthica while five also amplified polymorphic products in two congeneric species. Test application on populations from all over the species range has shown that these loci are highly informative for analysing population structure and estimating migration rates. Observed deviations from Hardy–Weinberg equilibrium are attributed to a mixed mating system.
Pectin Modifications: A Review

In recent years, the interest in studying modification of pectin has increased. A number of hydroxyl and carboxyl groups distributed along the backbone as well as a certain amount of neutral sugars presented as side chains make pectin capable of preparing a broad spectrum of derivatives. By forming pectin derivatives, their properties may be modified and some other new functional properties may be created. This article attempts to review the information about various methods used for pectin modification, including substitution (alkylation, amidation, quaternization, thiolation, sulfation, oxidation, etc.), chain elongation (cross-linking and grafting) and depolymerization (chemical, physical, and enzymatic degradation). Characteristics and applications of some pectin derivatives are also presented. In addition, the safety and regulatory status of pectin and its derivatives were reviewed.
Endoprosthetic management of refractory ileocolonic anastomotic strictures after resection for Crohn's disease: Report of nine‐year follow‐up and review of the literature

Background: The role of endoluminal stenting in benign obstruction, especially for Crohn's disease (CD), is controversial, with limited data and widely disparate outcomes. The purpose of this study was to determine the long‐term efficacy and safety of this technology in the treatment of fibrostenotic CD and to review the existing literature on this topic. Methods: We undertook a retrospective review of all patients undergoing endoluminal stenting for CD strictures at our institution from 2001 to 2010. Outcome measures included technical success, clinical improvement, duration of stent and luminal patency, and need for re‐intervention. Results: Five patients underwent this procedure with a 100% rate of technical and an 80% rate of clinical success. Mean follow‐up was 28 months (range 3 weeks to 109 months) and mean long‐term luminal patency was 34.8 months (range 4.5–109 months). There was one complication involving reobstruction which required surgical intervention and no mortalities. Conclusions: Endoluminal stenting of CD strictures is a safe and effective alternative to surgery which can provide lasting benefit in select patients. Further studies are necessary to clarify the full impact of this technology on long‐term management of this complex disease. (Inflamm Bowel Dis 2012;)
Enhance the User Data Privacy for SAAS by Separation of Data

To many users, the data security in Software-as-a-service (SAAS) is troubling, especially the sensitive data security. In this paper, further separation of user data is adopted, allowing users choose another unrelated third-party to provide database services. And the all operations to the data in the database, such as adding, deleting, encryption, are all still directly executed by the relevant software. The simple user interface in this design allows users update the component code of database access through easy operation. That can avoid service providers or software developers to easily get the user's privacy data.
DNA Extraction from Soils: Old Bias for New Microbial Diversity Analysis Methods

ABSTRACT The impact of three different soil DNA extraction methods on bacterial diversity was evaluated using PCR-based 16S ribosomal DNA analysis. DNA extracted directly from three soils showing contrasting physicochemical properties was subjected to amplified ribosomal DNA restriction analysis and ribosomal intergenic spacer analysis (RISA). The obtained RISA patterns revealed clearly that both the phylotype abundance and the composition of the indigenous bacterial community are dependent on the DNA recovery method used. In addition, this effect was also shown in the context of an experimental study aiming to estimate the impact on soil biodiversity of the application of farmyard manure or sewage sludge onto a monoculture of maize for 15 years.
IMMUNIZATION WITH DIPHTHERIA TOXOID (ANATOXINE RAMON).

THE work reported in this paper has to do with two problems: namely, the dosage of diphtheria toxoid and the value of the Schick test in studies of active immunity against diphtheria. The dosage consisted of two injections of toxoid given subcutaneously with an interval of a month between injections. * The work of immunization was carried out on a group of girls ranging in age from 10 to 18 years. Before the administration of toxoid a Schick test was carried out on each individual and the antitoxic content of the blood serum of the majority was titrated for 1/50, 1/25 and 1/10 unit per c.c. by an animal method. Standard diluted toxin was used for the Schick test with diluted toxoid (1-_.20 dilution) as control. No heated toxin control was used. Previous work had shown that diluted toxoid is as effective as the heated control for determining pseudo reactors; in addition diluted toxoid serves to indicate those individuals who may react to a subcutaneous injection of toxoid. Tables I to IV give the results of Schick tests and blood sera titrations. The numbers under "Toxin" and "Control " indicate the approximate diameter in millimeters of the area of marked reaction, read on the third day after injection. Sometimes in addition to this area of marked reaction there is an outer zone less intense in color and more diffuse.
An update on the management of urinary tract infections in the era of antimicrobial resistance

ABSTRACT Urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by antibiotic-resistant Gram-negative bacteria are a growing concern due to limited therapeutic options. Gram-negative bacteria, specifically Enterobacteriaceae, are common causes of both community-acquired and hospital acquired UTIs. These organisms can acquire genes that encode for multiple antibiotic resistance mechanisms, including extended-spectrum-lactamases (ESBLs), AmpC- β -lactamase, and carbapenemases. The assessment of suspected UTI includes identification of characteristic symptoms or signs, urinalysis, dipstick or microscopic tests, and urine culture if indicated. UTIs are categorized according to location (upper versus lower urinary tract) and severity (uncomplicated versus complicated). Increasing rates of antibiotic resistance necessitate judicious use of antibiotics through the application of antimicrobial stewardship principles. Knowledge of the common causative pathogens of UTIs including local susceptibility patterns are essential in determining appropriate empiric therapy. The recommended first-line empiric therapies for acute uncomplicated bacterial cystitis in otherwise healthy adult nonpregnant females is a 5-day course of nitrofurantion or a 3-g single dose of fosfomycin tromethamine. Second-line options include fluoroquinolones and β-lactams, such as amoxicillin-clavulanate. Current treatment options for UTIs due to AmpC- β -lactamase-producing organisms include fosfomycin, nitrofurantion, fluoroquinolones, cefepime, piperacillin–tazobactam and carbapenems. In addition, treatment options for UTIs due to ESBLs–producing Enterobacteriaceae include nitrofurantion, fosfomycin, fluoroquinolones, cefoxitin, piperacillin-tazobactam, carbapenems, ceftazidime-avibactam, ceftolozane-tazobactam, and aminoglycosides. Based on identification and susceptibility results, alternatives to carbapenems may be used to treat mild-moderate UTIs caused by ESBL-producing Enterobacteriaceae. Ceftazidime-avibactam, colistin, polymixin B, fosfomycin, aztreonam, aminoglycosides, and tigecycline are treatment options for UTIs caused by carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE). Treatment options for UTIs caused by multidrug resistant (MDR)-Pseudomonas spp. include fluoroquinolones, ceftazidime, cefepime, piperacillin-tazobactam, carbapenems, aminoglycosides, colistin, ceftazidime-avibactam, and ceftolozane-tazobactam. The use of fluoroquinolones for empiric treatment of UTIs should be restricted due to increased rates of resistance. Aminoglycosides, colistin, and tigecycline are considered alternatives in the setting of MDR Gram-negative infections in patients with limited therapeutic options.