Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Experimental evidence for the use of ultrasound to increase tumor-cell radiosensitivity

One of the most promising applications of ultrasound (US), and in particular of high intensity focused US (HIFU), exploits its capability to increase the sensitivity of cells and tissues to ionizing radiation. We will discuss the different mechanism hypothesized both for normal and cancerous tissues. To give the reader a more general perspective, we describe in some detail the “classical” mechanism underling the radiosensitization, independently of the technical methodology adopted. In this context, we will mention the competitive devices, based on electromagnetic waves, which are also able to increase tissue sensitivity and which are already present in the radiotherapy (RT) world. Then we will concentrate on US as the radiation producing the sensitivity increase. Two main aspects will be treated: thermal and non-thermal effects, in particular in association with microbubbles and nanotechnologies.
A novel pathway for VLDL assembly in the mouse liver

LDL is thought to be endocytosed and completely degraded by peripheral cells and the liver. Using primary mouse hepatocytes, mouse liver perfusion and intravenous LDL-injection in mice, it is shown that endocytosed, LDL-derived apoB100 is only partly degraded. The internalised apoB100 is targeted to an intracellular compartment, presumably TGN/recycling endosomes, where it is lipidated and secreted in the form of VLDL and, to a lesser degree, as IDL. These data prove that LDL-derived apoB100 can be reuitilised to assemble VLDL. The process of recycling of apoB100 has never been shown before and represents a novel pathway of VLDL assembly, which is independent of de novo VLDL synthesis.
Numerical assessment and validation of a swelling rock model

In this research project, an assessment and validation of a swelling rock model (Benz, 2012), which is applicable to anhydrite swelling rock, was carried out through the Soil Test Facility of PLAXIS2D Finite Element Software. The validation process was conducted through the simulation of different element tests including stress-controlled oedometer test, and strain-controlled uniaxial compression test. A sensitivity analysis and parameter variations were carried out within the aforementioned tests. The obtained results and recommendations from this study can be used for conducting a case study of tunnelling within swelling rock. This will help to give a better understanding of swelling deformation occurrence around an excavation leading to a better tunnel support design. Furthermore, the way by which the swelling rock model parameters should be dealt with for a practical application is provided.
Distributed Control for Multiagent Consensus Motions with Nonuniform Time Delays

This paper solves control problems of agents achieving consensus motions in presence of nonuniform time delays by obtaining the maximal tolerable delay value. Two types of consensus motions are considered: the rectilinear motion and the rotational motion. Unlike former results, this paper has remarkably reduced conservativeness of the consensus conditions provided in such form: for each system, if all the nonuniform time delays are bounded by the maximal tolerable delay value which is referred to as “delay margin,” the system will achieve consensus motion; otherwise, if all the delays exceed the delay margin, the system will be unstable. When discussing the system which is intended to achieve rotational consensus motion, an expanded system whose state variables are real numbers (those of the original system are complex numbers) is introduced, and corresponding consensus condition is given also in the form of delay margin. Numerical examples are provided to illustrate the results.
Profiling Mobile English Language Learners.

University of Oregon rdiem@uoregon.edu The purpose of this study was to use an appembedded survey to profile language learner demographics. A total of 3,759 efl language learners from primarily eight l1 backgrounds (French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish and Thai) responded to the survey embedded within a popular English grammar app. This app has over 500,000 downloads and over 100,000 active users. The results, significantly, showed respondents self-assessed their ability, overwhelmingly, as beginner or elementary. The data also highlighted differences in user segment size according to gender, age, and l1, as well as more nuanced patterns influenced by possible culture and gender roles. Finally, the survey data pointed towards likely areas of future demographic mobile assisted language learning (mall) growth. While presently there is very little concrete research on autonomous mobile language learning, due to the difficulty of gathering language app data from learners not tethered to a classroom or instructor, it is hoped that this research will provide a methodological foundation for more in-depth research into learner habits and preferences.
EXPERIENCE USING MULTIMEDIA BOARDS FOR VISUALIZATION, CONDUCTING PEDAGOGICAL DISCUSSIONS, DEVELOPING INTERACTIVE EXERCISES FOR PRIMARY SCHOOL

This article is concerning foremost studying the experience of different educators in developed and rapidly developing countries using multimedia boards for visualization science and mathematics, conducting teachers` and students` teaching discussions, develop of interactive exercises, increase the level of teachers` IT-competencies, problems of readiness to use ICT, and the formation level of professional teachers needs to use the whiteboard. The article focuses on the main scientific theories description, scientific achievements and developments in using multimedia boards in the school. By the way, author dwells on preparing future teachers for teaching science in elementary and primary school, ability to update teaching children with special needs: visually challenged, deaf student, fine motor delay, autistic, mental and behavioral challenged, psychological aspects of using IWB in teaching children with different types of perceptual information: visual, audial, kinesthetic, discrete. In conclusion author gives applicant`s scientific prognostication contribution to studying forming of primary school teachers` methodical competence. DOI: https://doi.org/10.28925/2414-0325.2017. 3.17385
Statistical Comparison and analysis of Database of HIV/AIDS Infections using Mathematical Tools

In this paper we have to explain about HIV/AIDS (Human Immunodeficiency Virus / Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome). The AIDS epidemic has been accompanied by intensely negative public reactions to persons presumed to be infected by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). We discuss about history, signs and symptoms, transmission of HIV/AIDS, classification of HIV infection, some population based statistical studies, diagnosis of disease, test of HIV infection, transmission routes, prevention, vaccination and current treatment process. Collection of data is based on survey of world Health Organization and other associations. Also there is a simulation of data of a population whose are infected from HIV/AIDS of all age groups. I. INTRODUCTION Human immunodeficiency virus infection / acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) is a disease of the human immune system caused by infection with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). During the initial infection, a person may experience a brief period of influenza-like illness. This is typically followed by a prolonged period without symptoms. As the illness progresses, it interferes more and more with the immune system, making the person much more likely to get infections,
A Formative Assessment Perspective: The impact of Targeted Instructional Teaching & Efficient feedback in Argumentative Essay Writing on ESL Learners

This research aims to highlight that ESL learner have gaps in their strategies of argumentative essay writing skills. It hampers their ability to communicate their claim of argument effectively. Different students stand at different points on the continuum of effective writing: organization, composing & literary devices, elaborating and using conventions (Freeman, 2000) . This research emphasizes that argumentative essay writing skills of ESL Learners can be improved with the help of explicit instructional teaching (Torgesen et al., 2007) and efficient and detailed feedback in formative assessment perspective based on constructivism theory of learning (Kim, 2005). It aims to document improvement in students’ developing an argument out of the whole range of generic writing skills with the help of explicit Instructional and ongoing formative performance assessment with detailed feedback pro forma. For this reason, students are required to keep portfolio, to develop an insight with the help of direct, explicit model of instruction to judge their mistake and monitor their track of development. A sample population of 15 graduate females is selected out of 50 students after a level screening test; the progress of students is computed by using spearman’s correlation between scaled scores on essay with the help of developed rubric. Moreover, correlation between every other two points in a row is also calculated to show the progress path of students. Keywords: formative assessment, generic writing skills, portfolio, band descriptors
At What Extent Physical Training Can Minimize Gender Differences in Male and Female Trained Swimmers? - AComparative Analysis

This cross sectional study was conducted to analyze the role of effective physical training for minimizing gender differences between trained young male and female swimmers in their body composition and motor fitness level. Height, weight, body fat quantity, flexibility tests for lower back, hamstring, ankle, trunk and neck, elastic leg strength and agility of male and female trained swimmers were measured using standard techniques. Critical swim speed (CSS), 50m swimming and 400m swimming time were taken into consideration to assess their performance level. Mean, standard deviations, t-test and correlation co-efficient were calculated for selected variables to justify the results statistically (p < 0.05). Insignificant differences were found in body composition between male and female trained young swimmers. Elastic leg strength and agility were significantly (p<0.05) higher in male than female trained swimmer whereas flexibility of lower back and hamstring was significantly (p<0.05) higher in female than male swimmer. Significant positive correlation of CSS (p<0.05) with height (m), elastic leg strength, flexibility of lower back and hamstring, and ankle in both male and female trained swimmers were found. Effective physical training can minimize body compositional gender differences in trained swimmers. Significant positive correlations of CSS with height, flexibility of lower back, hamstrings and ankle, and elastic leg strength in both male and female trained swimmers suggest musculoskeletal and motor fitness have important role to discriminate male and female swimmers in their performance level and that can definitely be minimize by proper training in female swimmers.
A Methodology of Persona-centric Service Design

In order to clarify the customer’s inclination and provide them with better services, the persona-scenario method has been accepted in Requirements Engineering. A CAD tool proposed in Service Engineering also adopts persona-scenario and focuses on denoting and visualizing the quality factors in service receivers. However, the process of service development with persona has not been fully discussed yet. This paper proposes a methodology to identify the boundary of a whole service system with role and user personas, and formalize the procedure of service development with them. The methodology in service development is exemplified through e-learning services.
Science and Technology as Site for Language Contact: Experience from the Linguistic Style of the Non-Formal Motor Mechanics in the South-Western Nigeria

This paper explores literacy issues and lexical development arising from the contact between English as Second Language (ESL/L2) and Yoruba as Mother Tongue (YMT/LI) in the nonformal setting of science and technology (ST) in the south-western part of Nigeria. The paper conducts a study of the language of parts of automobile as they are known by the road-side motor mechanics, the literacy level of the mechanics, and the relationship between these two and their technical skills. By administering questionnaires to thirty-eight (38) autotechnicians, the paper further explores the linguistic and technological implications of all these to improved professional performance by these mechanics on the one hand, and the development of indigenous science and technology on the other. This paper concludes that rather than neglecting them they may well represent a significant instrument of attaining self reliance in indigenous ST development in Nigeria.
Acceptability, nutritional, and potential health values of sweet sorghum [Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench] coffee substitute

Utilization of sorghum to improve nutrition and health among Filipinos is limited due to insufficient information from research on the crop as a source of valuable nutrients and health promoting phytochemicals. The objective of this study was to develop an acceptable, nutritious, and healthful coffee substitute from sweet sorghum grains. The sweet sorghum coffee substitute (SSCS) was made by combining different roasting time of the grains (50, 60, and 70 min) at 226±5 o C, powder to water ratio (16 g/250 mL -1 , 24 g/250 mL -1 ), and brewing time (3 and 6 min). The 12 SSCS brewed samples were subjected to sensory evaluation composed of 55 untrained coffee drinker panelist. The most acceptable SSCS and the raw sorghum grain were analyzed for proximate composition, starch, amylose, dietary fiber, fatty acid profile, phytochemicals (total phenols, flavonoids, tannins) and antioxidant activity. The results showed that roasting time of the grains had a significant effect on the sensory characteristics and acceptability of the SSCS brew while powder to water ratio and brewing time have no effect. Roasting sweet sorghum grains for 70 min at 226±5 o C and brewing using the powder to water ratio of 16 g/ 250 mL -1 for 3 min produced the most acceptable sample with characteristic dark brown color, aroma and flavor resembling "rice coffee", and coffee-like bitterness. This study also revealed that SSCS could be a potential health and nutritious beverage as its powder provides energy from carbohydrates and protein, is low in fat particularly saturated fat, contains essential fatty acids, and has dietary fiber. Moreover, SSCS powder contains phytochemicals, such as phenols particularly flavonoids, which contribute to its high antioxidant activity. These findings suggest that, in general, SSCS could be a beneficial in preventing diseases involving oxidative stress and chronic diseases.
The yield of potatoes and spelt in terms of organic farming

Nitrogen fertilization cannot be used by actual needs of plants during vegetation in organic farming. The proper crop rotation and harmonic nutrition are necessary for good and quality products. The methods of treatment are mainly realized by cultivation of green manure crop and fertilizing by organic fertilizers. The aim of the long-term experiment was to evaluate the effect of different localities and different organic fertilizers on crop yield in organic farming. Variants of fertilization included in the experiment are: 1. Unfertilized control, 2. Green manure, 3. Green manure + renewable external sources, 4. Green manure + renewable external sources + auxiliary substances, 5. Green manure + farm fertilizers, 6. Green manure + farm fertilizers + auxiliary substances. Potatoes were fertilized and planted in experimental years 2015–2016. Winter wheat spelt was sown in the experimental year 2016–2017 and there were no fertilization with organic fertilizers in this year. Average yield of potatoes was the highest after combination with green manure + renewable external sources (compost + digestate) + auxiliary substances. This variant achieved yield about 34.1 t/ha, which is increased by 9.4 t/ha compared to the control variant. The highest yield of spelt was observed on the variant with green manure + farm fertilizers. This variant achieved yield about 5.5 t/ha, which is increased by 0.7 t/ha compared to the unfertilized variant. The result from this experiment indicated that farming without livestock may be similar to the production with livestock. However, these results are obtained only from two experimental years. Statistical difference of achieved yields was observed between each experimental station in both experimental years.
Autohydrolysis pretreatment of corncob for cellulase production by Trichoderma reesei MUM 97.53

Microbial cellulase production has attracted great attention due its several applications. In this context, studies that become this practice feasible are very important. Corncob is an inexpensive byproduct, which contains more than 30% of cellulose; however, this material is not readily available to enzymatic hydrolysis and pretreatment of lignocellulosic material in autohydrolysis processes become this more easy. The inclusion of this pretreated material in the nutrient media can be a strategy to increase and undervalue cellulase production. The best pretreatment conditions for total cellulase (FPase), β-glucosidase and exoglucanase (avicelase) were obtained using the solid fraction pretreated at 200oC for 30 or 50 minutes. It was not detected endoglucanase production (CMCase) using corncob without treatment. However, its induction was observed when T. reesei was cultivated with the corncob liquid fraction obtained after 30 minutes of pretreatment, mainly at 200oC, where the production was maximal.
The Origins of the Institutions of Marriage

Standard economic theories of household formation predict the rise of institutionalized polygyny in response to increased resource inequality among men. We propose a theory, within the framework of a matching model of marriage, in which, in some cases, institutionalized monogamy prevails, even when resources are unequally distributed, as a result of agricultural externalities that increase the presence of pair-bonding hormones. Within marriage, hormone levels contribute to the formation of the marital pair bond, the strength of which determines a man's willingness to invest in his wife's children. These pair bonds are reinforced through physical contact between the man and his wife and can be amplified by externalities produced by certain production technologies. Both the presence of additional wives and the absence of these externalities reduce the strength of the marital bond and, where the fitness of a child is increasing in paternal investment, reduce a woman's expected lifetime fertility. Multiple equilibria in terms of the dominant form of marriage (for example, polygyny or monogamy) are possible, if the surplus to a match is a function of reproductive success as well as material income. Using evidence from the Standard Cross Cultural Sample and Murdock's Ethnographic Atlas, we find that agricultural production externalities that affect neurological pair-bonding incentives significantly reduce the tendency to polygyny, even when resource inequality is present.
A review of the Information System Models for Technology Acceptance

The words “acceptance” and “behaviour” have been used interchangeably. The acceptance of any form of technology is determined by the behaviour of the individual towards that technology. Extensive research has been carried out on factors that influence human behaviour. This includes research in mathematics, philosophy, anthropology, information systems theories and many more. In the field of Information Technology and Information systems, there are models that have been developed in an attempt to try and understand technology acceptance. The aim of this paper is to review 6 unique Information Systems models of acceptance (Diffusion of Innovations, Theory of Reasoned Action, Theory of Planned Behaviour, Technology Acceptance Model, Task Technology fit and Unified Theory of Acceptance and use of Technology). The paper defines each of the models, providing past applications and recommending future applications within the context of a university of technology. The aim of this review is to help create awareness among fellow academics about the various acceptance models and their possible usage. KeywordsDiffusion of Innovations, Theory of Reasoned Action, Theory of Planned Behaviour, Technology Acceptance Model, Task Technology Fit, Unified Theory of Acceptance and use of Technology,
Mealy-to-Moore Transformation – A state stable design of automata

M. Oezguel et al. / Advances in Science, Technology and Engineering Systems Journal Vol. 2, No. 6, 162-174 (2017) concluded, the feedback should be moved over λ , making the output y the feedback. In order to set the correct state z for the transfer function δ , a function λ−1 is realized. This function generates the reduced state z from the feedback y. This equivalent transformation is outlined in figure 2.
DETERMINANTS OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS OF MANUFACTURING SMALL AND MEDIUM SCALE ENTERPRISES IN SRI LANKA

The main objective of this study was to identify the critical factors that affecting the implementation of environmental management systems (EMSs) of manufacturing SMEs in Sri Lanka. Out of twelve factors, management commitment, professional expertise, financial resources, stakeholders and environmental information are identified as key factors. Based on the survey results, it is proposed that the government should play an important role in promoting environmental management in SMEs. It is necessary for the government to provide active support in the aspects including mandatory policy, encouraging policy and supporting policy. ISSN: 1804-0527 (online) 1804-0519 (print) Vol.10-11 (1-2), PP.51-58
Resource-efficient Management Scheme of Sensor Data

In this paper, we propose a resource-efficient management scheme of sensor data for building energy saving. To manage buildings, we collect data from the variety of sensors in buildings able to recognize illumination, motion, temperature, humidity and so on. We analyze this data and derive energy saving measures from it. In case there is a large amount of data from the sensors, most of it is redundant if the data period is shorter than needed for services. We need a method to manage the data and to save the data in a resource- efficient manner, in terms of energy, time and space to save the data. Therefore, we propose a method to select the adequate period of sensor data to manage and use some meaningful data for the energy saving service. Using this method, we can save the resources for sensor data and derive the energy saving measures more quickly and efficiently without all sensor data.
Business cycle, corporate governance, and bank performance

The corporate governance structure can have a different effect on the performance and asset quality of the financial industry at different stages of the business cycle. contains about 15,000 firm-year observations and covers two contraction periods, specifically, 1990-1991 and 2001 recession. This paper with the various performance measures and loan quality mea years and economic expansion years separately. that bank performance and asset quality are related to different corporate governance variables for different stages of business cy