Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Animation de plis de tissus pour le rendu non-photoréaliste

Au meme tire que le nu, le dessin de drape est un exercice de style classique pour tout apprenti-dessinateur. Le terme "drape" englobe tout un ensemble de plis, que ce soit dans des tentures, des rideaux ou des tissus divers. En ce sens, la draperie est une composante essentielle de notre environnement visuel. Les plis vehiculent generalement une information de mouvement. Ainsi, dans l'exemple de la ﬁgure 1.2, le drape de la robe de Falordelle nous aide a imaginer la danse qu'elle effectue autour du feu. Au meme titre que le feu, la chevelure ou encore les notes de musique, cet indice visuel nous communique l'illusion d'une case vivante et dynamique alors que nous sommes en face d'une image ﬁxe.
Asynchronous Chess: A Real-Time, Adversarial Research Environment

Abstract : Asynchronous Chess (AChess) is a platform for the development and evaluation of real-time adversarial agent technologies. It is a two-player game using the basic rules of chess with the modification that agents may move as many pieces as they want at any time. Modifying chess in this way creates a new robust, asynchronous, real-time game in which agents must carefully balance their time between reasoning and acting in order to out-perform their opponent. As a fast-paced adversarial game, many challenges relevant to real-word application arise which give it merit for study and use.
XHTML™ 1.1 - Module-based XHTML

This Proposed Recommendation defines a new XHTML document type that is based upon the module framework and modules defined in Modularization of XHTML [XHTMLMOD [p.13] ]. The purpose of this document type is to serve as the basis for future extended XHTML ’family’ document types, and to provide a consistent, forward-looking document type cleanly separated from the deprecated, legacy functionality of HTML 4 [HTML4 [p.13] ] that was brought forward into the XHTML 1.0 [XHTML1 [p.13] ] document types. This document type is essentially a reformulation of XHTML 1.0 Strict using XHTML Modules. Other facilities defined in XHTML 1.0 are not supported by this document type, but are available through modules defined in Modularization of XHTML. Status of this document This section describes the status of this document at the time of its publication. Other documents may supersede this document. The latest status of this document series is maintained at the W3C. 1 XHTMLTM 1.1 Module-based XHTML XHTML 1.1 Module-based XHTML
False recognition after frontal lobe damage: The role of encoding factors

This paper reports a series of experiments on patient JB, a man with memory difficulties following damage to the left frontal lobe. The primary characteristic of JB's recognition memory impairment is a high level of false recognition together with a normal hit rate. The hypothesis that JB's false recognition reflects an over-reliance on familiarity is considered, but discounted on the basis that the false alarm rate is not affected by increasing the similarity between distracters and targets, and remains high when nonword stimuli are used. It is suggested, instead, that JB relies on a poorly focused memory description, which lacks item-specific detail but contains more general, low-level properties of the target items-these properties being held by many distracter items as well. This deficit is considered to arise because of damage to frontally mediated control processes involved in the selection of elements for memory encoding. An encoding deficit is supported by the fact that JB's false recognition is significantly reduced by orienting instructions, and is eliminated when his remote memory is subjected to recognition testing. In contrast, it is shown that manipulations at the level of retrieval (e.g. restricting the number of "old" responses) have little effect on his false recognition.
A framework for integrating DBpedia into a multi-modality ontology image retrieval

DBpedia, used as a web link knowledge garden, provides great opportunities for researchers as a domain concept to enrich resource and information extraction. The integration of DBpedia with ontology-based approach in image retrieval gives complete and rich semantics information to the image. The semantic gap is the main problem in image retrieval. The gap is between the high level image interpretations of the users and the low level image features stored for indexing querying. Ontology-based image retrieval is an effective approach to bridge the semantic gap because it is more focused on capturing and presenting the semantic content which has the potential to satisfy the user need. A recent trend in ontology-based image retrieval is to fuse the two basic modalities of images namely textual content (keywords) and visual features and known as multi-modality ontology. In this paper, we present the framework for integrating structured content in DBpedia resources with multi- modality ontology-based image extraction and retrieval system and describe how this framework bridges the semantic gap in content-based image retrieval (CBIR). Our goal is to populate a knowledge base with online image news resources from 12 sport types in the BBC sport news, which has three main items: image, image caption and news information. This system will yield high precision and include diverse sports images for specific entities. A multi-modality ontology retrieval system, with complete relational facts about entities will improves the precision of retrieval.
A guide to understanding covert channel analysis of trusted systems

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Applying the Q Sort Method: A Qualitative Classification of Factors Associated with Organizational Training Support Inventory (OTSI)

The Q Sort Method was applied to the Organizational Training Support Inventory (OTSI) in an initial exploratory effort to identify the categories or factors that are measured by the OTSI and included in the general construct of organizational support for training. Subject matter experts (SMEs) used a listing of eight potential categories or factors as a basis for grouping and organizing each of the 25 items which comprise the OTSI. Results of the categorization revealed that seven constructs appear to be measured in the OTSI, which include organizational strategy, finance and budgeting, training evaluation, resource allocation, organizational culture and organizational practices. Further research implications and recommendations are provided. Online Journal of Workforce Education and Development Volume III, Issue 2 – Summer 2008
Revisión de resultados experimentales sobre performance de técnicas pruebas de software

This paper describes experimental results revalidation in software testing techniques using statistical nonparametric test. The obtained results show that meanwhile the isolated analysis of the experimental results shows that mutation based techniques are more effective than all-uses technique for failure detection, the global parameters evaluation shows that there is no evidence to support this difference.
Gbit / s 400 GHz Wireless Transmission

We experimentally demonstrate a 400 GHz carrier wireless transmission system with real-time capable detection and demonstrate transmission of a 60 Gbit/s signal derived from optical Nyquist channels in a 12.5 GHz ultra-dense wavelength division multiplexing (UD-WDM) grid and carrying QPSK modulation. This is the highest data rate demonstrated for carrier frequencies above 300 GHz and also validates the feasibility of bridging between next generation 100 GbE wired data streams and indoor wireless applications. Keywords— THz photonics, THz wireless communication, ultra-dense WDM, uni-travelling carrier photodiode.
Flexicurity and welfare reform: a review

The notion of ‘flexicurity’ has recently become a buzzword in European labour market reform. It promises to deliver a magic formula to overcome the tensions between labour market flexibility on the one hand and social security on the other hand by offering ‘the best of both worlds’. This article gives a state-of-the-art review on flexicurity. The development of the concept is set against the background of changed economic circumstances in the last two decades. The components of flexicurity are presented in more detail, followed by a review of ‘real worlds of flexicurity’ in selected European countries, with Denmark and the Netherlands as the most prominent examples. The third section considers the transferability of flexicurity policies across borders. Finally, we concentrate on collective actors involved in promoting the idea of flexicurity at European, supra-national and national levels. We conclude with a discussion of some tensions within and criticisms of the concept.
Using Space Weathering Models to Match Observed Spectra to Predicted Spectra

Observations of spacecraft obtained by the Spica spectrometer on the AMOS 1.6 meter telescope have shown spectral alterations between observed spectra and that obtained by ground measurements prior to launch. These spectral changes (sometimes referred to as reddening) appear to be an effect of the space environment. A similar effect has been described by B. Hapke for asteroids and the lunar surface. We have explored the possibility of utilizing Hapke models to analyze the degree to which these models can be applied to spacecraft weathering, with promising results. This paper details the continuing research into linking the reddening phenomenon with theory, and covers the methods by which the Hapke relationships will be used to match actual ground spectra to that obtained by the FORMOSAT and ANDE satellites.
A Study of Information System Risk Perceptions at a Local Government Organisation

This paper reports on a study that examined the perceptions of computer users in regard to the risks to their organisation’s information systems (IS). A total of 12 employees from a local government organisation were interviewed in accordance with the Repertory Grid Technique (RGT). These structured interviews elicited a total of 110 constructs which represented individual thoughts, beliefs and views pertaining to information security (InfoSec) risks. These constructs were hermeneutically allocated into 28 categories of risk perception and then analysed via Content Analysis and Principal Component Analysis (PCA) to identify perceptions of IS risks and to uncover the major situational factors that influence these perceptions. The findings indicate that the local government participants perceived that the most serious risk to their organisation’s IS was that systems will become unusable or unavailable such that large costs would be incurred to restore services and to maintain productivity. The situational factor that had the most influence on this IS risk perception was the type of loss suffered.
Past and present nest-site requirements of the Lesser Spotted Eagle (Aquila pomarina C.L.Brehm) and their possible conflicts with timber harvesting

Recently, the growing demand for raw timber has resulted in the intensification of forest use in the Baltic countries. The aim of this study was to examine whether the increased timber harvesting during the last decade has influenced the requirements of the Lesser Spotted Eagle (Aquila pomarina C.L.Brehm) for their nest-sites. In 2004, 7% of checked Lesser Spotted Eagle territories were disturbed by forestry operations. The general tendency was that the characteristics of stands used for nesting differed from the average forest stand characteristics in the landscape less than a decade ago. Eagles were found to nest in 19 different forest types, while previously just 13 of such forest types had been recorded. Less productive forests (2 nd site class) and normally irrigated stands were not avoided nowadays. The average age of nest stands decreased by 16 years. Though oak remained one of the most preferred nest-trees (20% of all cases), spruce became the most common one (48%). This leads to the assumption, that the eagles are less selective nowadays than in the past. The increased timber harvesting during the last decade might explain why eagles switched to nest in stands, more similar to the surrounding forest landscape than in the past, and why some nest-site preferences remained and others disappeared. It is likely that during the next 30 years forest operations will be one of the most important factors, having an effect on the Lesser Spotted Eagle population in Lithuania.
Learning and Teaching the Business Model: The Contribution of a Specific and Dedicated Web Application

The success of the Business Model (BM) as a practical concept makes it a promising tool for entrepreneurs to shape a more challenging environment. As teaching BM design to students appears essential, we have developed a specific web learning application based on actionable theoretical developments. The web application is called GRP Storyteller, from the GRP BM it is based on (www.grp-lab.com). We assess the perceived quality of the web application through a survey among 281 non-business students enrolled in seminars introducing entrepreneurship. Students were asked whether the application facilitates the learning of the BM according to various pedagogical objectives. They also evaluated its design, organization and user-friendly qualities. The results show that the application improves the learning of the BM by helping students remember, understand and apply conceptual knowledge.
Professional Nurses ’ Attitudes towards the Introduction of Humanoid Nursing Robots ( HNRs ) in Health Care Settings

Background The attitudes of professional nurses towards Humanoid Nursing Robots (HNRs). Functionality of HNRs is critical to nursing care considering contemporary nursing and limitations of human care. With HNRs, Japanese health care efficiency can be assured from its current shortage of practitioners, leading to quality of human care. Nurse administrators’ knowledge about HNRs can influence human resource management. Purpose The purpose of this study was to determine professional nurses’ attitudes toward the introduction of HNRs in hospital settings. Method The pilot study using the survey method was done with 48 participants completing the questionnaire recruited from participants of an international caring conference in Kyoto, Japan, May 2014. Result The research of descriptive research showed that 69.6% knew recent HNR developments, while the 50.1% of HNRs thought that it will be in the next five years. Only 19.6% thought HNRs should not take care of the patients, and 57.1% of the participants responded that they will not accept care by HNRs. Furthermore, 63.2% claimed that ethics nursing courses regarding HNRs are necessary, that nurses should assure patient safety, while 91.3% claimed that hospitals should take responsibility when patient problems Professional Nurses’ Attitudes towards the Introduction of Humanoid Nursing Robots (HNRs) in Health Care Settings
Faunistics of stoneflies (Plecoptera) in Finnmark, northern Norway, including DNA barcoding of Nemouridae

During a large-scale survey in the Norwegian county of Finnmark in 2010, insects were collected with Malaise traps and manual collecting techniques. Almost 6000 specimens of stoneflies collected during this survey are reviewed, and the incidence and abundance of the northern Scandinavian species are discussed. The species composition at the sites of the Malaise traps is explained by stream characteristics like width and velocity, rather than the altitude and continentality of the trap sites. The morphological distinction between the rare Arctic stonefly Amphinemura palmeni (Koponen, 1917) and the common A. standfussi (Ris, 1902) is discussed, and both species as well as the Fennoscandian endemic Nemoura viki Lillehammer, 1972 are illustrated with colour photographs. Initial results from DNA barcoding of Norwegian stoneflies show that A. standfussi colonised the Scandinavian Peninsula from the south as well as the northeast. Comparison with North American barcode data reveals that A. palmeni and Nemoura sahlbergi Morton, 1896 have a Holarctic distribution.
A Beginning In The Reversible Logic Synthesis of Sequential Circuits

A present reversible logic is one of the most crucial issues in modern technology. It has different areas for its application those are low power CMOS, nanotechnology, quantum computing, cryptology optical computing DNA computing digital signal processing (DSP), Quantum dot cellular automatic communication, computer graphics. The main purposes of designing reversible logic are to decrease quantum cost. This paper proposed a design of reversible sequential circuits (RS Flip Flop, JK Flip Flop, D Flip Flop, T Flip Flop). The novelty of the paper is proposed design are better than the existing proposed one in terms of reversible gates.
University ’ s repository of research publications and other research outputs Security Requirements Are Different , But Mechanisms For Security Adaptation Are Not Conference or Workshop Item

We describe a dialogue between a proponent and an opponent of the proposition “security is not just another quality attribute in self-adaptive systems”. The dialogue is structured in two steps. First, we examine whether security requirements are different from other system-level requirements. Our consensus is that security requirements require specificmethods for elicitation, reasoning, and analysis. However, other requirements (such as safety, usability and performance) also require specific techniques. Then, we examine the adaptation mechanisms for security and compare them with other properties. Our consensus is that most adaptation techniques can be applied to maintain security and other requirements alike.
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Cholinergic Neurotransmission in Partial Limbic Seizures. Geoffrey Liu, Joshua E. Motelow, Wei Li, Qiong Zhan, Asht M. Mishra, Robert N. S. Sachdev, Abhijeet Gummadavelli, Zaina Zayyad, Hyun Seung Lee, Victoria Chu, John P. Andrews, Dario J. Englot, Peter Herman, Basavaraju G. Sanganahalli, Fahmeed Hyder, Hal Blumenfeld. Partial limbic seizures impair consciousness, but the mechanism of impairment is not known. Most views hold that structures necessary for consciousness are disrupted by overexcitation from spread of seizure activity. Against this view, we hypothesize that partial limbic seizures cause pathological long-range inhibition of cortical activity. Using a rat model for partial limbic seizures, we demonstrate BOLD fMRI signal increases in the hippocampal seizure focus, but decreases in arousal promoting regions such as the thalamus and midbrain tegmentum. Second, direct single unit recordings from cholinergic neurons in two arousal nuclei, the basal forebrain and the pedunculopontine tegmental nuclei, demonstrate suppressed firing during seizures. Finally, using enzymebased amperometry, we probe levels of the arousal neurotransmitter acetylcholine in the cortex and thalamus and observe decreased cholinergic neurotransmission during seizures. These findings demonstrate that an arousal center is suppressed during partial limbic seizures and suggest that decreased arousal may lead to impaired consciousness.
A Comparative Data Mining Technique for David Kolb's Experiential Learning Style Classification

—The objective of this research is to study the results of learning style classification and compare the efficiency of David Kolb's learning style classification of students in the Department of Computer Information System, Rajamangala University of Technology Lanna (Tak Campus). Thereby, the algorithms used in this research include J48, NBTree and NaiveBayes. The 10-fold Cross Validation was used to create and test the model, and the data was analyzed by the WAKA program. The data was collected by means of questionnaire from 502 students in the 1 st semester of academic year 2013. The results show that the efficiency of classification by means of J48 technique had the highest value of Correct at 85.65% and it could be applied to develop David Kolb's learning style, which was correct and precise to classify the learning style.
A comprehensive study of hygroscopic properties of calcium- and magnesium-containing salts: implication for hygroscopicity of mineral dust and sea salt aerosols

Abstract. Calcium- and magnesium-containing salts are important components for mineral dust and sea salt aerosols, but their physicochemical properties are not well understood yet. In this study, hygroscopic properties of eight Ca- and Mg-containing salts, including Ca(NO3)2⚫4H2O, Mg(NO3)2⚫6H2O, MgCl2⚫6H2O, CaCl2⚫6H2O, Ca(HCOO)2, Mg(HCOO)2⚫2H2O, Ca(CH3COO)2⚫H2O and Mg(CH3COO)2⚫4H2O, were investigated using two complementary techniques. A vapor sorption analyzer was used to measure the change of sample mass with relative humidity (RH) under isotherm conditions, and the deliquescence relative humidities (DRHs) for temperature in the range of 5–30 ∘C as well as water-to-solute ratios as a function of RH at 5 and 25 ∘C were reported for these eight compounds. DRH values showed large variation for these compounds; for example, at 25 ∘C DRHs were measured to be ∼ 28.5 % for CaCl2⚫6H2O and >95 % for Ca(HCOO)2 and Mg(HCOO)2⚫2H2O. We further found that the dependence of DRH on temperature can be approximated by the Clausius–Clapeyron equation. In addition, a humidity tandem differential mobility analyzer was used to measure the change in mobility diameter with RH (up to 90 %) at room temperature, in order to determine hygroscopic growth factors of aerosol particles generated by atomizing water solutions of these eight compounds. All the aerosol particles studied in this work, very likely to be amorphous under dry conditions, started to grow at very low RH (as low as 10 %) and showed continuous growth with RH. Hygroscopic growth factors at 90 % RH were found to range from 1.26 ± 0.04 for Ca(HCOO)2 to 1.79 ± 0.03 for Ca(NO3)2, and the single hygroscopicity parameter ranged from 0.09–0.13 for Ca(CH3COO)2 to 0.49–0.56 for Ca(NO3)2. Overall, our work provides a comprehensive investigation of hygroscopic properties of these Ca- and Mg-containing salts, largely improving our knowledge of the physicochemical properties of mineral dust and sea salt aerosols.