Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Diagnosis and Treatment of Neurological and Ischemic Disorders Employing Carbon Nanotube Technology

Extensive research on carbon nanotubes has been conducted due to their excellent physicochemical properties. Based on their outstanding physicochemical properties, carbon nanotubes have the potential to be employed as theranostic tools for neurological pathologies such as Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease including ischemic stroke diagnosis and treatment. Stroke is currently regarded as the third root cause of death and the leading source of immobility around the globe. The development and improvement of efficient and effective procedures for central nervous system disease diagnosis and treatment is necessitated. The main aim of this review is to discuss the application of nanotechnology, specifically carbon nanotubes, to the diagnosis and treatment of neurological disorders with an emphasis on ischemic stroke. Areas covered include the conventional current diagnosis and treatment of neurological disorders, as well as a critical review of the application of carbon nanotubes in the diagnosis and treatment of ischemic stroke, covering areas such as functionalization of carbon nanotubes and carbon nanotube-based biosensors. A broad perspective on carbon nanotube stimuli-responsiveness, carbon nanotube toxicity, and commercially available carbon nanotubes is provided. Potential future studies employing carbon nanotubes have been discussed, evaluating their extent of advancement in the diagnosis and treatment of neurological and ischemic disorders.
Interactive comment on “Predictive power of a shallow landslide model in a high resolution

This manuscript examines slope stability predictions from the Borga et al. model at different mapping resolutions, and compares them to observed landslide distributions in a 2.7 square kilometer Sicilian catchment that was hit by intense storms in 2007 and 2009. The model performance is shown to be better when the source DEM has a resolution of 4m or 10m than when it has a resolution of either 2m or 20m.
Comp 7720-Online Algorithms Notes 5 : Graph Problems

Graph problems constitute a rich and fundamental area in the study of online algorithms. We have previously visited the k-server problem as a graph-related problem. In the k-server problem, the underlying graph (metric) is known to online algorithms and the sequence of requests to vertices is online. In most online graph problems, however, the graph itself is revealed in an online manner. As you probably seen in other courses, there is an array of graph problems (such as variants of graph coloring, independent set, dominating set, etc.) which are NP-hard in the offline setting. Recall that in the online setting, the complexity of algorithms is not an issue. Instead, it is the online constraint that restricts the algorithm. In this section, we briefly review two graph problems in the online setting.
Microgrid energy management system and method

The invention discloses a microgrid energy management system which comprises an information collection and data preprocessing unit, a network analysis unit and an energy optimization unit, wherein the information collection and data preprocessing unit performs data mining preprocessing on information, collected by SCADA/PMU mixed measurement, by adopting a CIM model and combining historical section management, the network analysis unit is used for realizing mixed measurement-based microgrid state estimation on the basis of network topology analysis, performing risk analysis and assessment and sensitivity analysis to realize early warning and warning for failure threat, and adopting corresponding precautionary measures or performing emergency control, and the energy optimization unit is used for performing microgrid energy optimization scheduling by combining forecast information and system operation analysis according to the information of the microgrid state estimation. The invention also provides a method which adopts the microgrid energy management system to perform microgrid energy management. The functions of the microgrid energy management system are further perfected, and the system safety, the power supply reliability and the system control accuracy and effectiveness of a microgrid are improved.
Hopf bifurcations and slow-fast cycles in a model of plankton dynamics

The existence of Hopf bifurcations and slow-fast cycles in the dynamics of a model for the interaction between phytoand zooplankton is considered. A sensible and easily interpretable dimensionless version of the model is presented, foliowed by a numerical bifurcation snalysis in a twcdimensional parameter space. The biological meaning of the parameters and qualitative features in phase space are stresed.
Ashtekar formulation of general relativity and loop space nonperturbative quantum gravity: A Report

The formulation of general relativity discovered by Ashtekar (1986, 1987) and the recent results obtained in non-perturbative quantum gravity using loop-space techniques are reviewed. The new formulation is based on the choice of a set of Lagrangian (and Hamiltonian) variables, instead of the spacetime metric. In terms of these new variables, the dynamical equations are remarkably simplified and a structural identity between general relativity and the Yang-Mills theories is revealed. The formalism has proven to be useful in numerous problems in gravitational physics. In quantum gravity, the new formalism has overcome long-standing difficulties and led to unexpected results. A nonperturbative approach to quantum theory has been constructed in terms of the Wilson loops of the Ashtekar connection. This approach, denoted as loop-space representation, has led to the complete solution of the quantum diffeomorphism constraint in terms of knot states, to the discovery of an infinite-dimensional class of solutions to the quantum gravitational dynamics, and to certain surprising indications on the existence of a discrete structure of spacetime around the Planck length. These results are presented in a compact self-contained form. The basic Ashtekar formalism is presented and its applications are outlined. The loop-space representation and the non-perturbative knot states of quantum gravity are described in detail, with particular regard to their physical interpretation and to the information they may provide on the microstructure of spacetime.
Three-dimensional display system and method

The invention belongs to the technical field of multimedia and discloses a three-dimensional display system and a three-dimensional display method. The system comprises a polarization assembly and polarizing glasses. The polarization assembly comprises a polarizer, a liquid crystal box and a first wavelength delay plate, wherein the polarizer is used for converting fame image light entering the polarizer into polarized light; the liquid crystal box is used for alternatively changing the state of the frame image light entering the liquid crystal box to ensure that the polarized light of two adjacent frame images are vertical mutually; the first wavelength delay plate is used for converting the polarized light of the liquid crystal box into circular polarized light; a polaroid and a second wavelength delay plate are attached to the polarizing glasses sequentially along the advancing direction of the light; and a user uses the polarizing glasses to view the light processed by the polarization assembly. In the invention, the problem of the interference phenomenon in the conventional three-dimensional display technology is solved, so that the user can experience the three-dimensional display well.
Calibration of NAOS and CONICA static aberrations - Application of the phase diversity technique

Wedescribe and evaluate the performance of a phase diversity wavefront sensor used to measure the staticaberrations of the VLT instrument NAOS-CONICA. The main limitations of this phase diversity technique are compiled. We investigate the systematic errors due to the experimental implementation and the design restrictions. Further error sources stem from the imperfect knowledge of the system, and from limitations of the algorithm. The influence of these errors on the wavefront estimation is evaluated on numerical and experimental data. This study highlights the essential verifications and calibrations needed to obtain accurate results and gives a practical guideline for the application of a phase diversity wavefront sensor. The comprehensive calibration results and the final gain in optical performance are presented and discussed in a complementary paper (Hartung et al. 2003).
Effect of collaborative concept mapping teaching strategy on Students' achievement, motivation and attitudes towards chemistry in selected secondary schools in Kenya

In Kenya, the fundamental challenge facing teaching of chemistry as a science subject in secondary schools is how to enhance students' conceptual understanding as well as affective characteristics associated with teaching/learning process. The challenge has impeded students' attainment of meaningful learning. Based on this challenge, the present study was designed to determine the effect of Collaborative Concept Mapping (CCM) teaching strategy on secondary school students' achievement, attitude and motivation towards Chemistry learning. The theoretical framework of the study was based on constructivist theories which view learners as active constructors of meaning from input by processing it through existing cognitive structures and then retaining it in the long-term memory. A Solomon-Four Group quasi-experimental research design was used in the study. Based on the design four co-educational secondary schools were randomly selected for the study from secondary schools in Bomet District. Students in the experimental groups were taught using CCM teaching strategy for 8 weeks while the rest were taught using conventional teaching methods. Students' Attitude Towards Chemistry and Motivation Towards Chemistry learning Questionnaire (ATMTCQ) was used in data collection. Mole Concept Achievement Test (MCAT) was also administered to determine students' achievement as well as conceptual understanding on the topic of "mole concept". The research instruments were pilot-tested for validity and reliability before being used in the study. Descriptive as well as inferential statistics were used in data analyses. The statistics used include frequencies, mean, ANOVA and ANCOV A. All the statistical tests were subjected to a test of significance at alpha (a) level of 0.05. Results of the study showed that CCM as a teaching strategy had no significant effect on the achievement level 1 (MCATl) among students of low and average academic abilities as well as those of higher academic abilities. CCM showed a positive and significant effect on students' achievement level 2 (MCAT2) among students of low and average academic abilities; however this was not the case among the students of high academic abilities. CCM did not also show any significant effect on both students' ATC as well as MTC. The findings are expected to establish foundation upon which innovative teaching strategies can be developed to enhance meaningful learning among chemistry learners. The findings are also expected to form a frame of reference for further research on innovative teaching strategies in chemistry education as well as in science education in general.
Neolignan, Flavonoid, Phenylethanoid and Iridoid Glycosides from Phlomis integrifolia

From the aerial parts of Phlomis integrifolia Hub. -Mor. (Lamiaceae) were isolated a neolignan glucoside, dehyrodiconiferyl alcohol-4-O-b -D-glucopyranoside (1), an ester flavone glycoside, chrysoeriol 7-O-(3''-O-trans-p-coumaroyl)-b -D-glucopyranoside (2), four phenylethanoid glycosides, forsythoside B (3), verbascoside (=acteoside) (4), leucosceptoside A (5) and martynoside (6) along with an iridoid glucoside, lamiide (7). The structure elucidation of the isolated compounds was carried out by spectroscopic (UV, IR, 1D- and 2D-NMR) methods. The isolation of neolignan glucoside dehyrodiconiferyl alcohol-4-O-b -D-glucopyranoside (1) is reported for the first time from a Phlomis species as well as for the family Lamiaceae.
Numerical Studies on Stratified Rock Failure Based onDigital Image Processing Technique at Mesoscale

This paper investigates the failure behaviors of stratified rocks under uniaxial compression using a digital image processing (DIP) based finite difference method (FDM). The two-dimensional (2D) mesostructure of stratified rocks, represented as the internal spatial distribution of two main rock materials (marble and greenschist), is first identified with the DIP technique. And then the binaryzation image information is used to generate the finite difference grid. Finally, the failure behaviors of stratified rock samples are simulated by FDM considering the inhomogeneity of rock materials. In the DIP, an image segmentation algorithm based on seeded region growing (SRG) is proposed, instead of the traditional threshold value method. And with the new proposed image segmentation algorithm, the mesostructure of stratified rocks can be fully acquired. In the process of simulation, to sufficiently capture the inhomogeneity of stratified rocks, mechanical properties of each rock material are all characterized by the Weibull statistical manner. Several cases of stratified rocks with different homogeneity indices of rock materials have been discussed under two compression loading conditions considering the anisotropy of stratified rocks to some extent. Results from numerical simulations show that the inhomogeneity of stratified rocks arising from the presence of different rock materials has a great influence on the failure behaviors of stratified rocks and that the numerical failure behaviors of stratified rocks without confining stresses applied agree quite well with the general observations reported in the literature.
Effect of Chronic Alcoholization to Koutoukou ( a traditional spirit ) on the Structure of Hepatic Tissue of Wistar Rats ( Rattus norvegicus ) By Lazare Tehoua

Objective: Previous studies have shown that regular and moderate consumption of koutoukou (KTK, a traditional spirit) is associated with a negative body mass index in female rats. In addition, the consumption of this drink in the latter also has an effect on the liver. Therefore, this work is carried out in order to assess the impact of chronic use of koutoukou (KTK) on the structure of rat liver tissue. In fact, atrophy or hypertrophy of an organ, if it is not of physiological origin, may indicate pathology of the latter. Methods: The rats were divided into 4 groups of 8 individuals (4 males and 4 females). These animals received distilled water as drinking water (Lot 1 or control) and KTK at 5 % (Lot 2), 10 % (Lot 3) and 12 % (Lot 4) in their drinking water. After 90 days of experiment, histological sections of liver were examined under an optical microscope. Results: The chronic alcohol KTK has no impact on the structure of male rat liver. However, in females, significant changes (inclusions and lesions) were observed depending on the alcohol content of this traditional spirit. Conclusion: Koutoukou caused in female rats changes of liver tissue, which could partly justify liver hypertrophy observed in female rats subjected to similar treatment.
ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE: FACTS AND FINDINGS.

Received: 26 April 2017 Final Accepted: 28 May 2017 Published: June 2017 Alzheimer‟s disease is the most common form of dementia, which is set to rise significantly. With a rapidly aging population, the burden of the disease will be profound affecting not just the person afflicted, but also the caregiver and family. Among Asian population including India and China, the prevalence of the disease is lower compared to the Latino and non-Latino Americans, increased with age and was not associated with gender or literacy. Possible explanations include low overall life expectancy, short survival with the disease and low agespecific incidence potentially due to differences in the underlying distribution of risk and protective factors compared with populations with higher prevalence. While the exact cause of Alzheimer‟s disease remains unknown, one of its pathological hallmarks is clear – the clumping of APP product in brain when the protein is abnormally processed. Finding out more about APP can help researchers gain a better understanding of the disease and potentially identify biomarkers and therapeutic targets for it. However, up till this point, little was known about the APP‟s primary function in brain. Advanced research has identified the major causes -amyloid deposition, tangle of hyperphosphorylated tau protein. As our knowledge increases the treatment and their application also developed to cope with the debilitating and devastating disease. The three major hypotheses regarding Alzheimer‟s gives this information that the main causes are the generation of clumps of amyloid, the neurofibrillary tangles of tau protein and the reduced synthesis of neurotransmitter acetylcholine; the proteins damage the neurons although the cause for most Alzheimer‟s cases is still unknown. Although the two hypotheses amyloid and tau has been widely accepted, current research on Alzheimer‟s disease has revealed some other genetic, dietary and also some environmental factors involved in the pathogenesis of this disease. In this review paper I have tried to shed a little light on the epidemiology, molecular pathogenesis, genetic basis, some possible risk factors and effect of several dietary factors, diagnosis and treatment regarding Alzheimer‟s disease. Recent developments and findings in genetics and treatment of this disease are highlighted here.
Multiple parallel pipeline processor having self-repairing capability

本发明公开一种具有能够在检测到故障的情况下，把第一管线替换成第二管线的能力的多并行管线数字处理装置。 最好的，由多个主要管线共享一个冗余管线。 最好的，所述管线在一个阵列中在物理上互相相邻。 一个管线故障导致数据在管线的阵列中移位一个位置，以绕过故障管线，从而每个管线只有两个数据来源，即主要来源和备用来源。 最好的，控制在管线数据的主要来源和备用来源之间的选择的选择逻辑与其它管线操作数选择逻辑结合在一起。
RAPID PROPAGATION OF THE SENSITIVE SPECIES PHYSARIA DIDYMOCARPA VAR. LANATA FOR RECLAMATION 1

In order to ensure sufficient plants for replanting threatened populations of Physaria didymocarpa var. lanata (Common Twinpod, Wooly Twinpod), in vitro propagation of this species was attempted. Seeds from three plants of Physaria didymocarpa var. lanata were cultured on a Murashige and Skoog salts base medium supplemented with 6-Benzylaminopurine. Both immature and mature seeds survived and germinated in culture. Each seedling culture produced several new shoots every four to six weeks. Each of these shoots was transferred to fresh medium to start new cultures. Roots were produced on excised shoots both in vitro on gelled medium and ex vitro on moistened coco fiber. Six months after initiating 100 seeds, 2,000 plants were ready for shipment to the nursery greenhouse and enough multiplying cultures were established to produce 1,000 new plants every two months. Though further work needs to be done on acclimatization to greenhouse conditions, survivors grew into normal robust plants, flowering in the pots.
Solution Concept with Cloud Applications for Smart Grid , LTE and VANET

The implementation of cloud computing application takes the higher necessity, especially after suffering from modern problems, such as providing proper funds for social service and purchasing programs. For that, the cloud computing applications propose a promising solution to solve such issues. In this paper, we will discuss the implemention of cloud computing over Smart Grid system; a reliable, cost effective guaranteed and efficient system, it is expected to be Long Term Evolution (LTE): which allows larger pieces of spectrum, or bands to be used furthermore with more coverage and less latency and the third technology is Vehicular network: which is an important research area because of unique features and applications that offers. In this survey, we will present an overview of the smart grid, LTE and the vehicular network when they get integrated with cloud computing, in addition we will highlight the open issues and research direction which faces these technologies with cloud computing implementing in terms of Energy management, Information management for smart grid. In terms of applying cloud computing platforms for 4G Networks to achieve specific criteria and finally in terms of Architectural formation and Privacy and security for Vehicular cloud computing.
FORAGING STRATEGY AND BREEDING CONSTRAINTS OF RHINOPHYLLA PUMILIO (PHYLLOSTOMIDAE) IN THE AMAZON LOWLANDS

Abstract Bat diversity peaks in neotropical lowland forests, where 70–100 species may coexist in local assemblages. Understanding of factors that promote and maintain this diversity requires a thorough knowledge of the ecology and behavior of individual species. We studied the movement pattern, focusing on range size and foraging strategy, of the small frugivorous bat Rhinophylla pumilio (Phyllostomidae), with particular emphasis on constraints females have to deal with when rearing young. Because of the scattered distribution of its main food resource, infructescences of epiphytes, we hypothesized that R. pumilio should spend most of its flight time searching for food. Because its small body size incurs higher flight costs in comparison to larger fruit-eating bats, we further proposed that it should feed within small foraging areas that are close to each other and that commuting flights between foraging areas should be short and infrequent, resulting in small home ranges. Furthermore, we predicted that lactating females would change range size as well as activity budget by performing more search flights to increase food intake for milk production and more commuting flights to feed their young during nighttime. We radiotracked 9 females (4 nonreproductive, 4 lactating, and 1 subadult) and 2 males in the primary rain forest of Nouragues, French Guiana, for a total of 49 nights. Supporting our initial prediction, the foraging strategy of R. pumilio was mostly restricted to short (40- to 120-m) search flights in a single, rather small foraging area (3.5–14.1 ha). We observed a decrease in flight distances and size of foraging area, and an increase in total flight time throughout the night in lactating females that probably transported their young and nursed them in their foraging areas at night. Finally, we propose that the sensitivity of R. pumilio to forest fragmentation reported in previous studies may in part be caused by its foraging strategy because it consists mostly of short-distance search flights that make it difficult or impossible, particularly for lactating females, to regularly cross broad expanses of inhospitable matrix in fragmented forests. Fragmentation may therefore decrease breeding success and foster population decline in this species.