Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Fuzzy genes: improving the effectiveness of information retrieval

An improvement in the effectiveness of information retrieval by using genetic algorithms (GAs) and fuzzy logic is demonstrated. A new classification of information retrieval models within the framework of GAs is given. Such a classification is based on the target of the fitness function selected. When the aim of the optimization is document classification, we deal with document-oriented models. On the other hand, term-oriented models attempt to find those terms that are more discriminatory and adequate for user preferences to build a profile. A new weighting scheme based on fuzzy logic is presented for the first class of models. A comparison with other classical weighting schemes and a study of the best aggregation operators of the gene's local fitness to the overall fitness per chromosome are also presented. The deeper study of this new scheme in the term-oriented models is the main objective for future work.
Cell Generator-Based Technology Mapping by Constructive Tree-Matching and Dynamic Covering

Technology mapping is the final step of logic synthesis which consists of mapping an optimized technology independent logic network representation into a circuit realization in a given technology. An important component of the technology mapping problem is the identification of feasible library cells for the realization of the logic operators in the logic tree. There are two main classes of such matching algorithms. Library-based matching algorithms [1–4] require that all available physical components be represented explicitly in a pattern library. Sections of the logic network are then matched against this pattern list for the identification of suitable components. In contrast, cell generator-based matching techniques [6–8] accept feasibility constraints on the complexity and quantity of physical components according to limits imposed by the target technology or the capabilities of the cell generator. Hence, individual patterns are not stored in a library and are instead generated as needed. In this paper, we present a new cell generator-based constructive matching algorithm. Because the algorithm builds matched patterns incrementally, very large cell families can be accommodated using time and space resources that are proportional to the size of the largest feasible cell pattern and not the size of the library of patterns as would be the case for library-based approaches. Also, whereas existing cell generator-based matching techniques combine the tasks of matching (identification) and covering (selection), constructive matching provides more flexibility by not restricting the covering phase. Empirical results demonstrate the increased quality of the technology-mapped circuits when larger cells are available.
Performance of parallel interference cancellation with reverse-link synchronous transmission technique for DS-CDMA system in multipath fading channels

This paper introduces an improved multistage parallel interference cancellation (PIC) technique in which the reverse-link synchronous transmission technique (RLSTT) is employed to improve the estimation of data at the initial stage. Because the subtraction of an interfering signal based on an incorrect bit decision quadruples the interference power for that signal, the relatively high decision bit error rate (BER) may lead to a poor cancellation or even a higher BER at the following stages. The RLSTT is a robust approach, which takes into account the fact that the tentative decision at the earlier stages is less reliable than the following stages and lets the earlier cancellation be more reliable. Theoretical analysis demonstrates that a better transmission performance can be achieved by using the RLSTT at the initial stage of PIC.
Magnitude of herbivory in "Poseidonia oceanica" (L.) Delile and factors responsible for spatial variation

La revaluacio a gran escala espacial (> de 300 Km) i mitjancant metodes de quantificacio directa, del impacte de lherbivorisme en els ecosistemes de "Posidonia oceanica" va revelar perdues de biomassa foliar molt superiors a les estimes anteriors basades en metodes indirectes (i.e. frequencia de marques daccio). En promig anual, els herbivors causen la perdua de aproximadament el 57% de la produccio foliar, si be existeixen diferencies estacionals importants i las majors pressions es produeixen durant el periode estival. El peix "Sarpa salpa" serigeix com lherbivor principal, amb unes taxes de defoliacio al voltant del 40% de la produccio foliar anual (70% de lherbivorisme) seguit por la garota "Paracentrotus lividus" (17% de la produccio foliar y 30% de lherbivorisme). Tot i aixi, es detecta tambe lexistencia de una gran variabilitat espacial, amb valors de pressio de lherbivorisme que fluctuen entre el 23 y mes del 85% de la produccio foliar en funcio de la localitat. Mer mig els factors causants daquestes diferencies, la pesca y la disponibilitat de "P. oceanica" com habitat y com recurs de alimentacio, van estar identificats com els mes influents per a la estructura poblacional de "S. salpa". Lefecte de la pressio pesquera va resultar en una disminucio del numero de individus i per tant de la pressio de lherbivorisme. Pel contrari, lefecte de la disponibilitat de "P. oceanica" dins de lextensio territorial de "S. salpa", va causar la seva concentracio sobre el recurs, i per tant, en lincrement de la pressio de lherbivorisme. Pel que respecta a "P. lividus", els aports de nous individues a la poblacio es produeixen per dos processos fonamentals: la migracio des del substrat rocos amb contacte directe amb la pradera i la disponibilitat destructura de mata dels rizomes de la "P. oceanica" com element vinculat al refugi i/ o lalimentacio dels estadis primerencs daquesta especie i sense la qual no es detecta reclutament. Altres agents de variabilitat tals como canvis quantitatius i qualitatius induits per la disponibilitat de nutrients (ex. biomassa i composicio de les comunitats depifits foliars, contingut de nutrients a la planta i als epifits), si be, capacos dalterar les preferencies de "S. salpa" per a la "P. oceanica", posseeixen, a la escala espacial estudiada, un rang de variabilitat inferior a la dels factors de tipus paisatgistic i a la influencia de la pesca. Per tant, els resultats daquesta tesis indiquen que la pressio de lherbivorisme pot assolir magnituds localment molt rellevants i que aquestes son el resultat de linteraccio entre les alteracions humanes al medi (i.e. perdua dhabitat i reduccio de les abundancies d herbivors) i la biologia de les especies amb referencia al seu particular us de lhabitat.
Special Section: A Memorial Tribute: The VADO Approach in Psychiatric Rehabilitation: A Randomized Controlled Trial

1778 T he results of a recent study of a representative sample of Italian psychiatric services have shown that only 35 percent of patients with schizophrenia who live with their own family are in a psychosocial rehabilitation program and that only 66 percent of these programs ask clients to define their personal goals (1). The most important likely causes are the psychodynamic orientation of many rehabilitation managers, the scarcity of mental health workers trained to teach social and work skills, and the absence of a structured framework to guide rehabilitation practice (2). In 1998 the rehabilitation unit of the Fatebenefratelli Institute of Brescia (Italy), in collaboration with the Italian National Institute of Health and the Institute of Psychiatry of the University of Naples, published a short handbook for the planning and evaluation of rehabilitative interventions in psychiatric centers. The handbook was called VADO—Valutazione delle Abilita e Definizione degli Obiettivi (in English, Skills Assessment and Definition of Goals) (3). It was inspired by the Boston Rehabilitation Center’s approach (4), which identifies patients’ skill deficits and strengths and plans rehabilitative interventions strictly related to patients’ goals. The efficacy of the VADO approach was assessed with a multicenter partially randomized controlled The VADO Approach in Psychiatric Rehabilitation: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Advanced animation and rendering techniques

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New Directions for Research in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

Soft-tissue rheumatism is common, and we are all familiar with and often quote figures for days of work lost because of its various forms. Nevertheless, understanding of the causes and treatment of the various types of soft-tissue rheumatism is very limited. This is a field that James Cyriax has made his own and likes to term 'orthopaedic medicine'. In this new and enlarged volume of his textbook he explains that his approach is as the physician counterpart of the orthopaedic surgeon. He describes the diagnosis and assessment of numerous syndromes and dwells in detail on the clinical history and physical examination. In general, x-rays and other objective tests such as blood tests are of little value. The physician 'must take great pains to be right, for contrary evidence is often not available to bring an error to his notice'. However, this is the nub of the problem. Without support from pathological studies there is generally no consensus view about these syndromes. Equally, the management of them is described in rather a didactic fashion, yet we lack knowledge of their natural histories and remission rates and controlled trials of alternative forms of therapy. Low back pain receives special attention Here Cyriax believes that most cases are due to disc lesions. He mentions specific spinal diseases such as ankylosing spondylitis but denies vehemently that back pain can be due to facet joint lesions. The more defined rheumatic diseases are dealt with relatively briefly. Here one feels on firmer ground, yet there are points of disagreement. For example, polymyalgia rheumatica is described as bilateral monarticular rheumatoid arthritis of the shoulders. In inflammatory arthritis there is an emphasis on the use of intraarticular triamcinolone that seems excessive. Cyriax is to be congratulated for concentrating on an extremely difficult field. Although there is much that is controversial, this volume should stimulate us to think more deeply about these common problems. M. JAYSON New Directions for Research in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus. Proceedings of a conference sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation. Arthritis and Rheumatism, 21, No. 5 (Supplement), June 1978. (US $15; $10 for orders of 100 or more.) Arthritis Foundation, 3400 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1101, Atlanta, Ga 30326, USA. 1978.
Global adaptive output feedback controllers with application to nonlinear friction compensation

In this paper we consider a class of nonlinear systems in which a set of constant parameters is unknown and some state variables are not available for measurement. For such systems we provide a constructive procedure for the solution of the global adaptive tracking problem with dynamic partial state feedback. We illustrate an application of the control strategy to the adaptive nonlinear friction compensation of a DC motor servomechanism. We improve previous results in two directions: we allow for a subset of the unmeasurable states to enter in the system nonlinearly; we consider systems which are linearly parametrized with respect to a set of unknown constant parameters.
Parâmetros da marcha em portadores de diabetes mellitus DOI:10.5007/1980-0037.2010v12n2p155

Resumo – O Diabetes mellitus e uma enfermidade cronica que leva a alteracoes sensitivas e motoras. Tais alteracoes comprometem o equilibrio e a deambulacao, predispondo seus portadores a ocorrencia de quedas. Esta revisao teve por objetivo levantar, na literatura recente, estudos que visassem avaliar parâmetros da marcha e aspectos envolvidos com a deambulacao. Para isso, foi realizada uma busca nas bases de dados MEDLINE, SciELO, LILACS e PEDro, cruzando as palavras-chave: Neuropatias Diabeticas x Marcha; Diabetes Mellitus x Marcha e Pe Diabetico x Marcha. Apos passarem pelos criterios de selecao, foram obtidos 15 artigos, os quais foram sintetizados e discutidos, sendo, portanto, incluidos nesta revisao. Ficou claro que a neuropatia diabetica leva a deficits na amplitude do passo, velocidade e cadencia da marcha em superficies planas, sem mudancas bruscas de direcao ou paradas, e deficits de equilibrio e coordenacao em aclives, declives e terrenos irregulares. Acarreta, tambem, aumento dos indices de pressao plantar e, devido a alteracao de ativacao do triceps sural, dificuldade na fase de apoio terminal e pre-balanco. Assim, o proximo con tato inicial ocorrera de maneira inadequada, com o antepe e sem absorcao de choques. Palavras-chave: Diabetes mellitus; Neuropatias diabeticas; Marcha; Acidentes por quedas.
Dating Charles Ives's Music: Facts and Fictions

i ECENT SCHOLARSHIP HAS aggressively questioned the image of Charles I ves as a remarkably original musical thinker and one of the great innovators of the early twentieth century. Under attack is the credibility of the dates Ives provided for his music, indications of when he developed his unique musical conceptions and innovative techniques. H. Wiley Hitchcock and Noel Zahler, quoting from an interview of Elliott Carter in 1969, argue that as Ives's musical taste changed, he revised his music: he had a "tendency in the late 1920s and thereafter to go back to earlier scores and
Student views of using e-learning tools to facilitate independent learning of anatomy and physiology

The ability to undertake life-long learning is essential in the world today and this requires independent learning skills. A growing body of evidence suggests integration of computer assisted learning could potentially replace face-to-face teaching entirely with no detriment to students. Case study methodology was therefore utilised to investigate studentsA¢â¬â¢ perceptions of the use of online resources to replace face-to-face teaching and the impact of this approach on student outcomes when learning anatomy and physiology. Concurrent mixed methods, incorporating pragmatic comparison of summative assessment scores with a questionnaire gathering student opinion of this learning method, were used. Students had access to typical Anatomy and Physiology Computer Aided Learning resources. Additional adaptive learning activities (ALA) and homework quizzes were provided. Directed study was given for every topic. All but four topics were supported by interactive workshops; these four were supported by additional ALA and an optional A¢â¬Edrop inA¢â¬â¢ session. The results indicated no difference in student outcome for topics taught with and without workshop support. However, although students understood the rationale for the change and sufficient guidance was given, they found the independent learning challenging due to lack of intrinsic motivation and confidence. Engagement with ALA and homework quizzes was limited. Students do not want more independent learning and like the confidence provided by attending workshops. Using more selective online resources may be beneficial and ensuring that materials addressed online are used in other classes may be a way forwards, thus ensuring a constructivist approach to learning while encouraging more independent learning. Roberts Student views of using e-learning tools to facilitate independent learning of anatomy and physiology Journal of Learning Development in Higher Education, Issue 9: July 2015 2 Keywords: Computer Aided Learning; adaptive learning activities; constructivist learning; motivation; perceptions.
STRUKTUR DAN TEKSTUR DRAMA KABALE UND LIEBE KARYA FRIEDRICH SCHILLER

Drama has two dimensions that can be enjoyed and appreciated. There are literature dimensions and show dimension (Hassanudin in Dewojati, 2010:8). The beautiful drama built from the structure and texture. Therefore, research question posed in this research is (1) how is the structures in drama Kabale und Liebe by Friedrich Schiller and (2) how is the texture in drama Kabale und Liebe by Friedrich Schiller. This research aimed to (1) describe the structure of drama Kabale und Liebe by Friedrich Schiller and (2) describe the texture of drama Kabale und Liebe by Friedrich Schiller. This research uses Kernodle drama structure and texture theory. Structure of drama consists of plot, character and theme, and texture consists of dialogue, mood and spectacle. This research use qualitative desciptive research. The source of this research data is the script of drama Kabale und Liebe. Technique of read notes is used to collect data in the form of dialogue, words or phrases that contain elements of structure and texture. Results of the research about structure and texture of drama Kabale und Liebe is plot the story ended tragically with the death of the main Character. Character is divided into two type, there are Hauptcharakter (main characters) namely Luise and Ferdinand and Nebencharakter (supporting characters) namely President, Miller, Frau, Wurm, Lady Milford, Hofmarshall, Sophie and Kammerdiener. Then the theme is a love story that ended tragically because of differences social status. Kabale und Liebe drama has 4 monologues by Luise (1), Ferdinand (3), Lady Milford (1). Mood that displayed in each round of the atmosphere is tension, but there is also an atmosphere of restlessness, sadness, emotion, annoyance, worry and regret. The Spectacle shows that this drama does not require a complicated stage setting and does not use many properties to support the storyline. Keyword: Drama, Structure, Texture.
Windows Nt Server 4 Professional Reference

From the Publisher: Windows NT Server Professional Reference, Volume I, Second Edition is the benchmark of references available for Window NT Server 4.0. Although other titles take you through the setup and implementation phase of 4.0, no other product provides the user with answers to day-to-day administration problems and tasks. Real-world implementations are key in helping administrators discover the most viable solutions for their particular environments. This book extends the administrator s knowledge base to include 4.0, and how it integrates with other Microsoft BackOffice products. It shows administrators how to manage, troubleshoot, and fix problems that are specific to this version of NT, as well as its new Internet features. Customize installation of Windows NT Server Manage the Windows NT domain controller Configure multiple protocol architectures
Calidad de vida y depresión en el estudio EPIDOR

Objectives: To evaluate pain control, quality of life, the prevalence of depressive symptoms, and their characteristics in rheumatology patients. Methods: A cross-sectional study of 1134 randomized patients attending outpatient rheumatology clinics was performed. Pain prevalence and intensity among all patients included in the study was determined by a Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and by the Brief Pain Inventory (BPI). Satisfaction with treatment was evaluated by a five-point Likert-like scale, quality of life was assessed by the SF-36 questionnaire and the presence of symptoms of depression was analyzed by the Zung scale. Result: The prevalence of chronic pain was 96.2%. The most frequent treatments were nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) (57.5%) and acetaminophen (29.8%); combined analgesics were taken only by 18% of the patients and opioids by less than 6%. The degree of satisfaction with treatment was fair or poor among 45% of the studied patients. More than 90% of the patients had some kind of depressive symptoms. Pain intensity and the degree of treatment satisfaction were associated with the severity of depressive symptoms and lower quality of life in these patients. Conclusion: Patients with musculoskeletal disease managed in outpatient rheumatology clinics report a low degree of satisfaction with pain control, which influences their lower quality of life and the presence of associated depressive symptoms.
Changting Hakka Tone Sandhi: Analytical Challenges

The Hakka dialect of Changting exhibits extraordinarily complex tone sandhi patterns, that present daunting analytical challenges to any theory, including rulebased generative model as well as Optimality Theory. This paper examines the possible extensions and logical moves within both theories, and concludes that both theoretical models in their current form fall short of their descriptive goals. Hakka is a limiting case that severely tests the adequacy of conceptual tools at our disposal.
Online Education: Perspectives on a New Environment

From the Publisher: This groundbreaking volume offers a comprehensive introduction to educational computer-mediated communication (CMC) by presenting theoretical frameworks, design paradigms, and research methodologies for analyzing and shaping this new field of educational activity. The contributors provide a range of perspectives and approaches for understanding the educational applications of such innovations as electronic mail and computer conferencing networks and provide an extensive bibliography to assist those working on educational CMC.
Sistemas p-fuzzy unidimensionais com condição ambiental

Resumo. O objetivo deste trabalho e propor um Sistema Dinâmico P-fuzzy para modelar a dinâmica populacional de uma especie que leve em conta fatores extrinsecos da especie envolvida. Estes fatores sao representados por uma Condicao Ambiental, que e definida e acoplada ao Sistema P-fuzzy unidimensional. Simulacoes e experimentos computacionais feitos com o auxilio da Fuzzy Logic Toolbox do software Matlab sao realizados e seus resultados sao comentados. Palavras-chave: Logica Fuzzy, Sistemas P-fuzzy, Condicao Ambiental.
Review of research that links posture defects to the incidence of sports injuries

The hypothesis that posture defects are a risk factor for running injuries is frequently advanced. Surprisingly, there is little direct evidence of such a relationship in runners at present: there is better evidence in team-games. Shambaugh et al (1991) took nine different structural measures on basketball players prior to the start of the season and found that in individuals who suffered lower-extremity inju­ ries the following were more than one standard deviation above the mean for non-injured players: bilat­ eral weight difference, quadriceps girth, Q-angle, rear-foot valgus, and leg length measures. A logistic regression equation developed from the data was able to correctly predict the injury status of 91.5% of the players. The equation contained the variables: Weight difference, left Q angle, right Q angle. In a study on top-level hurlers (Hennessy and Watson 1993) found that lumbar lordosis was a predictor of hamstring strain and Powers et al 1995 report that rear-foot posture is related to the incidence of patellofemoral pain. In a two-year prospective study Watson (1996) examined the relationship of 15 posture variables to the incidence of sports injury in a group of 52 footballers. He found that four types of injuries strains, back injuries, ankle injuries and knee injuries were each associated with particular posture defects, the most important of which were defects of: ankle mechanics, lumbar lordosis, back and shoulder symmetry and knee interspace. Cowan et al 1996 have reported similar results in army cadets. Taken together, the above studies suggest that precise measurements including photographic analysis of posture -are necessary in order to identify athletes at risk of injury.