Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Predictive Model for Diabetic Patients using Hybrid Twin Support Vector Machine

Twin Support Vector Machine (TSVM) is one of the most advanced machines learning approach in the area of pattern recognition. This paper proposes a predictive model based on Hybrid-TSVM (H-TSVM) for the classification of diabetic patients. The performance of the Twin Support Vector Machine is directly affected by the choice of kernel function. This research work combines two kernel functions, Polynomial and Gaussian kernel, to effectively utilize their strength. The resultant hybrid kernel function has better generalization and learning ability. The experiment has been performed on the PIMA Indian Diabetes data using 10-fold cross validation. The proposed predictive model is used to predict whether a new patient is suffering from diabetes or not. A comparative analysis of various predictive models based on PIMA Indian dataset has been performed and the accuracy of previously developed models has been compared with the proposed model and it is recognized that the performance is more accurate with the Hybrid TSVM.
Preserving Inferior Mesenteric Artery during Elective Laparoscopic Sigmoidectomy for Diverticulitis

Background: To evaluate results after Laparoscopic Sigmoid Resection (LSR) with Inferior Mesenteric Artery Preservartion (IMAP) and Superior Rectal Artery Preservation (SRAP), regarding the incidence of anastomotic leakages, denervation of the hypogastric nerves with consequent genitourinary and defecation alterations. Methods: A retrospective PUBMED research from January 2000 to January 2020 was conducted enrollying studies about patients with symptomatic diverticular disease and a surgical indication. Results: A total of 1685 patients with IMAP and SRAP were included in the study. Conclusion: This retrospective review showed that patietns with IMAP-SRAP demonstrated lower leakage rate with reduced incidence of stoma, lower incidence of defecation disorders and a good Quality of Life (QoL) compared with laparoscopic left colectomy with no IMAP.
Fairness of Exposure in Light of Incomplete Exposure Estimation

Fairness of exposure is a commonly used notion of fairness for ranking systems. It is based on the idea that all items or item groups should get exposure proportional to the merit of the item or the collective merit of the items in the group. Often, stochastic ranking policies are used to ensure fairness of exposure. Previous work unrealistically assumes that we can reliably estimate the expected exposure for all items in each ranking produced by the stochastic policy. In this work, we discuss how to approach fairness of exposure in cases where the policy contains rankings of which, due to inter-item dependencies, we cannot reliably estimate the exposure distribution. In such cases, we cannot determine whether the policy can be considered fair. % Our contributions in this paper are twofold. First, we define a method called \method for finding stochastic policies that avoid showing rankings with unknown exposure distribution to the user without having to compromise user utility or item fairness. Second, we extend the study of fairness of exposure to the top-k setting and also assess \method in this setting. We find that \method can significantly reduce the number of rankings with unknown exposure distribution without a drop in user utility or fairness compared to existing fair ranking methods, both for full-length and top-k rankings. This is an important first step in developing fair ranking methods for cases where we have incomplete knowledge about the user's behaviour.
Caregiver and Financial Resources for Time Donation

N. Abstract: SITS, Savitribai others by donating them your time and in return expecting the same amount of help from others when required. Crowdfunding is an emerging Internet-based fundraising mechanism soliciting Online time donation-based caregivers has brought new life to needy people by soliciting small monetary contributions from time donors to help others in trouble or with dreams. However, a crucial issue for caregiver platforms as well as time donation process is the problem of high donor attrition, i.e., many donors donate only once or very few times within a rather short lifecycle and then leave. Thus, it is an urgent task to analyze the factors of and then further predict the donors’ behaviors. Especially, we focus on two types of behavioral events, e.g., donation recurrence (whether one donor will make donations at some time slices in the future) and financial resources (whether one can take help by financially in future time). In this project, we present a focused study on donation recurrence and financial resource with the help of large-scale be havioral data collected from time donation. The experimental results clearly demonstrate the effectiveness of our proposed models for analyzing the donation recurrence and financially in time donation.
Assessing Indicators of Patent Quality: Complex vs. Discrete Technologies

This article compares indicators of patent quality in complex and discrete technologies using factor analysis and econometric methods. The application of common indicators such as forward citations to complex technologies has repeatedly been put into question. We study the interchangeability of indicators and their capacity to predict litigation on a sample of 9255 patents. Our results do not support the criticism. Even though there are significant differences in the behavior of indicators between samples of complex and discrete patents, issues of complex innovation do not seem to affect the interpretability of quality indicators. Consistently, both forward citations and a compound quality indicator perform equally well for complex and discrete technologies in predicting the likelihood of litigation.
COMPARATIVE STUDY OF PHYSIOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS AMONG NATIONAL LEVEL KABADDI PLAYERS OF DIFFERENT GEOGRAPHICAL REGIONS IN INDIA

ntroduction: The objective of this study was to investigate the physical characteristics among national level kabaddi players of different geographical regions in India. Another purpose of the study was to nd out the physiological characteristics among national level kabaddi players of different geographical regions in India. Methods: The subjects for the study were selected from the 150 male national level kabaddi players. 50 subjects were selected from coastal area, 50 subjects were selected from non-coastal area and while another 50 subjects was selected from hilly area. The age level of subjects was range from 20 to 25 years. All the subjects were residing at different geographical regions in India. A stand and progressive matrices organizational selected physiological characteristic is (Vital Capacity, Respiratory Rate, Blood Pressure and Pulse Rate). To nd out signicant different of physiological characteristics among national level kabaddi players of different geographical regions in India, the one-way analysis of variance was used. The level of signicance was set at . 05 levels. The result reveals the one-way analysis of variance that there was signicant (p>.05) forResults And Discussion: physiological characteristics (Vital Capacity, Respiratory Rate, Blood Pressure and Pulse Rate) among national level kabaddi players of different geographical regions in India.
Functional Characterization of Arcanobacterium pyogenes Pyolysin in an Oligomeric Form, and the Binding of CAMP Factor to IgG.

The work described in this thesis deals with two pore forming toxins, namely Arcanobacterium pyogenes pyolysin and Streptococcus agalactiae CAMP factor. Pyolysin (PLO) belongs to the homologous group of cholesterol-dependent cytolysins. In chapter 2, it is shown that PLO can form small oligomers in solution, without the requirement for any membranes or membrane lipids. These small oligomers may aggregate into larger ones on membranes; however, in solution, they apparently do not grow by addition of further monomers, as their size is virtually unaffected by variations of incubation time or toxin concentration. The small, solution-derived oligomers retain hemolytic activity. The membrane lesions observed by electron microscopy are similar to those that are formed by monomeric PLO, except that they are mostly incomplete and arc-shaped, as opposed to the predominantly ring-shaped ones formed by monomeric PLO when directly incubated with membranes. This structural difference corresponds to a detectable difference in functional pore size, as determined by marker release experiments. Thus, arc-shaped PLO oligomers may form functional pores of reduced size. In chapter 3, we show that liposomes that contain phosphatidylcholine and ceramide but no cholesterol or other sterol are susceptible to the cholesterol-dependent cytolysin pyolysin. Pyolysin, at a low rate, forms small oligomers in solution. The solution-derived oligomers are more effective on ceramide-containing liposomes than the monomeric iii toxin. In contrast, they have much lower activity on liposome membranes that contain cholesterol but no ceramide. Our findings therefore show that at least one member of the ‘cholesterol-dependent cytolysins’ is in fact not strictly dependent on the sterol. In addition, in conjunction with previous data, they suggest that the requirement for cholesterol involves early or intermediate stages of oligomer formation, rather than the final event of membrane insertion. Chapter 4 of this thesis concerns Streptococcus agalactiae CAMP factor. CAMP factor has previously been reported to bind the Fc fragments of immunoglobulin G (IgG) and has therefore also been called ‘protein B’, in analogy to protein A of Staphylococcus aureus. We attempted to characterize the interaction of protein B with IgG in more detail. In contrast to protein A, CAMP factor does not inhibit the activation of complement by hemolysin antibodies bound to sheep red cell surfaces. IgG also failed to inhibit the cohemolytic activity of CAMP factor, which it displays on sphingomyelinase-treated sheep red cells; this is in disagreement with previous findings. After co-incubation, CAMP factor and IgG were cleanly separated by gel filtration. Therefore, CAMP factor does not detectably bind to IgG.
An Overview of Proof Systems

In this survey, we compile a introduction for various constructions of argument and proof systems. We start off with a construction of linear PCPs, and then go over a construction of zk-SNARKs using square span programs. Finally, we take a look at a construction of preprocessing SNARKs from LIPs.
Exploration of Ultra Low Power Architectures for Machine Learning at the Edge

In the ﬁeld of IoT, sensor nodes have received considerable attention from both academia and industry. These small low power devices are designed to embed very simple applications, they can perform some processing, gather sensory data and communicate with other nodes in the network. However, recent advances in machine learning have made it possible to consider the implementation of smart applications in such constrained systems. In this work, we deﬁned a basic parametric model and designed a generic microcontroller architecture to evaluate the energy proﬁle of such applications in low-power sensor nodes.
IS VENTILATION NECESSARY AND SUFFICIENT FOR ACCEPTABLE INDOOR AIR QUALITY?

The role of ventilation in achieving acceptable indoor air quality is examined in the light of emerging challenges, alternative mitigation strategies and performance indices within the spatial and time matrix of the indoor environment. By considering the source of contaminants, their nature, transportation mechanism and participation in source-sink relationships, several studies have shown that it may not be feasible nor adequate to rely on ventilation alone to attain the desired level of exposure, especially with respect to airborne aerosolised droplets with infectious potential. Nonetheless, until a full characterisation of the contaminants and appropriate mitigation strategies are developed and effectively implemented, ventilation provides the generic dilution that is necessary to achieve exposure levels that are within desirable levels.
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The red alga Polysiphonia lanosa (L ) Tandy is an obligate epiphyte that primarily occurs on the fucoid brown algal basiphyte Ascophyllum nodosum (L) Le Jolis In the present study we examine how epiphytic interactions between P lanosa and A nodosum vary along a wave exposure gradient within the southern Gulf of Maine, USA P lanosa was most dense on protected shores, however because the stature of P lanosa was greater on exposed than on sheltered shores, greater biomass occurred In exposed habitats Epiphytlc P lanosa pnmanly attached to inlured vegetative bssue at exposed sites, while ~ t s occurrence was primarily receptacular at sheltered sites A significantly stronger correlation was found between host receptacle abundance and epiphyte abundance at a protected low than an exposed site As a result, the distribution of epiphytes along the host S stlpe vanes at different sites We suggest that changes in the distribution and abundance of P lanosa across this wave exposure gradient are highly influenced by vanations in the distribution and persistence of suitable attachment sites on the host plant Because both the quantity and quality of attachment sites vanes w t h exposure, we hypothesize that d~fferent processes limit or determ~ne P lanosa populations in different locations In protected sites P lanosa may be limited by the presence of adequate substrata (inlured bssue and lateral pits) where successful recruitment may occur By contrast at exposed sites the supply of P lanosa sporelings, rather than quantity of appropnate substrata, may limlt population size
Aerodynamics of Road Vehicles: From Fluid Mechanics to Vehicle Engineering. Edited by W-H. Hucho. Butterworth a Company, (Publishers) Limited, London. 1987. 566 pp. Illustrated. £45.00.

This is the English edition of a book first published in Germany in 1981 and which was based on a short course at the Haus der Technik, Essen, some ten years ago and repeated more recently. It was intended for vehicle engineers in industry and in research organisations, but it was also felt to be of great interest to stylists and designers, students and to professional writers in the car world. Thus a specialised knowledge of fluid mechanics is not assumed and indeed the second chapter provides a comprehensive yet most succinct account of the fundamentals of fluid mechanics necessary for an understanding of the various aspects of road vehicle aerodynamics presented in the other chapters.
Can learning analytics provide useful insights? An exploration on course level

This concise paper reports on an analysis of access logs of a first year university course that was delivered in a blended format. This analysis is an initial step in a wider project aimed at investigating if learning analytics can provided useful insights on course level, targeting both student learning and the needs of teachers. Preliminary findings show potential in noting when students need targeted help, a lack of correlation between access logs and grades, and insights into the degree by which course completion rates are affected by the lack of student engagement.
Multifunctional neurosynaptic devices for human perception systems

The traditional Von Neumann architecture for processing information is difficult to meet the needs of the big data era, while low-power, small-sized neurosynaptic devices can operate and store information, so that they have received extensive attention. Due to the development of artificial intelligence and robotics, neurosynaptic devices have been given high expectations and requirements. The trend of functionalization, intelligence, and integration of computing and storage is obvious. In this review, the basic principles and types of neurosynaptic devices are summarized, the achievements of neurosynaptic devices for human perception systems are discussed and a prospect on the development trend is also given.
Proposta de Gamificação de Disciplinas em um Curso de Sistemas de Informação Alternative Title: Gamified Courses in Information Systems Program

The use of game design elements in contexts unrelated to games is increasing in industrial and education al scenarios . The gamification applied to teach Information Systems can be seen a s a relevant and powerful contemporary strategy to attract st udents' attention. The present work proposes the use of gamification in t he b achelor of Information Systems program in order to engage and motivate students. Also, this work presents the initial game design for the Algorithms III and System Analysis and Design I courses .
Local Spiral Structure Traced by Red Clump Stars

Using the cross-matched data of Gaia EDR3 and the Two Micron All Sky Survey Point Source Catalog, a sample of RC stars with parallax accuracies better than 20% is identified and used to reveal the nearby spiral pattern traced by old stars. As shown in the overdensity distribution of RC stars, there is an arc-like feature extending from l ∼ 90° to ∼243°, which passes close to the Sun. This feature is probably an arm segment traced by old stars, indicating the galaxy potential in the vicinity of the Sun. With a comparison to the spiral arms depicted by young objects, we found that there are considerable offsets between the two different components of the Galactic spiral arms. The spiral arm traced by RC stars tends to have a larger pitch angle, and hence a more loosely wound pattern.
Numerical study on the effect of a lobed nozzle on the flow characteristics of submerged exhaust

In order to investigate the effecting mechanism of nozzle structure on the flow characteristics of submerged exhaust, the processes of air exhausted from a lobed nozzle and a round nozzle into water have been numerically simulated using realizable k – ε model under the framework of the volume of fluid (VOF) model. Both the flow structure and the upstream pressure fluctuations are taken into consideration. The calculated results are in good agreement with the experimental results, showing that gas exhausted from the lobed nozzle would flow along the axial direction easier. Flow structure of the gas exhausted from the lobed nozzle is more continuous and smoother. The pressure fluctuations in the upstream pipeline would also be reduced when gas exhausted from the lobed nozzle. The resulting analysis indicates that the lobed structure could deflect water flow into the gas jet. The induced water would be mixed into the gas jet in form of small droplets, making the jet more continuous. As a result, the mixed jet flow would be less obstructed by the surrounding water, and the upstream pressure fluctuation would be reduced. The work in this paper partly explained the effecting mechanism of nozzle structure on the flow characteristics of submerged exhaust. The results are useful in the designing of exhaust nozzles.
A COMPLETE OVERVIEW OF NON-FUNGIBLE TOKENS

: This research explores how Non-fungible Token (NFT)s are spreading throughout the market. NFTs have the potential to invade all of our lives from education to sports NFTs is in the play now. The outcome of this research highlights the current trend, history, and the future potential this holds.
Distance Learning in Architecture/Planning Education: A Case Study in the Faculty of Architecture at Selcuk University

This chapter introduces asynchronous learning, which is rapidly becoming a key element of institutional teaching and learning strategies with many academic departments seizing the opportunity to use new technologies to enhance their educational provision. It argues that design education has not been well served by asynchronous learning tools despite their many advantages. Educators are reluctant to use these tools due to the preconception of the unique nature of the studio-based learning of design. The purpose of this chapter is to provide an alternative media supporting the traditional studio for architec-tural/planning education that comprises digital pedagogy. Furthermore, the authors hope to bring about a better understanding of the reasons why asynchronous learning has been implemented by schools of architecture, how educators incorporated asynchronous learning into their curriculum, what advantages might be achieved, what kind of difficulties schools might encounter, and how they could be overcome in the case studies in architectural schools in Turkey.
FLUTTER VS NATIVE PLATFORM

: We looked at both flutter (a single codebase that can be used on different platforms) and native (a single codebase that can be used on multiple platforms) (multiple codes for each platform). Analyse the speed and performance of a flutter application as well as native Android and iOS applications. The conclusions are based on a comparison of many activities over time to assess if flutter technology is appropriate for mobile app development. In some cases, native programmes outperformed the flutter technique, but the flutter strategy saves massive development time without compromising user experience in others.
Resnet18 Model With Sequential Layer For Computing Accuracy On Image Classification Dataset

: This residual network has been a broad domain of research in deep learning. Many complex architectures are based upon residual networks. Residual networks are efficient due to skip connections. This paper highlights the addition of a sequential layer to the traditional RESNET 18 model for computing the accuracy of an Image classification dataset. The classification datasets such as Intel Scene dataset, CIFAR10 dataset, etc. These datasets consist of images belonging to various classes. In classification, we assign the pictures to their respective categories. The addition of a sequential layer gives the accuracy in the range of 0 to 1, which helps find the accuracy of prediction for the test set.
Comparison of four methods for DNA extraction from paraffin-embedded tissues

BACKGROUND: Because of the damage of formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded tissue (FFPET) to DNA during the production and preservation, it is difficult to extract high quality and sufficient DNA for the following researches such as polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Therefore, it is essential and urgent to investigate an effective and economic method for extraction of DNA from FFPET. OBJECTIVE: To investigate the influence of four DNA extraction methods for FFPET on DNA quality, and to identify the optimal method for DN A extraction from FFPET. METHODS: Twenty formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) tissue specimens were selected and divided into four groups according to the method for DNA extraction. Four methods included xylene dewaxing and phenol-chloroform method, improved TES dewaxing with water-bath and phenol-chloroform method, genomic DNA extraction kit, improved TES dewaxing with water-bath and genomic DNA extraction kit. The quality of obtained DNA was analyzed by electrophoresis and PCR amplification. paraffin-embedded tissue specimens, better DNA fragments could be obtained by using the improved TES dewaxing with water-bath and phenol-chloroform method and improved TES dewaxing with water-bath and genomic DNA extraction kit. The A 260 / A 280 ratio of DNA obtained by using improved TES dewaxing with water-bath and phenol-chloroform method and improved TES dewaxing with water-bath and genomic DNA extraction kit were statistically different from genomic DNA extraction kit ( P < 0.01). There was no significant difference in efficiency among four mehtods ( P > 0.1). The aim trips were as bright as the positive control when using the DNA extraction by improved TES dewaxing with water-bath and phenol-chloroform method as the template. The results demonstrated that improved TES dewaxing with water-bath and phenol-chloroform method is an optimal method for extraction of DNA from FFPET.