Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
The New Tycoons: Inside the Trillion Dollar Private Equity Industry That Owns Everything

A Visual Tour of Private Equity xi Deciphering Private Equity xv Prologue xix Chapter 1 Find the Money 1 Chapter 2 All the Money in the World 19 Chapter 3 The L Word 43 Chapter 4 You Bought a Toilet Seat? When Was the Last Time 55 Chapter 5 Modern Art 73 Chapter 6 Put on Your Boots 95 Chapter 7 Aura of Cool 111 Chapter 8 Hundreds and Billions 123 Chapter 9 Take This Exit 141 Chapter 10 The Taxman Cometh 155 Chapter 11 It s a Steve, Steve, Steve World 165 Chapter 12 Not-So-Private Equity 187 Afterword 199 Notes 203 Acknowledgments 211 About the Author 215 Index 217
Soil Liquefaction: A Critical State Approach

1. Introduction 2. Dilitancy and the State Parameter 3. Constitutive Modelling for Liquefaction 4. Measuring State Parameter in situ 5. Soil Variability and Characteristic States 6. Static Liquefaction and Post Liquefaction Strength 7. Cyclic Stress Induced Liquefaction 8. Concluding Remarks. References. Appendix A: Stress and Strain Measures Appendix B: Laboratory Testing to Determine the Critical State of Sands Appendix C: The Critical Friction Ratio M Appendix D: Norsand Derivations Appendix E: Calibration Chamber Test Data Appendix F: Some Case Histories Involving Flow Liquefaction
Instruction to deliver : Tony Blair, public services and the challenge of achieving targets

It sounded a noble aim, for New Labour to prioritise education, education, education. The method they chose since coming to power was a relentless attempt to raise standards by an obsession with tests and exams in every school, almost at every age level. (Ages 5, 7, 11, 14, 16, 17 and 18.) By using these scores to hold schools to account as never before, they planned to focus attention on each pupil's progress and thereby raise total standards. However well intentioned, it has become clear that these tests also have damaging side effects, as teachers are forced to adopt shortcuts to improve statistics, whether or not they are in the pupil's best interest. The tests may be good for government, but they do not produce a rounded child, and standards do not rise as hoped for. Warwick Mansell, a journalist with the TES, is the only journalist researching the subject in detail, and reveals how intention and practice widely differ so widely.
PRACTICAL ISSUES WHEN CONSIDERING NON-EMBEDDED TRAFFIC DETECTION TECHNOLOGIES

Non-embedded traffic sensors are becoming more prevalent in freeway management, signal control, and traffic monitoring applications. While embedded loops have been traditionally used in these applications, they pose operational and maintenance issues. Non-embedded sensors are placed outside the road surface, do not require road closures during installation, utilize existing support structures, and have less complicated wiring. Their disadvantages include possible inaccuracies resulting from occlusion, power sources, and limitations and constraints on communications. Non-embedded sensors can be either active or passive. Active sensors, which send out a signal and receive a response, include radar-based sensors, active infrared sensors, ultra-sonic, and scanning lasers. Passive sensors detect without sending a signal, and these include cameras, acoustic sensors, and passive infrared sensors. The article also relates an experience in Virginia of deploying non-embedded traffic monitors and self monitoring cabinets in a real-time traffic and traveler information system application.
LandSAGE

LandSAGE is a geospatial visualization tool developed with the goal of providing decision support capabilities to countries in Southeast Asia, allowing scientists, engineers, and decision makers to monitor and mitigate costly natural disasters, namely landslides and flooding. The project is a multi-national collaborative effort, involving beneficiaries from the countries of Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos. In this work, we present a brief overview of the scope and scale of the first out of three phases of this project, culminating in the development of a geospatial visualization application, specially engineered to run on SAGE2 powered CyberCANOEs. This application ties together both real-time and historical hydrological and meteorological data, from sensor networks spanning the countries of Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam.
Learning in the Fast Lane

Dale Phillips, a night-shift maintenance supervisor at BMW's plant in Spartanburg, S.C. , is busy balancing a full-time job with online coursework to complete a bachelor's degree in management. He oversees a team of equipment-services associates in the plant's paint shop, whose duties include preventing equipment breakdowns in the conveyors, lifts, pumps, and industrial robots. He says he never envisioned such a career until four years ago, when he started at the plant as an apprentice after spending most of his 20s and 30s as a grocery store manager.
PARKING PERSPECTIVES. A SOURCEBOOK FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF PARKING POLICY

This study has been conducted as part of the Rees Jeffreys Road Fund's "Static Transport" initiative, with funding from the University of Westminster. The first part of the study examines patterns of parking activity, at both the home and non-home end of the car trip, and the role of public attitudes and behaviour in determining the way in which parking demand interacts with supply. Although the average car spends over 95% of its time parked, there is relatively little material published on parking activity in the United Kingdom, and original analyses of national and London data are reported. The second part of the study explores the way in which parking policy is currently formulated and implemented, both in general terms and in relation to the application of parking standards and the enforcement of parking regulations. The third part considers the provision and management of on and off-street parking space, and identifies principles of good design.
Factors Associated with Limited Level of Health Literacy on Application of Health Information Related to Opioid Use in Kachin State, Myanmar

Introduction: Opioid abuse has caused immense suffering for people in Myanmar especially in Kachin and Shan States. Promoting health literacy relevant to opioid use can lessen those problems but little is known about opioid literacy level of general population. Thus, objectives of this study were to find out the prevalence of literacy level on application of health information relevant to opioid use and the factors affecting the limited level of opioid literacy among adult males in Kachin State, Myanmar. Method and Materials: A total of 327 adult males in Kachin State who had never used illicit drugs were selected for this cross-sectional study. A sub-scale of the European Health Literacy Questionnaire, HLS-EU-Q47, was adapted to assess the level of application on opioid-related health information. Data were collected from July to August 2019 through face to face interview with the participants. Multiple logistic analysis was performed to find out the association. Result: 61.47% of the participants had limited level of literacy in terms of application of opioid-related health information. The findings indicated that not being Bamar (AOR= 3.61, 95% CI = 1.97-6.63, p <0.001), being unemployed (AOR=2.44, 95% CI= 1.38-4.30, p <0.01) and not having siblings who used opioids (AOR=2.47, 95% CI= 1.10-5.56, p <0.05) were more likely to have limited level of literacy in terms of applying opioid-related health information. Discussion: Socioeconomic and environmental factors had influence on health literacy especially application of health information relevant to opioid use. It is important to take appropriate measures to improve opioid-related health literacy particularly among the vulnerable groups to help prevent them from drug use and its
Performance of weathering steel in bridges

This report contains the findings of a comprehensive assessment of the performance of weathering steel in bridges based on a review of the literature, a survey of practice in highway agencies and other organizations, and contact with selected individuals knowledgeable on the subject. The report should be of value to structural engineers and others interested in the design, construction, and maintenance of steel bridges. The objectives of this research project are (1) to assemble a systematic body of information on the performance of weathering steel, (2) to document and evaluate the current state of practice, and (3) to develop, where feasible, practical guidelines for design, construction maintenance, and rehabilitation of bridges using this material. The findings of the first phase of research are presented in this report and relate primarily to the first two objectives. In Phase I, problems that have developed in bridges were identified, and other factors that have limited the use of weathering steel in the United States and abroad were analyzed. The topics considered included: corrosion, salt exposure, other environmental factors, pitting, fatigue, in-service inspectability, location within the bridge, structural details, shims and bearings, bolted connections, welding, adequacy of specifications, alloy content of the steel, initial cleaning and painting, remedial cleaning and painting, and adverse effects of corrosion on fatigue life. In addition, existing experimental and field performance data were assembled, and the current state of practice in regard to the use of weathering steel in bridges was evaluated.
Atrial Fibrillation Detection Algorithm Evaluation and Implementation in Java

Atrial fibrillation is a common heart arrhythmia which is characterized by a missing or irregular contraction of the atria. The disease is a risk factor for other more serious diseases and the total medical costs in society are extensive. Therefore it would be beneficial to improve and optimize the prevention and detection of the disease. Pulse palpation and heart auscultation can facilitate the detection of atrial fibrillation clinically, but the diagnosis is generally confirmed by an ECG examination. Today there are several algorithms that detect atrial fibrillation by analysing an ECG. A common method is to study the heart rate variability (HRV) and by different types of statistical calculations find episodes of atrial fibrillation which deviates from normal sinus rhythm. Two algorithms for detection of atrial fibrillation have been evaluated in Matlab. One is based on the coefficient of variation and the other uses a logistic regression model. Training and testing of the algorithms were done with data from the Physionet MIT database. Several steps of signal processing were used to remove different types of noise and artefacts before the data could be used. When testing the algorithms, the CV algorithm performed with a sensitivity of 91,38%, a specificity of 93,93% and accuracy of 92,92%, and the results of the logistic regression algorithm was a sensitivity of 97,23%, specificity of 93,79% and accuracy of 95,39%. The logistic regression algorithm performed better and was chosen for implementation in Java, where it achieved a sensitivity of 97,31%, specificity of 93,47% and accuracy of 95,25%.
Learning to See Creatively: Design, Color & Composition in Photography

Almost everyone can "see" in the conventional sense, but developing photographic vision takes practice. This work helps photographers visualize their work, and the world, in a whole new light. This revised and rewritten guide takes a radical approach to creativity. It explains how it is not some gift only for a few, but actually a skill that can be learned and applied. Using inventive photographs from his own portfolio, the author deconstructs creativity for photographers. He details the basic techniques that went into not only taking a particular photo, but also provides insights on how to improve upon it, so helping readers avoid the visual pitfalls that can lead to dull photographs. This edition features informaton on digital photography and digital imaging software, as well as a section on colour as a design element.
Virtual Screening in Drug Discovery

Preface List of Contributors Perspectives on Virtual Screening Virtual Screening: Scope and Limitations, G. Klebe Addressing the Virtual Screening Challenge-The Flex* Approach, M. Gastreich, C. Lemmen, H. Briem, and M. Rarey An Analysis of Critical Factors Affecting Docking and Scoring, E. Perola, W.P. Walters, and P.S. Charifson Compound and Hit Suitability for Virtual Screening Compound Selection for Virtual Screening, T.I. Oprea, C. Bologa, and M. Olah Experimental Identification of Promiscuous, Aggregate-Forming Screening Hits, S.L. McGovern Ligand-Based Virtual Screening Appraoches Data Mining Approaches for Enhancement of Knowledge-Based Content of De Novo Chemical Libraries, N.P. Savchuk and V. Balakin Pharmacophore-Based Virtual Screening: A Practical Perspective, J.H. Van Drie Using Pharmacophore Multiplet Fingerprints for Virtual HTS, R.D. Clark, P.C. Fox, and E. Abrahamian Important Considerations Impacting Molecular Docking Potential Functions for Virtual Screening and Ligand Binding Calculations: Some Theoretical Considerations, K.A. Sharp Solvation-Based Scoring for High-Throughput Docking, T.S. Rush III, E. Manas, G. Tawa, and J. Alvarez Classification of Ligand-Receptor Complexes Based on Receptor Binding Site Characteristics, M.S.L. Lim-Wilby, T.A. Lyons, M. Dooley, A. Goupil-Lamy, S. Patel, C. Schneider, R. Hoffman, H-O. Bertrand, and O.F. Guner Docking Strategies and Algorithms A Practical Guide to DOCK 5, D.T. Moustakas, S.C. H. Pegg, and I.D. Kuntz Pharmacophore-Based Molecular Docking: A Practical Guide, D. Joseph-McCarthy, I.J. McFayden, J. Zou, G. Walker, and J.C. Alvarez Fragment Based High Throughput Docking, P. Kolb, M. Cecchini, D. Huang, and A. Caflisch Protein-Ligand Docking and Virtual Screening With GOLD, J.C. Cole, J. Willem, M. Nissink, and R. Taylor A Brief History of Glide: A New Paradigm for Docking and Scoring in Virtual Screening, T. A. Halgren, R. B. Murphy, and R.A. Friesner
ABNORMAL INCIDENT DETECTION SYSTEM EMPLOYING IMAGE PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY

Reportedly, accidents and disabled cars accounted for 20% of all the causes of congestion on Metropolitan Expressway. For this reason, the Metropolitan Expressway Public Corporation (MEPC) had been called for earlier discovery of any abnormal incidents such as accidents, disabled cars, fallen objects, etc. to secure safety and alleviate congestion. To meet this demand, the MEPC has been putting forward a feasibility study for the introduction of an automatic abnormal incident detection system employing image processing technology. In 1997, it began operating the system on a trial basis in the tunnel sections of the expressway. This paper outlines the feasibility study conducted on the experimental system including the results of various verification tests. For the covering abstract see IRRD E102946.
ARE THERE BETTER WAYS TO PREDICT RECIDIVISM

Driving-under-the-influence (DUI) recidivists pose a unique problem in road safety because of their apparent inability to respond to the preventative measures that have been put in place to ensure road safety. This relatively small sub-group of drivers cause a disproportionably large number of victims. The majority of offenders are men - 95% in a Quebec study (Bergeron et al, in process). As a group, they have been punished, quite severely in many instances, and still use their car when drunk in spite of the understanding that a second or third offence involves more severe punishment than the previous one(s). Alcohol ignition interlock recorders have significantly reduced recidivism for the minority of offenders who have been willing to participate but outcome studies show that once the device is removed, the rate of DUI is comparable to those offenders who refused to participate (Voas et al, 1999, SAAQ, unpublished data). DUI can be put to a halt by environmental contingencies, but the intention to relapse appears to remain unaffected. In the language of motivation, motivation remains extrinsic (the behavior is performed because of external constraints), it never becomes intrinsic (an integral part of the person's behavioural repertoire). This lack of conscience and ongoing disrespect of the social consensus constitute one of the most significant challenges in road safety today. (A) For the covering abstract of the conference, see ITRD Abstract No. E201067.
Three-dimensional photonic devices fabricated by ultrafast lasers for optical sensing in lab-on-a-chip

We report on the use of femtosecond laser pulses to fabricate photonic devices (waveguides and interferometers) inside commercial CE chips without affecting the manufacturing procedure of the microfluidic part of the device. The fabrication of single waveguides intersecting the channels allows one to perform absorption or Laser Induced Fluorescence (LIF) sensing of the molecules separated inside the microchannels. Microfluidic channels, with access holes, are fabricated using femtosecond laser irradiation followed by chemical etching. Mach-Zehnder interferometers are used for label-free sensing of the samples flowing in the microfluidic channels by means of refractive index changes detection.
Each one a hero : the philosophy of symbiosis

The word symbiosis comes from the Greek term for "living together" - referring to a relationship between two or more organisms that is not only advantageous but necessary to both. Today, as national boundaries give way to larger economic alliances, increased discussion and interchange is imperative. Kisho Kurokawa, the noted Japanese architect and urban planner, argues that symbiosis is the means to this end. Symbiosis differs basically from concepts of harmony or peace, because it encompasses both opposition and competition. The author sees evidence everywhere that an increasingly symbiotic attitude is taking root around the world, not only in shifts toward democracy and interreliance but in the growing emphasis on pluralism, multiculturalism, and especially ecology - "the symbiosis of diverse species. " The book touches on the writer's areas of professional specialization - architecture and urban planning - but the philosophy of symbiosis, which already boasts a substantial following among some of the world's most prominent political and business leaders, concerns us all. In addition to multiple issues of direct concern to the evolving relationship - economic, political, and cultural - between the West and Japan, the second half of Each One a Hero: The Philosophy of Symbiosis analyzes in detail the Asian Renaissance underway today. A spotlight is thrown on Malaysia and the plan for a Multimedia Super Corridor, or Eco-Media City, currently attracting global notice and investment.
Evaluation of a Computer-Vision Tracking System for Collecting Traffic Data

This paper evaluates a video-based traffic monitoring system developed at Clemson University that is capable of collecting vehicle count, speed, and classification data. In contrast with traditional video-based approaches based upon virtual detection zones, the system relies upon a combination of computer vision techniques to track vehicles through the series of image frames. Vehicles are classified using an algorithm that calculates a vehicle’s length, width, and height. The system is evaluated based on its ability to collect volume, speed, and classification data using more than 90 hours of traffic data collected from installations along highways in New York, Maryland, and South Carolina. The evaluation is performed with respect to sensors installed at the locations, where available, as well as with respect to ground truth obtained by manually viewing the video. The system’s performance is measured under different environmental conditions, at different times of day/night, with and without shadows, and with cameras both low and high off the ground. Overall, the system is able to produce counts hourly per-lane counts with less than 5% error, with the error reducing to less than 0.5% when aggregated over a 24-hour period. Average speeds are estimated with less than 1 mph error, and vehicles are classified into three length-based bins with less than 3% error.
Personal Mobility Sharing: A Simulation Study

Standing type personal mobility is promising for future urban transportation. In communities, sharing a personal mobility unit is more beneficial than individual ownership. In this paper, the authors conduct a multi-agent simulation to investigate how human behavior changes, especially modal shift, when such mobility units are introduced. The authors develop a prototype simulator in anticipation of the high demand for personal mobility sharing stations; in particular, the authors focus on station location and capacity. Simulation parameters are determined by experiments conducted in the Mobility Robot Experimental Zone in Tsukuba using a Toyota Winglet and by analyzing data collected from questionnaires. The goal of their simulation is to predict and plan for future demands for personal mobility transportation.
Pharmacological Study of Weight Losing of Liraglutide Loaded Within Layered Double Hydroxide Carrier

The anti-diabetic drug liraglutide was loaded within LDH nanoparticles using the Fe +3 , Al +3 , Fe +2 and Ni +2 ions, the preparation of LDH was carried out via the titration of 2M of NaOH with trivalent and divalent ions in presence 0.5M HCl, the prepared compounds of liraglutide with LDH were tasted with selective groups of rats. The compounds were characterized with Fourier transform infra-red (FTIR), X-ray diffraction (XRD), Atomic force microscopy (AFM), Zeta potential and Scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The animals that injected with weekly dose of the prepared compounds shows the weight reduction comparative with that of the animals injected daily dose of pure liraglutide.
COMPREHENSIVE ENGINEERING APPROACH TO ACHIEVING SAFE NEIGHBORHOODS

Steady increases in travel demand coupled with minimal increases in arterial street capacity have led to an increase in traffic-related safety problems in residential neighborhoods. These problems stem from the significant number of motorists that divert from the arterial to the residential street system in an effort to avoid arterial-related delays. Diverted motorists add to neighborhood traffic volumes and increase crash exposure for pedestrians, bicyclists, and other vehicles. In addition, diverted motorists often drive at excessive speed, which increases both the potential for a crash and its severity. The objective of this research was to develop guidelines for the use of both neighborhood traffic management and corridor traffic management techniques that have the potential to reduce speed or cut-through volume on the local street system. The approach taken to conduct this research was to develop as much of the guideline material through a synthesis of the literature and to supplement this synthesis with some investigative research in areas where information was lacking. A model was developed for this research that can predict the percent of arterial drivers that cut-through the adjacent neighborhood streets. The data used to develop this model were obtained from extensive simulations of a typical city street system that includes arterial, collector, and local streets. The model variables include average arterial travel speed, signal density (in signals per mile), and the degree of saturation of the signalized intersections on the arterial. Percent cut-through traffic was found to range from 0.0 to 30% of the arterial volume, with the higher percentage associated with oversaturated signalized intersections. Several recommendations for future research in the area of traffic management techniques were developed. Fundamentally, it is recommended that additional research be conducted on the effectiveness of alternative traffic management techniques. For neighborhood traffic management techniques, before-and-after data are needed to assess technique effectiveness in terms of volume reduction, speed reduction, and crash reduction. For corridor traffic management, further research efforts are necessary to verify the accuracy of the cut-through traffic prediction model developed for this research.