Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Applying Architectural Patterns for Parallel Programming: Solving a Matrix Multiplication

The Architectural Patterns for Parallel Programming is a set of patterns along with a method for designing the coordination of parallel software systems. Their application takes as input: (a) the available parallel hardware platform, (b) the available parallel programming language, and (c) the analysis of the problem as an algorithm and data. This paper presents the application of the architectural patterns within the method for solving the Matrix Multiplication. The method takes information from the problem analysis, selects an architectural pattern for the coordination, and provides some elements about its implementation.
Atomic Force Microscopy Study on WC 14Co and WC 14Co+CNT Coated Surfaces

There are several methods to improve surface characteristics. Detonation Gun coating (D-Spray) is one of the popular method in thermal spray coating technique. Generally, to enhance the surface properties like wear and corrosion resistance, microhardness, surface finish etc. D-Spray process was preferred. In this present study, the property of surface finish was considered for the coating powders of WC 14Co and WC 14Co+CNT. The Powder WC 14Co+CNT was prepared in a systematic way and coating process was carried out by using detonation gun coating technique. Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) had been done on the powders of with and without CNT and Atomic force Microscopy (AFM) analysis on the surface was done for various places on the surface. A significant effect on the surface finish was exhibited.
Impact of Genetic Diversity and Genome Plasticity of Leishmania spp. in Treatment and the Search for Novel Chemotherapeutic Targets

Leishmaniasis is one of the major public health concerns in Latin America, Africa, Asia, and Europe. The absence of vaccines for human use and the lack of effective vector control programs make chemotherapy the main strategy to control all forms of the disease. However, the high toxicity of available drugs, limited choice of therapeutic agents, and occurrence of drug-resistant parasite strains are the main challenges related to chemotherapy. Currently, only a small number of drugs are available for leishmaniasis treatment, including pentavalent antimonials (SbV), amphotericin B and its formulations, miltefosine, paromomycin sulphate, and pentamidine isethionate. In addition to drug toxicity, therapeutic failure of leishmaniasis is a serious concern. The occurrence of drug-resistant parasites is one of the causes of therapeutic failure and is closely related to the diversity of parasites in this genus. Owing to the enormous plasticity of the genome, resistance can occur by altering different metabolic pathways, demonstrating that resistance mechanisms are multifactorial and extremely complex. Genetic variability and genome plasticity cause not only the available drugs to have limitations, but also make the search for new drugs challenging. Here, we examined the biological characteristics of parasites that hinder drug discovery.
Role of Canonical Wnt/β-Catenin Pathway in Regulating Chondrocytic Hypertrophy in Mesenchymal Stem Cell-Based Cartilage Tissue Engineering

In the past 3 decades, the cartilage repair potential of mesenchymal stromal cells, or mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), has been widely examined in animal studies. Unfortunately, the phenotype and physical properties of MSC-derived cartilage tissue are not comparable to native hyaline cartilage. In particular, chondrocytic hypertrophy, a phenotype that is not observed in healthy hyaline cartilage, is concomitant with MSC chondrogenesis. Given that hypertrophic chondrocytes potentially undergo apoptosis or convert into osteoblasts, this undesired phenotype needs to be prevented or minimized before MSCs can be used to repair cartilage injuries in the clinic. In this review, we first provide an overview of chondrocytic hypertrophy and briefly summarize current methods for suppressing hypertrophy in MSC-derived cartilage. We then highlight recent progress on modulating the canonical Wnt/β-catenin pathway for inhibiting hypertrophy. Specially, we discuss the potential crosstalk between Wnt/β-catenin with other pathways in regulating hypertrophy. Lastly, we explore future perspectives to further understand the role of Wnt/β-catenin in chondrocytic hypertrophy.
The Association of Burnout Syndrome among Nursing Staff in King Abdullah Medical City - Makkah Based on Specialty

Background : Burnout remain significant concerns in nursing, affecting both individuals and organizations. Burnout is a challenging health problem. This problem is harmful to humans and health systems. Therefore, in recent years, particular attention has been paid to research on burnout, especially among the nursing professions. Objective: The study aim was to investigate the association of burnout syndrome among nursing staff at King Abdullah Medical City (KAMC) in the city of Makkah, based on individual nursing specialization and examining the possible existing relationships between the magnitudes of burnout syndrome with some variables. Subjects and Methods: The Study type was a Cross-Sectional design. Undertaken in a specialized hospital, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Sample collected from 376 nurses working in different specialties. Data collection was done by using a survey questionnaire that comprises of two segments. The first part of the survey was containing sociodemographic data (gender, age, nationality.etc). On the other hand, the second part of the survey consist of the Maslach Burnout Inventory-Human Services Survey (MBI-HSS). Results : The result showed that the emotional exhaustion has higher score which indicate the nurses have higher emotional exhaustion. Depersonalization shows lower score that means low burn out and personal accomplishment shows higher score that means the participants have more personal accomplishments. The finding shows that there is significance difference exist between Burn out among nursing staff with educational level and primary work area. There is no relationship exist between Burn out with years of experience and staff position. Conclusion and Recommendations: This research represents to the association of burnout syndrome among nursing staff. This finding can be used to identify contributing elements that are the primary causes of exhaustion among full-time nurses, as well as to investigate the scope and magnitude of burnout syndrome as experienced by full-time nurses. The hospital management should establish an action plan to reduce professional burnout among nurses by increasing participation and communication between professionals and management.
RESEARCH ON A NEW FAMILY OF THREE-LEVEL SOFT SWITCHING DC-DC CONVERTERS

Novel three-level DC-DC converters researched, which are new kind of three-level DC-DC converters applied to middle or small power conversion, and utilize bi-directional switch modules to provide the middle electric level to decrease the harmonic content in output waveform. The configuration and operational principles of the novel converters are discussed. Comparisons between these new converters and traditional full bridge DC-DC converters are performed, and the results show that the weight and volume of passive component in the investigated converters are much smaller than those in conventional full bridge DC-DC converters. Experiments are done to confirm their working principles.
OPTIMIZATION APPROACH IN HIGHWAY SYSTEM ANALYSIS AND PROGRAMMING

Inflationary pressures, stabilizing user tax revenues, energy constraints, rapid rise in highway improvement cost, and an aging system have necessitated the shifting of emphasis to highway system preservation and improvement. The highway system has to serve several objectives, and the problem is one of using limited resources optimally. A computer package that combines simulation and goal programming techniques has been developed to find the implications of policy changes and alternative macroeconomic futures to highway system improvement and performance. The package is applicable to a system of highways in one state or a group of states. A brief account of the model formulation and the application of the model in understanding the effect of varying levels of funding on highway improvement strategy is presented. The Indiana highway system is used as a case study. (Authors)
Synaptic and intrinsic potentiation in O-LM interneurons is induced by theta patterns of stimulation

Oriens lacunosum-moleculare (O-LM) interneurons display a non-conventional form of long-term synaptic potentiation (LTP) conferred by calcium-permeable AMPA receptors (CP-AMPAR). So far, this form of LTP has been induced in O-LM cells by physiologically unrealistic protocols. We report here the induction of both synaptic and intrinsic potentiation in O-LM interneurons following stimulation of afferent glutamatergic inputs in the theta (θ) frequency range. LTP is induced by synaptic activation of CP-AMPAR whereas long-term potentiation of intrinsic excitability (LTP-IE) results from the mGluR1-dependent down-regulation of Kv7 voltage-dependent potassium channel and hyperpolarization activated and cyclic nucleotide-gated (HCN) channel through the depletion of phosphatidylinositol-4,5-bi-phosphate (PIP2). LTP and LTP-IE are reversible, demonstrating that both synaptic and intrinsic changes are bidirectional in O-LM cells. We conclude that physiological stimuli such as θ patterns induce synaptic and intrinsic potentiation in O-LM interneurons.
Design of Wireless Ambient Air Condition Monitoring System

In the early day of environment monitoring, the measurement is generally done through manual measurement from simple and analog instrument which suffer from the drawbacks like poor accuracy, need of human intervention, associated parallax errors and durability. The rapid development in electronic technology has made reliable integration of smart electronic sensors, processor, and communication device capable of monitoring environmental parameters more favorably. A system for ambient air condition monitoring has been developed as described in this paper. It is based on the embedded system, smart electronic sensor, commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) components, and the terminal monitor by the Graphical User Interface (GUI).
Development of empirical relationship between the observed and the estimated ground acceleration values of small to moderate earthquakes in northwest (Gujarat) and northeast (NE) regions of India

Abstract We developed empirical relationships between the ground accelerations directly obtained from the strong motion acceleration (SMA) data and the accelerations obtained by differentiating the velocity data from the broadband seismic records of the co-located sites, in the northwest (Gujarat) and northeast (NE) regions of India. In Gujarat, there are 215 earthquakes in the magnitude range of Mw 2.3–5.3, that occurred during 2006–2020, recorded by 18 co-located broadband seismograph and strong motion accelerograph stations. 94 events of magnitude range Mw 4.0–6.9, occurred during 2012–2017 are utilized from the 18 sites in the NE India. Using the developed relationships, we prepared ground motion distribution maps of few earthquakes that occurred in Gujarat and NE India. This is the first study of its kind for either or both the regions of India that assume great importance as priority areas of earthquake studies. The outcome of this study will help in predicting ground motion in the regions where SMA data is not available. Moreover, using the developed regression equation, a ground-shaking map can be generated instantly after an earthquake that will be of immediate use to the scientists, emergency response agencies, media, and general public.
Music, Arts and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to Treat Sleep Disorders

Insomnia is a global burden. Cognitive behavioural therapy models to treat pathological sleeplessness have significant effect sizes, hence the common recommendation of CBT-I. Akin to this approach, the present article presents a novel model which relates to the broader spectrum of sleep disorders and involves music- and arts-specific health benefits such as (i) vocal rituals as soothing sleep cues and means to make irritating cognitions fade, (ii) control of sleepiness and inappropriate daytime naps through music-based martial arts techniques, (iii) voice- and movement-based relaxation and psychosomatic re-balancing, as well as profound music immersion and music-induced altered states of consciousness, (iv) arts-based psychotherapy to cope with pathological factors, such as nightmare objects and (v) psychoeducation to understand the benefits of the arts for healthy sleep. Cultural features of sleep habits, differences between fact-to-face and online practices, individualised arts-based CBT and the multidimensional healing power of the arts are discussed and encourage further research to optimise both personalised and standardised arts-based cognitive behavioural therapy in sleep medicine and public health.
Particle generation from humans - a method for experimental studie in cleanroom technology

Particle generation from humans is a severe problem when working in cleanrooms and other controlled environments. Data regarding the number of particles generated by humans are few and there are no detailed references as to how these studies have been performed. An experimental method to determine the particle release from a human being in a cleanroom was developed and used to describe the variation of particle concentration with time, in regards to both physical activity as well as the protective garment used. The particle strength of source for a human being was studied during different activities and when wearing two different types of clothing. Results from this study could not be directly compared to data found in the literature, due to the lack of historical information. However, it was found that the cleanroom garment used is much more efficient, when greater movements were performed by the test subject. (Less)
Knowledge Relationships and Transactions in a Cultural Economy: Analysing the Creative Industries Ecosystem

This paper addresses creativity in a broad organisational field of knowledge relationships and transactions in a cultural economy. In considering key issues and debates across this complex field, the paper concentrates on the generic problems of investigating, understanding and influencing this cultural economy. The paper locates its consideration of these knowledge relationships and transactions in a discussion of a pioneering in-depth study of the creative industries in a region of the United Kingdom. Significantly, this study found these creative industries to be inhabiting an ecosystem of creative space and also found that the development strategy for these industries needed to be ecological. The paper concludes with several key challenges for research and policy in the building of situated and strategic knowledge on cultural economies.
Apyrase-mediated amplification of secretory IgA promotes intestinal homeostasis.

Secretory immunoglobulin A (SIgA) interaction with commensal bacteria conditions microbiota composition and function. However, mechanisms regulating reciprocal control of microbiota and SIgA are not defined. Bacteria-derived adenosine triphosphate (ATP) limits T follicular helper (Tfh) cells in the Peyer's patches (PPs) via P2X7 receptor (P2X7R) and thereby SIgA generation. Here we show that hydrolysis of extracellular ATP (eATP) by apyrase results in amplification of the SIgA repertoire. The enhanced breadth of SIgA in mice colonized with apyrase-releasing Escherichia coli influences topographical distribution of bacteria and expression of genes involved in metabolic versus immune functions in the intestinal epithelium. SIgA-mediated conditioning of bacteria and enterocyte function is reflected by differences in nutrient absorption in mice colonized with apyrase-expressing bacteria. Apyrase-induced SIgA improves intestinal homeostasis and attenuates barrier impairment and susceptibility to infection by enteric pathogens in antibiotic-induced dysbiosis. Therefore, amplification of SIgA by apyrase can be leveraged to restore intestinal fitness in dysbiotic conditions.
Field-Configuring Events as Structuring Mechanisms: How Conferences, Ceremonies, and Trade Shows Constitute New Technologies, Industries, and Marketsguest Editors Introduction

In this introductory article to the Special Issue we make a case for the study of field-configuring events (FCEs). We begin with a discussion of the nature and character of FCEs. We next situate the study of FCEs in the context of ongoing research addressing the growth and evolution of institutional, organizational, and professional fields. We follow this with an overview of the relationship between FCEs and the evolution of fields, paying particular attention to how FCEs link field evolution at the macro level with individual action at the micro level. We then examine the unique methodological advantages that the study of FCEs offers to researchers who are interested in studying dynamic field processes. We conclude with a summary of the five papers that make up this Special Issue.
Impact of globalization on human resource management – a case study

In the present scenario administrative professionals to change managers and strategic business partners, the role of HR has entirely changed. In today's aggressive global market it has become necessary for organization to expand internationally to gain competitive advantage. Globalization has forced organization and their human resources functions to redefine their strategies. It is necessary for the management to invest considerable time and amount, to learn the changing scenario of the Human Resource Department in the 21st century. In order to survive the competition and be in the race, HR Department should Continuously update itself with the transformation in HR suitable HR Policies that would lead to the Achievement of the organization as well as the individual's goals should be formulated. HR Practitioners of every organization and also for those who have significant interest in the area of Human Resource Management should realize the growing importance of human resource and understand the need to build up effective HR strategies. Peoples are important assets. Placing this value on employees, requires the organization to emphasize on human resource practice, including reward for superior performance, measures of employee satisfaction, careful selection of employees, promotion from within, and investment in employee development.
Spatial seismic response analysis of self-anchored suspension bridges subjected to multiple-support excitations

Based on random vibration theory, by taking into account the seismic action with spatial variation, the earthquake response of a self-anchored suspension bridge with center span of 240m to multiple-support excitations is investigated, and numerical calculation is presented for seismic response subjected to independent effect or combination effect of three orthogonal components of seismic wave. The seismic response of self-anchored suspension bridge by considering traveling effect and correlated effect is discussed in detail.
The RF in RFID, Second Edition: UHF RFID in Practice

This book explains how UHF tags and readers communicate wirelessly. It gives an understanding of what limits the read range of a tag, how to increase it (and why that might result in breaking the law), and the practical things that need to be addressed when designing and implementing RFID technology. Avoiding heavy math but giving breadth of coverage with the right amount of detail, it is an ideal introduction to radio communications for engineers who need insight into how tags and readers work. New to this edition: . Examples of near-metal antenna techniques . Discussion of the wakeup challenge for battery-assisted tags, with a BAT architecture example . Latest development of protocols: EPC Gen 1.2. 0 . Update 18000-6 discussion with battery-assisted tags, sensor tags, Manchester tags and wakeup provisionsThe only book to give an understanding of radio communications, the underlying technology for Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)Praised for its readability and clarity, it balances breadth and depth of coverage New edition includes latest developments in chip technology, antennas and protocols
Fabrication and analysis of luffa natural fiber based acoustic shielding material for noise reduction

ABSTRACT High persistence of different types of noises in the environment is a challenging problem nowadays. Many natural fiber composite works have been introduced in this line to execute the efficiency with their own compositional properties to some extent. Luffa cylindrical fiber reinforced epoxy composite has significantly enriched this noise reduction property due to its unique and complex networking structure between each of its single fiber. When a number of multilayered luffa cylindrical fibers are reinforced with a high sensitive polymer matrix like epoxy, their structural configuration modifies to that extent where the composite can function as an effective shielding material for propagation of sound through them. Although the treatment of raw fiber with alcohol blended tartaric acid and alkalization enhances the mechanical strength, alkalization treatment decreases the sound absorption coefficient, which is found to be increased significantly with that of alcohol blended chemicals. The scanning electron microscopy and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy characterizations of both untreated and treated luffa fibers confirm the surface modification, which enables the composites to be a good acoustic material. Furthermore, thermal and electrical insulation properties are well confirmed and support the attenuation of sound propagation through the material, which decreases the thermal and electrical conductivity of the composites.
Comparison of DC-DC Converters for Photo-Voltaic Application

Electricity demand is a major concern in the world today. To meet this demand, a number of natural sources are used for electricity production. The produced electrical energy from these natural sources will be given to consumers after going through a lot of conversion stages. So losses mostly occur in these conversion stages. In this paper the four existing converters CUK, SEPIC, Self-lift CUK and Self-lift SEPIC performances are separately compared and analyzed with each other. The voltage-lift (VL) technique is a popular method that is widely applied in electronic circuit design. This technique overcomes the effects of parasitic elements and increases the output voltage effectively along with high power efficiency and high power density with a simple structure. The operating principles of these converters are discussed and Simulation results are provided to verify and compare the feasibility of each systemwith solar photo-voltaic panel incorporated maximum power point tracking (MPPT).