Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Predicting the number of days in court cases using artificial intelligence

Brazilian legal system prescribes means of ensuring the prompt processing of court cases, such as the principle of reasonable process duration, the principle of celerity, procedural economy, and due legal process, with a view to optimizing procedural progress. In this context, one of the great challenges of the Brazilian judiciary is to predict the duration of legal cases based on information such as the judge, lawyers, parties involved, subject, monetary values of the case, starting date of the case, etc. Recently, there has been great interest in estimating the duration of various types of events using artificial intelligence algorithms to predict future behaviors based on time series. Thus, this study presents a proof-of-concept for creating and demonstrating a mechanism for predicting the amount of time, after the case is argued in court (time when a case is made available for the magistrate to make the decision), for the magistrate to issue a ruling. Cases from a Regional Labor Court were used as the database, with preparation data in two ways (original and discretization), to test seven machine learning techniques (i) Multilayer Perceptron (MLP); (ii) Gradient Boosting; (iii) Adaboost; (iv) Regressive Stacking; (v) Stacking Regressor with MLP; (vi) Regressive Stacking with Gradient Boosting; and (vii) Support Vector Regression (SVR), and determine which gives the best results. After executing the runs, it was identified that the adaboost technique excelled in the task of estimating the duration for issuing a ruling, as it had the best performance among the tested techniques. Thus, this study shows that it is possible to use machine learning techniques to perform this type of prediction, for the test data set, with an R2 of 0.819 and when transformed into levels, an accuracy of 84%.
‘I'm institutionalised … there's not much I can do’: Lived experience of housing related delayed discharge

Abstract Introduction Delayed discharge from inpatient mental health units is the continued hospitalisation of consumers after being assessed as ready to be discharged. This is common in adult inpatient mental health services and is usually due to a lack of appropriate housing for discharge. Research indicates a range of possible negative impacts, but no studies have explored consumers' perspectives on this issue. This study explores consumers' perspectives of the experience of housing related delayed discharge (HRDD). Method Using a grounded theory approach, in‐depth interviews were conducted with 10 consumers. All consumers were experiencing HRDD from inpatient mental health units in one Sydney local health district. The data were analysed using constant comparative analysis. Findings A lack of choice and control was the central theme that characterised participants' experiences. The combined experience of being delayed in hospital and being homeless led to a lack of choice and control over the basics in life, how consumers spent their time and with whom, and their futures. This lack of autonomy was shaped by the features of the hospital and participants' personal circumstance. The hospital features included rules and routines, physical and social environments, resources, and support from staff. Personal circumstances included individual situations, social networks, and support from community organisations. Participants described a variety of impacts, including reduced mental and physical well‐being, and anticipated difficulty transitioning back into the community. Conclusion This study is the first of its kind and provides consumer perspectives on the impacts of HRDD on their well‐being and recovery. The inability to participate in meaningful and necessary occupations is an occupational injustice and implies the need for occupational therapists to advocate for both the prevention of HRDD through government investment in affordable and readily available housing and the mitigation of its effects through modified hospital environments and practices.
Characterization of a small tRNA‐binding protein that interacts with the archaeal proteasome complex

The proteasome system allows the elimination of functional or structurally impaired proteins. This includes the degradation of nascent peptides. In Archaea, how the proteasome complex interacts with the translational machinery remains to be described. Here, we characterized a small orphan protein, Q9UZY3 (UniProt ID), conserved in Thermococcales. The protein was identified in native pull‐down experiments using the proteasome regulatory complex (proteasome‐activating nucleotidase [PAN]) as bait. X‐ray crystallography and small‐angle X‐ray scattering experiments revealed that the protein is monomeric and adopts a β‐barrel core structure with an oligonucleotide/oligosaccharide‐binding (OB)‐fold, typically found in translation elongation factors. Mobility shift experiment showed that Q9UZY3 displays transfer ribonucleic acid (tRNA)‐binding properties. Pull‐downs, co‐immunoprecipitation and isothermal titration calorimetry (ITC) studies revealed that Q9UZY3 interacts in vitro with PAN. Native pull‐downs and proteomic analysis using different versions of Q9UZY3 showed that the protein interacts with the assembled PAN–20S proteasome machinery in Pyrococcus abyssi (Pa) cellular extracts. The protein was therefore named Pbp11, for Proteasome‐Binding Protein of 11 kDa. Interestingly, the interaction network of Pbp11 also includes ribosomal proteins, tRNA‐processing enzymes and exosome subunits dependent on Pbp11's N‐terminal domain that was found to be essential for tRNA binding. Together these data suggest that Pbp11 participates in an interface between the proteasome and the translational machinery.
Stray neutron radiation exposures from proton therapy: physics-based analytical models of neutron spectral fluence, kerma and absorbed dose

Objective. Patients who receive proton beam therapy are exposed to unwanted stray neutrons. Stray radiations increase the risk of late effects in normal tissues, such as second cancers and cataracts, and may cause implanted devices such as pacemakers to malfunction. Compared to therapeutic beams, little attention has been paid to modeling stray neutron exposures. In the past decade, substantial progress was made to develop semiempirical models of stray neutron dose equivalent, but models to routinely calculate neutron absorbed dose and kerma are still lacking. The objective of this work was to develop a new physics based analytical model to calculate neutron spectral fluence, kerma, and absorbed dose in a water phantom. Approach. We developed the model using dosimetric data from Monte Carlo simulations and neutron kerma coefficients from the literature. The model explicitly considers the production, divergence, scattering, and attenuation of neutrons. Neutron production was modeled for 120–250 MeV proton beams impinging on a variety of materials. Fluence, kerma and dose calculations were performed in a 30 × 180 × 44 cm3 phantom at points up to 43 cm in depth and 80 cm laterally. Main Results. Predictions of the analytical model agreed reasonably with corresponding values from Monte Carlo simulations, with a mean difference in average energy deposited of 20%, average kerma coefficient of 21%, and absorbed dose to water of 49%. Significance. The analytical model is simple to implement and use, requires less configuration data that previously reported models, and is computationally fast. This model appears potentially suitable for integration in treatment planning system, which would enable risk calculations in prospective and retrospective cases, providing a powerful tool for epidemiological studies and clinical trials.
Towards a new paradigm: Applying industrial design processes to the craft bamboo industry

The craft bamboo industry in Taiwan has been in steady decline since 1985. In recent years, the government has attempted to stimulate this industry by promoting this craft as a distinct form of national culture and identity; however there is a disconnect between the desires of national policy objectives and the effort required to raise the state of play in Taiwan’s bamboo crafts and product sectors to compete on a global scale and attain a desirable level of demand. The research aims to demonstrate that an industrial design-led approach is required within the craft bamboo industry to revitalise the sector.
Mechanistic analysis of erectile dysfunction in a depression rat model

Objective Most men suffering from depression have different degrees of erectile dysfunction (ED), but the relationship between depression and ED is not clear. This study explored the effect of depression on erectile function in rats and the underlying mechanism. Methods The potential targets and key signaling pathways of depression and ED were predicted through bioinformatics analysis, and a depression rat model was established by inducing chronic restraint stress. Pathological changes in rat penis tissue were studied by hematoxylin and eosin staining. The serum dopamine level was quantified by an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. The expression of related proteins and mRNA was detected by western blotting and real-time quantitative reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction. Results Hematoxylin and eosin staining showed pathological damage in the penile tissue of the model group rats. The serum dopamine level, dopamine receptor D2 (DRD2) and solute carrier family 6 member 3 (SLC6A3) protein levels in penile tissue, and DRD2 and SLC6A3 mRNA levels were lower in the model group than in the control group. Conclusion The decrease in erectile function in the depression rat model was related to dysfunction of the dopamine system and dopaminergic synapse signaling pathway.
Contradiction Between Electric Power Market-oriented Reform and Sustainable Development: Evidence from China

In this paper, by constructing a 3-phase pool game, instructions that large industrial electric power direct purchase will leads to price distortion under the condition of imperfect regulation, increase the electricity price cross-subsidy that general industrial and commercial users to large industrial users, there is regulation capture phenomenon with the electricity price structure changes. Concluded that China is now pushing to large industrial users direct purchase as a representation of electric power market reform measures can lead to conflict with sustainable development. It is not only prompted electricity price structure distorted,but also formed monopoly profits of grid enterprise in a new way. Reasonable electricity market reform should be based on the basis of sustainable development. Keywords-market-oriented reform; monopoly profits; regulation failure; 3-phase loop game introduction
Casting Nets And Testing Specimens Two Grand Methods Of Psychology

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One-to-one computing: A mixed-methods study designed to uncover the perceived effects on the overall classroom environment

The rapid surge of technology throughout both our society and our schools has changed many of the traditional functions of our daily lives. The traditional classroom has changed with the advent of one-to-one computing in the United States. Conventional teaching methods that were once thought to be customary and accepted are now a thing of the past. The trend of one-to-one computing has swept across the United States at an accelerated rate. Students in schools across the United States are now provided with an opportunity to not only learn basic curriculum, but to also enhance their overall academic journey with the availability of technology resources. Many schools across the United States have already put aside funds to implement a one-to-one computing environment for their district. The purpose of this study was to examine one-to-one computing environments based upon the perceived effects on the overall classroom environment by administrators and teachers in three high schools in the midwestern United States. Data for this study were gathered based upon an online survey and interviews from both administrators and teachers. A Mann-Whitney U test revealed statistical significance when analyzing the variable of gender within teachers’ work environment. Female teachers believed the overall work environment was more conducive in a one-to-one computing environment. Themes that emerged from the interviews revealed benefits associated with increased student engagement and laptops allowed teachers to share and obtain information with students. Concerns were expressed regarding lack of technology support and the absence of training opportunities throughout the school year. School districts should provide full-time technology support for teachers, implement regular trainings for lesson planning with laptops, and promote classroom management skills that are necessary in this new environment.
Study of computational method of far-field aerodynamic noise of a high-speed train considering ground effect

In order to study the computational method of far-field aerodynamic noise of a high-speed train,based on the actual situation of high-speed trains running near the ground,the FW-H equation was solved using the semi-free-space Green’s function.The far-field acoustical integral formula considering ground effect was established.The influence of ground effect on the far-field aerodynamic noise of the high-speed train was studied.Studies show that the former free sound field is equivalent to superposition of sound field of realistic train and sound field of mirror train.The force sources and normal velocities on the mirror train are the same as that of on the realistic train.When the train speed is 350km/h,the maximum value of equivalent continuous A-weighted sound pressure level is 90.76dB when the ground effect is not considered.When the ground effect is considered,the maximum value of equivalent continuous A-weighted sound pressure level is 94.72dB.
The influence of furnish content on formation and basesheet profile stability during coating

On examine les effets de la pâte a papier sur la structure du couchage, la couverture et la rugosite de la feuille revetue a l'aide de techniques optiques de formation d'image. On compare les resultats obtenus avec des feuilles de pâte mecanique, de pâte thermomecanique et de pâte mecanique sous pression.
Patients’ experiences of occupational therapy within a multidisciplinary pain management programme: A qualitative study

Background Occupational problems are common for adults experiencing chronic pain, but occupational therapists are not always accessed as part of the multidisciplinary team. Despite evidence of benefit for work-focused interventions, there is limited evidence for broader benefit from occupational therapy interventions within the context of multidisciplinary pain management. The aim of this study was to explore the experiences of programme attendees who received structured intervention from an occupational therapist as part of a multidisciplinary pain management programme, and gain an understanding as to how they felt it influenced changes they made to occupational participation. Method A qualitative approach was undertaken with 9 individual patients recruited from a group pain management programme for adults with chronic low back pain. Semi-structured interviews were carried out, recorded and transcribed. Thematic analysis was used to identify themes in the data. Results Three key themes were identified: 1) the helpfulness of activity pacing techniques 2) the value of participating in a therapeutic activity-based session and 3) an increased understanding of the importance of leisure and creative activities in the context of their lives. Conclusion Participants perceived the specific occupational therapy content of the programme to be helpful in a number of different ways. The findings suggest that occupational therapy can be important in facilitating patients to apply theoretical techniques in the real world, thereby increasing the likelihood of long term benefit.
Inter-firm partnerships, opportunism and control in the Australian recruitment services industry

This paper adopts a conceptual approach drawing on economic theory to analyze the antecedents and consequences of opportunism in the Australian recruitment industry. The paper finds that the antecedents of opportunism are low unemployment leading to skills shortages, ageing population leading to a decrease in the total number of workers and the imposition of preferred supplier and partnership agreements on client firm managers. The main consequences of opportunism are non-compliance with the terms and conditions of the contract and partnerships dissatisfaction. However, the paper argues that this problem can be managed through a redefinition of labor and changes to hiring practices, and also through the tightening of control over the client firm.
Investigating the motivations driving meat analogue purchase among middle-income consumers in Mbombela, South Africa

ABSTRACT Meat analogues are becoming widely accepted in high-income countries as substitutes for meat. As consumer acceptance of faux meat is beginning to follow a similar trend in South Africa, this study investigated the aspects of the product’s positioning that could be used to further grow the product’s market. Using data collected from 130 middle-income consumers in Mbombela, the study determined consumer perceptions of meat analogues. These were measured using composite indices extracted using principal component analysis, and these indices were regressed against the consumers’ purchase probability of meat alternatives. The study’s results showed that meat alternatives were perceived as a pricey symbol of class and status. This was found to have a two-sided effect on consumer behaviour. On one hand, the products' position encouraged purchase among the survey respondents and encouraged them to recommend the products to their peers and on the other, it discouraged consumption with their families. As this finding shows that meat analogues remain niche products in the study area, the study offers recommendations on ways to improve product performance in the niche market. It also suggests changes in the products’ marketing that could assist in launching them into the mainstream food market of South Africa.
Amorphous Oxide Transistor Electrokinetic Reflective Display on Flexible Glass

Thin flexible glass substrates represent an enabling technology towards high throughput roll- to-roll manufacturing with exceptional surface quality as well as thermal and dimensional stability. This paper describes the integration of a high performance back-channel etch amorphous oxide TFT backplane with an electrokineti c reflective frontplane on 100 micron thick flexible glass.
Thrombospondin-1 Signaling Through the Calreticulin/LDL Receptor Related Protein 1 Axis: Functions and Possible Roles in Glaucoma

Thrombospondin-1 (TSP-1) is a matricellular extracellular matrix protein. Matricellular proteins are components of the extracellular matrix (ECM) that regulate key cellular functions and impact ECM organization, but which lack direct primary structural roles in the ECM. TSP-1 expression is upregulated in response to injury, hypoxia, growth factor stimulation, inflammation, glucose, and by reactive oxygen species. Relevant to glaucoma, TSP-1 is also a mechanosensitive molecule upregulated by mechanical stretch. TSP-1 expression is increased in ocular remodeling in glaucoma in both the trabecular meshwork and in the optic nerve head. The exact roles of TSP-1 in glaucoma remain to be defined, however. It plays important roles in cell behavior and in ECM remodeling during wound healing, fibrosis, angiogenesis, and in tumorigenesis and metastasis. At the cellular level, TSP-1 can modulate cell adhesion and migration, protease activity, growth factor activity, anoikis resistance, apoptosis, and collagen secretion and matrix assembly and cross-linking. These multiple functions and macromolecular and receptor interactions have been ascribed to specific domains of the TSP-1 molecule. In this review, we will focus on the cell regulatory activities of the TSP-1 N-terminal domain (NTD) sequence that binds to cell surface calreticulin (Calr) and which regulates cell functions via signaling through Calr complexed with LDL receptor related protein 1 (LRP1). We will describe TSP-1 actions mediated through the Calr/LRP1 complex in regulating focal adhesion disassembly and cytoskeletal reorganization, cell motility, anoikis resistance, and induction of collagen secretion and matrix deposition. Finally, we will consider the relevance of these TSP-1 functions to the pathologic remodeling of the ECM in glaucoma.
Stable Consciousness? The “Hard Problem” Historically Reconstructed and in Perspective of Neurophenomenological Research on Meditation

Finding a scientific, third-person explanation of subjective experience or phenomenal content is commonly called the “hard problem” of consciousness. There has recently been a surge in neuropsychological research on meditation in general and long-term meditators in particular. These experimental subjects are allegedly capable of generating a stable state of consciousness over a prolonged period of time, which makes experimentation with them an interesting paradigm for consciousness research. This perspective article starts out with a historical reconstruction of the “hard problem,” tracing it back to Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz and Emil du Bois-Reymond in the 18th and 19th century, respectively, and the problem of introspection as already acknowledged by Wilhelm Wundt in the 19th century. It then discusses the prospects of research on long-term meditators from a contemporary perspective and with respect to the neurophenomenological research program already advocated by Francisco J. Varela.