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Utilization and uncertainties of satellite precipitation data in flash flood hydrological analysis in ungauged watersheds

Aim of the study is to examine the potential utilization of satellite precipitation data to estimate the peak discharges of flash floods in ungauged Mediterranean watersheds. Cumulative precipitation heights from local rain gauge and the GPM-IMERG were correlated in a scatter plot. The calculated linear equations were used to adjust the uncalibrated GPM-IMERG precipitation data in Thasos island (Northern Greece), to investigate the mechanisms of the flash floods recorded in November 2019 and to evaluate the significance of satellite precipitation data in hydrological modeling. The uncalibrated GPM-IMERG precipitation failed to explain the flash floods phenomena. The rain gauge data are reliable to accurately predict the peak discharges only in cases, where the rain gauges are within the study area. The strong correlation between ground rainfall data and satellite spatiotemporal precipitation data (R2 > 0.65), provides linear regression equations that, through their extrapolation and appliance to the rest of the flooded area, could adjust and correct the satellite data, optimizing the efficiency and accuracy of flash flood analysis, especially in ungauged watersheds. The proposed methodology could highly contribute to the optimization of flood mitigation measures establishment, flood risk assessment, hydrological and hydraulic simulation of flash flood events in ungauged watersheds.
International Journal of Advanced Research in Computer Science and Software Engineering

: Vrycle is a Virtual Reality cycle simulator. In simple words one could experience the joyous thrill of cycling in the comfort of one’s living room. Vrycle is a complete working model of a stationary cycle with rotary pedals and handles, capable of providing physical feedback of 3D visualization cycling via the virtual reality headset . Vrycle seamlessly integrate the virtual world, so that a complete cycle experience is provided. Vrycle is designed with all aspects of addictive games. As the quote goes-“All addictions are not bad”-Vrycle can be an addictive way to stay physically fit. Everyone riding the Vrycle will be awarded points based on the terrain covered and time elapsed. This point will be advertised across social media and be availed to fellow Vryclers. This will introduce a ranking which the fellow Vryclers will be sweating hard to break.
Characterization of a novel thermo-sensitive restorer of fertility for CMS-S in maize 1

in cytoplasmic male sterility, restorer-of-fertility genes, and nonchromosomal stripe mutations. ABSTRACT S-type cytoplasmic male sterility (CMS-S) in maize is associated with high levels of a 1.6-kb RNA in mitochondria. This RNA contains two chimeric open reading frames, orf355 and orf77 . The previously described nuclear restorer-of-fertility allele Rf3 causes processing of all transcripts that contain these chimeric ORFs. The Lancaster Surecrop-derived inbred line A619 carries a restorer that is distinct from Rf3 in that it selectively reduces only the CMS-S-specific 1.6-kb RNA. We have found that ten additional Lancaster lines carry a single restoring allele traceable to either of two inbred lines, C103 and Oh40B. The C103 and Oh40B restorers are allelic to each other, but not to Rf3 . Thus, this restoring allele, designated Rf9, represents a second naturally occurring CMS-S restorer in maize. Rf9 is a less effective restorer of fertility than is Rf3 ; its expression is influenced by both inbred nuclear background and temperature. Rf9 acts to reduce the amounts of orf355/orf77 -containing linear mitochondrial subgenomes, which are generated by recombination of circular subgenomes with CMS-S-specific linear plasmids. The 1.6-kb RNA, which is transcribed only from linear ends, is correspondingly reduced.
Climate-change – driven accelerated sea-level rise detected in the altimeter era

Using a 25-y time series of precision satellite altimeter data from TOPEX/Poseidon, Jason-1, Jason-2, and Jason-3, we estimate the climate-change – driven acceleration of global mean sea level over the last 25 y to be 0.084 ± 0.025 mm/y 2 . Coupled with the average climate-change – driven rate of sea level rise over these same 25 y of 2.9 mm/y, simple extrapolation of the quadratic implies global mean sea level could rise 65 ± 12 cm by 2100 compared with 2005, roughly in agreement with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) 5th Assessment Report (AR5) model projections. sea
Cyclin D1 Protein and CD5 Positive Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma not Associated with CCND1 Gene Translocation

Malignant lymphoma (ML) has a great deal of subtypes, and each subtype has each treatment strategy including the prognosis. The classification of subtypes largely depends on the pathological diagnosis, but we often have difficulty with the pathological diagnosis due to the various and complicated character of each subtype. The treatment strategy of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) is different from that of mantle cell lymphoma (MCL). Therefore the differentiation of DLBCL and MCL requires scrupulous consideration in the case of ML especially composed of large lymphoid cells. In our case, neoplastic cells were medium to large size by the morphology, and it was difficult to distinguish DLBCL from pleomorphic variant of MCL. In the immunohistochemical staining, the cells were positive for cyclin D1, CD5 and Sox11, which was in accordance with the character of a variant MCL. However, fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) (FISH) demonstrated the absence of t(11;14)(q13;q32) ⁄ CCND1-IGH ( CCND1 gene translocation), which prompted a diagnosis of atypical DLBCL. This is the first case report of CD5 positive DLBCL expressing cyclin D1 protein in the absence of CCND1 gene translocation. cells in peripheral blood and bone marrow aspiration were found. An excisional biopsy was not performed, but flow cytometry using bone marrow aspiration demonstrated that the blastoid cells were positive for CD19, CD20, CD5 and lamda-restricted surface immunoglobulin. Following the therapy of ML, she had received six cycles of immunochemotherapy with Rituximab + CHOP (Cyclophosphamide + Doxorubicine + Vincristine + Prednisolone) for 9 months and had completed remission.
Incomplete Information Bargaining with Outside Opportunities this you.

We consider two kinds of "outside opportunity" that a seller of an indivisible good might have: selling to a different buyer and consuming the good herself. In both models the seller is uncertain about the buyer's valuation, and becomes more pessimistic over time. When the seller becomes sufficiently pessimistic, she prefers the outside opportunity, so she will not bargain indefinitely with the current buyer. Despite the resulting finite-horizon nature of negotiations, the link between the buyer's willingness to accept an offer and the seller's eagerness to go "outside" generates multiple equilibria.
b - d -Glucan as a Diagnostic Adjunct for Invasive Fungal Infections: Validation, Cutoff Development, and Performance in Patients with Acute Myelogenous Leukemia and Myelodysplastic Syndrome

The Glucatell (1 r 3)- b - D -glucan (BG) detection assay (Associates of Cape Cod) was studied as a diagnostic adjunct for invasive fungal infections (IFIs). On the basis of ﬁndings from a preliminary study of 30 candidemic subjects and 30 healthy adults, a serum BG level of (cid:1) 60 pg/mL was chosen as the cutoff. Testing was performed with serial serum samples obtained from 283 subjects with acute myeloid leukemia or myelodysplastic syndrome who were receiving antifungal prophylaxis. At least 1 serum sample was positive for BG at a median of 10 days before the clinical diagnosis in 100% of subjects with a proven or probable IFI. IFIs included candidiasis, fusariosis, trichosporonosis, and aspergillosis. Absence of a positive BG ﬁnding had a 100% negative predictive value, and the speciﬁcity of the test was 90% for a single positive test result and (cid:1) 96% for (cid:1) 2 sequential positive results. The Glucatell serum BG detection assay is highly sensitive and speciﬁc as a diagnostic adjunct for IFI.
A Novel Methodology to Identify and Collect Data from Relevant Blogs Leveraging Multiple Social Media Platforms and Cyber Forensics

—Blogs play a vital role in retrieving real time information, a place for users to gain insights into events and also find communities with similar interests. However, being able to identify blogs that contain honest, unbiased opinion of individuals as opposed to biased or agenda-driven coverage, is quite a challenge. Secondly, blogs are notorious for being dynamic in structure, where their owner is entitled to give them a makeover whenever they want. This changing structure of blogs can be computationally expensive for researchers and Web crawlers. In this paper, we propose a methodology to help identify relevant blogs for specific events. We provide data statistics of a few real-world events where our methodology successfully identified relevant blogs and helped us study the information discourse. We then discuss the strengths and weaknesses of this methodology and highlight the best approach to crawling blogs.
TYRE LONGITUDINAL VELOCITY AND SLIP MEASUREMENTS FROM THE INSIDE OF A TYRE

In tyre testing the longitudinal tyre velocity and slip are important measurements in the development and parameterization of tyre models. The longitudinal slip of a tyre is often determined using three independent measurements namely the rotational velocity, tyre rolling radius and vehicle speed. However, during terremachanics tests the tyre rolling radius is almost impossible to measure from the outside. Methods have been created to determine the rolling radius on the inside of a tyre using lasers, however these methods generally only provide a single measurement point every few degrees. In this study a stereoscopic rig is used on the inside of the tyre to determine the longitudinal velocity of a large portion of the tyre in contact with the terrain. This measurement inherently includes the rotational velocity and rolling radius of the tyre. The measurement of the internal longitudinal velocity is used to determine the longitudinal velocity at the tyre-terrain contact interface. The longitudinal slip is determined from the measured longitudinal velocity and the velocity of the rim center. The method is evaluated on a Terramechanics rig using prepared sandy loam as the deformed soil material.
Using 3D digital models to establish alveolar morphotype

Background and aims: To propose a classification of alveolar morphotype, and assess a relationship between extraction/non-extraction orthodontic treatment and changes to the alveolar process. Methods: Seventy-five subjects (mean age = 23.2, SD = 5.1) were selected. Areas of the sections of the alveolar process (ASAP) at three different levels (0, 2, and 4 mm) were measured on pre- and post-treatment 3D digital models. Method reliability was analyzed using Dahlberg’s formula, intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC), and paired t-tests. Results: The mean ASAP was smallest at level 0 and largest at level 4. Pre-treatment ASAP < 773 mm 2 , < 863.9 mm 2 , and <881.1 mm 2 at levels 0, 2, and 4 mm, respectively, should be described as a “thin” alveolar morphotype. Regression models showed that pre-treatment ASAP was a predictor of the change of the alveolus during treatment only at level 2. Conclusions: Patients for whom pre-treatment ASAP is < 773 mm 2 , < 863.9 mm 2 , and < 881.1 mm 2 at levels 0, alveolar morphotype. In these patients, extraction treatment, associated with a decrease in the alveolus area, should be exercised with caution.
Quantitative Analysis of Counterexample Generation for Automata Learning

Equivalence checking poses an essential step in automata learning with the key task being to ﬁnd counterexamples disproving a given hypothesis. Whereas in theory, where this step is abstracted away in form of an oracle, this task is usually done by running a series of tests on the hypothesis in most practical applications. The eﬃciency and success rate of these tests greatly depend on the chosen input generation method. In this case, the probability of a test method yielding such a counterexample provides an suitable quantiﬁcation for the method’s adequacy. This thesis aims to provide the theory behind recognizing such counterexamples by means of ﬁnite automata and presents an approach for calculating the probabilities with respect to the input generation method. Three generation methods are then evaluated with this approach using an ad hoc implementation and the model checking tool Storm.
The use of partial bipolar stimulation in cochlear implants to create spectral channels apical to the stimulated electrode pair

more insertion (cid:3) depth (cid:3) than (cid:3) the (cid:3) physiological (cid:3) place (cid:882) to (cid:882) frequency (cid:3) distribution, (cid:3) as (cid:3) a (cid:3) deep (cid:3) insertion (cid:3) could (cid:3) lead (cid:3) to (cid:3) intra (cid:882) cochlear (cid:3) trauma. (cid:3) An alternative (cid:3) for (cid:3) a (cid:3) deeper (cid:3) insertion (cid:3) can (cid:3) be (cid:3) the (cid:3) so (cid:882) called (cid:3) phantom (cid:3) channel, (cid:3) which (cid:3) is (cid:3) partial (cid:3) bipolar (cid:3) stimulation, (cid:3) with (cid:3) non (cid:882) equal (cid:3) amplitudes (cid:3) on (cid:3) the (cid:3) two (cid:3) stimulating (cid:3) contacts. (cid:3) Through (cid:3) the (cid:3) use (cid:3) of (cid:3) psychophysical (cid:3) experiments (cid:3) and (cid:3) computational (cid:3) modeling (cid:3) this (cid:3) study (cid:3) investigates (cid:3) the (cid:3) neural (cid:3) excitation, (cid:3) place (cid:3) of (cid:3) stimulation (cid:3) and (cid:3) the (cid:3)
Pattern selection in the visual cortex

The orientation map in the primary visual cortex is an important model system for studying cortical development. By quantifying large sets of functional brain imaging data we find that the statistics of topological defects in orientation maps, the so-called pinwheels, exhibit universal properties in phylogenetically widely separated species. We show that these universal statistics are quantitatively reproduced and explained by a pattern formation model of Swift-Hohenberg type generalized to include key features of the visual cortical organization. Using this model we derive several predictions about the dynamics of the orientation map during normal development and under external stimulation. In particular, we introduce the novel concept of soft spots. Soft spots are specific locations in the orientation map at which a stimulation can induce widespread and persistent reorganization. As a proof of concept we analyze in experiment the reorganization of the orientation map following direct electrical stimulation in the adult visual cortex. Our results strongly support the hypothesis that the development of the orientation map is governed by a process of activity-dependent self-organization.
Renewable Technology Adoption and the Macroeconomy (cid:3)

We study the adaptation of new technologies by renewable energy-producing (cid:133)rms in a dynamic general equilibrium model where energy is an input in the production of goods. Energy can come from fossil or renewable sources. Both require the use of capital, which is also needed in the production of (cid:133)nal goods. Renewable energy (cid:133)rms can invest in improving the productivity of their capital stock. The actual improvement is subject to spillovers and comes at the cost of some renewable energy output. Together with spill-overs, this leads to under-investment in improving the productivity of renewable energy capital. In the presence of environmental externalities, the optimal allocation can be implemented through a Pigouvian tax on fossil fuel, together with a policy which promotes adaptation of new renewable technologies. We study numerical examples using world-economy data. (cid:3) and Yale University Foundation Summer Conference on "Macroeconomics and Climate Change," Qatar Petroleum Vienna Macro conference on and Climate Economics, the ASSA Meetings for their comments.
Supplementary Text: A Bayesian approach to estimating hidden variables as well as missing and wrong molecular interactions in ordinary diﬀerential equation-based mathematical models

Benjamin Engelhardt, Maik Kschischo and Holger Fröhlich Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn, Algorithmic Bioinformatics, 53113 Bonn, Germany DFG Research Training Group 1873, Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn, Germany University of Applied Sciences Koblenz, RheinAhrCampus, Department of Mathematics and Technology, 53424 Remagen, Germany UCB Biosciences GmbH, 40789 Monheim, Germany To whom correspondence should be addressed.
Influence of columnar defects on surface resistance of YBa2Cu3Ox superconducting thin films; nonlinear effects

We report on measurements of surface resistance (Rs) of YBa2Cu3Ox thin films irradiated with 0.9 GeV Pb ions. Measurements of Rs versus microwave-frequency (rf) magnetic field and temperature were carried out using a dielectric resonator technique. At low temperatures, no significant difference was observed between surface resistance of irradiated and nonirradiated films. However, at higher temperatures the irradiated films exhibited not only higher Rs but also a nonlinear dependence of Rs on rf magnetic field. A simple model for microwave losses in thin superconducting films induced by columnar defects is proposed. Using this model, the observed changes in Rs have been attributed to additional losses and/or heating effects in the insulator-superconductor boundary between an amorphous core of the columnar defects (several nanometers in diameter) and the surrounding superconducting material.
Electrodermal activity measurements for detection of emotional arousal

In this article, we present a comprehensive measurement system to determine the level of user emotional arousal by the analysis of electrodermal activity (EDA). A number of EDA measurements were collected, while emotions were elicited using specially selected movie sequences. Data collected from 16 participants of the experiment, in conjunction with those from personal questionnaires, were used to determine a large number of 20 features of the EDA, to assess the emotional state of a user. Feature selection was performed using signal processing and analysis methods, while considering user declarations. The suitability of the designed system for detecting the level of emotional arousal was fully confirmed, throughout the number of experiments. The average classification accuracy for two classes of the least and the most stimulating movies varies within the range of 61‒72%.
A REVIEW ON NOTCH SIGNALING PATHWAY FOR CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE

and ABSTRACT Notch is a receptor that intervenes intercellular motioning through a pathway moderated over the metazoan. It is associated with cell destiny improvement and example arrangement amid advancement. The surface portrayal of Notch1 receptor sees multipotent Cardiac undeveloped cells, which are adjusted for family history obligation, while the region of receptor reflect cells with a particular slant to relocate out of the claim to fame go. The Insulin like Growth Factor - 1 receptor is imparted in a compartment of Cardiac immature microorganisms' that can be wheedled to recoup tremendous bits of hurt myocardium, while the Insulin like Growth Factor - 2 receptor is acquainted in Cardiac undifferentiated organisms with encounter apoptosis.1 At exhibit, bio simulated claims to fame are being created by displaying nanomaterial, stages and heart settles in an undertaking to upgrade the myocardial recovery after limited necrosis. According to this exploration the cardiovascular specialty are the most essential central foundational microorganisms and the indent flagging pathway assumes a critical part in cardio vascular ailments. On the off chance that this pathway is hindered it prompts heart failure and if these pathways are actuated it prompts the widening of cardiovascular cells and aides in the heart recuperation. It helps in the recuperation after myocardial dead tissue. Along these lines the actuation of score flagging pathway demonstrates an extensive variety of utilization in the accompanying sicknesses: 1) Myocardial localized necrosis 2) Arrhythmia 3) Angina pectoris 4) Atherosclerosis.
LES of cylinder plate configurations and corresponding aeroacoustic effects

Large Eddy Simulations together with experimental investigations of an aeroacoustic test case consisting of a plate located in the turbulent wake of a circular cylinder are presented. The investigations focus on the frequency changes due to variations of the test case geometry and the ability of the numerical method to capture these phenomena. Mots clefs : LES, Cylinder Plate Configuration, Aeroacoustic
Real-time assessment of potential seismic migration within a monitoring network using Red- ﬂ ag SARA

Magmaopeningnew ﬂ uidpathwaysthroughthecrustcangeneratemigratingseismicsourcesfollowingthetrail of the magma. By using Seismic Amplitude Ratio Analysis (SARA), it is possible to detect this seismic migration simply from the amplitudes of continuous data recorded at different stations in a network, without having to do any picking of seismic phases. In this study, we present a modi ﬁ ed method – Red- ﬂ ag SARA, which adapts SARA for real-time monitoring. Red- ﬂ ag SARA provides a quantitative tool to analyse amplitude ratios between stationsina networkand detect temporal changes intheseratios. Since suchchangesimply seismic source loca- tion variations, Red- ﬂ ag SARA is a handy tool during seismic crises to quickly answer the question of whether seismic activity, and therefore magma, is migrating or not. We tested Red- ﬂ ag SARA on synthetic data and vali- dateditusingrealdatafromtwovolcanoes – PitondelaFournaise,ReunionIsland,andGede,Indonesia,forthree scenarios: 1) magma migration ending asintrusion, 2)migration leading to eruption and 3) a burst of seismicity with no magma migration. ©2019TheAuthors.PublishedbyElsevierB. V.ThisisanopenaccessarticleundertheCCBY-NC-NDlicense(http://
Shadow of Cheating

The steady increase in inequality over the past decades has revived a lively debate about what can be considered a fair distribution of income. Public support for the extent of redistribution typically depends on the perceived causes of income inequality, such as differences in effort, luck, or opportunities. We study how fairness views and the extent of redistribution are affected by a hitherto overlooked, but relevant factor: immoral self-serving behavior that can lead to increased inequality. We focus on situations in which the rich have potentially acquired their fortunes by means of cheating. In an experiment, we let third parties redistribute resources between two stakeholders who could earn money either by choosing a safe amount The authors thank Johannes Abeler, Loukas Balafoutas, Maria Bigoni, Alexander Cappelen, Gary Charness, Brian Cooper, Uri Gneezy, Matthias Heinz, James Konow, Michel Maréchal, Johanna Mllerstrm, Pedro Rey-Biel, Bertil Tungodden, and participants at the 2017 EWEBE Workshop in Bertinoro, 2017 IMEBESS Workshop in Barcelona, 2017 C-SEB Workshop in Cologne, and 2016 MPI Munich Workshop, as well as seminar participants at UC San Diego, UC Santa Barbara, NHH Bergen, and Loyola Marymount University for helpful comments and suggestions. We gratefully acknowledge the financial support from the C-SEB Start-up Grant. Ivan Soraperra has received funding by the European Research Council (ERC) under the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation program (grant agreement ERC-StG-637915). The usual disclaimer applies. Sutter : University of Cologne, Albertus-Magnus-Platz, D-50923 Cologne, Germany; matthias.sutter@wiso.uni-koeln.de, Phone: +49 221 47