Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Rotational Invariance, Phase Relationships and the Quantum Entanglement Illusion

Another Bell test "loophole" - imperfect rotational invariance - is explored, and novel realist ideas on parametric down-conversion as used in recent "quantum entanglement" experiments are presented. The usual quantum theory of entangled systems assumes we have rotational invariance (RI), so that coincidence rates depend on the difference only between detector settings, not on the absolute values. Bell tests, as such, do not necessarily require RI, but where it fails the presentation of results in the form of coincidence curves can be grossly misleading. Even if the well-known detection loophole were closed, the visibility of such curves would tell us nothing about the degree of entanglement! The problem may be especially relevant to recent experiments using "degenerate type II parametric down-conversion" sources. Logical analysis of the results of many experiments suggests realist explanations involving some new physics. The systems may be more nearly deterministic than quantum theory implies. Whilst this may be to the advantage of those attempting to make use of the so-called "Bell correlations" in computing, encryption, "teleportation" etc., it does mean that the systems obey ordinary, not quantum, logic.
Effect of C1q/TNF-Related Protein 9 on Coronary Artery Calcification: An Observational Study

Coronary artery calcification (CAC) increases the risk of acute coronary syndrome. This study examined the correlation between C1q/TNF-related protein 9 (CTRP9) and CAC and explored CTRP9 as a biomarker for prognosis. We divided 275 patients with coronary heart disease into four groups. In order to balance the baseline confounding factors, propensity score matching (PSM) was performed to match CAC patients with non-CAC patients in a 1:1 ratio. Optical coherence tomography (OCT) calcification scoring was performed in 126 patients with CAC. Moreover, 140 patients who underwent OCT were followed-up for 9 months for analysis of the correlation between CTRP9 levels and clinical prognosis. Based on OCT calcification scores, 126 patients with CAC were divided into the 0–2 and 3–4 groups. Plasma CTRP9 levels were significantly lower in the type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), CAC and CAC with T2DM groups than in the control group. CTRP9 played roles as a protective factor and potential predictor in CAC severity. The AUC of the OCT calcification score 3–4 group predicted by the plasma CTRP9 level was 0.766. During the follow-up period, the cumulative event-free survival rate was significantly lower in the low-level CTRP9 (L-CTRP9) group than in the high-level (H-CTRP9) group, and the incidence of major endpoint events was significantly higher in the L-CTRP9 group than in the H-CTRP9 group. CTRP9 can be a valuable biomarker for CAC occurrence and severity and can predict patients’ clinical prognosis.
Effects of annealing time on defect-controlled ferromagnetism in Ga1−xMnxAs

We have studied the evolution of the magnetic, electronic, and structural properties of annealed epilayers of Ga1−xMnxAs grown by low temperature molecular beam epitaxy. Annealing at the optimal temperature of 250 °C for less than 2 h significantly enhances the conductivity and ferromagnetism, but continuing the annealing for longer times suppresses both. These data indicate that such annealing induces the defects in Ga1−xMnxAs to evolve through at least two different processes, and they point to a complex interplay between the different defects and ferromagnetism in this material.
Implementation of Essence Practice into Bayesian Networks

Modern project management in software engineering still lacks a commonly accepted applicable formal model of projects that can be used for accumulating experience or for developing applied optimization methods that can potentially help IT companies to reduce risks and deliver software in a more efficient way. The Essence language which was developed by SEMAT initiative can potentially work as such a formal model for software projects, but current Essence practitioners mostly focus on methodology work for describing different approaches to perform tasks for software projects. In this work, we propose a way to develop a prototype of a decision support system based on the Essence kernel and language in combination with an applied optimization model. In order to do this, we firstly design how to include Essence practice in an applied math model and then modify a Bayesian network that finds false-positive manager mistakes. As an example of implementation of the achieved results, we present the current state of the plugin for the software project management system Redmine that uses our approach to help managers of projects.
Impact of HLA Polymorphism on the Immune Response to Bacillus Anthracis Protective Antigen in Vaccination versus Natural Infection

The causative agent of anthrax, Bacillus anthracis, evades the host immune response and establishes infection through the production of binary exotoxins composed of Protective Antigen (PA) and one of two subunits, lethal factor (LF) or edema factor (EF). The majority of vaccination strategies have focused upon the antibody response to the PA subunit. We have used a panel of humanised HLA class II transgenic mouse strains to define HLA-DR-restricted and HLA-DQ-restricted CD4+ T cell responses to the immunodominant epitopes of PA. This was correlated with the binding affinities of epitopes to HLA class II molecules, as well as the responses of two human cohorts: individuals vaccinated with the Anthrax Vaccine Precipitated (AVP) vaccine (which contains PA and trace amounts of LF), and patients recovering from cutaneous anthrax infections. The infected and vaccinated cohorts expressing different HLA types were found to make CD4+ T cell responses to multiple and diverse epitopes of PA. The effects of HLA polymorphism were explored using transgenic mouse lines, which demonstrated differential susceptibility, indicating that HLA-DR1 and HLA-DQ8 alleles conferred protective immunity relative to HLA-DR15, HLA-DR4 and HLA-DQ6. The HLA transgenics enabled a reductionist approach, allowing us to better define CD4+ T cell epitopes. Appreciating the effects of HLA polymorphism on the variability of responses to natural infection and vaccination is vital in planning protective strategies against anthrax.
Hadronic and radiative decays of the tau lepton

This PhD thesis studies some hadronic and radiative decays of the tau lepton using a Chiral Lagrangian including resonance fields. After a theoretical introduction, the decays to the $(\pi \pi \pi)^-$, $(KK\pi)^-$ and $\eta^{(\prime)} \pi^- \pi^0$ hadronic states and $\tau \to (\pi/K)^- \gamma \nu_tau$ are analysed. Some material, which was not included in the corresponding references, is also discussed: The structure functions analysis for the 3 pion modes, the differential decay width as a function of the two-particle invariant masses in the considered three-meson modes and a simplified study of the $\tau\to$\eta^{(\prime)} \pi^- \pi^0 \nu_tau$ processes within a single-angle mixing scheme for the $\eta$ and $\eta^\prime$ mesons.
Host Immune Response to Clinical Hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae Pulmonary Infections via Transcriptome Analysis

Klebsiella pneumoniae (K. pneumoniae), especially those with hypervirulence, is becoming a global concern and posing great threat to human health. Studies on individual immune cells or cytokines have partially revealed the function of the host immune defense against K. pneumoniae pulmonary infection. However, systematic immune response against K. pneumoniae has not been fully elucidated. Herein, we report a transcriptome analysis of the lungs from a mouse pneumonia model infected with a newly isolated K. pneumoniae clinical strain YBQ. Total RNA was isolated from the lungs of mice 48 hours post infection to assess transcriptional alteration of genes. Transcriptome data were analyzed with KEGG, GO, and ICEPOP. Results indicated that upregulated transcription level of numerous cytokines and chemokines was coordinated with remarkably activated ribosome and several critical immune signaling pathways, including IL-17 and TNF signaling pathways. Notably, transcription of cysteine cathepsin inhibitor (stfa1, stfa2, and stfa3) and potential cysteine-type endopeptidase inhibitor (cstdc4, cstdc5, and cstdc6) were upregulated. Results of ICEPOP showed neutrophils functions as the most essential cell type against K. pneumoniae infection. Critical gene alterations were further validated by rt-PCR. Our findings provided a global transcriptional perspective on the mechanisms of host defense against K. pneumoniae infection and revealed some unique responding genes.
MATHEMATICAL ASPECTS OF CONSCIOUSNESS THEORY

This book discusses general mathematical ideas behind TGD inspired theory of consciousness. PART I: New Physics And Mathematics Involved With TGD The Clifford algebra associated with point of configuration space ("world of classical worlds") decomposes to a direct integral of von Neumann algebras known as hyper-finite factors of type II1. This implies strong physical predictions and deep connections with conformal field theories, knot-, braid- and quantum groups, and topological quantum computation. In TGD framework dark matter forms a hierarchy with levels characterized partially by the value of Planck constant labeling the pages of the book like structure formed by singular covering spaces of the imbedding space M4× CP2 glued together along four-dimensional back. Particles at different pages are dark relative to each other since purely local interactions (vertices of Feynman diagram) involve only particles at the same page. The phase transitions changing the value of Planck constant having interpretation as tunneling between different pages of the book would induce phase transitions of gel phases abundant in living matter. Part II: TGD Universe as topological quantum computer The braids formed by magnetic flux tubes are ideal for the realization of topological quantum computations (tqc). Bio-systems are basic candidates for topological quantum computers. In DNA as tqc vision nucleotides and lipids are connected by flux tubes and the flow of lipids induces tqc programs. Part III: Categories, Number Theory And Consciousness Category theory could reflect the basic structures of conscious thought. The comparison of the inherent generalized logics associated with categories to the Boolean logic naturally associated with the configuration space spinor fields is also of interest. The notion of infinite prime was the first mathematical invention inspired by TGD inspired theory of consciousness. The construction of infinite primes is very much analogous to a repeated second quantization of a super-symmetric arithmetic quantum field theory (with analogs of bound states included). Infinite primes form an infinite hierarchy and the physical realization of this hierarchy imply infinite hierarchy of conscious entities and that we represent only a single level in this hierarchy looking infinitesimal from the point of view of higher levels. The notion of infinite rational predicts an infinite number of real units with infinitely rich number theoretical anatomy and single space-time point becomes a Platonia able to represent every quantum state of the entire Universe in its structure: kind of algebraic Brahman=Atman identity.
A Vascular Flora of the Selkirk Mountains, Bonner and Boundary Counties, Idaho

The vascular flora described here covers ∼2295 square kilometers (∼886 square miles) of the Selkirk Mountains that lie in the Idaho Panhandle, covering an elevational range of 540–2330 m (1770–7670 ft). The majority of the mountain range is underlain by granitic rock of the Kaniksu Batholith, and is diversified by the rich glacial history of the Panhandle. The study area contains multiple pockets of alluvial and glacial deposition that serve as specialized habitat for present-day floristic diversity within the range. The Idaho Selkirks are part of the Northern Rocky Mountains and have floristic influences from the Pacific coast, boreal north, the Columbia Basin, and the RockyMountains to the south and east. Despite notable collection interest over the last century in the northern Idaho Panhandle, a comprehensive checklist did not exist prior to this project, and previous collecting efforts were uneven, creating significant gaps in coverage and incomplete documentation of the area. A total of 108 collection days were spent in the field in 2019 and 2020, resulting in 4155 vascular plant collections from 665 collection sites, documenting 845 total unique taxa in 94 plant families. Taxa previously collected but not recovered were first verified by the author using historical specimens housed at multiple Pacific Northwest herbaria, and were then included in the final checklist. Sixty-two rare taxa and six state collection records were found in the study area, as well as numerous range extensions and county collection records. While the primary objective was to document and voucher all vascular plant taxa of the Selkirk Mountains of Idaho to create an annotated checklist of the vascular flora, additional objectives included formal assessments of the vegetation types and threats to the flora of the study area, as well as increasing documentation of sensitive, rare, and non-native species occurrences within the range.
Chronic Atherothrombosis in a Sub-Massive Infrarenal Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm in a 91-Year-Old White Male Donor

Screening for abdominal aortic aneurysms became the standard of care in 2005, yet screening procedures continue to be underutilized. While improvements in mortality rates have been noted over the past 15 years, continued patient mortality from ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysms suggests a need for further research, regarding the effectiveness of the current screening process. Abdominal aortic aneurysms can progress silently, and the risk of rupture increases significantly with increase in diameter. We report a large, untreated infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm of 17 cm in length and 8 cm in diameter, showing the chronic atherothrombosis discovered in a 91 year-old white male cadaveric donor. A literature review was conducted to elucidate current understanding of the pathology, risk factors, screening recommendations, and treatment options available for abdominal aortic aneurysms.
Evaluasi Pelatihan EVALUASI PELATIHAN TATA NASKAH DINAS SEBAGAI IMPLEMENTASI KEMENTERIAN KEUANGAN CORPORATE UNIVERSITY

Kementerian Keuangan menerapkan strategi Kemenkeu Corporate University dalam pengembangan kompetensi pegawainya karena arah pengembangan kompetensi pegawai dalam RPJM tahun 2020-2024 adalah world class government, salah satunya melalui unit pengelola ASN Corporate University. Pembelajaran dalam strategi Kemenkeu Corporate University harus link and match dengan menerapkan pembelajaran model 70-20-10. Oleh karena itu penelitian ini akan mengevaluasi Pelatihan Tata Naskah Dinas Angkatan II Tahun 2019 yang diselenggarakan oleh Balai Diklat Keuangan Yogyakarta karena memiliki urgensi dan peran untuk mewujudkan strategi tersebut. Metode evaluasi yang digunakan adalah model Kirkpatrick level-1 dan level-2. Hasil evaluasi rerata hasil belajar peserta 85,26 dengan predikat baik, evaluasi penyelenggaraan pelatihan dengan nilai 92, rerata hasil evaluasi pengajar 4,73 atau sangat baik. Pelatihan ini dilaksanakan secara klasikal sehingga cakupan pesertanya terbatas dan belum menerapkan pembelajaran Kementerian Keuangan Corporate University model 10-20-70. Selain itu pelatihan juga belum dapat memenuhi karakteristik applicable dan impactful. Untuk itu disarankan menerapkan model pembelajaran 10-20-70 agar dapat memperluas cakupan peserta dan dapat menunjang kinerja organisasi.
E-commerce and Exports in Europe: A Dynamic Panel Data Approach

ABSTRACT In this article, we investigate if the greater development of e-commerce affects exports. Furthermore, we consider how other aspects of information and communication technology, including e-government and the prevalence of internet use in the workforce, affect exports on the sector level. The system generalized method of moments was applied to estimate a dynamic exports model using panel data on 32 European countries in the period of 2009 to 2017. Our findings indicate that only e-commerce positively affects exports, particularly in the service and manufacturing sectors. The results imply that e-commerce development could be used as an export-enhancing policy instrument.
Small-Satellite Attitude Control Using Continuous Sinusoids With Strict Amplitude Constraints

This article considers attitude control of a rigid body (e.g., small satellite) with internal rotating-mass actuators that, unlike reaction wheels, cannot perform unrestricted rotations. Instead, the rotational stroke of each actuator is limited to <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">$[-\alpha,\alpha]$ </tex-math></inline-formula> rad, where <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">$\alpha > 0$ </tex-math></inline-formula>. We present two attitude-feedback control methods. The first method addresses setpoint tracking of constant attitude commands, whereas the second approach addresses command following of time-varying attitude commands. Both methods use control signals that are continuous and piecewise sinusoidal but whose derivatives can contain discontinuities. The main analytic results show that these attitude-feedback controls achieve asymptotic setpoint tracking for a constant attitude command and approximate command following for a time-varying attitude command. The results also show that the controls satisfy the strict actuator amplitude constraint. Each control method is demonstrated in numerical simulations of a small satellite in deep space. Finally, we present single-axis closed-loop attitude control experiments for a small-satellite system on an air bearing.
LRU-GENACO: A Hybrid Cached Data Optimization Based on the Least Used Method Improved Using Ant Colony and Genetic Algorithms

An optimization strategy for cached data offloading plays a crucial role in the edge network environment. This strategy can improve the performance of edge nodes with limited cache memory to serve data service requests from user terminals. The main challenge that must be solved in optimizing cached data offloading is assessing and selecting the cached data with the highest profit to be stored in the cache memory. Selecting the appropriate cached data can improve the utility of memory space to increase HR and reduce LSR. In this paper, we model the cached data offloading optimization strategy as the classic optimization KP01. The cached data offloading optimization strategy is then improved using a hybrid approach of three algorithms: LRU, ACO, and GA, called LRU-GENACO. The proposed LRU-GENACO was tested using four real proxy log datasets from IRCache. The simulation results show that the proposed LRU-GENACO hit ratio is superior to the LRU GDS SIZE algorithms by 13.1%, 26.96%, 53.78%, and 81.69%, respectively. The proposed LRU-GENACO method also reduces the average latency by 25.27%.
Real-Time Holding Control for Transfer Synchronization via Robust Multiagent Reinforcement Learning

This study presents a robust deep reinforcement learning (RL) approach for real-time, network-wide holding control with transfer synchronization, considering stochastic passenger demand and vehicle running time during daily operations. The problem is formulated within a multi-agent RL framework where each active trip is considered as an agent, which not only interacts with the environment but also with other agents in the considered transit network. A specific learning procedure is developed to learn robust policies by introducing $maxmin$ optimization into the learning objective. The agents are trained via deep deterministic policy gradient algorithm (DDPG) using an extended actor-critic framework with a joint action approximator. The effectiveness of the proposed approach is evaluated in a simulator, which is calibrated using data collected from a transit network in Twin Cities Minnesota, USA. The learned policy is compared with no control, rule-based control and the rolling horizon optimization control (RHOC). Computational results suggest that RL approach can significantly reduce the online computation time by about 50% compared with RHOC. In terms of policy performance, under deterministic scenario, the average waiting time of RL approach is 1.3% higher than the theoretical lower bound of average waiting time; under stochastic scenarios, RL approach could reduce as much as 18% average waiting time than RHOC, and the performance relative to RHOC improves when the level of system uncertainty increases. Evaluation under disrupted environment also suggests that the proposed RL method is more robust against short term uncertainties. The promising results in terms of both online computational efficiency and solution effectiveness suggest that the proposed RL method is a valid candidate for real-time transit control when the dynamics cannot be modeled perfectly with system uncertainties, as is the case for the network-wide transfer synchronization problem.
Educational Stakeholder Sensemaking on Preparing CTE Students for Sub-Baccalaureate Pathways

Careful implementation of Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs is necessary in order for programs to achieve the policy goal of college and career readiness, which involves expanding student opportunities for career-relevant learning without limiting their academic preparation for postsecondary degrees. As programs become more widespread, little work has examined how practitioners actually implementing CTE make sense of programs’ intended outcomes. Through interviews and observations with 52 education leaders and their partners in workforce development, I found that education stakeholders believed CTE was important for providing students with the option to pursue financially low-risk pathways toward middle-skill careers that didn’t require bachelor’s degrees. Yet in their efforts to valorize sub-baccalaureate (sub-BA) pathways, they sometimes exaggerated the long-term returns to sub-BA credentials, leaving students with inaccurate information on which to base their postsecondary goals.
On the Stability of Time-Varying Recursive Filters

The problem of the bounded-input/bounded-output stability of time-varying recursive filters is discussed. While simple, well-known criteria exist for the stability of time-invariant filters, guaranteeing stability when the filter coefficients are allowed to vary is much more difficult. Better insight into the causes for instability can be gained by using the state-space representation of the filter and examining the singular values of the state transition matrix. Two simple criteria based on the state transition matrix can be derived that guarantee the stability of the time-varying filter. Moreover, in the second-order case the singular values of this matrix provide a useful estimate of the maximum and average signal gains that result from the modification of the filter coefficients. These estimates can be used in practice to keep a time-varying filter from blowing up. It is also shown that some filter topologies are better suited to time-varying filtering than others, and a few techniques are presented that can be used to stabilize an otherwise unstable time-varying filter.