SIRIS-Lab/unlabelled-sti-corpus huggingface dataset:
Galaxy buildup in the young universe: from the first billion years through the peak activity epoch

Deep galaxy surveys are the most valuable asset to understand the history of our Universe. They are key to test galaxy formation models which, based on the Cold Dark Matter framework, are successful at reproducing general aspects of galaxy evolution with cosmic time. However, important discrepancies still exist between models and observations, most notably at high redshifts. This Project will reconstruct the history of galaxy buildup from the first billion years of cosmic time through the peak activity epoch of the Universe, which occurred 10 billion years ago, providing a fundamental constraint for galaxy formation models.

I am leading the largest ultra-deep galaxy survey that will ever be conducted with the Spitzer Space Telescope. In this Project, I will exploit my new Spitzer program to do a groundbreaking study of galaxy buildup in the young Universe, paving the way for further galaxy evolution studies with the forthcoming James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). My main objectives are: 1) quantifying galaxy stellar mass assembly beyond the peak activity epoch, through the study of the galaxy stellar mass function up to z~7; 2) measuring, for the first time, galaxy clustering with stellar mass information up to such high redshifts; 3) linking galaxy growth to dust-obscured star formation using Spitzer and new APEX/AMKID sub-millimetre data; 4) unveiling the first steps of galaxy buildup at z>7 with JWST; 5) optimizing the official JWST Mid Infrared Instrument (MIRI) data reduction pipeline for the analysis of deep galaxy surveys. The delivery of an optimized MIRI pipeline is an important added value to the scientific outcome of this Project, which will benefit the general Astronomical community.
 
This is the right time for this Project to make a maximum impact. We are now in a turning point for IR Astronomy, and this opportunity should not be missed. This Project will have a long-lasting legacy, bridging current and next generations of IR galaxy surveys.
Electromagnetic time reversal for on-line partial discharge location in transmission and distribution networks

Energy is crucial for the developing World and must be provided when needed to avoid serious impact on society. Among all energy forms, electricity has an increasingly central role. Electricity security is the power system's capability to withstand disturbances or contingencies with an acceptable service disruption and represents a crucial concern for policy decision making at all levels. Usually, service disruption is due to cables insulation damage, often caused by or accompanied by partial discharge (PD) event that is a localized electrical discharge that partially bridges the insulation between conductors. Since PD is one of the best early-warning indicators of insulation damage, the on-line PD location is the most suitable method to monitor network integrity and a desirable network protection method to guarantee electricity security.
The project’s main objective is to develop a new method for on-line PD location based on the innovative electromagnetic time reversal (EMTR) theory. It focuses on three specific objectives:To develop a numerical test bench to study PD on networks, through a training on computational electromagnetics (CEM).To design the new method, studying EMTR theory through a secondment under the supervision of the theoretician of EMTR theory for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) field application. To experimentally validate the method, through a secondment at the industrial partner, expert in on-line PD condition monitoring. The project, characterized by strong interdisciplinarity and mobility in a European context, will widen the fellow skills with new experience giving her the possibility to reach an independent position of research leadership. She has significant experience in the EMC field that will be enhanced studying CEM techniques and EMTR theory, both at theoretical level, working with the high-level researchers’ staff of Host Institution and Academic partner, and at experimental level through the secondment at the industrial partner
A Vision of Modernity: Narratives of Historical (Dis)continuity in Oman

Be it in academic publications, official speeches or ordinary narratives, the history of Oman and the foundations of its modern nation-state usually appear as a continuous teleological process.The dichotomies such as tradition vis-à-vis modernity and darkness versus enlightenment (or nahḍa) are articulated into a narrative of progression and transformation.This article aims to understand the conception and experience of these notions by looking at how the construction of history and its temporality follows an ethos of continuity.It examines if the vision of modernity selected and incorporated in the national narrative of building a peaceful Oman and creating an Omani identity anchored on Ibadi values is sustainable in the long term.In this process, the Omani citizen emerged, part of the modern citizenship process that requires creating bonds of aggregation through national identity and the relationship between people and state.Finally, the article focuses on the tensions that arise from the way modernisation is framed in the historical trajectory of the state-building, nowadays going through leadership changes and transitioning to a post-oil era.Que ce soit dans les recherches académiques, les discours officiels ou ordinaires, l'histoire d'Oman et les fondements de son État-nation moderne apparaît généralement comme un processus téléologique continu.Les dichotomies telles que la tradition et la modernité ainsi que l'obscurité contre l'illumination, généralement entendu comme "renaissance, ou nahḍa sont articulées au sein d'un récit de progrès et de transformation.Cet article vise à comprendre la conception et l'expérience de ces notions en examinant comment la construction de l'histoire et sa temporalité suivent une éthique de la continuité.Il examine si la vision de la modernité qui a été sélectionnée et incorporée dans le récit national de la construction d'un Oman pacifique et de la création d'une identité omanaise ancrée sur les valeurs ibadites est durable à long terme.Dans ce processus, le citoyen omanais a émergé, ce qui fait partie du processus de citoyenneté moderne qui nécessite de créer des liens d'agrégation à travers l'identité nationale SEARCH All OpenEdition  et la relation entre le peuple et l'État.Enfin, l'article se concentre sur les tensions qui découlent de la façon dont la modernisation est encadrée dans la trajectoire historique de la construction de l'État, qui connaît aujourd'hui des changements de son dirigeant et qui passe à l'ère postpétrolière.
Clicking Biobased Polyphenols: A Sustainable Platform for Aromatic Polymeric Materials

Lignin, tannins, and cashew nut shell liquid are considered the main sources of aromatic-based macromolecules. They represent an abundant alternative feedstock for the elaboration of aromatic chemicals and polymers, with a view to replacing some fossil-based fractions. Located in different tissues of plants, these compounds, with a large diversity and structural complexity, have, to date, been considered as byproducts derived from fractionation-separation industrial processes with low added value. In the last decade, the use of click chemistry as a tool for the synthesis of controlled macromolecular architectures has seen much development in fundamental and applied research for a wide range of applications. It could represent a valid solution to overcome the main limitations encountered in the chemical modification of natural sources of chemicals, with an environmentally friendly approach to create new substrates for the development of innovative polymers and materials. After a brief description of the main aromatic biopolymers, including the main extraction techniques, along with their structure and their properties, this Review describes chemical modifications that have mainly been focused on natural polyphenols, with the aim of introducing clickable groups, and their further use for the synthesis of biobased materials and additives. Special emphasis is given to several as-yet unexplored chemical features that could contribute to further fundamental and applied materials science research.
Digital Citizenship developed on wireless network in geographically isolated areas

The main objective of the project WDCNET is to realize a radio frequency wireless network, linking all public services suppliers (municipalities, schools, welfare) in geographically isolated areas, able to transport data and information valuable and helpful to citizens. The wireless technology grants a high performance and reliable network with minimum environmental impact, on which implementing and managing an Internet Portal which takes priority to citizens, also who lives in most isolated place, be informed and advised about the problems and services useful to the community, allowing the criteria of OCSE 2001.The main characteristic of developed societies is a high level of information use : Citizens also use information to exercise their civil rights and responsibilities, and social exclusion is compounded by a society divided into the information-rich (urban area) and the information-poor (rural area). The challenge is to ensure to rural peoples having access to the information they need to overcome their rights’ lacks, granting communications between the towns and isolated villages, information resource sharing among themselves and easy accessed by citizens.To address this target we need a high performance and reliable digital network. The objectives of the project are the following: • To give to the citizens, living in geographically isolated areas, an opportunity to use innovative ICT to support a participative use of public services • To realize a radio frequency wireless network with minimum environmental impact and at reasonable costs • To link all public services suppliers (municipalities, schools, welfare,..) in geographically isolated areas. • To develop and manage an Internet Portal which takes priority to citizens in transporting data and information valuable and helpful them to: 1. Be informed about available public services and their accessibility; 2. Be informed about new “in fieri” services and their process status; 3. Give a feedback on common themes and arguments under discussion; 4. Be actor (take part) in decision-making processes of local government. The main activities will be: 1. Establishment of transnational cooperation between partners to grant the access to developed innovations in project. 2. Implementation of wireless network covering the mountain and rural community’s territory, linked with National and International networks. 3. Designing, developing and managing an e-democracy Internet Portal, allowing the criteria of OCSE 2001 4. Know-how transfer and exchange of experiences and good practices between the partners. The project expects to improve the quality of life of rural and mountain communities and to provide them with quality services at an affordable cost. The deliverables will be three wireless digital networks in Italy, Greece, Malta and an transnational e-democracy portal focuses on issues such as development, environment, civil rights, public services and other social issues. Direct Beneficiaries: Local Administration, Welfare, Educational Institutions, Citizens and SMEs.
Where to From Here? Career Choices of Pre-service Teachers Undertaking a Dual Early Childhood / Primary Qualification

Recent Australian government initiatives in the early childhood education and care sector are placing demands for an increase in the number of degree qualified early childhood teachers. Many universities are now offering courses with dual qualifications as a way to provide alternate career opportunities for pre-service teachers; however it cannot be assumed that an equal number of graduates will filter into both primary school and early childhood education jobs. This paper presents a study which examined the expected career choices of pre-service teachers from two Victorian universities who were undertaking a dual early childhood / primary qualification. The findings of the study have implications for teacher education curriculum design in relation to the practical components of courses. The authors therefore argue that more attention needs to be focused on the practical components of teacher training courses considering issues of quality and timing.
Monitoring Learning Activities in PLE Using Semantic Modelling of Learner Behaviour

We report on the reflection of learning activities and revealing hidden information based on tracked user behaviour in our widget based PLE (Personal Learning Environment) at Graz University of Technology. Our reference data set includes information of more then 4000 active learners for a period of around two years. We have modelled activity and usage traces using domain specific ontologies like Activity Ontology and Learning Context Ontology from the IntelLEO EU project. Generally we distinguish three different metrics: user centric, learning object (widget) centric and activity centric. We have used Semantic Web query languages like SPARQL and representation formats like RDF to implement a human and machine readable web service along with a learning analytics dashboard for metrics visualization. The results offer a quick overview of learning habits, preferred set-ups of learning objects (widgets) and overall reflection of usages and activity dynamics in the PLE platform over time. The architecture delivers insights for intervening and recommending as closure of a learning analytics cycle[1] to optimize confidence in the PLE.
CASING FOR SOLAR COLLECTING SYSTEM

A solar collecting system comprising a closed casing formed with a base thermally isolated from a solar energy absorbing structure, one or more heat collectors fixed within the casing, and an essentially clear top cover for the casing extending over the one or more heat collectors, wherein the top cover is a double glazing structure.
Appendicectomy is Associated With Increased Pregnancy Rate

This study was carried out to determine whether pregnancy rate is reduced after appendicitis or appendicectomy.The association between appendicectomy, appendicitis, and subsequent fertility is controversial.A cohort study was carried out in the Medicines Monitoring database. The cohort of women who underwent appendicectomy and appropriate comparators were followed up until first pregnancy after appendicectomy date. Pathology of the appendix was verified manually. The association between appendicectomy, appendicitis, and pregnancy was determined by Cox regression models.The age and social deprivation score-matched analyses included 2935 patients who had appendicectomy with 5870 comparators. There were 1277 (43.5%) pregnancies in the appendicectomy cohort and 2319 (39.5%) in the comparator cohort during a mean follow-up of 12.4 (standard deviation: 7.3) years. The adjusted hazard ratios (HRs) for pregnancy rates were 1.20 (95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.10-1.31). In an unmatched cohort analysis (3009 in the appendicectomy cohort and 122,912 in the comparator cohort), the adjusted HRs for pregnancy rates were 1.65 (95% CI: 1.55-1.75). Within the histologically proven appendicitis subset, the adjusted HR was 1.21 (95% CI: 1.08-1.37) in comparison with the matched comparator cohort. In comparison with the group of participants who had appendicectomy for a normal appendix, the HRs were 0.98 (95% CI: 0.83-1.15) for mucosal and catarrhal appendicitis, 0.72 (95% CI: 0.64-0.82) for suppurative appendicitis, and 0.64 (95% CI: 0.50-0.80) for gangrenous appendicitis.Appendicectomy and early appendicitis were associated with increased pregnancy rates. Young women with early appendicitis had better pregnancy rates than those with advanced appendicitis. Early referral for laparoscopy and appendicectomy is advocated.
NANOSCALE MOLECULAR AND IMUNO-ASSAY SENSING USING SYMMETRY-BREAKING-INDUCED PLASMONIC EXCEPTIONAL POINTS

A method for detecting an analyte includes providing a sensor that includes a plurality of coupled polaritonic structures having polaritonic resonances. A surface of at least one of the polaritonic structure in the sensor is functionalized by providing a receptor for binding the analyte to the surface. The sensor is operated at an exceptional point (EP). The presence of the analyte on the surface is identified when a degeneracy of resonant frequencies and linewidths is lifted and a splitting of the resonant frequencies and linewidths occurs.
“Financial and real sector networks in europe”

Banks’ exposures to similar asset groups could become an important source of contagion when combined with interbank network spillovers. The FINREALNET project aims at elaborating a common portfolio network-based stress-test framework that could find application in regular stress-testing exercises carried out by the regulator. Using an innovative DebtRank-based model FINREALNET suggests identifying Systemically Important Real Sectors (SIRS) at the euro area and test stabilizing effects of sector targeting macro-prudential tools. The Project will comparatively assess the resilience of European Banks to losses on common exposures pre- and post- QE, as the structure of overlapping networks is expected to change after the QE. The FINREALNET project is a perfect springboard for the Principal Investigator (PI) through the possibility to build durable research network, and acquire new skills which are complementary to her current expertise.  Those new skills include research skills (theory and methodology), operational skills (algorithm writing), project management skills, language skills (German) and new data treatment skills (during the Secondment at the ECB). Moreover, working papers, presentations and recommendations for the regulator will improve the PI’s visibility as a young researcher and contribute to her research career. FINREALNET also builds a solid foundation for future collaborations. Finally, FINREALNET by its training and research program aims at promoting women’s integration in the domain of Economic research where a traditional gender gap persists.
Application of mass spectrometry detection technology in honey traceability analysis.

Honey is favorably accepted by an increasing number of people,due to its abundant nutrient contents and good health care function.In recent years,the quality and safety of honey has gradually become a prominent issue.Establishing honey traceability system can effectively identify,prevent and control the potential quality and safety hazard of honey,which is of utmost practical significance.Traceability detection technology has played an important role in supporting honey traceability system.According to the current development situation of honey traceability analysis and its domestic and overseas realities,this paper reviewed the research progress made in mass spectrometry detection technology in honey traceability analysis,combined with the advanced mass-spectrometric technique,such as isotope ratio mass spectrometric,high performance liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry,gas chromatography-mass spectrometry and inductively coupled-plasmamass spectrometry.The paper also put forward some view points and opinions about the future development trend and application prospects for honey traceability analysis and detection technology.
Experiences of social and solidarity economy: networks of incubators as territorial development strategies

The main objective of the project is to provide insights into the study and interpretation of processes that contribute to the promotion of networks of Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE). The research also aims at identifying models that can lead to social inclusion and local development. Moreover, the project ESSENTIALS will focus on a specific experience: Social Incubators, in an attempt to encourage socio-economic development of a specific area or of a whole country, regarding processes of social innovation and transfer of knowledge. In particular, the specific objectives, of the project are:
OB. 1. Map the incubators and compare the characteristics in Latin America and EU, understanding if there is a relationship between gender and organisational characteristics of an incubator.  
OB. 2. Identify the factors that contribute to the creation of incubators and the impacts of incubators, including the elements that ensure gender equality, through a comparative study. 
OB. 3.  Analyse the European context considering the strengths and weaknesses identified and thus develop a pilot study  at University of Calabria, including the gender perspective. 
The research carried out in Latin America will be compared (quantitatively and qualitatively) with European incubation activities. The relevance of this research is linked to understanding how to favour models capable of building a more Social and solidarity Europe, and closer to citizens. Thus, this project represents an important innovation for two reasons: (i) the study contributes to the debate on the role of social incubators and the most effective model to adopt, and brings new knowledge in Europe on the topic of social incubators oriented to the territory, a topic not widely investigated in Europe; (ii) it suggests a pratical solution for the implementation of social incubators in Europe, through the pilot study of creating a social incubator, that will provide feedback for new theoretical and cognitive elements.
Geospatial technology innovations for land tenure security in east africa

its4land delivers an innovative suite of land tenure recording tools that responds to sub Saharan Africa’s immense challenge to rapidly and cheaply map millions of unrecognized land rights in the region. ICT innovation will play a key role. Existing approaches have failed: disputes abound, investment is impeded, and the community’s poorest lose out. its4land reinforces strategic collaboration between the EU and East Africa via a scalable and transferrable ICT solution. Established local, national, and international partnerships drive the project results beyond R&D into the commercial realm. its4land combines an innovation process with emerging geospatial technologies, including smart sketchmaps, UAVs, automated feature extraction, and geocloud services, to deliver land recording services that are end-user responsive, market driven, and fit-for-purpose. The transdisciplinary work also develops supportive models for governance, capacity development, and business capitalization. Gender sensitive analysis and design is also incorporated. Set in the East African development hotbeds of Rwanda, Kenya, and Ethiopia, its4land falls within TRL 5-7: 3 major phases host 8 work packages that enable contextualization, design, and eventual land sector transformation. In line with Living Labs thinking, localized pilots and demonstrations are embedded in the design process. The experienced consortium is multi-sectorial, multi-national, and multidisciplinary. It includes SMEs and researchers from 3 EU countries and 3 East African countries: the necessary complementary skills and expertise is delivered. Responses to the range of barriers are prepared: strong networks across East Africa are key in mitigation. The tailored project management plan ensures clear milestones and deliverables, and supports result dissemination and exploitation: specific work packages and roles focus on the latter.