SIRIS-Lab/unlabelled-sti-corpus huggingface dataset:
Msca presidency conference 2020

We propose the following goals of the Conference: firstly, to demonstrate the impact and importance of Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions on researchers and, consequently, on strengthening of the European Research Area. MSCA Conference will provide a platform for in-depth discussions on the built and transformed landscape throughout the implementation of Horizon 2020 programme for young researchers. Following the path of the previous MSCA presidency Conferences within the Horizon 2020 framework programme, the Conference will contribute to a more effective research and mobility policy in ERA as well as demonstrate MSCA as a flagship EU programme for research mobility and training.
Secondly, the Conference will provide a platform for a discussion and examination of the impact of MSCA has on fair, balanced and effective brain circulation. Brain circulation, defined as a two-way flow of highly skilled people, provides the most necessary stimulus to knowledge and innovation exchange. However, divide between the more and less R&I intensive regions leads to research excellence being more and more clustered. One of the results of such clustering is the inability to fully recognize and exploit research and innovation potential of the ERA. A more thoughtful approach to migration of highly skilled workforce and researchers appears to be one of the most important elements contributing to national and European knowledge and innovation exchange, which could maximize European research impact, economic growth and a more competitive science.
Thirdly, by highlighting what has been done and what is envisioned for the future period, the Conference will reflect on connecting the needs of the ERA - and researchers in particular - the development of skills of researchers that are of an utmost importance when facing the future global challenges and the ambitious goals set by the current and future framework programmes.
All Fall Down: The Landslide Diary of Abby Roberts by J. Little

Little, Jean. All Fall Down: The Landslide Diary of Abby Roberts. Toronto: Scholastic Canada, 2014. Print.The Dear Canada Series is a strong, well-written series of novels bringing different periods of Canadian history to life through the voices of girls living at the time. There is a constant high quality of writing throughout the series and the books cover both moments of high drama, like the Halifax explosion, and also descriptions of the continuing stress of displacement and immigration.Jean Little is a fine writer whose descriptions vividly bring a scene to life and whose compassion exposes character and allows the reader to become one with her heroine.All Fall Down is the story of the Frank Slide in Alberta in 1902, but it does not begin there. We meet Abby and her family in Montreal and are thrown headlong into her story with the first sentence: “This morning my father was killed.” There has been an industrial accident and the family is left in turmoil. Here we begin to see the stresses Abby’s mother faces- no money, a child with Down Syndrome, and three other children to care for. Help comes from her mother’s brother who has opened a hotel in Frank, Alberta. He offers to take them all in. A three day train journey from Montreal takes them to Frank where their uncle and aunt greet them with kindness and concern. Little builds the situation in Frank; the prejudice against the Down Syndrome little brother, the prejudice, also against a friend Abby makes - Bird, a First Nations girl, and the changes in Abby’s older brother and sister as they, too, have to find a new place in the tiny community.The plot lines are skilfully woven- Abby’s growing skills and abilities, the family finding a place in the community, disease ,and strained relations with the First Nations people to the extent of ignoring a continual warning from Bird’s grandfather that the mountain would walk.Then the mountain walks.The first part of the book enables the reader to become so familiar with the family and the Frank community that the tragedy is all the more telling.All Fall Down is a strong engaging story, all the more effective because of the compassion with which a skilful writer, like Jean Little, has brought her people to life.Highly Recommended: 4 out of 4 stars Reviewer: Andrea DeakinAndrea has been involved with books since she was class librarian in Primary School, Student Librarian in Grammar School, student librarian for the Education Faculty when she was a student, and school librarian in schools both in England and in Canada, except for the first two years in Canada where she arrived in 1959. When she retired from teaching ( English and History) she was invited to review in February 1971, and continued to review for press, radio, and finally on the Internet (Deakin Newsletter from Okanagan College) until she retired in 2011. Forty years seemed sufficient- although she still cannot keep her nose out of good children's and YA fare.
Co-Designed innovation and system for resilient exascale computing in europe: from applications to silicon

To achieve the demands of extreme scale and the delivery of exascale, we embrace the computing platform as a whole, not just component optimization or fault resilience. EuroEXA brings a holistic foundation from multiple European HPC projects and partners together with the industrial SME focus of MAX for FPGA data-flow; ICE for infrastructure; ALLIN for HPC tooling and ZPT to collapse the memory bottleneck; to co-design a ground-breaking platform capable of scaling peak performance to 400 PFLOP in a peak system power envelope of 30MW; over four times the performance at four times the energy efficiency of today’s HPC platforms. Further, we target a PUE parity rating of 1.0 through use of renewables and immersion-based cooling.

We co-design a balanced architecture for both compute- and data-intensive applications using a cost-efficient, modular-integration approach enabled by novel inter-die links and the investigation of a custom EuroEXA processing unit with integration of FPGA for data-flow acceleration. We provide a homogenised software platform offering heterogeneous acceleration with scalable shared memory access and create a unique hybrid geographically-addressed, switching and topology interconnect within the rack while enabling the adoption of low-cost Ethernet switches offering low-Latency and high-switching bandwidth.
 
Working together with a rich mix of key HPC applications from across climate/weather, physics/energy and life-science/bioinformatics domains we will demonstrate the results of the project through the deployment of an integrated and operational peta-flop level prototype hosted at STFC. Supported by run-to-completion platform-wide resilience mechanisms, components will manage local failures, while communicating with higher levels of the stack. Monitored and controlled by advanced runtime capabilities, EuroEXA will demonstrate its co-design solution supporting both existing pre-exascale and project-developed exascale applications.
Wild materialism: the ethic of terror and the modern republic

Wild Materialism speaks to three related questions in contemporary political philosophy. How, if different social interests and demands are constitutively antagonistic, can social unity emerge out of heterogeneity? Does such unity require corresponding universals, and, if so, what are they, where are they found, or how are they built? Finally, how must the concept of democracy be revised in response to economic globalization, state and nonstate terrorism, and religious, ethnic, or national fundamentalism?Polemically rehabilitating the term terror, Lezra argues that it can and should operate as a social universal. Perched perilously somewhere between the private and the public domains, terror is an experience of unboundable, objectless anxiety. It is something other than an interest held by different classes of people; it is not properly a concept (like equality or security) of the sort universal claims traditionally rest on.Yet terror's conceptual deficiency, Lezra argues, paradoxically provides the only adequate, secular way to articulate ethical with political judgments. Social terror, he dramatically proposes, is the foundation on which critiques of terrorist fundamentalisms must be constructed. Opening a groundbreaking methodological dialoguebetween Freud's work and Althusser's late understanding of aleatory materialism, Lezra shows how an ethic of terror, and in the political sphere a radically democratic republic, can be built on what he calls wild materialism.Wild Materialism combines the close reading of cultural texts with detailed treatment of works in the radical-democratic and radical-republican traditions. The originality of its closely argued theses is matched and complemented by the breadth of its focus-encompassing the debates over the ticking bombscenario; the circumstances surrounding ETA's assassination of Admiral Luis Carrero Blanco in Madrid in 1973; the films of Gillo Pontecorvo; Sade's republican writing; Marx's Critique of Hegel's Philosophy of Right; and the roots of contemporary radical republicanism in early modern political theology (Bodin, Shakespeare, Parsons, Siliceo).
Congenital disorders of glycosylation

Congenital disorders of glycosylation (CDG) have grown enormously since the discovery of the first protein glycosylation defect in 1980, presenting with a broad clinical spectrum. Expansion in number and complexity of the CDG group has even necessitated a new nomenclature. By 2011, the CDG group includes lipid glycosylation disorders and other related processes and almost 50 distinct disorders.Current research has not only expanded the spectrum of CDG types, but has also given novel insight into those previously described. The discovery of genetic defects in the conserved oligomeric Golgi complex, affecting protein glycosylation and processing through the secretory pathway, raised the concept of 'secondary' glycosylation disorders. The number of lipid glycosylation disorders, linking lipid synthesis to CDG, that were previously regarded as rare, is also increasing rapidly. In other areas of research, the bridge between muscular dystrophies and metabolic disorders is being further reinforced with the discovery of additional defects in the DPM-CDG subgroup, a CDG characterized by significant muscle involvement.It is of great importance that clinicians stay up-to-date on the field of CDG and consider it in their differential diagnosis of unknown syndromal presentations. Nevertheless, many advances have yet to be made, including information on the natural course of CDG. The lack of treatment for nearly all CDG types is striking, and the field must continue to push for innovative therapies. Clinicians and researchers must work together to describe the natural course and, most importantly, collaborate to find new therapies.
An FPT algorithm for the vertex cover P4 problem

A subset F of vertices of a graph G is called a vertex cover P t ( V C P t ) set if every path of order t in G contains at least one vertex from F . The vertex cover P t ( V C P t ) problem is to find a minimum V C P t set in a graph. The V C P t problem is NP-complete for any integer t ≥ 2 . In this paper, we restrict our attention to the V C P 4 problem and present an FPT algorithm with runtime O ∗ ( 3 k ) for the V C P 4 problem. The algorithm constructs a V C P 4 set of size at most k in a given graph G , or reports that no such V C P 4 set exists in G .
The Study of The Environmental Sustainability of Rural Housing in Lorestan province, Iran

The present study has assessed the environmental sustainability of rural housing in terms of quantitative and qualitative indicators, according to the latest information resources from the Statistical Center of Iran and the Housing Foundation of Islamic Revolution, together with analytical and technical methods. Data collection was conducted using TOPSIS method, the coefficient of dispersion, and cluster analysis. Results from the TOPSIS method, which was used for analyzing the application of environmental indicators of rural housing, show that the CLi values of this index in the cities of Dorood and Aligoodarz are 0.461376 and 0.103033, respectively. Delfan, Azna, and Khoramabad, as wealthier cities, are next in the ranking, following the city of Dorood. The CLi values obtained from environmental measures of rural housing reveals the existence of gaps and divergence between the cities of Lorestan province. Coefficient of dispersion indicators show that the ratio of housing with appropriate sewage system (wastewater) by a factor of 1.153702734 has the highest coefficient of dispersion and the ratio of housing with appropriate sewage system (toilet) with a coefficient of determination of 0.02354327 has the lowest coefficient of dispersion among the indicators. The results show that the environmental indicators in the cities such as Aligoodarz, Poldokhtar, and Koohdasht, where there are livestock activities, are in more unsustainable situation, as compared to other cities of the province.
Consumer Response to Overstyling: Balancing Aesthetics and Functionality in Product Design

Aesthetic design, or styling, is an important product attribute in today's retail environment, especially when functional demands have been met (Chitturi, Raghunathan, & Mahajan, 2007; Hoegg, Alba, & Dahl, 2010). This research note, however, focuses on consumer responses to products when perceived functionality is low. Ideally, high styling is combined with high functionality, but perceived trade-offs may arise when styling appears to conflict with functionality. This research highlights some implications of these trade-offs and emphasizes that they depend on usage context. Specifically, the authors demonstrate that styling can compensate for minor, but not major, flaws in functionality (Study 1). Further, the influence of styling on perceived functionality and product evaluation is less (vs. more) favorable in a utilitarian (vs. hedonic) context (Study 2). Key insights for managers based on this research are discussed.
METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR NATURAL ORIFICE VAGINAL HYSTERECTOMY

A transuterine cannula (40, 100, 130, 172, 180, 200, 220, 226) through which an endoscope (46, 106, 132, 150, 252) can be advanced into the peritoneal space to provide visualization of tissue cutting in the peritoneal space pursuant to a vaginal hysterectomy.
A neutron total scattering study of local coordination in KTiOPO4from room temperature to 900 °C

Neutron total (Bragg plus diffuse) scattering data have been analysed by means of bond valence constrained reverse Monte Carlo modelling, using RMCProfile software, in order to simultaneously probe the natures of the short- and long-range structural correlations in potassium titanyl phosphate, KTiOPO(4) (KTP). The diffraction data were collected at room temperature, 300, 500, 700 and 900 °C, and the resulting partial radial distribution functions, g(jk)(r), were thoroughly investigated in order to obtain information about the structural aspects that cause reduced second harmonic generation (SHG) with increasing temperature in KTP. The -TiO(6)-PO(4)- lattice shows very little rigid unit motion up to 900 °C and the PO(4) tetrahedra were likewise unchanged. However, subtle changes regarding oxygen disordering around the TiO(6) octahedra, i.e. the number of short titanyl bonds, and K(+) cation displacement along the c axis are carefully mapped out. The latter has a direct detrimental effect on the SHG response, whilst the anisotropic Ti-O bond distribution seems to be a prerequisite for the SHG effect.
Using antisense inhibition to understand wolbachia symbiosis and antiviral protection

Wolbachia is a widespread, intracellular symbiont of arthropods and filarial nematodes, inducing reproductive distortions and antiviral protection in insects. Wolbachia is currently being deployed in disease vector control programs and is also a target in the treatment of lymphatic filariasis. Despite its prevalence, fascinating phenotypes, and applied importance, Wolbachia biology remains poorly explored, as it cannot be cultured or genetically manipulated. To date, antisense RNA and a transfection reagent that knock down Wolbachia gene expression have been deployed in cell culture, but the effect was modest and likely very transient. In order to achieve a robust and lasting antisense inhibition in Wolbachia, applicable in an in vivo system, I will utilize developments from drug delivery and gene manipulation in other members of the Rickettsiales. This will involve the use of nuclease resistant nucleic acid analogs, which can strongly inhibit transcripts for many days. This technology will be combined with attachment to different transporter molecules, known to deliver nucleic acids to other intracellular bacteria and parasites within host cells and organisms. I will then use this system to interrogate the genes putatively involved in host-microbe interactions in cell culture. I will focus on genes underlying symbiosis and those directly conferring the trait of antiviral resistance. The technology created will be widely applicable in studies of host-symbiont interactions, and in determining the mechanisms underlying the diverse phenotypes and symbioses observed. This project will thus both enable discovery science and allow better human disease prevention and treatment.
Radio Miscommunication: EL2 Pilots in the Australian General Aviation Environment

Communicating effectively via the radio in General Aviation (GA) is a challenging task for most pilots. This is even more challenging for non-native speakers of English (EL2) who are required to master not only a second language but ‘Aviation English’ to communicate with both Air Traffic Control (ATC) and other pilots. In two pilot studies conducted in Eastern Australia, we investigated the ability of GA pilots, both native and non-native speakers of English, to effectively communicate with ATC and with other pilots over the radio, in order to assess the contribution of native language to incidents of miscommunication and the impact it may have on air safety. The results revealed that indeed communication is difficult for EL2 pilots as well as for native pilots. Irrespective of native language, pilots found communicating with one another the most challenging task while communicating with ATC was found to be the least challenging. These results are discussed from an operational perspective.
System for photographic lateral surfaces of solid samples.

Système de photographie des surfaces latérales d'échantillons solides. Il est du type comportant un support (21) de l'échantillon à photographier (22), des moyens pour entraîner en rotation le support (21) et l'échantillon (22), un dispositif photographique fixe dont le film sensible est déplacé à une vitesse linéaire en synchronisme avec la vitesse de rotation de l'échantillon et il est caractérisé en ce qu'il comprend en outre, des moyens d'humidification (29, 30) de l'échantillon (22) et des moyens (21) pour former une mince pellicule de fluide sur toute la surface latérale dudit échantillon pendant la photographie de ladite surface latérale. Application notamment à la photographie de carottes prélevées mécaniquement par un appareil de forage.
Hollow carbon hemispheres supported palladium electrocatalyst at improved performance for alcohol oxidation

Abstract The synthesis procedure of the hollow carbon hemispheres (HCHs) using glucose as carbon source and polystyrene spheres (PSs) as templates and the formation mechanism of the HCHs have been presented. The HCHs have regular morphology and high BET surface area of 702.7 m2 g−1. The advantage of the HCHs compared to the hollow carbon spheres is that the HCHs can provide similar surface area at reduced volume. The electrocatalytic activity of ethanol oxidation on Pd supported on HCHs electrocatalyst (Pd/HCH) is 2.8 times higher than that of Pd supported on commercial Vulcan XC-72 carbon (Pd/C) electrocatalyst at the same Pd loadings. The high surface area is beneficial for the dispersion of the precious metal nanoparticles to increase their utilization. The hemispherical structure with hollow shell results in the improvement in the mass transfer and therefore more concentrated ethanol solution can be used to increase the energy density.
Hearing voices in the resting brain: A review of intrinsic functional connectivity research on auditory verbal hallucinations

Resting state networks (RSNs) are thought to reflect the intrinsic functional connectivity of brain regions. Alterations to RSNs have been proposed to underpin various kinds of psychopathology, including the occurrence of auditory verbal hallucinations (AVH). This review outlines the main hypotheses linking AVH and the resting state, and assesses the evidence for alterations to intrinsic connectivity provided by studies of resting fMRI in AVH. The influence of hallucinations during data acquisition, medication confounds, and movement are also considered. Despite a large variety of analytic methods and designs being deployed, it is possible to conclude that resting connectivity in the left temporal lobe in general and left superior temporal gyrus in particular are disrupted in AVH. There is also preliminary evidence of atypical connectivity in the default mode network and its interaction with other RSNs. Recommendations for future research include the adoption of a common analysis protocol to allow for more overlapping datasets and replication of intrinsic functional connectivity alterations.
Brazil's journey from the Earth Summit to Rio +20

The 1992 Rio Earth Summit brought about a cultural shift as citizens and governments alike became increasingly aware of the need to protect the environment as economies progress. The summit led to the formulation of legal and institutional frameworks to protect the environment, and we have seen improvements in many environmental indicators, such as the banning of lead in gasoline and a significant increase in natural protected areas. Nonetheless, we are still failing to mainstream environmental issues across sectoral policies and programmes and environmental quality is worsening in many areas. The lack of a coherent approach has had clearly negative impacts, one of the most obvious examples being the persistence of subsidies for fossil-fuel-based energy in many countries. The author of this introductory chapter draws on lessons from her own country, Brazil, which has made significant strides towards sustainable development. She calls for a green economy focus that: links the environment and the economy; considers medium and long-term needs and challenges; and recognises the diversity of countries, their differing levels of development and the inequalities of wealth distribution among nations. Such an approach, however, is not a natural market tendency – specific public policies will be needed if we are to green our economies.
Improvements in or relating to flexible joints for pipes

629,084. Pipe joints. BARD, F. N. Aug. 19, 1946, No. 24625. [Class 99(i)] A ball-and-socket joint comprises a ball member 15 movable in a casing 10, a seating ring 17 in the mouth of a socket 13, a spring-pressed member shown as a seating ring 20 in the base of the socket, and a sealing-member shown as a copper ring 18 compressed between the casing and a bevelled edge of the ring 17 by the action of the ring 20. The spring comprises a number of dished spring washers 21 oppositely disposed.
Adaptar PME

Adaptação da empresa a novos métodos de organização do trabalho e de relacionamento com terceiros, relativamente ás novas condições de distanciamento físico e higienização no contexto da pandemia COVID-19, garantido o cumprimento das normas estabelecidas pelas autoridades competentes.