SIRIS-Lab/unlabelled-sti-corpus huggingface dataset:
REcycling strategies for the COastal sustainable waste management towards R&D Innovation

The overall objective of RE.CO.RD is to introduce environmentally friendly sustainable technologies and processes to manage plastic waste, specifically to promote a model of sustainable exploitation of the coasts through shared strategies for a functional waste management. Bathing sites will become protected sites in order to safeguard and enhance coastal ecosystems.

Marine pollution is a huge environmental problem: according to recent reports, the Adriatic Sea has an average of 27 floating waste per square kilometre, mainly out of plastic (90%), threatening local fauna.

RE.CO.RD project aims at reducing the environmental impact of economic activities related to the touristic exploitation of coastal areas bringing marine pollution as a direct result: the active participation of the population and the introduction of new technologies will lead to a virtual circle of plastic materials recycling.

The Municipality of Otranto is the Lead Partner of the project that involves two Italian partners, the University of Salento and the Municipality of Santa Cesarea Terme, and two Greek partners, the Municipality of Lefkada and the Technological educational institute of Epirus – Special account for research funds.
INTERNAL DIVISION ACTUATION OF VENTILATED FLOPPY DISK STACK

INTERNAL DIVISION ACTUATION OF VENTILATED FLOPPY DISK STACK A hollow tubular actuator device operates through an enclosure formed by aligned holes in multiple floppy type storage disks. The disks, separated by interposed ventilating spacers, are clamped between inflexible end plates in a closely spaced continually rotating stack assembly. The actuator preferably rotates with the stack and translates axially relative to the disks and spacers. The actuator has a slotted opening for transmitting variable pressure to a selected spacer (address) in the stack and thereby varies the aggregate pressure equilibrium in the stack due to centrifugal air flow. This acts to deflect the orbits of disks peripherally, on either side of the selected address space, forming a gap useful for obtaining external access to otherwise inaccessible storage surfaces adjacent the selected space.
Mathematical Modeling of an Active-Fiber Composite Energy Harvester with Interdigitated Electrodes

The use of active-fiber composites (AFC) instead of traditional ceramic piezoelectric materials is motivated by flexibility and relatively high actuation capacity. Nevertheless, their energy harvesting capabilities remain low. As a first step toward the enhancement of AFC’s performances, a mathematical model that accurately simulates the dynamic behavior of the AFC is proposed. In fact, most of the modeling approaches found in the literature for AFC are based on finite element methods. In this work, we use homogenization techniques to mathematically describe piezoelectric properties taking into consideration the composite structure of the AFC. We model the interdigitated electrodes as a series of capacitances and current sources linked in parallel; then we integrate these properties into the structural model of the AFC. The proposed model is incorporated into a vibration based energy harvesting system consisting of a cantilever beam on top of which an AFC patch is attached. Finally, analytical solutions of the dynamic behavior and the harvested voltage are proposed and validated with finite element simulations.
Coercivity Enhancement of Sintered Nd-Fe-B Magnets by Grain Boundary Diffusion with DyH3Nanoparticles

Grain boundary diffusion technique with DyH₃ nanoparticles was applied to fabricate Dy-less sintered Nd-Fe-B permanent magnets with high coercivity. The magnetic properties and microstructure of magnets were systematically studied. The coercivity and remanence of grain boundary diffusion magnet were improved by 60% and reduced by 7% compared with those of the original magnet, respectively. Meanwhile, both the remanence temperature coefficient (α) and the coercivity temperature coefficient (β) of the magnets were improved after diffusion treatment. Investigation shows that Dy is preferentially enriched as (Nd, Dy)₂Fe 14 B phase in the surface region of the Nd₂Fe 14 B matrix grains indicated by the remarkable enhancement of the magneto-crystalline anisotropy field of the magnet. As a result, the magnet diffused with a small amount of Dy nanoparticles possesses enhanced coercivity without remarkably sacrificing its magnetization.
Atrial fibrillation integrated approach in frail, multimorbid, and polymedicated older people

Multimorbidity is a common condition in older age, and can substantially influence individuals’ health and quality of life, making management more difficult. A single-disease approach with fragmented care is still prevalent in current healthcare systems despite multimorbidity representing a heterogeneous spectrum of disease combination(s). On this background, the novel approach underpinning the AFFIRMO project is to focus on clusters of multimorbidity where atrial fibrillation(AF) represents one of the chronic conditions. Improving the management of AF in the context of multimorbidity may benefit individuals on a larger scale, with a holistic approach to optimize clinical management of older AF patients taking into account the multifaceted aspects of individuals’ health, including multimorbidity, polypharmacy, personal preferences, and social context. 
First, the project aims to identify different clusters of multimorbidity in older patients with AF. Second, AFFIRMO aims to assess the needs of patients, caregivers, and health professionals for the comprehensive management of multimorbidity including AF, and to examine ways of optimizing care and self-management. Third, AFFIRMO will develop, implement and test the effectiveness of a patient-centered approach on older multimorbid AF patients in the clinical practice. We aim to adapt, implement and promote a care pathway, in older patients with multimorbidity. A specific objective will be to develop an interoperable care framework that can facilitate the application of this personalized care pathway, that bridges the continuum between primary and secondary care, with the active involvement of patients with shared decision-making. A further aim will be to model the impact of multimorbidity including AF on healthcare costs and the health economic benefits by the proposed integrated care pathway. Finally, subgroup analyses would assess differences on outcomes of in relation to gender and social inequalities.
Funding for the survival of M-ART

Due to the situation, I was forced to stop leading activities (Gastronomy) and other artistic activities (mass presentations). Turnover has decreased by 95.40 % compared to the average monthly revenue from April 2020 for 2019, and despite this, it has been possible to maintain all jobs and not suspend business activity so far. Unfortunately, I had to send my staff on vacation. As a result of the long downtime, payment bottlenecks have arisen, both for goods and for basic utility charges (electricity, gas, waste export) and there is a serious risk that we will get termination from 2 leasing companies. Following the resumption of gastronomy activities, turnover has not yet returned to pre-pandemic levels and is now around 50 %. Co-financing is necessary to maintain employment at the same level and will also allow for smooth implementation of current payments.
Serbian- austrian-italian (sai) partnership forcing excellence in ecosystem research

The overall aim of the project is the upgrade of knowledge, skills and social capacity of UNSFA in the field of environmental sciences, with special focus on agrometeorology and related ecosystem sciences (such as plant physiology, crop management). The main tool for reaching that aim will be establishment of the AgMnet+ research network at UNSFA in collaboration with leading international research institutions BOKU and UNIFI. As a strategy to improve S&T capacities of UNSFA, AgMnet+  will introduce the concepts of small study groups (SSGs) of UNSFA, BOKU and UNIFI students and develop joint study teaching material in English and native languages. BOKU and UNIFI partners will implement goal-driven measurement and modelling training in the selected research fields for AgMnet+ members. Additionally, EU partners will organise expert training related to preparation of research project proposals for  AgMnet+ researchers. Intensive exchange of short term scientific visits, guest lectures and students visits among partner institutions will contribute to improved eligibility of AgMnet+  members for participation on EU projects, increased number of papers in peer-review journals and increased citation. Finally, AgMnet+ will serve as a robust basis for the further sustainable development of the selected research fields at UNSFA, in Serbia and wider region of Western Balkan Countries. 
	Strategic partnership with BOKU and UNIFI, initiated by this project will significantly enhance the research and innovations capacities of UNSFA and help to upgrade the knowledge and skills of both of its students and researchers. Additionally, it will reduce potential ""crowding out"" effect at BOKU and UNIFI and increase  research and social capacity of all project participants.
VALVES FOR DESICCANT DRYERS

A series of valves which are specially designed for use in desiccant dryers. Each of the valves utilizes a housing (12), fabricated of standard pipe components and communicating flanges (13, 14) in conjunction with a poppet (24) and seat (20) arrangement. A support (30) fixed to one side of the interior of the housing carries an axial rod (23) to which the poppets (24) are mounted. Two- and three- way valves include a piston (36) and cylinder arrangement within the support to actuate the poppets. The poppet (224) of the check valve (200) is actuated automatically in response to pressure differentials across the poppet.
Fluctuating wing asymmetry and hepatic concentrations of persistent organic pollutants are associated in European shag (Phalacrocorax aristotelis) chicks

In aquatic birds, high body burdens of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) have been associated with developmental effects related to growth, increased fluctuating wing asymmetry, and disruption of the thyroid hormone, vitamin A (retinol) and vitamin E (tocopherol) homeostasis. The aim of the present study was to examine if morphological variables (body mass, liver mass, wing length, tarsus length and head length), fluctuating asymmetry of the wings and tarsus, growth rates and endocrine variables (thyroid hormones, retinol and tocopherol) were associated with hepatic levels of POPs (PCBs, OCPs and PBDEs) in 21 day old chicks of European shag (Phalacrocorax aristotelis). Partial Least Squares (PLS) analysis showed that fluctuating asymmetry of wing bone length (FA(WBL)) was affected by PCB-105, -118, -138, -153, and -180 (r(2)x=0.88, r(2)y=0.35, q(2)=0.29). Bivariate correlation confirmed significant positive relationships between FA(WBL) and each of these PCB congeners. In the PLS model no other biological variables were significantly affected by any of the POPs. Levels of POPs were much lower in the shag chicks than in eggs and in hatchlings from the same breeding colony, most likely due to growth dilution of the compounds. We suggest that the effects of the PCBs on FA(WBL) may be due to effects of these compounds on bone growth and bone structure. FA(WBL) may have functional effects on the fitness if it persists after fledging.
Effects of aerobic interval and moderate continuous training on erythrocyte rheological property modulated by hypoxic exercise in sedentary men (706.9)

This study investigated how aerobic interval (AIT) and moderate continuous training (MCT) influence hypoxic exercise-mediated erythrocyte aggregability and deformability under various shear conditions in sedentary men. Twenty-four sedentary males were randomized to perform AIT 3-minute intervals at 40% and 80% VO2 peak, n=12) or MCT (sustained 60% VO2 peak, n=12) for 30 minutes/day, 5 days/week for 6 weeks. Erythrocyte aggregability and deformability under various shear conditions were determined by a slit-flow ektacytometer. The results showed that, before exercise training, the 60%VO2max exercise under 12%O2 decreased maximal elongation index (EImax), as well as, increased aggregation index (AI) and shortened aggregation half-time (t1/2) in erythrocytes under shear flow. However, both AIT and MCT diminished erythrocyte EImax and AI, as well as, lengthened erythrocyte t1/2 during the 12%O2 exercise. Accordingly, we conclude that either AIT or MCT effectively improves hemorheological function by decreasing aggregability and increased deformability of erythrocytes during hypoxic exercise in sedentary men.
pAssengeRs and loGistics information Exchange System

Facing the various challenges generated by the technological, economical and regulatory changes, the Port Authorities are becoming an active and cohesive part of the superior level institutions trying to be pioneers in the Euro-Mediterranean area as regards the implementation of the Community directives. Specifically the objectives of ARGES are:
• Enhancing accessibility and mobility of passengers and freight using a common transnational information system.
• Reorganization of the transport services throughout the existing networks so as to reduce the traffic peaks, monitoring traffic conditions.
• Harmonization of information and data exchange among institutions in order to guarantee a higher level of security.
• Supply of tools for optimizing the management and use of the “long distance” and the so-called “last mile” itineraries.
BOTTLE WITH MIXING SYSTEM

There is provided an infant feeding bottle system (1) having an agitator (30) for mixing a powder substance with a liquid in a non-rigid disposable liner (25). The bottle system permits a user to mix powdered formula directly inside a non-rigid liner. The bottle system enhances the mixing effect, resulting in improved solubility, and provides for a self-contained uninterrupted mixing and feeding process.
Thrombophilic risk factors for placental stillbirth

To define the characteristics of placental stillbirth and the possible contribution of thrombophilic risk factors.A prospective cohort study was performed. Women diagnosed with antenatal stillbirth (>20 weeks) of singleton pregnancies between 2006 and 2008 were referred postpartum for evaluation. Maternal risk factors, fetal, placental and cord abnormalities, and a detailed thrombophilia screening, including inherited and acquired thrombophilia, were evaluated. Fetal autopsy and placental pathology were encouraged. Placental stillbirth was defined as death of a normally-formed fetus with evidence of intrauterine fetal growth restriction, oligohydramnios, placental abruption and/or histological evidence of placental contribution to fetal death. Pregnancy characteristics and thrombophilia profiles were compared between placental and non-placental stillbirth cases.Sixty-seven women with stillbirth comprised the study group. Placental stillbirth was evident in 33/67 (49.3%). Significantly more women with placental stillbirth were nulliparous, when compared with non-placental stillbirth women (21/33 vs. 9/34, p=0.002). Mean gestational age was lower for placental, compared with non-placental stillbirth (31.1 ± 6.1 weeks vs. 33.9 ± 4.8 weeks, p=0.04), as was birth weight. Thirty-six of the 67 women (53.7%) tested positive for at least one thrombophilia. The prevalence of maternal thrombophilia was higher for placental stillbirth women (63.6%), and even higher (69.6%) for women after preterm (<37 weeks) placental stillbirth. Factor V Leiden and/or prothrombin G20210A mutation were much more prevalent in placental versus non-placental stillbirth women (OR 3.06, 95% CI 1.07-8.7).Placental stillbirth comprises a unique subgroup with specific maternal characteristics. Maternal thrombophilia is highly prevalent, especially in preterm placental stillbirth. This may have implications for the management strategy in future pregnancies in this subgroup.
Autonomous monitoring unit for offshore applications

The global Oil and Gas Industry operates more than 7000 platforms worldwide. Almost all of them have already passed their design life and require condition assessment for the justification of extension of life. In addition floating equipment using mooring lines has faced considerable problems in the past 10 years. Over 185 mooring lines have been lost in this period creating a damage of over 1 million Euro each. The offshore wind industry has started to install thousands of structures offshore and require condition monitoring by law (i.e. HSB requirements in Germany).
Condition monitoring using ambient vibrations has a good reputation onshore already. VCE has been one of the leading suppliers of these services for 20 years. 
A major opportunity, but also challenge, is to develop an autonomous, robust monitoring unit for offshore application. VCE is determined to develop such a device based on previous developments and experience.
MEDITERRANEAN MEDIEVAL PLACES OF PILGRIMAGE Network for the documentation, preservation and enhancement of monuments in the euro -mediterranean area

The EGERIA network constitutes a factual cooperation of 11 bodies (public authorities, institutes, NGO’s, private bodies) from 8 countries of the Eastern Mediterranean. It aims at the development of a modern pilgrimage route that includes the far most valuable pilgrimage sites-cultural trademarks of the area, using the dynamic and experience of the appropriate bodies that systematically work for the cultural heritage. They contribute to regional development, preservation of the cultural scenery and natural environment but furthermore to creating the necessary terms for the social and economic development of the region through the vehicle οf cultural tourism. The idea Since ancient times pilgrimage has been an important form of religious activity, a ritual process in which the pilgrim as an individual strives to cleanse his/her mind and soul of worldly concerns, in pursuit of a higher spiritual state, thus enhancing of his/her life and spiritual status. Pilgrimage, as a peaceful and spiritual human activity, has resisted the pressures of passing centuries. Shrines and places of pilgrimage provide a common destination for those wishing to come together in peace and to enrich their own lives as well as to acquire spiritual grace through a journey of faith – a journey both real and symbolic. Such activities and places acquire even greater significance in these troubled times, especially in the region of the eastern Mediterranean. Etheria, or Egeria, an Early Christian pilgrim (381 – 384 AD), visited the most important places of Christian pilgrimage in the Mediterranean, passing through Alexandria in Egypt, Thebes, the Sinai monastery, Palestine, Jerusalem, Galilee, Antioch, Edessa, Seleucia and Constantinople –leaving us an invaluable journal of her travels. We owe much of our knowledge of the important pilgrim monuments of the early Christian world to her faith, courage and meticulous record of what she had witnessed. The life and work of this remarkable woman were the inspiration behind our own preparation of this Proposal and our desire to establish a comprehensive itinerary of east Mediterranean places of pilgrimage – an act of homage to her memory as well as an aid to a modern pilgrim, an academic, a scholar, and all ordinary visitors with the thirst for knowledge.
AROMATIC 2-BROMO-2,2-DICHLOROETHYL COMPOUNDS AND METHODS FOR THE PRODUCTION THEREOF

The present invention relates to novel aromatic 2-bromo-2,2-dichloroethyl compounds of the formula (V), in which Ar has the above meaning, and to methods for the production thereof.
Democracy support practice after the third wave: adapting to change?

Democracy Support Practice After the Third Wave: Adapting to Change? (DemSupPra) aims to assess the significance and impact of three recent developments on the practices of international election observation and assistance: (1) rapid technological change (new voting technologies and communication revolution); (2) ‘social learning’ by autocrats, which made assaults against democratic institutions including elections less visible (‘fake compliance’); and (3) the use of the ballot box to ‘backslide’ or advance illiberal democracy (‘majoritarianism’).  It asks how have these elements affected the two democracy support practices; and how have democracy supporters adapted to these developments?  In doing so, the project also sets out to answers the policy relevant question, whether election observation and assistance are still fit for purpose. It seeks to suggest ways in which the effectiveness and credibility of the two practices may be strengthened, especially at a time when democracy and democratic institutions, including elections, are facing a fresh wave of contestation. The project’s objectives are to: (1) contribute to the conceptual, theoretical and methodological innovation in studies of democracy support, in particular election observation and assistance; (2) explain the impact of the three ‘crises of democracy’ developments on the two practices; (3) improve cross-fertilisation between policy practice and academic research. These objectives will be achieved through a mixed-methods approach that combines: mapping of election observation and assistance as practices and a quantitative assessment of their adaptation to change (WP1); with qualitative comparative case study design to investigate the impact of the ‘crisis of democracy’ developments (WP2);  enriched by dissemination, communication and regular policy impact and public outreach endeavours (WP3); project and career management (WP4) teaching/training (WP5) and a secondment practice stage (S).
Statistical host identification as a test of dark energy

The past four years have witnessed dramatic discoveries surrounding the birth of gravitational wave astronomy. By their nature, gravitational waves are ideal probes with which to test the laws of gravity – something currently under scrutiny due to unresolved questions about the dark sector of the universe.  In this proposal I lay out an ambitious campaign to determine the behaviour of gravity over cosmological distances, using the upcoming surge of gravitational wave data. I will achieve this by developing the burgeoning technique of `Statistical Host Identification’ of gravitational wave sources. This new tool will enable me to test gravity using hundreds of future detections of binary black holes at high redshifts, even without direct redshift information – thus removing a major obstacle for gravitational wave cosmology.  I will phrase my constraints in terms of model-independent parameters that quantify physically viable deviations from General Relativity, making my results applicable to virtually any dark energy or extended gravity model. In this way, I can validate or eliminate the space of theories in current literature.  To model the distribution of gravitational wave events and their host galaxies, I will construct an approximate simulation that operates with generalised, model-independent gravitational laws – the first ever simulation to do this. This tool enables me to additionally use information about gravity from non-linear scales of cosmological structure. This regime is virtually untouched by current comparable work, and is a prime target for the next generation of galaxy surveys. My key objectives are: i) To develop the calculations and software tools needed to apply gravitational wave Statistical Host Identification, in theories of gravity beyond General Relativity; ii) To use these tools to obtain powerful new constraints on extended gravity models, thereby confirming or ruling out a leading candidate explanation for the nature of dark energy.