SIRIS-Lab/unlabelled-sti-corpus huggingface dataset:
Microbiological Processes Affecting the Hydrogeochemistry of Arsenic-Contaminated Groundwater in the Datong Basin, Northern China

Abstract Arsenic contamination in drinking groundwater in the Datong Basin, northern China has been threatening millions of people's health for decades. To delineate the hydrogeochemical characteristics of arsenic contaminated water is the key to understanding arsenic mobilization. Groundwater in the Datong Basin was characterized as soda water, with a high concentration of HCO 3 − and Na + . The elevated concentration of HCO 3 − in groundwater was considered to result largely from the decomposition of organic matter in the sediment. Indirect evidence implied that the second dominant cation in groundwater, Mg 2+ , was linked to bacterial sulfate reduction (BSR), which could favor dolomite precipitation at earth surface temperatures. Additionally, Ca 2+ in groundwater may go through this modification, in addition to Mg 2+ . In this investigation, As concentrations in groundwater negatively correlated with Mg 2+ . Although there was a lack of strong evidence from this study, as well as in the documented literature, Mg is perhaps directly involved in arsenic mobilization during microbiological processes. The role of Mg in arsenic biogeochemical cycling needs to be further investigated to better understand environmental constraints on arsenic geochemical behavior.
Universal nature and finite-range corrections in elastic atom-dimer scattering below the dimer breakup threshold

We investigate universal behavior in elastic atom-dimer scattering below the dimer breakup threshold calculating the atom-dimer effective-range function $ak\cot\delta$. Using the He-He system as a reference, we solve the Schr\"odinger equation for a family of potentials having different values of the two-body scattering length $a$ and we compare our results to the universal zero-range form deduced by Efimov, $ak\cot\delta=c_1(ka)+c_2(ka)\cot[s_0\ln(\kappa_*a)+\phi(ka)]$, for selected values of the three-body parameter $\kappa_*$. Using the parametrization of the universal functions $c_1,c_2,\phi$ given in the literature, a good agreement with the universal formula is obtained after introducing a particular type of finite-range corrections. Furthermore, we show that the same parametrization describes a very different system: nucleon-deuteron scattering below the deuteron breakup threshold. Our analysis confirms the universal character of the process, and relates the pole energy in the effective-range function of nucleon-deuteron scattering to the three-body parameter $\kappa_*$.
Eera secretariat 3

The purpose of EERA is to strengthen and expand Europe’s capabilities in sustainable energy research by connecting and joining European energy research activities. EERA’s efforts take place in the context of and contribute to the targets formulated in the Strategic Energy Technology (SET) Plan. The core activity of EERA is the operation of the EERA Joint Programmes. EERA currently runs 17 Joint Programmes. The EERA Joint Programmes are strategic platforms for cooperation and joint programming between major research organisations on common research agendas. 
Active in diverse areas such as wind energy, smart grids, advanced materials and energy storage, the Joint Programmes represent today an important part of Europe’s energy research backbone. 
Through the Joint Programmes, EERA support Member States in their efforts to coordinate their long-term energy research activities. Serving as the research arm of the SET-Plan, the EERA Joint Programmes are developing into a sort of “Virtual European Institute on Energy Research”, working in open collaboration with innovation and industrial initiatives and stakeholders. 
In order to provide support to the different EERA bodies (Executive Committee, Joint Programmes) and ensure efficient operations, the EERA Secretariat was established in 2010. The main objective of the EERA Secretariat is to support EERA as key actor in the implementation of the integrated SET Plan by:
•	Accelerated EU delivering on the SET-Plan priorities 
•	Ensure a more transparent and better functioning EERA
•	Strengthen EERA structuring effects on the energy research community
Visualizing death inducing protein complexes

Every day billions of cells die in our bodies as part of normal healthy processes. These cell deaths are called “regulated cell deaths” as they occur through the activation of genetically encoded molecular machinery.  However, too little or too much cell death is the cause of various diseases and of illness caused by exposure to chemicals. Understanding these cell death processes and how they are controlled may lead to new treatments for disease as well as explaining why some chemicals are hazardous. 

Regulated cell deaths as exemplified by apoptosis, necroptosis, and pyroptosis are induced by the formation of protein complexes. Here, we will develop new molecular tools to visualize the formation of the protein complexes in live cells and tissues and then use these tools to study cell death in normal and disease processes.  Our consortium includes cell death experts, bioluminescence experts, zebrafish experts, as well as structural, developmental, molecular and cell biologists in industry and academia. The proposed research network will provide intersectoral mobility between laboratories expert in complementary skills. This will drive the development of the new tool and enhance the researchers’ career prospects. 

The research is of importance to many citizens of the EC; it will contribute to increasing food security by improving aquaculture, improving the health of aging populations through the study of degenerative diseases, improving toxicity assessment to better protect citizens from chemical hazards and improving the drug-development by better identification of adverse effects. Moreover, the assays emerging from the research will be commercialized by the industrial partners in the network, so supporting economic development within the EU.
Contactless rechargeable audio headset

This headset comprises two earphones (10), each comprising a generally ring-shaped, flexible circumaural or supra-aural pad (16), mounted on a shell (14) receiving a transducer (30). The headset comprises an electronic circuitry powered by a battery, and a battery recharging circuit connected to at least one inductive-coupling recharging coil (20). The coil is housed in a pad (16), and it is housed in a region of the pad (16) that is close to an outer limit plane, on the wearer side, of the envelope (16a, 16b) of the pad, for example near a seam (C) between two portions (16a, 16b) of an envelope of the pad.
Tray sealer with exchangeable belt body

The invention relates to a tray sealer having a feed belt comprising a drive unit and a belt body having a conveyor belt. The belt body is adapted to be dismounted, together with the conveyor belt, from the drive unit without making use of a tool. An exchange unit is provided on or at the tray sealer, the exchange unit being configured for accommodating the belt body when the belt body is dismounted from the drive unit. A corresponding method for exchanging or cleaning at least one of a conveyor belt, a belt body and/or a drive unit of a tray sealer is also provided.
Estrategias efectivas de los mediadores chilenos en conflictos laborales

Este artículo pretende describir la eficacia de los comportamientos de mediadores laborales en conflictos colectivos chilenos, a la vez que da cuenta del funcionamiento del sistema de mediación laboral en Chile. Se realizaron 19 entrevistas a mediadores chilenos de cinco centros de mediación distribuidos por todo el país, utilizando como base el cuestionario sobre mediadores exitosos propuesto por Goldberg (2005). Las autodescripciones se analizaron con el software ATLAS.ti 9.0, a partir del cual se trabajó con el sistema de categorías de estrategias de mediación propuesto para desarrollar una buena relación con las partes a través de la empatía, la confianza, la neutralidad y la escucha activa. Los mediadores laborales reportaron el uso de dos tipos de estrategias (contextual y reflexiva) y no dieron cuenta del uso de estrategias sustantivas. Los resultados fueron consistentes con algunos hallazgos en la literatura según los cuales los mediadores mostraron que la razón central de su éxito fue dado por el uso de estrategias contextuales y reflexivas, no habiendo distinción respecto de las estrategias en los distintos tipos de conflictos.
Room temperature lifetime of triplet excitons in fluorescent host/guest systems

Abstract We studied the triplet decay dynamics in the fluorescent polymer–polymer host/guest system F8BT/MEH-PPV and in the small molecule host/guest system Alq 3 /DCM. The triplet lifetime was determined by a highly sensitive time-resolved measurement of the triplet state absorption via a pump and probe experiment in a waveguide structure. We were able to identify triplet–triplet annihilation as a major decay mechanism of triplet states in the pristine amorphous organic materials at room temperature (rate constant: k TT  ≈ 10 −12  cm 3  s −1 ). On the contrary, the host/guest systems showed a significantly increased triplet lifetime caused by a reduced triplet–triplet annihilation rate which we attribute to a substantially lowered mobility of the localized triplet excitons. Our results are expected to be of paramount importance for organic light emitting devices based on fluorescent emitters (e.g. organic lasers and organic light emitting diodes).
Technologie innovante combinant le processus de nanostructure de l’acier par traitement thermique avec des techniques d’ingénierie de surface

Number_reference_aid_programme: SA.41471(2015/X) Objet de l’aide publique: Article 25 du règlement (CE) no 651/2014 du 17 juin 2014 déclarant certaines catégories d’aides compatibles avec le marché intérieur dans l’application des articles 107 et 108 du traité C’est tout. L’objectif du projet est de développer à l’échelle industrielle une technologie innovante combinant des techniques d’ingénierie de surface telles que le nitriding et le carburage avec la nanostructure en acier par traitement thermique. La technologie de la nanostructure vous permet de produire une microstructure construite à partir de nanobainite ou d’un mélange de bainite et de martensite avec une austénite stable, grâce à laquelle des paramètres de résistance très élevés sont obtenus tout en maintenant une plasticité élevée. Il améliore également la résistance à la fatigue, la résistance au frottement et réduit la déformation durcissement. Cependant, la teneur élevée en austénite ne permet pas d’atteindre la dureté élevée nécessaire dans de nombreuses applications. Ainsi, les méthodes d’ingénierie de surface, en particulier les processus de production de couches de diffusion, par exemple les couches nitridées ou carburées, deviennent prospectives. Cependant, leur mise en œuvre directe des processus conventionnels aux structures à grains ultrafins avec austénite n’est pas possible. Il y a un problème de stabilité thermique limitée de la nanostructure en nitriding et des différences dans la cinétique et les températures de transformation de phase dans le noyau et la couche carburée. Le projet entreprendra des travaux visant à combiner la structure nanocristalline avec une surface raffinée pour produire des éléments prototypes ayant des propriétés bien meilleures qu’après un traitement conventionnel. L’avantage de la technologie développée est la possibilité de sa mise en œuvre avec l’utilisation d’équipements existants pour le traitement thermique et chimique ou avec une petite modification de ceux-ci. Les traitements proposés peuvent être utilisés pour la production, par exemple, d’outils de traitement à froid, de couteaux: impression, bois et recyclage [...]
Fast and nano-enabled smart materials, structures and systems for energy harvesting

The project's overall concept is centred on the scaling up of novel, mass-production nano-manufacturing techniques invented by FAST-SMART partners for synthesis of nano-structured smart materials and component manufacturing for energy harvesting applications to significantly improve the material quality and structural reliability (>50%~100% improvement) and reduce overall materials and processing costs (by 30%) through shortening the process chains and improving material processing efficiency, being focused on less and free rare-element dependence materials (such as lead-free piezoelectric and Hf-free half-Heusler thermoelectric materials) as well as on new energy harvester designs considering environmental strategy, thus to bring about positive, environment-related impacts to Europe (greenhouse gas emission down by 50%, waste reduction by 50%), increased EU’s market share worthy hundreds million Euros initially, and to promote wide implementation of Internet of Things (IoT) and Digital Single Market (DSM) in Europe, due to introduction of the new energy harvesting products, design and manufacturing services created through the FAST-SMART’s partnership. 

Current obstacles to the large-scale introduction of energy harvesters that use materials with less rare-element dependence and/or that are toxicity-free are associated largely with inadequate material performance and reliability, high manufacturing cost, and inadequately developed product design strategy addressing needs for sustainable developments. The main driver of the proposal lies in a need to meet challenges particularly for the development and applications of Piezoelectric (PE) and Thermoelectric (TE) materials, associated structures and systems for new-generation energy harvesters, and for dealing with energy generation, storage and uses related issues with a systematic approach, and hence, to help to meet EU’s targets on the social, economic and environmental developments.
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR IMPROVED PERFORMANCE IN NUCLEAR MEDICINE IMAGING

A collimator for a nuclear medical imaging process includes a cylinder or arc that is opaque to emissions from a subject arranged within an interior space. The system also includes a plurality of pin-hole collimators arranged about the cylinder or arc to permit emissions from the subject to reach a detector arranged at the exterior of the cylinder or arc, which divide the collimator into a plurality of segments. The cylinder or arc includes holes extending in one of in parallel or divergent to one another along each respective segment in the plurality of segments to permit emissions from the subject to reach the detector. The detector may include multiple segments, each configured to occupy part of an exit side of a pin-hole collimator. The detector may move relative to the pin-hole collimator to vary a pin-hole view of an imaging object at each detector position.
Study on Pallet of Tobacco Industry Performance Degradation Detection Model

In this paper, we first introduce the background of pallet using in tobacco industry and sharing. The establishment of sharing system usually needs set of perfect detection index system to evaluate pallets. However, pallets cannot be repaired, the performance will only gradually decline until lose effectiveness. Currently, in china, almost all kinds of standards for pallets are access standards, and set parameters what the new pallet needs to follow, but lack of standards of pallets-out based on actual application environment. In this paper, we establish deterioration model based on the theory of Reliability Mathematics and data accumulated over the years of China Tobacco Zhejiang Industrial Co., Ltd. Eventually we calculate the reliability change – point to compensate for this deletion.
Abstract 8437: Volumetric Studies of the Right Ventricle Using Anatomically Accurate Expandable Latex Models

Background: Right ventricular (RV) anatomy is far more complex than left ventricular anatomy due to its challenging three-dimensional shape. Recently, TomTec imaging has developed new software known as 4D RV-Function. It is the first software for 3D echo data. This program allows one to study and envisage RV function and RV anatomy. Methods: Clay molds were made from the RVs of 5 sheep hearts. Each mold was layered with liquid latex to form a sac of the right ventricle. A hole was cut at the top of each latex RV model and a tube placed within it for attaching to the pulsatile pump. 4D images were acquired using a GE Vivid I9 ultrasound system. The obtained 4D images were then entered into TomTec9s 4D RV Function imaging program to execute the volumes. Results: At all steady states, there was a good correlation between the volumes from TomTec9s 4D RV Function analysis program and the actual volumes that were emptied out of the heart at systole and diastole (R=0.93, p Conclusions: Volumes of different right ventricle models could be defined quite accurately using TomTec9s 4D RV Function program. This will prove useful in the future because it will not only increase diagnostic confidence, but it will ultimately improve the management and treatment of patients with congenital heart disease, heart failure, and pulmonary hypertension.
High Intensity Interval Training Vs Moderate Intensity Continuous Training in the Management of Metabolic Type Disease

Previously, the use of moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT) has 
generally been considered the most beneficial exercise treatment modality for 
the prevention/management of metabolic type disease. More recently, however, 
high-intensity interval training (HIIT) has emerged into the clinical setting as a 
potential alternative to traditional MICT in the management of such diseases, but 
the comparative effects are not well understood. Use of HIIT has the potential 
to induce favorable physiological remodeling that is similar or even superior to 
MICT, despite a considerably lower exercise volume and time commitment. Many 
studies have therefore examined the efficacy of HIIT relative to MICT with respect 
to reducing the development and progression of numerous metabolic conditions 
including obesity, type 2 diabetes, and the metabolic syndrome. Despite this, 
however, the efficacy of HIIT relative to MICT in reversing the specific symptoms 
and adverse effects of those at risk of, or afflicted with metabolic disease is 
not well understood. Moreover, HIIT is often perceived as very stressful and 
demanding, which could potentially render it unsafe and/or unappealing for 
clinical populations whom are already at a higher risk of experiencing adverse 
events. Furthermore, the optimal prescriptive variables (volume, intensity, 
duration, rest) of a HIIT protocol that elicit the greatest benefits for each of the 
aforementioned clinical cohorts have not been established. This review article 
aims to explore the use of HIIT with respect to the above. Firstly, the efficacy of 
HIIT is examined relative to MICT in the management of metabolic diseases, with 
particular relevance to physiological adaptations, health outcomes, and potential 
mechanisms. Secondly, the potential safety issues relating to the suitability and 
tolerability of HIIT for clinical populations, as well as the optimal HIIT prescriptive 
variables for such clinical populations are discussed.
Governance principles and methods enabling decision makers to manage and regulate the changing mobility systems

Regulators and decision-makers at different levels of government seem overwhelmed by the challenge, acknowledging that existing frameworks may be inadequate in terms of protecting society, fostering business development and achieving integrated, sustainable mobility. In light of this, GECKO’s main goal is to support authorities with tools and recommendations for new regulatory frameworks to lead the transition to the new mobility era of cooperative, inclusive, competitive, sustainable and interconnected mobility across all modes, through evidence-based research. GECKO provides a holistic approach with innovative concepts, methodologies and forward-looking tools to enable this transition to take place, leading to new, adaptive and anticipatory regulatory schemes and balanced governance. It will build on the strong networks of the partners on the project to ensure all solutions are co-designed and validated before submission. A number of key indicators and cooperation models will help to develop the Regulatory Frameworks Dashboard, with which the maturity of regulation with respect to emerging mobility solutions can be judged. The final output will be to provide recommendations to policy makers to enable adaptive and anticipatory regulatory schemes and governance with novel policies contributing to sustainable mobility goals. GECKO will outline an implementation plan with actions up to 2040 needed to devise regulatory approaches for disruptive innovations and identify new regulatory frameworks streamlining uptake. GECKO will advise policy makers of challenges and policies that need to be addressed to move towards integrated, accessible and sustainable mobility across modes for passenger and freight transport.
2-aminopyrimidine modulators of the histamine h4 receptor

2-Aminopyrimidine compounds are described, which are useful as H 4 receptor modulators. Such compounds may be used in pharmaceutical compositions and methods for the treatment of disease states, disorders, and conditions mediated by H 4 receptor activity, such as allergy, asthma, autoimmune diseases, and pruritis.
A renewable bio-based material that enables efficient, cost-effective production of high-quality insulation, packaging, dry-wall, and other building materials

Mycotaff is an advanced bio-material designed using mushroom mycelia as a non-toxic binder agent that enables the production of affordable, environmentally friendly and recyclable building materials, for a wide range of applications, from agricultural waste. Mycotaff materials have a low embodied energy and can be manufactured for a cost ~80% cheaper than those made from traditionally used materials such as gypsum board or clay brick. It is ten times more lightweight than these materials and has better production efficiency, allowing for faster construction. Mycotaff is a toxin-free green technology that complies with all imposed EU regulations, is fully biodegradable, and is produced with abundantly available agricultural waste. Its production produces 90% less carbon emissions compared to typically used materials. It is easily customizable for its range of applications, Class A fireproof, and has a low U value of 0.16 W/mK making it an ideal material for insulation, packaging and other building applications.

The SME Instrument project aligns itself perfectly with the innovation strategy and mission of Mycotech: to commercialise an affordable, sustainable, and durable biomaterial. Mycotech’s products for building materials (panelling and insulation) will be the technology’s initial test-bed. The results of the project will allow the company to move forward also with the other future applications (packaging, pallets, prefabrication walls etc.).

We have developed strategic partnerships with several leading research institutions and companies involved in big impact projects in the field of bio-based construction. Mycotech’s ambition is to disrupt the building materials market by producing sustainable products with high quality and design that has previously been impossible.