SIRIS-Lab/unlabelled-sti-corpus huggingface dataset:
Efficient and connected rain-gun sprinkler irrigator

Despite sprinkler automated irrigation has made significant breakthroughs at the time, irrigation still face several and important challenges as: 1) Field’s obstacles as electricity pylons, buildings, rocks etc. 2) Irregular field shapes 3) Field corners/borders, making the farmer use fixed sprinklers to irrigate this area, 4) Wrong irrigation speed. All together provoke a big water loss of more than the 25% of the fresh water needed (depending on the crop and field size), an increase of the irrigation time of the 30%, (depending on the flow and speed) and as a consequence, the increase of the carbon foot print that this extra time provokes, as the motor pumps are powered by the fuel. This can be translated into thousand litres of freshwater lost and hours from farmer/operator time, as a continuous sprinkler supervision is needed.
SIME Idromeccanica SRL, a company located at the Reggio Emilia region in Italy, with more than 50 years’ experience regarding irrigation systems, developed ELEKTRORAIN: a unique travelling rain-gun irrigation system avoiding a water loss of the 25%, and a reduction of the time needed of the 30%. ELEKTRORAIN is provided with a programable and attached control mechanism able to provide a more uniform irrigation changing the speed and angle overcoming water loss in borders/corners and avoiding obstacles and different field shapes/sizes without manually adjusting the gun. Sprinkler irrigation systems market is projected to reach € 2.4 billion by 2025, from € 2.1 billion in 2019, at a CAGR of 2% during the forecast period. Also, the European agricultural sector is responsible for about 24 % of the global water use. Hence, the Micro-irrigation System market in the region is expected to continue to grow to 14.06% CAGR over the forecast period of 2019-2027
Hybrid Information Flow Monitoring against Web Tracking

Motivated by the problem of stateless web tracking (fingerprinting), we propose a novel approach to hybrid information flow monitoring by tracking the knowledge about secret variables using logical formulae. This knowledge representation helps to compare and improve precision of hybrid information flow monitors. We define a generic hybrid monitor parametrised by a static analysis and derive sufficient conditions on the static analysis for soundness and relative precision of hybrid monitors. We instantiate the generic monitor with a combined static constant and dependency analysis. Several other hybrid monitors including those based on well-known hybrid techniques for information flow control are formalised as instances of our generic hybrid monitor. These monitors are organised into a hierarchy that establishes their relative precision. The whole framework is accompanied by a formalisation of the theory in the Coq proof assistant.
SYSTEM FOR TARGET DESIGNATION AND/OR ILLUMINATION AND FOR AIR RECONNAISSANCE

The invention concerns a system for target designation and/or illumination in a scene, which is designed to be fixed to an aircraft and comprising at least one optical path (1) equipped with a matrix sensor (2) forming an image of the scene, each image corresponding to an instantaneous field centered about a line of sight LV, and equipped with a device for deflecting the line of sight at a specific speed Vd enabling the target designation and illumination function to be provided through scanning. It comprises an additional device (3) for deflecting the line of sight at a speed Vr enabling an air reconnaissance function to be further provided through counter-scanning.
Quantitative determination of nicotinic acid in micro liter volume of urine sample by drop-to-drop solvent microextraction coupled to matrix assisted laser desorption/ionization mass spectrometry

Drop-to-drop solvent microextraction (DDSME) coupled with matrix assisted laser desorption/ionization mass spectrometry (MALDI-MS) for quantitative determination of nicotinic acid in one drop of urine sample has been proposed. All parameters, such as type of organic solvent, extraction time, exposure volume solvent, pH of the sample solution that affecting the separation and preconcentration of nicotinic acid were investigated. Under the optimal conditions, the detection limit of the method was 20 ng mL(-1) and the relative standard deviations (RSD) for determination of the nicotinic acid were in the range of 8.0-12.5%. The calculated calibration curves gave linearity in the range of 80-1000 ng mL(-1). The main advantages of the proposed method are simple, fast, and small amount of sample solution is used for separation and preconcentration of nicotinic acid. This method could be also useful for the analysis of other interested analytes in small volume of biological samples, like plasma, saliva and urine, where the availability of samples are limited.
Mapping ancient polytheisms cult epithets as an interface between religious systems and human agency

Writing the history of ancient religions usually starts with the gods, considered as personifications linked by kinship or affinity. Yet this oversimplified approach overlooks the fact that gods are multifaceted powers, not individuals. MAP proposes to exploit the epithets attributed to the gods as the most efficient indicator of their multiple powers and modes of action, as well as their connection to places where humans interact with them. Epithets identify the god(s) invoked and thus enhance the effectiveness of ritual communication. With the great number of combinations produced by epithets, their entire repertoire results in a highly complex system of divine networks.
The volume and complexity of the data is beyond the limits of what traditional methods can handle. Today, thanks to Big Data and Social Network technologies, which deal with large related groups, we can map the divine and understand how human societies modified these ensembles of names and epithets to meet their needs. MAP intends, for the first time, to compile all attestations of divine epithets in context to enable large-scale analyses. It adopts a comparative approach to two areas: the Greek world and the Western Semitic world during the first millennium BC.
Methodologically, MAP innovates by linking the systematic compiling of epithets with Social Network Analysis in order to map the groups, links and polarities of the networks that divine epithets reveal, and interprets them in the light of historical dynamics. Understanding the interface between systems and contexts is one of the major gains of MAP. Religion is explored as an area of social experimentation between norms and inventiveness. MAP also revisits the relationship between religious thought and practice, and between polytheistic and monotheistic systems, questioning the relevance of these categories. The results promise considerable advances in our understanding of ancient religions.
A PROCESS FOR PREPARING THE KEY INTERMEDIATE OF APREMILAST, USING ENZYMATIC RESOLUTION OF THE RACEMIC AMINES

The invention relates to a preparation method of (S)-l-(3-ethoxy-4-methoxyphenyl)- 2-(methylsulfonyl)-ethyl-amine (S)-l, or its N-acyl derivatives of general formula (S)-2. The amine (S)-l is the key intermediate in the synthesis of (S)-{2-[l-(3-ethoxy-4- methoxyphenyi)-2-methyisulfonylethyl]-4-acetylaminoisoindolin-l ?3-dione, known as Apremilast. In this synthesis, the amine (S)-l, or its respective salts, are subjected to condensation with 3-acetamidophthalic anhydride 4, providing the desired product 3 (Scheme 1).
Eratosthenes: excellence research centre for earth surveillance and space-based monitoring of the environment

The proposed CoE envisions to upgrade the existing ERATOSTHENES Centre of the Cyprus University of Technology into an inspiring environment for conducting basic and applied research and innovation in the thematic clusters of Environment and Climate, Resilient Society, and Big Earth Data Analytics through the integrated use of remote sensing and space-based techniques. Satellite observation and remote sensing are the major focal point of the Centre and in the proposed CoE will be used in an integrated manner with other techniques and geospatial tools. Earth observation data are the key factors in Earth environmental programs in order to assess the current information of the environment, inform models, understand relationships among Earth processes, support decision making e.g., toward sustainability and involve stakeholders more effectively in environment decision-making. Earth observation has, so far, made sustainability a reality and it will continue to do so as more research is continuously done and technology improves. Climate change, air and water quality, natural hazards, floods, earthquakes, fires, erosion, landslides and other phenomena are some of the factors that need to be taken into consideration in several environmental studies, both at a national as well as at a regional level. Indeed, Cyprus with its unique geographical position, can support satellite Earth Observation programmes in these areas, as well as their respective calibration and validation aspects. The project is fully aligned with the Smart Specialization Strategy of Cyprus (S3Cy). The Teaming 2 proposal of EXCELSIOR is based on the business plan developed in Teaming 1 EXCELSIOR project, which demonstrates the development of a fully autonomous and self-sustained Centre of Excellence (112 and 132 jobs at YR7 and YR15, respectively).
Strengthening and empowering of cross border innovation networks through Fertilization Innovation Labs in Agro-food for improving the connection between research and SMEs (EIP approach).

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Information added on 2020-05-14, regarding the mitigation of the effects of COVID-19 (the coronavirus pandemic that started in 2019) (English language only): This project, enhancing SMEs competitiveness through the creation of ‘Fertilization and Innovation Labs in Agro-food’, reacted to the Covid-19 emergency, and through its partner Tehnopolis used its 3D printers, originally thought for agricultural innovation purposes, to produce protective equipment – visors - for essential medical and economic staff.
A training network on designing novel bio-based fibre products for targeted advanced properties and new applications

FibreNet will train young fibre-professionals having multidisciplinary view to develop sustainable bio-based fibre products with tailored properties for different application fields in both academic and non-academic sectors. Bio-based fibre products are one of the corner-stones in the European bio-based industry corresponding to 12% of the employment in manufacturing. The industry, including such sectors as packaging, paper, biocomposites and biomedical and hygienic textiles, is currently undergoing a fundamental transformation in order to respond to the competition raised i) by low-wage countries and ii) by fossil-based materials. A common consensus in Europe is that to remain competitive and sustain the bio-based fibre industries in Europe, we should focus on developing new high added value products that have specific functionalities but reduced environmental impacts.

In fibre-based products, developing new properties and improving the performance are, however, typically long and time-consuming processes. They usually involve massive and expensive laboratory and pilot-scale trials, which are followed by statistical analyses. There is a particular knowledge gap in understanding the influence of fibre and fibre interface properties on the mechanical properties of the end-product especially when developing products with tailored performance and functionalities. In addition to the research gap, there is a training gap in Europe, as we do not currently have a training programme which would educate professionals having a skill set needed for the fibre-centered approach that we propose in FibreNet.

To fill the research and training gaps, we propose here a unique training and research network which provides and further develops knowhow, methods and tools in functionalization, characterization, numerical modelling and production of bio-based fibre products at multiple length scales. The network covers expertise on packaging, paper, biocomposites and biomedical textiles.
HISTONES AND/OR PROADM AS MARKERS INDICATING AN ADVERSE EVENT

The present invention relates to diagnosis, prognosis, risk assessment, and/or risk stratification of an adverse event, particularly mortality, of a subject. The invention relates to a method that comprises determining a level of at least one histone, particularly histone H2B, H4, H2A and/or H3, in a sample of said subject, and wherein said level of at least one histone is indicative of said adverse event of said subject; and/or determining a level of proadrenomedullin (proADM) in a sample of said subject, and wherein said level of proADM is indicative of said adverse event of said subject. The invention further relates to kits for carrying out the methods of the invention.
Integrating morphology and kinematics in the scaling of hummingbird hovering metabolic rate and efficiency

Wing kinematics and morphology are influential upon the aerodynamics of flight. However, there is a lack of studies linking these variables to metabolic costs, particularly in the context of morphological adaptation to body size. Furthermore, the conversion efficiency from chemical energy into movement by the muscles (mechanochemical efficiency) scales with mass in terrestrial quadrupeds, but this scaling relationship has not been demonstrated within flying vertebrates. Positive scaling of efficiency with body size may reduce the metabolic costs of flight for relatively larger species. Here, we assembled a dataset of morphological, kinematic, and metabolic data on hovering hummingbirds to explore the influence of wing morphology, efficiency, and mass on hovering metabolic rate (HMR). We hypothesize that HMR would decline with increasing wing size, after accounting for mass. Furthermore, we hypothesize that efficiency will increase with mass, similarly to other forms of locomotion. We do not find a relationship between relative wing size and HMR, and instead find that the cost of each wingbeat increases hyperallometrically while wingbeat frequency declines with increasing mass. This suggests that increasing wing size is metabolically favourable over cycle frequency with increasing mass. Further benefits are offered to larger hummingbirds owing to the positive scaling of efficiency.
SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT IN ADRIATIC COASTAL AREAS AND HINTERLAND

The overall objective of SUTRA is to promote sustainable mobility on the Adriatic coast and its hinterland. By mainstreaming innovative mobility concepts for passenger transport, urban centres in the Programme area will be able to reduce traffic congestion, improve air quality and reduce CO2 emissions. The main outputs of SUTRA are: 10 new eco-friendly multimodal transport services for passengers, 1 new maritime link between Italy and Croatia (relation Caorle – Poreč) and 1 jointly developed Crossborder Manual for smart design and integration of soft mobility solutions in coastal areas. The main outputs will provide benefits to tourists, residents of coastal areas and the hinterland, local and regional public administrations and SME’s.
SHEET PILING FOR GROUND SUPPORT AND SITE DRAINAGE

A sheet-pile comprising a sheet formed or folded about a longitudinal axis so as to be of corrugated profile form having an overall width (w) exceeding 400 mm, said sheet-pile defining stiffening panel means and joint strip means, and characterised in that the profile for each said stiffening means and joint strip means in accordance with the following: 150 mm = or < d < 700 mm, t < 30 mm, 0 < f < 1000 mm, 0 < fi < 400 mm, 0 = or < fii < fi, 45 DEG < 1 < 125 DEG , 0 = or < f/d = or < 1.3, w/t > 40, 0.5 = or < n = or < 2.0, N = & < 2.0, where (d) is the depth of the profile, (t) is the thickness of the material forming the profile, (f, fi & fii) are the widhts of the flanges, (1) is the inclination of the webs of the profile, n is the number of profiles of a specific set of diensions within the sheet-pile width (w) and N is the total number of profiles within this sheet-pile width (w).
Offline Implementation and Evaluation of the Canadian Small Lake Model with the Canadian Land Surface Scheme over Western Canada

Abstract The Canadian Small Lake Model (CSLM), version 2, was run with the Canadian Land Surface Scheme (CLASS), version 3.6.1, in an offline regional test over western Canada. Forcing data were derived from ERA-Interim and downscaled using the fifth-generation Canadian Regional Climate Model (CRCM5). The forcing precipitation field was adjusted using monthly data from the Canadian Gridded Temperature and Precipitation Anomalies (CANGRD) observation-based dataset. The modeled surface air temperature was evaluated against CANGRD data, the modeled albedo against MODIS data, and the modeled snow water equivalent against Canadian Meteorological Centre (CMC) and Global Snow Monitoring for Climate Research (GlobSnow) data. The lake simulation itself was evaluated using the Along Track Scanning Radiometer (ATSR) Reprocessing for Climate: Lake Surface Water Temperature and Ice Cover (ARC-Lake) dataset. Summer surface lake temperatures and the lake ice formation and breakup periods were well simulated, except for slight warm/cold summer/fall surface temperature biases, early ice breakup, and early ice formation, consistent with warm/cold biases in the climate simulation. Tests were carried out to investigate the sensitivity of the CSLM simulation to the default values assigned to the shortwave extinction coefficient and the average lake depth, and changing the former from 0.5 to 2.0 m−1 and the latter from 10.0 to 50.0 or 5.0 m had minimal effects on the simulation. Comparisons of the average annual variations of the simulated net shortwave radiation, turbulent fluxes, snowpack, and maximum and minimum daily surface temperatures between the land and the lake fractions for tundra, boreal, and southern regions showed patterns consistent with those expected. Finally, a test of the CSLM over the large resolved lakes in the model domain demonstrated a performance comparable to that for subgrid lakes.
Rural Mobility in European Regions affected by Demographic Change

RUMOBIL is based on transnational cooperation between public authorities and their transport entities who are confronted with a similar challenge to respond to pressures on regional public transport systems caused by demographic change in peripheral areas. Working together in RUMOBIL will provide them a platform to exchange their knowledge, to generate learning through launching pilot applications of state-of-the-art tools and solutions, and revise their transport policies to better suit changing mobility needs.

Main outputs of RUMOBIL are therefore pilot actions, the elaboration of a RUMOBIL Strategy and policy-decisions to implement it in the eight partner regions through an improvement of their transport plans. Pilot actions allow testing a number of innovative applications during a period of 12 to 18 months how sparsely populated peripheral areas can be better linked to a primary, secondary or tertiary transport node (access to European and national passenger transport networks). The transnational RUMOBIL Strategy indicates to CE regions innovative and transferable public transport approaches - based on jointly analysed good practices, the combined knowledge of the partners and involved stakeholders, learning from the pilots, and fresh ideas put forward through a transnational social media-based competition. The strategies’ implementation across the partner regions is prepared through work papers focussing on different aspects of transport policies and forecasts how demand for public transport will develop in coming years. Finally, decisions to revise the transport plans in light of the RUMOBIL Strategy are introduced to policy-makers. Communication activities aim to lead to political support for a change of transport policies and the strategy’s adoption beyond the partner areas. All outcomes are jointly assessed in site-visits, transnational workshops and a coordinated evaluation under the hospices of research institutions participating in RUMOBIL.
From Electronic Structure to Thermodynamics of Actinide-Based Alloys

In this brief review, we show that thermodynamic modeling of complex multicomponent actinide-based alloys is crucial for fuel development and for predicting the impact of evolving fuel chemistry with time on materials performance. With input from energetics and equilibrium properties of alloys from ab initio electronic-structure calculations, within the framework of density-functional theory, the CALPHAD methodology is a viable approach to thermodynamic assessment for this class of materials. Despite the limited availability of experimental thermodynamic data, this approach can predict important features in the phase diagram and, perhaps more importantly, guide and motivate further experiments for validating the methodology and the data for subsequent modeling of materials performance on a higher level.
Toward Drug Delivery into the Brain: Synthesis, Characterization, and Preliminary In Vitro Assessment of Alkylglyceryl-Functionalized Chitosan Nanoparticles

A series of O-substituted alkylglyceryl chitosans with systematically varied degrees of grafting was prepared through synthetic steps that involved the protection of amino moieties via phthaloylation and employed for the formulation of aqueous nanoparticulate systems that may be capable of delivering drugs to the brain. Dynamic light scattering studies have shown that nanoparticles with physiologically relevant aqueous stabilities may be prepared following the partial quaternization of these alkylglyceryl-modified chitosans. Preliminary in vitro tests using a mouse-brain endothelial cell model have indicated the efficient cellular uptake of these nanoparticles and identified butylglyceryl chitosan and butylglyceryl N,N,N-trimethyl chitosan as promising materials for the formulation of colloidal systems that could act as drug carriers into the brain.