SIRIS-Lab/unlabelled-sti-corpus huggingface dataset:
Motivational trajectories of successful foreign language learners: Six biographical case studies

CITE/Language Arts%%%%Ed.D.%%%%This study concerns foreign language learners' motivational changes over a long period of time; it is an investigation of the learning histories of six learners who have achieved high proficiency in English. Unlike a large body of conventional foreign language learning motivational research, which has primarily been conducted using quantitative methodologies, this study employs two non-conventional approaches, a combination of learners' biographies and case study research. The primary purpose of the study is to holistically explore successful English learners' motivational trajectories and their learning histories in the Japanese context. To this end, foreign language learning motivation is conceptualized and illustrated as a dynamically changing construct that plays an important role in the process of foreign language learning. In the literature review, longitudinal studies concerning foreign language learning motivation and autobiographical studies and case studies that are relevant to this study are examined. The central research question is what motivational trajectories and learning histories these highly proficient learners have had, and how these learners have sustained their learning motivation over time and eventually achieved high proficiency while in an EFL (English as a foreign language) environment. The participants are six Japanese adults who have achieved high levels of English proficiency and who use English in their jobs. The design used in this case study involves both holistic and specifically focused analyses, by which each participant's learning history is collected through individual interviews. The author reports each participant's learning history, and the initial proposition concerning motivational change and salient motivational sources found in the participants' learning histories are collectively analyzed and discussed. Exploring the data concerning how the participants have maintained foreign language learning motivation resulting in the idea that sustained motivation is not always present in successful foreign language learning and that the key to success involves a cognitive change from a state in which motivation is present to one in which a more intentional psychological force, commitment to learning, develops. Based on this thought, a model illustrating the key to success in foreign language learning in the EFL context is presented. The results provide new, engaging, and important information to people who are seriously involved in foreign language learning in EFL contexts, where the majority of learners fail to attain high levels of foreign language proficiency after receiving years of formal education.%%%%Temple University – Theses
Presencia de revistas españolas en las bases de datos internacionales

This chapter analyses the presence of Spanish scientific journals in the main international databases (Web of Science, Scopus, DOAJ and other multidisciplinary databases), with a special focus on distribution by subject matter. This was achieved using the records and tools of the MIAR database (Information Matrix for the Analysis of Journals), and the content was limited to a total of 3,382 Spanish journals published in January 2017. 

The presence of Spanish journals in the most selective WoS indices (SCI, SSCI and AHCI) is clearly strongest in the SCI index, in which more than 10% of journals in eight disciplines are indexed and mathematics plays a particularly significant role, along with chemistry, geology and industrial engineering, electronics and telecommunications. 

Spanish journals feature considerably more often in Scopus than in WoS, and those that are indexed in Scopus encompass a wider range of disciplines, notably veterinary medicine and mathematics, with over 50% of the journals in these fields, as well as areas such as civil engineering, medical sciences, chemistry and geology. 

The penetration of open access among Spanish journals revealed by the DOAJ directory demonstrates that some disciplines have seen a remarkable rise in the use of OA in their journals, as in the case of architecture and urban planning, industrial engineering, electronics and telecommunications, and computer science, while it has a very weak presence in other disciplines, including law and medical and health sciences.
Imaging the proteome at the nanoscale

The key principle of biological imaging is specific labeling. The protein of interest is revealed by tagging with fluorophores, either by genetic encoding, using green-fluorescent-protein (GFP) variants, or by affinity labeling, using antibodies. This procedure has been successful for several decades, but has the great disadvantage that each protein needs to be tagged individually: specific antibodies are needed for each and every protein. This limitation stops imaging from becoming a high-throughput “omics” approach. We propose to change this here, through an imageomics approach based on a combination of probe development and nanoscale imaging. We will develop affinity probes that bind with high specificity not to specific proteins, but to amino acid sequences (peptides) that are present in more than one protein. We will choose 20-40 such peptides, in a fashion that ensures that virtually every protein in the human proteome contains a specific subset of the peptides. We will then develop nanobodies that bind to each of these peptides. We prefer nanobodies to antibodies, based on their small size and optimal penetration into biological samples. We will then use the nanobodies to label biological samples, and we will image them at the nanoscale, with a resolution that is sufficient to reveal single proteins. By applying the nanobodies in a combinatorial fashion, we will “read” the sequence of each protein in the preparation, which will result in an image of its whole proteome. We will start by applying this approach to 2-dimensional samples, such as fluids adsorbed to coverslips. This will lay the foundation for future diagnostic studies for a variety of human diseases, based on human fluids such as plasma or cerebrospinal fluid. In a later stage, we will proceed to analyze cells and tissues, by generating 3-dimensional proteomic images. This approach will make antibody-based imaging, blotting and diagnostics obsolete, and has therfore an immense potential.
Distributed Cooperative Search Control Method of Multiple UAVs for Moving Target

To reduce the impact of uncertainties caused by unknown motion parameters on searching plan of moving targets and improve the efficiency of UAV’s searching, a novel distributed Multi-UAVs cooperative search control method for moving target is proposed in this paper. Based on detection results of onboard sensors, target probability map is updated using Bayesian theory. A Gaussian distribution of target transition probability density function is introduced to calculate prediction probability of moving target existence, and then target probability map can be further updated in real-time. A performance index function combining with target cost, environment cost, and cooperative cost is constructed, and the cooperative searching problem can be transformed into a central optimization problem. To improve computational efficiency, the distributed model predictive control method is presented, and thus the control command of each UAV can be obtained. The simulation results have verified that the proposed method can avoid the blindness of UAV searching better and improve overall efficiency of the team effectively.
DEPTH-OF-INTERACTION SCINTILLATION DETECTORS

The invention disclosed herein relates to a scintillation detector for registering the position of gamma photon interactions, an comprises an array of two or more elongated first and second scintillation crystal elements connected together along their respective long sides, and an array of discrete photosensitive areas disposed on a common substrate of a solid-state semiconductor photo-detector. The array of first and second scintillation crystal elements have proximal output windows optically coupled to the array of discrete photosensitive areas in a one-to-one relationship. The invention may be characterized in that the first and second scintillation crystal elements include a rooftop portion at their distal ends, wherein the rooftop portion optically couples one of the first and second scintillation crystal elements to the other and is configured to reflect and transmit light resulting from a gamma photon interaction from one of the first and second scintillation crystal elements to the other.
What's in a Name? The Covenant of Mayors as Transnational Environmental Regulation

This article asks whether the Covenant of Mayors – a transnational network that aims to reduce CO2 emissions in European towns and cities – amounts to transnational environmental regulation. It answers in the affirmative. The relevance of treating the Covenant of Mayors as transnational environmental regulation is that this triggers qualitative expectations about how decision-making power will be wielded within the network. The article indicates that the Covenant is likely to clear some of these qualitative hurdles, but may struggle with others. This calls for further deliberation on how to bolster the legitimacy of transnational environmental regulation without forsaking its flexibility and innovative drive. Considering that the outlook for the swift, successful adoption of a global, binding regulatory regime for climate change is bleak, the world will likely remain dependent on alternative, transnational initiatives as drivers for change. The ramifications of this debate therefore considerably exceed the scope of the Covenant of Mayors itself.
Discovery of anomalous molybdenum enrichment in lower Carboniferous coal and its availability and origin

Abstract Less attention has been paid to element variations in lower Carboniferous coal (South China) due to the relatively thin coal-bearing seam thickness, but these variations are of great significance for broad industrial utilization and to evaluate the environmental effects of these coals. This study investigated 34 elemental varations of Carboniferous M2 coal-bearing seam collected from Guizhou Province in South China. The new findings include that molybdenum (Mo) is abnormally enriched in these coals with an mean of 945 mg/kg (0.12–7928 mg/kg), which is 782 and 306 times more than Mo of upper continental crust and Chinese coals. The studied coal bed (Moavg = 2264.89 mg/kg, range = 474 to 7928 mg/kg, ca. 1 m thick) may be utilized as a Mo resource. The Mo origin of the studied Carboniferous coal is influenced by terrigenous inputs and hydrothermal fluids, but the leading Mo source of the Carboniferous coals with anomalous Mo enrichment was derived from the hydrothermal fluids. In addition, Ga and Li have potential applications after recycling, and coal from this seam could be considered to be a Se-rich fertilizer after grinding.
Comorbidity Coding Trends in Hospital Administrative Databases

Comorbidities are related to an increase in hospital costs, hospital mortality and length-of-stay. The analysis of inpatient comorbidities is therefore important for hospital management, for epidemiological studies, and for health services research and planning. In this paper we study the annual evolution of coded comorbidities in administrative databases. We used data from Portuguese hospitals over a period of eleven years (2000–2010). We identified comorbidities in 7,034,213 inpatient episodes using both the Elixhauser and the Charslon/Deyo comorbidity methods. Our results clearly evidenced a positive association between the number of secondary diagnosis and coded comorbidities. We argue that the increased number of comorbidities over time is mostly related to an increase in the quality of coded data. Data analysts, researchers and decision makers should always be aware of possible data quality bias, such as completeness, when using administrative databases.
REGULATORY T CELLS WITH CHIMERIC ANTIGEN RECEPTOR TARGETING CO-STIMULATORY MOLECULES TO PREVENT AND/OR TREAT INFLAMMATORY CONDITIONS

Described herein are methods and compositions for regulatory T cells (Tregs) that are modified to express a chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) that targets OX40L. Aspects of the invention relate to administering these modified Tregs to a subject having an inflammatory or autoimmune condition.
Impact of split share structure reform on capital structures: empirical evidence from China’s listed companies

ABSTRACTAn econometric model based on a natural experiment and the difference-in-differences method is introduced to empirically investigate the impact of split share structure reform on capital structures. A total of 1026 listed companies in Chinese A-share during 2001–2011 are used as the sample for the research and interest-bearing debt ratios (BDRs) are taken as a representative indicator for capital structures. The theoretical and empirical analysis indicates that both market expansion effect and corporate governance effect caused by the split share structure reform are associated with an increase in BDR. As far as the timeliness is concerned, the effects of split share structure reform on capital structures will last 3–4 years.
Multi-Organ ultrasound-based inborn evaluation

Prenatal diagnosis of congenital abnormalities and intrauterine growth restriction (IGR) has become increasingly important thanks to the recent advancements in obstetrical ultrasound (US) imaging. An accurate and early diagnosis of fetal malformations and growth anomalies can improve fetal prognosis by allowing a treatment plan to be produced, enabling access to specialist units and appropriate treatments from birth. However, the diagnostic accuracy of US is limited due to its subjective assessment and inter-operator variability. On the other hand, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has the potential to offer a more detailed examination of the fetus. Unfortunately, its high cost, limited availability, and the difficulty in acquiring high quality 3D data due to constant fetal motion, hinder the widespread use of fetal MRI.
The MOUSIE project aims at improving the accuracy of fetal US examination by creating the first framework for multi-organ quantitative image analysis of the fetus. In particular, the specific goals of the MOUSIE project are: (1) development of new multi-organ MRI slice to volume reconstruction method able to provide comprehensive and relevant 3D inter-organ information of the fetal anatomy, including spine, lungs, liver and kidneys; (2) development of an US-based automated segmentation method, using a detailed MRI-US atlas of the anatomy of the fetus of 18-20 weeks of gestational age, that includes new structural similarity patterns and inter-organ shape models; (3) creation of a new generation of multi-organ fetal biomarkers based on the detailed and comprehensive anatomical information extracted from a unique database with more than 500 MRI-US scans, including healthy and pathological cases. By achieving these goals, MOUSIE will provide an innovative set of methods allowing for the first time quantitative, noninvasive, objective assessment of the fetal anatomy and growth, and thus address a long standing clinical need for such methodology.
Implementación de una innovadora línea de productos de paneles de pared y pisos y encimeras de cocina hechas de piedra natural, basada en tecnología moderna y eficiente en el uso de los recursos desarrollada en cooperación con la unidad de investigación

El proyecto consiste en la implementación en la fábrica del solicitante de una nueva tecnología desarrollada por académicos de la Universidad de Varsovia en nombre del solicitante. Como resultado de la investigación realizada en estrecha colaboración con el solicitante, se creó el concepto de uso de dispositivos apropiados que forman una línea tecnológica seleccionada para la especificidad de la roca individual. La correcta aplicación de la infraestructura de construcción y las máquinas en la secuencia tecnológica permitirá un tratamiento adecuado de superficies y bordes de losas de piedra. Las máquinas adquiridas en el marco de este proyecto complementarán y crearán una línea de producción completa y de última generación en Polonia y una de las líneas de producción más modernas de Europa. Nos ocupamos de la innovación de productos, tecnología y medio ambiente a escala europea.
Confined catalysis under two-dimensional materials

Significance Small spaces in nanoreactors may have big implications in chemistry, because the chemical nature of molecules and reactions within the nanospaces can be changed significantly due to the nanoconfinement effect. Two-dimensional (2D) nanoreactor formed under 2D materials can provide a well-defined model system to explore the confined catalysis. We demonstrate a general tendency for weakened surface adsorption under the confinement of graphene overlayer, illustrating the feasible modulation of surface reactions by placing a 2D cover on top of the surface. The developed concept “catalysis under cover” can be applied to reactions between two opposite 2D walls interacting with each other through van der Waals force, which helps to design high-performance nanocatalysts interfacing with 2D material overlayers.
MANUFACTURING METHOD OF COPPER ALLOY SHEET

Manufacturing method of a copper alloy sheet including melting and casting a raw material of a copper alloy having a composition containing 1.0 mass % to 3.5 mass % Ni, 0.5 mass % to 2.0 mass % Co, and 0.3 mass % to 1.5 mass % Si with a balance being composed of Cu and an unavoidable impurity. The method includes the steps of first cold rolling, intermediate annealing, second cold rolling, a solution heat treatment and aging. The solution heat treatment includes: heating at 800° C. to 1020° C.; first quenching to 500° C. to 800° C.; maintaining the 500° C. to 800° C. temperature for 10 seconds to 600 seconds; and second quenching to 300° C. or lower.
The rowp system by quiske ltd is a game changing rowing technique measuring and coaching system for any level of rowers or crew both outdoor and indoors.

Quiske is a Finnish sports technology startup company. The Quiske team have developed an advanced yet affordable and simple to use RowP product which helps rowers improve their technique. The RowP system gives instant feedback and post-training analytics for on water as well as indoor rowing. The pilot product was first launched in the summer and has since generated interest worldwide. Quiske seeks funding to create a business plan commercialize the product and to reach new markets.

The RowP product consists of a lightweight and affordable multifunctional pod which can measure handle or seat speeds and the instant feedback can be viewed on any smartphone display. Advanced algorithms allow analyzing and even comparing the technique of rowers with each other in the RowP cloud service. We are bringing the advanced rowing performance measurements not only to elite competitive rowers but also to the much higher volume indoor rowing market to help anyone learn to row correctly. The RowP system also includes a Virtual Coach to help indoor rowers improve their performance. Indoor rowing is practiced by 100s of millions of people in gyms across the world. However, most people do it with bad technique which doesn’t help improve their fitness optimally.

In addition to the innovative Virtual Coach we we will also bring Augmented Reality to make the indoor rowing experience better. The RowP App will be gamified to make it more fun to use and to include sharing of results to social media. Based on request from customers we will also build an iOS version of the App. 

The feasibility study will result in a business plan to roll out the RowP product and analytics platform globally and to collect and technically validate the features for the commercial RowP product, that our first pilot customers have asked for.
7. Von Bologna nach Neapel. Zwei internationale philosophische Kongresse vor und nach dem Krieg

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Oblong component-connecting structure - comprises rope reeved round pulleys on flanges clear of mating faces

The connecting structure couples two oblong components of wood or metal together, these bearing against each other on transverse faces. Each of them has a flange (3,3') situated clear of this face and accommodating pulleys (5), round which a rope (6) is reeved. The runs of the rope can be reeved in a cruciform pattern, while other runs pass directly between the flanges in the lengthwise direction. Where the components are of rectangular section, the rope ends can be secured at their edges. There can be an anchor bolt to which one end of the rope is secured, this bolt having a weakened portion so that breakage will always occur there under overload.
PIATTAFORMA ITS PER L’INFOMOBILITÀ INTERMODALE INTERREGIONALE

The strategic project "3i plus" promotes the accessibility of local areas affected by the traffic service for inter-modal transport of all persons (citizens / general users), the real-time management of information and mobility services. The information infrastructure in the project will encompass the entire area covered by the OP Italy-France "Maritime" 2007-2013. There will also be project-specific actions for the most innovative design asset. The project aims to establish cooperation in the information infrastructure for mobility, which facilitates the movement of people into a strong rationale for integration and intermodality; the user who wants to move within the area of cooperation is assisted in: • the planning stage of the journey through the development of a travel planner usable mode multidevice, • during the move, being able to receive real-time information on traffic and circulation city • once you get home, using information provided by location-based services, which enable the achievement of strategic points (parking, interchange hubs etc. ..) The user can then move into the co-operation area by reducing travel time and unnecessary movement The final recipient of the project is the citizen who, for reasons of work, holiday or other, has to travel and move into the cooperation area, without discrimination and contrasting differences.
Imaging of mesosphere–thermosphere airglow emissions over Gadanki (13.5°N, 79.2°E) — first results

Abstract An airglow imager which monitors mesospheric OH and O( 1 S) emissions together with thermospheric O( 1 D) emission with a capability to map the sky at 150° field of view has been installed at Gadanki (13.5°N, 79.2°E). First measurements with the imager have been made with 90° field of view. We note large amplitudes of mesospheric waves traveling from South to North direction with horizontal wavelengths 10–50 km. The thermospheric measurements, at the same time, show occurrence of North–South aligned plasma depletions which were found moving to the East. We present these results to showcase the capability of imager and initial results on the mesospheric wave structures and their linkage to the F-region plasma depletion.
Where is Gilles? Or, the little mistake in a copy of Brouillet's painting: "A clinical lesson at the Salpêtrière"

Professor Jean-Martin Charcot is considered the most important professor of Neurology and also the head of the Salpêtrière School of Neurology. In a famous picture painted by André Brouillet and presented at the Salon of 1887, under the title "A clinical lesson at the Salpêtrière", Professor Charcot presents a case of hysteria to a large audience of physicians and renowned intellectuals. Copies of this guided picture are also available for sale at the shop of the Museum of the School of Medicine of Paris and are frequently used in lectures by neurologists worldwide. However, in these reproductions, Gilles de la Tourette's and Charles Féré's positions are inverted. This historical note sheds some light on this little mistake in some of the reproductions of Brouillet's famous painting, so that further confusion can be avoided.