SIRIS-Lab/unlabelled-sti-corpus huggingface dataset:
The Relationship Between Occupational Metal Exposure and Arterial Compliance

The objective of this study was to evaluate the relationship between cumulative occupational exposure to various metals and arterial compliance in welders.The observational follow-up study consisted of 25 subjects. Levels of nickel (Ni), lead, cadmium, manganese, and arsenic from toenails were assessed using mass spectrometry. Arterial compliance as reflected by augmentation index (AIx) was measured using SphygmoCor Px Pulse Wave Analysis System. Linear regression models were used to assess the associations.For every 1 unit increase in log-transformed toenail Ni, there was a statistically significant 5.68 (95% confidence interval, 1.38 to 9.98; P = 0.01) unit increase in AIx. No significant associations were found between AIx and lead, cadmium, manganese, and arsenic.Cumulative Ni exposure is associated with increased arterial stiffness in welders and may increase risk of adverse cardiovascular outcomes.
Location Assurance and Privacy in GNSS Navigation

Driving across unknown routes used to be stressful owing to the almost inevitable problem of getting lost. Thanks to Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) navigation devices, such problems are now in the past. These devices have revolutionized how we move: they guide us not only in unknown places but also within our own neighbourhoods. Our growing dependence on them to find our way is risky though: since the airwaves that carry GNSS signals are broadcast in the open air with a relatively weak strength, they are vulnerable to spoofing and meaconing attacks. Spoofing interferes with GNSS signals and misleads a driver into calculating a different location. Instead of interfering, a meaconing attack intercepts, alters or
Hydrothermal synthesis of lutetium disilicate nanoparticles

A simple, low-cost hydrothermal method was developed to synthesize irregular-and rod-shaped lutetium disilicate (Lu{sub 2}Si{sub 2}O{sub 7}) powders with sizes ranging from 71 to 340 nm. The synthesis temperature was 260 Degree-Sign C, which is nearly 1300 Degree-Sign C lower than that required for the solid-state reaction. The results indicated that both the hydrothermal temperature and pH values had great influences on the composition, crystalline phase and morphology of the powders. The formation mechanism, basic thermophysical properties, stability and anticorrosion properties of the Lu{sub 2}Si{sub 2}O{sub 7} powders were also investigated. The obtained powders possessed low thermal conductivity, a suitable thermal expansion coefficient (3.92-5.17 Multiplication-Sign 10{sup -6} K{sup -1}) with the silicon-based substrate and excellent thermal and structural stability. During hot corrosion testing, the surfaces of the samples appeared to react with the water and molten salt vapors, but no serious failure occurred. - Graphical abstract: An image for the as-prepared Lu{sub 2}Si{sub 2}O{sub 7} powders (left) and XRD pattern (right) (inset shows the SEM graph of powders). Highlights: Black-Right-Pointing-Pointer We synthesized Lu{sub 2}Si{sub 2}O{sub 7} powders via a hydrothermal process at 260 Degree-Sign C. Black-Right-Pointing-Pointer Crystalline phase and morphology of the powders changed with experimental parameter. Black-Right-Pointing-Pointer Hot corrosionmore » was determined in an airflow environment containing alkaline vapor.« less
Possible life: the philosophical significance of extending biology

Possible Life: The Philosophical Significance of Extending Biology

Due to the latest technological advances in genetic engineering and space technology, scientists have developed strategies to engineer novel biological systems in laboratories, and to study through space telescopes the signs of possible life from other planets and solar systems. These newly discovered biological possibilities may turn out to be epoch-making. Apart from challenging our notion of life, they also have fundamental philosophical implications. The very question motivating the project is: How is biology being extended beyond the actual evolved life on Earth – and what is the philosophical significance of the turn to possible life? This question is studied through a two-pronged approach that puts scientific practice into a dialogue with philosophy of science and naturalistic metaphysics.

First, the project examines the emerging fields of synthetic biology and astrobiology. The key themes studied include unnatural biochemical bases and organizational principles of life, synthetic life, evolutionary possibilities and constraints, and the habitability of exoplanets. Empirical studies in six leading laboratories in Europe and the US are used to inform the study of these themes. Second, the research on possible life is employed as a resource for the development of philosophical theory. The three philosophical subprojects examine (i) modelling and simulating the possible, (ii) multiple realizability of biological kinds, and (iii) contingency and necessity in biology.

The project will advance our understanding of the modal dimension of science by addressing a paramount case – life. The project draws together and develops diverse strands in theorizing of the possible within philosophy of science and metaphysics. Through an unconventional combination of philosophical and empirical analysis the project seeks to facilitate the application of metaphysical concepts to cutting-edge scientific research.
Needs, wants and behaviour of 'drivers' and automated vehicle users today and into the future

Drive2theFuture aims to prepare “drivers”, travelers and vehicle operators of the future to accept and use connected, cooperative and automated transport modes and the industry of these technologies to understand and meet their needs and wants. To achieve this, it models the behaviour of different automated vehicle “drivers” & prognoses acceptance for several automated driving scenarios, develops specialized training tools (3D automated scenarios for VR-goggles, web applications and social media platforms), content, optimized HMI for “driver”-vehicle handovers, CEA and MCA studies for selection of most favorable automated functions realisation and then demonstrates them in 12 Pilots across Europe,and in 3 major events. Pilots cover all automated transportation modes (Automated car, PTW, truck, bus, mini-bus, rail, workboat and drones) and involve driving/riding/rail simulators, VR/AR simulation toolkits, test tracks and real world environments, in which over 1000 AV drivers/passengers, 200 AV operators and 20000 involved citizens experience automation from few hours to 6 months. KPI’s, such as user acceptance, user awareness/appreciation of actual automated function performance (gap between expectations and reality), automated operation efficiency and cost effectiveness, are defined and will be followed through subjective and objective (conflicts analysis) tools. The automated vehicles “driver”/rider/operator behaviour will be modelled and due emphasis is given to cross fertilization issues among different modes. The project will also research relevant legal, ethical and operational issues (with strong user involvement through FIA and 4 of its Clubs, UITP and IRU), the interaction between automated vehicles and relevant MaaS and will issue guidelines, policy recommendations and a user acceptance path Roadmap to Automation. This challenging task is undertaken by 31 Partners from 13 European countries; through 10 interrelated workpackages, over 36 months.
Integration of european simulation chambers for investigating atmospheric processes – towards 2020 and beyond

Atmospheric simulation chambers are the most advanced tools for elucidating processes that occur in the atmosphere. They lay the foundations for air quality and climate models and also aid interpretation of field measurements. EUROCHAMP-2020 will further integrate the most advanced European atmospheric simulation chambers into a world-class infrastructure for research and innovation. A co-ordinated set of networking activities will deliver improved chamber operability across the infrastructure, as well as standard protocols for data generation and analysis. Outreach and training activities will foster a strong culture of cooperation with all stakeholders and users. Collaborative links will be established with other environmental research infrastructures to promote integration and sustainability within the European Research Area. Cooperation with private sector companies will be actively promoted to exploit the innovation potential of the infrastructure by supporting development of scientific instruments, sensor technologies and de-polluting materials. Trans-national access will be extended to sixteen different chambers and four calibration centres. A new, upgraded data centre will provide virtual access to a huge database of experimental chamber data and advanced analytical resources. Joint research activities will enhance the capability of the infrastructure to provide improved services for users. Measurement techniques and experimental protocols will be further developed to facilitate new investigations on climate change drivers, impacts of air quality on health and cultural heritage, while also stimulating trans-disciplinary research. Advanced process models will be developed for interpretation of chamber experiments and wider use in atmospheric modelling. Overall, EUROCHAMP-2020 will significantly enhance the capacity for exploring atmospheric processes and ensure that Europe retains its place as the world-leader in atmospheric simulation chamber research.
Implementação de um sistema CRM para aumentar a competitividade da MCS Grupa d.o.o.

O projeto irá melhorar os processos de negócios do Grupo MCS, com base na introdução de software de gerenciamento de relacionamento com o cliente que permitirá ao cliente aumentar sua satisfação e fidelidade, criar uma diferenciação da concorrência e aumentar as receitas das atividades de vendas.
Novel education and training tools based on digital applications related to hydrogen and fuel cell technology

Education and training for the fuel cell and hydrogen (FCH) technology sector is critical for the current and future workforce as well as for the further implementation of a promising technology within Europa. The project NET-Tools will develop an e-infrastructure and provide digital tools and information service for educational issues and training within FCH technologies based on most recent IT tools. NET-Tools will constitute a technology platform, leveraging robust and effective open source/free learning management systems while offering a unique blend of novel digital tools encompassing the spheres of information, education and research. With its two main pillars e-Education, e-Laboratory, the project addresses various target groups and levels of education - from higher schools and universities (undergraduate and graduate students) to professionals  and engineers from industry, offering both e-learning modules and on-line experimental techniques. The main goal is to develop new e-education methods and concepts, ICT-based services and tools for data- and computer-intensive research to enhance the knowledge, productivity and competitiveness of those interested or already directly involved in the massive implementation of H2 and FCH technologies in Europe. NET-Tools will be delivered combining the expertise of major experts and practitioners on FCH sector under the guidance of leading companies gathered in a board, while interacting with similar activities in US, Asia and South Africa. It has the capacity to pave the road to more efficient digital science combining latest technical achievements and an internet culture of openness and creativity, while pursuing the ambition to become the hydrogen counterpart of Coursera. The developement of business concepts will guide NET-Tools as an e-infrastructure useable for FCH-Community into the future.
Leptoquarks, dark matter, and anomalous LHC events

Leptoquarks with mass in the region of $550-650$ GeV are a possible candidate for the recent excess seen by CMS in the $eejj$ and $e \nu jj$ channels. We discuss models where leptoquarks decay primarily to dark matter and jets, thereby giving a branching to charged lepton and jet final states that can match data. The confluence of proton decay constraints, dark matter indirect and direct detection data, and Higgs invisible decay bounds results in a handful of predictive models that will be conclusively verified or excluded in upcoming direct detection experiments. Along the way, we present robust limits on such leptoquark models stemming from the muon magnetic moment using current and projected experiment sensitivities, as well as from $K$ and $B$ meson mixing, and leptonic and semi-leptonic meson decays.
Wave forecasts and small-vessel safety: A review of operational warning parameters

Abstract Traditionally most meteorological offices forecast height, direction and period of wind sea and swell based on phase-averaged wave models. In recent years, there has been special interest in whether it is possible to produce better forecasts, which include information about high-risk situations that are not resolved by the traditional wave parameters. Here we will review and discuss sea-state parameters and safety warning-indices that have been suggested and investigated in recent years. In this review we particularly focus on parameters that are important for small vessels. Some of the findings are: - A current trend in marine forecasts, going beyond the usual parameters, is tailoring of the product to the end users. The extent to which wave forecasts are tailored to small vessels differs quite a lot among meteorological offices. - Single wave and crest heights are adequately described by first- and second-order theory, respectively. Present understanding of mechanisms behind abnormally high single waves suggests that modulational instability is limited to almost unidirectional seas. - Combining wave height and steepness or calculating the risk of synchronous waves is useful, especially in relation to safety of smaller vessels. - Ship accident statistics suggest that the H m 0 value of sea state is not as important as whether this value is unexpected, due to rapid development or compared to local wave climate. - Severe waves can occur in areas where strong currents oppose the waves, and operational warnings exist for some areas. - The best way to communicate the directional composition of the wave field still seems to be a division of the sea state into wind sea and swell. - In spite of incomplete physics, the predicted level of wave dissipation can be used to highlight potentially dangerous seas in some areas. - Local experience-based warnings are necessary if dangerous sea states can occur that are not resolved by prognostic wave models.
Mode of gene action, heterosis and inbreeding depression for yield and its components in tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.)

Abstract The objectives of this study were to determine heterosis and the type of gene action controlling some economical traits of tomato. Six populations of the cross CastleRock × CLN 2498E ( P 1 , P 2 , F 1 , F 2 , BC 1 and BC 2 ) were used to study the genetic parameters of tomato traits. Means of the six populations were widely differed for most of the studied traits. One or more of the three scaling tests ( A , B and C ) were significant for some studied traits indicating that additive dominance model was inadequate to know the role of the type of gene action in the inheritance of these traits. Additive gene effects were found to be important in the inheritance of average fruit weight. Dominance and dominance × dominance gene effects were important in the inheritance of plant height, number of branches per plant fruit firmness and early yield. Heterosis relative to better parent was present for number of branches per plant, early yield, total yield and fruit firmness. The heritability estimates in broad sense were high for early yield, total yield, average fruit weight, fruit firmness and TSS content. However, heritability estimates in narrow sense were high for early yield and average fruit weight and moderate for TSS content. The estimated potence ratio ( P ) was larger than one for all studied traits except for average fruit weight and TSS content.
Accelerating c-its mobility innovation and deployment in europe

The C-MobILE (Accelerating C-ITS Mobility Innovation and depLoyment in Europe) vision is a fully safe & efficient road transport without casualties and serious injuries on European roads, in particular in complex urban areas and for Vulnerable Road Users. We envision a congestion-free, sustainable and economically viable mobility, minimizing the environmental impact of road transport. C-MobILE will set the basis for large scale deployment in Europe, elevating research pilot sites to deployment locations of sustainable services that are supported by local authorities, using a common approach that ensures interoperability and seamless availability of services towards acceptable end user cost and positive business case for parties in the supply chain.

The C-MobILE project will produce 7 key results:
- C-ITS framework defined in partnerships with major stakeholders for proposing key deployment enabling solutions on existing pilot sites, including business cases
- Strategic Research Agenda defined for key researching and innovation areas that promote sustainable C-ITS deployments and will lead towards automated transport in Europe
- Assessment including CBA of the cumulative real-life benefits of clustering C-ITS applications and integrating multiple transport modes in the C-ITS ecosystem
- Open secure large-scale C-ITS deployment of new and existing applications demonstrated in complex urban environments interoperable across countries involving large groups of end users
- Provide an open platform towards C-ITS sources to support deployment of service concepts on commodity devices, validated by developer communities
- Validated operational procedures for large-scale deployment of sustainable C-ITS services in Europe
- Released testing methodologies to evaluate the proven impact of C-ITS architectures and services
Asymmetric catalysis with chiral silylium cations

In the frame of this research program, carried out at the Institute of Molecular Sciences (ISM) within the University of Bordeaux (UB), we propose the development of new powerful Lewis acid catalysts for asymmetric synthesis. The activation of small molecules (H2, CO2) and less-reactive compounds in catalytic processes is one of the central tasks of modern synthetic chemistry. This task is of fundamental and practical interest as well as of environmental significance, a central issue for our society. Purpose of the suggested research proposal is the synthesis of tailor-made chiral silyl cationic compounds with exceptional but controlled reactivity. Various molecular test systems are suggested to identify the parameters that allow efficient control over the reactivity of these silyl cations. These model systems will be applied as catalysts in organic model reactions including Diels-Alder, Mukaiyama and hydrogenation processes. The major objective of this proposal is the generation and studies of chiral silyl cations and their weakly coordinating anions in an effort to combine their inherent high reactivity with enantioselective processes. The use of chiral silyl cations as efficient Lewis acid catalysts in organic transformations should have significant impact on enantioselective organic synthesis.
Key objectives of this research program are the development of new strong activators for an efficient synthesis of chiral molecules and the training of future leading experts in the field of catalysis, a domain in which Europe must remain competitive in the 21st century as the demand for new chiral molecules and materials is increasing in domains ranging from health to energy.
Local Community Versus Globalization Tendencies: Case Study of Czech Villages in Romanian Banat Region

Abstract The research question is the relationship between the local community and globalization tendencies and transformation or maintenance of local traditions. The research area is a specific locality of a Czech village in Romanian Banat. The local community has evolved in a relative isolation. Agriculture was the most important activity despite the fact that a mining factory was opened there. Agriculture was and in many features still is traditional, self-supplying, and hard-work. The life-style has always been environmentally friendly as it has been without modern technologies. Nevertheless, modernization exploded dramatically in these villages after 1989, when the communist policies collapsed along with Romania's isolation. People from the Czech Republic have rediscovered Romanian Banat and a rather busy (agro) tourism has developed there. The Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs supports development projects for making living conditions in the village better. Simultaneously, strong migration from Banat to the Czech Republic has started. People find living conditions in the Czech Republic easier and leave hard work, poverty and unemployment. It brings huge land cover changes because people who remain cannot use all arable land, which is thus abandoned and left for the natural process. One of the distinct manifestations of globalization tendencies is the build-up of wind power plants.
Measuring quality of life in the general population and roma minority in romania: implications for health policies and economic evaluations

The importance of health related quality of life (HRQoL) data in research, clinical practice and health policy has significantly increased over the past decade. EQ-5D-5L is one of the most widely used instruments to measure HRQoL worldwide. Nevertheless, the quality of life of the Romanian general population or ethnic minorities has never been assessed before with EQ-5D-5L. Here, I propose to use EQ-5D-5L to provide locally robust HRQoL data for Romania to support reimbursement decisions and public health interventions in wider and vulnerable groups, such as the Roma minority. A representative sample of the Romanian general population and Roma minority will be recruited and face-to-face interviews will be conducted to explore differences in HRQoL according to sociodemographic characteristics, socioeconomic status and ethnicity. Additionally, population norms and social preferences for different health states (tariff) for EQ-5D-5L will be obtained. 
The successful delivery of this fellowship will be ensured by a fruitful combination of my experience in quality of life and in psychometric properties of questionnaires with the expertise of Newcastle University in health economics and preference elicitation methods. This fellowship will nurture a dual transfer of knowledge between myself and Newcastle University allowing me to gain new skills in preference elicitation methods, economic evaluations and modelling, teaching and project management. Additionally, the 3-month secondment at the EuroQoL foundation will provide me the skills to successfully undertake fieldwork for population-based valuation studies. These combined experiences will enable me to develop an independent career as a researcher that will play a key role in developing health services research and in building HTA capacity in Romania.
ADDITIVE FOR A BITUMINOUS BINDER RESPECTIVELY A BITUMINOUS COMPOSITE MATERIAL

An additive for a bituminous binder respectively a bituminous composite material, able to reduce bituminous binder respectively bituminous composite material viscosity when an alternating magnetic field is applied, in particular for healing pavement cracks and in-depth micro-cracks in asphalt, wherein the additive comprises an amount of magnetic iron oxide particles should be improved, in order to reach bituminous composite material respectively a bituminous binder which can be melted in a faster and simplified way, in particular usable for crack healing of asphalt structures on site. This is reached by forming the additive comprising at least a part of magnetic iron oxide nanoparticles with average sizes between 1 nm and 300 nm coated with a fatty acid.