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ENERsip: M2M-based platform to enable energy efficiency within energy-positive neighbourhoods

This paper presents the main features of the EU R&D project ENERsip. The main objective of this FP7 ICT project is to design, develop, and test an adaptive service-oriented M2M-based platform that enables optimizing, in near real-time, and saving energy by remotely monitoring, controlling and coordinating power generation and consumption within neighborhoods with energy-positive buildings. The paper describes the system architecture designed to meet such requirements, putting special emphasis on the M2M communication infrastructure. The novel services that will be delivered on top of such M2M communication infrastructure and the potential users who will enjoy them are also presented. Finally, the ENERsip platform validation plan is outlined.
The role of subnational authorities in the implementation of EU directives

Studies on the role of regions in the EU policy process concentrate mainly on policy formulation and implementation of regional funds. In this article, we redress this bias by investigating the formal role of subnational authorities in the implementation of EU regulatory policies, specifically in the transposition of directives. Subnational authorities play a secondary, but increasingly important, role in the application of these measures. Their impact is greater on environmental and social policies, as it is also on public contract legislation. More decentralized states display higher levels of subnational involvement but, in these states, regional participation in national policy-making and a high number of regional authorities decrease the likelihood of finding subnational measures of transposition. There is also more subnational involvement in states with territories that have both an elected government as well as special arrangements regulating their relations with the EU. Finally, subnational involv...
Gravitational waves from neutron stars: investigating transient emission

In this research project we will perform the first search for a promising new type of gravitational-wave signal from neutron stars: medium-duration transients (MDTs). We will use data of unprecedented sensitivity from the new detectors Advanced LIGO and Advanced Virgo. A successful detection will provide a novel test of gravity and unique insights into the structure of neutron stars.
Gravitational waves (GWs) were predicted by Einstein a century ago, but are extremely hard to detect. Their first direct observation will herald the start of a new era in astronomy but requires specialised searches to extract the full astrophysical information about each source. Much effort already goes into the search for continuous waves (CWs) emitted by rotating neutron stars (NSs) with non-axisymmetric deformations, which should be observable over many years. Only very weak CWs are expected, but NSs can also emit relatively strong transient GWs on much shorter timescales. In this fellowship we will develop and implement the first practical search for signals spanning these extremes, bridging the gap between continuous and transient phenomena.
Based on an explicit CW-like signal model, limited in duration, and on a Bayesian model selection approach, we will first construct an optimal detection method for medium-duration transient (MDT) signals taking into account astrophysical priors on transient GW emission from rotating NSs. Second, we will use synergies with established CW data-analysis methods to guarantee an efficient implementation and build on previous experience to account for complex detector noise properties. We will then apply these newly-developed methods to the best advanced-detector data available. This novel CW-based transient search will be the first to provide the ability to detect NSs as MDT sources, to estimate their astrophysical parameters with high precision, and to infer their internal properties which are inaccessible through other observational methods.
Single-Use paper-based fuel cells

The advances in paper microfluidics taking place in recent years show that the new generation of paper-based devices will be able to overcome the limitations of traditional lateral flow tests and offer more accurate and specific information. However, the quantification of paper devices signals by colorimetry, electrochemistry or fluorescence entails the use of sensors and electronic components that require energy to function. Up to now, this has been solved by the use of battery-powered bulky readers, but this is only cost-effective when the reader is meant to be used thousands of times (hospital, care rooms, etc). It is becoming clear that the proliferation of paper-based sensors and their enormous potential impact when applied to personalized healthcare ask for innovative solutions that provide affordable readout. Despite dedicated on-chip solutions that integrate all the required components within a disposable test seem to be the most promising approach, available examples of realization are still scarce. 
The SUPERCELL project aims to develop a new generation of disposable and low environmental impact  fuel cells. The approach presented in this proposal will be a major breakthrough in the fuel cell field, as these devices are conceived for the first time as single-use and disposable power sources. It will also have an enormous impact in the point-of-care diagnostics domain, as it will provide simple, reliable and clean power sources to an upcoming generation of smart paper-based sensors and allow them to be energetically autonomous. Fuel will be harvested from the biological sample to be analyzed – in case of urine and blood – or taken from hydrogen produced in situ upon the addition of any liquid in the paper platform.  The proposal is very innovative in conception as well as in technology as these devices will be developed by means of a smart integration of paper microfluidics, printed electronics and electrocatalysis technologies.
Novel Antiviral Activity of l-Dideoxy Bicyclic Nucleoside Analogues versus Vaccinia and Measles Viruses in Vitro

Dideoxy bicyclic pyrimidine nucleoside analogues (ddBCNAs) with d-chirality have previously been described by us to inhibit replication of human cytomegalovirus. We herein report for the first time that activity against vaccinia virus (VACV) was achieved using novel l-analogues. A structure-activity relationship was established: Antiviral activity versus VACV was highest with an ether side chain with an optimum of n-C(9)H(18)-O-n-C(5)H(11). This gave an IC(50) of 190 nM, a 60-fold enhancement over the FDA-approved antiviral cidofovir. Interestingly, l-ddBCNAs also inhibit wild type measles virus syncytia formation with a TCID(50) of 7.5 μM for the lead compound. We propose that l-ddBCNAs represent significant innovative antiviral candidates versus measles and poxviruses, and we suggest a mechanism of action versus one or more cellular targets that are essential for viral replication.
La Prédication Dans le Diasystème Appelé Portugais: Le “Baianês” et le “Carioquês” dans le Réseau Social Brésilien

INTRODUCTIONÀ partir de textes collectés sur les réseaux sociaux Instagram et Facebook, nous analysons les usages de la prédication verbale et verbale-nominative associée aux variétés de Bahia et de Rio de Janeiro du portugais brésilien, aussi appelées, respectivement, « baianês » et « carioquês ».Par conséquent, nous traitons, qualitativement, les données associées à chacune des variétés.Nous avons trouvé des similitudes et des dissemblances à la fois entre les unités de prédiction dans la même variété et entre les unités de prédiction dans ces deux variétés.Nous utilisons les concepts de prédicateur (simple ou avec verbe support), d'alloconstructions, de métaconstructions, d'idioconstructions et de diaconstructions, basés sur la Grammaire des Constructions (diasystémique), la Sociolinguistique et la Linguistique Fonctionnelle-Cognitive. D'un côté, nous cherchons à montrer la variation de construction dans la prédication existante dans l'espace virtuel du portugais brésilien.De l'autre côté, nous cherchons à contribuer à l'enseignement du
Method to distribute a centralized service

A network device may detect packets being transmitted on a network to obtain detected packets, identify Internet Protocol (IP) addresses corresponding to the detected packets, and identify candidate IP subnets that do not include any IP address in the IP addresses corresponding to the detected packets. A particular IP subnet may be selected from the set of candidate IP subnets for allocation to a set of target devices. A network device may identify a set of candidate Internet Protocol (IP) subnets, select a particular IP subnet from the set of candidate IP subnets, and transmit, to other network devices, an advertisement including an intent to use the particular IP subnet. Responsive to determining that none of the other network devices are using the particular IP subnet, the network device may select the particular IP subnet for allocating to a set of target devices.
Method for making eyeglass frames

A method for making eyeglass frames from thermoplastic material and the like comprising the steps of drilling four holes in the blank and placing the blank on a first fixture having two locating dowels and two expandable pins. The external frame contour is then milled and all necessary contours are milled on the front, rear, sides and ends of the frame, reversing the frame on the fixture as necessary. Finally, the frame is removed from the fixture and placed in a second fixture which engages and holds the frame externally. Lense openings and lense grooves in the walls thereof are thereafter machined.
Brine coated sausage strand

A method and means for coagulating a co-extruded collagen gel on a food product is described wherein a highly dissoluble salt having a dissolubility of at least 8 moles per liter water at 20 DEG C. is applied to the collagen gel whereby the collagen gel is coagulated in less than 60 seconds. The collagen gel is acidified with an inorganic acid such as hydrochloric or sulfuric acid and has a dry matter of between 3 and 25%.
European performing science night

The theatre company La Fura dels Baus (established in 1979) started a creative foundation Fundacion Epica to transfer -as informal training- the lessons learnt during the many decades of organising successful and engaging performances. Epica developed and tested creative interaction methodology and their physical venue in Badalona (Spain) will host the proposed  European Performing Science Night.  
The European Performing Science Night (EPSN) puts forth a science- expanding methodology based on the combination of scientific excellence and performing arts as generators of faked realities and engagement. Through co-designed preparatory work leading to a Night of Performing Science, the event will bring researchers closer to the general public (and vice versa). It will increase awareness of what is research, its function in a democratic society, and its benefits for a diverse Europe. 
EPSN proposes a wide range of innovation activities, with a view to supporting the public recognition of researchers, their work, and the value it brings to society. EPSN will in itself be a scientific event, where research groups will deploy experiments with a broad spectrum of civil society and science both online and face to face. Audiences will perform, in artistic terms, as subjects themselves in experiments, taking part in both the tests during the event and expected results in the performaforum.
EPSN will test and demonstrate new methodological approaches to bring researchers closer to the public through an innovative language based on the performing arts and new language tools for researchers, that is, 1 training to equip researchers with new tools to deal with scientific communication; 2 the realization of artistic co-creation based on the work of researchers to show the diversity of science and its impact on the daily lives of citizens, and 3 a round table -performaforum- after the performance experience to promote open science and help stimulate interest in research careers.
Formation of Nano-Textured Silicon Surface Layer (or Nanowires) by Silver Ion-Assisted Etching

To obtain an ultralow surface reflectance and reach broadband antireflection effects,in this paper, silicon nanowires (SiNWs) layer has been fabricated by low-cost and easy-made silver-assisted etching techniques.The morphologies, reflectance and surface recombination of the samples were separately characterized. The ultralow reflectance below 3% from 300 to 800 nm under normal incidence has been realized in the case of ~ 1 μm long SiNWs whose geometry structures approximate to multi-layer gratings stack and the refractive index gradually increases from the top to the bottom of substrate. However, surface recombination of SiNWs deteriorates due to numerous dangling bonds and residual silver. Therefore, a trade-off between antireflection effect and recombination loss is the key to the electronic device.
Lepton-number violating effects in neutrino oscillations

We develop a non-adiabatic perturbation theory for oscillations involving an arbitrary number of neutrino and antineutrino species, including the possibility of lepton number violation which we treat as a small effect. We interpret the physics of such an approach for the one generation case by introducing the notion of adiabaticity for neutrino and antineutrino oscillations in analogy to flavor oscillations. We find that in a CP-odd matter environment a small lepton number violation in vacuo can be enhanced. Eventually, we apply the perturbation theory to the two generation case and work out an example for manifestations of lepton number violation, which can be solved both perturbatively as well as analytically thereby further clarifying the nature of the perturbation expansion.
CONTRIBUTIONS FOR THE PRESENTATION OF INTERNATIONALISATION PROJECTS THROUGH PARTICIPATION IN INTERNATIONAL FAIRS IN THE RANGE 01/10/2020-31/12/2021

TIFERMEC OLEODINAMICA SRL*CONTRIBUTIONS FOR THE PRESENTATION OF INTERNATIONALISATION PROJECTS THROUGH PARTICIPATION IN INTERNATIONAL FAIRS IN THE RANGE 01/10/2020-31/12/2021*VIA CARLO MARX 2/A
Optimal Planning Mathematical Model of Regional Agricultural Water-saving and Its Application

To adjust crop patterns and develop water saving irrigation is the main agricultural water saving measures.To consider the relationship between adjustment of crops patters and development of water saving irrigation,the optimal planning mathematical model of the regional agricultural water saving,in which total minimum investment of regional add water saving irrigation engineering is the objective function,have been established based on type of water resource,agricultural utilizable water,crop patters,water saving irrigation status and suitability of each water saving irrigation technology.To use the mathematical model,the Xinjiang Hotan region optimal agricultural water saving plan that includes optimal crop patters and development scale of water saving irrigation for each crop have been put forward in 2020.To compare with Hotan region agricultural water saving plan by using conventional method,investment of the optimal plan reduces 19.92%.
Economic integration in Africa

There is a renewed interest in the debate on integration in Africa since the creation of the African Union in 2002. This study investigates the feasibility of a full-fledged economic union in Africa. Towards this goal, we examine the short- and long-term relationships among key macro-variables in eight largest African economies during the period from 1976 to 2005. We observe the existence of common long-term trends in real output, price level, private consumption, government consumption, investment and trade flows among these eight countries. In addition, we observe that there exists common cycles (short-term relationships) in real output, investment and trade flows for these countries. These two critical findings indicate the presence of macroeconomic interdependence among these countries which is a crucial factor for the success of integration in Africa led by these eight countries.
Chronic immune thrombocytopenic purpura—who needs medication?

Chronic ITP (immune thrombocytopenic purpura; now defined as duration of more than 12 months) is not always associated with significant bleeding problems so that most children and adults can be managed expectantly with no medication unless surgery, accidents or other pathology mandate it. A cut-off platelet count of 30 x 10(9)/l divides a group with no increased mortality from those whose risk is greater and in whom medication is usually appropriate. There is increasing recognition of long-term morbidity and mortality associated with immune suppression induced by medication and more recently new concerns have arisen about the long-term vascular complications of splenectomy. A more conservative approach to medication is warranted in many patients with chronic ITP.
Estudio de la innovación de productos en la pequeña y mediana industria del sector manufacturero de la ciudad de Latacunga.

The present research project consists on the elaboration an innovation study of micro, small and medium-sized industries in the manufacturing sector in the Latacunga city. The Socializations of the project where it was the subject of innovation of products to industries that choose to participate in the research project, after that it is propose to make a survey based on the Oslo manual for innovation of products and they must be directed to the activities of innovation of products implemented and not implemented on the basis of the improvement of its products, carrying out activities of reengineering, training, incorporation of technology, about marketing methods and innovation of new and significantly improved products in participating industries. Ran tabs with their respective analysis and interpretation of each question about product innovation, through surveys, allowing us to know the level of innovation of products that exists in micro, small and medium-sized industries of the manufacturing sector in Latacunga city, which participated in the project, showing that 66% of these have not innovated products and finally to know in which areas can provide a future technical support with respect to product innovation in the industries using formative, generative projects, system integrators, pre-professional practice and qualification projects, so that in this way generate a culture of innovation on them, so that in this way they generate confidence in consumers and contribute to the development of the city Cotopaxi province.
Arise inspiring demand for sustainable energy skills, by providing clear learning interactions, transparency of upskilling transactions and recognition of qualifications achieved.

ARISE is developing a EU wide distinguishable recognition scheme of digital energy efficient BIM construction skills linked with a maturity-based digital ranking system for accounting CPD based learning transactions. The open competency based qualification scheme based on maturity levels that empower micro-learning will be the basis for making learning transactions count.  The project team will be gathering and linking BIM modules, tools and materials with the aim to establish a BIM resource and skills recognition pathway that all stakeholders can utilise, deliver and stimulate. This will provide BIM Energy performance alliance (BIM-EP) partners and other stakeholders with an e-learning materials repository to contribute to, whilst also developing a CPD recognition pathway for the whole supply chain to access and utilise.
ARISE will revolutionise the learning process by developing a crypto-skills exchange, monetizing the skills and learning interface with a system based on skills recognition rather than accreditation. The reward of acquiring a competence at a certain level will be CERTcoin the innovative currency of skills and learning of the construction sector embracing today’s digital transformation benefits. This reward based on skills and time credits will be stored in an Individual learning Account and can be used as digital points accumulation in a skills barometer or for exchanging it into valid micro certificates. This will be an industry driven, easier accessible, less time consuming, highly competitive way to up-skill blue and white collars and increase vocational mobility.
ARISE will complement and integrate with other existing projects, instruments and initiatives to deliver increased levels of sustainable energy skills across the entire supply chain of the construction sector. ARISE will collaborate with other key actors and target groups to improve synergies and drive workforce demand for diversification in skills recognition and certification.
Imaging magnetic fields at the nanoscale with a single spin microscope

Detecting and imaging magnetic fields with high sensitivity and nanoscale resolution is a topic of crucial importance for a wealth of research domains, from material science, to mesoscopic physics, and life sciences. This is obviously also a key requirement for fundamental studies in nanomagnetism and the design of innovative magnetic materials with tailored properties for applications in spintronics. Although a remarkable number of magnetic microscopy techniques have been developed over the last decades, imaging magnetism at the nanoscale remains a challenging task.

It was recently realized that the experimental methods allowing for the detection of single spins in the solid-state, which were initially developed for quantum information science, open new avenues for high sensitivity magnetometry. In that spirit, it was recently proposed to use the electronic spin of a single nitrogen-vacancy (NV) defect in diamond as a nanoscale quantum sensor for scanning probe magnetometry. This approach promises significant advances in magnetic imaging since it provides quantitative and vectorial magnetic field measurements, with an unprecedented combination of spatial resolution and magnetic sensitivity, even under ambient conditions.

The IMAGINE project intend to exploit the unique performances of scanning-NV magnetometry to achieve major breakthroughs in nanomagnetism. We will first explore the structure of domain walls and individual skyrmions in ultrathin magnetic wires, which both promise disruptive applications in spintronics. This will lead  (i) to solve an important academic debate regarding the inner structure of domain walls and (ii) to the first detection of individual skyrmions in ultrathin magnetic wire under ambient conditions. This might result in a new paradigm for spin-based applications in nanoelectronics. We will then explore orbital magnetism in graphene, which has never been observed experimentally and is the purpose of surprising theoretical predictions.