SIRIS-Lab/unlabelled-sti-corpus huggingface dataset:
Impacts of four northern-hemisphere teleconnection patterns on atmospheric circulations over Eurasia and the Pacific

The impacts of four teleconnection patterns on atmospheric circulation components over Eurasia and the Pacific region, from low to high latitudes in the Northern Hemisphere (NH), were investigated comprehensively in this study. The patterns, as identified by the Climate Prediction Center (USA), were the East Atlantic (EA), East Atlantic/Western Russia (EAWR), Polar/Eurasia (POLEUR), and Scandinavian (SCAND) teleconnections. Results indicate that the EA pattern is closely related to the intensity of the subtropical high over different sectors of the NH in all seasons, especially boreal winter. The wave train associated with this pattern serves as an atmospheric bridge that transfers Atlantic influence into the low-latitude region of the Pacific. In addition, the amplitudes of the EAWR, SCAND, and POLEUR patterns were found to have considerable control on the “Vangengeim–Girs” circulation that forms over the Atlantic–Eurasian region in winter or spring. The EA and EAWR mainly affect the westerlies in winter and spring and the POLEUR and SCAND, respectively, in summer and winter. Strong westerlies confine the extension of the North Polar vortex, which generally results in a small weak vortex and a shallow East Asian trough located in a position further east than normal. Furthermore, the North Polar vortex presents significant connections with the patterns during winter and summer. Analyses in this work suggest that the teleconnection patterns in summer could be driven, at least partly, by the Atlantic Multidecadal Oscillation, which to some degree might transmit the influence of the Atlantic Ocean to Eurasia and the Pacific region.
The politics of marine biodiversity data: global and national policies and practices of monitoring the oceans

In order to protect marine biodiversity and ensure that benefits are equally shared, the UN General Assembly has decided to develop a new legally binding treaty under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. Marine biodiversity data will play a central role: Firstly, in supporting intergovernmental efforts to identify, protect and monitor marine biodiversity. Secondly, in informing governments interested in particular aspects of marine biodiversity, including its economic use and its contribution to biosecurity. In examining how this data are represented and used, this project will create a novel understanding of the materiality of science-policy interrelations and identify new forms of power in global environmental politics as well as develop the methodologies to do so. This is crucial, because the capacities to develop and use data infrastructures are unequally distributed among countries and global initiatives for data sharing are significantly challenged by conflicting perceptions of who benefits from marine biodiversity research. Despite broad recognition of these challenges within natural science communities the political aspects of marine biodiversity data remain understudied. Academic debates tend to neglect the role of international politics in legitimising and authorising scientific concepts, data sources and criteria and how this influences national monitoring priorities. The central objective of MARIPOLDATA is to overcome these shortcomings by developing and applying a new multiscale methodology for grounding the analysis of science-policy interrelations in empirical research. An interdisciplinary team, led by the PI, will collect and analyse data across different policy-levels and spatial scales by combining 1) ethnographic studies at intergovernmental negotiation sites with 2) a comparative analysis of national biodiversity monitoring policies and practices and 3) bibliometric and social network analyses and oral history interviews for mapping marine biodiversity science.
Implementação da tecnologia de tratamento térmico única do mundo para madeira compactada

O projeto consiste na implementação da nova tecnologia e no lançamento da produção de produtos significativamente melhorados a partir do território da República da Polónia. O objetivo do PROJETO é introduzir uma nova tecnologia de produção que permita a produção de pavimentos inovadores à escala mundial. O resultado do projeto será dois novos produtos com dureza significativamente melhorada, atualmente não oferecidos no mercado por nenhum dos fabricantes. Este produto, que é pelo menos 50 % mais resistente a danos mecânicos e umidade, permite o uso mais longo do pavimento de madeira sem a necessidade de manutenção frequente. Também permite usar este tipo de placa em lugares que exigem durabilidade reforçada do material de pavimento (banquete, desportos, salas de restaurante). O projeto será executado do seguinte modo: 1: Compra de uma linha de produção — O requerente vai encomendar os equipamentos indicados na próxima parte do pedido, que são necessários para a implementação da nova tecnologia e a criação de produtos inovadores. 2: Entrega de ativos fixos, montagem, configuração — as máquinas adquiridas serão entregues ao Requerente de acordo com as condições acordadas em conjunto com os fornecedores. Instalação, configuração dos dispositivos e arranque. 3: Testes — execução de uma série de testes de produtos para monitorar a qualidade do produto e operação da máquina, possíveis ajustes de configuração do equipamento e séries de reteste. 4: Implementação — oferecendo novos produtos aos clientes. O investimento que consiste na introdução da inovação de processos visa introduzir dois novos produtos, inovadores à escala global, na oferta do requerente. O grupo-alvo do projeto é o cliente final dos produtos do requerente: proprietários de casas e apartamentos, desenvolvedores, investidores construindo desportos, restaurantes, banquetes.
Fast rerouting for IP multicast under single node failures

In this paper, we propose multicast protection trees that provide instantaneous failure recovery from single node failures. For a given node v, the multicast protection tree spans all the neighbors v and does not include v. Thus, when node v fails, its neighbors are connected through the multicast protection tree instead of node v, and the neighbors of node v forward the traffic over this tree. The multicast protection trees are constructed a priori, without the knowledge of the multicast traffic in the network. This facilitates protocol independent single node failure recovery in multicast networks. These trees are used when a new multicast tree is being formed after a node failure has occurred. We analyze the effectiveness of the proposed fast rerouting technique using three practical networks.
SYSTEM FOR POSITIONING CLADDING PANELS, REINFORCED SOIL STRUCTURE COMPRISING SAID SYSTEM AND ASSOCIATED POSITIONING METHOD

The invention relates to a system for positioning cladding panels, a reinforced soil structure comprising said device and an associated positioning method. The system comprises at least first (1) and second (2) cladding panels and at least one separator (31; 32; 33) interposed between said cladding panels. The separator has elastic properties configured to maintain a relative reference position (Pr) between the first and second cladding panels. The separator is capable of being deformed under the effect of a stress applied to the separator by the first and second cladding panels, causing the second and first cladding panels to move closer together when the stress is greater than a predefined threshold.
Research on digital watermark of combination of wavelet and balanced multiwavelet transform

Based on wavelet and balanced multiwavelet transformation, a watermarking algorithm for gray image is proposed in this paper. First the low frequency area is obtained by decomposing the original image by wavelet, which is further decomposed by balanced multiwavelet. Then the high-frequency coefficients with highest scale are chosen as watermark embedded carrier. The normalization of gray watermarked image has greatly reduced the amount of data. The algorithm adopts additive principle to embed watermark. This algorithm has the advantages of wavelet which can concentrate energy easily in the low frequency area and characters of balanced multiwavelet transform which can distribute energy averagely. This algorithm is generally applicable of the gray watermark system. Experimental results show that this algorithm has a good performance of watermark both in the robustness and the invisibility.
Two-dimensional (2D) systems approach to feedforward/feedback control of a class of spatially interconnected systems

ABSTRACTElectrical ladder circuits, consisting of a series, or cascade, connection of cells are a class of spatially interconnected systems. These circuits can be modelled as 2D systems, i.e. there exist two directions of information propagation, where one indeterminate is time and the other the number of the current cell (node). In this paper, the recently developed direct (2D) approach to stability analysis and stabilisation of these systems is extended to the presence of uncertainty in the models described by the norm bounded structure. The analysis is then further extended to the design of feedforward/feedback control action to track a spatially distributed time invariant reference signal in the presence of disturbances.
Federated interoperable semantic iot/cloud testbeds and applications

Despite the proliferation of IoT and smart cities testbeds, there is still no easy way to conduct large scale experiments that leverage data and resources from multiple geographically and administratively distributed IoT platforms. Recent advances in IoT semantic interoperability provide a sound basis for implementing novel cloud-based infrastructures that could allow testbed-agnostic access to IoT data and resources. FIESTA will open new horizons in IoT experimentation at a global scale, based on the interconnection and interoperability of diverse IoT testbeds. FIESTA will produce a first-of-a-kind blueprint experimental infrastructure (tools, techniques and best practices) enabling testbed operators to interconnect their facilities in an interoperable way, while at the same time facilitating researchers in deploying integrated experiments, which seamlessly transcend the  boundaries of multiple IoT platforms. FIESTA will be validated and evaluated based on the interconnection of four testbeds (in Spain, UK, France and Korea), as well as based on the execution of novel experiments in the areas of mobile crowd-sensing, IoT applications portability, and dynamic intelligent discovery of IoT resources.  
In order to achieve global outreach and maximum impact, FIESTA will integrate an additional testbed and experiments from Korea, while it will also collaborate with IoT experts from USA. The participation of a Korean partner (based its own funding) will maximize FIESTA’s value for EC money. Moreover, the project will take advantage of open calls processes towards attracting third-parties that will engage in the integration of their platforms within FIESTA or in the conduction of added-value experiments. As part of its sustainability strategy, FIESTA will establish a global market confidence programme for IoT interoperability, which will enable innovative platform providers and solution integrators to ensure/certify the openness and interoperability of their developments.
Tau pathology in alzheimer’s disease: spreading and resilience

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) poses a major challenge, as 40 million people worldwide are diagnosed with AD and there is currently no cure. AD is characterized by Aβ plaques and tau neurofibrillary tangles. Recently, several phase III clinical trials targeting the Aβ pathway have failed to reach their primary endpoints. This stresses the need for diversification of the drug portfolio. Tau pathology is a promising drug target due to its strong associations with synaptic density, atrophy and cognition. I envision two treatment options to be potentially effective in halting or slowing AD: 1) preventing the spreading of pathological tau, and 2) boosting resilience against tau pathology. Both processes are currently insufficiently understood, especially in living humans. Since a few years, AD-specific tau pathology can be measured in vivo using PET. TAU-NOW uniquely utilizes longitudinal tau PET in conjunction with functional and structural MRI, biofluid and cognitive data, to investigate mechanisms of tau spread and resilience in humans. In WP1, I will test the hypothesis that tau predominantly spreads through functionally connected regions, by relating tau PET changes over time to the functional architecture of the brain. Next, molecular (CSF) and genetic (GWAS) drivers of tau spread will be identified. On top of that, I will assess whether functional disconnection in subjects who underwent epileptic surgery (i.e. unilateral medial temporal lobe resection or corpus callosotomy) leads to an asymmetric tau PET pattern decades later. In WP2, I will investigate the functional (fMRI), molecular and genetic modifiers that render individuals resilient to tau pathology. In WP3, I will examine the consequences of tau spreading and resilience for important clinical trial outcomes like cognitive and volumetric changes over time. Altogether, TAU-NOW will enhance our understanding of tau spreading and resilience and may ultimately identify novel leads for drug discovery against AD.
Integrating Expert System Module with the Image Processing Module for Real-Time Generation of Satellite Images

This work aims to generate ready to use image products in real-time by acquiring the data directly from weather satellites. As part of pre-processing, detection and correction of defects in the image data also needs to be carried out in real-time. To facilitate this, an Expert System has been devised. In order to construct images in real time, innovative techniques of real-time image representation have been developed. These two modules are expected to run in coordination with each other. This paper presents a novel approach for integrating the Expert System module with the Image Processing Module. General Terms Satellite Image Processing, Automated System.
Corridor 5 development strategy with special attention to the track section between Italy and Slovenia, and feasibility study on the new Trieste - Divača railway line in keeping with decision n. 884/2004 EC

The project outlines the strategic initiatives to be undertaken in order to develop and consolidate organizations and infrastructures along Pan-European Corridor 5 in order to foster the establishment of connecting factors between the countries the railway line runs through. One of the most important tracks is Italian-Slovenian TEN Priority Project n. 6, that includes the Trieste-Divača section, where a feasibility study for the new railway line will be developed, in keeping with decision n. 884/2004 EC. The strategic study of Corridor 5 (financed with funds allocated through National Law no. 84/2001) will focus on the favourable and detrimental consequences produced by the whole track on territorial development, on the transport system, on the social-economic organization and on the environment, taking account of the legislative framework in force in each Country and of the relevant Community regulations. As regards the feasibility study of the railroad junction Trieste-Divača, for a total length of approximately 28 km, the following conditions need to be observed: the technical and construction parameters of the layout, as well as the safety measures, will have to be homogeneous for the whole work, the speed category will have to be as high as possible, taking account of all technical and economic requirements, whereas the maximum gradient cannot exceed 17‰.. The reduction of such gradient, if any, will also be considered by the current study, keeping in mind that this is a mixed line where freight is very important. The project sees the participation of numerous partners, consisting for the Italian side of the Ministry of Infrastructures, Region Friuli Venezia Giulia, Region Veneto, the Italian Railway Company and the Executive Secretariat of CEI; for the Slovenian side, the Directorate for Investments in Railroad Infrastructures (belonging to the Ministry of Transport) and the Ministry for the Environment and the Territory.
Soundscape indices

Eighty million EU citizens are suffering from excessive environmental noise and billions of euros are being spent on noise control, under the EU Directive on Environmental Noise. Unfortunately, the conventional approach, i.e. reduction of ‘sound level’, simply does not deliver the required improvements in quality of life. The growing field of ‘soundscape studies’ is addressing this gap by considering sound environment as perceived, in context, with an interdisciplinary approach. However, soundscapes are hugely complex and measuring them as a basis for environmental design requires a step change to the discipline. This research aims to achieve a ground-breaking development through the establishment of ‘soundscape indices’ (SSID), adequately reflecting levels of human comfort, the impact of which will be reminiscent of that of the Decibel scale created by Bell Systems a century ago. This will provide the underpinning science for soundscape in the field of built environment, with wider intellectual goals of moving from noise control to soundscape creation. Key objectives, as coherent steps for achieving the main aim, are: (1) To characterise soundscapes, by capturing soundscapes and establishing a comprehensive database, which will be a cornerstone for the proposed analysis, and an invaluable resource for scientists for years to come. (2) To determine key factors and their influence on soundscape quality based on the database, by conducting laboratory psychological evaluation, physical/psychoacoustic factors analysis, and more importantly, to research at a physiological/biological level, including the use of functional magnetic resonance imaging. (3) To develop, test and validate the soundscape indices, through analysing the influences by various factors, using a number of inter- & trans-disciplinary approaches. (4) To demonstrate the applicability of the soundscape indices in practice, by establishing frameworks for soundscape prediction, design, and standardisation.
Moving to efficient diabetes care: multimode integrated co-morbidity diagnostics platform

Diabetes affects 8.5% (2013) of the adult European population rising to 10.3% (2035) and is associated with co-morbid conditions such as cardiovascular and renal abnormalities. These lead to diabetic complications, ischemic heart disease, heart failure and kidney failure.  Management of this growing epidemic requires a shift in care management and delivery, away from lab testing. The majority of current diagnostic testing for diabetes and comorbidities involves central laboratories as incumbent in-vitro diagnostic point-of-care testing (PoCT) provides sub-optimal accuracy and single tests (rather than needed panels) for diabetes and its comorbidities.
MEDMICO will spearhead a diagnostic breakthrough by delivering the 1st quad-mode PoCT platform integrating immunoassays, turbidimetry, clinical chemistry and cell counting.  HbA1c, Lipids and Creatinine tests will be integrated on to a single diabetes comorbid platform with state-of-the-art sensitivity/precision, room temperature storage, >12 months’ shelf-life and integrated pipette to screen, diagnose and monitor patients, within primary care, outpatient clinics and pharmacies. This will improve patient outcomes and healthcare efficiencies, positioning Europe at the forefront of healthcare innovation and deliver an efficient platform to combat this epidemic. 
MEDMICO incorporates extensive technical, clinical and exploitation expertise - Radisens’ disruptive PoCT prototype and Trinity College Dublin (sub-contractor) biomaterials expertise and diabetes patient access. MEDMICO’s potential is evidenced by Radisens’ revenues to date and large near-term projections from diagnostics partners before its launch.
Existing research of end-user needs and workflow assessment will drive platform development and pilot production, with clinical validation and usability trials in multiple PoCT segments to TRL8. This will deliver a validated quad-mode diabetes comorbidity platform, ready for regulatory submission.
Built to specifications: self-inspection, 3d modelling, management and quality-check tools for the 21st century construction worksite

Built2Spec brings together a new and breakthrough set of technological advances for self-inspection and quality assurance that will be put into the hands of construction stakeholders to help meeting EU energy efficiency targets, new build standards, and related policy ambitions.  B2S will expand upon a cloud based construction support platform, conceived following the most advanced integrated design and delivery framework for the building sector and hosting applications that facilitate worksite activities and quality compliance by putting knowledge in hands of contractors, in the form of shared design specifications and 3D models, installation guidelines, information on regulatory frameworks, and help from construction experts on smartphones and tablets. New self-inspection technologies managed within the platform and developed in the project include:
•	Special IR camera in smartphones coupled with new mathematical “reverse” models for on-the-fly analysis of existing buildings envelope thermal properties
•	Rapid BIM modelling via instant 3D capture with smartphones, passed via the cloud to the refurbishment team back-office, allowing accurate instant energy efficiency evaluation, quality check and streamlined quotation process
•	Portable, innovative low pressure air tightness technique allowing testing of occupied buildings
•	Smart sensor-embedded construction elements (identification, structural performance, and building environment parameters) 
•	Portable single device for Indoor Air Quality tests offering multi-gas capabilities targeting the most harmful gas pollutants
•	A novel lightweight portable sound source for on-site acoustic tests to regulation compliance
The B2S system will be integrated into the operations of SME contractors, large construction firms, and end user clients directly within the consortium and work program activities, assuring systematic and scientific performance measures, feedback and powerful exploitation and dissemination strategies.
Radiolabeled Cyclosaligenyl Monophosphates of 5-Iodo-2′-deoxyuridine, 5-Iodo-3′-fluoro-2′,3′-dideoxyuridine, and 3′-Fluorothymidine for Molecular Radiotherapy of Cancer: Synthesis and Biological Evaluation

Targeted molecular radiotherapy opens unprecedented opportunities to eradicate cancer cells with minimal irradiation of normal tissues. Described in this study are radioactive cyclosaligenyl monophosphates designed to deliver lethal doses of radiation to cancer cells. These compounds can be radiolabeled with SPECT- and PET-compatible radionuclides as well as radionuclides suitable for Auger electron therapies. This characteristic provides an avenue for the personalized and comprehensive treatment strategy that comprises diagnostic imaging to identify sites of disease, followed by the targeted molecular radiotherapy based on the imaging results. The developed radiosynthetic methods produce no-carrier-added products with high radiochemical yield and purity. The interaction of these compounds with their target, butyrylcholinesterase, depends on the stereochemistry around the P atom. IC(50) values are in the nanomolar range. In vitro studies indicate that radiation doses delivered to the cell nucleus are sufficient to kill cells of several difficult to treat malignancies including glioblastoma and ovarian and colorectal cancers.