SIRIS-Lab/unlabelled-sti-corpus huggingface dataset:
Effect of strontium substitution on electrical conduction properties of Ba5DyTi3V7O30

Strontium-substituted barium vanadates, Ba 5- x Sr x DyTi 3 V 7 O 30 ( x = 0–5), were prepared by a high-temperature sold-state reaction method. The formation of the materials was checked by X-ray diffraction technique. Preliminary structural analyses of the materials exhibit the formation of new compounds in orthorhombic structure. Surface morphology of the compounds was studied by scanning electron microscopy. The effect of Sr on microstructure of the materials has resulted in a modification of the electrical properties. Study of electrical properties using impedance analysis technique exhibit (i) the presence of negative temperature coefficient of resistance behavior, (ii) presence of temperature dependent electrical relaxation phenomena, (iii) evidences of single electrical relaxation attributed to the presence of bulk contribution to the electrical properties, (iv) an enhancement in the barrier to the mobility of charge carriers on Sr-substitution. The effects of Sr in the electrical conductivity as a function of temperature at different frequency are explained in impedance spectrum analyses.
Acrylonitrile exposure in the general population following a major train accident in Belgium: A human biomonitoring study

On Saturday May 4, 2013, a train transporting chemicals derailed in the village of Wetteren (Belgium) and caused a leak of acrylonitrile (ACN).To assess the human exposure to acrylonitrile in the local population with the highest suspected exposure.Between May 18-25, 242 residents participated in the study. N-2-cyanoethylvaline (CEV), a biomarker that is highly specific for ACN exposure, was measured in the blood. To account for potential influence by smoking, cotinine was determined in the urine. Participants also filled in a short questionnaire.In the evacuated zone, 37.3% of the non-smokers and 40.0% of the smokers had CEV concentrations above the reference values of 10 and 200 pmol/g globin, respectively, at the time of the train accident. Spatial mapping of the CEV concentrations depending on the residential address showed a distribution pattern following the sewage system.The train derailment resulted in a highly atypical sequence-of-events. In addition to exposure in the direct vicinity of the site of the train derailment, exposure also occurred via the sewage system, into which acrylonitrile had entered shortly after the accident.
As funções das ferramentas de trabalho de um pedreiro: uma análise prática e matemática na perspectiva do Enfoque Ontossemiótico

Este artigo tem como objetivo analisar os conhecimentos matemáticos manifestados por um operário da construção civil no labor de suas funções e no conhecimento das funções de suas ferramentas de trabalho. Apresenta-se um recorte de uma pesquisa de abordagem qualitativa, tendo a entrevista semiestruturada como procedimento na produção dos dados, o uso do gravador e do diário de campo como instrumentos dessa produção. Na análise, utiliza-se do modelo de uma Configuração Epistêmica, uma das ferramentas teórica do Enfoque Ontossemiótico da Cognição e Instrução Matemática (EOS), composta de seis elementos: Situação-Problema, Definições, Linguagem, Procedimentos, Proposições e Argumentos. O entrevistado foi um pedreiro, de 84 anos, da cidade de Nilo Peçanha-BA, que possui baixa escolaridade. A Configuração Epistêmica ajudou na compreensão, de forma esquematizada e organizada, dos conhecimentos desse operário. Considera-se, em consonância com o EOS, que a matemática é uma construção humana e, nesse contexto, percebeu-se que o entrevistado possui conhecimentos matemáticos adquiridos em sua prática laborativa e experiências ao longo da vida. Os resultados apontam que o entrevistado reconhece as funções de suas ferramentas de trabalho de acordo o uso que faz delas, revelando em alguns momentos a matemática incorporada a esse uso e as ferramentas. A pesquisa reconhece a importância dos conhecimentos matemáticos de operários da construção no desenvolvimento da sociedade e corrobora estudos que apontam a necessidade de trabalhar e utilizar tais conhecimentos nas escolas como forma de enriquecer os estudos da matemática e mostrar a sua aplicabilidade.&#x0D; &#x0D;
Linking zeolite porosity to molecular diffusion at the single crystal level

Zeolites are the key enablers of diverse chemical reactions, fulfilling a role of utmost importance in (petro-) chemical industry. They contain a precisely defined micropore network, which exposes a 3-D distribution of Brønsted acid sites. The performance of zeolites relies to a great extent on the accessibility of these acid sites, making the facile molecular diffusion through the zeolite pore network essential. For this reason, methods for hierarchical porosity development – such as steaming – are used to increase the molecular uptake of zeolites. These methods introduce auxiliary meso- and macroporosity, which maximize the utilization of the catalyst volume, and thereby improve the catalyst performance and lifetime. 

Despite their importance, little is known on zeolite porosity and diffusion due to a lack of nano-sensitive characterization tools which can extract local information on pore features and diffusion properties. The purpose of my research project is to exploit the pore characteristics inside single zeolite crystals through spatially resolved SAXS micro-tomography (µSAXS-CT). This will allow to harvest unprecedented quantitative information on the size distribution and orientation of micro-/meso-/macropores within (sub-) micron volume compartments of single zeolite crystals. In addition, single molecule super-resolution fluorescence microscopy will be used to track the trajectories of single fluorescent reporters with nanometer accuracy during diffusion within these zeolite crystals. This will yield spatially resolved intracrystal diffusion coefficients, which can be directly correlated to the quantitative structural information gained by µSAXS-CT.

The combined application of µSAXS-CT and single molecule tracking at different stages of zeolite steaming will allow to link intracrystal heterogeneities in pore and diffusion properties, respectively. This approach will form a first step towards the 3-D transport modelling within single zeolite crystals.
POSITION ENCODER APPARATUS

A position encoder kit, comprising: a scale comprising a series of position features; and a readhead. The readhead comprises a detector for receiving configuration information from a configuration item. The readhead is configured to operate in accordance with the configuration information. The readhead also comprises a receiver interface via which the readhead can supply position information to a receiver.
Cross-Linguistic statistical inference using hierarchical bayesian models

Historical linguistics and linguistic typology share the objective of explaining cross-linguistic variation. Their traditional research agendas have been largely disjoint though since historical linguistics strives for depth and typology for breadth. This tension has been replicated in current statistical and computational renderings of two sub-disciplines. Computational models of language change generally focus on individual language families, while statistical typology pays little attention to diachronic processes. CrossLingference will bridge this gap. Using Bayesian hierarchical models, the reach of modern phylogenetic linguistics will be extended to cross-family models, where each lineage is assumed to follow its own dynamics, but cross-family variation is constrained and data from one family are used to make inference about the processes in other families. At the same time, state-of-the-art generalized linear mixed models will be extended to control both for genealogical history and language contact. These model-based approaches will be complemented by agent-based simulations.
CrossLingference will implement this general programme for the following domains of application, securing a lasting impact both on statistical typology and on computational historical linguistics:
  - Sound laws in language change, enabling automatic reconstruction of proto-language vocabulary,
  - Causal relationships between typological variables.
  - Factoring of universal tendencies, historical contingencies and language contact in explaining variation in
    word-order types and inflectional paradigms.
Test Isolation Policy for Safe Runtime Validation of Evolvable Software Systems

Runtime testing of dynamically evolvable systems is known as a complex and challenging activity. Undesired side effects may be introduced as the interference between test cases and business functionalities of the components under test. To handle such problem, test isolation strategies are used to execute runtime tests safely. In this proposal, we discuss the need to adapt the well known test isolation mechanisms to cope with heterogeneity of the components under test. For doing this, we define a Test Isolation Policy that produces the suitable test isolation solution depending on the testability degree of each component under test. We show its usefulness by the means of a case study in the healthcare domain, called Teleservices and Remote Medical Care System (TRMCS). Some experiments are carried out to show the efficiency of our approach and the low overhead it introduces.
A qualitative study on barriers to utilisation of institutional delivery services in Moroto and Napak districts, Uganda: implications for programming

Skilled attendance at delivery is critical in prevention of maternal deaths. However, many women in low- and middle-income countries still deliver without skilled assistance. This study was carried out to identify perceived barriers to utilisation of institutional delivery in two districts in Karamoja, Uganda.Data were collected through participatory rural appraisal (PRA) with 887 participants (459 women and 428 men) in 20 villages in Moroto and Napak districts. Data were analysed using deductive content analysis. Notes taken during PRA session were edited, triangulated and coded according to recurring issues. Additionally, participants used matrix ranking to express their perceived relative significance of the barriers identified.The main barriers to utilisation of maternal health services were perceived to be: insecurity, poverty, socio-cultural factors, long distances to health facilities, lack of food at home and at health facilities, lack of supplies, drugs and basic infrastructure at health facilities, poor quality of care at health facilities, lack of participation in planning for health services and the ready availability of traditional birth attendants (TBAs). Factors related to economic and physical inaccessibility and lack of infrastructure, drugs and supplies at health facilities were highly ranked barriers to utilisation of institutional delivery.A comprehensive approach to increasing the utilisation of maternal health care services in Karamoja is needed. This should tackle both demand and supply side barriers using a multi-sectorial approach since the main barriers are outside the scope of the health sector. TBAs are still active in Karamoja and their role and influence on maternal health in this region cannot be ignored. A model for collaboration between skilled health workers and TBAs in order to increase institutional deliveries is needed.
Li+-molecule interactions of lithium tetrafluoroborate in propylene carbonate + N,N-dimethylformamide mixtures: An FTIR spectroscopic study

FTIR (Fourier transformed infrared) spectra have been collected and analyzed for solutions of lithium tetrafluoroborate in propylene carbonate (PC), N,N-dimethylformamide (DMF), and PC+DMF mixtures. The band splitting and symmetric ring deformation for PC and O=C-N deformation for DMF suggest that there is a strong interaction between lithium cations and solvent molecules. The solvent molecules have been assigned to two types, the free and complexed molecules. By a comparison of the intensity for the corresponding bands, it has been concluded that Li(+) cations are preferentially solvated by DMF molecules in the LiBF4/PC+DMF solutions. This has been explained by the difference in values of donor number (DN).
Tm academy - intelligent transport control and monitoring system

It is already for 8 years that UAB Medium Group has been successful in the field of design and development transport control and monitoring systems. The needs newly arising on the European transport market prompted it to invest in new product-the intelligent TM Academy software designed for the analysis of a driver’s performance and automated transmission of necessary information concerning different areas (working time and rest period; safe and economical driving; road traffic accidents; regulations on carriage of goods; TIR and CMR Conventions; customs procedures; prevention of carriage of illegal goods, etc.), also subsequent evaluation of the driver for the purpose of achieving better performance. The database of the application will consist of the requirements of the legislation relevant to the this sector. The system will have direct interfaces with vehicle systems and the CAN bus, so it will receive necessary information about the performance of a driver and, in this regard, will automatically select details required for its improvement. It will educate employees and will contribute not only to the better performance and operating results of a given employee and the company as a whole, but also to the handling of global issues, such as reduction of pollution, enhancing effectiveness of the transport system, decreasing the number of road traffic accidents, etc., as a result, benefiting drivers, transport and recruitment companies and country concerned. This software has no parallel in Europe or other countries, since similar products excludes any automated operation involving a driver and intended to improve his performance.
Outcomes of the feasibility study: identification of the scope of the database and required integrations with vehicle systems; prepared project implementation and commercialisation plans and the necessary budget.Being financially incapable of implementing the project of this scope without any support, the company will be engaged in Phase2.
Personalized intelligent platform enabling interaction with digital services to individuals with profound and multiple learning disabilities

The INSENSION project will create an ICT platform that enables persons with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) to use digital applications and services that can enhance the quality of their lives, increase their ability to self-determination and enrich their lives. The target end users of the proposed solution are capable of using only nonconventional, nonsymbolic means of interaction with their environment. Therefore, the platform aims to provide technological means for seamless, and adaptable recognition of a range of highly individual nonsymbolic behavioral signals of people with PMLD to detect behavioral patterns happening in the context of specific situations. These patterns are translated into the affective ‘intents’ of the end user (their approval or disapproval to the given situation) and allow to communicate them to assistive services. This way an individual with PMLD gains a possibility to seamlessly influence their living environment, through new means of communication with other people, changing conditions of their environment or use new types of assistive digital applications. The project employs recent advances in a range of ICT disciplines equipping the proposed assistive ICT platform with natural behavior recognition mechanisms based on gesture, facial expression and vocalization recognition technologies. This is complemented by novel techniques of artificial intelligence and state-of-the-art Internet of Things models. The research and development of the project is conducted within the inclusive design paradigm, with individual with PMLD and their caregivers directly participating in the R+D process throughout the whole duration of the project. This process links a highly interdisciplinary team of experts of ICT specialists and researchers and practitioners of disability studies and care, with due participation of an assistive technology industry representatives.
Open platform for x-ray robotics medical imaging and surgical navigation

SURGIS aims at creating a completely new computer-assisted, integrated system to support Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS). It is based on a robotics X-ray 2D/3D imaging system. SURGIS is innovative and disruptive in two ways: a) the envisaged product itself: a novel solution that integrates formerly isolated systems providing enhanced and new functionalities, higher accuracy and significantly improved usability. Experienced users are developing it for users. And b) with regard to its technological approach and the corresponding business model: an open source environment, which will provide the ground to nurture the commercial exploitation and further development of applications by 3rd parties. It represents a platform and an ecosystem where developers and users are encouraged and facilitated to boost both the economic and clinical effect of SURGIS itself.
Once implemented SURGIS will deliver the following value propositions:
1.Robotic 5-axis C-Arm usable in 2D and 3D mode
2.Integrated Surgical navigation system with automatic continuous calibration
3.Calibrated MIS surgical tools
4)Open software platform for the development of third-part applications
A laboratory technology demonstration platform has been built and a preliminary study of existing IP has not discovered significant hurdles: we have strong reasons to believe that the final outcome will be successful despite the challenging goal.
The feasibility study of Surgis will be performed along 5 main points:
1.Interviews with 10-20 international leading surgeons(Europe/USA) to assess clinical/technical potential of project and get suggestions for improvement;
2. Assessment of the technical and contractual framework for implementing the open platform and allowing the integration of third-party application.
3.Study to evaluate the market (volume and revenue) of 3D X-Ray surgical navigation devices
4.Study to explore existing IP rights to evaluate patentable features of SURGIS
5.Consolidate all the above in a business
European medical application and radiation protection concept: strategic research agenda and roadmap interlinking to health and digitisation aspects

The 3-year EURAMED rocc-n-roll project aims to propose an integrated and coordinated European approach to research and innovation in medical applications of ionising radiation and related radiation protection based on stakeholder consensus and existing activities in the field (incl. existing SRAs of radiation protection platforms, EC health and digitisation programmes, EURATOM-funded projects, SAMIRA initiative). To achieve this, research and radiation protection needs in the clinical disciplines using ionising radiation will be analysed with the aim to generate the largest benefit for the European population in an equal, safe, high-quality way throughout Europe, by fostering clinical translation, while also strengthening economic growth and industrial competitiveness, supported by research and innovation in the field. 
Representation of relevant radiation protection disciplines like radiation biology, dosimetry for medical applications, ethics  as well as clinical expertise in the fields of radiology, nuclear medicine, radiation therapy, oncology, cardiovascular diseases, neurology, paediatrics complemented by regulatory and health policy, AI and industry experts in the consortium will ensure a fully integrative approach and allow a broader framework of quality and safety in healthcare. Based on wide stakeholder input and consultation on above aspects, EURAMED rock-n-roll will produce an SRA for medical applications of ionising radiation and related radiation protection and a corresponding roadmap, as well as an interlink document, integrating the views and identifying synergies from the areas of radiation protection, health research and digitisation, with impactful guidance to the EC and stakeholders on future research including the potential needs for centres of excellence in this area. This will be accompanied by education and training schemes for health workforce and scientists to increase Europe’s research capacity in the field.
Financiar as despesas das PME, que se deterioraram devido à pandemia de COVID-19, na manutenção das operações quotidianas da empresa e na garantia da sua liquidez financeira.

O auxílio que estou a solicitar será utilizado para manter a atividade de uma empresa que se tenha encontrado numa situação de escassez súbita ou de falta de liquidez na sequência do surto da pandemia de COVID-19.
Survival of Campylobacter jejuni in naturally and artificially contaminated laying hen feces

Infected laying hens regularly excrete large amounts of Campylobacter jejuni with their feces, which represent a reservoir of infection within the flock and for animals in the region. However, the knowledge about survival times of C. jejuni in these feces is still scarce. Therefore, orienting laboratory experiments were carried out under controlled conditions to estimate the survival times of C. jejuni both in artificially and naturally contaminated laying hen feces. In 6 different laying hen flocks (3 Campylobacter-free and 3 Campylobacter-positive flocks), fresh excreta were randomly collected and pooled in 20-g samples per flock. In the laboratory, each of the 3 pooled samples from the Campylobacter-free barns were homogenized and mixed with 10 mL of a freshly prepared C. jejuni suspension (3 × 10(8) cfu/mL). The other 3 samples were homogenized only. The 6 samples were stored at 20 ± 1°C and 40 to 60% RH in 2 different incubators. Specimens of 2 g were taken from all 6 samples 1 h after storage and daily at the same time during the next 10 consecutive days and investigated on culturable C. jejuni. The survival times of culturable C. jejuni ranged from 72 to 96 h in artificially inoculated feces and varied from 120 to 144 h in naturally colonized flocks. The flaA typing by RFLP confirmed that the isolates from the artificially contaminated feces were identical with the added strain. A total of 5 different flaA types were identified from the naturally contaminated feces, and survival of these isolates was dependent on flaA type. The demonstrated survival times indicate that contaminated fresh feces are an important reservoir of C. jejuni, representing a permanent source of infection over at least 6 d after excretion. It shows the considerable potential of fresh feces in transmitting the agent within and between flocks during that period. This 6-d span should be considered when poultry manure is applied to land as organic fertilizer.
FEEDING DEVICE AND PROCESS AND FEEDING SYSTEM WHICH UTILISE THE FEEDING DEVICE

Feeding device (1) for feeding burned lime to a reaction vessel for causticizing a soda liquor to caustic soda, which feeding device, in its upper part, comprises an inlet for a slurry of said burned lime and said soda liquor, or inlets (3, 4) for said burned lime and said soda liquor, respectively, for formation of said slurry inside said feeding device, and further comprises a feed vessel (9) of tall and slender shape, which feed vessel in its lower part comprises an outlet (10) for said slurry, which outlet, via one or more pump(s) (24, 25), is operatively connected to said reaction vessel. The invention also relates to a process and a feeding system which utilises said feeding device, in which process the slurry is created of said burned lime and a first part of said soda liquor, a second part being preheated (28) before addition to the slurry, whereafter slaking and causticizing reactions are completed under elevated temperature and pressure.