SIRIS-Lab/unlabelled-sti-corpus huggingface dataset:
Portable thermal fluid regeneration system for solar thermal plants

The project focuses on the Concentrated Solar Power sector (CSP). A HTF (High Temperature Fluid) is a liquid used to heat transport and transfer it in a solar thermal plant. Nowadays, most of the plants (both parabolic or tower technology) use synthetic oil as the HTF, which reaches working temperatures up to 400ºC. However, high temperature cycles accelerate oil degradation and then impurities appear. The appearance of impurities is a problem that affects the operation and the integrity of the current CSP power plants.
Oil regeneration is a common operation in many industrial processes, however, there is no specific solution for CSP power plants that meet their efficiency and costs related needs without risking their profitability. By now, CSP power plant operators treat the oil periodically in external far regeneration plants that provide a standard fluid distillation with low efficiency and big fluid loses that represent great costs. Due to sector’s current constraints to increase power plant’s capital investment and operation & maintenance costs new more efficient, and with more flexible management models, HTF regeneration solutions are required.
TRANSREGEN is a new high efficiency oil regeneration system that implements a compact & transportable design in order to extend fluid generation and waste management possibilities. Having successfully designed & validated TRANSREGEN technology in a relevant environment, the overall objective of this project is the demonstration of the final solution in solar thermal plants in real operating conditions.
Rigorous spectral representation of relativistic random phase approximation for finite nuclei

By using the rigorous spectral representation of relativistic random phase approximation, the low-lying excitation of finite nuclei and its longitudinal response function for quasielastic electron scattering are calculated in the σ-ω model of quantum hadrodynamics. It is shown that the reproduction of the correct order of the 1− and 3− excitation states of 16O is due to the contribution of the exchange vertex. There is no significant influence of the retardation effect on the low-lying excitation states. In contrast, the retardation effect plays an important role in the electron scattering process of nuclei. The theoretical longitudinal responses of 12C and 40Ca, including the contributions of the exchange vertex and the retardation effect, are suppressed and reproduce the experimental data better than the results excluding them.
Deforestation, corruption, and private ownership in the forest sector

One of the remedies launched in combating corruption in the forest sector is privatization of state forests (and private forest ownership). We hypothesized that privatization could reduce deforestation through reducing corruption. We found a statistically significant strong positive relation between corruption and deforestation for the period between 1995 and 2008 by using two different corruption indices and panel data, a highly statistically significant negative correlation between private forest ownership and corruption across countries by using univariate and multivariate models for three different corruption indices, and a highly statistically significant negative correlation between private forest ownership and deforestation across countries by using univariate and multivariate models.
Adaptive control of arm-equipped quadrotors. Theory and simulations

The paper presents an adaptive control for an aerial vehicle equipped with a manipulator, the latter is assumed to be already driven by a joint-based controller. The proposed control generates the vehicle thrusts by properly taking into account the physical interaction with the arm. Being adaptive, it estimates and then compensates the dynamics of the whole sys- tem. Moreover, the proposed approach is based on the Newton- Euler formulation, i.e., it is recursive. A stability analysis is provided to analytically support the developed controller. A reduced version is proposed to greatly simplify the controller by taking into account only the gravitational terms. Numerical simulations confirm the controller performance as compared with the effort and error of a benchmark controller. I. INTRODUCTION
Formative Characteristics of Eco T-shirt Design

The purpose of this research to look into formative characteristics of eco T-shirt design. Previous study researchers have mostly focused on overall eco fashion design, but on the other hand the research on eco product entity leaves much to be desired. We analyzed formative characteristics of eco T-shirt design that is easily accessible in real life and is easy to passing message. We selected 23 eco brands through internet and analyzed total 500 photos of eco T-shirt. Each photo was categorized by sex and the nations which belong to the eco fashion world associations. The content and statistical analysis was used for data analysis. The content of the research is as the following. First, it was found out that basic straight silhouette, achromatic color, human pattern, plant pattern, and eco-friendly organic material were used for the design of eco T-shirt. Second, it showed difference of silhouette, color, pattern according to nations. Third, it showed difference of silhouette, color, pattern according to sex. Fourth, symbolism of eco T-shirt was nature love, nature support, society ethicality, anti-sociality, and economics. This research aims for providing practical help and assistance to the development of eco T-shirt and its relevant industries.
Systematic review of the efficacy and tolerability of Clozapine in the treatment of youth with early onset schizophrenia

Abstract Background The use of clozapine (CLZ) for treatment-resistant schizophrenia is well established in adults. However, it is seldom used in youth with early onset schizophrenia (EOS) largely because of lack of clarity about its risk benefit ratio. This review synthesises and evaluates available evidence regarding the efficacy and tolerability of CLZ in EOS with the aim to assist clinical decision-making. Methods We conducted a systematic review of the primary literature on the clinical efficacy and adverse drug reactions (ADRs) observed during CLZ treatment in EOS. We also identified relevant practice guidelines and summarised current guidance. Results CLZ showed superior efficacy than other antipsychotics in treating refractory EOS patients; short-term clinical trials suggest an average improvement of 69% on the Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale that was sustained during long-term follow-up (up to 9 years). No fatalities linked to CLZ treatment were reported. Sedation and hypersalivation were the most common complaints, reported by over 90% of patients. Other common ADRs (reported in 10-60% of patients) were enuresis, constipation, weight gain, and non-specific EEG changes. Less common ADRs (reported in 10-30% of patients) were akathisia, tachycardia and changes in blood pressure. Neutropenia was reported in 6–15% of cases but was usually transient while agranulocytosis was rare (&lt; 0.1%). Seizures were also uncommon (&lt; 3%). Metabolic changes were relatively common (8–22%) but emergent diabetes was not frequently observed (&lt; 6%). Overall the rate of discontinuation was low (3–6%). Current guidelines recommend the use of CLZ in EOS patients who have failed to respond to two adequate trials with different antipsychotics and provide detailed schedules of assessments to evaluate and assess potential ADRs both prior to initiation and throughout CLZ treatment. Conclusion Available data although limited in terms of number of studies are consistent in demonstrating that CLZ is effective and generally safe in the treatment of refractory EOS provided patients are regularly monitored
e-Safer - e Sustainability Alternative For European Regions

The general objective of eSafer is to provide partners with alternatives in order to methodologically ensure their ITC strategies, and to support themselves to ensure independence on the software market, due to the flexibility and adaptability of FLOSS. Interreg IIIC projects have been carried out to improve access to the information society, but one thing that has never been presented is the influence of free software, in the context of maintaining sustainable development in the information society. By transferring knowledge and communicating positive experiences, this project will propose solutions which will support future development at a regional level. Overall objective / Objectif général The general objective of eSafer is to provide partners with alternatives in order to methodologically ensure their ITC strategies, and to support themselves to ensure independence on the software market, due to the flexibility and adaptability of FLOSS. Interreg IIIC projects have been carried out to improve access to the information society, but one thing that has never been presented is the influence of free software, in the context of maintaining sustainable development in the information society. By transferring knowledge and communicating positive experiences, this project will propose solutions which will support future development at a regional level. Expected results / Résultats attendus • Interexchange of best practices between participants and associated regions. • Improved presence of FLOSS in eGovernment, eLearning and eBusiness. • A deeper knowledge of FLOSS solutions established in participating regions, and the reinforcement of strategic programmes on eGovernment, eLearning and eBusiness. • To resolve any problems and investigate partners´ motivations and ambitions in establishing FLOSS solutions and a strategic FLOSS action plan regarding eGovernment, eLearning and eBusiness. • Frame of Reference for standardisation and interoperability problems. • eSafer platform on FLOSS interoperability and sustainability in the specific domains. Apart from the results obtained regarding project management, the following are now also available: • The nature of Open Source in the participants’ regions. • The causes, actions carried out, and results obtained from Open Source actions, in the context of eGovernment, eLearning and eBusiness, provided by a benchmarking study. • An Italian operating system based on GNU LinEx. • A Greek (beta) operating system based on GNU LinEx. • A (beta) eLearning platform based on GNU LinEx. The results obtained with regards to eLearning will be made available to the general public on 20th May 2005 during a workshop in Athens. Know-how exchange about eLearning was carried out with Madeira Technology Centre and Filas of Lazio.Their eLearning programmes are to be applied to the eSafer project.
Designing a New Framework Using Type-2 FLS and Cooperative-Competitive Genetic Algorithms for Road Detection from IKONOS Satellite Imagery

The growing availability of high-resolution satellite imagery provides an opportunity for identifying road objects. Most studies associated with road detection are scene-related and also based on the digital number of each pixel. Because images can provide more details (including color, size, shape, and texture), object-based processing is more advantageous. Therefore, in this paper, to handle the existing uncertainty of satellite image pixel values, using type-2 fuzzy set theory in combination with object-based image analysis is proposed. Because the main challenges of the type-2 fuzzy set are parameter tuning and extensive computations, a hybrid genetic algorithm (GA) consisting of Pittsburgh and cooperative-competitive learning schemes is proposed to address these problems. The most prominent feature of our research in this work is to establish a comprehensive object-based type-2 fuzzy logic system that enables us to detect roads in high-resolution satellite images with no training data. The validation assessment of road detection results using the proposed framework for independent images demonstrates the capability and efficiency of our method in identifying road objects. For more evaluation, a type-1 fuzzy logic system with the same structure as type-2 is tuned. Evaluations show that type-1 fuzzy logic system quality in training is very similar to that of the proposed type-2 fuzzy framework. However, in general, its lower accuracy, as inferred by validation assessments, makes the type-1 fuzzy logic system significantly different from the proposed type-2.
Joint Eviction and Admission Control for cognitive radio networks

With the increasing popularity of cognitive radio networks (CRNs), providing data transmissions with quality of service (QoS) requirements in such networks becomes one of the most important topics. In this paper, the QoS provisioning in the CRNs with spectrum underlay has been studied. We propose the Joint Eviction and Admission Control (JEAC) for CRNs. Both real-time traffic (or, video traffic) and non-real-time traffic (or, data traffic) are considered. Because of real-time traffic is sensitive to average handoff delay more, our main goal is to ensure that its QoS requirement. For the non-real-time traffic, as far as possible to improve the throughput is our optimization goal.
ELECTRICALLY DRIVEN VEHICLE DRIVE AXLE ARRANGEMENT

A vehicle drive axle arrangement comprises an electric drive motor (1, 3), a left shaft (20) and a right shaft (23), coaxial with each other, in drive connection with the motor (1, 3), and intended for connection to respective driving half-axles of the vehicle in which the arrangement can be mounted, and a differential mechanism (6-19). The electric drive motor (1, 3) is coaxial with and arranged around the left shaft (20, 23),and the differential mechanism (6-19) -receiving rotary motion from the electric motor (1, 3) -comprises a reduction gearing (6, 7, 12, 13) and a planetary gearing (13- 9), operatively connecting the two shafts (20-23).
Midline suboccipital burr hole for posterior fossa craniotomy

Posterior fossa craniotomy is generally done starting with two lateral burr holes. Single midline burr hole is often avoided for the fear of injury to the venous sinuses. In this paper, we retrospectively evaluated the risk of dural tear or venous sinus injury with the latter approach.Patients who had a posterior fossa craniotomy at the Children's Hospital of Michigan between 2003 and 2009 were analyzed. Seventy-one patients had been operated for a posterior fossa lesion, and 154 had a Chiari I decompression. Suboccipital craniotomy was performed utilizing a starting midline suboccipital burr hole. The craniotomy was completed using Midas Rex with B1 footplate starting laterally from the burr hole and then over to the foramen magnum including the foramen magnum lip. Inpatients who had a tumor resection, the bone flap was replaced and secured with plates on both sides.One patient had a dural tear along the inferior aspect of the craniotomy not extending into the foramen magnum. There was no instance of venous sinus injury or undue bleeding from the burr hole. none of the patients had an infection requiring removal of the bone flap.This paper confirms the safety of utilizing midline burr hole for starting a posterior fossa craniotomy.
An Evaluation of UNESCO Publications on Mathematics Education: From 1989 to 2013

The word “UNESCO” was created by being taken the initials of “United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization”. UNESCO has undertaken two main objectives as it can be understood from the name of the organization. This organization is an international organization that works for the expedience of the world in long term and as a whole aims to serve to the aims of United Nations including humanitarian purposes. Moreover, the organization aims to support and develop all aspects of the concepts of education, science and culture. Based on these purposes, UNESCO has provided the preparation of many publications as book, journal, report, and article etc. in the field of education. It is seen that some of these publications are related with mathematics education. The aim of this study is to examine the publications of mathematics education published by UNESCO from “Standards and Principles for School Mathematics” document of NCTM issued in 1989 to present. These publications are comprised of article, book, report and documents placed in the publications of education in the web site of the organization. 272 publications of UNESCO were examined with document analysis.  In the study, document analysis method, one of qualitative research methods, was used. Investigated publications were analyzed in terms of publication years, publication types, subject areas, contents and related countries. Descriptive analysis method was used in the process of analysis of publications. As the result of investigation of these publications of UNESCO about mathematics education, it is revealed that the publications focused especially on mathematics education programs of countries, international measurement and assessment exams as TIMMS, PISA and subjects about teaching and learning mathematics.
WATER CLUSTER-DOMINANT ALKALI SURFACTANT COMPOSITIONS AND THEIR USE

Alkali surfactant treatment processes, such as cleaning, chemical pulping, mercerization, metal processing, leather processing, food processing, and personal beauty care. The process comprises the step of contacting a substrate with an effective amount of an aqueous alkali surfactant composition having a hydroxide Molarity of from 2 to 9. The composition comprises (a) alkali; and (b) a surfactant having a Lewis acid head group positioned terminally in a linear or branched aliphatic or aryl hydrocarbon chain comprising from 4 to 10 aliphatic carbon atoms.
Effects of 5-h multimodal stress on the molecules and pathways involved in dendritic morphology and cognitive function

Stress induces cognitive impairments, which are likely related to the damaged dendritic morphology in the brain. Treatments for stress-induced impairments remain limited because the molecules and pathways underlying these impairments are unknown. Therefore, the aim of this study was to find the potential molecules and pathways related to damage of the dendritic morphology induced by stress. To do this, we detected gene expression, constructed a protein-protein interaction (PPI) network, and analyzed the molecular pathways in the brains of mice exposed to 5-h multimodal stress. The results showed that stress increased plasma corticosterone concentration, decreased cognitive function, damaged dendritic morphologies, and altered APBB1, CLSTN1, KCNA4, NOTCH3, PLAU, RPS6KA1, SYP, TGFB1, KCNA1, NTRK3, and SNCA expression in the brains of mice. Further analyses found that the abnormal expressions of CLSTN1, PLAU, NOTCH3, and TGFB1 induced by stress were related to alterations in the dendritic morphology. These four genes demonstrated interactions with 55 other genes, and configured a closed PPI network. Molecular pathway analysis use the Database for Annotation, Visualization, and Integrated Discovery (DAVID), specifically the gene ontology and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG), each identified three pathways that were significantly enriched in the gene list of the PPI network, with genes belonging to the Notch and transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-B) signaling pathways being the most enriched. Our results suggest that TGFB1, PLAU, NOTCH3, and CLSTN1 may be related to the alterations in dendritic morphology induced by stress, and imply that the Notch and TGF-B signaling pathways may be involved.
Volcanoes' night iii. - researchers' night of the canary islands

People have been fascinated by volcanoes ever since the dawn of mankind and treated them with utmost respect. The rapid development of converging technological areas, such as informatics, material science or space research multiplied our knowledge of earth processes and created some highly specialised fields within volcanology. At the same time a dramatic gap has formed between the professionals and the public. As a result, in today’s world, the work of volcanologists is nearly as mythical as the work of volcanoes in ancient times. The objective of this project is therefore to address this issue and bridge the gap between science and the general public of different ages. Participating scientists will not only talk about their field of research, but will also share their experience on how students can approach science and research institutions, providing perfect scenario to attract young people to science careers. During Volcanoes Night participants will be provided to access research facilities, and a complementary scheme of workshops, science cafés, excursions, presentations and challenge games will be arranged all to fuel the public’s curiosity, interest and understanding of research activities. As a backdrop to the Night volcanoes will be used not only to explain the work of volcanologists but also to explain what science is about and what scientists and researchers do during their daily work.
Fables and foibles: A critical analysis of the Palaeoflora database and the Coexistence Approach for palaeoclimate reconstruction

Abstract The ‘Coexistence Approach’ is a mutual climate range (MCR) technique combined with the nearest-living relative (NLR) concept. It has been widely used for palaeoclimate reconstructions based on Eurasian plant fossil assemblages; most of them palynofloras (studied using light microscopy). The results have been surprisingly uniform, typically converging to subtropical, per-humid or monsoonal conditions. Studies based on the Coexistence Approach have had a marked impact in literature, generating over 10,000 citations thus far. However, recent studies have pointed out inherent theoretical and practical problems entangled in the application of this widely used method. But so far little is known how results generated by the Coexistence Approach are affected by subjective errors, data errors, and violations of the basic assumptions. The majority of Coexistence Approach studies make use of the Palaeoflora database (the combination of which will be abbreviated to CA + PF). Testing results produced by CA + PF studies has been hindered by the general unavailability of the contents in the underlying Palaeoflora database; two exceptions are the mean-annual temperature tolerances and lists of assigned associations between fossils and nearest-living relatives. Using a recently published study on the Eocene of China, which provides the first and only insight into the data structure of the Palaeoflora database, we compare the theory and practice of Coexistence Approach using the Palaeoflora database (CA + PF). We show that CA + PF is riddled by association and climate data error. We reveal flaws in the application of the Coexistence Approach, which is often in stark contrast to the theory of the method. We show that CA + PF is highly vulnerable against numerous sources of errors, mainly because it lacks safeguards that could identify unreliable data. We demonstrate that the CA + PF produces coherent, pseudo-precise results even for artificially generated, random plant assemblages. Alternative MCR-NLR methods can surpass the most imminent deficits of the Coexistence Approach, and may be used as a stop-gap until more accurate bioclimatic and distribution data on potential Eurasian NLRs, and theoretically and statistically robust methods will become available. Finally, general guidelines are provided for the future application of methods using the mutual climatic range with nearest living relatives approach when reconstructing climate from plant fossil assemblages.