SIRIS-Lab/unlabelled-sti-corpus huggingface dataset:
Museums and community: concepts, experiences, and sustainability in europe, latin america and the caribbean

The EU-LAC-MUSEUMS project directly meets the challenge of fostering EU-CELAC relations by studying the close connections between Europe and Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) in the field of community museology. 
 
To address this challenge, EU-LAC-MUSEUMS assembles a team of leading academics, museum professionals and policy makers elected by the European and LAC Regional Alliances of the International Council of Museums (ICOM) (www.icom.museum). Together, we are committed to exploring the cultural, scientific and social dimensions of EU-LAC relations with a view to “supporting the process of EU-CELAC cooperation outlined by the EU-CELAC Action Plan 2013-2015 in defining a common vision for the years to come”. Through a series of thematic work packages we will pursue the theme of “Museums and Community: Concepts, Experiences, and Sustainability in Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean”. A good deal of research has been carried out into this subject at local, national, and regional levels in both EU and LAC, but a concerted bi-regional investigation is yet to appear. EU-LAC-MUSEUMS will overcome this gap in knowledge by creating parity of esteem and sustainable dialogue and co-operation between academia, museums and communities in each region. It will achieve this goal by pursuing work packages dealing with the cross cutting societal challenges of: a) ""Technology and Innovation for Bi-Regional Integration""; b) ""Museum Education for Social Inclusion and Cohesion""; c) ""Investment and Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Museums”, and d) “Exhibiting Migration and Gender”. In so doing, we will push forward the agenda of the EU-CELAC Action Plan in museum practice and theory.
The digital transformation of SMEs – a new knowledge broker called the digital innovation hub

Purpose This study aims to understand if and how European digital innovation hubs (DIHs) filling the role of knowledge brokers (KBs) can support the digital transformation (DX) of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by triggering open innovation (OI) practices. Design/methodology/approach After presenting a conceptual model of reference, a survey and a subsequent in-depth interview were conducted to capture evidence from Italian DIHs. These structures were selected for their growing importance, as confirmed by the National Plan for Industry 4.0. Findings The findings highlight that Italian DIHs act not only as KBs but also as knowledge sources that give rise to a digital imprinting process that is able to shape the DX of SMEs. Originality/value Research on knowledge sharing and OI has mainly focused on large firms. The study covers the gaps identified in the literature by considering the role of KBs in enabling SMEs to embrace DX.
REMOTE CONTROL EQUIPPED WITH A DEVICE FOR THE VISUAL DISPLAY OF SELECTED FUNCTIONS

There is described a remote control for civilian electronic apparatuses of the type in which with at least one multiple-function key there are associated more than one command function, which functions are switchable by means of a function switching device which is equipped with an appropriate control. The remote control is characterized in that it comprises a visual display device (12, 112 or 212) which visually displays in an unambiguous manner the function which is associated at that moment with at least one of the multiple-function keys, the arrangement being such that the indication displayed by the visual display device (12, 112 or 212) changes when the control of said function switching device is actuated.
How to develop spiritual awareness in the organization

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to propose a theoretical model that leverages the practical wisdom of the Panch-Kosa framework of yogic philosophy to develop an awareness of spirituality in the organization. It also provides quasi-quantitative empirical evidence to demonstrate its potential application. Design/methodology/approach – A survey was designed and administered in four different organizations. Correlation, ANOVA and χ 2 analysis were conducted to explore the applicability of the proposed framework. Findings – The results indicate that values, as reflected in the physical aspects of an organization such as its logo, symbols and organizational elements characterized as “practice of Fair Governance” and “HR Effectiveness”, influence employee-related outcomes. Further, the study found that when there is a perfect “alignment” between an organization's intent to honor values and its corresponding actions, employees perceive the highest levels of holistic engagement. Research limitations/implications – This study has an implication on how to leverage practical wisdom from Hindu philosophy to enable individuals and organizations to transform to a higher level of consciousness. Originality/value – The paper has ventured into an uncharted territory of integrating the yogic framework of Panch-Kosa to the organizational elements and has provided preliminary support for its applicability in organizations. Moreover, it operationalizes the notion of alignment between organization's value-centric strategy and actions and its impact on employee-related outcomes.
Ontology for Semantic Data Integration in the Domain of IT Benchmarking

A domain-specific ontology for IT benchmarking has been developed to bridge the gap between a systematic characterization of IT services and their data-based valuation. Since information is generally collected during a benchmark exercise using questionnaires on a broad range of topics, such as employee costs, software licensing costs, and quantities of hardware, it is commonly stored as natural language text; thus, this information is stored in an intrinsically unstructured form. Although these data form the basis for identifying potentials for IT cost reductions, neither a uniform description of any measured parameters nor the relationship between such parameters exists. Hence, this work proposes an ontology for the domain of IT benchmarking, available at https://w3id.org/bmontology. The design of this ontology is based on requirements mainly elicited from a domain analysis, which considers analyzing documents and interviews with representatives from Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprises and Information and Communications Technology companies over the last eight years. The development of the ontology and its main concepts is described in detail (i.e., the conceptualization of benchmarking events, questionnaires, IT services, indicators and their values) together with its alignment with the DOLCE-UltraLite foundational ontology.
Reuse of olive mill wastewater for producing new antioxidant tanning chemicals

Olive Mill Wastewater (OMW) is a highly polluted medium produced in large quantities during olive milling, rich of several polyphenolic compounds, which limit OMW biodegradability in conventional treatment processes. For olive oil producers OMW represents a problem and a disposal cost. Such polyphenols are interesting because of their tanning behavior and high antioxidant strength. The innovation proposed is to transform OMW from waste into raw material with a stabilization process, promoting also highly antioxidant phenols enrichment, to be used in tanning step as medium process in place of water and tannin chemicals, and as reaction medium to produce a new class of antioxidant tanning resin. 
The goal of TANNOW is to start-up a business initiative, where OMW is collected, transformed and used to produce innovative Cr-free leather articles, or to prevent the oxidation of Cr into carcinogenic Cr VI in Cr-tanned leather. TANNOW intends to answer to the needs of the olive oil producers in terms of valorization of OMW from a waste into a new raw material, and to the needs of the leather users who intends to ban Cr-tanned articles by 2020. The removal of chrome salts in tanning process will have positive impacts on workers and consumers health and on downstream wastewater management. Such problems have certainly an EU dimension, because Europe is the main producer of olive oil and the world leader in leather production.
The feasibility assessment will prove the soundness of the business model, confirm evidence of the actual market demand and attractiveness of the products, and describe the minimum operative size of the equipment that covers the initial sales plan, in order to start-up and implement in phase two the production of stabilized OMW, derived tanning resins and Cr-free leather for their commercialization.
Análise da governança e comportamento da população frente à disseminação da COVID-19 em três municípios no estado do Tocantins, Brasil

O objetivo deste estudo foi analisar as estratégias de controle da pandemia causada pela COVID-19 a partir da comparação dos atos normativos, da estrutura da população, da movimentação e do discurso dos gestores em três municípios do Estado do Tocantins - Araguaína, Gurupi e Palma s - visando compreender a dinâmica de disseminação do vírus ocorrida no ano de 2020. A pesquisa foi realizada no período de 11 de março a 31 de dezembro de 2020, os dados foram sistematizados nas categorias análise de atos normativos, caracterização da estrutura da população e discurso dos gestores, buscando suas relações com a taxa de registro de ocorrência e morte por COVID-19 no primeiro ano da pandemia nos municípios. Os dados foram digitados em planilhas eletrônicas do Microsoft Excel® e analisados utilizando o software R Studio. Os três municípios apresentaram similaridades quanto aos indicadores socioeconômicos e de saúde. A incidência e prevalência da COVID-19 no município de Araguaína foi mais intensa, com crescimento mais abrupto do que Palmas, que conseguiu retardar o aumento da taxa de contaminação, e Gurupi, onde a situação foi bem controlada. Quanto à adoção das medidas de contenção (atos normativos) o município de Araguaína foi inconstante na adoção das medidas de restrição, enquanto Palmas e, principalmente, Gurupi foram mais restritivas e incisivas. A adesão ao distanciamento social expressa pelo IPD foi alta logo após os primeiros decretos, todavia foi reduzindo ao longo do tempo. Em Gurupi a mobilidade foi relativamente maior, mas se manteve constante ao longo do período.
A novel silanized CoFe2O4/fluorinated waterborne polyurethane pressure sensitive adhesive

Abstract A novel silanized CoFe2O4/fluorinated waterborne polyurethane (SC/FWPU) pressure sensitive adhesive was synthesized and characterized by atomic force microscopy (AFM), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) and contact angle tester. The adhesive properties were measured in a test machine. Experimental results showed that the hydrophobicity, thermal stability, dynamic mechanical properties, as well as adhesive properties of SC/FWPU were improved with the incorporation of SC into FWPU. The dynamic hydrophobicity can be well described by the wetting kinetic model. The spreading-penetration parameter increased with an increase in SC content. The higher the spreading-penetration parameter is, the faster the contact angle reaches equilibrium, and the faster the SC/FWPU pressure sensitive adhesive penetrates and spreads.
Adsorption behaviour of direct yellow 50 onto cotton fiber: Equilibrium, kinetic and thermodynamic profile

This study investigated the adsorption of direct yellow 50 onto cotton fiber from aqueous solution by using parameters, such as pH, temperature, contact time, initial dye concentration and the effect of sodium sulphate, tetrasodium edate and trisodium citrate. The extent of dye adsorption increased with increasing contact time, temperature and solution concentration. The experimental data were analyzed by the Langmuir and Freundlich models of adsorption. It was found that the Langmuir equation fit better than the Freundlich equation. The results show that the presence of SE and SC significantly enhance the dye adsorption onto cotton fiber. In addition, the adsorption data obtained at different temperatures of DY50 onto cotton fiber were applied to pseudo first-order, pseudo second-order and intraparticle diffusion models. The rates of adsorption were found to conform to pseudo second-order kinetics with good correlation. Also, free energy of adsorption (ΔG(#)), enthalpy (ΔH(#)), and entropy (ΔS(#)) changes were determined to predict the nature of adsorption. The positive value of the enthalpy change indicated that the adsorption is endothermic process. The activation energy, Ea, is ranged between 1.9 and 3.9kJmol(-1) indicated that the adsorption process is a physisorption. This low value of Ea generally indicates diffusion controlled process.
Multi-Regional Multi-Objective Optimization of an Algal Biofuel Polygeneration Supply Chain With Fuzzy Mathematical Programming

A polygeneration approach is proposed to improve the economic viability of algal biofuel production through simultaneous production of co-products (i.e. electricity, heat, and other biochemicals). A multi-regional polygeneration supply chain consists of various array of processing plants in producing multiple bioenergy products given spatial constraints of each plant found in different regions. The inherent complexity of the polygeneration compounds the difficulty of designing the composite network of processing plants in multi-regions. Optimizing the design flow of the polygeneration supply chain considers multiple objectives, such as satisfying product demand, maximizing economic performance, and minimizing environmental footprint. In addition, the optimal strategic capacity design of the supply and distribution of biodiesel across multi-regions are considered. This study uses a fuzzy mathematical programming model to generate an optimized design of the polygeneration supply chain while satisfying all objectives. The developed model is demonstrated using a modified industrial case study comparing two cultivation alternatives. Results showed that all fuzzy multi-objective goals are satisfied and the flat-plate photobioreactor is the preferred cultivation system in terms of environmental footprints and economic performance.
Gold-Polymer Nanocomposites for Bioimaging and Biosensing

The sections in this article are


Introduction
Fabrication of Gold Nanocomposites
General Aspects
“Grafting-From” Modifications
“Grafting-To” Modifications
Post-Modification


Imaging and Labeling with Gold Nanocomposites
Optical Imaging
Magnetic Resonance Imaging, X-Ray Imaging, and Surface-Enhanced Raman Scattering Imaging
Gold Nanocomposites as Indicators


Colorimetric Sensors
General Aspects
Red-to-Blue Sensors
Crosslinking Aggregation
Non-Crosslinking Aggregation


Blue-to-Red Sensors


Fluorometric Systems with Gold Nanocomposites
Fluorescence Quenching
System A: Disruption of dsDNA Linker
System B: Disruption of Biological Interaction
System C: Cleavage of Linking Aptamer and Peptide


Time-Resolved Fluorometry and Fluorescence Polarization


Electrochemical Applications of Gold Nanoparticles and Their Composites
AuNPs Assembled on Electrode Surfaces for Enhanced Electrode Responses
Conducting Polymer/AuNP Composites on Electrodes
Applications of Conducting Polymer/AuNP Composites on Electrodes
Other Composite Materials for Electrochemical Measurements


Composite Nanoparticles and Their Applications as Labels
Quantification Strategies
Sensitivity Enhancements




Perspective


Keywords:

gold nanoparticle;
polymer-functionalized nanocomposites;
bioimaging;
biosensing;
colorimetric detection;
fluorometric detection;
electrochemical detection
DIGE analysis of proteome changes accompanying large resveratrol production by grapevine (Vitis vinifera cv. Gamay) cell cultures in response to methyl-β-cyclodextrin and methyl jasmonate elicitors

We had previously shown that Vitis vinifera cv. Gamay cell suspension accumulates extracellularly large amounts of the phytoalexin trans-resveratrol (tR) in response to elicitation with methylated cyclodextrins (MBCD), which can be triplicated when the elicitor is combined with methyl jasmonate (MeJA). In parallel, new pathogenesis-related proteins accumulated in the apoplast-like extracellular space. The aim of this study was to investigate changes in the grapevine cell proteome potentially related to tR accumulation in response to the above elicitors. The DIGE technique was used to detect statistically significant changes in the cell's proteome. A total number of 1031 unique spots were detected, 67 of which were de-regulated upon elicitation. Sixty-four spots were successfully identified by nLC-MS/MS database search analysis. The tR biosynthetic pathway enzymes were up-regulated by MBCD alone or combined with MeJA, but not by treatment with MeJA alone, in agreement with tR accumulation pattern. Seven spots contained stilbene synthase encoded by four different isogenes. Likewise, four glutathione-S-transferases, potentially involved in tR trafficking within the cell and across membranes, were up-regulated in the same fashion as stilbene synthases. The relation of other de-regulated proteins with other effects caused by elicitors on grapevine cells, namely defense response and cell growth inhibition, is discussed.
Avidin Functionalized Maghemite Nanoparticles and Their Application for Recombinant Human Biotinyl-SERCA Purification

We report on the surface characterization, functionalization, and application of stable water suspensions of novel surface active maghemite nanoparticles (SAMNs), characterized by a diameter of 11 ± 2 nm and possessing peculiar colloidal properties and surface interactions. These features permitted the acquisition of titration curves and aqueous UV-vis spectra and suggested a role played by surface under-coordinated iron atoms. This new class of nanoparticles was obtained through an easy, inexpensive, one-step, green procedure and functionalized with ligands of high biotechnological interest, such as biotin and avidin, by simple incubation in aqueous solution. Bound avidin was determined by measuring the disappearance of free avidin absorbance at 280 nm, as a function of increasing nanoparticle concentration, showing the presence of 10 ± 3 avidin molecules per nanoparticle. The biological activity of the SAMN@avidin complex was evaluated and the number of available biotin binding sites was determined, using biotinyl-fluorescein as a probe, showing that each bound avidin molecule is able to bind 2.8 ± 0.8 biotin molecules, confirming the maintenance of biological activity and excellent binding capacity of the SAMN@avidin complex. Furthermore a Langmuir isotherm model was used to describe the biomolecule specific monolayer adsorption onto the particle surface, and in the case of avidin, the maximum adsorption capacity was 100 ± 27 μg avidin/mg SAMN, whereas the binding constant is 45.18 μL μg(-1). The SAMN@avidin complex was characterized by UV-vis spectroscopy, quartz crystal microbalance, FTIR spectroscopy, and transmission electron microscopy. Finally, SAMN@avidin was applied for the large scale purification of recombinant biotinylated human sarco/endoplasmic reticulum Ca(2+)-ATPase (hSERCA-2a), expressed by Saccharomyces cerevisiae. The protein was magnetically purified, and about 500 μg of a 70% pure hSERCA-2a were recovered from 4 L of yeast culture, with a purification yield of 64%.
Delayed lanthanide luminescent Tb(III) complexes formed from lower rim amide functionalised calix[4]arenes

The synthesis and the photophysical studies of a new generation of time resolved luminescent systems based on calix[4]arenes alkylated at the lower rim, capable of hosting lanthanide (III) ions such as terbium and sensitising its emission, are described. Two series of ligands were designed to provide an ideal cavity to host terbium (Tb(III)) and were synthesised in high yields following two novel approaches. The tetra-alkylation, which was achieved in one step using with piperidino- and morpholino-acetamide pendant arms, provides eight donor atoms forming a binding ‘pocket’ at an ideal distance from the metal core to favour the sensitisation via the antenna effect. Of the two ligand series developed, compounds 3 and 4 possess a short spacer between the calix and the amide receptor site. The second series of ligands 6–7, designed with longer pendant amide arms, was synthesised from 2 in two steps through the ester analogue 5. The crystal structure of 3 (and 6 as shown in Supporting Information, available o...
Are Short Food Supply Chains an Alternative to Traditional Retailing? A Study of Preferences for Olive Oil in Spain

Due to the continuous growth of the world’s population, it is becoming increasingly important to create sustainable, safe, and efficient food systems, with people looking for alternative food supply chains instead of traditional ones. Short food supply chains (SFSC), which have fewer or no intermediaries between producers and consumers, are considered an alternative to traditional supply chains. The purpose of this research is to study the consumer preferences and identify consumer profiles with similar perceptions and behavior by cluster analysis. A choice experiment carried out to 501 Spanish consumers was used to assess the influence of different attributes on consumers’ purchasing decisions of extra virgin olive oil, as one of the most regularly food supplied through SFSC in Spain. Results reveal that consumers' distribution channel preferences, such as supermarkets, traditional retailers, or SFSC, are similar although there is a negative reaction to products purchased online. Additionally, since there are consumers who are socially and environmentally more aware, who value and are willing to pay more for local and organic food, opens opportunities for the development of SFSCs. Hence, the implementation of policies encouraging the use of eco-environmental labeling can foster the development of SFSC
Extension of the offer of ZPH Bepolplast I Sp. J. o innovative products and services thanks to the implementation of laser ablation technology

The main objective of the project is to increase the level of innovation and competitive position of Bepolplast on the national and European markets, and to be independent of the fluctuations in the current markets. The goal will be achieved through investments in the construction of a warehouse and production hall and the purchase of elements of a process line, i.e. cnc milling machines, cnc electro-drilling machines, texturing machines in laser ablation technology, injection moulding machines with integrated robots and compatible peripheries. These devices will be used to produce and market new products not yet manufactured by the applicant: 1. Texturing 2D and 3D surfaces of structural elements with laser ablation technology. 2. Innovative service production of thermoplastic plastic products with unique surface texture. 3. Innovative products made of polymer-wood composite materials with wood texture imitating wood, e.g. seat adjustment knob made of WPC with wood surface texture The project implements the objectives set out in the ROP PP 2014-2020 and SZOOP, including the specific objectives set for priority axis I, i.e. it will contribute to strengthening and effective use of the economic and social potentials of the region for the sustainable and intelligent development of the region and in particular contributes to reducing the decrease in the share of innovative enterprises in the total number of enterprises in the Podkarpackie region. It will also contribute to the implementation of horizontal principles: equal opportunities and non-discrimination, equal opportunities for women, men of sustainable development The implementation of the project will allow the introduction of new and improved products on the market, the improvement of the level of innovation of the Applicant, and the continuation of research and development. The support will be aimed at strengthening the region’s innovation potential, i.e. the development of smart specialisations of the RIS3 Podkarpackie voivodship.