SIRIS-Lab/unlabelled-sti-corpus huggingface dataset:
Population dynamics of the harvested clam <i>Anomalocardia brasiliana</i> (Bivalvia: Veneridae) in Cidade Beach, south-east Brazil

Knowledge of the population dynamics and productivity of exploited species is essential to achieve the sustainable development of fisheries, and to ensure sustainable, long-term use of these resources. The venerid clam Anomalocardia brasiliana is harvested as a fishery resource from the French West Indies to Brazil. Yet, the exploitation of this species is not backed by management or regulations based on scientific knowledge. This can result in reduced (or even depleted) A. brasiliana density and biomass. Here, we examined the population dynamics of A. brasiliana over the course of 1 year at Cidade Beach, a sheltered sandy beach located in south-eastern Brazil. Sampling was done monthly from March 2007 to February 2008. The sampled population was predominantly juvenile. Growth and recruitment were continuous, indicating no major fluctuation in limiting factors, such as temperature, salinity and food. Nevertheless, the abundance and the turnover rate (P/B ratio) of A. brasiliana at Cidade were much smaller than the values observed in other areas of occurrence. The mortality was more intense in young individuals, and the peak of individual production occurred in individuals with a 25 mm shell length, suggesting that individuals smaller than this size should not be exploited.
TRANSGLUTAMINASE TREATED PRODUCTS

The present application relates to use of transglutaminases to treat various products, including medical devices such as tissue grafts, tissue matrices or other tissue-derived materials, and synthetics. The transglutaminases can be applied to the medical devices to provide advantages such as adhesion resistance or abrasion resistance.
Object display order changing program and apparatus

An icon line is displayed on a screen so as to align icons laterally. When a user slides a stick laterally based on an originating point corresponding to a point on an icon of the icon line, it is possible to scroll the icon line laterally in accordance with the stick being moved, and when a user slides a stick vertically based on an originating point corresponding to a point on an icon of the icon line, it is possible to move only the icon of the icon line in accordance with the stick being moved. Therefore, a user is allowed to easily change the display order in which a plurality of objects are displayed on the screen.
Kreative Aktionen zum Tailoring Smes’ COmpetitive DEvelopment

Der europäische Handwerkssektor ist ein reicher und komplexer Wandteppich, der Tradition, Erbe, Kultur, Fähigkeiten und Design verbindet. Handwerk umfasst eine breite Palette von Disziplinen als Spiegel der Vielfalt der europäischen kulturellen Identität. In wirtschaftlicher Hinsicht zeichnet sich die Handwerksindustrie durch kleine unternehmerische Unternehmen aus, die eine tragfähige, nachhaltige Unternehmensentwicklung und Beschäftigungsquelle bieten. Handwerk kann besser als ein einzigartiges Bündel von Kenntnissen, Fähigkeiten und Fähigkeiten verstanden werden, die sich auf einen Prozess der reflektierenden Auseinandersetzung mit der materiellen und digitalen Welt konzentrieren.Die Projektidee basiert auf den Bemühungen der Partner zur Umsetzung von Strategien und Projekten, die die Wettbewerbsfähigkeit und die Fähigkeiten von KMU im Handwerk unterstützen, um sie zu erneuern und das Risiko des Verschwindens vieler traditioneller Handwerke und der Herstellung zu mindern. Handwerk ist ein eigenartiger produktiver Sektor, der eng mit der Tradition und Übertragung von „Wissen“ verbunden ist, und spielt eine Schlüsselrolle als Innovator in der europäischen Wirtschaft und sozialer Stabilität, auch wenn die meisten KMU keine F & E-Tätigkeiten wie traditionell definiert durchführen. Ihre Wettbewerbsfähigkeit hängt von ihrer Fähigkeit ab, Prozesse, Produkte und Dienstleistungen zu verbessern. Im Rahmen von CRAFTS CODE haben die Partner beschlossen, die Schlüsselfragen, die das Wissen über die Entwicklung von Innovationen fördern, die an Prozesse und Produkte für Kleinstunternehmen und KMU im Handwerk angepasst sind, angemessen anzugehen. Die neuen technologischen Paradigmen machen es notwendig, immer präsenter zu sein und neue und wirksamere Strategien zwischen traditionellen Entwicklungsmodellen und neuen Grenzen zu forcieren, um Marktchancen zu ermöglichen, die ein effizienteres System von Synergien zwischen den beteiligten Akteuren erfordern. Das Gesamtziel besteht darin, die Wettbewerbsfähigkeit der KMU im Handwerk durch die Entwicklung eines Rahmens zur Förderung des politischen Lernens und des Kapazitätsaufbaus zu verbessern und die Umsetzung regionaler Entwicklungspolitiken und -programme zu verbessern.
Process for preparing 1-substituted-6-n-propyl-8-methylimidazo(1,5-d)-as-triazin-4(3H)-ones.

This disclosure describes novel processes for the preparation of 2-(n-propyl)-4-methyl-5-(lower alkanoyl) imidazoles which are useful as intermediates for the preparation of anti-asthmatic agents.
NOUVEAUX PRODUITS AVEC ACTION BIOSTIMULANTE

FOMET, LEADER DANS LA PRODUCTION D’ENGRAIS ORGANIQUES ET D’ORGANES MINÉRAUX POUR L’AGRICULTURE BIOLOGIQUE, AFIN DE FOURNIR DES SERVICES À UNE AGRICULTURE DE PLUS EN PLUS SPÉCIALISÉE, S’ENGAGE SUR LA VOIE DE LA RÉALISATION DE PRODUITS SPÉCIFIQUES AUX REVENDICATIONS, C’EST-À-DIRE DES PRODUITS QUI SONT NON SEULEMENT UTILES POUR LA FERTILISATION, COMPRIS COMME LA CONTRIBUTION DE SIMPLES NUTRIMENTS, MAIS DES PRODUITS QUI ONT DES ACTIONS SPÉCIFIQUES SUR LES PLANTES, TELS QUE LES EFFETS SUR LA FLORAISON, LA COLORATION, L’ENRACINEMENT, ETC. CE TYPE DE NOUVEAUX MOYENS TECHNIQUES POUR L’AGRICULTURE APPARTIENT À UNE NOUVELLE CATÉGORIE DE PRODUITS APPELÉS BIOSTIMULANTS, QUI SE DÉVELOPPE DE PLUS EN PLUS SUR LE MARCHÉ NATIONAL ET INTERNATIONAL.   AFIN D’INTERCEPTER CES BESOINS AGRONOMIQUES ET COMMERCIAUX, FOMET PRODUIT DES PRODUITS BIOSTIMULANTS CAPABLES D’ACTIVER LE MÉTABOLISME DES PLANTES, TANT EN CE QUI CONCERNE LA QUANTITÉ DE PRODUCTION QUE LE PROFIL DES MOLÉCULES BIOACTIVES DANS ET
Establishment of a platform and a Tunisian-Italian network for surveillance of emerging diseases transmitted by ticks and Culicidae (mosquitoes)

The project aims to strengthen and improve the control of diseases transmitted by zoonotic vectors (MTVZ) emerging due to bacteria transmitted by ticks or fleas, and viruses transmitted by mosquitoes. This monitoring system requires the creation of a cross-border network for the epidemiological surveillance, which, thanks to a database, will monitor the evolution of this type of MTVZ and will allow to activate health alarms fast. The development of a biotechnology platform will also provide early diagnosis of suspected cases in animals and humans.
Relationship between Thinking Styles and Ability to Pay Attention of Malaysian Male and Female Student Teachers

Abstract Previous studies have produced inconsistent evidences on the relationship between creative thinking, critical thinking and the ability to pay attention on learning stimuli of male and female students. Hence this study was conducted to identify the relationship between thinking styles and the ability to pay attention; thinking styles and gender; and the ability to pay attention and gender of Malaysian student teachers. Two instruments, the YCREATIVE-CRITICALS test and the Attention Ability Test, were utilized to collect data from a group of student teachers (n=144). Results indicate that critical thinking style was positively correlated with the ability to pay attention while creative thinking was negatively correlated with it. The male subjects were more creative but less able to pay attention to learning stimuli than their female counterparts. The findings implied that attempts should be made to move away from the current rote learning approach used in educational institutions towards interactive teaching methods to accommodate the more creative but less attentive males.
Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH)

Anti-mullerian hormone (AMH) is a glycoprotein produced by granulosa cells of healthy, growing ovarian follicles in females and its receptors are expressed in oocytes, granulosa, and theca cells. AMH known functions are (1) inhibition of primordial follicular growth from the ovarian reserve, avoiding its premature exhaustion and (2) modulation of follicular development. AMH circulating concentrations are relatively constant during the menstrual/estrous cycle and are repeatable across multiple cycles in women and cattle, thus AMH concentrations can be reliably measured with a single blood sample. Because AMH correlates with the size of the ovarian reserve, it may be used to predict fertility, reproductive longevity and response to ART.
THERMAL BATTERY FOR POWER SYSTEMS

An improved emergency power system is disclosed for providing electrical power to a load such as a blowout preventer of a petroleum drilling apparatus. The improved emergency power system comprises a thermal battery having an anode and a cathode with a separator containing an electrolyte disposed therebetween. An internal heat layer is located in proximity to the separator containing the electrolyte. A squib is provided for activating the internal heat layer. The thermal battery remains dormant until the squib is energized to ignite the squib enabling the heat layer to render the electrolyte molten thereby activating battery to provide electrical power to the load. The squib may be energized remotely, mechanically or electrically.
Compatibility of transformer construction materials with natural ester-based insulating fluids

The main objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of transformer construction materials, such as kraft insulation paper, varnish, core steel and gasket materials (rubber), on the physicochemical properties of natural ester-based insulating oils (NEIs) and mineral insulating oil (MIO) under heating. We evaluated two NEIs, one formulated with soya oil (Envirotemp FR3) and other with corn oil (Biovolt A). The test specimens were placed in a 1-L jar with 800 mL of insulating oil and then the jar was placed in an oven at 100 °C for 716 h. The insulating fluids were analyzed before and after the heating tests by physicochemical analyses, such as kinematic viscosity, acid number (or neutralization number), dissipation factor and interfacial tension for MIO. Properties of the aged reference and the test specimen oils for a standard testing method for compatibility of construction materials with NEIs are proposed. The only parameter that showed variation after the NEI compatibility testing with different materials was the dissipation factor at 90 °C. The results show that besides compatibility and aging tests, mechanical tests for the gasket or seal materials should also be performed to conclude whether a material is suitable for construction of transformers insulated with NEIs.
Breaking down the wall between human health and environmental testing of endocrine disrupters: endocrine guideline optimisation

ERGO presents a new approach that will support a paradigm shift in the regulatory use of standardized test guidelines (TGs) by breaking the existing wall between mammalian and non-mammalian vertebrate testing and assessment of endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs). The highly conserved thyroid system will be used as the “proof of concept”, but also other conserved endocrine axes/systems such as the Retinoid X Receptor (RXR) and the Hypothalamus Pituitary Gonadal (HPG) axis can be adapted to the cross-vertebrate class approach. ERGO will investigate a battery of draft in vitro assays and evaluate thyroid-responsive biomarkers and endpoints (B/E) suitable for extrapolation of effects from fish and amphibian tests to humans and other mammals (and vice versa) and finally validate successful B/E for inclusion in existing in vivo or new in vitro OECD TGs. A cross-class adverse outcome pathway (AOP) network will provide the scientifically plausible and evidence-based foundation for the selection of B/E in lower vertebrate assays predictive of human health outcomes. In silico modeling and biotransformation data will support cross-vertebrate class effect extrapolation. Major outcomes of ERGO will be: 1) New thyroid-related B/E for inclusion in OECD TGs for improved identification of TDC. 2) An Integrated Approach to Testing and Assessment (IATA) of chemicals for TD based on a multi-class vertebrate AOP network connecting endocrine mechanisms in one vertebrate class to adverse outcomes in another class for safer regulation of EDCs. 3) A tool for TG end users, such as regulators and industry, to extrapolate thyroid effects between vertebrate classes. Implementation of the ERGO IATA strategy in regulations of EDC will make hazard and risk assessment faster, cheaper, simpler and safer and support industry in the development of EDC-free products beneficial for environmental and human safety.
Study on human resource management in Korea'schaebolenterprise: a case study of Samsung Electronics

Korean chaebol firms have taken advantage of the owner–management system and to date are still enjoying its strength. I discuss the characteristics of human resources management (HRM) systems in the context of Samsung Electronics, Korea's largest chaebol following the Asian crisis of 1997, explaining why the SEC HRM system should be changed and what recent changes have been made, as perceived by both respondents and HR manager interviewees. The study of SEC HRM practices can provide real value to Western companies because it incorporates firm-specific advantages such as network strength, emperor-like power over group-wide management, and an agile decision-making process.
Classicismo nos Hospitais da Misericórdia e da Beneficência na segunda metade do século XIX: trânsito entre Brasil e Portugal

O estudo das instituições de saúde na cidade de Belém no século XIX, decorrentes da pesquisa “Memória e cidade: itinerários da saúde na Belém colonial e imperial” trouxeram à tona o intercâmbio estético da Arquitetura entre Brasil e Portugal. No período imperial, em especial na segunda metade do século XIX, há intenso fluxo de pessoas e ideias entre a ex-colônia e a metrópole. Deste modo, as influências recíprocas se fazem presentes, tendo como evidência o campo da arquitetura dos edifícios de saúde. A presente investigação busca contribuir para aprofundar o estudo das relações luso-brasileiras no âmbito da arquitetura, enveredando por recorte específico da arquitetura civil, que envolve as construções erigidas pelas Beneficências e Misericórdias no Brasil e em Portugal. O recorte eleito sugere desvendar as influências estéticas na Arquitetura que inaugura a Belle Époque paraense, de cunho classicista, bem como seus autores, assunto ainda não explorado pela historiografia local.
Modest Improvement of Reperfusion Times Across Multiple ST-Segment–Elevation Myocardial Infarction Networks With Rapid Care Process Implementation but no Effect on Mortality

In patients with ST-segment–elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) delay between symptom onset and reperfusion has been associated with poor outcomes.1,2 In particular, in adjusted analyses, for every 30-minute delay, there is a 7.5% increase in mortality.1 However, the National Registry of Myocardial Infarction demonstrated discordance between symptom onset and balloon time, which did not correlate with mortality, in contrast with the strong relationship between door-to-balloon time and mortality (especially with <2-hour delays).3 The authors suggested that door-to-balloon times may be surrogates for quality of care and that the time between symptom onset and the start of therapy is the major determinant of the duration of ischemia and extent of salvage. Another explanation was that door-to-balloon times are dependent on the severity of illness, and sicker patients may have longer door-to-balloon times because of the need for additional procedures.

See Article by Fordyce et al 

In this issue of Circulation: Cardiovascular Interventions , Fordyce et al4 describe the effects of the American Heart Association Mission: Lifeline STEMI Systems Accelerator program5 on improving system performance in 16 metropolitan areas over 2 years involving 23 498 patients with the uptake of 4 key processes shown to be associated with shorter reperfusion times.6 The key processes were prehospital cardiac catheterization laboratory activation, single call transfer protocol from an outside facility, emergency department bypass for emergency medical services for direct presenters, and transfers. Implementation was documented by surveys at the beginning and at the end of the program.

On average, the program increased implementation by 22%. All median times improved significantly ( P <0.001; Figure). The time from first medical contact (FMC)-to-device with implementation of prehospital activation of the catheterization laboratory improved by 10 minutes (88 versus 98 minutes). Institution of single call transfer protocols from an outside facility was …
Energy management using the business model approach

This paper presents the results of the work on Business Models (BM) for the e-balance project that aims to create an application for balancing local production and consumption of energy in an intelligent and cost-effective environment. The consumer's needs were investigated and consumers' profiles were defined. These profiles were determined by conducting social research in three countries on the requirements for the e-balance application. The test results provide a good basis for the first Business Model description for the proposed services, well fitted in with customers' needs using the BM approach. In this paper the business model verification method for the e-balance project is shortly presented, and the first stage of the BM consideration and results are described.
Fumonisin B1 modulates expression of human cytochrome P450 1b1 in human hepatoma (Hepg2) cells by repressing Mir-27b

Fumonisin B₁ (FB₁), a common mycotoxin contaminant of maize, is known to inhibit sphingolipid biosynthesis and has been implicated in hepatocellular carcinoma promoting activity in humans and animals. MicroRNAs (miRNA) are small noncoding RNAs that regulate gene expression via translational repression. Human cytochrome P450 (CYP1B1) is highly expressed in oestrogen target tissues and catalyzes the metabolic activation of many procarcinogens. The aim of our study was to investigate the effect of FB₁ on miR-27b suppression and its effect on CYP1B1 modulation in a human hepatoma cell line (HepG2). MiR27b and CYP1B1 expressions were evaluated in HepG2 cells by quantitative PCR. In order to directly assess the effect of miR-27b on CYP1B1 mRNA levels, cells were transfected with the mimic to miR-27b. CYP1B1 protein expression was measured using Western blot. FB₁ significantly down-regulated (11-fold) expression of miR-27b in HepG2 cells; whilst CYP1B1 mRNA and protein expression was significantly upregulated by 1.8-fold and 2.6-fold, respectively. CYP1B1 is post-transcriptionally regulated by miR-27b after HepG2 exposure to FB₁. FB₁-induced modulation of miR-27b in hepatic cells may be an additional mode of hepatic neoplastic transformation.
Patellar Tendinopathy: Clinical Diagnosis, Load Management, and Advice for Challenging Case Presentations

Synopsis The hallmark features of patellar tendinopathy are (1) pain localized to the inferior pole of the patella and (2) load-related pain that increases with the demand on the knee extensors, notably in activities that store and release energy in the patellar tendon. While imaging may assist in differential diagnosis, the diagnosis of patellar tendinopathy remains clinical, as asymptomatic tendon pathology may exist in people who have pain from other anterior knee sources. A thorough examination is required to diagnose patellar tendinopathy and contributing factors. Management of patellar tendinopathy should focus on progressively developing load tolerance of the tendon, the musculoskeletal unit, and the kinetic chain, as well as addressing key biomechanical and other risk factors. Rehabilitation can be slow and sometimes frustrating. This review aims to assist clinicians with key concepts related to examination, diagnosis, and management of patellar tendinopathy. Difficult clinical presentations (eg, highly irritable tendon, systemic comorbidities) as well as common pitfalls, such as unrealistic rehabilitation time frames and overreliance on passive treatments, are also discussed. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2015;45(11):887-898. Epub 21 Sep 2015. doi:10.2519/jospt.2015.5987.
Validity and Reliability of "Parental Attitudes of Various Aspects of Cochlear Implantation" Questionnaire.

Parents are such important members of the cochlear-implant team that analysis of their views is essential in order to improve services and outcomes. The authors developed a tool to assess parental attitudes towards various aspects of cochlear implantation in children who had passed aural rehabilitation sessions. The authors then went on to determine the validity and reliability of this questionnaire.A questionnaire entitled, "Parental attitudes towards various aspects of cochlear implantation", was prepared and assessed for content validity by experts in the field. The questionnaire comprised six subgroups, each scored using a five-point Likert scale. Parents of children with severe-to-profound congenital hearing loss who had undergone an aural rehabilitation program between 2007 and 2012 were eligible to take part in the questionnaire validation study (n=92, mean age of cochlear implantation 3.97 years). Test-retest reliability was subsequently assessed in 17 patients within 1 month.The content validity index of the questionnaire was 98.68%.The external and internal reliability of the questionnaire was assessed using Cronbach's alpha (0.844 and 0.892, respectively). Mean scores of the six subgroups of the questionnaire, including communication skills, academic skills, social skills, cochlear-implant center services, costs of surgery and rehabilitation programs and decision-making process and total were 84.6%, 75.0%, 84.0%, 78.8%, 83.4%, 67.0% and 79.2%, respectively.Overall, the results supported the validity, reliability and sensitivity of the questionnaire for use both in centers for cochlear implantation or aural rehabilitation clinics. The questionnaire would provide a valuable means of assessing the impact of cochlear implantation on children's lives.