SIRIS-Lab/unlabelled-sti-corpus huggingface dataset:
Forensic evidence gathering autonomous sensor

Covert evidence gathering has not seen major changes in decades. Law enforcement Agencies (LEAs) are still using conventional, manpower based techniques to gather forensic evidence. Concealed surveillance devices can provide irrefutable evidences, but current video surveillance systems are usually bulky and complicated, are often used as simple video recorders, and require complex, expensive infrastructure to supply power, bandwidth, storage and illumination.  
Recent years have seen significant advances in the surveillance industry, but these were rarely targeted to forensic applications. The imaging community is fixated on cameras for mobile phones, where the figures of merit are resolution, image quality, and low profile. A mobile phone with its camera on would consume its battery in under two hours. Industrial surveillance cameras are even more power hungry, while intelligent algorithms such as face detection often require extremely high processing power, such as backend server farms, and are not available in conventional surveillance systems.  

Here we propose to develop and validate a novel, ultra-low-power, intelligent, miniaturised, low-cost, wireless, autonomous sensor (“FORENSOR”) for evidence gathering. Its ultra-sensitive camera and built-in intelligence will allow it to operate at remote locations, automatically identify pre-defined criminal events, and alert LEAs in real time while providing and storing the relevant video, location and timing evidence. FORENSOR will be able to operate for up to two months with no additional infrastructure. It will be manageable remotely, preserve the availability and the integrity of the collected evidence, and comply with all legal and ethical standards, in particular those related to privacy and personal data protection. The combination of built-in intelligence with ultra-low power consumption could help LEAs take the next step in fighting severe crimes.
Design and Application of Dynamic Multi-Process Model for AWS Data Processing

Because large quantities of automatic weather station(AWS) data are increasing dramatically as well as the weather forecast system and data assimilation system are developing continually,the current processing efficiency of AWS data is unable to meet the requirement of data users.Aimed at efficiency problem of AWS data,a dynamic multi-process data processing model is proposed.In this model,configuration files are used to define handling scope of each process,and a process with parameter is designed to deal with the data of particular region which needs to be got efficiently.The model has been implemented in three cases such as disastrous debris flow at Zhouqu,Gansu Province on 7 August 2010.The result shows that data processing strategy can be adjusted easily in terms of important weather phenomena and data processing timeliness can be guaranteed,increasing data processing efficiency by 80%.
Bringing to market the single quantum photondetector

In the past 5 years Single Quantum has brought superconducting nanowire single photon detectors (SNSPDs) to the scientific market that works on developing quantum communication technology. We observed a strong market pull from physicists all over the world, resulting in a turnover growing from 200,000 Euro in 2013 to a turnover of 1.6 M Euro in 2016. 
Since single photon detectors are the most sensitive light detectors thinkable, they are also very interesting for applications where just a very low level of light need to be detected. The problem is that our SNSPDs/single photon detectors are largely unknown in markets other than the scientific quantum technology market. In addition we don`t know the exact requirements and a good price level, the certifications needed and the best distribution channels. The goal of the feasibility study is to give an answer to these questions and a more detailed insight in the potential markets, a definition of the system specifications required for a product to conquer the market, a technical description of the device for this markets.
Study on stand-alone power supply options for an isolated community

Abstract There are three inhabited islands in Hong Kong beyond the reach of the utility grid. Currently they are powered by diesel generators with fuel supplied by barge. To reduce dependence on diesel and improve power supply quality, the government is planning to explore locally available renewable energy for power generation on the islands. In this study, several power supply options such as renewable energy and diesel power generation were considered for one remotely located community. A techno-economic analysis and a detailed hourly simulation were performed to find an optimal autonomous system configuration. The results were evaluated in terms of power supply quality, life cycle cost, payback time, and greenhouse gas emission. The effects of load variation on system configuration and cost were also examined. The feasibility study demonstrates that the hybrid solar–wind–diesel–battery system could provide the optimal techno-economic performance, and this scenario was discussed with elaborate analysis. The study also shows that the energy dispatch strategy is very important for a system consisting of two dispatchable sources. Compared to a fully renewable energy system, the introduction of a back-up diesel generator in the hybrid energy system can be a more viable option, even though high diesel fuel cost is needed.
Research on Image Quality and Effective dose by Exposure Index Variation

평판 검출기(flat-panel detector)는 필름-스크린 시스템과 비교하여 넓은 범위의 노출지수(dynamic range)를 갖게 된다. 평판 검출기를 대상으로 임상에서 일반적으로 사용하고 있는 Abdomen supine 노출 조건인 81kV에 20mAs를 기준으로 전신형 팬텀 whole body human phantom PBU-50 (Kyoto, kagaku, Japan)을 모의 환자로 화질평가와 피폭선량측면에서 비교 연구하였다. PSNR값이 30dB이상으로 판독 가능한 영상의 kV변화에 따른 DAP값은 약 19.6배 차이를 나타냈다. 또한 kV변화에 따른 유효선량을 ICRP 103을 기준으로 비교한 결과 방사선에 의한 확률적 영향이 증가함을 알 수 있었다. 방사선검사자의 지속적인 교육 및 지도를 통한 우리나라에 맞는 디지털 방사선 Technical chart를 마련하여 양질의 영상과 환자피폭선량에 대한 기준 선량을 마련해야 할 것이다. Comparing with film-screen system, flat-panel detector has extensive dynamic range. Focusing flat-panel detector, whole body human phantom PBU-50 (Kyoto, kagaku, Japan) was used to perform comparative study of the estimate of image quality and exposure dose. the exposure condition was 81kV and 20mAs, which is used for Abdomen supine exam in clinical area. As a result of the kV change of the interpreted medical image which has over 30dB of PSNR value, the value of DAP shows the difference of 19.6 times. Moreover, the result of comparing kV change with effective dose of ICRP 103 shows that stochastic effect was increased by over exposure. Therefore, it is significantly necessary that digital radiation technical chart will be used to obtain high quality image and make the standard of dose by educating radio-technologist continually.
METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ENERGY STORAGE BASED ON DIFFERENCE IN CONCENTRATION

A method for extracting and storing, respectively, energy in the form of concentration gradients wherein a process of extracting energy comprising the steps of feeding stored gaseous working medium into a working volume (2), compressing the working medium in the working volume (2), spraying a dilute solution into the working volume (2) before or during compression, increasing the temperature of the working medium fed in the working volume (2) by compression, evaporating the dilute solution with the working medium of increased temperature, removing heat from the working medium by the evaporating solution, keeping the heat extracted from the working medium in the form of latent heat of the vapor in the working volume (2), further increasing the temperature of the working medium until the partial pressure of the vapor in it approaches the vapor pressure of a solution of higher concentration at a corresponding temperature, spraying a solution of higher concentration of a vapor pressure of up to 60% of the vapor pressure of the dilute solution into the working medium of an expanding and high solvent vapor content, condensing the vapor in the working volume (2) onto solution droplets of the atomized solution and thereby heating the solution droplets, transferring the heat energy of the heated solution droplets to the working medium through contact surfaces of the solution and the working medium, feeding the heat previously conveyed to the dilute solution vapor during the compression back into the working medium plus as much heat as the condensation heat of the warmer vapor to the solution of higher concentration exceeds the heat of evaporation of the dilute solution, using the heat thus fed for performing work by the expansion of the working medium, obtaining the work performed by the working medium, removing the working medium and the solution from the working volume (2) after the gaseous working medium of low relative humidity is getting into a state near to its initial state, separating the working medium and the solution and returning the working medium to a container (7) for working medium and returning the slightly diluted solution of higher concentration to one of a container (11) for solution of higher concentrations and an additional intermediate container (24). The invention also relates to an apparatus for implementing the method. The invention can be used in all fields, where electric or mechanical energy should be stored for later use, but especially for leveling out the production and consumption differences on electrical power grids.
PROCESS AND DEVICE FOR FOLDING BACK THE MEMBRANE OF A PRESSURE FILTER FOR SUSPENSIONS

A pressure filter for suspensions comprises a boiler-shaped outer shell (1) closed by a lid (11) which moves coaxially with the outer shell, a filter element (15) which projects from the lid, and a membrane (5) which can be folded back arranged coaxially between the outer shell and the filter element. The membrane folds back outside the outer shell when the filter is opened and folds back inside the outer shell when the filter is closed. When the filter is closed, a partial vacuum with respect to the ambient pressure is created and the membrane is deformed by external influences, thus preventing the formation of a single crease (21), which would project laterally above the edge of the outer shell (1), until the membrance forms a triple or multiple crease, which does not project laterally above the edge of the outer shell.
Controller design for wheeled mobile robots using a finite frequency domain approach

This paper deals with the robust and parameter-dependent PID controller design problem in finite frequency domain for linear parameter varying systems. To reduce the design conservatism, three finite frequency domain performance criteria with controller design are presented in various frequency ranges. Nonlinear dynamic equations of a Wheeled Mobile Robot are described in the state-space form where the parameters are part of the state (angular velocities of the wheels). With the aid of the newly developed linearization techniques, the design methods are presented in terms of solutions to a set of linear matrix inequalities. Experimental results are presented by a comparative study with computed torque plus PD controller. The simulation results validate the validity of the controller.
Flagellin aerosol therapy as an immunomodulatory adjunct to the antibiotic treatment of drug-resistant bacterial pneumonia

Bacterial pneumonia is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Antibiotics constitute the standard of care but are faced with the emergence of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and the curative failure. The FAIR consortium aims at assessing an adjunct to antibiotic therapy as an emerging concept of overcome AMR in pneumonia. The project leverages (i) a unique immunomodulatory flagellin that enhances airway epithelial innate immune defences and increases the therapeutic outcome relative to antibiotic alone, and (ii) airway-specific aerosol delivery by nebulization.

FAIR’s objectives are to:
• develop nebulization modalities for optimal airway targeting and rapid action at the infection site
• demonstrate that nebulized flagellin strengthens the response to antibiotics in relevant preclinical models of antibiotic-resistant pneumonia
• identify host immune factors required for the gain of protection with systems biology
• implement pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics model-based design and simulation for clinical validation
• assess nebulized flagellin’s safety in a Phase I clinical trial.
• analyze the acceptability and economic relevance of the therapy
• identify stratification markers that predict the course of pneumonia and treatment in antibiotic-treated cohorts.

Expected outcomes include the enrichment of the pipeline of novel treatments against pneumonia, reinforcement of EU capacity to control AMR and infections, the Phase I safety report on nebulized flagellin, recommendations for future trials, and acceptability by the stakeholders and cost-effectiveness for public health. FAIR will develop new avenues of research on mechanisms of action of the adjunct flagellin, and will define (for future trials) the subpopulation of patients that might benefit most from this treatment. Our industrial partnerships and exploitation plan will enable straightforward development of drug and nebuliser device, and bring innovation to the patients.
Monumental art of the christian and early islamic east: cultural identities and classical heritage

This project will analyse the monumental art (large decorative programmes on buildings) of two areas of the former eastern Roman Empire which came under Islamic rule but which have never been the subject of an integrated comprehensive study: Egypt and Syro-Palestine (modern Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, and Israel/Palestine). It aims to determine systematically how the strength and nature of the local ‘classical’ (Greco-Roman) traditions and expressions of identities influenced monumental art in these regions during Late Antiquity (AD 250–750), the period of transition from paganism to Christianity and, in turn, to Islam. By defining and distinguishing between the different strands of classical influence, both local and external (from the centres of Rome, Constantinople, and Alexandria), and investigating the roles of local artists and artisans as creators rather than imitators, this project will transform our understanding of the artistic culture of the late antique Middle East.

To achieve these objectives, this 5-year project, with a team of 4 post-docs, will apply an interdisciplinary methodology, using archaeology, architecture, art history, and textual analysis to examine evidence in a range of media (floor and wall mosaics, paintings, relief sculptures). The results will be presented in a synthetic analytical volume written by the PI and two books on late antique and early Islamic mosaics by the post-docs, with material placed on the Manar al-Athar open-access website.

Monumental art is the most visible surviving artistic heritage in the Middle East, on major buildings such as the Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem, the Great Mosque in Damascus, ‘desert castles’, and church mosaic floors. This art is increasingly endangered, so it is essential to undertake this project now to show the importance of this art, the roles of ancestors of peoples of the Middle East in its creation, and the shared classical heritage of the Middle East and the West.
China's Search for Security

AbbreviationsIntroductionPart I. Interest and Identity in Chinese Foreign Policy1. What Drives Chinese Foreign Policy?2. Who Runs Chinese Foreign Policy?Part II. Security Challenges and Strategies3. Life on the Hinge: China's Russia Policy During the Cold War and After4. Deciphering the U.S. Threat5. The Northeast Asia Regional System: Japan and the Two Koreas6. China's Other Neighbors: The Asia-Pacific7. China in the Fourth RingPart III. Holding Together: Territorial Integrity and Foreign Policy8. Problems of Stateness: Tibet, Xinjiang, Hong Kong, and Taiwan9. Taiwan's Democratic Transition and China's ResponsePart IV. Instruments of Power10. Dilemmas of Opening: Power and Vulnerability in the Global Economy11. Military Modernization: From People's War to Power Projection12. Soft Power and Human Rights in Chinese Foreign PolicyPart V. Conclusion13. Threat or Equilibrium?NotesAcknowledgmentsIndex
A case of primary aldosteronism with secondary hyperparathyroidism and bilateral adrenal tumors

Summary A 43-year-old Japanese woman was admitted to our hospital with weakness. Laboratory findings showed hypokalemia, hypocalcemia and elevation of the serum creatinine phosphokinase levels, but intact parathyroid hormone levels. Further evaluations suggested that she had primary aldosteronism (PA), secondary hyperparathyroidism and bilateral adrenal tumors. She was treated successfully by laparoscopic right adrenalectomy. This case not only serves to the diagnosis of bilateral adrenal tumors in which selective adrenal venous sampling (SAVS) proved to be useful, but also for physicians to be aware of secondary hyperparathyroidism and the risk of secondary osteoporosis caused by PA. Learning points The classic presenting signs of PA are hypertension and hypokalemia. Hypokalemia can induce rhabdomyolysis. PA causes secondary hyperparathyroidism. Patients with PA have the risk of osteoporosis with secondary hyperparathyroidism. SAVS is useful in bilateral adrenal tumors.
Ram is a revolutionary magneto-optical technology platform, outperforming current solutions in accuracy, cost, and time to diagnosis, when assessing human blood cells for malaria presence

Malaria as a disease has long-since continued to drain the finances, and resources of European entities, and everyone else involved, when trying to contain its negative effects. Most pressing of all, are the millions of innocents lives lost to the disease, with numbers continuing to climb every minute. The Rapid Assessment Malaria (RAM) serves to be the first malaria screening tool, that is able to quantify even the slightest presence of malaria parasites in an individual's blood cells, regardless of symptoms, all within the space of 60 seconds. The device exceeds all competitor offerings on the 6 key metrics defined by the World Health Organization as being pivotal to being a malaria detecting tool; with the top of the list being sensitivity to density of infection. 
The objective is to optimize the beta prototype in its magnetic and lighting technical functionalities, in order to obtain the most accurate number of malaria parasites when assessing blood cells.
This will be achieved through continual engineering of current electronics, in conjunction with third-party optical experts, to fine-tune the current prototype in order to be conclusively showcased in clinical trials. Progress with the WHO and major private entities such as Bosch healthcare have already been established ensuring a ready-made sales channel upon European commercialization. The proposed work in Phase 1 of the SME instrument fits into the overall plan to reach market by contributing the financial resources needed to plan a fast sound wider deployment of the RAM solution and its market uptake, specifically in its current dealings with large healthcare organisations as both distributors and end-users of the product.
Structural and transport properties of quaternary glass system: LiF–Li2O–SrO–Bi2O3

Abstract Bismuth based glasses containing LiF, Li2O and SrO were investigated by different physical, spectroscopic and transport techniques. The results show that density of the glass system increases whereas glass transition temperature decreases with increase in LiF content. The decrease in glass transition temperature is attributed to the entry of the fluoride ions into the glass network mainly substitutionally in place of oxygen ion. The increase in dc electrical conductivity in the present glasses with increase in the fluorine ions is due to the mixed contribution of the positively charged lithium cations throughout the glass network and the negatively charged fluorine, which may act as impurity and/or as terminal non-bridging halide ion. Infrared and Raman spectroscopic results indicate that the glass network consists of BiO6 octahedral and BiO3 pyramidal units.
Faster magic-angle spinning leads to a resolution revolution in biological solid-state nmr

Solid-state NMR has recently made a significant impact on structural biology by providing atomic-resolution structures of several, previously uncharacterized proteins. A particularly relevant example is the Amyloid-beta (Aβ) peptide linked to Alzheimer’s disease where we determined the atomic-resolution structure of Aβ(1-42) and of the Osaka mutant of Aβ(1-40).
A spectral resolution revolution is now in reach that will enable solid-state NMR to address new frontiers in structural biology. The applications mentioned above are based on 13C-detected spectroscopy. Proton-detected experiments, although clearly more sensitive thanks to the high gyromagnetic ratio of 1H, have found few applications so far, due to the poor resolution of 1H spectra caused by the 1H-1H dipolar interaction. The proton resolution can be enhanced by employing faster rotation of the sample, i.e. higher MAS (magic-angle spinning) frequencies. Presently accessible MAS frequencies are already faster than the ones of any other man-made object. A significant improvement is still attainable in our view. Increasing the MAS frequency to 200-250 kHz will improve the spectral quality to favorably compare with solution NMR for larger proteins, including fully protonated systems. In addition, the amount of sample required is reduced by almost two orders of magnitude, to approx. 100 μg, compared to the about 10 mg needed in 13C-detected experiments. This removes an important bottleneck in sample-preparation. The resolution and sensitivity gain will allow the structural characterization of e.g. disease-relevant amyloids or membrane proteins with higher precision. Moreover, this approach will enable the investigation of complex systems, which presently elude structural characterization. The resolution revolution brought about by fast spinning shall thus represent a breakthrough since it will open new horizons for solving urgent biological and medical questions.
Book review "Moving Innovation: A History of Computer Animation by Tom Sito , The MIT Press: Cambridge, MA, 2013"

As a Lecturer of Animation History and 3D Computer Animator, I received a copy of Moving Innovation: A History of Computer Animation by Tom Sito with an element of anticipation in the hope that this text would clarify the complex evolution of Computer Graphics (CG). Tom Sito did not disappoint, as this text weaves together the multiple development streams and convergent technologies and techniques throughout history that would ultimately result in modern CG. Universities now have students who have never known a world without computer animation and many students are younger than the first 3D CG animated feature film, Toy Story (1996); this text is ideal for teaching computer animation history and, as I would argue, it also provides a model for engaging young students in the study of animation history in general. This is because Sito places the development of computer animation within the context of its pre-digital ancestry and throughout the text he continues to link the discussion to the broader history of animation, its pioneers, technologies and techniques...