ShantanuT01/DACTYL-Pretraining huggingface dataset:
Gas station Deals with the provision of natural gas transportation fuels. Provides compressed natural gas (CNG) for refuse trucks, buses, shuttles, taxis, and heavy-duty trucks; liquefied natural gas (LNG) for long-haul trucks, rail, marine, and off-road vehicles; and redeem, renewable natural gas (RNG). Clean Energy Fuels Corporation represents the industry. Production of marijuana-based and other legal light-drugs-based medicals The recent legalization of marijuana in two states provides a broad opportunity for new type-medicine industry development. GW Pharmaceuticals already works in this sphere, producing Sativex drug that is applied in the treatment of muscle spasms. The drug is already launched in fifteen countries and approved in twelve more (“GM Pharmaceuticals” par. 2). Patent risk management solutions The industry deals with issues concerning patent litigation by acquiring patents for clients’ protection. It also deals with all spheres of selling and buying patents on a legal basis and regulation all the questions dealing with the law. RPX Corporation represents the industry. Collectible items evaluation The industry deals with unique items of popular culture. With their evaluation, a developing system of grading and its official application, providing official documents and conclusions. It can specialize in various aspects of popular culture. Collectors Universe, for instance, deals with sports collectibles like coins, cards, autographs (“Collectors Universe” par. 1). Wreck Exploration The industry deals with the analysis of historical archives, locating the places of shipwrecks, also analyzing the possibility of revealing valuable artifacts onboard the drowned ship. It provides guided diving services within the shipwreck location. The industry is presented by Odyssey Marine Exploration Inc (“Odyssey Marine Exploration” par. 2). Non-traditional Museum Exhibitions The industry deals with exhibiting items and collections of unusual, scandalous nature. Premier Exhibitions Inc. can be taken as an example, as it provides access to the collection of plasticized human bodies, representing different aspects of human anatomy at full-size, as well as access to the collection of the artifacts retrieved from HMS Titanic. Unusual Exhibition Items Manufacturing An industry closely connected with the above list position. Manufacturing of unusual, valuable, scandal items applying innovative technology is a good approach to draw attention to the exhibition. Gunther von Hagens’s plasticization (“Body Worlds”, par. 1) can be referred to as an example. Luxury drinks production The industry deals with the production of expensive, unique drinks that require specific condit
About Mark Zuckerberg Mark Zuckerberg was born on May 14, 1984 in White Plains, New York. The son of Karen, a psychiatrist, and Edward Zuckerberg, a dentist, Zuckerberg co-founded the social networking website, Facebook, out of his college dorm room following his successes with two earlier projects, one of which was called CourseMatch that helped students choose their classes based on the course selections of other users, and the other, Facemash, which compared the pictures of two students on campus and allowed users to vote on which one was more attractive (Biography.com, n.d.). As an entrepreneur and CEO of Facebook, Zuckerberg has brought with him the passion and personality he cultivated at an early age when he first developed an interest in computers. According to those who knew him at the time, he used to write programs simply out of fun (Haaretz, 2009). How Facebook Started Facebook was born out of the desire to create an open global information flow that was not under the control of any business conglomerate (Lion’s Eye, 2007). Typically, it involved a social network platform that would give the promise of maintaining social interactions among users based on the culture of real identity on the service (StartupSchool12, 2012). To achieve this objective from the outset, the Zuckerberg led team leveraged on school email addresses provided by users as the basis for identifying the source of identity. This early real identity culture was informed by the fact that Facebook was originally a college specific social interaction engine even though it would later grow to include communities outside the college environment. Ideally, Facebook began as a college project whose main objective was to connect Harvard students with each other, inspired by Zuckerberg’s previous feats such as the music software Pandora which he developed and named Synapse while at Exeter preparatory and both CourseMatch and FaceMash, mentioned earlier, that he created while in his sophomore year at Harvard (Biography.com, n.d.). However, one thing that stood out from all of this was the fact that Facebook founders did not initially think of it as a business venture because they saw it simply as a pastime-something which Zuckerberg attributed to the overall mission of making information sharing accessible to all( StartupSchool12,2012). Facebook, like its predecessors in Zuckerberg’s programming product portfolio were all driven by “a desire to make it f
Executive summary Emotion and personality play a role in our everyday life especially in places of work. This analysis focuses on the effects of emotions and personality on ones behaviour and how they impact in a working environment. This report also includes the use of proper diagnostic tools of both emotional and personality competencies and evaluation of actual behaviours. In addition, the assessment also involves identifying certain strategies that can be adopted to improve effectiveness at work. Personal attributes and emotional competence and how they improve performance at work were also assessed. Findings showed that positive affectivity and emotional recognition also have an effect on people’s behaviour at work. From the assessment, there is valid evidence on how emotion and personality contribute to effectiveness at workplace. Introduction Quite a number of studies have tabled both negative and positive gains of individu
Introduction This project involved calculation of the annual average data of gas prices in US cities. The data was for years 1982 to 2011. The scatter diagram shows the exact movement of the prices since 1982. Although the prices have fluctuation both upwards and downwards, the clear pattern is that these prices have been on upward trend overtime. Although the most recent prices are yet to reach the historic high that was recorded in 2008, there is a clear indication that the prices will never drop to the low range of 1990’s. The linear regression analysis shows that the prices are on a positive trend, and they will continue to increase in the next 10 years. Since 1989, the prices of the gas have been increasing steadily. This could perhaps have resulted from tight demand and supply balance, which exposes gas market to tremendous price swings when unforeseen adjustments takes place in the market – these includes supply constraints resulting from natural disasters and spike in demand that results from weather changes. This report focuses the effects of higher gas prices on our distribution company in the next 10 years. The gas industry is operating under a challenging and a dynamic global marketplace characterized by persistent price surges. Over the recent years, oil price fluctuation has become the order of the day. In spite of this, our delivery company has a challenging task of ensuring it focus on the medium to long-term conditions, if it is to make credible decisions and achieve its growth targets. Investing in people, technology and R&D are critical to ensuring a lasting competitive edge (Dybvig & Stephen, 1985). When the prices of natural gas increase, all the end-use consuming sectors are affected significantly. Although the observed trend may be a suitable market reaction to the existing supply and demand, the adjustments to higher prices impacts on both suppliers and consumers of gas. Higher gas prices renders distributors to higher risks. This problem is made even worse by defaults of payments and reduced markets as a result of higher consumption efficiencies and conservation that results from economic or political factors. The reduction in market volumes will force the distributors to adopt cost recovery strategies. Consequently, the financial returns as a result of the potential impact of the market developments will be substantial. Supposing the increased prices of gas will reduce the consumption by the customers, this will cause a lot of problems since the distributors have de
Introduction There are various interpretations or misconceptions, should I say, to the parts of the Bible that refer to the tribulation, rapture, or the end of the world. Which is really the “end portion” of history, the tribulation or after the tribulation? These things have to be clarified in the context of Biblical interpretation and other interpretations by Bible scholars so as to be able to get a proper view of the Christian beliefs that have influenced many of us. First, what is the tribulation? And what is the end of the world? Are the “signs of wars” or rumors of war the end of the world? It is the purpose of this paper to give some views and ideas on the exposition of Matthew 24 and 25 in the context of Biblical passages and to arrive at a safer interpretation after consulting the literature on the various tribulation concepts. Exposition of Matthew 24 and 25 Matthew 24 connects to the Gospel of Mark Chapter 13, which talks of the “end of the world.” The prophets of the Bible pointed out, and as what the Jews also believed, the destruction of Jerusalem, the Temple in particular, and the places surrounding it was the foretold end of the world. The prophets speak of the end of the world, which would initiate God’s universal kingdom. And when Jesus speaks of the destruction of the Temple, the apostles think and understand it as the end of the world. The Jews asked: when will the end happen? When will the end of history be? The apostles confuse somewhat the two questions, but Jesus makes a clear distinction. The end is near, but not yet, meaning it is about. Before going any further, are we in the “time” that the Bible refers to as the tribulation? The answer to this is possible, but this is a personal opinion. Bible scholars suggest that the understanding of the Bible, especially the tribulation aspects, should be understood by believers in a logical way. Further, the Olivet discourse contains Jesus’ warnings about the destruction of the Jewish nation that would occur 30 years after, but what he said clarifies the meaning of the conflicts that occur at present in the whole world. John comments that “though He had performed so many signs before them, yet they were not believing in Him,” and cites the divine, judicial rejection of Israel in Isaiah 53:1 and 6:10 as fulfill
Origins Measles is a communicable disease that is caused by the measles virus which attacks part of the respiratory system. Measles virus is found in genus morbilivirus, making it be classified as rinder pest virus, an agent found in the cattle. According to Bar-On, Ochshorn, and Many (2010), the measles virus originated from surroundings where people had greater interaction with the cattle. Historical occurrence In the 9 th century, an Arab physician discovered this disease. In addition, in 1954, Thomas C. Peebles came up with another discovery of the measles virus in Boston, Massachusetts. However, as indicated by Pomeroy, Bjornstad, and Holmes (2008), the year 1957 presented some new information regarding the case. It is during that period when Francis Home, a Scottish physician, after blood tests of different patients found the measles virus in some of the blood samples. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2009), before the measles vaccines were introduced, most cases of the measles virus had been found in children below the age of 15 years. Measles virus-host The measles virus is found in human beings who are the key hosts of the disease. Especially, it concerns children below the age of 15. However, Bar-On, Ochshorn, and Many (2010) found out that most of the children without vaccination are at higher chances of getting infected. Symptoms The presence of the measles virus in the body can be proven by various symptoms. As Pomeroy, Bjornstad, and Holmes (2008) indicate, the most common symptoms include severe fever, continuous coughing, high sneezing, a watery nose, sore throats, and sore eyes. The disappearance of these symptoms gives way to tiny red spots in the inner layer of the mouth and then the appearance of rashes in the body. The course of measles infective action Bar-On, Ochshorn, and Many (2010) provide that children below the age of 15, who have not undergone the immunization process, are at higher risks of getting the measles virus. It is transmitted from an infected person through droplets of the person’s mouth or nose. Almost 90% of the population, which has not undergone immunization, and lives in the same surrounding as the infected person is at a higher chance of getting infected with measles. Treatment In most cases, the illness of measles lacks definite treatment. The measles virus becomes ineffective in the children when they get enough rest. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2009) provide that the use of the liquid paracetamol helps in fighting fever and pains in the children below the age of 16. All the children above twelve months greatly benefit from a teaspoon of lemon juice, while those below that age benefit from two teaspoons of honey mixed with a glass of warm water. To destroy any bacteria, which develop during the measles period, the use of antibiotics could be considered as effective treatment method. Sudfeld, Navar, and Halsey (2010) recognized that certain supplements help in fighting opportunistic diseases. For exa
The composition of the universe incorporates over 100 elements that have been formed due to various nuclear reactions since the Big Bang ( The Distribution of Elements 37). The distribution of elements serves as the reflection of these processes as well as the expression of the “relative nuclear stability of different nuclides” ( The Distribution of Elements 37). It is necessary to note that the distribution of elements of Earth differs from that in the universe to a great extent. Due to this fact, an explanation of the Earth’s formation can be offered, as well as the ways of organisms’ origin ( The Distribution of Elements 37). In particular, the Earth is considered to be composed of the following components: biosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, crust, mantle, and core. Compared to the nonorganic elements, the biosphere is rather small. The number of living organisms that have been estimated for many centuries of research is possibly underestimated since it has been recently recognized that the deep ocean harbors a large proportion of organisms. What is more, these organisms’ ecology is likely to differ from the ones living in shallow water and on land ( The Distribution of Elements 37). From the thermodynamic point of view, whether the organism is unicellular or multicellular, it is an open system. Thus, it has to exchange material and energy with its surroundings ( The Distribution of Elements 37). It is considered that all organisms absorb, utilize, and, as a result, incorporate the elements that exist in their surroundings. The density of the core is much higher than the average density of the whole planet. This part of the E
Introduction This paper analyzes the development of multiple identities in society, based on several factors, including, social construct, schooling experience, self-perceptions, and personal experiences. These dynamics are centered on understanding the issues and perspectives regarding multicultural education. More so, this paper is aimed at advancing the view that, it is crucial to understand oneself, first, before one may understand other people. From this perspective, this paper acts as the first step towards fostering tolerance and understanding in a multicultural school setting, because it provides insight into issues and perspectives regarding multicultural learning. This is done by giving an account of my personal experiences as a biracial student. Privileges Enjoyed as a Biracial Student As a biracial student, many things make me different from other students. Though some of these factors are negative, there have been positive attributes to my biracial nature which seem like “privileges” over other students. For instance, I have had an easy time adjusting to the norms, values, and beliefs of both races (where I hail from). This fact makes me more dynamic and flexible than most students who profess one race. Since the student population often clusters itself according to the various majority and minority groups, I have had an easier time identifying with both groups because I can relate to their race. Moreover, I find it easier to fit into a social group comprised of one race, much easier than a student from a single race would (if he or she tries to mingle with other student
In “The Banking Concept of Education” Paulo Freire (1970) discusses the static and narrative structure of education in which the teacher is the narrator and students are “patient listening objects” due to which education suffers from “narration sickness”. I do agree that there are some classroom instances in academic education where the relationship between the teacher and the students is a static one and where bookish academic knowledge is passed on from the teacher to the student in a highly “motionless, static” manner where students are expected to listen, memorize and reproduce what they have been taught (Freire, 1970). However, I do not feel that the entire concept of education is flawed. Education is a lifelong process in which an individual is not only involved in classroom learning but grows steadily and learns to think independently through the varied experiences which life offers. The process of learning which occurs through this personal experience is the actual and best form of education that remains for life rather than a lesson learned by rote learning, which may be forgotten after a period of time. My education at boarding school has enabled me to develop as an independent and mature individual, not only with the bookish academic knowledge but more importantly, the knowledge of life. This knowledge has emerged “through invention and restlessness” as opposed to the “banking concept of education” in which “knowledge is a gift bestowed by those who consider themselves knowledgeable” making the concept an absolutely flawed one (Freire, 1970). In the paper, I agree that knowledge gained through experience and active interaction is the most ideal form of knowledge as opposed to the “banking system” in which students are mere receivers and the teacher plays the role of transferring knowledge in a static environment (Freire, 1970). I have been fortunate to experience life independently, rather than being dependent on my elders and superiors, thanks to my father who firmly believed that I should develop as a useful and mature individual as opposed to a useless and spoilt person. These were my father’s final words before I finally agreed to go to boarding school at the age of thirteen, as per his wishes. Being brought up in a closely-knit family atmosphere, I was shocked and wondered why I was being sent away from my family. Needless to say, I was in a state of shock as leaving home for a new place, was, at that time was a big hit. I was extremely attached to my home and family and firmly believed that “there is no place like home”, a place where one is loved and cared for, one of the most secure places in the world (Freire, 1970). I was completely aware that not only would I be departing from my loved ones, but also my friends, most of whom I knew since childhood. I was torn and depressed but the decision had been taken and soon I departed from my friends and family with the promise of keeping in touch. The biggest blow of this separation was the comfort zone from which I was pulled out, leaving behind all, teachers, school, neighbors and fri
Introduction Micro and nanofabrication approaches have transformed the chemical, engineering, industrial, pharmaceutical and medical fields due to the ability to create highly reproducible systems with multiplex geometries and functionalities. This paper explains the available techniques used to make micro and nanoscale structures. Their advantages and shortcoming are also explained. Techniques Used to Make Micro- and Nanoscale Structures The manufacture of nanoparticles can be classified into two broad categories as follows: Top-Down A top-down synthesis technique means that nanostructures are produced by removing building blocks from a substrate to generate the desired nanostructure. Examples of top-down approaches include lithography, the use of ultraviolet (UV) light, masking, etching and film deposition. Lithography is a technology that encompasses photolithography and soft lithography. In the former approach, a light-sensitive polymer is exposed to light in a process that transfers a customised shape onto the polymer. Conversely, soft lithography uses a mould to develop nanostructures out of poly(dimethylsiloxane). UV light can be used to produce nanoparticles by irradiating certain substances, for instance, Fe 3 O 4 magnetic nanoparticles suspended in silver solution in the manufacture of iron-oxide-gold nanoparticles (Iacovita et al. 2015). Masking entails using other nanoparticles as a base for the manufacture of different particles. Film deposition involves forming very thin films (about 1 micron thick) on the surface of a substrate, whereas etching uses chemical or physical means to get rid of materials selectively from the surface of a microdevice by either chemical. Recently, laser technology has been used to produce nanoparticles. For example, Dmitriev et al. (2016) have successfully fabricated crystalline, resonant silicon nanoparticles through femtosecond laser ablation of amorphous silicon thin films, thereby showing the feasibility of this approach. Bottom-Up Bottom-up synthesis involves the formation of a nanostructure by stacking up atoms, molecules or other nanoparticles. Some of the chemical processes used in the bottom-up approach include sol-gel process, the reaction of molecules in a flask, reverse microemulsion and flame synthesis, which have been used to make silica nanoparticles, nanozeolite, nanocatalysts and other types of nanomaterials with wide applications in chemical, engineering and industrial processes. This process generally uses two methods: physical and chemical synthesis. In physical synthesis, the constituents of the nanoparticle are deposited physically during the fabrication process. The most common method is physical vapor deposition where vapour moieties are condensed through processes such as sputtering, evaporation and plasma arcing. For example, Uschakov et al. (2016) produced copper oxide nanoparticles by condensation from the deposition of vapour. Conversely, in chemical synthesis, chemical reactions are involved in the creation of the nanostructure.