gebhart/patrepeval huggingface dataset:
Free Form Factor Optical Current Sensor for AC and DC Commercial Power Applications (2006)

The commercial applications of a current sensor, where the sensing fiber is free to wrap-around the conductor, are discussed. AC and DC can be measured with ±0.15% and ±0.1% accuracy, respectively, from −40 to +60 °C.
Efficient second-harmonic generation with broadband laser pulses (1985)

Unexpectedly efficient second-harmonic generation (~10%) in KDP was observed with a broadband dye-laser source having a 1.4-nm bandwidth. The observations are explained by a frequency-mixing effect in addition to simple doubling of frequency. The measured second-harmonic output bandwidth is as narrow as 0.21 nm. The present experiment affords the possibility of generating narrow-band tunable UV laser pulses with high efficiency.
Activation of caspase-3 and c-Jun NH2-terminal kinase-1 signaling pathways in tamoxifen-induced apoptosis of human breast cancer cells. (2000)

Tamoxifen (TAM) is widely used in the treatment of breast cancer. The cytostatic effects of TAM have been attributed to the antagonism of estrogen receptor (ER) and inhibition of estrogen-dependent proliferative events. However, the mechanism by which TAM is also effective against certain ER-negative breast tumors remains to be elucidated. Here we report that TAM induced the activity of caspase-3-like proteases in ER-negative breast cancer cell lines MDA-MB-231 and BT-20, as evidenced by the cleavage of fluorogenic tetrapeptide substrate and of poly(ADP-ribose) polymerase. The activation of caspase-3-like proteases preceded TAM-induced chromatin condensation and nuclear fragmentation, the typical apoptotic morphologies. Pretreatment of cells with a specific inhibitor of caspase-3, acetyl-Asp-Glu-Val-Asp-aldehyde, or with a general inhibitor of caspases, benzyloxycarbonyl-Val-Ala-Asp-fluoromethyl ketone, prevented TAM-induced apoptosis. TAM also stimulated c-Jun NH2-terminal kinase (JNK) 1 activity, and interfering with the JNK pathway by over-expressing a DN JNK1 mutant attenuated TAM-induced apoptosis. In addition, treatment of cells with a lipid-soluble antioxidant vitamin E blocked TAM-induced caspase-3 and JNK1 activation as well as apoptosis, whereas water-soluble antioxidants N-acetyl L-cysteine and glutathione had little effect. Thus, this study demonstrates that TAM induces apoptosis in ER-negative breast cancer cells through caspase-3 and JNK1 pathways, which are probably initiated at the cell membrane by an oxidative mechanism.
Ambivalence as Policy: Consequences for Refugees in Egypt (2017)

Ce papier soutient que lorsqu’il s’agit des migrations vers des pays en voie développement, l’étude sur la politique de migrations et des réfugiés confondent l'absence de politique officielle avec la négligence. J’utilise une étude de cas qualitative pour examiner le cas de l'Egypte; le pays le plus peuplé de la région et l'hôte d'une grande population de réfugiés urbains. Comme cet article illustrera, le gouvernement Egyptien est pleinement conscient de la proportion des réfugiés résidant dans ses frontières, mais choisit de poursuivre une politique d'ambivalence à l'égard de ces groupes. J'étudie cette ambivalence du point de vue des réfugiés, en m’interrogeant : comment se débrouillent-ils dans un pays avec un tel régime d'ambivalence? En utilisant des données originales recueillies en Egypte (au Caire et à Alexandrie) en 2014, j'illustre comment les règles formelles ainsi qu’informelles contraignent certains comportements des réfugiés qui vivent sous un régime d’ambivalence, tout en n’en permettant d'autres. Les conclusions de cet article ont des implications importantes pour la littérature sur la migration et les réfugiés. Cet article fournit un point de départ sur la manière dont les réfugiés gèrent leurs affaires dans d'autres pays d'accueil en voie de développement employant un régime d'ambivalence.
Efficient algorithms for all-to-all communications in multiport message-passing systems (1997)

We present efficient algorithms for two all-to-all communication operations in message-passing systems: index (or all-to-all personalized communication) and concatenation (or all-to-all broadcast). We assume a model of a fully connected message-passing system, in which the performance of any point-to-point communication is independent of the sender-receiver pair. We also assume that each processor has k/spl ges/1 ports, through which it can send and receive k messages in every communication round. The complexity measures we use are independent of the particular system topology and are based on the communication start-up time, and on the communication bandwidth.
A multi-language goal-tree based functional test planning system (2003)

This paper presents a multi-language test planning system, which is based on a goal-tree based test methodology. Multi-language support is achieved by adding a common abstraction layer on the top of different language specific details. The effectiveness of this strategy is demonstrated by using this tool for testing VHDL and SystemC models of a GSM system.
Nano-Ag on vanadium dioxide. I. Localized spectrum tailoring (2008)

We report on the utilization of localized surface plasmon resonance (LSPR) of Ag nanoparticles to tailor the optical properties of VO2 thin film. Interaction of nano-Ag with incident light yields a salient absorption band in the visible-near IR region and modifies the spectrum of VO2 locally. The wavelength of modification occurs in a limited spectral region rather than affects the full spectrum. The wavelength of modification shows a strong dependence on the metal nanoparticle size and shifts toward the red as the particle size or the mass thickness of nano-Ag increases. Also, we found that the wavelength can be shifted into the IR further by introducing a thin layer of TiO2 onto the nano-Ag. Interestingly, with the help of LSPR effects the VO2 film exhibits an anomalous thermochromic behavior in the modification wavelength region, which may be useful in optical switching applications.
Real-time scheduling of twin stacking cranes in an automated container terminal using a genetic algorithm (2012)

We address the problem of scheduling twin automated stacking cranes (ASCs) used in automated container terminals. By extending the previous works, we show that it is important to make explicit the hidden jobs needed to prepare for the main requested jobs. Since the preparatory jobs can be done by any of the two ASCs, appropriate assignment of these jobs can help to promote cooperation and avoid interference between the two ASCs. The proposed genetic algorithm (GA) performs search within the framework of iterative rescheduling to cope with the uncertainty of ASC operation. To boost the search performance under tight real-time constraint of iterative rescheduling, our GA uses some of the solutions of the previous iteration to initialize the population of the current iteration. It has also been shown that our GA performs more robustly than other algorithm such as simulated annealing in an uncertain environment.
Accuracy improvement method for vehicle detection using optical sensors (2009)

Deploying wireless sensor networks for detecting and counting vehicles is not a new concept. One disadvantage of most simple wireless sensor for detecting vehicles is wrong interpretation of complex vehicle such as a trailer truck with multiple containers. In this paper, we propose an improvement of a simple wireless sensor network for detecting vehicles developed by Chinrungrueng et al. This system consists of two optical sensors, which are able to detect small and medium sized vehicles. However, the system cannot distinguish a truck with several containers. If only two sensors are used without modification, the truck will be detected as multiple vehicles. In this paper, we present techniques for obtaining vehicle speed, length and gap length between two consecutive vehicles. These additional parameters can be utilized to distinguish a truck from multiple, medium sized vehicles. We propose a decision making rule to differentiate various type of vehicles and scenarios. The accuracy of the decision making rule depends on the thresholds of the parameters.
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X-ray crystal structure of the Ala-109–>Thr variant of human transthyretin which produces euthyroid hyperthyroxinemia. (1993)

The structure of the Ala-109-->Thr mutation of human transthyretin, a nonamyloidogenic variant with enhanced thyroxine binding, has been determined by x-ray diffraction to a resolution of 1.7 A. The model, including 175 solvent water molecules, has been refined by constrained least squares to an R-value of 0.157. The standard deviations for protein geometry are 0.016 A for bond distances, 0.5 degree for bond angles, 0.031 A for 1-4 distances, and 0.005 A for deviations of planar groups from their least squares plane. The estimated error in protein atomic coordinates is 0.12 A. Residue 109 extends inward between the two beta sheets which form the major component of the monomer, as does the side chain of residue 30 in the amyloidogenic Met-30 variant. Comparison of the Thr-109 structure with that of the normal shows that the extra atoms of the threonine fit into empty space between sheets and make no extensive changes to the molecular conformation. The substitution at 109 causes small local changes in the secondary structure of the A, G, and H strands resulting in a shift of residues 15-17, 108-110, and 117 in each monomer. The thyroxine-binding sites of the Thr-109 and Met-30 variants and of the normal protein are compared, and the results suggest that the variation in affinity for thyroxine between the three proteins may arise from differences in the size of the binding pocket.
Rheumatoid synovial fibroblasts differentiate into distinct subsets in the presence of cytokines and cartilage (2016)

We have identified two distinct SF populations identified by expression of either PDPN or CD248 which are located within different anatomical compartments of the inflamed synovial membrane. These markers discriminate between SF subsets with distinct biological properties. As PDPN-expressing cells are associated with early fibroblast migration and cartilage erosion in vivo, we propose that PDPN-expressing cells may be an attractive therapeutic target in RA.
On some aspects of packet switching technique relevant to meteorological application (1982)

Packet switching is a new computer-based communication technique that promises to be the dominant mode in the data communication field. After discussing the limitations of the current facilities, the paper reviews the salient features of this new technique with special emphasis on the characteristics of packets, different services offered and the associated networks. Tariff methods and different performance criteria that help in modelling such a network have been discussed, The emerging standards of ISO for Open Systems Inter-connection Architecture enabling interworking of heterogeneous computers are touched upon. The paper ends with a brief proposal for a packet switched data network for the Meteorological Service in India.
Navigated minimal invasive total hip arthroplasty. (2004)

All lines of development in Computer Aided Orthopaedic Surgery (CAOS) can be seen as critical steps in a broader effort to innovate the orthopaedic field. CAOS addresses the need to perfect implant placement and joint alignment. Minimally invasive techniques represent equally important new developments in the field of arthroplasty. It seems inevitable that these two fields converge. A navigation system for a minimally invasive approach to the hip would follow these primary design concepts: pure intraoperative system, planning included on plane X-rays, small trackers for acetabular and femoral navigation, control of leg-length change through implant placement as well as joint offset, kinematic test of range of motion (ROM).
A grid-distance based scheduling for grid resource management (2005)

In grid resource management, the scheduling strategy based on selecting resources that are near and owns more bandwidth available has better characteristics. The notion of grid-distance is proposed in this paper, which can be used as the criteria for grid selection taking physical distance, bandwidth available and cost into consideration. A grid resource model and a correlative application model are also presented. Based on this model, the computation of grid distance and the corresponding resource selection algorithm are described. The simulation experiment validates the improvement of the communication cost, stability; job completion time, failure rate of job execution in scheduling and the throughput of the resource exchange
Occurrence of the B 7 mesophase in two homologous series of seven-ring achiral compounds composed of banana-shaped molecules (2003)

The synthesis and mesomorphic behaviour of twenty compounds belonging to two new series of seven-ring esters derived from 2-cyanoresorcinol are reported. Many homologues of both series exhibit the B7 mesophase. In addition, some of the lower homologues exhibit a mesophase which shows textural features similar to that of the two-dimensional B1 phase. The characterization of the mesophases has been carried out using polarizing optical microscopy, differential scanning calorimetry, X-ray diffraction, miscibility studies and electro-optical investigations. The first example of a plot of the B7-isotropic phase transition temperature as a function of the alkyl chain length is also reported.
Increasing the Sensitivity of Multivariate EWMA Control Chart (2003)

A multivariate exponentially weighted moving average (MEWMA) control chart is used for fast detection of small shifts in multivariate statistical quality control. However, for ease of computation, the MEWMA control chart statistics are computed based on the asymptotic form of their covariance matrix in most cases. Another reason that justifies the design of the MEWMA control chart using the asymptotic covariance matrix is that the chart will be insensitive at start-up since processes are more likely to be away from the target value when the control scheme is initiated due to start-up problems. However, if initial out-of-control conditions are deemed important for quick detection, then the MEWMA statistics should be computed based on the exact covariance matrix, as it leads to a natural fast initial response for the MEWMA chart. It will also be shown in this paper the importance of computing the MEWMA statistics based on the exact form of their covariance matrix to further enhance the MEWMA control chart's sensitivity for detecting small shifts. The MEWMA statistics based on the asymptotic and the exact form of their covariance matrix will be referred to as the asymptotic and the exact MEWMA statistics, respectively. Plots and factors that simplify the design of the exact MEWMA control chart are also given.
Expression of a new mucin‐type glycoprotein in select epithelial dysplasias and neoplasms detected immunocytochemically with Mab A‐80 (1989)

We studied by immunocytochemistry 573 tissue and 106 cytologic samples of human tumors, non-neoplastic proliferative lesions and normal tissues with the monoclonal antibody (Mab) A-80 that recognizes a mucinous glycoprotein from the colon carcinoma cell line LS-174T. The spectrum of benign and malignant breast lesions was studied as were epithelial tumors of the colon, stomach, pancreas, lung, salivary glands, thyroid, prostate, kidney, endometrium, skin and mesothelium; non-epithelial tumors included lymphomas, melanomas, gliomas, meningiomas, and sarcomas of soft tissue and bone. With a single exception, breast carcinomas regardless of histologic type were reactive while few fibroadenomas stained weakly and focally. In fibrocystic disease, the presence and intensity of the reactivity paralleled the severity of the epithelial proliferation, e.g. staining was strong in foci of severe or atypical hyperplasia, borderline lesions and carcinomas in situ; apocrine metaplasia stained often but less strongly. Barrett's mucosa, colonic polyps and most gastric and colonic carcinomas stained regardless of glandular features while small cell neuroendocrine carcinomas did not. Adenocarcinomas of the pancreas and lung, and a subset of large cell lung carcinomas reacted whereas neuroendocrine carcinomas of those sites did not. Carcinomas of endometrium, ovary and prostate reacted variably whereas thyroid and renal carcinomas and mesotheliomas were either negative or weakly reactive despite the presence of glands. Lymphomas, skin adnexal tumors, nevi, schwannomas, melanomas, gliomas and sarcomas generally did not react but occasional A-80-positive cells were seen in rare sarcomas and meningiomas. Immunostaining patterns in cytologic specimens were similar to the aforementioned. We conclude that Mab A-80 is an excellent marker for breast carcinomas, and for certain proliferative forms of fibrocystic disease that may precede or be associated with carcinomatous transformation. In colonic, pulmonary and gastric carcinomas, staining with Mab A-80 revealed exocrine features regardless of the absence of glands whereas in renal and thyroid carcinomas and in mesotheliomas staining was focal and weak or absent irrespective of glandular features. We suggest that Mab A-80 is a very promising immunolabel for select exocrine carcinomas, and for some of the dysplasias that may precede their development; its ease of application on tissue sections and cytologic specimens should broaden its usefulness.
A Tandem OPO route to the mid-IR. (1998)

Get PDF Email Share Share with Facebook Tweet This Post on reddit Share with LinkedIn Add to CiteULike Add to Mendeley Add to BibSonomy Get Citation Copy Citation Text J. A. C. Terry, K. J. McEwan, M. J. P. Payne, and D. Malvem, "A Tandem OPO route to the mid-IR.," in Advanced Solid State Lasers, W. Bosenberg and M. Fejer, eds., Vol. 19 of OSA Trends in Optics and Photonics Series (Optica Publishing Group, 1998), paper FC4. Export Citation BibTex Endnote (RIS) HTML Plain Text Citation alert Save article
"It's going to be havoc": Shared control of a TV display. (2007)

This position paper presents observations from an evaluation study of a novel interactive TV system, in which multiple people used their personal mobile device to control a shared TV display.
Colchicine in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome (2020)

The addition of colchicine to standard medical therapy did not significantly affect cardiovascular outcomes at 12 months in patients with ACS and was associated with a higher rate of mortality. Registration: URL: https://www.anzctr.org.au; Unique identifier: ACTRN12615000861550.
Privacy risks in named data networking (2012)

Named Data Networking architectures have been proposed to improve various shortcomings of the current Internet architecture. A key part of these proposals is the capability of caching arbitrary content in arbitrary network locations. While caching has the potential to improve network performance, the data stored in caches can be seen as transient traces of past communication that attackers can exploit to compromise the users' privacy. With this editorial note, we aim to raise awareness of privacy attacks as an intrinsic and relevant issue in Named Data Networking architectures. Countermeasures against privacy attacks are subject to a trade-off between performance and privacy. We discuss several approaches to countermeasures representing different incarnations of this tradeoff, along with open issues to be looked at by the research community.
Efficient critical area algorithms and their application to yield improvement and test strategies (2002)

Two algorithms that calculate the critical areas of integrated circuit mask layout for extra material defects are presented. The first algorithm generates a set of edges that define the critical area of the layout for a given defect size. The second algorithm generates the set of fault critical area edges. These identify all possible extra material circuit faults that can occur from a defect of a given size. The edges are used to generate fault critical areas. These are critical areas that are classified by the list of circuit nodes that are shorted by a defect of the given size falling within that area. Fault critical areas generated for a range of defect sizes can be used to produce fault probabilities between individual circuit nodes and enable device test procedures and redundancy strategies to be optimised. The algorithms have the advantage that they are not restricted to Manhatten layout and that they are computationally efficient.
Development of a nanoLC LTQ Orbitrap Mass Spectrometric Method for Profiling Glycans Derived from Plasma from Healthy, Benign Tumor Control, and Epithelial Ovarian Cancer Patients (2008)

We report the development of split-less nano-flow liquid chromatography mass spectrometric analysis of glycans chemically cleaved from glycoproteins in plasma. Porous graphitized carbon operating under reverse-phase conditions and an amide-based stationary phase operating under hydrophilic interaction conditions are quantitatively compared for glycan separation. Both stationary phases demonstrated similar column efficiencies and excellent retention time reproducibility without an internal standard to correct for retention time shift. The 95% confidence intervals of the mean retention times were +/-4 s across 5 days of analysis for both stationary phases; however, the amide stationary phase was observed to be more robust. The high mass measurement accuracy of less than 2 ppm and fragmentation spectra provided highly confident identifications along with structural information. In addition, data are compared among samples derived from 10 healthy controls, 10 controls with a differential diagnosis of benign gynecologic tumors, and 10 diseased epithelial ovarian cancer patients (EOC). Two fucosylated glycans were found to be up-regulated in healthy controls and provided an accurate diagnostic value with an area under the receiver operator characteristic curve of 0.87. However, these same glycans provided a significantly less diagnostic value when used to differentiate EOC from benign tumor control samples with an area under the curve of 0.73.