gebhart/patrepeval huggingface dataset:
Functional recovery differs between ischaemic and haemorrhagic stroke patients (2008)

The differences in activities of daily living recovery between patients with cerebral infarction and those with intracerebral haemorrhage should be taken into consideration in rehabilitation management.
Complex PbTe hopper (skeletal) crystals with high hierarchy (2005)

A facile and mild solution method has been discovered for the synthesis of complex PbTe hopper crystals in large quantities, which are highly similar to the cubic halite skeletal crystals formed from extreme supersaturation in salt lakes existing in nature. This route may provide a new approach to growing other complex semiconductor structures of high hierarchy.
Intertrochanteric osteotomy for osteoarthritis. A long-term follow-up (1980)

The results of 757 intertorchanteric osteotomies for osteoarthritis of the hip carried out between 1958 and 1970 were reviewed. After osteotomy the joint space in two thirds of the hips was increased and a similar proportion experienced relief of pain lasting at least five years. However, the effect of the osteotomy declined after some ten years; only a quarter of the hips had a lasting "good result" as defined in this investigation. The best results were obtained in active patients under 70 years of age with unilateral hip disease in which a fair range of movement had been preserved despite some shortening and where the radiographs showed loss of joint space with a break in Shenton's line. In this study a displaced osteotomy fixed with a spline emerged as the most successful surgical technique.
A new approach of dead-time compensation for PWM voltage inverters (2002)

It is essential to insert a switching delay time in sinusoidal pulsewidth modulation (PWM) voltage-fed inverters to prevent a short circuit in the dc link. This causes the well known dead-time effect which is detrimental to the performance of the output voltage. Many compensation schemes were proposed to overcome the drawbacks. In this paper, based on a systematic approach, a new approach to accurately compensate the dead-time effect is presented. The system analysis and compensation synthesis are straightforward without averaging the output voltage deviation. The model of the PWM voltage inverter with a time delay circuit leads us to a systematic approach of compensation. The simulation responses and experimental results show the validity of the analysis and verify the effectiveness of the proposed compensation method.
Positioning information fusion methods (2004)

Vehicle positioning techniques have a broad application in ITS. The research of positioning information fusion methods is highly requested. Several novel information fusion methods on positioning purpose, which proved, excels the conventional single employed positioning techniques by various researchers are studied and a comparison of these methods is given in this paper. In order to improve positioning accuracy for respective requirements of various ITS services, and have each method take the complement role to reduce harmful interference, an integrative scheme of the discussed methods is proposed. A conclusion is drawn after giving the mathematical proof that the integrated scheme is able to provide even more accurate results than its component fusion subsystems.
Panel 2: How Are Laws Applied and Detention Practices Reformed?Litigation: Taking Cases and Those Responsible to Court (2009)

thank you and good morning. i’d like to sPeak about the right to a remedy and access to Justice in u.s. courts for victims of the “extraordinary rendition” program, which, as I will explain, is in effect a program established by the Bush administration to facilitate forced disappearances and torture and to attempt to evade accountability for these egregious human rights abuses. There is no dispute now, that the U.S. is the home of the “extraordinary rendition” program. This is supported by credible testimony from victims of the program, widespread media reporting – we’ve even got books on the evolution and operation of the program. There have been criminal investigations outside the United States into the operations of the CIA in European nations. And there have been public inquiries in Europe and Canada into the operation of the program. And, most importantly, there has been official acknowledgement by former President Bush and more recently President Obama of the existence of the detention and interrogation program run by the United States. Yet today, despite these admissions and investigations, there has been no criminal investigation conducted in the United States into the program’s operation or those persons responsible. Nor to date has there been any form of effective Congressional oversight of the program and those persons involved. In the absence of such criminal investigation and prosecution or effective Congressional oversight, U.S. advocates, including the ACLU, concerned about the program’s operation, seeking to bring it to an end, and to secure accountability of those involved (including redress for many known victims of the program) have resorted to civil suits in U.S. courts. From this litigation, it has become apparent, that although on paper, legal mechanisms exist in the U.S. legal system to achieve accountability, advocates in practice have encountered significant obstacles in bringing these lawsuits. Today, I want to address in detail one of those impediments; the so-called “state secrets privilege” and touch briefly upon another of those obstacles; claims to governmental immunity. So, just to make sure that we’re all on the same page, what exactly is the “extraordinary rendition” program? Based upon the accounts of those that have come out the other end of the program, there are four common elements to “extraordinary rendition.” First, you have the apprehension of a person – a foreign national – suspected of involvement in terrorist-related activities, outside the United States. The apprehension is usually carried out by the CIA; the government agency that has taken the Panel 2: How Are Laws Applied and Detention Practices Reformed?
Oral hypoglycemic agents in type II diabetes mellitus. (1995)

The patient with type II, or non-insulin-dependent, diabetes mellitus (NIDDM) is characterized by obesity and insulin resistance, with resultant hyperinsulinemia and hyperglycemia. Sulfonylureas are the chief therapy for patients with NIDDM; for a limited time, these agents stimulate increased insulin secretion. With chronic administration, sulfonylureas improve the diabetic patient's insulin activity by increasing cellular insulin receptors and reducing insulin postreceptor defects. Metformin, a drug in the biguanide class, is now approved for use in the United States. This drug does not stimulate insulin release but works by lowering glucose in peripheral tissues. It can be used alone or in combination with a sulfonylurea. With sulfonylureas and metformin, therapy for the patient with NIDDM can be more effectively tailored.
Ultrasonic absorption by liposomes near the phase transition as a function of diameter (1984)

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Lipids, inflammation and atherosclerosis (2007)

In dit promotieonderzoek is zijn de effecten van vetstapeling en \nontstekingsreactie tijdens het proces van atherosclerose. We hebben \naangetoond dat het ontstekingsremmende eiwit interleukine-9, een stof \ndie door bepaalde immunologische cellen geproduceerd wordt, een remmende\n werking heeft op het ontstaan van atherosclerose in het algemeen en van\n vetstapeling in macrofagen in het bijzonder. Aan de andere kant blijkt \nuit mijn promotieonderzoek dat vetstapeling van macrofagen de \ngevoeligheid van deze cellen voor ontstekingen beïnvloedt. LPS is in \nstaat om een zeer sterke ontstekingsreactie te stimuleren en om de \nexpressie van verschillende genen die betrokken zijn bij vetstapeling te\n beïnvloeden. Door gebruik te maken van muizen die geen scavenger \nreceptor BI (SR-BI) tot expressie brengen, hebben we aangetoond dat \nSR-BI beschermd tegen de door LPS gestimuleerde ontstekingsreactie. \n\nTevens blijkt dat een dieet met een hoog cholesterol gehalte een grote \ninvloed heeft op parenchymcellen in de lever. Voornamelijk FABP5 en vier\n nieuwe vetzuurbindende eiwitten lijken een belangrijke rol te spelen in\n de reactie van deze cellen op het dieet. Ook het ontstekingremmende \ninterleukine 10, waarvan bekend is dat het atherosclerose kan remmen en \neen verlaging van cholesterol in het bloed kan veroorzaken, beïnvloedt \nvele genen betrokken bij vethuishouding in parenchymcellen van de lever.
The structural components of a knowledge-based economy (2013)

Little to no research exists to explain the structural components associated with the successful establishment of a knowledge-based economy. Nearly all developed countries are transitioning from service-based to knowledge-based and yet how to do so effectively and efficiently remains a mystery. The purpose of this research is to address this oversight. Based upon a review of the literature, five structural components of knowledge-based economies are identified and described. The five components consist of a foundation of information and communications technology, open innovation, education, knowledge management and creativity. At the macro-level, those seeking to establish a knowledge-based economy, whether local, regional or national, will be best served by following the structural template described. Policies and procedures to foster advances in each of the structural components should be developed strategically.
Separation of Microparticles and Biological Cells Inside an Evaporating Droplet Using Dielectrophoresis (2007)

Microparticles or biological cells mixed in water were separated using the combination of an electrical force due to dielectrophoresis and a mechanical one generated in an evaporating droplet. Micropatterned electrodes of Au were fabricated on the silicon dioxide layer and were used to generate dielectrophoresis. Polystyrene particles, red blood cells. and E. coli were used as separating objects. Microparticles and biological cells were separated by adjusting the amplitude and frequency of the applied voltage. Although the mechanical force was enough to transport the particles to the boundary of the droplet, nevertheless, it could not detach the particles trapped at the electrode. Based on this work, the microparticles and biological cells can be separated, controlled, and sensed without using a liquid pumping unit.
Interpreting vague utterances in context (2004)

We use the interpretation of vague scalar predicates like small as an illustration of how systematic semantic models of dialogue context enable the derivation of useful, fine-grained utterance interpretations from radically underspecified semantic forms. Because dialogue context suffices to determine salient alternative scales and relevant distinctions along these scales, we can infer implicit standards of comparison for vague scalar predicates through completely general pragmatics, yet closely constrain the intended meaning to within a natural range.
SARS: clinical presentation, transmission, pathogenesis and treatment options (2006)

SARS (severe acute respiratory syndrome) appeared as the first emerging infectious disease of this century. It is fortunate that the culprit virus can be grown without much difficulty from a commonly used cell line, allowing an unlimited supply of isolates for further molecular studies and leading to the development of sensitive diagnostic assays. How the virus has successfully jumped the species barrier is still a mystery. The superspreading events that occurred within hospital, hotel and high-density housing estate opens a new chapter in the mechanisms and routes of virus transmission. The old practice of quarantine proved to be still useful in controlling the global outbreak. Despite all the available sophisticated tests, alertness with early recognition by healthcare workers and prompt isolation of suspected cases is still the most important step for containing the spread of the infection. Although the rapidly evolving outbreak did not allow the conducting of systematic clinical trails to evaluate treatment options, the accumulated experience on managing SARS patients will improve the clinical outcome should SARS return. Although SARS led to more than 700 deaths worldwide, the lessons learnt have prepared healthcare systems worldwide to face future emerging and re-emerging infections.
Combined Resistivity Imaging and RCPT for Geotechnical Pre-investigation (2004)

Combined resistivity imaging and CPT with resistivity (RCPT) can be a powerful tool for geotechnical pre-investigation, as demonstrated by a field example. Resistivity imaging can in a time and cost efficient way provide two- dimensional (2D) or three-dimensional (3D) models of the ground. Resistivity imaging should preferably be carried out in an early stage of a geotechnical pre- investigation, to provide an overview of the extent of soils and rocks with different properties. The resistivity model(s) can serve as an excellent basis for planning continued detail investigation, to design for example a drilling programme. Added value is achieved if the detail investigations include RCPT in selected points, to be used as reference data for a refined interpretation of the resistivity imaging. Furthermore, it can serve as a key for possible correlation between the resistivity and the mechanical or chemical properties of the ground, as base for extrapolation of the soil layers and their properties from the CPT soundings.
An Aeroelastic Analysis of the ICW Model with External Stores (2003)

Most military aircraft are designed to carry external stores. They may be missiles, bombs, fuel tanks and a variety of pods for carrying monitoring equipments. The presence of these stores affects the structural, aerodynamic and aeroelastic performance of the aircraft. However, the interference effect of store aerodynamics may not be as significant on aeroelastic behavior as the stiffness and inertia effects. It may be problem dependent. The objective of this study is to model realistic wing and store combinations and to provide more tangible information to guide the future design efforts. The focus of the study is to determine the influence of store aerodynamics on the aeroelastic behavior of the wing. Obviously, the mass effect was included. The finite element models were used to represent stiffness and mass properties. The store location, size and weight were some of the variables to be included. The ASTROS (Automated STRuctural Optimization System,) and the MSC/NASTRAN are the tools used in this study.
Comparative evaluation of intraocular pressure with an air-puff tonometer versus a Goldmann applanation tonometer (2012)

There is a significant difference in the measurement of IOP between GATs and AP tonometers. Goldmann applanation tonometry remains the most suitable and reliable method for measuring IOP. Because measurements of IOP by AP tonometer are usually higher than those obtained by GAT regardless of the patient's age, sex, or laterality of eyes, AP tonometry is a suitable method for community or mass screenings of IOP.
Reversible, solid state capture of carbon dioxide by hydroxylated amidines (2010)

Hydroxylated amidine derivatives can capture, store, and release CO(2) reversibly in the solid state in a quantitative manner under clean and dry conditions at ambient temperature.
The eye and visual nervous system: anatomy, physiology and toxicology. (1982)

The eyes are at risk to environmental injury by direct exposure to airborne pollutants, to splash injury from chemicals and to exposure via the circulatory system to numerous drugs and bloodborne toxins. In addition, drugs or toxins can destroy vision by damaging the visual nervous system. This review describes the anatomy and physiology of the eye and visual nervous system and includes a discussion of some of the more common toxins affecting vision in man.
Gasoline-Ethanol Blend Aging Effects on Engine Performance and Exhaust Emissions (2003)

<div class="htmlview paragraph">Four samples of three different types of gasoline found in Brazil were tested to verify their aging effects on engine performance and exhaust emissions: two samples of regular gasoline, one sample of regular gasoline plus additives, and one sample of premium gasoline. The regular gasoline is the most commonly used automotive fuel in Brazil; regular plus additives contains an improved detergent capacity; and premium is a gasoline of higher octane number. All these types of gasoline are, in fact, a blend of approximately 75% gasoline and 25% ethanol, with the ethanol having an anti-knocking function. The gasoline samples were tested in a total period of six months, using a production 1.3-liter, four-cylinder, sixteen-valve engine mounted on a bench test dynamometer. Performance parameters and exhaust emissions levels were obtained for engine speeds of 1000 to 6000 rev/min. The general test results point to an increase in HC and CO emissions and in fuel consumption with fuel aging.</div>
Angular dependence of giant magnetoresistance in magnetic multilayers (1997)

Dependence of the current-in-plane giant magnetoresistance (GMR) in magnetic multilayers on the angle \ensuremath{\varphi} between the magnetizations of successive magnetic films is analyzed theoretically in the quasiclassical and quantum limits. Spin dependent electron scattering on impurities as well as on interfacial roughness is taken into account. In the quasiclassical limit GMR is shown to vary approximately linearly with ${\mathrm{sin}}^{2}(\ensuremath{\varphi}/2).$ In the quantum limit the linear behavior occurs only for symmetrical structures with a crystal electronic potential independent of the electron spin orientation. Deviations from the linear behavior occur when either the crystal potential is spin dependent or the structure is asymmetrical.
Biometric Authentication using Finger-Back Surface (2007)

This paper investigates a new biometric system based on texture of the hand knuckles. The texture pattern produced by the finger knuckle bending is highly unique and makes the surface a distinctive biometric identifier. Hand geometry features can be acquired from the same image, at the same time and integrated to improve the performance of the system. The finger back surface images from each of the users are used to extract scale, translation and rotational invariant knuckle images. The proposed system, especially on the peg-free and non-contact imaging setup, achieves promising results when tested over a database of 105 users.
Outlook 2010 All-in-One for Dummies (2010)

Extensive coverage on using Microsoft Outlook to manage and organize your day As the number one e-mail client and personal information manager, Microsoft Outlook offers a set of uncomplicated features that maximize the management of your e-mail, schedule, and general daily activities, with the least amount of hassle possible. Comprised of ten minibooks in one and packed with more than 800 pages, this All-in-One For Dummies reference walks you through the convenience of Microsoft Outlook and introduces you to the newest features of the 2010 version. After a description of how to get started with Outlook 2010, youll get complete coverage on e-mail basics, advanced e-mail features, working with the calendar, managing contacts, and working with Business Contact Manager. Youll learn how to track tasks, take notes, and record items in the journal, as well as customize and manage Outlook and get mobile with Outlook. Offers soup-to-nuts coverage of Microsoft Outlook 2010, the newest version of the number one most popular e-mail manager Walks you through getting started with Outlook and e-mail basics, and gradually progresses to more advanced features and capabilities of e-mail Explains how to work with the Outlook 2010 calendar and manage your contacts Addresses tracking tasks, taking notes, recording items in the journal, and working with Business Contact Manager Shows you how to customize your Outlook, manage all the information within Outlook, and take Outlook on the road Get a whole new outlook on Outlook 2010 with this complete guide!
IPv6 Router Advertisement Options for DNS Configuration (2010)

This document specifies IPv6 Router Advertisement options to allow IPv6 routers to advertise a list of DNS recursive server addresses and a DNS Search List to IPv6 hosts.
COMPARATIVE ONTOGENY OF THE INFLORESCENCE AND FLOWER OF HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA AND LOROPETALUM CHINENSE (HAMAMELIDACEAE) (1990)

A comparative developmental study of the inflorescence and flower of Hamamelis L. (4‐merous) and Loropetalum (R. Br.) Oliv. (4–5 merous) was conducted to determine how development differs in these genera and between these genera and others of the family. Emphasis was placed on determining the types of floral appendages from which the similarly positioned nectaries of Hamamelis and sterile phyllomes of Loropetalum have evolved. In Hamamelis virginiana L. and H. mollis Oliv. initiation of whorls of floral appendages occurred centripetally. Nectary primordia arose adaxial to the petals soon after the initiation of stamen primordia and before initiation of carpel primordia. In Loropetalum chinense (R. Br.) Oliv. floral appendages did not arise centripetally. Petals and stamens first arose on the adaxial portion, and then on the abaxial portion of the floral apex. The sterile floral appendages (sterile phyllomes of uncertain homology) were initiated adaxial to the petals after all other whorls of floral appendages had become well developed. In all three species, two crescent shaped carpel primordia arose opposite each other and became closely appressed at their margins. Postgenital fusion followed and a falsely bilocular, bicarpellate ovary was formed. Ovule position and development are described. The nectaries of Hamamelis and sterile phyllomes of Loropetalum rarely develop as staminodia, suggesting a staminodial origin. However, these whorls arise at markedly different times and are therefore probably not derived from the same whorl of organs in a common progenitor. This hypothesis seems probable when one considers that the seemingly least specialized genus of the tribe, Maingaya , bears whorls of both staminodia and sterile phyllomes inside its whorl of stamens.
The unseen world: reflections on Leeuwenhoek (1677) ‘Concerning little animals’ (2015)

Leeuwenhoek's 1677 paper, the famous 'letter on the protozoa', gives the first detailed description of protists and bacteria living in a range of environments. The colloquial, diaristic style conceals the workings of a startlingly original experimental mind. Later scientists could not match the resolution and clarity of Leeuwenhoek's microscopes, so his discoveries were doubted or even dismissed over the following centuries, limiting their direct influence on the history of biology; but work in the twentieth century confirmed Leeuwenhoek's discovery of bacterial cells, with a resolution of less than 1 µm. Leeuwenhoek delighted most in the forms, interactions and behaviour of his little 'animalcules', which inhabited a previously unimagined microcosmos. In these reflections on the scientific reach of Leeuwenhoek's ideas and observations, I equate his questions with the preoccupations of our genomic era: what is the nature of Leeuwenhoek's animalcules, where do they come from, how do they relate to each other? Even with the powerful tools of modern biology, the answers are far from resolved-these questions still challenge our understanding of microbial evolution. This commentary was written to celebrate the 350th anniversary of the journal Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society.