gebhart/patrepeval huggingface dataset:
Pharmacotherapy of chronic cough in adults (2003)

AbstractChronic cough is a debilitating symptom for which patients commonly seek medical attention. Among adult non-smokers who are not taking an angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor and have a normal or near normal chest radiograph, postnasal drip syndrome caused by a variety of rhinosinus conditions, asthma and non-asthmatic eosinophilic bronchitis and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease singly or in combination, are the most common diagnoses underlying chronic cough. Pharmacotherapy for chronic cough can be either specific or non-specific. Specific therapy is preferable and the most effective as it is directed at the aetiologies and pathophysiological mechanisms responsible for cough. In contrast, non-specific therapy is used only in limited clinical settings, as it is directed at the symptom rather than underlying aetiologies and aims only to control, rather than eliminate cough.Keywordsasthmaeosinophilic bronchitisgastro-oesophageal reflux diseasepostnasal drip syndromerhinosinus conditionstreatment of chronic cough
Fabrication of Polypyrrole– Poly(<i>N</i>‐vinylcarbazole) Core–Shell Nanoparticles with Excellent Electrical and Optical Properties (2005)

Polypyrrole-poly(N-vinylcarbazole) (PPy-PVK) core-shell nanoparticles have been fabricated by nanoparticle-seeded dispersion polymerization. The monodisperse PPy nanoseeds are fabricated by micelle templating, and the PVK shell thickness is easily tuned by varying the amount of N-vinylcarbazole monomer. The PPy core and PVK shell produce superior conductivity and fluorescence, respectively.
Logistics Distribution Algorithm Based on the Ant Colony Algorithm (2009)

Ant colony algorithm is a new kind of intelligent bionic algorithm. Based on the thought of ant colony algorithm put forward by domestic and foreign scholars in recent years, and connecting with the actual application, this paper studies the logistics distribution system that is closely related to people’s lives, and puts forward the distribution algorithm based on ant colony algorithm, realizing quickly the enterprise logistics distribution operations and reducing the logistics costs of enterprises.
Catalytic Technology for Carbon Dioxide Reforming of Methane to Synthesis Gas (2009)

Abstract The mitigation and utilization of greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide and methane, are among the most important challenges in the area of energy research. Dry reforming of CH 4 (DRM), which uses both CO 2 and CH 4 as reactants, is a potential method to utilize the greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Natural gas containing high concentrations of CO 2 and CH 4 could therefore be utilized for hydrogen and synthesis gas (syngas) production in the near future, without need for the removal of CO 2 from the source gas. Thus, the DRM reaction is a suitable process to convert CH 4 and CO 2 to syngas, which is a raw material for liquid fuel production, through the Fischer–Tropsch process. Herein, the development of CO 2 reforming for syngas production is reviewed, covering process chemistry, catalyst development, and process technologies as well as the potential future direction for this process.
HISTOPATHOLOGY OF THE HUMAN TESTES AS AFFECTED BY BIS(DICHLOROACETYL)DIAMINES. (1963)

Testicular biopsies were obtained from normal male volunteers to study the histopathology of the human testes as affected by bis(dichloroacetyl)diamines: NN-bis(dichloroacetyl)-N-Ndiethyl-l4-xylyenediamine; NN-bis(dichloroacetyl)N-N-diethyl-l6-hexanediamine; and NN-bis(dichloroacetyl)-1 8-octanediamine. Each of the 3 diamines was administered in tablet form orally twice daily for 1 year and postreatment follow-up was also for 1 year. Sperm output expressed as millions/cubic cm dropped to zero in 10 weeks and remained at or near zero for the remainder of the year. No depression of hormonal excretion occurred. Biopsy specimens revealed the lack of alteration of the basement membranes or the tunica propria the lack of involution of the Leydig cells and the lack of effect upon Sertoli cells spermatogonia or spermatocytes. However there was a marked reduction in the total number of spermatids and a distortion of the morphology of those spermatids present. Gross distortion of the nucleus of maturing spermatids was noted as well as alterations in the caudal tube. A common finding was the occurrence of double nuclei attacked by their acrosomal systems in a common cytoplasm. A possible mechanism of action of these diamines was discussed.
THE ROLE OF THE THIRD SECTOR IN PROVIDING PRIMARY CARE SERVICES – THEORETICAL AND POLICY ISSUES (2015)

The purpose of this paper is to promote debate on the devolution of primary care services to the third sector. The paper first discusses definitions of the term “third sector”, then provides a précis of important political and economic theories related to the third sector. This is followed by a brief account of the development and role of third sector primary care in New Zealand. The final section discusses policy issues arising from third sector provision of primary care. The paper concludes that the emergence of third sector primary care in New Zealand has been consistent with international experience of third sector involvement – there were perceived “failures ” in government policies for funding primary care, and private sector responses to these policies, resulting in lack of universal funding and provision of primary care and continuing patient co-payments. These failures created the type of “gap ” that, based on international experience, third sector organisations tend to fill. If the existence in New Zealand of third sector primary care is accepted – either as explicit policy or de facto – policies may be required to limit the financial pressures placed on non-profits that may lead them to deviate from the social role they can and should play in New Zealand’s mixed
An Assessment of the Perceived Utility of Various College Majors (1990)

The ACT Alumni Survey was used to evaluate (a) the perceived utility of academic majors, (b) congruence between major and career, (c) the quality of educational preparation, and (d) the effects of gender upon the outcome measures for 55,000 college alumni. Statistical variations among college majors and between genders were observed. In particular, certain majors (e.g., computer science and health-related majors) received high marks on several measures, whereas others (e.g., social sciences, biology, and general studies) received uniformly poor ratings. Women reported a higher degree of college major and career consistency than did men.
Effects of lactoferrin and milk on adherence of Streptococcus uberisto bovine mammary epithelial cells (2000)

Results suggest that LF may function as a bridging molecule between S uberis and bovine mammary epithelial cells, facilitating adherence of the bacteria to the cells.
Phenyl Alcohol and Phenolic Glycosides from the Stem Bark of Morus alba L. (2012)

A new phenyl alcohol and two new phenolic glycosides isolated from the methanolic extract of the stem bark of Morus alba L. (Moraceae) have been characterized as n-triacontan-7-ol-13-oxo-yl 3,4-dioxymethylene benzene (1), noctadecanyl- -D-arabinofuranosyl-(12)--D-arabinofuranosyl-(12)--D-arabinofuranosyl-3-methoxy-4-hydroxy cinnamate (stearyltriarabinoferulate) (2) and 3-methoxy-4,5-dihydroxybenzoic acid-4--D-glucopyranosyl-(16)--Dglucopyranoside (methoxygallic acid diglucoside) (3) on the basis of chemical and spectroscopic methods. Keywords: Morus alba, Moraceae, stem bark, phenolic glycosides, phenyl alcohol, flavonoids, hydrolysis, compound, proton, sample.
Drillstring vibration measurements detect bit stick-slip (1993)

A surface tool which measures downhole vibrations helps detect changes in torque and speed at the bit to eliminate the inefficient drilling condition, stick-slip. During stick-slip, the rotational speed at the surface remains constant while the rotational speed of the bit can vary from 0 rpm to several times the surface speed. This is the second of two articles on the use of the drilling dynamics sub to measure drillstring vibrations. The first article covered detection of various inefficient drilling conditions. This article describes the dynameter tool, torsional vibrations, rotational speed, lubricants, the weight on the bit, and remedies.
PageRank without hyperlinks (2005)

Inspired by the PageRank and HITS (hubs and authorities) algorithms for Web search, we propose a structural re-ranking approach to ad hoc information retrieval: we reorder the documents in an initially retrieved set by exploiting asymmetric relationships between them. Specifically, we consider generation links, which indicate that the language model induced from one document assigns high probability to the text of another; in doing so, we take care to prevent bias against long documents. We study a number of re-ranking criteria based on measures of centrality in the graphs formed by generation links, and show that integrating centrality into standard language-model-based retrieval is quite effective at improving precision at top ranks.
The EEG and MEG, Using a Model of Eccentric Spheres to Describe the Head (1987)

Two spherical models describing the head are used to compute EEG's and MEG's for current dipolar sources located in the visual cortex area. In one of the models, the spheres are concentric, in the other eccentric, fitting the compartment boundaries of the head best in the source area. In forward computations, a strong dependency on the volume conductor model is found for the EEG's, but not for the MEG's. The dependency of the EEG due to realistic values of the eccentricities of the spheres is in accordance with experiments described in the literature. All spheres are obtained by means of a least squares fitting algorithm in which the points on the surface boundaries, used to fit the sphere, may move within an interval determined by the measuring inaccuracy. This strategy used in the fitting algorithm is shown to give considerably better results than the one normally used.
Development of high efficiency thermoelectric generators using advanced thermoelectric materials (1998)

Despite their relatively low efficiency, thermoelectric generators are used in a limited number of industrial applications where they are preferred to other energy conversion devices because of their high reliability, low maintenance and long life, in particular when considering harsh environments. New more efficient thermoelectric materials and devices are needed to expand the range of application of thermoelectric generators. Several new terrestrial applications requiring higher efficiency generators have been recently described in the literature. Heat sources for these applications range from low grade waste heat at 325–350 K up to 850 to 1100 K for heat recovery from processing plants of combustible solid waste. Commercial thermoelectric generators are usually built using Bi2Te3- or PbTe-based alloys depending on the maximum hot side temperature. A new approach consisting of using new high performance thermoelectric materials developed at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) and operating the generator over a larger temperature difference is presented. By using novel segmented legs based on a combination of state-of-the-art thermoelectric materials and p-type Zn4−xCdxSb3 alloys, p-type CeFe4Sb12-based alloys and n-type CoSb3-based alloys, an increase in the thermoelectric materials conversion efficiency of about 60% is expected compared to Bi2Te3- and PbTe-based generators. The maximum thermoelectric materials efficiency will be about 20% for the optimum generator configuration. Various issues related to the fabrication of new segmented legs, including bonding and temperature stability tests, will be briefly discussed.
Homolytic reactions of perfluoroaromatic compounds. Part II. Reactions of perfluorobenzoyl peroxide with aromatic compounds (1970)

Perfluorobenzoyl peroxide decomposes in benzene and in nitrobenzene at 80° to give mainly pentafluorobiaryls and pentafluorobenzoic acid. In hexafluorobenzene the main product is a high-boiling residue, and in chloro- and bromo-benzene pentafluorobenzoic acid and phenyl pentafluorobenzoate are formed. The latter product must arise by benzoyloxylation of the halogenobenzenes at the 1-position. The results are discussed.
Modern techniques for enhancing reproduction in suckler cattle systems (1989)

For those involved in suckler cattle systems, there are likely to be several new opportunities for increasing production efficiency in the years ahead. As a result of recent developments in embryo production technology the future is likely to see embryo transfer being used on an increasing scale and eventually taking over from artificial insemination as a major factor influencing the production of beef calves. Sex control techniques, applied to sperm or to embryos, are likely to be of particular value in making bull calves available for twinning or heifer calves for once-bred heifer production systems. The paper examines the various possibilities for applying reproductive technology in enhancing fertility, controlling oestrus and ovulation, inducing twin births, increasing the efficiency of once-calved heifer production systems,in the application of cloning techniques and the use of recombinant DNA technology.
ChemInform Abstract: 1,2‐Tetramethyleneimidazole Derivatives. (1996)

Abstract ChemInform is a weekly Abstracting Service, delivering concise information at a glance that was extracted from about 100 leading journals. To access a ChemInform Abstract of an article which was published elsewhere, please select a “Full Text” option. The original article is trackable via the “References” option.
Rapid Amidoiytic Assay of Protein C in Whole Plasma Using an Activator from the Venom of Agkistrodon Contortrix (1987)

A rapid assay for protein C activity in whole plasma using a protein C activator from the venom of Agkistrodon contortrix is described. Plasma samples are incubated with venom activator in the presence and absence of anti-protein C antibody for 8 minutes at 37 degrees C in microtiter plate wells, followed by addition of a chromogenic substrate for activated protein C and measurement of the absorbance at 405 nm after 10-20 minutes incubation at 37 degrees C. The difference in absorbance between plasma assayed in the presence and absence of anti-protein C antibody is used to calculate the protein C activity by reference to a dilution curve of normal plasma. With this assay, mean protein C activity in 33 normal subjects was 87%. Thirty-eight patients receiving warfarin had a mean protein C of 34%. Twenty-four patients with disseminated intravascular coagulation had a mean protein C of 24%. The venom activator appears to preferentially activate gamma-carboxylated protein C, indicating specificity for the physiologically active form of the molecule.
Ovine Abortion and Stillbirth due to Purulent Placentitis caused by <i>Yersinia pseudotuberculosis</i> (1984)

Yersinia pseudotuberculosis was isolated from an aborted placenta and stillborn lamb from a sheep flock having multiple abortions. Given intravenously, it caused elevated body temperatures and purulent placentitis in eight of nine ewes. Two ewes died following infection at 2.5 months of gestation. Two ewes infected at 3.5 months gestation aborted; three infected at four months gave birth to weak, premature, or moribund lambs. One ewe infected at 4.5 months gave birth to a healthy lamb. One lamb which died minutes after birth had focal necrotizing hepatitis, a lesion observed in a stillborn lamb during the original disease outbreak. Y. pseudotuberculosis was reisolated from endometrial, placental, and fetal lesions of experimentally infected animals.
The Effect on the Product Recognition by Form and Color Mode of FMCG Package (2011)

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Helping Students Understand Divine Truth (2010)

Elder Scott continued: "Will you pray for guidance in how to have truth sink deep into the minds and hearts of your students so as to be used throughout life?As you prayerfully seek ways to do that, I know that the Lord will guide you.The solution will vary for different individuals, but you will come to understand how to do it.Make your objective to help students understand, retain, and use divine truth.Keep that objective foremost in every aspect of your preparation and teaching." 2 Note that in this short excerpt Elder Scott asked us to do two things.First, he implored us to correct the "tragic misunderstanding" that our job is simply to get the material into the students' notebooks without encumbering their minds and memories.Second, he invited us to pray for guidance in getting the truth to sink deeply into the minds and the hearts of our students.Elder Scott has given
Wireless channel allocation using an auction algorithm (2006)

We develop a novel auction-based algorithm to allow users to fairly compete for a wireless fading channel. We use the second-price auction mechanism whereby user bids for the channel, during each time slot, based on the fade state of the channel, and the user that makes the highest bid wins use of the channel by paying the second highest bid. Under the assumption that each user has a limited budget for bidding, we show the existence of a Nash equilibrium strategy, and the Nash equilibrium leads to a unique allocation for certain channel state distribution, such as the exponential distribution and the uniform distribution over [0, 1]. For uniformly distributed channel state, we establish that the aggregate throughput received by the users using the Nash equilibrium strategy is at least 3/4 of what can be obtained using an optimal centralized allocation that does not take fairness into account. We also show that the Nash equilibrium strategy leads to an allocation that is Pareto optimal (i.e., it is impossible to make some users better off without making some other users worse off). Based on the Nash equilibrium strategies of the second-price auction with money constraint, we further propose a centralized opportunistic scheduler that does not suffer the shortcomings associated with the proportional fair scheduler.
Application of Parent-Child UAV Tasking For Wildfire Detection and Response (2008)

In recent years, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have become a dominant force in the aerospace industry. Recent technological developments have moved these aircraft from remote operation roles to more active response missions. Of particular interest is the possibility of applying UAVs toward solving complex problems in long-endurance missions. Under that belief, the feasibility of utilizing UAVs for wildfire detection and response was investigated in a partnership that included NASA’s Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate and Science Mission Directorate, and the United States Forest Service. Under NASA’s Intelligent Mission Management (IMM) project, research was conducted to develop a mission architecture that would enable use of a high altitude UAV to search for reported wildfires with a separate low altitude UAV supporting ground assets. This research proposes a “straw man” concept incorporating both a High Altitude Long Endurance (HALE) UAV and a Low Altitude Short Endurance (LASE) UAV in a loosely coupled, low cost solution tailored towards wildfire response. This report identifies the communications architecture, algorithms, and required system configuration that meets the outlined goals of the IMM project by mitigating wildfires and addressing the United States Forest Service immediate needs. The end product is a defined parent-child framework capable of meeting all wildfire mission goals. The concept has been implemented in simulation, the results of which are presented in this report.
Industrial Applications of X-Ray Methods for Measuring Plating Thickness (1960)

Abstract Calibration procedures and data are presented for plating thickness measurements of gold, silver, tin, and nickel on copper, brass, and steel basis metals. Both emission and absorption techniques are described, and examples are given of measurements on thicknesses from 10 to 600 millionths of an inch. The use is shown of masking and integrating techniques for curved or unusual shapes. For the special problem of duplex platings, which have two metals each varying in thickness, the K α /K β absorption ratio and the L α /L β emission ratio are compared with conventional absorption and emission techniques. Optical and chemical determinations are shown to be less precise as well as considerably slower than X-ray measurements on the same piece. Examples are given of the use of X-ray measurements to study fundamentals of plating processes, such as barrel-plating thickness distributions and variation of thickness across a surface, as well as to study processes such as wear or porosity.
Learning Enhanced 3D Models for Vehicle Tracking (1998)

This paper presents an enhanced hypothesis verification strategy for 3D object recognition. A new learning methodology is presented which integrates the traditional dichotomic object-centred and appearance-based representations in computer vision giving improved hypothesis verification under iconic matching. The appearance of a 3D object is learnt using an eigenspace representation obtained as it is tracked through a scene. The feature representation implicitly models the background and the objects observed enabling the segmentation of the objects from the background. The method is shown to enhance model-based tracking, particularly in the presence of clutter and occlusion, and to provide a basis for identification. The unified approach is discussed in the context of the traffic surveillance domain. The approach is demonstrated on real-world image sequences and compared to previous (edge-based) iconic evaluation techniques.