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Adaptive power-line disturbance detection scheme using a prediction error filter and a stop-and-go CA CFAR detector (1999)

This paper presents a new power-line disturbance detection algorithm. The utilized recursive least square (RLS) prediction error filter extracts the power-line disturbance signal from recorded data, and the modified stop-and-go cell average constant false alarm rate (CA CFAR) detector makes a decision based on the squared output of the previous stage. The detection performance of the proposed algorithm is determined by simulations, and actual high voltage transmission line data is utilized to demonstrate the performance of the proposed algorithm.
Case 35-1986 (1986)

Presentation of CaseA 70-year-old woman was admitted to the hospital because of fever of unknown origin.She was in a stable state of health until eight weeks earlier, when she began to experience increasing fatigue. During the next two weeks a nonproductive cough developed, with rise of the temperature as high as 38.4°C, chilliness, sweats, malaise, and a severe headache over the right ear and the occiput. A physician prescribed erythromycin, without improvement, and she was admitted to another hospital. Urinalysis was normal. The hematocrit was 31.5 percent; the white-cell count was 7500, with 86 percent neutrophils. The erythrocyte . . .
Transcriptional regulation of the apolipoprotein A-IV gene involves synergism between a proximal orphan receptor response element and a distant enhancer located in the upstream promoter region of the apolipoprotein C-III gene (1994)

Apolipoprotein A-IV expression is limited to intestinal and hepatic cells, suggesting a tissue specific transcriptional regulation of its gene. To investigate the mechanism controlling apo A-IV transcription we have analysed its promoter region by in vitro DNA binding and transient transfection experiments. DNase I footprinting analysis of the proximal promoter with rat liver nuclear extracts revealed four protected regions: AIVA (-32 to -22), AIVB (-84 to -42), AIVC (-148 to -92) and AIVD (-274 to -250). Element AIVC which is necessary for maximal promoter activity, binds HNF-4, Arp-1 and Ear-3 with similar affinity in a mutually exclusive manner. HNF-4 transactivated chimeric constructs containing intact AIVC site in the context of either the apo A-IV promoter or the heterologous thymidine kinase minimal promoter, while Arp-1 and Ear-3 repressed this activation. Increasing amounts of HNF-4 alleviated Arp-1 or Ear-3 mediated repression, suggesting that the observed opposing effects is a result of direct competition of these factors for the same recognition site. In transient transfection assays the apo A-IV promoter region (-700 to +10) had a very low activity in cells of hepatic (HepG2) and intestinal (CaCo2) origin. This activity was increased 13 to 18-fold when the upstream elements of the distantly linked apo C-III gene were fused to the proximal promoter. Results obtained with different 5' and 3' deletion constructs indicated that the cis-acting elements F to J between the nucleotides -500 and -890 of the apo C-III promoter were absolutely necessary to drive maximal enhancement in HepG2 and CaCo2 cells. The apo C-III upstream elements enhanced the activity of the minimal AdML promoter or the apo A-IV site C mutant less efficiently than the intact apo A-IV or AdML promoter constructs containing single HNF-4 sites. The findings suggest that the enhancer effect is mediated by synergistic interactions between the trans-acting factors which recognize the apo C-III regulatory elements and HNF-4 which binds to the proximal apo A-IV promoter.
Management and Coordination Framework for Aerial-Terrestrial Smart Drone Networks (2015)

According to the paradigm of Internet of Mobile Things, the paper proposes and investigates a novel framework to support the management and the collaboration of Mobile Smart Objects (MSOs) considered as terrestrial and aerial drones (i.e., UAVs, UGVs) with embedded sensors and/or actuators that can move autonomously remaining always connected, accessible and controllable. The proposed framework allows (i) the network setup and maintenance of smart drones (ii) the mission assignment to a group of smart drones, (iii) the task/role assignment to the different drones involved into a particular mission and (iv) the task/role rearrangement according to specific executive parameters and system conditions (i.e., residual energy, computational power, abilities offered by specific on board sensors). To evaluate the effectiveness and the reliability of the proposed framework, a real testbed was realized using drones commonly available on the market.
Biosynthesis of Strawberry Aroma Compounds through Amino Acid Metabolism (2002)

The fate of amino acids in relation to aroma biogenesis was studied in strawberries using the in vitro growth approach. This fruit presented differences in the level of metabolization for different amino acids. Incubations of strawberries with L-isoleucine gave rise to an increase of fourteen compounds in this fruit aroma, either not detected previously or constituents of strawberry aroma. However, L-valine incubations did not provide a significant change in this fruit aroma. Strawberry feeding with L-isoleucine resulted in a 7-fold increase in the sum of 2-methylbutanoate esters, and a double production of 2-methylbutyl esters compared to those of control fruits. Around 94% of the ester increase corresponded to 2-methylbutanoates, with ethyl 2-methylbutanoate being the most representative compound (92%). On the other hand, among the 2-methylbutyl esters, comprising around 6% of total aroma volatiles increase, 2-methylbutyl acetate was the major compound (95%) arising from L-isoleucine strawberry feeding. The role of enzymatic activities within the amino acid metabolic pathway in strawberry fruits is discussed.
Experimental Demonstration of Real-Time Optical OFDM Transmission at 11.25 Gb/s Over 500-m MMFs Employing Directly Modulated DFB Lasers (2010)

The fastest ever 11.25-Gb/s real-time end-to-end optical orthogonal frequency-division-multiplexing (OOFDM) transmission over 500-m multimode fibers (MMFs) with a high electrical spectral efficiency of 5.625 bit/s/Hz is experimentally demonstrated, for the first time, in a simple intensity modulation and direct detection (IMDD) system employing a directly modulated distributed-feedback (DFB) laser. An optical power budget as high as 12 dB is achieved with a minimum received optical power of -6.3 dBm for a total channel bit-error rate of 1 × 10 <sup xmlns:mml="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink">-3</sup> . The field programmable gate array (FPGA)-based OOFDM transceivers also have functionalities including variable power loading, performance monitoring, and on-line parameter adjustment.
Example Based Repetitive Structure Synthesis (2015)

Abstract We present an example based geometry synthesis approach for generating general repetitive structures. Our model is based on a meshless representation, unifying and extending previous synthesis methods. Structures in the example and output are converted into a functional representation, where the functions are defined by point locations and attributes. We then formulate synthesis as a minimization problem where patches from the output function are matched to those of the example. As compared to existing repetitive structure synthesis methods, the new algorithm offers several advantages. It handles general discrete and continuous structures, and their mixtures in the same framework. The smooth formulation leads to employing robust optimization procedures in the algorithm. Equipped with an accurate patch similarity measure and dedicated sampling control, the algorithm preserves local structures accurately, regardless of the initial distribution of output points. It can also progressively synthesize output structures in given subspaces, allowing users to interactively control and guide the synthesis in real‐time. We present various results for continuous/discrete structures and their mixtures, residing on curves, submanifolds, volumes, and general subspaces, some of which are generated interactively.
Characterization of <i>Saccharomyces cerevisiae</i> strains displaying high-level or low-level resistance to trichothecene antibiotics (1990)

Biochemical and genetic analyses have been carried out on Saccharomyces cerevisiae strains characterized in vivo as sensitive, low-level-resistant or high-level-resistant to trichothecene antibiotics. Levels of drug resistance in vitro were determined for each strain and for suitable diploids derived from them. Ribosome biogenesis was also studied in selected haploids. It is suggested that resistance in all cases results from a mutation in the gene encoding ribosomal protein L3. If this is indeed the situation, then different mutations in this same gene not only can cause low-level or high-level resistance to trichothecene antibiotics but also can affect the maturation of either 40 S or 60 S ribosomal subunits.
Optimized T-cell receptor-mimic chimeric antigen receptor T cells directed toward the intracellular Wilms Tumor 1 antigen (2016)

CD19-directed chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T cells are clinically effective in a limited set of leukemia patients. However, CAR T-cell therapy thus far has been largely restricted to targeting extracellular tumor-associated antigens (TAA). Herein, we report a T-cell receptor-mimic (TCRm) CAR, termed WT1-28z, that is reactive to a peptide portion of the intracellular onco-protein Wilms Tumor 1(WT1), as it is expressed on the surface of the tumor cell in the context of HLA-A*02:01. T cells modified to express WT1-28z specifically targeted and lysed HLA-A*02:01+ WT1+ tumors and enhanced survival of mice engrafted with HLA-A*02:01+, WT1+ leukemia or ovarian tumors. This in vivo functional validation of TCRm CAR T cells provides the proof-of-concept necessary to expand the range of TAA that can be effectively targeted for immunotherapy to include attractive intracellular targets, and may hold great potential to expand on the success of CAR T-cell therapy.
Stress-Induced Voiding in Microelectronic Metallization: Void Growth Models and Refinements (1996)

▪ Abstract The phase-field method has recently emerged as a powerful computational approach to modeling and predicting mesoscale morphological and microstructure evolution in materials. It describes a microstructure using a set of conserved and ...Read More
Correlation of abnormal intracranial vessel velocity, measured by transcranial Doppler ultrasonography, with abnormal conjunctival vessel velocity, measured by computer-assisted intravital microscopy, in sickle cell disease (2001)

The Stroke Prevention Trial has confirmed that utilization of transcranial Doppler ultrasonography (TCD), which examines blood flow in large intracranial vessels, can identify children with sickle cell disease (SCD) who are at high risk of developing a premature stroke. It is not known to what extent the vasculopathy in SCD involves small vessels and whether the abnormalities, if present, correlate with large-vessel vasculopathy. Eighteen children with SCD were examined with TCD to determine middle cerebral artery (MCA) velocity and computer-assisted intravital microscopy (CAIM) to determine bulbar conjunctival vessel velocity during the same visit for vasculopathy correlation. High MCA velocity (> or = 200 cm/sec) was found by TCD in 4 patients who also showed abnormal conjunctival velocity (< 0.2 mm/sec or intermittent trickle flow) by CAIM. Three patients had conditional (> or = 170 cm/sec and < 200 cm/sec) MCA velocity: 2 showed abnormal (trickle) and 1 showed normal conjunctival velocity (1.9 mm/sec). One patient with unmeasurable MCA velocity had abnormal (trickle) conjunctival velocity. Of the remaining 10 patients who had normal MCA velocity, 2 showed abnormal (0.05 mm/sec and 0.1 mm/sec) and 8 showed normal conjunctival velocities (1.1-2.4 mm/sec). The MCA velocities correlated significantly with bulbar conjunctival flow velocities (P < or =.008, Fisher exact test). A correlation exists between MCA (large-vessel) and conjunctival (small-vessel) flow velocities. CAIM is a noninvasive quantitative technique that might contribute to the identification of SCD patients at high risk of stroke. Small-vessel vasculopathy might be an important pathological indicator and should be further explored in a large-scale study. (Blood. 2001;97:3401-3404)
Quantifying Query Ambiguity with Topic Distributions (2016)

Query ambiguity is a useful metric for search engines to understand users' intents. Existing methods quantify query ambiguity by calculating an entropy of clicks. These methods assign each click to a one-hot vector corresponding to some mutually exclusive groups. However, they cannot incorporate non-obvious structures such as similarity among documents. In this paper, we propose a new approach for quantifying query ambiguity using topic distributions. We show that it is a natural extension of an existing entropy-based method. Further, we use our approach to achieve topic-based extensions of major existing entropy-based methods. Through an evaluation using e-commerce search logs combined with human judgments, our approach successfully extended existing entropy-based methods and improved the quality of query ambiguity measurements.
Controlled Release of Acyclovir Through Bioengineered Corneal Implantswith Silica Nanoparticle Carriers (2010)

Herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection is the most common cause of corneal blindness in the Western world. Despite effective anti-viral drugs such as acyclovir (ACV), disease recurrence due to the virus establishing latency within the corneal nerves and possibly cells makes treatment very challenging. Furthermore, although effective, current systemic and topical preparations of anti-viral drugs do not appear to deliver sufficient quantities to the cornea to prevent reactivation. Current treatment for HSV vision loss is transplantation with donor corneas, but the surgery itself can reactivate viruses. We examined the feasibility of preventing viral reactivation during surgery, by sustained delivery of ACV introduced during corneal transplantation surgery, through encapsulation of the drug within silica (SiO2) nanoparticles (NP) incorporated into biosynthetic alternatives to donor corneas. We show that incorporation of NPs did not affect optical clarity of the collagen-based corneal substitutes nor their biocompatibility. NP-encapsulation effectively sustained ACV release from the biosynthetic implants over 10 days, compared to free ACV incorporated directly into the hydrogel constructs. The NP-enabled sustained release resulted in effective prevention of virally-induced cell death, not observed with the free drug. This early model demonstrates the feasibility of using biomimetic corneal substitutes that incorporate a drug release system (e.g. silica nanoparticles encapsulating ACV) as future alternatives to human donor tissue grafts, for transplantation of HSV-infected corneas.
Attenuated total reflection Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy for on-chip monitoring of solute concentrations (2010)

We report a cost-efficient Attenuated Total Reflection Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (ATR-FTIR) method for monitoring concentrations of solutes in solutions flowing through microfluidic channels. The method allows rapid acquisition of spectra and enables chemical characterisation and concentration measurements that are independent of the flow rate of liquids. The method enables independent measurement of concentrations of solutes with distinct spectral features in mixed solutions. For the polymer solutes studied in the present work, the method has a sensitivity of at least 10 microM (0.01 wt%). We also propose the applicability of the method for the differentiation between dissolved and adsorbed amphiphilic species.
New strategies for employment? internet skills and online privacy practices during people's job search (2013)

How does online know-how relate to people's tendencies to manage their privacy? A survey of a diverse group of young adults' online skills and privacy practices reveals patterns of online privacy management, specifically with job search in mind. Findings suggest that women, Whites, and those with higher Internet privacy skills are more likely to manage their online profiles actively.
Tuning Photophysical and Electrochemical Properties of Heteroleptic Cationic Iridium(III) Complexes Containing Substituted 2-Phenylquinoxaline and Biimidazole (2010)

Design and syntheses of four red phosphorescent heteroleptic cationic iridium(III) complexes containing two substituted phenylquinoxaline (pqx) or benzo[b]thiophen-2-yl-pyridin (btp) main ligands and one 2,2'-biimidazole (H2biim) ancillary ligand are reported: [<TEX>$(pqx)_2$</TEX>Ir(biim)]Cl (1), [<TEX>$(dmpqx)_2$</TEX>Ir(biim)]Cl (2), [<TEX>$(dfpqx)_2$</TEX>Ir(biim)]Cl (3), [<TEX>$(btp)_2$</TEX>Ir(biim)]Cl (4). Complex 1 showed a distorted octahedral geometry around the iridium(III) metal ion with cis metallated carbons and trans nitrogen atoms. The absorption, emission and electrochemical properties were systematically evaluated. The complexes exhibited red phosphorescence in the spectral range of 580 to 620 nm with high quantum efficiencies of 0.58 - 0.78 in both solution and solid-state at room temperature depending on the cyclometalated main ligands. The cyclic voltammetry of the complexes (1-3) showed a metal-centered irreversible oxidation in the range of 1.40 to 1.90 V as well as two quasi reversible reduction waves from -1.15 to -1.45 V attributed to the sequential addition of two electrons to the more electron accepting heterocyclic portion of two distinctive cyclometalated main ligands, whereas complex 4 showed a reversible oxidation potential at 1.24 V and irreversible reduction waves at -1.80 V.
L'interprétation des énoncés (1979)

Wilson Deirdre, Sperber Dan. L'interprétation des énoncés. In: Communications, 30, 1979. La conversation. pp. 80-94.
Tissue transformation mold design and stereolithography fabrication (2017)

Purpose To obtain a vascularized autologous bone graft by in-vivo tissue transformation, a biocompatible tissue transformation mold (TTM) is needed. An ideal TTM is of high geometric accuracy and X-ray radiolucent for monitoring the bone tissue formation. The purpose of this study is to present the TTM design and fabrication process, using 3D reconstruction, stereolithography (SLA) and silicone molding. Design/methodology/approach The rat mandible, the targeted bone graft, was scanned by micro-computed tomography (CT). From the micro-CT images, the 3D mandible model was identified and used as the cavity geometry to design the TTM. The TTM was fabricated by molding the biocompatible and radiolucent silicone in the SLA molds. This TTM was implanted in a rat for in vivo tests on its biocompatibility and X-ray radiolucency. Findings SLA can fabricate the TTM with a cavity shape that accurately replicates that of the rat mandible. The bone formation inside of the silicone TTM can be observed by X-ray. The TTM is feasible for in vivo tissue transformation for vascularized bone reconstruction. Research limitations/implications Research of the dimensional and geometrical accuracy of the TTM cavity is required in the future study of this process. Practical implications The TTM fabricated in this presented approach has been used for in-vivo tissue transformation. This technique can be implemented for bone reconstruction. Originality/value The precision fabrication of the TTMs for in-vivo tissue transformation into autogenous vascularized bone grafts with complex structures was achieved by using SLA, micro-CT and silicone molding.
Banking on Gambling: Banks and Lottery-Linked Deposit Accounts (2001)

Deposit accounts that provide an interest return determined by a lottery have proved to be popular around the world. From the point of view of a bank, these products are especially successful among relatively low-income customers, or in markets in which many people are outside the banking system. Below, we describe numerous examples of such accounts, and analyze their economics.
Performance Optimization of Induction Motor-Pump System Using Photovoltaic Energy Source (1987)

The optimization of a photovoltaic pumping system based on an induction motor driven pump that is powered by a solar array is presented in this paper. The motor-pump subsystem is analyzed from the point of view of optimizing the power requirement of the induction motor, which has led to an optimum u-f relationship useful in controlling the motor. The complete pumping system is implemented using a dc-dc converter, a three-phase inverter, and an induction motor-pump set. The dc-dc converter is used as a power conditioner and its duty cycle is controlled so as to match the load to the array. A microprocessor-based controller is used to carry out the load-matching.
Transgenic Mice Expressing Cre-Recombinase Specifically in M- or S-Cone Photoreceptors (2003)

Lines of transgenic mice that specifically express functional Cre-recombinase in M- or S-cones were established in this study. Because mutations in several widely expressed genes lead to photoreceptor degeneration, these transgenic mice should be valuable in generating conditional mutants to investigate the function of various genes specifically in cone photoreceptors.
An analysis of CCD camera noise and its effect on pressure sensitive paint instrumentation system signal-to-noise ratio (2002)

Quantitative pressure measurements can be acquired by pressure sensitive paint (PSP) instrumentation systems incorporating charge-coupled devices (CCD) for PSP photoluminescence image detection. However, intrinsic CCD noise corrupts the PSP image, manifesting in erroneous measurements of pressure and the corresponding coefficient of pressure (C/sub p/). This manifestation is analyzed and quantified in terms of PSP image signal-to-noise ratio (SNR). The image acquisition and processing requirements maximizing a PSP image's SNR are determined. Specific attention is given to the PSP image calibration or flat fielding for CCD scene noise. This algebraic calibration is standard practice in quantitative CCD imaging. However, when applied to PSP images, subtleties arise due to the relative motion between wind-on and wind-off images used in the PSP ratio method. By averaging images and calibrating them for scene noise before ratioing, these subtleties are addressed and the following are true. The PSP C/sub p/ uncertainty will be determined by the image least averaged. Therefore, the mean flat field image must be based on 5 and 50 times more samples than the mean raw PSP image to be within 10% and 1% of the theoretically minimum uncertainty, respectively.