gebhart/patrepeval huggingface dataset:
Interactively building a discriminative vocabulary of nameable attributes (2011)

Human-nameable visual attributes offer many advantages when used as mid-level features for object recognition, but existing techniques to gather relevant attributes can be inefficient (costing substantial effort or expertise) and/or insufficient (descriptive properties need not be discriminative). We introduce an approach to define a vocabulary of attributes that is both human understandable and discriminative. The system takes object/scene-labeled images as input, and returns as output a set of attributes elicited from human annotators that distinguish the categories of interest. To ensure a compact vocabulary and efficient use of annotators' effort, we 1) show how to actively augment the vocabulary such that new attributes resolve inter-class confusions, and 2) propose a novel “nameability” manifold that prioritizes candidate attributes by their likelihood of being associated with a nameable property. We demonstrate the approach with multiple datasets, and show its clear advantages over baselines that lack a nameability model or rely on a list of expert-provided attributes.
Minimal residual disease (1999)

Monitoring of residual disease in patients with malignant hematologic disorders has been recognized as an important diagnostic tool for assessment of the response to treatment and the individual risk of relapse. In a number of malignancies, employment of sensitive techniques permitting the identification of tumor cells within a 10(4)-fold or greater excess of normal cells revealed that the presence and persistence of residual disease at this level does not necessarily imply inevitable relapse. Several studies demonstrated that surveillance of persisting neoplastic cells by quantitative techniques can provide prognostically relevant information on the sensitivity of the malignant population to the treatment applied and the biologic behavior of the residual tumor cell clone during and after therapy. It has been shown in different types of leukemia that investigation of the level or the dynamics of residual disease by sensitive and quantitative approaches can provide a basis for clinical decision making.
Antipsychotic medication adherence, cocaine use, and recidivism among a parolee sample (2004)

This study examined the independent and interactive associations between cocaine use and antipsychotic medication adherence in predicting 12 month criminal recidivism among a sample of mentally ill parolees (N = 200). Consistent with prior research, cocaine use (based on hair assays) was associated with more than a threefold increase (relative to non-cocaine users) in the likelihood of a parolee being returned to custody during the follow-up period. Although medication adherence (based on urine specimens) was not independently associated with a significant reduction in recidivism risk, the interaction between cocaine use and medication adherence was significant, revealing a disproportionate impact of medication adherence specific to cocaine users. Prediction models of recidivism based on self-reported measures of medication adherence and cocaine use revealed only marginally significant trends for cocaine use, no effect for adherence, and no significant interaction between these two predictors.
Analysis of MANET Protocols Using OPNET (2009)

A Mobile Ad hoc Network (MANET) is characterized by multi-hop wireless connectivity, frequently changing network topology with mobile nodes and the efficiency of the dynamic routing protocol plays an important role in the performance of the network. In this paper, the performance of five routing protocols for MANET is compared by using OPNET modeler: AODV, DSR, GRP, OLSR and TORA. The various performance metrics are examined, such as packet delivery ratio, end-to-end delay and routing overhead with varying data traffic, number of nodes and mobility. In our simulation results, OLSR shows the best performance in terms of data delivery ratio in static networks, while AODV has the best performance in mobile networks with moderate data traffic. When comparing proactive protocols (OLSR, GRP) and reactive protocols (AODV, DSR) with varying data traffic in the static networks, proactive protocols consistently presents almost constant overhead while the reactive protocols show a sharp increase to some extent. When comparing each of proactive protocols in static and mobile networks, OLSR is better than GRP in the delivery ratio while overhead is more. As for reactive protocols, DSR outperforms AODV under the moderate data traffic in static networks because it exploits caching aggressively and maintains multiple routes per destination. However, this advantage turns into disadvantage in high mobility networks since the chance of the cached routes becoming stale increases.
Chemical microstructure of polymer chains (1980)

Determination of Structure-Property Relationships in Polymers. Probability Applied to Polymerization. Theory of the Characterization of Polymer Microstructure. Multicomponent Copolymerization Theory. Copolymer Microstructure and Its Experimental Treatment. Chemical and Physical Methods of Determining Polymer Microstructure. Vibrational Spectroscopy of Polymers. Nuclear Magnetic Resonance of Polymer Chains. Chain Isomerism through Monomer Enchainment. Chain Isomerism Involving Stereoconfiguration. Chain Isomerism Due to Branching in Polymers. References. Index.
Novel composite structure Nd:YAG gain media for high power scaling of side-pumped configurations (2000)

We test two novel, side-pumped fused and optically contacted composite Nd:YAG slabs where the laser mode propagates parallel to the layer boundaries. Although these composite rods provide output and beam quality comparable to standard side pumped rods, we measure significant beam distortion near layer boundaries. We show through detailed calculation and experiment that scattering near layer boundaries in these composite structures is mostly due to the small index of refraction difference between Nd:YAG and undoped YAG.
c-fos protooncogene is involved in the mitogenic effect of transforming growth factor-beta in osteoblastic cells. (1995)

We investigated the contribution of c-fos protooncogene in the mitogenic effect of transforming growth factor-beta (TGF beta) in serum-deprived, confluent rat calvaria osteoblastic cells. The TGF beta-induced growth in these cells was associated with an immediate and transient c-fos mRNA accumulation, similar to the inductive effect of fetal calf serum. To assess the role of c-fos in the response to TGF beta, we used a c-fos antisense (AS) oligonucleotide displaying duplex formation with rat c-fos mRNA. Studies of AS and sense (S) uptake by osteoblastic cells demonstrated that incorporation of labeled oligomers was maximal at 2 h, and the incorporated AS oligonucleotide remained intact for 24 h. Immunofluorescence analysis of c-Fos-labeled cells demonstrated that AS, but not S, oligonucleotide reduced c-Fos protein expression, suggesting specific efficient inhibition of c-fos translation by the AS oligomer. Proliferation assays showed that cell growth induced by fetal calf serum was inhibited by the AS, but not by the S oligonucleotide, in both normal rat osteoblasts and ROS 17/2.8 osteosarcoma cells, demonstrating efficient and specific blockage of cell growth by the AS oligomer. The mitogenic effect of TGF-beta was abolished in cells cultured in the presence of AS, whereas S had no effect, showing that c-fos is required for TGF beta-induced osteoblast cell growth. The results show that the induction of c-fos is implicated in the mitogenic effect of TGF beta in osteoblastic cells and provide a cellular mechanism involved in the response of these cells to TGF beta.
Are Small RNAs Associated with Crohn’s Disease? (1987)

Two-dimensional and bidirectional electrophoretic techniques previously developed for the specific detection of circular viroids and virusoids in plants material were used to analyze preparations of low molecular weight RNA from the granulomatous bowel tissue of patients with Crohn's disease and from corresponding tissue of healthy controls. A major and two minor RNA species of about 300 nucleotides length were detected in RNA samples from eight Crohn's disease patients and not in those from three healthy controls. It remains to be established whether these disease-associated RNAs with viroid-like electrophoretic properties play a causative role in Crohn's disease.
Enhancement of localization accuracy in cellular networks via cooperative ad-hoc links (2006)

Positioning information enables new applications for cellular phones, personal communication systems, and specialized mobile radios. The network heterogeneity emerging in the fourth generation (4G) of mobile networks can be utilized for enhancements of the location estimation accuracy. In this paper, we propose a method to perform the localization in a system based on the coexistence of the cellular and the ad-hoc links. The main contribution of this paper is the implementation and evaluation of an Extended Kalman Filter, which merges two available domains of measurements: the time difference of arrival and the received signal strength, respectively retrieved from the long- and the short-range segments. The simulation results show that the proposed localization system outperforms a stand-alone cellular system in the considered scenarios.
The Relative Role of Firm Incentives, Auditor Specialization, and Country Factors as Antecedents of Nonfinancial Audit Quality (2020)

SUMMARY This paper examines the antecedents of nonfinancial audit quality in the novel setting of sustainability assurance (SA). We proxy SA quality by a content analysis of 1,248 publicly available SA statements issued by a panel of G500 firms in the period 2005–2013. Our findings indicate that a higher emphasis on stakeholder engagement and executive compensation schemes linked to sustainability targets are significant internal client incentives for enhanced levels of SA quality. Our study also confirms the importance of supply-side factors, such as auditor competence and auditor specialization, in explaining the heterogeneity of (nonfinancial) audit quality. SA quality appears to be further strengthened if a country's institutional environment privileges the enforcement of a legal infrastructure aimed at the protection of social and environmental dimensions of corporate practices. Our results suggest the complement view of governance mechanisms proposed by Doidge, Karolyi, and Stulz (2007) applies in this emergent nonfinancial auditing market.
Los Toros de Guisando tienen un precio: Arqueología (1997)

La Diputacion de Avila quiere comprar los miticos Toros de Guisando, de propiedad privada. Su presidente, Sebastian Gonzalez, les ha puesto precio: entre diez y 15 millones de pesetas. Y afirma: Este es un reto prioritario para mi, el pueblo abulense y la Junta de Castilla y Leon
Inclusion body myopathy with paget disease of bone and frontotemporal dementia associated with a novel G156s mutation in the <i>VCP</i> gene (2013)

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ZigBee Wireless Sensor and Control Network (2009)

The First Practical Guide to Advanced Wireless Development with ZigBee Technologies Supported by more than a hundred companies, the new ZigBee standard enables powerful new wireless applications for safety, security, and control, ranging from smart energy to home automation and medical care to advanced remote control. ZigBee Wireless Sensor and Control Network brings together all the knowledge professionals need to start building effective ZigBee solutions. The only simple, concise guide to ZigBee architecture, concepts, networking, and applications, this book thoroughly explains the entire ZigBee protocol stack and covers issues ranging from routing to security. It also presents detailed, practical coverage of ZigBee features for home automation, smart energy networking, and consumer electronics. Topics include Fundamental wireless concepts: OSI Model, error detection, the ISM Band, modulation, WLAN, FHSS, DSSS, Wireless MANs, Bluetooth, and more ZigBee essentials: applications, characteristics, device types, topologies, protocol architecture, and expanded ZigBee PRO features Physical layer: includes frequency bands, data rate, channels, data/management services, transmitter power, and receiver sensitivity MAC layer: data/management services, MAC layer information base, access methods, and frames Network layer: data entities, NIB, device configuration, starting network, addressing, discovery, channel scanning, and more Application support sublayer and application layer: includes profiles, cluster format, attributes, device discovery, and binding ZigBee network security: includes encryption, trust center, security modes, and security management primitives Address assignment and routing techniques Alternative technologies: 6lowpan, WirelessHART, and Z-wave
Synthesis and Morphology of TiO2 Nanotubes by Anodic Oxidation Using Surfactant Based Fluorinated Electrolyte (2011)

This study examined the effects of the anodization parameters (both surfactant in electrolyte and applied voltage) on the geometrical dimensions of nanotubes. The nanotube topography, diameter, length and wall thickness were affected by the addition of a surfactant to the electrolyte and applied voltage. As a consequence, TiO2 nanotube arrays with mean tube diameters and wall thicknesses ranging from 65 to 120 nm and 20 to 28 nm, respectively, were obtained. The mean tube diameter was decreased by adding a surfactant to the electrolyte, whereas the length of the tube was increased. The nanotube diameter and length increased linearly with increasing applied potential. At 30 V, the tube to tube spacing was increased by adding a surfactant to the electrolyte. At 40 V, the tubular surface morphology collapsed completely when the electrolyte contained the surfactant but the tube length was not affected in the electrolyte without the surfactant. The TiO2 structure was dependent on the heating conditions; an amorphous and anatase phase was observed at room temperature and 500°C, respectively. The mean roughness (Ra) of the nanotube surface fabricated in the electrolyte with the surfactant was lower than that without the surfactant.
Nucleation and Growth of CdSe Nanocrystals in a Binary Ligand System (2005)

The competing effects of two ligands, oleic acid (OA) and bis-(2,2,4-trimethylpentyl) phosphinic acid (TMPPA), on the nucleation rate and growth of CdSe nanocrystals in octadecene are reported. It is found that TMPPA acts as a high boiling point "nonsolvent" or "nucleating agent". Addition of TMPPA leads to higher initial particle yields and smaller particle diameters. Conversely, oleic acid inhibits nucleation and results in a drastic increase in "early time ripening" (ETR), a phenomenon that causes a rapid reduction in the number of particles within the first minutes of reaction. By controlling the number of nuclei formed with TMPPA and tuning the rate of ETR with oleic acid, high yields of particles can be obtained with sizes between 3 and 7 nm. Furthermore, in the absence of OA, the preparation of very small nanocrystals with diameters approximately 2 nm is facilitated.
Cooperative diversity in carrier frequency offset (2007)

Cooperative diversity can enjoy the same benefits of MIMO systems when there is no possibility of carrying multiple antennas on a communication terminal. The main distinction between MIMO and cooperative diversity systems is the inherent asynchronism in the latter. We propose a model to study the effects of carrier frequency offset along with symbol asynchronism. Based on the proposed model, a Viterbi equalizer is utilized as a solution for demodulation. Through simulations, it is observed that such a solution suffers a graceful loss with increasing carrier frequency offset
Episodic memory of odors stratifies Alzheimer biomarkers in normal elderly (2016)

Selective impairment of episodic memory of odor percepts, relative to identification and discrimination of odor percepts revealed by this novel POEM battery, is associated with biomarkers of AD in a well-characterized pre-MCI population. These affordable, noninvasive olfactory tests offer potential to identify clinically normal individuals who have greater likelihood of future cognitive decline. Ann Neurol 2016;80:846-857.
Shear-dependent functions of the interaction between soluble von Willebrand factor and platelet glycoprotein Ib in mural thrombus formation on a collagen surface. (1999)

Recent flow studies have clearly established the function of von Willebrand factor (vWF) in initial platelet adhesion, in which the interaction of surface-immobilized vWF with platelet glycoprotein (GP) Ib, particularly at high shear rates, leads to the transient capture of flowing platelets onto the surface. This interaction is thought to trigger activation of platelet GP IIb/IIIa, leading to irreversible platelet adhesion and subsequent mural thrombus growth. The role of vWF-GP Ib interaction in secondary thrombus growth remains to be clarified, however. In this study, time-course images of the thrombus formation process were obtained using a whole blood flow system that allows real-time visualization of fluorescence-labeled platelet thrombus formation. The system employs a collagen-coated surface in a parallel plate flow chamber mounted on an epifluorescence microscope, which is then subjected to computer-assisted image analysis. In perfusion of blood preincubated with anti-vWF antibody NMC-4, which blocks the vWF-GP Ib interaction in solution, neither primary platelet adhesion nor subsequent thrombus growth on a collagen surface was detected at high shear rates (> or = 1210/s). In addition, even under experimental conditions in which initial platelet adhesion normally occurred, NMC-4-treated blood perfusion showed an apparent defect of secondary thrombus growth at the same high shear rates. The overall process of thrombus formation at low shear rates (< or = 340/s) was not affected by specific blockers of the vWF-GP Ib interaction. These findings indicate that, in addition to the interaction of surface-immobilized vWF with GP Ib in platelet adhesion, the interaction of soluble vWF with GP Ib is required for secondary thrombus growth selectively at high shear rates.
Joe Celko's SQL for Smarties: Advanced SQL Programming (1995)

SQL for Smarties was hailed as the first book devoted explicitly to the advanced techniques needed to transform an experienced SQL programmer into an expert. Now, 15 years later and in its fourth edition, this classic reference still reigns supreme as the only book written by a SQL master that teaches programmers and practitioners to become SQL masters themselves! These are not just tips and techniques; also offered are the best solutions to old and new challenges. Joe Celko conveys the way you need to think in order to get the most out of SQL programming efforts for both correctness and perfo
Via minimization with associated constraints in three-layer routing problem (2002)

Via minimization is the same as the layer assignment problem in VLSI or PCB routing. It consists of determining which layers can be used for routing the wire segments such that the number of vias can be minimized. A heuristic algorithm is presented to globally eliminate the vias in the three-layer channel routing. Some associated constraints, such as restricted terminals and adjacent limitation, are addressed extensively. According to the results, the algorithm is fast and efficient, thus generating very good results.< <ETX xmlns:mml="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink">></ETX>
Contamination versus preservation of cosmetics: a review on legislation, usage, infections, and contact allergy (2009)

Cosmetics with high water content are at a risk of being contaminated by micro-organisms that can alter the composition of the product or pose a health risk to the consumer. Pathogenic micro-organisms such as Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa are frequently found in contaminated cosmetics. In order to avoid contamination of cosmetics, the manufacturers add preservatives to their products. In the EU and the USA, cosmetics are under legislation and all preservatives must be safety evaluated by committees. There are several different preservatives available but the cosmetic market is dominated by a few preservatives: parabens, formaldehyde, formaldehyde releasers, and methylchloroisothiazolinone/methylisothiazolinone. Allergy to preservatives is one of the main reasons for contact eczema caused by cosmetics. Concentration of the same preservative in similar products varies greatly, and this may indicate that some cosmetic products are over preserved. As development and elicitation of contact allergy is dose dependent, over preservation of cosmetics potentially leads to increased incidences of contact allergy. Very few studies have investigated the antimicrobial efficiency of preservatives in cosmetics, but the results indicate that efficient preservation is obtainable with concentrations well below the maximum allowed.
Floating-point sparse matrix-vector multiply for FPGAs (2005)

Large, high density FPGAs with high local distributed memory bandwidth surpass the peak floating-point performance of high-end, general-purpose processors. Microprocessors do not deliver near their peak floating-point performance on efficient algorithms that use the Sparse Matrix-Vector Multiply (SMVM) kernel. In fact, it is not uncommon for microprocessors to yield only 10--20% of their peak floating-point performance when computing SMVM. We develop and analyze a scalable SMVM implementation on modern FPGAs and show that it can sustain high throughput, near peak, floating-point performance. For benchmark matrices from the Matrix Market Suite we project 1.5 double precision Gflops/FPGA for a single Virtex II 6000-4 and 12 double precision Gflops for 16 Virtex IIs (750Mflops/FPGA).