jimnoneill/paper-to-field-training huggingface dataset:
Performance and competitive orientation: team dynamics in test match cricket

Field: Social Sciences (Social Sciences)

Purpose The aim of this paper is to examine the relationship between the diversity of team composition and the outcome enjoyed by those teams in test match cricket by using performance and competitiveness variables. Design/methodology/approach The paper examines 100 test matches over 13 years played by eight test match‐playing countries. It draws on 12 measures of performance and 12 measures of competitiveness across more than 130 players. Findings The paper finds that there is a link between diversity and outcome, but it is not always clear as to which direction that relationship lies. Team characteristics are found to be a function of member characteristics and not a simple aggregate. Research limitations/implications The findings of the paper are probably not generalisable outside of international test match cricket. Practical implication The paper provides evidence that suggests that, in developing sporting teams, consideration must be given as to which activities are more important in delivering outcomes. Originality/value The paper adds to the literature on team dynamics in terms of theory and sporting context.
Analysis of the Combination of Vendor and Consultant Executors Through Risk Management Moderation on Decision Making for the Development of the E-Procurement System at PT XYZ

Field: Decision Sciences (Social Sciences)

The selection of potential executor combinations is the initial stage in planning the development of an e-procurement system. The aim is to conduct studies and analyze each combination of executor vendors and consultants based on their impact and scale of importance on cost, time, quality, and flexibility. This study will lead to selecting a recommended combination with the least risk value and the most important based on the current conditions of PT XYZ. The method used in this research is a quantitative method with the MANOVA test to assess differences in the influence of each executor combination on costs, time, quality, and flexibility. Next, a risk analysis is carried out using the FMEA method to assess the Risk Priority Index and determine risk mitigation. After that, the best combination of executors is selected based on the risk value and the interest scale. The research results show that there are differences in the influence on cost and quality of all combinations of executors, but different combinations of executors do not have a different influence on time and specificity. The results of the risk analysis show that there are influences of risk management in the relationship between each type of executor on costs, time, quality, and flexibility, which can be seen from the decrease in the Risk Priority Index value for each risk event that has been identified due to risk mitigation. Finally, the results of selecting potential executor combinations using AHP show that combination 8 is the first potential with a value of 0.136, followed by combination 5 in second place with a value of 0.112, and third place is achieved by combination 7 with a value of 0.111. The fourth, fifth, and sixth places are each occupied by Combination 3 with a value of 0.101; combination 2 with a value of 0.098; and combination 1 with a value of 0.097.
Effects of Polysaccharide Extracted from Traditional Chinese Medical Herbs on the translation rate of blood lymphocyt and ND-HI antibody titer in Chickens

Field: Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics (Life Sciences)

To observe the influence caused by Chinese herbs compound polysaccharides、astragalus polysaccharides(APS)、angeulica polysaccharides(ASP)、epimedium herb polysaccharides(EPS) to the immunity function of healthy Roman chicken.To divide two hundred and sixty one-day-old chickens in thirteen groups at a random distribution and each group has 20 chickens.Then,the physiological saline、Chinese herbs compound polysaccharides、APS、ASP and EPS should be hypodermical injected for seven days continuously,and the draw blood on the 7th、14th 、21st 、28th 、35th 、42th、49th、56th to evaluate the activity of the translation rate of blood lymphocyt and ND-HI antibody titers in chickens.The results of the experiment showed the translation rate of blood lymphocyte and ND-HI antibody titers increased after the use of Chinese herbs compound polysaccharides、APS、ASP、EPS to the chickens.Chinese herbs compound polysaccharides has more effective function to the higher the translation rate of blood lymphocyte and ND-HI antibody titers than others.Chinese herbs compound polysaccharides、APS、ASP and EPS can higher the immunity function of the chicken.Chinese herbs compound polysaccharides is the strangest one among them.
Gaussian process hyper-parameter estimation using parallel asymptotically independent Markov sampling

Field: Computer Science (Physical Sciences)

Gaussian process emulators of computationally expensive computer codes provide fast statistical approximations to model physical processes. The training of these surrogates depends on the set of design points chosen to run the simulator. Due to computational cost, such training set is bound to be limited and quantifying the resulting uncertainty in the hyper-parameters of the emulator by uni-modal distributions is likely to induce bias. In order to quantify this uncertainty, this paper proposes a computationally efficient sampler based on an extension of Asymptotically Independent Markov Sampling, a recently developed algorithm for Bayesian inference. Structural uncertainty of the emulator is obtained as a by-product of the Bayesian treatment of the hyper-parameters. Additionally, the user can choose to perform stochastic optimisation to sample from a neighbourhood of the Maximum a Posteriori estimate, even in the presence of multimodality. Model uncertainty is also acknowledged through numerical stabilisation measures by including a nugget term in the formulation of the probability model. The efficiency of the proposed sampler is illustrated in examples where multi-modal distributions are encountered. For the purpose of reproducibility, further development, and use in other applications the code used to generate the examples is freely available for download at https://github.com/agarbuno/paims_codes
Characterization of 5HT3 Receptor Mediated Electrical Responses in Nodose Ganglion Neurones and Clonal Neuroblastoma Cells Maintained in Culture

Field: Neuroscience (Life Sciences)

Voltage-clamped adult rabbit nodose ganglion (NG) neurones and murine NlE-115 neuroblastoma cells respond to locally applied 5-HT with an inward current response mediated by the opening of 5-HT3 receptor-linked cation selective ion channels. 5-HT-induced currents reversed in sign at a potential close to 0 mV and desensitized rapidly. The conductance of the 5-HT3 receptor ion channel complex in NlE-115 cells ( ~ 0.3 pS) was estimated to be approximately 155-fold lower than that found in rabbit NG neurones ( ~ 17.0 pS). Ondansetron and metoclopramide demonstrated similar IC50 values in blocking 5-HT-induced currents in the two cell types, but the antagonist potencies of (+)-tubocurarine and cocaine in NlE-115 cells (IC50 values 0.85 nM and 7.9 μM respectively) were different to those determined in rabbit NG neurones (160 nM and 80 nM) under similar recording conditions. The relative contributions of species and tissue differences to these discrepancies are discussed, together with preliminary data obtained from guinea-pig nodose ganglion neurones, which suggests the former to be an important variable.
Computing in arithmetic groups with Voronoi's algorithm

Field: Mathematics (Physical Sciences)

We describe an algorithm, meant to be very general, to compute a presentation of the group of units of an order in a (semi)simple algebra over Q. Our method is based on a generalisation of Voronoï's algorithm for computing perfect forms, combined with Bass-Serre theory. It differs essentially from previously known methods to deal with such questions, e.g. for units in quaternion algebras. We illustrate this new algorithm by a series of examples where the computations are carried out completely.
Scalable Traffic Signal Controls Using Fog-Cloud Based Multiagent Reinforcement Learning

Field: Computer Science (Physical Sciences)

Optimizing traffic signal control (TSC) at intersections continues to pose a challenging problem, particularly for large-scale traffic networks. It has been shown in past research that it is feasible to optimize the operations of individual TSC systems or a small collection of such systems. However, it has been computationally difficult to scale these solution approaches to large networks partly due to the curse of dimensionality that is encountered as the number of intersections increases. Fortunately, recent studies have recognized the potential of exploiting advancements in deep and reinforcement learning to address this problem, and some preliminary successes have been achieved in this regard. However, facilitating such intelligent solution approaches may require large amounts of infrastructure investments such as roadside units (RSUs) and drones, to ensure that connectivity is available across all intersections in the large network. This represents an investment that may be burdensome for the road agency. As such, this study builds on recent work to present a scalable TSC model that may reduce the number of enabling infrastructure that is required. This is achieved using graph attention networks (GATs) to serve as the neural network for deep reinforcement learning. GAT helps to maintain the graph topology of the traffic network while disregarding any irrelevant information. A case study is carried out to demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed model, and the results show much promise. The overall research outcome suggests that by decomposing large networks using fog nodes, the proposed fog-based graphic RL (FG-RL) model can be easily applied to scale into larger traffic networks.
EVALUATION OF FRUIT AND SEED YIELD AS WELL AS POSTHARVEST QUALITY OF SOME NEW GENOTYPES OF OKRA [Abelmoschus esculentus (L.) MOENCH]

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences (Life Sciences)

The present study was carried out during the two successive summer seasons of 2008 and 2009 at Sabahia Horticultural Research Station, Alexandria, Egypt.This investigation aimed to evaluate five genotypes of okra for their edible pods and seed yields as well as fruit post harvest quality.It was found that Alexandria 1 cultivar gave the highest mean values for edible pod length, number of early edible pods/plant, and total edible pod yield (kg/fed).Alexandria 2 cultivar had the highest mean values for early edible pod yield (kg/fed).Line 1 gave the highest mean values for number of mature pods/ plant; in addition, it was significantly equal to Alexandria 1 cultivar regarding pod length, and Alexandria 2 cultivar concerning weight of 100 seeds.Line2 exhibited the highest mean values for total number of edible pods/plant, number of seeds/pod, and total seed yield (kg/fed).Line 3 showed the highest mean values for edible pod weight, but, it gave the lowest percentage of dry matter in edible pods comparing with the other genotypes.Pod color of Alexandria 1 cultivar was light green.But, it was dark green in lines 1 and 3, and medium green in Alexandria 2 cultivar and line 2. The storage period had significant effects on all chemical traits of okra pods.Total carbohydrate percentage decreased as the period of storage was prolonged.Significant losses were incident after 3 and 6 days of storage.In addition, the significant difference was recorded after 3 days of storage regarding dry matter percentage, where it decreased in all genotypes except for line 2.Meanwhile, contents of crude fibers in okra pods increased as the period of storage was prolonged till 6 days then decreased after 9 days.Also, total crude protein content of okra pods increased as the period of storage was prolonged.Significant increase was incident after 9 days of storage.
Design of Mobile Robot Automatic Navigation System Based on ROS

Field: Computer Science (Physical Sciences)

Mobile robot is the key equipment of flexible production system, flexible handling system and automatic storage system. As an important bridge connecting logistics and production, mobile robot can effectively improve the production efficiency of manufacturing enterprises and reduce production costs. Under the background of the close combination of information technology and manufacturing industry, higher requirements are put forward for its automation and intelligence. Aiming at the problem of large error accumulation caused by the existing navigation methods using odometer navigation and GPS navigation technology, this paper takes Turtlebot3-waffle mobile robot as the research object and carries out the research of automatic navigation system. Firstly, the basic motion and attitude are analyzed, and the forward and inverse kinematics models and dead reckoning formulas are established. Then, the core algorithms of map building, autonomous positioning and autonomous navigation are studied, and several simulation environments are established on the ROS simulation platform to verify the algorithms. Finally, an autonomous navigation simulation system is built on the ROS platform, and the laser radar SLAM map based on gmapping algorithm is constructed for the established simulation environment model, and the automatic navigation function is simulated by using the map. In the experiment, the robot successfully planned the corresponding local path and global path and successfully reached the navigation target point, which verified the feasibility and effectiveness of the automatic navigation system. It provides a reference for the research of mobile robot automatic navigation system.
Effect of mode and source of iron nano particles on the biological properties of the calcareous soil

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences (Life Sciences)

The effect of mode and source of iron application on biological properties was evaluated in the green house experiment along with the different sources i.e. nano Fe2O3 and FeSO4 in the calcareous soil with wheat as test crop during kharif season of 2014, New Delhi. Application of FeSO4 through both soil and foliar modes significantly increased the dehydrogenase activity by 53 and 38%; whereas application of iron nano particles at 0.3 mg Kg-1 though soil enhanced the activity by 26% over the control. Foliar application of 0.2% mg Fe either through FeSO4 and Fe2O3 (nano) doses were exhibited the similar response of towards the microbial biomass carbon during the entire crop growth stages. Salts of FeSO4 and nano Fe2O3 did not influence both the bacterial and fungal population in the calcareous soil. Overall results revealed that the application of lower doses of nano Fe2O3 through foliar and soil showed non-significant and negative impact on soil biological properties.
Physical properties of oils and mixtures of oils

Field: Chemistry (Physical Sciences)

Abstract The physical properties of palm, palm kernel and coconut oils are reviewed and compared and contrasted with the properties of other oils and fats. More information is available for palm oil than for the other two. The properties of mixtures of the oils also are considered, especially mixtures of palm and palm kernel oils in which a eutectic interaction occurs. Basic physical properties considered are density, specific heat, heat of fusion and viscosity. Where appropriate, data is tabulated in SI and Imperial units. Experimental methods used for determining melting points and solid fat contents are discussed and the empirical nature of the results emphasized. Wiley melting points and Slip melting points, and Solid Fat Content by NMR and Solid Fat Index by dilatometry, are compared and comparative data given. For palm oil, detailed olein and stearin information is presented. The phase behavior and polymorphism of the three oils is reviewed. Special attention is given to the post‐hardening phenomenon in palm oil and the effects of diglycerides and storage time on phase behavior.
An Elusive Identity

Field: Arts and Humanities (Social Sciences)

When news of Lawrence's death reached England in 1930 it was hard for his contemporaries to judge the extent of their loss—or even to know what name he might be remembered by. To anyone who, like Helen Corke, had known him as a teacher and friend, and who learned to respect his intelligence, he had always been 'David'. To those who came across him casually in everyday life in his home village, he was 'Bert'—or in later years (retrospectively, and with a touch of patronage)—'poor old Bert'. His wife, for whom he always had a touch of Italian glamour, would call him 'Lorenzo'. The range of names did justice to the elusiveness often experienced by anyone who tried to tie him down to a firm identity. For the literary world, meanwhile, he would continue to be simply 'Lawrence'; he himself would avoid even that labelling (and for that matter any ambiguity) by simply combining his surname with his initials.
Response of insect activity rhythms to altered gravitational environments.

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences (Life Sciences)

Researchers describe the development of the Beetle Activity Monitor (BAM), constructed to support an experiment with the desert beetle, Trigonoscelis gigas, proposed for the NASA-Mir program. The BAM tracks beetle movement via a wheel which turns as the animal moves in the cage. In addition to design features that conform to shuttle specifications and animal housing standards, it holds a maximum number of animals, allows for continuous recording of activity, and provides a controlled lighting environment. An experiment with 32 beetles collected data in 5-minute increments for animals exposed to constant darkness and 12-hour light-dark periods. Results of this experiment indicate that the light-dark cycle entrained the beetle circadian rhythm.
A Rare Case of Clostridium difficile Colitis after Treatment of Helicobacter pylori Gastritis with Metronidazole-containing Regimen

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Purpose: As a first-line therapy for Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection, bismuth quadruple regimen (omeprazole, bismuth, metronidazole, tetracycline) has been widely used. Metronidazole is also used as first line treatment of Clostridium difficile (C. diff) colitis. C. diff are anaerobic, spore-forming bacilli which cause severe diarrhea, and are the leading cause of colitis in the world. Disruption of the protective colonic flora by broad spectrum antibiotics is the most common predisposing factor to C. diff infection. Most C. diff colitis are from hospitals; however, community-acquired cases have been increasing in patients with diminished immune status such as pregnancy, inflammatory bowel disease, antineoplastic medications, or elderly. Here, we report a rare case of community-acquired C. diff colitis three weeks after finishing ten days of bismuth quadruple therapy for H. pylori gastritis. Case report: A 62-year-old healthy Asian male complained of epigastric discomfort and heart burning for several years. Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) showed diffuse gastritis with H. pylori infection. He received the treatment containing bismuth, metronidazole, tetracycline, and esomeprazole for total of 10 days. Three weeks after finishing the bismuth quadruple treatment, the patient developed smallvolume watery diarrhea with blood and mucus in the stool up to 15 times, associated with acute left lower quadrant crampy abdominal pain, tenesmus, nausea, vomiting, anorexia, and fever up to 102.3 F. Laboratory showed leukocytosis with white blood cell 13,000/ul, hypoalbuminemia (serum albumin level 3.2 gm/dL), elevated ALT (77 U/L), and elevated serum lactate level (2.4 mmol/L). CT abdomen and pelvis showed a thickened segment of proximal descending colon. The patient was treated with metronidazole 500 mg every eight hours, and aggressive hydration. Real-time polymerase chain reaction was positive for C. diff toxins. Stool exams were negative for other enteric pathogens. Abdominal pain and bloody, watery diarrhea improved significantly after 24 hours of treatment by metronidazole. The patient continued taking metronidazole 500 mg orally every eight hours for a total of 14 days after discharge. Diarrhea completely stopped. Urea breath test one month later was negative. Conclusion: Although metronidazole is the treatment for C. diff, patients can still acquire C. diff colitis with H. pylori treatment regimen containing metronidazole. Randomized controlled clinical trials have suggested that concomitant probiotic use with multiple antibiotics and PPIs is helpful in reducing antibiotic-induced gastrointestinal side effects, including C. diff colitis. Thus, adding probiotic to H. pylori treatment regimen could be considered in the future.
Nutritional, physical, and sensory properties of fish crackers produced from thehead of catfish (Clarias gariepinus)

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences (Life Sciences)

Catfish heads are a common byproduct of large-scale catfish processing, known for their rich nutritional content. However, despite their potential to be processed into food products such as crackers, catfish heads remain relatively underused. This study aimed to produce crackers made from catfish heads and evaluate the nutritional, physical, and sensory properties of the crackers. After the preparation of catfish head flour (CHF) and catfish head crackers (CHC), the crackers were analysed with various ratios of tapioca flour (TF) to CHF: CHC 0 (100: 0), CHC 1 (90:10), CHC 2 (80:20), CHC 3 (70:30), and CHC 4 (60:40). The examination of the nutritional, physical, and sensory properties showed that the CHF had high protein (30.89% db), calcium (21.83% db), and phosphorus (10.26% db) values, with the CHC 3 having higher protein, calcium, and phosphorus contents than the control group (p<0.05). The CHC 3 also exhibited good colours and textures, in addition to its superiority in all sensory attributes. In light of this analysis, the CHC 3 was indeed the best cracker processing. This study indicates that catfish heads as food ingredients can serve as nutritious crackers preferred by the panelists.
Three New Species of Neocalyptrocalyx (Capparaceae) for South America

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences (Life Sciences)

Abstract— Neocalyptrocalyx (Capparaceae) is a Neotropical genus that comprises eleven species that occur in the lowlands of Brazil, Guyana, French Guyana, Suriname, Venezuela, and Ecuador. The study of collections deposited in herbaria added to field observations allowed the recognition of three species as new to science, and those are formally presented here: Neocalyptrocalyx aequatoriensis , known only from eastern Ecuador, Neocalyptrocalyx atlanticum from the Atlantic Forest, and Neocalyptrocalyx polycataphyllus from the Brazilian Amazonia. Neocalyptrocalyx aequatoriensis represents the new westernmost boundary for the genus and the first generic record for Ecuador. We present diagnoses, descriptions, ink illustrations, field photos, distribution maps, notes on ecology, habitat, morphology, phenology, conservation status, and a key to distinguish the new species from related species.