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Video compression is a fundamental topic in the visual intelligence, bridging visual signal sensing/capturing and high-level visual analytics. The broad success of artificial intelligence (AI) technology has enriched the horizon of video compression into novel paradigms by leveraging end-to-end optimized neural models. In this survey, we first provide a comprehensive and systematic overview of recent literature on end-to-end optimized learned video coding, covering the spectrum of pioneering efforts in both uni-directional and bi-directional prediction based compression model designation. We further delve into the optimization techniques employed in learned video compression (LVC), emphasizing their technical innovations, advantages. Some standardization progress is also reported. Furthermore, we investigate the system design and hardware implementation challenges of the LVC inclusively. Finally, we present the extensive simulation results to demonstrate the superior compression performance of LVC models, addressing the question that why learned codecs and AI-based video technology would have with broad impact on future visual intelligence research.

<p>Ontario released its first Poverty Reduction Strategy (PRS) in 2008. This paper will map out the development and evolution of the Ontario PRS in the context of the emergence of poverty reduction strategies more broadly. The neoliberal context out of which these poverty reduction strategies emerged will be explored. The conceptualization of poverty based on social inclusion and exclusion will also be discussed within the neoliberal era.</p>

Kecerdasan spiritual adalah kemampuan seseorang dalam mengolah nilai,norma dan makna kehidupan. Kecerdasan ini mengarakan seseorang untuk berbuat lebih manusiawai sehingga dapat menjangkau nilai luhur yang mungkin belum tersentuh oleh akal pikiran manusia. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui kecerdasan spiritual pada anggota Kerukunan Generasi Muda Poso Morowali Di Tondano Dan Tomohon. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian adalah kualitatif fenomenologi. Dalam pengumpulan data pada peneliti menggunakan 3 teknik yaitu : wawancara,observasi dan dokementasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukan kecerdasan spiritual yang berbeda-beda ada yang sudah baik ada pula yang memerlukan bimbingan lebih lanjut dalam meningkatkan kecerdasan spiritualnya, dengan berdasarkan pada aspek kecerdasan spiritual yang dikemukakan oleh Zohar dan Marshal.Kata Kunci : Kecerdasan Spiritual,Kerukunan Generasi Muda Poso Morowali

Background:Coronary angiography and viability testing are the cornerstones of diagnosing and managing ischemic cardiomyopathy. At present, no single test serves both needs. Coronary wave intensity analysis interrogates both contractility and microvascular physiology of the subtended myocardium and therefore has the potential to fulfil the goal of completely assessing coronary physiology and myocardial viability in a single procedure. We hypothesized that coronary wave intensity analysis measured during coronary angiography would predict viability with a similar accuracy to late-gadolinium–enhanced cardiac magnetic resonance imaging.Methods:Patients with a left ventricular ejection fraction ≤40% and extensive coronary disease were enrolled. Coronary wave intensity analysis was assessed during cardiac catheterization at rest, during adenosine-induced hyperemia, and during low-dose dobutamine stress using a dual pressure-Doppler sensing coronary guidewire. Scar burden was assessed with cardiac magnetic resonance imaging. Regional left ventricular function was assessed at baseline and 6-month follow-up after optimization of medical-therapy±revascularization, using transthoracic echocardiography. The primary outcome was myocardial viability, determined by the retrospective observation of functional recovery.Results:Forty participants underwent baseline physiology, cardiac magnetic resonance imaging, and echocardiography, and 30 had echocardiography at 6 months; 21/42 territories were viable on follow-up echocardiography. Resting backward compression wave energy was significantly greater in viable than in nonviable territories (−5240±3772 versus −1873±1605 W m−2 s−1, P<0.001), and had comparable accuracy to cardiac magnetic resonance imaging for predicting viability (area under the curve 0.812 versus 0.757, P=0.649); a threshold of −2500 W m−2 s−1 had 86% sensitivity and 76% specificity.Conclusions:Backward compression wave energy has accuracy similar to that of late-gadolinium–enhanced cardiac magnetic resonance imaging in the prediction of viability. Coronary wave intensity analysis has the potential to streamline the management of ischemic cardiomyopathy, in a manner analogous to the effect of fractional flow reserve on the management of stable angina.

A state of the art process has been carried out to inform and improve the assessment and efficien cy of Reclaimed Asphalt (RA) containing Polymer Modified Bitumen (PMB) in multiple recycling of asphalt mixtures. The methodology developed included detailed laboratory investigation of the fundamental properties of RA containing PMBs and those of the binders recovered from various stages of sample manufacturing and after ageing processes. Laboratory manufactured asphalt mixtures were evaluated for stiffness, water sensitivity and deformation resistance. The key findings from this project show that asphalt mixtures produced using 50% PMB-RA have comparable mechanical properties to the mixtures containing 100% primary components (control). The recyclability assessment indicated that the desired rheological properties of the PMB were largely maintained after multiple recycling for asphalt mixtures incorporating highly polymer modified PMB. The findings from this work show the feasibility of improving sustainability by using high levels of RA with PMB.

&lt;p class="15bIsiAbstractBInggris"&gt;&lt;span lang="EN-US"&gt;Competition between educational institutions with one another is inevitable, so marketing strategies for educational institutions is an absolute must (Afrida, 2018: 1). Marketing of educational services in new student admissions is a decisive moment for universities to try to screen students according to the required capacity. The purpose of this study is to find out, analyze, understand and assess how the influence of Branding Image and what marketing strategies are applied during the pandemic at private universities in the Bogor area. This research belongs to the type of qualitative research, while the research method used is case study research. The data collected using observation, interview, and documentation techniques. Brand Image or brand image that has been trying to convey to the wider community has been successfully accepted. For example, when people, especially students, hear the word campus abbreviation, they immediately remember that the university is a university that has affordable prices for all levels of society, has excellent facilities such as large buildings, and has good quality. Brand image in the decision making of students choosing a campus is highly considered by students, they choose this college because they consider the costs that must be incurred during college, they see a very large building, and hear recommendations from their friends that the college is a quality campus. .&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

Abstract: The research is aimed at knowing the role of supervision of the principal in the effort of upgrading the performance of the teacher at Vocational Middle School St. Joseph Blitar. The research uses the qualitative approach, with the method of the case study of Robert K. Yin with six steps of the research: plan, design, prepare, collect, analyze, and share. The act of determining the source in this research uses purposive sampling. The technique of gathering data uses three methods: interview, observation and study documentation. The result of the research shows that: first, the carrying out of the diagnosis with regards to the problem of teaching of the teachers at Vocational Middle School St. Joseph Blitar could be seen by (a) gathering data of the performance of the teachers, (b) breaking down into its parts the problem of the performance of the teachers,(c) making the criteria for the conclusion. Second, the improvement of the teaching of the teachers at Vocational Middle School St. Joseph Blitar can be seen from (a) preparing an alternative solution to the problem of the performance of teachers, (b) evaluating the strength and weakness of each of the alternative solution the problem, (c) making the recommendation. Third, formation as a continuous measure to solve the problem of the teaching of the teachers can be seen from (a) applying the decision, (b) monitoring, (c) evaluation of the implementation of the decision.&#x0D; Abstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui peran pengawasan kepala sekolah dalam upaya meningkatkan kinerja guru di SMK St. Joseph - Blitar. Peneliti menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif, dengan metode studi kasus Robert K. Yin dengan enam langkah penelitian yaitu: merencanakan, merancang, mempersiapkan, mengumpulkan, menganalisis, dan berbagi. Tindakan menentukan sumber dalam penelitian ini menggunakan purposive sampling. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan tiga metode: wawancara, observasi dan studi dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa: pertama, pelaksanaan diagnosis masalah pengajaran guru-guru SMK St. Yusup Kota Blitar dapat dilihat dengan adanya proses: (a) mengumpulkan data dari kinerja guru, (b) pemetaan masalah kinerja guru, (c) merumuskan masalah dan penyebab masalah kinerja guru. Kedua, perbaikan permasalahan mengajar guru-guru SMK St. Yusup Blitar dapat dilihat dari: (a) menyiapkan solusi alternatif untuk masalah mengajar guru, (b) mengevaluasi kekuatan dan kelemahan solusi alternative, (c) membuat rekomendasi. Ketiga, langkah pembinaan untuk menyelesaikan masalah mengajar guru dapat dilihat dari: (a) menerapkan keputusan program pembinaan, (b) pemantauan program pembinaan, (c) evaluasi pelaksanaan program pembinaan.&#x0D;

Bei Bränden ist nicht die Hitze, sondern in der Regel die sehr schnell und in großen Volumen freigesetzten Rauchgase das größte Problem. Die Sichtweite wird kurzfristig so stark reduziert, dass sowohl die Selbst- und Fremdrettung als auch der Löschangriff stark behindert wird. Die Feuerversicherer wissen, dass Rauchschäden oft die teuersten Folgen eines Brandes sind. Rauchgase behindern nicht nur die Sicht, sondern auch die Atmung der Menschen. Ein alter Feuerwehrspruch beschreibt dies so: Fünf Atemzüge in den Rauchgasen reichen oft schon für den Tod. Rauch- und Wärmeabzugsanlagen sind damit im Brandfall sehr wichtige Anlagen zur Unterstützung der Flucht und Rettung, für den Löschangriff und im Sachschutz und auch zur Unternehmenssicherung. Je nach Größe und Nutzung der zu schützenden Räume sind sehr unterschiedliche Ausführungen zum Rauchabzug, zum Wärmeabzug oder auch zur Rauchfreihaltung notwendig und umzusetzen. In dem Beitrag Rauch- und Wärmeabzug findet der Leser die wesentlichen Anwendungsbereiche meist auch ergänzt durch Ausführungsbeispiele~-- vom Treppenraum eines größeren Wohngebäudes bis zum Sicherheitstreppenraum eines Hochhauses, von der Industriehalle bis zur Versammlungs- oder Verkaufsstätte, von der Tiefgarage bis hin zum Hochregallager. Auch die relevante Bauordnung und die aktuellen Normen und Richtlinien werden erläutert und am Beispiel einer Industriehalle die einzelnen Planungsschritte für eine RWA dargestellt.

Abstract BackgroundThis study used quantitative and qualitative research methods to analyze how acute hepatic porphyria (AHP) affects patients with varying annualized porphyria attack rates (AARs). The overall impact of AHP on patients and caregivers, including their quality of life, was explored. The nature and treatment of acute attacks, experiences of long-term heme arginate treatment and access to other appropriate treatment, as well as the extent of, and treatment for, chronic symptoms, were also included within this study. MethodsPatient and caregiver data were collected via an online survey of members of the British Porphyria Association, followed by an optional one-hour telephone interview. ResultsThirty-eight patients and 10 caregivers responded to the survey. Of those, 10 patients and three caregivers completed follow-up interviews. Overall, 19 patients (50%) had experienced an acute attack within the previous two years, and the severity and types of symptoms experienced during or between acute attacks varied considerably. There was no clear definition among patients or caregivers of a ‘mild’ or ‘severe’ attack. Treatment used to manage attacks also varied, and previous experience with hospital care while managing an attack also affected whether a patient chose to return to hospital or manage the attack at home. Managing the attack at home is therefore not a signifier of the severity of the attack itself. Ninety-four percent of patients also experienced chronic symptoms, which were as varied as acute attacks. Pain was the predominant chronic symptom and was managed with opioids in severe cases. Regardless of AAR, porphyria heavily impacted the daily lives of patients and caregivers. Although patients experiencing frequent attacks generally endured a greater impact on their daily life, patients with less frequent attacks also experienced impacts on all domains (social, pain, discomfort, mobility, diet, relationship with family, relationships, psychological wellbeing, finances, employment and study). Caregivers were most affected in finance, relationships with family and employment domains, and just over half of the caregivers reported a moderate impact on their psychological wellbeing. Conclusions/implicationsThe burden of illness with AHP is high across all patients, regardless of frequency of attacks, and AHP negatively affects patients and caregivers alike.