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Discrete Temporal Models of Social Networks
We propose a family of statistical models for social network evolution over
time, which represents an extension of Exponential Random Graph Models (ERGMs).
Many of the methods for ERGMs are readily adapted for these models, including
maximum likelihood estimation algorithms. We discuss models of this type and
their properties, and give examples, as well as a demonstration of their use
for hypothesis testing and classification. We believe our temporal ERG models
represent a useful new framework for modeling time-evolving social networks,
and rewiring networks from other domains such as gene regulation circuitry, and
communication networks
Cosmic string gravitational waves from global symmetry breaking as a probe of the type I seesaw scale
In type I seesaw models, the right-handed neutrinos are typically
super-heavy, consistent with the generation of baryon asymmetry via standard
leptogenesis. Primordial gravitational waves of cosmological origin provides a
new window to probe high scale physics, which would otherwise be inaccessible.
By considering a {\em global} extension of the type I seesaw
model, we explore the connection between neutrino mass and primordial
gravitational waves arising from the dynamics of global cosmic string network.
As a concrete example, we study a global extension of the Littlest
Seesaw model and show that the inevitable GW signals, if detectable, probe the
parameter space that can accommodate neutrino oscillation data and successful
leptogenesis, while respecting theoretical constraints like perturbativity of
the theory. Including CMB constraints from polarization and dark radiation
leaves a large regions of parameter space of the model, including the best fit
regions, which can be probed by GW detectors like LISA and ET in the near
future. In general, the GW detectors can test high scale type I seesaw models
with the heaviest right-handed neutrino mass above GeV,
assuming the perturbativity, and GeV assuming that the
coupling between the heaviest right-handed neutrino and the
breaking scalar is less than unity.Comment: 25 pages including references, 3 figures, comments are welcom
The role of supply chain leadership in the learning of sustainable practice: toward an integrated framework
AcceptedArticleNOTICE: this is the author’s version of a work that was accepted for publication in Journal of Cleaner Production. Changes resulting from the publishing process, such as peer review, editing, corrections, structural formatting, and other quality control mechanisms may not be reflected in this document. Changes may have been made to this work since it was submitted for publication. A definitive version was subsequently published in Journal of Cleaner Production doi:10.1016/j.jclepro.2014.10.029Sustainable supply chain management (SSCM) is a topic that has become increasingly important in recent years. However, very few papers focus on studying SSCM from both leadership and learning perspectives. In this research, we carry out a content-based literature review on the intersections of Supply Chain leadership, Supply Chain Learning and SSCM; we propose a conceptual framework on how focal companies assuming a leadership role initiate and disseminate sustainable practices in their supply chains. Three types of sustainable supply chain management (SSCM) strategies (i.e., reactive, contributive and proactive) have been identified in this research based on four dimensions of SSCM governance, supply chain learning, supply chain leadership and SSCM performance. It is argued that two new constructs of supply chain learning and supply chain leadership are an integral part of the SSCM conceptual framework developed from the literature and have significant implication to our understanding of SSCM
THE ROLE OF HUMERAL ELEVATION OF THE NON-THROWING ARM ON MAXIMUM BALL VELOCITY IN UNCONSTRAINED OVERARM THROW
The purpose of this study was to identify the role of humeral elevation of the non-throwing arm in relation to maximum ball velocity (MBV) in unconstrained overarm throws in children aged 12-14. 3D motion analysis was used to investigate the throwing technique of 144 students. The group was classified as ‘skilled’ or ‘less skilled’ based on MBV at release. Joints kinematics and timing of segmental sequencing (SS) based on maximum angular velocity (MAV) were quantified. Humeral elevation of the non-throwing arm had an important role in maximising ball release velocity. It had moderate to good correlation with MBV and MAV of other joints. ‘Skilled’ children were characterized by significantly more humeral elevation, MAV, faster humeral angular motions from an elevated position in the non-throwing arm and better SS in the throwing arm than the ‘less skilled’
Anti-colorectal cancer activity of an organometallic osmium arene azopyridine complex
This first in vivo antitumour activity for an organometallic osmium arene complex, [Os(eta(6)-p-cym)(4-(2-pyridylazo)-N,N-dimethylaniline)I]PF(6), is reported. The complex delays the growth of HCT116 human colon cancer xenografts in mice, with negligible toxicity. Its activity appears to involve redox mechanisms and its potency towards A2780 ovarian and A549 lung cancer cells is increased significantly in combination with L-buthionine-sulfoximine
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