A mathematical model for the analysis of variation in discourse

2001 ◽  
Vol 37 (3) ◽  
pp. 527-550 ◽  
Author(s):  
JESÚS ROMERO TRILLO
Keyword(s):  
Mathematical Model ◽  
Present Article ◽  
Discourse Markers ◽  
Linguistic Variation ◽  
Essential Characteristic ◽  
Spoken Discourse ◽  
Discourse Variation ◽  
Analysis Of Variation

The present article discusses the notion of variation in discourse as an essential characteristic of language and the linguistic parameters that can be used for its study. The article describes the different traditions in the study of variation and places special emphasis on the role of prosodic analysis in the study of spoken discourse. The study explores the use of discourse markers in the London-Lund Corpus and describes their linguistic variation by introducing the notion of APPROPRIATENESS. This notion, which combines the quantitative and qualitative presence of elements in discourse, is based on a mathematical index that can describe discourse variation with a sound systematic criterion.

scholarly journals Functional-Communicative Study of Adversative and Causal Discourse Markers

2013 ◽  
Vol 9 (1-2 (11)) ◽  
pp. 62-67
Author(s):  
Siranush Khandanyan ◽  
Liza Mardoyan
Keyword(s):  
Present Article ◽  
Discourse Markers ◽  
Communicative Function

The present article highlights the main problems related to the functional-communicative study and causal discourse markers. Both markers are widely applied in English textual and communicative discourses. The functional-communicative nature of the markers has been examined with reference to dialogues and monologues in fiction. The latter make it possible to clarify the importance of the adversative and causal discourse markers in the organization of the overall discourse. A number of features typical of both adversative and causal markers are revealed due to the context. In case of heavy dependence on the context, the markers do not perform a wide communicative function, for example in monologues, whereas in dialogues the role of the communicative function is enhanced.

The Impact of Light Polarisation on Light Field of Scenes with Multiple Reflections

2020 ◽  
pp. 108-115 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vladimir P. Budak ◽  
Anton V. Grimaylo
Keyword(s):  
Mathematical Model ◽  
Light Field ◽  
Global Illumination ◽  
Multiple Reflections ◽  
Software Environment ◽  
The Monte Carlo Method ◽  
Mueller Matrices ◽  
Volume Integration ◽  
The Impact

The article describes the role of polarisation in calculation of multiple reflections. A mathematical model of multiple reflections based on the Stokes vector for beam description and Mueller matrices for description of surface properties is presented. On the basis of this model, the global illumination equation is generalised for the polarisation case and is resolved into volume integration. This allows us to obtain an expression for the Monte Carlo method local estimates and to use them for evaluation of light distribution in the scene with consideration of polarisation. The obtained mathematical model was implemented in the software environment using the example of a scene with its surfaces having both diffuse and regular components of reflection. The results presented in the article show that the calculation difference may reach 30 % when polarisation is taken into consideration as compared to standard modelling.

An approach to the clinical manifestation of Rupavriddhi Rupahani Rupantara in Avarana

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dr. Sharanamma . ◽  
Dr. A. S. Prashanth ◽  
Dr. S. G. Chavan
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Clinical Study ◽  
Present Article ◽  
Clinical Manifestation ◽  
Basic Concept ◽  
Favorable Condition ◽  
Wrong Diagnosis

Ayurveda believes in different pathology which sets in different Srotas to produce different diseases. Whenever a favorable condition and situation arise, diseases will manifest. Nanatmaja Vikara, Anubandha, Gatavata and Avarana are different pathologies explained in Ayurveda. Avarana is one of the most difficult concept to understand teach and incorporate in clinical practice. It is either least observed, diagnosed or goes unidentified due to lack of skill. To understand and analyze the Avarana, Meticulous knowledge of basic concept of Ayurveda is essential. It is assumed that symptoms complex in Avarana leads to misunderstanding, wrong diagnosis and sometimes end with complications. The symptoms produced in Avarana are based on the principles of Rupahani (Karmakshaya), Rupavriddi (Karmavriddhi) and Rupantara (Anya Karma). The present article is an attempt made to have a critical clinical study of role of Avarana in the manifestation of Rupavriddhi, Rupahani, Rupantara.

Introduction: Kinship Bereavement in Later Life

1997 ◽  
Vol 35 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brian De Vries
Keyword(s):  
Adult Child ◽  
Later Life ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Traumatic Grief ◽  
Death Of A Parent ◽  
De Vries ◽  
Longitudinal Effects ◽  
Analysis Of Variation

This article introduces a volume devoted to the examination of later-life bereavement: an analysis of variation in cause, course, and consequence. Six articles address and represent this variation and comprise this volume: 1) Prigerson et al. present case histories of the traumatic grief of spouses; 2) Hays et al. highlight the bereavement experiences of siblings in contrast to those spouses and friends; 3) Moss et al. address the role of gender in middle-aged children's responses to parent death; 4) Bower focuses on the language adopted by these adult children in accepting the death of a parent; 5) de Vries et al. explore the long-term, longitudinal effects on the psychological and somatic functioning of parents following the death of an adult child; and 6) Fry presents the short-term and longitudinal reactions of grandparents to the death of a grandchild. A concluding article is offered by de Vries stressing both the unique and common features of these varied bereavement experiences touching on some of the empirical issues and suggesting potential implications and applications.

scholarly journals The Role of lncRNA in the Development of Tumors, Including Breast Cancer

2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (16) ◽  
pp. 8427
Author(s):  
Beata Smolarz ◽  
Anna Zadrożna-Nowak ◽  
Hanna Romanowicz
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Breast Carcinoma ◽  
Present Article ◽  
Noncoding Rnas ◽  
Long Noncoding Rnas ◽  
Regulation Of Transcription ◽  
Ribonucleic Acids ◽  
Detailed Review ◽  
Cellular Processes

Long noncoding RNAs (lncRNAs) are the largest groups of ribonucleic acids, but, despite the increasing amount of literature data, the least understood. Given the involvement of lncRNA in basic cellular processes, especially in the regulation of transcription, the role of these noncoding molecules seems to be of great importance for the proper functioning of the organism. Studies have shown a relationship between disturbed lncRNA expression and the pathogenesis of many diseases, including cancer. The present article presents a detailed review of the latest reports and data regarding the importance of lncRNA in the development of cancers, including breast carcinoma.

scholarly journals A room with a view: a special issue with a special perspective

2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (3) ◽  
pp. 205-210
Author(s):  
Simone Borghesi
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Developing Countries ◽  
Climate Policy ◽  
Present Article ◽  
Emerging Economies ◽  
Emissions Trading ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Special Issue ◽  
Climate Policies

AbstractThe present article describes the main insights deriving from the papers collected in this special issue which jointly provide a ‘room with a view’ on some of the most relevant issues in climate policy such as: the role of uncertainty, the distributional implications of climate change, the drivers and applications of decarbonizing innovation, the role of emissions trading and its interactions with companion policies. While looking at different issues and from different angles, all papers share a similar attention to policy aspects and implications, especially in developing countries. This is particularly important to evaluate whether and to what extent the climate policies adopted thus far in developed countries can be replicated in emerging economies.

scholarly journals The Mathematical Model for Total Pubertal Growth in Idiopathic Growth Hormone (GH) Deficiency Suggests a Moderate Role of GH Dose

2003 ◽  
Vol 88 (10) ◽  
pp. 4748-4753 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael B. Ranke ◽  
Anders Lindberg ◽  
David D. Martin ◽  
Bert Bakker ◽  
Patrick Wilton ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mathematical Model ◽  
Growth Hormone ◽  
Gh Deficiency ◽  
Pubertal Growth ◽  
The Mathematical Model

Democracy and Political Scepticism: Comment on Bufacchi

Politics ◽  
2003 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 141-144
Author(s):  
James (Eddie) Hyland
Keyword(s):  
Present Article ◽  
Moral Autonomy ◽  
Proper Place ◽  
Reasonable Disagreement ◽  
Crucial Element ◽  
Positive Evaluation

The claim that democracy requires a particular type of political scepticism for its justification has an initial plausibility. The present article argues, however, that Bufacchi does not succeed in adequately identifying the relevant type of uncertainty. Secondly, it is claimed here that Bufacchi's analysis neglects a crucial element in the justification of democracy, namely, the positive evaluation of moral autonomy. When the role of autonomy is given its proper place epistemology becomes secondary, providing a basis not for scepticism but for a theory such as Rawls's theory of reasonable disagreement.

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