Iterative imperative programs can be considered as infinite-state systems computing over possibly unbounded domains.Studying reachability in these systems is challenging as it requires to deal with an infinite number of states with standard backward or forward exploration strategies.An approach that we call Constraint-based reachability, is propose
The paper compares the economic performance of China and India during the period of their ongoing reform policies.It develops a new measure of development, namely, a development quality index (DQI), to compare performance of China and India.The results show that national-level development quality grew three times faster in China than in India.Conve
Integrated thermal protection system (ITPS) is regarded as one of the most promising thermal protection concepts with both thermal insulation and load-bearing capacities.However, the traditional layout of webs could inevitably lead to thermal short effects and high risk of buckling failure of the ITPS.A topological optimization method for the oakle
Epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EMT), a well-established phenomenon studied across pan-cancer types, has long been known to be a major player in driving tumor invasion and metastasis.Recent studies have highlighted the importance of partial EMT phenotypes candle snuffer big w in metastasis.Initially thought as a transitional state between epi
In the college subculture of Greek Life, members adhere to specific rules and norms in order to remain accepted, which could beindicative of conformity.This notion raises the question: what is the role of conformity on the risk taking behaviors of alcoholusage and sexual promiscuity as well as on the academic performance across years of membership?