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Augment (linguistics)
Augment or augmentation may refer to: Language *Augment (Indo-European), a syllable added to the beginning of the word in certain Indo-European languages *Augment (Bantu languages), a morpheme that is prefixed to the noun class prefix of nouns in certain Bantu languages *Augment, a name sometimes given to the verbal ''ō-'' prefix in Nahuatl grammar Technology * Augmentation (obstetrics), the process by which the first and/or second stages of an already established labour is accelerated or potentiated by deliberate and artificial means *Augmentation (pharmacology), the combination of two or more drugs to achieve better treatment results * Augmented reality, a live view of a physical, real-world environment whose elements are ''augmented'' by computer-generated sensory input *Augmented cognition, a research field that aims at creating revolutionary human-computer interactions *Augment (Tymshare), a hypertext system derived from Douglas Engelbart's oN-Line System, renamed "Augment" ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Augment (Indo-European)
The augment is a prefix used in certain Indo-European languages ( Indo-Iranian, Greek, Armenian and Phrygian) to indicate past time. The augment is of rather late origin in Proto-Indo-European, and in the oldest daughter languages such as Vedic Sanskrit and early Greek, it is used optionally. The same verb forms when used without the augment carry an injunctive sense.Fortson, §5.44.Burrow, pp. 303-304.Clackson, p. 123. The augment originally appears to have been a separate word, with the potential meaning of 'there, then', which in time got fused to the verb. The augment is ' in PIE (''é-'' in Greek, ''á-'' in Sanskrit) and always bears the accent.Fortson, §5.44.Burrow, pp. 303-304. Greek The predominant scholarly view on the prehistory of the augment is that it was originally a separate particle, although dissenting opinions have occasionally been voiced. Homeric Greek In Homer, past-tense (aorist or imperfect) verbs appeared both with and without an augment. Ancient ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Augmentation (algebra)
In algebra, an augmentation of an associative algebra ''A'' over a commutative ring ''k'' is a ''k''-algebra homomorphism A \to k, typically denoted by ε. An algebra together with an augmentation is called an augmented algebra. The kernel of the augmentation is a two-sided ideal called the augmentation ideal of ''A''. For example, if A =k /math> is the group algebra of a finite group ''G'', then :A \to k,\, \sum a_i x_i \mapsto \sum a_i is an augmentation. If ''A'' is a graded algebra which is connected, i.e. A_0=k, then the homomorphism A\to k which maps an element to its homogeneous component of degree 0 is an augmentation. For example, :k to k, \sum a_ix^i \mapsto a_0 is an augmentation on the polynomial ring In mathematics, especially in the field of algebra, a polynomial ring or polynomial algebra is a ring (which is also a commutative algebra) formed from the set of polynomials in one or more indeterminates (traditionally also called variables ... k /math>. Refere ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Augment (Star Trek)
"The Augments" is the sixth episode of the fourth season of the American science fiction television series '' Star Trek: Enterprise'', the eighty-second episode overall. It is the last of a three-story episode arc, preceded by " Borderland", and "Cold Station 12". "The Augments" was directed by LeVar Burton, from a script by Michael Sussman. The series follows the adventures of the first Starfleet starship ''Enterprise'', registration NX-01. In this episode, "Augments", genetically enhanced humans, and Doctor Arik Soong, their surrogate father, escape Cold Station 12 after stealing frozen Augment embryos from storage. Soong plans to hide out with the Augments and raise the embryos, but Malik, their leader, is tired of hiding and attempts to instigate a war between Starfleet and the Klingons. The production of the episode reunites fellow '' Star Trek: The Next Generation'' alumni Burton as the director and Brent Spiner as Arik Soong. On ''The Next Generation'', Burton previou ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mankind Divided
''Deus Ex: Mankind Divided'' is an action role-playing video game developed by Eidos Montréal and published worldwide by Square Enix in August 2016 for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. Versions for Linux and macOS systems were released in 2016 and 2017, respectively. It is the fourth game in the ''Deus Ex'' series, and a sequel to the 2011 game '' Deus Ex: Human Revolution''. The gameplay—combining first-person shooter, stealth and role-playing elements—features exploration and combat in environments connected to the main hub of Prague and quests which grant experience and allow customization of the main character's abilities with Praxis Kits. Conversations between characters have a variety of responses, with options in conversations and at crucial story points affecting how events play out. Players can complete Breach, a cyberspace-set challenge mode, in addition to the main campaign. Breach was later released as a free, standalone product. Set two years ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Human Revolution , the emergence of distinctively human social organizations
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Human Revolution may refer to: * '' Deus Ex: Human Revolution'', a 2011 video game in the ''Deus Ex'' series * ''The Human Revolution'', a multi-volume novel by Daisaku Ikeda, and adaptations * The Human Revolution (human origins), the sudden emergence of language, consciousness and culture in our species * Human evolution (origins of society and culture), the physical emergence of Homo sapiens as a distinct species * Neolithic Revolution, the wide-scale transition from hunting and gathering to agriculture * Origins of society The origins of society — the evolutionary emergence of distinctively human social organization — is an important topic within evolutionary biology, anthropology, prehistory and palaeolithic archaeology. While little is known for certain, debates ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Prosthetic
In medicine, a prosthesis (plural: prostheses; from grc, πρόσθεσις, prósthesis, addition, application, attachment), or a prosthetic implant, is an artificial device that replaces a missing body part, which may be lost through trauma, disease, or a condition present at birth (congenital disorder). Prostheses are intended to restore the normal functions of the missing body part. Amputee rehabilitation is primarily coordinated by a physiatrist as part of an inter-disciplinary team consisting of physiatrists, prosthetists, nurses, physical therapists, and occupational therapists. Prostheses can be created by hand or with computer-aided design (CAD), a software interface that helps creators design and analyze the creation with computer-generated 2-D and 3-D graphics as well as analysis and optimization tools. Types A person's prosthesis should be designed and assembled according to the person's appearance and functional needs. For instance, a person may need a transr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Invisible War
''The Invisible War'' is a 2012 American documentary film written and directed by Kirby Dick and produced by Amy Ziering and Tanner King Barklow about sexual assault in the United States military. It premiered at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival, where it received the U.S. Documentary Audience Award. The film has been lauded by advocates, lawmakers, and journalists for its influence on government policies to reduce the prevalence of rape in the armed forces. ''The Invisible War'' is the recipient of a Peabody Award and Emmy Awards for Best Documentary Feature and Outstanding Investigative Journalism. It was nominated for Best Documentary Feature at the 85th Academy Awards. Background In 2010, 108,121 veterans screened positive for military sexual trauma, and 68,379 had at least one Veterans Health Administration outpatient visit for related conditions. Also in 2010, The Department of Defense processed reports of 3,198 new assaults but estimated the actual number of assaults t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Deus Ex
''Deus Ex'' is a series of role-playing video games, set during the mid 21st century. Focusing on the conflict between secretive factions who wish to control the world by proxy, and the effects of transhumanistic attitudes and technologies in a dystopian near-future setting, the series also includes references to real-world conspiracy theories, historical mythologies and philosophies, and provides a commentary on capitalist values and division in society. The first two games in the series were developed by Ion Storm, and subsequent entries were developed by Eidos-Montréal, following Ion Storm's closure. The Ion Storm games were published by Eidos Interactive, and all Eidos-Montréal media was published by Square Enix until 2022, when ownership was sold to Embracer Group. The series consists of six games: '' Deus Ex'' (2000), '' Deus Ex: Invisible War'' (2003), '' Deus Ex: Human Revolution'' (2011), '' Deus Ex: The Fall'' (2013), ''Deus Ex Go'' (2016) and '' Deus Ex: Mankin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nanobiotechnology
Nanobiotechnology, bionanotechnology, and nanobiology are terms that refer to the intersection of nanotechnology and biology. Given that the subject is one that has only emerged very recently, bionanotechnology and nanobiotechnology serve as blanket terms for various related technologies. This discipline helps to indicate the merger of biological research with various fields of nanotechnology. Concepts that are enhanced through nanobiology include: nanodevices (such as biological machines), nanoparticles, and nanoscale phenomena that occurs within the discipline of nanotechnology. This technical approach to biology allows scientists to imagine and create systems that can be used for biological research. Biologically inspired nanotechnology uses biological systems as the inspirations for technologies not yet created. However, as with nanotechnology and biotechnology, bionanotechnology does have many potential ethical issues associated with it. The most important objectives th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Synaptic Augmentation
Augmentation is one of four components of short-term synaptic plasticity that increases the probability of releasing synaptic vesicles during and after repetitive stimulation such that :A(t) = t)/ (0)- 1, when all the other components of enhancement and depression are zero, where A is augmentation at time t and 0 refers to the baseline response to a single stimulus. The increase in the number of synaptic vesicles that release their transmitter leads to enhancement of the post synaptic response. Augmentation can be differentiated from the other components of enhancement by its kinetics of decay and by pharmacology. Augmentation selectively decays with a time constant of about 7 seconds and its magnitude is enhanced in the presence of barium. All four components are thought to be associated with or triggered by increases in internal calcium ions that build up and decay during repetitive stimulation. During a train of impulses the enhancement of synaptic strength due to the und ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation and augmentation mammoplasty is a cosmetic surgery technique using breast-implants and fat-graft mammoplasty techniques to increase the size, change the shape, and alter the texture of the breasts. Augmentation mammoplasty is applied to correct congenital defects of the breasts and the chest wall. As an elective cosmetic surgery, primary augmentation changes the aestheticsof size, shape, and textureof healthy breasts. The surgical implantation approach creates a spherical augmentation of the breast hemisphere, using a breast implant filled with either saline solution or silicone gel; the fat-graft transfer approach augments the size and corrects contour defects of the breast hemisphere with grafts of the adipocyte fat tissue, drawn from the person's body. In a breast reconstruction procedure, a tissue expander (a temporary breast implant device) is sometimes put in place and inflated with saline to prepare (shape and enlarge) the recipient site (implant po ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Augmentation Ideal
In algebra, an augmentation ideal is an ideal that can be defined in any group ring. If ''G'' is a group and ''R'' a commutative ring, there is a ring homomorphism \varepsilon, called the augmentation map, from the group ring R /math> to R, defined by taking a (finiteWhen constructing , we restrict to only finite (formal) sums) sum \sum r_i g_i to \sum r_i. (Here r_i\in R and g_i\in G.) In less formal terms, \varepsilon(g)=1_R for any element g\in G, \varepsilon(r) = r for any element r\in R, and \varepsilon is then extended to a homomorphism of ''R''-modules in the obvious way. The augmentation ideal is the kernel of \varepsilon and is therefore a two-sided ideal in ''R'' 'G'' is generated by the differences g - g' of group elements. Equivalently, it is also generated by \, which is a basis as a free ''R''-module. For ''R'' and ''G'' as above, the group ring ''R'' 'G''is an example of an ''augmented'' ''R''-algebra. Such an algebra comes equipped with a ring homomorp ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
