We consider the problem of grasping novel objects, specifically ones that are being seen for the first time through vision. Grasping a previously unknown object, one for which a 3-d model is not available, is a challenging problem. Further, even if given a model, one still has to decide where to grasp the object. We present a learning algorithm that neither requires, nor tries to build, a 3-d m...

Support for a number of strategies and policies for the prevention of alcohol related harm was ascertained as part of a larger survey of public attitudes and behaviours in a representative sample of the Perth metropolitan area. Support for these policies varied, but was generally positive, with young male drinkers the least supportive. The greatest degree of support was found for a variety of t...

The appearance of a large number cremation burials towards the end Late Bronze Age in west Aegean is usually explained as result influence from east Aegean–west Anatolian region, which itself seen influenced by central tradition. Although some cases cremated remains were deposited directly into graves, there are they first urns. This paper focuses on use urns region during Middle and Age. It ...

The paper deals with the materials of one settlements Golden Horde epoch – III Komintern settlement, located in Spassky district Republic Tatarstan. settlement occupies edge above-meadow terrace Aktay River. Together II it was a large rural center associated handicrafts and trade. Unfortunately, part destroyed by waters Kuibyshev reservoir all artefacts collected 1960s early 2000s published thi...

Alans are one of the ethnic components Saltovo-Mayatsk archaeological culture. Antiquities associated with this group found in Middle Don basin. The article studies cultural characteristics Alanian groups that left behind burial sites region, on example pottery. object study shapes clay vessels. was carried out according to methodology developed within framework historical-and-cultural approach...

The issue of the sources and nature nutrition ancient population is undoubtedly important to reproduce general picture its life. Archaeologists learn about this, analyzing remains foodstuffs or equipment, which have been found during excavation sites may indicate manufacture usage such products.
 Subcarpathian territory in 3rd—4th centuries was inhabited by tribes Carpathian Barrows Cultur...

Abstract Subclinical mastitis, a common intramammary disease in sheep production, can be costly to producers due compromised performance and decreased longevity. Our research focused on preventative therapeutic measures mammary health where the objectives were identify (1) impact of Zn supplementation milk microbiome (2) management practices at lambing weaning prevalence cure rate subclinical m...

The Bilsk archaeological expedition of the Institute Archaeology National Academy Sciences Ukraine explored a part rampart Great hill-fort on territory settlement in Tsaryna Mohyla tract 2016—2017. building was found investigated area under embankment rampart. It functioned before construction defensive structures and used as place for formation ash hill after destruction result fire. covered b...

POrrERY MANUFACTURE became the staple industry of North Staffordshire at the end of the seventeenth century. At that time it produced coarse mottled and mostly salt-glazed jugs, butter pots and similar domestic articles together with a very limited output of 'ornamental ware' (Plot 1686, Thomas 1971). The main occupational risk in those days was from lead poisoning, caused by painting vessels w...