City College of New York
Albany State University
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo
Suffolk University
Department of Physics, Utah State University
Linfield College
A Review On Antibacterial Activity Of Nanoparticles,
2023
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
A Review On Antibacterial Activity Of Nanoparticles, Badr-Edine Sadoq, Mohammed Reda Britel, Adel Bouajaj, Ramzi Maâlej, Ahmed Touhami, Marwa Abid, Hanen Douiri, Fakhita Touhami, Amal Maurady
Physics and Astronomy Faculty Publications and Presentations
The increasing resistance of bacteria to antibiotic agents is a main global public health problem. The use of nanoparticles is one of the promising ways to overcome microbial resistance to antimicrobial agents. Metal nanoparticles are increasingly used to target bacterial strains. Advances in nanotechnology, in particular the ability to synthesize nanoparticles of specific size and shape, are likely to lead to the development of new antibacterial agents. The antibacterial activities of nanoparticles are largely influenced by their sizes and large surface area/mass ratio. The antibacterial mechanisms of nanoparticles are poorly understood, but the currently accepted mechanisms include oxidative stress induction, …
Methods For Preparing And Characterizing Granular Materials For Electron Yield Measurements,
2023
Utah State University
Methods For Preparing And Characterizing Granular Materials For Electron Yield Measurements, Tom Keaton
All Graduate Plan B and other Reports
This work presents a systematic study on sample preparation methods and accuracy of electron yield (EY) measurements of highly insulating, granular materials. EY measurements of highly insulating materials, especially those with high EY, are challenging due to the effects of sample charging even for very low fluence electron probe beams. EY measurements of particulates are complicated by: (i) roughness effects from particulate size, shape, coverage, and compactness; (ii) particle adhesion; (iii) substrate contributions; and (iv) electrostatic repulsion and potential barriers from charged particles and substrates. Numerous methods were explored to rigidly affix particles on conducting substrates at varying coverages for …
The Safe And Effective Clinical Deployment Of Artificial Intelligence Tools,
2023
The Texas Medical Center Library
The Safe And Effective Clinical Deployment Of Artificial Intelligence Tools, Kelly Nealon
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences Dissertations and Theses (Open Access)
18 million new cancer cases are diagnosed each year. Roughly half of these patients will be treated with radiation therapy, a complex technique that requires an interdisciplinary team of clinical staff and expensive equipment to be delivered safely. Cancer centers in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMIC) have an especially difficult time meeting the demands of radiation therapy as the complexity of treatment techniques increase, with only 37% of patients in these regions having access to the care they need. Artificial Intelligence (AI) based tools are being developed to simplify the treatment planning and quality assurance processes to increase the number …
An Ab Initio Computation Of The Potential Energy Surfaces Of The Dna Bases,
2023
Southern Adventist University
An Ab Initio Computation Of The Potential Energy Surfaces Of The Dna Bases, Anjali F. Filinovich, Vola Andrianarijaona
Campus Research Day
The potential energy surfaces of atoms in DNA can be analyzed and compared to show how their bonds break. This DNA potential energy reference data is very useful to understanding how DNA damage occurs, however, a dataset of relevant potential energy surfaces is not available for scientific use. We obtain the potential energy surfaces of various atoms in the four DNA bases adenine, thymine, guanine, and cytosine, by moving an atom in these molecules in three orthogonal directions using ORCA, an ab initio quantum chemistry software. Density functional theory is
used to compute potential energies as an atom is moved, …
For The Dissertation: A Classification Of Tensors In Ecsk Theory,
2023
Utah State University
For The Dissertation: A Classification Of Tensors In Ecsk Theory, Joshua James Leiter, Charles G. Torre
Physics Student Research
This dissertation presents a Petrov/Plebanski/Segre/Algebraic (PPSA) classification scheme for both the curvature and torsion tensors in Einstein-Cartan-Sciama-Kibble theory (ECSK); additionally the work includes a software package in Maple with computational and PPSA classification tools. Six different solutions are classified using the new software tools developed. We also present a new boundary term for ECSK-NMC scalar theory to ensure Dirichlet boundary conditions. New work completed includes the decomposition of an arbitrary 4th rank tensor under SO (p, q), equivalent SL (2, C) irreducible spinor decompositions of arbitrary 3rd and 4th rank tensors. We provide new proofs that the corresponding spinors are …
New Aspects Of Scattering Amplitudes, Higher-K Amplitudes, And Holographic Quark Gluon Plasmas,
2023
The University of Western Ontario
New Aspects Of Scattering Amplitudes, Higher-K Amplitudes, And Holographic Quark Gluon Plasmas, Bruno Giménez Umbert
Electronic Thesis and Dissertation Repository
We present new results on different aspects of quantum field theory, which are divided into three main parts. In part I, we find and prove a new behavior of massless tree-level scattering amplitudes, including the biadjoint scalar theory, the U(N) non-linear sigma model, and the special Galileon, within specific subspaces of the kinematic space. We also derive new formulas for the double-ordered biadjoint scalar and $\phi^p$ amplitudes, which can be obtained as integrals over the positive tropical Grassmannian and under limiting procedures on the kinematic invariants. This reveals surprising connections with cubic amplitudes. We also present alternative versions of the …
Open-Source Software For Teaching Introductory Physics Laboratories At A New Level,
2023
Clayton State University
Open-Source Software For Teaching Introductory Physics Laboratories At A New Level, Dmitriy Beznosko
All Things Open
During and after the pandemic, a new technological approach had to be found to provide a meaningful lab experience to students. We had to create new approaches to the existing experiments and the innovative methodology that were introduced with the use of the Open-source tracker software (https://physlets.org/tracker/) in the Principles of Physics I and II. This new methodology not only expanded the number of possible lab experiments, but also provided students with the ability to conduct some of the simple experiments at home using common household items. This offered an exciting experience for students and provided a backup option in …
Mesopause Region Temperature And Na Number Density Between 1990 And 2017,
2023
Utah State University
Mesopause Region Temperature And Na Number Density Between 1990 And 2017, Tao Yuan, Chiao-Yao She
Browse all Datasets
The Colorado State University (CSU) Na lidar performed nocturnal mesopause region Na density and temperature observations between March 1990 and March 2010 at Fort Collins, CO (41.6N, 105W). The lidar was relocated to Utah State University (USU) campus and has continued its regular observation at Logan, Utah (42N, 112W) since September 2010.
One-Dimensional And Two-Dimensional Simulations Of Helical Homopolymers: A Comparative Analysis Of Energy Stabilization And Efficiency,
2023
Murray State University
One-Dimensional And Two-Dimensional Simulations Of Helical Homopolymers: A Comparative Analysis Of Energy Stabilization And Efficiency, Nathan Roberts, Matthew Hooks
Scholars Week
The purpose of our work is to analyze the results of a two-dimensional parallel tempering Monte Carlo simulation of a coarse-grained helical homopolymer. The two-dimensional simulation allows Hamiltonian exchanges across both temperature and torsion values, while the one-dimensional simulation exclusively exchanges across temperature values. The genesis of each simulation is defined by a randomly configured polymer; as time progresses, randomly generated movements of monomers decrease the structure’s energy until equilibrium is reached. Equilibrium is determined by finding the absolute minimum of the data series, computing the mean of all remaining data, and finding the intersection between the rolling average and …
Self-Limiting Morphologies In Geometrically Frustrated Assemblies,
2023
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Self-Limiting Morphologies In Geometrically Frustrated Assemblies, Douglas M. Hall
Doctoral Dissertations
Geometrically frustrated assembly, where locally preferred motifs are incompatible with constraints on global ordering of the assembly, may result in a super-extensive energy penalty to assembly growth and self-limitation of the assembly size. Using theory and simulation, we study how this mechanism may also shape the assembly's boundary and its interior packing, which are distinct morphological changes. In Chapter 1, we provide some background and a theoretical framework for understanding self-limiting behavior due to geometric frustration. Three distinct projects are detailed in the subsequent chapters: original numerical results are presented on competing responses to frustration in helical bundles made of …
An Analysis Of Energy Production And Efficiency In Various Longbow Archery Models,
2023
Bridgewater College
An Analysis Of Energy Production And Efficiency In Various Longbow Archery Models, Hannah Mcpherson
Honors Projects
An analysis of the energy production and efficiency of three lab-tested longbow models is undertaken. The first model, which is constructed to not allow flexing of limbs and which uses a frictionless cart and track in place of an arrow, demonstrated an efficiency of 50% +/- 40%. The second model, which is constructed similarly to the first with the exception of a wooden dowel now being used as an arrow-like object, demonstrated an efficiency of 13% +/- 3%. The last model, a 3D printed longbow with flexible limbs using the wooden dowel as an arrow-like object, demonstrated an efficiency of …
Interdisciplinary Diffusion Lab,
2023
Andrews University
Interdisciplinary Diffusion Lab, Sable Rosana Canales, Chloe Gaban
Andrews University Teaching and Learning Conference
Diffusion is a principle in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Students can model the rate of diffusion based on particle size by contrasting blue and yellow dyes. Two petri dishes containing agar-agar receive a drop of dye at the center. The radius of expansion is recorded over time and variance increases linearly with time. Diffusion constants vary by particle size, allowing for a size ratio comparison between blue and yellow dyes. Relating the data to cells, students predict that smaller molecules diffuse into living cells, whereas larger molecules need some assistance from protein channels as in facilitated diffusion.
Developing Carbon Quantum Dots As Multimodal Contrast Agents,
2023
Rowan University
Developing Carbon Quantum Dots As Multimodal Contrast Agents, Nicholas Whiting
Faculty Scholarship for the College of Science & Mathematics
No abstract provided.
Carbon Dioxide-Induced Corrosion Of Aisi 4140 Steel In Acidified Artificial Geothermal Brine,
2023
Department of Physics, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Indonesia, Depok 16424, Indonesia
Carbon Dioxide-Induced Corrosion Of Aisi 4140 Steel In Acidified Artificial Geothermal Brine, Anawati Anawati, Rayhan Izzat, Riene Kaelamanda Pragitta, Rafli Ihsan Hernandi
Makara Journal of Science
Carbon dioxide (CO2)-induced corrosion often occurs in the structural materials of geothermal industry. The presence of CO2 influences the formation of various corrosion products. This research investigates the effect of dissolved CO2 in acidic brines on the corrosion behavior of AISI 4140 steel at atmospheric pressure. The brines were the standard brine, Ca-free brine, and high-salinity brine. The corrosion behavior was studied using electrochemical and immersion tests. A cyclic polarization test showed that the corrosion rate was higher in dissolved CO2 brine than in non-CO2 brine, and an immersion test demonstrated a similar result. …
New Far-Infrared Laser Frequencies Generated By Ch3cn, Cd3cn, 13ch3i, Cd3i, And 13cd3i,
2023
Central Washington University
New Far-Infrared Laser Frequencies Generated By Ch3cn, Cd3cn, 13ch3i, Cd3i, And 13cd3i, Michael Jackson
All Faculty Scholarship for the College of the Sciences
Heterodyne techniques have been used to experimentally determine, for the first time, the frequencies for nineteen laser emissions ranging from 264 to 984 GHz. These laser emissions were generated by optically pumping either CH3CN, CD3CN, 13CH3, CD3I, or 13CD3I with a CO2 laser. This includes the newly discovered 566.325-μ m laser emission from optically pumped 13CD3I. The fractional uncertainties with which these frequencies were experimentally determined, up to ± 5 × 10− 7, were of sufficient accuracy to confirm or revise …
Chemically Induced Ferromagnetism Near Room Temperature In Single Crystal (Zn1−Xcrx)Te Half-Metal,
2023
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Chemically Induced Ferromagnetism Near Room Temperature In Single Crystal (Zn1−Xcrx)Te Half-Metal, J. Guo, A. Sarikhani, P. Ghosh, T. Heitmann, Yew San Hor, D. K. Singh
Physics Faculty Research & Creative Works
Magnetic Semiconductors Are at the Core of Recent Spintronics Research Endeavors. Chemically Doped II-VI Diluted Magnetic Semiconductors, such as (Zn1−xCrx)Te, Provide a Promising Platform in This Quest. However, a Detailed Knowledge of the Microscopic Nature of Magnetic Ground State is Necessary for Any Practical Application. Here, We Report on the Synergistic Study of (Zn1−xCrx)Te Single Crystals using Elastic Neutron Scattering Measurements and Density Functional Calculations. for the First Time, Our Research Unveils the Intrinsic Properties of Ferromagnetic State in a Macroscopic Specimen of (Zn0.8Cr0.2)Te. …
Impact Of F-D Kondo Cloud On Superconductivity Of Nickelates,
2023
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Impact Of F-D Kondo Cloud On Superconductivity Of Nickelates, Byungkyun Kang, Hyunsoo Kim, Qiang Zhu, Chul Hong Park
Physics Faculty Research & Creative Works
The Discovery of Superconducting Nickelates Reignited Hope for Elucidating the High-Tc Superconductivity Mechanism in Isostructural Cuprates. While the Superconducting Gap Opens Up on a Single Band of the Quasi-2D Fermi Surface in the Cuprates, the Nickelates Are Known to Have a 3D Nature of an Electronic Structure with a Multi-Band. This Raises a Serious Question About the Role of the 2D Nature for the High-Tc Superconductivity. Here, Employing GW + Dynamical Mean Field Theory (DMFT), We Report the Kondo Effect Driven by the Strong Correlation of Nd-4f and Ni-3d Electrons Emerging at Low Temperature. the Kondo Effect Modifies …
Nagase2: A Water-Loving Multifunctional Non-Van Der Waals Layered Selenogallate,
2023
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Nagase2: A Water-Loving Multifunctional Non-Van Der Waals Layered Selenogallate, Srikanth Balijapelly, Santhoshkumar Sundaramoorthy, Dibya Jyoti Mondal, Sanjit Konar, Nikolay Gerasimchuk, Aleksandr V. Chernatynskiy, Amitava Choudhury
Physics Faculty Research & Creative Works
A Missing Member of Well-Known Ternary Chalcometallates, a Sodium Selenogallate, NaGaSe2, Has Been Synthesized by Employing a Polyselenide Flux and Stoichiometric Reaction. Crystal Structure Analysis using X-Ray Diffraction Techniques Reveals that It Contains Supertetrahedral Adamantane-Type Ga4Se10 Secondary Building Units. These Ga4Se10 Secondary Building Units Are Further Connected Via Corners to Form Two-Dimensional (2D) [GaSe2]∞- Layers Stacked Along the C-Axis of the Unit Cell, and the Na Ions Reside in the Interlayer Space. the Compound Has an Unusual Ability to Absorb Water Molecules from the Atmosphere or a Nonanhydrous …
Optimizing Course Offerings In A Science Department,
2023
Kansas State University Libraries
Optimizing Course Offerings In A Science Department, Yu Kay Law
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
We will discuss how enrollment data and faculty/advisor input can be used to maximize schedule efficiency in course offerings and providing for student success. We will also discuss how best to monitor and rearrange course schedules in light of actual enrollment.
Reconversion Of Parahydrogen Gas In Surfactant-Coated Glass Nmr Tubes,
2023
Rowan University
Reconversion Of Parahydrogen Gas In Surfactant-Coated Glass Nmr Tubes, Robert V. Chimenti, James Daley, James Sack, Jennifer Necsutu, Nicholas Whiting
Faculty Scholarship for the College of Science & Mathematics
The application of parahydrogen gas to enhance the magnetic resonance signals of a diversity of chemical species has increased substantially in the last decade. Parahydrogen is prepared by lowering the temperature of hydrogen gas in the presence of a catalyst; this enriches the para spin isomer beyond its normal abundance of 25% at thermal equilibrium. Indeed, parahydrogen fractions that approach unity can be attained at sufficiently low temperatures. Once enriched, the gas will revert to its normal isomeric ratio over the course of hours or days, depending on the surface chemistry of the storage container. Although parahydrogen enjoys long lifetimes …
