Effects Of Molecular Size And Orientation On The Interfacial Properties And Wetting Behavior Of Water/ N -Alkane Systems: A Molecular-Dynamics Study,
2023
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Effects Of Molecular Size And Orientation On The Interfacial Properties And Wetting Behavior Of Water/ N -Alkane Systems: A Molecular-Dynamics Study, Fawaz Hrahsheh, Gerald Wilemski
Physics Faculty Research & Creative Works
Molecular Dynamics Simulations (MD) Are Performed to Study the Interfacial Structure/tension and Wetting Behavior of Water/n-Alkane Systems (Water/nC5 to Water/nC16 Where nCx = CxH(2x + 2)). in Particular, We Study Complete-To-Partial Wetting Transitions by Changing the N-Alkane Chain Length (NC) at a Constant Temperature, T = 295 K. Simulations Are Carried Out with a United-Atom TraPPE Model for N-Alkanes and the TIP4P-2005 Model of Water. Simulation Results Are in Excellent Agreement with the Initial Spreading Coefficients and Contact Angles Calculated using Experimental Values of the Surface and Interfacial Tensions. in Addition, It Has Been Determined that Water/(nC5-nC7) and …
Detection And Diagnosis Of Bacterial Pathogens In Blood And Urine Using Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy,
2023
University of Windsor
Detection And Diagnosis Of Bacterial Pathogens In Blood And Urine Using Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy, Emma J.M. Blanchette
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
The aim of this thesis is to expand on and improve the existing techniques used for detecting and identifying bacterial pathogens in clinical specimens with laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS). Specifically, the existing experimental procedures, including bacterial sample preparation and data acquisition, as well as the data analysis with chemometric algorithms were investigated. Substantial reductions in LIBS background signal were achieved by implementing rigorous cleaning steps and the introduction of the use of ultrapure water. Following this, a database of LIBS spectra was acquired from specimens of E. coli, S. aureus, E. cloacae, M. smegmatis, and P. …
Analysis Of Biologically Effective Dose For Retroactive Yttrium-90 Trans-Arterial Radioembolization Treatment Optimization,
2023
Claremont McKenna College
Analysis Of Biologically Effective Dose For Retroactive Yttrium-90 Trans-Arterial Radioembolization Treatment Optimization, Mj Lindsey
CMC Senior Theses
Trans-arterial radioembolization (TARE) is a protracted modality of radiation therapy where radionuclides labeled with Yttrium-90 (90Y) are inserted inside a patient's hepatic artery to treat hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). While TARE has been shown to be a clinically effective and safe treatment, there is little understanding of the radiobiological relationship between absorbed dose and tissue response, and thus there is no dosimetric standard for treatment planning. The Biologically Effective Dose (BED) formalism, derived from the Linear-Quadratic model of radiobiology, is used to weigh the absorbed dose by the time pattern of delivery. BED is a virtual dose that can …
Search For Subsolar-Mass Black Hole Binaries In The Second Part Of Advanced Ligo’S And Advanced Virgo’S Third Observing Run,
2023
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Search For Subsolar-Mass Black Hole Binaries In The Second Part Of Advanced Ligo’S And Advanced Virgo’S Third Observing Run, R. Abbott, H. Abe, F. Acernese, Teviet Creighton, Mario C. Diaz, Francisco Llamas, Soma Mukherjee, Gaukhar Nurbek, Volker Quetschke, Wenhui Wang
Physics and Astronomy Faculty Publications and Presentations
We describe a search for gravitational waves from compact binaries with at least one component with mass 0.2 M⊙ -- 1.0M⊙ and mass ratio q≥0.1 in Advanced LIGO and Advanced Virgo data collected between 1 November 2019, 15:00 UTC and 27 March 2020, 17:00 UTC. No signals were detected. The most significant candidate has a false alarm rate of 0.2 yr−1. We estimate the sensitivity of our search over the entirety of Advanced LIGO's and Advanced Virgo's third observing run, and present the most stringent limits to date on the merger rate of binary black holes with at least one …
Glitch Subtraction From Gravitational Wave Data Using Adaptive Spline Fitting,
2023
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Glitch Subtraction From Gravitational Wave Data Using Adaptive Spline Fitting, Soumya D. Mohanty, Mohammad A. T. Chowdhury
Physics and Astronomy Faculty Publications and Presentations
Transient signals of instrumental and environmental origins ("glitches") in gravitational wave data elevate the false alarm rate of searches for astrophysical signals and reduce their sensitivity. Glitches that directly overlap astrophysical signals hinder their detection and worsen parameter estimation errors. As the fraction of data occupied by detectable astrophysical signals will be higher in next generation detectors, such problematic overlaps could become more frequent. These adverse effects of glitches can be mitigated by estimating and subtracting them out from the data, but their unpredictable waveforms and large morphological diversity pose a challenge. Subtraction of glitches using data from auxiliary sensors …
Powerful Yet Lonely: Is 3c 297 A High-Redshift Fossil Group?,
2023
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Powerful Yet Lonely: Is 3c 297 A High-Redshift Fossil Group?, Valentina Missaglia, Juan P. Madrid, Mischa Schirmer, Francesco Massaro, Alberto Rodríguez-Ardila, Carlos J. Donzelli, Martell Valencia, Alessandro Paggi, Ralph P. Kraft, Chiara Stuardi, Belinda J. Wilkes
Physics and Astronomy Faculty Publications and Presentations
The environment of the high-redshift (z = 1.408), powerful radio-loud galaxy 3C 297 has several distinctive features of a galaxy cluster. Among them, a characteristic halo of hot gas revealed by Chandra X-ray observations. In addition, a radio map obtained with the Very Large Array shows a bright hotspot in the northwestern direction, created by the interaction of the active galactic nucleus (AGN) jet arising from 3C 297 with its environment. In the X-ray images, emission cospatial with the northwestern radio lobe is detected, and peaks at the position of the radio hotspot. The extended, complex X-ray emission observed …
Gluon Transverse-Momentum-Dependent Distributions From Large-Momentum Effective Theory,
2023
Old Dominion University
Gluon Transverse-Momentum-Dependent Distributions From Large-Momentum Effective Theory, Ruilin Zhu, Yao Ji, Jian-Hui Zhang, Shuai Zhao
Physics Faculty Publications
We demonstrate that gluon transverse-momentum-dependent parton distribution functions (TMDPDFs) can be extracted from lattice calculations of appropriate Euclidean correlations in large-momentum effective theory (LaMET). Based on perturbative calculations of gluon unpolarized and helicity TMDPDFs, we present a matching formula connecting them and their LaMET counterparts, where the latter are renormalized in a scheme facilitating lattice calculations and converted to the MS ¯ scheme. The hard matching kernel is given up to one-loop level. We also show that the perturbative result is independent of the prescription used for the pinch-pole singularity in the relevant correlations. Our results offer a guidance for …
Prospects For 𝛾*𝛾* → 𝜋𝜋 Via Lattice Qcd,
2023
Old Dominion University
Prospects For 𝛾*𝛾* → 𝜋𝜋 Via Lattice Qcd, Raúl Briceño, Andrew W. Jackura, Arkaitz Rodas, Juan V. Guerrero
Physics Faculty Publications
The 𝛾*𝛾* → 𝜋𝜋 scattering amplitude plays a key role in a wide range of phenomena, including understanding the inner structure of scalar resonances as well as constraining the hadronic contributions to the anomalous magnetic moment of the muon. In this work, we explain how the infinite-volume Minkowski amplitude can be constrained from finite-volume Euclidean correlation functions. The relationship between the finite-volume Euclidean correlation functions and the desired amplitude holds up to energies where 3𝜋 states can go on shell, and is exact up to exponentially small corrections that scale like 𝒪(e−m𝜋L), where L is the spatial extent …
Observation Of Correlations Between Spin And Transverse Momenta In Back-To-Back Dihadron Production At Clas12,
2023
Old Dominion University
Observation Of Correlations Between Spin And Transverse Momenta In Back-To-Back Dihadron Production At Clas12, H. Avakian, T.B. Hayward, A. Kotzinian, W.R. Armstrong, H. Atac, C. Ayerbe Gayoso, L. Baashen, N.A. Balzell, L. Barion, M. Bashkanov, M. Battaglieri, I. Bedlinskiy, B. Benkel, F. Benmokhtar, A. Bianconi, L. Biondo, A. S. Biselli, M. Bondi, S. Boiarinov, M. Zurek, Et Al.
Physics Faculty Publications
We report the first measurements of deep inelastic scattering spin-dependent azimuthal asymmetries in back-to-back dihadron electroproduction in the deep inelastic scattering process. In this reaction, two hadrons are produced in opposite hemispheres along the z axis in the virtual photon-target nucleon center-of-mass frame, with the first hadron produced in the current-fragmentation region and the second in the target-fragmentation region. The data were taken with longitudinally polarized electron beams of 10.2 and 10.6 GeV incident on an unpolarized liquid-hydrogen target using the CLAS12 spectrometer at Jefferson Lab. Observed nonzero sinΔϕ modulations in ep→e'pπ+ X events, where Δϕ is the difference …
A Multidimensional Study Of The Structure Function Ratio Σlt'/ Σ₀ From Hard Exclusive 𝜋⁺ Electro-Production Off Protons In The Gpd Regime,
2023
Old Dominion University
A Multidimensional Study Of The Structure Function Ratio Σlt'/ Σ₀ From Hard Exclusive 𝜋⁺ Electro-Production Off Protons In The Gpd Regime, S. Diehl, A. Kim, K. Joo, P. Achenbach, Z. Akbar, M. J. Amaryan, H. Atac, H. Avagyan, C. Ayerbe Gayoso, L. Baashen, L. Barion, M. Bashkanov, M. Battaglieri, I. Bedlinsky, B. Benkel, F. Benmokhtar, A. Bianconi, A. S. Biselli, M. Bondi, W.A. Booth, M. Zurek, Et Al.
Physics Faculty Publications
A multidimensional extraction of the structure function ratio from the hard exclusive →ep → e'n𝜋+ reaction above the resonance region has been performed. The study was done based on beam-spin asymmetry measurements using a 10.6 GeV incident electron beam on a liquid-hydrogen target and the CLAS12 spectrometer at Jefferson Lab. The measurements focus on the very forward regime (t/Q2≪ 1) with a wide kinematic range of in the valence regime (0.17 < 𝓍B < 0.55), and virtualities ranging from 1.5 GeV2 up to 6 GeV2. The results and their comparison to theoretical models based on Generalized Parton Distributions demonstrate the sensitivity to chiral-odd …
The Post Shock Nonequilibrium Relaxation In A Hypersonic Plasma Flow Involving Reflection Off A Thermal Discontinuity,
2023
Old Dominion University
The Post Shock Nonequilibrium Relaxation In A Hypersonic Plasma Flow Involving Reflection Off A Thermal Discontinuity, Anna Markhotok
Physics Faculty Publications
The evolution in the post shock nonequilibrium relaxation in a hypersonic plasma flow was investigated during a shock’s reflection off a thermal discontinuity. Within a transitional period, the relaxation zone parameters past both, the reflected and transmitted waves, evolve differently compared to that in the incident wave. In a numerical example for the non-dissociating N2 gas heated to 5000 K/10,000 K across the interface and M = 3.5, the relaxation time for the transmitted wave is up to 50% shorter and the relaxation depth for both waves is significantly reduced, thus resulting in a weakened wave structure. The …
Novel Compact Magnetless Isolator Based On A Magneto-Optical Garnet Material,
2023
Universidade Estadual de Campinas
Novel Compact Magnetless Isolator Based On A Magneto-Optical Garnet Material, Gianni Portela, Miguel Levy, Hugo E. Hernandez-Figueroa
Michigan Tech Publications
A compact magnetless isolator for optical communication systems based on a ring resonator with an outer layer made of silicon and an inner layer made of a magneto-optical material that does not require an external magnet to keep its magnetization saturated is suggested. Three-dimensional computational simulations of the device performed with the full-wave electromagnetic solver COMSOL Multiphysics show that the insertion loss and isolation levels are about −1.9 dB and −23 dB, respectively, thus confirming the feasibility of the isolator. An analytical model of the device based on the temporal coupled-mode theory method has been formulated and there is a …
Hydrodynamic Investigation Of The Discharge Of Complex Fluids From Dispensing Bottles Using Experimental And Computational Approaches,
2022
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Hydrodynamic Investigation Of The Discharge Of Complex Fluids From Dispensing Bottles Using Experimental And Computational Approaches, Baran Teoman
Dissertations
The discharge of non-Newtonian, complex fluids through orifices of industrial tanks, pipes, dispensers, or packaging containers is a ubiquitous but often problematic process because of the complex rheology of such fluids and the geometry of the containers. This, in turn, reduces the discharge rate and results in residual fluid left in the container, often referred to as heel. Heel formation is undesired in general, since it causes loss of valuable material, container fouling, and cross-contamination between batches. Heel may be of significant concern not only in industrial vessels but also in consumer packaging. Despite its relevance, the research in this …
Interactions Of Amyloid Peptides With Lipid Membranes,
2022
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Interactions Of Amyloid Peptides With Lipid Membranes, Yanxing Yang
Dissertations
The aggregation of amyloid proteins into fibrils is a hallmark of several diseases including Alzheimer’s (AD), Parkinson’s, and Type II diabetes. This aggregation process involves the formation of small size oligomers preceding the formation of insoluble fibrils. Recent studies have shown that these oligomers are more likely to be responsible for cell toxicity than fibrils. A possible mechanism of toxicity involves the interaction of oligomers with the cell membrane compromising its integrity. In particular, oligomers may form pore-like structures in the cell membrane affecting its permeability or they may induce lipid loss via a detergent-like effect. This dissertation aims to …
Photonic Monitoring Of Atmospheric Fauna,
2022
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Photonic Monitoring Of Atmospheric Fauna, Adrien P. Genoud
Dissertations
Insects play a quintessential role in the Earth’s ecosystems and their recent decline in abundance and diversity is alarming. Monitoring their population is paramount to understand the causes of their decline, as well as to guide and evaluate the efficiency of conservation policies. Monitoring populations of flying insects is generally done using physical traps, but this method requires long and expensive laboratory analysis where each insect must be identified by qualified personnel. Lack of reliable data on insect populations is now considered a significant issue in the field of entomology, often referred to as a “data crisis” in the field. …
Helioseismic Diagnostics Of Active Regions And Their Magnetic Fields,
2022
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Helioseismic Diagnostics Of Active Regions And Their Magnetic Fields, John T. Stefan
Dissertations
While two and a half decades of nearly constant observation by the Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO) and the Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) spacecraft have yielded key insights into the structure and dynamics of active regions, it is still unclear if active regions can be identified before emerging on the solar surface and, once emerged, whether the subsurface structure of an active region’s magnetic field can be measured. Regarding the dynamical processes associated with active regions, the height and mechanism of sunquake excitation remains poorly understood. To answer these questions, a comprehensive survey of active region magnetic fields and their …
Carrier Transport Engineering In Wide Bandgap Semiconductors For Photonic And Memory Device Applications,
2022
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Carrier Transport Engineering In Wide Bandgap Semiconductors For Photonic And Memory Device Applications, Ravi Teja Velpula
Dissertations
Wide bandgap (WBG) semiconductors play a crucial role in the current solid-state lighting technology. The AlGaN compound semiconductor is widely used for ultraviolet (UV) light-emitting diodes (LEDs), however, the efficiency of these LEDs is largely in a single-digit percentage range due to several factors. Until recently, AlInN alloy has been relatively unexplored, though it holds potential for light-emitters operating in the visible and UV regions. In this dissertation, the first axial AlInN core-shell nanowire UV LEDs operating in the UV-A and UV-B regions with an internal quantum efficiency (IQE) of 52% are demonstrated. Moreover, the light extraction efficiency of this …
Structural And Magneto Conductivity Studies Of Nio/Smba2cu3o7-Δ Superconducting Composite,
2022
Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, Beirut Arab University
Structural And Magneto Conductivity Studies Of Nio/Smba2cu3o7-Δ Superconducting Composite, Hadi Basma, Sajida Rmeid, Ramadan Awad, Mohammed Said
BAU Journal - Science and Technology
In this work, we investigate the effect of NiO nanoparticles' addition on the structure, superconductivity, and magneto conductivity for the SmBa2Cu3O7-δ phase. Composite nano/superconductor of (NiO)x/SmBa2Cu3O7-δ (0.00≤x≤0.12 wt.%) were prepared by conventional solid-state reaction technique and characterized by X-ray powder diffraction (XRD) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The orthorhombic structure was maintained whereas the lattice parameters showed unsystematic variations with the NiO nanoparticles addition. The superconducting transition temperature Tc, determined from electrical resistivity measurements, showed an enhancement with x up to 0.04wt.% followed by a reduction …
Parton Distribution Functions For Pseudoscalar Mesons In The Confining Effective Chiral Quark Theory,
2022
Department of Physics, Pukyong National University (PKNU), Busan 48513, Korea
Parton Distribution Functions For Pseudoscalar Mesons In The Confining Effective Chiral Quark Theory, Parada Tobel Paraduan Hutauruk, Seung-Il Nam
Makara Journal of Science
This review paper presents the gluon, sea, and valence quark distributions of the pseudoscalar (PS) mesons. The calculations of the parton structure of PS mesons are performed using the Bethe-Salpeter equation—Nambu-Jona-Lasinio (BSE-NJL) model, which offers a clear description of the dynamical chiral symmetry breaking (D SB) of the low-energy non-perturbative quantum chromodynamics (QCD), with the help of the Schwinger proper-time regularization scheme that simulates the color QCD confinement. Our results for the dynamical quark mass—which emerged from the spontaneous chiral symmetry breaking (S SB)—are generated via the chiral condensate in the chiral limit and beyond. Results for the valence parton …
Atom-Specific Probing Of Electron Dynamics In An Atomic Adsorbate By Time-Resolved X-Ray Spectroscopy,
2022
Stockholm University
Atom-Specific Probing Of Electron Dynamics In An Atomic Adsorbate By Time-Resolved X-Ray Spectroscopy, Simon Schreck, Elias Diesen, Martina Dell'angela, Chang Liu, Matthew Weston, Flavio Capotondi, Hirohito Ogasawara, Jerry Larue, Roberto Costantini, Martin Beye, Piter S. Miedema, Joakim Halldin Stenlid, Jörgen Gladh, Boyang Liu, Hsin-Yi Wang, Fivos Perakis, Filippo Cavalca, Sergey Koroidov, Peter Amann, Emanuele Pedersoli, Denys Naumenko, Ivaylo Nikolov, Lorenzo Raimondi, Frank Abild-Pedersen, Tony F. Heinz, Johannes Voss, Alan C. Luntz, Anders Nilsson
Biology, Chemistry, and Environmental Sciences Faculty Articles and Research
The electronic excitation occurring on adsorbates at ultrafast timescales from optical lasers that initiate surface chemical reactions is still an open question. Here, we report the ultrafast temporal evolution of x-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS) and x-ray emission spectroscopy (XES) of a simple well-known adsorbate prototype system, namely carbon (C) atoms adsorbed on a nickel [Ni(100)] surface, following intense laser optical pumping at 400 nm. We observe ultrafast (∼100 fs) changes in both XAS and XES showing clear signatures of the formation of a hot electron-hole pair distribution on the adsorbate. This is followed by slower changes on a few picoseconds …
