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Enhanced Quadrupole Interaction By Co And Counter-Propagating Hermite-Gaussian Beams, S. Al-Awfi

Applied Mathematics & Information Sciences

Effective optical quadrupole traps and a planar array of optical wells based on the interference of two optical beams are proposed. Due to this interference a sort of variety distributions are created with intensity maxima and minima that can be used to trap atoms that have transition frequencies appropriately detuned from the frequency w of the light. This technique assists to avoid some undesirable effects of single beam interaction such as destabilizing dissipative force as well as it enhances the magnitude of quadrupole force. In particular, the mutual coupling of two co and counter-propagating Hermite-Gaussian light beams is presented. Both …

Stability Analysis And Optimal Control Of A Malaria Model With Larvivorous Fish As Biological Control Agent, S. Athithan, Mini Ghosh

Applied Mathematics & Information Sciences

This paper presents a non-linear mathematical model of malaria by considering the human reservoir and larvivorous fishes. The different equilibria of the model are computed and stability of these equilibria is investigated in-detail. Also, the basic reproduction number R0 of the model is computed and we observe that the model exhibits backward bifurcation for some set of parameters implying the existence of multiple endemic equilibria for R0 < 1. This existence of multiple endemic equilibria emphasizes the fact that R0 < 1 is not sufficient to eradicate the disease from the population and the need is to lower R0 much below one to make the disease-free equilibrium to be globally stable. The numerical simulation is performed to support analytical findings and the presented results show meaningful agreement. Additionally, the model is extended to incorporate optimal control by introducing the ‘insecticide control’ to control the mosquito population and Pontryagin’s maximum principle[1] is used to analyze the optimal control model. Here too the numerical simulation is performed to demonstrate the effect of optimal control.

On Oscillatory Solution Of Delay Differential Equation And Sufficient Condition Using Sumudu Transform, Hassan Eltayeb, Adem Kılıçman

Applied Mathematics & Information Sciences

In this study we develop sufficient condition in order to determine the solution of delay differential equation is oscillatory or not oscillatory further we also obtain a polynomial approximation to determine the stability of the solutions.

Modeling Of Adaptive Cyber Physical Systems Using Aspect-Oriented Approach, Zhilin Qian, Huiqun Yu, Guisheng Fan

Applied Mathematics & Information Sciences

This paper proposes an aspect-oriented approach to modeling adaptive cyber physical system (CPS) using Petri nets. The core concerns of CPSs are described as device model and task model, and dynamic variations of system behaviors or environment conditions are extracted as crosscutting concerns. The models of runtime inspection as well as device adaptation and task adaptation are designed as aspects nets. For the device adaptation strategy, fault types are analyzed and the control loop concept is integrated to form the adaptation aspect model. For the task adaptation, a rescheduling method using PSO-Pareto algorithm to find the best solution of the …

Ryan Matura Library Annual Report, 2015, Peter Gavin Ferriby

Library Annual Report

The annual report reflects the fiscal year 2014-2015.

Seagrassnet Manual For Scientific Monitoring Of Seagrass Habitat, Frederick T. Short, Robert G. Coles, Catherine M. Short

PREP Reports & Publications

No abstract provided.

The Joint Archives Quarterly, Volume 25.02: Summer 2015, Nathan Longfield, Alex Markos, Geoffrey D. Reynolds

The Joint Archives Quarterly

No abstract provided.

Macalester Today Summer 2015, Macalester College

Macalester Today

No abstract provided.

Dewitt Wallace Library Annual Report 2014-2015, Teresa A. Fishel, Beth Hillemann, Jacquelyn F. Betsworth, Aaron Albertson, Dave Collins, Angi Faiks, Katy Gabrio, Virginia Moran, Ellen Holt-Werle, Connie Karlen, Alexis Logsdon, Jesse A. Sawyer, Chris Schommer, Laura Secord, Katie Witzig

Annual Report - DeWitt Wallace Library

Summary of library and media services activities for 2014-2015

Tenure And Promotion Announcement, 2015, University Of Mississippi. Provost

Tenure and Promotion Announcements

No abstract provided.

The Production Of Alpha/Beta And Gamma/Delta Double Negative (Dn) T-Cells And Their Role In The Maintenance Of Pregnancy, John C. Chapman, Fae M. Chapman, Sandra D. Michael

Biological Sciences Faculty Scholarship

The ability of the thymus gland to convert bone marrow-derived progenitor cells into single positive (SP) T-cells is well known. In this review we present evidence that the thymus, in addition to producing SP T-cells, also has a pathway for the production of double negative (DN) T-cells. The existence of this pathway was noted during our examination of relevant literature to determine the cause of sex steroid-induced thymocyte loss. In conducting this search our objective was to answer the question of whether thymocyte loss is the end product of a typical interaction between the reproductive and immune systems, or evidence …

Monitoring Water Resources Of The Gulf Mountain Wildlife Management Area To Evaluate Possible Effects Of Natural Gas Development, Bradley J. Austin, Erin E. Scott, Sally Entrekin, Michelle A. Evans-White, Brian E. Haggard

Arkansas Water Resources Center Technical Reports

No abstract provided.

Soluble Epoxide Hydrolase Null Mice Exhibit Female And Male Differences In Regulation Of Vascular Homeostasis, Luca Vanella, Martina Canestraro, Craig R. Lee, Jian Cao, Darryl C. Zeldin, Michal L. Schwartzman, Nader G. Abraham

NYMC Faculty Publications

Increased CYP epoxygenase activity and consequently up regulation of epoxyeicosatrienoic acids (EETs) levels provides protection against metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular diseases. Conversion of arachidonic acid epoxides to diols by soluble epoxide hydrolase (sEH) diminishes the beneficial cardiovascular properties of these epoxyeicosanoids. We therefore examined the possible biochemical consequences of sEH deletion on vascular responses in male and female mice. Through the use of the sEH KO mouse, we provide evidence of differences in the compensatory response in the balance between nitric oxide (NO), carbon monoxide (CO), EETs and the vasoconstrictor 20-HETE in male and female KO mice. Serum levels of …

Bright Or Dark, Or Virtues And Vices? A Reexamination Of The Big Five And Job Performance, Christopher M. Castille

Doctoral Dissertations

Personality research in industrial/organizational psychology has been dominated by the description of personality traits and outcomes as either bright or dark. Unfortunately, research has shown that bright traits have dark outcomes and vice versa, suggesting that a paradox is plaguing the literature. To resolve this paradox, I propose that a different heuristic stemming from positive psychology be utilized: virtues and vices. Virtues refer to exercises of human excellence while vices refer to actions of human failure. Drawing on the virtue ethics concept of the Aristotelian mean, dark traits are viewed as extreme or elevated levels of bright personality traits, allowing …

2015-2016 Ursinus College Course Catalogue, Office Of The Registrar

Ursinus College Catalogues, 1869-Present

A digital copy of the 2015-2016 Ursinus College Catalog. It contains details of the curriculum, departmental requirements and courses of instruction as well as core requirements such as the Common Intellectual Experience (CIE) and Independent Learning Experience (ILE). Academic policies, special opportunities and graduation requirements are also outlined.

Telonicher Marine Laboratory, Hsu Telonicher Marine Laboratory

Newsletters

No abstract provided.

Wsu Research News, Summer 2015, Office Of Research And Sponsored Programs, Wright State University

WSU Research News

A sixteen page newsletter of the WSU Research News. The WSU Research News was published monthly beginning in June of 1968 and issued by the Office of Research Development. This newsletter was created to provide information to the WSU faculty about the availability of outside funds for research and educational programs, new developments that may affect availability of funds, and general information on research and educational activities at Wright State University.

The Medical Liability Exemption: A Path To Affordable Pharmaceuticals, Carrie E. Rosato

Florida State University Law Review

Patent monopolies are tolerated because we believe they promote progress that benefits society. What should be done when these monopolies actually increase human suffering? Drug prices in America are fifty to eighty percent higher than the rest of the world, meaning many cannot afford drugs that will improve or even save their lives. When striking a balance between the interests of the patent holder and that of the public, it is important to bear in mind that the rewards granted to patentees are secondary to the public benefit derived from their labors. The ideal solution would come from Congress creating …

Implementing A Carbon Tax In Florida Under The Clean Power Plan: Policy Considerations, Chris Hastings

Florida State University Law Review

No abstract provided.

Implications Of Underlying Pathophysiology Of Osteomyelitis In Diabetics For Nursing Care, Danielle Spencer

Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN)

Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone caused by either bacteria, fungi, parasites, viruses or mycobacteria (McCance, et. al., 2014). The infection can enter bone either through an outside source or through the blood from a blood borne infection (McCance, et. al., 2014). The most common bacteria involved with osteomyelitis is Staphylococcus aureus (Hatzenbuehler & Pulling, 2011, p. 1027). Recently, at Dublin Methodist Hospital there has been an increase in the number of osteomyelitis cases in chronic uncontrolled diabetic patients requiring below the knee amputations. Two of the cases specifically were linked to chronic diabetic foot ulcers. Each of these …

The Pathology Of Heart Failure, Kevin Ahman

Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN)

The topic I have chosen to research is heart failure. I have chosen this topic because I have treated many patients in the ICU with this condition, and find it an interesting pathology. Heart failure affects a significant portion of the patient population, and the rates are increasing. 5.1 million Americans ≥20 years of age have heart failure, projections show that by 2030, the prevalence of HF will increase 25% from 2013 estimates. At 40 years of age, the lifetime risk of developing HF for both men and women is 1 in 5. At 80 years of age, remaining lifetime …

Molecular Epidemiology And Genomics Of Group A Streptococcus, Debra E. Bessen, W Michael Mcshan, Scott V. Nguyen, Amol Shetty, Sonia Agrawal, Hervé Tettelin

NYMC Faculty Publications

Streptococcus pyogenes (group A Streptococcus; GAS) is a strict human pathogen with a very high prevalence worldwide. This review highlights the genetic organization of the species and the important ecological considerations that impact its evolution. Recent advances are presented on the topics of molecular epidemiology, population biology, molecular basis for genetic change, genome structure and genetic flux, phylogenomics and closely related streptococcal species, and the long- and short-term evolution of GAS. The application of whole genome sequence data to addressing key biological questions is discussed.

Western Michigan University Magazine, Summer 2015, Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University Magazine (1997-present)

• University News
• Living Longer, Better: A look at research, education related to aging
• ‘Aging in Place’: New service provides home support for seniors
• Music-Empowered Memory: Can music maintain a youthful mind?
• To Foil a Fall: Thwarting the top cause of injury among older adults
• Expert Insights
• Senior-Community: Living—Like College? Retired professor’s essay on resettling
• Research File
• From Screen to Page: Digital-age barriers to literacy
• Storytelling Powered by Parents: Prof studies child development tool
• Heart of the Matter: Probing the biology of heart disease
• Tainted Water: Researcher wins NSF grant to study contaminants damaging lakes, rivers
• Physics Fellow: Recent graduate wins …

Growing South Dakota (Summer 2015), College Of Agriculture &. Biological Sciences

Growing South Dakota (Publication of the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences)

[Page] 2 Exciting New Era Underway: New Facilities & New Degree Offerings Coming To Fruition
[Page] 5 USDA Report Touts Agriculture Among Best Fields For College Grads
[Page] 6 Critical Need: Essential Services Of ADRDL Need Support For Modernized Facility
[Page] 8 Quarterly Colloquium: State's Ag Leaders Collaborate
[Page] 9 Profiles In Leadership: Developing A Museum To Enrich And Transform Lives
[Page] 10 Productive Partnerships: Collaboration Between Producers & Researchers Guides Research Farm Efforts
[Page] 12 Coordinated Effort: SDSU's John Ball Serves Dual Role To Benefit South Dakota's Trees
[Page] 14 Progressive Perspective: Dan Oedekoven Reflects On Extension's Evolution
[Page] …

Assessment Of Validity And Response Bias In Neuropsychiatric Evaluations, Dustin Wygant, Robert Phillip Granacher

Psychology Faculty and Staff Research

BACKGROUND: Forensic neuropsychiatric assessment requires thorough consideration of malingering and response bias. Neuropsychiatric evaluations are complicated due to the multiple domains in which symptoms and impairment present. Moreover, symptom exaggeration in these evaluations can also present along various symptom domains (e.g., psychological, neurocognitive, somatic). Consequently, steps must be taken to ensure adequate coverage of response bias across all three domains of function.

PURPOSE: The following article reviews the conceptualization of malingering in neuropsychiatric settings, as well as various approaches and measures that can be helpful in the assessment of malingering and response bias.

CONCLUSIONS: Forensic neuropsychiatric assessment requires thorough consideration …

Prism, Summer 2015, Office Of The Provost

Prism: Western Michigan University's Newsletter for Academic Affairs

No abstract provided.

Chemistry & Biochemistry Newsletter, Department Of Chemistry & Biochemistry, South Dakota State University

Chemistry & Biochemistry Newsletter: 2002-2015

Inside

Page 2 Prototype Detects Cyanide Poisoning in 70 Seconds
Page 3 Department TAs Receive CETL Awards; Li Li Ji is Lardy Distinguished Lecturer
Page 4 Fulbright Scholar Uses Soil Components to Trap Pollutants; 2015 Graduates
Page 5 ASBMB Accredits CBC’s Biochemistry Major; Recent Faculty Publications
Page 6 Reaching Out to the Community
Page 7 Faculty and Student News; Alumni News
Page 8 Raynie Becomes an LCGC Editor; Retired Department Head Featured

Longwood Magazine 2015 Summer, Longwood University

Alumni Newsletters & Bulletins

No abstract provided.

Uni Schedule Of Classes, Summer 2015, University Of Northern Iowa

UNI Schedule of Classes

A listing and schedule of the courses being taught as well as policies and procedures concerning attending classes at the University of Northern Iowa.

Annual Report, Fiscal Year 2014-15, Office Of Sponsored Programs And Research

Office of Sponsored Programs and Research - Reports

No abstract provided.