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Non-destructive Orthonormal State Discrimination
We provide explicit quantum circuits for the non-destructive deterministic
discrimination of Bell states in the Hilbert space , where is
qudit dimension. We discuss a method for generalizing this to non-destructive
measurements on any set of orthogonal states distributed among parties.
From the practical viewpoint, we show that such non-destructive measurements
can help lower quantum communication complexity under certain conditions.Comment: 11 pages, 6 fugure
Enhanced grain surface effect on magnetic properties of nanometric La0.7Ca0.3MnO3 manganite : Evidence of surface spin freezing of manganite nanoparticles
We have investigated the effect of nanometric grain size on magnetic
properties of single phase, nanocrystalline, granular La0.7Ca0.3MnO3 (LCMO)
sample. We have considered core-shell structure of our LCMO nanoparticles,
which can explain its magnetic properties. From the temperature dependence of
field cooled (FC) and zero-field cooled (ZFC) dc magnetization (DCM), the
magnetic properties could be distinguished into two regimes: a relatively high
temperature regime T > 40 K where the broad maximum of ZFC curve (at T = Tmax)
is associated with the blocking of core particle moments, whereas the sharp
maximum (at T = TS) is related to the freezing of surface (shell) spins. The
unusual shape of M (H) loop at T = 1.5 K, temperature dependent feature of
coercive field and remanent magnetization give a strong support of surface spin
freezing that are occurring at lower temperature regime (T < 40 K) in this LCMO
nanoparticles. Additionally, waiting time (tw) dependence of ZFC relaxation
measurements at T = 50 K show weak dependence of relaxation rate [S(t)] on tw
and dM/dln(t) following a logarithmic variation on time. Both of these features
strongly support the high temperature regime to be associated with the blocking
of core moments. At T = 20 K, ZFC relaxation measurements indicates the
existence of two different types of relaxation processes in the sample with
S(t) attaining a maximum at the elapsed time very close to the wait time tw =
1000 sec, which is an unequivocal sign of glassy behavior. This age-dependent
effect convincingly establish the surface spin freezing of our LCMO
nanoparticles associated with a background of superparamagnetic (SPM) phase of
core moments.Comment: 41 pages, 10 figure
Role of solar flare index in long term modulation of cosmic ray intensity
Recently, the importance of the occurrence of solar flares in the long-term modulation of cosmic ray intensity has been re-emphasized. For this purpose, the data of solar flares have been used from various publications, such as Solar Geophysical Data books, U.A.G. reports and Quarterly Bulletin Of Solar Activity. Research very clearly reveals that even the periodic changes in the solar flare observations, obtained from the four different data sources, for the same interval, differ significantly from one another; this is evidenced even on an average basis. Hence, in any study using solar flares, the importance of selecting a single compilation of the solar-flare data for the entire period of investigation is stressed
Identification of RAPD marker for the White Backed Plant Hopper (WBPH) resistant gene in rice
The experimental material consisted of two parents Gurjari (white backed plant hopper resistant) and Jaya (white backed plant hopper susceptible) and their F2 progeny. The purpose of the study was the identification of RAPD (Random Amplified Polymorphic DNA) marker for white backed plant hopper (WBPH) resistant gene. The RAPD analysis was done group wise as well as combined for the bulk segregant analysis (BSA). For the BSA, of the total 50 random primers surveyed, a single linked primer, OPA 08, was identified. This primer generated 8-bands, one of which, OPA08-7, was putatively linked to resistant gene as was evident by its presence in almost all the resistant bulks and vice-versa. This band had molecular weight equal to 1219.38 bp and was found in resistant parent, Gurjari, and in almost all the resistant bulks (the four susceptible bulks revealed absence of the same band) indicating the band OPA08-7 as a marker for WBPH resistance among the screened rice genotypes
Solve Non-Linear Parabolic Partial Differential Equation by Spline Collocation Method
This paper provides an overview of the formulation, analysis and implementation of Spline collocation method for the numerical solution of partial differential equation with two space variable which is of parabolic type. The method includes the solution of non-linear equation which can be expressed as in matrix form. The use of spline collocation methods in the solution of initial-boundary value problems for parabolic-type system id described, with emphasis on alternating direction implicit methods. Problem of vertical groundwater recharge solve by spline collocation method. Finally, recent applications of spline collocation method are outlined
Asymptotic high frequency analysis of the electromagnetic backscattering from an inlet model consisting of piecewise linearly tapered sections
Electromagnetic backscattering from an open ended three dimensional inlet model is analyzed and computed patterns are compared with results of experimental measurements. The model is comprised of two sections. The first section consists of a linearly tapered waveguide with a rectangular opening at one end and the other end is connected to the second section which is a uniform rectangular waveguide with a planar perfectly conducting termination. The model is electrically large so that many propagating modes are excited. The method of analysis contains conventional aperture integration and modal techniques combined with high frequency techniques, which employ concepts such as modal rays, geometrical theory of diffraction and equivalent currents. For the cases considered, it is shown that only a few of the many propagating modes contribute appreciably to the backscattered field. These modes are selected according to their modal ray angle directions
DEVELOPMENT, CHARACTERIZATION AND IN VITRO RELEASE KINETIC STUDIES OF IBANDRONATE LOADED CHITOSAN NANOPARTICLES FOR EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT OF OSTEOPOROSIS
Objective: The objective of the present study was to develop, optimize, and evaluate Ibandronate-sodium loaded chitosan nanoparticles (Ib-CS NPs) to treat osteoporosis.
Methods: NPs were prepared by the Ionic gelation method and optimized for various parameters such as the effect of concentration of chitosan, sodium tripolyphosphate (TPP), and pH effect on particle size polydispersity index (PDI), zeta potential, and entrapment efficiency. The prepared nanoparticles were characterized using particle size analyzer (DLS), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and Fourier-Transform Infrared spectroscopy (FTIR).
Results: Formulated NPs were obtained in the average nano size in the range below 200 nm in TEM, SEM, and DLS studies. The particle size and encapsulation efficiency of the optimized formulation were 176.1 nm and 63.28%, respectively. The release profile of NPs was depended on the dissolution medium and followed the First-order release kinetics.
Conclusion: Bisphosphonates are the most commonly prescribed drugs for treating osteoporosis in the US and many other countries, including India. Ibandronate is a widely used anti-osteoporosis drug, exhibits a strong inhibitory effect on bone resorption performed by osteoclast cells. Our results indicated that Ibandronate sodium-loaded chitosan nanoparticles provide an effective medication for the treatment of osteoporosis
Rich dynamics of an SIR epidemic model
This paper aims to study an SIR epidemic model with an asymptotically homogeneous transmission function. The stability of the disease-free and the endemic equilibrium is addressed. Numerical simulations are carried out. Implications of our analytical and numerical findings are discussed critically
High accuracy short-term PWV operational forecast at the VLT and perspectives for sky background forecast
In this paper we present the first results ever obtained by applying the
autoregressive (AR) technique to the precipitable water vapour (PWV). The study
is performed at the Very Large Telescope. The AR technique has been recently
proposed to provide forecasts of atmospheric and astroclimatic parameters at
short time scales (up to a few hours) by achieving much better performances
with respect to the 'standard forecasts' provided early afternoon for the
coming night. The AR method uses the real-time measurements of the parameter of
interest to improve the forecasts performed with atmospherical models. We used
here measurements provided by LHATPRO, a radiometer measuring continuously the
PWV at the VLT. When comparing the AR forecast at 1h to the standard forecast,
we observe a gain factor of 8 (i.e. 800 per cent) in terms of
forecast accuracy. In the PWV 1 mm range, which is extremely critical
for infrared astronomical applications, the RMSE of the predictions is of the
order of just a few hundredth of millimetres (0.04 mm). We proved therefore
that the AR technique provides an important benefit to VLT science operations
for all the instruments sensitive to the PWV. Besides, we show how such an
ability in predicting the PWV can be useful also to predict the sky background
in the infrared range (extremely appealing for METIS). We quantify such an
ability by applying this method to the NEAR project (New Earth in the Alpha Cen
region) supported by ESO and Breakthrough Initiatives
Higher order antibunching is not a rare phenomenon
Since the introduction of higher order nonclassical effects, higher order
squeezing has been reported in a number of different physical systems but
higher order antibunching is predicted only in three particular cases. In the
present work, we have shown that the higher order antibunching is not a rare
phenomenon rather it can be seen in many simple optical processes. To establish
our claim, we have shown it in six wave mixing process, four wave mixing
process and in second harmonic generation process.Comment: 6 pages, no figure, Latex 2
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