Using quantum state protection via dissipation in a quantum-dot molecule to solve the Deutsch problem

The wide set of control parameters and reduced size scale make semiconductor quantum dots attractive candidates to implement solid-state quantum computation. Considering an asymmetric double quantum dot coupled by tunneling, we combine the action of a laser field and the spontaneous emission of the excitonic state to protect an arbitrary superposition state of the indirect exciton and ground state. As a by-product we show how to use the protected state to solve the Deutsch problem.Comment: 8 pages, 1 figure, 2 table

Comparative electron temperature measurements of Thomson scattering and electron cyclotron emission diagnostics in TCABR plasmas

We present the first simultaneous measurements of the Thomson scattering and electron cyclotron emission radiometer diagnostics performed at TCABR tokamak with Alfven wave heating. The Thomson scattering diagnostic is an upgraded version of the one previously installed at the ISTTOK tokamak, while the electron cyclotron emission radiometer employs a heterodyne sweeping radiometer. For purely Ohmic discharges, the electron temperature measurements from both diagnostics are in good agreement. Additional Alfven wave heating does not affect the capability of the Thomson scattering diagnostic to measure the instantaneous electron temperature, whereas measurements from the electron cyclotron emission radiometer become underestimates of the actual temperature values. (C) 2010 American Institute of Physics. [doi:10.1063/1.3494379]811

Nanofibrillated bacterial cellulose and pectin edible films added with fruit purees.

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Compression and bending behavior of steel fiber reinforced self-compacting concrete

A method to design cost competitive steel fiber reinforced self-compacting concrete (SFRSCC) for precasting industrial applications is described in this paper. Since demolding the elements as soon as possible is an important requirement in this industry, the influence of the age on the resistance and toughness of the designed SFRSCC was assessed carrying out an experimental program. Based on the force-deflection relationship obtained in the three point bending notched beam tests performed according to the RILEM TC 162-TDF recommendations, the stress-crack opening relationship of the SFRSCC was determined. The influence of the SFRSCC age on the fracture parameters of this material was analyzed.Inserido no programa de pesquisa suportado pelo FEDER e o Ministério da Ciência e Tecnologia (MCT) e promovido pelo Agencia de Inovação (ADI)

DETERMINATION OF WEIBULL PARAMETERS FOR WIND APPLICATIONS IN TWO DIFFERENT REGIONS

In this work, the main objective is to determine the shape (k) and scale (c) parameters of the Weibull probability density function through four numerical methods, known as graphical method (GM), empirical method of Justus (EMJ), empirical method of Lysen (EML), and moment method (MM) in two distinct cities, Gravatá-PE and Osório-RS, under the influence of two wind regimes. To do that, it will be used the hourly wind data obtained through NASA's Meteonorm database, from 2006 to 2015. Statistical analyzes also will be used to determine the best method used to determine these parameters

Comportamento de genótipos de macaxeiras biofortificadas no Acre e Rondônia.

As variedades de mandioca que apresentam baixos teores de ácido cianídrico, geralmente consumidas in natura são, nas regiões norte e nordeste do Brasil, denominadas macaxeiras. Este trabalho teve como objetivo avaliar o comportamento de genótipos de macaxeiras biofortificadas coloridas portadoras maior teor de caroteno em relação as macaxeiras brancas

Projecting future climate change-mediated impacts in Three Paralytic Shellfish Toxins-Producing dinoflagellate species

Simple Summary Harmful algal blooms present a particular risk for marine ecosystems and human health alike. In this sense, it is important to accurately predict how toxin-producing microalgae could be affected by future climate change. The present study applied species distribution models (SDMs) to project the potential changes in the habitat suitability and distribution of three key paralytic shellfish toxin (PST)-producing dinoflagellate species (i.e., Alexandrium catenella, A. minutum, and Gymnodinium catenatum), up to 2040/50 and 2090/2100, across four different greenhouse gas emission scenarios, and using four abiotic predictors (i.e., sea surface temperature, salinity, current velocity, and bathymetry). In general, considerable contractions were observed for all three species in the lower latitudes of their distribution, together with projected expansions into higher latitudes, particularly in the Northern Hemisphere. This study aims to entice further research on the future biogeographical impacts of climate change in toxin-producing microalgae species while, at the same time, helping to advise the correct environmental management of coastal habitats and ecosystems. Toxin-producing microalgae present a significant environmental risk for ecosystems and human societies when they reach concentrations that affect other aquatic organisms or human health. Harmful algal blooms (HAB) have been linked to mass wildlife die-offs and human food poisoning episodes, and climate change has the potential to alter the frequency, magnitude, and geographical extent of such events. Thus, a framework of species distribution models (SDMs), employing MaxEnt modeling, was used to project changes in habitat suitability and distribution of three key paralytic shellfish toxin (PST)-producing dinoflagellate species (i.e., Alexandrium catenella, A. minutum, and Gymnodinium catenatum), up to 2050 and 2100, across four representative concentration pathway scenarios (RCP-2.6, 4.5, 6.0, and 8.5; CMIP5). Despite slightly different responses at the regional level, the global habitat suitability has decreased for all the species, leading to an overall contraction in their tropical and sub-tropical ranges, while considerable expansions are projected in higher latitudes, particularly in the Northern Hemisphere, suggesting poleward distributional shifts. Such trends were exacerbated with increasing RCP severity. Yet, further research is required, with a greater assemblage of environmental predictors and improved occurrence datasets, to gain a more holistic understanding of the potential impacts of climate change on PST-producing species.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio

Padrão de fermentação da silagem de cinco genótipos de sorgo.

Foram utilizados cinco genótipos de sorgo de colmo seco, sendo dois híbridos comerciais (Volumax e BR 700) e três novos híbridos experimentais desenvolvidos pela Embrapa Milho e Sorgo (0249341, 0249317 e 0249339), com o objetivo de determinar, no material original e em sete tempos de abertura subseqüentes à ensilagem (1, 3, 5, 7, 14, 28 e 56), as porcentagens de matéria seca, proteína bruta, nitrogênio amoniacal em relação ao nitrogênio total, pH e carboidratos solúveis em álcool. Os valores de matéria seca dos materiais originais foram semelhantes aos das silagens em todos os dias de abertura. Os valores de matéria seca das silagens variaram entre 26,03 e 41,13% com média 32,65%. Os valores de proteína bruta foram menores no 56° dia de abertura comparados aos dos materiais originais. A degradação dos carboidratos solúveis foi intensa até o quinto dia de fermentação. Os valores de nitrogênio amoniacal foram baixos e estáveis até o 28° dia pós-ensilagem, com pequeno aumento no 56° dia e a variação neste último período foi de 2,01 a 3,66%. Os valores de pH variaram de 3,69 a 4,52 e sua estabilização se deu no quinto dia pós-ensilagem. De maneira geral, os híbridos avaliados apresentaram potencial para serem utilizados na forma de silagem

Exigências em energia e proteína líquida para ovelhas da raça Santa Inês em lactação.

Objetivou-se determinar as necessidades de proteína e energia líquida de ovelhas em lactação submetidas a dois manejos nutricionais na gestação e dois tipos de gestação. Os ensaios experimentais foram conduzidos nas instalações do Laboratório de Metabolismo e Calorimetria Animal do Departamento de Zootecnia da Escola de Veterinária da UFMG. Foram utilizadas 28 ovelhas da raça Santa Inês, em um delineamento experimental inteiramente casualizado em arranjo fatorial 2x2, e considerou-se dois tipos de gestação (simples e gemelar) e dois tipos de manejo nutricional (com e sem restrição). As ovelhas eram colocadas sobre plataforma e contidas para realização da ordenha. Para análise dos dados referentes às semanas em lactação utilizou-se o modelo de medidas repetidas no tempo. Os grupos experimentais foram avaliados mediante utilização do teste SNK a 5% de significância. A produção de leite não foi afetada pelo manejo nutricional, bem como a quantidade de gordura, proteína, energia e as necessidades em energia e proteína. Portanto, ficou evidenciado neste estudo que somente o manejo nutricional não foi capaz de alterar as variáveis estudadas. Ovelhas com gestação dupla apresentaram maior produção de leite, maiores teores de gordura e proteína no leite bem como maior valor energético do mesmo. As necessidades em energia e proteína foram maiores para ovelhas com gestação dupla. A produção de leite e as necessidades em energia e proteína foram maiores até a décima semana de lactação. A exigência nutricional em energia e proteína acompanhou a curva de produção de leite. [Net requirement of protein and energy of Santa Inês ewe in lactation]. Abstract: This study aimed to obtain the protein and liquid energy requirements from lactating ewes under two nutritional managements during pregnancy and under two types of pregnancy. Experimental tests were conducted at the Animal Metabolism and Calorimetry Laboratory on Department of Animal Science from Veterinary School of UFMG. For the experimental testing, were used 28 Santa Ines sheeps in a completely randomized design under 2 x 2 factorial arrangement, considering two pregnancy types (single and double) and two nutritional managements (with and without restriction). Sheeps were placed on the platform and contained for milking. To analyse data regarding milking weeks it was used the model of repeated measures in time. The experimental groups were evaluated using the SNK test at 5% significance level. (1) Diets were compound of corn meal (Zea mays), soybean meal (Glycine max), chopped Tifton grass hay (Cynodon spp.) and limestone. Sheep?s specific mineralsupplement was offered ad libitum to the animals Milk production was not affected by nutritional management, as the amount of fat, protein and, energy from milk. The same results were observed to energy and protein requirements. This fact shows that the nutritional management, per se, was not able to change the variables studied. The double pregnancy produced more milk, fat and protein in milk increasing its energy value. Energy and protein requirements were higher in ewes with double pregnancy. Milk production, energy and protein requirements were higher until the tenth week of lactation. Energy and protein nutritional requirement followed the milk production curve

Incidência de ferrugem e cercospora em café (Coffea canephora) na Transamazônica.

Edição dos Resumos do XLII Congresso Brasileiro de Fitopatologia; Annual Meeting of the Brazilain Phytopathological Society, Rio de Janeiro, agosto 2009