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Anisotropic evolution of D-dimensional FRW spacetime
We examine the time evolution of the D=d+4 dimensional Einstein field
equations subjected to a flat Robertson-Walker metric where the 3D and
higher-dimensional scale factors are allowed to evolve at different rates. We
find the exact solution to these equations for a single fluid component, which
yields two limiting regimes offering the 3D scale factor as a function of the
time. The fluid regime solution closely mimics that described by 4D FRW
cosmology, offering a late-time behavior for the 3D scale factor after becoming
valid in the early universe, and can give rise to a late-time accelerated
expansion driven by vacuum energy. This is shown to be preceded by an earlier
volume regime solution, which offers a very early-time epoch of accelerated
expansion for a radiation-dominated universe for d=1. The time scales
describing these phenomena, including the transition from volume to fluid
regime, are shown to fall within a small fraction of the first second when the
fundamental constants of the theory are aligned with the Planck time. This
model potentially offers a higher-dimensional alternative to scalar-field
inflationary theory and a consistent cosmological theory, yielding a unified
description of early- and late-time accelerated expansions via a 5D spacetime
scenario.Comment: Title changed from "A possible higher-dimensional alternative to
scalar-field inflationary theory". Several new results have been added
including a predicted lower- and upper-bound on the time scales marking the
end of an early-time inflationary epoch and the beginning of an FRW epoch for
d=
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Educating the public health workforce: Issues and challenges
Background: In public health, as well as other health education contexts, there is increasing recognition of the transformation in public health practice and the necessity for educational providers to keep pace. Traditionally, public health education has been at the postgraduate level; however, over the past decade an upsurge in the growth of undergraduate public health degrees has taken place. Discussion: This article explores the impact of these changes on the traditional sphere of Master of Public Health programs, the range of competencies required at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and the relevance of these changes to the public health workforce. It raises questions about the complexity of educational issues facing tertiary institutions and discusses the implications of these issues on undergraduate and postgraduate programs in public health. Conclusion: The planning and provisioning of education in public health must differentiate between the requirements of undergraduate and postgraduate students – while also addressing the changing needs of the health workforce. Within Australia, although significant research has been undertaken regarding the competencies required by postgraduate public health students, the approach is still somewhat piecemeal, and does not address undergraduate public health. This paper argues for a consistent approach to competencies that describe and differentiate entry-level and advanced practice
Colorectal cancer screening among African American church members: A qualitative and quantitative study of patient-provider communication
BACKGROUND: A healthcare provider's recommendation to undergo screening has been shown to be one of the strongest predictors of completing a colorectal cancer (CRC) screening test. We sought to determine the relationship between the general quality of self-rated patient-provider communication and the completion of CRC screening. METHODS: A formative study using qualitative data from focus groups and quantitative data from a cross-sectional survey of church members about the quality of their communication with their healthcare provider, their CRC risk knowledge, and whether they had completed CRC screening tests. Focus group participants were a convenience sample of African American church members. Participants for the survey were recruited by telephone from membership lists of 12 African American churches located in rural counties of North Carolina to participate in the WATCH (Wellness for African Americans Through Churches) Project. RESULTS: Focus Groups. Six focus groups (n = 45) were conducted prior to the baseline survey. Discussions focused on CRC knowledge, and perceived barriers/motivators to CRC screening. A theme that emerged during each groups' discussion about CRC screening was the quality of the participants' communication with their health care provider. Survey. Among the 397 participants over age 50, 31% reported CRC screening within the recommended guidelines. Participants who self-rated their communication as good were more likely to have been screened (36%) within the recommended guidelines than were participants with poor communication (17%) (OR = 2.8, 95% CI 1.2, 6.4; p = 0.013). Participants who had adequate CRC knowledge completed CRC screening at a higher rate than those with inadequate knowledge (p = 0.011). The percentage of participants with CRC screening in the recommended guidelines, stratified by communication and knowledge group were: 42% for good communication/adequate knowledge; 27% for good communication/inadequate knowledge; 29% for poor communication/adequate knowledge; and 5% for poor communication/inadequate knowledge. CONCLUSIONS: Participants who rated their patient-provider communication as good were more likely to have completed CRC screening tests than those reporting poor communication. Among participants reporting good communication, knowledge about colorectal cancer was also associated with test completion. Interventions to improve patient-provider communication may be important to increase low rates of CRC screening test completion among African Americans
Analysis of modern analog and digital communication channels from a manager's perspective
This thesis presents the fundamental communication transmission
principles which define the performance characteristics
cf the transmission channel. The subject matter is divided
into three categories (1) antennas, (2) transmission lines,
and (3) waveguides. The scope of presentation is results
oriented rather than the traditional theorem and proof
approach. While tie results are quantitative in nature,
consideration of the underlying principles as well as the
advantages and disadvantages associated with each transmission
channel are presented. Although technical factors are
often the tasis upon which decisions regarding communication
systeis are made, it is evident that the telecommunication
systems manager must understand the fundamental principles
cf the transmission channel in order to effect viable solutions
to telecommunications management problems.http://archive.org/details/analysisofmodern00brouLieutenant Commander, United States NavyApproved for public release; distribution is unlimited
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Influence of Phosphorus Fertilizer Placement on Sub-irrigated Meadows
On two Nebraska sub-irrigated meadows drilling phosphorus fertilizer at a depth of 3 to 4 inches resulted in lower dry matter yields and lower percentages of phosphorus as compared with surface application. By labelling superphosphate (35 lb P/ac) with 32 P it was shown that grasses, which constituted the bulk of the forage, took up less fertilizer phosphorus when the latter was drilled in than when applied on the surface.This material was digitized as part of a cooperative project between the Society for Range Management and the University of Arizona Libraries.The Journal of Range Management archives are made available by the Society for Range Management and the University of Arizona Libraries. Contact [email protected] for further information.Migrated from OJS platform August 202