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    Polymers Confined between Two Parallel Plane Walls

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    Single three dimensional polymers confined to a slab, i.e. to the region between two parallel plane walls, are studied by Monte Carlo simulations. They are described by NN-step walks on a simple cubic lattice confined to the region 1zD1 \le z \le D. The simulations cover both regions D>RFD > R_F (where RFNνR_F \sim N^\nu is the Flory radius, with ν0.587\nu \approx 0.587), as well as the cross-over region in between. Chain lengths are up to N=80,000N=80,000, slab widths up to D=120. In order to test the analysis program and to check for finite size corrections, we actually studied three different models: (a) Ordinary random walks (mimicking Θ\Theta-polymers); (b) Self-avoiding walks (SAW); and (c) Domb-Joyce walks with the self-repulsion tuned to the point where finite size corrections for free (unrestricted) chains are minimal. For the simulations we employ the pruned-enriched-Rosenbluth method (PERM) with Markovian anticipation. In addition to the partition sum (which gives us a direct estimate of the forces exerted onto the walls), we measure the density profiles of monomers and of end points transverse to the slab, and the radial extent of the chain parallel to the walls. All scaling laws and some of the universal amplitude ratios are compared to theoretical predictions.Comment: 8 pages, 14 figures include

    Counterexample Guided Inductive Optimization Applied to Mobile Robots Path Planning (Extended Version)

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    We describe and evaluate a novel optimization-based off-line path planning algorithm for mobile robots based on the Counterexample-Guided Inductive Optimization (CEGIO) technique. CEGIO iteratively employs counterexamples generated from Boolean Satisfiability (SAT) and Satisfiability Modulo Theories (SMT) solvers, in order to guide the optimization process and to ensure global optimization. This paper marks the first application of CEGIO for planning mobile robot path. In particular, CEGIO has been successfully applied to obtain optimal two-dimensional paths for autonomous mobile robots using off-the-shelf SAT and SMT solvers.Comment: 7 pages, 14rd Latin American Robotics Symposium (LARS'2017

    Cultivares de arroz de sequeiro para o Território Federal de Roraima.

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    Iatrogeny in Paediatrics. Reconsider Attitudes

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    A iatrogenia é uma alteração patológica provocada no doente que pode ocorrer nas várias fases do acto médico. Nos EUA é considerada a quarta causa de morte, mas em Portugal as referências na literatura são escassas e a sua incidência é desconhecida. Ainda que diferente de erro médico, continua tema tabu para os profissionais de saúde. Apresenta-se o caso clínico de iatrogenia relacional, diagnóstica e terapêutica, com consequências importantes para o doente. O médico tem um papel fundamental na redução da morbilidade e mortalidade por iatrogenia, sendo seu dever questionar e repensar diagnósticos e terapêuticas e manter uma atitude vigilante e autocrítica, de modo a identificar eventuais riscos de iatrogenia ou a corrigi-la o mais precocemente possível

    Perinatal Outcome and Change in Body Mass Index in Mothers of Dichorionic Twins: a Longitudinal Cohort Study

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    We used a prospective cohort to analyze the effect of change in BMI rather than change in weight, in mothers carrying dichorionic twins from a population that did not receive any dietary intervention. A total of 269 mothers (150 nulliparas and 119 multiparas) were evaluated. The average change (%) from the pre-gravid BMI was 7.2+/-6.1, 17.4+/-8.2, and 28.7+/-10.8, at 12-14, 22-25, and 30-34 weeks, respectively, without difference between nulliparas and multiparas. The comparison between maternities below or above the average change from the pregravid BMI failed to demonstrate an advantage (in terms of total twin birthweight and gestational age) of an above average change from the pregravid BMI, even when the lower versus upper quartiles were compared. Our observations reached different conclusions regarding the recommended universal dietary intervention in twin gestations. A cautious approach is advocated towards seemingly harmless excess weight gain, as normal weight women may turn overweight, or even obese, by the end of pregnancy, and be exposed to the untoward effects of obesity on future health and body image

    Qualidade da água do canal do Perímetro Irrigado Senador Nilo Coelho em Petrolina (PE) para fins de irrigação: conhecimento importante para os produtores.

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    O objetivo desse trabalho foi avaliar a qualidade da água do perímetro irrigado Senador Nilo Coelho para fins de irrigação. Foram realizadas coletas em 12 pontos do canal principal e secundários, abrangendo o período seco no ano de 2013 e chuvoso em 2014. As análises realizadas foram: pH, condutividade elétrica, dureza, cálcio, sólidos totais dissolvidos, sódio, potássio, carbonato, bicarbonato e cloreto. Para o pH, em alguns pontos no período seco apresentaram pH > 9, e isso pode acarretar incrustação no sistema de irrigação. Foi constatado também que a água em toda extensão do canal de irrigação para os períodos seco e chuvoso é de boa qualidade para fins de irrigação em relação à salinidade e sodicidade. Assim, não existe risco direto de haver problema de salinidade do solo em áreas irrigadas pelo o uso da água do canal de irrigação. O risco ocorrerá proveniente do manejo incorreto da irrigação, proporcionando excesso de água no solo
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