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On the tensor convolution and the quantum separability problem
We consider the problem of separability: decide whether a Hermitian operator
on a finite dimensional Hilbert tensor product is separable or entangled. We
show that the tensor convolution defined for certain mappings on an almost
arbitrary locally compact abelian group, give rise to formulation of an
equivalent problem to the separability one.Comment: 13 pages, two sections adde
A complete criterion for separability detection
Using new results on the separability properties of bosonic systems, we
provide a new complete criterion for separability. This criterion aims at
characterizing the set of separable states from the inside by means of a
sequence of efficiently solvable semidefinite programs. We apply this method to
derive arbitrarily good approximations to the optimal measure-and-prepare
strategy in generic state estimation problems. Finally, we report its
performance in combination with the criterion developed by Doherty et al. [1]
for the calculation of the entanglement robustness of a relevant family of
quantum states whose separability properties were unknown
The health locus of control concept: Factorial structure, psychometric properties and form equivalence of the Multidimensional Health Locus of Control scales
Contradictory evidence exists on the Multidimensional Health Locus of Control scale’s factor structure and the psychometric equivalence between Form A and Form B. University students (N = 359) completed the Multidimensional Health Locus of Control and General Self-Efficacy scales. The three-factor model had better fit and parsimony in both Forms. ‘Internal’ scale negatively correlated with ‘chance’ but positively with ‘others’. The two external scales positively correlated. The scales’ reliability was satisfactory, but the two Forms were not psychometrically equivalent. Convergent validity was confirmed. The evidence suggests a three-factor structure and psychometric non-equivalence of the two Forms. Researchers should make an informed choice on which Form to use
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