Converse Ackermann Property and Minimal Negation

A logic S has the Converse Ackermann Property (CAP) if non-necessitive propositions are not derivable in S from necessitive ones. We show in this paper how to introduce minimal negation in positive logics with the CAP. Relational ternary semantics are provided for all the logics considered in this paper

Minimal Negation in the Ternary Relational Semantics

Minimal Negation is defined within the basic positive relevance logic in the relational ternary semantics: B+. Thus, by defining a number of subminimal negations in the B+ context, principles of weak negation are shown to be isolable. Complete ternary semantics are offered for minimal negation in B+. Certain forms of reductio are conjectured to be undefinable (in ternary frames) without extending the positive logic. Complete semantics for such kinds of reductio in a properly extended positive logic are offered

A 2-set-up Routley-Meyer Semantics for the 4-valued Relevant Logic E4

The logic BN4 can be considered as the 4-valued logic of the relevant conditional and the logic E4, as the 4-valued logic of (relevant) entailment. The aim of this paper is to endow E4 with a 2-set-up Routley-Meyer semantics. It is proved that E4 is strongly sound and complete w.r.t. this semantics

A geometric approach to phase response curves and its numerical computation through the parameterization method

The final publication is available at link.springer.comThe phase response curve (PRC) is a tool used in neuroscience that measures the phase shift experienced by an oscillator due to a perturbation applied at different phases of the limit cycle. In this paper, we present a new approach to PRCs based on the parameterization method. The underlying idea relies on the construction of a periodic system whose corresponding stroboscopic map has an invariant curve. We demonstrate the relationship between the internal dynamics of this invariant curve and the PRC, which yields a method to numerically compute the PRCs. Moreover, we link the existence properties of this invariant curve as the amplitude of the perturbation is increased with changes in the PRC waveform and with the geometry of isochrons. The invariant curve and its dynamics will be computed by means of the parameterization method consisting of solving an invariance equation. We show that the method to compute the PRC can be extended beyond the breakdown of the curve by means of introducing a modified invariance equation. The method also computes the amplitude response functions (ARCs) which provide information on the displacement away from the oscillator due to the effects of the perturbation. Finally, we apply the method to several classical models in neuroscience to illustrate how the results herein extend the framework of computation and interpretation of the PRC and ARC for perturbations of large amplitude and not necessarily pulsatile.Peer ReviewedPostprint (author's final draft

Supply Chain Analysis of Prawn in Misamis Occidental, Philippines

This study analyses the existing supply chains of the prawn industry in Misamis Occidental, Philippines. Specifically, the study sought to provide an overview of the situation of prawn growers and traders in the province for a better government support and to enable sustainability in the supply chain. A tracer methodology was carried out using the structured survey questionnaire among the respondents supplemented with focus group discussion (FGD) among local officials in the community. Major players were in Bonifacio, Tangub, and Ozamis. The supply chain of Bonifacio was identified as the most profitable while that of Ozamis City was found to be the most efficient chain. Prawn traders were rated high in flexibility, responsiveness, and concern on product and process quality compared to prawn growers. Traders reap also greater profitability. However, both prawn growers and traders shared similar critical logistics issues on environmental concerns. Certain inefficiencies were also identified in the study, such as poor farm-to-market road, lack or absence of market weight standards, asymmetric market information, high transaction cost, and determination of the selling price based on average body weight which may not be accurate and may prove disadvantageous to prawn growers. The following recommendations are formulated: (1) producers shall be empowered to push for standardized price determination; (2) employ more labor solely for sorting; (3) strengthen government program through agri-fishery infrastructure; (4) provide trainings and financial and technical assistance on water pollution management; (5) promote and support green-technology by integrating saline-tolerant tilapia/bangus in prawn culture; (6) organize cooperative; (7) have market-oriented framework of development; and (8) strongly rationalize fisheries ordinances with implementation of FAO 166

Visible light enhances the antimicrobial effect of some essential oils

The photodisinfection is a topical, broad spectrum antimicrobial technology, targeting bacteria, virus, fungi, and protozoa effective for single cells as for biofilms. Natural molecules have been studied less than synthetic agents in the process but they are currently receiving great interest. Therefore, the aim of this study is to evaluate for the first time if non-coherent blue and red light enhances the antimicrobial activity of some essential oils when standard strains for antibiotic or fungicide tests are enlightened in vitro. Staphylococcus epidermidis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Candida albicans collection strains were irradiated with monochromatic visible light from light emitting diodes in the presence of 5% and 0.5% eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus), clove (Eugenia caryophyllata), and thyme (Thymus vulgaris) essential oils. Microbial levels were measured by plate count on culture media. In this preliminary report, the results differ according to the kind and concentration of antimicrobial oils, the wavelength of light, and the prokaryotic or eukaryotic microorganism. The results support the idea that mainly blue light enhances the innate antimicrobial activity of the essential oils, especially phenols, and could offer a very efficient and natural way to combat microorganisms in several industries and medical applications.Postprint (author's final draft