157 research outputs found
Resonant nature of phonon-induced damping of Rabi oscillations in quantum dots
Optically controlled coherent dynamics of charge (excitonic) degrees of
freedom in a semiconductor quantum dot under the influence of lattice dynamics
(phonons) is discussed theoretically. We show that the dynamics of the lattice
response in the strongly non-linear regime is governed by a semiclassical
resonance between the phonon modes and the optically driven dynamics. We stress
on the importance of the stability of intermediate states for the truly
coherent control.Comment: 4 pages, 2 figures; final version; moderate changes, new titl
Universal quantum gates based on both geometric and dynamic phases in quantum dots
A large-scalable quantum computer model, whose qubits are represented by the
subspace subtended by the ground state and the single exciton state on
semiconductor quantum dots, is proposed. A universal set of quantum gates in
this system may be achieved by a mixed approach, composed of dynamic evolution
and nonadibatic geometric phase.Comment: 4 pages, to appear in Chin. Phys. Let
MicroRNAs: shortcuts in dealing with molecular complexity?
Recent studies from Clarke's group published in the journal Cell indicate that miRNAs may be the elusive universal stem cell markers that the field of cancer stem cell biology has been seeking. Distinct profiles of miRNAs appear to reflect the state of cell differentiation not only in breast cancer cells, but also in normal mammary epithelial cells. Moreover, they are conserved across tissues and species. The authors of this work also show evidence that downregulation of miRNA-200c in normal and malignant breast stem cells and in embryonal carcinoma cells has functional relevance, being responsible for the proliferative potential of these cells in vitro and in vivo
A framework for bounding nonlocality of state discrimination
We consider the class of protocols that can be implemented by local quantum
operations and classical communication (LOCC) between two parties. In
particular, we focus on the task of discriminating a known set of quantum
states by LOCC. Building on the work in the paper "Quantum nonlocality without
entanglement" [BDF+99], we provide a framework for bounding the amount of
nonlocality in a given set of bipartite quantum states in terms of a lower
bound on the probability of error in any LOCC discrimination protocol. We apply
our framework to an orthonormal product basis known as the domino states and
obtain an alternative and simplified proof that quantifies its nonlocality. We
generalize this result for similar bases in larger dimensions, as well as the
"rotated" domino states, resolving a long-standing open question [BDF+99].Comment: 33 pages, 7 figures, 1 tabl
The Utility of Capsicum annuum L. in Internal Medicine and In Dentistry: A Comprehensive Review
Capsaicin is a chili peppers extract, genus Capsicum, commonly used as a food spice. Since ancient times, Capsaicin has been used as a "homeopathic remedy" for treating a wild range of pathological conditions but without any scientific knowledge about its action. Several studies have demonstrated its potentiality in cardiovascular, nephrological, nutritional, and other medical fields. Capsaicin exerts its actions thanks to the bond with transient receptor potential vanilloid subtype 1 (TRPV1). TRPV1 is a nociceptive receptor, and its activation starts with a neurosensitive impulse, responsible for a burning pain sensation. However, constant local application of Capsaicin desensitized neuronal cells and leads to relief from neuropathic pain. In this review, we analyze the potential adjuvant role of Capsaicin in the treatment of different pathological conditions either in internal medicine or dentistry. Moreover, we present our experience in five patients affected by oro-facial pain consequent to post-traumatic trigeminal neuropathy, not responsive to any remedy, and successfully treated with topical application of Capsaicin. The topical application of Capsaicin is safe, effective, and quite tolerated by patients. For these reasons, in addition to the already-proven beneficial actions in the internal field, it represents a promising method for the treatment of neuropathic oral diseases
Recorded Motions of the Mw6.3 April 6, 2009 L’Aquila (Italy) Earthquake and Implications for Building Structural Damage: Overview.
The normal-faulting earthquake of 6 April 2009 in the Abruzzo Region of
central Italy caused heavy losses of life and substantial damage to centuriesold
buildings of significant cultural importance and to modern reinforcedconcrete-
framed buildings with hollow masonry infill walls. Although
structural deficiencies were significant and widespread, the study of the
characteristics of strong motion data from the heavily affected area indicated
that the short duration of strong shaking may have spared many more damaged
buildings from collapsing. It is recognized that, with this caveat of shortduration
shaking, the infill walls may have played a very important role in
preventing further deterioration or collapse of many buildings. It is concluded
that better new or retrofit construction practices that include reinforcedconcrete
shear walls may prove helpful in reducing risks in such seismic areas
of Italy, other Mediterranean countries, and even in United States, where there
are large inventories of deficient structures.Published651-6844.1. Metodologie sismologiche per l'ingegneria sismicaJCR Journalreserve
A genetic platform to model sarcomagenesis from primary adult mesenchymal stem cells
The regulatory factors governing adult mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) physiology and their tumorigenic potential are still largely unknown, which substantially delays the identification of effective therapeutic approaches for the treatment of aggressive and lethal form of MSC-derived mesenchymal tumors, such as undifferentiated sarcomas. Here we have developed a novel platform to screen and quickly identify genes and pathways responsible for adult MSCs transformation, modeled undifferentiated sarcoma in vivo, and, ultimately, tested the efficacy of targeting the identified oncopathways. Importantly, by taking advantage of this new platform, we demonstrate the key role of an aberrant LRF-DLK1-SOX9 pathway in the pathogenesis of undifferentiated sarcoma with important therapeutic implications
Erratum. Blood and Islet Phenotypes Indicate Immunological Heterogeneity in Type 1 Diabetes. Diabetes 2014;63:3835–3845
The article to which this is the erratum is available in ORE at: http://hdl.handle.net/10871/17968In the article, there are two errors in the research design and methods section.
In the section with the heading “Studies on Islet-Infiltrating Leukocytes,” the antibody listed as #M0701 should be attributed to Dako and not to Abcam and the Abcam rabbit anti-CD8 catalogue number should read #ab4055 and not #GR404-4.
The online version reflects these changes
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