The magnetic interactions in spin-glasslike Ge/1-x-y/Sn/x/Mn/y/Te diluted magnetic semiconductor

We investigated the nature of the magnetic phase transition in the Ge/1-x-y/Sn/x/Mn/y/Te mixed crystals with chemical composition changing in the range of 0.083 < x < 0.142 and 0.012 < y < 0.119. The DC magnetization measurements performed in the magnetic field up to 90 kOe and temperature range 2-200 K showed that the magnetic ordering at temperatures below T = 50 K exhibits features characteristic for both spin-glass and ferromagnetic phases. The modified Sherrington - Southern model was applied to explain the observed transition temperatures. The calculations showed that the spin-glass state is preferred in the range of the experimental carrier concentrations and Mn content. The value of the Mn hole exchange integral was estimated to be J/pd/ = 0.45+/-0.05 eV. The experimental magnetization vs temperature curves were reproduced satisfactory using the non-interacting spin-wave theory with the exchange constant J/pd/ values consistent with those calculated using modified Sherrington - Southern model. The magnetization vs magnetic field curves showed nonsaturating behavior at magnetic fields B < 90 kOe indicating the presence of strong magnetic frustration in the system. The experimental results were reproduced theoretically with good accuracy using the molecular field approximation-based model of a disordered ferromagnet with long-range RKKY interaction.Comment: 9 pages, 6 figure

Innovative Technologies for District Heating and Cooling: InDeal Project

The paper discusses the outcomes of the conference organized by the InDeal project. The conference took place on 12 December 2018 in Montpellier as part of the EnerGaia energy forum 2018. A holistic interdisciplinary approach for district heating and cooling (DHC) networks is presented that integrates heterogeneous innovative technologies from various scientific sectors. The solution is based on a multi-layer control and modelling framework that has been designed to minimize the total plant production costs and optimize heating/cooling distribution. Artificial intelligence tools are employed to model uncertainties associated with weather and energy demand forecasts, as well as quantify the energy storage capacity. Smart metering devices are utilized to collect information about all the crucial heat substations’ parameters, whereas a web-based platform offers a unique user environment for network operators. Three new technologies have been further developed to improve the efficiency of pipe design of DHC systems: (i) A new sustainable insulation material for reducing heat losses, (ii) a new quick-fit joint for an easy installation, and (iii) a new coating for reducing pressure head losses. The results of a study on the development and optimization of two energy harvesting systems are also provided. The assessment of the environmental, economic and social impact of the proposed holistic approach is performed through a life cycle analysis. The validation methodology of the integrated solution is also described, whereas conclusions and future work are finally given

Successful treatment of fusarium solani ecthyma gangrenosum in a patient affected by leukocyte adhesion deficiency type 1 with granulocytes transfusions

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Ecthyma gangrenosum (EG) manifests as a skin lesion affecting patients suffering extreme neutropenia and is commonly associated with <it>Pseudomonas aeruginosa </it>in immunocompromised patients. Leukocyte adhesion deficiency I (LAD I) which count among primary immunodeficiency syndromes of the innate immunity, is an autosomal recessive disorder characterized in its severe phenotype by a complete defect in CD18 expression on neutrophils, delayed cord separation, chronic skin ulcers mainly due to recurrent bacterial and fungal infections, leucocytosis with high numbers of circulating neutrophils and an accumulation of abnormally low number of neutrophils at sites of infection.</p> <p>Case Presentation</p> <p>We report at our knowledge the first case of a child affected by LAD-1, who experienced during her disease course a multi-bacterial and fungal EG lesion caused by <it>fusarium solani</it>. Despite targeted antibiotics and anti-fungi therapy, the lesion extended for as long as 18 months and only massive granulocytes pockets transfusions in association with G-CSF had the capacity to cure this lesion.</p> <p>Conclusion</p> <p>We propose that granulocytes pockets transfusions will be beneficial to heal EG especially in severely immunocompromised patients.</p

Electrical activity of extended defects in polycrystalline silicon

The analysis of the dependence of the diffusion length of minority carriers on the microstructure in polycrystalline silicon has been extended by considering the influence of oxygen and carbon. These impurities are in fact known to have a definite effect on the electrical activity of dislocations and grain boundaries (GB). The results of this analysis show that a term of the type ND(NO-NC), where N D is the dislocation density and NO, NC are the concentration of oxygen and carbon, respectively, well accounts for the influence of oxygen and carbon on the diffusion length of minority carriers. Oxygen and carbon, therefore, affect only marginally the recombination losses at GB in polycrystalline silicon, whose average diffusion length is determined almost exclusively by dislocations.On étend l'analyse de la relation entre microstructure du silicium polycristallin et longueur de diffusion des porteurs minoritaires en y incluant l'influence du carbone et de l'oxygène, deux impuretés dont on connaît l'effet sur l'activité électrique des dislocations et des joints de grain. On trouve qu'un terme de la forme ND . (NO-NC), où ND est la densité de dislocations et No, N C les concentrations respectives d'oxygène et de carbone, rend bien compte de l'influence de ces deux impuretés sur la longueur de diffusion des porteurs minoritaires. 11 en résulte que cette influence n'est que marginale et que la recombinaison aux joints de grain dépend presqu'exclusivement des dislocations

Etude de la précipitation du sélénium dans le composé PbSe

Precipitation kinetics of excess selenium in PbSe has been studied by electrical measurements. It is shown to be controlled by diffusion. An estimate is given of the concentration and size of the precipitated particles.On a étudié, par mesures électriques, la cinétique de précipitation du sélénium, en excès dans PbSe. On justifie un mécanisme de précipitation contrôlée par la diffusion et on estime la concentration et la taille des précipités obtenus

Etudes préliminaires sur le bâtiment du Néolithique final des "Vaux" à Moulins-sur-Céphons (Indre) : Activités, utilisation et fonction

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Barbarie. La nostra civilt\ue0 \ue8 al tramonto?

Raccolta di saggi e traduzioni da testi antichi sul tema del rapporto tra barbarie e civilt\ue0