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Structure and IR Spectra of 3(5)-Aminopyrazoles and UV-induced tautomerization in argon matrix
The prototropic tautomerism in 3(5)-aminopyrazoles was investigated by matrix isolation
infrared (IR) spectroscopy, supported by DFT(B3LYP)/6-311++G(d,p) calculations. In consonance
with the experimental data, the calculations predict tautomer 3-aminopyrazole (3AP) to be more stable
than the 5-aminopyrazole (5AP) tautomer (calculated energy difference: 10.7 kJ molâ1
; Gibbs free
energy difference: 9.8 kJ molâ1
). The obtained matrix isolation IR spectra (in both argon and xenon
matrices) were interpreted, and the observed bands were assigned to the tautomeric forms with help
of vibrational calculations carried out at both harmonic and anharmonic levels. The matrix-isolated
compound (in argon matrix) was then subjected to in situ broadband UV irradiation (λ > 235 nm),
and the UV-induced transformations were followed by IR spectroscopy. Phototautomerization of the
3AP tautomer into the 5AP form was observed as the strongly prevalent reaction.UI0313B/QUI/2020, UI0313P/QUI/2020info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio
A MSFD complementary approach for the assessment of pressures, knowledge and data gaps in Southern European Seas : the PERSEUS experience
PERSEUS project aims to identify the most relevant pressures exerted on the ecosystems of the Southern
European Seas (SES), highlighting knowledge and data gaps that endanger the achievement of SES Good
Environmental Status (GES) as mandated by the Marine Strategy Framework Directive (MSFD). A complementary
approach has been adopted, by a meta-analysis of existing literature on pressure/impact/knowledge
gaps summarized in tables related to the MSFD descriptors, discriminating open waters from coastal
areas. A comparative assessment of the Initial Assessments (IAs) for five SES countries has been also
independently performed. The comparison between meta-analysis results and IAs shows similarities
for coastal areas only. Major knowledge gaps have been detected for the biodiversity, marine food
web, marine litter and underwater noise descriptors. The meta-analysis also allowed the identification
of additional research themes targeting research topics that are requested to the achievement of GES.
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Transparent model concrete with tunable rheology for investigating flow and particle-migration during transport in pipes
The article describes the adaption and properties of a model concrete for detailed flow studies. To adapt the yield stress and plastic viscosity of the model concrete to the corresponding rheological properties of real concrete, the model concrete is made of a mixture of glass beads and a non-Newtonian fluid. The refractive index of the non-Newtonian fluid is adjusted to the refractive index of the glass beads by the addition of a further constituent. The rheological properties of the model concrete are characterised by measurements in concrete rheometers. Finally, the first exemplary results from experiments with the model concrete are presented, which give incipient impressions of the complex internal dynamics in flowing concrete
Distribution of the Sediment Fill and Associated Pollutants in BÄbeni Reservoir, Olt River, VĂąlcea, Romania
Babeni reservoir is situated on the Olt River, near the chemical platform Rm.Valcea. A large amount of sediments has been deposited since the dam building, 30 years ago. A great role was played by the tributaries BistriĆŁa and Topolog that flow into BÄbeni reservoir. Both rivers built important deltas filling the reservoir. Grain-size distribution is in accordance with the evolution of the filling process. Most sediments present great concentrations of heavy metals. The mercury stands out with very high values, up to 8 ÎŒg/g. Other metals with concentrations higher than the norms are Ni, Cu and Cr. Cleaning the site is an expensive challenge
A model of 'contested' Europeanization: the European Union and the Turkish-Cypriot administration
This article investigates the European Unionâs (EU) relevance to the Turkish-Cypriot (TC) administration, pegged to the Europeanization debate. The study contributes to the discussion on Europeanization and the EUâs international role, especially in cases of contested states, which constitute an important element of the EUâs current global agenda but remain an under-researched topic. The argument advanced is that the Europeanization of the TC administration, although similar to previous cases of EU Enlargement, is importantly mediated by the conditions of contested statehood that exist in northern Cyprus. In this respect, the TC example holds strong comparative value for the study of Europeanization of contested states and the wider debate on international role of the EU, in variety of contexts and in relation to a diverse range of actors, beyond conventional states that dominate discourse
An overview of RILEM TC MRP round-robin testing of concrete and mortar rheology in Bethune France, May 2018
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