238 research outputs found
Non-linear Cosmic Ray propagation close to the acceleration site
Recent advances on gamma-ray observations from SuperNova Remnants and
Molecular Clouds offer the possibility to study in detail the properties of the
propagation of escaping Cosmic Rays (CR). However, a complete theory for CR
transport outside the acceleration site has not been developed yet. Two
physical processes are thought to be relevant to regulate the transport: the
growth of waves caused by streaming instability, and possible wave damping
mechanisms that reduce the growth of the turbulence. Only a few attempts have
been made so far to incorporate these mechanisms in the theory of CR diffusion.
In this work we present recent advances in this subject. In particular, we show
results obtained by solving the coupled equations for the diffusion of CRs and
the evolution of Alfven waves. We discuss the importance of streaming
instabilities and wave damping in different ISM phases.Comment: Contribution to the Proceedings of the 34th International Cosmic Ray
Conference (ICRC 2015), The Hague, The Netherland
Non-linear diffusion of cosmic rays escaping from supernova remnants - I. The effect of neutrals
Supernova remnants are believed to be the main sources of galactic Cosmic
Rays (CR). Within this framework, particles are accelerated at supernova
remnant shocks and then released in the interstellar medium. The mechanism
through which CRs are released and the way in which they propagate still remain
open issues. The main difficulty is the high non-linearity of the problem: CRs
themselves excite the magnetic turbulence that confines them close to their
sources. We solve numerically the coupled differential equations describing the
evolution in space and time of the escaping particles and of the waves
generated through the CR streaming instability. The warm ionized and warm
neutral phases of the interstellar medium are considered. These phases occupy
the largest fraction of the disc volume, where most supernovae explode, and are
characterised by the significant presence of neutral particles. The friction
between those neutrals and ions results in a very effective wave damping
mechanism. It is found that streaming instability affects the propagation of
CRs even in the presence of ion-neutral friction. The diffusion coefficient can
be suppressed by more than a factor of over a region of few tens of pc
around the remnant. The suppression increases for smaller distances. The
propagation of GeV particles is affected for several tens of
kiloyears after escape, while TeV particles are affected for few
kiloyears. This might have a great impact on the interpretation of gamma-ray
observations of molecular clouds located in the vicinity of supernova remnants.Comment: Revised to match the version published in MNRA
Elasticity and Viscosity of DNA Liquid Crystals
Concentrated solutions of blunt-ended DNA oligomer duplexes self-assemble in living polymers and order into lyotropic nematic liquid crystal phase. Using the optical torque provided by three distinct illumination geometries, we induce independent splay, twist, and bend deformations of the DNA nematic and measure the corresponding elastic coefficient
Neoadjuvant treatment in pancreatic cance. Evidence-based medicine? A systematic review and meta-analysis
Neoadjuvant treatment in non-metastatic pancreatic cancer (PaC) has the theoretical advantages of downstaging the tumor, sterilizing any present systemic undetectable disease, selecting patients for surgery and administering therapy to each patient. The aim of this systematic review is to analyze the state of the art on neoadjuvant protocols for non-metastatic PaC. A literature search over the last 10Â years was conducted, and papers had to be focused on resectable, borderline resectable (BLR) or locally advanced (LA) histo- or cytologically proven PaC; to be prospective studies or prospectively collected databases; to report percentage of protocol achievement and survival data at least in an intention-to-treat (ITT) analysis. Twelve studies were eligible for systematic review. Studies included a total of 624 patients: 248 resectable, 268 BLR, 71 LA and 37 non-specified. All studies were included for meta-analysis. ITT overall survival (OS) was 16.7Â months (95% CI 15.16-18.26Â months); for resected patients OS was 22.78 months (95% CI 20.42-25.16), and for eventually non-resected patients it was 9.89 months (95% CI 8.84-10.96). Neoadjuvant approaches for resectable, BLR and LA PaC are spreading. Outcomes tend to be better outside an RCT context, but strong evidences are lacking. Actually such treatments should be performed only in a randomized clinical trial setting
Soft proton exchanged channel waveguides in congruent lithium tantalate for frequency doubling
We report on stable optical waveguides fabricated by soft-proton exchange in periodically-poled congruent lithium tantalate in the α-phase. The channel waveguides are characterized in the telecom wavelength range in terms of both linear properties and frequency doubling. The measurements yield a nonlinear coefficient of about 9.5pm/V, demonstrating that the nonlinear optical properties of lithium tantalate are left nearly unaltered by the process
Fiber-Based, Injection-Molded Optofluidic Systems: Improvements in Assembly and Applications
We present a method to fabricate polymer optofluidic systems by means of injection molding that allow the insertion of standard optical fibers. The chip fabrication and assembly methods produce large numbers of robust optofluidic systems that can be easily assembled and disposed of, yet allow precise optical alignment and improve delivery of optical power. Using a multi-level chip fabrication process, complex channel designs with extremely vertical sidewalls, and dimensions that range from few tens of nanometers to hundreds of microns can be obtained. The technology has been used to align optical fibers in a quick and precise manner, with a lateral alignment accuracy of 2.7 ± 1.8 μm. We report the production, assembly methods, and the characterization of the resulting injection-molded chips for Lab-on-Chip (LoC) applications. We demonstrate the versatility of this technology by carrying out two types of experiments that benefit from the improved optical system: optical stretching of red blood cells (RBCs) and Raman spectroscopy of a solution loaded into a hollow core fiber. The advantages offered by the presented technology are intended to encourage the use of LoC technology for commercialization and educational purposes
KONDISI KEUANGAN PERUSAHAAN FARMASI DI TENGAH WABAH KORONAVIRUS
Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji pengaruh ratio aktivitas (Total Asset Turn Over),RasioLeverage/Solvabilitas, ukuran perusahaan (aset) terhadap penghasilan laba perusahaan-perusahaan farmasi yang terdaftar di BEI. Pengamatan dilakukan di tengah wabah koronavirus yang dimulai pada bulan April 2020 hingga Maret. Metode penelitian menggunakan regresi data panel dan diolah dengan software STATA versi 16.0. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa Ukuran perusahaan dan leverage berpengaruh terhadap profitabilitas. Sedangkan, Rato Aktivitas atau TATO tidak berpengaruh terhadap profitabilita
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