Lane-formation vs. cluster-formation in two dimensional square-shoulder systems: A genetic algorithm approach

Introducing genetic algorithms as a reliable and efficient tool to find ordered equilibrium structures, we predict minimum energy configurations of the square shoulder system for different values of corona width $\lambda$. Varying systematically the pressure for different values of $\lambda$ we obtain complete sequences of minimum energy configurations which provide a deeper understanding of the system's strategies to arrange particles in an energetically optimized fashion, leading to the competing self-assembly scenarios of cluster-formation vs. lane-formation.Comment: 5 pages, 6 figure

What is the Role of Annual Human Rights Reviews? Examining Biases in U.S. Department of State’s Country Reports on Human Rights

This paper examines biases in U.S. Department of State’s Country Reports on Human Rights through comparison of country profiles for Cuba, Egypt and Iran by Amnesty International (Amnesty International Report: The State of the World’s Human Rights) and Freedom House (Freedom in the World), especially post-9/11

Single-particle and collective slow dynamics of colloids in porous confinement

Using molecular dynamics simulations we study the slow dynamics of a hard sphere fluid confined in a disordered porous matrix. The presence of both discontinuous and continuous glass transitions as well as the complex interplay between single-particle and collective dynamics are well captured by a recent extension of mode-coupling theory for fluids in porous media. The degree of universality of the mode-coupling theory predictions for related models of colloids is studied by introducing size-disparity between fluid and matrix particles, as well as softness in the interactions.Comment: 4 pages, 5 figures, minor revision

Recent breeding records of storks in Eastern Africa

Volume: XXVI

ISU Milner Library: Planning a MakerSpace

Presentation on the work done by Illinois State University, Milner Library\u27s MakerSpace Working Group that utilized design thinking methodology to investigate the development of a makerspace in a library computer lab space. Learn how the project explored the professional literature, performed a needs assessment, gathered feedback from campus and external users, and identified potential campus and off-campus partners to define what should be included in the makerspace

If It Pleases the Court, I Present Exhibit One: An Evidence-Based Law Collection Evaluation

Describes the evidence-based evaluation of a law collection supporting a paralegal program. It applies the Koufogiannakis & Brettle\u27s Evidence Based Library and Information Practice (EBLIP) framework to review the law collection development evaluation process

Usability Basics: Test with Your Users

An overview of usability testing including the institutional review board (IRB) process, recruitment of participants, participant selection, facilitator and notetaker training, testing, data analysis, and overall recommendations