486 research outputs found
Self-duality in Generalized Lorentz Superspaces
We extend the notion of self-duality to spaces built from a set of
representations of the Lorentz group with bosonic or fermionic behaviour, not
having the traditional spin-one upper-bound of super Minkowski space. The
generalized derivative vector fields on such superspaces are assumed to form a
superalgebra. Introducing corresponding gauge potentials and hence covariant
derivatives and curvatures, we define generalized self-duality as the Lorentz
covariant vanishing of certain irreducible parts of the curvatures.Comment: 6 pages, Late
Irreducible Representations of an Algebra underlying Hidden Symmetries of a class of Quasi Exactly Solvable Systems of Equations
The set of linear, differential operators preserving the vector space of
couples of polynomials of degrees n and n-2 in one real variable leads to an
abstract associative graded algebra A(2). The irreducible, finite dimensional
representations of this algebra are classified into five infinite discrete sets
and one exceptional case. Their matrix elements are given explicitely. The
results are related to the theory of quasi exactly solvable equations.Comment: 38 pages, late
Beam Energy Considerations for Gold Nano-Particle Enhanced Radiation Treatment
Purpose: A novel approach using nano technology enhanced radiation modalities
is investigated. The proposed methodology uses antibodies labeled with
organically inert metals with a high atomic number. Irradiation using photons
with energies in the kilo--electron volt (keV) range show an increase in dose
due to a combination of an increase in photo-electric interactions and a
pronounced generation of Auger and/or Coster-Kronig (A-CK) electrons.
Methods: The dependency of the dose deposition on various factors is
investigated using Monte Carlo simulation models. The factors investigated
include: agent concentration, spectral dependency looking at mono--energetic
sources as well as classical bremsstrahlung sources. The optimization of the
energy spectrum is performed in terms of physical dose enhancement as well as
the dose deposited by Auger and/or Coster-Kronig electrons and their biological
effectiveness.
Results: A quasi-linear dependency on concentration and an exponential
decrease within the target medium is observed. The maximal dose enhancement is
dependent on the position of the target in the beam. Apart from irradiation
with low photon energies (10 - 20 keV) there is no added benefit from the
increase in generation of Auger electrons. Interestingly, a regular 110kVp
bremsstrahlung spectrum shows a comparable enhancement in comparison with the
optimized mono--energetic sources.
Conclusions: In conclusion we find that the use of nano-particle enhanced
shows promise to be implemented quite easily in regular clinic on a physical
level due to the advantageous properties in classical beams.Comment: Preprint submitted to Phys Med Bio
Multi-operator brackets acting thrice
We generalize an identity, first found by Bremner, for the action of three
nested Nambu brackets.Comment: Added references and detailed proof of main result, conforming to
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Radio-responsive recA promoter significantly increases TNF alpha production in recombinant clostridia after 2 Gy irradiation
Kaluza-Klein towers for real vector fields in flat space
We consider a free real vector field propagating in a five dimensional flat
space with its fifth dimension compactified either on a strip or on a circle
and perform a Kalaza Klein reduction which breaks SO(4,1) invariance while
reserving SO(3,1) invariance. Taking into account the Lorenz gauge condition,
we obtain from the most general hermiticity conditions for the relevant
operators all the allowed boundary conditions which have to be imposed on the
fields in the extra-dimension. The physical Kaluza-Klein mass towers, which
result in a four-dimensional brane, are determined in the different distinct
allowed cases. They depend on the bulk mass, on the parameters of the boundary
conditions and on the extra parameter present in the Lagrangian. In general,
they involve vector states together with accompanying scalar states.Comment: 28 pages, 4 independent table
Specific targeting of cytosine deaminase to solid tumors by engineered Clostridium acetobutylicum
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