FTIR study of CO and NO adsorbed on nitrided CoMo/Al2O3 catalysts

The states of surface Co and Mo sites on nitrided CoMo supported on Al2O3 were studied by adsorption of CO and NO as IR probe molecules. Three IR bands at 2200, 2060 and 2025 cm(-1) were detected for adsorbed CO. These bands can be respectively attributed to the surface NCO species as a result of CO adsorbed on surface N sites, and linearly adsorbed CO on surface Co and Mo sites in low valence states. The addition of cobalt to the Mo nitride diminishes the band at 2200 cm(-1). This may be due to either the change of the surface structure of the supported nitride, or the formation of a new phase, CoxMoyNz, as suggested in the literature Kim et al., Catal. Lett., 1997, 43, 91 and Logan et al., Catal. Lett., 1998, 56, 165. Comparison of CO and NO adsorption on Mo2N/Al2O3 and CoMoNx/Al2O3 indicates that the presence of cobalt can promote the reduction and nitridation of Mo.

Simultaneous hydrodesulfurization of thiophene and hydrogenation of cyclohexene over dimolybdenum nitride catalysts

A series of unsupported dimolybdenum nitride (gamma-Mo(2)N) catalysts differing in surface area were prepared by temperature programmed reduction of MoO(3) with a mixture of NH(3):N(2) (90:10). Characterization of catalysts by BET, XRD, TPR and XPS techniques was carried out. The samples were used as catalysts in hydrotreating reactions (simultaneous hydrodesulfurization of thiophene and hydrogenation of cyclohexene). Low surface area gamma-Mo(2)N materials show much higher specific conversions than those with higher surface area. These results indicate that HDS and HYD reactions over gamma-Mo(2)N seem to be structure-sensitive. The relative exposure extent of crystalline planes (111) and (200) over the different catalysts can be associated with their hydrogen adsorption capacities and with their catalytic performances. The catalytic activities are significantly affected by the catalyst pretreatment conditions. (C) 1999 Elsevier Science B.V. All rights reserved.

Potencial de uso agrícola do sedimento salino proveniente de viveiro de tilápias.

Resumo: O objetivo deste trabalho é verificar a potencialidade do uso agrícola do sedimento salino oriundo dos viveiros de cultivo de tilápia rosa. Alíquotas de Argissolo Amarelo foram misturadas ao sedimento, em diferentes doses (10, 20 e 40 t ha-1). As misturas foram transferidas para frascos de respira- ção (500 mL), e a umidade foi ajustada para 70% da capacidade de campo. Os frascos foram incubados por 38 dias. Foram avaliados os efeitos dos tratamentos sobre a respiração microbiana e sobre as propriedades químicas e físicas do solo, antes e após o período de incubação. O sedimento, oriundo dos viveiros de cultivo de peixes mantidos com água proveniente dos dessalinizadores mostrou potencial para ser utilizado em solos ácidos, pois elevou o pH, não inibiu a atividade biológica, permitiu aporte de nitrogênio e contribuiu para a estruturação do solo.

Centenarians and their hearts: a prospective registry with comprehensive geriatric assessment, electrocardiogram, echocardiography, and follow-up

Background Data on the cardiac characteristics of centenarians are scarce. Our aim was to describe electrocardiogram (ECG) and echocardiography in a cohort of centenarians and to correlate them with clinical data. Methods We used prospective multicenter registry of 118 centenarians (28 men) with a mean age of 101.5 ± 1.7 years. Electrocardiogram was performed in 103 subjects (87.3%) and echocardiography in 100 (84.7%). All subjects underwent a follow-up for at least 6 months. Results Centenarians with abnormal ECG were less frequently females (72% vs 93%), had higher rates of previous consumption of tobacco (14% vs 0) and alcohol (24% vs 12%), and scored lower in the perception of health status (6.8 ± 2.0 vs 8.3 ± 6.8). Centenarians with significant abnormalities in echocardiography were less frequently able to walk 6 m (33% vs 54%). Atrial fibrillation/flutter was found in 27 subjects (26%). Mean left ventricular (LV) ejection fraction was 60.0 ± 10.5%. Moderate or severe aortic valve stenosis was found in 16%, mitral valve regurgitation in 15%, and aortic valve regurgitation in 13%. Diastolic dysfunction was assessed in 79 subjects and was present in 55 (69.6%). Katz index and LV dilation were independently associated with the ability to walk 6 m. Age, Charlson and Katz indexes, and the presence of significant abnormalities in echocardiography were associated with mortality. Conclusions Centenarians have frequent ECG alterations and abnormalities in echocardiography. More than one fifth has atrial fibrillation, and most have diastolic dysfunction. Left ventricular dilation was associated with the ability to walk 6 m. Significant abnormalities in echocardiography were associated with mortality.

Asesoría en el desarrollo de productos en los oficios de carpintería, tejeduría, talla en madera, cerámica, muñequería, pintura, trabajos decorativos, cestería.

120 hojas : ilustraciones, fotografías a color.

Desarrollo de empaques en calceta de platano e íraca (Rabolargo y Sabanal), taller de tejeduría en caña flecha (Palmito, Algodoncillo y Pueblo Nuevo), taller mezcla de materias madera y cuero (Cereté y Montería).

[20] hojas : ilustraciones, fotografías.

Cuaderno de diseño : asesoría de diseño en resguardo Zenú - tejidos en caña flecha - departamento de Córdoba y Sucre.

[89] hojas : ilustraciones.

Desarrollo de una colección de productos.

[61] hojas : ilustraciones, fotografías.

Desarrollo de líneas de productos a partir de la creación.

[31] hojas : ilustraciones, fotografías.

Desarrollo de líneas de productos a partir del rediseño o diversificación del producto actual.

[79] hojas : ilustraciones, fotografías.

Asesoría en diseño para el taller El Milagro. Sibundoy - Putumayo.

30 hojas : Fotografías.

[Informe de resultados de evaluación de la producción de los talleres artesanales de Santiago (Putumayo)].

33 hojas : ilustraciones.

Cuaderno de diseño e informe final. Regional Santa Fe de Bogotá, asesorías puntuales gestión oficina de diseño y actividades.

[79] hojas : ilustraciones, fotografías.