Sparse block-Jacobi matrices with arbitrarily accurate Hausdorff dimension

We show that the Hausdorff dimension of the spectral measure of a class of deterministic, i.e. nonrandom, block-Jacobi matrices may be determined with any degree of precision, improving a result of Zlatos [Andrej Zlatos,. Sparse potentials with fractional Hausdorff dimension, J. Funct. Anal. 207 (2004) 216-252]. (C) 2010 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

Oriented Percolation in One-dimensional 1/vertical bar x-y vertical bar(2) Percolation Models

We consider independent edge percolation models on Z, with edge occupation probabilities. We prove that oriented percolation occurs when beta > 1 provided p is chosen sufficiently close to 1, answering a question posed in Newman and Schulman (Commun. Math. Phys. 104: 547, 1986). The proof is based on multi-scale analysis.

Quantum States Allowing Minimum Uncertainty Product of phi and L(z)

We provide necessary and sufficient conditions for states to have an arbitrarily small uncertainty product of the azimuthal angle phi and its canonical moment L(z). We illustrate our results with analytical examples.

Hierarchical spherical model from a geometric point of view

A continuous version of the hierarchical spherical model at dimension d=4 is investigated. Two limit distributions of the block spin variable X(gamma), normalized with exponents gamma = d + 2 and gamma=d at and above the critical temperature, are established. These results are proven by solving certain evolution equations corresponding to the renormalization group (RG) transformation of the O(N) hierarchical spin model of block size L(d) in the limit L down arrow 1 and N ->infinity. Starting far away from the stationary Gaussian fixed point the trajectories of these dynamical system pass through two different regimes with distinguishable crossover behavior. An interpretation of this trajectories is given by the geometric theory of functions which describe precisely the motion of the Lee-Yang zeroes. The large-N limit of RG transformation with L(d) fixed equal to 2, at the criticality, has recently been investigated in both weak and strong (coupling) regimes by Watanabe (J. Stat. Phys. 115:1669-1713, 2004) . Although our analysis deals only with N = infinity case, it complements various aspects of that work.

Synthesis, Infrared Spectroscopy and Crystal Structure Determination of a New Decavanadate

Synthesis, infrared spectroscopy and crystal structure of a new potassium decavanadate decahydrate, K(6)[V(10)O(28)] 10H(2)O, has been reported The infrared spectrum is dominated by decavanadate polyanion and water bands The X-ray crystallography analysis found the compound crystallizes in a triclinic system with the parameters a = 10 5334 (4) angstrom, b = 10 6600 (4) angstrom, c = 17 7351 (5) angstrom, alpha = 76 940 (2)degrees, beta = 75 836 (2)degrees, gamma = 64 776 (2)degrees, V = 1,729 86 (11) A(3), Z = 2, space group P (1) over bar The polyanion consists of ten [VO(6)] octahedra sharing edges, in which the V-O distances are in good agreement with those reported for other decavanadates The crystal structure is stabilized by potassium cations and water molecules forming a complex pattern of hydrogen bonding and short contact ionic interactions

Mineralogy and trace-element geochemistry of the high-grade iron ores of the Aguas Claras Mine and comparison with the Capao Xavier and Tamandua iron ore deposits, Quadrilahero Ferrifero, Brazil

Several major iron deposits occur in the Quadrilatero Ferrifero (QF), southeastern region of Brazil, where metamorphosed and heterogeneously deformed banded iron formation (BIF) of the Caue Formation, regionally called itabirite, was transformed into high- (Fe >64%) and lowgrade (30%

Induced polarization, resistivity, and self-potential: a case history of contamination evaluation due to landfill leakage

This article compares the efficiency of induced polarization (IP) and resistivity in characterizing a contamination plume due to landfill leakage in a typical tropical environment. The resistivity survey revealed denser electrical current flow that induced lower resistivity values due to the high ionic content. The increased ionic concentration diminished the distance of the ionic charges close to the membrane, causing a decrease in the IP phenomena. In addition, the self-potential (SP) method was used to characterize the preferential flow direction of the area. The SP method proved to be effective at determining the flow direction; it is also fast and economical. In this study, the resistivity results were better correlated with the presence of contamination (lower resistivity) than the IP (lower chargeability) data.

Kinetic resolution of a drug precursor by Burkholderia cepacia lipase immobilized by different methodologies on superparamagnetic nanoparticles

Burkholderia cepacia lipase was immobilized on superparamagnetic nanoparticles using three different methodologies (adsorption, chemisorption with carboxibenzaldehyde and chemisorption with glutaraldehyde) and employed in the kinetic resolution of a chiral drug precursor, (RS)-2-bromo-1-(phenyl)ethanol, via enantioselective acetylation reaction. An excellent improvement of lipase catalytical performance was observed. Free B. cepacia lipase gave the ester (S)-2 with poor E-value <30, and after its immobilization to magnetic nanoparticles the E-value was up to >200. The effect of several reaction parameters in the kinetic resolution was studied. The best results for kinetic resolution were obtained using vinyl acetate as acetyl donor and toluene as solvent, typically yielding the ester in high enantiomeric excess (>99%) and E-value (E > 200). Of the three tested immobilization methods, chemisorption with glutaraldehyde was the best one in terms of temperature stability and yield product. (C) 2010 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.

Measurement of the Viscoelastic Properties of the Vocal Folds

Objectives: Studies of the viscoelastic properties of the vocal folds are normally performed with rheometers that use parallel assigned a fixed value. In tissues subject to variation of thickness plates whose interplate space is usually at between samples, fixed gaps could result in different compressions, compromising the comparison among them. We performed,in experimental study to determine whether different compressions call lead to different results in measurements of dynamic viscosity (DV) of vocal fold samples. Methods: We Measured the DV of vocal fold samples of 10 larynges of cadavers under 3 different compression levels, corresponding to 0.2, 0.5, and 10 N on an 8-mm-diameter parallel-plate rheometer. Results: The DV directly varied with compression. We observed statistically significant differences between the results of 0.2 and 10 N (p = 0.0396) and 0.5 and 10 N (p = 0.0442). Conclusions: The study demonstrated that the level of compression influences the DV measure and Suggests that a defined compression level should be used in rheometric studies of biological tissues.

Inhaled linalool-induced sedation in mice

Linalool is a monoterpene often found as a major component of essential oils obtained from aromatic plant species., many of which are used in traditional medical systems as hypno-sedatives. Psychopharmacological evaluations of linalool (i.p. and i.c.v.) revealed marked sedative and anticonvulsant central effects in various mouse models. Considering this profile and alleged effects of inhaled lavender essential oil, the purpose of this study was to examine the sedative effects of inhaled linalool in mice. Mice were placed in an inhalation chamber during 60 min, in an atmosphere saturated with 1% or 3% linalool. Immediately after inhalation, animals were evaluated regarding locomotion, barbiturate-induced sleeping time, body temperature: and motor coordination (rota-rod test). The 1% and 3% linalool increased (p < 0.01) pentobarbital sleeping time and reduced (p<0.01) body temperature. The 3% linalool decreased (p<0.01) locomotion. Motor coordination was not affected. Hence, linalool inhaled for I h seems to induce sedation without significant impairment in motor abilities, a side effect shared by most psycholeptic drugs. (C) 2008 Elsevier GmbH. All rights reserved.

Memórias de jornalistas: narrativas de profissionais da grande imprensa sobre a eleição, o governo e o impeachment de Fernando Collor

A presente pesquisa tem por tema as vivências de jornalistas na cobertura do “período Collor”, desde a eleição presidencial em 1989 até o processo de impeachment em 1992. Origina-se do questionamento sobre quais recordações jornalistas, que, na época, atuavam em grandes órgãos de imprensa, guardam na memória acerca daquele importante período da história recente do país. Busca, com isso, resgatar a memória do período sob o ponto de vista dos jornalistas convidados a participarem deste estudo, assim como identificar experiências e vivências que possam contribuir para uma melhor compreensão do fazer jornalístico nos últimos anos do século XX. Para tanto, parte do registro de Narrativas Orais de Histórias de Vida, baseada nos métodos da História Oral, que valoriza os indivíduos e suas respectivas histórias de vida como forma de recuperar o passado aos olhos do tempo presente, por meio de lembranças narradas oralmente. A pesquisa tem como fatores de inovação a busca por uma dimensão subjetiva nos estudos científicos da Comunicação Social e as transformações comunicacionais vividas por uma geração de jornalistas, representada pela comunidade estudada. A metodologia adotada permitiu uma construção histórica do período, a partir das memórias dos entrevistados, assim como possibilitou melhor compreender o fazer jornalístico de uma geração. Conclui-se, assim, com base nas narrativas, que os acontecimentos do “período Collor” ajudam a evidenciar os complexos elementos que interferem no exercício cotidiano do jornalismo, chamando a atenção, sobretudo, para as constantes tensões provocadas pelo contraditório discurso que propaga o mito da isenção jornalística e as decisões tomadas no ato da edição; a forma como o jornalista constrói o mundo que encontra ao produzir a notícia e as escolhas subjetivas feitas ao longo da vida profissional, que os constitui como sujeitos da ação do jornalismo.

Avaliação de resultados em educação corporativa: um estudo no Tribunal de Contas do Município de São Paulo

Dissertação apresentada ao Programa de Pós-graduação em Administração - Mestrado da Universidade Municipal de são Caetano do Sul

A logística integrada como ferramenta para a competitividade em uma agroindústria

Nos últimos anos a economia mundial e a economia brasileira têm sofrido mudanças importantes. Fusões e aquisições estratégicas têm se multiplicado na busca de estratégias para a competitividade envolvendo a integração de todas as atividades na agregação de valor que seja percebido pelo cliente. No presente trabalho, a adoção do planejamento e do gerenciamento do processo logístico pode tornar-se uma ferramenta competitiva para a efetiva sustentação de estratégias na busca de novos mercados e novos objetivos de negócios. Sendo uma das competências necessárias para criar valores para o cliente a logística evolui da sua base conceitual, para a obtenção da vantagem competitiva e parte fundamental da estratégia empresarial. O objetivo desta dissertação é caracterizar e analisar o processo de gestão da cadeia logística e a de suas atividades nos processos como fator competitivo e de estratégia empresarial em uma agroindústria. A pesquisa é de caráter exploratório através de um estudo de caso e busca-se como resultado uma análise acerca de estratégias para a competitividade e do seu relacionamento logístico, sua estrutura e mudanças, tendo como base para o levantamento desses dados e análise, o modelo desenvolvido por BOWERSOX (1989). Como conclusão tem-se uma mostra de como os conceitos de logística têm uma função muito mais relacional e estratégica nas estruturas das organizações dentro de um contexto competitivo. O uso maciço da tecnologia, a otimização, o oportunismo e a eficiência nas habilidades de gerenciamento das estratégias logísticas e na integração funcional como elementos prioritários tem como objetivo criar valor – em lucratividade e retorno sobre o investimento - tanto para a empresa como para o seu cliente.

Um modelo conceitual para integração do just-in-time com a teoria das restrições em pequenas e médias empresas industriais

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