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Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory Title Design of Low-Noise Output Amplifiers for P-channel Charge-Coupled Devices Fabricated on High-Resistivity Silicon Permalink

We describe the design and optimization of low-noise, single-stage output amplifiers for p-channel charge-coupled devices (CCDs) used for scientific applications in astronomy and other fields. The CCDs are fabricated on highresistivity, 4000–5000 Ω-cm, n-type silicon substrates. Single-stage amplifiers with different output structure designs and technologies have been characterized. The standard output amplifier is designed with an n polysilicon gate that has a metal connection to the sense node. In an effort to lower the output amplifier readout noise by minimizing the capacitance seen at the sense node, buried-contact technology has been investigated. In this case, the output transistor has a p polysilicon gate that connects directly to the p sense node. Output structures with buried-contact areas as small as 2 μm × 2 μm are characterized. In addition, the geometry of the source-follower transistor was varied, and we report test results on the conversion gain and noise of the various amplifier structures. By use of buried-contact technology, better amplifier geometry, optimization of the amplifier biases and improvements in the test electronics design, we obtain a 45% reduction in noise, corresponding to 1.7 e− rms at 70 kpixels/sec.
Prevalence of bovine fasciolosis in and around Inchini town, West Showa Zone, Adaa Bega Woreda, Centeral Ethiopia

The study was conducted from November, 2008 to March, 2009 in six kebeles of Ada’a Berga Woreda, West Showa Zone, in and around Inchini town and indicated that bovine fasciolosis is widely spread with high prevalence, inducing economic loss to livestock production in the region. From a total of 573 cattle coprologically examined during the study period, 291 animals were found positive for liver fluke infection with an overall prevalence rate of 50.79%. There was no statistically significant difference (p > 0.05) in infection rates between male and female animals. Analysis of infection rates on the basis of age of cattle indicated negative or inverse correlation and there were significant differences (p < 0.05) between different age groups. A significant difference (p < 0.05) was observed among studied months with highest monthly prevalence in November and lowest in January. The infection rates (60.48%) were significantly higher (p < 0.05) in poor body condition than good body condition animals (11%) and this signifies the importance of fasciolosis in causing weight loss which is the characteristic sign of chronic fasciolosis. Of the total 196 bovine livers examined at Inchini municipal abattoir, 107(54.49%) animals were found positive for liver fluke and 68.22% of livers harbored Fasciola hepatica, 8.04% Fasciola gigantica and 23.37% infected by both species of Fasciola. This study indicates fasciolosis is the major parasitic health problem in the area and creates economic impact by condemnation of the affected liver. Therefore, proper attention should be paid for strategic deworming, animals should not be allowed to graze in water reservoir areas and further research on meteorological condition of snail infection is highly recommended. Key words: Abattoir, Ada’a Berga, bovine, fasciolosis, prevalence, West Showa zone.
Relationship between birth weight and body growth characteristics of lambs

Research was carried out in population of R2 generation Pirot pramenka x Pirot improved sheep during period of three years. Lambs were divided into three groups: I from 2.5 kg to 3.5 kg; II from 3.6 kg to 4.5 kg; III from 4.6 kg to 5.5 kg. Weight of lambs was controlled at birth, with 30, 60 and 90 days of age. Average body weight at birth of the tested lambs was 3.35 kg in the first group, 4.30 kg in the second group and 5.06 kg in the third group. At 30 days of age, the body weight of the lambs was 10.19 kg in the first group, 11.39 kg in the second and 12.49 kg in the third group. All these differences in body weight of lambs at birth were statistically highly significant (P_ 0.01). With 60 days of age, average body weight was 16.48 kg in the first group, 19.01 kg in the second and 20.49 kg in the third group. Differences between groups of lambs at this age were statistically very significant (P_0.01). On the end of experiment at 90 days of lambs age, we have found the following values of the body weight of lambs: 26.35 kg in the first group, when the second 30.49 kg and 28.93 kg in the third group. Differences between groups of lambs at this age were statistically very significant (P_0.01). At the age of 90 days maximum weight of the body was in the second group of lambs, or a group which body weight at birth occupied the mean of the population. Correlations between body weights of lambs vary from weak to midsized values. The highest values of correlation coefficients were found between body weight at birth and weight of lambs at 30 days of age.
Assessing the bottom water quality of a ramsar site subjected to anthropogenic disturbances: a case study in Kuching Wetland National Park, Sarawak, Malaysia

Recently the interest of public and stakeholders were focus on the environmental status of Kuching Wetland National Park (KWNP) due to the increase of urbanization processes and anthropogenic activities. A field sampling which covered 10 stations was conducted at the outer and inner boundary of KWNP in August 2011 during high tide. Physico-chemical water parameters were recorded. Triplicate of near bottom water samples were collected using 2.5 L Van don water sampler (Wildco®) for further analyses of nutrient, chlorophyll a (chl a), biological oxygen demand (BOD) and total suspended solids (TSS). The aimed of the study were to assess the water quality of KWNP and to determine the distribution pattern of physico-chemical components and its relationship to the phytoplankton chlorophyll a concentrations in water between the outer and inner part of KWNP. One-way analyses of similarity indicated that all the study sites were significantly different between stations (p-value < 0.05) and boundaries (p-value < 0.05). Water temperature, pH, ammonium nitrogen (NH4–N) and inorganic phosphorous (Inorg–P) were known affecting the abundance of phytoplankton communities. The concentrations of nitrate nitrogen (NO3–N) at the outer and inner boundaries of KWNP were over-ranged as compared to Malaysia marine standards.
The Dark Tetrad and Rape Myth Acceptance

With the influx of research into the "dark" personality traits, as well as the prevalence of sexual assault and rape, specifically on college campuses, it has become important to explore the possible relationships between the Dark Tetrad of personality (i.e., sub-clinical levels of narcissism, psychopathy, Machiavellianism, and sadism) and rape myth acceptance. This study was an extension of a prior study by Jonason, Girgis, and Milne-Home (2017) looking at these traits, without sadism, and with rape myth acceptance. Positive relationships between each of the Dark Tetrad traits and each rape myth were found, with the strongest correlation being between sadism and the "It Wasn't Really Rape" rape myth. The Dark Tetrad as a whole was found to be a significant predictor for all subscales, except for the "He Didn't Do It" rape myth. This research adds to the wealth of research into dark personality traits and rape myths and provides a more compelling link between the two. DARK TETRAD AND RAPE MYTH ACCEPTANCE 3 The Dark Tetrad and Rape Myth Acceptance The increase of rapes and sexual assaults on campus has called for research into the possible predictors of these behaviors. Prior research has found relationships between subclinical levels of psychopathy, narcissism, and Machiavellianism and the acceptance of rape myths. These "dark" traits have a number of maladaptive life outcomes, including higher levels of aggression (Jones & Neria, 2015), violence (Robertson & Knight, 2014), and short-term mating (Jonason, Li, Webster, & Schmitt, 2009). The finding that these traits may be linked to the acceptance of certain rape myths, as well as correlated behaviors such as sexual coercion, victim blaming, and violence, may lead to the development of targeted and research-based sexual assault prevention programs. This study adds to the prior literature by including sadism as a "dark" trait and looking at specific rape myths.
Laboratory measurement of fragmented ore bulk density using ground penetrating radar

The need to identify oversized fragments in underground mining operations is discussed. The relationship between relative permittivity and bulk density is examined using established mixture models. A method of measuring the relative permittivity of ore in an industrial context is presented using a two channel Ground Penetrating Radar system in a trans-illumination arrangement. This method also provides a solution to the problem of time zero drift which affects spatially and/or temporally separated antennas. Results of experiments using sifted samples of fragmented ore show there is a relationship between bulk density and relative permittivity for fragmented ore.
High temperature performance of an optical microfibre coupler and its potential use as a sensor

The dependence of the transmission spectrum of an optical microfibre coupler at high temperatures is investigated experimentally. Results show a temperature sensitivity up to 36.59 pm/°C at a taper waist outer diameter of 2.5 µm; such a temperature-dependent performance can be utilized for temperature sensing up to 1000°C.
Monetary Autonomy in Select Asian Economies: Role of International Reserves

This paper examines the trends in monetary autonomy and its interaction with financial integration, currency regime and foreign reserves for the past two decades in select Asian countries viz., Thailand, Korea, Indonesia, Philippines, and India. Our main findings are as follows : First, Thailand, Korea and Indonesia, who experienced the change in currency regime towards a floating regime, have lowered the sensitivities of their interest rates (have raised monetary autonomy) after the regime change, while India without any change in currency regime has continued to raise the sensitivities of its interest rates (has lowered monetary autonomy) in line with increased financial integration. Second, in all sample economies, the accumulation of foreign reserves has contributed to retaining monetary autonomy in terms of preventing the sensitivities of interest rates from rising. We speculate that their accumulation might take a role as an anchor for monetary autonomy to the emerging market economies facing fear of floating.
Efficacy and Residual Activity of Some Plant Oils, Abamectin bio-insecticide and Their Mixtures Against Cowpea Seed Beetle, Callosobruchus maculatus (F.) (Coleoptera: Bruchidae)

Citation: Egypt. Acad. J. Biolog. Sci. (A. Entomology) Vol. 10(1)pp: 18 (2017) Egyptian Academic Journal of Biological Sciences is the official English language journal of the Egyptian Society for Biological Sciences, Department of Entomology, Faculty of Sciences Ain Shams University. Entomology Journal publishes original research papers and reviews from any entomological discipline or from directly allied fields in ecology, behavioral biology, physiology, biochemistry, development, genetics, systematics, morphology, evolution, control of insects, arachnids, and general entomology. www.eajbs. eg.net Provided for non-commercial research and education use. Not for reproduction, distribution or commercial use.
THE EFFECTS OF DIFFERENT DIETARY SUGARS ON MEASURES OF BONE FORMATION, QUALITY, AND STRENGTH IN GROWING MALE RATS by ERICA

by ERICA FRANCES BASS (Under the Direction of Silvia Giraudo) ABSTRACT This study investigated the influence of the consumption of the monosaccharides glucose and fructose on measures of cancellous bone formation and quality as well as bone strength in male Sprague-Dawley rats (60 days old; 225 g) over the course of twelve weeks. Mineral apposition rates (p=0.005), osteoblast surface (p=0.002), and osteoblast number (p=0.005) were higher as a result of glucose and fructose intakes. Despite similar effects on bone formation, trabecular thickness was significantly higher in the fructose group compared to the glucose group (p=0.0016). We did not observe differences in bone strength between groups. The effects of sugar intake on bone were independent of differences in energy intake or bodyweight but heavier epididymal fat pads (glucose vs. chow; p=0.003) and livers (fructose vs. glucose; p=0.000) suggests that disturbances in energy metabolism as a consequence of the consumption of different sugars should be explored as a potential explanation for our findings.
Quality of Wood and Charcoal from Eucalyptus Clones for Ironmaster Use

Considering the wide variety of species and clones of Eucalyptus cultivated in Brazil, it is necessary to search for new information on wood properties, so that the selection of genetically superior material may be successful. The present study aimed to determine the properties of wood and charcoal from different clones of Eucalyptus spp. Six clones at the age of 7.5 years were evaluated and the samples were from a clonal, located in the city of Lassance, Minas Gerais, Brazil. Basic density, chemical composition, and higher heating value were determined. Carbonizations in a laboratory kiln were done and the levels of volatile matter, ash, and fixed carbon, higher heating value, and bulk density of the charcoal produced were determined. Evaluated genetic materials showed differences in their properties. According to research results, several properties of wood should be considered together for the selection of clones for charcoal production. However, basic density and chemical composition of wood, especially high contents of lignin and low contents of extractives, are the properties that had more influence on charcoal yield and its quality. Concerning charcoal production for steelmaking, clone 6 stood out and, conversely, clone 4 showed inferior properties to those of others.
Operationalizing Time-Space Prism Accessibility in a Building-Level Residential Choice Model: Empirical Results from the Puget Sound Region

The concept of accessibility has long been theorized as a principal determinant of household residential choice behavior. Research on this influence is extensive but the empirical results have been mixed. Further, the measurement of accessibility must contend with complications arising from the increasing prevalence of trip-chains, non-work activities, and multi-worker households, as well as reconcile person-specific travel needs with household residential decisions. This paper contributes to the literature by addressing the gap framed by these issues and presents a novel residential choice model with three main elements of innovation. First, it operationalized a time-space prism (TSP) accessibility measure, which the authors believe to be the first application of its kind in a residential choice model. Second, it represented the choice sets in a building-level framework, the lowest level of spatial disaggregation available for modeling residential choices. Third, it explicitly examined the influence of non-work accessibility at both the local- and personal-level. This residential choice model was applied in the Puget Sound Region using a 2006 household activity survey. The model estimation results confirmed that accessibility remain an important influence, with individual-specific work accessibility as the most critical consideration. By using the TSP approach, it was established that non-work accessibility in a trip-chaining context does contribute to the residential choice decision, even after accounting for work accessibility. Empirical tests also revealed a useful aggregation method to incorporate individual-specific accessibility measures into a household level choice model.
Effect of Three Different Species of Hay on Dry-matter Intake and Serum Cortisol of Ewes

To determine whether the feeding of different species of hay affects the dry-matter intake and the serum cortisol level of sheep, 6 non-pregnant, non-lactating ewes were offered alfalfa (Medicago sativa) hay (Al), oats (Avena sativa) hay (Ot) and perennial ryegrass (Lolium perenne) hay (Pr) under 6 kinds of treatment including 1) change from Al to Ot, 2) Al to Pr, 3) Ot to Al, 4) Ot to Pr, 5) Pr to Al, and 6) Pr to Ot. The experimental design was a 6×6 Latin square with a 14 day period of which 9 days were a preliminary period and 5 days as a digestion trial period. The change in hay feeding was done abruptly on the first day of each period without an adaptation period. The blood from the jugular vein was collected on the first, third and the last day of each period through a sterile catheter for the analysis of cortisol. The dry-matter intake was recorded daily throughout the period. The mean daily intake of dry matter (DM, g/kg live weight) was significantly different among the 3 species of hay (Al>Ot>Pr; p<0.05). The digestibility of DM for Al and Ot was the same, but that for Pr was significantly lower than Al and Ot (p<0.05). The mean serum cortisol levels were significantly different among the hays (p<0.05). The level for Pr was the highest and that for Al was the lowest. The abrupt change of hay feeding of 6 treatments produced a significant change in the serum cortisol levels. The DM intake was inversely related to the change of the cortisol level. It is suggested that the animal's intake response to different species of hay may be partly motivated by the psychological feelings toward the hay offered. (Asian-Aust. J. Anim. Sci. 2003. Vol 16, No. 9 : 1297-1302)
Managing warehouse efficiency and worker discomfort through enhanced storage assignment decisions

Humans are at the heart of crucial processes in warehouses. Besides the common economic goal of minimising cycle times, we therefore add in this paper the human well-being goal of minimising workers’ discomfort in the context of order picking. We propose a methodology for identifying the most suitable storage location solutions with respect to both goals. The first step in our methodology is to build data-driven empirical models for estimating cycle times and workers’ discomfort. The second step of the methodology entails the use of these empirically grounded models to formulate a bi-objective assignment problem for assigning products to storage locations. The developed methodology is subsequently tested on two actual warehouses. The results of these practical tests show that clear trade-offs exist and that optimising only for discomfort can be costly in terms of cycle time. Based on the results, we provide practical guidelines for taking storage assignment decisions that simultaneously address discomfort and travel distance considerations.
Effect of 2% Chlorhexidine on Shear Bond Strength of Composite Resins to Dentin

Abstract Background and Aim: Intracanal medicaments can affect the bond strength of composite to dentin. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of 2% chlorhexidine (CHX) gel as an intracanal medicament on shear bond strength of three different composite resins to dentin. Materials and Methods: In this in-vitro study, 60 intact extracted human premolars were utilized. Each tooth was sectioned vertically and dentin of the buccal surface was exposed. Then, specimens were divided into six groups of 10 teeth. In groups 1-3, dentin was exposed to CHX and in groups 4-6, dentin was exposed to saline. All prepared surfaces were rinsed with distilled water and dentin bonding agent specific for each composite was applied on the dentin surfaces. Z100, Z350 and P90 composites were applied to the treated surfaces and cured. The shear bond strength was recorded in Newtons and converted to MPa. Data were analyzed using the Kruskal-Wallis and Dunn tests. Results: The lowest mean shear bond strength was reported for normal saline and Z100 composite group (18.47 MPa) and the highest for CHX and Z350 group (42.26 MPa). No statistically significant difference in bond strength values was found between normal saline and CHX groups (P>0.05). There was a significant difference in bond strength values of different composite resins in normal saline (P<0.05) and also in CHX groups (P<0.05). Conclusion: Application of 2% chlorhexidine gel slightly but not significantly increases the mean shear bond strength of composite to dentin. The type of composite influences the shear bond strength to dentin
Bubbles, Crashes, and Endogenous Uncertainty in Linked Asset and Product Markets

In laboratory asset markets, subjects trade shares of a firm whose profits in a linked product market determine dividends. Treatments vary whether dividend information is revealed once per period or in real time and whether the firm is controlled by a profit‐maximizing robot or human subject. The latter variation induces uncertainty about firm behavior, bridging the gap between laboratory and field markets. Our data replicate well‐known features of laboratory asset markets (e.g., bubbles), suggesting these are robust to a market‐based dividend process. Compared to a sample of previous experiments, both real‐time information revelation and endogenous uncertainty impede the bubble‐mitigating impact of experience.
Detection and identification of avian adenovirus in broiler chickens suspected of inclusion body hepatitis in Khuzestan, Iran during 2015-2016

Avian adenoviruses (AAV) are known as a very diverse group of pathogens causing a variety of clinical symptoms or being totally asymptomatic in poultry flocks. The aim of this study was the molecular detection of avian adenoviruses in broiler flocks suspected of the IBH and respiratory syndrome in the southwest of Iran. For this intent, the liver and lung samples with macroscopic lesions were collected from 30 different poultry flocks (poultry of slaughterhouse and flock mortalities). Subsequently, DNA was extracted from samples and examined using PCR. The L1 (Loop1) region of the hexon gene was amplified. PCR products were sequenced to reveal the identity of the avian adenoviruses. The data resulted from the nucleo tide sequencing were analyzed using programs and services provided by National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI). The results showed that the pools of liver samples from a 25 days old flock were positive in the PCR test. Based on the sequence data, adenoviruses belonged to the D genotype of avian adenoviruses. In phylogenetic analysis, FADV isolates were closely related to the FADV-11 isolates of Iran, China, Canada and Australia with nucleotide homology up to 99%. This is the first study on molecular detection and analyzing the nucleotide sequence of hexon gene fragment of FADV in broiler farms in Southwest Iran.