A preponderance of scientific evidence over the last hundred years tells us that our galaxy is filled with an unknown substance called dark matter. In fact, there is five times as much dark matter in the universe than there is ordinary matter: we are swimming in an ocean of dark matter and we have no firm idea what it is. We suspect that dark matter is composed of undiscovered elementary particles whose properties may, in turn, unlock some of the most pressing open questions in fundamental physics. So why haven't we figured out how to study dark matter in the lab, and why should we be optimistic that we may make progress in the coming decades?
Presentation about ParticleBites.com efforts in the context of sustainability as part of the Sustainable HEP 2nd ed. workshop. https://indico.cern.ch/event/1160140/timetable/
Presented at the 2022 APS April Meeting, session Z05.00009
Abstract: We present a novel approach for student assessment in large physics lecture courses on student-recorded videos. Students record 5-minute videos teaching how to solve a problem to other students and are partially graded based on peer reviews from other students. After piloting this method during COVID-19 remote teaching over the last year and a half, we have found encouraging indications that it (1) promotes student self-efficacy and metacognition, (2) builds in a deeper engagement with the material, (3) encourages student creativity, (4) develops technical and critical communication ability, and (5) avoids long-standing issues with digital plagiarism. Though the method was developed during pandemic teaching, we propose that aspects can be readily applied to in-person teaching and scales with class size. We comment on the potential to support diverse student retention in physics and outline potential pedagogical trade-offs of this method.
Invited talk at the American Physical Society April Meeting, 9 April 2022.
Like many physical systems, the challenge to make physics more equitable is multiscale. The way in which one perceives and is able to change inequities changes over the early phase of an academic career. These changes reflect the scope of one's academic community, the evolving set of career incentives, and a growing ability to directly influence institutional norms. In this talk we provide a framework for how we engage with equity as early career academics. From this framework, we highlight the ways in which early career academics are uniquely qualified to affect change, and the ways institutions can ensure that these academics continue to be agents for positive change as mid-career scientists.
Talk for the 26th Fr. Ciriaco Pedrosa, O.P. Memorial Lecture Series and 8th International Symposium on Mathematics and Physics at the University of Santo Tomas (Manila, Philippines). Presented remotely on Nov 26, 2021
Earliest Galaxies in the JADES Origins Field: Luminosity Function and Cosmic ...Sérgio Sacani
We characterize the earliest galaxy population in the JADES Origins Field (JOF), the deepest
imaging field observed with JWST. We make use of the ancillary Hubble optical images (5 filters
spanning 0.4−0.9µm) and novel JWST images with 14 filters spanning 0.8−5µm, including 7 mediumband filters, and reaching total exposure times of up to 46 hours per filter. We combine all our data
at > 2.3µm to construct an ultradeep image, reaching as deep as ≈ 31.4 AB mag in the stack and
30.3-31.0 AB mag (5σ, r = 0.1” circular aperture) in individual filters. We measure photometric
redshifts and use robust selection criteria to identify a sample of eight galaxy candidates at redshifts
z = 11.5 − 15. These objects show compact half-light radii of R1/2 ∼ 50 − 200pc, stellar masses of
M⋆ ∼ 107−108M⊙, and star-formation rates of SFR ∼ 0.1−1 M⊙ yr−1
. Our search finds no candidates
at 15 < z < 20, placing upper limits at these redshifts. We develop a forward modeling approach to
infer the properties of the evolving luminosity function without binning in redshift or luminosity that
marginalizes over the photometric redshift uncertainty of our candidate galaxies and incorporates the
impact of non-detections. We find a z = 12 luminosity function in good agreement with prior results,
and that the luminosity function normalization and UV luminosity density decline by a factor of ∼ 2.5
from z = 12 to z = 14. We discuss the possible implications of our results in the context of theoretical
models for evolution of the dark matter halo mass function.
A preponderance of scientific evidence over the last hundred years tells us that our galaxy is filled with an unknown substance called dark matter. In fact, there is five times as much dark matter in the universe than there is ordinary matter: we are swimming in an ocean of dark matter and we have no firm idea what it is. We suspect that dark matter is composed of undiscovered elementary particles whose properties may, in turn, unlock some of the most pressing open questions in fundamental physics. So why haven't we figured out how to study dark matter in the lab, and why should we be optimistic that we may make progress in the coming decades?
Presentation about ParticleBites.com efforts in the context of sustainability as part of the Sustainable HEP 2nd ed. workshop. https://indico.cern.ch/event/1160140/timetable/
Presented at the 2022 APS April Meeting, session Z05.00009
Abstract: We present a novel approach for student assessment in large physics lecture courses on student-recorded videos. Students record 5-minute videos teaching how to solve a problem to other students and are partially graded based on peer reviews from other students. After piloting this method during COVID-19 remote teaching over the last year and a half, we have found encouraging indications that it (1) promotes student self-efficacy and metacognition, (2) builds in a deeper engagement with the material, (3) encourages student creativity, (4) develops technical and critical communication ability, and (5) avoids long-standing issues with digital plagiarism. Though the method was developed during pandemic teaching, we propose that aspects can be readily applied to in-person teaching and scales with class size. We comment on the potential to support diverse student retention in physics and outline potential pedagogical trade-offs of this method.
Invited talk at the American Physical Society April Meeting, 9 April 2022.
Like many physical systems, the challenge to make physics more equitable is multiscale. The way in which one perceives and is able to change inequities changes over the early phase of an academic career. These changes reflect the scope of one's academic community, the evolving set of career incentives, and a growing ability to directly influence institutional norms. In this talk we provide a framework for how we engage with equity as early career academics. From this framework, we highlight the ways in which early career academics are uniquely qualified to affect change, and the ways institutions can ensure that these academics continue to be agents for positive change as mid-career scientists.
Talk for the 26th Fr. Ciriaco Pedrosa, O.P. Memorial Lecture Series and 8th International Symposium on Mathematics and Physics at the University of Santo Tomas (Manila, Philippines). Presented remotely on Nov 26, 2021
Earliest Galaxies in the JADES Origins Field: Luminosity Function and Cosmic ...Sérgio Sacani
We characterize the earliest galaxy population in the JADES Origins Field (JOF), the deepest
imaging field observed with JWST. We make use of the ancillary Hubble optical images (5 filters
spanning 0.4−0.9µm) and novel JWST images with 14 filters spanning 0.8−5µm, including 7 mediumband filters, and reaching total exposure times of up to 46 hours per filter. We combine all our data
at > 2.3µm to construct an ultradeep image, reaching as deep as ≈ 31.4 AB mag in the stack and
30.3-31.0 AB mag (5σ, r = 0.1” circular aperture) in individual filters. We measure photometric
redshifts and use robust selection criteria to identify a sample of eight galaxy candidates at redshifts
z = 11.5 − 15. These objects show compact half-light radii of R1/2 ∼ 50 − 200pc, stellar masses of
M⋆ ∼ 107−108M⊙, and star-formation rates of SFR ∼ 0.1−1 M⊙ yr−1
. Our search finds no candidates
at 15 < z < 20, placing upper limits at these redshifts. We develop a forward modeling approach to
infer the properties of the evolving luminosity function without binning in redshift or luminosity that
marginalizes over the photometric redshift uncertainty of our candidate galaxies and incorporates the
impact of non-detections. We find a z = 12 luminosity function in good agreement with prior results,
and that the luminosity function normalization and UV luminosity density decline by a factor of ∼ 2.5
from z = 12 to z = 14. We discuss the possible implications of our results in the context of theoretical
models for evolution of the dark matter halo mass function.
ESR spectroscopy in liquid food and beverages.pptxPRIYANKA PATEL
With increasing population, people need to rely on packaged food stuffs. Packaging of food materials requires the preservation of food. There are various methods for the treatment of food to preserve them and irradiation treatment of food is one of them. It is the most common and the most harmless method for the food preservation as it does not alter the necessary micronutrients of food materials. Although irradiated food doesn’t cause any harm to the human health but still the quality assessment of food is required to provide consumers with necessary information about the food. ESR spectroscopy is the most sophisticated way to investigate the quality of the food and the free radicals induced during the processing of the food. ESR spin trapping technique is useful for the detection of highly unstable radicals in the food. The antioxidant capability of liquid food and beverages in mainly performed by spin trapping technique.
Comparing Evolved Extractive Text Summary Scores of Bidirectional Encoder Rep...University of Maribor
Slides from:
11th International Conference on Electrical, Electronics and Computer Engineering (IcETRAN), Niš, 3-6 June 2024
Track: Artificial Intelligence
https://www.etran.rs/2024/en/home-english/
This presentation explores a brief idea about the structural and functional attributes of nucleotides, the structure and function of genetic materials along with the impact of UV rays and pH upon them.
Phenomics assisted breeding in crop improvementIshaGoswami9
As the population is increasing and will reach about 9 billion upto 2050. Also due to climate change, it is difficult to meet the food requirement of such a large population. Facing the challenges presented by resource shortages, climate
change, and increasing global population, crop yield and quality need to be improved in a sustainable way over the coming decades. Genetic improvement by breeding is the best way to increase crop productivity. With the rapid progression of functional
genomics, an increasing number of crop genomes have been sequenced and dozens of genes influencing key agronomic traits have been identified. However, current genome sequence information has not been adequately exploited for understanding
the complex characteristics of multiple gene, owing to a lack of crop phenotypic data. Efficient, automatic, and accurate technologies and platforms that can capture phenotypic data that can
be linked to genomics information for crop improvement at all growth stages have become as important as genotyping. Thus,
high-throughput phenotyping has become the major bottleneck restricting crop breeding. Plant phenomics has been defined as the high-throughput, accurate acquisition and analysis of multi-dimensional phenotypes
during crop growing stages at the organism level, including the cell, tissue, organ, individual plant, plot, and field levels. With the rapid development of novel sensors, imaging technology,
and analysis methods, numerous infrastructure platforms have been developed for phenotyping.
hematic appreciation test is a psychological assessment tool used to measure an individual's appreciation and understanding of specific themes or topics. This test helps to evaluate an individual's ability to connect different ideas and concepts within a given theme, as well as their overall comprehension and interpretation skills. The results of the test can provide valuable insights into an individual's cognitive abilities, creativity, and critical thinking skills
What is greenhouse gasses and how many gasses are there to affect the Earth.moosaasad1975
What are greenhouse gasses how they affect the earth and its environment what is the future of the environment and earth how the weather and the climate effects.
Remote Sensing and Computational, Evolutionary, Supercomputing, and Intellige...University of Maribor
Slides from talk:
Aleš Zamuda: Remote Sensing and Computational, Evolutionary, Supercomputing, and Intelligent Systems.
11th International Conference on Electrical, Electronics and Computer Engineering (IcETRAN), Niš, 3-6 June 2024
Inter-Society Networking Panel GRSS/MTT-S/CIS Panel Session: Promoting Connection and Cooperation
https://www.etran.rs/2024/en/home-english/
Travis Hills' Endeavors in Minnesota: Fostering Environmental and Economic Pr...Travis Hills MN
Travis Hills of Minnesota developed a method to convert waste into high-value dry fertilizer, significantly enriching soil quality. By providing farmers with a valuable resource derived from waste, Travis Hills helps enhance farm profitability while promoting environmental stewardship. Travis Hills' sustainable practices lead to cost savings and increased revenue for farmers by improving resource efficiency and reducing waste.
ISI 2024: Application Form (Extended), Exam Date (Out), EligibilitySciAstra
The Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) has extended its application deadline for 2024 admissions to April 2. Known for its excellence in statistics and related fields, ISI offers a range of programs from Bachelor's to Junior Research Fellowships. The admission test is scheduled for May 12, 2024. Eligibility varies by program, generally requiring a background in Mathematics and English for undergraduate courses and specific degrees for postgraduate and research positions. Application fees are ₹1500 for male general category applicants and ₹1000 for females. Applications are open to Indian and OCI candidates.
Nutraceutical market, scope and growth: Herbal drug technologyLokesh Patil
As consumer awareness of health and wellness rises, the nutraceutical market—which includes goods like functional meals, drinks, and dietary supplements that provide health advantages beyond basic nutrition—is growing significantly. As healthcare expenses rise, the population ages, and people want natural and preventative health solutions more and more, this industry is increasing quickly. Further driving market expansion are product formulation innovations and the use of cutting-edge technology for customized nutrition. With its worldwide reach, the nutraceutical industry is expected to keep growing and provide significant chances for research and investment in a number of categories, including vitamins, minerals, probiotics, and herbal supplements.
Observation of Io’s Resurfacing via Plume Deposition Using Ground-based Adapt...Sérgio Sacani
Since volcanic activity was first discovered on Io from Voyager images in 1979, changes
on Io’s surface have been monitored from both spacecraft and ground-based telescopes.
Here, we present the highest spatial resolution images of Io ever obtained from a groundbased telescope. These images, acquired by the SHARK-VIS instrument on the Large
Binocular Telescope, show evidence of a major resurfacing event on Io’s trailing hemisphere. When compared to the most recent spacecraft images, the SHARK-VIS images
show that a plume deposit from a powerful eruption at Pillan Patera has covered part
of the long-lived Pele plume deposit. Although this type of resurfacing event may be common on Io, few have been detected due to the rarity of spacecraft visits and the previously low spatial resolution available from Earth-based telescopes. The SHARK-VIS instrument ushers in a new era of high resolution imaging of Io’s surface using adaptive
optics at visible wavelengths.
