This paper presents preliminary modeling work of split D differential probes, in both regular differential and reflection modes. This work is a prelude for a more in-depth model validation study using split D type probes. A modeling comparison is made for both air and ferrite cores. Lastly, numerical and experimental results are compared.

As a prelude to engineering artificial energy conversion proteins emulating biology, we examine the inclusion of a synthetic naphthoquinone amino acid in a characterized host-guest protein and determine the effects of its quinone and hydroquinone forms on the helix-coil distribution.

Possibly as a prelude to a mini series of critical review essays, this short paper is intended to revisit and clarify Tullock's contributions to the concept of rent-seeking. Some subsequent contributions are highlighted, so are its implications on social costs and wealth transfers.

Abstract The heads of states met at the end World War I to sign Versailles treaty in 1919 Palace's hall mirrors. This was time when Europe infected with Spanish flu pandemic that lasted until 1922. project is a visual narration conjunction these two historical events have uncanny reverberations present: has charted path towards present-day geopolitical crises, and can be seen as prelude COVID i...

BACKGROUND Based on 2000 Carl Taube Lecture at the NIMH Mental Health Economics Meeting. AIMS OF THE STUDY This perspective article examines the relationship between a policy of parity in financing mental health services and the future of reform in service delivery. METHODS Applying theories of static and dynamic efficiency to an understanding of parity and the evolution of mental health se...

Introduction The diversity of plant life is a vital component of our terrestrial ecosystems and it plays a key role in maintaining the region's environmental balance and stability. It also helps in the protection of watersheds, stabilization of slopes, improvement of soils, moderation of climate and the provision of a habitat for much of our wild fauna. Ever since the beginning of civilization,...