Let f : X 99K X be a dominant meromorphic self-map, where X is a compact, connected complex manifold of dimension n > 1. Suppose there is an embedded copy of P that is invariant under f , with f holomorphic and transversally superattracting with degree a in some neighborhood. Suppose f restricted to this line is given by z 7→ z, with resulting invariant circle S. We prove that if a ≥ b, then th...

PCI is a simple technique and, with the right tool, can thoroughly puncture any skin easily and quickly. Although a single treatment may not give the smoothing that is seen with laser resurfacing, the epidermis remains virtually normal. When the result is not sufficient, treatment can be repeated. The technique can be used on areas that are not suitable for peeling or laser resurfacing.

the present report reviews the diagnostic and treatment challenges of a mandibular molar with previous root canal treatment and signs of a procedural mishap, i.e. furcal radiolucency and localized swelling of the gingival margin in which a sinus tract was present. by tracing the sinus tract, it became evident that the lesion originated from the furcation area, not the root apices. this case was...

In spite of the fact that cementitious and concrete materials are mainly used on a large scale and in huge quantities for roads, dams, bridges and building constructions, the mechanical behavior of these materials depends to a great extend on structural elements and phenomena which are effective on a micro and nanoscale. Although this is well known by researchers, material producers and enginee...

EDITORIAL SYNOPSIS This paper reports the results of a histological study of severe chronic oesophagitis. The material consisted of 46 specimens removed by oesophagogastrectomy. Two distinct types of lesion were found: chronic superficial oesophagitis and localized penetrating ulceration, the latter being found closely related to intrusions of gastric cardiac type (mucosa) into the lower oesoph...

A novel pressure sensor has been developed by taking advantage of the orientational dependence of localized surface plasmon resonance of gold nanorods embedded in a polymer matrix. This stress-responsive material can be used to record the distribution and magnitude of pressure between two contacting surfaces by outputting optical response.

Background and purpose - Tenosynovial giant cell tumors (TGCT) are rare, benign tumors, arising in synovial lining of joints, tendon sheaths, or bursae. 2 types are distinguished: localized, either digits or extremity, and diffuse lesions. Current TGCT incidence is based on 1 single US-county study in 1980, with an incidence of 9 and 2 per million person-years in localized (including digits) an...

In this note, we consider a SK-type model on Zd for d ≥ 1, weighted by a function allowing to any single spin to interact with a small proportion of the other ones. Both mean field and diluted cases are considered, and we compute the replica symmetric solution at high temperature in those two cases. We are also able to study the influence of some boundary conditions on the replica symmetric sol...

A new member of the layered pseudo-1D material family-monoclinic gallium telluride (GaTe)-is synthesized by physical vapor transport on a variety of substrates. The [010] atomic chains and the resulting anisotropic behavior are clearly revealed. The GaTe flakes display multiple sharp photoluminescence emissions in the forbidden gap, which are related to defects localized around selected edges a...

Within the last five years material characterization through transmission electron microscopy (TEM) imaging has advanced to a point where identification of single defects is attainable. Novel capabilities of device structure characterization is demonstrated here. The degradation of AlGaN/GaN:Si HEMTs is investigated, defects identified and contamination elements localized.