It is clearly important to construct a model of schizophrenic dysfunction which is able to integrate both its neural and perceptual/cognitive aspects. Although information-processing models appear useful as a means of linking biological and social factors relevant to the disorder, 'there remains a gap between the computer terminology in which attentional theories are couched and the patients's ...

We report 100 GHz and 200 GHz monolithic slot antenna coupled RTD array oscillators. The IC process for the array oscillators incorporates 0.1μm InGaAs/AlAs Schottky-collector RTDs (SRTDs) vertically integrated above AlInGaAs Schottky-diode stabilizers which suppress parasitic oscillations in the DC bias circuit. A quasi-optical transmitter/receiver set up using the RTD oscillator as transmitte...

Aims. PSR J1846−0258 is a young rotation-powered pulsar with one of the highest surface magnetic field strengths, located in the centre of SN-remnant Kes-75. In June 2006 a magnetar-like outburst took place. Using multi-year RXTE and INTEGRAL observations covering also the epoch of the outburst we aim to study the temporal and spectral characterisitics of PSR J1846−0258 over a broad ∼ 3-300 keV...

Depressed mood in young people is common, with a prevalence of up to 20% among teenagers consulting their GP. Depression during the teenage years is associated with functional impairment and health risk behaviours; episodes can be severe and prolonged, often not resolving over 18 months. Adolescent depression is a chronic and relapsing condition with a high level of continuity into adulthood, w...

introduction coastal sand dunes are  important morphological forms in caspian coastal regions. these dunes are formed and developed under the influence of sediment influx, climate, impact of wind, waves, currents. these are parallel to the coastal characterisitics with enough space for expansion. the whole collection of these parameters are available in many coastal areas of the caspian sea , b...

Low-threshold, gain switched colloidal quantum dot (CQD) distributed-feedback lasers operating in the nanosecond regime are reported and proposed for sensing applications for the first time to the authors’ knowledge. The lasers are based on a mechanically-flexible polymeric, second order grating structure overcoated with a thin-film of CQD/PMMA composite. The threshold fluence of the resulting ...

This study focuses on the links between consumer behaviour and environmental factors through changes in emotional states. Customers of a major Chinese optical retail store were exposed to different types of music in an experiment lasting 3 days for it. Participants (n=226) reported their emotional and behavioural responses in an exit survey. The results of this study find support for music as a...