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Experimental observations of upstream overdeepening

2005

The issue of morphodynamic influence in meandering streams is investigated through a series of laboratory experiments on curved and straight flumes. Both qualitative and quantitative observations confirm the suitability of the recent theoretical developments (Zolezzi & Seminara 2001) that indicate the occurrence of two distinct regimes of morphodynamic influence, depending on the value of the width ratio of the channel β. The threshold value βR separating the upstream from the downstream influence regimes coincides with the resonant value discovered by Blondeaux & Seminara (1985). Indeed it is observed that upstream influence may occur only in relatively wide channels, while narrower stream…

BedformMechanics of MaterialsMechanical EngineeringOverdeepeningThe issue of morphodynamic influence in meandering streams is investigated through a series of laboratory experiments on curved and straight flumes. Both qualitative and quantitative observations confirm the suitability of the recent theoretical developments (Zolezzi & Seminara 2001) that indicate the occurrence of two distinct regimes of morphodynamic influence depending on the value of the width ratio of the channel β. The threshold value βR separating the upstream from the downstream influence regimes coincides with the resonant value discovered by Blondeaux & Seminara (1985). Indeed it is observed that upstream influence may occur only in relatively wide channels while narrower streams are dominated by downstream influence. A series of experiments has been carried out in order to check the above theoretical predictions and show for the first time evidence of the occurrence of upstream overdeepening. Two different sets of experiments have been designed where a discontinuity in channel geometry was present such that the channel morphodynamics was influenced in the upstream direction under super-resonant conditions (β >βR) and in the downstream direction under sub-resonant conditions (β <βR). Experimental results give qualitative and quantitative support to the theoretical predictions and allow us to clarify the limits of the linear analysis.MechanicsLinear analysisCondensed Matter PhysicsWidth ratioGeology
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Pētera Šmita sarakste ar Jāni Misiņu sakarā ar lūgumu atsūtīt lugas Vladivostokas Latviešu biedrības teātrim

1916

P. Šmits lūdz J. Misiņu atsūtīt Vladisvotokas Latviešu biedrības teātrim dažādu autoru - gan latviesu, gan cittautu autoru kopumā 40 lugas, Dziesmu lugām vēlētos arī notis. Ja nu gadījuma pats nevarot, tad lai lūgumu nododot citam grāmatu veikalam.

Benedix RoderichHausleiters H.Reķu Viesons (īst. v. Kārlis Mačernieks; 1864-1908)Maskanji PjetroHamsuns KnutsMelnalksnis Augusts (1876-1944)Jēkabsons KārlisHalbe MaksisHoltei Karl vonLinde Jānis (1870-1842)Kosoratovs AleksandrsŠmits PēterisIbsens HenriksUpīts AndrejsBradov ThomasThoma LudwigTolstojs ĻevsDuburs JēkabsBrody AleksandrsPache AlexanderZeiboltu JēkabsŠveņķis DāvidsZūdermanis HermanisBergmanis Arveds (ps. Wlbds; 1885-1938?):HUMANITIES and RELIGION [Research Subject Categories]Alunāns ĀdolfsMačernieks Kārlis (1864-1908)Misiņš JānisZeltmatis (īst. v. Ernests Kārkliņš; 1868-1961)Čehovs AntonsKārkliņš Ernests (1868-1961)Vladivostokas Latviešu biedrībaLindulis (īst. v. Jānis Linde; 1870-1942)Heijermans HermanAustriņš PēterisReimanis M.Blaumanis RūdolfsLejas-Krūmiņš TeodorsOstrovskis AleksandrsRozentāls-Krūmiņš JēkabsBlūmentāls OskarsMelnais Aksnis (īst. v. Augusts Melnalksnis; 1876-1944)
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Bayesian hierarchical models for analysing the spatial distribution of bioclimatic indices

2017

A methodological approach for modelling the spatial distribution of bioclimatic indices is proposed in this paper. The value of the bioclimatic index is modelled with a hierarchical Bayesian model that incorporates both structured and unstructured random effects. Selection of prior distributions is also discussed in order to better incorporate any possible prior knowledge about the parameters that could refer to the particular characteristics of bioclimatic indices. MCMC methods and distributed programming are used to obtain an approximation of the posterior distribution of the parameters and also the posterior predictive distribution of the indices. One main outcome of the proposal is the …

Bioclimatologia:62 Statistics::62M Inference from stochastic processes [Classificació AMS]BioclimatologyBioclimatology geostatistics parallel computation spatial prediction:62 Statistics::62P Applications [Classificació AMS]62F15 62M30 62P10 62P12 86A32Estadística bayesiana:Matemàtiques i estadística::Estadística matemàtica [Àrees temàtiques de la UPC]spatial prediction:62 Statistics::62F Parametric inference [Classificació AMS]geostatistics:86 Geophysics [Classificació AMS]parallel computation
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Biological indices applied to benthic macroinvertebrates at reference conditions of mountain streams in two ecoregions (Poland, the Slovak Republic)

2013

The study was carried out from 2007 to 2010 in two ecoregions: the Carpathians and the Central Highlands. The objectives of our survey were to test the existing biological index metric based on benthic macroinvertebrates at reference conditions in the high- and mid-altitude mountain streams of two ecoregions according to the requirements of the EU WFD and to determine which environmental factors influence the distribution of benthic macroinvertebrates. Our results revealed statistically significant differences in the values of the physical and chemical parameters of water as well as the mean values of metrics between the types of streams at the sampling sites. RDA analysis showed that the t…

Biological indicesHydrologyEcologyStream gradientReference conditionsSampling (statistics)STREAMSAquatic SciencePollutionWater Framework DirectiveAltitudeWater Framework DirectiveEnvironmental Science(all)Benthic macroinvertebratesBenthic zoneCentral HighlandsMountain streamInvertebrateHydrobiologia
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Gramsci e la biopolitica

2016

In Pensiero vivente, dopo aver approfondito nessi e distanze tra filosofia della praxis, attualismo e storicismo crociano, Esposito focalizza i due "vettori del discorso gramsciano che" sporgerebbero dall'orizzonte storico dei primi del Novecento "per interpellarci più da vicino". Essi sarebbero connessi all'analisi dell'americanismo e andrebbero identificati in una tensione geopolitica e in una biopolitica.

Biopolitica Gramsci Esposito pensiero viventeSettore M-PED/01 - Pedagogia Generale E Sociale
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One-pot preparation of surface modified boehmite nanoparticles with rare-earth cyclen complexes.

2007

We report on the one-pot synthetic procedure of cyclen derivatives bearing three acetate groups attached on boehmite nanoparticles, the complexing capabilities of these inorganic–organic hybrid materials with rare earth cations, and the behaviour as contrast agents or fluorescence probes. Delgado Pinar, Estefania, Estefania.Delgado@uv.es ; Frias Martinez, Juan Carlos, Juan.Frias@uv.es ; Albelda Gimeno, Maria Teresa, Teresa.Albelda@uv.es ; Alarcon Navarro, Javier, Javier.Alarcon@uv.es ; Garcia-España Monsonis, Enrique, Enrique.Garcia-Es@uv.es

BoehmiteSurface PropertiesUNESCO::QUÍMICARare earthInorganic chemistryNanoparticleAluminum HydroxideCyclams:QUÍMICA [UNESCO]FluorescenceCatalysischemistry.chemical_compoundSynteticCyclenHeterocyclic CompoundsPolymer chemistryMaterials ChemistryNanoparticles ; Syntetic ; Acetate ; Capabilities ; Inorganic-organic ; FluorescenceAluminum OxideInorganic organicInorganic-organicAcetateSurface modifiedUNESCO::QUÍMICA::Química analíticaMetals and AlloysGeneral ChemistryCapabilitiesFluorescenceSurfaces Coatings and FilmsElectronic Optical and Magnetic Materialschemistry:QUÍMICA::Química analítica [UNESCO]Ceramics and CompositesNanoparticlesMetals Rare EarthHybrid materialChemical communications (Cambridge, England)
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Recensione di GALLIANI C., SCHERINI R. & PIGLIA A., 2017. Dragonflies and damselflies of Europe. A scientific approach to the identification of Europ…

2018

Book reviews GALLIANI C. SCHERINI R. &ampPIGLIA A. Dragonflies and damselflies of Europe
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Recensione di GAUCI C., 2018. Dragonflies and damselflies of the Maltese islands. Birdlife Malta, Malta: 1-150. € 20

2018

Book reviews GAUCI C. Dragonflies and damselflies of the Maltese islands
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A Simple Apparatus for the Determination of the Optical Constants and the Thickness of Absorbing Thin Films

2001

We report on a simple and inexpensive apparatus useful for measuring the optical constants n, k and the thickness of weakly absorbing thin films. The measurement is based on an accurate determination of the reflectance and transmittance of a specimen illuminated by a laser beam. The laser beam is incident on a transparent substrate coated with the film to be evaluated, with an angle of incidence equal to the Brewster angle for the substrate, and its polarization can be switched between the p and s states. If the thickness is known to be within a presumptive range, measurements of the p and s reflectance and transmittance allow a calculation of the optical constants n, k and the thickness of…

Brewster's angleMaterials sciencebusiness.industryPhysics::OpticsPolarization (waves)Layer thicknessReflectivityAtomic and Molecular Physics and OpticsElectronic Optical and Magnetic Materialssymbols.namesakeOpticssymbolsTransmittanceElectrical and Electronic EngineeringPhysical and Theoretical ChemistryThin filmbusinessOptical constants measurements Absorbing thin films Reflection and transmission coefficients ITO filmsLaser beams
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The missed Constitutional Reform and its possible impact on the sustainability of the Italian National Health Service.

2017

THE MISSED CONSTITUTIONAL REFORM AND ITS POSSIBLE IMPACT ON THE SUSTAINABILITY OF THE ITALIAN NATIONAL HEALTH SERVICE The rejection of the Constitutional Law Bill No.1429-D in the December 2016 referendum, has stimulated a cause for reflection on current health legislation and the future prospects of the Italian National Health Service; also in the context of the recent approval of the new Essential Levels of care (LEA) and other relevant laws approved by the Parliament. This article analyzes possible future legislative and organizational scenarios with particular regard to issues related to National health system’s sustainability. (www.actabiomedica.it)

Briefing onItalyNational Health ProgramsHealth Care ReformHumansActa bio-medica : Atenei Parmensis
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