scholarly journals On the Dressed Photon Constant and Its Implication for a Novel Perspective on Cosmology

Symmetry ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 593
Author(s):  
Hirofumi Sakuma ◽  
Izumi Ojima
Keyword(s):  
Dark Energy ◽  
Light Field ◽  
Geometric Mean ◽  
Conformal Symmetry ◽  
De Sitter ◽  
Cyclic Processes ◽  
New Perspective ◽  
Heisenberg Cut ◽  
Structure Of Matter

As an important follow-up report on the latest study of the first author (H.S.) on an off-shell quantum field causing a dressed photon and dark energy, we further discuss a couple of intriguing subjects based on the new notion of simultaneous conformal symmetry breaking. One is the dressed photon constant. If we use it, in addition to h¯ and c, as the third component of natural units, it is defined as the geometric mean of the smallest and the largest lengths: Planck length and that relating to the cosmological constant. Interestingly, this length (≈50 nanometers) seems to give a rough measure of the Heisenberg cut for electromagnetic phenomena. The other is a new perspective on cosmology that combines two original notions, i.e., twin universes and conformal cyclic cosmology, proposed, respectively, by Petit and Penrose, into one novel picture where universes expand self-similarly. We show the possibility that twin universes having a dual structure of (matter with (dark energy and matter)) vs. corresponding anti-entities, separated by an event horizon embedded in the geometric structure of de Sitter space, undergo endless cyclic processes of birth and death, as in the case of the pair creation and annihilation of elementary particles through the intervention of a conformal light field.

scholarly journals Dressed Photon Constant as a Key Parameter for the Conformal Cyclic Cosmology of Twin Universes

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hirofumi Sakuma ◽  
Izumi Ojima
Keyword(s):  
Dark Energy ◽  
Geometric Mean ◽  
De Sitter ◽  
Cyclic Processes ◽  
Conformal Cyclic Cosmology ◽  
New Perspective ◽  
Heisenberg Cut ◽  
Structure Of Matter ◽  
Key Parameter

As an important follow-up report on the latest study of the first author (H.S.) on an off-shell quantum field causing a dressed photon and dark energy, we further discuss a couple of intriguing subjects based on our new theory. One is the dressed photon constant. If we use it, in addition to h¯ and c, as the third component of natural units, then it is defined as the geometric mean of the smallest and the largest lengths: Planck length and that relating to the cosmological constant. Interestingly, this length (≈ 50 nanometers) seems to give a rough measure of the Heisenberg cut for electromagnetic phenomena. The other is a new perspective on cosmology that combines two original notions, i.e., twin universes and conformal cyclic cosmology, proposed respectively by Petit and Penrose, into one novel picture where universes expand self-similarly. We show the possibility that twin universes having a dual structure of [matter with (dark energy & matter)] vs. corresponding anti-entities, separated by an event horizon embedded in the geometric structure of de Sitter space, undergo endless cyclic processes of birth and death, as in the case of the pair creation and annihilation of elementary particles through the intervention of a conformal light field.

scholarly journals E-Health & Innovation to Overcome Barriers in Neuromuscular Diseases. Report from the 1st eNMD Congress: Nice, France, March 22-23, 2019

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-12
Author(s):  
Jonathan Pini ◽  
Gabriele Siciliano ◽  
Pauline Lahaut ◽  
Serge Braun ◽  
Sandrine Segovia-Kueny ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Data Privacy ◽  
Neuromuscular Diseases ◽  
Disease Assessment ◽  
Private Companies ◽  
Social Burden ◽  
Database Construction ◽  
Significant Step ◽  
New Perspective ◽  
Expert Community

By definition, neuromuscular diseases are rare and fluctuating in terms of symptoms; patients are often lately diagnosed, do not have enough information to understand their condition and be proactive in their management. Usually, insufficient resources or services are available, leading to patients’ social burden. From a medical perspective, the rarity of such diseases leads to the unfamiliarity of the medical staff and caregiver and an absence of consensus in disease assessment, treatment, and management. Innovations have to be developed in response to patients’ and physicians’ unmet needs. It is vital to improve several aspects of patients’ quality of life with a better comprehension of their disease, simplify their management and follow-up, help their caregiver, and reduce the social and economic burden for living with a rare debilitating disease. Database construction regrouping patients’ data and symptoms according to specific country registration on data privacy will be critical in establishing a clear consensus on neuromuscular disease treatment. Clinicians also need technological innovations to help them recognize neuromuscular diseases, find the best therapeutic approach based on medical consensus, and tools to follow patients’ states regularly. Diagnosis also has to be improved by implementing automated systems to analyze a considerable amount of data, representing a significant step forward to accelerate the diagnosis and the patients’ follow up. Further, the development of new tools able to precisely measure specific outcomes reliably is of the matter of importance in clinical trials to assess the efficacy of a newly developed compound. In this context, the creation of an expert community is essential to communicate and share ideas. To this end, 97 clinicians, healthcare professionals, researchers, and representatives of private companies from 9 different countries met to discuss the new perspective and challenges to develop and implement innovative tools in the field of neuromuscular diseases. Keywords:

scholarly journals Incidence of Infection of Enterovirus 71 and Coxsackieviruses A6 and A16 among Household Contacts of Index Cases in Dong Thap Province, Southern Vietnam

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
C. Q. Hoang ◽  
H. D. Nguyen ◽  
N. X. Ho ◽  
T. H. T. Vu ◽  
T. T. M. Pham ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Neutralizing Antibodies ◽  
Geometric Mean ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Enterovirus 71 ◽  
Foot And Mouth Disease ◽  
Household Contacts ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Antibody Titers ◽  
Index Cases

Background. Scarce information exists about immunity to hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) among household contacts of index cases in Vietnam and what that means for reducing ongoing HFMD transmission in the community. Methods. We analyzed neutralizing antibodies (NT) and the incidence of enterovirus (EVs) infection among household contacts of index cases in a province where HFMD remains endemic. Throat swab and 2 mL blood samples from household contacts were collected at enrollment, during and after 2 weeks follow-up. Results. The incidence of EV-A71 infection among household contacts was 40/84 (47.6%, 95% Cl: 36.9-58.3%), compared with 106/336 (31.5%, 95% Cl: 26.6-36.5%) for CV-A6 and 36/107 (33.6%, 95% Cl: 24.7-42.6%) for CV-A16. The incidence of CV-A6 infection was fairly constant across ages; in contrast, CV-A71 and CV-A16 had some variation across ages. At baseline, higher geometric mean titer (GMT) of EV-A71, CV-A6, and CV-A16 antibody titers was found for 25-34-year groups (range 216.3 to 305.0) compared to the other age groups. There was a statistically significant difference in GMT values of CV-A6 and CV-A16 between those who had an infection or did not have infection among households with an index case of these serotypes. Conclusions. Our results indicated that adults were becoming infected with HFMD and could be contributing to the transmission. There is, therefore, a need for considering the household setting as an additional target for intervention programs for HFMD.

Dynamical system approach for the modified Brans–Dicke theory

2019 ◽  
Vol 28 (10) ◽  
pp. 1950132 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jianbo Lu ◽  
Xin Zhao ◽  
Shining Yang ◽  
Jiachun Li ◽  
Molin Liu
Keyword(s):  
Dynamical System ◽  
Dark Energy ◽  
Critical Point ◽  
System Approach ◽  
State Parameter ◽  
Kinetic Term ◽  
De Sitter ◽  
Dynamical System Approach ◽  
De Sitter Universe ◽  
Manifold Theory

A modified Brans–Dicke theory (abbreviated as GBD) is proposed by generalizing the Ricci scalar [Formula: see text] to an arbitrary function [Formula: see text] in the original BD action. It can be found that the GBD theory has some interesting properties, such as solving the problem of PPN value without introducing the so-called chameleon mechanism (comparing with the [Formula: see text] modified gravity), making the state parameter to crossover the phantom boundary: [Formula: see text] without introducing the negative kinetic term (comparing with the quintom model). In the GBD theory, the gravitational field equation and the cosmological evolutional equations have been derived. In the framework of cosmology, we apply the dynamical system approach to investigate the stability of the GBD model. A five-variable cosmological dynamical system and three critical points ([Formula: see text], [Formula: see text], [Formula: see text]) are obtained in the GBD model. After calculation, it is shown that the critical point [Formula: see text] corresponds to the radiation dominated universe and it is unstable. The critical point [Formula: see text] is unstable, which corresponds to the geometrical dark energy dominated universe. While for case of [Formula: see text], according to the center manifold theory, this critical point is stable, and it corresponds to geometrical dark energy dominated de Sitter universe ([Formula: see text]).

scholarly journals Improving the AOAC Use-Dilution Method by Establishing a Minimum Log Density Value for Test Microbes on Inoculated Carriers

2009 ◽  
Vol 92 (5) ◽  
pp. 1531-1540
Author(s):  
Stephen F Tomasino ◽  
Rebecca M Pines ◽  
Martin A Hamilton
Keyword(s):  
Count Data ◽  
Geometric Mean ◽  
Organic Soil ◽  
Dilution Method ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Label Claim ◽  
Good Repeatability ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Test Microbe

Abstract The AOAC Use-Dilution methods, 955.14 (Salmonella enterica), 955.15 (Staphylococcus aureus), and 964.02 (Pseudomonas aeruginosa), are used to measure the efficacy of disinfectants on hard inanimate surfaces. The methods do not provide procedures to assess log density of the test microbe on inoculated penicylinders (carrier counts). Without a method to measure and monitor carrier counts, the associated efficacy data may not be reliable and repeatable. This report provides a standardized procedure to address this method deficiency. Based on carrier count data collected by four laboratories over an 8 year period, a minimum log density value is proposed to qualify the test results. Carrier count data were collected concurrently with 242 Use-Dilution tests. The tests were conducted on products bearing claims against P. aeruginosa and S. aureus with and without an organic soil load (OSL) added to the inoculum (as specified on the product label claim). Six carriers were assayed per test for a total of 1452 carriers. All 242 mean log densities were at least 6.0 (geometric mean of 1.0 106 CFU/carrier). The mean log densities did not exceed 7.5 (geometric mean of 3.2 107 CFU/carrier). For all microbes and OSL treatments, the mean log density (SEM) was 6.7 (0.07) per carrier (a geometric mean of 5.39 106 CFU/carrier). The mean log density for six carriers per test showed good repeatability (0.29) and reproducibility (0.32). A minimum mean log density of 6.0 is proposed as a validity requirement for S. aureus and P. aeruginosa. The minimum level provides for the potential inherent variability that may be experienced by a wide range of laboratories and the slight effect due to the addition of an OSL. A follow-up report is planned to present data to support the carrier count procedure and carrier counts for S. enterica.

scholarly journals Holographic dark energy model in unimodular f(T) gravity

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (01) ◽  
pp. 1950003
Author(s):  
A. E. Godonou ◽  
M. J. S. Houndjo ◽  
J. Tossa
Keyword(s):  
Dark Energy ◽  
Holographic Dark Energy ◽  
Teleparallel Gravity ◽  
De Sitter ◽  
Holographic Dark Energy Model ◽  
Reconstruction Procedure ◽  
Perfect Agreement ◽  
Text Data ◽  
Viable Model ◽  
Reconstructed Model

This work deals with holographic dark energy in the context of unimodular [Formula: see text] gravity, which is a modification of teleparallel gravity. We develop the general reconstruction procedure of the [Formula: see text] form that can yield the holographic feature of the dark energy. We fit the reconstructed model with the [Formula: see text] data and our results show a perfect agreement with the WMAP9 cosmological observational data, at least for the range [Formula: see text]. We investigate the consistency of the reconstructed model by studying its stability against linear gravitational and matter perturbations, fixing [Formula: see text] to [Formula: see text]. The model presents stability for both de Sitter and power-law solutions and we conclude that it is a good candidate as alternative viable model for characterizing holographic dark energy.

scholarly journals MODIFIED GRAVITATIONAL THEORIES AND COSMIC ACCELERATION

2004 ◽  
Vol 19 (31) ◽  
pp. 5343-5350 ◽  
Author(s):  
DAMIEN A. EASSON
Keyword(s):  
Dark Energy ◽  
Cosmic Acceleration ◽  
Late Time ◽  
De Sitter ◽  
Gravitational Theories ◽  
Hilbert Action

Modified gravitational theories can provide alternatives to dark energy as an explaination for the observed late-time cosmic acceleration. Several examples of low-curvature corrections to the Einstein-Hilbert action are studied. These models generically contain unstable de Sitter solutions and, depending on the parameters of the theory, can exhibit late time accelerating attractor solutions.

Easing of Suffering in Children With Cancer at the End of Life: Is Care Changing?

2008 ◽  
Vol 26 (10) ◽  
pp. 1717-1723 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joanne Wolfe ◽  
Jim F. Hammel ◽  
Kelly E. Edwards ◽  
Janet Duncan ◽  
Michael Comeau ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Palliative Care ◽  
End Of Life ◽  
Care Service ◽  
Geometric Mean ◽  
Symptom Control ◽  
Palliative Care Service ◽  
Do Not Resuscitate ◽  
Children With Cancer ◽  
Adjusted Risk

Purpose In the past decade studies have documented substantial suffering among children dying of cancer, prompting national attention on the quality of end-of-life care and the development of a palliative care service in our institutions. We sought to determine whether national and local efforts have led to changes in patterns of care, advanced care planning, and symptom control among children with cancer at the end of life. Methods Retrospective cohort study from a US tertiary level pediatric institution. Parent survey and chart review data from 119 children who died between 1997 and 2004 (follow-up cohort) were compared with 102 children who died between 1990 and 1997 (baseline cohort). Results In the follow-up cohort, hospice discussions occurred more often (76% v 54%; adjusted risk difference [RD], 22%; P < .001) and earlier (adjusted geometric mean 52 days v 28 days before death; P = .002) compared with the baseline cohort. Do-not-resuscitate orders were also documented earlier (18 v 12 days; P = .031). Deaths in the intensive care unit or other hospitals decreased significantly (RD, 16%; P = .024). Parents reported less child suffering from pain (RD, 19%; P = .018) and dyspnea (RD, 21%; P = .020). A larger proportion of parents felt more prepared during the child's last month of life (RD, 29%; P < .001) and at the time of death (RD, 24%; P = .002). Conclusion Children dying of cancer are currently receiving care that is more consistent with optimal palliative care and according to parents, are experiencing less suffering. With ongoing growth of the field of hospice and palliative medicine, further advancements are likely.

scholarly journals de Sitter duality and logarithmic decay of dark energy

2020 ◽  
Vol 101 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hiroyuki Kitamoto ◽  
Yoshihisa Kitazawa ◽  
Takahiko Matsubara
Keyword(s):  
Dark Energy ◽  
De Sitter ◽  
Logarithmic Decay
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