Conformational flexibility of longifolene

The flexibility of the bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-based tricyclic bridged system in longifolene is analysed based on x-ray structural data. In this context, the molecular structure of three differently substituted longifolenes has been analysed. The highly substituentdependent conformation provides scope for the synthesis of a variety of commercially oriented products. NCL Communication Number 3459     

The method of successive updated iterated defect correction and its application to second kind volterra integral equations

We present a new method for the numerical solution of Volterra integral equations of the second kind. This method is based on the technique of Iterated Defect Correction. Numerical examples are given to demonstrate the power of our method.Based on his research at Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, India.     

Ligand effect in epoxidatidns by hydroperoxides using molybdenum catalyst: epox idation of 3-carene

Epoxidation of (+)-3-carene with pinane hydroperoxide in presence of various transition metal catalysts, has been evaluated as a preparative method for (+)-3α,4α-epoxycarane. Catalysts based on Mo(VI) were found to be most suitable. A distinct ligand effect was noted for this oxidation and a plausible rationale is put forward.     

Barriers and dispersal surfaces in minimum-time interception

Dispersal points and points on the barrier are located for a class of pursuit-evasion and interception problems. These points are determined by constructing cross sections of the isochrones, and hence by obtaining the barrier, dispersal, and control-level surfaces. The method is illustrated through examples from minimum-time interception of a target moving in a straight line in a horizontal plane.The authors are indebted to F. Neuman, M. Sidar, J. Shinar, H. Erzberger, and G. Leitmann for their comments. The first author wishes to acknowledge the financial support of the National Research Council.     

On the direct determination of constrained pure state one-electron density matrices: II. A modified algorithm and its applications

An algorithm recently proposed by us for the direct determination of pure state one-electron density matrices (P) under externally imposed constraints has been remodelled. The modified algorithm is applied to the construction of ground state potential energy curve of lithium hydride molecule usingknown values of dipole moments of LiH at various internuclear distances as theexternal constraint. The equilibrium internuclear distances (R _c) is seen to be unaffected by the constraint, but the force constant improves remarkably. The relevant features of the constrained density vis-a-vis those of the unconstrained one are analyzed revealing some of the improved features of the constrained density.     

Genetic contribution to high neonatally lethal malformation rate in the United Arab Emirates

OBJECTIVES: We examined the contribution of genetic disorders to congenital anomalies (CA) causing neonatal deaths in the Al Ain Medical District (AMD) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) because of the high consanguineous marriage rate in the community. METHODS: Charts of all neonatal deaths in the three perinatal units, which accounted for 99% of all births in AMD (1992-2000), were studied. Data regarding pregnancy, a family history including the level of parental consanguinity, the results of genetic evaluations and neonatal outcomes were recorded as part of an ongoing malformation surveillance system. Causes of death were based on clinical, laboratory and imaging findings. RESULTS: Of the 508 neonates who died, 212 (42%) had CA, which were the leading cause of death. Forty-four percent of the CA were due to definite genetic disorders and 75% of these were single gene defects. Multisystem malformations were the commonest congenital malformations. Parental consanguinity was associated with a 2-fold increased risk of non-chromosomal multisystem malformations. CONCLUSIONS: Lethal malformations were the leading cause of neonatal deaths, and parental consanguinity was associated with an increased risk of autosomal recessive disorders. The results underscore the importance of genetic screening and counseling in strategies for further significant reductions in the neonatal mortality rate in the UAE.     

Large matter effects in numu-->nutau oscillations

We show that matter effects change the numu-->nutau oscillation probability by as much as 70% for certain ranges of energies and path lengths. Consequently, the numu-->nutau survival probability also undergoes large changes. A proper understanding of numu survival rates must consider matter effects in Pmutau as well as Pmue. We comment on (a) how these matter effects may be observed and the sign of Delta31 determined in atmospheric neutrino measurements and at neutrino factories, and (b) how they lead to heightened sensitivity for small theta13.