We completely answer the question which positive solutions of the Emden-Fowler equation , n > ½, m > ? 1, m+n > 0 induce models of polytropic gas spheres of finite radius or finite mass. We continue and complete the investigation of the radius continuity of these models initiated by van den Broek and Verhulst8 in connection with a numerical analysis by Hénon7. 相似文献
Nitroacetamidine undergoes a useful cyclocondensation with β-diketones to produce substituted 2-amino-3-nitropyridines. Use of an acylpyruvate generates hitherto unreported 2-amino-3-nitropyridine-4-carboxylates. These may be converted easily to functionalized imidazo[4,5-b]pyridines and oxazolo-[5,4-b]pyridines. 相似文献
We report here a multistep route for the immobilization of DNA and proteins on chemically modified gold substrates using fourth-generation NH(2)-terminated poly(amidoamine) dendrimers supported by an underlying amino undecanethiol (AUT) self-assembled monolayer (SAM). Bioactive ultrathin organic films were prepared via layer-by-layer self-assembly methods and characterized by fluorescence microscopy, variable angle spectroscopic ellipsometry, atomic force microscopy (AFM), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), and attenuated total internal reflection Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (ATR-FTIR). The thickness of the AUT SAM base layer on the gold substrates was determined to be 1.3 nm from ellipsometry. Fluorescence microscopy and AFM measurements, in combination with analyses of the XPS/ATR-FTIR spectra, confirmed the presence of the dendrimer/biopolymer molecules on the multilayer sensor surfaces. Model proteins, including streptavidin and rabbit immunoglobulin proteins, were covalently attached to the dendrimer layer using linear cross-linking reagents. Through surface plasmon resonance measurements, we found that sensor surfaces containing a dendrimer layer displayed an increased protein immobilization capacity, compared to AUT SAM sensor surfaces without dendrimer molecules. Other SPR studies also revealed that the dendrimer-based surfaces are useful for the sensitive and specific detection of DNA-DNA interactions. Significantly, the multicomponent films displayed a high level of stability during repeated regeneration and hybridization cycles, and the kinetics of the DNA-DNA hybridization process did not appear to be influenced by surface mass transport limiting effects. 相似文献
Nanotechnology will be an increasing part of the everyday lives of most people in the world. There is a general recognition
that few people understand the implications of the technology, the technology itself or even the definition of the word. This
lack of understanding stems from a lack of knowledge about science in general but more specifically difficulty in grasping
the size scale and symbolism of nanotechnology. A potential key to informing the general public is establishing the ability
to comprehend the scale of nanotechnology. Transitioning from the macro to the nanoscale seems to require an ability to comprehend
scales of one-billion. Scaling is a skill not common in most individuals and tests of their ability to extrapolate size based
upon scaling a common object demonstrates that most individuals cannot scale to the extent needed to make the transition to
nanoscale. Symbolism is another important vehicle to providing the general public with a basis to understand the concepts
of nanotechnology. With increasing age, individuals are able to draw representations of atomic scale objects, but these tend
to be iconic and the different representations not easily translated. Ball and stick models are most recognized by the public,
which provides an opportunity to present not only useful symbolism but also a reference point for the atomic scale. 相似文献
High-intensity, "pink" beam from an undulator was used in conjunction with microfabricated rapid-fluid mixing devices to monitor the early events in protein folding with time resolved small angle x-ray scattering. This Letter describes recent work on the protein bovine beta-lactoglobulin where collapse from an expanded to a compact set of states was directly observed on the millisecond time scale. The role of chain collapse, one of the initial stages of protein folding, is not currently understood. The characterization of transient, compact states is vital in assessing the validity of theories and models of the folding process. 相似文献
S‐Layer proteins are an example of bionanostructures that can be exploited in nanofabrication. In addition to their ordered structure, the ability to self‐assembly is a key feature that makes them a promising technological tool. Here, in vitro self‐assembly kinetics of SpbA was investigated, and found that it occurs at a rate that is dependent on temperature, its concentration, and the concentration of calcium ions and sodium chloride. The activation enthalpy (120.81 kJ · mol?1) and entropy (129.34 J · mol?1 · K?1) obtained infers that the incorporation of monomers incurs in a net loss of hydrophobic surface. By understanding how the protein monomers drive the self‐assembly at different conditions, the rational optimization of this process was feasible.
Public engagement in nanotechnology media products can lead to a greater interest in understanding of nanotechnology. A study
was undertaken to determine middle school student engagement in Nanooze, a magazine featuring nanotechnology research that has been developed for a young adult audience. Teachers at 116 Detroit
middle schools distributed two issues of the magazine to their students, and surveys were collected from 870 students after
reading the magazines. Results suggest that the majority of students liked reading the magazine and learned something about
nanotechnology. Engagement in nanotechnology led to understanding of nanotechnology. The Nanooze magazine was an effective medium for engaging middle school students in learning about nanotechnology. 相似文献