The polarization dependence of cladding mode coupling in fiber Bragg grating (FBG) plays a significant role in the excitation of surface plasmon resonances (SPR) for sensing applications.In this work, we numerically analyze the polarization dependent cladding mode coupling enabled by localized fiber Bragg gratings (LFBGs), focusing on the propertie
Surface Modification of 3D Printed Microfluidic Devices for Controlled Wetting in Two-Phase Flow
Microfluidic devices (MFDs) printed in 3-D geometry using digital light projection to polymerize monomers often have surfaces that are not as hydrophobic as MFDs made from polydimethylsiloxane.Droplet microfluidics in these types of devices are subject to droplet adhesion Pully Bore and aqueous spreading on less hydrophobic MFD surfaces.We have dev
First data on the consumed prey by Speleomantes italicus from the Republic of San Marino
We here present the first study on the consumed prey by an epigean population of the Italian cave salamander (Speleomantes italicus) from the Republic of San Marino.Using the harmless technique of stomach flushing, we aimed to provide the first data on the diet and on the degree of individual specialization that characterizes the studied population
Pregnancy in times of Pandemic: A look at Mental Health before and during the pandemic
Introduction: Pregnancy is a time of physiological, psychological, personal and social changes for women.The role of the emotional and psychological aspect encompasses the entire period because as fetal development advances, the mother-baby relationship strengthens, making the mother vulnerable.Objectives: To collect, describe and analyze relevant