Publications by authors named "E E Pelletier"
In this Letter, over-correction of spherical aberration is used to counteract nonlinear effects such as Kerr self-focusing and plasma effects, resulting in more spherical and small-sized femtosecond laser-inscribed voxels within nonlinear materials. By strategically redirecting marginal focusing rays toward the beginning of the laser modification zone, the induced plasma prevents any rays from causing a structural modification beyond this zone, irrespective of any focus elongation caused by nonlinear effects. The method has been effectively validated across a range of materials, including ZnS, ZnSe, BIG, GeS, and SiO.
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- Octylisothiazolinone (OIT) is a biocide used in leather products, raising concerns about allergic reactions, particularly in headphones.
- A study reported cases of allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) in patients linked to headphones containing OIT, confirming its strong allergic potential through patch testing and chemical analysis.
- The findings suggest that OIT is a significant sensitizer and highlight the need for safer use guidelines and improved product labeling in the leather industry to protect consumers.
Metabolic exchange is one of the foundations of symbiotic associations between organisms and is a driving force in evolution. In the ocean, photosymbiosis between heterotrophic hosts and microalgae is powered by photosynthesis and relies on the transfer of organic carbon to the host (e.g.
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- Brown seaweeds are vital to coastal ecosystems, but they are threatened by climate change, prompting a detailed genetic study.
- The research traced the evolutionary history of brown algae, highlighting significant gene families and metabolic pathways related to their adaptation and functional diversity.
- Findings also indicated that the integration of large viral genomes has played a crucial role in shaping the genetics and traits of brown algal species over time.