Publications by authors named "J S de Smet"

Magnetotransport of conventional semiconductor based double layer systems with barrier suppressed interlayer tunneling has been a rewarding subject due to the emergence of an interlayer coherent state that behaves as an excitonic superfluid. Large angle twisted bilayer graphene offers unprecedented strong interlayer Coulomb interaction, since both layer thickness and layer spacing are of atomic scale and a barrier is no more needed as the twist induced momentum mismatch suppresses tunneling. The extra valley degree of freedom also adds richness.

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Black soldier fly larvae (BSFL, Hermetia illucens) contain high amounts of proteins and essential amino acids and are therefore an appropriate feed source. However, they lack essential fatty acids (FAs), specifically ω-3 and ω-6, making them a less desirable feed choice for aquaculture. The aim of this study was to increase the ω-3 and ω-6 FA concentrations in BSFL by manipulating the FA composition in their rearing substrate.

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Bacteria employ a myriad of regulatory mechanisms to adapt to the continuously changing environments that they face. They can, for example, use post-translational modifications, such as Nε-lysine acetylation, to alter enzyme activity. Although a lot of progress has been made, the extent and role of lysine acetylation in many bacterial strains remains uncharted.

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  • Chronic beryllium disease (CBD) is an interstitial lung condition caused by inhaling beryllium particles, and it can often be confused with sarcoidosis but has distinct characteristics and complications.
  • A case involving a 60-year-old man revealed multi-organ involvement, with his kidney issues stemming from CBD rather than typical pulmonary symptoms, which were relatively mild.
  • The report emphasizes the need for healthcare providers to consider CBD as a potential diagnosis in patients exhibiting granulomatous diseases, especially when they present with related respiratory issues, despite the absence of classical lung symptoms.
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Spin-active optical emitters in silicon carbide are excellent candidates toward the development of scalable quantum technologies. However, efficient photon collection is challenged by undirected emission patterns from optical dipoles, as well as low total internal reflection angles due to the high refractive index of silicon carbide. Based on recent advances with emitters in silicon carbide waveguides, we now demonstrate a comprehensive study of nanophotonic waveguide-to-fiber interfaces in silicon carbide.

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