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Undergraduate Posters
Marielle Gaspar, University of Texas at San Antonio
"Machine Learning Model to Predict Failure Modes of TRISO Particles under High-Temperature Gas-Cooled Reactor Accident Conditions"
Ethan McGee, Texas Tech University
"Simultaneous Photometry: Vetting Exoplanets via the Transit Method"
Graduate Posters
Ram Neupane, University of Houston
"Enhanced Visible Light Activity in Titania Nanotube Based Heterojunction Photocatalysts for Solar Fuel Generation"
Hawra Alghasham, Texas Tech University
"Scanning Diffracted-Light images"
Undergraduate Talks
Deboar Mroczek, University of Houston
"Data Compression and Machine Learning for Quantum States"
Harsh Arya, University of Texas at Arlington
"A new design of an electrostatic quadrupole quadruplet focusing lens system for low MeV multi-ion micro-beam"
Boting Wang, Southern Methodist University
"Visualizing the sensitivity of hadronic experiments to nucleon structure"
Jiao An, University of Texas at Arlington
"First-principle Study of the TiO2 Single-walled Nanotubes for Photocatalysis"
Graduate Talks
Melia Bonomo, Rice University
"The pepitope Model Quantifies a Novel Antigenic Distance to Predict Influenza Vaccine Effectiveness"
Timothy Burt, University of Houston
"Size and topology modulate the effects of frustration in protein folding"
Ziping Ye, University of Houston
"Detect Supernova Neutrinos with DarkSide-20k Liquid Argon Time Projection Chamber
James Liman, Rice University
"The role of actin filament brancher Arp2/3 in the dynamics and structures of actomyosin networks"
Undergraduate Posters
Sonam Lhamo, University of Texas at El Paso
Conductivity of CsH2PO4 and SiO2 composites under ambient and humid conditions over time
Kassie Marble, Tarleton State University
Testing the suitability of a newly engineered smart substrate (VYO4: Er+3, Yb+3, @Nd+3 nanoparticles) for future remote temperature sensing experiments
Carlos Cuellar, University of Texas at El Paso
Nanoscale Complexity in Room Temperature Ionic Liquid Mixtures: New Properties for Advanced Applications
Undergraduate Talks
John Jones, University of Dallas
Kepler K2 Observations and Modelling of Algol-type binary KIC201325017
Monica Lou, University of Texas at Dallas
Tracking Reactive Oxygen Species Activated Drug Activity on DNA Chips
Brian Collier, Texas State University
Magneto-Optical Faraday Effect in NiO and NiFeO Thin Films
Emily Churchman, Texas Lutheran University
Characterization of ParTI Phoswiches Using Charged Pion Beams
Akshat Tripathi, University of Texas at Arlington
Fast Data Readout with Microcontrollers For High Energy Physics
Graduate Posters
Elizabeth Sizemore, Texas Christian University
Exploring the Use of Graphene Oxide as Imaging/Sensing/Delivery Platform
Hope Murphy, Texas Christian University
Characterizing the efficacy of anticancer drug treatment using mathematical models
Juan Servin, University of Texas at Dallas
Corrections imposed by the Schwarzschild spacetime on the parameter space and bound debris of tidal disruption events
Graduate Talks
Matthew Proctor, University of Texas at Dallas
Modeling the Effects of Equatorial Ionospheric Disturbances on High Frequency Transmissions Through Ray Tracing
Milinda Pattanayak, Texas Tech University
Electrical switching, loop hysteresis and charge oscillation in VO2 micro-channel devices
Daniel Nagasawa, Texas A&M University
Chemical Abundance Measurements of Ultra-Faint Dwarf Galaxies Discovered by the Dark Energy Survey
Michael Hartos, Texas A&M University – Commerce
Impact of 7Be(alpha, gamma) reaction on Big Bang Nucleosynthesis
Matthew Stein, Southern Methodist University
A Preliminary Study of Frenkel Defects from SuperCDMS Soudan
Undergraduate Posters
Tyler Dodge, Colorado State University
Towards using Resonant Ultrasound Spectroscopy to investigate Spin-Lattice Couplings in Magnetic Materials
Evan Wyatt, Austin College
Synthesis and Characterization of Gold Thin Films
JC Canright, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
Luminosity Curve Calculations and Applications in Radiation Hydrodynamics Codes
Undergraduate Talks
Joseph Hall, Brigham Young University
Beam target chamber for studying screening potentials in fusion
Ryder Fox, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
Behind the Rapid Intensification of Hurricane Patricia, the strongest Recorded Hurricane in History
Tyler Bahr, Brigham Young University
Parameter Reduction of the Hodgkin-Huxley model of Action Potential Propagation
Kerrie Dochen, University of Colorado at Boulder
Diamond Muon Monitors for DUNE
Thomas Horning & Jamie Principato, Community College of Aurora &
Arapahoe Community College
Prototyping of a Durable and Inexpensive RICH Detector
Y.W. Pershad, Arizona State University
HemaDrop: A Technology to Determine Accurate Blood Composition via Homogeneous Thin Solid Films from Microliter Drops of Blood
Tyler Averett, Brigham Young University
Algebraic search for cooperative tilt patterns in networks of interconnected polyhedra
Alexander Souvall, Utah State University
Space Environment Effects of Ionizing Radiation on Seed Germination and Growth
Graduate Posters
Jose Martinez, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
Automatic Studies of Continuing Current in Lightning Flashes
Syeed Ahmed, University of Texas at El Paso
Imaging the Drosophilia Brain with Two-Photon Fluorescences
Mahesh Koirala, University of Texas at El Paso
EPR Study of Superparamagnetism in Mn3O4 Nanoparticle Ensembles
Graduate Talks
Chandramouli Nyshadham, Brigham Young University
Discovering Materials using Machine Learning
Joshua Sadar, Arizona State University
Bottom-up preparation of nanopore array with self-aligned nanogap electrodes for single biomolecule characterization
Jonathan Gilbert, Colorado State University
Novel Cooling of Ultracold Atoms using Spatially Selective Optical Pumping
Christopher Hilgenberg, Colorado State University
Cosmic Ray Tagger for the Short-Baseline Neutrino Program
Carlos Diaz, University of Texas at El Paso
Density Functional Study on a Light-harvesting Carotenoid-porphryn-C60 Molecular Triad in Explicit Solvent
You Zhou, University of Arizona
Search for Pair production in trilepton of vector-like quarks that decay to a Z boson and a third-generation quark in trilepton final states in pp collisions with the ATLAS detector
Undergraduate Students
Elizabeth Carlisle, Abilene Christian University
[J4.00005] Image stacking through a geometrical phase retrieval algorithm for JWST (Oral)
Elizabeth Carlisle, Scott Acton
Ruy Ibanez, University of Texas at Austin
[E4.00001] Observation of the Stratorotational Instability in Flow between Rotating Concentric Cylinders (Oral)
Ruy Ibanez, Bruce Rodenborn, Harry Swinney
Randy White, Texas A&M University
[H4.00001] Sensitivity to New Physics with the gDelayed + MET Final State (Oral)
Randy White
Graduate Students
Aditya Konduri, Texas A&M University
[B3.00005] Asynchrony-tolerant finite difference method for partial differential equations at extreme scales (Oral)
Aditya Konduri, Diego Donzis
Cedric Mayfield, University of Texas at Arlington
[H5.00011] Determining the Stability Zone for Single Phase Synthesis of Fe doped Bismuth Titanate Water-Splitting Photocatalysts (Oral)
Cedric Mayfield, Muhammad Huda
Brett Salmon, Texas A&M University
[E4.00009] The Star-Formation Rate and Stellar Mass Relation of Distant Galaxies (Oral)
Brett Salmon
Undergraduate Students
Leonardo A. Bello Puentes, Department of Physics and Astronomy, Texas A&M University
[C2.00008] Automation of alumina nanopore fabrication by anodization (Oral)
Leonardo A. Bello Puentes, Igor V. Roshschin, Pavel Lapa
Vicente Estrada-Carpenter, Southwestern University
[D1.00009] Examining XMM Observations in the Galactic Bulge Survey Region (Poster)
Vicente Estrada-Carpenter
Graduate Students
Harisankar Namasivayam, University of Texas at Dallas
[B5.00009] Search for a new dark matter boson in the ATLAS detector (Oral)
Harisankar Namasivayam
Kunal Tiwari, Department of Physics, University of Texas at Arlington
[D1.00035] Role of apparent spatial periodicity of metal film and ac electric field on the surface plasmon resonance and interference effects in nematic liquid-crystals (Poster)
Kunal Tiwari, Blake Barnett, Suresh Sharma
Undergraduate Students
Blake McCracken, Angelo State University
[B9-7] Characterization of Energetic Properties of Porous Silicon.
Blake McCracken
Hayden Morgan, Texas Christian University
[L4-10] Positron Annihilation Spectroscopy of Barnett Shale Core Samples.
Hayden Morgan, Milton Enderlin, C.A. Quarles
Jia Lerd Ng, Texas A&M University
[B3-5] The effects of bariatric surgeries on type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Jia Lerd Ng, Roberto Ortiz, Tyler Hughes, Michel Abou Ghantous, Othmane Bouhali, Abdelilah Arredouani, Roland Allen
Adam Simpson, Abilene Christian University
[B8-8] Using phonon imaging to measure elastic constants incrystals of low symmetry.
Adam Simpson, Elizabeth Carlisle, Tim Head
David To, Angelo State University
[E9-16] Measurement of the Top Quark Pair Production Cross Section using Muon+jets Data at CDF.
David To, Rachel Bernick, Wesley Ketchum, Young-Kee Kim
Graduate Students
Luis Basurto, University of Texas-El Paso
[E1-4] DFT Studies on Charge Transfer States of a Multi-chromophoric Organic Heptad Antenna.
Luis Basurto
Mehmet Umut Caglar, Texas Tech University
[B3-7] Efficient Stochastic Model Simulation by Using Zassenhaus Formula Approximation and Kronecker Product Analysis.
Mehmet Umut Caglar, Ranadip Pal
Joseph Coleman, University of Texas-Dallas
[E9-24] Resonant Circuit Simulation and Development for LIGOLasers.
Joseph Coleman
Daniel Dominguez, Texas Tech University
[E9-9] Exploring the Quantum Limit for Surface Plasmon Polaritons.
Daniel Dominguez, Luis Grave de Peralta
Mkhitar Hobosyan, University of Texas-Brownsville.
[B9-20] Self-Assembled Nano-energetic Gas Generators based on Bi2O3.
Mkhitar Hobosyan, Tyler Trevino, Karen Martirosyan
Pankaj Kumar, Texas Christian University
[B5.3] Dynamics and stability of one-dimensional plasma with periodic boundary.
Pankaj Kumar, Bruce Miller
Liming Qiu, Texas Tech University
[B9.26] Multiscale Molecular Dynamics Simulations of Beta-Amyloid Interactions with Neurons.
Liming Qiu, Mark Vaughn, Kelvin Cheng
Clement Sofka, Texas A&M University
[B4-4] Low Mass WIMP Search Using High Pressure Xenon Gas.
Clement Sofka
Kunal Tiwari, University of Texas-Arlington
[E5-8] Surface plasmon excitations at well-defined and not-so-well-defined interfaces.
Kunal Tiwari, Ankit Singh, Suresh Sharma
Jung Woo, Texas A&M University
[B1-4] Energy Efficient Tunnel Transistors Using Dielectric-Gated Band Engineered Tunnel Junctions.
Jung Woo, Iman Rezanejad, Rusty Harris
Undergraduate Students
Dawn Lipscomb, UT-San Antonio
[H1-15] Determining favorable Binding Configurations of the Anti-Cancer Drug Ellipticine to the KV11.1 Potassium Channel V-VI Transmembrane Domain Through Autodock Simulations.
Dawn Lipscomb, Saverio Gentile, Lorenzo Brancaleon
Christopher Benson, Texas A&M
[N8-3] Structured Cable for High-current Coils of Tokamaks.
Christopher Benson, Peter McIntyre, Akhdiyor Sattarov, Thomas Mann
Mauricio Flores, UT Brownsville
[F6-2] The Effect of white non-stationary Data on drifting Signal Detection.
Mauricio Flores, Alexander Stroeer, Matthew Benacquista
Graduate Students
Kunal Tiwari, UT Arlington
[H1-36] Evidence for evanescent waves at interfaces in a high-index prism/liquid-crystal-Au-NPs/glass/air structure and effects of relative concentration of fold nanoparticles, wavelength, polarization, and incident angle of the laser beam.
Kunal iwari, Ankit Singh, Suresh Sharma
Andrew Liao, Texas A&M
[N7-4] In Vitro Microtubule and Motor Protein Motion on Glass.
A.L. Liao, A. Sikora, D. Oliveira, K. Kim, M. Umetsu, T. Adschiri, W. Hwang, W. Teizer.
Denis Myasishchev, Texas Tech
[F5-3] Thermal Conductivity and Specific Heat of Ni nanowires.
Denis Myasishechev, Nenad Stojanovic, Tryo Mils, Jordan Berg, Mark Holtz.
Undergraduate Students
Andrea Katz, Trinity University
[SM2.008] Distribution of Carbon and Sulfur in the Crab Nebula
Andrea Katz, Gordon MacAlpine
Anthony Sigillito, University of Dallas
[SM5.009] The Design and Fabrication of Bismuth Hall Effect Biosensors
Anthony Sgillito, Martin Rudolph, Vicki Soghomonian, J.J. Heremans
John Calvin Martinez, TAMU Kingsville
[SM4.006] New Trigger Logic for the STAR Forward Meson Spectrometer
John Calvin Martinez
Christopher Benson, UTSA
[FM4.005] Capacitive Stress Transducers in High-Field Superconducting Magnets
Christopher Benson, Peter McIntyre, Al McInturff, Andrew Jaisle, Trey Holik
Kaleb Gilbert, Angelo State University
[FA1.010] Spectroscopic Ellipsometry of Gadolinium Gallium Oxide thin films
Kaleb Gilbert, Kunal Bhatnagar, Steve Jackson, Ravindranath Droopad, Wilhelmus Geerts, Toni Sauncy
Zachary Hernandez, St Marys University
[FP1.075] Exploration of Traveling Waves in High Field Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Zachary Hernandez
Frank Ceballos, UT Brownsville
[FP1.016] Preliminary Results For the Distribution of Observable Pulsars Within the Galaxy
Frank Ceballos, Matthew Benacquista
Graduate Students
Kathleen Mandt, Southwest Research Institute
[FM2.005] Time-history of the isotopic ratios in Titan's atmosphere
Kathleen Mandt, Hunter Waite, Jared Bell, Brian Magee,
Nan-Hsin Yu, Baylor University
[SM5.006] Surface Reconstruction of TiO2} (001) Studied by STM and LEED
Nan-Hsin Yu, K.T. Park, Z. Liao, G. Li, X. He, J. Teng, J. Zhang, E.W. Plummer
Eddie Holik, TAMU College Station
[FM4.002] Construction of TAMU3: A 14 Tesla Nb3Sn Model Dipole
Eddie Holik, Raymond Blackburn, Nick Diaczenko, Tim Elliott, Andrew Jaisle, Alfred McInturff, Peter McIntyre, Dior Sattarov
Brent Randol, UTSA, SWRI
[FM2.007] Density correlations between solar wind and pick-up ions with New Horizons/SWAP near 11 AU
Brent Randol, David McComas
Amanda Gregory, Texas State University
[SM5.002] Magneto-Plastic Properties of Ion Beam Sputtered Thin Films on Nitinol Sheet Metal
Amanda Gregory, Wilhelmus J. Geerts, Anup Bandyopadhyay
Nathaniel Pogue, TAMU College Station
[FM4.003] Scientific analysis of materials and designs to increase reliability and performance of RF Superconductivity Cavities
Nathaniel Pogue , Peter McIntyre, Akhdiyor Sattarov, Charles Reece
Venkata Kummari, UNT
[FP1.069] Experimental Verification of Moseley's Law and the Measurement of Environmental, Pollution, and Biological Samples using X-Ray Fluorescence analysis
Venkata Kummari, Sahil Naik, Ritish Patnaik, Jerome Duggan, Bibhudutta Rout
Sreerenjini Chandra, UTSA
[FP1.010] Analyses of the Ultraviolet Spectra of Er3+ in Er2O3 and Er3+ in Y2O3
Sreerenjini Chandra, John B. Gruber, Gary W. Burdick, Dhiraj K. Sardar
Undergraduate Students
Ryan Hall, UT Austin
[D1.00019] Characterization of Electronics and Software in QUARTIC Detectors for High-Energy Physics
Ryan Hall
Matthew James, Angelo State University
[G1.00002] Temperature dependence of the internal piezoelectric field in a single InGaAs strained quantum well
Matthew James, Toni Sauncy
T. Jones, UT M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
[B2.00007] Altering Beamline Components to Reduce the Cost of Prostate Cancer Treatment
T. Jones, A. Geibler, R. Zhang, W. D. Newhauser
Andrea Katz, Trinity University
[B4.00003] Investigation of Carbon Abundance in the Crab Nebula
Andrea Katz, Timothy Satterfield, Gordon MacAlpine
Travis Neeley, Sam Houston State University
[C1.00006] Zr Doping Effects on LiFePO_4 Cathode Materials for Lithium-Ion Batteries
Travis Neeley, Jacob Hill, Julio Sanchez-Berlanga, Gan Liang, Hui Fang
Thomas Remmert, Texas State University – San Marcos
[B4.00009] Analyzing broadband electromagnetic pulses to geo-locate lightning
Thomas Remmert
Graduate Students
Robert Bruntz, UT Arlington
[G2.00004] Simulating the viscous interaction under a variety of solar wind conditions, with some comparisons to satellite data
Robert Bruntz, Ramon Lopez, Micah Weberg, John Lyon, Michael Wiltberger
Rajarshi Chakraborty, UT Arlington
[D1.00023] Chemical vapor deposition of nanodiamonds and study of their structural, optical, and electronic properties
Rajarshi Chakraborty, Kyle La Roque, Suresh Sharma
Martin Codrington, Texas A&M University
[G4.00005] Gamma-Jet Measurements in Au+Au Collisions with the Solenoidal Tracker At RHIC (STAR)
Martin Codrington
Wenlong Yang, Texas A&M University
[G3.00005] Optical precursor in Rb Vapor
Wenlong Yang, Alexei Sokolov
Xiang Zheng, Texas A&M University
[C1.00012] NMR Studies of Sn clathrates
Xiang Zheng, Sergio Rodriguez, Joseph H. Ross, Jr.
Undergraduate Students
Kunal Bhatnagar, Angelo State University
[B2.00002] Interfacial Barrier Height by Internal Photoemission for Metal/Oxide/Semiconductor Structure
Kunal Bhatnagar, Nhan Nguyen
Amanda Gregory, Texas State University – San Marcos
[D1.00017] The Effect of Plastic deformation on the Magnetic Properties of thin Iron and Permalloy Films
Amanda Gregory, Kyle Smith, Clayton Moore, Anup Bandyopadhyay, Dan Palmer, Wim Geerts, Martin Sablik
James Matthews, Angelo State University
[C2.00006] Characterization and Design of Two-Axis Bi-Directional Microstages
James Matthews, Tim Dallas, Ganapathy Sivakumar
Allison McMahon, Angelo State University
[H3.00004] Construction of a cost effective optical tweezers for manipulation of birefringent materials using circularly polarized light
Allison McMahon, Toni Sauncy
Henry Schreiner, III, Angelo State University
[J3.00002] Electronic Structure Calculations of NiTi Based Ternary Systems
Henry Schreiner, III, Jung-Hwan Song, Nicholas Hatcher, Arthur J. Freeman
Sarvagya Sharma, Abilene Christian University
[B3] Track Reconstruction for the NIFFTE TPC
Sarvagya Sharma
Alexander White, Abilene Christian University
[E5.00007] Introduction to NIFFTE and its Data Acquisition System
Alexander White
Graduate Students
Paul Bruillard, Texas A&M University
[B3.00005] On the Connection Between Chiral Gravity and String Theory
Paul Bruillard, Melanie Becker
Sean Downes, Texas A&M University
[B3.00002] Chiral Supergravity in Three Dimensions
Sean Downes, Melanie Becker, Ergin Sezgin
Eddie Holik III, Texas A&M University
[J4.00002] A New Design and Model for Plasma Spraying with an Inductively Coupled RF Plasma Torch
Eddie Holik III, Peter McIntyre, Akhdiyor Sattarov
Manuel Ramos, UT El Paso
[J5.00008] Computational modeling on molybdenum sulfide grain boundary interfaces
Manuel Ramos
Sergio Rodriguez, Texas A&M University
[B4.00006] Calculation of NMR lineshapes for Ba-Al-Ge clathrates
Sergio Rodriguez, Weiping Gou, Joseph Ross
Undergraduate Students
Mark Girard, Trinity University
[J3.00008] Using UV Illumination to Mitigate Excess Charge on Optics in Vacuum
Mark Girard, Dennis Ugolini
Daniel Jumper, Abilene Christian University
[E2.00006] Calibrating Scintillator position measurement for testing RPC modules for PHENIX at RHIC
Daniel Jumper
M. E. Kerbacher, Southwestern University
[F6.00004] Positron Emission Tomography: A Basic Analysis
M. E. Kerbacher, J. W. Deaton, L. C. Phinney, L. J. Mitchell, J. L. Duggan
Graduate Students
Sheldon Campbell, Texas A&M University
[J4.00001] Cosmic gamma-ray background anisotropies due to supersymmetric dark matter annihilation
Sheldon Campbell
Michele Campisi, University of North Texas
[B1.00008] Statistical Mechanical Proof of the Second Law of Thermodynamics based on Volume Entropy
Michele Campisi
Ximena Cid, UT Arlington
[F6.00014] The Use of Color as a Third Dimension on Maps
Ximena Cid, Ramon Lopez, Steven Lazarus
Stephen Nauyoks, Texas Christian University
[F2.00002] Crystallite structure of diamond-silicon carbide composites as a function of sintering temperature
Stephen Nauyoks, L. Balogh, T. W. Zerda
Dmitry Pestov, Texas A&M University
[B5.00002] Towards Single-Shot Detection of Bacterial Endospores via Coherent Raman Spectroscopy
Dmitry Pestov, Xi Wang, Gombojav Ariunbold, Robert Murawski, Vladimir Sautenkov, Alexei Sokolov, Marlan Scully
Nathaniel Pogue, Texas A&M University
[E2.00008] Polyhedral Superconducting Cavities for Linac Colliders
Nathaniel Pogue, Peter McIntyre, Dior Sattarov
Feng Xie, Texas A&M University
[J3.00004] The Measurement and Simulation of Terahertz Difference Frequency Generation in Quantum Cascade Lasers
Feng Xie, Mikhail Belkin, Federico Capasso, Jerome Faist
Undergraduate Students
Morgan Lynch, Angelo State University
[P1.00028] The Field Emission Properties of Gallium Nitride Nanoribbons
Morgan Lynch, Yudong Mo, Jose Perez
Jorge Munoz, UT El Paso
[OT1.00006] Probabilistic aspects of isoscaling
Jorge Munoz, Jorge Lopez, Claudio Dorso, Carlos Hernandez
Eric Pepin, University of Dallas
[OT1.00008] Interaural Coherence and Localization
Eric Pepin
Ezekiel Walker, Abilene Christian University
[HEP2.00009] Implementation of Vertex Reconstruction in the Search for Resonances in the 1610-1770 MeV Invariant Mass Region
Ezekiel Walker
Graduate Students
S. A. Bates, Texas Christian University
[P1.00013] FTIR Isotopic Study of the nu_1(sigma) Stretching Mode of Linear CrC_3 Condensed in Solid Ar
S. A. Bates, C. M. L. Rittby, W. R. M. Graham
Eunsin Lee, Texas A&M University
[HEP1.00008] Search for Heavy, Long-Lived Particles that Decay to Photons at CDF
Eunsin Lee, Max Goncharov, David Toback, Peter Wagner, Vyacheslav Krutelyov
M. P. Nadesalingam, UT Arlington
[P1.00009] Observation of the high sensitivity of Positron Annhilation induced Auger electron spectroscopy to thermally induced changes in the oxidation state of Cu atoms at the surface of previously oxidized Cu(100)
M. P. Nadesalingam, S. Mukherjee, N. Fazleev, B. R. Davis, J. Zhu, A. H. Weiss
Emmanuel Nenghabi, Texas Tech University
[CMP1.00002] Structural and electronic properties of the germanium-based clathrates Ge_46 and Ba_8Ge_46
Emmanuel Nenghabi, Charley Myles
Undergraduate Students
Kevin Doyle, Trinity University
[C1.00002] Multiple Scattering of Terahertz Radiation in a Random Medium
Kevin Doyle, J. Pearce, Z. Jian, J. Deibel, D. Mittleman
Nicole Fox, University of North Texas
[A4.00006] Study of poly[N-isopropylacrylamide-co-Glycidal Methacrylate] Particle Size Under the Effects of Varying Phase Ratio, Initiator Dose and Temperature
Nicole Fox, Jun Zhou, Zhibing Hu
Tomas Hernandez, UT El Paso
[A4.00010] Elastic Properties, Mossbauer spectra and phonon density of states in FexCr1-x alloys
Tomas Hernandez, Matthew S. Lucas, Brent Fultz
Michelle Prewitt, Texas Christian University
[A4.00008] Planarizing Single-Walled Carbon Nanotube Fibers
Michelle Prewitt, Nolan Nicholas, Jae Jang, Erik Haroz, Myung Kim, Hongwei Shan, Richard Smalley
Graduate Students
M. R. Ali, Texas Tech University
[B6.00014] Shifting of Cholesterol Maximum Solubility in Lipid Bilayers by Ceramide
M. R. Ali, J. Huang
Clarina dela Cruz, University of Houston
[C2.00001] Anisotropic lattice anomalies and the pressure effect on the ferroelectricity in multiferroic HoMn_2O_5
Clarina dela Cruz, Fei Yen, Bernd Lorenz, Ching-Wu Chu, Marin Gospodinov, William Ratcliff, Jeffrey Lynn
Han Hsu, UT Austin
[B2.00006] Modeling graphene layers and single-walled carbon nanotubes with regularized delta-function potentials
Han Hsu, L. E. Reichl
Zhenyu Zuo, University of Houston
[A2.00005] Enhanced Jc OF Multi-layer YBa_2Cu_3O_x Films
Zhenyu Zuo, Ruling Meng, Tom Johansen, Irene A. Rusakova, Andrei Baikalov, Duc Pham, Cheng Fen, Ching-Wu Chu
Undergraduate Students
Adam Aurisano, Richard Arnowitt, Teruki Kamon, David Toback, Peter Wagner
Signals in the Co-annihilation Region of Supersymmetry at the LHC
Research adviser: David Toback
Benjamin T. King, M. Amin Kayali, Wayne M. Saslow
Hysteresis of Two Inequivalent Planar Magnets with Anisotropy
Research adviser: Wayne Saslow
Graduate Students
Andrea M. Burzo, Alexei Sokolov
Additive Raman Technique for Generation and Control of Single Cycle Pulses
Research adviser: A. V. Sokolov
Elena Kuznetsova, Roman Kolesov, Olga Kocharovskaya
Suppression of excited-state absorption in laser crystals
Research adviser: Olga Kocharovskaya
Preeti S Yadav
Lateral Adhesive Forces of Sessile Drops and the role of three phase Contact line
Research adviser: Rafael Tadmor
Michael Pate
[A2.002] Scattering of Charged Particles by Moving Image Charges on a Stationary Conducting Sphere
Michael Pate, Walter Borst (Department of Physics,Texas Tech University, Lubock, TX 79409)
Joseph Lambert
[A5.007] Increase Giant Unilamellar Vesicles (GUV) yield in physiological buffer.
Joseph Lambert, Geoffrey Lambright, Juyang Huang (Department of Physics, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX 79409)
Francine Abrego
[B2.008] Diblock Copolymer Patterning on Silicon Substrates
Francine Abrego, Ben Stotts, Jeremy Jarl, Deborah C Koeck, David Donnelly, Heather C. Galloway (Physics - Texas State University - San Marcos), Gary Beall, Chad Booth, Patrick Cassidy (Chemistry and Biochemistry, Texas State University, San Marcos, Texas)
Elizabeth Covington
[C1.006] Characterization of Planarized Low-k Dielectrics by Atomic Force Microscopy
Elizabeth Covington, Eric Botello, Wayne Stalsworth, James McDonald, Daniel White, Christine Williams, Michael Arthur, Deborah C. Koeck, David Donnelly, Heather Galloway (Department of Physics, Texas State University, San Marcos, Texas)
Jason L. McAfee
[[D2.005] Nitrogen and N,H Complexes in Silicon
Jason L. McAfee, S.K. Estreicher (Department of Physics, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX 79409)
Rayburn Thomas
[D3.005] Radiation Hardness of Optical Fibers
Rayburn Thomas (Department of Physics,Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX 79409)
Gioel Calabrese
[C1.007] Constraint-preserving boundary conditions in numerical relativity
GIOEL CALABRESE, LUIS LEHNER, MANUEL TIGLIO (Louisiana State University)
Miguel Castro-Colin
[A2.007] Grazing-incidence measurement of amorphous structure modulation in thin film
SiO_2 on Si(001)
M. CASTRO-COLIN, W. DONNER, S.C. MOSS (Dep. of Physics, University of Houston, Texas, 77204-5005), R.J. NEMANICH (Dep. of Physics, N. Carolina State Univ., N. Carolina 27695), Z. ISLAM, S.K. SINHA (XFD/APS Argonne Nat. Lab., 9700 South Cass Av., Argonne, Illinois 60439)
Gregory W. Sherman
[B2.004] Modulated Light Scattering for Detection of Microscale Particles
G.W. SHERMAN, C.C. BRADLEY (Texas Christian University)
Barry Spurlock
[C3.006] Intercalibration of Photomultiplier Tube Test Benches for ATLAS
BARRY SPURLOCK, KAUSHIK DE (University of Texas at Arlington)
Magnus Gustafsson
[AD02] Infrared Absorption Spectra of a Gas Mixture of Deuterium Hydride (HD) and Helium
MAGNUS GUSTAFSSON and LOTHAR FROMMHOLD, University of Texas at Austin
Ezra N. Purdy
[BE03] Laser Manipulation of Microscopic Bubbles
EZRA N. PURDY and CURTIS C. BRADLEY, Texas Christian University
Jason C. Hunnell
[BE06] Photodetachment of lithium negative ion (Li- (2s2 1S)) e- -Li(2p) above the Li(2p) threshold
J.C. HUNNELL and S.J. WARD, University of North Texas
Jeffery Gaspard
[DB03] Prospects for Searching for Excited Electron During Run II of the Fermilab Tevatron
JEFFERY GASPARD, DAVID TOBACK, TAMU, EDWARD BOOS, ALEXANDER VOLOGDIN, Moscow State University
Geoffrey Lambright
[DB04] Implementation of Radioactive Sources in Calorimeters Used in High-energy Particle Experiments
GEOFFREY LAMBRIGHT, YAMAN HUSSAIN, NURAL AKCHURIN, Texas Tech University, Lubbock
Felipe Salinas
[DD08] Optical Properties of Natural Melanin
FELIPE SALINAS and DHIRAJ SARDAR, University of Texas at San Antonio
Cristian Pantea
[EA03] b-SiC Formation on Diamond Crystals under High Pressure-High Temperature Conditions
CRISTIAN PANTEA , GEORGIY VORONIN, TADEUSZ WALDEK ZERDA, Texas Christian University
Alan Figueroa
[EC01] A Periodic Table of Elementary Particles
ALLAN FIGUEROA and AKHTAR MAHMOOD, University of Texas Pan American
Zane Arp
[A1.002] Utilization of Dispersed Fluorescence Spectroscopy of Jet-Cooled Molecules for Fingerprinting Electronic Excited State Vibronic Levels
Zane Arp, Jaan Laane (Texas A & M University, Department of Chemistry, College Station, TX 77843-3012)
K.E. Strecker
[A1.004] Cooling a Bose Fermi Mixture of Lithium Atoms to Quantum Degeneracy
K.E. Strecker, A.G. Truscott, R.G. Hulet (Rice University Houston Texas)
Thomas Sweet
[A1.007] Theoretical and experimental considerations on the efficiency and thermal susceptibility of the standard Nd3+:YVO4 (Yttrium orthovanadate) laser
Thomas Sweet, Dhiraj Sardar (The University of Texas at San Antonio)
Todd Timberlake
[A1.009] Resonance creation and periodic orbits
Todd Timberlake, Linda Reichl (University of Texas at Austin)
Agapi Emmanouilidou
[A2.007] Steering an eigenstate to a destination
Agapi Emmanouilidou (University of Texas at Austin, TX,78712), Xian Geng Zhao (Institute of Applied Physics and Computational Mathematics, Beijing 100088, China), Ping Ao (Department of Theoretical Physics,Umera University,901 87 Umera,Sweeden), Qian Niu (University of Texas at Austin,TX,78712)
J.M. Steele
[B1.006] Dielectrophoretic Trapping of Gold Nanoshells
J.M. Steele, A.J. Rimberg (Department of Physics and Astronomy, Rice University), J.B. Jackson, N.J. Halas (Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Rice University)
Sarah Westcott
[B1.008] Electron-Impurity Interactions in the Relaxation of Hot Electrons in Gold-Gold Sulfide Nanoshells
Sarah Westcott, John Wolfgang, Peter Nordlander, Naomi Halas (Rice University)
Antonios Apostolou
[B3.006] Bubble entrainment from the impact of drops in superfluid ^4He
Antonios Apostolou (Graduate Program in Acoustics, The Pennsylvania State University), Jin H. So, J.D. Maynard (Department of Physics, The Pennsylvania State University)
Elizabeth Fernandez
[C1.007] Active Galaxies in the Perseus Supercluster
Elizabeth Fernandez (New Mexico Tech)
George Haidar
[C2.009] Aggregation of natural polymer chains
George Haidar, Jun Gao, Xihua Lu, Zhibing Hu (University of North Texas)
Undergraduate Students
Danielle Rabidas
[A3.07] Study of the Level 1 Trigger Rate for GLAST
Danielle Rabidas, Daniel Suson, Raymond Detiveaux (Texas A & M University-Kingsville)
Zachary Rouse
[A1.14] Design and Construction of a Non-Ferrous Capacitive Pressure Gauge
Zachary Rouse, Stephen R. Savitski, Glenn Agnolet (Texas A & M University)
Graduate Students
Tracy Benninger
[A3.08] Physics with the Initial State Radiation Events at B-Factory Experiments
Tracy L. Benninger, Xinchou Lou (University of Texas at Dallas), William M. Dunwoodie (Stanford Linear Accelerator Center)
Will Grigsby
[A1.06] Inelastic Electron Tunneling Spectroscopy of Deuterated Species Using Self Assembling Tunnel Junctions
Will Grigsby (Texas Aamp;M University), Darin Zimmerman (Penn State Altoona College), Glenn Agnolet (Texas A & M University)
K. T. Kapale
[A2.09] Nonequilibrium Master Equation Approach to the Condensate Statistics of an Ideal Bose Gas
K. T. Kapale, V. V. Kocharovsky, M. O. Scully, M. Suhail Zubairy (Department of Physics and Institute for Quantum Studies, Texas A & M University, College Station, TX 77843)
Roman Kolesov
[A2.10] The resolution of gamma-ray laser dilemma
Roman Kolesov (Texas A & M University)
Hatcher Tynes
[B1.01] Polarotaxis in Nature: If they can see it, why can't we?
Hatcher Tynes, George Kattawar (Texas Aamp;M University Department of Physics)
Undergraduate Students
Martha Navarro
[T22.08] A Semi-Classical Model to Study Nuclear Fragmentation
Martha Navarro (University of Texas at El Paso), Ariel Chernomoretz, Claudio Dorso (Universidad de Buenos Aires), Jorge Lopez (University of Texas at El Paso)
Alexis Thompson
[S12.02] Holographic Grating Relaxation Studies of Molecular Diffusion in a Nematic Liquid Crystal
Alexis L. Thompson, Wesley C. Campbell, Daniel R. Spiegel (Department of Physics, Trinity University)
Graduate Students
Jose Aguilar
[G42.04] Computer Simulations of The Early Stages Formation of Sn-Cu Alloys
Jose Aguilar, Ramon Ravelo (Physics Department and Materials Research Institute, University of Texas at El Paso), Michael Baskes (MST-8, Los Alamos National Laboratory)
Zane Arp
[H54.03] Spectroscopic Investigations of the Ground and Electronic Excited States of Indan
Zane Arp, Sachie Sakurai, Kevin Morris, Jaan Laane (Texas A&M University)
Ethan Honda
[S13.06] Oscillons and the Fine Structure of the non-linear Klein Gordon equation
Ethan Honda, Matthew Choptuik (Center for Relativity, The University of Texas at Austin)
James Lancaster
[F36.03] Spin-dependent studies of interactions between electron-spin-polarized He^+ ions and CO_2-covered surfaces
J.C. Lancaster, F.J. Kontur, F.B. Dunning, G.K. Walters (Physics Department and the Rice Quantum Institute, Rice University, 6100 S. Main Street, Houston, Texas 77005)
Windell Oskay
[H54.06] Recovering the Classical Limit with Noise in the Quantum Kicked Rotor
W.H. Oskay, V. Milner, D.A. Steck, M.G. Raizen (The University of Texas at Austin
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Graduate Students
Rainer Appel
[CB.08] Application of Raman Micro-imaging in Characterization of Polymers
Rainer Appel and T. W. Zerda, Texas Christian University, Forth Worth, Texas
Dae-il Choi
[CA.03] Dynamical Study of 3D Boson Stars
Dae-Il Choi and M. W. Choptuik, The University of Texas at Austin
Ricardo Claps
[CB.07] Raman Spectroscopy with High Power DiodeLasers
Ricardo Claps, The University of Texas at Austin
Scott Hawley
[CA.02] Multi-Scalar Stars and Their Relation to Critical Phenomena of Perturbed Boson Stars
Scott Hawley and Mathew Choptuik, Center for Relativity, The University of Texas at Austin
Juan Lara
[CA.07] Methods of Calculating the Neutrino Heating Effect in Big Bang Nucleosynthesis
Juan Lara, Center for Relativity, The University of Texas at Austin
David Neilsen
[CA.05] Critical Collapse of Perfect Fluids
David Neilsen and M. W. Choptuik, Center for Relativity, The University of Texas at Austin
Moonsuk Seon
[CB.06] Raman Studies of Heavily Carbon Doped GaAs
Moonsuk Seon, M. Holtz, Texas Tech University, Lubbock; W. M. Duncan, T. S. Kim, Texas Instruments, Dallas
Rusty Towell
[BC.06] Measurement of the Flavor Asymmetry in the Nucleon Sea
Rusty Towell, Abilene Christian University, NuSea/Fermilab E866 Collaboration
Jagoda Urban-Klaehn
[CB.01] Positron Annihilation Spectroscopy of Rocks
Jagoda M. Urban-Klaehn and C. A. Quarles, Texas Christian University, Forth Worth
Undergraduate Students
Martin Holt, Rice University, "Electronic Properties of V2O3 near a Mott Transition."
James Smith, Texas A&M University, "Modeling Financial Data as an Ergodic System."
T. B. Sweet, University of Texas San Antonio, "Optical and laser characteristics of Pyromethene BF2 dye in solid plastic host."
Graduate Students
Yandong Chen, University of North Texas, "Synthesis and Characterization of Er-doped Si Nanocrystals."
Kevin Morris, Texas A& M University, "Instrumentation for the Measurement of LIF and REMPI Spectroscopy of Jet-Cooled Molecules."
Undergraduate Students
Chris J. Bednar, Texas A&M University, "Optical Pumping in High-F Magnetic Systems"
J. L. Hastings, Texas Tech University, "The Interaction of Hydrogen with Vacancy Clusters in Silicon"
Phil McJunkins, Texas A&M University, "Computer Analysis and Modeling of an Eclipsing Binary Star"
Jordi Mompart, Texas A&M University, "Quantum-jump approach to amplification without inversion in closed three-level systems"
Remus Nicolaescu, Texas A&M University, "Linewidth Narrowing of a Pulsed Alexandrite laser using intracavity phase modulation"
T. D. Sauncy, Texas Tech University, "Excitation Intensity Dependent Photoluminescence Studies of (100(- and (111(-grown In 0.22Ga 0.78As/GaAs strained single quantum wells"
Hami E. Teal, University of North Texas, "Development of Hydrophobic Interaction Chromatography Based on Temperature Sensitive Gels"
Jagoda Mary Urban, Texas Christian University, "Doppler Broadening and Residual Gas Measurements of Rocks as a Function of Temperature"
Undergraduate Students
J. M. Clewell , University of North Texas, poster CC9, "Diamond Thin-film Thermionic Generator"
Frederick Gray, Rice University, paper CA2, "Neural network search for rare kaon decay events"
Graduate Student
Z. J. Qu , Texas Center for Superconductivity, University of Houston, paper CB5, "Magneto-transport Properties in Ag-doped YBCO 110-film"
Zane Arp, Texas A&M University, "Vibrational Spectra and Pseudorotation of 1,3 Dithiolane and Tetrahydrothiophene."
A. W. Bigelow , University of North Texas, "A Compact Electrostatic Quadrupole Triplet Lens for a 200 kV Accelerator."
R. Coronado , University of Texas El Paso, "Signal Analysis Techniques for Gravity Wave Detection and Verification in Spacecraft Tracking Data."
D. R. Flanders , University of North Texas, "Experimental Investigation of Porous N-isopropylacrylamide (NIPA) Gels."
Chuguang He , Texas Tech University, "Madelung Energy Correction for Cluster Calculations of Defects in Compound Semiconductors."
L. Liu , Texas Tech University, "A Modified Single Photounting Technique for Determining Fluorescence Decay Times with Beta-Particle Sources."
C. A. Qualls , Texas A&M University-Commerce, "Spectral Analysis of Sonic Transducers Using Impulse Response Techniques."
K. F. Stephens , University of North Texas, "Space-Charge Saturated Electron Emission from a Plasma-Facing Material Surface"
Darin T. Zimmerman , Texas A&M University, "The Self-Assembling Tunnel Junction - An Adjustable Microscopic Junction for Vibrational Spectroscopy."
Undergraduate Students
Alfredo Aranda , UT El Paso, "Phase space correlations in nuclear fragmentation."
Anne Mitchell , UT San Antonio, "Spectroscopic properties of YAG:Cr3+, Tm3+, Ho3+."
Graduate Students
Amir Azordegan , U North Texas, "Charge state dependence of L-shell x-ray production cross section for 4-14 Mev oxygen ions on 29Cu."
Kevin Morris , Texas A&M U, "Jet-cooled fluorescence spectra and carbonyl wagging of 2-chlorocyclopentanone."
Raymond Nazzario , Baylor U, "Dust bands of the planet Mars."
E. G. Roth , U North Texas, "Profiling hydrogen in materials using ion beams."
Scott V. Franklin , UT Austin, "Plasticity and the motion of dislocations through a discrete lattice"
S. Liu , Texas Tech U., "Infrared and optical investigation of hydrogenated amorphous carbon (a-C:H) and its alloys (a-C:H4N3F)"
E. Parkey , U. North Texas, "Mechanism for the formation of mounds and pits on gold using scanning tunneling microscopy"
T. Sauncy , Texas Tech U., "Temperature dependent lifetime and press ure studies of self-activated photoluminescence in doped GaAs"
Mark Sosebee , UT Austin, "Searches for supersymmetry with the D0 de tector" ;
S. F. Yelin , Max Planck Institut fur Quantenoptik and TAMU, "Quantum corrections to the Lorentz-Lorentz formula"
D. Young , Texas Tech U., "Study of slow wave structures in a backward wave oscillator."
Undergraduate Students
D. Brain , Rice University, "Effect of Comet Shoemaker Levy 9 on the Jovian magnetosphere."
Robert Haaser , University of Dallas, "Analysis of potential health h azard near power-lines."
Steven Stubblefield , UT San Antonio, "Spectroscopic characterization of Bamgar:Nd33D (2 at. wt. %), a potential laser material."
Graduate Students
Dan Bruton , Texas A&M University, "The collision of comet Shoemaker -Levy 9 with Jupiter."
Neil Koone , Texas Christian University, : "Temperature dependence and surface modification effects of acetone diffusion within porous sol-gel silica glass"
Paul Sagear , Texas A&M University, "Ring-bending and carbonyl inversi on potential energy functions of jet-cooled 3-cyclopenten-1-one in its S1(n,E3*) electro nic excited state by laser induced fluorescence excitation."
John Wolfgang , East Texas State University, "First and second hyperpolarizabilities of liquid crystal molecules."


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Baltimore Sun staffers analyze the Ravens' 16-13 overtime win over the San Diego Chargers.
Jeff Zrebiec, reporter: It's games like this that make you wonder whether it's pointless to constantly analyze all the Ravens' flaws and obsess over their road struggles. The Ravens' best quality is that they find ways to win, and nowhere was that more evident than today, a game they had no business winning. The Ray Rice 29-yard gain on 4th-and-29 will probably be a play we're still talking about weeks from now. A three-game lead in the AFC North with five to play should be insurmountable, even with the struggling Steelers coming into town next weekend.
Aaron Wilson, reporter: The Ravens won a nail-biter in overtime as rookie kicker Justin Tucker delivered the game-winning field goal. Ray Rice's determined fourth-down conversion was huge. Joe Flacco and the offense woke up from a long slumber just in time. Although the Chargers are hardly world-beaters, this remains an impressive victory for the Ravens.
Matt Vensel, blogger: Wow. Just wow. From Ray Rice's miraculous catch-and-run on fourth down. To the clutch play of the defense all game. To Torrey Smith's nifty catch that put Justin Tucker in range to kick the game-winning field goal. What a comeback for the Ravens, who pretty much have the AFC North locked up. We'll remember this one for a while.
Ed Lee, reporter: The Ravens pulled out a three-point win thanks to a Herculean effort by Ray Rice on fourth down-and-29 in the fourth quarter and a 38-yard field goal by rookie Justin Tucker in overtime. But the offense looked lethargic until the fourth quarter and continues to invite questions about its struggles on the road. Don't blame the defense for this one because that unit got six sacks, kept Philip Rivers in check and surrendered just 13 points. The Ravens now have a three-game lead on the Pittsburgh Steelers in the AFC North, and perhaps the best thing for them is that three of their last five regular-season contests are at home.
Peter Schmuck, columnist: The Ravens waited awhile to adjust to Pacific Standard Time, but they were there at Winning Time. They didn't answer all the questions about their overall performance on the road this year, but they left no doubt about their toughness and resolve. Now, they can eliminate the Steelers from AFC North title consideration with a victory next week.
Ron Fritz, sports editor: This had all the makings for another dismal road loss for the Ravens, but then they woke up just in time. Ray Rice's electrifying 30-yard catch and run for a first down showed just how resilient the Ravens are. From that point, it was all over. The Chargers were done, and that's why Norv Turner will be out of a job.
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Mike Preston, columnist: There are few moments that define a season, but we may have just witnessed one. Unbelievable.

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This small quaint seaport has roots back to April 7, 1730 when Isaac and Jonathan Green Sr. purchased from Ebenezer Harker "a certain plantation and track of land containing by estimation 441 acres situate lying and being in ye Carterett in ye county of province of aforsaid being ye west side of ye mouth off White Oak River." By 1771 Theophilus Weeks started a town on his plantation, laying out a plat and selling lots. Formerly known as Bogue, Week's Point, The Wharf and New Town, the town was officially designated by the North Carolina General Assembly on May 6, 1783. Above photo (from North Carolina State Archives) courtesy Jack Dudley, as included in Swansboro - A Pictorial Tribute
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A spokeswoman for Catherine Zeta-Jones says the actress has "proactively" checked into a mental health facility for treatment of her bipolar condition.
Publicist Sarah Fuller said in an email to The Associated Press late Monday that Zeta-Jones "is committed to periodic care in order to manage her health in an optimum manner."
Two years ago, the 43-year-old Oscar-winner checked into a similar facility for a brief stay for treatment of her condition, known as Bipolar II. The disorder is characterized by mood swings and depressive episodes, and is commonly treated with medication and psychotherapy.
Zeta-Jones has been one of the busiest talents in show business of late, appearing in such films as "Rock of Ages," "Playing for Keeps," "Broken City" and "Side Effects."
The actress's most recent treatment was first reported by TMZ.
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4 Port USB VGA IP KVM Switch with Virtual Media
Control up to 4 USB VGA computers remotely over an IP network or the internet
Product ID: SV441DUSBI
- Remote, BIOS level access to all connected systems
- Works with PC, Mac, Linux and Sun Systems
- Supports DHCP or manual IP configuration
- User ID and SSL password secure web console
- Supports 32 user accounts with SSL encrypted session and web communication data
- Integrated Web Server for browser-based configuration and administration
- Disk emulation allows remote application and operating system installations, or transferring files to, or between attached servers
- Each computer can be named via the OSD menu
- Integrated USB hub for peripheral sharing and file transfer of USB 2.0 devices (backwards compatible with USB 1.1 and 1.0 devices)
- Auto Scan Mode automatically switches between computers for easy monitoring
- Optional mounting bracket - Compact 1U height takes up little rack space
- Flash upgradeable
- Hot-pluggable - add or remove PCs without shutting down
- Multiple user accounts restrict unauthorized access to specific features and / or PCs
- Network Setup and Reset button
- No software or drivers required
- Plug and Play compliant
- Supports 16 bit video
- Supports customized SSL certificates
The SV441DUSBI 4 Port USB VGA IP KVM Switch with Virtual Media allows for secure local and remote control of up to 4 computers over a LAN or the Internet. Featuring 2 additional USB ports for peripheral sharing (USB storage, CD ROM, etc.), allowing file transfers and disk emulation for remote application and OS installs.
The IP KVM Switch enables BIOS level control and full boot process interaction, and includes several security features (SSH, SSL, RADIUS and a configurable firewall) to keep your network safe.
This IP KVM can interact with virtually any device that uses an RS-232 serial terminal (routers, switches, PDUs, etc.), using the RPORT Module (sold separately). While the 1U rack-mountable metal chassis makes installation into a rack easy with the 1110EXTRACK.
Backed by a StarTech.com 3-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
- Access your server BIOS from remote locations
- Create a scalable, streamlined access solution in your Datacenter or Server Farm
- Enables access to existing KVM switches via TCP/IP for single console remote administration
- Perfect for manufacturing line computer control, simplifying access to multiple systems
- Great for PC test/burn-in computer control saving the desk space required for multiple monitors, keyboards and mice and allows remote access
- Remote access for outsourced server / IT hardware management
- Remote access to mission-critical corporate datacenter servers, increasing uptime
The StarTech.com Advantage
- Full BIOS level remote access meaning you can reboot a connected PC or server, access the BIOS, and have full control over the keyboard and mouse as if you are on site
- User friendly access through the OSD or the integrated web server saves configuration time and frustration
- Supports 16 bit video for a richer quality of picture when accessing the remote server either through the web browser or VNC client
Product Numbers
Ingram Micro France
Tech Data - France
UPC Code
Technical Specifications
|Warranty Information
|3 Years
|Cables Included
|KVM Ports
|Number of Monitors Supported
|PC Interface
|PC Video Type
|DVI Support
|Hot-Key Selection
|IP Control
|Maximum Analog Resolutions
|1920 x 1440 pixels local console
|Maximum Digital Resolutions
|1600 x 1200 @ 85Hz
|Maximum Number of Users
|1 active user plus up to 4 viewing
|The SSL certificate provided is for testing and initialization purposes only and provides minimum strength security. We strongly recommend users upgrade the included certificate with individual SSL Certificate.
|On-Screen Display
|Port Selection Support
|Hotkeys and OSD (On Screen Display)
|TLS version supported
|OS Compatibility
|OS independent; No software or drivers required
|Special Notes / Requirements
Adding more than 1 optional PCM815SHNA power switch to the Server Remote Control requires a RPORT module.
Source code for the unit operating system is available upon request. Please contact us by phone, live chat, or email to make your request.
This offer is valid for three years from the date of purchase and/or for as long as parts or customer support is offered for this product.
Charges for the reasonable cost of copying and/or conveying may apply.
|Center Tip Polarity
|Input Current
|Input Voltage
|Output Current
|Output Voltage
|Plug Type
|Power Consumption (In Watts)
|Power Source
|AC Adapter Included
|Physical Characteristics
|Product Height
|2.2 cm [0.9 in]
|Product Length
|20 cm [7.9 in]
|Product Width
|18.7 cm [7.4 in]
|Weight of Product
|900 g [31.8 oz]
|Packaging Information
|Package Height
|27.6 cm [10.9 in]
|Package Length
|30.4 cm [12 in]
|Package Width
|11.4 cm [4.5 in]
|Shipping (Package) Weight
|4.1 kg [9.1 lb]
|What's in the Box
|Included in Package
|1 - 4-port USB KVM switch
|4 - KVM cables
|1 - universal power adapter (NA/EU/UK/AU)
|1 - instruction manual
DC Power Adapter - 12V, 2A
Replace your lost or failed power adapter
DC Power Adapter - 12V, 5A
Replace your lost or failed power adapter
10 ft Ultra-Thin USB VGA 2-in-1 KVM Cable
Connect VGA video and USB using a single thin KVM cable
6 ft Ultra-Thin USB VGA 2-in-1 KVM Cable
Connect VGA video and USB using a single thin KVM cable
Product Support
- Firmware.zip Version: 04162019
Data Sheets
Frequently Asked Questions
Before You Buy
KVM stands for Keyboard Video Mouse and KVM switches allow you to switch the use of a keyboard, display and mouse between multiple computers. KVM switches also commonly let you switch audio and USB devices between computers.
There are different types of KVM switches as well.
- Standard box KVM switches. (e.g. SV231USB)
- Cable KVM switches. (e.g. SV211USB)
- Multi-Monitor KVM switches. (e.g. SV231DDUSB)
- IP KVM switches. (e.g. SV841HDIE)
Standard box and cable KVM switches are a simple way to switch the use of a keyboard, display, and mouse between multiple computers. Multi-monitor KVM switches allow you to switch multiple displays between computers, and IP KVM switches allow you to remotely control the KVM switch and connected computers over a network.
Here are some important things to consider before purchasing a KVM switch.
- How many computers do you need to control? Purchase a KVM switch that supports the number of computers in your setup.
- Which video connections do your computers and display(s) support? It is best practice to use the same video connections wherever possible.
- Will you be using a PS/2 or USB mouse and keyboard?
- Do you need multiple monitor support? Ensure every computer can support the number of monitors you are looking to use in your setup.
- Do you need audio support?
- What resolution(s) do you want your display(s) running at? The KVM switch must support the resolution(s) you want to use.
- Would you like hotkey support? Some KVM switches support the use of hotkey combinations to complete tasks such as switching between computers.
There are a couple of other important things you may want to take note of:
- Some KVM switches require proprietary cables to function. These KVM cables may vary by each KVM switch. For StarTech.com KVM switches that require proprietary cables, the KVM switches will either come with these cables, or they will be listed in the Accessories tab on the individual product pages. For more information, see our video dedicated to KVM switch cables.
- Basic mice and keyboards are recommended for use with KVM switches. Wireless, gaming or combo mice and keyboards (mice and keyboards that use a single USB connection / receiver for both units) can cause performance issues, and in general, are not supported for use with KVM switches.
It can be difficult to tell which ones are right for the KVM switch you are interested in. How can you tell which KVM cables you require? How can you tell if a KVM switch requires proprietary cables? How do these cables work?
Standard KVM Switches and Cables
Note: You will need one bundle of KVM cables per computer you want to connect to the KVM switch.
Standard KVM switches have no special cable requirements. If you have spare video and PS/2 or USB cables, you can use them to hook up the KVM switch to your computers. StarTech.com still sells KVM cable packages, but they are just for the convenience of buying them in bundles and usually involve some savings. Keep in mind that even if you have some of the cables you need, it still might be advantageous to buy the bundle.
KVM Switches with Opposite Gender Video Connections
Some KVM switches use male video connections for the computers and female video connections for the console ports. In this case you simply need a video extension cable, or a KVM cable package appropriate to the KVM switch. This is so you cannot accidentally plug cables from your computer into the console ports.
KVM Switches Requiring Proprietary Cables
KVM switches can also use proprietary KVM cables to connect to the individual computers. This is often done with larger KVM switches and KVM switches intended for a server environment. These cables use a proprietary pinout which does not conform to the video standard in use, as the cable carries both the video and PS/2 or USB data along a single cable.
If you are unsure whether or not you need special cables, complete the following:
- Check the Technical Specifications tab on the individual product pages for What's in the Box. This section lists everything that comes with your purchase, and your KVM switch might come with the cables.
- Check the Accessories tab. This section lists potential accessories for the product you are looking at. StarTech.com will list the appropriate KVM cables for the KVM switch here.
- Check the Gallery and look at a picture of the back of the KVM switch.
Note: If there are no PS/2 or USB ports on the back of the KVM switch other than for the console, you will require proprietary cables.
If at this point you require further assistance in deciding which cables to purchase with your StarTech.com KVM switch, contact our technical support team.
Whether a specific mouse or keyboard will work with StarTech.com KVM switches can depend on the type of mouse or keyboard you use. Any mice with additional functionality or keyboards that are not standard 104 key keyboards could cause issues. This includes wireless, gaming, combination (one USB receiver for both the mouse and keyboard), and Apple keyboards. We recommend that you use a standard wired mouse and keyboard with our KVM switches, especially when you troubleshoot issues.
If you cannot get a specific mouse or keyboard to work with your KVM switch, connect the mouse or keyboard into the USB hub ports, if available (they are marked on the back of the KVM switch). If the KVM switch has hotkey functionality, you will lose the functionality when using these hub ports.
Monitors may begin flickering when they receive a signal of insufficient quality. There are a few potential fixes available that will help to improve the signal quality in order to eliminate flickering:
- Replace Video Cables with high-quality Video Cables (e.g. upgrade DisplayPort 1.2 Cables to DisplayPort 1.4 Cables).
- Use shorter Video Cables to reduce signal attenuation.
- When possible, remove Video Adapters to use native Video Connection Types (e.g. go from VGA to VGA, or DisplayPort to DisplayPort)
- For DisplayPort Monitors, try changing the DisplayPort Version on the Monitor. For information on how to change your Monitor Settings refer to the Manual from the Monitor Manufacturer.
- Update the Drivers for the Computer's GPU to the latest available from the Monitor Manufacturer.
- Ensure the video & USB cables are connected between each computer and the KVM switch
- Safely power off all computers. Unplug everything from the KVM switch and connect one computer at a time, swapping the inputs previously used (e.g., the computer connected to PC2 now connects to PC1). Power on each computer and confirm functionality before connecting the next one to the KVM switch.
- If using a KVM switch that supports multiple displays, ensure all video connections from the computer are from either the video card or motherboard, both cannot be used simultaneously on most systems.
Check that you are using the recommended 2 in 1 (or 4 in 1) cables from StarTech.com. Some KVM switches only work with combo cables pinned out specifically for them. The correct cables will be shown in the Accessories tab on the product page for your KVM switch.
There are some quick tests that you can perform to rule out potential issues. Start by turning off all of the connected computers and peripherals, unplugging everything from the KVM, including power, and leaving it for 10 seconds. Then connect everything to the KVM following the procedure in the following FAQ: https://www.startech.com/faq/kvm-switches-setup.
You can test to make sure that the following components are working correctly and are not the source of the issue:
Video cables
KVM switch
Video source (such as a DVR or computer)
Video destination (such as a monitor or projector)
Note: When you are testing your setup components, it is recommended that you avoid using any video adapters. For example, if you are converting a VGA source to HDMI to be used with an HDMI extender, you should test with an HDMI source.
To test your setup components, try the following:
Use the video cable, KVM switch, video source, and video destination in another setup to see if the problem is with the components or the setup.
Use a different video cable, KVM switch, video source, and video destination in your setup to see if the problem persists. Ideally, you should test a component that you know works in another setup.
When you test your cables, it is recommended that you do the following:
Test each cable individually.
Use short cables when you are testing.
When you test the video source and video destination, it is recommended that you do the following:
Remove the KVM switch from your setup and test to make sure that the video source and video destination work together without the KVM switch.
Test to make sure that the video source and video destination work together at the resolution that you want to use.
Note: In order for your setup to work properly, the video source, KVM switch, and video destination all need to support the resolution that you are using.
There are four troubleshooting actions that you can try if some but not all of the ports and your computer are working with the KVM switch.
- To determine if a specific cable is the source of the problem, switch the cables that connect the KVM switch to the computers to one working port and computer, and one port and computer that is not working. Keep the computer plugged into the same ports and only switch the cables. If the issue persists when you switch cables, the issue may be with the cable itself.
- To determine if the problem is between the computer and the KVM switch, using the same cables, connect the KVM switch to one computer that is working and one computer that is not working. If the issue persists when you switch computers, follows the issue may be with the computer and the KVM switch.
- Try reinitializing the KVM. This is done by following the setup instructions on the website.
- To determine if the KVM switch is the source of the problem, if you have another KVM switch, disconnect the current KVM switch and connect the second KVM switch.
If the keys on your keyboard are repeating, complete the following:
- If the KVM you are using has USB ports, you can move your keyboard to the USB hub port on the back of the KVM (the USB hubs are marked).
Note: When you move the keyboard out of the keyboard port, you will not be able to access the hotkeys.
- You can adjust the typematic rate in your operating system's settings. Depending on the version of Windows you are running, you can adjust the typematic rate by doing one of the following:
- Click Control Panel > Keyboard > Speed. Adjust the repeat delay and repeat rate until the keys no longer repeat.
- Click Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Devices and Printers. Right-click Keyboard Settings. Adjust the repeat delay and repeat rate until the keys no longer repeat.
To resolve this issue, do the following:
- Click Start.
- Click Control Panel.
- Click Hardware and Sound.
- Click Mouse.
- Click Pointer Options.
- Clear the Enhance pointer precision check box.
- Click Apply and then click OK.
- In the KVM Bribar menu, click the Mouse Re-sync option.
To resolve this issue, do the following:
- Click Start.
- Click Control Panel.
- Click Mouse.
- Click Pointer Options.
- Clear the Enhance pointer precision check box.
- Click Apply and then click OK.
- In the KVM Bribar menu, click the Mouse Re-sync option.
- Set the mouse acceleration slider to one bar left of center.
- Set the Sensitivity slider to the lowest possible option.
- Make sure that your startup script (for example, xinitrc or xsession) contains the line xset m 0/0 0.
- Restart the computer.
- Perform a mouse and PS/2 or USB re-sync.
Make sure that the screen resolution (even in text mode) is at least 1024 x 768. Resolutions that are less than that can cause the mouse to not sync, no matter what is done. In Linux text-mode, setting kernel flags in your boot loader (for example, GRUB) will help to set this.
In order to resolve this issue, do the following:
- Increase the resolution on the computer to 800 x 600 or higher.
- To make sure that you have the latest firmware installed on the KVM switch, navigate to the web interface for the KVM switch and if necessary, update the firmware to the latest version.
In order to resolve this issue, do the following:
- Move a computer connected to the KVM switch to the port that the KVM switch is stuck on.
- Try switching off of the port again. You should now be able to switch the KVM switch off of the port that it was stuck on.
This device has Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) enabled by default, and will be assigned an IP address by your router when connected to your network. View the router's DHCP table to determine the IP address.
If this IP KVM switch does not detect a DHCP server this device's default static IP address is 192.168.1.123.
- Make sure that the IP KVM switch is on the same network as your computer.
- In an Internet browser, enter the IP address of the unit. The default static IP address is 192.168.1.123.
Note: This device has the option of enabling Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) during the initial setup. If enabled, the device will be assigned an IP address by your router when connected to your network. View the router's DHCP table to determine the IP address.
- In the user name field, enter the user name. The default user name is admin.
- In the password field, enter the password. The default password is admin.
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I'm sort of surprised a real 80% solution has not come along. It being .308 I figure liablity is a big factor in this though. The .308 is a hot one and if something went wrong it could be a big lawsuit.
With the shortage of FAL receivers stretching on, I'm sort of surprised I haven't heard of anyone machining their own. I have a complete blueprint, but I dont have the tools or skills. There's a lot of talent here on Gunco, anyone thought about this? (of course I'm not talking about selling or anything constituting manufacturing, thats a given.)
I'm sort of surprised a real 80% solution has not come along. It being .308 I figure liablity is a big factor in this though. The .308 is a hot one and if something went wrong it could be a big lawsuit.
I have a buddy who built up one of the "80%" receivers....he's a master machinist and he told me it was closer to being a 40% receiver.
He actually built it up into a .358 Winchester....basically a .308 Win. blown out to 9mm....so it's a 9x51mm.
Takes standard FAL 20 round mags too.
He had the "Model" engraved on it as "Mjollnir". That's Thor's Hammer.
Very cool.......but he cationed me that it was a VERY serious undertaking, not for the faint of heart.
I bought several of the raw castings from Tapco back when they were on sale for about $14. Plan was to machine them out for pistol caliber conversions. Lots of machine time involved in these, the heat treat will be critical. Several people have documented their progress (or lack thereof) on the FALFiles. Bottom line, unless you have a milling machine and the knowledge to use it this project is not for you.
True, all true.. my thinking on this was that surely theres some accomplished machinists here, and that the companies that make (made) the receivers arent doing any magic, so I kind of figured it should be doable by somebody comptent in the machine shop. Mainly, I've had my FAL parts under the foot of the bed for about a year and a half (at least) and wishing I had picked up one of the Imbel receivers back when I could have. Now I'm scouring the gun shows, and waiting for Coonan. I'm curious to see what kind of pricing he'll have compared to DSA.
They are definitely do-able, but one of the major problems is a lack of a complete and correct blueprint. There are several "reverse engineered" prints out there, but so far all are missing critical info or are just incorrect.
The manufacturers also use CNC machining centers, it's a lot cheaper and faster to just clamp a chunk of metal in the machine and remove a completed receiver 5 minutes later. Takes a little longer on a manual mill when you have to setup for each cut individually. Unless you batch operations and crank them out in the 100s, economy of scale will always favor the manufacturer and price a small scale machinist right out of the game. Doing one for yourself is one thing.....
"No honey, that old thing, I've had that for years"Kalashnikov Georgia Buildersmember # 047
COOL! $35 and some shop time and presto you have another FAL.
Know if heat treating is needed, or does a FAL rely on mass without heat treated sections?
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They are heat treated. I thought about it myself untill i realized it would probably be cheaper to just go buy one finished.Originally Posted by hcpookie
yeah apparently they should be heat treated to 40 rockwell C. Although since I'm not knowledgeable or otherwise trained in the metalurgical arts, I wouldnt know how to do that..


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With just over a month to go, T-MODE 2010 is gearing up for a party like no other. The popular local anime and gaming convention makes its triumphant return April 16-18, 2010, and will be held this year at the Hilton Alexandria Old Town, just steps from the King Street Metro.
T-MODE offers a chance to get up close and personal with some of your favorite guests, including voice actors Wendee Lee ("Cowboy Bebop," "The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya"… enough shows that we could be here all day!), Todd Haberkorn ("D.Gray-Man," "Claymore") and Cristina Vee ("Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha," "Anime TV"); author Roland Kelts ("Japanamerica"); musician Random ("Mega Ran") and webcomic artists Jessi and Matt Pascal ("Geeks Next Door") – with more surprises in store as the convention draws closer.
Along with guests and performances, T-MODE 2010 presents video game tournaments, a Cosplay Variety Show and Masquerade Prom, live event sessions, an interactive video room, the Otaku Bazaar with vendors and artists and much, much more. T-MODE also offers several different membership options, including its signature collection of Otaku Passports for fans who prefer closer interaction with the convention guests. For a truly unforgettable weekend, check out the Otaku Passport Premier. Only five of these very special memberships will be sold, but T-MODE guarantees a VIP fan experience like no other. Registration is still open and available online at www.tmode.org.
About T-MODE
T-MODE is where Asian, western and urban pop culture collide into a completely fun and unique convention experience. Held in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, T-MODE is a "fun-sized" event that celebrates the fusion of anime, gaming, music, cosplay, and all things otaku. T-MODE also strives to create a friendly and more personal atmosphere for convention attendees.
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Open to the Public: 5–Stand Sporting Clays at Fogg Farm
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The latest episode of Downton Abbey has been the most keenly anticipated for some time. Viewers were intrigued to see how Kiri Te Kanawa would fare as opera singer Dame Nellie Melba. Yet, when it came to it, Te Kanawa's brief performance merely served as a plot device for the most devastating scene in the series' three-year history.
The continuity announcer warned viewers beforehand that this episode contained violent scenes, but any hint of trouble remained unsignposted throughout.
In fact, the episode got off to a slow start. As both upstairs and downstairs prepared for a grand party and for Downton "once more to be a scene of great splendour", we darted between a panicked Mrs Patmore (Lesley Nicol) working herself into a tizzy over the syllabubs, and a host of unfamiliar faces exchanging pleasantries in the drawing room. Among these were Joanna David as a faded society bore ("Did you know barley beer was discovered by Neolithic man?"), Patrick Kennedy as an oleaginous card sharp and a rather wooden Tom Cullen as a potential new suitor to Lady Mary (Michelle Dockery).
As viewers awaited the arrival of Dame Nellie Melba, so did Downton. Discussions were had as to whether a mere singer, albeit a world-famous one, should eat with the Crawleys – an interesting note on how radically the nature of celebrity has changed over the past 90 years.
We were only treated to a glimpse of Te Kanawa's acting skills, and she delivered her brief conversation with the Earl of Grantham (Hugh Bonneville) about the merits of claret rather prettily. But then she delivered two showstoppers – Dvorak's Songs My Mother Taught Me and Puccini's O mio babbino caro (from Gianni Schicchi) with a professional gloss but perhaps a lack of emotional truth.
However, as the soaring beauty of the aria rang through the house, something horrible was happening. The arrogant guest valet Green (played by Nigel Harman with a breezy assurance), who had previously engaged the servants with an exuberant game of racing demon, flew into a violent rage when Anna (Joanne Froggatt) resisted his advances. He struck her and, we were led to believe through a rapidly implied scene, raped her.
Froggatt played her subsequent moments brilliantly. So much of Anna is about control, but here she was able to convey anger, bewilderment and fear all at the same time and to devastating effect. When confronted by her husband (Brendan Coyle) about her scars, she said that she had hit her head on the kitchen sink. It was a heart-breaking moment of understatement.
Downton Abbey has been criticised in the past for portentous dialogue and emotionally over-wrought scenes. Here is proof that it can create incredibly powerful drama on a very small scale.


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Does anyone even read magazines anymore? Charles Moore at Applelinks.com does, and he points to PC Magazine. PC Magazine's 20th Annual Reader Satisfaction Survey "received detailed information from users of 20,690 PCs, both desktop and notebook," covering reliability, tech support, and repairs. Like previous satisfaction surveys for Consumer Reports, PC Magazine regularly puts the Mac on top, and this year is no exception.
A lot of companies make both notebooks and desktops. Alas, few do both well. For example, Lenovo/IBM scores terribly with desktops yet does very well with laptops. Apple is the exception, as usual. Scores for the Cupertino, California–based company in both categories are outstanding.
No surprise there, but it is somewhat surprising just how well Apple compares to PC heavyweights like HP and Dell.
Source (XLS File): PC Magazine 20th Annual Reader Satisfaction Survey
Among desktops, Apple is the only company to score above 9, with an overall rating of 9.1 out of 10, scoring 9.2 in reliability, 8.4 in tech support, and 7.8 in repairs. Apple easily bested the major desktop OEMs, even with that relatively low rating in repairs. None of the major OEMs managed to score 7 in repairs, with Dell scoring 6.7. Apple also blew away the competition in laptops.
Source (XLS File): PC Magazine 20th Annual Reader Satisfaction Survey
With an overall score of 8.4, Apple was unchanged from last year, but did drop slightly in tech support, down a tenth to 8.4. Reliability was 9.2 and repairs was 8.1, though again Apple scored higher than the nearest PC OEM, 7.7 for Lenovo. PC Magazine found it "simply amazing" that Apple had a perfect score for ease-of-setup among laptops, but longtime Mac users will not be surprised by this. The out-of-box experience, very important for new users and the technically challenged, is a hallmark of Apple products.
Of course, the survey is hardly scientific, and one wonders just exactly who the DIY types are rating when they complain about problems and tech support. But still, there is something that can be said objectively regarding customer satisfaction and Apple.
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OCC Closes First National Bank of Nevada and Appoints FDIC Receiver
WASHINGTON — First National Bank of Nevada, Reno, Nevada, was closed today by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) was appointed receiver. First National Bank's primary markets extended throughout Nevada and Arizona. The bank, with approximately $3.4 billion in assets, was chartered as a national bank in 1987. On June 30, 2008, an affiliate of the bank, known as the First National Bank of Arizona, Scottsdale, Arizona, was merged into First National Bank of Nevada.
The OCC acted after finding that the bank was undercapitalized and had experienced substantial dissipation of assets and earnings due to unsafe and unsound practices. The OCC also found that the bank had incurred and is likely to incur losses that will deplete all or substantially all of its capital, and there is no reasonable prospect that the bank will become adequately capitalized without federal assistance. The bank's unsafe and unsound practices also weakened the bank's condition and seriously prejudiced the interests of the bank's depositors and the deposit insurance fund.
The FDIC will release information about the resolution of the bank.
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- 2008-053, First National Bank of Arizona, Scottsdale, AZ, dated June 4, 2008
- 2008-055, First National Bank of Nevada, Reno, NV, dated June 4, 2008
- 2008-065, First National Bank of Arizona, Scottsdale, AZ (Termination of Consent Order EA# 2008-053 ), dated July 3, 2008
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The land you are ... to take possession of is a land of mountains and valleys that drinks rain from heaven. It is a land the Lord your God cares for; the eyes of the Lord your God are continually on it from the beginning of the year to its end. (Deuteronomy 11:11-12)
Today we stand at the threshold of the unknown. Before us lies a new year, and we are going forward to take possession of it. Who knows what we will find? What new experiences or changes will come our way? What new needs will arise? In spite of the uncertainty before us, we have a cheerful and comforting message from our heavenly Father: "The Lord your God cares for [it]; the eyes of the Lord ... are continually on it from the beginning of the year to its end."
The Lord is to be our Source of supply. In Him are springs, fountains, and streams that will never be cut off or run dry. To those who are anxious comes the gracious promise of our heavenly Father: If He is the Source of our mercies, mercy will never fail us. No heat or drought can dry the "river whose streams make glad the city of God" (Ps. 46:4).
Yet the land we are to possess is a land of valleys and hills. It is not all flat or downhill. If life were always smooth and level, the boring sameness would weigh us down. We need the valleys and the hills. The hills collect the rain for hundreds of fruitful valleys. And so it is with us! It is the difficulty encountered on the hills that drives us to the throne of grace and brings the showers of blessing. Yes, it is the hills, the cold and seemingly barren hills of life that we question and complain about, that bring down the showers. How many people have perished in the wilderness valley, buried under its golden sand, who would have thrived in the hills? And how many would have been killed by the cold, destroyed or swept desolate of their fruitfulness by the wind, if not for the hills-stern, hard, rugged, and so steep to climb? God 's hills are a gracious protection for His people against their foes!
We cannot see what loss, sorrow, and trials are accomplishing. We need only to trust. The Father comes near to take our hand and lead us on our way today. It will be a good and blessed New Year!
He leads us on by paths we did not know; Upward He leads us, though our steps be slow, Though oft we faint and falter on the way, Though storms and darkness oft obscure the day; Yet when the clouds are gone, We know He leads us on.
He leads us on through all the unquiet years; Past all our dreamland hopes, and doubts and fears, He guides our steps, through all the tangled maze Of losses, sorrows, and o 'er clouded days; We know His will is done; And still He leads us on. Nicholaus Ludwig Zinzendorf
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The side rooms all around the temple were wider at each successive level. The structure surrounding the temple was built in ascending stages, so that the rooms widened as one went upward. A stairway went up from the lowest floor to the top floor through the middle floor. (Ezekiel 41:7)
Still upward be your onward course: For this I pray today; Still upward as the years go by, And seasons pass away.
Still upward in this coming year, Your path is all untried; Still upward may you journey on, Close by your Savior 's side.
Still upward although sorrow come, And trials crush your heart; Still upward may they draw your soul, With Christ to walk apart.
Still upward till the day shall break, And shadows all have flown; Still upward till in Heaven you wake, And stand before the throne.
We should never be content to rest in the mists of the valley when the summit of Mount Tabor awaits us. How pure is the dew of the hills, how fresh is the mountain air, how rich the food and drink of those who dwell above, whose windows look into the New Jerusalem! Many saints are content to live like people in coal mines, who never see the sun. Tears sadden their faces when they could be anointed with heavenly oil. I am convinced that many believers suffer in a dungeon when they could walk on a palace roof, viewing the lush landscape and Lebanon. Wake up, believers, from your lowly condition! Throw away your laziness, sluggishness, coldness, or whatever is interfering with your pure love for Christ. Make Him the Source, the Center, and the One who encompasses every delight of your soul. Refuse to be satisfied any longer with your meager accomplishments. Aspire to a higher, a nobler, and a fuller life. Upward to heaven! Nearer to God! Charles H. Spurgeon
I want to scale the utmost height, And catch a gleam of glory bright; But still I 'll pray, till heaven I 've found, Lord, lead me on to higher ground!
Not many of us are living at our best. We linger in the lowlands because we are afraid to climb the mountains. The steepness and ruggedness discourage us, so we stay in the mist of the valleys and never learn the mystery of the hills. We do not know what is lost by our self-indulgence, what glory awaits if we only have the courage to climb, or what blessings we will find if we will only ascend the mountains of God! J. R. M.
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Phils to honor loyal rehab pitching coach Arroyo
Longtime instructor to receive annual John Vukovich Award for character, efforts
To Arroyo's surprise, farm director Jim Baumer and Minor League coordinator Larry Rojas had another idea. The front office had decided to beef up the system with coaches at every level. They told the young Puerto Rican native to take the rest of the year off, try pitching in winter ball if he wanted, see how he felt. And then, if Arroyo still thought he couldn't play anymore, he could join the staff.
"They said, 'We want you to help out the young kids. You've been with the Phillies for awhile, and you know the system and you know how we teach,'" Arroyo said earlier this season while sitting in the lobby of Bright House Field. "They said, 'Next year, if you want to play, you can play. If you want to coach, you can coach. You're going to have a job no matter what.' I didn't know they liked me that much!"
He has been helping the young kids ever since.
Arroyo tried to throw that winter. The pain remained. So he's been all over the Minors -- at Bend and Sarasota, Spartanburg and Clearwater, Batavia and Martinsville, Reading and Piedmont. Arroyo has coordinated pitching at the team's academies in the Dominican Republic and Venezuela. He spent some time with the big club in 2001 and '02 as a mentor for Vicente Padilla. Arroyo is currently the rehab pitching coach. In all, he's been part of the organization for 37 years.
And, in recognition for all he's done, before Saturday's Toyota Alumni Night game against the Cardinals, Arroyo will receive the John Vukovich Award, which is given annually to an instructor in the organization who embodies the characteristic associated with the late Phillies coach: loyalty, dedication, competitiveness, knowledge, honesty and a terrific work ethic.
It's an honor that has special meaning for Arroyo because Vukovich was a friend and teammate.
General manager Ruben Amaro Jr., assistant GM of player personnel Benny Looper and player development director Joe Jordan receive nominations, review candidates and make the final decision for the award, which has been presented each season since 2007.
"It's great to be able to honor those who don't necessarily get a chance to be seen by the fans, by the people here in Philadelphia -- when many of these guys who work in our player development and scouting who are not as visible as some of the front office people who are here," Amaro said.
"[Arroyo] grew up in our organization. He's somebody who's kind of been one of those unsung heroes. He's worn a variety of different hats. He still works very closely with many of our Latin American players that come through Clearwater and other parts of our organization. He's one of those very unselfish grunt workers who had had a great impact on a lot of our young players throughout the years."
Just how special is this honor? Arroyo was signed by Ruben Amaro Sr. when the left-hander was just 15 years old.
"How about that? Now his son is our big league general manager," said Arroyo. "I remember Junior when he was just a bat boy. It's just amazing."
Arroyo's first Spring Training was in 1975, before being assigned to the Phillies' Appalachian League rookie affiliate in Pulaski, Va. He weighed just 160 pounds when he first arrived at the Carpenter Complex, and many mistook him for a middle infielder.
"I was amazed by all the big players," Arroyo recalled. "I was so skinny. Everybody else was so big. The Phillies were known for drafting big pitchers. When I first was on the mound, I looked around and said, 'You've got to be kidding me.' And they were throwing so hard. I was afraid, actually. I would cry at night because I was homesick."
Arroyo didn't speak English, either. But he took classes back home and adjusted quickly. Even when Arroyo didn't fully speak the language, he could read and understand conversations. And he always felt that the organization was looking out for him.
Arroyo never made it to the big leagues as a player, getting as close as Triple-A Oklahoma City from 1979-81. He came close, though. In 1980, he became the closer there and ended up with eight wins and 13 saves -- impressive numbers for the times. When Tug McGraw struggled early in the year, Arroyo heard whispers that he might be called up. Then McGraw righted himself, pitched brilliantly down the stretch and cemented his spot in Phillies history by striking out Kansas City's Willie Wilson to nail down the first World Series championship in franchise history.
Arroyo had opportunities to coach for other teams. The Mets got permission to talk to him several years ago, the Nationals more recently. But they were Minor League positions and, besides, he never really wanted to go anywhere else.
"I'll be honest with you -- at this point in my career, I'd feel weird if I went somewhere else and wore another uniform besides the Phillies'," Arroyo said. "That's just the way I feel. Maybe a lot of people don't feel that way because they've never been in one place that long, or they got used to bouncing around. I don't like to be bouncing around.
"I never thought I would be here all these years. I look back and I say, 'Wow.' Thirty-seven years have gone by and I'm still wearing the same uniform. It's been a long journey.
"My goal was to be a big league pitcher, and that was cut short. And as a coach, I just want to help people. Whatever it takes, I just want to help people be the best they can be. That's what I bring to the table. What can I do to make the Phillies better every day?"
Arroyo would like to retire with the Phillies -- just not anytime soon.
"I'm 53. This is my 28th year coaching. I'm hoping I can do it until at least my early 60s. It keeps you young, you know?" he said with a smile.
Today, doctors would have easily removed the bone chips from Arroyo's elbow and he could have continued trying to pitch. Maybe he would have had a long playing career. Or, just maybe, that injury turned out to be the best thing that could have happened to him.


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Become a Member of Genealogy Websites
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Trace your Ancestors
Special Low Subscription Prices to Genealogy Websites
Special Deals
Subscribe to 6 genealogy websites - $150.00 for one year. Save $335.00. Note: We have limited space. 1 space available now.
- GeorgiaPioneers.com
- KentuckyPioneers.com
- NorthCarolinaPioneers.com
- SouthCarolinaPioneers.net
- VirginiaPioneers.net
- Genealogy-Books.com
Option: Automatic Renewal. We will hold your space if you choose this option! That means that no matter how many years pass, your subscription rate for the above 6 websites will always be $151.00 Need for the above subscription to renew itself annually for the same low bargain price? This popular subscription is not always available due to space. We can hold your space and guarantee this rate (and you may continue using the password initially provided). If you wish an automatic renewal each, click below. You can still cancel this PayPal transaction, but in order to avoid the rebilling, you must cancel before the rebilling date (which is the date of your subscription order) by going to your PayPal account. No refunds. $151.00 for one year subscription to the same 6 genealogy websites (designated above) except that the subscription automatically renews itself annually.
|2-year subscription to Georgia Pioneers.com (for the same price as one year) - $100.00
Special Package Deal - GA, VA, SC. Subscribe to Georgia Pioneers.com, Virginia Pioneers.net and South Carolina Pioneers.net for 1 year - $110.00
Special Package Deal - NC, VA, SC. Subscribe to 3 genealogy websites for 1 year - $100.00
North Carolina Pioneers.com
Virginia Pioneers.net
South Carolina Pioneers.net
Special Package Deal - GA, SC. Subscribe to 2 websites for 1 year - $125.00 (save $100)
Georgia Pioneers.com
South Carolina Pioneers.net
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Disclaimer: We do not guarantee that you will find your ancestors. See (What'sWhat) on any one of the websites listed above to make certain that this information will fit your needs.