Measurements of the total ion yield (TIY) x-ray absorption spectrum (XAS) of liquid water by Wilson et al. (2002 J. Phys.: Condens. Matter 14 L221 and 2001 J. Phys. Chem. B 105 3346) have been revisited in light of new experimental and theoretical efforts by our group. Previously, the TIY spectrum was interpreted as a distinct measure of the electronic structure of the liquid water surface. However, our new results indicate that the previously obtained spectrum may have suffered from as yet unidentified experimental artifacts. Although computational results indicate that the liquid water surface should exhibit a TIY-XAS that is fundamentally distinguishable from the bulk liquid XAS, the new experimental results suggest that the observable TIY-XAS is actually nearly identical in appearance to the total electron yield (TEY-)XAS, which is a bulk probe. This surprising similarity between the observed TIY-XAS and TEY-XAS likely results from large contributions from x-ray induced electron stimulated desorption of ions, and does not necessarily indicate that the electronic structure of the bulk liquid and liquid surface are identical.

Semi-weekly newspaper from Bastrop, Texas that includes local, state and national news along with advertising.

Inspired by the efficiency and selectivity of enzymes, synthetic chemists have designed and prepared a wide range of host molecules that can bind smaller molecules with their cavities; this area has become known as 'supramolecular' or 'host-guest' chemistry. Pioneered by Lehn, Cram, Pedersen, and Breslow, and followed up by a large number of more recent investigators, it has been found that the chemical environment in each assembly - defined by the size, shape, charge, and functional group availability - greatly influences the guest-binding characteristics of these compounds. In contrast to the large number of binding studies that have been carried out in this area, the exploration of chemistry - especially catalytic chemistry - that can take place inside supramolecular host cavities is still in its infancy. For example, until the work described here was carried out, very few examples of organometallic reactivity inside supramolecular hosts were known, especially in water solution. For that reason, our group and the group directed by Kenneth Raymond decided to take advantage of our complementary expertise and attempt to carry out metal-mediated C-H bond activation reactions in water-soluble supramolecular systems. This article begins by providing background from the Raymond group in supramolecular coordination chemistry and …

Program for a concert featuring Oleta Adams and produced by the Black Academy of Arts and Letters on February 16, 2008 at the Naomi Bruton Theater.

Daily newspaper from Baytown, Texas that includes local, state, and national news along with advertising.

Funeral program for Hylon L. Adams, born March 9, 1937 and died February 12, 2008. The funeral was held February 16, 2008 at F. E. Lewis Memorial Chapel, officiated by Rev. Dr. Raymond Bryant. The funeral arrangements were made through Lewis Funeral Home and he was buried in Meadowlawn Memorial Park in San Antonio, Texas.

Funeral program for Mrs. Aisha Rene Demps-Young, born February 28, 1979 and died February 8, 2008. The funeral was held February 16, 2008 at Greater Good News Baptist Church, officiated by Bishop K. W. McIntyre. Funeral arrangements were made through D. W. Brooks Funeral Home, and she was buried in Meadowlawn Memorial Park in San Antonio, Texas.

Printed obituary for Grace Rosanky Putnam Jones, a WASP from class 43-W-7 who had a popular fashion store in Salado, Texas. Pictures of the inside and outside of the store can be seen included.

Video recording from The Black Academy of Arts and Letters recorded during their Heart of Soul event in 2008. This video features a concert performance by artist Oleta Adams live on the Naomi Bruton Main Stage. The video briefly begins pixelated.

Video recording from The Black Academy of Arts and Letters recorded during their Heart of Soul event in 2008. This video features a concert performance by artist Oleta Adams live on the Naomi Bruton Main Stage. The video briefly begins pixelated. This video is Part 1 of 2 of the event.

Video recording from The Black Academy of Arts and Letters recorded during their Heart of Soul event in 2008. This video features a concert performance by artist Oleta Adams live on the Naomi Bruton Main Stage. The video briefly begins pixelated.

Daily newspaper from Perry, Oklahoma that includes local, state, and national news along with advertising.