Defence Science and Technology Laboratory

About: Defence Science and Technology Laboratory is a government organization based out in Salisbury, United Kingdom. It is known for research contribution in the topics: Burkholderia pseudomallei & Francisella tularensis. The organization has 926 authors who have published 1242 publications receiving 30091 citations. The organization is also known as: Dstl & [dstl].

Pyrolytic and Elemental Analysis of Decomposition Products from a Phenolic Resin

Abstract: Summary Research into elucidation of the decomposition mechanism of phenolic resin is being undertaken at the United Kingdom Defence Science and Technology Laboratory. In spite of the widespread use of phenolic resins the underlying decomposition mechanism is not yet fully understood. Central to understanding the mechanism is knowledge of the chemical products formed during the decomposition process and their respective quantities. Pyrolysis-gas chromatography-mass spectrometry and pyrolysis-Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy techniques have been developed to quantify the volatile organic compounds (VOCs), the permanent gases and water generated from the thermal decomposition of a phenolic resin. The VOCs and permanent gases that are produced during pyrolysis of phenolic resin have been identified. Quantitative analysis of the pyrolysis products has been undertaken and the initial results indicate that heating rate affects the composition of the products. Elemental analysis of the residue has been performed.

Modeling and aiding intuition in organizational decision making: a call for bridging academia and practice

Abstract: This commentary provides our reflections on the special issue ‘Modeling and aiding intuition in organizational decision making’ (Marewski & Hoffrage, 2015). First, we reflect upon our experience of researching, consulting and teaching in this field. Second, we offer suggestions on how we might continue to learn from Klein and his colleagues’ research experiences, preserving rich examples of intuitive decision making processes. Third, we note the challenges of both the Naturalistic Decision Making and the ‘Nudge’ approach to decision making for organizations, contrasting academic research and applications. We call for a more pragmatic psychology that aims for a better understanding of professionals’ domain-specific intuition, and for an improved evidence base to inform organizational policy and practice.

Isotopically Labelled Phosphorus Compounds: Some Deuterated Methyl and Ethyl Derivatives

Abstract: The synthesis of fifteen phosphylated compounds having P─OCD3, P─CD3, or P─OCD2CH3 groups is described. Selective chemistry for the precise placement of the deuterated groups was devised, and the products were isolated in a high purity in generally good yields. The compounds were required to study their behavior after electrospray ionization in an ion trap mass spectrometer.

Antimicrobials for bacterial bioterrorism agents

Abstract: The limitations of current antimicrobials for highly virulent pathogens considered as potential bioterrorism agents drives the requirement for new antimicrobials that are suitable for use in populations in the event of a deliberate release. Strategies targeting bacterial virulence offer the potential for new countermeasures to combat bacterial bioterrorism agents, including those active against a broad spectrum of pathogens. Although early in the development of antivirulence approaches, inhibitors of bacterial type III secretion systems and cell division mechanisms show promise for the future.