Abstract: A method for generating mid-infrared light by maintaining multiple quantum well (MQW) structures based on the alloy systems PbSrZ and PbSnZ, where Z is S, Se, or Te, at temperatures in the range of from about 5° C. to about 55° C. and pumping the MQW structures with a shorter wavelength laser pump beam or with an electrical current is provided.

Abstract: A light-emitting, specifically electroluminescent, europium-containing Group IIA fluoride epitaxial layer on silicon with a europium concentration in the range of from about 4 to about 40 wt % and a molecular beam epitaxy method for growth thereof are provided. Also provided is a light-emitting, specifically electroluminescent, device including a europium-containing Group IIA fluoride epitaxial layer on silicon with a europium concentration in the range of from about 4 to about 40 wt %. The Group IIA fluoride layer exhibits electroluminescence in the wavelength range of from about 450 to about 700 nm.

Abstract: Described is a method of detecting the presence of Lyme Disease organism comprising the steps of (a) combining a sample with an oligonucleotide probe for the organism; (b) hybridizing the probe with the organism; and (c) determining the presence of the organism hybridized with the probe. Also described is a kit containing a hybridization buffer, a labeled probe, and filter assemblies on which the hybridized product may be placed during the hybridization reaction. The kit may also contain positive and negative control filters to assist in the evaluation of unknown specimens.