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A Multivariate Model Of Parent-Adolescent Relationship Variables In Early Adolescence, Cliff Mckinney Jan 2009

A Multivariate Model Of Parent-Adolescent Relationship Variables In Early Adolescence, Cliff Mckinney

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The purpose of this study is to examine a multivariate model of parent-adolescent relationship variables, including parenting, family environment, expectations and conflict. These variables are examined simultaneously to investigate their relationships with adolescent adjustment in early adolescence. The sample for the current study consists of 710 culturally diverse participants who range in age from 11- to 14-years and who attend a middle school in a Southeastern state. Of these participants, 487 have a mother and father who participated in this study as well. Correlation analyses indicate that parental warmth and overprotection, family cohesion and adaptability, developmental expectations, and conflict are …

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Optical Nonlinear Interactions In Dielectric Nano-Suspensions, Ramy El-Ganainy Jan 2009

Optical Nonlinear Interactions In Dielectric Nano-Suspensions, Ramy El-Ganainy

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This work is divided into two main parts. In the first part (chapters 2-7) we consider the nonlinear response of nano-particle colloidal systems. Starting from the Nernst-Planck and Smoluchowski equations, we demonstrate that in these arrangements the underlying nonlinearities as well as the nonlinear Rayleigh losses depend exponentially on optical intensity. Two different nonlinear regimes are identified depending on the refractive index contrast of the nanoparticles involved and the interesting prospect of self-induced transparency is demonstrated. Soliton stability is systematically analyzed for both 1D and 2D configurations and their propagation dynamics in the presence of Rayleigh losses is examined. We …

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Gabor Domain Optical Coherence Microscopy, Supraja Murali Jan 2009

Gabor Domain Optical Coherence Microscopy, Supraja Murali

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Time domain Optical Coherence Tomography (TD-OCT), first reported in 1991, makes use of the low temporal coherence properties of a NIR broadband laser to create depth sectioning of up to 2mm under the surface using optical interferometry and point to point scanning. Prior and ongoing work in OCT in the research community has concentrated on improving axial resolution through the development of broadband sources and speed of image acquisition through new techniques such as Spectral domain OCT (SD-OCT). In SD-OCT, an entire depth scan is acquired at once with a low numerical aperture (NA) objective lens focused at a fixed …

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Femtosecond Laser Written Volumetric Diffractive Optical Elements And Their Applications, Jiyeon Choi Jan 2009

Femtosecond Laser Written Volumetric Diffractive Optical Elements And Their Applications, Jiyeon Choi

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Since the first demonstration of femtosecond laser written waveguides in 1996, femtosecond laser direct writing (FLDW) has been providing a versatile means to fabricate embedded 3-D microstructures in transparent materials. The key mechanisms are nonlinear absorption processes that occur when a laser beam is tightly focused into a material and the intensity of the focused beam reaches the range creating enough free electrons to induce structural modification. One of the most useful features that can be exploited in fabricating photonic structures is the refractive index change which results from the localized energy deposition. The laser processing system for FLDW can …

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Epigenetic Control Mechanisms In Somatic Cells Mediated By Dna Methyltransferase 1, Bongyong Lee Jan 2009

Epigenetic Control Mechanisms In Somatic Cells Mediated By Dna Methyltransferase 1, Bongyong Lee

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DNA methylation regulates gene expression through a complex network of protein/protein and protein/DNA interactions in chromatin. The maintenance methylase, DNA methyltransferase 1 (DNMT1), is a prominent enzyme in the process that is linked to DNA replication and drives the heritable nature of epigenetic modifications in somatic cells. The mechanistic details that explain how DNMT1 catalytic action is directed in a chromatin setting are not well understood. We hypothesize that post translational modifications and a variety of protein-protein interactions processes are key regulatory elements that set the methylation of CpG elements essential for normal growth behavior in somatic cells. These fundamental …

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Through The Kaleidoscope Lens - The Affects Of The Dramatic Process And Product On The Lives Of Actors With Disabilities, Karen Weberman Jan 2009

Through The Kaleidoscope Lens - The Affects Of The Dramatic Process And Product On The Lives Of Actors With Disabilities, Karen Weberman

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This case study investigates how participating in the process of drama and the product of theatre affects the lives of persons with developmental and physical disabilities. In the summer of 2008, I documented the experiences of the actors in Kaleidoscope, a five-week musical theatre program in which 18 teenagers and adults created an original musical theatre production through a partnership between Asolo Repertory Theatre and Community Haven for Adults and Children with Disabilities in Sarasota, Florida. In an effort to understand how moving through the rehearsal process and culminating product influenced and changed the lives of the actors within the …

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Torah, Tradition, And Trina: Analysis And Development Of Trina In William Finn's Falsettos From A Faith-Based Perspective, Margaret-Ellen Jeffreys Jan 2009

Torah, Tradition, And Trina: Analysis And Development Of Trina In William Finn's Falsettos From A Faith-Based Perspective, Margaret-Ellen Jeffreys

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When an actor approaches a character, s/he examines many facets of the play-the setting, the time period, the politics surrounding both of the former. S/he also looks into elements of the character-any noted physical attributes in the text, his/her financial and social status, what s/he wants and what obstacles are standing in his/her way. Often the last thing that the actor studies is the character's spiritual and/or religious life. When I was cast as Trina in UCF's production of Falsettos in the winter of 2005, I knew I wanted to approach the character from an oft-neglected area: her faith. Judaism …

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Cultivating Strong Citizens Through Public Education: Greek And Roman Methodology As A Pedagogical Approach In Public Education, Krystina Sarff Jan 2009

Cultivating Strong Citizens Through Public Education: Greek And Roman Methodology As A Pedagogical Approach In Public Education, Krystina Sarff

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The ancient Greeks were a group of people who valued intelligence and athleticism above all other human traits; because of their focus, their society became one of the most revered and advanced civilizations in all of history. They were able to significantly influence the Roman Empire's philosophers, rhetoric, and education system. In order for the United States wants to match the Greeks' paramount feats, citizens have to become more learned and fit. The future intellectual development of the United States is at risk of halting progress as a nation if action is not taken. Quintilian's educational philosophies stimulate students' brainpower, …

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 111, December 5, 2008 Dec 2008

Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 111, December 5, 2008

Central Florida Future

Football player sent to hospital; Book prices still on the rise; Virtual rehabilitation; VOX tries to prevent HPV; Four-wheeled steeds prowl UCF campus.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 110, December 3, 2008 Dec 2008

Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 110, December 3, 2008

Central Florida Future

Knights get in shape in their way; No green on grass; Golden Rule; One gay group to take action; Education and the Web look for happy medium; The trials, rewards of being in honors; Eligibility.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 109, December 1, 2008 Dec 2008

Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 109, December 1, 2008

Central Florida Future

Homelessness to rise as the economy sinks; Blaze of despair; Gay day strikes for equality; Graduate schools see more interest; Boba tea time around UCF.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 108, November 26, 2008 Nov 2008

Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 108, November 26, 2008

Central Florida Future

Union stays open for final exams; The legacy after math; Black Friday looking blue; Speakers get a place to practice; Study shows some colleges view sites.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 107, November 24, 2008 Nov 2008

Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 107, November 24, 2008

Central Florida Future

Culture clubs rock International Fair; Saying 'Thank you'; Volunteer opportunities; Crist wants tuition increase; Evolution meets its probability; SGA Senate picks new pro tempore.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 106, November 21, 2008 Nov 2008

Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 106, November 21, 2008

Central Florida Future

Local bands play concert for charity; Students sell work, bond with community; Deal brings $1 mil. to UCF; Creativity and community; Operation Christmas brings gifts to kids; Students bring home China.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 105, November 19, 2008 Nov 2008

Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 105, November 19, 2008

Central Florida Future

Laughing gas to power two rockets; Central Florida Future Housing Fair hits UCF; Overall burglary reports on rise; 'Intern Queen' dishes her secret; Banquet to show levels of inequality; Team Fortress takes first win.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 104, November 17, 2008 Nov 2008

Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 104, November 17, 2008

Central Florida Future

UCF alum, bands Rock For Hunger; Alert system coming soon; Getting physical; A green message at speech contest; Sorority hosts bash for cancer support.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 103, November 14, 2008 Nov 2008

Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 103, November 14, 2008

Central Florida Future

Union displays students' works; 50 days and nights of lights; UCF brings holiday cheer to campus; Light up UCF events; Theater breaks 2008 Glass; Christmas project to bring holiday joy; Cornerstone class gives back; New Hope for Kids.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 101, November 10, 2008 Nov 2008

Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 101, November 10, 2008

Central Florida Future

2008 UCF Homecoming; Students swarm to UCF's biggest pool party; Special cleanup required after Homecoming; Homecoming king and queen chosen at game; Cause of faulty bricks assessed; SGA will expand shuttle program.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 112, December 8, 2008 Nov 2008

Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 112, December 8, 2008

Central Florida Future

It's a beautiful sight, sliding on ice; Christmakkuh greetings for all!; Greeks share the Holidays; Eleven car thefts at UCF since Oct.; Let the game creating begin; Changes to Union give UCF a new study hall.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 99, November 5, 2008 Nov 2008

Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 99, November 5, 2008

Central Florida Future

UCF team wins Battle of the Brains; 2008 UCF Homecoming; Panic!, T's, Dashboard, The Cab: oh my!; Indiana Jones' quest gets students in Homecoming spirit; thousands of students anticipated for Skit Knight tonight; Enviro author to speak on book; Shuttle ridership reaches new levels.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 98, November 3, 2008 Nov 2008

Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 98, November 3, 2008

Central Florida Future

Trick-or-Treating for a good cause; Trick-or-Treating for UNICEF; She's got a little Cap'n in her; Knight Protection promotes safe sex; 2008 UCF Homecoming; Comedy Knight plans laughs; Service Day cleans and greens; Movie Knight whips out Indiana Jones.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 95, October 27, 2008 Oct 2008

Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 95, October 27, 2008

Central Florida Future

Threatening note' shuts down lot; Acting up for votes; Grads, SGA mingle at event; Charity cook-off a cornerstone

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 94, October 24, 2008 Oct 2008

Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 94, October 24, 2008

Central Florida Future

Embattled senator vindicated; These high-heels are made for walking; Lights off in attempt to save; Green conference draws UCF speakers; Task Force releases report; Drinking levels among youth.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 93, October 22, 2008 Oct 2008

Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 93, October 22, 2008

Central Florida Future

Student arrested after explosion; Last stand in Orlando; Senator to appeal impeachment today; Business claims their own; 2008 Hall of Fame Inductees Include.

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Sandspur, Vol 115, No 08, October 17, 2008, Rollins College Oct 2008

Sandspur, Vol 115, No 08, October 17, 2008, Rollins College

The Rollins Sandspur

Rollins College student newspaper, written by the students and published at Rollins College. The Sandspur started as a literary journal.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 90, October 15, 2008 Oct 2008

Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 90, October 15, 2008

Central Florida Future

Debating the origin of man; Life's an Odyssey; Man robbed at UCF complex; Faculty union and BOT talk contracts; New club builds for a cause.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 89, October 13, 2008 Oct 2008

Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 89, October 13, 2008

Central Florida Future

UCF joins national study; Speed kills; Student shot near campus; Jewish holiday not dampened by rain; Yom Kippur; 40 spots, 3,544 applicants.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 88, October 10, 2008 Oct 2008

Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 88, October 10, 2008

Central Florida Future

Student's cause of death pending; When East meets the student Union; Student model suing gay mag; Dining stats new program on Monday; Minority presidents converse.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 86, October 6, 2008 Oct 2008

Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 86, October 6, 2008

Central Florida Future

Two frats face hazing allegations; UCF turns the big 40; Senate opposes marriage initiative; Fire prevention month spurs practice drills; Author Alvarez to speak at Union.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 85, October 3, 2008 Oct 2008

Central Florida Future, Vol. 40 No. 85, October 3, 2008

Central Florida Future

Real UCF ticket wins most Senate seats; Presidential backing; UCF alters Mall tailgating rules; UCF's Solar Energy Center looks at PV; SEGIS; William J. Clinton.

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