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A Comparison Of Print Advertisements To Corresponding Web Sites: Are Marketers On Target, Sarah Jo Sautter May 1997

A Comparison Of Print Advertisements To Corresponding Web Sites: Are Marketers On Target, Sarah Jo Sautter

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Technological advances constantly make lives easier and information more accessible. Marketers seek the best ways to communicate with their prospects. This means keeping pace with technology, and being a pioneer in the industry. The Internet is one communication medium growing in popularity among marketers. As a new advertising medium, companies rush to beat their competitors, and many others follow. As a result, Web addresses are found in traditional media like television, radio and especially print.

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Signal Transduction Pathways In Volvox Carteri, Heide Girardin May 1997

Signal Transduction Pathways In Volvox Carteri, Heide Girardin

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The green alga Volvox carteri exhibits a virtual absence of protein synthesis in the dark, but begins synthesizing proteins necessary for growth and development almost immediately after exposure to the light. The regulation of protein synthesis in this system is known to be translational since extracts prepared in the dark have identical pools and quantities of mRNA as extracts prepared in the light (Kirk and Kirk, 1983). Exploration of the mechanism of translational regulation has led us to consider the importance of signal transduction pathways. By using a variety of commercially available drugs that affect specific components of known signaling …

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Celluloid Blackness : Race, Modernity, And The Conflicted Roots Of American Cinema (1915-1939), Lincoln Farr May 1997

Celluloid Blackness : Race, Modernity, And The Conflicted Roots Of American Cinema (1915-1939), Lincoln Farr

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Introduction: "The Problem of the Twentieth Century" In a full page interview in the New York Times on May 29, 1912, the Swiss psychiatrist Dr. Carl G. Jung told the American people, "It seems to me that you are about to discover yourselves. You have discovered everything else-all the land of this continent; all the resources, all the hidden things of nature."Jung used the interview to address the American people, at a moment which he somehow recognized as crucial in the development of human civilization. America, the "tragic" country which he struggled to comprehend, would soon become the harbinger of …

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Power Of The Party: An Assessment Of Political Party Impact On The Nomination Processes For The U.S. House Of Representatives, Cary Gibson May 1997

Power Of The Party: An Assessment Of Political Party Impact On The Nomination Processes For The U.S. House Of Representatives, Cary Gibson

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In 1942, prominent political scientist E.E. Schattschneider said of the importance of the nomination to political parties: "Unless the party makes authoritative and effective nominations, it cannot stay in business...The nature of the nomination procedure determines the nature of the party; he who can make nominations is the owner of the party."l Statements such as this articulate the importance of the nominating power to political parties: the ability to make effective nominations is an integral part of their function in the electoral system. However, throughout this century, American political parties have been witness to a startling decline in their ability …

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On Some New Constructions Of Difference Sets, Sarah Agnes Spence May 1997

On Some New Constructions Of Difference Sets, Sarah Agnes Spence

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Difference sets are mathematical structures which arise in algebra and combinatorics, with applications in coding theory. The fundamental question is when and how one can construct difference sets. This largely expository paper looks at standard construction methods and describes recent findings that resulted in new families of difference sets. This paper provides explicit examples of difference sets that arise from the recent constructions. By gaining a thorough understanding of these new techniques, it may be possible to generalize the results to find additional new families of difference sets. The paper also introduces partial and relative difference sets and discusses how …

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Exculpatory Agreements--A Dilemma For The Courts And A Problem For Society, Khrystal Kay Ross May 1997

Exculpatory Agreements--A Dilemma For The Courts And A Problem For Society, Khrystal Kay Ross

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No abstract provided.

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Electrophysiological Correlates Of Reading Processes In School Age Children, Catherine E. Scott May 1997

Electrophysiological Correlates Of Reading Processes In School Age Children, Catherine E. Scott

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Orthographic and phonological decoding skills are known to be important for learning to read. In an attempt to develop physiologically based screening tools which may identify children at risk for developing these skills, Auditory Event Related Potentials (ERP) were recorded from 84 nine-year-olds to a series of Probe tones while they were engaged in a series of orthographic, phonological, and spelling tasks. Electrodes were applied over both hemispheres at the frontal, temporal, and parietal regions of the scalp. Analyses focus on the relationship between hemisphere differences and children's performance on each of these tasks.

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Kronecker Product Factorization Of De Boor's Mixed-Radix Fft, Leonard Hoffnung May 1997

Kronecker Product Factorization Of De Boor's Mixed-Radix Fft, Leonard Hoffnung

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A Test Of The Hypothesis About Hardiness As An Index Of Mental Health, Anna Andersen May 1997

A Test Of The Hypothesis About Hardiness As An Index Of Mental Health, Anna Andersen

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Previous studies have examined the relationship between Hardiness and health. This study tested the hypothesis that Hardiness is a measure of mental health using positive indicators of adjustment. Undergraduates were given the Dispositional Resilience Scale, Self-Efficacy Scale, Life Orientation Test, Positive and Negative Affect Schedule, and Self-Esteem Scale. Results strongly supported the hypothesis.

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Justice As Fairness And The American Welfare Reform Debate, Lynette A. Whitfield May 1997

Justice As Fairness And The American Welfare Reform Debate, Lynette A. Whitfield

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Tidy Endings (Screenplay), Brian Scott Ferdman May 1997

Tidy Endings (Screenplay), Brian Scott Ferdman

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Establishing A Protocol For Dexamethasone Suppression Testing In Mice, Kimberly Michelle Koerner May 1997

Establishing A Protocol For Dexamethasone Suppression Testing In Mice, Kimberly Michelle Koerner

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Dexamethasone is a synthetic glucocorticoid which can be used to suppress the levels of glucocorticoids in the body. Thus the dexamethasone suppression test is used to evaluate the function of the negative feedback control of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis (HPA axis). While a protocol for dexamethasone suppression testing in rats and humans has been established, an acceptable program for administration of dexamethasone to mice was lacking. In this study, mice transgenic for growth hormone, which are hypothesized to exhibit abnormal HPA control, and their normal littermates were used in three different trials in an attempt to examine the effects of dexamethasone …

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Segundo Viernes: Miracle In The Valley Of The Butterflies, Colleen Springer May 1997

Segundo Viernes: Miracle In The Valley Of The Butterflies, Colleen Springer

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No abstract provided.

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Procedural Analysis: A Historical Study Of The Growth And Influence Of Radio Broadcasting In Southern Illinois, Shannon Michael Taylor May 1997

Procedural Analysis: A Historical Study Of The Growth And Influence Of Radio Broadcasting In Southern Illinois, Shannon Michael Taylor

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No abstract provided.

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Annual Inspection Of Piper Pa-28-180; N9520j, Jack Greenwood May 1997

Annual Inspection Of Piper Pa-28-180; N9520j, Jack Greenwood

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The Effects Of Parental Occupation On Role-Playing In Children, Michele L. Warner May 1997

The Effects Of Parental Occupation On Role-Playing In Children, Michele L. Warner

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This study examined the relationship between the mother's occupational status and the type of play behaviors children engage in. There were 50 children (25 same-sex pairs) examined for this study. They were 5 years of age. The children were timed according to how much time they spent with "girl toys" along with the time they spent mutually interacting with one another. The findings suggest that there are gender differences in toy preferences. However, there are not significant differences between children who have stay-at-home moms and those whose moms work outside the home.

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Effects Of Acid Mine Drainage On Stream Fish Assemblages In The North Chickamauga Creek Watershed, Tennessee, Kristie J. Jenkins Apr 1997

Effects Of Acid Mine Drainage On Stream Fish Assemblages In The North Chickamauga Creek Watershed, Tennessee, Kristie J. Jenkins

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Approximately 18 miles of the NCC system, Tennessee is polluted by acid mine drainage (AMD). The effects of AMD upon the North Chickamauga Creek (NCC) system were evaluated from water quality measurements, habitat assessments, and fish collections. Sampling surveys were conducted at three AMO-impacted (pH < 5.5) and two reference sites (pH> 6.2) in the NCC system. Stream fish were collected using backpack electroshockers and hoop nets. A total of seven species were collected at the reference sites, whereas three species were collected at the AMO-impacted sites. Fish abundance was significantly greater (P < 0.1) at the reference sites than at the AMO-impacted sites, regardless of the sampling technique. No fish were collected at one of the AMO-impacted streams where the pH was <5 and the concentration of dissolved aluminum was > 700 mg/L. Results of my study indicate that fish populations were affected more by …

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The Pratt & Whitney 4060: Power For The Future, Gregory Sumner Apr 1997

The Pratt & Whitney 4060: Power For The Future, Gregory Sumner

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The Pratt & Whitney 4000 engine platform is considered the most economical turbofan engine in its class. It is advertised as providing the most efficient service and the most reliability for air carriers. United Airlines utilizes the company's engines. The paper begins with basic turbine engine theory and moves on to engine classifications, where the Pratt & Whitney 4060 is introduced. The systems are covered in detail. Maintenance areas of service and inspections are described to show how personnel may interact with the computers. Finally, a description of activities during the author's internship describe the interesting facets of a semester …

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Us/Japanese Trade Policy: A Defense Of Limited Unilateralism, Stephen D. Behnke Apr 1997

Us/Japanese Trade Policy: A Defense Of Limited Unilateralism, Stephen D. Behnke

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With the end of the Cold War, the Soviet threat is no longer a factor in our formulation of trade policy with Japan. In days past, the State Department cited geopolitical concerns in its on-going battle with those sections of the government who were more willing to slap trade restrictions on Japan for alleged unfair trading practices. Until the early 1970s, United States trade policy was almost totally subjugated to winning the Cold War; our market was thrown open to imports even if others were not. Back then, though, this was not only a wise Cold War "military tactic," but …

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Toward An Authentically Anti-Racist Curriculum, Jeremy D. Dowsett Apr 1997

Toward An Authentically Anti-Racist Curriculum, Jeremy D. Dowsett

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Below I will address the failure of racial essentialist multiculturalism's approach toward combating racism, the confining and backward logic upon which identity politics multiculturalism is founded, the excesses of poststructuralist multiculturalism, and finally, in an attempt to show these theories in practice, I will move to the classroom and explore the ramifications of these strands of multiculturalism on the teaching of history and English. Part Two of this essay consists of a curriculum designed to address the shortcomings of the pedagogies mentioned above.

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Telemetric Torque Measurement System, Jason Joseph, Francisco Sinta, Jeff Williams Apr 1997

Telemetric Torque Measurement System, Jason Joseph, Francisco Sinta, Jeff Williams

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The Telemetric Torque Measurement System(TTMS) was designed to measure the torque produced by a snowmobile engine. The design of the TTMS was refined and modified in stages, leading to the final design. The TTMS consists of two basic sections: the transmitter section and the frequency demodulator section. The transmitter section effectively measures the torque on a snowmobilejack-shaft. The torque signal is converted into a voltage which is then fed into a voltage to frequency converter and converted into an audio tone. This tone is broadcast in the FM broadcast band via an FM transmitter. An FM receiver then receives the …

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Michigan State Government Employment Sector: Are We In Line With The National Trends?, Thomas Walter Cronkright Ii Apr 1997

Michigan State Government Employment Sector: Are We In Line With The National Trends?, Thomas Walter Cronkright Ii

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Examines the national trends of employment to make a comparison for Michigan State government employment. Results show that Michigan's public employment trends do not follow national employment trends in a comparable way. Michigan is distinct from the nation for several reasons: a hiring freeze placed on Michigan State Departments, higher levels of union participation and employee pay, and benefits packages that cost more than the Executive Branch of the U.S. government. Thus, either Michigan provides superior benefits or it pays a premium for those benefits. Suggests further research is needed.

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Empowerment In The United States Congress, James D. Mark, Christopher J. Poulos Apr 1997

Empowerment In The United States Congress, James D. Mark, Christopher J. Poulos

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The purpose of the forthcoming study is to gain an understanding of how empowerment is utilized in the political arena. The project will primarily deal with Congress and the relations between Members. With all of the facets of the legislative branch, it is necessary to narrow this study to several aspects of the body. Due to the diversity of Congressional Members and the formal structure of House and Senate committees, this investigation will serve to provide a concentrated, yet thorough analysis of the presence of empowerment.

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A Company Specific Analysis Of The Capital Budgeting Process As It Pertains To A Zero Emissions Mandate On The American Automobile Industry, Brian M. Woodcock Apr 1997

A Company Specific Analysis Of The Capital Budgeting Process As It Pertains To A Zero Emissions Mandate On The American Automobile Industry, Brian M. Woodcock

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The rapid growth of the U.S. auto industry in the 20th century has led to a fast-paced society that emphasizes the importance of convenience and time-efficiency. Consequently, the cost of this society has been high levels of emissions, causing pollution to the surrounding environment. General Motors' attempt at a solution to the problem is their introduction of the first electric vehicle known as the EV1. The EV1 has the potential to meet society's transportation demands and to create a more pollution-free environment. However, in a free market economy, the price tag for a solution such as GM's may currently be …

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A Study Of Discipline Based Art Education With Application To The Museum/School Relationship In The Chattanooga Area, Cheryl Ann Bohlken Apr 1997

A Study Of Discipline Based Art Education With Application To The Museum/School Relationship In The Chattanooga Area, Cheryl Ann Bohlken

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This paper investigates the effects of DBAE on the museum/school relationship. The relationship between schools and museums was determined on a national level by contrasting museums that have been exposed to the theories of DBAE through their affiliation with the Getty Center for Education in the Arts (here after referred to as the Getty Institute for Education in the Arts or GIEA) and museums that are not affiliated with the GIEA. A similar study was conducted on a local level by contrasting the actions and attitudes of Chattanooga area art educators who have received training from the GIEA grant funded …

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Angle-Resolved Study Of Ar 2p₁/₂,₃/₂⁻1Ns,D Resonant Auger Decay, Marc Andrew Humphrey Apr 1997

Angle-Resolved Study Of Ar 2p₁/₂,₃/₂⁻1Ns,D Resonant Auger Decay, Marc Andrew Humphrey

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Angle-resolved measurements of the Ar 2p1/2,3/2-14s,3d,4d and 2p3/2-14s,3d,4d resonant Auger transitions have been carried out using photons from an undulator beamline at the Advanced Light Source of Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. The intensity distributions and angular distribution anisotropy (β) parameters have been reported for nearly all of the possible 3p4nl final ionic states. These results further verify the predictions of the spectator model for the 2p1/2,3/2-14s resonances and the subsequent breakdown of this model for the 2p1/2,3/2-13d and 2p1/2,3/2-14d relative intensities. This work …

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Local Contribution, National Prominence: The Impact Of A.R. Casavant On Marching Band History, Sherry Hoff Apr 1997

Local Contribution, National Prominence: The Impact Of A.R. Casavant On Marching Band History, Sherry Hoff

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Within the field of music education, the history of marching band in public schools has not been thoroughly treated. By documenting the contributions of individuals in marching band, it is possible to obtain a better understanding of the position of marching band in education. A. R. Casavant gained national prominence through a theoretical approach to marching band instruction, execution, and drill design called precision drill. Formerly the band director at Chattanooga City High School, Casavant is currently retired and residing in Chattanooga, TN. The purpose of this project is to document and examine his contribution to education through the marching …

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Temporal Flocking And Cacophony Simulating Agent Communication In A Noisy Environment, Jessica R. Crawford Apr 1997

Temporal Flocking And Cacophony Simulating Agent Communication In A Noisy Environment, Jessica R. Crawford

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Realistic communication is one of the most difficult aspects of simulating group behavior because the patterns produced by group communication are complex and not easily definable. In this paper, we present a model, developed using artificial life methodology, for creating simulations of group communication. Our model employs autonomous, artificial agents to produce emergent group behavior that resembles the communication patterns of a group, specifically, a flock of birds. Each agent collects information about its environment and its neighbors and follows a set of rules designed to meet both group goals and individual agent goals. Because we seek to establish emergent …

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Acid Mine Drainage And Its Effects On Salamander Assemblages In Cumberland Plateau Streams Of The North Chickamauga Creek Watershed, Tennessee, Melissa Combs Apr 1997

Acid Mine Drainage And Its Effects On Salamander Assemblages In Cumberland Plateau Streams Of The North Chickamauga Creek Watershed, Tennessee, Melissa Combs

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In Appalachia's coal mining regions, acid mine drainage (AMD) has contributed to the widespread degradation of stream ecosystems. Salamanders are common inhabitants of healthy headwater streams and because of their permeable skins are excellent indicators of ecosystem intergrity. Hence, we investigated the potential effects of AMD on the species richness and relative abundance of aquatic salamanders in selected stream reaches (sites) of the North Chickamauga Creek (NCC) system, Tennessee. Specimens were collected by kick-net sampling with a 500um mesh dip net and/or electroshocking at four AMD-impacted sites (pH< 5.6) and two reference sites pH> 6.2), May-July 1996. Species richness was similarly low at reference sites, 2 …

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On The Automatic Generation Of Network Protocol Simulators, Andrew Chen Apr 1997

On The Automatic Generation Of Network Protocol Simulators, Andrew Chen

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Computers communicate with each other over various communication networks via a language known as a protocol. The design of the protocol can have a significant impact on the efficiency (and effectiveness) of the network. Because building an actual network to test the performance (and reliability) of a new protocol is rather expensive and time consuming, there is an interest in simulating network protocols in order to determine how efficient the communication network is. We are therefore interested in automatically generating simulators that could measure the performance of the new protocols. There are two main parts to this project. The first …

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