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Cross-Cultural Study Of Maslow's Need Theory Of Motivation, Jitendra N. Mishra

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Abraham H. Maslow's Need Theory of Motivation was subjected to a cross-cultural scrutiny to see if his theory has universal application. It was thus also intended, to make a contribution to his theory since today, global interdependence is no longer a matter of belief, preference or choice. Rather, it is an inescapable reality.

To achieve this goal, an extensive Literature Survey was undertaken. It was found that his theory is more consistent with American value system. Nevertheless, if care is exercised, his theory can be useful in International context too, with some necessary modifications.

This paper is directed to save …

Automated Eeg Spectrum Analysis System, Marinela C. Laguna

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A computer system has been designed to acquire EEG data from monkeys and to perform the spectral and statistical analysis. The system is capable of processing two channels simultaneously, acquire 64 Kbytes of EEG data for each channel on floppy disk, do the spectrums and averages of the spectrums, and calculate the histogram amplitudes of 13 frequency bands in a range of 0-71.1 Hz.

The software gives the user a lot of choices with respect to data acquisition and processing. The relative spectral power differences between "no-drug" and "drug" experiments give information about the drug effects on the central nervous …

The Kinetics And Hepatotoxicity Of Benzyl Chloride Vapor In Rats, Hari V. Rao

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Male Sprague Dawley rats (250g) were exposed to benzyl chloride vapor at a concentration of 220 ppm for 6 hours. During inhalation, the blood benzyl chloride concentration increased to reach a steady state level of 9-10 ug/ml between 4 and 6 hours of exposure. A small concentration of benzyl chloride (0.86 ug/ml) was present in the blood four hours after the termination of exposure. The absorption half life was 0.53 hours (0.39-0.81) and the elimination half life was l.12 hour (0.93-l.40).

The absorbed benzyl chloride was largely retained in the blood and some of it (0.22 ug/g) was sequestered into …

The Evaluation Of New Jersey's Remedial Response Program With Regard To The Use Of Risk Assessment In Determining Extent Of Cleanup, Susan Christine Gieser

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In order to effectively manage the cleanup of hazardous waste sites the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection developed a comprehensive Master Plan. Under P. L. 1983, c. 222 (A-1255) the Hazardous Waste Advisory Council was charged with reviewing New Jersey's remedial action program. One issue identified by the Council for review was the use of risk assessment for determining extent of cleanup. The study was comprised of a literature search, review of legislation that impacts on this issue, interviews with DEP personnel, and consultation with others from academia and industry to recommend what is an acceptable risk and its …

A Parameter Identification System For The Human Electroretinogram, Yu-Huai Hsiao

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The human Electroretinogram (ERG) is obtained in a clinical test to detect physiological abnormalities in the eye. A mathematical model of the ERG has been developed, as well as a system to identify its parameters. The system utilizes several computers. The data acquisition and initial processing is done on a previously developed system at the Eye Institute of New Jersey and the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, which has been modified to provide the facility for further processing. Software was developed to use a MINC-11/23 computer at New Jersey Institute of Technology to transfer data between the …

Training New Employees In Ecuador's Esmeraldas Oil Refinery, Rodrigo Alfredo Morales

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This thesis comprises an overall review of general methods of training used by two New Jersey oil refineries of similar circumstances to Ecuador's Esmeraldas oil refinery.

The method of research was a survey in the form of a questionnaire. It was sent to the five existing oil refineries across New Jersey. Statewide telephone conversations, and with Ecuadorian personnel executives were made to request pertinent information. Research from current journals, training books, and first hand data from refineries, support the recommendations and the study in general.

The results of the thesis include recommendations as to the most advantageous policies and training …

Microcomputer Controlled Continuous Activity Monitor For Small Caged Animals, Yogesh Parekh

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The task of this instrumentation system is to measure the activity of rats in a controlled experiment. The system is designed to work in conjunction with the system for studies of metabolic rates in rats. The interface circuits take the picture from a video (vidicon) camera into the computer. Once the picture frame is taken into the high resolution graphics screen memory area, the computer uses this data to detect the activity. The movements of the rat are detected by comparing the number of pixels changed between two consecutive picture frames. The area covered by the rat determines the standing …

16-Channel Signal Analyzer For Electroencephalograms, Junnyih Chiang

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An instrument has been designed to analyze 16 channels of EEG of a squirrel monkey by using several interface boards controlled by an Apple II computer. This instrumentation system is capable of performing these experiments in an automated manner. It stores the data generated on to a floppy disk, with software control and results may be printed out together with related graphs. Because of the limitation of the floppy disk capacity, we had only developed two versions:

(1) To average the EEG signal up to 8 times for all 16 channels, because a lot of memory is needed to save …

Protective Laboratory Measures For The Flexible Wall Permeameter And The Atterberg Limits Tests Using Hazardous And Toxic Chemicals, Robert A. Tetla

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Safety procedures for performing geotechnical testing with hazardous and toxic materials, excluding radioactive wastes, are developed for the Flexible Wall Permeameter and the Atterberg Limits Tests. The tests were evaluated in detail to determine the critical points at which the technician would be exposed to the hazardous and/or toxic permeant. It was found that the following safety measures should always be taken; 1) the apparatus and all testing should be undertaken in a sliding sash hood using the proper face velocity, 2) air monitoring using a personal dosimeter and/or a detector tube is required to assure that the concentration of …

A Personal Statement About Space, Manuel Pagan

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Psychic Expression Through Image-Making, Donna De Palma

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Structural Influences In Nature, John Hair

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Terrestrial Invertebrates Of The Virgin Islands, Wendy Jackelow

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Color: A Semiotic Approach (A Video Tape Presentation), Michele Italiano

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Anatomical Study And Illustrative Plates Of The Dwarf Galago Primate, Hugh Nachamie

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Ceremonial Vessels, Paul Sherman

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Identity Mark Evaluation And Organization Project, Brian Bennett

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Clouds, Joanne Todaro

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The Creative Imagination, Dorothy Sholtis

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Object With Pattern/Rubberstamps And The Metal Cutout, Joan Riccardi

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The Power Of Images, Helen Santelli

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Nexus: Painting As A Link To A Primary Reality, Karen Sardisco

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Novel Array Representation Methods In Support Of A Microcomputer-Based Apl Interpreter, Daniel Fleysher

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Objective: To study novel ways of representing data arrays for potential application in a microcomputer-based APL interpreter. The goal is to find, for arrays containing mixed integers and real numbers, a way to improve both storage efficiency and thruput, over that obtainable using conventional APL interpreter array representations. Investigation: For the purposes of this study, three representative APL operators were chosen for implementation - dyadic addition, multiplication and selection. To establish a set of base cases from which to work, these three operators were implemented for two distinctly different data structures: Case-0: arrays containing only fixed length floating point data …

Case Study Of Installing A Research Project Cost Accounting System, Marjorie Rolfsmeyer

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The thesis, Case Study of Installing a Research Project Cost Accounting System by Marjorie Rolfsmeyer, explores the development and implementation of a computerized cost accounting system for research and development (R&D) projects within the Health Care Division of a major corporation. The author identifies the unique challenges of research cost accounting, which differs from traditional manufacturing cost systems due to its unpredictable nature and project-specific expenditures.

The study outlines the purpose of a project cost accounting system, emphasizing its role in budgeting, financial tracking, and managerial decision-making. It discusses how cost control mechanisms, including detailed expense reporting, job numbering, and …

A Curriculum For Mainstreaming The Gifted Third Grader In Reading Through Children's Literature, Suzanne Horn

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Mainstreaming the gifted third- grader in reading should be accomplished through the implementation of a modified curriculum that meets the child's unique educational and specialized needs. This curriculum should be process and product oriented . Process modifications should include the use of higher levels of thinking, inductive reasoning, reasoning strategies, freedom of choice, and open-endedness . It should include appropriate changes of pacing and a variety of teaching models . The curriculum should result in a product that is based on instruction. This curriculum should be enriched with literature that exhibits fluent, flexible, original, and elaborative writing.

With these criteria …

Keeping Up With Technological Change, Karlis V. Kopans

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Advances in technology over the past fifty (50) years have changed virtually everything that touches our lives today to some degree. However, in the last five years or so, these innovations have been combined into products and systems which have visibly begun to change society as we have known it in the past.

Only in recent years, have the affects of technological change or innovation on society begun to be examined. While a fair amount of literature has been published to date on specific areas of technological change, few publications have been produced which provide a general overview of the …

Information Graphics: A Guidebook To Downtown Rochester, New York, Michael Regis Mooney

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How The Computer Can Aid And Facilitate Traditional Graphic Design Process, Procedure, Methodology, And Curriculum Development: A Videotape Presentation, Mary Jane Lewandowski

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The Static Analysis Of A Complex Optical-Mechanical System Utilizing The Finite Element Method, Thaddeus A. Kciuk

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This thesis utilizes the finite element method (MSC/NASTRAN) to perform an analysis on an optical-mechanical laser scanner used in the imaging industry. A Normal Modes analysis was conducted to determine the real eigenvalues and their associated eigenvectors. The results of the analysis (modal frequencies and modal shapes) were then compared with empirical data measured using a FFT (Fast Fourier Transform) analyzer with modal software (Hewlett Packard 5423A Dynamic Signal Analyzer). The dynamic characteristics of the system optical output beam and optical components were evaluated by simulating the optical components using rigid bar elements. A modal frequency response analysis was performed …

Missouri Challenges, Patsy J. Lilienkamp

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This work was written to present selected portions of Missouri history, using the approach of anecdotal records interspersed with factual material. It focuses on the lives of the common people rather than the usual heroes concentrates on their of daily history books. It lives, their feelings, their beliefs, and their questions and fears.

The information was magazines, newspapers, and Some of the information is gathered personal factual; from books, conversations. some is a collection of happenings and customs which undoubtedly have been altered and amended a s they were handed down through generations.

It is the author's hope that a …