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Immobilization Of Heavy Metals In Incinerator Ash Using A Microbiological System, Gordon Hinshalwood

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The heavy metals contained in incinerator ash constitute an environmental hazard because they can be leached out of the ash matrix by rain water after the ash is landfilled. This study focused on a novel biological treatment process in which immobilization of the heavy metal content of incinerator ash is achieved using naturally occurring microorganisms. Specifically, immobilization was obtained by the use of a sulfide producing bacteriological system. The genus Desulfovibrio was cultured under anaerobic conditions, providing a source of sulfide from the reduction of sulfate as a natural metabolic function. The sulfide produced then formed highly insoluble precipitates with …

Attempts To Demonstrate Reductive Dechlorination Of Chlorobenzenes By Anaerobic Microorganisms, Melissa S. Gross

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Chlorobenzenes are a source of environmental pollution throughout the world. Investigations of the potential biodegradability of these compounds have been conducted employing different media under various conditions. In this study, the biodegradability of hexachlorobenzene (HCB), pentachlorobenzene (QCB), and 1,2,3,4-tetrachlorobenzene (1,2,3,4-TetCB) at a concentration of 70 uM (20 ppm), 80 uM (20 ppm), and 93 uM (20 ppm), respectively, was investigated. The source of inoculum was fresh anaerobic digester sewage sludge. Compound and sludge were combined in a serum bottle incubation system under anaerobic conditions and allowed to incubate at 30°C for several weeks. An extraction method utilizing hexane and acetone …

Student Labor Shortage In R.I.T. Food Service: A Three Year Study, Sonal Maheshwari

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Implementation Of National Vocational Qualifications In The Uk Utilizing Birmingham College Of Food, Tourism, And Creative Studies As A Systems Model, Edward Forrester Mcintyre

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Solving The Solid Waste Problem: Pressure From The Public Sector For Point Source Reduction, Richard Leonard Pryll

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Domestic Hub Airfares: An Analysis Of Domestic U.S. Passanger Airline Fares From The Consumer's Perspective, Robert I. Ward

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Deregulation of the U.S. passenger airline industry has resulted in a few large carriers that have been successful in dominating the market, including dominance of selected routes originating from, or traveling through, key airports that have been designated as hubs. This investigation researched the simplified industry fares that were in place in the summer of 1992 and found that airfares for certain sub categories of industry routings were consistently above average industry fares. The implications of these findings are reducible to simple measures that are meaningful to the flying public.

The Food Sanitation And Foodhandling Training Of Employees In Chinese Restaurants In Rochester , New York: A Pilot Study, Jing-Jing Wu

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Foodborne illness outbreaks in the foodservice industry are a continuing health problem. An official statistical report published by the CDC(1988) about foodbome disease from 1983 to 1987, foodservice establishments accounted for 77 percent of the reported foodborne illness outbreaks. This report also listed Chinese food and fried rice as two major vehicles of foodborne illnesses. The main reason for all reported foodborne bacterial illness was improper temperature control of food. Public perception of poor sanitary conduction in Chinese restaurants is an ever present problem. The purpose of the study was to survey Chinese restaurants in Rochester area to access the …

The Language Of Group Travel: An Evaluation Of Group Tours And Group Travel Texts, John P. Spare

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Group Travel has evolved over a century and a half since Thomas Cook first organized a temperance tour by train for over 500 participants. Various modes of transportation, from the stage coach to the motorcoach have affected the way worldwide citizens react to group travel preparations. Multiple skills have been developed and adapted to facilitate the various operator and supplier levels within the group travel industry. Since the advent of international jetliners in the early 1960 's, a wide variety of college level courses have been designed to prepare the modern day student for entrance into the tour and travel …

A Case Study: The Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, Nongluk Pongcharoenkiat

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In the past, most of the meetings and conventions were held in convention centers in the luxury hotels in Bangkok because Thailand had no independent convention centers or facilities that offered the same range of services as the hotels. The Thai government decided to construct a convention center named "The Queen Sirikit National Convention Center" (QSNCC) when Thailand got approval from the World Bank committees in 1989 to be the host in holding the World Bank and the International Mutual Fund meeting in October, 1991. The purpose of the QSNCC is currently to encourage the growth of the meetings and …

The Early Days Of Hotel Sales: A Historical Look At The Development And Growth Of Hotel Business Promotion, David C. Dorf

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The art and science of business promotion (later called sales promotion - and in contemporary usage, now a component of marketing) is comparatively new to the lodging industry, as far as being a formalized and accepted management discipline. The processes of attracting business to a particular establishment is as old as the industry; but until the middle of this century, they were generally looked down upon by most of the industry and in most cases were not considered key functions by those responsible for the operations of their properties. And other industries similarly looked at hotel sales promotion as a …

The Identification Of Criteria Essential For The Promotion Of Housekeepers: A Pilot Study, Natalie Daniels Smith

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The motivation and concentration for this research was partially funded by Commonwealth College of Virginia Beach, Virginia to help in the fulfillment of that college's mission: To serve the needs of it's students and it's community by providing quality collegiate Educational programs in careers with positive impact on it's society and environment. The issue of Housekeeping manpower is a primary concern of Hoteliers and a constant human resource need. This research project was designed to illicit primary data from area convention hotels to determine where the need for training exists germane to entry-level and mid-management positions in housekeeping. The results …

The Effect Of Natural Disasters On Tourism A Study Of Mount Saint Helens And Yellowstone National Park, Maureen A. Beattie

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This study examines the relationship between natural disasters and natural resource based tourism. Natural disasters are a basic part of the workings of nature and therefore, will always be with us. The tourism industry contributes enormously to the U.S. economy. Regardless of their reasons for traveling, tourists spend money. Natural disasters and tourism are two elements that play significant roles in the world today and will continue to in the future. This study addresses the question of what happens when these two elements intersect. It was assumed that natural disasters and tourism are on opposite sides of the spectrum and …

An Evaluation Of The Culinary Arts Curriculum At The Schenectady Community College, David Brough

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This study is an evaluation of the culinary arts curriculum at Schenectady County Community College, in Schenectady, New York. The purpose of the evaluation is to investigate the efficiency of the culinary arts program, and its ability to prepare the graduate for success in the hospitality industry. Using the Delphi Technique, each alumni of the program was asked to respond to a questionnaire. This data was then reviewed to determine the results of the survey. The review of literature was most helpful in obtaining additional insight from authorities in culinary education and the hospitality industry. The review of the data …

A Study Of The Human Longevity Potential And Its Manifestation In Longevous Individuals, Corliss White

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This study examines the present state of aging and longevity research as it applies to longevous elderly, those who reach their 10th and 11th decade of life. Their numbers, if not percentages, have risen considerably in the growing elderly population, The difference between the longevous and other elderly persons is not just one of degree, but of kind. Each of them is a living biological prototype of the human potential to live an extended life span without significant loss of vitality.

Many past studies of longevous population have been marred by inaccurate claims based on unreliable data. Beyond that, researchers …

Religious Conversion And Self Identity, Beth Haley Risner

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This paper discusses the various theories concerning religious conversion. psychodynamic, attribution theory cognitive, attachment theory, role-person merger theory, and faith development theory. Types of religious conversion are distinguished first by the common polarities: e.g. active vs passive, then 6 conversion motifs are explained. The Tennessee Self Concept Scale (TSCS) and a questionnaire were given to a sample (n=30), 97% of whom had experienced an active conversion. It was found that those who had experienced an active, conscious conversion scored significantly higher on 8 of the 10 scales of the TSCS, signifying a stronger sense of self in areas such as …

A Business Proposal For The Design And Implementation Of A Long-Term Health Care Facility, Laura E. Metzger

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This thesis will focus on the possibility of starting a new residential care facility in O'Fallon, Missouri.

In the United States the elderly population is increasing at a faster rate than ever before. It is expected that by the 21st century various forms of elderly health care services will be in high demand.

The purpose of the present study was to investigate the revenues and expenses associated with a residential care facility for the elderly. The issues of funding, design, marketing and implementation of this type of business were examined.

Three subjects participated in the study based on their education …

Caregivers, Employers And Eldercare Issues, Donna L. Petro

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Caregiving roles already impact the American workforce and will continue to affect productivity and personal lives of workers at an ever increasing rate. Demographics bear out that midlife females, the traditional caregivers, are returning to the workforce in increasing numbers each year. As our society ages, the fastest growing segment of the population, the "old-old," will require a wider spectrum of services from both agencies and family members. Many adults already find themselves "sandwiched" between the needs of children and the demands of elderly relatives, a situation that will become more common before the year 2000.

In the early 1980s, …

No Poster Child: The Rise And Fall Of The Field Of Chemical Dependency Treatment, Michael F. Nolan

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This thesis will focus on the development of the chemical dependency treatment field, including an overview of the historical growth of mental health and chemical dependency treatment, and its recent change from a growing to a declining field. It will also examine various theories in the treatment of mental illness and, specifically, chemical dependency, in a historic context, and placing these theories into a unified system of viewing illness in general. Finally, this thesis will explain the growth, then decline, in the field as a result of political, social, and financial developments, and show how these extra clinical influences are …

Guidelines For The Nursing Home Appraiser And The Valuation Of Entrepreneurship In Nursing Home Ownership, William R. Parrish

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The thesis, Guidelines for the Nursing Home Appraiser and the Valuation of Entrepreneurship in Nursing Home Ownership, explores the unique challenges in appraising nursing home properties. It emphasizes the critical role of federal and state regulations, reimbursement programs, and care requirements in influencing property values. The paper outlines appraisal methodologies, including the cost, income, and sales comparison approaches, and addresses the nuances of valuing skilled nursing facilities, intermediate care facilities, and residential care facilities. It highlights the impact of legislative acts such as TEFRA, DEFRA, COBRA, and OBRA on valuation standards, emphasizing their effect on Medicaid and Medicare participation. …

The Relationship Between Marital Violence And Abuse/Neglect And Depressive Symptoms And Suicidal Thoughts In Adolescent Females, Veena Suneja

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The relationship of marital violence and adolescent abuse/neglect with depressive symptoms and suicidal thoughts in adolescent females was studied. Sixty four adolescent females from two youth centers and five residential facilities were studied. Subjects ranged in age from 12 to 17, were currently in grades 7 to 11, practiced various religions, were racially mixed (56% white; 37% black; and 7% Hispanic). Most subjects lived with their mother or mother and a male. The subjects were divided into three groups: those who did not witness marital violence (group 1), those who witnessed marital violence occasionally (group 2) and those who witnessed …

Transportation: A Need For The West County's Elderly In St. Louis, Carlos Arturo Vanegas

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This study investigates the transportation needs and challenges of elderly residents in West St. Louis County, with particular attention to their access to public transit and specialized services. The research draws on a survey of 100 seniors, supplemented by a review of existing transportation infrastructure and demographic trends. Findings reveal that while the elderly population in the region is growing, available transportation options remain limited, especially for those who no longer drive or have restricted mobility.

Survey responses indicate that many seniors rely heavily on family, friends, or community services for rides, highlighting the lack of independence and flexibility in …

Sexual Abuse: The Victim's Role In The Incestuous Family System, Margaret Angus Wedbush

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The present study was an investigation of the incestuous family system. Adult survivors of incest were compared with adults currently receiving treatment for stress . It was hypothesized that the extent of reported assumption of maternal roles within the family system would be significantly higher in the abused sample than in the control sample. A secondary hypothesis was that the degree of assumption of maternal roles would be greater for abused subjects reporting an incapacitated mother (due to alcohol/drug abuse) than for abused subjects not reporting an incapacitated mother.

It was found that there was no significant difference between reported …

The Effects Of Prenatal Care On Infant Mortality In The United States, Barbara A. Dieterich

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This thesis will focus on the causes of infant mortality in the United States. The lack of adequate prenatal care will be specifically addressed.

Research has attributed the majority of preventable infant deaths to socio-economic factors as opposed to the lack of technology. Since the percentage of the United States GNP spent on medical care continues to rise without subsequent decreases in infant deaths, it becomes necessary to focus on causal relationship.

Since a nation's infant mortality rate has long been viewed as an indicator of the country's effectiveness in meeting health needs, many areas must be targeted. The importance …

Caregiver Education Program, Lesli Demers

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Alzheimer's Disease is a progressive, irreversible disease of the brain. It is not a normal or inevitable result of the aging process. However, as more people live to advanced age, the susceptible population will increase, as will the number of people afflicted with this disease. Alzheimer's Disease presents a challenge by taking away the patient's ability to remember, as well as the ability to learn.

Alzheimer's Disease has been characterized by many professionals as "the thief of minds" (Gewertz 23). Memories of life experiences and even one's own family members fade away leaving the person a stranger to those who …

Marital Separation And Its Relationship To The Working Status Of Women, Linda Rae Hermelin

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This study was concerned with the working status of married women and what impact, if any, that work status had in motivating these women to initiate marital separation.

The methodology used in this culminating project was qualitative. Research was conducted through personal interviews of approximately one hour in length. The sample consisted of 15 women who volunteered to be part of this study, the majority of whom had participated in one of a number of divorce support groups co-facilitated by the researcher.

The intent of this study was to determine whether or not women who are working full time outside …

Managing New Product Development: A Project Management Manual, Ronald A. Hoormann

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The purpose of this study is to develop a new product development project management manual for a typical firm. It will also investigate many of the problems companies have had managing the development of new products, as well how these companies have addressed the problems. The manual is intended to define a project management system by describing the goals of project management; the project management organization for the firm; job descriptions as they pertain to project management; the product development cycle; the project management process; and the procedures that will be used to plan, monitor, and control a project. It …

The Effect Of Cultural Differences On International Marketing, Lena M. Jones

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This thesis will l focus on the influence that culture and environmental differences have on international marketing.

The world has gone through some major changes within the past several years, especially in the area of marketing. It has become an open marketplace . Even the very concept behind marketing has a different meaning today. For example , marketing was once viewed a s simply selling a product or service. In today's business environment, marketing is more customer oriented . Customer satisfaction is the key element.

Today many companies have ventured into t he foreign markets . Some have gone international …

The Circular Causality And Possible Alleviation Of Pms Symptomology, Linda Whitchurch

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This research was an attempt to investigate the appropriateness of including Premenstrual Syndrome into the revised third edition of the Diagnostic Statistics Manual. The researcher asked 10 women, who felt they were suffering from Premenstrual Syndrome, to compare their normal food intake with a balanced diet and minimal use of stimulants and the ambiguities of the syndrome became apparent. The women who took part in this study of Premenstrual Syndrome and the management of its symptomotology enlightened the author, not only to the multidimensional etiology of the syndrome, but more importantly, to the lack of validation they experienced as women …

A Guide To State Appraiser Certification, Wayne Keith Wight

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In August of 1989, President George Bush, signed into law the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act of 1989. This legislation in response to a pervasive crises in the thrift industry contains a number of legislative reforms. Within this legislation, Title XI, the appraisal reform amendment, requires the use of licensed or certified real property appraisers for all real property appraisals involving federally related transactions or federal funds if the value of the property exceeds a specified limit.

All states, under this legislation, are required to pass appraisal licensing and certification legislation that provides appraiser qualification requirements and standards …

The Controversy Of Sex In Advertising, Tammy Bankhead Wright

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Advertising has been highly criticized due to its power to influence people's attitudes and actions. Advertising is the nonpersonal communication of information, usually paid for and persuasive in nature, about products, services or ideas of identified sponsors through various media.

The main idea that will be developed in this culminating project is the fact that although sex in advertising is a part of our culture and society, as a communications device, the use of sex in advertising is not always effective and does not sell most products.

There will be no actual debate to determine what amount of sex in …