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Lanthorn, Vol. 38, No. 08, October 2, 2003, Grand Valley State University

Volume 38, July 17, 2003 - June 17, 2004

Lanthorn is Grand Valley State's student newspaper, published from 1968 to the present.

University College And General Education Committee Report #2003-04-1, University Of Rhode Island Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Committee Reports and Appendices

No abstract provided.

A Population Pharmacokinetic Model With Time-Dependent Covariates Measured With Errors, Lang Lil, Xihong Lin, Mort B. Brown, Suneel Gupta, Kyung-Hoon Lee

The University of Michigan Department of Biostatistics Working Paper Series

We propose a population pharmacokinetic (PK) model with time-dependent covariates measured with errors. This model is used to model S-oxybutynin's kinetics following an oral administration of Ditropan, and allows the distribution rate to depend on time-dependent covariates blood pressure and heart rate, which are measured with errors. We propose two two-step estimation methods: the second order two-step method with numerical solutions of differential equations (2orderND), and the second order two-step method with closed form approximate solutions of differential equations (2orderAD). The proposed methods are computationally easy and require fitting a linear mixed model at the first step and a nonlinear …

Polyphase Filter With Low-Pass Response, Vladimir I. Prodanov, Peter Kiss, Mihai Banu

Electrical Engineering

A complex low-pass filter that reduces the influence of component mismatch. The filter includes a first filter section for effecting a first single pole transfer function and a second filter section for effecting a second single pole transfer function, where the first and the second single pole transfer functions collectively define a conjugate pair of poles. In higher order low-pass filters, an optimal cascade order follows a shoestring pattern.

Nonpolar Second-Order Nonlinear And Electrooptic Materials: Axially Ordered Chiral Polymers And Liquid Crystals, Kenneth D. Singer, Rolfe G. Petschek, Victor Ostroverkhov

Faculty Scholarship

This article reviews our work on the development and optimization of chiral, nonpolar media with large second-order nonlinear optical responses. We show how molecular engineering, theory, and measurements can be used to optimize this promising class of nonlinear optical materials. We describe how supramolecular alignment into easily processable materials takes advantage of the relevant molecular hyperpolarizabilities. A wide variety of techniques can be used to fabricate bulk materials belonging to the chiral nonpolar symmetry groups, D∞ and D2. The microscopic chromophore alignment schemes that optimize the nonlinear optical response in such materials are deduced from general symmetry considerations for both …

Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 37, No. 4, Fall 2003, College Of The Holy Cross

Holy Cross Magazine

Food, Fear and Control
The agony of eating disorders
By Michelle M. Murphy

Mushy Zones, X-ray Vision & a Quantum Identity Crisis
New members of the physics department are doing cutting-edge experimental research.
By Allison Chisolm

E-networking Technology — and Alumni Loyalty — Pave the Way for Careers
Networking has become the survivor’s mantra in these days of drastic downsizing, massive layoffs and corporate bankruptcies. At Holy Cross, this means of exploring career paths and landing jobs has always been a key component of the educational premise.
By Phyllis Hanlon

Alumnus carries spirit of Holy Cross to Bangladesh
This summer, …

October 2003 General Studies Council Minutes, University Of Nebraska At Kearney General Studies Council

General Education Council

No abstract provided.

The Pan American (2003-10-02), Matt Lynch

UTPA Archives - The Pan American Newspaper

53rd Year, No. 6

Mustang Daily, October 2, 2003

Cal Poly Student Newspaper

Student newspaper of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA.

October 2, 2003, University Of North Dakota

University Senate Meeting Minutes

Minutes from the October 2, 2003, meeting of the University Senate. 14 pages

Wsu Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes, Minutes, October 2-3, 2003

Board of Trustees Minutes

Minutes from the Wright State University Board of Trustees Meeting held on October 2-3, 2003.

The Antelope, University Of Nebraska At Kearney

The Antelope

No abstract provided.

Chemical Analyses For Alcove 8 Niche 3 Tracer Studies, Irene Farnham, Klaus J. Stetzenbach, Amy J. Smiecinski

Publications (YM)

This report details the activities performed under Task 35 of the University and Community College System of Nevada (UCCSN) Cooperative Agreement with the US Department of Energy (DOE). Task 35, titled "Chemical Analyses for Alcove 8 / Niche 3 Tracer Studies", provided for the development of analytical procedures and the analysis of samples from the first phase of tracer testing at Alcove 8 / Niche 3 in the Exploratory Studies Facility (ESF). Two conservative tracers (bromide and pentafluorobenzoic acid) and three FD&C dye tracers (FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Yellow #5, and FD&C Red #40) were analyzed in the seepage samples …

Faculty Senate Monthly Packet October 2003, Portland State University Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Monthly Packets

The October 2003 Monthly packet includes the October agenda and appendices and the Faculty Senate minutes and attachments from the meeting held June 2003.

On Szemeredi’S Regularity Lemma, Josh Hanes

Combinatorics Seminar

Szemer´ edi’s Regularity Lemma states that for every > 0 and every integer m 1there exist an integer M such that every graph of order at least m admits an-regular partition V0 V1 Vk with m k M. Wewill give an account of the theory behind Szemer´ edi’s Regularity Lemma and provide a partial proof of the result. Then we will conclude with several applications of this major result.

Ustranscom: Corporate Information-Centric Environment, Collaborative Agent Design Research Center

Collaborative Agent Design (CAD) Research Center

As a result of foresight and planning that has established a logical data model (i.e., the Master Model), a set of standard reference tables and 17 migration software systems as the foundation of a disciplined Corporate Data Environment (CDE), USTRANSCOM now finds itself in the enviable position of being able to implement DoD’s vision of a Global Information Grid (GIG) with speed and confidence. The urgency with which DoD views the need to shift the burden of tedious data filtering and interpretation tasks from human operators to automated machine-based processes, is reflected in the CDE and provides the opportunity for …

Fall 2003

Perspectives

No abstract provided.

Skunk River Review Fall 2003, Vol 15, Tammy Andrada, Zeng Choua Lee, Carl Kohler, Noumoua Lynaolu, Megan Northhouse, Holly Hansen, Robert A. Parsons, Viraliy Pidlisnyak, Joanna Smith, Logan Smith, Charlene Summers, Keri Thompson, Stacie Hartley, Matthew Kunert, Mihneta Lisinovic, Jenna Monthei, Adam Pirillo, Vivian Schwab, Tammy Wilson

Skunk River Review

No abstract provided.

The Equation, Fall 2003, College Of Science And Mathematics, Wright State University

College of Science and Mathematics Newsletters

This 6 page newsletter discusses various happenings within the College of Science and Mathematics. It begins with a letter from the dean, and continues on with news, events, alumni news, and other community news.

Wright State University College Of Engineering And Computer Science Bits And Pcs Newsletter, Volume 20, Number 2, October 2003, College Of Engineering And Computer Science, Wright State University

BITs and PCs Newsletter

An eight page newsletter created by the Wright State University College of Engineering and Computer Science that addresses the current affairs of the college.

Phoenix, 2003-10a, Student Life

Phoenix

The Phoenix is a student newspaper published at Governors State University since August 2002. The newspaper features student reporting, opinions, news, and photos.

Stonehill Alumni Magazine Fall 2003, Stonehill College Office Of Communications And Media Relations

Stonehill Alumni Magazine

This issue of the magazine includes the following features:

• What's Cooking in Science? Take one part curiosity, two parts thought-provoking courses and mix liberally with dynamic professors, and what do you get? A pretty accurate description of the Stonehill science program in 2003. By Maura King Scully
• The Thrill of Victory: In May, the women's lacrosse team captured the College's first-ever NCAA national championship, while the equestrian team took another first -the top spot in the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association Hunter Seat/Collegiate Cup Competition.
• Professor Ives On Buddhism: In August, renowned Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh held a retreat at …

A Multi-Perspective Class Project At Oral Roberts University, Andrew Lang, Aimee Raile, Joy Thrall

College of Science and Engineering Faculty Research and Scholarship

In 2001, Oral Roberts University launched an honors program. Unlike most honors programs, the ORU program is two-tiered, meaning that the top sixteen to eighteen students in every class are considered fellows and the rest of the students who meet the academic requirements are scholars. ORU requires both fellows and scholars to complete twenty-four hours of honors coursework through designated sections of general education classes. One unique aspect of the program is that the fellows are required to complete five of six special interdisciplinary honors seminars as part of their required twenty-four hours. These classes replace traditional general education courses …

Uah Alumni News, Fall 2003, University Of Alabama In Huntsville

UAH Alumni News

No abstract provided.

Linking Of Errata: Current Practices In Online Physical Sciences Journals, Emily L. Poworoznek

University Library Scholarship

Reader awareness of article corrections can be of critical importance in the physical and biomedical sciences. Comparison of errata and corrigenda in online versions of high-impact physical sciences journals across titles and publishers yielded surprising variability. Of 44 online journals surveyed, 14 had no links between original articles and later corrections. When present, hyperlinks between articles and errata showed patterns in presentation style, but lacked consistency. Variability in the presentation, linking, and availability of online errata indicates that practices are not evenly developed across the field. Comparison of finding tools showed excellent coverage of errata by Science Citation Index, lack …

Runoff And Sediment Losses From Annual And Unusual Storm Events From The Alto Experimental Watersheds, Texas: 23 Years After Silvicultural Treatments, Matthew W. Mcbroom, R Scott Beasley, Mingteh Chang, Brian Gowin, George G. Ice

Faculty Publications

Evaluating the potential impacts of intensive silvicultural practices on water quality is critical for establishing the long-term sustainability of contemporary forest management practices. From 1979 to 1985, a study involving nine small (~2.5 ha) forested watersheds was conducted near Alto, Texas in the upper western Gulf-Coastal Plain to evaluate the impacts then-current silvicultural practices on water quality. In the years following the study, silvicultural Best Management Practices (BMPs) including Streamside Management Zones (SMZs) and other erosion control practices evolved and questions arose about the applicability of earlier results to current practices. In 1999, these same watersheds were reinstrumented to evaluate …

Faculty Senate Degree Candidates, Fall 2003, Vol 30, P 615-719, Unm Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Documents

No abstract provided.

Plasma Density Gratings Induced By Intersecting Laser Pulses In Underdense Plasmas, Z.-M. Sheng, Jiandi Zhang, Donald Umstadter

Donald Umstadter Publications

Electron and ion density gratings induced by two intersecting ultrashort laser pulses at intensities of 10¹⁶ W/cm² or lower are investigated. The ponderomotive force generated by the inhomogeneous intensity distribution in the intersecting region of the interfering pulses produces deep electron and ion density modulations at a wavelength less than a laser wavelength in vacuum. Dependence of the density modulation on the plasma densities, temperatures, and the ion mass, as well as the laser pulse parameters are studied analytically and by particle-in-cell simulations. It is found that the density peaks of such gratings can be a few times …

Chemistry & Biochemistry Newsletter, Department Of Chemistry & Biochemistry, South Dakota State University

Chemistry & Biochemistry Newsletter: 2002-2015

Inside:

Page 2 New Graduate Students in Chemistry/Biochemistry

Page 3 and 4 New Faculty

Page 5 Alumni News; Faculty and Staff News; Foundation Donors

Page 6 Recent Faculty Publications

Geogram 2003, David J. Keeling Editor, Wku Department Of Geography And Geology

Earth, Environmental, and Atmospheric Sciences Publications

No abstract provided.