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Jsu Rotc Alumni Chapter Newsletter | Volume 6, Number 3 (August 2003), Jacksonville State University Reserve Officers' Training Corps Alumni Chapter

ROTC Historical Documents

The JSU ROTC Newsletter is an unofficial alumni newsletter published in the interest of JSU ROTC alumni. The newsletter offers information on ROTC events, updates, scholarship recipients, newly commissioned officers, and alumni.

Graduate Bulletin & Catalog | 2003-2004, Jacksonville State University

Bulletins & Catalogs | Graduate

Vol. 27, No. 1 (August 2003). Jacksonville State was granted University status in 1966 and began adding graduate programs to its curriculum at that time. Graduate bulletins and catalogs contain information on the academic calendar, policies and procedures, faculty, scholarships and tuition, and degree requirements for graduate programs.

Randomization Tests For Small Samples: An Application For Genetic Expression Data, Gary L. Gadbury, Grier P. Page, Moonseong Heo, John D. Mountz, David B. Allison

Mathematics and Statistics Faculty Research & Creative Works

An advantage of randomization tests for small samples is that an exact P-value can be computed under an additive model. a disadvantage with very small sample sizes is that the resulting discrete distribution for P-values can make it mathematically impossible for a P-value to attain a particular degree of significance. We investigate a distribution of P-values that arises when several thousand randomization tests are conducted simultaneously using small samples, a situation that arises with microarray gene expression data. We show that the distribution yields valuable information regarding groups of genes that are differentially expressed between two groups: A treatment group …

Modern Statistical Methods For Handling Missing Repeated Measurements In Obesity Trial Data: Beyond Locf, Gary L. Gadbury, C. S. Coffey, D. B. Allison

Mathematics and Statistics Faculty Research & Creative Works

This paper brings together some modern statistical methods to address the problem of missing data in obesity trials with repeated measurements. Such missing data occur when subjects miss one or more follow-up visits or drop out early from an obesity trial. a common approach to dealing with missing data because of dropout is 'last observation carried forward' (LOCF). This method, although intuitively appealing, requires restrictive assumptions to produce valid statistical conclusions. We review the need for obesity trials, the assumptions that must be made regarding missing data in such trials, and some modern statistical methods for analyzing data containing missing …

Dielectric Permittivity And Electric Modulus In Bi2Ti4O11, Jianjun Liu, Chun-Gang Duan, Wai-Ning Mei, R. W. Smith, John R. Hardy

John R. Hardy Papers

Frequency and temperature dependences of dielectric permittivity and electric modulus of pure and Ba-doped Bi₂Ti₄O₁₁ were studied in the ranges of 10^-1–10⁶ Hz and -150–350 °C, respectively. We found that the antiferroelectric phase transition temperature of Bi₂Ti₄O₁₁ decreases with Ba doping. In the permittivity studies, we also observed dielectric relaxation peaks shift to higher temperature with increasing frequency. Furthermore, in the electric modulus formalism, conducting peaks were uncovered above 150 °C in addition to the dielectric relaxation peak. We discussed the mechanisms for the dielectric relaxation and …

Acer Enews 08 August 2003, Acer

ACER eNews Archive 2001-2013

No abstract provided.

Fibonacci Words

Word Ways

In the November 2002 Kickshaws, Dave Morice introduced the idea of using the Fibonacci sequence to generate all 676 bigrams in fourteen closed loops. Ross Eckler in the current issue points out the lovely symmetry and underlying mathematics of the fascinating pattern Dave found. Dave also noted several words embedded in six of the loops, mostly three-letter words with three of four letters.

A Probabilistic View Of Certain Weighted Fibonacci Sums, Arthur T. Benjamin, Judson D. Neer, Daniel T. Otero, James A. Sellers

All HMC Faculty Publications and Research

In this article, we pursue the reverse strategy of using probability to derive a_n and develop an exponential generating function for a_n in Section 3. In Section 4, we present a method for finding an exact, non-recursive, formula for a_n.

Augd2003, Robert Kelly

Robert Kelly Manuscripts

From August 2003 Robert Kelly Archive.

Haptic-Geozui3d: Exploring The Use Of Haptics In Auv Path Planning, Rick Komerska, Colin Ware, Matthew D. Plumlee, Roland J. Arsenault

Center for Coastal and Ocean Mapping

No abstract provided.

Animal Rights Theory And Utilitarianism: Relative Normative Guidance, Gary L. Francione

Between the Species

No abstract provided.

An Extended General Location Model For Causal Inference From Data Subject To Noncompliance And Missing Values, Yahong Peng, Rod Little, Trivellore E. Raghuanthan

The University of Michigan Department of Biostatistics Working Paper Series

Noncompliance is a common problem in experiments involving randomized assignment of treatments, and standard analyses based on intention-to treat or treatment received have limitations. An attractive alternative is to estimate the Complier-Average Causal Effect (CACE), which is the average treatment effect for the subpopulation of subjects who would comply under either treatment (Angrist, Imbens and Rubin, 1996, henceforth AIR). We propose an Extended General Location Model to estimate the CACE from data with non-compliance and missing data in the outcome and in baseline covariates. Models for both continuous and categorical outcomes and ignorable and latent ignorable (Frangakis and Rubin, 1999) …

Inference For The Population Total From Probability-Proportional-To-Size Samples Based On Predictions From A Penalized Spline Nonparametric Model, Hui Zheng, Rod Little

The University of Michigan Department of Biostatistics Working Paper Series

Inference about the finite population total from probability-proportional-to-size (PPS) samples is considered. In previous work (Zheng and Little, 2003), penalized spline (p-spline) nonparametric model-based estimators were shown to generally outperform the Horvitz-Thompson (HT) and generalized regression (GR) estimators in terms of the root mean squared error. In this article we develop model-based, jackknife and balanced repeated replicate variance estimation methods for the p-spline based estimators. Asymptotic properties of the jackknife method are discussed. Simulations show that p-spline point estimators and their jackknife standard errors lead to inferences that are superior to HT or GR based inferences. This suggests that nonparametric …

On The Formation Of Weighting Adjustment Cells For Unit Nonresponse, Sonya Vartivarian, Rod Little

The University of Michigan Department of Biostatistics Working Paper Series

A method is proposed for weighting adjustments for unit nonresponse based on a crossclassification by the estimated propensity to respond and by the predicted mean of a survey outcome. Simulations to assess the performance of the method are described.

Revisiting The Fresnel Coefficients For Uniform Plane Wave Propagation Across A Nonchiral, Reciprocal And Chiral, Nonreciprocal Interface, Monish Ranjan Chatterjee, Sumit Nema

Electrical and Computer Engineering Faculty Publications

The problem of EM wave propagation in non-reciprocal chiral media has been studied by several investigators. In a recent approach, a dual-transform technique has been developed to study the problem of such propagation under paraxial and slow-envelope variation conditions.

In this paper, we first outline some of the results obtained using the dual transform technique for arbitrary boundary conditions within the left boundary of a semi-infinite, non-reciprocal chiral medium for a uniform plane wave, and a fundamental Gaussian-profiled beam. Next, we explore the problem of a uniform EM wave incident at an oblique angle at an interface between a reciprocal, …

Njit Highlanders Cross Country 2003 Media Guide, New Jersey Institute Of Technology Athletic Department

Cross Country/Track & Field

No abstract provided.

Investigation Of The Relationship Between Particulate Bound Mercury And Properties Of Fly Ash In A Full-Scale 100 Mwe Pulverized Coal Combustion Boiler, Sen Li

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

There is an increasing concern over mercury emissions from coal-fired boilers. Coal-fired power generation accounts for approximately 33% of total mercury emission in the United States. Once it is emitted into the atmosphere and deposited on land or water, mercury can transform into methylmercury, an organic form. Mercury can then enter the food chain, which poses a potential threat to human health and the environment. To study the relationship between particulate bound mercury and fly ash properties, fly ash samples were collected from the mechanical hopper (MHP) and the electrostatic precipitator (ESP) of a 100 MWe pulverized coal-fired boiler and …

The Effects Of Instruction And Strategy Implementation On Increasing Mathematics Computation Skills For Students With Learning Problems: A Meta-Analysis, Natalie Roehm

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

It is well known by educators and researchers that students with a Specific Learning Disability (SLD) often do not make adequate progress when using traditional instructional methods (Whinnery & Stecker, 1992). Therefore, teachers must experiment with different techniques in order to help these students succeed. Many educational models and interventions have been introduced recently in an effort to help increase the level of math performance of at-risk and SLD students. The current metaanalysis study was conducted to determine the effects of instruction and strategy implementation on increasing mathematics and computation skills for students with learning problems and Specific Learning Disabilities. …

Covering Numbers Of The Cubes, Adam Bliss

HMC Senior Theses

How many triangles does it take to make a square? The answer is simple: two. This problem has a direct analogue in dimensions three and higher, but the answers are much harder to find. We provide new lower bounds in dimensions 4 through 13, an asymptotic lower bound which is inferior to the best known bound in high dimensions, and some new ideas which produce good upper bounds in both low and high dimensions.

Query Algebra Operations For Interval Probabilities, Wenzhong Zhao, Alex Dekhtyar, Judy Goldsmith

Computer Science and Software Engineering

The groundswell for the `00s is imprecise probabilities. Whether the numbers represent the probable location of a GPS device at its next sounding, the inherent uncertainty of an individual expert's probability prediction, or the range of values derived from the fusion of sensor data, probability intervals became an important way of representing uncertainty. However, until recently, there has been no robust support for storage and management of imprecise probabilities. In this paper, we define the semantics of traditional query algebra operations of selection, projection, Cartesian product and join, as well as an operation of conditionalization, specific to probabilistic databases. We …

Ua12/2/1 A Year In Review: Sports, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

Special edition of the College Heights Herald regarding athletics. Articles:

• Hightower, Kyle. Hiring David Elson Good Choice – So Was Willie Taggart – Football
• Moore, Michael. Hilltoppers Make Swell Choice in Good Ol’ Boy with Western Ties – Darrin Horn
• Ford, Brittany. Find Out Who You Are While You’re at Western
• Ford, Brittany. Food Services Getting Major Facelift
• Dining Dollars, Big Red Dollars Or Cash?
• Ford, Brittany. Senior Shares Experience on Class Scheduling

Hierarchic Approach To Mine Action In Croatia, Nenad Mladineo, Snjezana Knezic, Damir Gorseta

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

The Republic of Croatia is one of the 10 most mine-contaminated countries in the world. There are almost 750,000 mines on 1,630 sq km of mine-suspected areas. About 170 sq km are actual minefields, while the rest of the area is contaminated with individual explosive ordnance. Mine-affected areas that have not been used for years, pose a huge economic problem and obstruct infrastructure development, reconstruction, and return of displaced persons to their normal lives. They also pose a significant safety problem. In particular, any activities carried out in mine-contaminated areas significantly threaten human lives and material assets. It is estimated …

Draft Plan Of Management For The Proposed Point Quobba Fish Habitat Protection Area., Department Of Fisheries

Fisheries Management Papers

Point Quobba is a popular site for locals and tourists for beach activities, fishing and snorkelling, and as a place for children to learn to swim and gain an awareness of the marine environment. The marine life and habitats of the area are of considerable scientific and recreational interest and are highly valued in the local community. However, they are at risk from their high level of use and from conflict between users due to their proximity to popular tourism, boat ramp, camping and settlement areas on-shore.

Management Of The Proposed Geographe Bay Blue Swimmer And Sand Crab Managed Fishery., Jane Borg

Fisheries Management Papers

This discussion paper has been prepared following an extensive consultation process, to encourage continued public involvement in the development of management arrangements for the blue swimmer and sand crab resources of Geographe Bay. These proposed management arrangements affect both commercial and recreational fishers.

The Fibonacci Alphabet, A. Ross Eckler

Word Ways

The Fibonacci sequence (1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, 34, 55, 89 144 233 277, ...) is perhaps the most famous one in the mathematics, known for at least 700 years and the subject or a quarterly journal during the last 40. (In the sequence, each term in the sum of the preceding two terms.) It is the purpose of the note to describe in more detail a curious relationship between Fibonacci and the alphabet, brought to the attention of Word Ways readers by Dave Morice in the November 2002 Kickshaws.

Direct Multielemental Analysis Of Solid Samples Using Laser Ablation Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectometry And Pulsed Radio Frequency Glow Discharge Mass Spectrometry, Joseph Miller

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

Direct solid sampling is an area of analytical research that has generated a large amount of interest in recent years. Two analysis systems offering fast and nondestructive methods of determining the elemental composition of substances, without requiring complicated sample preparation procedures, are laser ablation inductively coupled plasma mass spectroscopy (LA-ICPMS) and radio frequency glow discharge mass spectroscopy (rf-GDMS). A Cetac LSX-200 laser system coupled to a LECO Renaissance ICPMS was utilized to analyze coal and ash samples prepared by incorporation into a lithium borate matrix to form a disk. In addition, a VG 9000 Glow Discharge Mass Spectrometer (GDMS) with …

Predicting Student Success In The Introduction To Animal Science Course At Western Kentucky University, Margaret Zoglmann

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

Student predictors may be useful to universities in determining students' future success in college courses. The students enrolled in Introduction to Animal Science (ANSC 140) at Western Kentucky University participated in the study. The students completed identical subjective and objective assessments at the beginning and the end of the semester they were enrolled in the course. Students ranked their knowledge of course matter on a scale of 1 to 100 for each of the 49 course outcomes. Additionally, students completed a demographic survey at the beginning of the course. The final student knowledge assessment tool was a 50 question multiple-choice …

The Perception And Recognition Of 3-D Shape From Shadows Cast Onto Curved Surfaces, Young-Lim Lee

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

The informativeness of a cast shadow or silhouette boundary contour for the perception of 3-D object shape has been investigated for a long time. Some researchers have focused on the informativeness of static shadows (Attneave, 1954; Koenderink, 1984; Richards, Koenderink, & Hoffman, 1987; Norman, Phillips, & Ross, 2001; Tse, 2002) while other researchers have focused on the informativeness of moving or deforming shadows (Miles, 1931; Wallach, & O'Connell, 1953; Norman, & Todd, 1994; Norman, Dawson, & Raines, 2000; Norman, & Raines, 2002). Past research has shown that changing the angle of illumination does not affect the perception of 3-D shape …

Who Is Eating Most Of The Zooplankton In The Oceanic Gulf Of Mexico? The Impact Of Mesopelagic Fishes, Tracey Sutton, Scott E. Burghart

Marine & Environmental Sciences Faculty Proceedings, Presentations, Speeches, Lectures

Deep-sea pelagic fishes are the most abundant vertebrates on Earth, yet their role in the overall economy of these is poorly known. Low latitude oligotrophic regimes, typified by the eastern Gulf of Mexico, constitute most of the world ocean and consequently support the largest global ecosystems. Thus, we have little information on the trophic role of most of Earth's vertebrates. To address this, the diets of an entire midwater fish assemblage (164 species, constituting > 99% of assemblage numbers) were analyzed to assess feeding guilds and predation impact. Zooplanktivory was the dominant feeding mode (80% of prey biomass taken), followed by …

Wsu Research News, Fall 2003, Office Of Research And Sponsored Programs, Wright State University

WSU Research News

A twenty page newsletter of the WSU Research News. The WSU Research News was published monthly beginning in June of 1968 and issued by the Office of Research Development. This newsletter was created to provide information to the WSU faculty about the availability of outside funds for research and educational programs, new developments that may affect availability of funds, and general information on research and educational activities at Wright State University.