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The Many Roads Traveled, Helen Lydia Melton
The Many Roads Traveled, Helen Lydia Melton
Digitized Theses and Dissertations (prior to 2008)
This is to certify that the Master of Education Portfolio of Helen Lydia Melton has been appropved by the Supervising Committee for the portfolio for the Master of Education in Special Education in the Department of Special Education
A Reflection On Becoming A Subject Matter Expert, A Facilitator Of Learning, And A Collaborative Professional, Traci Garrett Mcpherson
A Reflection On Becoming A Subject Matter Expert, A Facilitator Of Learning, And A Collaborative Professional, Traci Garrett Mcpherson
Digitized Theses and Dissertations (prior to 2008)
A Portfolio Submitted to the Graduate Faculty of Kennesaw State University in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree MASTER OF EDUCATION
The Admissibility Of Expert Testimony About Cognitive Science Research On Eyewitness Identification, Edward D. Stein
The Admissibility Of Expert Testimony About Cognitive Science Research On Eyewitness Identification, Edward D. Stein
Articles
Eyewitness identifications are important to jurors, especially in criminal trials. Psychological research has shown, however, that eyewitness testimony is systematically fallible in ways that undermine the goals of the rules of evidence. This article assesses the arguments for and against admitting expert testimony concerning cognitive science research about eyewitness identification. The article concludes that experts should in many instances be allowed to testify about the problems with eyewitness identification testimony.
Community Norms And Organizational Practices: The Legitimization Of Wage Arrears In Russia, 1992-1999, John S. Earle, Andrew Spicer, Klara Sabirianova Peter
Community Norms And Organizational Practices: The Legitimization Of Wage Arrears In Russia, 1992-1999, John S. Earle, Andrew Spicer, Klara Sabirianova Peter
Upjohn Institute Working Papers
What role do community norms play in the diffusion and persistence of new organizational practices? We explore this question through an examination of the widespread practice of wage arrears, the late and non-payment of wages, in Russia during the 1990s. Existing research on wage arrears most often examines this practice as a means of flexible wage adjustment under difficult economic conditions. We develop an alternative theory that explains wage arrears through their acceptance as a legitimate form of organizational behavior within local communities. Our empirical analysis finds some support for the neoclassical position that wage arrears reflect adjustment to negative …
Recurrence And Metastases Of A Basal Cell Carcinoma In A Variable Squirrel (Callosciurus Finlaysoni Floweri): A Case Report, Sawang Kesdangsakonwut, Anudep Rungsipipat, Nopadon Pirarat, Komkrich Teankum, Wijit Banlunara
Recurrence And Metastases Of A Basal Cell Carcinoma In A Variable Squirrel (Callosciurus Finlaysoni Floweri): A Case Report, Sawang Kesdangsakonwut, Anudep Rungsipipat, Nopadon Pirarat, Komkrich Teankum, Wijit Banlunara
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
A dead, 9-year-old, female, Variable squirrel, weighing 190 g, had a skin swelling in the left inguinal area. Surgical excision of a similar skin mass in the right inguinal area had taken place 87 days previously. The squirrel had showed signs of severe dyspnea and inappetence for 7 days prior to death. At necropsy, as well as the skin mass in the left inguinal area, metastases were found in the inguinal lymph node and the lung together with a hemothorax. The tumor based on the clinical data, macroscopic and microscopic lesions was diagnosed as a basal cell carcinoma, Immunohistochemistry showed …
Ecg Quiz, Chollada Buranakarl, Kris Angkanaporn, Suwanakiet Sawangkoon
Ecg Quiz, Chollada Buranakarl, Kris Angkanaporn, Suwanakiet Sawangkoon
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
No abstract provided.
Ultrasound Diagnosis, Phiwipha Kamonrat
Ultrasound Diagnosis, Phiwipha Kamonrat
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
No abstract provided.
Exercise And Dehydration In The Horse, Prawit Butudom
Exercise And Dehydration In The Horse, Prawit Butudom
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
The intensity and duration of exercise has a major impact on fluid levels, electrolytes and acid-base balance in the horse. The changes range from rapid fluid and electrolyte shifts which accompany high-intensity exercise (VO2 max ≥ 100%) (i.e., racehorse) to substantial fluid and electrolyte depletion during Speed and Endurance Tests as seen at Three-day events. Depletion is also seen during prolonged endurance exercise, in which the horse performs a low-intensity form of exercise (30-60% VO2max). These fluctuations of fluid and electrolyte homeostasis have been implicated in the development of fatigue and can lead to medical problems when exercise is continued …
A Morphological Study And Diagnotic Ultrasonography Of Asian Elephant Kidney, Wimon Pothiwong, Phiwipha Kamonrat, Pawana Uthaichotiwan, Pakorn Prachammuang, Sumolya Kanchanapangka
A Morphological Study And Diagnotic Ultrasonography Of Asian Elephant Kidney, Wimon Pothiwong, Phiwipha Kamonrat, Pawana Uthaichotiwan, Pakorn Prachammuang, Sumolya Kanchanapangka
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Kidneys from a forty year old, female, Asian elephant (Elephas maximus) were subjected to a gross anatomical study (measurements, dissection, parasagittal sections and photography), histological examination, and ultrasonographic images. The kidney had an elliptical to ovoid shape with a size of 32x21x12 centimeters (length, width, and thickness). It was of multilobar or multipyramidal type, composed of 8 lobes, closely placed and separated by interlobar septae, some of which were perforated by minor interruptions. Each lobe had one calyx, connected to its secondary infundibulum which converged into two primary infundibula, one each on end of the renal sinus. The 2 primary …
Immunohistochemical Studies Of The Estrogen Receptor Alpha In The Ovaries And Uteri Of The Domestic Cat At Different Stages Of The Oestrous Cycle, Damri Darawiroj, Kongkiat Srisuwatanasagul, Sinchai Pianchop, Sayamon Sukjumlong
Immunohistochemical Studies Of The Estrogen Receptor Alpha In The Ovaries And Uteri Of The Domestic Cat At Different Stages Of The Oestrous Cycle, Damri Darawiroj, Kongkiat Srisuwatanasagul, Sinchai Pianchop, Sayamon Sukjumlong
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
The expression of the estrogen receptor alpha (ERα) was investigated in domestic cat ovaries and uteri by mean of immunohistochemistry, using monoclonal antibody against ERα. The stages of the oestrous cycle were determined by vaginal cytology and serum steroid levels which were taken before operation. In the uterus, positive staining was found in the nuclei of all uterine cell types in different proportions and staining intensity. During oestrous, the staining intensity and the proportion of positive cells were highest in the epithelium (both the surface epithelium and the glandular epithelium) as well as in the myometrium. At dioestrous, ERα expression …
Relationship Marketing Elements In Radio Station Websites, Mark L. Atkinson
Relationship Marketing Elements In Radio Station Websites, Mark L. Atkinson
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
The purpose of this study is to determine whether or not radio station website designers effectively use relationship marketing to achieve the goals of the stations and their websites. The study is a comparison/content analysis of the websites of 150 radio stations, in three different formats, in the top 50 U.S. population centers. This study compared the results of a content analysis with the results of a 2000 Edison/Arbitron survey which asked respondents to rank 14 website features according to what those replying considered important. This study sought to determine whether the more popular features actually appeared on more websites …
Real-Time Measurement Of Oxides Of Nitrogen From Heavy-Duty Diesel Engines, Aparna Aravelli
Real-Time Measurement Of Oxides Of Nitrogen From Heavy-Duty Diesel Engines, Aparna Aravelli
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
New emissions regulations and performance requirements imposed on modern diesel engines encourage the development of improved tools for emissions measurements. This study investigated one of the improved tools for NOx emissions measurement. Objectives of this thesis included measurement, comparison and prediction of NOx emissions from heavy-duty diesel engines using two different NOx analyzers. Steady state and transient tests were conducted on six heavy-duty diesel engines in the WVU Engine and Emissions Research Center (EERC). NOx emissions were measured using a conventional Rosemount NOx analyzer and a Cambustion fast response NOx analyzer. The Rosemount analyzer sampled dilute emissions whereas the fast …
Simplified Live-Load Moment Distribution Factors For Simple Span Slab On I-Girder Bridges, Wesley D. Hevener
Simplified Live-Load Moment Distribution Factors For Simple Span Slab On I-Girder Bridges, Wesley D. Hevener
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
The primary goal of this effort is to identify and assess various methods of computing live load distribution factors and to use the results of laboratory and field tests to compare these methods. It is further a goal of this work to use these methods to perform a parametric study over a wide range of typical slab on steel I-girder bridges to assess the accuracy of both the AASHTO Standard and AASHTO LRFD specifications and to propose an empirical model that correlates better with the analytical results within the range of parameters that are to be studied.;These studies include: (1) …
Characterization And Recommendations For The Remediation Of Acid Mine Drainage Impacted Streams, Patrick F. Hudnall
Characterization And Recommendations For The Remediation Of Acid Mine Drainage Impacted Streams, Patrick F. Hudnall
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
The Beaver Creek watershed (located in West Virginia) has been severely impacted by Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) from surface mining operations. Water quality was monitored via water quality grab samples, in-situ water quality monitoring devices (YSI Sondes), and fish and macroinvertebrate community sampling. High concentrations of metal ions (Fe, Mn, Al, and SO 4) and acidity along with low pH and alkalinity values were observed from water quality sampling sites. The water quality data collected from the in-situ monitoring devices and fish and macroinvertebrate sampling supported the findings from the water quality grab sampling. Recommendations were made for the remediation, …
Geologic Feature Prediction Using Roof Bolter Drilling Parameters, Benjamin T. Mirabile
Geologic Feature Prediction Using Roof Bolter Drilling Parameters, Benjamin T. Mirabile
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
The design of a safe and efficient roof support system is essential for any underground coal mining operation. All underground coal mines in the United States install roof bolts with a roof bolter as the primary means of supporting the mine roof. Proper application of roof bolting is dependent upon knowledge of the mine roof geology.;Recently developed control and data acquisition technologies allow the drilling performance of these roof bolters to be monitored on a real-time basis. Drilling data collected from these machines can be used to determine geological features present in the mine roof. A J. H. Fletcher & …
Evaluation Of Performance Graded Asphalt Binder Equipment And Testing Protocol, Michael E. Pumphrey
Evaluation Of Performance Graded Asphalt Binder Equipment And Testing Protocol, Michael E. Pumphrey
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
The testing and grading of asphalt cement has progressively changed to meet the demanding needs for quality hot mix asphalt pavements. From October 1987 through March 1993, the Strategic Highway Research Program (SHRP) conducted a {dollar}50 million research effort to improve asphalt pavement technology. The research led to the development of the Superpave(TM) mix design system (Superior Performing Asphalt Pavements) and the Performance Graded (PG) asphalt binder tests and specifications. The Performance Graded asphalt binder specifications were developed to address the shortcomings of the previous asphalt grading systems.;The objective of this research was to critically evaluate the SHRP performance graded …
Potential Field Theory And Its Applications To Classical Mechanical Problems, Shannon Rae Stillwagon
Potential Field Theory And Its Applications To Classical Mechanical Problems, Shannon Rae Stillwagon
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
Advances in many scientific fields are expected to come from work in nanotechnology. Engineering at nano-scales presents novel problems that classical mechanics cannot solve. Many engineers are uncomfortable designing at this level because classical or continuum mechanics does not apply and quantum mechanics is said to apply in a tangible way. There are unique opportunities to contribute to the design, controls, and analysis of systems that are particularly suited to mechanical engineering. Within the derivations of classical mechanics are assumptions that limit its use to bulk engineering. These assumptions are examined to determine what principles can be extended to smaller …
One-Dimensional Transient Numerical Modeling Of A Micro-Power Generation System, Emre Tatli
One-Dimensional Transient Numerical Modeling Of A Micro-Power Generation System, Emre Tatli
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
Two core modules of a more comprehensive model for analyzing the flow of fluids in a hybrid system including a fuel cell are developed. First part consists of a new procedure for scaling turbomachinery maps. In the last few decades, the sizes of turbomachinery have been getting smaller and smaller for various purposes. New designs have pushed the limits of power generation to be in more compact sizes, which lead to smaller compressors and turbines. For new designs, it is important to know how the turbomachinery in the system will behave at certain conditions. But it is not practical to …
Distributed Dispatchers For Partially Clairvoyant Schedulers, Kiran S. Yellajyosula
Distributed Dispatchers For Partially Clairvoyant Schedulers, Kiran S. Yellajyosula
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
This work focuses on the empirical evaluation of distributed dispatching strategies on shared and distributed memory architectures for hard real-time systems. The dispatching model accommodates process parameter variability and analyzes the effect of variable execution times.;Hard real-time systems are modeled in the E-T-C scheduling framework and dispatched if a valid schedule exists. We examine the dispatchability of Partially Clairvoyant schedules of different sizes and varying deadlines under reasonable assumptions. The effect of scaling up the number of processors used by the dispatcher is also studied. The results validate the superiority of the distributed strategies over sequential dispatching and scalability of …
Software Development Productivity And Cycle Time Reduction, Victor A. Clincy
Software Development Productivity And Cycle Time Reduction, Victor A. Clincy
Faculty Articles
Increasing software developers' productivity and reducing the software development process' cycle time are key goals for organizations responsible for building software applications. This paper proposes four major areas impacting an organization's ability to increase developer productivity and reduce development cycle time. The four areas are (1) organizational structure and climate, (2) reward system, (3) software development process and (4) the use of software design and testing tools.
When Personality Traits Need A Frame Of Reference: Enhancing The Predictive Validity Of Non-Cognitive Measures, Andrew David English
When Personality Traits Need A Frame Of Reference: Enhancing The Predictive Validity Of Non-Cognitive Measures, Andrew David English
Theses and Dissertations
The reconsideration of personality among personnel specialists is partly due to the discovery of the five-factor model of personality or the "Big Five" (Costa, 1996). In the years following the acceptance of this taxonomy, several researchers have examined the relationship of the "Big Five" personality traits to numerous job performance criteria. Research has show:n that personality testing can contribute significant incremental validity over that of cognitive ability and skills (Neuman & Wright, 1999). The issues of trait consistency and the faking of personality measures have divided researchers in regards to how detrimental the effects of each are. The results of …
An Algorithm For Clearing Combinatorial Markets, Josiane Domgang Nzouonta
An Algorithm For Clearing Combinatorial Markets, Josiane Domgang Nzouonta
Theses and Dissertations
It was recently shown possible to solve single item auctions without revealing any secret except for the solution. Namely, with vMB-share [4], the seller and the buyer only learn each other's identity and the selling price for a chosen M+1 pricing scheme. No trusted party was necessary. In this thesis, we show how vMB-share can be extended for the clearing of combinatorial negotiations with several items, buyers and sellers. We first show how the more general problem can be reduced to a virtual form, relatively similar to the single-item auctions. Then, some modifications in the cryptographic techniques of vMB-share are …
Reducing Of Iron Corrosion In Water Pipelines By Hydrogen Addition, Feraih Sh. Alenazey
Reducing Of Iron Corrosion In Water Pipelines By Hydrogen Addition, Feraih Sh. Alenazey
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
Water is provided to the citizenry of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by the desalination of seawater. The purified water is then transported through extensive pipelines to the cities where it is used. During the process of transport the water becomes polluted with soluble iron.;The corrosion of iron in the pipelines is the result of an oxidation reduction reaction. In that reaction hydrogen ion is reduced and the iron is oxidized. The hypothesis of this thesis is that the electrochemical potential of the hydrogen half-cell reaction can be reduce by dissolution of hydrogen gas in the water. If that value …
Generalized Nowhere Zero Flow, Jingjing Chen
Generalized Nowhere Zero Flow, Jingjing Chen
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
Let G be an undirected graph, A be an (additive) abelian group and A* = A - {lcub}0{rcub}. A graph G is A-connected if G has an orientation D(G) such that for every function b : V(G ) A satisfying Sv∈VG b(v) = 0, there is a function f : E(G) A* such that at each vertex v ∈ V(G), ∂f(v), the net flow out from v, equals b( v). An A-nowhere-zero-flow (abbreviated as A-NZF) in G is a function f : E(G) A* such that at each vertex v ∈ V(G), ∂f(v) = 0.;In this paper, we investigate the …
Crack Detection Technique For Reinforced Concrete Bridge Decks, Indumathi Chera
Crack Detection Technique For Reinforced Concrete Bridge Decks, Indumathi Chera
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
This study describes the instrumentation and test results of a reinforced concrete bridge deck constructed on 3-span continuous steel girders. The instrumented bridge is located in Evansville, West Virginia at the intersection of US Route 50 East and WV 92 South. An instrumentation system is developed and implemented specifically to measure and monitor the growth of cracks along the wheel path. The system consists of 30 crack-meters embedded in concrete over the bottom layer of the reinforcement. The crack-meter readings are automatically collected every 20 minutes together with the readings from other sensors that were placed in concrete and on …
Implementing Software Engineering Practices In Small Industry With A Focus On Requirements Elicitation, James Clifford Fleming
Implementing Software Engineering Practices In Small Industry With A Focus On Requirements Elicitation, James Clifford Fleming
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
I have been involved in small industry for 33 years and I have seen how the evolution of computers and software has affected small companies striving to grow in their market place by trying to take advantage of an evolving technology. Many times an individual is assigned the task of developing software to fit the company's needs and begins the process without any formal training in the practices of Software Engineering. My Thesis will discuss my evolving skills, gained through my Masters in Software Engineering degree work, as a Software Engineer and how I have been able to implement proper …
Parametric Modeling Of Bolted Joints Between Components Made Of Particulate Composite Materials, Vasudha Goteti
Parametric Modeling Of Bolted Joints Between Components Made Of Particulate Composite Materials, Vasudha Goteti
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
Particulate metal matrix composites (MMC) exhibit higher stiffness, strength and wear resistance compared to metal alloys. They exhibit superior compressive and buckling strength because of their higher plastic modulus. MMC's can operate at very higher temperatures than fiber-reinforced polymer composites. Their isotropic behavior and forming ability by conventional methods makes them a better choice for low-cost applications. They have good thermal conductivity, high electrical conductivity and low thermal expansion.;The main objective of this study is to predict numerically the stress distributions around the hole in a bolted joint made of particulate metal matrix composite and to investigate the associated load …
Ersatz, George M. Horton Jr.
Ersatz, George M. Horton Jr.
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
My work attempts to develop the relationship between optical and formal painting traditions in modernism via the literal surface of the painting and the object or objects represented. They are arranged to create an effect of simultaneous emergence and dissolution. They represent the falsely temporal aspects of the perceived world, the concretization of which only exists in the mind of the viewer. This thesis statement will address issues of surface and illusionism in modern pictorial theory and the importance of perception verses objectification. In addition I will discuss the subject matter, composition, and techniques employed to create the works. I …
Laboratory Experiments In Thermal Sciences, Christopher K. Jackson
Laboratory Experiments In Thermal Sciences, Christopher K. Jackson
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
Study of the basic sciences (chemistry, biology, physics, etc.) requires experimental verification to support the theory developed in the classroom. Engineering solutions are the same in their need for verification. In an academic environment this verification comes in the form of laboratory courses. The link to applications is equally important as the demonstration of theory. This is especially true for engineering disciplines due to the nature of tasks engineers are expected to successfully complete in industry. It is vital for the engineer's career that he/she can successfully apply the background theory learned in university study to real world applications.;The Department …
Dynamic Response Evaluation Of Fiber-Reinforced Composite Bridge Decks And Bridges, Chandra Sekhar Jinka
Dynamic Response Evaluation Of Fiber-Reinforced Composite Bridge Decks And Bridges, Chandra Sekhar Jinka
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) composite bridge decks are gaining attention of bridge owners because of their light self weight, corrosion resistance and ease of installation. The lighter weight and lower stiffness of the FRP decks combined with the lower level of damping (than concrete) can lead to excessive deck vibrations and may substantially increase the dynamic amplification of induced stress and deflections. Also, a global NDE technique using dynamic characterization is necessary to ensure the long term performance of FRP bridges. Therefore, an extensive study on FRP decks and FRP bridges is carried out both at laboratory and in the …