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Facts And Figures 2005-2006, Office Of Communications And Marketing Dec 2004

Facts And Figures 2005-2006, Office Of Communications And Marketing

Facts and Figures

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University-Wide Entrepreneurship Education: Alternative Models And Current Trends, Deborah H. Streeter, John P. Jaquette Jr. Dec 2004

University-Wide Entrepreneurship Education: Alternative Models And Current Trends, Deborah H. Streeter, John P. Jaquette Jr.

Journal of Rural Social Sciences

The paper examines the trend towards university-wide programs in entrepreneurship education. We present a conceptual framework for dividing university-wide programs into two categories: "magnet programs," which draw students into entrepreneurship courses offered in the business school, and "radiant programs," which feature entrepreneurship courses outside the business school, focused on the specific context of the nonbusiness students. Examining 38 ranked entrepreneurship programs, we found that about 79 percent now have university-wide programs, most of which follow a magnet model. In interviews with stakeholders at sample institutions, we found that magnet and radiant programs differ in terms of program definition, motivation for …

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Entrepreneurship And Small Business Development As A Rural Development Strategy, Kenneth L. Robinson, Wylin Dassie, Ralph D. Christy Dec 2004

Entrepreneurship And Small Business Development As A Rural Development Strategy, Kenneth L. Robinson, Wylin Dassie, Ralph D. Christy

Journal of Rural Social Sciences

Many social scientists believe that supporting entrepreneurship development within low-income communities is a viable development strategy to combat poverty. Some even suggest that if economic development is to be effective, new businesses in low income areas must be started through local initiatives, and that entrepreneurship is critical to the maintenance of a healthy economy. Underpinned by recent scholarship and grassroots movements that suggest that presence of smaller scale, locally-controlled enterprises can help determine whether communities prosper or decline, this paper explores the links between entrepreneurship and rural development. Using a theory of change framework (Oldsman and Hallberg 2002), the authors …

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Natural Resources Outreach Coalition: Coordination And Program Delivery, Stone, A, Frank Mitchell, Amanda Stone Dec 2004

Natural Resources Outreach Coalition: Coordination And Program Delivery, Stone, A, Frank Mitchell, Amanda Stone

PREP Reports & Publications

The Natural Resources Outreach Coalition (NROC) is a multi-organizational initiative providing technical and educational assistance to communities in New Hampshire’s coastal watersheds dealing with the effects of growth. The NROC program offered to communities includes an initial educational public presentation, Dealing with Growth, followed by a series of follow-up meetings to help the community focus their goals, develop an action-oriented work plan, and provide the technical and educational assistance needed to help the community meet its goals.

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Entrepreneurship Among Black Americans: A Theoretical Perspective On Modes Of Adjustment And Entrepreneurial Education, John Sibley Butler Dec 2004

Entrepreneurship Among Black Americans: A Theoretical Perspective On Modes Of Adjustment And Entrepreneurial Education, John Sibley Butler

Journal of Rural Social Sciences

In this paper Butler argues that despite a stronger, group-wide emphasis on new venture creation among black Americans in the past, entrepreneurship continues to be a means of economic security and wealth creation for this group. To frame his argument, Butler examines Modes of Adjustment theory and the decline of venture development among African Americans. His emphasis is on understanding the theory's implication for black entrepreneurship and for the entrepreneurial education of future generations. Using data from both the Survey of Minority-owned Business Enterprises and Characteristics of Business Owners, Butler highlights the present status of black entrepreneurship to explain patterns …

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Perkembangan Moneter, Perbankan Dan Sistem Pembayaran Triwulan Iv – 2004, Tim Penulis Laporan Triwulanan Bank Indonesia Dec 2004

Perkembangan Moneter, Perbankan Dan Sistem Pembayaran Triwulan Iv – 2004, Tim Penulis Laporan Triwulanan Bank Indonesia

Bulletin of Monetary Economics and Banking

Sampai dengan triwulan IV-2004, perekonomian Indonesia menunjukkan perkembangan yang semakin baik. Kestabilan ekonomi makro dapat dipertahankan yang disertai dengan peningkatan pertumbuhan ekonomi. Laju inflasi tetap dapat dikendalikan dalam tingkat yang rendah dan tetap sesuai dengan proyeksi yang telah ditetapkan pada awal tahun. Nilai tukar rupiah relatif stabil dengan volatilitas yang rendah. Seiring dengan itu, suku bunga di dalam negeri tetap stabil pada tingkat yang relatif rendah sehingga kondusif bagi perkembangan dunia usaha. Sektor keuangan, khususnya perbankan dan pasar modal, juga menunjukkan perkembangan yang semakin mantap. Sementara itu, sejalan dengan meningkatnya kegiatan investasi serta tetap tingginya konsumsi, pertumbuhan ekonomi dalam triwulan …

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New Mexico Labor Market Review 12-31-2004, New Mexico Department Of Labor Dec 2004

New Mexico Labor Market Review 12-31-2004, New Mexico Department Of Labor

Historic Publications

This issue of the New Mexico Labor Market Review presents November 2004 employment, unemployment, wage, and economic activity data for New Mexico, its counties, and metropolitan areas.

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The Legal And Practical Aspects Of Places Of Refuge In The Context Of Salvage, Danhua Li Dec 2004

The Legal And Practical Aspects Of Places Of Refuge In The Context Of Salvage, Danhua Li

World Maritime University Dissertations

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Practices Towards Cleaner Ships And Sustainable Social Development, Prasant Kumar Padhi Dec 2004

Practices Towards Cleaner Ships And Sustainable Social Development, Prasant Kumar Padhi

World Maritime University Dissertations

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Preparations Of Spherical Polymeric Particles From Tanzanian Cashew Nut Shell Liquid By Suspension Polymerization, L L Mkayula, Y M M Makame, T H Matechi Dec 2004

Preparations Of Spherical Polymeric Particles From Tanzanian Cashew Nut Shell Liquid By Suspension Polymerization, L L Mkayula, Y M M Makame, T H Matechi

Tanzania Journal of Science

Spherical Polymeric Particles (SPP) have been prepared from Tanzanian Cashew Nut Shell Liquid (CNSL) by suspension polymerization technique involving either step-growth or chain- growth polymerization mechanisms. The sizes of the SPP, which ranged from 0.1 to 2.0 mm were strongly influenced by the amounts of stabilizers in polymerization recipes used. The particles showed variable surface areas, indicative of the presence of pores in some of the preparations and the highest surface area recorded was about 260 m2g-1. The particles were found to exhibit Langmuir-type adsorption isotherms with saturation capacity of about 9.0 and 44.2 mg/g for Na+ and Ca2+, respectively. …

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Contamination Of Water And Sediments By Obsolete Pesticides At Vikuge Farm, Kibaha Distric, Tanzania, M J Mihale, M A Kishimba Dec 2004

Contamination Of Water And Sediments By Obsolete Pesticides At Vikuge Farm, Kibaha Distric, Tanzania, M J Mihale, M A Kishimba

Tanzania Journal of Science

Sediments and water from Vikuge State Farm, Coast Region, Tanzania, where, in 1986, a “donation” of 170 m3 of partially expired pesticides were stored in an open shed- which eventually collapsed, were analysed for 80 different pesticide residues and metabolites. DDT and HCH, two of the most persistent organochlorines pesticides, were the most dominant pesticides found in both matrices. In sediments the levels were up to 99,620 mg/kg dry weight of ΣDDT and up to 7,400 mg/kg dry weight of ΣHCH. The mean total HCH concentrations were 0.95 μg/l in tap water, 0.28 mg/l in surface water and 3.09 μg/l …

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Formulasi Gameksan Dalam Bentuk Mikroemulsi, Mahdi Jufri, Asnimar Binu, Julia Rahmawati Dec 2004

Formulasi Gameksan Dalam Bentuk Mikroemulsi, Mahdi Jufri, Asnimar Binu, Julia Rahmawati

Majalah Ilmu Kefarmasian

The clinical use of the poorly water-soluble drug substance become inefficient by means of low level penetration of such kind drug in the body. Microemulsion is a dispersion system like an emulsion which could help to increase the solubility of poorly water-soluble drug. In this research, poorly water-soluble drug is made in a dosage form of microemulsion with Gamexan as a model. An experiment has been conduct by using benzyl benzoate as an oil phase, Tween 20 with variety concentra- tion (35%;40%;45%) and sodium lauryl ether sulphate as surfactant components. The evaluation are consist of determining the amount of Gamexan …

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The Threat Of Smallpox: Eradicated But Not Erased: A Review Of The Fiscal, Logistical And Legal Obstacles Impacting The Phase I Vaccination Program, Holly L. Myers, Elin Gursky, Georges C. Benjamin, Christopher Gozdor, Michael Greenberger Dec 2004

The Threat Of Smallpox: Eradicated But Not Erased: A Review Of The Fiscal, Logistical And Legal Obstacles Impacting The Phase I Vaccination Program, Holly L. Myers, Elin Gursky, Georges C. Benjamin, Christopher Gozdor, Michael Greenberger

Faculty Scholarship

Fears that terrorists may have the capabilities and intent to disseminate a variety of biologic agents has once again brought smallpox into the American consciousness. On December 13, 2002, recognizing that the global discontinuation of routine smallpox vaccination over two decades ago had left most Americans unprotected and vulnerable to the ravaging effects of the virus, the President announced a precautionary measure to begin vaccinating teams of emergency responders. The program commenced January 24, 2003. In the ensuing months, public health departments scrambled to meet the goal of vaccinating approximately 500,000 first responders, a protected phalanx that could quickly and …

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December 29th 2004, Hispanic News Dec 2004

December 29th 2004, Hispanic News

Inland Empire Hispanic News

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Influence Of Hydraulic Property Correlation On Predicted Dense Nonaqueous Phase Liquid Source Zone Architecture, Mass Recovery And Contaminant Flux, Lawrence D. Lemke, Linda M. Abriola, John R. Lang Dec 2004

Influence Of Hydraulic Property Correlation On Predicted Dense Nonaqueous Phase Liquid Source Zone Architecture, Mass Recovery And Contaminant Flux, Lawrence D. Lemke, Linda M. Abriola, John R. Lang

Environmental Science and Geology Faculty Research Publications

Organic liquid saturation distributions resulting from a simulated tetrachloroethene (PCE) spill were generated with alternative models of spatially varying aquifer properties for a statistically homogeneous, nonuniform sand aquifer. The distributions were analyzed to quantify DNAPL source zone characteristics and then incorporated as initial conditions for simulated PCE recovery using surfactant-enhanced aquifer remediation (SEAR). The predicted evolution of the spatial distribution of DNAPL saturations or source zone ‘‘architectures’’ and associated remediation efficiencies are strongly influenced by the spatial correlation of aquifer parameters and multiphase flow constitutive relationships. Model predictions suggest that removal of 60 to 99% of entrapped PCE can reduce …

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Bob Brown Joins Um Center, University Of Montana--Missoula. Office Of University Relations Dec 2004

Bob Brown Joins Um Center, University Of Montana--Missoula. Office Of University Relations

University of Montana News Releases, 1928, 1956-present

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Aicpa Board/Council Briefing Synopsis Updated As Of December 29, 2004, American Institute Of Certified Public Accountants (Aicpa) Dec 2004

Aicpa Board/Council Briefing Synopsis Updated As Of December 29, 2004, American Institute Of Certified Public Accountants (Aicpa)

Association Sections, Divisions, Boards, Teams

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The Paperless Chase: Electronic Voting And Democratic Values, Daniel P. Tokaji Dec 2004

The Paperless Chase: Electronic Voting And Democratic Values, Daniel P. Tokaji

The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law Working Paper Series

The 2000 election ignited a fierce controversy over the machinery used for voting. Civil rights advocates have called for the replacement of outdated paper-based voting equipment, like the infamous “hanging chad” punch card. Yet the introduction of paperless technology, especially electronic “touchscreen” machines, has induced widespread concern that software might be rigged to alter election results. This article examines the debate over electronic voting, which raises fundamental questions about the democratic values that should guide the administration of elections. It frames the debate by defining four equality norms embodied in federal voting rights laws and the Constitution. Electronic voting has …

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Studi Kandungan Logam Pb Dalam Batang Dan Daun Kangkung (Ipomoea Reptans) Yang Direbus Dengan Penambahan Nacl Dan Asam Asetat, Indrajati Kohar, Poppy Hartatie Hardjo, Melyana Jonatan, Onie Agustanti Dec 2004

Studi Kandungan Logam Pb Dalam Batang Dan Daun Kangkung (Ipomoea Reptans) Yang Direbus Dengan Penambahan Nacl Dan Asam Asetat, Indrajati Kohar, Poppy Hartatie Hardjo, Melyana Jonatan, Onie Agustanti

Makara Journal of Science

Study on The Content of Pb in Twigs And Leaves of Kangkung (Ipomoea reptans Poir) Boiled With The Addition of NaCl And Acetic Acid. Kangkung is a kind of favorable vegetables that used to grow near a river, and is cultivated and watered with water from the river. If the river is polluted by heavy metals, there is a risk that the plant is contaminated too. A study on the content of Pb in kangkung planted in Pb contaminated media has been conducted, and it was proven that Pb was found in the plant. Land kangkung (Ipomoea reptans) was used …

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In Vitro Culture Of Pogostemon Cablin Benth. (Nilam Plant): The Effect Of Naa And Bap On Embryogenic Callus Proliferation And Subsequent Somatic Embryogenesis, Zulkarnain Zulkarnain Dec 2004

In Vitro Culture Of Pogostemon Cablin Benth. (Nilam Plant): The Effect Of Naa And Bap On Embryogenic Callus Proliferation And Subsequent Somatic Embryogenesis, Zulkarnain Zulkarnain

Makara Journal of Science

An experiment to investigate the somatic embryogenesis from shoot-derived callus of Pogostemon cablin (nilam plant) has been conducted at the Plant Biotechnology Laboratory, Agricultural Faculty, University of Jambi from January through to July 2004. Callus proliferation was induced on explants taken from young shoots cultured on solid MS medium supplemented with phytohormones NAA (0.8, 1.1, 1.4, and 1.7 ppm) and BAP (1.1, 1.4, 1.7, and 2.0 ppm) under in vitro conditions. Cultures were maintained at 25 ± 1 oC, light intensity 50 mmol m-2 s-1, and 16 hours photoperiod. The results indicated that all cultured explants showed positive responses on …

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More Than Teacher Directed Or Child Initiated: Preschool Curriculum Type, Parent Involvement, And Children's Outcomes In The Child-Parent Centers, Elizabeth Graue, Melissa A. Clements, Arthur J. Reynolds, Michael D. Niles Dec 2004

More Than Teacher Directed Or Child Initiated: Preschool Curriculum Type, Parent Involvement, And Children's Outcomes In The Child-Parent Centers, Elizabeth Graue, Melissa A. Clements, Arthur J. Reynolds, Michael D. Niles

Education Policy Analysis Archives (EPAA)

This study investigated the contributions of curriculum approach and parent involvement to the short- and long-term effects of preschool participation in the Title I Chicago Child-Parent Centers. …

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Education Policy Analysis Archives 12/72 , Arizona State University, University Of South Florida Dec 2004

Education Policy Analysis Archives 12/72 , Arizona State University, University Of South Florida

College of Education Publications

More than Teacher Directed or Child Initiated: Preschool Curriculum Type, Parent Involvement, and Children, Äôs Outcomes in the Child-Parent Centers / Elizabeth Graue, Melissa A. Clements, Arthur J. Reynolds [and] Michael D. Niles.

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12/23/2004 Obituary Records, Hawaii Obituaries Dec 2004

12/23/2004 Obituary Records, Hawaii Obituaries

Obituaries

List of Obituaries for individuals who passed away on 12/23/2004. Scroll down to see the names and obituary description.

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Unh Seeks Employers For Resume Review Day Jan 27, Denise Hart Dec 2004

Unh Seeks Employers For Resume Review Day Jan 27, Denise Hart

Media Relations

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The Weekly Challenger, December 23, 2004, The Weekly Challenger, Et Al Dec 2004

The Weekly Challenger, December 23, 2004, The Weekly Challenger, Et Al

Weekly Challenger Newspaper Collection

The December 23, 2004, issue of The Weekly Challenger.

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Um, National Guard Reach Building Maintenance Agreement, University Of Montana--Missoula. Office Of University Relations Dec 2004

Um, National Guard Reach Building Maintenance Agreement, University Of Montana--Missoula. Office Of University Relations

University of Montana News Releases, 1928, 1956-present

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Isolating Adult Psychological Correlates Of Witnessing Parental Violence: Findings From A Predominantly Latina Sample, Corrie A. Davies, David Dilillo, Isaac G. Martinez Dec 2004

Isolating Adult Psychological Correlates Of Witnessing Parental Violence: Findings From A Predominantly Latina Sample, Corrie A. Davies, David Dilillo, Isaac G. Martinez

Department of Psychology: Faculty Publications

This study examined the relationship between childhood exposure to parental violence and adult psychological functioning in a sample of predominantly Mexican American participants. Questionnaires assessing childhood maltreatment, family environment, and current psychological symptomatology were completed by 142 female undergraduates. Findings revealed that witnessing parental violence in childhood was associated with depressive symptoms, low self-esteem, and trauma symptoms in adulthood, even after controlling for child physical and sexual abuse. However, in subsequent analyses, also controlling for levels of nonphysical family conflict, previous associations between exposure to parental violence and adult symptomatology were reduced, such that trauma-related symptoms remained the sole outcome …

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The Effect Of Prostaglandin Inhibitor On Pregnancy Rates Of Heifer Embryo Transfer Recipients, Jared William Mcnaughtan Dec 2004

The Effect Of Prostaglandin Inhibitor On Pregnancy Rates Of Heifer Embryo Transfer Recipients, Jared William Mcnaughtan

Theses and Dissertations

Manipulation of the reproductive tract results in increased levels of prostaglandin, which may, in turn, reduce pregnancy rates in embryo recipients. Administration of a prostaglandin inhibitor prior to embryo transfer improves pregnancy rates in cows. Embryo transfer into heifers is more difficult and often requires additional manipulation of the uterus. This study was designed to determine whether administration of the prostaglandin inhibitor, flunixin meglumine, immediately prior to embryo transfer increases pregnancy rates in heifers. Heifers (n=466) were divided into two equal groups based on BCS (range=6-7) and weight (range=256-455). Estrus was synchronized in heifers by giving two injections of prostaglandin …

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Unh Hosts War At The Whitt Sled Hockey Tourney Jan 9, Sharon Keeler Dec 2004

Unh Hosts War At The Whitt Sled Hockey Tourney Jan 9, Sharon Keeler

Media Relations

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Um Photojournalist Rewarded By National Competition, University Of Montana--Missoula. Office Of University Relations Dec 2004

Um Photojournalist Rewarded By National Competition, University Of Montana--Missoula. Office Of University Relations

University of Montana News Releases, 1928, 1956-present

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