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Investigation Of Poly[4(5)-Vinylimidazole] Composites And Their Potential As Proton Conductive Membranes, Jinghang Wu

Theses

In order to demonstrate proton conductivity in an imidazole polymer system, novel composite proton exchange membranes were fabricated by casting films of poly[4(5)-vinylimidazole/vinylimidazolium trifluoromethylsufonylimide] and poly(vinylidene fluoride)], PVdF, from mixed dimethylformamide (DMF) solutions. The phase, composition and morphology of these composites were examined by differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), and hot stage polarized microscopy. Thermal stability was evaluated by thermal gravimetric analysis (TGA). Proton conductivity was in a fuel cell test fixture evaluated at GM Fuel Cell Activities in Honeoye Falls, NY. DSC thermograms were characterized by a crystalline melt for the PVdF component at ∼169°C. All composites displayed a well-form …

Educational Policies Committee Minutes, December 7, 2006, Utah State University

Educational Policies Committee

• Subcommittee Reports
• Curriculum Subcommittee
• Academic Standards Subcommittee
• General Education Subcommittee
• Course Approvals
• Syllabus Approval

The Architecture Of Enabling Technology In The Critical Care Setting: The Role Of Architecture In Addressing The Health Care - Technology Paradox, Matthew Nitch

All Theses

Health care architecture, particularly tertiary care settings, which have the sickest people, and most advanced medical care, should accommodate and employ technology in ways that are both therapeutic and enabling. Although technology in the tertiary care setting is generally considered beneficial, it can sometimes have negative impacts, cause stress and result in poor health outcomes. Norman Cousins said in his book Anatomy of an Illness, 'Many doctors are increasingly aware of the circular paradox [of the intensive care unit]. It provides better electronic aids than ever before for dealing with emergencies that are often intensified because they communicate a sense …

Analysis Of Near-Infrared Phase Effects On Biometric Iris Data, Brady Roos Stevenson

Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this research is to ascertain potential iris scan data variations from near infrared waves derived from fluorescent illumination. Prior studies of iris data variances from infrared wave interference of halogen, incandescent, and sunlight with iris cameras suggest that similar changes may exist under near infrared wavelengths from fluorescent light. The concern is that the fluorescent energy emission may interfere with the near infrared detection of an iris camera. An iris camera is used to measure human eye characteristics known as biometrics. If such infrared emission is statistically significant, then it can alter the validity of the iris …

Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 11, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Breaking ground for the chapel -- Global warming is a hot issue on campus -- AID's hits the 25- year mark on and across the world -- The 'big dig' brings excitement and anticipation to campus -- Are students giving too much effort for the results they receive? -- Joe’s American Bar and Grill -- The Knit Wits stitch towards a good cause -- Students targeted for identity fraud -- Men’s basketball boasts six players with double figures in win -- Men’s Ice Hockey skates to two ties with Air Force -- Arnone leads Women’s Ice Hockey to victory.

Lanthorn, Vol. 41, No. 30, December 7, 2006, Grand Valley State University

Volume 41, July 13, 2006 - June 14, 2007

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

A Dynamic Workflow Framework For Mass Customization Using Web Service And Autonomous Agent Technologies, Daniel J. Karpowitz

Theses and Dissertations

Custom software development and maintenance is one of the key expenses associated with developing automated systems for mass customization. This paper presents a method for reducing the risk associated with this expense by developing a flexible environment for determining and executing dynamic workflow paths. Strategies for developing an autonomous agent-based framework and for identifying and creating web services for specific process tasks are presented. The proposed methods are outlined in two different case studies to illustrate the approach for both a generic process with complex workflow paths and a more specific sequential engineering process.

The Bg News December 7, 2006, Bowling Green State University

BG News (Student Newspaper)

The BGSU campus student newspaper. December 7, 2006. Volume 97-Issue 72.

The Molecular And Ecophysiological Roles Of Rubisco Activase And Rubisco Activase Likes In Photosynthetic Thermal Regulation Of Acer Rubrum And Arabidopsis Thaliana , David Weston

All Dissertations

Determining the consequences of human impact on our current and future climate is proving to be to be one of the greater challenges in modern biology. Current global models employing coupled atmosphere and terrestrial carbon feedbacks range in their predictions from the inconsequential to that of vast food shortages and species extinctions. However, there is hope that the emergence of new molecular approaches will revolutionize our understanding of plant and animal responses to a changing environment, allowing for higher predictive power when scaling up from the level of the individual to ecosystem-scale processes. This dissertation is an initial attempt for …

Investigation Into Compatibility Between Repair Material And Substrate Concrete Using Experimental And Finite Element Method, Rashmi Pattnaik

All Dissertations

The failure of concrete repairs is mainly due to improper selection of repair material based on individual repair material properties, without investigating the compatibility between repair material and substrate concrete. In this dissertation the compatibility between eight repair materials and substrate concrete was investigated in three stages. First, individual properties of the repair materials such as setting time, flow, compressive strength, flexural strength, split tensile strength, bond strength, drying shrinkage, freeze-thaw resistance, and permeability, were determined using standard ASTM test procedures. Second, the compatibility was investigated using a composite beam under third point loading. Third, the correlation of repair material …

Um Officials Stress Planning For Game-Day Parking, University Of Montana--Missoula. Office Of University Relations

University of Montana News Releases, 1928, 1956-present

No abstract provided.

Um Leads Global Technology Development Initiative, University Of Montana--Missoula. Office Of University Relations

University of Montana News Releases, 1928, 1956-present

No abstract provided.

Kenyon Collegian - December 7, 2006

The Kenyon Collegian

No abstract provided.

Hindsight: The Moving Image And The Post-Photographic, John Aäsp

Theses

My recent video work employs a chronophotographic template to play on the idea of extracting knowledge from a fragmented visual sequence. Rather than freezing separate frames as instances of motion (as seen in a Muybridge sequence), motion is left within the sequence—looping continuously to create a paradox of stasis and dynamism. Using found footage from an older film era or clips from modern television, sequences are recaptured and reorganized to create a media-hybridized moment standing in a new temporal flow.

Influenced by the philosophy of Henri Bergson, this work explores a gray area between cinema and photography, motion and stillness, …

The East Texan, 2006-12-07, Texas A&M University-Commerce

All Issues

Volume 91, number 14 of The East Texan, a student newspaper published at Texas A&M University-Commerce.

Strategic Partnerships And The Internationalisation Process Of Software Smes, Aileen Kennedy, Kathy Keeney

Conference papers

This research investigates the strategic partnering activities of software SMEs (small to medium sized enterprises), their motivations to engage in strategic partnerships as part of the internationalisation process, the key benefits achieved and the main challenges encountered. A qualitative research methodology focusing on Irish indigenous firms is used. Findings suggest that strategic partnerships were initiated to take advantage of firm synergy, reputation and credibility advantages. Partnerships also served as an important foreign market entry mechanism allowing firms to accelerate sales cycles and reduce risk in overseas markets. Challenges facing firms included partner selection and issues of control. Directions for further …

Educational Policies Committee Agenda, December 7, 2006, Utah State University

Educational Policies Committee

• Subcommittee Reports
• Curriculum Subcommittee
• Course Approvals
• Academic Standards Subcommittee
• General Education Subcommittee

Curriculum Subcommittee Minutes, December 7, 2006, Utah State University

Educational Policies Committee

Department of Agricultural Systems Technology and Education

• New Course

Department of Animal, Dairy and Veterinary Sciences

• New Course
• Prerequisite Change

Department of Nutrition and Food Science

• Title Change, Course Number Change
• Delete Course

College of Business

• New Course

School of Accountancy

• Remove University Studies Designation
• Course Description Change

Department of Business Information Systems

• Prerequisite Change, Course Description Change
• Course Description Change
• Reactivate Course

Department of Economics

• Delete Course

Department of Family, Consumer, and Human Development

• New Course
• Title Change, Course Description Change

Department of Health, Physical Education and Recreation

• New Course
• Prerequisite Change

Department of Special Education and Rehabilitation

• New …

Nomos, Conflict, And The Tragedy Of Adjudication: The Jurisprudence Of Robert Cover, Julen Etxabe

ExpressO

Robert Cover is known for having argued that in every plural society there exist, along with the State, multiple normative entities that create and maintain their own sense of normativity, that is, their own holistic modes of assessing good and bad, valid and invalid, right and wrong. Beyond that, few systematic attempts have been made to pursue this view as a comprehensive theory of law. The principal aim of this piece is to demonstrate that Cover offers a novel and viable paradigm of law, which must at least include an ontology (an understanding of the basic units and organizational structure …

Cal Poly To Dedicate Solar Energy System Dec. 7, Public Affairs Office

Press Releases

No abstract provided.

Cal Poly Offers Mcat Review Course For Med School Hopefuls, Public Affairs Office

Press Releases

No abstract provided.

December 6, 2006 Cal Poly Report, Public Affairs Office

Cal Poly Report

No abstract provided.

Identifying Economic Indicators For Ecosystem-Based Management:, Scott Norris

Publications

In America and across the world, the use of ecosystem-based management is

increasing. One of the primary challenges faced in using this method of management is the integration of economic data and environmental information. This report explores the use of a new tool for integrating economic data, ecosystem-based economic indicators, in a case study of Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve, an estuarine environment located in Monterey County, CA. Research and literature reviews were used to detail the economic activities of the area, in order to identify possible indicators,criteria for evaluating the indicators, and potential sources of indicator data. After …

Volume 98 Issue 13, Southwestern Oklahoma State University

The Southwestern - Archive

No abstract provided.

12-06-2006 Cheyenne-Arapaho Honor Dance This Saturday At Swosu, Southwestern Oklahoma State University

THE BARK ARCHIVE 2006

An Honor Dance for Dr. Henrietta Mann, who is interim president of the newly-established Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribal College, will be held this Saturday, December 9, on the Southwestern Oklahoma State University campus in Weatherford. Admission is free, and the public is invited to attend.

Newswire, The Rockefeller University

Posters

The Rockefeller University newsletter

12/06/2006 - Top Award From Magazine.Pdf, University Marketing And Communications

2006

No abstract provided.

Cal Poly Dean To Head National Continuing Education Organization, Public Affairs Office

Press Releases

No abstract provided.

Cal Poly Continuing Education Announces Winter-Spring Class Line-Up, Public Affairs Office

Press Releases

No abstract provided.

Silver V. Amer Inst Cpa

2006 Decisions

USDC for the District of New Jersey