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Uab Health System Wins Several Internet Awards, Jim Bakken

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Unh Faculty Senate Motion # Xvi-M5 On Budgetary Crisis, Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Motions

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Unh Faculty Senate Motion # Xvi-M6 On January-Term E-Learning Session Length, Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Motions

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Unh Faculty Senate Motion# Xvi-M4 On The Academic And Strategic Plans, Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Motions

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Two-Dimensional Infrared Spectral Signature And Hydration Of The Oxalate Dianion, Daniel G. Kuroda, Robin M. Hochstrasser

Faculty Publications

Ultrafast vibrational spectra of the aqueous oxalate ion in the region of its carboxylate asymmetric stretch modes show novel relaxation processes. Two-dimensional infrared vibrational echo spectra and the vibrational dynamics obtained from them along with measurements of the anisotropy decay provide a picture in which the localization of the oxalate vibrational excitation onto the carboxylate groups occurs in ∼450 fs. Molecular dynamics simulations are used to characterize the vibrational dynamics in terms of dihedral angle motion between the two carboxylate planes and solvation dynamics. The localization of the oxalate vibrational excitation onto the carboxylates is induced by the fluctuations in …

The Collegian (2011-11-28), Rene Cardona Jr.

UTB/TSC Archives - The Collegian [Newspaper]

Vol. 64. No. 14

The Effectiveness Of Religion-Affiliated Nonprofit Organizations In Social Services: A Survey Study Of Nursing Homes In Virginia, Bulent Ucar

Theses and Dissertations

The primary purpose of this study is to determine whether being a church affiliated nursing home influences performance. Performance is measured based on criterion put in place by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The secondary purpose is, regardless of ownership type - religiously affiliated or secular- to investigate if more religiously involved nursing homes perform better than their less religiously involved counterparts. These two purposes are hypothesized with six different hypotheses each of which are tested by utilizing OLS regression analysis. This study extensively discusses the arguments surrounding the Charitable Choice Initiative, which allowed faith-based organizations (FBOs) …

Unbound States Of 32Cl And The 31S(P,Γ) 32Cl Reaction Rate, M. Matoš, J. C. Blackmon, L. E. Linhardt, D. W. Bardayan, C. D. Nesaraja, J. A. Clark, C. M. Deibel, P. D. O'Malley, P. D. Parker

Faculty Publications

The 31S(p,γ)32Cl reaction is expected to provide the dominant break-out path from the SiP cycle in novae and is important for understanding enrichments of sulfur observed in some nova ejecta. We studied the 32S(3He,t)32Cl charge-exchange reaction to determine properties of proton-unbound levels in 32Cl that have previously contributed significant uncertainties to the 31S(p,γ)32Cl reaction rate. Measured triton magnetic rigidities were used to determine excitation energies in 32Cl. Proton-branching ratios were obtained by detecting decay protons from unbound 32Cl states in coincidence with tritons. An improved 31S(p,γ)32Cl reaction rate was calculated including robust statistical and systematic uncertainties. © 2011 American Physical …

Dynamics And Stability Of Two-Potential Flows In The Porous Media, Bojan Markicevic, Branko Bijeljic, Homayun K. Navaz

Mechanical Engineering Publications

The experimental and numerical results of the capillary-force-driven climb of wetting liquid in porous media, which is opposed by the gravity force, are analyzed with respect to the emergence of a multiphase flow front and flow stability of the climbing liquid. Two dynamic characteristics are used: (i) the multiphase flow front thickness as a function of time, and (ii) the capillary number as a function of Bond number, where both numbers are calculated from the harmonic average of pores radii. Throughout the climb, the influence of capillary, gravity, and viscous force variations on the flow behavior is investigated for different …

Wim Based Load Models For Bridge Serviceability Limit States, Przemyslaw Rakoczy

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering: Dissertations, Theses, and Student Research

The safety of aging bridge inventory is one of the main concerns of the state and federal agencies. Therefore, there is a need to quantify the safety margin of existing infrastructure and new design bridges. The Serviceability Limit States, i.e. fatigue, requires additional statistical parameters and not only the maximum values but also load spectra, i.e. frequency of occurrence of loads. The maximum values are needed for shorter time periods, such as day, week, month or year. Load spectra as well as material resistance are random variables. To quantify the safety margin of existing and future bridges load and resistance …

University Of Northern Iowa Faculty Senate Meeting Minutes, November 28, 2011, University Of Northern Iowa. Faculty Senate.

Documents - Faculty Senate

Meeting minutes from the Faculty Senate of the University of Northern Iowa.

University Of Northern Iowa Faculty Senate Meeting Agenda, November 28, 2011, University Of Northern Iowa. Faculty Senate.

Documents - Faculty Senate

Meeting agenda from the Faculty Senate of the University of Northern Iowa.

Interview With Andrew Parsley (Fa 593), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives

Folklife Archives Oral Histories

Transcription of an interview with Andrew Parsley conducted by his daughter Rachel Parsley for a folk studies class at Western Kentucky University. The content of the interview revolves around folk medicine as practiced in the region around Mammoth Cave National Park, particularly Edmonson County, Kentucky.

Vol. 41, No. 13 (November 28, 2011)

Indiana Law Annotated

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Mobile Os And Peer-To-Peer Gaming Integration With Iphone Ios, Stephen Jackson

Senior Seminars

Smartphones enable a new rich user experience in pervasive computing. This paper presents a report of a system that delivers customized gaming content to mobile devices. As a demonstration of this system's capabilities, an application was designed to deliver peer-to-peer game play throughout Apple iPhones.

Examining The Effects Of Recycling Education On The Knowledge, Attitudes, And Behaviors Of Elementary School Students, Hannah Williams '12

Outstanding Senior Seminar Papers

In order to promote environmental sustainability, the Unit 5 School District in McLean County, Illinois has recognized the need to increase recycling rates within the district. As a part of the efforts to encourage recycling in Unit 5 schools, this study considers the barriers that may prevent the effective implementation of environmental education programs in school curricula, as well as the elements that contribute to the success of these programs. Furthermore, this study examines the effects of recycling educational programs on the knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors of second and third grade students at Fox Creek Elementary School in Bloomington, Illinois. …

2011-12 Faculty Senate - November 28, 2011 Minutes Summary, Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Agendas & Minutes

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Smell Of Success

News Releases

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U.S. Franchise Businesses Drop In Q3 As Global Markets Tumble, Lori Wright

Media Relations

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Crow's Nest, November 28 2011, Crow's Nest Staff

Crow's Nest

The November 28 2011 issue of the Crow's Nest.

State V. Hochrein Appellant's Brief Dckt. 38316

Idaho Supreme Court Records & Briefs, All

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Weekly Specials-11.28.11, Campus House

Weekly Specials

Specials:

Pan Seared Sea Scallops,

Peppercorn Crusted Pork Tenderloin,

Soup and Sandwich

Daily Eastern News: November 28, 2011, Eastern Illinois University

November

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Dipole-Dipole Interaction Between Rubidium Rydberg Atoms, Emily Altiere, Donald Fahey, Michael Noel, Rachel J. Smith, Thomas J. Carroll

Physics Faculty Research and Scholarship

Ultracold Rydberg atoms in a static electric field can exchange energy via the dipole-dipole interaction. The Stark effect shifts the energy levels of the atoms which tunes the energy exchange into resonance at specific values of the electric field (Forster resonances). We excite rubidium atoms to Rydberg states by focusing either a 480 nm beam from a tunable dye laser or a pair of diode lasers into a magneto-optical trap. The trap lies at the center of a configuration of electrodes. We scan the electric field by controlling the voltage on the electrodes while measuring the fraction of atoms that …

Student Recital: Terrell Dean, Baritone, Terrell Dean, Bobbie Kesler-Corleto

Student Recitals

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Nems360.Com: A Cosmic Perspective: Oxford Science Cafe Explores The Universe, Admin

University of Mississippi News

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The Principle Of Resilience, Lia Helena Monteiro De Lima Demange

Dissertations & Theses

This article departs from the observation of accentuated degradation of ecosystems worldwide to stress the urgency in changing the patterns of occupation of the land, production, consumption and the ecological and ethical goals of environmental conservation. Aiming to achieve these ends, this article proposes the acknowledgement of the principle of resilience in international environmental law. The principle of resilience is articulated herein based on the concept of ecological resilience; the values of land ethic; and the existing principles of international environmental law. Later, the article explains how the principle can be applied to adaptive governance; adaptive management; environmental impact …

A Brief Review Of Research Progress In The Development Of Engineering Models For Lithium Ion Batteries, Da-Wei Wang, Dong-Jiang Li, Jun Li, Yong Yang

Journal of Electrochemistry

Lithium ion battery has become an important and popular electrochemical device for energy storage.Suitable evaluation and understanding of electrochemical performance and state of charge play a key role in the applications of lithium ion batteries.Construction and utilization of engineering modeling for lithium ion batteries is an effective way to fulfill this target.In this paper,engineering models of lithium ion batteries based on electrochemical reaction,ionic diffusion and migration are introduced.The emphasis is placed on the development of engineering models by the introduction of side reaction,phase transition,stress and energy.The applications of engineering models in such simulations as charge-discharge,concentration distribution,current distribution,state of charge,stress and …

Superhydrophilic/Superhydrophobic Surface Constructions On Titanium And Their Effects On Anti-Bacterial Properties, Guo-Wei Wang, Qiao-Ling Huang, Ren Hu, Chang-Jian Lin, Hao Wang, Li-Hai Zhang, Pei-Fu Tang

Journal of Electrochemistry

The microbial infection of biomaterials often causes clinic problems and sometimes even leads to the prosthesis failure. It is, therefore, important to prevent the biomaterials from bacterial contamination. This can be done by using anti-bacteria drugs. However, this method causes physiological burdens to the patients and does not always work. To stop the contamination from the just beginning is believed to be a better choice. The first step for infection is the attachment of bacteria on the material. In this work, the thin TiO₂ nanotubes array films were constructed with totally different wettabilities showing either superhydrophobic or superhydrophilic. The …

The Electrochemical Properties Of Cathode Materials LimXV3-XO8, Hui Yang, Gang-Gang Zhao, Juan Li

Journal of Electrochemistry

The cathode material of LiM_xV₃-xO₈ was fabricated by sol-gel method using citric acid as a chelating agent and doping transition metal ions M (Mn, Ti, Co and Ni). The structure, morphology and electrochemical proprieties of the LiMxV3-xO8 samples were investigated by XRD, TGA/DTA, SEM, charge-discharge and CV measurements. The results showed that different calcining temperatures result in different structures and morphologies, which lead to different discharge capacities. The specific discharge capacity of the sample calcined at 500℃ for 6 h was up to 300.4 mAh/g in the first cycle, and the capacity decreased with the …