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Radial limits of holomorphic functions on the ball
(Texas A&M University, 2008-10-10)
In this dissertation, we consider various aspects of the boundary behavior of holomorphic
functions of several complex variables. In dimension one, a characterization
of the radial limit zero sets of nonconstant holomorphic ...
Structural and functional characterization of the polled interval on bovine chromosome 1
(Texas A&M University, 2008-10-10)
The horned condition in cattle is believed to be the wild type with morphogenesis
primarily occurring after birth. The polled condition has existed since domestication and
has been selected for its economic importance. The ...
Intergenerational mobility in earnings in Brazil spanning three generations and optimal investment in electricity generation in Texas
(Texas A&M University, 2008-10-10)
This dissertation contains three essays. The first and second essays examine
intergenerational mobility in earnings in Brazil using a data set spanning three generations. I use data from PNAD{a nationally representative ...
Evaluation of disposition scores in Bos indicus/Bos taurus cross calves at different stages of production
(Texas A&M University, 2008-10-10)
Aggressiveness, nervousness, flightiness, gregariousness and overall disposition
were evaluated in F2 Nellore-Angus embryo transfer calves (n = 443) from 13 full sib
families and in half Bos indicus, half Bos taurus ...
A geographic information system (GIS) based determination of estuarine and marine wetland and shoreline changes in the Galveston Bay estuary from 1995 to 2002
(Texas A&M University, 2008-10-10)
The purpose of this study was to identify and quantify estuarine and marine wetland
and shore changes circa Galveston Bay Estuary (GBE) from 1995 to 2002 by using
aerial photography and GIS mapping techniques. Aerial ...
Impact of mineralogy on potassium dynamics and retention behavior in Bangladesh soils used in rice cropping systems
(Texas A&M University, 2008-10-10)
The combination of rising population and increasing food demand has placed
tremendous pressure on the soil resource in Bangladesh, especially floodplain soils
where rice may be grown year round. Although these floodplain ...
Second law analysis of premixed compression ignition combustion in a diesel engine using a thermodynamic engine cycle simulation
(Texas A&M University, 2008-10-10)
A second law analysis of compression ignition engine was completed using a thermodynamic engine cycle simulation. The major components of availability destruction and transfer for an entire engine cycle were identified and ...
Natural gas hydrates - issues for gas production and geomechanical stability
(Texas A&M University, 2008-10-10)
Natural gas hydrates are solid crystalline substances found in the subsurface. Since
gas hydrates are stable at low temperatures and moderate pressures, gas hydrates are
found either near the surface in arctic regions ...
Regulation of branching by phytochrome B and PPFD in Arabidopsis thaliana
(Texas A&M University, 2008-10-10)
The branching or tillering of crops is an important agronomic trait with a major
impact on yield. Maintaining an appropriate number of branches allows the plant to use
limited light resources and to produce biomass or ...
Decision matrix for liquid loading in gas wells for cost/benefit analyses of lifting options
(Texas A&M University, 2008-10-10)
Field-proven solutions already exist to reduce the loss of gas production when
liquid loading begins to occur. However, the choice of remedial technique, its feasibility,
and its cost, vary considerably depending on a ...