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Modeling the biodegradability and physicochemical properties of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons
(Texas A&M University, 2006-10-30)
The biodegradability and physicochemical properties of unsubstituted and
methylated polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) were investigated. The focus was
on the development of models expressing the influence of molecular ...
Home-based work, human capital accumulation and women's labor force participation
(Texas A&M University, 2006-10-30)
This dissertation examines the effect of changes in the stock of human capital on
the labor force participation decision of women aged 25-54. Without the option of homebased
work, some women choose to leave the labor market ...
Phylogenetics of the genus Scotophilus (Chiroptera: Vespertilionidae): perspectives from paternally and maternally inherited genomes with emphasis on African species
(Texas A&M University, 2006-10-30)
Bats of the genus Scotophilus are distributed throughout sub-Saharan Africa, parts of southern and Southeast Asia, a majority of the Indomalayan Islands, Reunion Island, and Madagascar. The genus is composed of 14 recognized ...
The political economy of military spending, freedom, conflicts, and economic growth in developing countries
(Texas A&M University, 2006-08-16)
This study assesses the effect of politics on economic growth in developing
societies. In this study I developed and applied an augmented production function model
to 69 developing countries with several political variables: ...
When will states talk? Predicting the initiation of conflict management in interstate crises
(Texas A&M University, 2006-10-30)
This research addresses the question of why some crises between states are resolved
through negotiated agreements while others result in continued conflict or escalate to war.
The model deviates from previous approaches ...
The effects of childhood sexual abuse on adult male attachments in close relationships
(Texas A&M University, 2006-10-30)
Over the past two decades society has become more aware of the prevalence and impact
of childhood sexual abuse (CSA). While society has become more aware of this problem, there
is still much that remains unknown. This is ...
The role of instructional representations on students' written representations and achievements
(Texas A&M University, 2006-10-30)
This research is based on Middle School Mathematics Project (MSMP) funded
by the Interagency Educational Research Initiative through a grant to the American
Association for the Advancement of Science. Both teacherâÂÂs ...
Parameters defining flow resistance and the friction factor behavior in liquid annular seals with deliberately roughened surfaces
(Texas A&M University, 2006-10-30)
Non-contacting annular seals are internal sealing devices used in rotating machinery,
such as multistage centrifugal pumps and compressors. Their design affects both efficiency
and rotor stability. Traditional plain and ...
Lawyers at the 'information age water cooler': exposing sex discrimination and challenging law firm culture on the internet
(Texas A&M University, 2006-10-30)
Prior research has repeatedly documented the existence of gender inequality,
discrimination, and harassment in the legal practice, an occupation that remains maledominated
in terms of both numbers and organizational culture. ...
The correlational and causal investigation into the land use-transportation relationships: evidence from the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area
(Texas A&M University, 2006-10-30)
The role of land-use and related policies in reducing automobile dependence has
been the subject of heated policy debate for over two decades. Previous research has
shed light on the correlations between land-use and travel. ...