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Genetic Variation and Evolution of the Size of NBS-LRR-Encoding Gene Family in Cotton and Related Species (Gossypium L.)
(2010-07-14)
Most of genes contained in a genome have been shown to exist in forms of
families; however, little is known about their variation and evolution during the course
of genome evolution. The present study shows that the numbers ...
The Media Spectacle of Terrorism and Response-Able Literature
(2010-01-16)
A movement in literature has evolved out of the aftermath of 9/11 to confront the spectacle of terrorism perpetuated by the corporate news media and find a way to respond to terrorism in a more ethical manner. In this ...
A Finite Element Framework for Multiscale/Multiphysics Analysis of Structures with Complex Microstructures
(2010-10-12)
This research work has contributed in various ways to help develop a better understanding of textile composites and materials with complex microstructures in general. An instrumental part of this work was the development ...
Evaluation of Stress Before, During, and After Transport in Naive Yearling Horses
(2010-07-14)
Recently, the European Union published regulations regarding the welfare of horses during transport requiring that horses be transported in individual stalls separated by partitions. The objective of this study was to ...
ANALYSIS OF SPELLING PERFORMANCE IN ENGLISH AMONG STUDENTS WHOSE FIRST LANGUAGE IS ARABIC
(2010-07-14)
One of the main differences between English monolinguals and English language
learners is that the latter use their knowledge of their first language in spelling in
English. Previous studies have shown that the nature of ...
Religio-Cultural Integration among Muslim-Americans
(2010-10-12)
Traditionally the empirical study of acculturation has focused on the integration,
preservation, or abandonment of one's ethnic heritage in relation to the host culture. This
study attempted to broaden the concept of the ...
Optimal Design of Demand-Responsive Feeder Transit Services
(2010-10-12)
The general public considers Fixed-Route Transit (FRT) to be inconvenient
while Demand-Responsive Transit (DRT) provides much of the desired flexibility with a
door-to-door type of service. However, FRT is typically more ...
Function-based Design Tools for Analyzing the Behavior and Sensitivity of Complex Systems During Conceptual Design
(2010-01-16)
Complex engineering systems involve large numbers of functional elements. Each
functional element can exhibit complex behavior itself. Ensuring the ability of such
systems to meet the customer's needs and requirements ...
PERCEPTIONS OF THE CAPACITY FOR CHANGE AS A COMPONENT OF LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AS REPORTED BY SELECT POPULATIONS OF COLLEGE STUDENTS: IMPLICATIONS FOR COLLEGE STUDENT LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
(2010-01-16)
Greater knowledge of specific populations? perception of the capacity for change
will assist leadership practitioners in the design and implementation of effective
leadership programs. These leadership programs will hopefully ...
In-flight Receptivity Experiments on a 30-degree Swept-wing using Micron-sized Discrete Roughness Elements
(2010-01-16)
One of the last remaining challenges preventing the laminarization of sweptwings
is the control of unstable crossflow vortices. In low-disturbance environments the
transition from laminar to turbulent flow on the swept-wing ...