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Studies on the international economics of information technology .
(2007)
The first study statistically analyzes the relationship between computer technology use and economic productivity using international data. At the end of this first study, the findings show a positive relationship between ...
Three Essays in Local Public Finance
(2015-05)
This dissertation targets three questions relating to local public finance. Given the importance of local public finance on the average person's everyday life (consider the state of local roads and schools), understanding ...
Using the AIR Self-Determination Scale to Predict the Performance of Middle School Students with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders
(2011)
Students with emotional and behavioral disorders (EBD) have historically faced discouraging outcomes in the four postsecondary outcome areas of employment, education, independent living, and community adjustment. These ...
Comparison Theorems, Geomatric Inequalities, And Applications to p-harmonic Geometry
(2012)
In this dissertation, we consider three aspects: comparison theorems on complete manifold which posses a pole, geometric inequalities on complete manifolds, and the applications of inequalities to p-harmonic geometry. More ...
Fast Convergent and Secure Key Distribution Protocols Using a Dual-Quantum Channel
(2008)
This dissertation presents three new quantum key distribution protocols over a dual quantum-channel to enhance the convergence speed of the key distribution process. The proposed protocols effectively use a dual-quantum ...
Characterization of the convective boundary layer through a combination of large-eddy simulations and a radar simulator
(2011)
The boundary layer (BL) is the lowest part of the atmosphere where the flow field is directly influenced by interactions among air, heat, and the Earth's surface. The structure of flow in the BL is dynamic due to the fact ...
Recognizing Racial Publics--An Exploration of Racial Identity and Community Among Black Women in Understanding Obesity and Weight Loss Messages
(2013)
This dissertation takes a public relations approach and qualitatively explores how Black women understand obesity and weight loss messages based on their racial identity and community. Racial identity is the degree to which ...
A study of directional radiative properties of thermal fire barrier materials.
(2002)
The solution of the RTE is given in terms of the discrete ordinate method taking into consideration the interactions between the foil and the fiber, assuming a linear-anisotropic scattering function for the scattering ...
A Convergence Account of Ethics and Aesthetics Through A Composite Understanding of Evaluative Judgments
(2010)
In this dissertation, I argue for a convergence account of the ontological status of the fields of ethics and aesthetics. This project is accomplished in three parts.
Market Hegemony and Economic Theory
(Philosophy of the Social Sciences, 2008-12-01)
It is central to standard economic theory that people act on their interests. People are interested in a variety of things, so a range of values should influence market behavior. When engaged in commerce, however, people ...