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The Effect of Between Group Dependence on Measurement Equivalence/Invariance Tests
(2011-11-21)
When using structural equation modeling methods, researchers should test for the presence of measurement equivalence/invariance (ME/I) before investigating substantive hypotheses (Bollen, 1989, p. 355). This study evaluated ...
Wireless Mesh Routing in Smart Utility Networks
(2011-11-18)
Today’s world is more dependent on electrical power than ever. This dependency will increase manifold in the near future with more systems being computerized and a
plethora of new electronic devices emerging for household, ...
An Examination of the Perceptions of Older Americans on Successful Aging and Adult Education Programs to Meet their Aging Needs in Southeast Alabama
(2011-11-21)
The purpose of this study was to examine the personal perceptions of older Americans in regards to the aging process and the characteristics of successful aging. In addition, the study aimed to determine individual ...
In Her Own Voice: A Narrative Study of the Persistence Strategies of Eight African American Women Vice Presidents for Student Affairs at Predominately White Institutions
(2012-05-04)
This narrative study explored the personal and professional experiences of eight African American women vice presidents for student affairs (VPSA) employed at predominately White institutions (PWIs) and the persistence ...
Molecular Epidemiology and Genetic Analysis of Staphylococcus species in Companion Animal Medicine
(2012-05-01)
In human medicine, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is one of the leading causes of bacterial infections in the United States (191). In veterinary medicine, an increased number of multidrug-resistant ...
Roles of Large Loops in Catalytic Versatility of Catalase-Peroxidases: Significance of Peripheral Structures in Improvising Enzyme Functions
(2012-05-07)
Catalase-peroxidases are bifunctional enzymes that catalyze the removal of hydrogen peroxide by two distinct pathways (catalase and peroxidase). They are central to antibiotic resistance in Mycobacterium tuberculosis and ...
Advanced Monitoring and Soft Sensor Development with Application to Industrial Processes
(2012-05-04)
This dissertation presents the research performed to develop innovative multivariate
process monitoring and soft sensor approaches for industrial processes.
In the operation of modern industrial processes, it is attempted ...
Liquid Crystalline Phase Behavior and Fiber Spinning of Double-Stranded DNA Stabilized Single-Walled Carbon Nanotube Dispersions
(2012-05-07)
This dissertation describes the first discovery and characterization of lyotropic cholesteric single-walled carbon nanotube (SWNT) liquid crystals phase where the SWNT acts as a mesogens and is not simply inserted into an ...
The Effects of Social Capital on Local Government Performance and Economic Development
(2012-05-10)
The purpose of this study is to examine the idea that social interaction, government performance, and development efforts positively affect economic wealth on the local level in cities within the United States. New methods ...
Examining Relationships between Enabling Structures, Academic Optimism and Student Achievement
(2012-05-11)
The purpose of this study was to examine relationships between enabling structures, academic optimism and student achievement; to determine whether academic optimism served as a mediator between the two and to discover ...