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Dynamics of charge evolution in glass capillaries for 230-keV Xe23 + ions
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American Physical Society
, 2012 , Article)
We have measured the transmission of 230-keV (10-keV/q) Xe23+ ions through insulating tapered glass capillaries of microscopic dimensions. The dynamics of charging and discharging processes have been investigated, evidencing ...
Discoursing ‘democratic knowledge’ & knowledge production in North Africa
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Taylor & Francis
, 2015 , Other)
North Africa (interchangeably used with the term ‘Maghrib’) has historically featured as a contributor to Euro-Med cultures and civilisations. Mesopotamia, Egypt and Phoenicia all at one point in time or another mediated ...
The determinants of student effort at learning ERP: A cultural perspective
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Information Systems and Computing Academic Professionals
, 2015 , Article)
This paper develops a research model based on the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology model (UTAUT) and Hofstede's cultural dimensions to explore factors that influence student effort at learning Enterprise ...
A Novel Green Synthesis of Thalidomide and Analogs
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Hindawi Limited
, 2017 , Article)
Thalidomide and its derivatives are currently under investigation for their antiangiogenic, immunomodulative, and anticancer properties. Current methods used to synthesize these compounds involve multiple steps and extensive ...
Effect of Trace 100 vppm H2S on the Corrosion Behaviour of Plain Carbon and Microalloyed Steels in a Predominant Sweet Environment in High Flow Regime
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Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press)
, 2018 , Conference Paper)
We investigate the effects of the presence of trace (100 vppm) H2S on the corrosion behaviour of plain carbon steel and its various micro-alloyed counterparts in a CO2 saturated (sweet) brine (0.5 M NaCl) environment, in ...
From Elicitation to Persuasion: Assessing the Structure and Effectiveness of Differential Emotions in Anti-Drunk-Driving Campaigns
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Taylor & Francis
, 2017 , Article)
In this paper, we test whether the DES III structure of emotions as described by Izard (1977) can be found in self-report data collected in the context of a campaign to deter drunk driving. Indeed, when exposed to a shocking ...
A Comparative Analysis of Arab and U.S. Cultural Values on the Web
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Taylor & Francis
, 2015 , Article)
ABSTRACT: This study aims to explore the depiction of cultural values on global websites. There exists a research gap in terms of better understanding cross-cultural differences in web communications between the Arab and ...
N-cetyl-N,N,N trimethyl ammonium bromide (CTAB)-stabilized polyaniline: a corrosion inhibitor for mild steel
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Emerald Publishing
, 2018 , Article)
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to compare the inhibitive effect of polyaniline (PAni) and N-cetyl-N,N,N trimethyl ammonium bromide (CTAB)-stabilized PAni in a hydrochloric acid (HCl) medium. Design/methodology/approach: ...
Incorporating olfactory into a multi-modal surgical simulation
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Maruzen Co., Ltd.
, 2014 , Article)
This paper proposes a novel multimodal interactive surgical simulator that incorporates haptic, olfactory, as well as traditional vision feedback. A scent diffuser was developed to produce odors when errors occur. Haptic ...
Managerial traits, market orientation and organisational performance: an empirical examination in a Middle Eastern context
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Inderscience
, 2013 , Article)
The purpose of this study is to empirically examine the role of managerial traits (need for achievement, tolerance for ambiguity, conformity, and individualism) in advancing market orientation ...