Essays on Factor

1. Factor Analysis Factor analysis is a statistical procedure utilized for data reduction (Bartholomew et al., 2008). This reduction is reflected in lowering a large number of variables that have similar characteristics, into smaller factors (dimensions). Specifically, based on data reduction, factor analysis is conducted to identify the unobservable and underlying structure of a set of variables which are correlated with each other. These variables are coherent but independent of one another. By coherent it implies that the variables are very consistent and relate with each other harmoniously while independent denotes that the outcomes or the results of each ...

Psychology

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Abstract

Identifying and predicting psychopathic traits by analyzing childhood behaviours must be based on sound psychometrics to ensure scientifically reliable results. Statistical analysis using G-Power (computer model for calculations) aids in analyszing the results from surveys and personality assessments which are administered to teens and young adults from communities, colleges, juvenile homes and jails in order to understand how the data from self reported questionnaires can reliable be used to predict psychopathic behavior. The ability to do so would be very helpful for counseling and could possibly help avoid psychopathic behaviors in young people that are self-destructive ...

Introduction

The term “risk factor” is very common in epidemiology. In general sense, it refers to a particular variable that is associated with an elevated risk of infection or disease. Since the number of diseases in the world is very large, the number of risk factors is also every large. The risk factors however vary from one disease or infection to another. However, there are a number of risk factors that are very common and play a significant role in many infections. One of these factors is molecular genetics. As the name suggest, molecular genetics is a genre that mainly ...

Analysis of the Article

Engineering Management Journal, September 2007 The article “Twinning Motivation, Productivity and Management Strategy in Construction Projects” by Hemanta Doloi is dedicated to the research of the motivational factors effectively influencing employees’ output and help to increase productivity in the field of Australian construction industry. The research was conducted in this area particularly, because although there is a considerable number of works dedicated to the employees’ influence in construction productivity and the overall study of the motivational factors, there were none such found that would describe the incentive programs enhancing positive motivation methods in the construction industry. But at the ...

1.0 Introduction Hemophilia A (HA) is an inherited X-linked bleeding disorder that results from a wide range of mutations in the factor VIII (FVIII) gene which leads to the absence or quantitative and/or qualitative deficiency of the said blood clotting factor ( (Jacquemin, et al., 2000; Guillet, et al., 2006; Venceslá, et al., 2008). FVIII gene is one of the most extensively investigated of all human genes and these extensive studies have led to the identification of a wide range of different types of mutations responsible for HA. Some of the mutation types identified include point mutations (resulting in missense, ...

Transfer factors are tiny molecules that modulate the activities of the immune system like Natural Killer cells, T cells, and immunoglobin antibodies. These molecules were discovered by Dr. Sherwood Lawrence and in the recent times 4life came to understand that extracts of pure transfer factor can be obtained from egg yolks, colostrums and got patents for the processes of the extraction. The 4life Transfer Factors products are health nutrition supplements which utilize Transfer Factors in supporting of the immune system better than any other source. This paper evaluates whether these dietary supplements can be used for management curing of ...

Abstract

Risky behavior contributes to the maladaptive behavior of psychopathic individuals. However, the results gotten from a group of psychopathic individuals in an experiment using the Levenson Self-Report Psychopathy (LSRP) and the Angler’s Risk Task (ART) to evaluate their decision making has been equivocal. Different factors of psychopathy may be suitable to explain the findings. We examined the relationship between primary, secondary psychopathy and the performance based on the methods used. Impulsivity was also added to find out its effect as a moderator. In a combined model of the interactions and effects of primary, secondary psychopathy and impulsivity, only ...

Vision and Mission Analysis

Vision: Intercontinental Hotel Group (IHG) is envisioned to being the best company in the hospitality business in the entire world. It plans to achieve this by developing hotels that meet the needs of their guests. The company has specifically stated that the customers’ needs are the core satisfactions that the company wants to align with its long-term goals and objectives. This vision explains the continued success of the company in the hospitality sector.

Mission:

The established mission statement by IHG demonstrates the importance of maintaining and increasing the shareholders returns. It reveals the importance of maximizing the shareholders wealth. The ...

Introduction

Platelets comprise of a very important component in the blood. They prevent blood loss in the body. This is enhanced by formation of an entangled mesh made of fibrinogen which is activated by calcium ions and the von Willbrand factor. A complex physiology ensues within the first few minutes of exposure of the tissue underlying the epithelial tissue in the skin (Hoffman 2009, p.123). Platelets also play a very important role in ensuring the pathogenic organisms are prevented from entering the body through the exposed tissue on the skin. This paper comprise of various components which are intended to ...

Kenya is located in Eastern Africa and is considered as the economic hub of the region. One of the most distinctive aspects of the nation is that it has a market-based economy that is accompanied by a very liberalized foreign trade policy. Kenya gained independence from the British in 1963 and since that time, the nation has experienced inconsistent economic growth (Bradshaw, 1988). In fact, during the early years after independence, the rate of economic growth for the nation was very high (6%).However, this rate decreased to about 4% for the following decades. Things particularly got bad for ...

Embryonic stem cell is a crucial factor in the developmental process of a multicellular organism. Embryonic stem cells (ESCs) are derived at early stages during development and eventually give rise to all type of tissues and organs in an animal. The ES cell lines have three properties consisting of self-renewal, primary chimera formation and pluripotency [1]. Pluripotency, a key feature of ESCs, refers to the capacity of a cell to differentiate into several different types of tissues [2]. An array of cellular factors play important role in maintaining pluripotency and determining cell fate in the developmental pathway. Negative effects ...

Abstract

Bones are formed through a process known as osteogenesis from three different lineages. This process takes place through two different methods, which are intramembranous ossification and endochondral ossification. A large increment in bone mass takes place in childhood, as well as puberty, through the formation of endochondral bone. At this point, growth hormones are known to play a role. This paper will focus on the process of cartilage and bone formation and the stimulation of bone formation by the growth hormone. There are a number of factors that regulate the formation of bone, while growth hormone affects a number ...

The safety factor is a major element while considering the quantity of spare parts required at some point. While choosing the kind of stock to sustain for construction as well as maintenance of some structures it is worthwhile to be considerate of various factors such as the safety factor. Since stock needs to be maintained with a reasonable volume of the required elements the safety factor can never be ignored. The original strength or reliability of a structure must be maintained and it is usually based on availability of reliable stock. However, there are massive merits of considering the ...

Development of the theory of human caring took place between 1975 and 1979, when Jean was working at the University of Colorado as a lecturer. The theory resulted from her view of nursing in combination with doctoral studies that she was doing in educational-clinical, as well as social psychology. The development of the human caring theory came in as her first attempt to add meaning and focus to the field of nursing. This came at a point when nursing was an emerging discipline, which came out as a distinct health profession that has its unique knowledge, value and practices, ...

Abstract

Factor V Leiden is a genetic mutation that confers resistance to the action of activated protein C and thus predisposes to venous thromboembolism. It’s inherited as an autosomal dominant trait and is prevalent amongst Caucasians with a carrier rate of 4%. Deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism are the most common clinical manifestations of FVL related VTE although it can also affect other sites. Genetic testing for FVL is used for diagnostic as well as predictive purposes. Diagnosis of FVL is based on protein assays and

DNA analysis technology. Familial genetic testing for FVL is generally not recommended ...

perceptions of the tattooed person’s character (Applied Psychology) (Advanced Statistical Data Analysis)

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CHAPTER 1—INTRODUCTION6Purpose of the StudyProblem and Significance Research Question/Hypotheses7 Definition of TermsLimitations DelimitationsAssumptions

CHAPTER 2—LITERATURE REVIEW8CHAPTER 3—METHODOLOGY .Model Research DesignInstrument Data Collection Data AnalysisVariablesLimitations Delimitations AssumptionsCHAPTER 4—RESULTS Data Screening Scale Development Analyses of Primary Hypotheses Analyses of Secondary Hypotheses CHAPTER 5—DISCUSSION Discussion of Findings Implications of the Limitations on Present and Future Research Recommendations Practical Application of Results Future Research

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Abstract The purpose of this is to examine how the characters of ...

Introduction

The secret to a long life has always been a fascinating topic and an appealing scientific inquiry. People are interested with the elixir of life. This is because everyone wants to die old and extend their stay on earth. The whole of humanity embraces youthfulness and life, in general. The manner by which people live is also paramount. Most people anywhere in the world are interested with health and wellness. Public health has also become a necessity while modern medicines and several technologies are trying to slow down the natural processes of ageing (Manning, et. al., 2012). Most popular ...

Hybrid Wind and Solar Powered Outdoor Lighting

Team: MET-421-001 Senior Design Project I Winter 2014

Abstract 1

Project Description 2 Photovoltaic Cells 3 Wind Turbine 4 Integrated Controls Unit 6 Battery 7 LED Lighting 8 Patent /Market Review 9 Economic Analysis 9 Conclusion 13

References 14

Appendix 15 Abstract The United States Department of Energy has laid out a vision in 2011, which includes to have the U.S. secure a leading role in clean energy technologies. With current global considerations to conserve natural energy resources and convert to more sustainable methods of power generation, applied efforts need to be developed in order to integrate known methods of energy creation, and ...

Introduction

Von Willebrand disease (vWD) can be defined as the most common hereditary coagulation abnormality depicted in humans, even though it can as well be acquired from other medical conditions. It occurs as a result of a quantitative or qualitative deficiency of von Willebrand factor (vWF), which is a multimeric protein needed for adhesion of platelet. It is recognized to affect humans as well as dogs, and on rare occasion cattle, swine, cats, and horses. There exist three types of vWD namely acquired, inherited and platelet or pseudo type.

Symptoms

In several individuals with von Willebrand disease vWD, the symptoms are ...

1.0 Introduction Hemophilia refers to a sex linked recessive, hereditary lifelong bleeding disorder caused by a deficiency or lack of a vital blood-clotting factor. The disorder is therefore associated with excessive and often spontaneous bleeding of mainly internal organs. While hemophilia A is associated with the partial or lack of factor VIII, hemophilia B is a deficiency of factor IX. Without considering the type and severity, there is 1 reported case in every 5000 male births and 1 severe case in every 10,000 male births. Suffice to say that hemophilia A is referred to as the classical hemophilia ...

The Chicago School of Professional Psychology

Abstract The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between religiosity and substance abuse. Data was collected using a drug use questionnaire and a religiosity scale. It was hypothesized that individuals with high levels of religiosity would report lower levels of substance abuse compared to individuals with low levels of religiosity. A one way between subject analysis of variance was conducted and yielded .

Effects of Religiosity on Substance Abuse

The misuse of drug in the United States has exposed the population of all religions and communities to many risk factors. Some of the risk factors are very dangerous to their lives and health. ...

Included in this review of literature are the main concepts being studied for this research. These are the concepts of “personality” and “work performance,” its theoretical introduction, the relationship between these two main variables. This review shall outline the definition of these two important concepts and the major trends in interpreting their relationships. It shall also point out the alternative explanations of their relationships and how it can be resolved. According to Phares & Chaplin (1997), personality traits are major constructs in the field of psychology. These have been defined in various respects. Personality traits are described to be internal ...

The Business Structures and Competitiveness of Russia

Diamond Model of International Competitiveness

The concept of competitiveness is among the factors that have received widespread acceptance in the analysis of a nation’s prosperity despite limited understanding on the basic structures. An understanding of the factors determining the competitiveness of a country is the central factor in the diamond model of international competitiveness developed by Michael E. Porter. To begin with, it is ardently crucial to acknowledge the fact that improvement of sustainable standards of living should the central macroeconomic goal for any nation aspiring to be competitive in the global market. Other measures include the level ...

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Target audience.6 Offer details..7

Time of placement7

Advertising channels.8 Perceptions8 Buyer process.8 Involvement level.9 Marketing mix.9 Product.10 Promotion.10 Placement.10 Critique and Recommendations10 Yves Saint Laurent Opium fragrance for women12 Target audience13 Offer details.13 Time of placement14 Advertising channels.14 Perceptions.14 Buyer process15 Involvement level..15 Marketing mix..15 Product..15 Promotion..15 Conclusion and Recommendations..16 CONCLUSION16

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Executive Summary The media advertisements are meant to be creative so as to meet the required needs in the market. The advertisements involving the sexual contents are increasingly becoming common, and therefore a balance is required in such creations so as not to display the extremely sexual content that would end ...

Factor-Endowment Theory

This theory is also known as “Heckscher-Ohlin Theory. It is a theory of international trade. This theory is projection of the classical view. The main point of focus of this theory is the comparative advantage and its different patterns. This theory proposes that the comparative advantage is due to the differences in the factor endowment. This theory has gained much familiarity from the mid of the twentieth century to the end of the century. It is still center of the attention but faces a lot of criticism as well (Rich, 1992) The amount of labor, capital, land, entrepreneurship and ...

Introduction

The aim of this essay is to determine the rise of China as a major in the Pacific and the analytical content in its military, economic and trade behavior, inevitably captured in the global scale. The research examines the tension that is increasingly attributed to the Sino US relations on Australia’s strategic environment. The study go beyond the analysis of the stress factors that are attributed to Australia’s international partnering concepts and the changes experienced through the decade in its underlying relations with both the US and China. In this scale of analysis, the longer measures in ...

Introduction

I worked as a claim specialist at a City Law department, where I was entitled to massive duties, which required proper skills and understanding to execute duties appropriately. This job goes with several duties that need be carried out accordingly. I was required to arrange for a court appearance, through subpoena among other ways of witnesses required for proper presentation of a case. I was also supposed to confer with the attorney assigned to a case concerning the facts developed during an investigation as well as assist the attorney before and during trial. I could also prepare the court ...

- Introduction The prevalence of obesity has been on a steady increase in the last 3 decades to the extent that it has become a major public health concern (Bell & Zimmerman, 2010). This trend has been attributed to environmental factors that prevent or inhibit healthy eating and active life. Parallel to the prevalence of obesity and overweight has been the reduction in sleep duration. The longer working hours, in a bid, to make more money, and the growing 24-hour internet and cable TV entertainment have led to many people sleeping fewer hours than the recommended 6-8 hours . This has ...

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Executive summary

In understanding cost and pricing dynamics in relation to profitability, at least four issues face the cost accountant in tracing product or service costs, the value of which will be used as an essential input in pricing decisions. These are complexity, accuracy, ease of estimation, and time. Joint cost allocation is an example of a complex cost tracing due to inevitable data gaps. Sunk costs exemplify a type of cost the accountants normally consider as marginal and, therefore, may be ignored in the cost trace. Opportunity costs also possess a unique characteristic in its “potentiality” by nature, although ...

California Lutheran University

Rayan Azhari Chapter I

Introduction

Succession planning is the process of identifying, recruiting, and training employees of an organization in order to equip them with skills necessary for enabling them to take up future top management positions. It entails training and evaluation processes to ensure that the respective employees are capable of effectively and efficiently handling all the management and leadership issues, they may face in the course of duty. Succession planning is an important part of everyday organization activities and, as a result, all organizations whether small; medium sized or even large must prepare for future succession possibilities. Effective ...

Chapter I

Introduction Succession planning is the process of identifying, recruiting, and training employees of an organization in order to equip them with skills necessary for enabling them to take up future top management positions. It entails training and evaluation processes to ensure that the respective employees are capable of effectively and efficiently handling all the management and leadership issues, they may face in the course of duty. Succession planning is an important part of everyday organization activities and, as a result, all organizations whether small; medium sized or even large must prepare for future succession possibilities. Effective succession planning ensures ...

Introduction

US Department of justice (2013), define domestic violence as a sequence and pattern of abusive behavior present in a relationship. Domestic violence can appear in forms of physical, psychological, emotional, economic, or even sexual actions. Vocalized threats are also considered as domestic violence. The behaviors that produce damaging effects on the victim are acknowledged as violent. Which includes threatening, controlling, degrading, isolating, terrifying, terrorizing, forcing, fragmenting, bullying, blaming, hurting, harming, or wounding someone in a relationship (Siemieniuk, Krentz, Gish, Gill, 2010).The motive behind abusive position is attributed to the perpetrator’s need for power and control over one’ ...

Lab Report: Renewable Energy Lighting System Design

Introduction Communities around the country as well as around the world are setting sustainable development goals. Twidell and Weir (2006, 2) define sustainable development in general terms as “living, producing and consuming in a manner that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs.” Renewable energy sources are critical for sustainability. Renewable sources like wind and sun are different from fossil fuels because intense human labor is not necessary. Renewable resources do not negatively impact the environment which is also an important factor for reaching sustainability goals. Twiddel and Weir ( ...

Abstract

Drug addiction is not only common in men but also in women. However, it does not happen accidentally. Certain factors influence women’s engagement in drug initiation and even addiction: natural physical susceptibility; personality measure of women; peer relationships; family relationships; marital relationships; social media and marketing; discrimination; acculturation; socioeconomic condition; and victimization in sex and prostitution. These factors have different influencing ways upon women. Likewise, the effects these have upon women have varying degrees as well. Seeing these factors does not only imply knowledge of the issue, but brings forth the need to deal with it. The term ‘ ...

In the value model, the five factors described in the research project are very important in ensuring that the products of Coca cola Company sell well in the market. The first factor in the model is the functional value. In this factor, the company is required to consider the factors that affect demand of a product. First, it is important to note that the consumers buy a product which they expect that it will meet their demands. The goods should be in a position to meet the functions for which they were bought. This factor is significant because if ...

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Factor analysis is a quantitative technique that is used by researchers to identify basic patterns in the relationship patterns among variables. In other words, factor analysis is used to find out if the variables observed could be explained largely in terms of a smaller number of variables which are referred to as factors. Therefore, factor analysis is appropriate if the researcher is of the opinion that the dependent variable can be largely explained by fewer variables than the ones obtained during the research. Factor analysis determines the number of factors that are needed to explain the relationship pattern among ...

Epidemiology, as the name suggests is the study of diseases by analysing their trigger factors and their causes and rate of spreading. Since it is a composite study of diseases and health problems and focuses on solving these problems by research and understanding the various factors. Analysts therefore utilize various methods dependent on the disease or the health issue in question and the desired outcome of the study. The term “disease’ here covers a wide range of health related issues including their causes, controls and outcomes at various stages of the disease such as disability and eventual death. There ...

Before we proceed any further let us first understand what the definition of tourism is. As per Guyer Feuler “Tourism is a collection of activities, services and industries which deliver a travel experience comprising of transportation, accommodation, eating and drinking establishments, retail shops, entertainment businesses and other hospitality services provided for individuals or groups travelling away from home”. As per UNWTO definition “Tourism comprises of the activities of persons travelling to and staying in places outside their usual environment for not more than one consecutive year for leisure, business and other purposes”. For tourism to happen people must travel ...

Business Report on Tesco

Executive Summary Tesco is known as the third largest retiling store in the world. From its emergence until now, Tesco earned a lot of profit and is providing a variety of products to its consumers. Geographical diversification in Tesco leads it towards the height of success. When we analyze the internal and external factors that affect the performance of Tesco, we realize that strengths of Tesco make his business very profitable. There is a tough competition that Tesco has to be faced but due to its diversifying products and good quality business operations, Tesco is still among the top ...

Literature review

Heat transfer and friction characteristics in a square duct roughened by various shaped ribs on one wall [Aliaga, b, 1994]. Liquid crystal thermograph is used to measure local and average heat transfer coefficient of ribbed surface. The ribs height to duct hydraulic diameter ratio is fixed to 0.1. The rib pitch to height ratio varies from 8 to 15 and Reynolds number spans from 8000 to 20,000[Aliaga, b, 1994]. The experiment consists of heat transfer test and pressure test. The test experiment consists of 750mm long smooth duct followed by a rib-roughened section of equal length. Plexiglas ...

Introduction

Blood consists of erythrocytes and leucocytes suspended in it. Blood is pumped from the heart to the body through the arteries and it enters back in the heart through the veins. Blood without cells is known as plasma while serum is the straw colored liquid obtained after the removal of the clot. Plasma contains different proteins, nutrients and waste materials. There are different cases of blood disorders observed in humans.

Blood cells and platelets

The most abundant cells in the blood are the anucleate, biconcave erythrocytes. They contain a red pigment known as hemoglobin (Hb) that carries dioxygen (O2). Hb contains four subunits ...

Citation

Lee, C.Y, Chen, L.K, Lo, Y.K, Liang, C.K, Chou, M.Y, Lo, C.C, Huang. C.T, Lin, Y.T. (2011) Urinary incontinence: an under-recognized risk factor for falls among elderly dementia patients. Neurourol Urodyn. Sep;30(7):1286-90. Article Summary “Urinary incontinence: an under-recognized risk factor for falls among elderly dementia patients” is a research article by Lee et al, which addresses the issue of urinary incontinence among the elderly, and its cormobid risk factor of falls among elderly dementia patients (Lee et al, 2011). According to the article, urinary incontinence is a very common condition among the elderly patients and it ...

Overconsumption of Sucrose and Fructose may contribute to certain types of Cancer 1. Introduction Though it is hard to establish, the link between cancer and glucose does exist. This is especially disturbing given the fact that the link between diabetes and glucose has been of particular interest to the science community for the past three decades. The bottom line is that most of the problematic cum chronic illnesses in the world today are to a large extent lifestyle diseases. In fact, research has advanced to the extent that the link between strains of diabetes and those of cancer can ...

Introduction

Marijuana is a drug that is extracted from the cannabis plant. Marijuana is mainly used by individuals for the purposes of psychoactive behaviors. The genesis of the name of the drug is Spanish, from the word marihuana. According to various numerous research findings and also the United Nations report on drug use, cannabis is the most widely used drug in the world today. Marijuana can be classified as a stimulant, depressant, or hallucinogen since it exhibits the properties of other drugs classified in their respective classifications. The effects of consuming marijuana can either be classified as ...

Abstract

In this paper, I will analyze how money-making motivations are connected to subjective well-being. Money-making motivations are frequently distributed into realistic and unrealistic motivations, and that depends on the possibility of attaining them through making money. However, the distribution of motivations into realistic and unrealistic does not have to represent the absolute truth in every scientific research and real life scenario. Scientific research shows various conflicting findings on money-making motivations and their relationship with well-being. I will analyze the importance of cultural influences, value conflict, and associations with money in defining subjective well-being. Money-making motivations are an essential factor ...

Undergraduate Dissertation

Consumer Decision Making, in Relation to Brand Image in Today’s Airline Industry Presented for (Business management) This dissertation is entirely the original work of student registration number 1210025. Where material is obtained from published or unpublished works, this has been fully acknowledged by citation

Abstract

Marketing research studies reveal that companies have gone beyond offering functional attributes of a product when considering their competitive advantages in the market. Rather, companies are developing corporate brands that are associated with their products and services in the marketplace. The rationale is that companies can create special image that consumers can associate certain ...

Literature Review

LITERATURE REVIEW INTRODUCTION Literature review involves a review of the secondary research literature to strengthen the theoretical concepts related to research and the insights provided by past researchers in the area. This section provides a detailed view of existing research literature on the topics related to the perceptions of employees on informal training practices and its possible impact on the job satisfaction. The literature review chapter develops the assessment of the information and research-based literature that was developed in the past that will guide the development of the research literature in the future. The section also provides a reference ...

[Author Name(s), First M. Last, Omit Titles and Degrees] [Institutional Affiliation(s)] [Include any grant/funding information and a complete correspondence address.] Humans share a similar biology but are unique in their inherent traits. Personality being an integral part of human being is inextricably related to the uniqueness and purpose of human’s existence. Uniqueness or "Unicum" originally mentioned in Latin represents something exceptional in its kind. So what is the primary reason for all the human beings' diversity and difference? Each human has a unique personality, sees an object from various prospects and reacts to the same situation ...

Clinical case formulation

Annie described her childhood as being chaotic. Her description included night terrors that commenced when she was approximately aged four-years, reoccurring again at ages eight and twelve. Annie stated she began having panic attacks when she was about fifteen years old. She said it was “ about the time her hormones started kicking in” She began self-analyzing he abuse and familial discord in her life and began seeing a psychiatrist. Her initial feelings were those of relief. Her counselors began a course of treatment that included private counseling, family counseling and medication. She followed a course of medication for approximately ...

Management

Introduction. British petroleum and Oil Company (Bp oil) is an International oil company that supplies energy and petroleum product worldwide.The company has experienced three major disasters since 2005. In 2005, the explosion happened in Texas City oil refinery killing approximately 18 people and injured several people. Such crisis brought damages and losses of approximately $1.9 billion. In 2006, a pipe which had corroded burst and spill two hundred gallons of crude oil in Alaska. April 2010, the deep-water horizon oil exploded (Gulf of Mexico); a major disaster that led to large and shocking environmental pollution ever recorded in the ...

Activating on a growing market, as the one of the plastic packaging implies both opportunities and challenges. The history of Logoplaste consists of both opportunistic and challenging situations, and it indicates its potential of adjusting its management, its operations and supply chain on the various shifts and changes that reshaped the plastic packaging market throughout the years.

Porter Diamond

In analyzing a firm’s strategic management, Michael Porter identifies six factors for analyzing its competitiveness: factor condition, demand condition, related and supporting industries, firm strategy structure and rivalry, government and chance (Traill & Pitts 19). Each of these factors will be treated ...

Management

Introduction. British petroleum and Oil Company (Bp oil) is an International oil company that supplies energy and petroleum product worldwide.The company has experienced three major disasters since 2005. In 2005, the explosion happened in Texas City oil refinery killing approximately 18 people and injured several people. Such crisis brought damages and losses of approximately $1.9 billion. In 2006, a pipe which had corroded burst and spill two hundred gallons of crude oil in Alaska. April 2010, the deep-water horizon oil exploded (Gulf of Mexico); a major disaster that led to large and shocking environmental pollution ever recorded in the ...

There are several factors, which one should consider while choosing the country to live. Choosing the place to live and work means that the life in the subject country is fun. People will have different preferences but the factors to consider remain the same. However, their intensity is different. The main factors, which one should consider while choosing the country to live, include security, political stability, social amenities, economic stability, entertainment facilities and the general opinion of the country. In the country, one chooses to live there should be enough security. In a security guaranteed town or country, as ...

(Course No.) (City & State) Growing cells are located within defined environmental niches and any area outside the niche is very hostile. Because normal cells lack survival techniques, it leads to anoikis. The tumor development process strives when malignant cells escape from the local issues and resist anoikis. The cells of the immune system play a dual role of stimulating adaptive immune responses against tumor-specific antigens and at the same time promoting tumor angiogenesis and progression. This is through the support of the innate and inflammatory responses (Ravi et al., 2000). Integrins are termed as a family of adhesion receptors ...

#222060 : Finite Element Analysis of a Clamp Frame

PART 1 INITIAL STRESS ANALYSIS

Analysis Model is prepared with the dimension as shown in Fig.1-1 Fig.1-1 Initial Specification

Material propertie as shown in Table1-1 is adopted in the model.

All the degree of freedom is fixed at the lower platform, as shown in Fig.1-2; Fig.1-2 Boundary Condition at the Lower Platform

Upward axial force (15000N) is applied on the inner surface of the cylindrical hole, as shown in Fig.1-3;

Fig.1-3 Axial Force at the Cylindrical Hole

Mesh is created with a default size, as shown in Fig.1-4;

Fig.1-4 Mesh with a Default Size : 12481 Nodes / 7372 Elements

After the calculation, the following results are obtained;

1. A Stress Plot of the von Mises Stress for the entire frame, clearly showing the area of highest stress. Fig.1-5 Von Mises Stress : Max. Stress = 204.382(Mpa) 2. A plot of the resultant ...

Nature of the entity

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (“A&F”) refers to a Delaware company incorporated in 1996. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. A specialty retailer, it operates direct-to-consumer operations and stores that supplies sportswear apparel, accessories, and personal care products. These products are sold under Abercrombie & Fitch, Hollister brands, Gilly Hicks, and Abercrombie kids. The company maintains similar store formats and display of merchandise irrespective of the store location. As of January 2012, Abercrombie & Fitch Co. had 1045 stores, 946 of which are located in the United States and 99 other in international locations. Generally, the company operates a fifty-two week fiscal year that ends on ...

The decision – making process for purchasing goods and services is a complex psychological and social operation, comprised of multiple factors that shape consumer buying behavior towards a specific product or service. iPhone 6 is a high-tech product, offering consumers not only the latest technology in terms of smart phone, but also a special experience, influencing their social status and inter-human relationships. Besides the psychological factors that influence consumers’ purchasing decisions, there are also cultural, technological or social factors that contribute to shaping an attitude or perception regarding iPhone 6 product.

Advertisers appeal to consumers’ subconscious personality, driven by animal instincts, in order ...

Introduction:

The society is a vigorous blend of good or evil, negative or positive and this ensures the sustenance of problems that constantly dwell within our social conservatories. Issues are a regular feature in the existence of any society which is often born due to the unfair performance of various tasks which leads to inequality in all sectors of our life. The society that we live in this era contains a huge number of problems that are in the continuous process of eruption and victimization. Many problems catch the limelight and are addressed by the authoritative individuals, while others remain ...

Introduction

Interest rate, especially the repo and reverse repo rate set by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) have a profound effect on the value of real estate like any other investment vehicle. Because of great influence of the interest rate on an individual’s ability to purchase houses by increasing or decreasing the cost of the total mortgage amount, many people assume that interest is the only factor in real estate valuation. However, this assumption is not true. Interest rate definitely plays a big role in determining the housing prices, but it is not the only factor influencing the ...

The data is collected to find out the mean, variance and mode of revenue passenger miles and load factor. The value of mean of passenger miles is representing that the company is progressing due to the increasing revenues. The value of variance shows that the revenues earned have much variation and the company generates different amount of revenues. The range for the data of revenue passenger miles is higher due to the gap between the minimum and maximum value. There is no mode in the data that shows that the revenues are different from each other . The mean of ...