First high-quality draft genome sequence of Pasteurella multocida sequence type 128 isolated from infected bone

We report here the first high-quality draft genome sequence of Pasteurella multocida sequence type 128, which was isolated from the infected finger bone of an adult female who was bitten by a domestic dog. The draft genome will be a valuable addition to the scarce genomic resources available for P. multocida

Development of novel methods for the conversion of palm oil into polyurethane elastomers

31 p.Presently most commercially available polyurethanes, either thermoplastics or thermosets, are based on polyols obtained from crude oil. These polymers are synthesised by reacting basically three components which consist of polyisocyanate, polyhydroxy;-terminated polymer (i.e. polyester of polyether) and a chain extender which are usually low molecular weight diols or diamines. Because of the wide range of polyisocyanates, polyesters or polyethers and chain extenders commercially available, polyurethanes have the versatility of being either rigid, semi-rigid or elastomeric depending on the formulation. Currently majority of the monomers for polymer syntheses, including polyether and polyester polyols, are derived from petrochemical refining of crude oil and coals, both of which are rapidly diminishing natural resources. In view of this problem there is pressing needs to find alternative sources of chemicals for polymer syntheses. One such viable naturally occurring and renewable resource is the vegetable oils. Castor oil is known to be used to produce polyurethanes. Castor oil is currently being used to produce polyurethane adhesives and coatings where good adhesion property and high temperature stability are pre-requisites.RG 59/9

Aspek Semantik Dan Sosiolinguistik Peribahasa Melayu Baba Berbanding Dengan Peribahasa Melayu

Ini merupakan satu kajian sinkronik peribahasa Melayu Baba daripada aspek semantik dan sosiolinguistik. Perbincangan utama di dalam kajian ini merangkumi (a) maksud atau isi peribahasa Melayu Baba berbanding dengan peribahasa Melayu, (b) bentuk peribahasa Melayu Baba berbanding dengan peribahasa Melayu, (c) gaya bahasa peribahasa Melayu Baba berbanding dengan peribahasa Melayu dan (d) hubungan di antara peribahasa Melayu Baba dengan keseluruhan cara pemikiran masyarakat Baba berlandaskan Hipotesis Sapir Whorf

A STUDY OF PUBLIC TRANSPORT IN SINGAPORE

Bachelor'sBACHELOR OF SOCIAL SCIENCES (HONOURS

Unconditionally stable finite-difference time-domain methods for electromagnetic compatibility and antenna modeling

This thesis presents advances in unconditionally stable finite-difference time-domain (FDTD) methods for electromagnetic compatibility and antenna modeling.DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (EEE

Development of an ultrasound sensor

Aerobatic or military aircrafts are capable of doing very dangerous maneuver in unusual attitudes. This type of maneuver would subject the pilots to a certain amount of gravitational force or also known as G force which is many times that of normal gravity. In order for the pilot to remain conscious during flight, the heart system of the pilot has to adapt and response quickly to the G force. Failure to do so would cause the pilot to lose consciousness and control of the plane; leading to unimaginable disasters and consequences. In light of the potential risks involved, the development of an ultrasound sensor for the measurement of the blood flow through the pilot’s head under substantial G force was thus, proposed. This project would serve as a warning device for the pilot when the blood pressure had reached its peak. The Author had to set up an experiment test gig to measure the ideal distance in the X, Y, Z axis for the transducer to receive the signal from the ultrasound sensor.Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering

CONTINUOUS VARIABLES QUANTUM INFORMATION PROCESSING WITH TRAPPED IONS

Ph.DDOCTOR OF PHILOSOPH