Progress Toward the First Rational Synthesis of a [5.5] Carbon Nanotube

Thesis advisor: Lawrence T. ScottThe purpose of this project was to make progress toward a chemical synthesis of a conductive [5,5] single-walled nanotube (SWNT), specifically a C50H10 geodesic cap. The term geodesic cap refers to the smallest fragment of a nanotube that resembles the chirality and structure of a specific nanotube. Beyond synthesizing a specific nanotube, we were also interested in exploring new reactions and compounds to perform indenoannulation reactions. The interest in these compounds, which contain indeno structures, comes from their resemblance to C60 and higher fullerenes, and more specifically the intermediates to our target molecule, the C50H10 geodesic cap.Thesis (BS) — Boston College, 2006.Submitted to: Boston College. College of Arts and Sciences.Discipline: Chemistry.Discipline: College Honors Program

The connections of the basal optic root (posterior accessory optic tract) and its nucleus in various mammals

No Abstract.Peer Reviewedhttp://deepblue.lib.umich.edu/bitstream/2027.42/49926/1/900740303_ftp.pd

Relation of personal boundaries to communication style among urban firefighters

This study explored the relation of personal boundaries to communication style. Using Hartman's (1991) construct of thin- and thick-bounded personalities, it examined the behavior of urban firefighters to see if permeability (e.g., melding or differentiating personalities) affects message content or delivery. The research analyzed the relation of personal boundaries to communicator style, adaptability, compliance gaining, and conflict style. Findings suggest thick-bounded participants communicated with precision and used messages functionally for self-expression and to achieve specific goals. Their messages were presented in logical, linear sequences with little personal disclosure until after establishing relational trust. Thick scorers were resistant to adapting message content or delivery and claimed little awareness of making adjustments to the needs of others. They used coercive power and assertiveness to influence. Thin-bounded firefighters, used messages to satisfy both functional and relational needs and were intensely focused on the needs of conversational others. They were more consistently expressive across topics, situations, and context. Thin-bounded firefighters used self-disclosure and open communication styles to establish intimacy. They employed a broad range of adaptations and used soft forms of personal influence such as identification and internalization.</p