This book provides a comprehensive overview of contemporary research and emerging measurement technologies associated with gas transport in solid oxide fuel cells. Within these pages, an introduction to the concept of gas diffusion in solid oxide fuel cells is presented. This book also discusses the history and underlying fundamental mechanisms of gas diffusion in solid oxide fuel cells, general theoretical mathematical models for gas diffusion, and traditional and advanced techniques for ...

For all those newly diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver--a unique and comprehensive guide to understanding and managing your conditionMillions of Americans live with cirrhosis of the liver, a degenerative, complex, and often misunderstood condition in which liver cells are damaged and then replaced by scar tissue, impeding liver function. The disease is most commonly caused by excessive alcohol consumption, hepatitis, or complications from prescription drugs....

Winner, 2018 Carroll Abbott Memorial Award, sponsored by the Native Plant Society of TexasThe Trans-Pecos region of Texas is home to a variety of big game species, including desert mule deer, pronghorn, desert bighorn sheep, white-tailed deer, elk, feral hog, and javelina; several species of exotics, such as aoudad, axis deer, and blackbuck antelope; and domestic livestock that includes cattle, horses, goats, sheep, and bison.Prepared by a team of range specialists at the B...

"Transforming Organizations" is a manifesto for integrating faith and ethics into business and non-profits, revolutionizing practices through spiritual obedience and biblical wisdom for cultural change beyond finances to fulfillment and integrity. Dickerson and Burrus explore the significance of Deuteronomy 28 and Leviticus 26, interpreting these texts as guiding principles for contemporary organizational success. They argue that divine favor and success follow those who align their operat...

In Dixie Chicks: Down-Home and Backstage, James L. Dickerson tells the behind-the-scenes story of the band, drawing from interviews with former band members, scores of insiders, and the band's enormous Internet fan base. This book recounts the early struggles to make it in the male-dominated country music world, the sometimes-fun and sometimes-wild adventures of life on the road, and the intimate details of the Chicks' evolution from bluegrass purists to country-pop divas.

Winner of the Academy Award in 2001 for his performance in Gladiator and the Golden Globe in 2002 for his starring role in A Beautiful Mind, Russell Crowe is the hottest actor in movies today.This biography traces his career from rock 'n' roller (he still sings and plays guitar with his band, Thirty Odd Foot Of Grunts) to Australian stage, film and TV actor to Hollywood star in movies such as L.A. Confidential and The Insider.

"Unstuck & Unstoppable: Revolutionizing Organizational Growth " "Embark on a transformative journey with 'Unstuck & Unstoppable: Revolutionizing Organizational Growth,' a comprehensive guide tailored for CEOs and COOs across both nonprofit and for-profit sectors, aiming for organizational excellence. This book unfolds in two pivotal parts, melding visionary leadership with operational prowess to foster growth. Part 1 delves into the synergy between visionary leadership and operational exec...

Women have been important players in the recording industry from the very beginning, but not until 1996 did they out-chart their male competitors and pull ahead in the race for hits. Go, Girl, Go! provides a nearly 100-year history of women in music, beginning with Lil Hardin Armstrong and Billie Holiday, and continuing up to present-day artists such as Britney Spears and Norah Jones. The book features a thoughtful analysis of the 1996 revolution, along with interviews with artist...

The SAGE Library in Social and Personality Psychology Methods provides students and researchers with an understanding of the methods and techniques essential to conducting cutting-edge research.Each volume within the Library explains a specific topic and has been written by an active scholar (or scholars) with expertise in that particular methodological domain. Assuming no prior knowledge of the topic, the volumes are clear and accessible for all readers. In each v...

"The Nonprofit Board: The Fundamentals of Effective Governance and Leadership," by Anthony Dickerson and James Burrus, is a vital resource for nonprofit leaders aiming to boost their board's impact. This guide covers key board responsibilities, such as strategic leadership, governance, financial oversight, advocacy, and fundraising. It offers practical strategies for building a skilled board, improving board dynamics, and implementing effective committee structures. The book highlights the...

When Elvis Presley first showed up at Sam Phillips's Memphis-based Sun Records studio, he was a shy teenager in search of a sound. Phillips invited a local guitarist named Scotty Moore to stand in. Scotty listened carefully to the young singer and immediately realized that Elvis had something special. Along with bass player Bill Black, the triorecorded an old blues number called "That's All Right, Mama." It turned out to be Elvis's first single and the defining record of his early style, w...

When Elvis Presley first showed up at Sam Phillips's Memphis-based Sun Records studio, he was a shy teenager in search of a sound. Phillips invited a local guitarist named Scotty Moore to stand in. Scotty listened carefully to the young singer and immediately realized that Elvis had something special. Along with bass player Bill Black, the trio recorded an old blues number called “That's All Right, Mama.” It turned out to be Elvis's first single and the defining record of his early style, ...