This dissertation challenges the argument common in the scholarly literature and policy discourse on peacebuilding that the way to achieve coordination in peacebuilding is to establish a strong, overarching coordination authority. 1 While some degree of centralization may be pos…
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The purpose of my dissertation is to evaluate the Exchange-rate-based stabilization policy in Lebanon and to explain the circumstances that lead to its success. The dissertation accounts for the main stylized facts associated with Exchange-rate-based stabilization programs, and …
This dissertation has three chapters. In chapter 1, we address the issue of when to switch to a more flexible exchange rate regime after an exchange rate-based stabilization. The model presented uses an intertemporal optimizing framework that allows for nominal rigidities in way…
Aspergillus niger and Penicillium candidum were grown and harvested on days 6 and 8, which corresponded to their maximal biomasses and lipoxygenase (LOX) activities. The extracts were enriched with ammonium sulfate precipitation at 30 to 70% and 20 to 60% of saturation, respecti…
Organic soils are found in many places around the world. Organic soils undergo large secondary settlements depending on the amount of organic matter present in the soil Organic soil is a mixture of finely divided particles of organic matter, in some instances visible fragments o…
Surficial failures are occurring frequently on the slopes of earthfill dams which are predominantly rainfall induced. Desiccation cracks form on the slope surface during dry environment which accelerates infiltration during rainfall. Infiltration causes increase of pore water pr…
Following a severe balance of payments problem in the 1970's, Turkey has undergone a structural reform and stabilization program that went into effect in January 1980. Supported by sizeable external financial assistance particularly in its earlier phases, the adjustment program …