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Why do some new export activities succeed while others do not? Why
are some not even attempted? In this book, distinguished research
teams analyze eleven cases of new export endeavors in six Latin
American countries to learn how export pioneers are born and
jump-start a virtuous process leading to economic transformation.
The case studies range from blueberries in Argentina and fresh cut
flowers in Colombia to aircraft in Brazil and software in Uruguay.
They put to the test two conjectures: that costly burdens to
entrepreneurial self-discovery due to imitation by competitors
deter would-be pioneers (the low appropriation hypothesis advanced
by Harvard s Hausmann and Rodrik) and that new export activities
are a complex enterprise that only reach fruition when the
innovative contributions of many actors are somehow provided
jointly (the failure of coordination hypothesis). These case
studies offer many examples in which cooperation proved absolutely
vital to export success, while problems of appropriation appeared
less critical. Interestingly, in solving coordination problems,
innovators frequently mitigated problems of appropriation.
Coordination is difficult, however, and, as the tales of these
export pioneers suggest, industrial policy has an important role to
play in facilitating it."
This book integrates three decades of owl monkey research conducted
since 1994 when the first and only book focused on the genus Aotus
was published. Owl monkeys were one of the least understood
primates then; knowledge from wild populations was only beginning
to emerge and there had been some substantial research in colonies
of captive individuals. The situation is very different today.
Research on captive owl monkeys has continued to develop, with
valuable contributions to the health and medical sciences. And
there is now enough information on the behavior, ecology,
conservation, and biogeography of the genus that merits a
synthesis. The book synthesizes new field data on the biogeography,
behavioral ecology, circadian biology, population biology and
demography spanning their entire continental range from Panamá to
Argentina. It includes theoretical perspectives drawn from
evolutionary biology, biological anthropology, anatomy, morphology
and physiology, genetics, endocrinology and conservation biology to
examine a specic set of adaptations that have allowed owl monkeys
to exploit the nocturnal niche while functioning in a pair-living
sexually monogamous system with remarkable patterns of paternal
care. The author, with 30 years of research experience with both
captive and wild primates, has directed the longest project on any
owl monkey species and has conducted extensive original research on
their biology, adaptive radiation and behavioral ecology. His
expertise and published record on both wild populations and
laboratory colonies makes this book one of a kind; it presents
information from both captive and wild primates and explores
questions through the integration of both approaches. The volume
offers some additional features that make it novel in its approach:
(1) brings together a combination of senior researchers who during
four decades have established captive owl monkeys as a system of
study with a new generation of younger scientists who have, for the
last 10-20 years, been spearheading their study in the wild, (2)
presents the work of a remarkably diverse range of authors
representing all countries where owl monkeys are present, as well
as researchers from the U.S and Europe, and (3) offers
“synthesis” chapters; in doing so, it will surely become a
reference book for those specifically drawn to owl monkeys, as well
as for those interested in the research topics that are covered.
Polypropylene (PP) is one of the most largely used man-made
polymeric materials. This synthetic stereo-regular polymer has a
high tensile strength combined with a low cost, which could explain
it's wide usage and application. This book covers some important
advances in PP research, including its synthesis,
characterizations, modifications, and applications. A thorough
understanding of propylene polymerization, mainly concerning its
physical and chemical features, as crystalline morphology, for
instance, is useful to understand how it could influence PP
mechanical properties and heat resistance. These characteristics
are directly related to PP rheology and consequently the tendencies
to form composites or blends. PP hybrid materials amplify the
possibilities of obtaining new useful supplies, and also allow
recycling or reusing wastes or low cost resources, as ashes,
besides increasing its value.
Cultural Sensitive Ministry is a "process" book offering readers
the possibility to create a climate of openness and positive change
in their parish, school, diocesan office, business community, or
other institution. It is an opportunity to bring diverse groups
together in a unique way. The underlying premise of the book is
that becoming aware of one's own cultural background and being able
to share this awareness with others facilitates learning about
their background, and therefore results in greater understanding
among people. Using the model outlined in the book, along with the
online handouts, some of which appear in Spanish as well, will
raise awareness of one's own culture as well as that of others,
generating understanding and cooperation among people. In this era
of globalization and immigration debate this book is invaluable not
only for ministry but for society at large. This book highlights
the importance of listening and understanding each other. It is an
invaluable guide for the future. Ideal for: -traditional families
-nontraditional families -parish staff and committees -pastor and
staff -different generations within a parish -parishioners of
opposing viewpoints -faculty and staff of schools
Stereotypies in captive animals have been defined as repetitive,
invariant patterns of behavior that serve no obvious goal or
function. Stereotypies are commonly attributed to boredom or
stress, and are typically "treated" with environmental enrichment.
These enrichment items often includes food presented at times other
than regular feedings. This thesis applies a "foraging loop"
hypothesis to the behaviors of contrasting species of marine mammal
carnivores; polar bears and walruses. Polar bears in the wild spend
the majority of each day traveling to locate prey; captive polar
bears spend several hours a day in locomotor stereotypies preceding
a large feed. In contrast, walruses in the wild graze in beds of
mollusks on the ocean floor, using their flippers, vibrissae, and
mouths to locate and consume mollusks. Captive walruses spend the
majority of their day circle swimming, mouthing, and sucking
inedible objects in their enclosure. The results of six experiments
allowed us to conclude that both species' stereotypies were
attempts to forage in their captive environment, and that allowing
these animals to forage in a species-typical manner effectively
decreased those stereotypies.
IT Security Governance Innovations: Theory and Research provides
extraordinary research which highlights the main contributions and
characteristics of existing approaches, standards, best practices,
and new trends in IT Security Governance. With theoretical and
practical perspectives, the book aims to address IT Security
Governance implementation in corporate organizations. This
collection of works serves as a reference for CEOs and CIOs,
security managers, systems specialists, computer science students,
and much more.
La igualdad es un concepto relacional y complejo que no puede
aplicarse en forma automatica pues no solo exige tratar igual a
quienes se encuentren en situaciones similares, sino tambien de
forma desigual a los sujetos que se hallen en condiciones
desiguales. Determinar ontologicamente que es la igualdad y como se
debe hacer respetar, teniendo en cuenta las grandes diferencias
existentes no solo entre las distintas personas, sino en la
identidad propia, es una labor dificil para el derecho. Por ello,
se han disenado distintos test, desde la tradicion angloamericana y
europea, que se asimilaron en una teoria eclectica por la Corte
Constitucional colombiana."
Security Engineering for Cloud Computing: Approaches and Tools
provides a theoretical and academic description of Cloud security
issues, methods, tools and trends for developing secure software
for Cloud services and applications. This book is a comprehensive
collection including a wide range of existing problems and
challenges that would be useful in both the academic and research
world.
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book
may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages,
poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the
original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We
believe this work is culturally important, and despite the
imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of
our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works
worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in
the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
++++ The below data was compiled from various identification fields
in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as
an additional tool in helping to ensure edition identification:
++++ Statistique, Organisation Et Institutions Militaires De
L'armee Espagnole Eduardo Fernandez San Roman (marques de San
Roman) Spectateur militaire, 1852 History; Europe; General; History
/ Europe / General; History / Military / General
Ante la deshumanizacion perpretada por el capitalismo, a traves de
la colonizacion del derecho en el mundo de la vida, la accion
comunicativa y la soberania popular como procedimiento, son las
herramientas conceptuales que propone Jurgen Habermas para hacer
del derecho parte de la solucion, sobre la base de una democracia
mas informada, deliberante y participativa. Solo la educacion
constitucional permite hacer efectiva la autentica soberania
popular."
La fuerte dicotomia entre escenarios urbanos y rurales parece
inherente a la naturaleza del desarrollo de las sociedades y de su
historia, especialmente en el caso latinoamericano, manifiesto en
su fuerte concentracion espacial, tecnica, economica, institucional
sobre entornos urbanos, los cuales se presentan masificados,
contrastantes y contradictorios; contrapuestos, a su vez, a una
gran mayoria de las areas rurales atrasadas, marginadas y
desligadas de la estructura del desarrollo territorial. Las
diferencias inherentes a la naturaleza de los fenomenos urbano
rurales de transformacion del medio en funcion de su
aprovechamiento, son divergentes en cuanto a sus medios y respecto
de los objetivos productivos que pretenden alcanzar en cada caso,
pero, desde una perspectiva sistemica, tienen momentos y espacios
compartidos de contacto que pueden ser efimeros y/o permanentes,
virtuales y/o fisicos, intangibles y/o tangibles."
La Vida Sacra: Contemporary Hispanic Sacramental Theology is an
original, insightful approach to the sacraments from the
perspective and actual practice of Latinos over the centuries. It
offers a distinctive take on the actual belief and enculturation of
the sacraments in the Latino experience and context. Due to the
growing presence of Hispanics in this country, churches are looking
for new and innovative ways to fit them into their congregations.
The existence of Hispanics and, more importantly, the value of
their religious experiences are being gradually accepted in
theological societies. Eduardo Fernandez and James Empereur's new
book fills the need for a more comprehensive and richer context for
sacramental theology. As the newest book in the Celebrating Faith
Series, it is ideal for theology courses, as well as directors of
ministerial programs and their students who are looking to place
Hispanic sacramentality in the larger framework of sacramental
theology.
La Vida Sacra: Contemporary Hispanic Sacramental Theology is an
original, insightful approach to the sacraments from the
perspective and actual practice of Latinos over the centuries. It
offers a distinctive take on the actual belief and enculturation of
the sacraments in the Latino experience and context. Due to the
growing presence of Hispanics in this country, churches are looking
for new and innovative ways to fit them into their congregations.
The existence of Hispanics and, more importantly, the value of
their religious experiences are being gradually accepted in
theological societies. Eduardo FernOndez and James Empereur's new
book fills the need for a more comprehensive and richer context for
sacramental theology. As the newest book in the Celebrating Faith
Series, it is ideal for theology courses, as well as directors of
ministerial programs and their students who are looking to place
Hispanic sacramentality in the larger framework of sacramental
theology.
"War of Shadows" is the haunting story of a failed uprising in the
Peruvian Amazon--told largely by people who were there. Late in
1965, Ashaninka Indians, members of one of the Amazon's largest
native tribes, joined forces with Marxist revolutionaries who had
opened a guerrilla front in Ashaninka territory. They fought, and
were crushed by, the overwhelming military force of the Peruvian
government. Why did the Indians believe this alliance would deliver
them from poverty and the depredations of colonization on their
rainforest home? With rare insight and eloquence, anthropologists
Brown and Fernandez write about an Amazonian people whose contacts
with outsiders have repeatedly begun in hope and ended in
tragedy.
The players in this dramatic confrontation included militants of
the Movement of the Revolutionary Left (MIR), the U. S. Embassy,
the Peruvian military, a "renegade" American settler, and the
Ashaninka Indians themselves. Using press reports and archival
sources as well as oral histories, the authors weave a vivid
tapestry of narratives and counternarratives that challenges the
official history of the guerrilla struggle. Central to the story is
the Ashaninkas' persistent hope that a messiah would lead them to
freedom, a belief with roots in eighteenth- and nineteenth-century
jungle rebellions and religious movements.
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