Planctomycetes are members of a unique superphylum along with Verrucomicrobia and Chlamydia, situated in the domain Bacteria. They have distinct structural and morphological features, and discoveries made through phylogenetic analysis indicate their important role in nutrient cycling. Their known relationships with marine photosynthetic organisms led to the formation of this study's hypothesis, namely, that Planctomycetes can be isolated from the biofilm of seagrass species of the Red Sea using cultivation techniques adapted for these organisms. Preparation of solid and liquid media using M13 with both agar and gellan, and 2216 Difco Marine Broth full-­ strength, 1/10-­strength, and with antibiotics, resulted in the successful isolation of Planctomycetes as confirmed by morphological examination and transmission electron microscopy. The work performed in this study provides a solid foundation for further studies to elucidate the metabolic pathways and ecological significance of Planctomycetes.

Thesis (M.Agr.Stud.) - University of Queensland, 2005. / Includes bibliography.

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Low stone rows and alignments were reported as early as 1904 on the coastal platform of eastern Palliser Bay. In all subsequent references it was assumed that the features were horticultural and, on the grounds of their appearance, of considereable age. Methodical investigation of these claims within the context of a three year archaeological programme (1969-1972) including analysis of prehistoric settlements, economy, and physical anthropology, was regarded as a worthwhile project, since orthodox opinion at the time favoured a later introduction of Polynesian horticulture some centuries after initial settlement of New Zealand about the 9th century AD. Extensive field surveys showed that at least 93ha of the coastal platform between Whatarangi and Cape Palliser had been subject to stone clearance according to several simple principles, such as equal access to the best soils, maintenance of a rectilinear system, and the clear separation of individual plots with boundary markers and paths. In addition, excavations conducted within the major complexes revealed artiificial deepening of the prehistoric topsoil, frequent incorporation of wood charcoal, rare addition of beach gravel, and inclusion of domestic refuse where the walls were adjacent to coastal villages. Both radio-carbon dates and artefacts found in association with the stone structures indicate early establishment of horticulture on this coast by the 12th century AD with an apparent peak of activity and complexity of garden system before the beginning of the 15th century, followed by decline and virtual abandonment. Climatic conditions prevailing in Palliser Bay today preclude cultivation of all Polynesian cultigens except the kumara (Ipomoea batatas) and gourd (Lagenaria siceraria). It is now accepted that mean annual temperature at the time of settlement was 1� - 2�C higher. Even so, growing season length and rainfall would probably not have been adequate for crops such as taro or yam. Within New Zealand, the kumara gardens of Palliser Bay find close parallels on both sides of Cook Strait, and on the eastern coast of the Wairarapa. Similar principles of garden layout applied in the larger Auckland wall complexes, and in 18th century gardens north of Hawkes Bay. From a survey of tropical Polynesian garden structures it appears that an extensive repertoire of horticultural techniques was introduced by the first settlers to temperate New Zealand and despite the loss of variety in cultigens it persisted until the 18th century as a viable means of subsistence.

All kinds of management issues in practical operation of organization would be confronted with human heart. Therefore, many methods in management have to take human heart into account and try to change behavior of mankind. However, only few attempts have so far made at spirit transformation in the field of business management. The purpose of this paper is to explore spirit transformation through FaLun Gong practitioner's experiencing and understanding process. This research, in its process, is conducted by hermeneutic phenomenological methodology, attempting to interpret the inner part of the practitioner's heart and their profoundly hidden meanings. All texts are collected from In-depth Inteviewing with a FaLun Gong practitioner and from autobiography of other three practitioner's. The result of the studying is that practitioners are able to be True, Good, Endure and to get rid of attachments gradually. From 99¡¦ the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) start to persecute the FaLun Gong practitioner, but the way of practitioners continue resisting persecutions peacefully embodies the spirit of True, Good, and Endurance. There are three conclusions to this section of the thesis: 1) Telling the truth to other persons with standing their ground embodies the spirit of True, Good, and Endurance. 2) The way of enlightening persons on humanity is charity. 3) Improving of character is firm , hence standing their ground is not out of an impulse. Furthermore, following four factors result spirit transformation are obtained: 1. Three factors of the law of Falun DaFa : (1) To direct at the human mind (2) The law of Dafa give practitioner power (3) To influence and reform people 2. Experiencing or feeling the truth of matter and mind are one and the same. 3. To point out wrong of certain persons and to make them realize it by warning. 4. Communication with practitioner. As hermeneutic circle, the exploration of this research is endless. Therefore, the worth of our study is not to obtain conclusions but to bring its meaning, that is, we ought to value character of the human mind is not vague and general because of the practitioner experience the matter and mind are one and the same.

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Low stone rows and alignments were reported as early as 1904 on the coastal platform of eastern Palliser Bay. In all subsequent references it was assumed that the features were horticultural and, on the grounds of their appearance, of considereable age. Methodical investigation of these claims within the context of a three year archaeological programme (1969-1972) including analysis of prehistoric settlements, economy, and physical anthropology, was regarded as a worthwhile project, since orthodox opinion at the time favoured a later introduction of Polynesian horticulture some centuries after initial settlement of New Zealand about the 9th century AD. Extensive field surveys showed that at least 93ha of the coastal platform between Whatarangi and Cape Palliser had been subject to stone clearance according to several simple principles, such as equal access to the best soils, maintenance of a rectilinear system, and the clear separation of individual plots with boundary markers and paths. In addition, excavations conducted within the major complexes revealed artiificial deepening of the prehistoric topsoil, frequent incorporation of wood charcoal, rare addition of beach gravel, and inclusion of domestic refuse where the walls were adjacent to coastal villages. Both radio-carbon dates and artefacts found in association with the stone structures indicate early establishment of horticulture on this coast by the 12th century AD with an apparent peak of activity and complexity of garden system before the beginning of the 15th century, followed by decline and virtual abandonment. Climatic conditions prevailing in Palliser Bay today preclude cultivation of all Polynesian cultigens except the kumara (Ipomoea batatas) and gourd (Lagenaria siceraria). It is now accepted that mean annual temperature at the time of settlement was 1� - 2�C higher. Even so, growing season length and rainfall would probably not have been adequate for crops such as taro or yam. Within New Zealand, the kumara gardens of Palliser Bay find close parallels on both sides of Cook Strait, and on the eastern coast of the Wairarapa. Similar principles of garden layout applied in the larger Auckland wall complexes, and in 18th century gardens north of Hawkes Bay. From a survey of tropical Polynesian garden structures it appears that an extensive repertoire of horticultural techniques was introduced by the first settlers to temperate New Zealand and despite the loss of variety in cultigens it persisted until the 18th century as a viable means of subsistence.

Thesis (M.A.)--Carleton University, 1998. / Includes bibliographical references (leaves 157-166).

Univ., Diss., 2009--Kassel.

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