Abstract
The paper discusses the health claims associated with aromatherapy and comments that these claims are contested by the medical community. The paper notes that the interesting aspect of the phenomena is that even when in conflict with conventional medicine, aromatherapy continues to expand in use. The paper also notes the growth of the aromatherapy industry, despite the substantial range of unfounded claims that are associated with aromatherapy's benefits. The paper continues by warning that claiming medical use is dangerous and illegal, as it can misdirect a person suffering from a serious medical problem to a solution that will do little more than make her home and and body smell nice. The paper concludes that regulating such services is difficult, as the industry is frequently left to self-regulation, which usually consists of minimal disclaimers following the "medical" claims even if it is true that there are natural substances that have legitimate therapeutic value.

From the Paper
"Though the blood brain barrier makes, direct brain absorption doubtful, it is likely absorbed by the olfactory circulation and sense and then if there is any effect on the brain it is through these mechanisms, not as a direct elemental addition to the brain. The work, attempts to stress that the only needed validity to such treatment is the proof that "We have all entered a room and smelt a distinct aroma that has made us feel good or totally uncomfortable." Though anecdotal evidence is fine for the development of products that are not claimed to cure diseases a list offered by one company includes: "depression, sex-drive problems, bronchitis, athlete's foot, high blood pressure, cystitis, head lice," as diseases that can be cured by essential oils."

Tags:therapeutic, effect, minimal, disclaimers, enhance, mood

Abstract
This paper examines the impact of the September 11th terrorist attacks on the economy of the United States. The paper opens by explains that, as a country with one of the shortest histories in the world, the U.S. became in a limited period of time the strongest economic power of the globe; as such, its actions are both praised and condemned. The paper notes that while the U.S. welcomed individuals from all parts of the globe and implemented the concepts of fairness and democracy to sustain its growth and development, the U.S. military invaded various territories under the umbrella of world peace, attracting both advocates and fierce disclaimers. The paper adds that among its most powerful ideological opponents were the countries in the Middle East, such as Iraq and Afghanistan, with whom the U.S. shared endless differences in goals or cultural visions. The paper asserts that the causes of the attacks have generated wide speculations, but the generally accepted idea is that they were caused by a religious misperception of a morally flawed Osama Bin Laden, the leader of Al-Qaeda. The paper concludes that the quick responses to the attacks on WTC and the Pentagon marked the commencement of the War on Terrorism, which would generate the largest and most severe effect upon the U.S. economy - the largest ever federal debt and the skyrocketing costs of funding the military and diplomatic efforts of the U.S.

Outline:
Introduction
The American Economy
The Western - Islam Relations
The 9/11 Terrorist Attacks
Economic Impact of the September 11 Attacks
Causes and Effects of 9/11
Concluding Remarks
References

From the Paper
"Considering the expected increases in the insurance rates, the higher spending in defense and security, along with the slowdown of the economy, materialized at this point in longer times to wait to commence and complete the activities, economic agents are likely to incur increased operational costs. Then, as the costs of transportation and freight increase, it is expected that the manufacturers will have to hold larger levels of inventories for extended periods of time. A most relevant example in this instance is offered by the automobile industry, which had to halt manufacturing as the shipment of car parts was ceased immediately after the attacks. Another effect is generated by the fact that the insurance organizations will manifest a reduced interest in risk and will accordingly increase their premiums, leading to financial pressures on the economic agents. The latter will be forced to reduce their economies and investments as they will be obliged to pay increased insurance rates. In terms of the switch of resources from the civilian population to the military, this will occur with the intent of increasing the levels of safety and security within the country. Governmental subsidies could decrease and negatively impact the for-profit entities, which were given various incentives prior to 2001. In addition, the focus of research and development (the IT industry) might move from the business community into the military, generating the usage of outdated technologies by manufacturers and service providers. Finally, in terms of globalization, the American entrepreneurs paid the prices of increased insurance and freight costs as well as those of delayed production due to delays in transportation. In the future, this may materialize in an increased interest towards investments in the domestic organizations, rather than international plants and providers (Looney, 2002)."

Tags:terrorism, GNP, aftereffect

Abstract
This paper analyzes and assesses how Wal-Mart succeeds or fails in implementing the concepts of organizational behavior. First, the paper defines the term "organizational behavior." Then, it presents an overview of the company, describing its operations as a successful retailer in the US, but pointing out its failure in Europe. Next, the paper presents criticism of Walmart, the most acerbic being that executive managers will go to unethical lengths in order to reduce costs. It also examines criticism of working conditions and treatment of employees. Despite these negative accusations, the paper indicates that Wal-Mart has successfully managed to create a strong organizational culture. The paper concludes by noting that information from the company and its supporters argues that the retail monolith is extremely triumphant in implementing organizational behavior strategies, whilst its disclaimers argue the opposite. An illustration is included in the paper.


Outline:

Introduction
Organizational Behavior at Microsoft
Employee Motivation
Power and Politics
Organizational Culture
Conclusions

From the Paper
"Critics of Wal-Mart point out that the company is struggling to implement the lowest possible prices in order to attract as many customers as possible. While the company does not deny this, the critics take one step ahead and argue that executive managers will go to unethical lengths in order to reduce costs. Some of these immoral actions include the import of products of questionable quality and in unsanitary conditions or the offering of poor customer services, including barely existent security - the stores are filled with security in order to ensure that thefts do not occur, but the parking lots are unsupervised; employees and customers were robbed, injured or even killed in the Wal-Mart parking lots. Another means of saving costs is that of placing a reduced emphasis on the employee. Training and motivation are kept at a minimum level in order to make cash economies (Wal-Mart Watch, 2009).
The company however presents a different side of the story and argues that they make sufficient investments in training and motivating their staff members. A motivational factor is for instance constituted by the morning cheer, a joyful commencement to each working day that will lift the spirits of the employees and generate enthusiasm. "

Tags:Employee Motivation, promotions, racism, competitive advantage

Abstract
This paper examines the alternative approaches in leadership in Venezuela and America. The paper explains that the notion of leadership has an extremely complex meaning and it implies anything from deciding upon the most insignificant issues up to making life threatening decisions. The paper looks at how Venezuela's leader is a controversial person, with numerous disclaimers and even more advocates. The paper then points out that Venezuela is a highly populist country that is divided between a few extremely wealthy individuals and great masses of poor people. The paper also examines how the United States of America is currently the world's largest nation, being run by the globe's most influential man: George W. Bush.

Outline:
Abstract
Leadership in Venezuela:
- Cultural Forces
- Economic Forces
- Technological Forces
- Political Forces
Leadership in the U.S.:
- Cultural Forces
- Economic Forces
- Technological Forces
- Political Forces
Conclusions

From the Paper
"Venezuela is a highly populist country. It is divided between few extremely wealthy individuals and great masses of poor people. However, the South American country possesses enormous resources - Venezuela is one of the 17 megadiverse countries of the globe - the revenues from exploiting those resources have failed to aid the poor. Many rulers have attempted to narrow the gap between Venezuela's poor and wealthy, but up until present times, they have all failed. The most frequently desire met amongst the country's population is that of alleviating the huge financial discrepancy between the two social classes."

Tags:socialism, economics, politics, George, Bush

Abstract
The paper examines the literature on Cleopatra, finding sources that disclaim the legends of her beauty. The paper discusses Plutarch's literature on Cleopatra and the images he creates of her. The writer proposes that it was her charm, rather than her beauty that captivated Mark Anthony and Julius Caesar. The paper concludes that it was her mind that made her special, as she used her wits to save Egypt and charm Rome's leaders.

From the Paper
"In fact, contemporary images of Cleopatra found on coins of the time as well as statuary, seem to suggest a woman with rather harsh, masculine features, including a long, hooked nose and a matronly face. Cleopatra, in fact, bore many of the same features as her ancestors; portraits and statues of her relatives reveal that the long, hooked nose was a family trait."

Tags:Octavia, Ancient, Hellenist

Abstract
This paper examines the physics behind gun silencers, whose task it is is to take an explosive discharge of hot gases, which is the result of a controlled explosion in a tiny space, and eliminate the sound. It provides a brief biography of Hiram Maxim, the inventor of the machine gun, gas motor, mouse trap, and the first firearm silencer / noise suppressor, and the history of the development of the silencer over the years. It also discusses the dynamics of the gasses created in the explosion and evaluates the dynamics of an effective gun silencer design.

Outline
Sound Dynamics
Gas Dynamics
Gun Silencer Design
Disclaimer

From the Paper
"The explosion which is caused by igniting the powder in a fire arm munitions creates not only compressed air waves, and thus sound, but the explosion also introduces an additional volume of gas into the gun barrel which must also be diminished if the silencer is to effectively muzzle the sound. The gases take up volume in the barrel, increasing the speed at which the air travels. The additional gases also compress the air. So the explosion contributed to the sound in both of the ways described in the table above. In order to counteract these forces, the gas volume, and the compression level of the gasses must both be diminished."

Tags:gas, sound, explosion, hiram, maxim

Abstract
This paper explains that, in Geoffrey Chaucer's "Canterbury Tales", the Prologue and subsequent Tale of "The Wife of Bath" section make the most blatant use of a persona, or mask, in comparison to the other pilgrims' sections when The Wife presents herself as a feminist; however, she is actually an anti-feminist. The author points out that, before the Wife begins the story of her experiences with men, she inserts a disclaimer that gives more insight into her possible motives: She tells the pilgrims not to be annoyed at what she says because it is all according to her fantasy. The paper argues that the Wife is hiding behind a facade of feminism, which is the very persona that she presents through her personal experiences by using the textual authority and the undertones of her story to present her true feelings about women's subservience to men.

From the Paper
"After reading the Prologue and Tale, some could arrive at the aforementioned feminist conclusion. Unfortunately, they wouldn't be reading into the true heart of things if they did. In the Prologue, there is an excerpt that totally turns things around. The Wife makes quite an observation after she mentions the book of wicked wives; "Who peyntede the leon, tel me who? / By God, if wommen hadde writen stories, / As clerkes han withinne hire oratories, / They wolde han writen of men moore wikkednesse / Than al the mark of Adam may redresse" (III, ls. 692-695). She is referring to an old Aesop's Fable, in which a lion and a man come across a stone portrayal of a hunter killing a lion; the lion tells the man that if a lion would've portrayed the scene, it would be the other way around ("The Man and the Lion")."

Tags:prologue, persona, textual-authority, undertones, subservience