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Peer reviewedLepkowski, Wil – Chemical and Engineering News, 1979
The application of nonequilibrium thermodynamics could lead to new ways of understanding social processes. (BB)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Economics, Models, Research
Peer reviewedStaw, Barry M.; Ross, Jerry – Chemical and Engineering News, 1989
The escalation of commitment has been variously labeled the psychology of entrapment, the sunk cost effect, and the too-much-invested-to-quit syndrome. This article reviews the state of research and describes four major determinants: project; psychological; social; and organizational variables. A model is provided. (YP)
Descriptors: Behavior, Behavior Development, Behavior Theories, Behavioral Science Research
Peer reviewedBorman, Stu – Chemical and Engineering News, 1989
Supercomputing is described in terms of computing power and abilities. The increase in availability of supercomputers for use in chemical calculations and modeling are reported. Efforts of the National Science Foundation and Cray Research are highlighted. (CW)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Graphics, Computer Science Education
