This paper examines the effect of gainsharing provisions on the selection of a discount rate for a defined benefit pension plan.The paper uses a traditional actuarial approach of discounting liabilities using the expected return of the associated pension fund.A stochastic Excel model was developed to simulate the effect of varying investment return
Major depressive disorder is a common and serious mood illness.The molecular mechanisms underlying the pathogenesis and symptomatology of depression are poorly understood at present.Multiple neurotransmitter systems are believed to be implicated in depression.Increasing evidence supports glutamatergic transmission as a critical element in depressio
As a part of kitchen waste, vegetable peelings has some special features spacecase lemonhead such as high water rate,highorganic matter content and good biodegradability.By biological composting, such waste can be recycled, reduced, and become harmless.Based on analyzing the experimental results for the composting and fermentation of peel and veget
Biodiesel has received worldwide attention as a renewable energy resource that reduces greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.Unlike traditional fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, and natural gas, biodiesel made of vegetable oils, animal fats, or recycled restaurant grease incurs higher production costs, so its supply chain should be managed efficiently for