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©2014 1 Acknowledgments I would like to express my deep gratitude to my guide Dr. Christopher Monsere for his exemplary guidance, and constant encouragement throughout my journey at Portland State University. The valuable knowledge, and guidance given by him time to time shall carry me a long way in the journey of life on which I am about to embark. I also take this opportunity to thank my professors Dr. Robert Bertini, Dr. Miguel Figliozzi, and Dr. Kelly Clifton for their support, valuable information and guidance, which helped me in completing my master’s degree. Lastly, I could have not completed my degree without the support of all my family and friends, thank you. A special thanks to my parents, Nayef and Mizna, for their endless love, constant support, and extraordinary encouragement without which this achievement would not be possible.