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Acknowledgements
I am indebted to many people for their invaluable contributions to this book.
First and foremost, I would like to thank my mentor, Dr. Annie Lang. Without her assistance, patience, and guidance, this book would not have been possible. I can’t even fi nd the words to express how thankful I am to have an opportunity to work with her.
Second, I would also like to thank Rob, Julie, and Jerome who provide me with courage, confi dence, and insight throughout my graduate education. They were friends when I needed someone to talk, they were mentors when I was distressed, and they were scientists who help to me to fi nd an answer when I was stuck in a puzzle.
Third, I want to express my special recognition to the members of the Institute for Communication Research Lab at Indianan University who willingly shared their time and ideas with me. Joining the lab was ‘unusually’ wise decision that I have ever made in my lifetime.