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Note 13 - Research and Development
6 Months Ended
Feb. 28, 2015
Research and Development [Abstract]  
Research, Development, and Computer Software Disclosure [Text Block]
13.           RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

The Company expenses all costs related to product research and development as incurred.  The Company incurred $1,904,169 and $2,237,865 of expense during the six months ended February 28, 2015 and 2014, respectively, in connection with its research and development activities.  These amounts are net of reimbursements related to certain research and development contracts.  Such reimbursements totaled $0 and $45,788 for the six months ended February 28, 2015 and 2014, respectively.  The net fees are accounted for in the “Research and Development Expenses” section of the consolidated statements of operations.