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Deep heterogeneous superpixel neural networks for image analysis and feature extraction
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2021)
Lately, deep convolutional neural networks are rapidly transforming and enhancing computer vision accuracy and performance, and pursuing higher-level and interpretable object recognition. Superpixel-based methodologies ...
Impact of knowledge management capability on supply chain agility and disruption mitigation performance of U.S. fashion retailers
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2022)
The fashion retail supply chain is one of the most severely affected areas during the global pandemic, and effective mitigation of this sudden disruption is of utmost importance. However, little research has been conducted ...
Insta-fit : an analysis of audience engagement with health and fitness influencers on Instagram
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2022)
As influencers continue to grow in popularity, it is important to better understand how and why audiences choose to engage with influencers in the health and fitness category, as well as what characteristics of influencers ...
Preservice elementary teachers' perceptions of their understanding of scientific inquiry-based pedagogy and their confidence to teach science : influence of elementary science education methods course and science field experience
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)
The purpose of this research was to determine from elementary preservice teachers' perspectives their understanding of inquiry-based pedagogy and their confidence to teach science after concurrently completing a traditional ...
The Changing Lives Through Literature program for juvenile offenders
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] The purpose of this study was to learn if the Changing Lives through Literature program for juvenile offenders actually lived up to its billing of ...
A Narrative Inquiry and Self–Study of Practice Investigation into Experiences with Older Adults and Aging via an Online College–Level Gerontology Course
(2016)
The population of older adults in the United States is increasing to new heights.
Society members trained in gerontological education, health care of elders, and service
providers for older adults will be needed in the ...
The effects of stereotypical depictions of African-Americans in web-based news stories presented in conditions with different levels of distraction
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2010)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] The study explored how individuals cognitively process stereotype-consistent and stereotype-inconsistent information about African-American characters ...
Relationships between siblings engaged in music study : an exploratory investigation
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2009)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] The goal of this research was to investigate interactions between siblings with respect to music study. Data were collected from five two-child families, ...
A novel approach for treating resistant hypertension using a controlled-pump accumulator relief device
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2018)
Hypertension contributes to cardiovascular morbidity and mortality worldwide. While many hypertensive patients respond to drug therapy, a growing number of these cases are called resistant hypertension (RH), when patients ...
Imaging structurual and mechanical properties in cardiovascular tissue using optical polarization tractography
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2022)
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the US. Every 36 seconds, one person dies from CVD [1]. Structural deficiencies and secondary changes induced by either abnormal functioning ...
Framing in different genre of news headlines and print reporters' responses
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2022)
The purpose of this research is to study how journalists in America write and compose news headlines, and how they decide to frame news headlines to get more people to read their articles when necessary. This project ...
Family traditions
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2011-01-20)
Family Traditions tells the story of young adults who have grown up as Wiccans. Because Wicca remains a new and small religion, the vast majority of its followers converted from Christianity or other faiths, and the number ...
Journey to the virtual realm : transforming student online orientations with 3D desktop virtual reality
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)
[EMBARGOED UNTIL 8/1/2024] In the era of online education, student orientations hold a pivotal role in guiding students through the virtual learning landscape. However, traditional approaches often fall short in delivering ...
An exploratory study of professional development experiences for new middle school science teachers in a suburban school district
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2009)
This case study analyzes interview data for the perceived support of professional development provided to new science teachers by a large suburban school district. Twelve new middle school teachers and 5 administrators ...
Evolution, transmission, and clinical impacts of SARS-CoV-2 and influenza viruses
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)
. Thus, understanding the natural history of influenza and SARS-CoV-2 viruses is crucial for effective prevention and rapid response to outbreaks. This dissertation explores the evolution, transmission, and clinical impacts of influenza and SARS-CoV-2...
Regulation of fetal brain development in short versus long lived mice
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2022)
How fetal brain development is regulated in mice with reduced life span is a primary objective of this research. Three studies were performed to investigate the fetal brain development in short and lived mice strains. The ...