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Press coverage of lynchings in Missouri : an analysis of the newspaper coverage of black and white lynchings between 1882 and 1942
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2005)
Beginning in 1882, Missouri communities experienced a wave of lynchings that would not subside until 1942. The lynchings that took place in Missouri initially affected both White and Black males accused of crimes. In ...
Transport, network, and data link layer protocol designs to improve geo-stationary Earth orbit satellite data set transmission performance
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2005)
Geo-stationary earth orbit (CEO) satellites are wireless transmission media that provide near-earth Internet and Intranet data communication, but are limited to low Megabits per second transmission rates and small messages. ...
Anion and solvent influences on the self-assembly of copper(I) coordination solids
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2005)
The investigation of solvent and anion influences on the self-assembly of copper(I) coordination solids are presented. As these extended solids vary in structural design as reactions conditions are varied, both those ...
Bioinformatics of protein bound water
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2005)
Protein-bound water molecules are important components of protein structure, and therefore, protein function and energetics. Here we present a semi-automated computational approach for identifying conserved (i.e. structurally ...
Impact of social competence as protective factor for violence resiliency
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2005)
This investigation focused on the elements of social competence as potential protective factors for violence resiliency. Using both quantitative and qualitative methods, this study utilized a case design to identify ...
Teacher perceived impact of technology on elementary classrooms and teaching
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2005)
Issues surrounding technology integration are varied. Over the last decade, the presence of technology in elementary classrooms has increased; however, research indicates that many teachers are not utilizing these resources ...
Mechanical properties of complex biological systems using AFM-based force spectroscopy
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2005)
An atomic force microscope (AFM) was designed and built to study the mechanical properties of small collagen fibrils and the plasma membrane of living cells. Collagen is a major component of bone, skin and connective ...
Exploratory development of VARIM process for manufacturing high temperature polymer matrix composites
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2005)
This research focuses on an exploratory development of vacuum assisted resin infusion molding (VARIM) process for manufacturing high temperature polymer composite materials. High temperature matrix composites are needed ...
P2Y[subscript 2] nucleotide receptor up-regulation and function in submandibular gland epithelium
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2005)
Sjögren's syndrome (SS) is an autoimmune disease that specifically targets exocrine glands, including salivary glands, and results in an impairment of secretory function. P2Y₂ nucleotide receptors for extracellular ATP ...
Pressure dependence of the luminescence and Raman modes in polyfluorene
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2005)
I present a study of the optical properties of poly-para-phenylene and three different side-chain substituted polyfluorene polymers. I present an analysis of the Raman spectra under hydrostatic pressures for three ...
Negotiating the legal divorce process: mothers' perceptions and experiences of the legal system
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2005)
This study explored divorcing mothers' perceptions of the legal system and divorce in order to develop a grounded theory based on their experiences of this complex process. Divorce in the U.S. often places a disproportionate ...
Development and implementation of an underwater system for interface wave measurements
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2005)
Measuring shear wave velocity profiles has become integral to geotechnical site investigation both on land and offshore. Obtaining accurate near-surface profiles in soft marine sediments can be expensive and time consuming ...
Glutamate regulates neurite outgrowth of descending neurons in culture from larval lamprey
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2005)
In spinal cord-transected larval lamprey, descending brain neurons, most of which are reticulospinal (RS) neurons, regenerate their axons across a transection site and contribute to behavioral recovery. In the present ...
The geography of domestic violence: assessing reported domestic violence in Missouri
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2005)
Despite the recognition that domestic violence is a national problem, researchers still struggle to identify the true prevalence of the problem, specifically at the sub national level. Actual numbers of reported domestic ...
Drug resistance in D. discoideum: isolation of 4-nitroquinoline 1-oxide resistant mutants
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2005)
The drug 4-nitroquinoline 1-oxide (4NQO) displays both carcinogenic and antitumor effects, a well known characteristic of many chemotherapeutic drugs. In addition 4NQO shares a similar operating mechanism with the commonly ...
Public perception of the effectiveness of public input in the parks and recreation planning process at the Boone County fairgrounds
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2005)
The United States government process is open to the public, allowing the public to be involved with decisions that will shape their lives. Professionals still dominate the planning process and make the final decisions which ...
Freedom and self-knowledge in the dramatic works of Anton Chekhov
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2005)
In his five major dramatic works, Anton Chekhov crafts characters who struggle with existential despair as a result of their inability to perform such actions. This focus on action and inaction raises analogous questions ...
Comprehensive optimization for thermoelectric refrigeration devices
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2005)
A large market is currently in place for which thermoelectric (TE) technology can provide diverse energy solutions. This market should continue to grow as improvements are made to TE materials. In the last 10-15 years, ...
X-ray topography techniques for the analysis of laser irradiated silicon
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2005)
There is currently much interest in femtosecond scale laser interactions with materials. Comparison of the damage produced by the femtosecond laser pulses to the longer laser pulses is also of interest. This study examined ...
Examination of specific amino acid residues of desulfovibrio desulfuricans cytochrome C₃ in electron transfer
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2005)
Sulfate-reducing bacteria (SRB) are strictly anaerobic microorganisms present throughout the environment. These microorganisms are able to utilize a variety of electron donors and couple the oxidation of those compounds ...