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On air: Evaluating streaming MPEG4 video performance over wireless networks [Liberman abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
There is not a clear consensus on how open-standard video streaming technologies perform across wireless computer networks. Wireless networking technologies have become nearly ubiquitous, particularly in residential networks, ...
The Israeli woman solider: The under-utilized potential of women in the Israeli defense forces [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
Women have always been a part of the Israeli military. From the first wars fought post- independence to the most recent conflicts with Lebanon women have been required by law to participate in the Israeli Defense Forces ...
The effect of nutrition on insect behavior [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
1. The Ovipositional Behavior of the parasitic wasp, Euplectrus comstockii Prior studies have demonstrated a significant decline in the health of caterpillars when deprived of ascorbic acid in their diets. The effect of ...
A computational model for genetically inherited depression
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2004)
Depression, or major depressive disorder (MDD) is one of the most disabling and prevalent disorders. It is seen in all age groups, both genders, and all races. One of the biggest problems of depression is the frequency of ...
Stem cells transplanted into the brain are immunogenic and are actively rejected by the host [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Stem cell-based therapies have shown great promise in the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases such as Batten's Disease and Parkinson's Disease. Intracranial stem cell transplantation has the potential to restore function ...
A functional computer modeling framework for post-traumatic stress disorder
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2004)
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a unique psychiatric condition in which the patient experiences diverse and intrusive psychological symptoms as a direct result of experiencing a traumatic event. As yet, no cure ...
Interaction of a heterodimerization partner with glucocorticoid receptor (GR), androgen receptor (AR) and GR/AR hybrids
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2005)
Steroid hormones are a class of compounds that play a role in regulating many functions. Glucocorticoid hormone is a compound in this class, which helps maintain homeostasis, including regulation of production of γ-fibrinogen, ...
Resolution of phylogenetic patterns within monocots [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
Monocotyledons or monocots are one of two groups of angiosperms that comprise ca. 60,000 species, 92 families, and 12 orders. Exemplary monocots include agaves, grasses, sedges, bromeliads, palms, gingers, orchids, irises, ...
Thermal Management of Low Enriched Uranium in the University of Missouri Research Reactor (MURR) [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
Medical radioisotopes facilitate medical imaging. The University of Missouri Research Reactor (MURR) is exploring the potential of producing one such isotope, molybdenum-99, using a new process that utilizes low enriched ...
The effects of anxiety and depression on the academic achievement of African American youth [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
Multiple factors might influence African American youths' academic performance, but few predictors have been subjected by empirical scrutiny. Anxiety and depression are documented as being negatively associated with academic ...
Childhood overweight, food intake, and physical activity among Whites, Blacks, and Hispanics [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
Childhood overweight has tripled in the last three decades for children 6-11 years of age. Overweight children are at higher risk for health problems and psychosocial issues. Although studies show Black and Hispanic children ...
Effect of baicalein on regulation of a phase II enzyme in human prostate cancer cell line (PC-3)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2004)
Prostate cancer is an excellent candidate disease for chemo prevention because it is typically diagnosed in elderly males, therefore even a modest delay in the neoplastic development achieved through pharmacological or ...
Going for a triple play: Making a GLH-1; GLH -4; KGB-1 triple mutant
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2004)
Essential to the germline determination of the nematode Caenorhabditis elegans are RNA-protein complexes found in germ cell cytoplasms known as P granules. Germline RNA helicase (GLH) proteins are components of P granules ...
The effectiveness of blended learning environments for the delivery of respiratory care education [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
It has been reported that the major weakness of online learning environments is the lack of consistent, efficient communication with the course instructor. In an attempt to provide the learner with the “best of both worlds,” ...
Establishing the status of the American black bear in southern Missouri [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
The current status of the black bear population in Missouri is largely unknown, as we have little to no information concerning its size, reproductive status and origin. However, evidence suggests that the bear population ...
Efficacy of curcumin in ameliorating the toxic effects of ochratoxin A and aflatoxin in young broilers [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Two experiments (hatch to 21 days) were conducted to evaluate the efficacy of curcumin to ameliorate the toxic effects of aflatoxin (AF; Exp.1) and ochratoxin A (OA; Exp. 2). Food grade turmeric powder (Curcuma longa) ...
Thrust measurements of a ferroelectric plasma source [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Ferroelectric thrusters can be used in applications where small thrusts are useful such as guiding the movement of satellites. The Pulsed Power and Plasma Science group in the Electrical and Computer Engineering department ...
Plasma surface modification of silica particles for the increased strength of dental composites [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Many of the problems that exist today with current dental restoration materials can be eliminated through the use of nanofiber fillers such as hydroxyapatite. Materials like this can ultimately provide greater strengths ...
Effects of early intervention targeting mathematically at-risk first grade students [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
In the 2006-2007 school year, 7.3 percent of third grade students scored in the lowest percentile in mathematics on the Missouri Assessment Program test. This percentage increased as students progressed through school. In ...
A novel algorithm for semiautomatic brain structure segmentation from MRI [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
On a daily basis, numerous medical institutions use MRI segmentation to conduct research and treat patients. While there are many different segmentation algorithms that exist today, most have drawbacks in respect to either ...