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Biodiversity of ants (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) in restored grasslands of different ages
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)
Grasslands are an endangered ecosystem. Unfortunately, few studies monitoring the health of these grasslands have included arthropods, thus leaving out a vital biodiversity component. Ants have been proven to be reliable ...
Interaction of exercise and fish oil on postprandial lipemia
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)
The purpose of the study was to examine the interaction of fish oil and exercise in attenuating PPL after a high fat meal and inflammation induced by exercise. Previously sedentary subjects were randomly assigned to one ...
Impacts of suspended and deposited sediment on benthic invertebrates and fishes in a Missouri Ozark stream
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)
Sediment is suspected in the decline of sensitive-aquatic organisms in the Osage River basin of Missouri. In this study, I monitored sediment dynamics and evaluated corresponding linkages with benthic invertebrate and fish ...
Four decades of change in an old-growth beech-maple forest in Indiana
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)
Hoot Woods is a 6.6 ha old-growth beech-maple forest. Fully censused every decade since 1965, the forest is one of the most intensively monitored permanent plot stands in the eastern deciduous forest. Although it is set ...
Analysis of radio communication towers subjected to wind, ice and seismic loadings
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)
The MoDOT radio communication tower network was created in the 1950s and 1960s. There is a need to assess the condition of the towers in the network and also to determine if they are up to date with current codes. A condition ...
Galilean moon tour using simplified trajectory computational techniques
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)
It is desired to find a trajectory for a spacecraft that will capture into an orbit about Jupiter and then subsequently capture into an orbit about each of the Galilean moons. The two main variables are the mass ratio, ...
The influence of teacher efficacy on North Carolina Agriculture teachers' perceived success in working with students with special needs
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)
Most agriculture teachers do not feel competent when working with students with special needs (Elbert & Baggett, 2003). The purpose of this study was to examine and explain the variance in the self-perceived success of ...
Theoretical and experimental investigation of oscillating heat pipes
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)
A mathematical model describing the oscillation characteristics of slug flow in a capillary tube is presented. The model considers the vapor bubble as the gas spring for the oscillating motions in a capillary tube including ...
Postconditioning manipulation of context associative strength on conditioned responding in conditioned taste aversion
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)
These experiments examined the effect of manipulating context associative strength on conditioned responding to a conditioned stimulus using a conditioned taste aversion procedure. In Experiments 1and 3, subjects were given ...
Altar erected against altar: the impact of religious schisms in Missouri on the eve of the Civil War
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)
This thesis examines the role that the schisms in the Methodist, Presbyterian, and Baptist churches played in the sectional crisis in Missouri. As a result of the research demonstrated within this thesis, it becomes apparent ...
Structure of an antigen-binding fragment bound to stem-loop DNA and crystallization of recombinant haemophilus influenzae e(P4) acid phosphatase
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)
DNA-1 and 11F8 are anti-ss DNA antibodies derived from autoimmune lupus-prone mice. They are very similar to each other in terms of CDR sequence and preference for binding T-rich ss DNA. G1-17 is an oligonucleotide identified ...
An investigation of flow and IZOF utilization of FSS-2
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)
When challenge and skill are perfectly balanced, frequently this experience is described as flowing or being in the zone. This relationship describing this optimal zone has been studied in the flow theory. This optimal ...
Assessing "lithic sound" to predict a rock's ease of flaking
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)
Objective information concerning "lithic sound's" properties of pitch, duration, and intensity, can inform archaeologists about a stone's candidacy for human use, and whether or not lithic material at a site has been heat ...
Souvenirs of America: American gift books, 1825-1840
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)
The Token and The Atlantic Souvenir, two of the most popular and successful American gift books between 1825 and 1840, balance claims about the merit and possibility of American literature and art while exploring Americans' ...
Biology and management of cut-leaved Teasel (Dipsacus laciniatus L.) in central Missouri
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)
Cut-leaved teasel is a biennial invasive weed that grows along roadsides and low disturbed areas. This research was to determine growth characteristics, herbicide efficacy, and seed production of teasel. Growth characteristics ...
Mechanism of induction of vascular endothelial growth factor (vegf) in osteoarthritis
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)
Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) is an endothelial cell mitogen and an angiogenic factor. Angiogenesis regulated by VEGF is a critical event in the pathogenesis of Osteoarthritis (OA). Over-expression of VEGF in ...
Sorption and leaching characteristics of heavy metals in artificial soil
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)
The objective of this study was to investigate the heavy metal sorption and leaching characteristics of an "artificial soil" formed by blending industrial and municipal by-products and implemented as a beneficial waste ...
Applying and analyzing robust modern control on uncertain hydraulic systems
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)
In this work modern robust control systems are designed and compared to standard techniques for a hydraulic implement system. The system includes an independent metering valve (IMV) and a variable displacement pump. The ...
The three Americas
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)
This instrumental piece is the result of my attempt to mix principles of modern fine art composition techniques with melodies, rhythms, and harmonies, originated from the popular music of the three Americas. From South ...
Instrumentation and early performance of an innovative prestressed precast pavement system
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)
Traffic, weather and de-icing salts continually diminish pavement life. Current rehabilitation methods result in traffic congestion and lost work time. The use of prestressed, precast panels for the replacement of damaged ...