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Microhabitat selection by cave salamander (Eurycea lucifuga) as it relates to relative humidity and temperature
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Depending upon external conditions the twilight region of a cave can vary in temperature and humidity over time. Abundance of cave salamanders was observed to see if they selected for a more suitable microhabitat depending ...
Analysis of genetic drift within the highly repetitive KSP repeat domain and neurofilament medium [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Axonal diameter is one key component utilized to determine conduction velocity. However, the mechanism that influences axonal diameter must be stable within a given species, but flexible enough to adjust to the evolution ...
Rodents gone wild in the southeastern section of Missouri in the Peck Ranch Conservation Area
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Management plans such as clear-cutting could affect the abundance of the species of rodents. The management of the forest can be responsible for the increasing or decreasing of rodent populations. I studied the rodents in ...
Variation in mushroom frequency on course-woody debris in areas of different forest management techniques
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Different forest management techniques may have serious varying ecological consequences. Our focus was on the mushrooming bodies of fungus on course-woody debris in three differently managed areas of forest. This is an ...
Species variation and relative abundance of moths in glades versus forests at Peck Ranch
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
There are a large number of species of moths in Missouri and some of them prefer glades while others prefer forests. This study is to determine what species like which habitat. Two sample areas of each type of habitat will ...
Variation in mushroom frequency on course-woody debris in areas of different forest management techniques
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Different forest management techniques may have serious varying ecological consequences. Our focus was on the mushrooming bodies of fungus on course-woody debris in three differently managed areas of forest. This is an ...
Microhabitat selection by cave salamander (Eurycea lucifuga) as it relates to relative humidity and temperature
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Depending upon external conditions the twilight region of a cave can vary in temperature and humidity over time. Abundance of cave salamanders was observed to see if they selected for a more suitable microhabitat depending ...
Processing brainwaves for hand-free control of devices [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
We have built a system to observe and analyze brainwaves for use in controlling devices such as wheelchairs and electronic prosthetics bypassing a need for the user to have use of their hands and/or other limbs. The system ...
Development of a RF Class E amplifier to power a ferroelectric plasma thruster [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Class E amplifiers are a special class of electronic amplifiers which are highly efficient at delivering power at high frequencies. Class E amplifiers consist of a signal generator, switch, and two LC resonant circuits. ...
The role of generation status and acculturation in the academic achievement of Latina/o college students
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
research on the impact of generational status on college achievement in Mexican American students. Additionally, the discussion will focus on implications for evolving theories intended to explain the academic achievement and attrition among Latino...
The relationship between childhood obesity and food insecurity: Variations and trends in core literature analyses
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
experienced bouts of hunger and obesity simultaneously raised the question of whether food insecurity could cause or be associated with childhood obesity. Research that followed this case study has not been successful in reaching a consensus on direct...
Effect of assumptions by pre-service teachers concerning family life, extracurricular involvement and socioeconomic status [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
thus lessoning the achievement gap. For over twenty years researchers have demonstrated that teacher expectations have impacted student's academic performance. Tom Good states, “Teachers' high expectations of their students contributes to students...
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 efficiency or accuracy. We...
Carbon nanotubes and their composites with nanodiamond for thermal packaging: Syntheses, characterization and modeling [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
the added bonus of being radiation resistant for harsh environments such as space. The present research work is designed to measure the thermal conductivities of nanotubes and their composites with nanodiamond following Nielsen method applicable for two...
Efficacy of a modified constraint induced movement therapy protocol in the clinical setting [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
. In addition, there is limited research available on effective treatments for people with chronic stroke (when the onset of stroke occurred at least one year prior). The purpose of this study is to examine the efficacy and feasibility of a modified CIT (m...
Externally advised REITs to internally advised REITs [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
for more than one REIT. On average over the last 30 years, REITs that use external advisors have performed 6% worse on average per year, compared to REITs with internal advisors. In my research I examined REITs that changed from external to internal...
Mechanical evaluation of polylactic acid (PLA) with nominal Hydroxyapatite filler for use in biomedical implants
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
An active area of research in the biomedical implant field is poly lactic acid (PLA). Polylactic acid is very interesting material for this field because it is a biocompatible and biodegradable material. One downside to using Polylactic acid PLA...
Cohesion in parent-adolescent relationships within different family structures and birth orders
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Previous research reports relationship closeness and cohesion between parents and adolescents decrease throughout adolescence (Collins, 1990; Collins & Russell, 1991; Hill & Holmbeck, 1987). It has also been found that birth order and family...
The Maelstrom: A play against genocide [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
The Darfur Conflict has been addressed at length, but the majority of the public seems to be unaware the significance these acts of inhumanity have on a global psyche. The time for reflection and action is now, while the ...
The elderly, parent-child relationships and AIDS in rural South Africa [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Using qualitative interviews, we explore the impact of the AIDS epidemic on parent-child reciprocity relationships, from the perspective of young and old rural South Africans. Typically, adult children provide monetary ...