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Efficient search and comparison algorithms for 3D protein binding site retrieval and structure alignment from large-scale databases
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
Finding similar 3D structures is crucial for discovering potential structural, evolutionary, and functional relationships among proteins. As the number of known protein structures has dramatically increased, traditional ...
The nonparametric analysis of interval-censored failure time data
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
By interval-censored failure time data, we mean that the failure time of interest is observed to belong to some windows or intervals, instead of being known exactly. One would get an interval-censored observation for a ...
Positive displacement fluid flutter using plate strain energy deflection
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
In nature, there exist highly evolved mechanical systems which exploit passive mechanical compliance and material property transients to impart hydraulic actuation and fluid motion. The human heart generates blood flow ...
Theoretical evaluations of small-scale nuclear power systems
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] Nuclear power is often frowned upon by the public because of a lack of an understanding of the technology. Nuclear power has been investigated thoroughly ...
Do industry specialist auditors enforce more conservative recognition of long-lived asset impairments?
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] Prior research suggests that managers exhibit strong incentives to hide losses and use unverifiable discretion opportunistically. In this study, I focus ...
Quality characteristics of ground round formulated with three fat sources
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
This research was performed to determine if changing the source of fat for inclusion in ground beef from the round will cause a change in the number of days that the ground beef has a viable shelf-life as influenced by ...
A study of emergency management policy regarding the use of tornado sirens during severe weather in the state of Missouri
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
In recent years there have been many devastating tornadoes which have hit cities of all sizes across the state of Missouri, including St. Louis (April 22, 2011) rated EF 4, Joplin (May 22, 2011) rated EF 5 and Sedalia (May ...
Experimental design and modeling of a microscale differential thermal calorimeter for the purposes of cryopreservation
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
In order to develop successful cryopreservation protocols for various biological materials, it is necessary to determine the thermodynamic properties of nanoliterscale biological samples: ranging from heat capacity to heat ...
A study of the connection between TV meteorologists and their viewers during severe weather broadcasts
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
After the devastating tornadoes in Joplin, MO and in the Deep South in 2011, it seemed appropriate to look at the impact that broadcast meteorologists (and their TV coverage) have on their viewers during severe weather ...
Effects of tomato powder or soy fiber addition and fat content on physicochemical properties of hot dogs
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
Tomato powder and soy fiber may provide health benefits by supplying dietary fiber and antioxidant compounds. The main objective of this study was to investigate the effects of dietary fiber additions (tomato powder 3%, ...
Rainfall observations using dual-polarization radar coupled with a drop motion and evaporation model
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
Measuring spatial coverage of rainfall is important for several disciplines; unfortunately, rainfall data via rain gauges is very limited in spatial coverage. The best remote sensing tool available for rainfall estimation ...
Establishing the validity and reliability of the survey of higher education instructional practices in the Millennial Age
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
The primary purpose of this study was to design a valid and reliable survey instrument gauging three concepts; (a) utilization of technology-enhanced instructional practices, (b) perceptions of Missouri higher education ...
Creating a culture :Pitchfork media's textual and cultural impact on Rolling Stone magazine
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
The main purpose of this research is to demonstrate how cultures and subcultures can be created and disseminated through media, and how newer forms of media such as websites can have a tangible effect on the content of ...
The media and the global-liberation movement :The magazine framing of the 2009 Pittsburgh, PA G-20 protesters
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
From Sept. 24 to Sept. 25, 2009, the Group of 20 summit was held in Pittsburgh, Pa. The event brought in leaders from the most politically and economically powerful countries in the world, as well as protesters committed ...
Synthesis and applications of silver and palladium nano metal foams
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
Nanoporous metal foams (NMFs), a relatively new class of materials with low-density, high surface area and conductivity, have been studied recently in nano science. These materials can be engineered to benefit many fields ...
Effects of the use of assisted reproduction and high caloric diet consumption on body weight and cardiovascular health of juvenile mouse offspring
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
Maternal obesity and the use of assisted reproductive technologies (ART) are two suboptimal developmental environments that can lead to offspring obesity and cardiovascular disease. We hypothesized that these environments ...
Visual facticity and the technological gaze :permanence, discreteness and comprehensiveness
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
Seeing-machines have long been used to discover new things about ourselves. We fantasize about devices that will enhance our senses and provide us with 'facts' about our hidden aspects, such as our inner bodies, or our ...
Quantifying microclimate heterogeneity within a contemporary plant growth facility
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
Three separate contemporary climate controlled greenhouse rooms in the Sears Plant Growth Facility located at the University of Missouri, Columbia, MO, USA were selected for microclimate analysis. Temperature, relative ...
The role of parent-child conversations and attributional biases in children's prosocial and aggressive behaviors
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
The aims of the present study were to examine the relations between two dimensions of parent-child conversations and children's social behaviors and to assess the mediating role of children's attributional biases in these ...
Determining pork fat quality of pigs fed 20% DGS as measured by three methods with a standard industry marketing strategy
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
Fat quality is important in meat products as it can influence further processing characteristics and pork export potential. The use of non-traditional fat sources such as dried distillers grain with solubles (DDGS) changes ...