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The effectiveness of blended learning environments for the delivery of respiratory care education [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
opted to integrate additional course materials via internet classrooms to enhance learning while still maintaining the face-to-face interaction between instructor and learner. The researchers hypothesized that there is not a difference in academic...
Developing a nowcasting technique for splitting supercells by analyzing rapid update cycle model data [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
The goal of this research project was to develop a nowcasting technique, or to at least find out which parameters are changed to help supercells split. This was first completed by overlaying Rapid Update Cycle (RUC) model data with the radar data...
Race relationships in Aphra Behn's Oroonoko [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
A number of scholars classify Aphra Behn's Oroonoko as one of the first anti-slavery or abolitionist narratives. However, my research discusses the seemingly problematic nature of Behn's text because of her decision to characterize Oroonoko...
Enhancing pond production of large food size-fish by controlling social costs [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
-sex-ratio and high-percentage-male groups. The research project proposed herein is related to an initiative through the North Central Regional Aquaculture Center (NCRAC) to develop capacity to efficiently rear sunfishes (Lepomis spp.) to large sizes (> 227 g; 0.5 lbs...
The role of gender in the peer review process of formal writing [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
another's work while taken some of the out-of-class burden off teachers. To date, there is little research on the impact of technology on the peer-review process. Other researchers have focused on the individual writer, his or her thought process...
Effects of early intervention targeting mathematically at-risk first grade students [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
in mathematics. Initial assessments measuring the students' understanding of mathematical concepts were administered. The research team met with students biweekly for tutoring sessions that targeted the skills they struggled with on the assessments. Students...
South Korea protein demands [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Over the last 10 years South Korea has had experienced a steady increase in population averaging an increase of approximately 1% a year. They have also been able to acheive economic growth with a GDP that is almost two and ...
Microclimate studies of crop environments under different agroforestry arrangements [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
One of the factors influencing crop yields is evapotranspiration; the evaporation of water from both plants and soil. Soil moisture provides many nutrients to crops, so evapotranspiration rates are of concern. This study ...
Resveratrol levels in Missouri red wine [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Motivation: Moderate consumption of red wine has been linked to reduced rates of cancer and cardiovascular disease. The benefits have been traced back to the polyphenols found in the wine, such as resveratrol. The levels ...
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) ...
Energy scavenging from the human body for powering prosthetics [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Our research centers on extending battery life of electronic prosthetics by constantly recharging their batteries with energy scavenged from the body. There are many projects in existence where energy has been scavenged from the body by using knee...
Empowerment through journalism: social change through youth media production in northeast Brazil [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
systems shaping their interactions and identities. My methodology for this research included teaching a journalism class using Paulo Freire's theory in the Pedagogy of the Oppressed and the development of a newspaper made by the students. I argue...
Determination of the efficacy of an applied vacuum at the skin surface during the laser therapy of Port Wine Stain (PWS) [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
We will be doing experiments ex vivo using pig skin, which is very similar and much more attainable than human skin, to test the stress vs. strain relationship, elasticity (Young's Modulus) and research skin mechanics. Certain pathological...
Characterization of polyoxometalate I as an inhibitor of RNA-dependent RNA polymerase of Foot and Mouth Disease virus [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
with an IC50 of 0.5uM. Current experiments are focusing on a detailed kinetic characterization of the mechanism of action for this inhibitor. This research may provide insights that lead to new treatment options to prevent the further spread of FMD...
Latino newcomers in Missouri: Cultural adaptation and ethnic identity [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
and beliefs, perceptions and experiences, settlement plans, and identity. The data is described in relations to each of these areas. The current study is important because it will supplement research conducted in the Midwest regarding Latina/o newcomers...
Are age-related differences in associative memory mediated by sensory decline? [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Naveh-Benjamin (2000) suggested an associative deficit hypothesis, explaining that some of the decline in episodic memory in older adults is due to their difficulty in binding unrelated components together into a cohesive unit. Other researchers...
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)
for neural cells lost due to injury or disease. However, rejection of donor cells by the host immune system may limit the effectiveness of stem cell therapies. Recent research has suggested that some stem cells may be immunoprivileged, able to avoid rejection...
QTL mapping of suppressor of plant blotching1, modifiers of an epiallele [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Pl1-Blotched is an epigenetically regulated allele (an epiallele) of the purple plant1 gene, which activates synthesis of purple anthocyanin pigments. We identified a modifier called Suppressor of plant blotching 1 (Spb1), ...
Public perceptions of the environment: The role of mass media [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
This project examines the relationship between television news coverage of environmental issues and variations in public concern for the natural environment in the United States. Aggregate-level, time series data (GSS; ...
The salience of novel words in speech directed to young children [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
When children begin to learn vocabulary, they tend to learn more nouns than verbs (Goldfield, 1982; Nelson, 1973). Several explanations for this noun bias have been offered. One possibility is that the way nouns are used ...