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Using nested structures to select models for developmental trajectories of cognitive abilities in adulthood
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2010)
longitudinal data is often based on convention or familiarity with a particular modeling approach. It is argued that this should not be common practice, but rather the data and model comparisons should be used to inform the choice of model. The current work...
Chemical modifications to produce soy-based polyols
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2009)
This project comprises several chemical routes to produce soy-based polyols for future use in polyurethane foam applications. Soybean oil was polymerized by heat and catalyst to increase molecular weight, and viscosity for ...
Correlates of pet-keeping in residence halls on college student adjustment at a small, private, midwestern college
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2009)
A limited number of colleges and universities permit pets other than small aquariums in residence halls. No studies have been published documenting the effect of pets in residence halls. A matched two-group comparison of ...
Analysis of the information needs of primary care physicians in an electronic health record (EHR)
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2012)
. An interdisciplinary team conceptualized nine interview questions over weekly group sessions and fictitious but typical acute and chronic physician's documentation (progress notes) was created by two family medicine physicians (JLB and RJK). An analysis of hour long...
Dialogue at the Threshold: The Artist Between Museum and Community
(2015)
Artists Suzanne Lacy and Ann Hamilton use forms of language to produce
experiences that challenge the individual’s perception. While differing in methods and
outcomes, Lacy and Hamilton construct environments that allow ...
A mediation analysis of spirituality, wellbeing, and academic performance in first-generation and low-income college students
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)
Mental health and attainment gaps comprise dual crises on today's college and university campuses, especially for first-generation and low-income students. Despite the common history and heritage of spirituality and religious ...
Development and evaluation of a site stormwater analysis calculator intended for the State of Missouri utilzing regional best management practices
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)
The Site Stormwater with Best Management Practices (BMPs) Analysis Calculator was created to be utilized in the State of Missouri for developing or re- developing property. Simplistic and conservative stormwater evaluations utilizing regional...
Three essays on assimilation and acculturation of international instructors at U.S. research universities
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2021)
This dissertation consists of three chapters that answer an overarching question: "How do foreign-born instructors assimilate and acculturate into U.S. academia as an immigrant-receiving environment?" Across the three ...
Mizzou, volume 098, number 1 (2009 fall)
(MU Alumni Association, University of Missouri, 2009)
Effective spokespersons on Twitter : experimenting with how profile gender & network size impact user perceptions of credibility and social attraction
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2010)
In addition to pulling in millions of everyday users, Twitter attracts strategic communicators aiming to forge personal bonds with users. Strategic communicators face a dilemma in creating Twitter profiles online, as the ...
Nursing professional development in ambulatory care: what is it?
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2021)
Nursing professional development (NPD) practitioners play an important role in ensuring the quality and safety of nursing care and in guiding nurses through practice transitions. In recent years, an increasing number of NPD practitioners have been...
An investigation of the perception of factors associated with daily living activities of comprehensive psychiatric rehabilitation consumers
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)
of the participants lived on their own in the community, with most of the remaining living in an RCF (residential care facility) and a few living in a group setting with family or with friends. Most of the participants reported that their parents were married...
To leave or not to leave: exploring the impact of COVID-19 on routine practice and burnout among women magazine journalists
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2022)
with burnout. Across both The Strategist and Apartment Therapy, the burnout trend appears to be attributed to both diminished perceived organizational support and role overload during the pandemic. This study also provides actionable, practical solutions...
Northern bobwhite brood ecology and population dynamics in southwest Missouri
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)
of 80% since 1966. Maintaining healthy populations requires a better understanding of how population growth and vital rates across seasons are affected by habitat and land management practices. We examined bobwhite brood ecology and population dynamics...
The socially filtered media agenda : a study of agenda setting among news outlets on Twitter
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2010)
through the TweetMeme aggregator, and a content analysis of the main Twitter feeds of three legacy news outlets The New York Times, CNN and NPR for nineteen days in September of 2009. The results showed a significant difference in the frequency of new...
Determinants of defined contribution plan deferral
(2013)
The purpose of this study was to examine the trend of Defined Contribution (DC) plan deferral before and after the Great Recession. The investment principle of "buying when prices are low" suggests that DC plan deferral ...
Identification and management of glyphosate-resistant annual bluegrass (Poa annua L.)
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2010)
,000 to 16,000 and 21,000 to 30,000 seeds per plant for S and CCMO1 plants, respectively. The addition of glyphosate reduced the number of seeds by 98% and 85% for S and CCMO1 plants, respectively. However, use of glyphosate at recommended rates resulted...
Knowledge of copyright issues and strategies used in solving copyright queries among academic librarians in Kenya
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2010)
Intellectual property and copyright in particular has become highly regulated through laws and treaties. In spite of stronger copyright mechanisms being put in place in Kenya over the years, copyright infringement has ...
Examining the impact of a black men's initiative : a mixed methods approach to program evaluation
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2021)
in the program. The current study produces implications for future research and academic practice/policy of administratrators in higher education....
True love waits? : an examination of the motives and methods of the True Love Waits organization
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2011)
True Love Waits was created in 1993 with the intention of encouraging teens to refrain from premarital sexual activity. Despite the efforts of TLW most studies show rates of sexual activity for teens have remained relatively ...