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99mTc-DPR-SSS-BBN for diagnosis of human cancers [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Receptor-specific, radiolabeled peptides have become increasingly popular as targeting vectors for the development of new diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals. The over-expression of certain receptors such as the gastrin releasing ...
Resolution of phylogenetic patterns within the angiosperm order Asparagales [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
The angiosperm order Asparagales, is an economically important monocot order that includes onions (Allium), asparagus (Asparagus), and agaves (Agave). The core Asparagales includes ten families that form a monophyletic ...
What's in a worm; Uncovering polymophisms in soybean cyst nematode parasitism genes that correlate with virulence
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2004)
Soybean cyst nematode (SCN) is a parasitic worm that penetrates and infects soybean roots resulting in billions of dollars in crop loss annually. The most cost effective and environmentally friendly SCN management strategy ...
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 ...
Regulation of menaquinone production in Desulfovibrio vulgaris Hildenborough and Desulfovibrio desulfuricans strain G20 [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Menaquinones are cytoplasmic membrane components that have important roles in electron transport for energy generation in anaerobic bacteria. A simple and sensitive protocol for the purification and quantification of ...
Plasma surface modification of silica particles for the increased strength of dental composites [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Many of the problems that exist today with current dental restoration materials can be eliminated through the use of nanofiber fillers such as hydroxyapatite. Materials like this can ultimately provide greater strengths ...
Bovine oocyte permeability in 1, 2-propanediol
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2004)
Cryopreservation of oocytes is of great importance both in medical research and in the agricultural industry. Cryopreservation of oocytes allows for future breeding of selected genetic lines of animals. Effective ...
Characterizing the role of Glycine max NHL gene family members in plant-nematode interactions [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Soybean cyst nematode (SCN; Heterodera glycines) is a microscopic parasitic roundworm of soybean that causes nearly $1 billion dollars in annual yield loss in the United States. SCN damages the plant by attaching itself ...
Storing hydrogen, by enhancing diamond powder properties with CaF2 and KF for use in fuel cells
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2005)
Whaaaat!!!!!!!!! Hydrogen as a fuel? Yes just like you read it, hydrogen is becoming the best alternative to change our economical dependence on fossil fuels. Today fossil fuels are the main source of energy in the world, ...
Effect of clearcutting on the habitat within the clearcut and the surrounding forest and its relationship to the presence of wood thrush (Hylocichla mustelina) in the Current River Conservation Area
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2005)
Wood thrush were one of the few species of forest birds that increased in density on sites that received even-aged management as part of the Missouri Ozark Forest Ecosystem Project (MOFEP). One hypothesis is that this may ...
Progress in the synthesis of a Technetium-labeled complex as a potential Sigma receptor binding ligand
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2005)
The sigma receptors have been known to affect several physiological functions such as psychosis, depression and uncontrolled cell proliferation. But what makes the sigma receptors so great is the fact that they bind a ...
Therapy of experimental allergic encephalomyelitis under circumstances relevant to human multiple sclerosis
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2004)
Experimental allergic encephalomyelitis (EAE) is an inflammatory disease of the central nervous system (CNS) that resembles human multiple sclerosis (MS). EAE and MS develop when proteins of the myelin sheath that covers ...
Doping of natural diamond powder with boron to increase its hydrogen storage capacity
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2005)
Have you asked yourself what will happen when we run out of fossil fuels, where will our electric power come from, how would we be able to transport ourselves over long distances? Think about what will happen to our economy ...
L-NAME treatment in pigs
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2005)
Nω-nitro-L-arginine-methyl-ester (L-NAME) inhibits the enzyme nitric oxide synthase (NOS) which generates the physiologic messenger gas, nitric oxide (NO). In addition to its role as a vasodilator NO inhibits inflammation ...
The construction of neoliberalism and its effect on Mexican water policy [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
After the debt crisis of 1982, Mexico began implementing neoliberal policy, which culminated in the ratification of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). The neoliberal reforms fundamentally changed environmental ...
Selective precipation of seed storage proteins in soybeans: Reducing the dynamic range of protein expression for in-depth proteome studies
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2004)
Seed storage proteins (SSPs) are a class of proteins which accumulate at high levels (up to 60% total protein) during plant seed development as a nitrogen reserve for germination. Due to the preponderance of SSPs, the ...
A computational model for genetically inherited depression
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2004)
Depression, or major depressive disorder (MDD) is one of the most disabling and prevalent disorders. It is seen in all age groups, both genders, and all races. One of the biggest problems of depression is the frequency of ...
The key to unlock the Navier-Stokes Equation
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2004)
The key to unlock the Navier-Stokes Equation What causes the waves to break, as they get closer to the shore? Can the strain on the heart to pump blood throughout our bodies be decreased if vortices were eliminated? When ...
Population trends of forest birds in Missouri, USA: Comparison of point count data with predictions from the BBS [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Long-term population size trends of Neotropical migrants and other forest birds are of primary concern for conservation biologists. The Breeding Bird Survey (BBS) has become an important tool for biologists in estimating ...
The role of the brassinosteroid associated kinase (BAK1) in plant cell defense [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
Plants are able to resist bacterial and fungal infection by recognizing invading organisms outside the cell and then activating defense responses inside the cell. The first line of defense against invading organisms is ...