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Bridging the gap : comparative analysis of a gap filling X-band radar QPE algorithms and their implications for nowcasting and hydrological modeling
Accurate Quantitative Precipitation Estimations (QPE) are foundational for hydrological modeling and proactive watershed management. This research examines how a single X-Band radar bridges the gap in QPE estimation and ... -
High-intensity ultrasound-assisted alkaline extraction of soy protein : optimization, modeling, physicochemical and functional properties
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)Soybeans, classified within the legume family, have a historical legacy as a dietary staple across diverse cultures. Preferred due to their elevated protein content, versatility, and numerous health advantages, soybeans ... -
An examination of the portrayal of homelessness and the opioid crisis in US and Canadian newspapers
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)This research examines how homelessness and the opioid crisis were portrayed from 2018 to 2023 by one US and one Canadian newspaper. The thesis traces qualitative changes in the occurrence of keywords and topics over six ... -
A defense of the relational account of morality
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)In this essay I shall defend the thesis that morality is an intrinsically relational normative domain constituted by relational claims and corresponding directed duties. On the relational approach to morality, moral ... -
Australian narratives and Charles Dickens - retelling the history of the transport convict network
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)The practice of exile reached its zenith in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries when the British Empire utilized transportation to remove criminal offenders elsewhere. From late 1787 to early 1788, the First Fleet ... -
Host immune response to a bacterial toxin at single-nuclei resolution in the chicken
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)Understanding the intricate dynamics of the host immune response to a bacterial pathogen, including both the innate and adaptive systems, to a bacterial pathogen is crucial for improving our knowledge of avian immunology, ... -
A hierarchical time-indexed database for multi-modal derived sensor data using GPU-accelerated PostgreSQL
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)With the vast influx of data captured by ubiquitous sensors, such as those in wearable devices, smart sensors in long-term care facilities, and hydraulic bed sen- sors, there exists an enormous potential for exploiting ... -
Mapping copy number variants across the cattle genome
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)Copy number variation across individuals is known to be associated with traits such as gene expression, disease resistance, and other phenotypic variations. Due to improvements in accurately detecting genotypic variation ... -
Analytical methods for the pyramidal truss metamaterial
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)Mechanical metamaterials are a subclass of metamaterials which exhibit exotic effective mechanical proper- ties. These may include a negative bulk modulus, a negative Poisson's ratio, or a negative mass density. Subse- ... -
The role of drinking context in the relationship between impulsivity and alcohol use in daily life
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)Alcohol consumption among young adults is prevalent, with 29 percent of individuals reporting binge drinking in the past month. Impulsivity is a well-established risk factor for problematic alcohol use. However, little is ... -
Molecular dynamics simulations of shock-induced pore collapse in single crystal [beta]-HMX
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)This thesis presents all-atom classical molecular dynamics (MD) simulations of shock-wave passage across a pore-type defect in single-crystal [beta]-1,3,5,7-tetranitro-1,3,5,7-tetraocane ([beta]-HMX). The purpose of this ... -
Enhancing network intrusion detection through robust machine learning models : a comparative analysis
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)The proliferation of WiFi-enabled smart devices in enterprise IoT networks introduces both enhanced consumer experiences and significant security vulnerabilities. Anticipating a rise to 46.5 percent adoption in US enterprise ... -
Hiding in plain sight : anonymity across adaptations of Miklos Laszlo's Illatszertar (Parfumerie)
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)Director Ernst Lubitsch's romantic comedy film The Shop Around the Corner has inspired multiple adaptations since its release in 1940. In it, two shop clerks fall in love through anonymous letters while detesting each other ... -
Through the looking glass : role perceptions of long-form and commentary magazine journalists in the current state of U.S. democracy
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)In a landscape where concerns over the state of U.S. democracy have risen, it's important to explore the perspectives of journalists tasked with the production of coverage in which democracy is a key theme and justification. ... -
Quantification and characterization of bioactive compounds isolated from pawpaw fruit (Asimina triloba)
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)Pawpaw (Asimina triloba) is a North American Annonaceae tree. Pawpaw is an important Native American food and medicine. Inflammation, wounds, gastrointestinal issues, and respiratory disorders have been treated with various ... -
Structural studies of domain of unknown function 507 (DUF507)
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)The crystal structure of the domain of unknown function family 507 protein from Aquifex aeolicus is reported (AaDUF507, UniProt O67633, 183 residues). The structure was determined in two space groups (C2221 and P3221) at ... -
Information deserts : how Colorado news desert communities consumed COVID-19 information
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)The purpose of this study was to explore how Colorado residents living in news deserts consumed, interacted with, and understood news during the COVID-19 pandemic. This research explored community members' media habits in ... -
A comparative study between solid, porous, and equivalent homogenous truss structures with embedded metamaterials
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)Metamaterials are a class of engineered materials with various microstructures that can achieve properties unattainable with conventional materials. For instance, inspired by natural materials such as bees' honeycombs and ... -
What Camino elements facilitate transformative experience : insights from pilgrims
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)Despite recent exponential growth in research on pilgrimage and the ubiquitous agreement that pilgrimage can be transformational, the literature needs a holistic concept of the pilgrimage elements that facilitate transformation. ... -
Towards automated and explorative characterization of nano-energetic material response to directed energy
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)Nanoenergetic materials offer high-density energy storage that may react to produce heat and release gaseous products. In order to utilize aluminum-based nanoenergetic materials effectively, the mechanisms by which aluminum ...