2013 MU dissertations - Freely available online
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Preparing birds to fly : Lloyd Richards and the actor
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)Lloyd Richards (1919-2006) was one of the preeminent theatre practitioners in the United States from the mid-twentieth century through the beginning of the twenty-first. Through his work as Artistic Director of the Eugene ... -
Asymptotically efficient estimators for geometric shape fitting and source localization
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)Solving the nonlinear estimation problem is known to be a challenging task because of the implicit relationship between the measurement data and the unknown parameters to be estimated. Iterative methods such as the ... -
Structural characterization of UDP-galactopyranose mutase from eukaryotic pathogens
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)UDP-galactopyranose mutase (UGM) is a unique flavoenzyme that catalyzes the interconversion between UDP-galactopyranose (UDP-Galp) and UDP-galactofuranose (UDP-Galf), without any net transfer of electrons. UGM is a central ... -
Improved computational methods of protein sequence alignment, model selection and tertiary structure prediction
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)Protein sequence and profile alignment has been used essentially in most bioinformatics tasks such as protein structure modeling, function prediction, and phylogenetic analysis. We designed a new algorithm MSACompro to ... -
Non-volatile liquid-film-embedded microfluidic valve for microscopic evaporation control and contactless bio-fluid delivery applications
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)Quick evaporation speed of microfluids can cause many unexpected problems and failures in various microfluidic devices and systems. In this dissertation, a new evaporation speed controlling method is demonstrated using a ... -
Effects of machining system parameters and dynamics on quality of high-speed milling
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)This dissertation outlines research on studying the effects of machining parameters such that cutting speed, feed rate, axial depth of cut, radial depth of cut and helix angle on system dynamic stability and the surface ... -
Experiential learning in hospitality management: An exploration of the knowledge, skills and abilities achieved in a hospitality management program internship
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)This study discusses the perceptions of six undergraduate students in a hospitality management program internship, and their supervisors at the internship location, on the leadership skills and competencies achieved during ... -
Design of an Efficient Controller for Arterial Oxygen Saturation in Neonatal Infants
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)A main problems for premature infants is respiratory distress syndrome (IRDS), also called neonatal respiratory distress syndrome, or respiratory distress syndrome of newborn. Due to IRDS, the infant requires intervention ... -
Exploring the lived psychosocial experience of elite national football league (NFL) players
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)The purpose of this study was to explore the psychosocial experiences of elite NFL players. Many athletes dreamed and prepared to make it to the NFL as a starter, and to participate in the Pro Bowl or Super Bowl. Only a ... -
Entrepreneurial leadership in higher education: Does the presidential career pathway make a difference?
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)In the United States of America, the role and responsibilities for the University president in many institutions have undergone significant change for the 21st century. As noted by Duderstadt (2006) “[t]he American presidency ... -
The economic consequences of water utility disruptions
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)This research produces an economic impact analysis of short duration water utility disruptions to evaluate the consequences of alternative restoration decisions. The study constructs a continuous dynamic disequilibrium ... -
3D analysis of hip joint mobility and the evolution of locomotor abilities in miocene hominoids
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)The emergence of extant ape-like locomotor behaviors has become a defining issue in reconstructing ape evolution. Suspensory positional behaviors, such as antipronograde bridging, climbing, clambering and transfer, distinguish ... -
Magnetic-ferroelectric interactions in RMnO₃
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)Hexagonal RMnO₃ is multiferroic material as a combination of frustrated antiferromagnet (TN =72K) and ferroelectric (TC=875K) which consists of multiple temperature and field-dependent phases. Strong coupling between the ... -
Measurement of coagulating silver and carbon aerosols using a tandem differential mobility analyzer
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)One of the unresolved technical issues associated with the high temperature gas-cooled reactor (HTGR) is the production of carbonaceous dust (e.g. by abrasion, corrosion, radiation damage, gas-to-particle conversion) and ... -
Effects of aflatoxin B₁ (AFB₁) on hepatic gene expression in pigs and turkeys
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)The objective of the present study was to evaluate the efficacy of curcumin (CMN), an antioxidant supplied by turmeric (Curcuma longa) powder to ameliorate the adverse effects of aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) on performance of pigs ... -
Motor unit characterization in canine degenerative myelopathy :
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)Dogs homozygous for missense mutations in superoxide dismutase 1 (SOD1) develop a late-onset neuromuscular disorder called degenerative myelopathy (DM) that has many similarities to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). ... -
Shock wave interaction with a toroidal air plasma
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)The University of Missouri--Columbia has recently developed an experimental test stand for the purposes of studying the interaction of shock waves with plasmas in ambient air. An exploding-wire-triggered shock tube is used ... -
Spin-wave spintronics
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)Spin waves in insulating magnets are ideal carriers for spin currents with low energy dissipation. An electric field can modify the dispersion of spin waves, by directly affecting, via spin-orbit coupling, the electrons ... -
Surface micromachined MEMS variable capacitor with two-cavity for energy harvesting
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)In this research, a novel MEMS variable capacitor with two capacitive cavities for energy harvesting was developed that use the wasted energy associated with undesirable mechanical vibrations to power microelectronic sensors ... -
The examination of participation in a community college peer mentoring program on social integration and academic success of first-time students
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)The purpose of this research study was to add to the body of knowledge on peer mentoring programs and aid college administrators in creating a successful learning environment. This investigation was guided by two conceptual ...