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Machine learning methods for 3D object classification and segmentation
(2018)Object understanding is a fundamental problem in computer vision and it has been extensively researched in recent years thanks to the availability of powerful GPUs and labelled data, especially in the context of images. ... -
Characterization of a diverse USDA collection of wild soybean (glycine soja siebold & zucc.) accessions and subsequent mapping for seed composition and agronomic traits in a RIL population
(2018)The relatively low genomic variation of current U.S. soybean [Glycine max (L.) Merill] cultivars constrains the improvement of grain yield, seed quality, and other agronomic traits within soybean breeding programs. Recently, ... -
Three essays on retail price competition
(2018)This dissertation consists of three chapters. The first chapter examines price dispersion in retail gasoline and focuses on differentiation along the service dimension: full service versus self service. Consistent with ... -
A qualitative case study of graduate assistantship experiences at the University of Central Missouri
(2018)This qualitative case study was designed to investigate graduate assistantships at the University of Central Missouri (UCM). Specifically, the researcher sought to understand how assistantships prepare graduate students ... -
Scaffolding the continua of biliterate development in the spanish language immersion classroom
(2018)The purpose of this qualitative research project is to describe the scaffolding strategies used by a teacher to engage and support students as they work within the continua of biliterate development in the fifth-grade ... -
The black inside the blue : black law enforcement officers? perceptions of racial profiling in missouri
(2018)Nationally, law enforcement agencies are under tremendous scrutiny in reference to racial profiling. A gap exists in knowledge of Black law enforcement officers? in Missouri perceptions of racial profiling. Missouri has ... -
Forest adaptation and transition in the eastern united states under climate change : a forest landscape modeling method
(2018)Forest management is rapidly shifting in focus to address the adaptive capacity of forests under uncertain future climates. Managers and researchers often utilize models to proactively develop strategies for forest adaptation ... -
Effective numerical methods to model dynamic behavior of springs with torsion
(2018)The purpose of this thesis is to find effective algorithms to numerically solve certain systems of differential equations that arise from standard Newtonian mechanics. Numerical models of elastica has already been well ... -
Applications of deep neural networks to protein structure prediction
(2018)Protein secondary structure, backbone torsion angle and other secondary structure features can provide useful information for protein 3D structure prediction and protein functions. Deep learning offers a new opportunity ... -
Analysis of content and pedagogical content knowledge in secondary mathematics teachers? preparation programs : perceptions of novice teachers, cooperating teachers, and university professors
(2018)Previous research focused on characteristics of effective teachers, teacher recruitment or new pathways to teaching (Ball & Forzani, 2009; Ronfeldt et. al., 2014). However, there is a gap in the research regarding the best ... -
Intern and congregant perceptions of the impact of a united methodist ministry internship program in rural missouri
(2018)This qualitative study examines a ministry internship program at a rural regional university in Missouri. The study sought to determine the impact of the internship on both interns in the program and on congregants in ... -
An examination of athletic participation and academic achievement among high school students in a midwest, catholic high school
(2018)This quantitative study was designed to examine whether there was a statistically significant difference in grade point average (GPA) between students who participated in school-sponsored athletic programs and nonparticipants ... -
Scholars on the sidelines : a phenomenological study of high-achieving elementary students in southwest missouri
High-achieving students are those who enter the classroom ready and able to learn. They demonstrate their abilities by earning high grades in their coursework and by receiving high scores on standardized tests. The purpose ... -
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A glimpse of African identity through the lens of Togolese literature
(2018)Togo, this small West African nation, is still relatively unknown, even in today?s jet set world. The western world is only now discovering the numerous advances Togo has made in its social and economic policies, but most ... -
A qualitative study of teacher leadership in secondary schools in central missouri
(2018)This qualitative study examined teacher leadership with the purpose of gaining knowledge and insight as well as adding to existing research about teacher leaders. Research was conducted in the form of surveys and interviews. ... -
A textual analysis of public facebook posts from disability advocates : examining how those with disabilities choose to represent themselves via social media
(2018)Those with disabilities can post on any variety of social media platforms, using their own words and images to represent themselves as they choose. And their picture of disability often looks very different than what ...