2016 MU dissertations - Freely available online
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Computational methods for protein structure prediction and next-generation sequencing data analysis
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)With the wide application of next-generation sequencing technologies, the number of protein sequences is increasing exponentially. However, only a tiny portion of proteins have experimentally verified structures. The huge ... -
Effect of far-red induced shade-avoidance responses on carbon allocation in arabidopsis thaliana
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)Plants are a very dominant form of life on earth and a large part of human society is based on growing plants. Plants use photosynthesis to turn sunlight and carbon dioxide in the air into sugar. This sugar is used to grow ... -
The influence of Bands of America on one high school marching band : a single case study
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)The purpose of this research study was to examine the influence of participation in Bands of America competitions (hereafter referred to as BOA) on one central Missouri high school marching band program. I chose to study ... -
Spatial modeling of aboveground carbon dynamics of the U. S. central hardwood forest
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)Central Hardwood Forest (CHF) is one of the largest forested biomes in the United States and its aboveground carbon dynamics have both regional and global significances. Thus, the aboveground carbon dynamics of CHF are of ... -
Design and testing of optimal personal protective equipment for high energy radiation on earth and beyond
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)This study incorporates an experimental and an associated modeling investigation of human protective shielding methodologies for two extreme environments: first responders or military personnel in the case of nuclear or ... -
A qualitative investigation of the career development of urban, minority adolescents /
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Theoretical and computational modeling of the dynamics of multicellular and lipid membrane systems
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)This dissertation presents two research projects that apply theoretical and computational modeling to (1) describe and predict the formation and shape evolution of three-dimensional (3D) bioprinted tissue constructs, and ... -
Academic achievement and persistence in online self-paced courses
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)This study focused on building achievement and persistence models of students enrolled in online self-paced courses using 11,829 AY 2014-15 records from the University of Missouri. Course satisfaction, delivery mode, and ... -
Dimorphism and integration in the pelves of anthropoid primates
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)The link between obstetric demand (natural selection for birth) and pelvic morphology in anthropoids has remained ambiguous for the past century. Though it is assumed that the dramatic sexual dimorphism seen in modern human ... -
A mixed methods study of perceived social support based on the medical outcomes study social support survey in adults with repeated challenges with HIV medication adherence
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)Numerous research studies in the HIV literature have documented social support as a key factor influencing adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART). This is one of only a few studies to examine perceived social support ... -
Resident assistant peer training : perceptions surrounding the use and effectiveness of experienced student leaders as trainers at one small private catholic university
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)This qualitative case study of one small private Catholic university in the northeast examines the perceptions of experienced (i.e. second to third year staff) and inexperienced (i.e. newly hired staff) student resident ... -
Hypoxia-selective antitumor prodrugs and fluorescent probes
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)Hypoxia-selective antitumor prodrugs utilize the unique feature of most tumors -- hypoxia (low oxygen concentration), for therapeutic purpose and are widely studied in preclinical and clinical stages. Tirapazamine (TPZ, ... -
"Longing in vain to climb into the ducal bed": gossip and rumor in Orderic Vitalis' Ecclesiastical History
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)For twelfth century Christians talk was an important tool and potential snare. The monastic chronicler Orderic Vitalis viewed talk as a potentially powerful tool and the EH reflected his belief that a sensible person, ... -
Exercise participation : sleep quality in Thai older adults
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)Physical activity and social interaction may be related to sleep quality in older adults. This study aimed to explore differences in sleep quality among older adults who performed exercise at elder clubs, older adults who ... -
Novel feed additives to improve lipid profiles in pigs
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)Opportunities to export high quality pork products to trade partners like Japan are economically favorable outlets for US pork producers. Domestic consumers also rely heavily on fresh pork appearance, especially color and ... -
Utilizing social media to inform inclusive apparel design for baby boomer women
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)Apparel design solutions for an aging population with unique needs are lacking in the retail industry and specifically for baby boomer women. The fashion industry does not acknowledge that older women value fashion and are ... -
Merchant mothers and fishermen fathers : parental investment and subsistence work among the boat-dwelling Shodagor of rural Bangladesh
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)This dissertation addresses three general research questions. First, what are the socioecological conditions that lead Shodagor families to employ particular strategies in order to balance subsistence work and childcare? ... -
An integrated modeling approach for estimating the potential hydrologic impacts of urbanization and climatic changes in Hinkson Creek watershed
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)Land-use changes and climatic changes are two of the most significant phenomena impacting water regimes globally. Since ongoing land-use changes in the form urbanization and projected climate changes are expected to have ... -
Oxidation behavior of very high temperature reactor (VHTR) candidate materials: 316l stainless steel, Alloy 617, and Incoloy-800H
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)High temperature nuclear reactors require alloys to perform well at temperatures around 1000 to 1400 K. The oxidation behavior of three high temperature reactor candidate materials, 316 L stainless steel, alloy 617, and ... -
Curcumin regulates transcription in Dictyostelium discoideum
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)Botanicals are widely used as dietary supplements and for the prevention and treatment of a myriad of diseases ranging from the common cold to depression. One in four Americans uses a botanical as part of their primary ...