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Experimental assessment of advanced thermal imaging for detecting voids in ducts
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] This research will evaluate the ability of a transient based Infrared Thermography (IRT) technology called the Infrared Ultra Time Domain (IR-UTD) ... -
Dynamic response of cold-formed steel roof trusses subject to blast load
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] The popularity of cold-formed steel building components has seen rapid growth in recent years due to its low cost, high strength, and ability to ... -
Oxidized mesoporous ZrO2/carbon composites for arsenic removal
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] This study is mainly focused on the synthesis and characterization of oxidized mesoporous ZrO2/Carbon composites, determining the best air oxidation ... -
Biochar and compost application effects on grapevine growth and physiology
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Biochar has the potential to be a local and renewable resource produced from waste byproducts that can replenish soils and build fertility. The objective ... -
Stratigraphic variation of the late Cambrian spice event in upper Cambrian carbonates of southern Missouri
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Several positive carbon isotope excursions in lower Paleozoic rocks, including the prominent upper Cambrian Steptoean Positive Carbon Isotope Excursion ... -
Characterization of berry ripening in Missouri Norton wine grapes
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Deciding to harvest hybrid cultivars by sugar accumulation, titratable acidity, orpH likely does not sufficiently model optimal berry ripeness for ... -
Developing baseline design criteria for people with lower body mobility impairments using inclusive design
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] The mainstream clothing market focuses on people without disabilities; however, all people should be free to enjoy aesthetic values of clothing, ... -
Uio-66 particles embedded PVDF hollow fiber membrane for arsenate removal
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Excessive arsenate in drinking water is a threat to human health. In this study, UiO-66 particles embedded PVDF hollow fiber membrane (HFM) was ... -
Development of double-positive metamaterial composites for antenna volume reduction
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] An investigation was conducted into the engineering of fully machinable advanced double-positive metamaterials for use in reducing the wavelength of ... -
Making others happy : the best route to one's own happiness?
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] There are many positive psychology interventions whose aim is to help people improve their levels of happiness and well-being, some of which work ... -
Resources for tackling post-traumatic stress disorder in local newsrooms
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] PTSD in journalism is a fairly new phenomenon. There is substantive research into how it affects individuals, however little research has been done ... -
Safety modeling for two certain urban intersection types, HSM calibration, and crash severity distribution
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] According to several years' official crash data, a significant proportion of crashes happened at roadway intersections in Missouri. Of those intersection ... -
Development of nanocellulose-based SERS substrate for detection of food contaminants
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] The increasing occurrence of food safety incidents in recent years has triggered public health concerns. Thus, food scientists are endeavoring to ... -
Media industry employees weigh in on emotional intelligence and its effect on job satisfaction, loyalty and culture in organizations that have experienced staff reductions
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] This study explores emotional intelligence in newsrooms across the U.S. that have undergone staff reductions in the last five years, seeking to find ... -
Cultural interpretation of pictorial metaphor in global advertising imagery
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] As global advertising campaigns become more standardized, images are often employed to appeal to target markets that span a wide variety of cultures. ... -
Tailored optical properties of graphitic carbon nitride thin films via surface functionalization of growth substrates
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Graphitic carbon nitride has attracted much attention in recent years due to its medium size band gap, mechanical strength, blue fluorescence, and ... -
4D printing of stimulus-responsive polymeric materials
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Rising beyond 3D printing techniques, 4D printing can fabricate complex structures with inks made of stimulus-responsive polymeric materials. Thus, ... -
Fighting homophily, homosociability, and social capital: How women in advertising network
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] This study explores the experience of females in advertising and how gendered organizational practices, homophily and hegemonic masculinity impact a ... -
Application of deep convolutional neural networks to automatic feature/object detection in high resolution remote sensing imagery
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] This thesis investigates how deep learning can be used to automatically detect features and/or objects of interest in high resolution satellite imagery. ... -
Developmental exposure to bisphenol a (BPA) and ethinyl estradiol (EE) and effects on F1 parental care and F2 pup parameters in California mice (Peromyscus californicus)
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Environmental exposure during the perinatal period can promote health and disease in offspring, otherwise coined developmental origins of health and ...