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Modeling, characterization and evaluation of MU100 high-energy density ceramic nanodielectric for use in pulsed power applications
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)A high dielectric, nanodielectric, composite material, MU100, was developed by the University of Missouri for use in dielectric loaded antennas. Based on its dielectric strength and losses, MU100 had possible uses in the ... -
The Panama Papers : collaboration and the data/story searching mechanisms in the international investigative journalism project
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] The Panama Papers was a global project that united approximately 400 journalists worldwide. Their investigations are based on 11.5 million leaked ... -
Biochemical characteristics of different subtypes of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 reverse transcriptase and its interactions with the host factor : apolipoprotein B mRNA editing enzyme, catalytic polypeptide-like 3G
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is divided into type 1 (HIV-1) and type 2 (HIV-2). Whereas HIV-2 accounts for 5% of global infections, HIV-1 is ... -
Stimulus specific adaptation in the hearing system of Neoconocephalus katydids (insecta: Orthoptera)
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Stimulus Specific Adaptation (SSA) is a fundamental response that identifies novel signals within a repetitive background noise. It is well characterized ... -
Using Facebook for queering Islam
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] This study addresses the discourses surrounding queer Muslims by Muslims for Progressive Values (MPV). MPV, a non-profit rights organization based out ... -
Kinematic analysis of the Debeque Landslide using radar interferometry and change-detection photogrammetry, Mesa County, CO
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] The Debeque Landslide is an active landslide impacting I-70 in Western Colorado that is the result of displacement along the southern wall of an ... -
Synthesis of ethylene glycol polymerized MIL-125 and their application in arsenic adsorption
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Arsenic in drinking water poses a great threat to human health. While many methods have been examined for arsenic treatment such as coagulation/filtration, ... -
Study of nuclear transmutation using cyclotron for post-CMOS activation of Beta emitters
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] A study of post-CMOS fabrication process for radioisotope activation produced by nuclear transmutation is presented. Activation of the precursor occurs ... -
A phenomenological study of queer and trans students of color
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Queer and trans student experiences are understudied in higher education, quantitatively and qualitatively alike. Despite the number of studies growing ... -
She is! Tracing the evolution of the female sexual narrative in creative nonfiction writing
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] This project explores the structures of four female-authored nonfiction sexual narratives: Anaïs Nin's Henry and June, Catherine Millet's The Sexual ... -
At the edge of a dream : the mismanagement of Pruitt-Igoe, 1950-1980
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Scholars often study the Pruitt-Igoe housing project for its failure and concentrate almost solely on the project's demise. This work expands the scope ... -
Hierarchical task analysis for intensive care nursing
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] The object of this study is to understand the workflow of nurses in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). The nurses in an ICU experience a high workload ... -
Multisystemic therapy with juvenile sexual offenders : a 10.2-year follow-up to a randomized effectiveness trial
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Multisystemic Therapy for Problem Sexual Behavior (MST-PSB; Borduin, Letourneau, Henggeler, & Swenson, 2009) is a family- and community-based treatment ... -
Dissecting water stress-induced molecular responses in the maize primary root
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Drought is an important environmental factor limiting crop growth and productivity. With additional pressures arising from population growth and global ... -
Structural-morphometric examination of thalamic nuclei in individuals with autism spectrum disorders
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] The thalamus has been implicated as a potential source of neural disruption in autism spectrum disorders (ASD). This subcortical nuclear complex is ... -
Counting theorems and inverse function theorems for analytic functions
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] In this master's thesis, we discuss the counting and Rouche's theorems. These theorems are used to find the roots of complex analytic functions.Also, ... -
Modeling and optimization of the Mannheimia haemolytica vaccine production process
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Leukotoxin (Lkt) from Mannheimia haemolytica has been discovered as the primary pathogenic factor for bovine respiratory disease (BRD), causing huge ... -
In vitro characterization of metal-binding and glutathione-binding proteins and their potential use to study transition metal homeostasis in plants
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Protein purification is vital for the characterization of the function, structure, and interactions of a protein.(Berg et al. 2002) Before a specific ... -
Theoretical and experimental study of an evaporative cooler embedded with parallel plates
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] In the current investigation, a theoretical model predicting the temperature variation of ambient air flowing through an evaporative cooler embedded ... -
Forgotten bonds : the role of sibling relationships in foster families
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Foster care is becoming a more prevalent diverse family form, and serves a critical role in our society. Little is known about the role siblings play ...