2017 MU dissertations - Freely available online: Recent submissions
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Structural basis of stability of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) capsid
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)Human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) is the etiologic agent of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Since its discovery in early 1980, many advances have been made in the prevention and management of HIV/AIDS. ... -
Clinical translation of nanomaterials for early detection of genetic abnormalities in fetus and retinopathy in neonates and adults
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)Nuclear medicine covers a wide variety of radionuclides to meet demands of disease. In the current study, first we have looked at the application of mono-amine mono-amide ligands for Re(V), 99mTc(V), and 186Re(V) with ... -
Pharmacogenetic testing in outpatient mental health clinics
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)The purpose of this study was to evaluate mental health clinicians' perceived knowledge regarding pharmacogenetic testing; their attitude, receptivity towards, and confidence in pharmacogenetic testing; and how pharmacogenetic ... -
Molecularly imprinted polymers and their application as environmental sensors
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)Molecularly imprinted polymers are specialty polymers with ability of selectively capturing target molecules. They show great potential to be environmental sensors for the detection of specific contaminant. The overall ... -
Mapping Seneca : cognitive cartography and moral imagination in the Natural Questions
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)This dissertation focuses on how Seneca creates a map of the world that defies human limitations and control, thereby instilling within the reader an understanding of self-knowledge. I argue that Seneca "maps" the world ... -
Plasmonic platform for super-resolution imaging and applications in biological and nanoenergetic systems
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)Plasmonics, taking advantages of coupling photons to free electrons in metals, enables prominent electromagnetic field enhancements by concentrating light into subwavelength scales, allowing super resolution imaging, ... -
Non-clinical uses of the Gamma Knife Perfexion : small animal irradiation and convolution algorithm evaluation
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)The purpose of this project was two-fold. One, to test the accuracy and usefulness of a clinically unused dose calculation algorithm for the Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion radiosurgery unit that accounts for heterogeneities ... -
Steps in transforming the Missouri Cancer Registry (MCR) from anincidence registry to a survival registry : estimate and interactively visualize female breast cancer burden in Missouri senatorial districts and assess the usability of the Missouri Cancer Registry and Research Center's (MCRARC'S) published interactive maps
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)Female breast cancer (FBC) is the most common invasive cancer among women of all races and ethnicities in the United States (US). About 12 percent of women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some ... -
An investigative study on neutron emissions from titanium- deuterium system under thermal shock
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)The purpose of this study is to investigate the titanium-deuterium system under thermal shock, as a potential neutron source. The expected neutron emission is unique, i.e. it is monoenergetic with energy of 2.45 MeV, which ... -
Experiences of mid-level managers in student affairs : a qualitative study
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)Although there is some research on mid-level managers in student affairs, there is little information on their personal experiences of supervision. The primary purpose of this qualitative research study is to understand ... -
Three essays on economics of water resources management in Nepal
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)First essay consists of two steps. First, Technical Efficiency (TE) index is estimated for upriver and downriver ecoregions employing DEA technique. In the second stage, we censored the TE index and run the Tobit regression ... -
3D imaging for brachytherapy patient and mold applicator positioning verification
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)We developed a stereo vision method for 3D imaging of HDR brachytherapy skin cancer applicator positioning and tracking with respect to patients' anatomical features. The setup consists of two high-resolution scientific ... -
Elucidating the role of jasmonate metabolites in jasmonic acid signaling
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)The plant hormone jasmonic acid controls immune responses against insect herbivory and regulates plant development. Jasmonic acid is synthesized upon wounding and herbivory and is converted to many derivatives collectively ... -
Factoring in gamer identity : the application of social identity theory and flow to understanding video game violence effects
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)The video game industry has become integrated into American lives and has continued to grow at a steady rate. This project utilizes social identity theory, self-categorization theory, and flow theory to examine differences ... -
The effect of an intensive teacher training on the accuracy of social, emotional, and behavioral screening results
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)The current study examined that effect of an intensive Frame of Reference teacher training on the accuracy of teacher-rated social, emotional, and behavioral screening results as compared to objective systematic direct ... -
Imaging 3D tissue fiber organization using optical polarization tractography
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)Optical polarization tractography (OPT) is a new imaging technology developed based on an advanced Jones matrix implementation of polarization-sensitive optical coherence tomography (PSOCT). OPT can acquire high-resolution, ... -
Advancements in evaluating reliability of nondestructive technologies for the detection of subsurface fracture damage in R.C. bridge decks
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)During the last few decades, many efforts have been made to assess the reliability of nondestructive evaluation (NDE) technologies used for the detection of subsurface damage in concrete bridge decks. During these efforts, ... -
Humor in the entrepreneurial pitch context : the effect of humor, investor regulatory focus and argument quality on pitch evaluations and funding decisions
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)Conventional wisdom and a small body of empirical research suggests that while humor can sometimes be used for negative purposes, it tends to be "good," and associated with positive outcomes. Many entrepreneurs incorporate ... -
Pediatric nursing care with post-divorce families : a multiple segment factorial vignette investigation
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)Recent trends in family formation and dissolution necessitate adapting healthcare procedures to better serve contemporary families. This study investigated nurse responses to variability in children's family structure and ... -
Deep UV resonance Raman spectral properties of alpha helical membrane proteins
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)Membrane protein function and structure determination is vital for pharmaceutical development and disease prevention. Despite the various methods of protein structure elucidation in use, a need still exists for techniques ...