Browsing 2021 UMKC Dissertations - Freely Available Online by Thesis Semester "2021 Spring"
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3D modeling and integration of current and future interconnect technologies
(2021)To ensure maximum circuit reliability it is very important to estimate the circuit performance and signal integrity in the circuit design phase. A full phase simulation for performance estimation of a large-scale circuit ... -
A Heuristic Narrative Exploration of Teacher Perception: The Usefulness of Teacher Evaluation
(2021)The purpose of this heuristic narrative study was to use teacher voice to gain a stronger understanding of what teachers need for the meaningful use of the evaluation process for improving teaching and learning. Data ... -
A Semiotic Approach to Russian Military Map Symbology and Terms
(2021)Modern Russian military maps may comprise any combination of over 1,000 map symbols and 3,000 Russian terms. These symbols and terms identify tangible aspects such as locations, unit/equipment type, numbers, etc., but ... -
Amorphous hydrogenated boron carbide for solid-state direct-conversion thermal neutron detection
(2021)Amorphous hydrogenated boron carbide (a-BC:H) is one of a very limited number of neutron-sensitive materials. It has been studied over the last three decades for solid-state thermal neutron detection due to its high ... -
Challenges and solutions for large-scale integration of emerging technologies
(2021)The semiconductor revolution so far has been primarily driven by the ability to shrink devices and interconnects proportionally (Moore's law) while achieving incremental benefits. In sub-10nm nodes, device scaling reaches ... -
Cognitive tutoring and assessment systems and mathematics achievement: a quantitative study of the Summit Learning Platform
(2021)The purpose of this study was to determine if the Summit Learning Platform, a type of Intelligent Tutoring System, has a positive association with mathematics achievement of high school students in grades nine through ... -
Disaster and infrastructure scene understanding
(2021)Urban scenes are visually complex as they contain physical objects and their spatial-temporal dynamic processes, including natural disasters and human-centered socio-economic activities. Image-based understanding of urban ... -
Effects of Light on BDBT Puncta Formation in the Drosophila Eye Reveal Involvement of BDBT with Color Preference Behavior and Distinct Nuclear Localization Pathways for DBT and PER
(2021)In this dissertation, the research focus is on elucidating the mechanism behind BRIDE OF DOUBLETIME (BDBT) puncta/foci formation. During this process it was discovered that both the circadian and visual photoreceptors ... -
Emerging Methods for Use of Real-World Clinical Data for Cardiovascular Outcomes Research
(2021)The purpose of this dissertation is to describe methods for use of real-world data resources to study quality of care and outcomes for patients with critical limb ischemia. We used the Cerner Health Facts de-identified EHR ... -
Extended calendar model versus traditional calendar model: a descriptive analysis of student performance over time
(2021)In an era of high-stakes testing, accountability, and ever-changing programs and initiatives, our education system fails to make adjustments to meet the needs of specific student groups and continues to function in the ... -
Fault Diagnosis and Condition Monitoring of Power Electronic Components Using Spread Spectrum Time Domain Reflectometry (SSTDR) and the Concept of Dynamic Safe Operating Area (SOA)
(2021)Fault diagnosis and condition monitoring (CM) of power electronic components with a goal of improving system reliability and availability have been one of the major focus areas in the power electronics field in the last ... -
From Galton to Globalization: The Transatlantic Journey of Eugenics
(2021)How did eugenics go from an idea in Britain to a movement in America? That was the question this dissertation originally set out to answer. Also, of interest was how the theory of eugenics went from the fringes to becoming ... -
Measuring Level of Degradation in Power Semiconductor Devices using Emerging Techniques
(2021)High thermal and electrical stress, over a period of time tends to deteriorate the health of power electronic switches. Being a key element in any high-power converter systems, power switches such as insulated-gate bipolar ... -
Modeling and simulation of silicon photonics based optical ring resonator biosensor
(2021)In the photonic technological platforms, the signal is carried by light rather than an electron as in conventional electronic technologies. Electronic processing of the signals is becoming restricted, particularly in the ... -
Motivating Mathematicians: A Theoretical Framework of Professional Development to Support Efficacious Behaviors for Teachers of Elementary Mathematics
(2021)The K-12 mathematics experiences of today’s elementary teachers often were one dimensional, or traditional, in nature. Many elementary teachers recall negative, isolating mathematics experiences from their earliest memories ... -
Nanomicelles And Liposomes For Improving Drug Delivery of Small Molecules And siRNA Therapeutic Agents
(2021)PART I: SELF-ASSEMBLING TACROLIMUS NANOMICELLES FOR BACK OF THE EYE DISEASES Vrinda Gote, Candidate for the Doctor of Philosophy Degree University of Missouri-Kansas City, 2021 ABSTRACT Neovascular age-related ... -
Obtaining Gold: A Heuristic Inquiry on Successful Non-Traditional Black Male Students at a Midwestern Predominantly White Institution
(2021)The purpose of this qualitative, heuristic study was to explore the successful experiences of nontraditional Black male students at predominantly white institutions (PWIs) in the Midwest. With an astounding rate of growth ... -
On-chip Voltage Regulator– Circuit Design and Automation
(2021)With the increase of density and complexity of high-performance integrated circuits and systems, including many-core chips and system-on-chip (SoC), it is becoming difficult to meet the power delivery and regulation ... -
Outside the Lines: How Moberly Junior College Basketball Players Negotiated Social and Racial Norms of Little Dixie On and Off the Court, 1955-1967
(2021)Moberly, located in the north central Missouri region historically known as “Little Dixie,” has deeply rooted practices concerning racial relations and its own unique history around integration. The Moberly Greyhounds ... -
Pediatric Lead Poisoning and The Built Environment in Kansas City, Missouri 2000-2013
(2021)This study examines relationships between pediatric lead poisoning and the built environment. Focusing on Kansas City, Missouri between the years 2000 and 2013 this dissertation informs policy options and identifies ...