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  • Individual Differences in Intuitive Risk Judgments

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    Brunot, Alexander N.
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    The present research sought to investigate individual differences in the way individuals process intuitive risk judgments. The present investigation is centered on Fuzzy Trace Theory (Brainerd & Reyna, 1991), a developmental dual process theory of cognition which posits two ways in which individuals process information, gist and verbatim processing. 228...
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    . Abstract approved: ______________________________________________________ Joshua A. Weller The

  • The Building of a ‘Harmonious World’ and the Conflict of the Confucius Institute

    Creator:
    Flatt, Tomena M.
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    The Confucius Institutes program is a Chinese organization established in 2004 to provide the world with language instruction and increase cultural awareness. The program forms joint venture business models with universities and schools around the world to establish language and culture centers on their school’s campus (“Constitution and By-Laws”). Over...
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    : ______________________________________________________ Joshua Reeves The Confucius Institutes program is a Chinese organization established

  • Thermal and Aerodynamic Effects of Surface Roughness Patterns on Additive Manufactured Heat Sinks

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    Lundeen, Samuel L.
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    Breakthroughs in heat sink design are now limited by conventional manufacturing techniques which can only produce basic fin shapes with homogenous surface structuring. Additive Manufacturing (AM) is a potential disruptive technology for heat sink design and other convective heat transfer solutions, as surface properties can be directionally varied to maximize...
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    Abstract approved: __________________________________________________________________ Joshua Gess

  • Aberration Correction of Optical Wavefronts with Sequential, Genetic, and Deep Learning Algorithms

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    Weller, Jesse A.
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    In this work, we systematically explore the effectiveness of optical aberration correction over a wide range of optical depths using the Segmented and Zernike Polynomial bases. We manufacture a set of 16 optical phantom samples consisting of a clear polyester resin substrate embedded with varying concentrations of aluminum oxide (Al₂O₃)...
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    AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Jesse A. Weller for the degree

  • Conservation and Land Management : Seeds of Success, New Mexico

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    Weller, Stacey A.
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    The Seeds of Success (SOS) is a wildland seed collection program in support of the interagency Native Plant Materials Development Program (NPMP) and in partnership with the global conservation initiative, the Millennium Seed Bank Project of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. SOS collections follow a set protocol with consideration for...
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    REPORT OF Stacey A. Weller for the degree of Master of Botany and Plant Pathology in the

  • Efficacy of water, sodium hypochlorite, peroxyacetic acid, and acidified sodium chlorite for reducing microorganisms on in-shell hazelnuts

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    Weller, Lisa D.
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    Hazelnuts are commonly consumed raw and are valued for their numerous health benefits and antioxidant properties. Increased foodborne illness outbreaks associated with Salmonella and Escherichia coli O157:H7 contamination of tree nuts and peanuts generate a need for improving agricultural sanitation procedures. Food-safe chemical sanitizers have shown promise for reducing pathogenic...
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    Hazelnuts By Lisa D. Weller A THESIS Submitted to Oregon State University

  • Two-Color Laser Induced Fluorescence Imaging of Fluid Temperature for Free Convection and Vapor Condensation

    Creator:
    McAfee, Rachel
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    The development of a continuous and reliable cooling method for computer chips is an evolving subject requiring continuous research in both computer science and thermal management. Two-color laser induced fluorescence (LIF) provides a non-invasive way to investigate electronics cooling fluid behavior. Dielectric fluids are of particular interest as they allow...
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    Joshua L. Gess The development of a continuous and reliable cooling method for computer chips

  • Governing By Nature

    Creator:
    Rhodes, Mericos H.
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    The choice of what to eat is political, and food systems shape and are shaped by political and economic power. During the last several hundred years, agricultural and food power has been consolidated to an unprecedented degree, and this consolidation continues today. This paper will describe this process as “Governing...
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    : ________________________________________________________ Joshua Reeves Abstract The choice of what to eat is political, and food systems shape and

  • An Evaluation of Onboarding and Training Procedures of Oregon State University County Extension Faculty

    Creator:
    Knight, Kelsey J.
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    Oregon State University Extension employs county-based Extension Faculty to deliver educational programs to communities across the state. County Extension Faculty are expected to be competent in various content and training can help prepare faculty for the profession. Using a needs assessment approach, this research evaluated the training available. The results...
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    Abstract approved: ______________________________________________ Joshua L. Stewart Abstract

  • A stereochemically controlled approach to the morphine alkaloids: racemization of 8,9-benzo-4,5-dihydro-6,7-pyrido[4,3-d] oxanin-3(2H)-ones

    Creator:
    Runyan, Mark T.
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    A method for the control of absolute stereochemistry in morphine syntheses has been demonstrated by the resolution and efficient racemization of the advanced morphine precursor , 9-methoxy-3-methyl-5,6-dihydro-3H-benzofuro[3,2-e]isoquinoline- 7(7aH)-one, I. This was accomplished by the facile coversion of optically resolved I to its ring opened form, 5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-10-methoxy-3-methyl-7-oxo[1]benzoxonino[ 6,7-c]pyridinium tosylate, II, (Equation...
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    . Weller A method for the control of absolute stereochemistry in morphine syntheses has been demonstrated

  • Mechanically Robust Additively Manufactured Magnetically Coupled Aperture and Patch Microstrip to Rectangular Waveguide Transition

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    Merrill, Scott
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    Advances in additive manufacturing technologies allow for the rapid, inexpensive manufacturing of microwave circuits. Circuits made using additive manufacturing are comparable in performance to circuits produced circuits produced using conventional methods such as printed circuit board fabrication, thin film deposition, machining, and milling. Very little work has been done in...
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    Weller Advances in additive manufacturing technologies allow for the rapid, inexpensive man- ufacturing

  • Synthesis and oligomerization of y,4-Diamino-2-oxo-1(2H)-pyrimidinepentanoic acid

    Creator:
    Nelson, Jeffrey Stephen
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    Described herein is the synthesis of an uncharged stereoregular oligonucleotide analog consisting of cytosine bases linked at specific intervals to a polyamide backbone derived from (L)-glutamic acid. Preparation of this analog entailed borane reduction of (L)- pyroglutamic acid to give optically pure lactam alcohol 9. Tosylation and alkylation with cytosine...
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    )- pyrimidinepentanoic Acid Redacted for privacy Abstract approved: Dwight D. Weller Described herein is the synthesis

  • Advances in solid phase synthesis of neutral oligonucleotide analogues

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    Wang, Haiyan, 1963-
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    A novel acyl protecting group for cytosine and adenine has been prepared from 4-( chloromethyl) benzoic acid. Reaction of the acid with morpholine produces 4-( 4-morpholinyl )methyl benzoic acid which is converted to it's acid chloride with thionyl chloride. This may be used to acylate cytidine and adenosine under standard...
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    Oligonucleotide Analogues Redacted for Privacy Abstract approved: Dwight D. Weller A novel acyl protecting

  • Post-accident radiocesium uptake in eastern Oregon wheat crops : A preliminary estimate using a modified "PATHWAY" model

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    Palotay, Joshua A.
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    An experimental environmental uptake model was developed for the purpose of estimating the final harvest concentration of contaminant following an acute accidental release of radiocesium onto an eastern Oregon winter wheat crop. The system was developed using the PATHWAY environmental uptake model as presented by Whicker and Kirchner (1987) for...
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    embargo of an eastern Oregon wheat crop. ©Copyright by Joshua A. Palotay January 10, 2006 All

  • Using OPEC as a Villain in Narratives

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    Merritt, Joshua A.
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    The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), a group formed in 1960 and often blamed for the oil shock of 1973, is treated as a cartel that aims to limit oil production and hold oil price at a level above market equilibrium. Recent research has offered a counter theory that...
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    Capstone Project
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    FINAL ESSAY OF Joshua A Merritt for the degree of Master’s of Public Policy in Public Policy presented

  • Simulating the dose enhancement effects of platinum nanoparticles in a spherical geometry with Monte Carlo calculations

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    Mathews, Joshua A.
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    Background: The use of high-Z nanoparticles as radiation dose enhancers has been researched thoroughly over the past decade. High-Z nanoparticles introduced to a medium increase the probability of photoelectric absorption. This leads to an increase in the production of short range characteristic and Auger electrons and, thus, local radiation dose....
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    Joshua A. Mathews for the degree of Master of Science in Medical Physics presented on June 2, 2016

  • Design, construction, and characterization of a prompt gamma activation analysis facility at the Oregon State University TRIGA® reactor

    Creator:
    Robinson, Joshua A.
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    In this work a prompt gamma neutron activation analysis (PGNAA) facility has been designed, built, and characterized at the Oregon State University TRIGA® reactor. PGNAA is a technique used to determine the presence and quantity of trace elements such as boron, hydrogen and carbon which are more difficult to detect...
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    () AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Joshua A. Robinson

  • Measurement of optical bandgap energies of semiconductors

    Creator:
    Russell, Joshua A.
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    A method for bandgap energy determination using di use re ection is presented and compared to the traditional integrating sphere method. We have found the bandgap energies of ZnO, TiO₂, Cu₂O, Si, SnZrS₃, SnZrSe₃, Sn₂S₃, and BiCuOSe powders with both methods and found they agree within 0.03 eV. We have...
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    AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Joshua A. Russell for the degree of

  • Division algebra representations of SO(4,2)

    Creator:
    Kincaid, Joshua James
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    Representations of SO(4,2;R) are constructed using 4 x 4 and 2 x 2 matrices with elements in H' ⊗ C . Using 2 x 2 matrix representations of C and H', the 4 x 4 representation is interpreted in terms of 16 x 16 real matrices. Finally, the known isomorphism...
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    AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Joshua James Kincaid for the

  • Towards a Conceptual Change Model to Support Organizational Change Efforts

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    Hille, Joshua D.
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    Many projects fail because employees and managers have different understandings of project "success" or "value". Other projects fail because managers are unable to effectively align organizational values with those of their employees. This problem is widely understood, but there is little empirical research that specifies the nature and effect of...
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    . ©Copyright by Joshua D. Hille May 13, 2016 All Rights Reserved Towards a Conceptual Change Model