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  • Red Raspberry Production Cost Comparison in Oregon and Chile

    Creator:
    McGuire, Madilynne J.
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    Red raspberry markets in both Chile and Oregon are affected by factors in each other‟s production processes. As seen in the late 1990‟s changes in pricing and supply can hinder the competitive edge of markets, pushing producers into economic hardship. Thus, the need to know the competition‟s methods is presented....
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    AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Madilynne J

  • Photoluminescence Detection of 2,4,6-Trinitrotoulene (TNT) Binding on Single Cell Diatom Biosilica

    Creator:
    Harms, Nathan D.
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    T. pseudonana biosilica and live cells was explored as a biosensor for detection of the explosive compound 2,4,6-trinitrotoluene (TNT) in aqueous solution. The diatom frustule is an intricately nanostructured, highly porous biogenic silica material derived from the shells of microscopic algae called diatoms. This material emits strong visible blue photoluminescence...
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    . Abstract approved: ______________________________________________________ Gregory Rorrer T

  • Characterization of Mitochondrial Metabolism in L6 Rat Myoblasts

    Creator:
    Burney, Emily R.
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    The prevalence of obesity is increasing worldwide, causing a subsequent increase in insulin resistance (IR), metabolic disorders, and cardiovascular diseases. Although these conditions significantly impact both the individual and society, their etiologies have not been discovered, inhibiting potential prevention and treatment. Alterations to mitochondrial metabolism are implicated in the development...
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    :_____________________________________________________ Matthew Robinson The prevalence of obesity is increasing worldwide, causing a

  • Rapid Prototyping of Rigid & Flexible Microfluidic Devices Using Low-Cost Materials and Maker Tools

    Creator:
    Co, Megan T.
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    Microfluidics is an evolving field that focuses on the manipulation of small fluid volumes. Because of its micron-sized features, it is the basis for many lab-on-chip and point-of-care diagnostic devices. The devices are predominantly molded from polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS); however, production is a multi-hour or multi-day process that typically requires clean...
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    :_____________________________________________________ Matthew Johnston Microfluidics is an evolving field that focuses on the manipulation

  • Viability of Single-Photon Avalanche Diodes for use in Pulse Oximetry

    Creator:
    Bialek, Hayden
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    Pulse Oximetry is a technology used ubiquitously across the medical field for measuring oxygen saturation and heart rate monitoring. In this project a system was developed to use a new technology for pulse oximetry: single-photon avalanche diodes (SPADs). This work outlines the development process and experimental results of a SPAD...
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    for use in Pulse Oximetry Abstract approved: Matthew Johnston Pulse Oximetry is a technology used

  • Microwave-Assisted Synthesis and Chemical Modulation of MOF-74(Ni)

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    Aldossary, Abdulrahman N.
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    Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are crystalline porous material distinguished for high free empty volume and pore tunability. MOF-74(Ni) was previously shown to be effective in adsorbing carbon dioxide, methane, and hydrogen. Microwave-assisted synthesis of MOF-74(Ni) was shown to lower reaction time from days to hours. In this thesis, experimental conditions of...
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    ). Abstract approved: ______________________________________________________ Gregory S. Herman

  • UV-assisted lipoic acid ligand exchange of copper indium disulfide-zinc sulfide core-shell quantum dots

    Creator:
    Porth, Lane D.
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    Water-soluble quantum dots obtained through ligand exchange are widely applicable for biological imaging and marking, LEDs, and photovoltaics. Lipoic acid (LA) was reduced to dihydrolipoic acid (DHLA) using 365-nm soft UV light in a process known as photoligation, and ligand exchange with dodecanethiol-capped CuInS₂-ZnS core-shell quantum dots occurred. The reaction...
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    : ______________________________________________________ Gregory S. Herman Water-soluble quantum dots obtained through ligand exchange are widely

  • Integrating Microfluidics and Integrated Circuits toward a CMOS-Based Cell Counter

    Creator:
    Bishop, Kevin W.
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    Cell counting is a key tool used in biological and clinical laboratories, but at present, commercial cell counters are large and expensive. CMOS technology is a promising platform for creating small, low-cost sensors but currently lacks a robust method of directly interfacing these sensors with the microfluidic networks needed for...
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    :_____________________________________________________ Matthew L. Johnston Cell counting is a key tool used in biological and clinical

  • Analysis of the Feasibility of Thermoelectric Energy Harvesters used on the Human Body for the Powering of Wearable Electronic Devices

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    Smith, Richard I.
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    Wearable electronic devices are becoming increasingly widespread and are being used to fulfill a variety of needs. These devices range from purely infotainment type systems such as smartwatches and fitness oriented devices to specialized medical devices such as insulin pumps and heart-rate monitors. A challenge faced with all of these...
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    the Human Body for the Powering of Wearable Electronic Devices Abstract approved: Matthew L

  • Dental Amalgam Fillings: The Scientific Evidence for Safety

    Creator:
    Young, Matthew J.
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    Objective: To explore the controversial issue of the safety and use of mercury in amalgam dental fillings. Methods: Using a variety of scientifically oriented studies, overall trends and conclusions were analyzed. Relevant articles include Children’s exposure to Amalgam, fetal exposure, environmental mercury, occupational exposure, and mercury and Multiple Sclerosis. Additional...
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    THE THESIS OF Matthew J. Young for the degree of Honors Baccalaureate of General Science presented