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Writing A Detailed Introduction to String Theory

Creator:: Svesko, Andrew M.
Abstract:: String theory, one of the more popular approaches to quantizing gravity, is a highly complex theory, involving high level mathematics and physics. But the basic ideas of string theory are not inaccessible, even to the undergraduate. This document acts as report to my thesis project, the writing of A Detailed...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 4 Conclusion and Final Remarks 30 A Excerpts from A Detailed Introduction to String Theory 32 A

Effects of Predator Introductions on Population and Community Dynamics

Creator:: Ingeman, Kurt E.
Abstract:: There is increasing awareness that human activities are altering the ways that natural systems operate and that local shifts in species composition and abundance can lead to abrupt and irreversible global change. Therefore, understanding the processes that buffer biological communities from critical shifts and how our actions affect natural stabilizing...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . Title: Effects of Predator Introductions on Population and Community Dynamics Abstract

An Introduction to the Narrative Structure of the "Awakening Arc"

Creator:: Tawzer, Alexa J.
Abstract:: This thesis attempts to identify and develop a new narrative structure that has not yet been identified. This structure, which traces a character’s internal process of change throughout a work of literature, is known as the Awakening Arc. The Awakening Arc has seven stages that loosely correspond to Freytag’s external...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: . _____________________________________________________________________ Alexa Joy Tawzer, Author Table of Contents Introduction and Literature Review

Risk assessment : introduction and establishment of Myxobolus cerebralis in the Deschutes River Basin, Oregon, USA

Creator:: Zielinski, Christopher
Abstract:: A plan for the reestablishment of anadromous salmonid stocks into waters above the Pelton Round Butte Hydroelectric Project (PRB) located on the Deschutes River, Oregon has been under development since 1996. The PRB complex, starting at river kilometer (Rkm) 103, blocks the further upstream migration of anadromous salmonids into upper...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Microbiology presented on December 11, 2008. Title: Risk Assessment: Introduction and

The introduction of myxozoan parasites through the release of feeder goldfish (Carassius auratus)

Creator:: Karandashova, Sophia
Abstract:: Myxozoa have been found worldwide; these parasites infect a wide variety of hosts, but have been found most often in fish. Carassius auratus (goldfish), a popular aquarium fish and a widespread invasive species, have been identified as an intermediate host for several myxozoan species. Some myxozoan parasites are pathogenic and...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: surrender, and that family is far more important than any accomplishment. INTRODUCTION Myxozoan

The introduction of renewable wave energy to the existing power grid

Creator:: Ruthruff, William Arthur
Abstract:: Wind energy is a cornerstone to the world of renewables. It is widely used in many parts of the world as a clean and effective form of power generation. However, wind power has a number of drawbacks, which limits its use in many regions. Solar power has been used not...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: …………………………………… 2 1 – Introduction Much of the focus in 2006 and previous years has been centered on the generation

Introduction of a Mathematical Model to Characterize Relative Risk of Snakebite Envenoming, a Neglected Tropical Disease

Creator:: Kim, Soyeon
Abstract:: Snakebite envenoming is a neglected tropical disease that has received increased research attention in the past few years. However, snakebite prevalence and impact in India has been a neglected area of study, despite the high disease burden in this region. Both qualitative and quantitative approaches to studying snakebite processes are...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Introduction of a Mathematical Model to Characterize

Houses of fiction, houses of confinement : character introductions, autonomy, and domestic spaces in two works by Henry James

Creator:: Killips, Lisa M.
Abstract:: My thesis examines a total of fourteen characters from The Portrait of a Lady and The Turn of the Screw. Primarily, I have discovered an overwhelming pattern in these two works by Henry James; when characters make direct entrances--that is when they are not described or discussed in absentia by...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: , educated, and entertained. Dr. Betjemann represents my introduction to graduate school here at OSU; his

A Survey of Aquatic Nonindigenous Species (ANS) in the Middle Columbia and Lower Snake Rivers and an investigation into pathways of introduction

Creator:: Schultz, Kurt
Abstract:: Noimative invasive species pose a growing threat to living aquatic resources in the United States. Shipping particularly use of ballast water represents a major pathway of introduction for these species and in 1996, Congress established a program of baseline surveys to measure the effectiveness of ballast water management. This report...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project

Humpback Whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) Calling Behavior In Southeast Alaska : A Study In Acoustic Ecology And Noise

Creator:: Fournet, Michelle E. H.
Abstract:: Humpback whales (Megaptera novaeangliae) are a widely distributed baleen whale species, well known for their diverse acoustic behavior. On high-latitude foraging grounds, humpback whales produce a suite of non-song vocalizations (“calls”) in concert with foraging and social behavior. In this dissertation I investigated the role of calls in the acoustic...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . INTRODUCTION It takes two to speak the truth: one to speak and another to hear -Henry

Towards an Integrated Decision Tool for Managing Wildlife with Visitor Restrictions in Glacier Bay National Park

Creator:: Whitlock, Steven L.
Abstract:: The National Park Service has a dual mission of providing public access to exceptional natural resources, but in a manner such that these resources are left “unimpaired for the enjoyment of future generations.” Human activities in parks undoubtedly affect wildlife, but the degree to which such activities cause impairment is...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: GENERAL INTRODUCTION The growth and spread of human populations has had an indelible impact on

Steps and Strikes

Creator:: Scopatz, Shane
Abstract:: Steps and Stikes is an Environmental Arts and Humanities capstone thesis project taking the shape of an art film. The video layers contemporary dance with natural and industrial imagery on a foundation of personal narrative. It engages with contemporary environmental discourse as a choreographed essay, questioning why the environmental movement...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: CONTENTS Page Introduction ………….....…..……………………………………………………………..1 What is Steps and Strikes

Determining the Influence of Nutrition and Temperature on the Growth and Development of Camassia spp.

Creator:: Davis, Matthew C.
Abstract:: As a key historic component of prairies in the Pacific Northwest, Camassia spp. should play a role in the restoration of these ecosystems. To do so effectively, further study of Camassia spp. propagation is warranted. Thus, the growth, N uptake and allocation, and seasonal thermoperiodicity of Camassia spp. was examined....
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Uptake and Allocation of C. leichtlinii ..........43 Introduction

Diving into Diversity: Fish Populations and Climate Resilience in an Endorheic Basin

Creator:: Dew, Aleah
Abstract:: The Goose Lake Basin, situated on the border of Oregon and California, USA, faces significant challenges from drought, wildfire, and other environmental stressors. This region hosts numerous endemic fish species such as the Goose Lake redband trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss newberri), Goose Lake lamprey (Entosphenus sp.), Goose Lake tui chub (Siphateles...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Wisdom 2009). The introduction of non-native species can disrupt ecological processes and lead to

Linguistic Choices as a Feature of Engineering Identity

Creator:: Capehart, Ron L.
Abstract:: Engineering practice is aptly described as a unique culture, shaped by a long history of social learning, norms and values. As these systems and values have been constructed to the benefit of white men, it is unsurprising that the study of engineering culture has revealed many structures working against the...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: a long history of social learning, norms and values. As these systems and values have been

Low Impact Development in the Ash Creek Watershed, Oregon : Feasibility Study and Implementation Tool Design

Creator:: Chalmers, Douglas R.
Abstract:: This study presents potential Low Impact Development (LID) solutions for the Ash Creek watershed and designs several tools to assist localities in implementing the solutions they may choose. Ash Creek is a tributary of the Willamette River flowing through Dallas, Monmouth, and Independence in Polk County, Oregon. Currently, Ash Creek...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: (2010 Census populations of 14,600, 9,500, and 8,600 respectively). Chapter 1- Introduction 4

How sweet is the land? Modeling caloric landscapes for tropical hummingbirds

Creator:: Birkett, Christina Nozomi and Birkett, Nozomi Fukui
Abstract:: Pollination is a critical ecosystem function for sustaining biodiversity. However, pollinators and the services they provide are threatened by landscape-altering anthropogenic activities across the globe. Habitat loss and fragmentation, introduction of invasive species, chemical use, and urbanization have been shown to impact pollination. Pollinator foraging behavior is thought to be...
Resource Type:: Undergraduate Thesis
Full Text:: activities across the globe. Habitat loss and fragmentation, introduction of invasive species, chemical use

Phase 1: Benton County water analysis and demand forecast

Creator:: Benton County Soil and Water Conservation District and Benton County
Abstract:: The Phase 1 report is an overview of the complex water quantity and quality information and issues specific to Benton County. It is a first step toward assessing and planning for future water quantity and quality within Benton County and provides a template for regional water planning. The report details...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: Phase 1: Benton County Water Analysis and Demand Forecast “Evaluating the quality and

Isotopic and Geochemical Signatures of Mantle and Crustal Contributions in Rhyolites from Okataina and Taupo volcanoes, New Zealand

Creator:: Rocco, Nicole D.
Abstract:: Silicic caldera-forming eruptions are some of the largest and most destructive volcanic eruptions known, and present significant local and global hazards. The underlying processes within crustal magma plumbing systems that lead to the accumulation and eruption of large volumes of evolved magma remain enigmatic, yet there is broad consensus that...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: , Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences. TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1 Introduction

Gathering information rich customer needs for inclusive product design

Creator:: Armstrong, Jessica
Abstract:: This work explores a framework for the gathering and analysis of information rich customer needs, with the goal of informing inclusive product design practice. The goal is to be able to provide information and experience to designers so that they can better understand the needs of exceptional users and include...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: work explores a framework for the gathering and analysis of information rich customer needs, with the

Greeting Styles and the Establishment of Rapport in a University Writing Center

Creator:: Redding, Tawnya
Abstract:: The present study examined whether the nature of the greeting between a writing assistant and a student influenced the subsequent rapport that developed over the course of the writing center session. Eighteen Oregon State University undergraduate and graduate students were greeted in one of three ways by two confederates: with...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: one of three ways by two confederates: with a handshake and verbal introduction, with a verbal

Overexpression of the GROWTH REGULATING FACTOR 4-GRF-INTERACTING FACTOR 1 Transcription Factor Chimera Modifies Transformation and Regeneration Efficiency in Populus and Eucalyptus

Creator:: Ryan, Nathaniel W.
Abstract:: Transformation is a major bottleneck for genetic engineering and gene editing in forest tree species. This includes most genotypes of Populus and Eucalyptus, which are some of the world’s most widely-cultivated genera of plantation forest trees. To provide new tools for transformation, I tested the transcription factor-protein chimera consisting of...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: heterosis, a.k.a. ‘hybrid vigor,’ and have been popular worldwide since their introduction (Henry, 1912

Determination of Mass Flow Rate through Plain Mesh Wick and Nano- Structured Mesh Wick for the Design of Thermal Compressor Systems

Creator:: Uwaoma, Ifeanyi A.
Abstract:: Wicking action refers to the movement of a liquid through a porous or a structured surface via capillary action. This phenomenon is affected by surface geometry, such as the wick thickness and pore size of the wick, as well as fluid properties, such as viscosity and surface tension of the...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: …………………………………….…….37 4 Results and Discussion……………………………………………………………39 4.1 Introduction

Rhetorical Arrangement and the Digital Archive : Finding Women’s Voices in the Linus Pauling Papers

Creator:: Boardman, Colleen
Abstract:: The common imagining of archives characterizes these spaces as monolithic, hallowed sites of preserved truths, carefully catalogued and stored, static and frozen in history and waiting to be uncovered. My thesis works to dispel this myth and identify rhetorical elements of the archive’s structure in order to assess how the...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: intended to be my introduction to the field of library science and archival studies, as I was considering

Historical forest succession and disturbance dynamics in Coastal Douglas-fir forests in the southern western Cascades of Oregon

Creator:: Merschel, Andrew G.
Abstract:: Coastal Douglas-fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii var menziesii) forests are extensive west of the crest of the Cascade Mountains in Oregon and Washington and are renowned for their productivity, biodiversity, and the ecosystem services they provide. Increasing wildfire activity in recent years including the extensive 2020 Labor Day fires, and a warming...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . Merschel for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Forest Ecosystems and Society presented on September 17

Investigation of Energy Barrier Heights within Metal-insulator-metal Devices via Internal Photoemission Spectroscopy

Creator:: Jenkins, Melanie A.
Abstract:: Metal-insulator-metal (MIM) and dual-insulator MIM (MIIM) devices are used in rectennas, hot-electron transistors, single electron transistors, resistive random access memory (RRAM), and capacitors. The performance of these devices relies heavily on the energy barrier height at each metal-insulator interface. Thus, determination of the in-situ electron energy barrier at each interface...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Electrical and Computer Engineering presented on October 18, 2019. Title: Investigation of Energy

Proximate Factors Influencing Cat Behavior, Cognition, and The Human-Cat Bond

Creator:: Vitale, Kristyn R.
Abstract:: The domestic cat is one of the world’s most popular companion animals. However, to date much remains to be learned about cat behavior and the cat-human relationship. To examine the influence of proximate factors on cat behavior and the human-cat bond, three studies were undertaken. Study 1 directly measured the...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: …………………………………………..…...…………………………...…17 Factors Influencing the Sociability of Domestic Cats in Human Homes and Shelters Introduction

Production and editing practices in The Sweet Roll gaming podcast

Creator:: Davaz, Joanne E.
Abstract:: The Sweet Roll is a podcast centered around discussion of the latest video and tabletop games. It includes news briefs, game reviews, and interviews with industry professionals and gaming celebrities. The target audience is men and women aged 14-35 who play virtual and tabletop games as a hobby. This audience...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Production and Editing Practices in The Sweet Roll Gaming

The Sweet Roll : A Project in Podcasting Gaming News, Discussions and Reviews

Creator:: Wallace, Kenneth LaVond
Abstract:: This thesis – “The Sweet Roll: A Project in Podcasting Gaming News, Discussions and Reviews” – assesses the current gaming scene, including games, gamers, news, and reviews of gaming, and creates a pilot podcast The Sweet Roll as a demonstration and discussion of what could be done better. Through a...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: INTRODUCTION Due to my gaming passion, I have come upon this project to start a game and news reviewing

Effects of Marijuana on Risky Decision-Making in Young Adult College Students

Creator:: Casey, Jorie L.
Abstract:: Marijuana (MJ) is a widely used illicit substance among adolescents and young adults. Frequent MJ use has been associated with impairments in cognitive flexibility and inhibition, both of which play important roles in decision-making. However, the impact of frequent MJ on decision-making performance is mixed and not well understood. The...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: :_____________________________________________________ Anita Cservenka Marijuana (MJ) is a widely used illicit substance among adolescents and

A Genetic Algorithm Approach to Imaging the Internal Southern San Andreas Fault Zone

Creator:: Reinhard, Hannah R.
Abstract:: The southern San Andreas fault (SSAF) is the fault segment with the highest 30-year probability of causing a moderate to large magnitude earthquake in California, yet key structural characteristics of the fault remain unconstrained, particularly in the Coachella Valley where the fault splits into the Banning (BF) and Mission Creek...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: degree of Master of Science in Ocean, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences presented on June 12, 2023. Title

Fouling Characterization in Hypersaline Wastewater Treatment

Creator:: Messer, Morgan S.
Abstract:: Water supplies are diminishing worldwide and by 2025 two thirds of the population could be living in regions of water scarcity (local demand for water is greater than water supply). One method to increase available water sources is to use desalination technologies to separate water from saline solutions. While desalination...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: , and Zane, and for Brayden 1 CHAPTER 1: Introduction 1.1. Water shortages and

The Data Stream: Assessing the Flow of Real Time Marine Science Data from Research Vessel to the Classroom

Creator:: Miller, Danielle N.
Abstract:: Today’s technology-based society makes information more accessible than ever, in turn creating a growing demand for a workforce that has the skills necessary to utilize data. Contributing to this influx of data is Oregon State University (OSU), who was selected to guide the design and construction process of three Regional...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: dog treats for it. TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 1: Introduction, Background, and Objectives

Relational Learning over Dirty Data Using Data Constraints

Creator:: Lee, Ga Young
Abstract:: Real-world datasets are dirty and contain many errors. Examples of these issues are violations of integrity constraints, duplicates, and inconsistencies in representing data values and entities. Applying machine learning on dirty databases may lead to inaccurate results. Users have to spend a lot of time and effort repairing data errors...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: and contain many errors. Examples of these issues are violations of integrity constraints, duplicates

On the Role of Particle Size Distribution in Selective Laser Melting of 316L Stainless Steel

Creator:: Coe, Hannah G.
Abstract:: Selective laser melting (SLM) is an additive manufacturing (AM) process that uses a laser beam to melt metal powder as it is spread onto the build surface using a roller or scraper, followed by rapid solidification to manufacture a 3D component, one layer at a time. In SLM process, density...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: you. “Keep em guessing” TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Chapter 1 - Introduction and

Learning to coordinate in sparse asymmetric multiagent systems

Creator:: Dixit, Gaurav
Abstract:: Multiagent learning offers a rich framework to address challenging real-world problems such as remote exploration and healthcare coordination, which require autonomous agents to express elaborate interactions. To be effective in such systems, agents must collectively reason about and pursue high-level, long-term, and possibly nebulous objectives while adapting their strategy to...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: a rich framework to address challenging real-world prob- lems such as remote exploration and

Effects of Whey Protein Isolate on the Human Gut Microbiota and Intestinal Function in Older Adults

Creator:: Rackerby, Bryna
Abstract:: Whey protein is a functional food comprised of numerous bioactive peptides and proteins, including glycomacropeptide (GMP), a hydrophilic casein peptide that separates with the whey fraction during cheesemaking. GMP has a unique amino acid composition, making it a viable nutritional therapy in disorders where certain amino acids are implicated, while...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: THE THESIS OF Bryna Rackerby for the degree of Master of Science in Food Science and Technology

Methods of Reproductive Control in Domestic and Free-Roaming Horses and the Behavioral Implications

Creator:: Negretti, Christina L.
Abstract:: The current American free-roaming horse (Equus caballus) population far exceeds the appropriate population limit set by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to preserve resources on public lands. Several techniques have been tested to assist in decreasing repopulation rates. The purpose of the present study was to analyze two contraceptive...
Resource Type:: Undergraduate Thesis
Full Text:: mares 8 II.A. Introduction 8 II.B. Materials and Methods 10 II.C. Results 11 II.D. Discussion 12

Characterizing the Spread and Consequences of Mycoplasma ovipneumoniae on Bighorn Sheep (Ovis canadensis) in the Northern Basin and Range Ecosystem

Creator:: Spaan, Robert S.
Abstract:: North American bighorn sheep (Ovis canadensis) have experienced significant declines and population extirpations due to novel pathogens such as Mycoplasma ovipneumoniae. This disease continues to limit the population restoration of bighorn sheep. Therefore, understanding the demographic consequences of pathogen presence and the risk of contact between bighorn populations and potential...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . Title: Characterizing the Spread and Consequences of Mycoplasma ovipneumoniae on Bighorn Sheep (Ovis

Agile Bipedal Locomotion via Hierarchical Control by Incorporating Physical Principles, Learning, and Optimization

Creator:: Green, Kevin
Abstract:: Robotic Bipedal locomotion holds the potential for efficient, robust traversal of difficult terrain. The difficulty lies in the dynamics of locomotion which complicate control and motion planning. Bipedal locomotion dynamics are dimensionally large problems, extremely nonlinear, and operate on the limits of actuator capabilities, which limit the performance of generic...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Bipedal Locomotion via Hierarchical Control by Incorporating Physical Principles, Learning, and

The Environmental, Economic, and Social Factors that Contribute to the Importance of the Pacific Razor Clam (Siliqua patula) Fishery for Oregon Coastal Communities: A Northern Oregon Case Study

Creator:: Baker, Laura C.
Abstract:: Pacific razor clams (Siliqua patula) are narrow oblong bivalves that can be found in sandy habitats along the western coast of the United States, from Alaska (Aleutian Islands) to southern California (Pismo Beach). In Washington state, the razor clam fishery has been documented to be an important contributor to the...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: , L. B. (2003). Qualitative Data: An Introduction to Coding and Analysis (Qualitative Studies in

Trends in Population Density and Dam Concentration within International River Basins

Creator:: Shaver, Josiah J.
Abstract:: The Transboundary Freshwater Dispute Database (TFDD) is a multifaceted global database that began in 1996 and includes a collection of international freshwater treaties, a database of water conflict-cooperation events, and a spatial database. Delineations of transboundary international river basin boundaries are the focus of the spatial database of which population,...
Resource Type:: Poster and Map or Cartographic Material
Full Text:: , and Under Construction Dam Concentration in International Transboundary River Basins Dam Count Per

Transcriptomic approaches for discovering regenerative and developmental regulatory networks in zebrafish

Creator:: Garland, Michael A.
Abstract:: Zebrafish are capable of fully regenerating organs and tissue such as their caudal fin, which is similar to a human regrowing an arm or a leg. In contrast, most mammals including humans have a greatly reduced capacity for wound healing. The ability of zebrafish to undergo this regenerative process, called...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: regeneration and limb induction through transcriptomic and computational approaches. This introduction will

Do Oak Barrels Contribute To The Variability of The Microbiome of Barrel-Aged Beers?

Creator:: Shayevitz, Avi M.
Abstract:: Lambic and other barrel-aged beer styles are gaining popularity in the United States and Europe and are often treated as a premium product that can command a premium price. However, these styles can be prone to spoilage during the barrel-aging process, which represents a significant time and product commitment by...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: degree of Master of Science in Food Science and Technology presented on September 17, 2018 Title

Topological Learning for Robotic Exploration and Navigation in Uncertain Environments

Creator:: Saroya, Manish R.
Abstract:: The effectiveness of robot autonomy is governed by the ability to make decisions based on online sensor measurements and a prior belief of the environment. Uncertainty in the environment introduces challenges to robotic decision making. This thesis address two key robot decision making problems: exploration and navigation. The robotic exploration...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Robotic Exploration and Navigation in Uncertain Environments Abstract approved: Geoffrey A. Hollinger

Realizable Path Planning and Execution for Robotic Systems

Creator:: Jones, Dylan A.
Abstract:: Performing autonomous robotic tasks in the field, such as ocean monitoring and aerial surveillance, requires planning and executing paths in dynamic environments. In these uncertain and changing environments, it is not uncommon to see a large difference between the path planned by the robotic vehicle and the path that the...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: 10 Chapter 2: Background As presented in the introduction, the bodies of literature in planning and

Transcriptomic Analyses of Crop Plants using Next-Generation Sequencing Technology

Creator:: Geniza, Matthew J.
Abstract:: Advancements in molecular biology and computer science have enabled researchers the ability to investigate the transcriptome – the quantification of an organism’s RNA transcripts in response to its environment on a system wide scale. The collective chapters of this thesis utilize high-throughput RNA sequencing, which produces hundreds of millions of...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Matthew Geniza for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Molecular and Cellular Biology presented on

Investigating Transcriptional Control of Specialized Gene Expression in Plants

Creator:: Fraser, Valerie N.
Abstract:: Specialized or secondary metabolism is a collection of pathways and small molecules that, while beneficial to an organism, are not strictly necessary for survival. Plants use secondary metabolites to, among other things, attract pollinators, defend against biotic and abiotic stressors, and form symbioses. Natural products from plants have seen an...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . Fraser for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Molecular and Cellular Biology presented on August 2

Efficiently Learning Human Preferences for Robot Autonomy

Creator:: Somers, Thane N.
Abstract:: Human-robot teams are invaluable for mapping unknown environments, exploring difficult-to-reach areas, and manipulating inaccessible equipment. However, guiding autonomous robots requires dealing with these dynamic domains while synthesizing a significant amount of data and balancing competing objectives. Current mission planning methods often involve manually specifying low-level parameters of the mission, such...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Planning and Learning for Marine Data Collection 11 3.1 Introduction

Creating High Throughput Low Cost Analysis of Different Labor-Intensive Repetitive Research Processes

Creator:: Sullivan, Christopher M.
Abstract:: Many research projects suffer from limited data causing poor statistical analysis or limited results. The movement to high throughput methods has been building for many years and cross many different disciplines. Lots of these methods start out using pathways that generate large amounts of data but have limited methods to...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: THE THESIS OF Christopher M. Sullivan for the degree of Master of Science in Molecular and Cellular

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