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  • Differential Allele Expression of SOD1 in Biomphalaria glabrata

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    Carolla, Samantha M.
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    The freshwater snail Biomphalaria glabrata serves as the intermediate host of the blood fluke Schistosoma mansoni. Previous studies using the 13-16-R1 strain of B. glabrata demonstrated an association between the gene encoding Cu/Zn superoxide dismutase (SOD1) and susceptibility/resistance to the parasite. This association is assumed to involve a polymorphism that...
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    Biomphalaria glabrata. Abstract Approved: ______________________________________________ Christopher J

  • Winning through Compromise? An Examination of Bipartisanship and Electability

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    Ellingson-Cosenza, Elena J.
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    In America’s polarized politics, the language that congresspeople use matters. This thesis examines the use of bipartisan communications—in tweets and press releases—of members of the US House of Representatives as an electoral strategy for representatives in districts of varying competitiveness. A linear regression was conducted to analyze the relationship between...
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    :_____________________________________________________ Christopher Stout In America’s polarized politics, the language that congresspeople use

  • Analysis and Modeling of Kinetic Parameters for Urea Hydrolysis by Bacteria for Use in Calcium Carbonate Precipitation in Aquifers

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    Neighbor, Christopher J.
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    The use of ureolytic bacteria for the remediation of contaminated groundwater aquifers by inducing calcium carbonate precipitation is being studied in order to establish a better understanding of the modeling and prediction of how the bacteria will act in situ. This research has pursued the use of various ureolytic bacteria...
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    AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Christopher J

  • Ultra sonic SCUBA diver tracking device hardware

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    Lindsley, Christopher J.
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    Currently, there is no accurate, low-cost method to track divers. Watching bubbles can give you an approximate xy-location, and expensive underwater radios utilizing ultrasonic waves can work if the diver knows where they are. Traditional radio waves do not work well in water due to the conductive nature of water....
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    ii AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Christopher John Lindsley for the degree of Honors

  • Adherence as an in vitro assessment of neutrophil function in alpacas

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    Mangan, Emily R.
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    Camelids are known for frequent occurrence of general ill-thrift. In other species, neutrophil dysfunction has been identified as a cause of ill-thrift, and linked to chronic fungal and bacterial infections. However, no reference values exist for neutrophil function testing in camelids, which inhibits accurate evaluation of neutrophil deficiency in this...
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    . Abstract approved: ______________________________________________________ Christopher

  • The Search for Mitochondrial Ribonucleotide Reductase

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    Bai, Daniel Helin
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    One of the distinctive features of mitochondria is that they have their own DNA. When compared to nuclear DNA, it is known that mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) not only has a much higher rate of spontaneous mutation, but also arises from metabolically distinct precursor pools. Others from our laboratory have demonstrated...
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    : ______________________________________________________ Dr. Christopher Mathews One of the distinctive features of mitochondria is that they have

  • Effects of Yeast Type and Environmental Factors on Kombucha Fermentation

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    Julianna, Winding
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    Kombucha is a fermented sweet tea beverage of Asian origin which has become popular in the West due to its distinct flavor and possible health benefits. Kombucha is fermented by inoculating sweet tea with yeast and bacteria until a pellicle, referred to as a SCOBY (symbiotic culture of bacteria and...
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    Dr. Christopher Curtin as well as Alyssa Thibodeau for all the time and effort they have put forth

  • The Effect of Instructional Technique on Perceived Musicality

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    Walchli, Ashley M.
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    Previous research has shown significant improvements in standard measurements of student learning in traditional classroom settings when constructivist instruction techniques are skillfully applied as opposed to its traditional counterpart, direct instruction. The purpose of this study is to apply the concept of constructivism in musical instruction. The working hypothesis is...
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    Christopher Chapman Previous research has shown significant improvements in standard measurements

  • Trouble on the High Seas: An Analysis of Congressional Speech Patterns regarding Sea Level Rise in the 115th Congress

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    Fuller, Joshua A.
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    When running for a political office, a candidate’s platform is important for the voter to understand what the that individual believes. Candidates do not always lay out a concrete platform and tend to stay away from salient issues, such as climate change and its effects, and run on platforms that...
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    :_____________________________________________________ Christopher Stout When running for a political office, a candidate’s platform is

  • The Effects of Movies on Political Opinions about Race

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    Nixon, Cara Y.
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    Harriet Beecher Stowe’s Uncle Tom’s Cabin is known for altering the social and political landscape of the United States during a particularly tumultuous, divided period. The novel, which tells the story of enslaved man Uncle Tom, had wide influence and was considered to help “lay the groundwork for the Civil...
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    Race. Abstract approved:_____________________________________________________ Christopher