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Flavor comparison of ultra high temperature processed milk heated by Ohmic heating and conventional methods

Creator:: He, Juan
Abstract:: Ultra high temperature (UHT) processing can extend shelf life of milk to several months without refrigeration, which is more convenient and energy saving than pasteurized milk. However, the poor acceptance caused by "cooked" flavors limits its marketing growth, especially in United States. Ohmic heating, which has a more uniform and...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: THE THESIS OF Juan He for the degree of Master of Science in Food Science and Technology presented

Reliable controller design for systems with transients

Creator:: Feng, Lei
Abstract:: Reliable controller designs have been developed in this thesis for a number of finite-horizon and infinite-horizon problems with possibly non-zero initial conditions. These reliable controllers assure that system stability and system performance will be maintained despite certain system faults. The performance measure used in this thesis is an "H[subscript ∞]-like...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Lei Feng for the degree of Master of Science in Electrical and Computer

State excise taxes and public choice : evidence from the U.S. brewing industry

Creator:: Feng, Hongrong
Abstract:: This paper presents a model of the determination of excise tax rates by studying the substantial variation in the state excise taxes in the U.S. brewing industry. Two approaches are used. First, assuming that the government is only interested in the public interest, a socially optimal tax rate is derived....
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . brewing industry AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Hongrong Feng for the degree of Master of Science in

The "Who" and "When" of Bad Bosses : Implicit Aggression and Resource Depletion as Interactive Predictors of Abusive Supervision and Supervisor Rudeness

Creator:: Qiu, Feng
Abstract:: To explore the possible causes of abusive supervision and rudeness, I used an interactive approach to test whether one domain of implicit personality (implicit aggression) and self-control resource depletion are interactive predictors. By using a sample of 83 students in a large public university in the North Western United States,...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Feng Qiu for the degree

Fine-grained detection and localization of objects in images

Creator:: Feng, Yaofei
Abstract:: Object recognition is a fundamental problem in computer vision. Recognition is required by many applications. This thesis presents a distance based approach to recognize objects. We are interested in objects that belong to very similar classes, where each class has large variations. This problem is called fine-grained object recognition. Given...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: document.dvi AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Yaofei Feng for the

Effect of dietary fiber level on the proximate composition and water-holding capacity of rabbit meat

Creator:: Wei, Shu-feng
Abstract:: The influence of alfalfa fiber level 28, 54 and 74% in diets on the proximate compositions, pH and water-holding capacity of raw and cooked rabbit meat were investigated. Preslaughter live weight, percent dress weight and percent abdominal fat of rabbits fed 54% alfalfa fiber diet were significantly higher and total...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Shu-Feng Wei for the degree of

Aroma-active compounds in 'Centennial', 'Citra' and 'Nelson Sauvin' hop varieties and their aroma contribution to dry-hopped beer

Creator:: Feng, Shi
Abstract:: The objectives of this study were to 1) measure and compare the compositional differences of essential oil among three hop cultivars ('Centennial’, 'Citra' and 'Nelson Sauvin'), 2) identify the odor-active aroma compounds in three varieties of hops and 3) investigate the behavior of hop-derived aroma compounds in beers prepared by...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
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Molecular Dynamics Study of structural Evolution, Tensile Deformation and Nanoindentation of Monatomic Metallic Glasses

Creator:: Chen, Fangzheng
Abstract:: Metallic glasses are attracting tremendous attention because of their fundamental significance and great potential to be used as structural or functional materials in engineering applications. Significant efforts have been devoted to studying their unique properties as well as their disordered nature. Metallic glasses possess much higher strength and elastic strain...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: always learn new things from him after our discussion. He is the one who led me into the world of

Oxygenate Reactions over PdCu and PdAg Catalysts: Influence of Electronic and Geometric Effects

Creator:: Bathena, Tanmayi
Abstract:: Bimetallic catalysis is a promising way to tune the catalytic properties of heterogeneous catalysts. In particular, bimetallic catalysts are extensively used to enhance the selectivity of monometallic catalysts in a variety of contexts, from oxidation catalysis to oxygenate coupling. In this work, we investigate PdxCuy/SiO2 and PdxAgy/SiO2 catalysts in the...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: project. He continually and convincingly conveyed a spirit of adventure regarding research and

Synthesis of Mg-MOF-74 thin film on optical support and its potential application in gas sensing

Creator:: Sun, Hao
Abstract:: Mg-MOF-74 is one type of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) that is widely known for its excellent CO2 uptake capacity. More intriguingly, it can be used to detect low levels of toxic gas such as CO2. Currently, most research into Mg-MOF-74 focuses on using the powder type as a CO2 absorbent because...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: my M.S. research. He has been supportive and understanding since the days I joined his lab. He

Growth, Characterization, and Application of Antimony Sulfide Thin Films via a Novel Microreactor Assisted Nanomaterial Deposition for Solid State Batteries

Creator:: Chun, Bryan H.
Abstract:: The continuous development of higher performing battery materials has emerged in parallel with the development of new manufacturing processes. Nanomaterials are one solution to addressing the cycling and performance challenges that limit existing battery cells. However, many of the methods used today for nanomaterial synthesis are high temperature batch methods...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: support to my research and the group. His openness and the collaborative group he leads was a privilege

Formation of Cu₂ZnSnS₄ Thin Films via Reactive Sintering of Binary Metal-Sulfide Nanoparticles Using Intense Pulsed Light

Creator:: Zeng, Cheng
Abstract:: Copper zinc tin sulfide (CZTS) is a potential solar material for thin film solar cells according to its suitable band gap in the visible light range, high absorption coefficient, low toxicity, good photostability and relative earth abundance of component elements. However, the production cost of this solar thin film material...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Yujuan He and Dr Zhongwei Gao for the help of scaanning electron microscope and transmission electron

Microbial Electrolysis Cells for the Production of Hydrogen Gas : Evaluation of Internal Resistance and Design for Scale-Up

Creator:: Miller, Andrew G.
Abstract:: Modification of microbial electrolysis cells (MECs) by altering the sizes of the anode and the cathode, or their interaction with the liquid stream affects the performance of the MEC, but it remains difficult to quantify how much each change will contribute to the overall performance. Through this study, a method...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Novel Interfacial Syntheses of Covalent Organic Frameworks

Creator:: Liu, Ziyan
Abstract:: Covalent organic frameworks (COFs) are an emerging type of microporous crystalline polymers connected by organic units via strong covalent bonds. Due to the well-defined crystalline structure and excellent chemical and thermal stabilities, COF materials are being considered as promising candidates in a variety of applications, such as gas adsorption, catalysis...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Feng, and Dr. Kaichang Li for their time and commitment to my MS defense presentation. For the

Molecular Dynamics Studies on The Glass Forming Ability and Icosahedral Clusters in Cu(100-x)Zrx (x=32, 34, 36, 38.2, 40 at%)

Creator:: Chang, Tzu-Yi
Abstract:: Metallic glasses (MGs) have attracted tremendous attention because of their unique properties and potential applications in the future industry. However, it is still a mystery for people to understand the formation mechanism of the bulk MGs (BMGs). To produce BMGs, the specific composition of materials, sufficiently high cooling rate, etc.,...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: work. He is very passion and kind on teaching. Even though he has had high achievements in science

Sliding Mode Control of Oscillating Water Column Wave Energy Converters

Creator:: Brown, Danielle R.
Abstract:: This thesis concerns the development of a direct torque control strategy using a sliding mode control approach to optimize the power output of an oscillating water column (OWC) wave energy converter (WEC). The OWC WEC is a device that has a submerged vertical tail tube open at both ends, which...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Duration and rate of the grain filling period and subsequent grain yield in crosses between facultative and winter wheat cultivars (Triticum aestivum L. em Thell)

Creator:: Mou, Beiquan
Abstract:: Concerns about the genetic control and environmental influence of various stages of development including the grain filling period, and the relationship between early maturity and grain yield prompted this study. The experimental material consisted of two facultative and two winter wheat cultivars. A dial!el cross, excluding reciprocals, was also developed...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: facultative types, AI Feng 2 and Selection CB 83-52, showed earlier heading, flowering and physiological

Plasma-induced modification of films containing polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)

Creator:: Jones, Hyrum E.
Abstract:: Polymer samples of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and a PTFE-glass weave (RF- 35P) are exposed to low pressure, non-equilibrium glow discharge plasmas for enhanced wettability as measured by static contact angles. Plasma treatments are performed in two parallel plate RF plasma systems, a downstream microwave plasma and a barrel etcher using feed...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: feed gases composed of H2, N2, Ar, He, and 02. Surface analysis of the topography and chemical

Change in some aspects of Chinese core values, 1978-1988

Creator:: Qi, Xiaoping
Abstract:: Great change has taken place in China during the past decade. As core values represent the most basic aspects of social life, change in some aspects of Chinese core values indicates that China is moving rapidly from being an agricultural society toward becoming a modern industrial society. China today can...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: encouragement throughout the long gestation of this thesis. He, more than anyone, is responsible for helping

Bildungsroman in contemporary black women's fiction

Creator:: Carey, Cecelia V.
Abstract:: Bildungsroman in Contemporary Black Women's Fiction is a study of Toni Morrison's The Bluest Eye and Alice Walker's The Color Purple. Both of these writers implement a newer version of the genre of Bildungsroman to reveal the complexities involved in coming of age for a young woman of color. Both...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: endless hours of childcare and moral support he provided so that I could have the freedom to work and

Decision-making Tool to Select Construction Contractors Based on Safety Performance

Creator:: Al-Saffar, Ola T.
Abstract:: The safety of workers in the construction industry is a big concern because of the high number of fatalities and injuries that occur in the industry. Selecting contractors based on safety performance can improve safety and reduce the risks of injuries. However, owners commonly choose contractors based on competitive bidding...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: (2017), Karakhan et al. (2018), Khalafallah et al. (2019), Feng and Trinh (2019), Liu et al. (2019

Behavioral thresholds in mixtures of sand and clay

Creator:: Simpson, Daniel Corder
Abstract:: Nearly all soils are comprised of mixtures of coarse and fine particles. Behavior under mechanical and thermal loading of soil is strongly influenced (and in some cases, governed) by the ratio of coarse to fine particles. A better understanding of the fundamental behavior of soil mixtures will provide insight to...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Evans enough. I am infinitely grateful for the support and insight he has provided to me along the

A Reversible Conversion Cathode – Convert Dual-ion Battery into Rocking-Chair Battery

Creator:: Wu, Che-Yu
Abstract:: In Dual-ion Batteries, anions as charge carriers might be a potential technique of energy storage. While fluoride anion has been selected as a promising charge carrier for energy storage due to its high charge/mass ratio and small ionic radius, carbonate anion has never been reported as a charge carrier for...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Cultural differences and business interaction : an analysis of conflicts between Chinese and American ways of life

Creator:: Chen, Yuejian, 1958-
Abstract:: This study uses an anthropological perspective to discuss the cultural differences between Chinese and Americans in business contexts. Through an analysis of case studies related by businesspersons involved in Sino-US trade, and by an analysis of literature on the subject, it describes how cultural differences contribute to the problems and...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: relationships with the 3 Chinese. It was suggested that cigarettes make a good present for men. He

Adaptive Wing Loss for Robust Face Alignment via Heatmap Regression

Creator:: Wang, Xinyao
Abstract:: Heatmap regression has became one of the mainstream approaches to localize facial landmarks. As Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) and Recurrent Neural Network (RNN) are becoming popular in solving computer vision tasks, extensive research has been done on these architectures. However, the loss function for heatmap regression is rarely studied. In...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: and encourage through- out this difficult work. He is one of the best advosors I have ever met

The influence on Manchu women of changes in social institutions and the sinification of Manchu Society

Creator:: Fang, Jin-cai
Abstract:: Gender relations as well as the social situation of Manchu women have long been ignored in studies of the cultural evolution of the Manchu. By setting the discussion of Manchu women in the context of cultural adaptation, this study reintroduces gender and women's problems into the research on the Manchu...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: a Manchu cider. I expressed my curiosity: "Cao Xueqin was kind of odd. He actually liked Feng Jie

The influence of worldview on second language acquisition : a study of the native English speakers acquiring the Chinese aspect marker -Le

Creator:: Yang, Li-qiong
Abstract:: Culture, thought worldview and language have been discussed for a long time in different fields from various perspectives. However, the basis of this study is the view of language as both the product and producer of people just as people are the producer and product of language. Each language requires...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . 4A. Ta chang-le yl xiaoshi le. 3sg sing-EXA one hour 5CRS S/He sang for an hour. Both suffix -le

Physicochemical properties of Alaska pollock surimi as affected by salinity and freeze-thaw cycles

Creator:: Kang, Ey Jung
Abstract:: The effects of the residual salt of surimi on biochemical and physical properties as affected by various freeze and thaw cycles were examined. Fresh Alaska pollock (Theragra chalcogramma) surimi was mixed with 4.0% sugar, and 5.0% sorbitol, along with eight combinations of salt (0.4, 0.6, 0.8, and 1.0 % NaCl)...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: strength. He also found that Mg2+-ATPase activity was an excellent index for assessing quality of surimi

Investigation of film forming properties of beta-chitosan from jumbo squid pens (Dosidicus gigas) and improvement of water solubility of beta-chitosan, Investigation of film forming properties of β-chitosan from jumbo squid pens (Dosidicus gigas) and improvement of water solubility of β-chitosan

Creator:: Chen, Jeremy L.
Abstract:: The objectives of this project were to investigate the critical factors impacting the physicochemical and antibacterial properties of β-chitosan based films derived from jumbo squid (Dosidicus gigas) pens, and to evaluate the feasibility of improving water solubility of β-chitosan through Maillard reaction. The studies examined the effect of molecular weight...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: others 2006; Feng and Xia 2011). However, a relatively higher cost and the use of synthetic chemical

Always talk to strangers

Creator:: Buck, C. Nathan
Abstract:: Always Talk to Strangers contains the first seven chapters to a novel. The novel focuses on the friendship between Amanda and Maria, two fourteen-year-old girls who are experiencing their last summer before high school in Madison, Wisconsin. Their friendship is a complicated one: Maria was kidnapped four years ago, the...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: the operating room. "Here," he says. "Can't you just feel them?" He's talking about the ghosts, but I

Nongenomic inhibition of oxytocin binding by progesterone in ovine uteri

Creator:: Dunlap, Kathrin Anson
Abstract:: Effects of progesterone (P₄) and mifepristone (RU 486) on binding of oxytocin (OT) to its ovine uterine receptor (OTR) were studied in two experiments. Two additional experiments were conducted to evaluate specific binding sites for P4 in endometrial plasma membranes. In Exp. 1, ovariectomized ewes were injected with estradiol-17β (E₂)...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
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Evaluation of amorphous oxide semiconductors for thin film transistors (TFTs) and resistive random access memory (RRAM) applications

Creator:: Rajachidambaram, Jaana Saranya
Abstract:: Thin-film transistors (TFTs) are primarily used as a switching element in liquid crystal displays. Currently, amorphous silicon is the dominant TFT technology for displays, but higher performance TFTs will become necessary to enable ultra-definition resolution high-frequency large-area displays. Amorphous zinc tin oxide (ZTO) TFTs were fabricated by RF magnetron sputter...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
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Efficacy of electrolyzed oxidizing water and ozonated water for microbialdecontamination of fresh strawberries (Fragaria x ananassa)

Creator:: Udompijitkul, Pathima
Abstract:: The objectives of this project were to evaluate the efficacies of electrolyzed oxidizing (EO) and ozonated waters as antimicrobial agents for enhancing the microbiological safety of fresh strawberries (Fragaria x ananassa). The influence of sodium chloride (NaCl) concentrations used for preparing EO water was evaluated on their bactericidal activities against...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . coli or commonly as pathogenic E. coli can cause disease in humans (Meng and others 2001; Feng and

Comminution of Fish Frame Byproduct: Impact on Constituent Solvent-Accessibility, Alkaline Protein Extraction, and Isoelectric Precipitation

Creator:: Gaspich, Bryan
Abstract:: The seafood industry has a problem of underutilization of harvested and processed fish. Up to 60% of the weight of the fish is considered a byproduct that is typically made into fishmeal for livestock and aquaculture feed, a low-value and non-food grade product. Two species that make up major fisheries...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: source and is considered an effective method due to retained quality and functionality (He et al., 2013

China and France in the Nineteenth Century

Creator:: Leggatt, Nick
Abstract:: In studying Western, especially French, imperialist action in China during the nineteenth century, this thesis argues that contemporary Sino-Western relations took various forms across various social strata on both sides, and the general terms used to classify them are erroneous: in effect, there was no "Chinese" response to "the West,"...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: revisionist view of Chinese-Western relations is Frank Dikiitter's when he writes, "Where was never a 'clash

Pacific Madrone Leaf Blight Detection with Unmanned Aerial Systems and Machine Learning

Creator:: Barker, Matthew I.
Abstract:: Ground-based assessments of foliar diseases including leaf blight are time-consuming and costly. We investigated the potential for using an unmanned aerial system (UAS) in conjunction with a multispectral sensor to determine whether we could more efficiently and reliably detect and quantify leaf blight in Pacific madrones. Our methods included ground-based...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: University. He has encouraged me in my academic efforts and patiently offered support and guidance as I

Physicochemical characteristics of fish myofibrillar and sarcoplasmic proteins treated at various pH conditions

Creator:: Kim, Young S.
Abstract:: Protein solubility of Pacific whiting muscle with isoelectric point at pH 5.5 was significantly affected by pH. The highest breaking force was measured from fish proteins treated at pH 11, while high deformation values were obtained at pH 2 and 11. Texture of gels made using the conventional method were...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: seafood, I could conduct experiments and generate data smoothly during my stay in Astoria. He also

Applying 2D Tensor Field Topology to Symmetric Stress Tensors

Creator:: Gao, Xiaofei
Abstract:: Tensor mathematics provides a powerful language to visualize and analyze physical phenomena. In the last three decades, tensors have been used in various application areas. The visualization and analysis of tensors fields have seen much advance, both in 2D and 3D. However, the physical interpretations of the topological analysis are...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Moreover, he presents the steps to get the equation and proves the equation. Dz3 +(C+2B)z2 +(2A−D)z−C = 0

Life Cycle Assessments for Wastewater Treatment and the Feasibility Study of Microbial Fuel Cell Technology

Creator:: Chien, Ku-Huan
Abstract:: The thesis documents research about combining the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit Program with the Impact 2002+ methodology to conduct a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) for wastewater treatment processes. The LCA for the operational phase of a local wastewater treatment plant was performed and the environmental impacts caused...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: obtained promising results. For example, X. Wang, Y. J. Feng and H. Lee in China used a single chamber

Spatial and Temporal Dynamics of Broad-scale Predictive Models : Influences of Scale

Creator:: Hooper, Samuel
Abstract:: Developing accurate predictive distribution models requires adequately representing relevant spatial and temporal scales, as these scales are ultimately reflective of the relationships between distributions and influential environmental conditions. In this research, we considered both spatial and temporal scale and the influence each has on predicting broad-scale distributions of two disparate...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: have worked with him, the more he has confirmed my initial impression. On top of his ability to turn

Spatiotemporal Phytohormone Distributions in Developing Pinot Noir Berries and the Effects of Two Viticulture Practices Thereon

Creator:: Schmidt, Joseph A.
Abstract:: In recent years, many studies have focused on the molecular and biochemical mechanisms regulating the development of wine grapes. The course of grape berry development is directed by genetic design and is mediated by phytohormones, which regulate grape berry growth and development by orchestrating a complex network of interacting genes,...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Perceptions of Senior Cohousing by Older Adults in China

Creator:: Song, Yujuan
Abstract:: The researcher investigated Chinese older adults’ (defined here as 50 and over) housing needs and evaluated their perceptions on senior cohousing. The main purposes of the project were to understand the basic and long term housing and elderly care demands of older adults; to identify desirable amenities and services in...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: nation as a whole (Cheng et al., 2010; Feng, Liu, Guan, & Mor, 2012). Along with housing challenges

Identifying the Parameters for Wheat Pollen Electroporation Transformation

Creator:: Liu, Jiang
Abstract:: Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) is one of the most important crops in the world. It has been and continues to be one of the main sources of food for humans and animals. Although traditional wheat breeding has contributed greatly to the improvement of wheat both in productivity and biotic/abiotic stress...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: was significantly higher than non-‐transformed lines. He et al. (2010

Efficacy of electrolyzed oxidizing (EO) water combined with UV-C light or gas exchange on sanitization of Jalapeno pepper using Serratia marcesens as surrogate for Salmonella

Creator:: Ekundayo, Olufunmilayo R.
Abstract:: Jalapeño peppers are usually consumed raw and fresh with minimal processing. They contain antioxidants and bioactive compounds which are of human health benefits. There have been an increasing number of reports of foodborne outbreaks attributed to inaccessibility of sanitizers to Salmonella , E.coli and Listeria monocytogenes when embedded in fruit...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Feng, Freddie Lemuz-Munoz and Jeff Goby and fellow FSTers for their advice and support. A special

Comparing Sediment Microbial Communities of Arctic Beaver Ponds to Tundra Lakes and Streams

Creator:: Shannon, Kelly
Abstract:: In recent decades the habitat of North American beaver (Castor canadensis) has expanded from boreal forests into pan-Arctic tundra ecosystems. It is unknown how the advance of beavers into Arctic watersheds will impact microbial communities responsible for the mineralization of organic matter (OM), which has implications for carbon cycling. To...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: dictated by the microbial community response to thaw (Feng et al., 2020). Communities of bacteria and

Vegetation as Impacted by Soil Characteristics and Moisture in a Conservation Wetland, Willamette Valley, OR

Creator:: Aslan, Fevziye
Abstract:: Wetland degradation has negative influences on wetland functions and services. The understanding of wetland functions requires the intersection of two science disciplines, ecohydrology and plant physiology for a correct approach on wetland restoration and management. Although studies assessing ecohydrological relationships to protect wetlands are relatively common, studies evaluating both ecohydrological...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: able to complete my thesis without his presence, scientific perspectives and knowledge. He has been

Parental beliefs and practices : influences of parenting in Latino/a and Caucasian children's behavioral regulation

Creator:: Diaz, Guadalupe
Abstract:: The transition to kindergarten can be challenging for many children who do not have the necessary skills to meet the demands of classroom settings such as paying attention, remembering instructions, and demonstrating self-control. Children who lack the necessary behavioral regulation skills to meet the demands in the classroom environment are...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Changing Storms and Snowpack Fate in the Western United States

Creator:: Hu, Jyun-Yi Michelle
Abstract:: Cold-season storms are responsible for generating most of the snow that accumulates in mountainous watersheds across the western United States, but with overwhelming evidence of warming temperature trends, this seasonal snowpack is at risk for melt, The vast majority of snow trend studies utilize undifferentiated air temperature records – these...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: ., 2005; Mote et al., 2005; Regonda et al., 2005; Howat and Tulaczyk, 2005; Feng and Hu, 2007; Pierce et

Multiprocessor computers with replicated shared memory

Creator:: Easterday, John L.
Abstract:: Multiprocessor computers may eventually be the only method of increasing computer throughout. One of the major problems with multiprocessor computers is the interference or contention between processors when accessing a shared resource. This work describes the design, construction, and analysis of a prototype multiprocessor computer utilizing a replicated shared memory...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Interconnection Networks In a survey article by Feng (13), interconnection networks are divided into two general

Learning Topical Social Media Sensors for Twitter

Creator:: Iman, Zahra
Abstract:: Social media sources such as Twitter represent a massively distributed social sensor over diverse topics ranging from social and political events to entertainment and sports news. However, due to the overwhelming volume of content, it can be difﬁcult to identify novel and signiﬁcant content within a broad topic in a...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Numerical and Analytical Evaluation of Residual Stresses in Deep Rolling

Creator:: Nelson, Dallas
Abstract:: Deep rolling is a surface finishing technique that is widely used in several industries, specifically aerospace and automotive. Extending fatigue life by inducing compressive residual stresses at and below the deep rolled surface has been the primary driving force behind this newfound popularity. Understanding the development of the residual stresses...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Large-Area Nanoplasmonic Structures for Enhanced Fluorescence-Based Biosensing

Creator:: Wang, Yi-Chieh
Abstract:: An innovative silver nano-dimple arrays (Ag DAs)-integrated microfluidic device was developed to achieve highly sensitive fluorescence-based nucleic acid detection. The Ag DAs were utilized to produce surface plasmon resonance (SPR) for strong fluorescence enhancement. We systematically investigated the plasmon-enhanced fluorescence by controlling the nanostructure dimension of the Ag DA substrate....
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: problems and providing me thoughtful suggestions. The strong scientific foundation that he has given me

The Effects of Road Noise on Pacific Chorus Frog Communication

Creator:: Nelson, Danielle V.
Abstract:: Amphibians are experiencing global population declines and are one of the most threatened groups of vertebrates. This can be attributed to multiple environmental stressors such as habitat loss, disease, invasive species, and climate change. For vocal amphibian species, loss of acoustic habitat due to anthropogenic noise may be yet another...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

The Role of Tumor-Derived Exosomes in the Development of Carboplatin Resistance in Canine Osteosarcoma

Creator:: Weinman, Marcus
Abstract:: Many humans and canines alike suffer from osteosarcoma, which is often metastatic, resistant to chemotherapy, and frequently fatal. The mechanisms through which osteosarcoma cells acquire resistance to chemotherapy are not entirely understood, and the role of exosomes as intercellular mediators of this resistance in osteosarcoma is unknown. Using established canine...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Composition of Pinot noir Wines Produced from Different Crop Levels

Creator:: Li, Jingwen
Abstract:: The production of high-quality wine is an important target for wineries worldwide, and low crop level (yield) has been one vineyard management criterion long believed to achieve wine quality. Low yields are most often achieved by removing clusters from the grapevine. Some studies show that cluster thinning can enhance grape...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Thanks to Ludwig Ring, Quintin M Ferraris, Yueqi An, Mengying Fu, Estefania Abarca, Fei He and Xiaoxi

Characterizing On-Chip Traffic Patterns in Throughput Processors: A Deep Learning Approach

Creator:: Ramamurthy, Abhishek
Abstract:: The machine learning and deep learning models have been very lightly explored in analyzing the behavior of On-Chip network traffic. These models have proven their potential in pattern recognition, classification etc... In this paper we analyze the spatial pattern that each workload exhibits in its life cycle during execution. We...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: guidance when I had any question related to research or writing. He consistently allowed this paper to be

A 1-m W, 14-bit [sigma] [delta] A/D converter with 10-KHz conversion rate

Creator:: Gupta, Shivani
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: modulator is, H(z) H1 E(z),Y(z) = ( ) E( H x (z) HE (z) where Hx(z) is the signal transfer function and

Approaches to The Optimization of Honey-Based Fermentations

Creator:: Kartik, Kritika
Abstract:: The fermentation of honey-based musts has been a feature of civilization for millennia. Typically comprised of 75-90% (w/w) simple (i.e. fermentable) sugars, the glucose and fructose present are readily fermented by either pitched or adventitious micro-organisms. Nevertheless, despite its venerable heritage, honey-based fermentations are prone to inconsistency, and it is...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: and Schramm (1995) advise that he addition of spices and other ingredients used to flavor the mead

Land and water values in Klamath County, Oregon : application of Hedonic Price Modeling

Creator:: Heffner, James
Abstract:: The West is undergoing a period of change where water rights, range rights, and other attributes historically attached to land, are being reevaluated. To date, not all of these relationships have been hammered out or confirmed to exist. One such example of this is Klamath County, Oregon. Here we see...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Cooling rate limitations in the diffusion bonding of large microchannel arrays

Creator:: Lingam, Gopi K.
Abstract:: A significant barrier to the diffusion bonding of large (i.e. 600 mm) microchannel devices is the large capital investment required to setup production. This large capital investment extends from long heating and cooling cycles leading to poor production capacities. Empirical studies in industry have shown that cooling rate is limited...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Brian K. Paul for his continual support, guidance and advice he gave me during my graduate study. I

A Graph Grammar Representation of Metal-Organic Frameworks for Computational Synthesis and Exploration

Creator:: Geringer, Mark K.
Abstract:: In this work, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are computationally represented, generated, and evaluated. The organic linker molecules are represented as graphs and use graph grammars where the atoms are represented by nodes and the bonds are represented by arcs. The grammar rules that dictate the graph generation process work on the...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Had he not reached out to me about joining this project 15 months ago, I would not be here writing

AI, Robot: A Rhetorical Analysis of Jeopardy! Matches Featuring IBM’s Artificial Intelligence

Creator:: Steele, Evan T.
Abstract:: The relationship between the public and new technologies has historically been a tumultuous one, with public perceptions ranging from excited rapid adoption to standoffish pessimism. In 2011, IBM tried to use competition as a means of showcasing a new technology to the public. This thesis is a work of rhetorical...
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Synthesis, surface treatment, and characterization of copper indium sulfide quantum dots

Creator:: Alemu, Yagenetfere A.
Abstract:: The need for less toxic quantum dots (QDs) has led to a significant number of investigations related to copper indium sulfide (CIS) QDs. Lower toxicity and broad band absorbance width makes CIS QDs appealing for light emitting diodes (LEDs), lasers, sensors, bio-imaging, solar cells, and computing. The optical and electronic...
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An Agent-based Evacuation Modeling of Underground Fire Emergency

Creator:: Xu, Yue
Abstract:: Increasingly congested surface transportation network in urban areas and grow-ing land values make underground transportation systems more attractive for high-ways (i.e., tunnels) and metro system compared to other options [1]. An underground transportation system can preserve the land above for recreational parks, commer-cial buildings, residential homes, or other purposes while...
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Accuracy Evaluation of Real-Time GNSS Survey Observations

Creator:: Allahyari, Mahsa
Abstract:: Real time networks (RTNs) have become popular for Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) surveys because highly accurate positions can be derived in seconds to minutes compared to hours as required with static sessions. To evaluate the accuracy of these shorter-duration, RTN GNSS observations and their potential for use as a...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
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Measuring and Correcting the Electrical Resistivity of Concrete Pore Solution in Fresh Mixtures

Creator:: Biever, Joseph H.
Abstract:: A vital aspect of concrete construction is quality assurance and control (QA/QC). Engineered structures must meet pre-determined and agreed-upon strength and durability requirements. Concrete falls into a specific category of infrastructure material because in most cases, these strength and durability requirements cannot be found until the material has at least...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
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Survival of Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella spp., and Staphylococcus aureus in raw yellowfin tuna during refrigerated and frozen storage

Creator:: Mou, Jing
Abstract:: The consumption of seafood in the United States has increased rapidly in recent years due to high quality protein and health benefits of seafood. Seafood can be a carrier for bacteria normally distributed in the marine environment and, in some cases, can be contaminated by human pathogens. Therefore, there is...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Breeding, Production, and Morphophysiology Among Cytotypes of Common and Portuguese Cherrylaurel

Creator:: Schulze, Justin A.
Abstract:: The common cherrylaurel (Prunus laurocerasus) and Portuguese cherrylaurel (P. lusitanica) are economically important landscape shrubs across the United States. To gain a better understanding of physiology and morphology in these higher level polyploids (P. lusitanica, 2n = 8x; P. laurocerasus, 2n =22x), a variety of breeding experiments were performed. The...
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Development of volatile composition and C₁₃-norisoprenoid precursors in Pinot noir grape, Development of volatile composition and C13-norisoprenoid precursors in Pinot noir grape

Creator:: Yuan, Fang
Abstract:: This study first investigated the developmental changes in the volatile composition and carotenoids of Pinot noir grapes. Grape berries were sampled every week from pea size to harvest during the 2011 and 2012 season. Carotenoids and organic acids were analyzed by HPLC. Volatile compounds were extracted from crushed berries using...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
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The effects of gypsum on infiltration and surface properties of some western Oregon soils

Creator:: Pronold, Michael Joseph
Abstract:: The effects of broadcast gypsum on infiltration rates, crusting, aggregate stability, and runoff and sediment yields were analyzed during the winter months on three West Oregon soils. The results were used to evaluate its utility as a management tool to help control erosion. An application rate of two metric tons...
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Cannabidiol Effects on NMDA and AMPA Receptor Activity and Cognitive Function at a High Dose in 5xFAD Mice

Creator:: Sackinger, Emily P.
Abstract:: Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) is an abnormal part of aging that mainly affects those over the age of 65. The current therapies are only FDA approved for mild to moderate AD symptoms. Cannabidiol (CBD) is a non-intoxicating constituent of Cannabis sativa that has been shown to have beneficial effects on cancer,...
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Effects of pollen collected by honey bees from pollination dependent agricultural cropping systems on honey bee nutrition

Creator:: Topitzhofer, Ellen
Abstract:: Managed honey bee (Apis mellifera L.) colonies are important pollinators of many cultivated crops. Honey bee colony declines averaging 30% annually in the United States for the past 7 years have caused significant concern and hence have been a topic of intensive investigation. These declines are reportedly due to multiple...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
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Evaluating Field Production Issues by Investigating Grain Dormancy and Plant Segregation Patterns in Soft White Winter Wheat

Creator:: McCarthy, Christy A.
Abstract:: Wheat (Triticum aestivum) is a highly valuable crop that makes up a large portion of the world’s food. However, breeding for improved varieties with desirable characteristics can be a challenge. This research examined two different issues wheat breeders deal with throughout the selection process all the way to production of...
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Decentralized Multi-Robot Exploration with Sparse Communication through Deep Imitation Learning

Creator:: Senewiratne, Yomal K.
Abstract:: We present a method for decentralized, multi-robot exploration in adverse environments where communication is minimal. A key conceptual feature of our method is enabling implicit coordination between robots by training a Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) as a heuristic for planning using Monte Carlo Tree Search (MCTS). Our method consists of...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Indoor free-space optical communication enhanced by dynamic optical beam control

Creator:: Trotter, Cade W.
Abstract:: This work expands the field of indoor free-space optical communication by introducing novel techniques in short range optical communication. The increasing need for high bandwidth communication necessitates the transition to optical frequencies with hundreds of terahertz worth of unregulated bandwidth. Optical communication offers an inherent security advantage over traditional communications...
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The Influence of Stormwater Water Quality on the Adsorption of Copper and Zinc onto Five Different Sorbents

Creator:: Kanalos, Casey A.
Abstract:: Best Management Practices (BMP) are widely used as a method for stormwater volume control in urban areas to prevent an overload of water on receiving water bodies and treatment facilities. BMPs ability to treat stormwater has gone under critical review in the last few decades, and their performance varies both...
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Classifying and Synthesizing 3D Shapes of Objects using Deep Neural Networks

Creator:: Xu, Xu
Abstract:: Reasoning about 3D shape of objects is important for successful computer visionapplications in robotics, 3D rendering and modeling. In this thesis, we address twoproblems { First, given an image, we generate 3D shape of the foreground object thatappears in the image. Second, we predict the class label of the input...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
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Graph Imitation Learning for Optimal Joint Beamforming and Antenna Selection

Creator:: Shrestha, Sagar
Abstract:: Transmit beamforming is an important technique employed to improve efficiency and signal quality in wireless communication systems by steering signals towards their in- tended users. It often arises jointly with the antenna selection problem due to various reasons, such as limited number of radio frequency (RF) chains and energy/resource effi-...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Synergistic Effects of Alkali Silica Reaction (ASR) and Fly Ash on the Corrosion Characteristics of Reinforced Concrete Systems

Creator:: Mazarei, Vandad
Abstract:: Alkali silica reaction (ASR) and corrosion of reinforcement are two deterioration mechanisms in reinforced concrete (RC) structures. These deterioration mechanisms can significantly damage a RC structure and reduce its service life. Supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) are commonly used to improve the durability of RC systems containing reactive aggregate that are...
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Metabolic uncoupling of Shewanella oneidensis MR-1, under the presence of excess substrate and 3,3’,4’,5 tetrachlorosalicylanilide

Creator:: Saini, Gaurav
Abstract:: Dissociation between catabolism and anabolism, generically termed “metabolic uncoupling”, has been studied for aerobic cultures of Shewanella oneidensis MR-1. Under conditions promoting metabolic uncoupling, the cell yield diminishes while the substrate utilization rate remains largely unchanged. The effects of excess substrate conditions and TCS addition on the metabolism of pyruvate...
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Buffering Estuarine Sediments Against Acidification

Creator:: Myers, Tristen J.
Abstract:: Globally rising anthropogenic CO₂ emissions have resulted in the increased prevalence of ocean acidification (OA) which has the potential to impact shell-forming organisms. On geologic timescales, the largest contributor to atmospheric CO₂ was volcanoes, counterbalanced by weathering and erosion, but due to increased anthropogenic emissions, these processes alone can no...
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Fabrication and characterization of thin-film electromagnetic coils and heaters for microchannel applications

Creator:: Dehuff, Nicole L.
Abstract:: The focus of this thesis involves developing general fabrication processes relevant to the manufacture of two new devices for the Microscale technology Energy and Chemical Systems (MECS) program at Oregon State University. The two MECS devices developed, capture dots and transparent thin-film heaters (TTFHs), require unique process development for successful...
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Genome Resource Development for Advancement of Corylus avellana Breeding

Creator:: Talbot, Samuel Corcoran
Abstract:: The European hazelnut (Corylus avellana L.) is a tree nut crop that is important in Oregon, which produces 99% of the United States’ hazelnuts but only 5% of the world’s supply. In order to maintain this market share, farmers in Oregon need cultivars that produce high quality nuts, mature early,...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

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

Enzyme Supplementation of Broiler Chicken Diets Containing Whole Flax Seed as a Means to Increase n-3 Fatty Acids in Human Diets

Creator:: Apperson, K. Denise
Abstract:: Flax seed is a rich source of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). Feeding broiler birds flax seed can increase n-3 fatty acids (FA) in meat tissues and can increase human intake of n-3 FA. However, non-starch polysaccharides (NSP) in flax seed decrease digestibility of lipids and proteins and have a negative impact...
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Genetic factors that provide adult plant resistance against Puccinia striiformis f. sp. tritici to wheat cultivar 'Stephens' in a multilocation analysis.

Creator:: Vazquez, Maria Dolores
Abstract:: Stripe rust (Puccinia striiformis f. sp. tritici) has been receiving increased attention in the USA since the appearance of more virulent races detected in the past decade. These races caused yield losses even in areas where the disease previously was rarely detected. Host plant resistance is the most cost effective...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Transformation of Phenanthrene by Mycobacterium sp. ELW1 and the Formation of Toxic Metabolites

Creator:: Schrlau, Jill E.
Abstract:: The ability of Mycobacterium sp. ELW1, a novel microbe capable of alkene oxidation, to co-metabolize phenanthrene (PHE) was studied. ELW1 was able to completely co-metabolize PHE, at different concentrations below its water solubility limit, in an aqueous environment. The alkene monooxygenases in ELW1, used to initiate oxidation of PHE, were...
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An investigation of the nucleophilic substitution of the chlorosubstituted pyrimidines

Creator:: Nazeeri, Makeen Ahsan
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

A model for the prediction of biologically mediated reductive dechlorination pathways

Creator:: Cozza, Cynthia L.
Abstract:: The environment has been exposed to a number of hazardous chlorinated organic compounds. These compounds may be anaerobically biotransformed by sequential reductive dechlorination reactions in which the chlorine atoms are replaced with hydrogen atoms. Because reductive dechlorination processes may occur very slowly in the environment and chlorine position affects the...
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Coevolution and transfer learning in a point-to-point fleet coordination problem

Creator:: Yliniemi, Logan Michael
Abstract:: In this work we present a multiagent Fleet Coordination Problem (FCP). In this formulation, agents seek to minimize the fuel consumed to complete all deliveries while maintaining acceptable on-time delivery performance. Individual vehicles must both (i) bid on the rights to deliver a load of goods from origin to destination...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Effect of dietary fluoride on selenite toxicity in the rat

Creator:: Yu, Qing, 1966-
Abstract:: Two factorial experiments were conducted to determine if high dietary fluoride would inhibit selenite toxicity in rats. In each study, two levels of selenite (0.05 and 5 mg/kg diet) were matched against two levels of fluoride (1 and 150 mg/kg diet) for either 6 or 8 weeks. Fluoride failed to...
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Climbing the mountain within : understanding development impacts and overcoming change in rural southwest China

Creator:: Clark, Marco
Abstract:: Development in China over the last thirty years has emphasized infrastructural and economic advancement. Despite enormous gains in living standards in the industrialized eastern provinces, much of China's interior and western provinces remain relatively underdeveloped. Populated mostly by ethnic minorities, the southwest province of Yunnan (meaning south of the clouds)...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
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An Exploration of the Ecological and Geographical Variability of Rhizopus microsporus Clinical and Environmental Isolates

Creator:: Stairs, Brandon S.
Abstract:: Rhizopus microsporus is a globally ubiquitous opportunistic human and plant pathogen that is known to harbor endosymbiotic bacteria. Differences between populations of clinical and environmental R. microsporus isolates have yet to be assessed on a global scale. Whole-genome sequence data were used to explore fungal biology and to assess potential...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
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Journey to the Center of GW170817: Bayesian parameter estimation of outflows from binary neutron star mergers

Creator:: Rodriguez, Isabel J.
Abstract:: The discovery of GW170817 provided the first empirical evidence that merging binary neutron star systems are both progenitors of short gamma-ray bursts, as well as the primary sites of the nucleosynthetic rapid-neutron capture process. Initially detected as gravitational wave (GW) and gamma-ray burst (GRB) triggers, GW170817 was well-localized and follow-up...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
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Effect of Regulated Deficit Irrigation on Malbec and Syrah Grape and Wine Quality

Creator:: Yuan, Xiaoxi
Abstract:: The water status of grape vine throughout the growing season is a primary determinant of vine vigor and berry composition. The concentrations of volatile compounds and precursors in grape berries are highly influenced by viticultural practices. Imposing a water deficit on the vine during berry development is an important vineyard...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Zhang, Nuosi Lin, Pengtao Zhao, Qin Zhou, Fei He, Xiaoyu Wang, Zhiyuan Ren, Mengying Fu and Jingwen

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

Creator:: Flatt, Tomena M.
Abstract:: 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...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: briefly thank Corrina Ward and Dr. Robert Iltis, may he rest in peace, as both of you significantly

Additive Manufacturing of Austenitic Oxide Dispersion Strengthened Alloy Using Powder Feedstock Gas-atomized with Elemental Yttrium via Laser Directed Energy Deposition

Creator:: Yang, Seongun
Abstract:: This study investigates the microstructure and mechanical properties of an austenitic Oxide Dispersion Strengthened (ODS) steel produced by the Laser Directed Energy Deposition (LDED) process using powder feedstock atomized with elemental yttrium. The Microstructure of the samples was characterized by electron microscopy, and mechanical properties were measured using a tensile...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Texting and driving : how the media shapes attitudes, behaviors, and information-seeking strategies

Creator:: Saracco, Stephanie
Abstract:: According to the Center for Disease Control, 7-in-10 people use their smartphones while driving. This includes behaviors such as sending or reading text messages or emails, taking photos, or using social media. Despite its prevalence amongst drivers, using one’s phone while driving is considered one of the worst types of...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
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Illuminating Patterns in Dark Microbial Matter: Diversity and Distribution of Fungi and Actinobacteria in Deep-sea Methane Seep Sediments

Creator:: Ardor Bellucci, Lila
Abstract:: Fungi and Actinobacteria are essential actors in global biogeochemical cycles of carbon and nutrients, and have both been recently appreciated for their roles in marine ecosystems. However, the diversity and distribution of these ubiquitous, but low-abundance microbes in deep-sea habitats remains poorly understood, particularly in chemosynthetic habitats such as methane...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
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An adaptive pitch axis autopilot design for an unstable nonminimum phase pitch axis model

Creator:: Chen, Long Ren
Abstract:: An adaptive pitch axis autopilot design procedure is presented. The design procedure is applicable to both stable and unstable pitch axis models and to those having nonminimum phase. The design approach assumes the adaptive autopilot is activated after achieving level flight. It is shown a rate-feedback compensator can be designed...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
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