Search Constraints

Start Over
Filtering by: Creator Webster, Michael Scott Remove constraint Creator: Webster, Michael Scott

Search Results

  • Factors affecting the dynamics and regulation of coral-reef fish populations

    Creator:
    Webster, Michael Scott
    Abstract:
    Ecologists have long questioned why fluctuating populations tend to persist rather than go extinct. Populations that persist indefinitely are regulated by mechanisms that cause demographic density dependence, which works to bound fluctuation above zero. In a series of studies, I have sought to determine the processes and mechanisms that regulate...
    Resource Type:
    Dissertation
    Full Text:
    AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Michael S. Webster for the degree

  • Michael Sandoval BRR Thesis.pdf

    Creator:
    Sandoval, Michael
    Abstract:
    Cancer is class of diseases that has great diversity and unfortunately is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. Chemotherapy remains an important cancer treatment modality, and superior chemotherapeutic drugs are constantly being sought. Gemcitabine is an anti-tumor chemotherapeutic drug and it is the first line...
    Full Text:
    From a Gemcitabine Prodrug Incorporated into Lecithin-Based Nanoparticles By Michael

  • The 1993, Scott Mills aftershock sequence : moment tensor inversion and joint hypocenter determination

    Creator:
    Schurr, Bernd D.
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
    Full Text:
    rarely met, I was fortunate to have him as an advisor. I am also grateful to Drs. Michael Lerner, Anne

  • Finite element modeling of gusset plate failure using OpenSees

    Creator:
    Walker, Andrew J.
    Abstract:
    The collapse of the I-35W Bridge in Minneapolis, MN in 2007 prompted an investigation into the design and inspection of the steel truss bridges. Further investigation into the collapse revealed that a gusset plate experienced sway buckling, causing the bridge failure. This bridge failure motivated research into the analysis and...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
    Full Text:
    Element Modeling of Gusset Plate Failure Using Opensees Abstract approved: Michael H. Scott

  • Response Sensitivity Formulations for Geometrically Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis

    Creator:
    Al-Aukaily, Alabbas
    Abstract:
    Significant amounts of uncertainty owing to both modeling decisions and inherent randomness are present in simulating the material and geometric nonlinear response of structural systems to extreme loading. Computing the sensitivity of structural response with respect to model parameters indicates which parameters have the largest affect on the response, which...
    Resource Type:
    Dissertation
    Full Text:
    Michael Scott, my research advisor, for his support and his guidance in this work. Without his support I

  • Bridge Model Parameter Sensitivity in Pushover and Nonlinear Time History Analysis

    Creator:
    Johnsohn, Karryn E.
    Abstract:
    The aim of this research is to understand and quantify the modeling differences between CSiBridge and OpenSees, and to determine sensitive model parameters. When designing bridges for the high seismic region of California, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) performs nonlinear time history analysis of their bridge models. For three-dimensional...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
    Full Text:
    Parameter Sensitivity in Pushover and Nonlinear Time History Analysis Abstract approved: Michael H. Scott

  • Key factors influencing checking in maple veneered decorative hardwood plywood

    Creator:
    Burnard, Michael D.
    Abstract:
    Face checking in decorative maple veneered plywood panels is a significant problem for hardwood plywood manufacturers, furniture makers, cabinetmakers, and consumers. Efforts made by panel producers and researchers to minimize checking conducted to-­‐date have been limited, and produced contradictory results. In this study the impact of four manufacturing factors believed...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis

  • Appendix III.pdf

    Creator:
    Harte, Michael, Campbell, Holly V., and Webster, Janet
    Abstract:
    This literature review completes the first of four research tasks that make up the research project “Identification of Outer Continental Shelf Renewable Energy Space- Use Conflicts and Analysis of Potential Mitigation Measures. The four tasks are: • Access to and understanding of relevant literature. The foundation for the development of...
    Full Text:
      http://www.vliz.be/imisdocs/publications/118829.pdf     7   Beck,  Michael  W.,  Ferdaña

  • Appendix II.pdf

    Creator:
    Harte, Michael, Campbell, Holly V., and Webster, Janet
    Abstract:
    This literature review completes the first of four research tasks that make up the research project “Identification of Outer Continental Shelf Renewable Energy Space- Use Conflicts and Analysis of Potential Mitigation Measures. The four tasks are: • Access to and understanding of relevant literature. The foundation for the development of...
    Full Text:
    -­‐making.       6   Beck,  Michael  W.,  Ferdaña,  Z.,  Kachmar,  J.,  Morrison

  • Patterns of age and growth in young-of-year rockfish, sebastes spp., along the Oregon coast

    Creator:
    Young, Thomas
    Abstract:
    Rockfish of the genus Sebastes are important components of Oregon reef communities. I examined patterns of age and growth in young-of-year rockfish across two nested spatial scales – local and regional – along the Oregon coast. Using otolith microstructural examination, I examined the relative importance of local versus regional factors...
    Resource Type:
    Honors College Thesis
    Full Text:
    . I am infinitely grateful to Dr. Michael Webster for his tireless advice, statistical expertise