In vitro digestion is the process of simulating digestion outside the body. In vitro digestion models are rapid, reproducible, and cost effective methods to research human digestion when trials in in vivo models are not suitable. In vitro digestion is conducted based on in vivo physiological factors such as pH,...
This thesis explores the relationship between uniform functionality, clothing fit, objectification, and ratings of personal and physical characteristics such as athleticism, intelligence, and capability. Participants (N = 129) evaluated 4 female dancers dressed in either revealing or non-revealing uniforms, then rated the dancers' personality, competence, physical and personal traits, and...
A numerical analysis was conducted upon a series of protostellar star-disk systems using a 1st order perturbation method to evaluate the self-gravitating coupling effects that a spatially resolved protostar core and its accretion disk have upon one another. The system’s geometric features were parameterized according to the inner and outer...
The theory of dark matter (DM) proposes that most of the universe’s mass does not interact with light. This paper explores various hypotheses regarding what DM could be, the examined candidates include axions, neutrinos, weakly interacting massive particles (WIMPs), and massive compact halo objects (MACHOs). Each candidate’s theoretical basis, experimental...
Research regarding communication of research based results and recommendations to parents of young children in a way that inspires meaningful action is limited. This project analyzes the responses of parents of kindergarten aged children in the School Readiness Study focus groups to a proposed Action Plan to support children’s learning...
The present study explores the topic of Multiracial Identity Development and how parents play an important role in the identity development of children. The role of parents becomes crucial for parents of Multiracial children as they transmit cultural values, beliefs, language, and practices. Although models of racial identity development exist,...
The 'Investigating the Relationship Between Social and Sustainable Bonds and Homelessness: A Comprehensive Dataset' provides an in-depth collection of data examining municipal bond issuances and homelessness statistics across various states in the United States. This dataset integrates detailed information on both sustainable and social bond issuances, including issuer names, states,...
Scientists have long recognized that bees and other insects respond to floral color, including ultraviolet (UV) floral patterns that are invisible to the human eye. While previous research has focused on isolating and capturing these UV markings in laboratory settings, methods that could be used in natural settings needed to...
Objective: In 2018, suicide was the leading cause of death for individuals between the ages of 10-24 in Oregon (OHA, 2019) and was the second leading cause of death for this age range in 2020 (OHA, 2021). In 2019, 12% of Black high school students reported a suicide attempt in...