This collection contains theses, dissertations, problem reports, and project reports (ETDs) from West Virginia University graduate students.
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Theses/Dissertations from 2006
The effect of student self -described learning styles within two models of teaching in an introductory data mining course, Matthew A. North
Field perceptions of the Vision Initiative for Children's preschool vision screening training model, P. Kay Nottingham Chaplin
Productivity index of multilateral wells, Upender Naik Nunsavathu
Inventory models for production systems with constant/linear demand, time value of money, and perishable/non-perishable items, Karen N. Oganezov
The effects of interactive video (DDR) on heart rate, perceived exertion, step count, self -efficacy, and enjoyment in elementary school children, Barbara J. Olmsted
Carbon fiber reinforced latex modified concrete for bridge deck overlays, Dony Cherian Oommen
"Mirror worlds": Transpacific inspiration and mimetic rivalry in American and East Asian literature, 1945-2005., Matthew J. Packer
Cytosolic phospholipases A2 (cPLA2: Izoenzyme expression and regulation in a human breast cancer cell model., Maricica Pacurari
Use of data mining for investigation of crime patterns, Manoday D. Padhye
A new reduced order model for solid oxide fuel cells, Suryanarayana Raju Pakalapati
Regulation of polymeric immunoglobulin receptor by reovirus in intestinal epithelial cells, Kasturi Pal
Studies to investigate variables affecting coating uniformity in a pan coating device, Preetanshu Pandey
An in vivo and in vitro study of a new orthodontic bonding agent, Meredith S. Parks
American Standard, John A. Pascarella
Analysis of photonic crystal defects for biosensing applications, Naveen Kumar Paturi
Health -related quality of life in multiple sclerosis: Measurement, predictors and utilization in routine clinical practice, Vivek S. Pawar
A study of the concept of interactivity as it applies to online newspapers, Bradley Thomas Pedersen
Cerulean warbler selection of forest canopy gaps, Kelly A. Perkins
A geostatistical calculation of the Coal Mine Roof Rating, Matthew A. Petrovich
The extrinsic apoptotic pathway in aged skeletal muscle: Roles of tumor necrosis factor-alpha and interleukin-15, Emidio E. Pistilli
fMRI studies of binocular suppression in human amblyopic subjects, Yuenan Sun Pitrolo
Democracies and foreign policy, conflict or cooperation? The leadership /institutions nexus., David J. Plazek
Software application for emergency responders, SAFER 2.0, Saritha Reddy Potula
Women's livelihood strategies in diverse contexts: Constructing feminist topographies in Appalachia and South Africa, Amy Danielle Pratt
Classification of dental x-ray images, Usman Qureshi
A model of stabilizer roll bearing for a continuous hot-dip galvanizing line, Vishnu V. Rachamalla
Cooperative diversity using MIMO systems, Ramachandran Rajagopalan
Optical-based ATR algorithms for applications in swarmed UAVs, Vasavi Rangammagari
Thermal stress in concrete slabs under different constraints, Dhananjay Rao Hejamadi
Development of microfluidic devices for proteomics, Trust T. Razunguzwa
Evaluation of current and early production electronically controlled heavy-duty diesel engine emissions based on fuel property differences, Varakala Shashidhar Reddy
High frequencies of HIV-1 recombination and the evolutionary potential of a hybrid retrovirus, Terence D. Rhodes
Detection and analysis of deck cracks in a long span empirically designed bridge deck through embedded sensory systems, Mourad Y. Riad
Aqueous geochemistry of springs along Peters Mountain in Monroe County, West Virginia., Brian G. Richards
Effects of environmental factors on the paternal brood pouch and sound production in two sympatric pipefish species from the Chincoteague Bay, Virginia, Jennifer L. Ripley
Soluble metals of residual oil fly ash alter pulmonary host defense in rats, Jenny Renee Roberts
Navigating the ethical quandaries of wraparound multi -systemic treatment (MST): A comparative study between in -home and outpatient therapies, Joseph M. Roberts
Tumor necrosis factor-alpha production induced by peptidoglycan-polysaccharide in early pregnant ewes, Gabrielle Marie Rogers
Analysis of the West Virginia Child Abuse and Neglect 2005 Court Improvement Program's re-evaluation, Kathryn Alexandra Rood
Der Opheliakult und seine Entwicklung in der europaeischen Kunst und Literatur., Miriam Roth
Express risk assessment for the dispersion of aerosols in an urban environment using probabilistic implicit tracking, Steven Lee Rowan
Machine vision applications in UAVs for autonomous aerial refueling and runway detection, Larry W. Rowe II
Three essays on IPO, liquidity, and corporate governance, Saurav Roychoudhury
A comprehensive analysis of the determinants of state Medicaid prescription drug expenditures, Sanjoy Roy
An evaluation of current West Virginia specifications and construction methods regarding the density of hot mix asphalt, Andrew Rudolph
Understanding political ecologies of land use change using household surveys in Mankweng, South Africa, Joshua Edward Rutkowski
Suggestibility in an adolescent and young adult sample: Age and individual differences, Rebecca G. Ryan
Three essays on international trade: Strategic trade policies, intra-industry trade, and income convergence, Aziz Ibrahim Saglam
Evaluation of sterling silver as a contacting material for the cathode chamber of the solid-oxide fuel cell, John Sakacsi
Object-oriented shipboard electric power system library, Ram Praveen Saladi
Effects of pesticide exposure on the humoral immune response following Streptococcus pneumoniae vaccination, Keith Douglas Salazar
Evaluation and performance prediction of multimodal biometric systems, Nevena Samoska
Alumina waveguide characterization and SPARROW biosensor modeling, Pavan Kumar Samudrala
Projection of truck traffic volumes at interstate permanent automatic traffic recorders, Alex M. Sanchez
Error resilient transmission of three-dimensional DCT coded video., Supriya Dilip Sawant
So Much for Loving and other essays, Jillian Schedneck
Composite suspension member analysis, Bruce M. Schlicker
The framing effect and breast cancer treatment options: Do individual characteristics play a role?, Kelly L. Schuller
Fracture pattern characterization of the Tensleep Formation, Teapot Dome, Wyoming, Bryan C. Schwartz
The complexity of a hybrid life: Female immigrants in France and Germany in search of their own identity, Anneke V. Seynnaeve
A work-based window method for calculating in-use brake-specific oxides of nitrogen emissions of heavy -duty diesel engines, Benjamin C. Shade
Enhanced iris recognition: Algorithms for segmentation, matching and synthesis, Samir Shah
Web-based tool for software architecture metrics, Israr Pasha Shaik
Solution techniques for a crane sequencing problem, Jin Shang
Microstructure modeling and finite element analysis of particulate reinforced metal matrix composites, Praveen Shankaranarayana
Bimetallic carbides as catalysts for dry reforming and steam reforming, Huifang Shao
An interpolation method for stream habitat assessments with reference to the crystal darter, Kenneth Richard Sheehan
The effects of social bond and neutralization on juvenile drug usage, Adam Shields
Magnetic and structural properties of nanoparticles of nickel oxide, Hyunja (Jenny) Shim
Web-based forensic information management system, Parmjit Singh
Effects of diameter and cross-sectional partitioning on active noise control in round ducts, Jeremy Michael Slagley
Nesting ecology, chick survival, and juvenile dispersal of Ruffed Grouse (Bonasa umbellus) in the Appalachian Mountains, Brian W. Smith
Study of the dynamic behavior of tablet movement in a rotating drum using discrete element modeling (DEM) method, Yongxin Song
Religiousness, spirituality, and emotional salience in decision-making processes and outcomes, Loriann Sonntag
Shoes first: The process of designing costumes for Shakespeare's "Measure for Measure"., Lesley Sorenson
Comparison of the obturation density of Resilonâ„¢ using cold lateral condensation and varying continuous wave of condensation techniques., Rodney George Southern
The effects of prolonged prophylactic ankle bracing on dynamic postural control, Brinn M. Spencer
Effects of social support and heterosexism on the psychological well-being of diverse adults, S. Melinda Spencer
The impact of reservoir properties on mixing of inert cushion and natural gas in storage reservoirs, Balaji S. Srinivasan
Anonymous source usage in traditional and public journalism during 2004 election campaign: A content analysis study, Jayendran Srinivasan
A reexamination of the distributive politics model and the allocation of federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) dollars, Howard A. Stern
College dating and social anxiety: Using the Internet as a means of connecting to others, Sarah B. Stevens
The dissolution and swelling of bituminous coal in N-methyl-pyrrolidone, Joseph M. Stoffa
The five song cycles for voice and piano by Benjamin Britten written specifically for Peter Pears: The effect of their relationship, Robert Strauss
Quantifying effects of vehicle weight and terrain on emissions, fuel economy, and engine behavior, Corey M. Strimer
Adolescent religiosity and conformity to parents: Is sex a moderator?, Rebecca Kim Summers
Signaling pathways involved in regulation of glucose -6 -phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) by arachidonic acid, Indrani Talukdar
Analysis of the mechanisms mediating the regulation of acetyl -CoA carboxylase transcription by the liver X receptor and chenodeoxycholic acid, Saswata Talukdar
Development of real time roof geology detection system using drilling parameters during roof bolting operation, Xianguang Tang
Numerical modeling of deformations caused by carbon dioxide sequestration in coal seams, Xiaochao Tang
An assessment of impacts of Mute Swans (Cygnus olor) on submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) in Chesapeake Bay, Maryland, Ketan Shrikant Tatu
Filter weighing procedure for 2007 and newer heavy duty diesel engines, Eric Taylor
Teaching leadership development at the secondary level: A national study, Nathan Taylor
An economic analysis of food stamp participation in West Virginia, Ahadu T. Tekle
Comparing mothers and fathers on acceptability of parent-training approaches, knowledge of behavioral principles, and parenting behaviors, Jennifer D. Tiano
Communication organizational orientations in an instructional setting, David Tibbles
Effects of various environmental parameters on the reduction of arsenic(V) to arsenic(III) by dissolved organic matter., Tsanangurayi Tongesayi