• Perturbations to the Allosteric Regulation of Carbamoyl Phosphate Synthetase upon Removal of Interfacial Restraints 

  Koenig, Robert Eli (2017-08-16)

  Carbamoyl phosphate synthetase (CPS) from E. coli is an ?? heterodimeric allosterically regulated enzyme serving as a gatekeeper for entry into both the de novo pyrimidine biosynthesis pathway and the urea cycle (in ureotelic ...

• Electric Field Induced Birefringence in Isotropic Suspensions of Nanoplates 

  Mejia, Jose Carlos (2017-08-16)

  Isotropic suspensions of colloidal nanoplates are of potential use in electronic displays. Electric field induced-birefringence and the response time of platelets are the two most relevant important properties for display ...

• Static and Dynamic Coefficient Measurements for a Thrust Collar Used in an Integrally Geared Compressor 

  Kerr, Thomas Chandler (2017-10-26)

  Test rigs that replicate the conditions for thrust collars (TCs) used in an integrally geared compressor (IGC) are scarce. The test rig described here is based on a typical IGC and is the first rig specifically designed ...

• Measured Static and Rotordynamic Characteristics of a Circumferentially-grooved-stator/smooth-rotor Liquid Annular Seal: Influence of Viscosity, Eccentricity, Pressure, and Speed 

  Eitrheim, Nathan David (2017-10-26)

  Circumferential grooves are often machined into annular seals to reduce leakage rates (???). For this study, a circumferentially-grooved annular seal (CGS) was tested with three different viscosity (?) test fluids. In ...

• Not Enough Progress: Texas Still Leading in Health Uninsurance Rates 

  Thomas, Ashley (Mosbacher Institute for Trade, Economics & Public Policy, 2018-08)

• Identifying Mechanisms of Persistence for Ground Lizards (Reptilia: Ameiva) in the Caribbean Informed Habitat, Physiology, and Predation 

  Angeli, Nicole Frances (2017-12-13)

  Understanding what allows species to persist is a complex challenge for biodiversity conservation. Biophysical constraints on habitat use and predator evasion can affect the persistence of at-risk species. To study persistence ...

• Short-Term Effects of a Ready-To-Drink Pre-Workout Beverage on Exercise Performance and Recovery 

  Collins, Patrick Blaise (2017-12-14)

  The effects of ingesting a ready-to-drink pre-workout supplement (RTD) on exercise performance were assessed in this dissertation. Resistance-trained participants (n=25, 24 ± 4 y) ingested in a double-blind, crossover study ...

• Integrated Circuit and System Design for Cognitive Radio and Ultra-Low Power Applications 

  Dabbagh Rezaei, Vahid (2017-12-14)

  The ubiquitous presence of wireless and battery-powered devices is an inseparable and invincible feature of our modern life. Meanwhile, the spectrum aggregation, and limited battery capacity of handheld devices challenge ...

• The Voices of One Urban School District Taken Over by a State 

  Liles, Vanessa Monique (2017-12-12)

  This qualitative research investigates the experiences of education stakeholders in a city that requested a state takeover. Using the voices of stakeholders of one urban school district, this study reveals the real, yet ...

• Ostracized Insiders: Exploring the Experiences of Black Gay Men in Historically Black Greek Letter Fraternities 

  Williams, J'Qualin MarQuis (2018-01-18)

  Black Greek letter fraternities were created for the social and academic support of Black male undergraduates. Numerous studies have proposed the many benefits associated with membership in these fraternal organizations; ...

• A Game-Theoretic Model of Mutual Benefits in Bilateral Nuclear Security Regimes 

  Gariazzo, Claudio (2017-12-04)

  States collaborate to achieve common goals. In the interest of advancing nuclear security globally, states have previously formed bilateral partnerships that allow two states to cooperate in germane areas of the nuclear ...

• White-tailed Deer Distribution and Movement Behavior in South-Central Texas, USA 

  Beaver, Jared Tyler (2017-12-07)

  Providing wildlife managers with reliable population abundance estimates for white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus; deer) is challenging and requires proper evaluation of population surveys. My objectives for this study ...

• Impact of PVT Properties of the Fluid on the LBM Scheme Within the Scale Integration for Shale Reservoirs 

  Tarakanov, Alexander (2017-12-14)

  Modelling of the performance of shale gas reservoirs is known for the presence of multiple scales. The latter includes pore-scale, fracture scale and field scale. The nature of flow-mechanisms at various scales is different. ...

• Self-Compassion, Emotional Empathy, and Cognitive Empathy Among Novice Therapists 

  Gandara, Brenda Liliana (2017-12-14)

  Self-compassion is an important aspect of psychological health. Leading scholars assert that self-compassion cultivates self-awareness, which has long been considered critical for effective therapy. A large body of research ...

• Development and Validation of Test Rig for Measurements of Leakage and Rotordynamic Performance of Interlocking Gas Labyrinth Seals 

  Ramirez Alanis, Mauricio Alan (2017-12-11)

  Understanding the rotordynamic and leakage characteristics of gas annular seals is important for the design of efficient and reliable turbomachinery. This work sets the foundation to advance the understanding of gas ...

• Edge Ratchet and Simulated Annealing to Improve RF Score of the Supertree of Life 

  Manshouri, Reza (2017-12-08)

  Constructing the Supertree of Life can provide crucially valuable knowledge to address many critical contemporary challenges such as fighting diseases, improving global agriculture, and protecting ecosystems to name a few. ...

• Tuition Elasticity at the College Level and Its Effect on Differential Tuition Rates 

  Menzies III, Max Duery (2017-12-08)

  Increasing higher education enrollment and decreasing state and national funding has created a fiscal problem for higher education institutions in the United States. Differential tuition charged to a variety of subsets of ...

• Palatability Effects of Blade Tenderization on Beef Top Sirloin Steaks 

  Murray, Adam Riley (2017-12-07)

  The objective of this study was to determine if consumer satisfaction improves by blade tenderizing today’s more inherently tender beef. Paired USDA Choice top sirloin butts (n = 20 total pieces) were collected from 10 ...

• Anisotropic Response of Laser Additively Manufactured Nuclear Alloys to Radiation Damage 

  Evans, Jordan Andrew (2017-12-12)

  The impact of radiation-induced effects on the properties of alloys fabricated using additive manufacturing (AM) was evaluated through the implementation of ion beam irradiation testing followed by electron backscatter ...

• Usage Based Materials by Simulating Layered Imperfections 

  Parsons, Melissa Renee (2017-12-13)

  Maintaining the ability to make quick iterations is very important to any artist in Computer Graphics, which is not always easy for simulating realistic materials based on how they are used. This thesis will examine ...

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