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Beam engine powered circular sawing machine

Rahman, Khan Habeeb Ur (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

In this project, the output of a Beam Engine is used to drive a circular saw to cut timber. Here, instead of the rotating fly wheel, it is intended to have a rotating circular saw. This rotating circular saw is used to ...
The Blackboard™ jungle: A case study of instructor and student perceptions of the learning technology tool Blackboard™

Wilson, Jeffrey W. (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

Each of our lives has been forever changed by the introduction of new electronic technoligies that help us communicate on a global, instantaneous scale. Nowhere has that change been more felt than in education. College ...
BMI changes in high school football linemen transitioning from senior year to college

Larson, Russell C.; Patterson, Jeremy A. (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

An elevated Body Mass Index (BMI) has been linked to increasing risk factors for developing cardiovascular disease and other life threatening conditions such as diabetes. In addition, the rate of this increase can ...
Carbon nanotube-porphyrin/naphthalocyanine hybrids for photo induced electron transfer studies

Chitta, Raghu (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

Nanoscience and technology is an emerging field for scientists and engineers due to remarkable mechanical and electronic properties properties of carbon nanotubes (CNTs), and their application in designing optoelectronic ...
Cardiovascular fitness and physical activity levels in elementary school children: an examination of seasonal variation and correlation

Ukens, Aspen J.; Befort, Amber D.; Wiseman, Amanda L.; Overman, Angela K. (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

This study examined seasonal variation in cardiovascular fitness and physical activity levels. It also examined the relationship between maximum oxygen uptake (VO2max) and scores obtained from physical activity and ...
Combinatorial input recognition algorithm Internet applications to HTTP web servers

Myers, Joseph Kenneth (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

We introduce an algorithm for the classical recognition problem of identifying elements s within a class of strings S = {s1, s2, ..., sn}. Here it is assumed that struct s = { char *a; int z; }; and that for two strings ...
Communication opportunities provided to children with special needs: preliminary data

Tsai, Meng-Ju; Scherz, Julie W. (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

Five toddler classrooms were observed two times each to gather information about communication opportunities provided to children with developmental disabilities. 288 10-second blocks were observed during four types of ...
A comparative analysis of OTC Plan B vs. prescribed Plan B

Nguyen, Alicia V.; Bunton, Patricia A. (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

With the introduction of emergency contraception (EC), the likelihood of an unintended pregnancy can be reduced by up to 80%[1]; however, limited access to EC, poor EC knowledge, and nonuse of EC because of the failure ...
Comparing patient outcomes using cognitive behavioral therapy vs. selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors in the treatment of body dysmorphic disorder: an evidence-based literature review

Grunder, J.L.; Cochran-Black, Diana L. (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is a chronic and disabling condition, characterized by a preoccupation with an imagined or slight defect in appearance [1]. This disorder is extremely distressing and causes poor functioning ...
Comparison between continuous positive airway pressure vs.uvulopalatopharyngoplasty in treatment of obstructive sleep apnea in adult males

Davis, Jill A.; Griffin, Audrey (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a condition characterized by repeated cessation of breathing throughout sleep. This lack of breathing can occur anywhere from 5-50 times in one hour and can last for ten seconds or ...
A comparison of domestic violence in African American, Asian and Hispanic women

Zetawos, Meklit; Bunton, Patricia A. (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

Domestic violence is the most common cause of injury to women in the US. Types of intimate partner violence (IPV) range from emotional, physical, and sexual abuse to homicide. IPV accounts for approximately 40-50% of ...
Comparison of functional fitness training model & the traditional resistance training model for the development of functional fitness in older adults

Shideler, Andrew; Swartz, Mark; Michel, Jessica; Schulte, Janelle (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

Aging is a process associated with decreases in physiological and functional capabilities. Specifically, age-related loss in muscle strength, balance and flexibility are related to impaired functional mobility in older ...
Comparison of medication treatment versus cognitive behavior therapy of hoarding behaviors in obsessive-compulsive disorder

Powers, Christine M.; Quigley, Timothy (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can be difficult to treat due to patient non-compliance and treatment efficacy. This anxiety disorder presents in behaviors such as checking, washing, repeating/counting, ordering/s ...
A comparison of online instruction vs. traditional classroom instruction in an undergraduate pharmacology course

Mirakian, Emily A.; Hale, LaDonna S. (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

Background: Online instruction has become a vital element in higher education. Most published research finds no significant difference between online (OL) and traditional (TD) instruction. Purpose: Compare student ...
Crevice corrosion theory, mechanisms and prevention methods

Rashidi, Navid; Alavi-Soltani, Seyed R.; Asmatulu, Ramazan (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

This paper reviews theory and mechanisms of crevice corrosion as well as its prevention methods. Crevice corrosion is one of the most important and harmful forms of localized corrosion that may cause sudden failure of ...
Decreasing symptoms in interstitial cystitis patients: pentosan polysulfate vs. sacral neuromodulation

Price, Katy D.; Griffin, Audrey (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

Oral pentosan polysulfate is the only FDA-approved drug for interstitial cystitis. Several studies have been conducted that show PPS will reduce IC symptoms. Sacral neuromodulation is a newer therapy for IC that has been ...
Design and studies of photo-induced electron transfer in ‘Pacman’ type porphyrin-fullerene conjugates

Maligaspe, Eranda; D'Souza, Francis (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

The design of donor-acceptor systems and the study of their photo-induced electron transfer processes are of current interest in artificial photosynthesis and solar energy conversion. Among donor-acceptor conjugates, ...
Determination of damage area of spacecraft shields impacted by space debris at hypervelocity using an SPH mesh.

Bhargavi, S.S.; Soschinske, Kurt A.; Lankarani, Hamid M. (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

Space debris, are objects in Earth orbit consisting of small fragments from spent rocket stages and non-functional satellites. Accumulated in the lower earth orbit, these often cause considerable damage to the spacecraft ...
Determining clinical assessment sensitivity in evaluating the cervical spine of pediatric trauma patients

Vogel, Kristin K.; Nyberg, Sue M. (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

The National Emergency X-Radiography Utilization Study (NEXUS) was a prospective, observational study on a decision instrument based on clinical criteria. The intention of the study was to help physicians identify patients ...
Determining optimal Spanish words for inclusion in assessments that evaluate children’s phonological patterns

Prezas, Raúl Francisco; Hodson, Barbara Williams, 1937- (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

A critical need exists for unbiased speech/language assessment instruments for all children, but especially for children who speak a language other than English (e.g., Spanish). According to the National Clearinghouse for ...