Proceedings 2016: 12th Annual Symposium on Graduate Research and Scholarly Projects
Editorial Board for 2016 GRASP Symposium
Chair
Barbara Chaparro,Associate Professor, Coordinator, Human Factors Graduate Program
Members
Ramazan Asmatulu, Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering
Mehmet Barut, Associate Professor, Finance, Real Estate, & Decision Sciences
Kerry Wilks, Associate Professor & Graduate School Associate Dean
Anthony DiLollo, Associate Professor, Communication Sciences and Disorders
Kathy Downes, Senior Associate Dean, University Libraries
Jeremy Patterson, Associate Professor & Director Human Performance Lab, Human Performance Studies
Jay Price, Professor & Department Chair, History
Aleks Sternfeld-Dunn, Assistant Professor, School of Music
Sponsors of 2016 GRASP Symposium
Graduate School
Academic Affairs
University Libraries
Regional Institute on Aging
Recent Submissions
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12th Annual Symposium on Graduate Research and Scholarly Projects
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Effects of plant protein based modifiers on structures and ferroelectric properties of dielectric films
(Wichita State University, 2016-04-29)Plant proteins, as renewable and cost-effective natural resources, have gain increasing interests in non-food applications. In particular, with increasing environmental concerns of petro-polymers, biomass as substitution ... -
Synthesis, analysis, and characterization of electrically sensitive PVA hydrogels loaded with MTX cancer drugs
(Wichita State University, 2016-04-29)The objective of the project was to achieve controlled the drug release under different applied voltages. For this purpose, polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) hydrogels loaded with methotrexate (MTX) were prepared via solution casting ... -
Food for thought: A qualitative look into the need for a campus food pantry
(Wichita State University, 2016-04-29)According to the Chronicle of Higher Education, ongoing research on campus food insecurity illustrates the seriousness of the problem and need for intervention. To assess the need for a campus food pantry at Wichita State ... -
Balance capacity of age matched male and female adolescents with intellectual disabilities
(Wichita State University, 2016-04-29)Sex specific norms for motor skills have been established to insure that normal differences in motor development between sexes are not interpreted as motor impairment. Although sex specific norms for gross motor skills of ... -
World War II British propaganda to the home front, Barrow-In-Furness – weapons of mass destruction, or weapons of mass communication?
(Wichita State University, 2016-04-29)Some wars are fought and won with weapons of mass destruction, others with weapons of mass communication. When Britain and its Allies won WWII in 1945 there were many factors that made this possible, but what motivated an ... -
Double-branch capillary electrophoresis by using microfluidic switch for alternate injections
(Wichita State University, 2016-04-29)Capillary electrophoresis (CE) is an analytical tool which has gained great interests during the past decade. The main attractions of CE are its fast, high-throughput and highly efficient separations. However, conventional ... -
Readmission diagnosis, patient characteristics, and the development of a risk assessment tool to decrease stroke readmissions
(Wichita State University, 2016-04-29)Hospital readmission for stroke is a major concern, and identifying characteristics contributing to readmission during the patient's index admission is critically important. Prior studies lack a consistent approach in early ... -
Heat transfer analysis through branched structure microchannel heat exchanger
(Wichita State University, 2016-04-29)Heat Exchanger is a key component in cooling systems. The introduction of microchannel heat exchangers has revolutionized the cooling technology which lead to miniaturization of devices to a great extent. Due to their ... -
Predicting viscoelastic behavior of fabric composites using finite element based micromechanics model
(Wichita State University, 2016-04-29)Advanced textile composites have become widespread in many aerospace structural applications due to their unique ability of conforming to complex structural curvatures while maintaining their desirable properties. Besides ... -
Functionalized graphene & hexagonal boron nitride nanocoatings for protection of transparent plastics
(Wichita State University, 2016-04-29)Nanocoating is the result of a coating application of nanomaterials to build a consistent network of molecules in a coating or paint to protect surfaces of various materials. Boron nitride (h-BN) is in 2D form with excellent ... -
A framework for pediatrics clinic no-show prediction using elastic net and Bayesian Belief Network
(Wichita State University, 2016-04-29)No-Shows not only creates additional cost for healthcare facilities but also affect the quality of care for the patients. This study predicts the no-show probability of the patient with using demographic, social and ... -
Assistance to immune system by genetically engineered bacteria: Molecular communication
(Wichita State University, 2016-04-29)Molecular communication (MC) is a communication between bio transmitters (that emit molecules carrying information) and bio receivers. The use of such a communication method also involving genetically engineered bacteria ... -
Food for thought: A qualitative look into the need for a campus food pantry
(Wichita State University, 2016-04-29)According to the Chronicle of Higher Education, ongoing research on campus food insecurity illustrates the seriousness of the problem and need for intervention. To assess the need for a campus food pantry at Wichita State ... -
Increasing student and faculty publication through a successful research and evidence-based practice curricular model in PA education
(Wichita State University, 2016-04-29)For the physician assistant (PA) profession to continue to grow in autonomy and respect, PAs must be seen not just as medical literature consumers, but as contributors. Currently, PAs lag behind other health professions ... -
Construction industrial multivariate statistical analysis based on real estate market in USA
(Wichita State University, 2016-04-29)This project mainly focus on how the land market value, in terms of GDP, CPI, construction cost index and unemployment rate, inflation rate, population and purchasing manage index, enables a relationship with the real ... -
Strength and endurance of the rotator cuff: Normal subjects versus those with shoulder pain
(Wichita State University, 2016-04-29)This study aimed to develop a method for testing endurance of the shoulder external rotator (ER) muscles and to see if differences exist between shoulder strength and endurance between those with and without shoulder pain. ... -
Developing a quantitative risk assessment model for a non-profit mentorship program in Wichita, Kansas
(Wichita State University, 2016-04-29)One of the most serious challenges facing any social service, non-profit organization is ensuring that the appropriate services are being matched with the individuals who most need these services. Previous research has ... -
Mobile text input on a smartwatch QWERTY keyboard
(Wichita State University, 2016-04-29)As smartwatches continue to grow in popularity the demand for a smartwatch with efficient texting capabilities continues to increase. Conventional opinion states texting on a smartwatch is too difficult and inefficient due ... -
Utilizing multiple baseline single subject design to investigate the impact of Neurofield pulsed electro magnetic field on mental health and physiological outcomes for an individual with post traumatic stress disorder
(Wichita State University, 2016-04-29)This study examined the impact of Neurofield pulsed electromagnetic field technology on an individual with post-traumatic stress disorder. This individual was given a survey to assess her own anxiety before each treatment. ...
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