Browsing The Capitol Graduate Research Summit in Topeka by Title
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A school districts’ perceptions: necessary skills in the 21st century
(2009-03-12)Secondary students are graduating into a world that is increasingly interconnected, interdependent and culturally diverse. This dynamic environment requires a level of intercultural and information literacy that is presently ... -
Sedgwick County Archaeology GIS
(2007-03-12)This multifaceted project primarily concerns the establishment of a Geographical Information System (GIS) database for the archaeology of Sedgwick County, Kansas. The database documents archaeological sites and surveys ... -
SkyNet: A swarming drone system for smart disaster management
(Wichita State University, 2016-02-02)Communication technologies play an important role in the case of disaster management to propagate and convey information to the concerned authorities. In October 2015, Southern Kansas suffered forty two earthquakes of ... -
Small scale energy devices using vortex induced vibration
(Wichita State University, 3/29/2022)Small-scale off-grid energy devices are an increasingly important part of the energy mix today, as seen in small solar panels and micro wind turbines that power road signs or heat livestock water troughs. Solar panels are ... -
Solar energy harvesting using ionic polymer- metal enhanced water electrolysis
(Wichita State University, 2017-03-07)In 2015, Kansas invested six million dollars on 4.7 megawatts of solar energy installation, capable of powering 630 homes. However, the energy supplied by solar often does not coincide with consumer demand; a system is ... -
Splitting water molecules via conductive nanoparticles for hydrogen production
(Wichita State University, 2013-02-14)One of the main topics of discussion at every multi-national forum is about the fossil fuel depletion and carbon footprints. It is believed that the world will run out of cheap oil in 30 years, causing energy costs to rise, ... -
Spreading pathogens via healthcare uniforms
(2010-03-25)It is relatively common to see healthcare employees in their uniforms (lab coats, scrubs, etc.) outside of the workplace in areas such as restaurants and grocery stores. Research has shown that microorganisms can be ... -
Statistical analysis to establish the relationship between radiation consumption and energy use for medical x-rays
(Wichita State University, 2013-02-14)Current methods for estimating the amount of radiation used to produce an X-ray image are poor. Knowing this amount is an essential step in the development of a complete life-cycle analysis (LCA) of medical imaging procedures. ... -
Study and analysis of Cognitive Radio channel scanning technology for Wi-Fi networks
(2011-02-17)Wi-Fi has become such a ubiquitous wireless technology in a relatively short period that it is not surprising; we are in the midst of at least one Wi-Fi network no matter wherever we are. Each one of us has a Laptop/Smar ... -
The study of the effect of long term water cover on the mill tailings of the Silver Lake Mill # 1, near Silverton, Colorado
(2009-03-12)Mining and milling of metals were the primary industries in the study area during the late 1800’s into the early 1900’s. Wastes from the mining and milling processes are abundant in the area and present a significant ... -
Sustainable freshwater harvesting from atmosphere through electrospun superhydrophobic polyacrylonitrile nanocomposite fibers
(Wichita State University, 2020-02-26)The scarcity of pure drinking water has been one of the major humanitarian challenges in the globe. The world population growth, urbanization, depleting water resources and global climate change have intensified this crisis ... -
Synthesis of highly ordered Titanium dioxide nanotubes: Impact of process parameters
(2010-03-25)Highly ordered arrays of Titanium dioxide nanotubes were synthesized from Titanium foil using the electrochemical anodization process in an etching solution consisting of Ammonium Flouride (NH4F) and Ethylene Glycol. TiO2 ... -
Synthesizing drug-carrying nanocomposite sphere for targeted drug delivery
(2009-03-12)Magnetic targeting is a promising method of drug localization. Controlled delivery occurs when a drug is associated with a biodegradable polymer and magnetic nanoparticles so the drug molecules are continuously released ... -
Synthetic models for the active site of the nickel superoxide dismutase enzyme (NiSOD)
(Wichita State University, 2015-02-15)The superoxide molecule is an inevitable byproduct of aerobic respiration, which is the process by which nutrients are converted into useful energy in cells. If not regulated, superoxide causes significant cellular damage, ... -
Testing a global screening method to probe the role of epigenetics in an experimental model of estrogen-dependent uterine
(2009-03-12)Diethylstilbestrol (DES), a synthetic estrogen, was widely administered to pregnant women between 1947 and 1971 based on the misconception that it could prevent miscarriages. Consequently, at least four million women and ... -
The contributions of soy protein quaternary structures on viscoelastic properties of polyethylene oxide/soy protein composites
(Wichita State University, 2020-02-26)More than four-and-a-half million acres of Kansas land were covered in soybeans in 2018, with Kansas farmers harvesting an average of 44 bushels per acre worth a combined total of $1.6 billion. Soybeans are mostly used for ... -
The great debate of college achievement: which nonacademic factors contribute most to college readiness and success?
(Wichita State University, 2018-02-20)Today, graduating from high school, enrolling in college, and obtaining a bachelor's degree are the primary means of increasing one's cultural capital and subsequent upward social mobility. In fact, many scholars explain ... -
The immigrants who built Kansas: One spike at a time
(Wichita State University, 2019-02-26)The prevalent link in the position of Latino neighborhoods in cities throughout Kansas is the railroad. Whether it is Newton, Wichita, Topeka, Emporia or even larger cities like Los Angeles and Chicago, the proximity of ... -
The relationship between preference and performance using three passive exoskeletons during simulated aircraft manufacturing tasks
(Wichita State University, 3/29/2022)Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) are the top workplace risk factors that impact the health of workers. In Kansas, there were 45,253 reported injuries/illnesses during the 2020 fiscal year. The main contributors ... -
Towards an artistic synthesis of audio/video composition
(2006-03-08)The quest for innovation and experimentation in art is ongoing. The early electronic music explored by Babbitt, Stockhausen and others provided a new creative outlet for composers. Computers are now capable of real-time ...