Browsing Proceedings 2012: 8th Annual Symposium on Graduate Research and Scholarly Projects by Title
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Acute effect of whole-body vibration on knee extensor strength
(Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2012-04-18)The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of whole body vibration on knee extensor muscle strength. METHODS: Male college students (n=7) were recruited for the research study. Subjects performed baseline ... -
Are two computer monitors better than one?
(Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2012-04-18)Previous studies have found using more than one monitor increases productivity, but benefits may diminish when monitor count or size increases. The purpose of this study was to determine whether increases in productivity ... -
Art and science intersect
(Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2012-04-18)Scientists such as biologist Gunther von Hagens and medical doctor Mark Gilbert, among others, have been turning to art to create scientific sculptures whose main purposes are not only to teach to general public and science ... -
Art within ceramic decoration
(Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2012-04-18)Decoration in early ceramic work stemmed from the abstraction of culturally significant symbols and motifs now serves as a record of cultural identity. Contemporarily, the role of decoration in our visual culture has been ... -
Assessing the mediating role of spirituality on the relationship between stress and depression of older adults in assisted living facilities
(Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2012-04-18)This study examined the relationship between stress and depression, and the mediating role of spiritual factors among 316 older adults, 65 years or older in assisted living facilities. Hierarchical regression analysis ... -
Assessment of balance and cognitive function in youth gymnasts
(Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2012-04-18)International recruitment of female gymnast identifies children from the age of 4 years old. This study focuses on measuring components of gymnastics, using validated equipment to assess balance, reaction time, and working ... -
Assessment of community fall prevention toolkit
(Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2012-04-18)Falls are the leading cause of injury death among adults age 65 years and older. There are many fall prevention programs to help reduce fall risk factors. The purpose of this study was to evaluate a locally developed ... -
At war with memory: national versus local interpretations of Vietnam Veterans Memorials
(Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2012-04-18)Much of the literature surrounding the public memory of the Vietnam War focuses exclusively on the National Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., creating the impression that all Vietnam memorials carry the same ... -
Beyond Annie Oakley: an analysis of TV's portrayal of markswomen
(Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2012-04-18)Media portrayals influence how women are perceived in society. Historically, women have often been chastised or punished for exhibiting skills and attributes which have been traditionally perceived as appropriate for men ... -
Body mass index in relation to foot pronation
(Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2012-04-18)Excessive pronation of the foot may create an imbalance over time, potentially leading to injuries of the lower limbs. It is important to understand what causes overpronation and how to prevent or correct this issue. The ... -
A case study in autism intervention: a novel conversational approach
(Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2012-04-18)The purpose of this clinical case study is to determine the effect of using scripted verbal prompts to elicit prepositions and verbal requests from a young boy with Autism. RESEARCH QUESTION: Can specific, scripted prompts ... -
Cash flow optimization in a multi-project environment
(Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2012-04-18)In this paper, we address the problem of budget allocation in a multi-project environment under uncertainty. The uncertainty is in the completion time of milestones of individual projects. Companies have the opportunity ... -
Changes in tongue strength and endurance after a typical meal in healthy older adults in a continuing care community
(Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2012-04-18)The ability to swallow safely is vital for nourishment of the body and brain and depends on adequate tongue function, particularly strength and endurance. Purpose: Investigate changes in tongue strength and endurance in ... -
Communication needs of twins with Angelman syndrome: a qualitative approach
(Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2012-04-18)Families of children with low incidence, severe disabilities have unique needs, which may not be revealed through traditional assessment. Qualitative studies, using multiple data sources allow professionals a more realistic ... -
Comparative demography of the Cerulean Warbler and the Blue-Gray Gnatcatcher
(Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2012-04-18)The Neotropical-migratory Cerulean Warbler (Setophaga cerulea) is one of North America's strongly declining songbirds. The three hypotheses of alteration in breeding, wintering, and migration habitat, potentially explain ... -
Compliance with CDC fall prevention recommendations: a survey of older adults with a recent fall
(Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2012-04-18)Falls are the leading cause of injury-related visits to emergency departments in the United States and the primary etiology of accidental deaths in persons over the age of 65 years. Despite the consequences and the ... -
Computed Tomography (CT) Scan and Digital Radiography (DR) direct energy consumption comparison
(Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2012-04-18)One of the key factors for sustainable decision making is the ability to draw comparisons of environmental impacts between different alternatives. These decisions are the subject of many articles in most sectors of the ... -
A conceptual study of airfoil performance enhancements
(Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2012-04-18)A conceptual study of performance enhancing devices for an airfoil is performed using Computational Fluid Dynamics. Three simple, passive devices are examined to explore alternate methods for stall control and lift-to-drag ... -
Correlations of pre-admission criteria and post-admission didactic gpa to physician assistant national certifying examination results
(Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2012-04-18)Purpose: To provide research on possible indicators for success using selected pre-admission criteria and post-admission didactic grade point average (GPA) to see if statistically significant correlations could be found ...