Proceedings 2013: 9th Annual Symposium on Graduate Research and Scholarly Projects
Editorial Board for 2013 GRASP Symposium
Chair
Mehmet Bayram Yildirim, Associate Professor, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
Members
Ramazan Asmatulu, Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering
Mehmet Barut, Associate Professor, FREDS
Heidi Bell, Graduate Student, Communication Sciences and Disorders
Barbara Chaparro, Associate Professor, Psychology
Anthony DiLollo, Associate Professor, Communication Sciences and Disorders
Kathy Downes, Associate Dean of University Libraries
Bret Jones, Associate Professor, College of Fine Arts; School of Performing Arts
Jeremy Patterson, Associate Professor, Human Performance Studies
Jay Price, Associate Professor, History
Sponsors of 2013 GRASP Symposium
Graduate School
Academic Affairs
University Libraries
Recent Submissions
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9th Annual Symposium on Graduate Research and Scholarly Projects
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Characterization of oligodendrocyte progenitor cell differentiation on co-electrospun nanofibers of PCL with gelatin
(Wichita State University. Graduate School, 2013-05-08)Axonal re-myelination in injured central nervous system (CNS) has been a scientific challenge. Focal delivery of Oligodendrocyte Progenitor Cells (OPCs) provides promising approach. We used a novel bioengineering technique ... -
Korean comfort women as political discourse
(Wichita State University. Graduate School, 2013-05-08)In the dichotomy between force and agency in prostitution, the placement of comfort women, girls taken by Japan during WWII and forced into sex service, presents a clear field in which the question of agency fades. With ... -
The demographics of academic entitlement in grading
(Wichita State University. Graduate School, 2013-05-08)Within academia few constructs are so often talked about yet so poorly understood as academic entitlement. Using AE scales, this study evaluates the latent variables of AE in grading as well as the relationship of these ... -
Reversing songbird decline: overwinter food supplementation significantly increases assumed survival of the Dark-eyed junco
(Wichita State University. Graduate School, 2013-05-08)The North American Breeding Bird Survey indicates a long-term decline of the Dark-eyed Junco (Junco hyemalis). Strong flock fidelity and small overwinter home range of juncos makes them exceptional models for studies ... -
Effects of plantar flexion stretching on flutter kicking time in competitive age group swimmers
(Wichita State University. Graduate School, 2013-05-08)This investigation examined the effects of plantar flexion (PF) stretching on flutter kicking time in competitive swimmers. A single blind randomized control study was performed with 19 male and female Wichita Swim Club ... -
A survey of physicians' perceptions of physician assistant education and qualifications
(Wichita State University. Graduate School, 2013-05-08)Little research has been conducted on physicians' attitudes and understanding of the physician assistant (PA) profession. As healthcare demands continue to grow, it isimperative physicians understand the education ... -
The 'hidden' injuries in military personnel and the potential implications for speech therapy
(Wichita State University. Graduate School, 2013-05-08)The prevalence of mild traumatic brain injury military personnel is receiving national attention. This study focused on a review of the literature from government and military hospital sources relative to the identification ... -
Combat identification using an augmented reality learning system
(Wichita State University. Graduate School, 2013-05-08)This research will examine training with an augmented reality learning system to identify combat vehicles. Due to the increase in use of unmanned vehicles (UVs) for missions, a question arises: How do we best train operators ... -
Evaluating nanosafety of nanomaterials by in-vitro cytotoxicity tests on fibroblast cells
(Wichita State University. Graduate School, 2013-05-08)In the recent years, the use of nanomaterials has increased exponentially. In spite of the extensive research in this field, some areas are not completely understood, one of them being nanosafety. Because of their size and ... -
Direct implementation of gate operations between non-interacting quantum bits in quantum systems
(Wichita State University. Graduate School, 2013-05-08)Most physical realizations of a quantum computer are based on a linear nearest neighbor (LNN) arrangement of qubits where qubits are arranged along an array, and only the adjacent qubits interact with each other. To perform ... -
Using ipad games to observe executive functioning strategies in typical adults
(Wichita State University. Graduate School, 2013-05-08)Limited empirical evidence is available for the use of iPads in speech and language therapy. To exercise evidence based methods in clinical practice, the study sought to investigate how users of the iPad integrate planning, ... -
Injectable thermosensitive hydrogels as drug delivery systems.
(Wichita State University. Graduate School, 2013-05-08)Recently, injectable thermosensitive hydrogels have been attracted much attention for the biomedical applications, such as drug delivery and tissue engineering. Injectable hydrogels offer a number of advantages, including ... -
A study in music interpretation and nuances
(Wichita State University. Graduate School, 2013-05-08)The purpose of this study is to address the importance of interpreting music and to explore the possibility of transferring ideas from the score to the audience. The study will consist of a brief description of the meaning ... -
Developing a quantitative measure of self-as-context
(Wichita State University. Graduate School, 2013-05-08)The theoretical model upon which acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) [1] is based holds that six distinct, but interrelated processes, contribute to psychological flexibility. The psychometric properties of a self-report ... -
A perfect storm of photographic innovation, marketing and consumer desire: Kodak's you-press-the-button camera ads
(Wichita State University. Graduate School, 2013-05-08)This research examines adoption of the earliest Kodak cameras by consumers who quickly became fascinated with them. Early photography, such as daguerreotypes and ambrotypes, required sophisticated knowledge about photographic ... -
Species delimitation in the bear scarabs: using GIS tools to clarify the Paracotalpa ursina (Coleoptera) species complex
(Wichita State University. Graduate School, 2013-05-08)Distributions and environmental conditions for the western North American Paracotalpa ursina (Scarabaeidae: Rutelinae: Areodina) species complex are assessed using niche modeling. This species complex occurs mainly in the ... -
Wanna hit?: Sensation seeking and themes present in anti-marijuana messages
(Wichita State University. Graduate School, 2013-05-08)Sensation seeking has been linked to drug use and risky behavior. Therefore, drug prevention efforts use sensation seeking as a targeting variable for drug prevention campaigns by creating a desired level of stimulation ... -
Does primary care provider advance directive education influence attitudes and practice?
(Wichita State University. Graduate School, 2013-05-08)Many people do not have advance directives (ADs) prepared and have never discussed their wishes for end-of-life care. Primary care providers (PCP) who have limited knowledge of ADs contribute to this problem. Does PCP AD ... -
Efficacy of the falling less in Kansas toolkit
(Wichita State University. Graduate School, 2013-05-08)An effort to provide fall prevention education to rural older adults has led to the development of a fall prevention toolkit, Falling Less in Kansas. Usability testing was done to determine the ease of use of the toolkit ...
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