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Integration and power management of turbo-electric propulsion for multirotor UAV
(Oklahoma State University, 2021-04)The rapidly growing and continually evolving unmanned aircraft system market demands performance innovations in aircraft versatility, maneuverability, payload, range and endurance. Standard, fully electric designs with ... -
Interacting effects of soil microbes and spiders on plant growth
(Oklahoma State University, 2019-04-27)Biotic factors contribute greatly to the success of nutrient cycling, this is done by recycling and translocating nutrients microbe. Research has shown that high densities of predators affect the amount of nutrients deposited ... -
Investigation of land management histories and fertilizer treatments on diversity of rhizobial nifH gene in the cover crop Vicia villosa (Vetch)
(Oklahoma State University, 2021-10-09)The Vicia villosa (Vetch) cover crop fixes nitrogen through symbiotic processes with soil bacteria Rhizobium leguminosarum biovar viciae. This bacterium has a marker gene, nifH, that is part of the nitrogen-fixing enzyme. ... -
Investigation of the mechanical, collagen microstructural, and morphological properties of human intracranial aneurysms
(Oklahoma State University, 2021-10-09)Intracranial aneurysms (ICAs) are focal dilations of cerebral arteries caused by the weakening of the arterial wall. The resulting changed hemodynamics can further lead to stress and growth of the site until it eventually ... -
Is phase angle a sensitive biomarker for overall health status?
(Oklahoma State University, 2019-04-26)Bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) is used as a non-invasive method of calculating body composition, such as body fat and fat-free mass. It works by transmitting electrical currents throughout the body and assessing ... -
It's a dry heat: Quantifying effects of increasing atmospheric moisture demand on native Oklahoma trees
(Oklahoma State University, 2019-04-26)Anthropogenic climate change is predicted to alter precipitation frequency and intensity across Oklahoma in the coming decades, leading to an increase in the frequency, intensity, and duration of extreme events such as ... -
Laying the groundwork for resilience and success: How a supportive community can protect against the effects of poverty
(Oklahoma State University, 2019-07-25)BACKGROUND: The negative effects of poverty includes increased risks for developmental delays, low academic achievement, poor physical and mental health, and impairments from overall stress (Hair, Hanson, Wolfe, & Pollak, ... -
Legislating from the minority: An analysis of women's substantive representation in the Oklahoma legislature
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)Women currently constitute approximately 21% of Oklahoma's legislature, a very low proportion compared to other U.S. states. This statistic raises an important question in terms of substantive (policy) representation for ... -
Like talking to a brick wall: A research proposal on the effect a human presence has on venting
(Oklahoma State University, 2023-04-18)Venting, which is defined as giving free expression to a strong emotion, is a normal part of many people’s lives and there is much research on it; however, most research examines the positive and negative outcomes of it ... -
Literature review of the traditional use of tobacco as a cultural practice and harm reduction effort for Indigenous communities
(Oklahoma State University, 2023-04-18)This literature review aims to highlight cultural strengths and protective health factors associated with traditional/ceremonial tobacco (versus commercial tobacco) use among Indigenous communities. While commercial cigarette ... -
Mate poaching for our friends
(Oklahoma State University, 2023-04-18)A woman’s menstrual cycle influences a variety of her behaviors such as her appearance, mate preferences, and relationships with other women (Durante et al., 2008; Gildersleeve, 2014; Krems et al., 2016). Past research has ... -
Measure of X-inactivation escape in circulation Cd11b myeloid cells with age
(Oklahoma State University, 2021-10-09)Sex-chromosomally driven differences in gene expression within microglia and other macrophages contribute to age-related disease. Of particular interest is age-related ‘sterile’ neuroinflammation which is more pronounced ... -
Media involvement in the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women/Girls (MMIWG) epidemic
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)The Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) epidemic was created to raise awareness about the high rates of violence against Indigenous women and girls. Media coverage for MMIWG survivors in United States ... -
Mesocarnivore responses to prairie dogs across a longitudinal gradient in Oklahoma
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)Black-tailed prairie dogs (Cynomys ludovicianus) are a keystone species; this means that they have a disproportionately large effect on their environment relative to their abundance. They play a critical role in maintaining ... -
Microbial communities from biofuels and ornamental plants
(Oklahoma State University, 2021-07-28)Biofuel Microbiome Exploration: -
Microplastic extraction from sediments with a continuous flow elutriation process
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Misinformation modality and its effects on memory
(Oklahoma State University, 2021-04)Eyewitness testimonies are often regarded as one of the most compelling pieces of evidence in court cases, though research has shown that subjects' memories can be easily and unintentionally manipulated. In this study, we ... -
Mother or womb? The portrayal of women as mothers in ancient near eastern texts
(Oklahoma State University, 2023-04-27)Many assumptions are made about the portrayal of women in the Bible, but what does the text actually portray them as, and how does this portrayal compare to the portrayal of women in other contemporary texts? This project ... -
Muscle strength and power imbalances and injury risk in Division I softball athletes
(Oklahoma State University, 2023-04-18)Softball requires development of lower body strength and power but specific demands may lead to asymmetries. These adaptive imbalances such as quadriceps to hamstrings (H:Q) ratio may impact performance and increase risk ... -
Mycobacterial killing assay in Raw 264.7 macrophages
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)Mycobacterial killing assay is an important method to determine mycobacterial pathogenesis and antimycobacterial response in host cells. In our study, we analyzed the survival of Mycobacterium abscessus in mouse macrophage ...