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Analyses of gait parameters and fall risk in Korean older adults
(Oklahoma State University, 2023-04-18)More than one in four older adults fall each year. As the first fall doubles one’s chances of falling again, fall prevention in older adults is a public health priority. Since it is well-established that most falls occur ... -
Attitudes of future speech-language pathologists about tobacco cessation interventions
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Automated x-ray imaging system of peanut smut disease
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)The practice of hand-opening pods for rating disease is a major bottleneck in breeding for peanut smut resistance. An x-ray imaging system is being developed at the Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering department the ... -
Beyond nuclear wessels: The historical and symbolic implications of Star Trek's Mr. Chekov
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)Popular culture has long been established as a way to express and discuss real-world issues and experiences. Easily one of the best examples of this is the Star Trek franchise, particularly The Original Series (TOS) from ... -
Building the Deaf Experience, Deaf Expression (DXDX) Project
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)This presentation introduces the Deaf Experience/Deaf Expression (DXDX) Project, a growing publicly-available collection of video interviews with deaf and hard-of-hearing (DHH) adults, teens, and their families. It is ... -
Can soil moisture sensors improve irrigation efficiency in southwest Oklahoma?
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)Farmers face numerous challenges when making water management decisions, and there is a need for research that develops a more thorough understanding of these considerations. This is especially true in Oklahoma, where ... -
Cloning of anti-tumor human gene SMARCB1/INI1 for the treatment of rhabdoid tumors
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)Rhabdoid tumors are malignant tumors found in the kidneys and other soft tissues of adolescents, with the average age of diagnosis between 15 and 24 months. Currently, patients diagnosed with rhabdoid tumors are treated ... -
Compact silicon PIN photodiode sensor for secondary cosmic ray detection at aviation altitudes
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)Exposure to radiation caused by cosmic rays and solar events in space poses a threat to human health and travel in space. Current dosimeters for monitoring crew radiation dosage are often expensive and bulky. We propose a ... -
Comparison of selected recovery techniques on grip strength and endurance following a simulated static hang
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)Due to the growing popularity of sports climbing and other grip strength dependent sports, there has been increasing interest in determining the best method of intermittent recovery during extended climbing bouts in order ... -
Construction of a central database for compressor applications
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)Compressors are vital components of everyday life. Although often overlooked by the general public, compressors are used in a wide range of heating and air-conditioning applications, and they account for approximately five ... -
Contextualizing lutidine salts in photocatalytic, substitution reactions
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)Formation of new carbon-carbon bonds lies at the heart of organic chemistry. Radical intermediates are particularly well suited for reaction with a host of reaction partners to yield new carbon'carbon bonds and alkyl halides ... -
Continued isolation of anaerobic gut fungi from marsupial hosts
(Oklahoma State University, 2023-04-18)Anaerobic gut fungi (AGF) are commonly found in the digestive tracts of herbivores, where they play a crucial role in breaking down complex plant materials, such as cellulose and lignin, by adhering to plant biomass and ... -
Culturing novel anaerobic gut fungi from marsupials
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)Anaerobic gut fungi (AGF) from the phylum Neocallimastigomycota are an essential part of the microbiome in herbivores. These fungi aid in digestion in ruminants, pseudoruminants, and nonruminants alike, where they adhere ... -
Detection of Bemisia tabaci Meam1 and Med cryptic species in Oklahoma
(Oklahoma State University, 2023-04-18)The agricultural importance of Oklahoma combined with the sheer efficiency of insect pests for virus transmission makes whiteflies and the viruses they transmit a recipe for economic losses in the agriculture sector. Bemisia ... -
Developing content knowledge of constant rate of change
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)A mathematics teacher's instruction is informed by their pedagogical knowledge (teaching theories and tactics) and content knowledge (ability to solve and understand math problems). A successful teacher must utilize both ... -
Effect of increased ruminal proprionate on the expression of hepatic gluconeogenic genes in cattle on a finishing ration
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)The objective of this experiment was to ascertain if supplementing calcium propionate (CaP) in varying amounts would result in the increased expression of genes related to glucose metabolism in the liver. The study utilized ... -
Effect of nozzle configuration on thrust of a novel turbojet-turboprop engine for small unmanned aircraft
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)This paper presents the results of testing the effects of nozzle area ratio , nozzle downstream location propeller shape, and propeller size to determine the feasibility of a variable-cycle turboprop/turbojet powerplant ... -
Effects of pair bonding and monogamy on epididymal sperm characteristics in prairie voles (Microtus ochrogaster)
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)Prairie Voles are a social, monogamous species which have gained traction in the fields of neurobiology, neuroendocrinology, and psychology as a potential model species for studying human social behavior and associated ... -
Effects of paternal deprivation on beak coloration
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)For ornamented species, beak coloration is a key factor that is considered by the female. In zebra finches (Taeniopygia guttata), females prefer males that exhibit redder beaks in comparison to those that exhibit more ... -
Effects of resistance training of the foot on dance-related exercise and performance
(Oklahoma State University, 2023-04-18)The injury rate in dancers is higher than their mainstream counterparts, as dancers have a 90% injury rate compared to a 20% rate observed in rugby and football athletes. Even so, preventative equipment or techniques, such ...