Undergraduate Research Symposium: Recent submissions
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Navigating 16th-18th century pirate literature; Relations between early pirates and non-Europeans
(Oklahoma State University, 2023-04-18)From the early sea dogs to the golden age of piracy, this panel studies a series of literary texts to understand how they represent the relationship of pirates with non-Europeans. Some imagined alliances as a key to advancing ... -
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 ... -
Attitudes of future speech-language pathologists about tobacco cessation interventions
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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 ... -
Towards culturing anaerobic gut fungi from an avian herbivore
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)Anaerobic gut fungi (AGF, phylum Neocallimastigomycota) are an understudied group of microorganisms that reside in the digestive tracts of herbivorous mammals and aid in plant biomass degradation. This degradation is ... -
Using design to research messaging and bureaucracy in architecture
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)Public announcements and funding campaigns for new buildings on OSU's campus provide concrete evidence of the use of rhetoric and persuasion to promote new buildings. When a client asks for an innovative new classroom ... -
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 ... -
Evaluation of lactic acid bacteria for a direct-fed-microbial against shigatoxigenic Escherichia coli in food animals
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)Shigatoxigenic Escherichia coli (STEC) have caused numerous foodborne outbreaks and recalls, with meat products and fresh produce as implicated vehicles. Food animals, especially ruminants, are well-known reservoirs. ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
Using lipid nanodiscs for the in vitro glycosylation of membrane proteins
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)Membrane proteins are involved in a number of human diseases are important to study. Due to the fact that these proteins are, by nature, insoluble in aqueous solutions, they require detergent or lipid environments that ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
Phytochemical profile of a bread wheat family segregating for purple, red, and white kernel color
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)Anthocyanins are plant compounds that cause the red and purple pigmentation in blueberries and raspberries. They can function as antioxidants which have been shown to have health benefits by protecting human cells from ... -
Results of the ROTC and Nutrition/Kinesiology (RANK) needs assessment
(Oklahoma State University, 2022-04-19)Recent studies show that under 15% of military personnel meet fruit and vegetable intake recommendations and 51% consume energy drinks on a regular basis. Military health surveillance indicates that personnel may not be ... -
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 ... -
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 ...