Browsing OSU - Honors College Theses by Title
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Regulation of pyocin genes in Pseudomonas aeruginosa by constitutively repressive PrtR
(12/15/2022)Pyocins are bacteriophage tail-like complexes that are produced by Pseudomonas aeruginosa under the SOS response of the cell. These molecules are used for intraspecies competition by targeting and killing susceptible ... -
Regulation of the Type III Secretion System by PtsN in Pseudomonas aeruginosa
(5/3/2023)There are many virulence factors in Pseudomonas aeruginosa that contribute to this opportunistic pathogen's ability to evade the immune system and persist during drug therapy. Previous studies recognized the protein PtsN ... -
Relational contexts and sunk cost
(2016-04-28)The present study examines the connection between relational contexts and the likelihood of engaging in sunk cost. Two hundred thirty-one undergraduate students participated in an online survey asking them to make a sunk ... -
Relationship among students' research awareness, research interest, and final grades in first-year science courses
(2020-05-01)Undergraduate research experience can benefit first year students through better understanding of scientific principles and awareness of research potential. Prior research experience and course-embedded research may increase ... -
Relationship between anti-anxiety and anti-depressant medication on therapy and coping mechanism
(2021-12-02)This study aimed to look at the relationship between anti-anxiety and anti-depressant medication on therapy and coping mechanisms. More specifically, does the age at prescription of anti-anxiety or anti-depressant drugs ... -
Relationship between diet and sleep quality in collegiate cross-country and track and field athletes
(4/18/2023)Previous studies suggest the consumption of specific foods can influence sleep quality through the disruption of the circadian rhythm. One key demographic this relationship might impact is student-athletes, who have been ... -
Relative direction
(2020-03-09)The thesis includes three creative nonfiction essays that explore relationships between family members. The first story focuses on the engagement between my parents and how it didn't go as planned. The second story is about ... -
Reliability and accuracy of digital thermometers used by veterinary professionals to determine temperatures of animals
(2015-04-20)The purpose of this study was to determine the accuracy and reliability of thirty two different thermometers used to measure animal's rectal temperature. Thermometers are important in all medical fields, both human and ... -
Religious influence on political ideology
(2019-05-02)The purpose of this research paper is to study and investigate the influence religious ties have on our ideological way of thinking. Ultimately I aim to discover if there is a trend in certain religious practices with the ... -
Reproductive and physiological response to environmental stress in Anolis sagrei and Anolis carolinensis
(2015-12-11)Some species appear to be more well-suited than others for invasion success; Anolis sagrei (the brown anole) is one such species. What makes an invasive species like the brown anole apparently so well adapted to colonizing ... -
Repurposing food waste in the hospitality industry to reduce hunger and environmental impact
(2020-04-30)This study focuses on repurposing food waste in the hospitality industry in order to reduce hunger and environmental impact by exploring the relationship between food waste and sustainability and hunger. A review of current ... -
Research report on consumer behavior for Curbside Chronicle readers
(2020-12-14)The Curbside Chronicle is a street paper serving Oklahoma City. By developing magazines and selling them at cost to vendors who then sell to consumers, they encourage the residents of Oklahoma City to interact and engage ... -
Researching Hispanic health risks
(2018-12-14)This historical based research thesis is primarily focused on the Hispanic population regarding their health. The historical study was based off of the BASIC study performed in Corpus Christi, Texas. The BASIC study explains ... -
Response of U.S. university and college technology transfer to AMP v. Myriad (2013)
(2019-05-07)The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) aims to stimulate and promote innovation, to strengthen the nation's industry and economy, and to maintain the United States' technological competitiveness on a global ... -
Rethinking aid in developing countries: A framework
(2017-04-25)When we look at the history of aid, we see that the outcomes are not always reflective of the original goal. So how can we make sure that our aid is effective and accomplishing its original goals? I developed this framework ... -
Retraumatization
(2018-04-11)Trauma is complicated enough on its own, but aspects of personal identity such as gender, sexuality, and mental illness can make coping and recovery even more complicated. My multi-genre portfolio, "Retraumatization" ... -
Retro fit kit to the exhaust of a JetCat P100 for electrical power generation
(4/13/2023)This paper presents the design and analysis of a power generator retro fit kit that bolts on a JetCat P100 in place of the stock nozzle. The motivation for this study is for small high-speed aircraft that would benefit ... -
Return to the Siegel-Mahler-Roth Theorem
(2018-05-01)A translation of Alain Robert's non-standard analysis article from French to English. -
Review of a year of New York Times references to genetically modified organisms
(2016-05-06)In the last ten years the media coverage of the topic of GMOs has steadily increased (Goyal & Gurto, 2011). People are informed about GMOs mainly through the internet and popular press (Goyal & Gurto, 2011). Popular press ... -
Review of the factors that influence a patient's decision to forego chemotherapy
(2016-05-06)Background/Objective: Cancer is the rapid, uncontrolled growth of cells. Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States. Chemotherapy is a major course of treatment used to cure and/or slow the growth of ...