Auburn University Graduate School: Recent submissions
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A TECHNO-ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF AGRIVOLTAIC SYSTEMS WITH TOMATO AND STRAWBERRY IN ALABAMA
(2024-05-03)
This study presents a techno-economic analysis of agrivoltaic systems (AV) with tomato and strawberry in Alabama, exploring their profitability from the perspectives of farmers. We consider a hypothetical four acres of ...
Towards understanding computer vision system
(2024-05-03)
In the realm of machine learning and deep neural networks, despite the significant strides made across diverse applications, the understanding and interpretation of these models, particularly under adversarial conditions ...
Design of Customized Independent Living Environment for Individuals with Mobility Issues
(2024-05-03)
Since ancient times, the groups of people with disabilities cannot be ignored, and wars around the world resulting in many amputations in army veterans and civilians have brought disability issues to the world consciousness. ...
Experiencing a Safe Classroom: A Critical Phenomenological Study of Graduate Teaching Assistants in Counselor Education who Teach Diversity and Social Justice Courses
(2024-05-03)
The classroom is a gathering of individuals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. When course content focuses on diversity and social justice content, discussions can invite dialogue with the potential to damage ...
Structural Integrity of Hasty Aircraft Inflatable Large Shelters (HAILS) Under Wind Loads
(2024-05-03)
Hasty aircraft inflatable large shelters (HAILS) are lightweight, long spanning, cost efficient, easily transported, and easily erected structures. However, these flexible membrane structures are susceptible to large ...
Guidelines for Designing Recreational Vehicles Functionally and Interior for Selected Culture
(2024-05-03)
The thesis is about creating a guideline to help design recreational vehicles for one specific culture or subculture. It covers a brief history of the birth and development of recreational vehicles, including the predecessor ...
Toward a Theory of Black, Rural Praxis
(2024-05-02)
This study explores how outreach-oriented practitioners (OOPs) across the interdisciplinary field of higher education support Black, rural students and communities in Alabama. It asks two questions: (1) How do practitioners’ ...
Three Essays on Public Economics and Economic History
(2024-05-02)
How do government regulatory policies shape economic output and consumer welfare? What are the costs and benefits of government regulations? These two fundamental inquiries are at the core of my research. In this dissertation, ...
The Evolution and Ecology of Virulence in Xylella fastidiosa
(2024-05-02)
This thesis investigates the ecology and evolution of virulence in Xylella fastidiosa, a xylem-limited bacterium with significant impacts on countless important agricultural plant species. Through microfluidic chamber ...
"Our Village Looks Like A Collection of Bee Hives”: The Iron Brigade and Military Encampments During the American Civil War, 1861-1863.
(2024-05-02)
Civil War historians regard the Iron Brigade as one of the preeminent fighting units of the American Civil War. The 2nd Wisconsin, 6th Wisconsin, and 7th Wisconsin regiments; the 19th Indiana; and beginning in October 1862, ...
Futureproof: Computer Enthusiasts and the PC (R)evolution
(2024-05-02)
This project is a study of the establishment of the ‘PC Master Race’ identity within the larger
personal computer/desktop computer enthusiast and gamer communities. This group (and its
associated ideology) is traceable ...
First-Generation OTC Antihistamine Use and Voice Function: A preliminary study
(2024-05-02)
Objectives/Hypothesis: The primary goal of this investigation was to characterize the effect of the first-generation, over-the-counter antihistamine, Chlor-Trimeton on laryngeal structure and function.
Study Design: ...
Does Access Imply Usability? Evaluating Social and Physical Barriers to Park Access and Usability within Atlanta, Georgia
(2024-05-02)
The mere existence of green spaces doesn't guarantee their usage, and access to them isn't solely dependent on their proximity. This study investigates park use in Atlanta, Georgia with a focus on understanding how park ...
Earth Anchor Loading and Capacity for Temporary Structures Under Wind Load
(2024-05-01)
Ground anchors have been used in construction for decades to provide tethering and uplift support to many types of construction and utility operations. Many of the current techniques to evaluate pull out capacity of anchors ...
Enhancement in NaCl aerosol filtration in a filter media through the use of porous fibers with multiscale, multidomain porosities: Unveiling novel filtration mechanisms governed by capillary and thermodynamic forces.
(2024-05-01)
Studying NaCl aerosol filtration holds significant importance for several reasons. It is commonly used as a standard challenge aerosol for testing air filter media because it resembles properties of many airborne particles. ...
Investigating the therapeutic potential of REV-ERB⍺ activation in chronic inflammatory diseases
(2024-05-01)
Metabolic-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) is a metabolic disease of the liver, that manifests itself as steatohepatitis, inflammation, and fibrosis. It has the potential to progress to cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma ...
The Relationship Between Teacher Burnout and Principal Leadership Style
(2024-05-01)
The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between principal leadership style and perceived teacher motivation and burnout in a specific region of Alabama in various elementary, middle, and high schools. In ...
Investigation of the Impact of Copper Homeostasis on Cellular Physiology
(2024-05-01)
The copper pool within the mitochondrial matrix is required for assembly and activity of cytochrome c oxidase and a portion of copper/zinc superoxide dismutase. The mitochondrial copper exists bound to an anionic, fluorescent ...
Exploring the Impact of Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Nerve Growth Factor, and Exercise on Skeletal Muscle
(2024-05-01)
Skeletal muscle is the largest organ of the body with many essential functions. Recent studies have linked obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) with skeletal muscle loss and dysfunction. The first objective of this ...
Social Anxiety in Sexual Minority Individuals: The Role of Hypervigilance
(2024-05-01)
The current study aimed to investigate the associations between hypervigilance and social anxiety disorder (SA) in sexual minority (SM) individuals, as well as the role of gay, lesbian, bisexual, or other non-heterosexual ...