Auburn University Graduate School: Recent submissions
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Deep Learning-based Load Forecasting and Monitoring in the Smart Grid
(2021-12-05)
With the rapid advances in sensing and acquisition, transmission, storage, computing, and analytics, the era of big data has come. Many advanced data analytic techniques, especially machine learning and deep learning ...
District Middle Space Leadership in K-12 School Systems: The Experiences of African American Women
(2021-12-05)
This qualitative study examined African American women as novice, veteran, and former district middle space leaders in K-12 school systems. The current research on African American women in district middle space leadership ...
Parental Involvement from the Perspective of Saudi Graduate Student Parents with Children in Elementary School in the U.S.
(2021-12-03)
Research shows that parental involvement in their children's education is related to positive student outcomes. Although there is a consensus among many researchers that parental involvement is beneficial to students' ...
Molecular modeling, design, and synthesis of some potential selective DNA minor groove alkylators
(2021-12-03)
Small molecules-DNA interactions are responsible for many biological processes. The DNA present in normal and tumor cells are almost identical. Therefore, DNA targeting drugs are used only in serious and life-threatening ...
Cross-Sectional Examination of Career Counseling Initiation: Considerations of the Impact of COVID-19
(2021-12-03)
The purpose of the current study was to gain an understanding of the differences related to the capability dimension of readiness for career choice in college students as measured by career thoughts, career state, and ...
A Numerical and Experimental Study of Additively Manufactured Compact Cold Plates for Electronics Cooling Applications
(2021-12-03)
This research assesses the viability of metal Additive Manufacturing (AM) to create Compact Cold Plate Heat Exchangers. Unique arrays of offset strip fins were used to increase heat transfer and reduce pressure drop. Cold ...
Developing a Genetic Model for Puerto Rico’s Tibes Iron Deposit through Field Observations and Geochemical Analyses
(2021-12-03)
Understanding the formation of iron deposits is key for locating new resources and upholding our pledge to transition to renewable energy as iron is required to make steel, a critical component of all green energy technologies. ...
Power Management of a Grid Forming Enabled Hybrid Energy System
(2021-12-03)
Hybrid power generation systems that combine different renewable energy sources and energy storage systems offer an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional power generators for stand-alone applications. However, ...
Rainfall Simulator Construction and Evaluation of Erosion Control Practices
(2021-12-03)
This thesis addresses the performance of erosion control products using the Auburn University Stormwater Research Facility ASTM D6459 rainfall simulators. Five products were tested for the ALDOT project Evaluation of ALDOT ...
A Comparison of Morphological Maturity Methods in Upland Cotton for the Optimization of Crop Production and Breeding Systems
(2021-12-03)
The indeterminacy of upland cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) necessitates methods for evaluating its reproductive status and progress. There is no universally accepted agronomic method for assessing cotton maturity and the ...
Identification and Distribution of Fungal Pathogens Associated with Loblolly Pine Defoliation and Tree Mortality in the Southeastern United States
(2021-12-03)
Loblolly pine (Pinus taeda L.) is a predominant timber species native to the southeastern United States. Since 2016, the species has been experiencing needle defoliation and tree mortality. Symptoms appear as yellowing to ...
Site Characterization and Modeling Considerations for Slopes Involving Fine Grained Strain-softening Soils
(2021-12-02)
The potential for strength loss in fine grained soils poses a significant hazard for many geotechnical projects. Damage to infrastructure attributed to strain-softening of clayey soils has been documented in many case ...
Improving Nursery Production by Reducing Root Zone Temperatures
(2021-12-02)
The greenhouse and nursery industry in Alabama is a $294 million dollar industry that continues to grow and economically impacts each of the 67 counties in the state. Many challenges present themselves while growing ...
Russian Twitter Trolls and the Production of Moral Panics
(2021-12-02)
The development of moral panic theory within the past 50 years unveiled a framework to analyze social alarm about labeled deviance within public discourse and revealed how the conversation about deviance can shape and ...
Forensic Analysis of a Large Volume Rack Building Impacted by Hurricane Michael (2018)
(2021-12-02)
Metal building systems (MBS) are extremely common and frequently used in commercial, industrial, and warehouse applications thus serving critical roles in local economies. Damage sustained to these buildings through extreme ...
The Effects of Prescribed Fire on Wild Turkeys in the Talladega National Forest
(2021-12-02)
Previous research on the effects of prescribed fire on wild turkeys (Meleagris gallopavo) has been primarily conducted on areas with burn units <300 ha in size. However, large-scale burning (i.e., >1,000 ha burn units) has ...
An Exploration of the Relationship Between Teachers’ Implicit Bias Regarding Islam and Their Response to Student Behavior in a Classroom Vignette
(2021-12-02)
The purpose of this study was to gain insight into how early childhood and elementary education teachers within the United States respond to a Muslim student in a classroom-setting scenario. The study explored (a) teachers’ ...
Study of Friction and Wear Behavior Based on Different Lubricants and Materials
(2021-12-02)
Tribology is the study of friction, wear, and lubrication between the contacting bodies and requires a deeper understanding of multiple disciplines. This study was mainly focused on two main areas: the tribological study ...
Essential amino acid balance in channel catfish Ictalurus punctatus diets
(2021-12-02)
Channel catfish are among the top cultured aquaculture species in the U.S. Protein is an important factor in catfish feeds to allow for proper health and development and accounts for 50%-60% of the total feed cost. Due to ...
Study of chemically reactive surfaces of TiO2 and Ag/TiO2 for adsorptive desulfurization of liquid fuels and photocatalysis applications
(2021-12-02)
The first part of this study focuses on the mechanisms study of UV photo-induced adsorptive desulfurization of liquid model fuels on anatase TiO2 adsorbents. Previous studies showed UV irradiation during or prior to the ...