Auburn Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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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 ...
Assessing the Spread and Movement of Cotton Leafroll Dwarf Virus and Cotton Infesting Aphids in the Southern U.S.
(2024-05-01)
The cotton aphid, Aphis gossypii Glover, is the only known vector to transmit cotton leafroll dwarf virus (CLRDV) to cotton, Gossypium hirsutum L., but the role of the aphid vector in the epidemiology of CLRDV is not ...
Adaptive developmental plasticity and hormetic effects in the zebra finch (Taeniopygia castanotis)
(2024-05-01)
Stressors experienced during development can have persisting detrimental effects on an individual’s phenotype, as well as indirect effects on the phenotype of offspring. However, developmental stressors can also be beneficial ...
Optimizing Beekeepers’ Strategies for Varroa destructor Management
(2024-05-01)
We benefit from a longstanding relationship with the Western honey bee, Apis mellifera. In particular, honey bee pollination is important for crops worldwide. Colony losses are elevated in regions including North America, ...
‘Structure - Processing - Property’ Relationships of Cellulose Nanocrystals for Optical and Sensing Applications
(2024-05-01)
This research enhanced scientific understanding of the structure-processing-property relationships that govern the assembly of sulfated cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) into films for photonic and sensing applications. CNCs ...
Development of Hybrid Model for Estimating Liquid Entrainment Fraction and Uncertainty: Integrating Machine Learning and First Principles
(2024-05-01)
In two-phase annular flow, a thin liquid film forms around the pipe as gas flows through the pipeline center. Some portion of the liquid is carried into the gas core. The liquid entrainment fraction, which is defined as ...
Valorization of Loblolly Pine (Pinus taeda) Downed Timber: Degradation and Recovery of Natural Polymers to Improve Bioeconomy Strategies
(2024-05-01)
In the aftermath of events such as hurricanes, downed timber's economic impact can reach billions. Accurate forecasting of stumpage prices post-events is crucial yet challenging due to data nature. This study innovatively ...
Growing Agricultural Literacy: Investigating Knowledge and Attitudes Toward Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Security
(2024-04-30)
In an era of increasing global populations, agricultural literacy emerges as a critical need for sustainable engagement with the Earth's resources. This study seeks a comprehensive exploration of agricultural literacy, ...
Black women are F.I.R.E.- Fitting in resistance exercise: A culturally tailored and theory-based exercise intervention for young adult women
(2024-04-30)
BACKGROUND: Black women have the lowest rates of physical activity (PA) in the United States coupled with high prevalence of cardiometabolic risk factors. Resistance exercise (RE) has been shown to mitigate these health ...
Role of IFN-λ in Herpes Simplex Virus-1-induced corneal Immunopathology
(2024-04-30)
The Herpes simplex virus (HSV) is a highly successful pathogen in the Herpesviridae family, consisting of eight enveloped human herpesviruses. These double-stranded DNA viruses with similar morphology can reactivate latent ...
Enhancing Bioanalytical Assays with Photocleavable DNA Strands and Valve-Based Microfluidics
(2024-04-30)
The detection and quantification of biomarkers, especially in the early stages of diseases, play a crucial role in developing new therapeutics and increasing treatment effectiveness. Hence it is a vital part of advancing ...
Design What Matters, Better: A Case Study of Universal and Inclusive Design Implementation Throughout the Design Process Toward Empowerment
(2024-04-30)
The architecture and design industry wields significant influence over inclusion and empowerment in the built environment. Historically, marginalized groups have been left out of the design process, resulting in spaces ...