NDSU Theses & Dissertations: Recent submissions
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The First Exit-Time Analysis of an Approximate Barndorff-Nielsen and Shephard Model, with Data Science-Based Applications in the Commodity Market
(North Dakota State University, 2021)In this dissertation, an approximate version of the Barndorff-Nielsen and Shephard model, driven by a Brownian motion and a Lévy subordinator, is formulated. The first-exit time of the log-return process for this model is ... -
Optimizing Selection and Implementation Protocols of Lean Construction Tools and Techniques for Rapid Initial Successes
(North Dakota State University, 2021)Lean construction (LC) has been considered as one of the most promising project management philosophies to overcome low productivity and excessive waste issues impacting the construction industry. Despite strong philosophies ... -
Understanding Programmed Cell Death Pathways by Characterizing Barley Disease Lesion Mimic Mutants
(North Dakota State University, 2021)Programmed cell death (PCD) in plants refers to rapid and localized cell death that occurs as a result of regular biological processes, or in response to infection or injury. Understanding the molecular mechanisms of PCD ... -
Logistics of North Dakota State Local Food System: An Empirical Study to Measure Local Food Supply and Demand for Regional Food Hub Feasibility Study
(North Dakota State University, 2021)Because North Dakota (ND) is one of only four states that do not have a food hub, the purpose of the regional food hub feasibility study was to empirically evaluate whether the ND local food system needs a food hub from a ... -
Biophysical Characterization of Living Cells and Membrane Receptors by Atomic Force Spectroscopy
(North Dakota State University, 2021)Cellular biomechanics and cellular communication via receptor-ligand interactions play an important role in controlling cell development and maintaining cellular functions. Atomic force spectroscopy (AFM) technique has ... -
An Agent-Based Model for the Water Allocation and Management of Hydraulic Fracturing
(North Dakota State University, 2022)An agent-based model (ABM) is developed to simulate the impacts on streamflow and groundwater levels by the dramatic increase of hydraulic fracturing (HF) water use. To develop the agent-based model, institution theory is ... -
From Paintings to Opera: Discovering the Reimagination of William Hogarth's A Rake's Progress in Igor Stravinsky's The Rake's Progress
(North Dakota State University, 2022)The Rake’s Progress (1951) is a well-known satirical opera in three acts with an epilogue by Igor Stravinsky (1882-1971), with a libretto written by Wystan Hugh Auden (1907-1973) and Chester Kallman (1921-1975). This opera ... -
Effect of Perceived Friend Intervention on Individual-level Bullying and Intervention
(North Dakota State University, 2010)The main aim of this study was to examine the relation between perceived friend intervention and individual-level bullying and intervention. The mediating role of beliefs about aggression and attitudes toward victims was ... -
Image Sensor Classification System for Prosthesis Control
(North Dakota State University, 2010)This paper proposes the integration of an image sensor classification system into the control scheme for prosthetic limbs. The goal is to minimize the mental strain experienced by brain-computer interface (BCI) users ... -
The Evaluation of Soil Carbon Levels on Post-contract Conservation Reserve Program Lands in Southwestern North Dakota using Multiple Agricultural Use Practices
(North Dakota State University, 2010)The Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) removes highly erodible lands from production for a contract period of 10 to 15 years. During the contract period permanent vegetation cover is established, allowing biological, ... -
Automatic Evaluation of Mobile Web Pages
(North Dakota State University, 2010)The use of mobile devices to access the information on the World Wide Web is growing rapidly. The growth has created a surge in the number of webpages being designed for mobile devices. In order to support efficient ... -
Interactions of Iron Nanoparticles with Microorganisms
(North Dakota State University, 2010)Nanoparticles (<I 00nm) are being used in different applications such as biomedical, personal care, industrial, and environmental remediation. NZVI particles have unique physico-chemical properties like high surface area ... -
The Web Based Meeting Scheduler
(North Dakota State University, 2010)In this paper I present a Web based Meeting Scheduler which is a web-based easy to use group calendar application for scheduling events, reserving meeting rooms and scheduling meetings. Meetings and events may be scheduled ... -
A Sensor System Designed for Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscope-based Coating Performance Evaluation
(North Dakota State University, 2010)One of the traditional methods for coating performance evaluation is using Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS). The theory of using EIS to evaluate coating performance is to measure the coating impedance in a ... -
Enculturating Gender: Examining Bestselling Children's Picture Books
(North Dakota State University, 2010)This research examines gender depictions in 20 current bestselling children's picture books. I argue that children's picture books, specifically those aimed at children 0-5 years of age, portray gender in a way that ... -
The Feminist Cure: Feminist Identity As a Shield from Hyper-Sexualized l'vledia Induced Self-Objectification in College Women
(North Dakota State University, 2010)This paper explores the impact of hyper-sexualized media on college women in terms of inducing self-objectification and/or inhibiting feminist identity. The survey and resulting analysis showed participants' feminist ... -
Transfer Students and the Success of Registration on Degree Completion and Retention
(North Dakota State University, 2010)A transfer student has different needs than a first-year student. For this reason, many four-year institutions have developed orientation and registration programs for transfer students. The transfer orientation and ... -
Relatedness ofisolates of a Novel Genus, Cronobacter, Formerly Known as Enterobacter sakazakii
(North Dakota State University, 2010)Members of the genus Cronobacter were once classified as Enterobacter sakazakii. These bacteria are opportunistic pathogens that are associated with necrotizing enteritis, sepsis and meningitis in neonatal or low-birth-weight ... -
Adaptive Production Planning and Scheduling for the Make-to-order DNA Manufacturing System
(North Dakota State University, 2010)This thesis develops an adaptive production planning and scheduling system for the make-to-order plasmid (DNA) manufacturing system. The system, which has stochastic nature and random demand, was represented by a ... -
Fathers Raising a Child with Autism Spectrum Disorder: Development of a Father Training Course
(North Dakota State University, 2010)The purpose of this paper was to review research on the issue of fathers raising a 111 child diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and outline the development of a father training course for such families. The ...