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Math 238-141, Summer 2023: General Calculus Ii, Adrian Ionescu

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Math 211-141, Summer 2023: Calculus Iii A, Priyanka Rana Concepcion

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Math 222-031, 131, Summer 2023: Differential Equations, Jeyakumaran Ratnaswamy

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Math 279-011, Summer 2023: Statistics And Probability For Engineers, Fariborz Jamedar

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Math 112-031, 032, 131, Summer 2023: Calculus Ii, Mathematical Sciences Department

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Where Did They Come From? Why Did They Go? How Engineering Students’ Perceptions Cultivate Experiences And Influence Behaviors, Sara Campbell Vick

Theses and Dissertations

Engineering undergraduate students have opinions and perceptions of engineering disciplines and engineering undergraduate students do not always matriculate and graduate in precisely the same discipline. Understanding how these two characteristics of engineering undergraduate students interact to inform behaviors is important for engineering educators and administrators to increase and improve recruitment and retention among their students.

This dissertation approached each characteristic of engineering students, first separately and then together. A nationwide survey of undergraduate engineering students found significant differences in how students perceive various engineering disciplines along several paired-term anchored scales. These differences were equally significant when scores were considered in …

Mother Goddess As Mother Nature, Elizabeth Ungar

Senior Theses

This paper analyzes the connection between the Ancient Mother Goddess and the modern EcoFeminist movement by illustrating similar traits and symbolic images that they share. I first examine how far back the mother figure was praised in human history, and how images of the feminine body connect to the nurturing aspect of our Earth in Paleolithic times. I then analyze the Mother Goddess figure through three ancient religious Goddesses; the Hindu Goddess Devi and all of her embodiments, the Ancient Egyptian Goddess Isis, and the mother goddess Gaia in Greek mythology.

Boomtowns - Mirage Of Paradise: An Investigation Of Urban Typologies In The U.S.’ Largest Energy Corridor, Tabitha L. Kelly

2023 Spring Honors Capstone Projects - Archive

Boomtowns have historically been a vernacular urban typology found in resource-extracting territories across the globe. The Permian Basin in West Texas is a territory with numerous petrochemical clusters extracting, refining, and transporting fossil fuels as part of a dense extraction and distribution network. This work aims to (1) locate boomtown territories, and (2) identify the urban elements of boomtowns to classify this typology based on site-specific studies in the era of anthropogenic climate change. Methodologically, a series of geospatial analysis tools are applied to study the morphology of four West Texas cities. The identified elements of boomtowns serve as a …

Exploration Of The Relationship Between The Mean Power Spectral Density Of Electrogastrography And Gestational Maturation Of Preterm Infants, Elizabeth Ann Rhodes

2023 Spring Honors Capstone Projects - Archive

Feeding preterm infants can be a challenge due to gastrointestinal (GI) immaturity which can lead to feeding intolerance, malnutrition, and poor neurodevelopment. Currently there is no non-invasive and quantitative method to determine GI maturity in infants. Electrogastrography (EGG) provides a non-invasive method of measuring gastric myoelectrical activity and has been used on adults to determine gastric abnormalities. EGG was explored as an option for determining GI maturity in preterm infants by quantifying the power spectral density (PSD) of EGG data and its spectral means. The power spectral density and spectral means were calculated during three gastric rhythm (GR) bands (mPSDgr) …

Determination Of The Absorption Coefficient Of Open And Closed Cell Materials, Fernando Agustin Alejandre

2023 Spring Honors Capstone Projects - Archive

With the growing development of self-driving vehicles, the issue of passenger discomfort due to noise pollution has infiltrated the automobile industry. The computer driving these vehicles requires multiple fans to maintain optimal temperatures. To reduce the noise level created by the fans, this senior design team was tasked with developing a sound dampening solution that can be implemented to the computer superstructure while maintaining aesthetics, functionality, and accessibility for repair of the computer. This extended project was performed to investigate the sound absorption properties of open and closed cell materials that could then be used to create a solution. The …

Evaluating Plastic Bending Using The Cozzone Method And Material Non-Linear Fea, Mikaela Leevy

2023 Spring Honors Capstone Projects - Archive

In a wide range of practical applications, plastic bending analysis methods are important in understanding the structural capability of a part beyond the elastic range of a material. In the senior design project of which I am a member, a 3/8 inch diameter pin is a key structural component for a mooring cam product targeted at marine applications. The goal of this project is to compare two analysis methods of plastic bending in this pin to elastic calculations and experimental data. The two plastic analysis methods used are the Cozzone method and material non-linear finite element analysis with three-point bending …

The Increasing Demand For Offering Construction Management Programs., Koosha Jamali

2023 Spring Honors Capstone Projects - Archive

Those who wish to begin their careers in construction management do so primarily with either construction trade experience or academic backgrounds. There are narrow pathways through educational institutions for those seeking construction management careers. Many universities do not offer construction curriculums. Instead, students often study architecture or civil engineering as a gateway to the industry. Some work as tradesmen and move on to managerial positions. As those options are neither direct nor efficient, the solution would be to offer specific degree plans for construction management practices. Some universities provide construction management. However, there is a demand for much more. This …

Symptom Patterns And Their Association With Influencing Factors In Adults With Long Covid - A Secondary Analysis, Maaham Chaudhry

2023 Spring Honors Capstone Projects - Archive

Currently available information on the risk factors, manifestation, treatments, and long-term effects of the long COVID is inconclusive, requiring further research to identify timely interventions that may help treat long COVID patients, reduce symptom burden and restore functional abilities. This research aims to analyze symptom patterns and their association with influencing factors in adults with long COVID by examining intercorrelations among symptoms, identifying influencing factors of symptoms, and examining the associations of symptoms with disability and quality of life over time in long COVID patients. The Theory of Unpleasant Symptoms developed by Lenz et al. (1997) is applied as the …

Is Artificial Intelligence (Ai) In Recruitment Getting Better?, Usra Asghar Qureshi

2023 Spring Honors Capstone Projects - Archive

In recent years, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the recruitment process has seen a significant increase, with many companies relying on third-party vendors to streamline their efforts. While AI has numerous advantages such as improving efficiency, reducing costs, and identifying the most qualified candidates, there are concerns about algorithmic bias and unfair treatment. Possible causes of these issues include insufficient training, improper technology use, and inadequate parameter specifications. The study examines the sentiment surrounding AI hiring over the last decade and determines whether advancements in technology and a better understanding of AI have made it mature enough to …

Design And Implementation Of Solar Powered Parking System, Fnu Mustansir Husain

2023 Spring Honors Capstone Projects - Archive

The demand for sustainable designs in civil engineering is increasing and the use of renewable resources is encouraged to reduce the environmental impact and increase industry standards. A solar powered system installation not only prioritizes sustainable development but also helps economically by reducing electricity costs. This report discusses the schematic design plans for a solar powered system installed over a parking lot, to generate green energy and minimize long-term running costs. This utilizes the parking space to provide shade to the vehicles along with stations to power the electric vehicles. The site features two different canopies, placed over the parking …

Social Equity Through Design, Jacqueline Lizbeth Hernandez

2023 Spring Honors Capstone Projects - Archive

Historically targeted racialized policies and the continuation of socioeconomic inequality in Dallas have ushered in disparities in the quality of public spaces and amenities. Public spaces are significant because they provide cultural representation, economic opportunities, and social integration. The study analyzed five public spaces for six weeks across the city of Dallas to determine the success or challenges they provided to the community. The current demographics determined the location of the space of the research to show representation in each category of upper, middle, and lower-income communities. The visit to each park took place once a week for one hour …

3d Microstructural Characterization Of Heart Valve Leaflets, Ifejola Adebo

2023 Spring Honors Capstone Projects - Archive

Heart valve disease is common in the world today and understanding the anatomical linkages, collagen, and elastin microstructures between the various heart valves is important for developing effective treatments. Four heart valves were gotten from the heart of a pig as they closely mimic the human heart. The purpose of this study was to analyze and compare the properties of the surrounding fibrous microenvironment of the tricuspid, mitral, pulmonary, and aortic valves after tissue clearing and imaging with a light-sheet microscope. The tissue clearing process entails procedures that render the samples transparent for in-depth imaging of the heart valves using …

Algorithm Development For Automatic Analysis Of Biomodal Optical And Electrical Nanosensing Time-Series Data, Yu Shiuan Huang

2023 Spring Honors Capstone Projects - Archive

Nanopore biosensors have played an essential role in bio-analyte characterization, but traditional biosensors are limited by short analyte translocation times. Dr. Alexandrakis has invented the Self-induced Back Action Nanopore Electrophoresis (SANE) to slow analytes down by optically trapping them as they travel through the nanopore. By collecting optical and electrical data, SANE enables comprehensive bio-analyte characterization. However, the manual analysis of bimodal data is work-intensive, highlighting the need for automated data analysis. The longer-term aims of this project are to develop a MATLAB algorithm that automatically identifies positive and negative signals being created when a molecule enters and escapes the …

Antoni Gaudí: Nature & Geometry, Sana Ashfaq Fatimah

2023 Spring Honors Capstone Projects - Archive

Antoni Gaudí believed that architecture is the fusion of nature and geometry. He had the power to unite form and structure and he continued to achieve this in his work which made it hold a special place in the history of Barcelona’s architecture. He is known for his work to have changed the way architecture was approached. Although many hated his work at first, it was after his death that they realized how he has the power to unite nature and geometry. To further understand his legacy, a collection, and analysis of books, journals, and scholarly material was undertaken. The …

The International Relations Gender Gap, Meghna Sharda

2023 Spring Honors Capstone Projects - Archive

Like many other fields, there is a gender gap within the discipline of International Relations (IR). In this gap, female scholars are not as recognized as male scholars for their work and are pushed to pursue specific areas of study compared to male scholars. This thesis argues that the marginalization of women in the IR discipline has consequences for the types of research questions that dominate the field. To demonstrate this, this study analyzes journal articles in seven of the most prominent disciplinary journals (International Studies Quarterly, International Organization, European Journal of International Relations, Foreign Policy Analysis, Journal of Conflict …

Melanoma Chemotherapy Treatment Using Modified Cellulose-Based Injectable Hydrogel Combined With Temozolomide, Kayla Meyers

2023 Spring Honors Capstone Projects - Archive

A local delivery method of an injectable modified cellulose nanofiber hydrogel, DNCNF PAA 10%, loaded with the chemotherapy drug temozolomide, TMZ, was studied to investigate the most effective and safest therapy window on duke melanoma 6 (DM6) and human dermal fibroblast cells (HDF-α). Loaded hydrogel concentrations of 25μM1000μM were administered inside PDMS microcurrent device for 72 hours, removed, cells stained, and quantified. For the long-term study, treatment was administered for 72 hours, treatment removed, and cells recovered for 72 hours. The data was quantified using a fluorescent live/dead cell assay and cells counted. There was a cell death dosage effect …

Value Of Mechanical Design In Buildings Proper Information Inputs System Creation 3-D Modeling, Johnathan Noe Vasquez

2023 Spring Honors Capstone Projects - Archive

Mechanical design of a building is a crucial discipline that focuses on the comfortability of the occupants of the building. Functionality of proper systems within the building is essential in building success and proper design. Specifically, knowing the factors that affect HVAC design is crucial in designing properly. In addition to this knowledge, one should gain expertise in a program that can generate loads based on a mechanical standpoint. After loads are generated, the information provided is used to select specific equipment that can satisfy the design required. This is where manufacturers are researched, and data is compared to view …

Suburban Application Of Image Processing For License Plate Detection, Ryan James Bluestein

2023 Spring Honors Capstone Projects - Archive

It is not uncommon to see vehicles speeding in residential neighborhoods, particularly near high traffic areas such as highways or city centers. This issue is typically either dealt with by stationing police officers along streets, or by ignoring the issue completely. By capturing images of license plates and processing them to extract the plate numbers, offenders can easily and inexpensively be monitored and reported. One method of processing these images is to run them through a convolutional neural network. These networks excel at detecting objects within images. By creating a convolutional neural network, and training it based on sample data, …

A Way To Assess The Impairment Of Cerebral Autoregulation In Pediatric Patients Under Ecmo With Neuroimaging Abnormalities, Sylvine N. Ineza

2023 Spring Honors Capstone Projects - Archive

Cerebral autoregulation protects the healthy brain by maintaining an adequate cerebral blood flow in case of blood pressure changes. Cannulation of great blood vessels and alterations of pulsatile flow patterns during ECMO (Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation) alters cerebral autoregulation. This project provides a reliable methodology that can assess the degree of cerebral autoregulation impairment of ECMO patients and examine if it can be correlated or predictive of neuroimaging abnormalities. Initially, we used the normal WTC MATLAB code to obtain a time-frequency map. Then we calculated the in-phase percent significance and used the resultant values to determine the Scale Averaged Percent Significance …

Interactive Living Stream, Yuvaram Devarajulu

2023 Spring Honors Capstone Projects - Archive

The Living Stream product promotes education of the wildlife instreams of the national parks by making the sites accessible and providing the opportunity to experience nature through augmented reality. The US ARMY CORPS of Engineers stated the need for making national parks accessible to individuals unable to participate in the great outdoors. There are several individuals who often face difficulties accessing outdoor parks due to different reasons. The stream projection is expected to include several elements that resemble real water streams on earth. A projector would display a simulation of a pond with some animations of native fish and splashing …

Evolution Of Dallas's Old City Hall, Alexia Diermeier

2023 Spring Honors Capstone Projects - Archive

This thesis analyzes the preservation of Old City Hall in Dallas, Texas, as its functionality has evolved over time. It evaluates its significance as a monument to Dallas's early municipal government and civic pride, and as a prime example of early 1900s public buildings in America. The paper uses case studies of other historic preservation projects, including the 1976 Old Supreme Court and Old Senate Chamber in Washington D.C., the Enoch Pratt Free Library in Baltimore, Maryland, and the Collin County Courthouse in McKinney, Texas. The thesis compares the preservation processes of Old City Hall with these landmarks and provides …

Design And Implementation Of A 14-Segment Display For A Speed Feedback Sign, Sam Safaei Mehro

2023 Spring Honors Capstone Projects - Archive

The speed feedback sign is an instrumental tool in providing feedback to drivers on the road to ensure the safety of all patrons around them by showing said drivers an instantaneous visual comparison to the speed limit. While the entire project involves the creation of a speed feedback sign equipped with a camera to record video of speeding vehicles, the contribution presented here is the display for the sign. The sign will not only provide the numerical vehicle speed, but also a message to flash intermittently at a given vehicle speed. The display on the speed feedback sign must not …

Comparing Machine Learning Algorithms For Vehicle Route Prediction, Prithvidhar Pudu

2023 Spring Honors Capstone Projects - Archive

Route prediction is an important tool in understanding the trajectories of vehicles. This information can be used to make intelligent decisions in city planning such as traffic avoidance and pedestrian safety. Machine Learning can predict these routes by learning common patterns from previous vehicle paths. These vehicle paths are plentiful due to the abundance of IoT devices and advancements in computer vision. The most suitable machine learning algorithm that could accurately predict destinations was determined by passing vehicle data to three popular machine learning algorithms: Decision Trees, Artificial Neural Networks, and Naïve-Bayes. The training data for these algorithms was converted …

The Rise And Fall Of High-Profile Issues In Modern American Politics, Taylor Thanh Huynh

2023 Spring Honors Capstone Projects - Archive

New controversies in America’s current political environment signal increased social uncertainty. By looking at changing public interest following a significant political event, this research provides an insight into how high-profile issues affect public awareness, political participation, and substantive views. With a focus on the topic of abortion, the project examines reactions to the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2022 Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization decision as a case study to determine how high-profile issues impact public attitudes. A multi-method approach with regular opinion polls, entrance polls, exit polls, voter turnout data, news endorsements, and media usage patterns is used to examine …

Genotypic Result Of The Insulin-Like Receptor Gene Knockout In Daphnia Pulex Eb1, Anisa Sarah Kammaz

2023 Spring Honors Capstone Projects - Archive

CRISPR (clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats)-Cas9 has been used in multiple gene modification studies in various organisms. Daphnia, water fleas, are used in ecological studies due to their ability to sense and respond to environmental factors. Their quick life cycles make them prime candidates for gene modification and evolutionary studies. In our experiment, Daphnia pulex EB1 was used in the knockout of the Insulin-like Receptor gene via CRISPR-Cas9 due to its effect on dwarfism in humans and developmental disorders in mice. Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) sequencing was done to compare the EB1 gene of interest to the PA42 reference …