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Large-Scale Production, Biochemical And Structural Characterization Of Lactate Dehydrogenase For The Discovery Of Novel Small Molecule Inhibitors, Erol Jahja May 2011

Large-Scale Production, Biochemical And Structural Characterization Of Lactate Dehydrogenase For The Discovery Of Novel Small Molecule Inhibitors, Erol Jahja

Honors Thesis and Capstone Projects

Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH) catalyzes the interconversion of pyruvate and lactate in the final step of anaerobic glycolysis. Many invasive tumors depend on an increased rate of glycolysis in order to maximize their growth potential under hypoxic environments, a phenomenon known as the "Warburg Effect." By finding a way to inhibit LDH, contributions would be made towards the management of cancerous cells by inhibition of their energy production.

Human LDH isoenzyme A was subcloned into an in-house vector (pET28a with a PreScission cleavage site) and overexpressed in E. coli Tuner(DE3) cells as a fusion protein with maltose binding protein (MBP) to …


Johan Nieuhof’S Cathay: Aspects Of Inventing A Travelogue In Early Modern Europe, Ryan Walsh May 2011

Johan Nieuhof’S Cathay: Aspects Of Inventing A Travelogue In Early Modern Europe, Ryan Walsh

Honors Thesis and Capstone Projects

No abstract provided.


What’S That Racket? Experiencing Racquet Sports (And Handball) And An Analysis Of Their Trends And Appealing Factors, Christian Dean L. Faral May 2011

What’S That Racket? Experiencing Racquet Sports (And Handball) And An Analysis Of Their Trends And Appealing Factors, Christian Dean L. Faral

Honors Thesis and Capstone Projects

No abstract provided.


The Unsung Heroes Of College Basketball: A Closer Look At The University Of South Florida Men’S Basketball Team, Jared Brantley May 2011

The Unsung Heroes Of College Basketball: A Closer Look At The University Of South Florida Men’S Basketball Team, Jared Brantley

Honors Thesis and Capstone Projects

There is very little research or information in regards to men’s college basketball staff positions. This study will focus on five positions on the University of South Florida men’s basketball team and explain what they do and whether it is necessary to the functioning of the basketball team. As a member of the University of South Florida men’s basketball team, I will work alongside these five positions and note their responsibilities and the amount of work that goes into upholding those responsibilities. I will also conduct an interview with each position as to gain any additional information that may add …


Comparative Analysis Research Of Robotic Assisted Laparoscopic Prostatectomy, Jonathan Barlaan, Huy Nguyen May 2011

Comparative Analysis Research Of Robotic Assisted Laparoscopic Prostatectomy, Jonathan Barlaan, Huy Nguyen

Honors Thesis and Capstone Projects

Introduction: The goal of laparoscopic prostatectomy is to excise the cancer completely, provide good urinary continence post-operatively, and maintain the ability to have erections after the surgery, if present prior to surgery. Robotic assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy is a procedure performed with the assistance of a surgical robot that provides improved magnified vision in order to help achieve these goals while minimizing surgical incisions. With experience in performing this type of procedure, surgical doctors should be able to reduce operating time, blood loss, and margin error.

Methods: We reviewed the records of 200 patients who underwent treatment between July 2008 and …


Comparing And Contrasting Expressionism, Abstract, And Pop Art, William Johnson May 2011

Comparing And Contrasting Expressionism, Abstract, And Pop Art, William Johnson

Honors Thesis and Capstone Projects

No abstract provided.


Effect Of Barrel Length On The Muzzle Velocity And Report From A Mosin-Nagant 7.62x54r Rifle, Brandon Louis Clark May 2011

Effect Of Barrel Length On The Muzzle Velocity And Report From A Mosin-Nagant 7.62x54r Rifle, Brandon Louis Clark

Honors Thesis and Capstone Projects

The present paper describes an experimental study into the effects of barrel length for the Mosin Nagant 7.62x54R rifle. The parameters investigated were primarily the muzzle velocity and quality of sound produced i.e. report. The original barrel length of 28.75 inches was reduced to a final length of 16.75 inches in two inch increments. At each barrel length a digital chronograph was utilized to measure projectile velocity approximately ten feet downrange, while the sound profile was recorded via a microphone and audio software on a laptop computer. Testing took place in a single day, outdoors in a rural location in …


Putting The Puzzle Together: Factors Related To Emotional Well-Being In Parents Of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders, Olivia F. Macdonald May 2011

Putting The Puzzle Together: Factors Related To Emotional Well-Being In Parents Of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders, Olivia F. Macdonald

Honors Thesis and Capstone Projects

Autism spectrum disorders now affect 1 in 110 children. Thus, thousands of families are facing the unique challenges associated with raising a child with an ASD. The purpose of the current study was to investigate how parental well-being relates to coping strategies, social support, and isolation. Mothers and fathers were recruited through the email lists of autism organizations, and 221 parents completed an anonymous, online survey. A decrease in reported feelings of anxiety and depression with greater use of social support supported the literature on the beneficial role it has on emotional well-being. Analyses also suggested that informal sources of …


The Knowledge, Attitudes, And Behaviors Of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual And Transgender University Of South Florida (Usf) Students Concerning Human Papillomavirus (Hpv) And The Hpv Vaccine, Andrea E. Larson May 2011

The Knowledge, Attitudes, And Behaviors Of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual And Transgender University Of South Florida (Usf) Students Concerning Human Papillomavirus (Hpv) And The Hpv Vaccine, Andrea E. Larson

Honors Thesis and Capstone Projects

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases and can cause several types of cancer, including cervical and anal cancer. The lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) population is an often overlooked subgroup at risk for HPV. The purpose of this research was to describe LGBT college students‟ knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors pertaining to HPV and the HPV vaccine. An online survey consisting of 54 items was created and sent to members of an organization consisting primarily of LGBT students at the University of South Florida. A total of 155 students completed the survey. Several major …


An Examination Of The Mind-Body Coordination Of Vocal Technique, Justina Mathew May 2011

An Examination Of The Mind-Body Coordination Of Vocal Technique, Justina Mathew

Honors Thesis and Capstone Projects

This paper seeks to review the principles of vocal technique as seen from both an artistic and scientific standpoint and ultimately connect these two seemingly incompatible entities. This paper also seeks to review the application of physics to singing; specifically, enhanced coordination between the neural center of the body – the brain – in distinct cortical areas with extremely complex musculature and associated vocal tissues necessary for the production of musical notes. Biophysical modeling can be used to study these intricate processes vis-à-vis the relationship between certain variables such as tract air pressures and the gradients required for song. Such …


Editorial, Gabriel Cartaya Apr 2011

Editorial, Gabriel Cartaya

Revista Surco Sur

No abstract provided.


Detrás Del Humo, Gonzalo Páez Apr 2011

Detrás Del Humo, Gonzalo Páez

Revista Surco Sur

No abstract provided.


Diáspora, María Eugenia Caseiro Apr 2011

Diáspora, María Eugenia Caseiro

Revista Surco Sur

No abstract provided.


La Cautiva, Ana María Fuster Lavín Apr 2011

La Cautiva, Ana María Fuster Lavín

Revista Surco Sur

No abstract provided.


Palabras No-Pronunciables: El Idioma Como “Tercer Lugar”, Kenya C. Dworking Y Méndez Apr 2011

Palabras No-Pronunciables: El Idioma Como “Tercer Lugar”, Kenya C. Dworking Y Méndez

Revista Surco Sur

No abstract provided.


El Poeta Es Un Malabarista De Navajas, Marco Fonts Apr 2011

El Poeta Es Un Malabarista De Navajas, Marco Fonts

Revista Surco Sur

No abstract provided.


No Hay Regreso, Gloria Hernández, María Adela Hernández, Salvador Mendiola Apr 2011

No Hay Regreso, Gloria Hernández, María Adela Hernández, Salvador Mendiola

Revista Surco Sur

No abstract provided.


Ya No Puedo Ser Poeta, Nayví Hernández Apr 2011

Ya No Puedo Ser Poeta, Nayví Hernández

Revista Surco Sur

No abstract provided.


Gerardo Piña-Rosales Y Su Novela Desde Esta Cámara Oscura, Leonora Acuña De Marmolejo Apr 2011

Gerardo Piña-Rosales Y Su Novela Desde Esta Cámara Oscura, Leonora Acuña De Marmolejo

Revista Surco Sur

No abstract provided.


La Pasión Por América En La Poesía De Rubén Vela, Ime Biassoni Apr 2011

La Pasión Por América En La Poesía De Rubén Vela, Ime Biassoni

Revista Surco Sur

No abstract provided.


Memorias Del Desarrollo: El Nombre Propio De La Historia, Dean Luis Reyes Apr 2011

Memorias Del Desarrollo: El Nombre Propio De La Historia, Dean Luis Reyes

Revista Surco Sur

No abstract provided.


Memoria Poética Luego De Una Pesadilla Interandina, Gloria Mendoza Borda Apr 2011

Memoria Poética Luego De Una Pesadilla Interandina, Gloria Mendoza Borda

Revista Surco Sur

No abstract provided.


Carlos Velazco Entrevista A Miguel Coyula, Carlos Velazco Apr 2011

Carlos Velazco Entrevista A Miguel Coyula, Carlos Velazco

Revista Surco Sur

No abstract provided.


La Frontera Como Sistema Simbólico En La Literatura Mexicana Contemporánea, Perla Ábrego Apr 2011

La Frontera Como Sistema Simbólico En La Literatura Mexicana Contemporánea, Perla Ábrego

Revista Surco Sur

No abstract provided.


When The Spirits Dance Mambo: La Experiencia Femenina Negra En La Diáspora Puertorriqueña, Michele C. Dávila Gonçalves Apr 2011

When The Spirits Dance Mambo: La Experiencia Femenina Negra En La Diáspora Puertorriqueña, Michele C. Dávila Gonçalves

Revista Surco Sur

No abstract provided.


Acercamiento A La Novela Concierto Para Leah, De Maira Landa, Margarita Iguina Bravo Apr 2011

Acercamiento A La Novela Concierto Para Leah, De Maira Landa, Margarita Iguina Bravo

Revista Surco Sur

No abstract provided.


Las Eras De René Vázquez Díaz, Miguel Ángel Fraga Apr 2011

Las Eras De René Vázquez Díaz, Miguel Ángel Fraga

Revista Surco Sur

No abstract provided.


The Pronoun Problem: Possible Changes In The Use Of Epicene Pronouns, Brittany Norton Apr 2011

The Pronoun Problem: Possible Changes In The Use Of Epicene Pronouns, Brittany Norton

Honors Thesis and Capstone Projects

No abstract provided.


The Civil Engineering Balancing Act, Elena M. Rodriguez Apr 2011

The Civil Engineering Balancing Act, Elena M. Rodriguez

Honors Thesis and Capstone Projects

The capstone design project for the civil engineering students at the University of South Florida involved designing a replacement bridge for the current Anna Maria Island Bridge in Anna Maria, Florida. The new bridge would replace the current low-level, two-lane drawbridge with a high-level fixed bridge. As part of a group of learning engineers, the task at hand was to develop an economically optimal design proposal and then carry this design to a refined stage. However, it is a common misconception among the members of society that designing is the civil engineer’s only obligation to a project. In order to …


The Slap Tear: A Modern Baseball Focus, Jonathan Koscso Apr 2011

The Slap Tear: A Modern Baseball Focus, Jonathan Koscso

Honors Thesis and Capstone Projects

No abstract provided.