Auburn University Graduate School: Recent submissions
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Natural competence distribution among Xylella fastidiosa strains and construction of a mutant library for RB-TnSeq
(2021-12-01)
The plant pathogen Xylella fastidiosa is a gram-negative, fastidious, xylem-limited, vector-transmitted bacterium, causing severe diseases on many economically important plants such as grapes, citrus, coffee, olive and ...
Emergent Transport in Ion Exchange Membranes
(2021-12-01)
The ion exchange membrane (IEM) is a crucial part of various applications from water purification (i.e. electrodialysis) to energy conversion (i.e. photoelectrochemical CO2 reduction cells (PEC-CRC) and direct urea fuel ...
Ambiguous Energy Suppression in Encryption Derived Pseudo-Random BPSK Radar Signals
(2021-12-01)
In this thesis, a pseudo-random binary phase shift keying (BPSK) radar signal is developed using Advanced Encryption Standard (AES-192). The primary objective of this encryption based BPSK (E-BPSK) signal is to provide a ...
A Technological Framework to Teach Music Online via Machine Learning with the Focus on Automated Chord Detection
(2021-12-01)
This thesis proposes possible approaches to adding technology to music courses and examines the impact online music courses may have on music teaching and practicing. The main
question in this research is:
How can we ...
Effect of maternal and post-hatch supplementation of 25-hydroxycholecalciferol on duodenal crypt cell proliferation and local innate immunity of broiler chickens
(2021-12-01)
Previously published studies have demonstrated that maternal supplementation of the circulating metabolite of vitamin D3 (D3), 25-hydroxycholecalciferol (25OHD3) enhances immunocompetence of broiler chick offspring. In ...
Evaluation of Pile Load Testing State of Practice for ALDOT Projects
(2021-12-01)
A database of driven piles taken from archives of the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) was created for the purpose of evaluating the pile load testing state of practice for ALDOT. The dataset was derived from ...
An Interdisciplinary Study: A Framework Supporting the Automated Phonetic Transcription Grading Tool System, from Business Requirement to Software Maintenance
(2021-12-01)
Interactive learning applications enhance the motivation for students to interact and learn with the applications. In this research the primary goals are as follows: 1) to propose and implement algorithms to calculate the ...
Modal and Impact Analysis of Fluid-Structure Interaction by Finite Element Methods.
(2021-12-01)
In this work, the modal and impact interactions of fluid-filled cylindrical structures are studied. The first part of the study focuses on the parametric modal analysis of fluid-coupled thin structures. This study emphasizes ...
The Phage Behind the Curtain: Determining the Role of Bacteriophage in the Restructuring of Microbiomes During Disease
(2021-11-30)
The gut microbiome is a dynamic microbial ecosystem inhabited by all domains of life and is essential for the homeostatic function of almost all organ systems within the host. Additionally, the mammalian intestine is home ...
Heuristics in Distributing Data and Parity with Distributed Hash Tables
(2021-11-30)
We compare multiple methods of distributing data and error correcting code across distributed hash tables. We focus on the scaling of distributed hash tables and at which methods moved the least amount of data while ...
Design and Noise Analysis of Coupled Ring Oscillators
(2021-11-30)
This dissertation analyzes the phase noise in standard differential ring oscillator due to various noise sources by using a simple physical model. Employing the open loop noise analysis, the oscillator’s output noise at ...
Development of Severity Distribution Table for Wrong-Way Driving Crash Using Highway Safety Information System Crash Database
(2021-11-30)
The wrong way driving (WWD) crash differs significantly from all other crashes in terms of severity. Despite much valuable research on WWD crash severity, there is no robust study on developing a WWD crash severity ...
Bioeconomic Analysis of Catfish Produced in In-Pond Raceway Systems
(2021-11-30)
This dissertation describes catfish production over four-years using In-Pond Raceways Systems (IPRS). This technology consists of a floating raceway (RW) cage placed into an existing pond, which allows for more control of ...
Design and Performance of Open-Graded Friction Course Mixtures Containing Epoxy Asphalt
(2021-11-30)
Open-Graded Friction Course (OGFC) is a type of pavement primarily composed of coarse aggregates and high asphalt content. Higher permeability, better friction resistance, improved visibility, reduced pavement noise, and ...
High-Impact Practices and First Destination Outcomes of Liberal Arts Graduates
(2021-11-30)
The adult learning theories of andragogy, experiential learning, and self-directed learning were utilized as the framework for this study as these theories guide educators in their work with students to seek experiences ...
Modeling Exhaust-Generated Aerodynamic Pressure Loads on Airfield Matting Repair Systems
(2021-11-30)
Airfield matting systems are commonly used for rapid repair of damaged runways to facilitate continuity of critical operations. Under normal service conditions, matting repair systems are subject not only to wheel loads ...
An Examination of Academic Advisors' Mentoring Experiences and the Impact on Job Satisfaction
(2021-11-30)
The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between mentoring relationships and
job satisfaction in academic advisors. More specifically, the study focused on the academic
advisor as the mentee in the ...
Regional Sociopolitical Values and Postsecondary Opportunities for Undocumented Students
(2021-11-29)
The United States is home to 45 million foreign-born inhabitants, including naturalized citizens, resident aliens, visa holders, and undocumented immigrants with and without DACA authorization (U.S. Census Bureau, 2019). ...
Deep Time Series Model on Translation and Forecasting
(2021-11-29)
Deep learning techniques have acquired much attention and have been shown to outperform previous state-of-the-art methods in plenty of fields over the last years. This dissertation delves further into the deep time series ...
Numerical modeling of rapidly varying flow conditions in collection systems
(2021-11-29)
The design, operation and maintenance of urban water infrastructure depends on the urban runoff flow characteristics. Many modeling tools are being applied for predicting the flow characteristics and their accuracy are ...