Auburn Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Laser-Assisted Synthesis and Time-Resolved Growth Control of Two-Dimensional Quantum Materials
(2022-12-08)
Two-dimensional (2D) layered materials, including transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDCs), have recently been at the heart of quantum materials and information sciences research due to unusual properties associated with ...
Boundary Control and Employee Well-Being: The Mediating Role of Interruptions and Moderating Effect of an Office Space
(2022-12-08)
Using boundary theory and COR as theoretical frameworks, the goal of this study is to propose and assess a moderated mediation model of boundary control as a predictor of stress and life satisfaction in involuntary remote ...
BIOGEOCHEMICAL STORAGE AND TRANSFORMATION OF SEDIMENTS FROM GEOGRAPHICALLY ISOLATED WETLANDS IN AGRICULTURE LANDSCAPES
(2022-12-08)
Geographically Isolated Wetlands (GIWs) provide many beneficial ecosystem services including biogeochemical storage and processing. However, due to the absence of hydrologic connectivity to surface waters, they lack legal ...
Graph-Based Relative Path Estimation Using Landmarks for Long Distance Ground Vehicle Following
(2022-12-08)
This dissertation presents a graph-based sensor fusion framework for the localization of automated ground vehicles for leader-follower path duplication. A specific focus is given to scenarios where the following distance ...
A Survey of African American Female Choral Conductors on Spirituality and "It Factor" Choral Performances
(2022-12-07)
Stunningly beautiful choral performances move audiences. Educators have debated why some musical moments touch listeners deeply and others, although technically sound, are nonetheless unremarkable. Some experts note that ...
EVALUATION OF DUAL-PURPOSE WHEAT VARIETIES IN THE SOUTHEASTERN U.S.
(2022-12-07)
Dual-purpose wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) systems increase farm sustainability by diversifying on-farm income. While these systems are common in the Southern Great Plains of the U.S., they are not often utilized in the ...
Investigation of Large Protein Complexes Important for Methyl-Coenzyme M Reductase Activity and Function
(2022-12-07)
Methyl-coenzyme M reductase (Mcr) is a key enzyme of methanogens that catalyzes the production or consumption of methane. Mcr contains a nickel tetrapyrrole cofactor (coenzyme F430) which has a crucial role in catalysis. ...
In Situ Digestibility and Nutritive Value of Inoculated Cool-Season Annual Grass Baleage
(2022-12-07)
Baleage provides a method to store high quality forages in less-than-ideal Southern weather patterns. The current study evaluated forage nutritive value, in situ digestibility, and silage inoculation of baleage from four ...
Boundary Spanners and Community-University Engagement Networks: A Mixed Methods Ethnographic Study
(2022-12-07)
Modern conceptions of land grant institutions have shifted focus from community outreach to community engagement, with focus on more egalitarian partnerships that place community members in active response to university ...
Investigating a novel protein-based cofactor: toward elucidating the catalase mechanism of Mycobacterium tuberculosis KatG
(2022-12-07)
Catalase-peroxidases (KatGs) have been engineered by nature to exhibit dual functionalism, degrading H2O2 by catalase and peroxidase mechanisms. This serves to protect the organisms that carry it (primarily bacteria and ...
Joining Ferritic SA508 Low Alloy Steel to Austenitic 316L Stainless Steel by Powder Metallurgy via Hot Isostatic Pressing
(2022-12-06)
As an alternative to traditional welding, the joining of low alloy steel and austenitic stainless steel using powder metallurgy by hot isostatic pressing was evaluated as a method to join two dissimilar metals. This study ...
Rapid peanut phenotyping and water quality monitoring using remote sensing and machine learning techniques
(2022-12-06)
As aerial and sensing technologies have been developed, so have their applications in plant phenotyping and water quality monitoring. This is especially true with respect to the mass manufacture of easily portable quadcopters ...
Integrating and Communicating Biocides in Products
(2022-12-06)
Since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, Sanitation and cleanliness are high on the minds of consumers. Designers must now consider the cleanliness of their products, a consideration that is newer to the field. To aid ...
Computational Studies of Dinoflagellate Luciferase and Radical S-adenosyl-L-methionine Enzymes
(2022-12-06)
This dissertation seeks to apply computational methods to study two enzymatic systems: dinoflagellate luciferase and radical S-adenosyl-L-methionine enzymes. Dinoflagellates are microorganisms, many of which are capable ...
Exploring Exercise as a Dyadic Moderator between Perceived Stress and Relationship Satisfaction for Couples in Therapy
(2022-12-06)
Despite the overwhelming evidence for exercise as an effective form of stress management, very little research exists in the context of couple relationships. The purpose of this study was to examine how exercise could ...
WATER SECURITY IN HAITI: DO NATIONAL STAKEHOLDERS CONSIDER WATER AND SANITATION AS A PRIORITY IN DEVELOPMENT
(2022-12-06)
National Stakeholders play an important role in ameliorating social issues within a given community. Their perception may determine whether a specific issue will be addressed. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the ...
Measuring Psychological (In)flexiblity: A Psychometric Evaluation and Comparison of Existing Measures
(2022-12-06)
Psychological (in)flexibility, the tendency for behavior to be guided by psychological reactions rather than chosen values, is a central construct of interest in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT; Hayes, Strosahl, & ...
Study of Morphology Effect on Polydopamine-based Adsorbents for Dye Removal
(2022-12-05)
Dyes are one of the most hazardous materials in industrial wastewater, which pose severe problems to humans and the ecosystem. Adsorption is a promising dye removal technique due to its low cost, high efficiency, and facile ...
The Lived Experience of Identity Development for Transgender and Gender Nonconforming Individuals Who Have Survived Complex Trauma
(2022-12-05)
This study utilized a transcendental phenomenological framework to examine the lived experiences of transgender and gender nonconforming individuals who have experienced complex trauma. Participants completed semi-structured ...
Ascaridia galli: Diagnosis, alternative treatments and influence on cytokine expression, microbiota, egg quality and digestibility
(2022-12-05)
Because of the trend of cage-free egg production, infections with the nematode Ascaridia galli are receiving increased attention. The aim of the first study was to evaluate and quantify the parasitological challenge in ...