Electronic Theses and Dissertations
Electronic theses and dissertations (ETDs) are the graduate research outputs of Texas Tech University. They represent years of work from our Master's and Doctoral graduates.
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Smart Buoyancy Control Device Design for Disabled Divers
(2013-09-04)There are many assistive technology devices available for improving recreational therapy experiences for the disabled such as prosthetic swimming legs or sports wheelchair. However, a Buoyancy Control Device (BCD) for scuba ... -
Hydrodynamic fluid structure interaction for wave carpet simulation and implementation
(2007-08)In this work, a new wave carpet model was developed and investigated. The mathematics model was formulated using basic principles from hydrodynamic theory for inviscid incompressible flow mechanics coupled with nonlinear ... -
IMPACT OF MONTHLY HIGH DOSE ORAL CHOLECALCIFEROL ON SERUM 25 HYDROXY VITAMIN D LEVELS IN BARIATRIC SURGERY SUBJECTS
(2013-12-11)Background: Vitamin D deficiency is a common problem in obese individuals both before and after bariatric surgery and may lead to bone mineralization problems and other health risks. Individuals having malabsorptive bariatric ... -
An analysis of electrocardiograms in developing statistical learning models for instantaneous sleep quality and sleep potential prediction
(2018-11-15)The existence of a relationship between the electrical activity of the heart and the intricacies of sleep has been established but usually constrained to the context of diagnosis and more recently monitoring. However, in ... -
Transapical Coapatation Plate for Functional Mitral Regurgitation: An In Vitro Study
(2018-12-07)A novel transapical coaptation plate (TCP) device was developed and anchored by sutures and apical beam support in the mitral valve to treat functional mitral regurgitation. The objective of this study was to test efficacy ... -
Mother-Child Discrepancies on Children's Anxiety Symptoms: Relations with Maternal Depression, Anxiety, and Time Spent with the Child
(2018-08-30)There is a great deal of literature that has shown discrepancies between parent-and child-report of children’s anxiety symptoms and various factors contributing to such discrepancies have been examined. However, findings ... -
APPLICATIONS OF PASSIVE SAMPLING TECHNOLOGY IN HOCS CONTAMINATED SEDIMENT MANAGEMENT AND REMEDIATION
(2018-11-20)Passive sampling technology is an emerging approach of using sorbents to obtain freely dissolved concentrations of target compounds in air or aquatic environment. This research focuses on using passive sampling technology ... -
Exploring Relationships Between Student Perceptions in the Distance Learning Environment and Affective, Cognitive, and Motivational Learning Outcomes
(2018-08-13)As instructional effectiveness is a global issue, the growth of online education has created the need to take a closer look at elements in distance learning environments that impact students' learning outcomes. The purpose ... -
Confirmatory Research of Minsky’s Financial Instability Hypothesis for the 1945-2017 Era
(2018-11-20)The field of Engineering Economics often involves the application of economic principles to analyze and formulate decisions regarding the economic viability of the technical solution. These decisions often rely on the ... -
Exploration of global perspectives, teacher passion, and professional commitment of second stage agriculture teachers in the Western United States
(2018-10-29)Teacher retention is an issue among teachers of school based agricultural education (SBAE). While there is a focus on supporting teachers through their induction years, second stage teachers (years 4-10) are frequently ... -
Privacy in Information Technology
(2018-12-05)In this thesis, we review the history, philosophical background, and legal status of privacy, in general, as well as in information technology. In our search for a viable, comprehensive, and applicable understanding of the ... -
Analysis of Environment Coupled Noise Terms in Inertial Sensor Data Using Allan Variance
(2018-11-27)Stability in inertial sensor data is commonly measured by using Allan Variance as a method of analysis. Allan Variance (AVAR) is the two-sample variance, originally developed to measure stability in oscillators. Plotting ... -
The Image and the Outbreak: An Epidemiological Approach to Visual, Textual and Content Analysis of a Photomicrograph of the Ebola Virus as Presented to Digital Audiences Across Multiple Genres and Cultures During a Global Health Crisis
(2018-10-22)In this dissertation I analyze risk communication during the Ebola outbreak of 2014 through a lens of epidemiology. The epidemiological framework allowed me to follow communication events across genres, and over time and ... -
COMPARING THE REHEARSAL PREPARATION PRACTICES BETWEEN EXPERIENCED AND NOVICE BAND DIRECTORS
(2018-11-27)Much of the current research literature on rehearsal preparation practices focuses primarily on score study. While score study is important for productive rehearsals, other rehearsal preparation methods should be considered. ... -
The relation between “outness” and resilience among sexual minority youth: the moderating effects of family support
(2018-11-12)Sexual minority youth (12 to 18 years old) are an at-risk population for negative life occurrences related to negative peer interaction, mental illness, risk behaviors, and disconnection from their families. Literature ... -
The Influence of Education Regarding the International Adoption Process in United States Adoptive Parents
(2018-10-23)Challenges in adoptive families are well-documented; however, a lack of empirical research on the preadoption preparation of prospective adoptive parents for these common challenges exists. The purpose of this study was ... -
Bringing Best Practices for Special Education Transition Services to Low Population Areas
(2018-10-26)This qualitative action case study investigated special education transition services in a remote rural school. The focus of the study was the multipart research question: What is the effect of the application of best ... -
Environmental Variables for STEM Degree Interest and Goal Persistence: Examining the Experiences of Minority Students in the Rural Context
(2018-10-29)This qualitative case study investigated the experiences of minority student participants from rural backgrounds for the association of environmental variables that contributed to the interest and persistence of a science, ... -
The Use of Evidence-Based Instructional Practices in the Context of Undergraduate Biology: A Case Study
(2018-10-15)The number of undergraduate degrees earned in STEM fields is declining nationally. One cause for this phenomenon may be the nature of the instructional practices enacted in the context of undergraduate education. An ... -
Simulation-Based Assessment for Biomechanical Behavior of Scoliotic Human Thoracolumbar Spine
(2018-10-29)Finite element analysis (FEA) is a valuable tool in investigating the biomechanics of human spine and the interaction between spine and medical device. Compared with experimental tests, FEA has lower cost and higher ...
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