Electronic Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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From Palestine to Howard Beach and Houston: Meir Kahane, Moshe Cahana, and the Anti-Colonialism of American Civil Rights Struggles
(2020-06-08)This dissertation analyzes the political lives of cousins Rabbis Moshe Cahana and Meir Kahane to illuminate the diverse spectrum of Jewish political experience and the tensions around race and civil rights during the ... -
Pharmacy Internet Navigation Skills in Older Adults with HIV Disease: Influence of Health Literacy and Association with Medication Management
(2020-06-08)A large portion of health-based Internet use for persons with HIV is focused on online pharmacies, which can provide a more anonymous, cheaper and easier alternative to purchasing medications. Pharmacy Internet navigation ... -
Essays on Identity and Social Interactions
(2020-06-08)This dissertation consists of two studies on identity based social interactions in India. The first study uses a slum relocation program in India that randomly assigned neighbors to examine the effects of exposure to other ... -
Exploring Kemetic Healing Techniques in Houston Through the Process of Self-Deification
(2020-06-08)Kemet is another word for Ancient Egypt however, it refers to the Ancient Egypt occupied by dark skinned people. Modern day Kemetics believe the Egyptians of today are not representative of the Ancient Egyptians or Kemetics. ... -
Suicidality in Firefighters: Exploring Occupational, Psychological, and Cultural Determinants
(2020-06-08)Background: Suicidality is more prevalent among firefighters in comparison to the general population. Research suggests that trauma exposure while on duty may be associated with the increased prevalence of suicidality in ... -
Brownwood: Baytown's Most Historic Neighborhood
(2020-06-08)This thesis argues for the need for a historical marker for the Baytown Nature Center in Baytown, Texas. Before the City of Baytown made the decision to transform this site into a nature preserve, it was the Brownwood ... -
Essays on Forecasting Online Shopping Searches
(2020-06-08)My dissertation consists of two essays, both leveraging data from Google Shopping Insights in developing models for forecasting online shopping searches, a critical precursor of sales. The first essay presents a novel ... -
Regulating the Biosynthesis and Signaling of Thromboxane a2 in Hemostasis and Thrombosis
(2020-06-08)Statement of the problem: TXA2 is a main contributor in hemostasis. TXA2 is mainly produced by the activated platelets, which can activate more platelets, induce platelet aggregation and facilitate the formation of platelet ... -
Perceived Discrimination is Associated with Capability for Suicide
(2020-06-08)The Interpersonal Theory of Suicide proposes two necessary components for an individual to engage in suicidal behavior: a desire for suicide as well as the capability to attempt suicide. Developing the capability to enact ... -
Captain at the Helm: CEO Characteristics that Drive Firm Entrepreneurial Orientation
(2020-06-08)The question of why some organizations foster and pursue entrepreneurial activities when others do not is of great interest in strategic entrepreneurship. While prior empirical studies have emphasized CEO cognitive ... -
Characterization and Optimization of Multifunctional Automotive Catalysts
(2019-12-16)Multifunctional automotive catalysts provide new opportunities for gasoline and diesel engines to meet the constantly tightening emissions and fuel economy standards from various regulatory agencies. Meeting these demands ... -
Risk Factors Associated with Alcohol Use and Intimate Partner Violence
(2020-05-14)Research has found a high correlation between alcohol use and violence, though the exact mechanisms associated with the relation requires more research. The current study examined mechanisms that modify the relation between ... -
Effects of Inflammation and Soy Isoflavones on Irinotecan Pharmacokinetics and Toxicity
(2020-01-24)Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a form of cancer that starts in the colon or rectum. According to the GLOBOCON statistics, there are over 1.8 million new colorectal cancer cases and 881,000 deaths are estimated to occur in 2018. ... -
Pharmacokinetic Studies of Enteric and Delayed Release Formulations of Locally Bioavailable Drugs (LBD) Targeting the Colon
(2020-01-24)STATEMENT OF PROBLEM: Familial Adenoma Polyposis (FAP) is a debilitating condition that has a severe impact on the physical and psychological health, independence, and quality of life of an affected patient. Celecoxib is ... -
Enhancement Of Mass Spectrometry And Affinity Purification Methodologies Used To Acquire Novel Protein Identifications
(2020-05-30)Mass spectrometry (MS)-based proteomics has become a primary tool to study proteins underlying infection disorders, antibiotic resistance mechanisms, and identify significant new targets for drug discovery. Mass spectrometers ... -
Computer-Aided Analysis of Scanning Electron Microscopy Images with Illumination Inhomogeneity and Touching/Crossing Cells
(2020-06-05)Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) is a significant cause of death and morbidity due to infec- tious gastroenteritis in the USA. Treatments for CDI are being developed and comparison of the treatments is of paramount ... -
A New Perspective on Drug Vial Optimization
(2020-06-04)Purpose: Historically, MD Anderson Cancer Center pharmacy areas utilized a strategic process referred to as, drug vial optimization (DVO) to extend the beyond-use date for single-use intravenous drug products. Under this ... -
The Effect of Instructional Program and Phonological Awareness on Reading Outcomes Among Early Elementary Spanish-Speaking English Learners
(2020-05-21)Background: English Learners (ELs), the majority of whom are Spanish-speaking children, are at risk for academic underachievement in American public schools. Prior research on the effectiveness of instruction designed to ... -
Effective Methods To Reduce The RF-Induced Heating For Medical Implants In MRI
(2020-05-20)Radiofrequency (RF) –induced heating is one of the primary safety concerns for patients with medical implants undergoing magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Due to this potential hazard, patients with medical devices are ... -
Reminders May Increase Response Rates, but Is There a Cost? the Effects of Survey Reminders on Suboptimal Response Behavior
(2020-05-27)Organizational survey researchers and practitioners must be thoughtful about the methods used to encourage potential survey participants to complete organizational surveys. One of the most common tools used is the survey ...