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Uncertainty Quantification and Inference under Differential Privacy
(2025-07-31)
Advances in technology have led to the proliferation of adversarial techniques capable of undermining traditional data security protocols designed to ensure data privacy. Such breaches have resulted in significant financial ...
Adaptive Prototype-Based Classification via Graph Theoretic and Topological Methods
(2025-07-31)
In statistical learning, many modern methods represent data using graphs to capture
structure and relationships. Among these, class cover catch digraphs (CCCDs) were origi-
nally introduced to address the class cover ...
Sustainable Waste Valorization through Coupled Anaerobic Digestion and Biofilm Photobioreactor Systems
(2025-07-31)
Abstract
Methane and carbon dioxide are two of the most significant greenhouse gases, responsible for global warming. A primary source of these emissions is the improper disposal of organic waste, including food waste and ...
Examining Personal and Farm Debt in Chapter 12 Bankruptcy Filings
(2025-07-31)
Chapter 12 bankruptcy in the United States Bankruptcy Code is designed to allow farmers to reorganize and restructure their debt in order to continue operating as the debts are repaid to the creditors (Dixon et al., 2002). ...
Impact of natural and artificial light treatments on welfare and behavior in commercial broilers
(2025-07-31)
In recent years, consumer driven interest has led to the addition of windows in broiler houses to allow for natural light during rearing. However, the effects of natural light on broiler welfare and behavior remain largely ...
Spatial and Behavioral Dynamics of Socially Isolated Wild Pigs Following Sounder Removal
(2025-07-31)
Effective management of invasive wild pigs (Sus scrofa) requires understanding how individuals respond to social disruption. We GPS-collared 18 female wild pigs to evaluate spatial behavioral changes following partial ...
New-Generation Electron Propagators for Molecules, Ions, and Clusters
(2025-07-31)
New ab initio electron propagator self-energies (one-particle Green’s function methods) for calculating electron binding energies and Dyson orbitals have been derived from an intermediately normalized, Hermitized superoperator ...
Real-Time Monitoring of Phenol-Formaldehyde and Polymeric Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate Adhesive Contents in Wood Strands During Oriented-Strand Board Manufacturing Using Near-Infrared Technology
(2025-07-31)
Engineered wood products (EWP) manufacturing involves stages like the preparation of raw materials, adhesive application, pressing, and finishing. Each stage of the manufacturing process presents specific quality control ...
An Evaluation for Optimizing Play Environments for Child Safety and Guardian Experience
(2025-07-31)
This thesis focuses on evaluating and enhancing the design of public play spaces to promote child safety and guardian well-being simultaneously. It examines critical factors such as safety risks associated with children's ...
Spatiotemporal Monitoring of Desertification of the Sahel Region Using Remote Sensing and GIS, Case Study of Sudan
(2025-07-31)
Desertification is a significant global environmental challenge, historically affected arid and semi-arid Sudan within the vulnerable Sahel region. Driven by climatic variability and human activities, prior research on ...
Development and Evaluation of Space-Resilient Polymers: Additively Manufacturable Polymer- Lunar Regolith Composites and Shape Memory Deployable Space Structures
(2025-07-31)
This thesis investigates two crucial areas related to polymer applications in space: the development of 3D printable polymer-lunar regolith composites for in-situ resource utilization (ISRU) and the long-term performance ...
STEM Play-Guidelines for Designing Educational Products that Reinforce STEM Concepts for Children Ages 6-18
(2025-07-31)
The widespread use of the term "STEM" in education, product marketing, and industry has led to significant inconsistencies in its application—particularly in labeling products as "STEM." Without a universally accepted ...
Does Parental Support Moderate the Relationship Between Gender Identity and Sleep?
(2025-07-31)
Compared to their cisgender peers, gender-expansive (GE) youth are more likely to experience less-optimal sleep. Although it is clear that sleep differences exist between GE and cisgender youth, little research has focused ...
A Randomized Controlled Trial to Determine the Effects of Curcumin and Epigallocatechin Gallate Supplementation on Serum Brain Derived Neurotrophic Factor and Mood Disturbance in Adults
(2025-07-31)
Mood disorders such as depression, anxiety, stress, and sleep disturbances are becoming increasingly prevalent. Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF), a neurotrophin involved in neuroplasticity and neuronal health, has ...
Utilizing Farm Savings to Reduce Income Volatility for Southern Row Crop Producers
(2025-07-31)
American farmers continue to operate in a financially volatile industry, experiencing high revenue variability from year to year. A variety of elements, including erratic weather patterns, variable production costs, and ...
Exploring Innovative Food Safety Practices for Harvest and Postharvest Handling of Fresh Produce
(2025-07-31)
Fresh produce has been associated with foodborne outbreaks and recalls due to pathogens such as E. coli O157:H7, Salmonella enterica, and Listeria monocytogenes. To minimize cross-contamination and reduce microbial loads ...
Essays on Forest Economics: Carbon Markets and Policy Analyses
(2025-07-31)
This research examines how carbon markets, specifically Compliance Carbon Markets (CCMs) and Voluntary Carbon Markets (VCMs), can serve as an additional source of revenue for forest landowners and as policy tools to support ...
Exploring Students’ Adoption of Generative AI for Apparel Design
(2025-07-31)
Academic institutions are increasingly integrating Generative AI into apparel design curricula to align with industry demands. This exploratory study examines the factors influencing students’ adoption of Generative AI for ...
Near Infrared study of comet C/2022 E3(ZTF) using iSHELL spectrograph at NASA-IRTF
(2025-07-31)
We present a comprehensive analysis of the chemical composition of the Oort Cloud Comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF), in the near-infrared (near-IR) wavelength regime. Observations were conducted using the iSHELL high-resolution ...
Exploring Epigenomic Variation, Evolution, and the Implications for Long-term Population Viability
(2025-07-31)
This dissertation used genomics, epigenomics, and computational biology to explore the inheritance, temporal stability, and functional relevance of epigenetic marks in shaping genetic diversity and population persistence. ...