Jaime Ballard and Dr. Mikle South, Psychology Main Text One in every 133 children in Utah has autism, a disorder characterized by poor social and communication skills (U.S. Autism Rate Soars Twentyfold in 20 Years, 2007). These rates are climbing across the nation. As more children are born with these disorders, schools and other educational […]
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H2O Megamasers: Measuring the Central Black Hole Mass of Mrk 1210
Stephen Clouse and Dr. Victor Migenes, Department of Physics and Astronomy Abstract We present results from monitoring the spectra of Mrk 1210 with the Green Bank Telescope (GBT) and through the construction of sub-mas resolution maps with the Very Long Baseline Array (VLBA). The purpose of these observations was to determine the accelerations, distances, and […]
Assessing the Impact of the Approximations Used in the Development of the Pulsed Laser Method for Measuring Thermal Diffusivity
Trevor Terrill and Dr. Matthew Jones, Department of Mechanical Engineering Project Overview The purpose of this project was to conduct a rigorous investigation of each of the approximations made in the development of the pulsed laser method for measuring the thermal diffusivity. Thermal conductivity is an important engineering parameter, but measuring it directly is difficult. […]
Understanding the Wind-dominated Landforms of Saturn’s Moon Titan Through Earth Analogues
Jani Radebaugh and Eric Christiansen, Geological Sciences, Shannon Tass, Statistics Executive Summary and Scientific Merit The largest moon of Saturn, Titan, has a thick atmosphere of nitrogen and a pressure similar to that of Earth at the surface. There are winds, strong enough to have produced two wind-dominated landforms similar to those on Earth – […]
Measurement and Evaluation of Experiencescapes of Tourism Destinations
Dr. Patti Freeman, Experience and Design Management Background Brigham Young University’s (BYU) Office of Research and Creative Activities (ORCA) awarded Patti Freeman, Ph.D. a Mentoring Environment Grant (MEG) in January 2017. The MEG was for $19,300 and was awarded to conduct research in Hawaii to study the impact of experience industry structuring techniques on select […]
The Role of Nrf2 In Prevention of Oxidative Stress Caused by Valproic Acid
Madison Wilson and Jason M. Hansen, Physiology & Developmental Biology Introduction Valproic acid (VPA) is a common drug used to treat epileptic seizures as well as bipolar disease. Over the past decade, the use of these drugs has increased dramatically as they are now being prescribed as antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, and are currently being tested […]
Noise Threshold and Normalization by Contrast Parameter for Atomization during Droplet Impingement
Alexander White and Julie Crockett, Mechanical Engineering The purpose of this report is to remind the reader of goals initially set in conjunction with the original ORCA Grant project proposal in October 2017, to discuss logistical difficulties in carrying out the original project and subsequent adjustments in scope and topic of work, to represent efforts […]
Muscle Activation via MRI: Comparison of Techniques
Logan Thorneloe and Neal Bangerter, Electrical and Computer Engineering Introduction Muscle functional magnetic resonance imaging (mfMRI) is a proven concept to non-invasively identify muscle activation1. Noninvasively identifying muscle activation can be used to diagnose metabolic muscle disease, identify and pinpoint muscular dysfunction, observe muscle deterioration in aging individuals, and help researchers better understand the biological […]
Magnetron Sputtering for the Production of Stable P-Type ZnO Thin Films
Colter Stewart and Dr. John Colton, Physics & Astronomy Introduction The principal purpose of my research is to produce stable, long-lasting, reproducible p-type zinc oxide for experimental and commercial use. Semiconductor devices made with zinc oxide (ZnO) have the potential to be a cheaper alternative to those made with gallium nitride (GaN). In addition, ZnO […]
Explaining Variation in Support for Refugees and Recent Immigrants in the United Kingdom
Katy Smith and Joshua Gubler, Political Science Introduction On the heels of the Brexit vote and growing anxiety accompanied with leaving the European Union, immigration in the United Kingdom persists as a breaking point between native Britons, immigrants, and recent asylum seekers. To dispel the fervent animosity between these groups, humanization needs to occur in […]
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