This community houses work produced by South Dakota State University graduate students. The collection includes both born digital ETDs, and digitized versions of printed theses and dissertations from 1883 to present.
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Theses/Dissertations from 2000
Identification and Characterization of the Adhesive Region of the Escherichia coli K88ac Fimbria, Ronggai Sun
Transitioning by Older Frail Persons from Traditional Living Environments to Those of Assisted Living, Mariah J. Tenamoc
Numerical Modeling of the S-349 Structure for Modified Water Deliveries to Everglades National Park, Angeline Peileen Teng
Production of Gellan by Sphingomonas Paucimobilis Using Condensed Corn Solubles, Andrea Vanderhoff
Characterization of Functional and Rheological Properties of Cheeses, Vimalkumar Venugopal
A Descriptive Analysis of the Work of Julie Taymor in the American Theatre, Anita K. Vogeler
Food Habits of Walleye and Saugeye When Stocked as Secondary Predators into Small South Dakota Impoundments, Dray D. Walter
In-Plane Free Vibration and Stability of Rotating Annuler Disks, Huinan Wang
Interaction of Bovine Herpesvirus Type 1 with Bovine Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells, Pu Wang
Differences in Exposure of Environmental Light Between an SPMI and a Non-SPMI Group, Susan Elizabeth Weaver
The Lived Experience of Depression in Rural Women, Debra E. Smith Webb
The Gendered World of Disney: A Content Analysis of Gender Themes in Full-length Animated Disney Feature Films, Beth A. Wiersma
The Perceived Personal Needs of Family Members of ICU Patients, Brenda Kay Wills
Relationship Between Bone Mass and Lifelong Calcium Intake and Activity Levels in the Female Hutterite Population, Karen S. Wosje
Polymorphisms at the Melatonin (MTNR1A) Gene and Their Association to Reproductive Performance in Fall Lambing Ewes, Casey D. Wright
Transformation of Soybeans with GFP and GUS Genes Aided by Vir Proteins of Agrobacterium, Xiyou Zhou
An Analysis on Chinese Students' Intercultural Adaptation : Qualitative Study on Communication Competency, Mingya Zong
Theses/Dissertations from 1999
Evidence of Glycoprotein E Tyrosine Phosphorylation Dependent and Independent Pathways of Bovine Herpesvirus Type 1 Replication, Shaw M. Akula
Serenity and the Quality of Life in the Older Adult, Mardi Beaumont
Low-flow Characteristics for Selected Streams in the Big Sioux River Basin, South Dakota, Shirish Bhat
Apoptosis in Mammalian Spermatogenesis : Can Mature Sperm be Apoptotic?, Janet Christensen Bjordahl
Information and Decision-Making Preferences of Community Dwelling Elderly People with Diabetes Mellitus, Grace A. Bourne
Comparison of Learning Styles and Preferred Instructional Methods of the Native American Nursing Student, Robin Brown
A Comparison of Satellite Derived Vegetation Metrics and Climate Variables in the Central United States, Michael E. Budde
The Social Construction of Gender as Represented in Popular Fiction, 1990-1997, Laura E. Colmenero
Differences between right and left arm blood pressure measurement : A Descriptive Study, Denton Combs
Row Spacing Effects on the Growth and Yield of Hybrid Corn (Zea mays L.), Craig Ryan Converse
The Effects of Self-esteem on NCLEX Success, Julie F. Crary
Influence of Dietary Fish Oil on the Concentration of Conjugated Linoleic Acid and Other Healthful Fatty Acids in Milk Fat from Lactating Dairy Cows, Douglas Christopher Donovan
An Economic Examination of Potential Effects of the 1996 Farm Bill on Crop System Diversity, Linda Marie Dumke
The Relationship of Parental Stress and Social Support in Grandparent-headed Families in Rural South Dakota, Karen L. Eads
Sexual Harassment Guidelines and The Use of Touch in The University Studio : A Communication Paradox?, Mary Jo Elizabeth Edeburn
Floristic and Vegetational Analysis of the Hecla Sandhills of Northeastern South Dakota, Eric W. Fairlee
Seasonal Investigation of Native Fishes and Their Habitats in Missouri River and Yellowstone River Backwaters, Shannon J. Fisher
Flightless Giant Canada Goose Depredation Abatement and Disgestibility of Selected Crops in South Dakota, Christopher J. Flann
Practice Patterns of Health Care Providers to Assess, Treat, and Evaluate Urinary Tract Infections Among Residents of Long-term Care Facilities, Rhonda S. Fliehs
Hospice Cancer Patients' and Hospice Nurses' Reported Barriers to Management of Pain, Pamela S. Gabbert
Descriptive Comparative Study of Nurse Aide Job Satisfaction in Long Term Care Facilities, Janis M. Guenther
Willa Cather and Bess Streeter Aldrich : Portraying Realistic Women of the Plains in The Cult of True Womanhood, Kristen Haar
Strategic Analysis: A Case Study of the Brookings Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, Tonya Jo Hansen
Attitudes, Beliefs, Perceived Risk, and Knowledge of Colorectal Cancer in an Adult Population in a Northern Plains Community, Donna K. Harris
Comparison of Rehabilitation Resources and Outcomes by Functional Measurement, Nancy A. Haugen
Car-Deer Accidents in South Dakota : A Geographical Analysis, Tyrell J. Heaton
Floristics and Cover Characteristics of Native Tallgrass Prairie Remnants in Eastern South Dakota, Jeremy J. Higgins
Hospital Nursing Staff's Perception of their Professional Relationship with Clinical Faculty Instructors, Nancy Hobson-Marx
E-mail : Its Effect on Student Family Communication, Joan Hogan
Comparative Study of Circadian Salivary Cortisol Levels in Colic and Noncolic Infants, Alisa L. Hogue
Temperament and Preschool Children's Social Play Behaviors, Linda S. Howlett
Evaluation of Strawberry Clover for Potential Use in the Amelioration of Cadmium Contaminated Sites, Peter Jauert
A Benchmarking Study of the Collection System, Wastewater Treatment, and Biosolids Management of Brookings Municipal Utilities, Kevin M. Johnson
Local Land Trusts of Colorado, Kirk D. Johnson
The Relationship Between Stepmothers' Social Structure and Self-structure : A Use of Symbolic Interactionism and Role Theory, Jason L. Karsky
A Descriptive Study of Employer Demand for Nursing Personnel in South Dakota, Kim D. Kee
A Non-Aristotelian Analysis of Selected Press Briefings of Michael D. McCurry, Jason J. Kemnitz
Comparative Study of Bereaved Parents' Needs and Bereaved Parents' Needs as Perceived by Nurses and Clergy Members, Pamela A. Koepsell
Role of Lipids in the Sorption and Binding of Nonpolar Anthropogenic Organic Compounds to Soil Organic Matter, Scott D. Kohl
Role of Lipids in the Sorption and Binding of Nonpolar Anthropogenic Organic Compounds to Soil Organic Matter, Scott D. Kohl
Parametric Vibration and Stability of Flexible Cam-follower Systems, Jeong-Hoi Koo
Spousal Health Beliefs, Values, and Behaviors of Participants in an Outpatient Cardiac Rehabilitation Program, Elizabeth A. Laird
Returning to Traditional Beliefs and Practices: A Solution for Indian Alcoholism, Elden Lawrence
Landsat-5 Thematic Mapper Cold Focal Plane Characterization, Siau-Way Liew
Echinacea angustifolia DC: Variation of Agronomic and Morphological Traits in a Common Garden, Richard S. Little
Aphid Resistant Gene Transformation of Wheat by Biolistics, Zhuying Li
Lab-scale Study of Biological Phosphorus Removal for Brookings Municipal Wastewater, Ram C. Marahatta
Fire Hazards on the Northern Prairie : A Geographic Analysis of Fort Pierre, South Dakota, Shawn M. Mason
Quality of Life and Sexual Functioning of Men Treated with Sildenafil Citrate (Viagra), Susan A. Matthew
Special Care Unit Nursing Staff to Resident Ratio Relationship to Quality Indicators, Barbara Meek
Instrinsic Fall Risk Factors and Their Relationship to Falls Suffered by Female Nursing Home Residents, Brian Miller
Vertical Accuracy Assessment of Large Scale Digital Elevation Models, Bruce V. Millett
A Photochemical Study of Substituted 1,8-Naphthalimide Dyes, Steven J. Morfitt
The Influence of Homogenization of Cream on Yield and Functionality of Cheddar Cheese, Manoj Gopinathan Nair
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Behaviors of the General Public Regarding Organ Donation, Julie A. Nelson
Levels of Hope, Fatigue, Dyspnea, Functional Status, and Social Networking Before and After a Structured Exercise Program for Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Elizabeth L. Niemeyer
A Study of Prescriber Mix and Medication Management, Eric Noyes
Effect of Homogenization of Cream on Composition, Yield, and Functionality of Cheddar Cheese Made from Milk Supplemented with Ultrafiltered Milk, Bonney Sam Oommen
Nurses' Attitudes Toward Nurse Colleagues' Substance Abuse, Teri L. Osterkamp
Comparison of Exercising and Nonexercising Type 2 Diabetics on Health Locus of Control, Fatigue, Risk Factors, and Barriers, Cynthia J. Pallsen
Petroleum Hydrocarbon Residual Product Effects on Soil-Water Retention Curves, Daniel R. Pirkl
Field evaluation of occupancy sensor Savings for Classrooms in a University Campus Environment, John Prescher
Advanced Practice Nurses: Attitudes Towards Caring for AIDS Patients, Diane Robb
Near-infrared Reflectance Spectroscopy Analysis of Hard Red Spring Wheat Quality, Kay Ruth Ruden
Assessing Food Concerns, Nutrition Knowledge and Food Insecurity With a Low-Income Population in South Dakota: Using a Questionnaire, Frances Tandy Scott
The Impact of Sava Snail Medic Cover Crop on Soil Quality and an Approach for Measuring Nitrogen Mineralization in Landscapes, Hugh Smeltekop
Nontarget Avian Use of DRC-1339 Treated Plots During An Experimental Blackbird Control Program in Eastern South Dakota, Jason A. Smith
Nurses' Knowledge of Palliative Care in a Midwestern Federal Medical Center, Patricia Snow
The Interaction of Relationship Duration and Behavioral Strategies in Acquaintance Rape Situational Definitions, Barry L. Spriggs
Food Habits and Diet Overlap of Age-1 and Older Walleye and White Bass in Lake Poinsett, South Dakota, Andrew B. Starostka
Patterns of Use Among Mammography, Breast Self-examination and Clinical Breast Examination, Cynthia R. Studsdahl
Harvesting Their Stories : South Dakota Writers' Perspectives on Pioneering Women 1870-1900, Cynthia A. Stupnik
A Social Ecological Analysis of Violent Crime Rates in Minnesota and Wisconsin from 1989-1991, Dedra Rene Tentis
The Internet and Critical Thinking in the First-Year Composition Classroom, Amy Thompson