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Power generation through heat to electrical energy conversion for space applications faces distinct challenges not encountered in terrestrial settings, where Rankine and Brayton cycles have traditionally been predominant. The unique environment of space necessitates the adoption of either static converters, leveraging solid-state physics, or closed-cycle dynamic converters. While thermoelectric generators have historically been the primary choice for heat-to-electrical energy conversion in space applications, their relatively low efficiencies and limited scope for enhancement pose significant challenges as the power demands of space missions increase. This necessitates the exploration of alternative power generation methodologies to meet the evolving requirements. This thesis provides a comprehensive analysis of various power conversion technologies for space applications, focusing on the comparative study of static and dynamic converters, with a particular emphasis on Stirling converters. Other power systems discussed include thermoelectric, thermophotovoltaic, thermionic, and Brayton converters. Through comparative analysis, the research identifies the most promising converters for future space applications.
ContributorsWilderspin, Zoe (Author) / Lee, Taewoo (Thesis director) / Holbert, Keith (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / Electrical Engineering Program (Contributor)
Created2024-05
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Although evidence from previous studies suggests a correlation between Adverse
Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and the risk of Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), research efforts have yet
to fully explore this association among Latino young adults. The objective of this longitudinal study was to assess the potential influence of ACEs scores on the diabetes risk among Latino adults who previously engaged in a diabetes prevention lifestyle intervention program. Five years post intervention, 41 individuals out of the original cohort of 91 participants
returned for follow-up and answered a 10-question survey assessing ACEs. Diabetes risk (fasting glucose, 2-hour fasting glucose, HbA1c, and BMI) and quality of life were assessed at 5
timepoints (baseline, 3-months, 6-months, 12-months, and 60-months). Utilizing SPSS, T-tests were utilized to assess the relationship between ACEs and T2D risk. Among the 41 participants (age was 20.6 ±0.9), the mean reported ACE score was 1.5 ±1.9, ranging from 0 to 7. The most frequently reported ACEs was emotional abuse (n=12, 30.0%) and the least frequently reported ACEs was sexual abuse (n=3, 7.3%). Individuals who reported 0 ACEs had significantly lower fasting glucose at 12 months and had lower BMI at 60 months compared to those with 1-7 ACEs. In this study, there was a significant relationship between higher ACEs and
increased BMI and fasting glucose among Latinos. Implementing culturally-sensitive
interventions addressing family dynamics along with health behaviors could prove pivotal in
preventing and managing diabetes among Latino youth.
ContributorsChrostowski, Emilia (Author) / Shaibi, Gabriel (Thesis director) / Braxton, Morgan (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / School of Life Sciences (Contributor)
Created2024-05
ContributorsChrostowski, Emilia (Author) / Shaibi, Gabriel (Thesis director) / Braxton, Morgan (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / School of Life Sciences (Contributor)
Created2024-05
ContributorsChrostowski, Emilia (Author) / Shaibi, Gabriel (Thesis director) / Braxton, Morgan (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / School of Life Sciences (Contributor)
Created2024-05
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Supply chain sustainability has become an increasingly important topic for corporations
due to consumer demands, regulatory requirements, and employee retention and productivity.
Since more and more stakeholders are beginning to care about sustainability, companies are
looking at how they can reduce their carbon footprint without it leading to higher costs. Although
sustainable supply chain operations are often associated with higher costs, new technology has
surfaced within the last decade that makes this association come into question. This paper serves as an investigation on whether or not implementation of recent technology will not only make for more sustainable supply chains, but also bring cost savings to a company. For the sake of simplicity, this paper analyzes the topic within the context of the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry. The three categories of technology that were evaluated are artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, and data integration systems. Internship projects and/or published case studies and articles were examined to explore the relationship between the technology, supply chain sustainability, and costs. The findings of this paper indicate that recent technology offers companies innovative sustainability solutions to supply chains without sacrificing cost. This calls for CPG companies to invest in and implement technology that allows for more sustainable supply chains. Shying away from this because of cost concerns is no longer necessary.
ContributorsDixon, Logan (Author) / Printezis, Antonios (Thesis director) / Macias, Jeff (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / Department of Finance (Contributor) / Department of Supply Chain Management (Contributor) / Dean, W.P. Carey School of Business (Contributor)
Created2024-05
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Ice hockey is widely recognized as one of the most exciting sports to watch and the NHL boasts very good in-game attendance figures when compared to similar professional sports leagues. In this study, we compare the NHL to the NBA, two leagues that share the same size stadiums and in-game attendance numbers but show huge disparities in national television viewership. The most watched NHL game of 2022/23, game 5 of the Stanley Cup Finals totaled 2.72 million viewers nationally. The most watched NBA game of the 22/23 season was the final game of the NBA Finals, totaling 17.88 million viewers nationwide. This is especially startling given the fact that on the local level, in cities with both NHL and NBA teams, the local ratings are relatively even and oftentimes favor the NHL team. To investigate why this discrepancy exists, four cities home to both an NHL and NBA franchise were chosen as the focus of the research. Youth participation and cost of both basketball and ice hockey were examined in each city and it was determined that they account for a large portion of the differences in national TV viewership. Marketing strategies of each league were also investigated, but it was found that these had little impact on the discrepancies in national TV viewership. The study concludes with possible solutions for the NHL to decrease costs and increase accessibility to play, resulting in an increase in youth participation, especially in nontraditional hockey markets without NHL teams. In turn, this will bridge the gap in national viewership between themselves and the NBA.
ContributorsPeca, Trevor (Author) / Eckerle, Benji (Co-author) / Pierce, John (Thesis director) / Palmer, James (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / School of International Letters and Cultures (Contributor) / Dean, W.P. Carey School of Business (Contributor)
Created2024-05
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This thesis reviews the literature surrounding imposter syndrome’s theoretical frameworks, proposed causes, and potential symptoms. It begins by explaining how the term “imposter syndrome” originated along with exploring various definitions with particular focus on its impact in the academic sphere. Next, different theoretical frameworks used to hypothesize the cause of imposter syndrome, including Albert Bandura’s Theory of Self-Efficacy, Carol Dweck’s Theory of Growth Mindset, and stereotype threat, are explored. When reviewing causal theories and factors, I focus on individual risk factors for imposter syndrome rather than how institutions factor into imposter syndrome. After theoretical frameworks are established, the link between imposter syndrome and general wellbeing is addressed. Lastly, there is a critical analysis of various treatment and prevention programs and I use this research to develop my own workshop aimed at helping students manage their imposter syndrome.
ContributorsDunn, Mayse (Author) / Sturgess, Jessica (Thesis director) / LePine, Marcie (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / School of Politics and Global Studies (Contributor) / Department of Psychology (Contributor)
Created2024-05
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In this study, the role of attention in facial expression processing is investigated, especially as it relates to fearful facial expressions compared to happy facial expressions. Facial fear processing plays a critical role in human social interactions and survival, and this has previously been studied mainly in animal models. This study, however, was accomplished with the presentation of images of actors with happy and fearful facial expressions in three spatial frequency formats, as it is hypothesized that images at different spatial frequencies may be processed via different pathways. These images were presented to human participants in two experiments. In Experiment I, facial expression was task-relevant as participants were asked to discriminate between “happy” and “fear” expressions with reaction time (measured in seconds) and accuracy recorded. In Experiment II, facial expression was task-irrelevant, as participants were asked simply to discriminate between photographs of males and females, again with reaction time and accuracy recorded. Overall, the results comparing happy and fearful facial expressions in Experiment I were not significant. The results comparing happy and fearful facial expressions in Experiment II exhibited similar insignificant results except for accuracy in certain spatial frequencies, which were found to be significant. These results suggest that fearful facial expressions are processed more accurately than happy facial expressions when attention is focused on other variables in the image rather than when attention is focused on the facial expressions themselves.
ContributorsMcMaster, Hope (Author) / Bae, Gi-Yeul (Thesis director) / Corbin, William (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / School of Life Sciences (Contributor) / Department of Psychology (Contributor)
Created2024-05
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Education is an extremely important yet often overlooked part of our society and one that has faced little innovation and development in recent years. This thesis covers the history of education from its early roots to its modern version specifically in the United States in an effort to uncover the reasons for why the system is the way it is now. The problems and purpose of education are explored to try and signal what issues does education have and what potential remedies are there. Finally Dialectic is offered up as a way of solving these issues.
ContributorsKyle, Daniel (Author) / Cassanova, Carlos (Thesis director) / Cutler, Kelly (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / Dean, W.P. Carey School of Business (Contributor)
Created2024-05
DescriptionA TV adaptation of the classic book The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas, set-in modern-day Los Angeles with a Latinx based cast. The project includes a 45-page script, episode descriptions for the first season, and a page with brief descriptions of the characters.
ContributorsFlores, Czarina (Author) / Bradley, Christoper (Thesis director) / Dove-Viebahn, Aviva (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / Department of English (Contributor)
Created2024-05