Theses and Dissertations at Montana State University (MSU)
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Investigation of how poetic mode documentaries work as a catalyst for information in science and natural history filmmaking
(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Arts & Architecture, 2022)Poetic mode storytelling comes in the form of a new, unusual, and abstract means of expressing information and conveying emotion in media narrative production. When used in the context of science and natural history ... -
Long-term response of willow to beaver reintroduction and moose browsing in the southern Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness
(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Agriculture, 2022)Willow is an important component in the southern Absaroka Beartooth Wilderness (ABW) riparian areas because it provides critical beaver habitat and is an essential food source for moose populations. Forest Service managers ... -
Identifying RR Lyrae variable stars in the NoirLab Source Catalog with template fitting
(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Letters & Science, 2022)RR Lyrae are periodic variable stars generally with periods between 5 hours and 1 day. They can be used as standard candles for accurate distance measurements and thus are useful for studying the structure of the Milky Way ... -
Development of surface preparation procedure recommendations for wind turbine blade field repairs
(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Engineering, 2022)Wind turbine blades necessitate reliable field repairs. However, the effects of current wind turbine field repair surface preparation techniques were not well- documented. Poorly informed surface preparation procedures ... -
Investigating high-risk biomechanics in agricultural work
(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Engineering, 2022)Statement of Purpose: Osteoarthritis, a debilitating disease resulting in cartilage degradation and loss of mobility, is often instigated by injury or excessive loading of unconditioned articular cartilage. Although ... -
Aggregate piers: stress transfer mechanism and construction effect
(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Engineering, 2022)This thesis is a compilation of two different papers based on the behavior of aggregate piers which is a soil improvement method used to increase the bearing capacity and reduce the expected settlements of soils in which ... -
Capacity investigation of all-way stop-controlled intersections
(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Engineering, 2022)Depending on traffic conditions, highway functional classification, sight distance, area setting, and other considerations, various traffic controls are used at the location of intersections. One of the essential traffic ... -
Seeing in the dark: how to tell a subatomic story in science film
(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Arts & Architecture, 2022)Since its inception in the early 20th century, science film has branched into a diverse phylogeny of methods and styles, informed by the subject matter it portrays as well as the technological advances of the day. Narrowing ... -
Virus-like particle surface toll-like receptor signaling modulates host response to bacterial infection
(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Agriculture, 2022)Innate immune recognition of viruses is critical for the rapid response and subsequent clearance of an infection. The primary focus of virus innate immune recognition is the recognition of viral nucleic acids post-infection. ... -
The rise of caldera forming eruptions: refining tools for understanding magma ascent
(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Letters & Science, 2022)The rate at which magma moves from the magma chamber to the surface influences the amount of degassing and crystallization that occurs, which in turn controls the style and intensity of the ensuing eruption. Thus, our ... -
Heifer reproduction strategies: molecular insights into early embryonic development and viability
(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Agriculture, 2022)Current heifer development strategies aim to produce the most fertile female possible. However, in western states heifers commonly transition from high to relatively low nutritional planes following breeding. The effects ... -
Design, fabrication, and validation of a portable perturbation treadmill for balance recovery research
(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Engineering, 2022)Trips and falls are a major concern for older adults. The resulting injury and loss of mobility can have a significant impact on quality of life. An emerging field of study, known as Perturbation Training, has been shown ... -
True tone: color grading's place in nonfiction filmmaking
(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Arts & Architecture, 2022)New technology has made color grading an accessible storytelling tool for nonfiction filmmakers. The rise of color manipulation for storytelling purposes allows nonfiction filmmakers to communicate with their audience at ... -
The role of reciprocity in documentary filmmaking
(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Arts & Architecture, 2022)Filmmakers are often required to navigate conflicts and difficult moral dilemmas with their participants. While some have proposed ethical guidelines to help filmmakers resolve these dilemmas, such normative codes are ... -
Practicality and usability of high-density surface electromyography for lower limb prosthesis control
(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Engineering, 2022)Surface electromyography (sEMG) presents a pathway for prosthesis control but is prone to excess noise and signal corruption due to displacement. High Density Surface Electromyography (HDsEMG), which covers the same area ... -
Development and analysis of lipidomics procedures for the causal investigation of Alzheimer's disease
(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Letters & Science, 2022)Uncovering sets of molecular features which cause a healthy metabolic state to transition to one of disease, requires extensive experimentation and often presents a difficult analysis. In the case of neurodegenerative ... -
A comparative analysis of Ethereum gas price oracles' performance and a mechanism for Ethereum gas price prediction post-EIP-1559
(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Engineering, 2022)Blockchain transactions compete for limited space in blockchain blocks. Miners prefer to include transactions with higher fees into new blocks. Ethereum released EIP-1559 as an upgrade for its transaction pricing mechanism. ... -
Maternal injectable mineral during early gestation impacts placental function and calf performance
(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Agriculture, 2022)Limited research has evaluated the effects of maternal mineral supplementation during early gestation on placental function and progeny growth. For this study, Angus and SimAngus cows (n = 52) were bred via artificial ... -
E-Acimocik: storying the lived experiences of indigenous faculty and staff at a predominantly white institution
(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Letters & Science, 2022)In the Fall of 2021, Montana State University reported its largest number of American Indian/Alaska Native students. Despite this growing population of students, few professionals employed by this institution are adequately ... -
A framework to assess bug-bounty platforms based on potential attack vectors
(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Engineering, 2022)Corporate computer security is becoming increasingly important because the frequency and severity of cyberattacks on businesses is high and increasing. One way to improve the security of company software is for a company ...
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