Biology Theses
Theses from 2010
Crayfish Predation on Juvenile Freshwater Mussels (Bivalvia: Unionidae), Rebecca Lynn Brondel
Responses of the Freshwater Snail, Lymnaea Stagnalis to Metal Polluted Sediment: Impacts on Growth and Antipredator Behaviors, Sarah Elizabeth Davis
The Effect of Flow on Burrowing in Juvenile Freshwater Mussels (Bivalvia, Unionidae), Matthew J. Duzan
Effect of Ingestion by Alligator Snapping Turtles (Macrochelys Temminckii) on Seeds of Riparian Vegetation, Jean Pierre Elbers
Growth Rate and Performance Effects on Watersnakes (Nerodia Sipedon) from Dietary Exposure to Heavy Metals, Maria Dawn Fatemi
Effects of Stream Crossings on Macroinvertebrate Assemblages of the Upper Current River, Ozark National Scenic Riverways, Missouri, Rachel Lee Sine Heth
Effects of White-Nose Syndrome on Winter Energetics of Little Brown Bats (Myotis Lucifugus), Amanda Frances Janicki
Requirements of Slm Proteins For Proper Organization of Eisosome, Endocytic Trafficking, and Recycling, Chitra P. Kamble
Spatial And Temporal Dynamics Of Habitat Use And Seasonal Movements Of The Niangua Darter, Cody Michael McCleary
The Ontogeny of Spatial Ecology and Habitat Use in a Population of Cottonmouths (Agkistrodon Piscivorus) in Southwest Missouri, Alexander Joseph Muensch
Effects of Prior Exposure to Predatory Chemical Cues on Territorial and Foraging Behaviors of the Ozark Zigzag Salamander, Plethodon Angusticlavius, Jennifer Kathleen Parsons
Association of Lead and Zinc on Fish Diversity in the Spring River Basin, Missouri, Bailey Stocker Pearson
Regulation of Synergistic Inducible ABIN-3 Gene Expression in Response to IL-10 and LPS, Brian A. Peterson
Colonization of Biofilms in a Freshwater Stream by Escherichia Coli and Bacteroides, Melissa June Reynolds
VPS1 on Dynamics of Endocytic Components and Endocytic Scission, Daobing Wang
Theses from 2009
Dynamic Mutation Rates and Extinction in Sexual Organisms, Matthew Steven Ackerman
Growth and Population Evaluation of Walleye (Sander Vitreus Mitchill) Using Scales and Otoliths as the Aging Structure in Norfork Lake and Bull Shoals Lake, Stephen Christopher Canter
Development of a Povidone Iodine Ophthalmic Antiseptic Solution for Surgical Prep and Extended Medical Uses, Kara Denise Childers
Phylogeographic Analysis of Rare Lady's Tresses Orchids (Spiranthes) from Missouri and Indiana, Saibyasachi Nath Choudhury
Distribution, Growth, and Competitive Impacts of the Exotic Chinese Mystery Snail (Bellamya Chinensis) in the James River, Southwest Missouri, Garrett Tyler Clark
Factors Affecting Metamorphosis Success of Larval Freshwater Mussels (Unionidae), Andrea Kay Crownhart
Roost Selection, Roosting Fidelity and Activity Patterns of Female Indiana Bats (Myotis Sodalis) in Northern Missouri, Shelly Noelle Dey
Winter Roosting Behavior of Red Bats (Lasiurus Borealis): Habitat Use, Microclimate, and Effects of Ambient Temperature on Roost Choice, Joshua Robert Flinn
Regulation of Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide Gene Expression by a Methanol Extract of Vitis Vinifera and Vitis Aestivalis, Amanda C. Herbster
Role of Slm Genes in Eisosome Organization and Endocytosis in Saccharomyces Cerevisiae, Sandhya Jain
Interbasin Transfer of Invasive Crayfish via Bait-Bucket Dumping, Sam Bruce Jones
Eastern Red Bat (Lasiurus Borealis) Response to Fire Stimulus During Torpor, Jason Thomas Layne
Behavioral Response of Sternotherus Odoratus to Conspecific and Predatory Chemosensory Cues, Holly Jeane Monroe
An Examination of Puccinia Mariae-Wilsoni Infection of Claytonia Virginica, Nicholas Mark Murphy
Acute Toxicity of Ammonia and Copper to Mussel (Bivalvia: Unionidae) Glochidia Inside and Outside of Conglutinates, Michael John Pillow
Inbreeding Depression in the Partially Selfing Perennial, Ruellia Humilis, Rick Vincent Sander
Effects of Burning and Cutting on Plant Diversity on Ozark Cedar Glades in Stone and Taney County, Missouri, Alex Ross Threlkeld
Host Specific Microbial Source Tracking and Quantification Using a Partial 16SrRNA Sequence of Bacteroides on the Finley River, a Tributary of the James River in Southwest Missouri, Neil John Van Asch
Fatty Acids as Biomarkers of Plankton Trophic Structure in Table Rock Lake, Missouri, Tammy Anne Yelden
Theses from 2008
An Evaluation of Knowledge Gains and Retention Rates of 5Th Grade Students After Attendance at a Watershed Festival, Dylan J. Allen
Influence of Ultraviolet Light, Righting Response, and Community Structure in Aquatic Turtles, Ben Anders
Regulation of Inflammatory Genes in Trigeminal Ganglion Neurons and Glia in Response to Cocoa Enriched Diets, Ryan John Cady
Short-Term Intensive Management of High Densities of the Invasive Plant Sericea Lespedezea, Jack E. Cornell II
Ecological Limitations for Southern Wild Rice Associated with Backwater Lakes of the Illinois and Upper Mississippi River Valleys, Bethany R. Dalrymple
TNF-a Regulation Of Cell Signaling In Trigeminal Ganglion In An In Vivo Model Of TMJ Inflammation, Srikanth Damodaram
Effects of Temperature on Winter Energetics of Female Indiana Bats (Myotis Sodalis), Katie Day
Zooplankton in Flowing Waters, Kelli Denise McCloud Dickerson
Factors Affecting Feeding and Growth of Juvenile Freshwater Mussels (Unionidae), Jennifer Jo Duzan
Identification of Connexins in Facilitating Neuron-Satellite Glial Cell Signaling in Trigeminal Ganglia, Filip G. Garrett
Effect of Intranasal Delivery of Carbon Dioxide on Trigeminal Ganglion Neurons: Inhibition of Neuron-Glia Gap Junction Communication and Neuropeptide Secretion, Stanka Madhu Kumar Kankipati
A Cryptic Invasion of the Non-Native Siberian Elm (Ulmus Pumila) to Southwest Missouri, Megan E. Ladd
Assessment of Aquatic Invertebrate Communities of Tributaries of the Buffalo River, Arkansas, and Evaluation of Indices of Community Integrity, Janice Arlene Mixon-Hinsey
Characterization of the Role of VPS1P in Endocytosis in Saccaromyces Cerevisiae, Srikant Nannapaneni
Response of the Ozark Zigzag Salamander (Plethodon Angusticlavius) to High and Low Level Threats, Morgan L. Presley
Host Specific Microbial Source Tracking and Quantification Using the Partial 16SrRNA Gene Sequence of Bacteroides on the Wilson's Creek Tributary in Southwest Missouri, Anthony R. Saitta
Evidence for Neuron-Glia Signaling in Trigeminal Ganglia: Implication in Temporomandibular Joint Pathology, Srikanth Thalakoti
Sub-Lethal Effects of Copper on Foraging and Alarm Behavior of Rainbow Darter (Etheostoma Caeruleum), David A. Woods Jr.
Theses from 2007
Top-down Control of Algal Biomass: The Role of Snails (Elimia Potosiensis) in the James River Watershed, Missouri, Angela Lee Bandy
The Effects of Suspended Sediment on the Attachment and Metamorphosis Success of Freshwater Mussel Parasitic Life Stages, Zachary S. Beussink
Thermoenergetics of Indiana Bats, Christin M. Dzurick
Characterization of an in Vivo Model of Temporomandibular Joint Inflammation, Stacy E. Freeman
Dissolved Oxygen Tolerances of Selected Small Stream Fishes of Southwest Missouri: Field vs. Laboratory Measurements, Curtis B. Klotz
Regulation of S100B Expression in Trigeminal Ganglion Neurons and Glia, Lauren E. Langford
Variation in Defensive Behaviors of the Western Cottonmouth (Agkistrodon Piscivorus) as a Result of Temperature, Size, and Reproductive Condition, Diana E. Mullich
Genetic, Morphological, and Behavioral Analysis of the Oklahoma Salamander (Eurycea Tynerensis) in Southwestern Missouri, Nathaniel Aaron Nelson
Influence of Physical Stress, Sex, and Body Size on Metabolic Rates of Ozark Zigzag Salamanders, Plethodon Angusticlavius, Kyle M. Shull
Theses from 2006
Regulation of Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide by a Methanol Extract of Theobroma Cacao, Marcie J. Abbey
Innate Cross Immunity of Host Fish to the Parasitic Larvae of Unionoid Mussels, Jolene R. Bowers
In-Stream Habitat and Riparian Conditions of Stream Reaches Favored by Topeka Shiner (Notropis Topeka) on the Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve, John Tyler Cribbs
Development of Novel Collection and Biosensor Detection System for Microbial Organisms, Keela Eve Davis
Nest Emergence and Chemosensory Mediated Predator Avoidance: Two Studies of Behavior in the Red-Eared Slider (Trachemys Scripta Elegans), Matthew D. Green
Regulation of CGRP Gene Expression in a Human Neuronal-like Cell Line, DMS 153, William George Hill III
Bisphenol A and Obesity, Lara Johnson
A Biological Assessment of the Fish and Benthic Macroinvertebrates From Two Urban Streams in Springfield, Missouri, Michael R. Kromrey
Colonization of Biofilms in a Freshwater Stream by Fecal Coliforms and Escherichia Coli, Brian R. McMinn
Regulation of CGRP Expression in an in Vivo Model of Temporomandibular Joint Inflammation, Vinit Patil
Growth And Population Assessment Of Spotted Bass (Micropterus Punctulatus) In Beaver, Table Rock, And Bull Shoals Lakes, Northern Arkansas-Southern Missouri, Jeremy Troy Risley
Detection of Fire by Eastern Red Bats (Lasiurus Borealis): Arousal from Torpor, Anna A. Scesny
The Relationship Between Teachers' Motivation and Student Achievement, Larry Stuart
A Sensor for DNA Hybridization Using Fluorescence and Electrical Impedance Detection, Erin E. Sutton
Differential Regulation of Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide Secretion from Trigeminal Ganglion Neurons by Carbon Dioxide, Carrie Vause
Theses from 2005
The Effects of Student Choice on Achievement and Motivation of Middle School Science Students, Mary L. Brockman
Acquired and Cross Immunity of Largemouth Bass (Micropterus Salmoides) to the Glochidia Larvae of Unionid Mussels, Benjamin J. Dodd
The Effects of Glochidiosis on Fish Respiration, Brianna E. Kaiser
Generation of Transgene Constructs for Improving Grape Quality and Characterization of two Regulatory Genes in Vitis Species, Brijesh Karakkat
Effects of Ecological and Geographical Barriers on Homing in Three-Toed Turtles, Terrapene Carolina Triunguis, Roy L. King
Foliar Herbivory on Understory Oaks as a Function of Forest Type and Prescribed Burning, Pamela L. Lucas
Ecophysiology of Hibernating Eastern Red Bats (Lasiurus Borealis), Miranda B. Milam-Dunbar
Winter Roosting Ecology of Red Bats (Lasiurus Borealis) in Southwest Missouri, Brad M. Mormann
Physical and Biological Impacts of Gravel Mining on Three Southwest Missouri Streams, Todd B. Parnell
Acorn Contribution to Mammalian Energetics, Cecilia Corinne Schoppet
Behavioral and Metabolic Responses of the Southern Red-Backed Salamander (Plethodon Serratus) to Predatory Stimuli: Influence of Body Size, Nathan L. Windel
Theses from 2004
Savanna Restoration Through Prescribed Fire: Demographic and Physiological Responses of Oak and Hickory Seedlings and Saplings to a Changing Light Environment, Douglas P. Aubrey
Evaluation Of CGRP And VIP As Biological Markers In Activation Of Trigeminal And Parasympathetic Nerves In Response To Sinus Symptoms, Jaime L. Bellamy
The Bioethical Beliefs of College Students Age 18-21 and the Influences That Shaped Those Beliefs, Stephanie A. Blake
