Biology Theses
Theses/Dissertations from 2008
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/Dissertations 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/Dissertations 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/Dissertations 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/Dissertations 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
A Comparison of Summer and Winter Roosting Habitat and Behavior of Evening Bats (Nycticeius Humeralis) in Missouri, Justin G. Boyles
The Effect of Temperature and Digestion on Metabolism in Black Rat Snakes, Elaphe Obsoleta Obsoleta, April M. Brennan
Reproductive Endocrinology and Musth-Behavior of a Captive Male Asian Elephant (Elephas Maximus), Connie Duer
Environmental Education's Effects on the Attitudes, Knowledge and Concern For the Environment Among Secondary Students, Kimberly A. Fields
Experience With Chemical Cues Influences Subsequent Behavior of Rainbow Darters, Etheostoma Caeruleum, Angela Gibson
Investigating the Effects of Vinclozolin on Reproduction in Three Generations of Sigmodon Hispidus, Barbara J. Hannah
Zooplankton Species Composition and Diversity in Floodplain Ponds: Effects of Flooding and Local Site Characteristics, Kim A. Medley
Physiological And Phylogenetic Characterization Of Three Psychrophilic Marine Bacteria, Brinnon L. Morrison
Pesticide Effects On Endocrine Function, Metabolism, And Thermoregulation In 13-Lined Ground Squirrels (Spermophilus Tridecemlineatus), Jean A. Perry
Evaluating The Effectiveness Of An Issues-Based Curriculum On Student Knowledge And Attitudes Toward Amphibians, Whitney B. Rapp
Predatory Strike Behaviors Of The Western Cottonmouth, Agkistrodon Piscivorus Leucostoma, William M. Ray
Effects Of Combinations Of Para-Hydroxybenzoic Acid And Boron On Growth And Mineral Content Of Velvetleaf, Melissa A. Remley
Spatial Ecology and Habitat Use of the Western Fox Snake (Elaphe Vulpina Vulpina) on Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge, Justin J. Shew
Roost-Site Selection of Bats in Northeast Missouri With Emphasis on the Endangered Indiana Bat (Myotis Sodalis), John C. Timpone
Molecular Studies Of Virus-Induced Gene Silencing In Nicotiana Benthamiana And Six Defense-Related Genes In Grapes, Xueyan Zhong
Theses/Dissertations from 2003
Biology of the Rare Woodland Perennial Trillium Pusillum Micheaux (Liliaceae) in Southwest Missouri, Cynthia S. Andre
Nymphophiline Phylogenetic Relationships Based On Mitochondrial DNA Sequences, Kayla Clift
A Comparison of the Index of Biotic Integrity by Habitat Type in Swan Creek, Southwest Missouri, Shane Dunnaway
Reproductive Biology and Host Requirement Differences Among Isolated Populations of Cyprogenia Aberti, Nathan Eckert
The Effects of an Interpretive Center on Knowledge and Attitudes of Grassland Habitats at Prairie State Park, Michelle L. Hoffman
The Effects of Bridge Crossings on Fish Assemblages in a Southwest Missouri Stream, Matt Keener
Ambient Temperature Effects on Metabolism and Body Composition in Torpid Bats (Myotis Lucifugus and Pipistrellus Subflavus), Scott A. Kelly
Effects of Media Ph on Growth and Nutrient Content of Two Grape Cultivars, Maru K. Kering
Seed Dispersal by Aquatic Turtles, Jeffery B. Kimmons
Activities Within a Myotine Bat Community With Emphasis on the Endangered Indiana Bat, Myotis Sodalis, Matthew N. Miller
Expressed Sequence Tag and Rna Hybridization Analysis of Phenol Biosynthesis Genes in Grapevine, Turlapati V. Phanikanth
Population Dynamics and Foraging Behavior of Gray Bats in Pittsburg, Ks, Scott M. Robertson
Coliforms, Salmonella, and Shigella in the James River Basin, Tamara Rose
Theses/Dissertations from 2002
The Effect Of Spatial Subsidies On The Diet, Density, And Species Richness Of Insular Lizards In The Gulf Of California, Russel Barrett
Host Specificity of Freshwater Mussels: a Critical Factor in Conservation, Shannon E. Bigham
Screening For Cry Genes From Bacillus Thuringiensis In Various Textural Classes Of Southwest Missouri Soils, Meghan Carter
Flatworm Predation on Juvenile Freshwater Mussels, Angela Delp
A Molecular Survey of Ehrlichia Chaffeensis and Ehrlichia Ewingii in Dogs and Ticks From Southwest Missouri, Matthew Dixon
Survey of the Aquatic Plants of the Jack's Fork River, Missouri, Richard Edwards
The Effect of Habitat on the Index of Biotic Integrity (IBI) in Bull Creek, Southwest Missouri, Jason Gunter
Response Of Salamanders To Chemical Stimuli From Predators In Natural Habitats, Caleb Hickman
A Comparison of Water Quality Analyses and the Index of Biotic Integrity in Bull Creek, Southwest Missouri, Fawn Kirkland
Interactive Effects of Ferulic Acid and Irradiance on Plant Growth and Photosynthetic Rate, William Edward McClain II
Biomonitoring of Stream Water Quality: Comparative Sensitivities of Macroinvertebrate Indices and Leaf Decomposition Rates, Mark Penticuff
Habitat Use of Urban Bats in Springfield, Missouri, Sarah Jane Robertson
Reproduction And Propagation Of The Neosho Mucket, Lampsilis Rafinesqueana, Melissa Shiver
Evidence For Reduced Hawkmoth Pollination in Ruellia Humilis, Jessica Smith
Environmental Limits To Invasion Of Ponds By The Exotic Zooplankter Daphnia Lumholtzi Sars, Tina Tamme
Factors Influencing Natural Science Graduate Students' Attitudes About The Environment, Angela Wilbers
Theses/Dissertations from 2001
Epistasis, Mutational Contingency, and the Divergence of Populations Under Uniform Selection, Michael Dickerson
Science Museum Education: The Effects Of Assessments And Facility Educational Goals On Visitor Perceived-Learning, Lianne Drysdale
Comparison Of Semen Extenders And Cryoprotectants In An Asian Elephant (Elephas Maximus), Heather Hedrick
Using Mitochondrial Cytochrome C Oxidase Subunit I Sequence To Resolve The Springsnail Species Complex: Pyrgulopsis Micrococcus, Shannon Jennings
A Descriptive Study of Male and Female Scores on the Missouri Assessment Program Test, Sonia Keeling
