In the 1960s, Eugene Ehrhart developed Ehrhart theory to enumerate lattice points in convex polytopes. An important tool in Ehrhart theory is the Ehrhart quasipolynomial, which encodes information about continuous and discrete area, lattice boundary p . . .

Creating and disseminating online content is an integral means of managing one’s identity, lifestyle and relationships. Exploring virtual participation becomes especially vital when considering the importance of online participation for adolescent que . . .

This thesis analyzes East and West Berlin society before and shortly after the Wende, the social changes that occurred after the fall of the Berlin Wall and German reunification. This is best depicted in the stories The Wall Jumper. The Lives of Other . . .

Comparative quantification is now almost a routine method for analyzing quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) data. This method employs reference transcripts to minimize sample variability, but there is little experimental evidence to support . . .

This creative work is a novel depicting life in a California desert town and the ways in which the town’s residents are affected by the implementation of a controversial city planning strategy, known as “naked streets.” The concept behind this strateg . . .

This is a collection of fiction and nonfiction pieces and poetry.

The inflammatory and pain response following tissue damage involves the production of inflammatory mediators called prostaglandins, which are produced by the enzyme COX- 2. COX-2 can be inhibited using non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibu . . .

American museums reenvisioned for the 21st century must have a stronger educational role, and place greater emphasis on serving visitor needs to drive revenue through increased attendance. As museums strive to meet visitor and funding challenges, the . . .

This paper will explore filmic elements that allow contemporary lesbian viewers to potentially find pleasurable in 1970s lesbian vampire films. Since the genre is most often considered misogynist, I will be parsing filmic elements such as ellipses fol . . .