This collection contains Honors in the Major theses completed in Sciences.
Theses from 2020
Growing Up Puerto Rican: College Students' Reality of Staying in Puerto Rico Post-Maria, Bianca M. Pizarro Vázquez
A Study of Family Communication & the College Experience: A Comparison Between U.S. & Global Students, Iulia V. Popescu
Genetic Structure of Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia mydas) Foraging Aggregations on the East Coast of Florida, Monica R. Reusche
"Yo, Indocumentadx:" Latinx Undocumented Immigrant Identity, Freedom, and Anti-immigrant Discourses in the United States, Guadalupe Rivas Navarro
The Relation Between Psychopathology and Unconventional Relationships, Alyssa T. Roberts
Role of Polyploidy in Leaf Functional Trait Evolution Across Wild Helianthus, Anestacia S. Robinson
Seaweed as a Carrier for Microplastics, Stephanie M. Rodriguez
Comparative Examination of the Empatica E4 to Record Heart Rate Variability Metrics, Andres Rosero
Learning Outcomes With Gamification: An Integrative Review of Gamification in Training For Occupational Health Psychology, Dishanki Savla
A Generalized Low Order Model for Vortex Shedding From a Tandem Cylinder Arrangement Using Delay Coupled Van der Pol Oscillators, Michael Soroka
Genetic Control of Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Colonization in Helianthus Annuus, Katherine Stahlhut
Investigating the Effects of UV Filters in Sunscreen on Human and Environmental Health, Brittany M. Thompson
How Free is "Free?": Restrictive Agency and Optimism, Mel A. Tornin
The Party Decides, or Does It?: An In-depth Analysis of the 2020 Presidential Primaries and the Democratic Party's Influence, Emma Trittin
The Effects of a Cytoskeletal Drug Swinholide A on Actin Filament Dissembly in a Crowded Environment, Tevin Um
Validation and Optimization of Hyperspectral Reflectance Analysis-Based Predictive Models for the Determination of Plant Functional Traits in Cornus, Rhododendron, and Salix, Milton I. Valdiviezo
Executive Function Impairment and the Influence of a Break in a Virtual Nature Environment, Kipras Varkala
Understanding Aggressive Driving Behavior: The Role of Personality and Individual Differences, Enilda M. Velazquez
Obergefell v. Hodges: Majority Opinion got the Analysis Wrong, but the Answer Right, Rumor Watts
Examining Variation in Intentional Cranial Modification in Ancient Tucume, Peru, Sarah Wenger
Characterization of the Physical and Chemical Effect of Membrane Disruption and Protein Inhibiting Treatments on E. coli, Khadijah Wright
The Electoral College and the Winner Takes All System, Cheyenne Young
Theses from 2019
Relationship between Forensic Exposure and Forensic Knowledge, Giovanna M. Alves
The Journey of the Entrepreneur, Francesca Archbold
Conformations of Tricyanofuran-type Metastable-state Photoacids, Juan E. Arias
An Analysis of Obstacles to Peace Between Iran and Israel, Emily M. Aspinwall
The Role of Cues and Kinematics on Social Event Perception, Estefania Berrios
Study on Technology and Learning, Jeremy Bramwell
Grating Coupler for Surface Waves Based on Electrical Displacement Currents, Jonathan R. Brescia
Investigation of Microplastic Accumulation in the Gastrointestinal Tract in Birds of Prey, Julia Carlin
"I'm a Strong Independent Black Woman": The Cost of Strong Black Woman Schema Endorsement, Stephanie Castelin
Capillary Electrophoresis Buffer Optimization for Plant Tissue Analysis, Rebekah Davis
Defense Trade-offs in the Evolution of the Fruits and Flowers of Genus Cornus, Danielle R. De La Pascua
Determining the Relationship Between Weight Dissatisfaction and Attention to Calories, Eleanor Didden
An Investigation of Textile Fibers by means of RGB analysis of Birefringence, Olivia F. Feild
Development of Nonlocal Green-Kubo Formalism with Applications to Coupled Heat and Mass Transport, Kevin Fernando
Postures in Mobile Device Usage: Effects on Interpretation Bias, Mood, and Physical Tension, Gabriela Flores-Cruz
The Nexus Between Cognitive Flexibility and Prejudicial Attitudes in Younger and Older Adults, Yerika Germosen
What Explains Legislator Support for Traditional Public School Education in Florida, Tiffaney M. Green
Semantic Bias as an Application of the Universal Grammar Model in the Russian Language, Iryna Gural
Memory Retrieval Deficits in Children with ADHD: The Mediating Role of Working Memory, Nicole K. Hale
Structure Difference and Implication to Assembly Morphology Control of Rous Sarcoma Virus Capsid Protein, John Hastings
Investigating the Role of Neuronal Aging in Fragile X-Associated Tremor/Ataxia Syndrome, Katlin Marie Hencak
Experiences of Young Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Latinx People in Healthcare, Caleb Hernandez
Comparison of Scrupulosity Self-report in Mexico Versus the United States, Johanna E. Hidalgo
Chinese Economic Development and its Global Implications, Robert T. Hill
Do Cognitive Metaphors Moderate the Effectiveness of Protective Behavioral Strategies?, Skyler M. Hoover
Time Series Forecasting and Analysis: A Study of American Clothing Retail Sales Data, Weijun Huang
Conceptions About Terrorism: How Fearful Are We and How Does That Affect Us?, Rebecca Jackson
Florida's Rising Tide: Income Inequality Effects by County, Alyson E. Johnson
The Mediating Role of Resilience in the Relationship Between Attachment Style and Symptoms of Depression and Anxiety, Melanie Jurgensen
The Psychological Basis of Threat Perception and its Effect on the Use of Force by US Presidents, Collin J. Kazazis
The Nuclear Taboo: A Real Effect on Public Perception?, Cody Marlin Kennedy
Sex Determination Using Discriminant Function Analysis of Carpals from Maya Sites in Belize from Pre-Classic to Spanish Colonial Period, Michelle D. Labbe
Perceived Substance Use Risk After Exposure to Substance Use References in Music Videos, James R. Langer
Relationships Between Broad Aspects of Personality Functioning and Generalized Anxiety Severity, Ashley A. Lee Lum
The Problem of Technology: Human Communication In The Age of Automation, Alyona Leontyeva
Current Perceptions of Undocumented Immigrants in the United States, Gabriela Lozano
Governments' Adoption of Native Cryptocurrency: A Case Study of Iran, Russia, and Venezuela, Rose Mahdavieh
Rigorous Analysis of an Edge-Based Network Disease Model, Sabrina Mai
A Survey of Dissociation, Identity Distress, and Rejection Sensitivity in Adult Adoptees, Lee J. McLamb
Pro-Government Militias and the Legacy of Military Rule in Latin America, Alexander Mendelsohn
The Role of Psychological Symptoms in the Relationship Between Adverse Childhood Experiences and Substance Misuse, Melissa J. Merkley
Female Militarization and Women's Rights: A Case Study of the Peshmerga and YPJ, Margaret Morgan
Draining your Brain: The Effects of Four Fatiguing Task Domains on Executive Function and Prefrontal Cortex, Salim A. Mouloua
Urinalysis Screening of Drugs in Adulterated Samples via Direct Analysis in Real Time -- High Resolution/ Mass Spectrometry (DART-HR/MS), Bianca E. Olivieri
After Hurricane Maria: Puerto Rican Migrants and Residential Segregation in the Orlando MSA, Gabriella Ospina
Does Mental Status Moderate the Relationship Between Traumatic Brain Injury History and Life Satisfaction?, Charlotte A. Payne
''All Dolled Up": Self-objectification, Grooming Behaviors, and Body Image Disturbance Among College Women, Cianna Piercey
When to Strike: Exploring the Variables That Lead To Successful Decapitation Strikes, Renzo Pierres
College Students Perceptions of Promiscuity, Tijana Radojevic
Sex Education or Self Education? LGBT+ Experiences with Exclusionary Curricula, Karli Reeves
The Effects of Parenting and Identity on Decision-Making Styles, Natasha Reyes
Gender Negotiation Among People in Poly/Consensual Non-Monogamous Relationships, Vanessa Rijo - Sánchez
21st Century Engagement Among UCF Students: Exploring Metrics & Platforms, Daniel N. Robles Duprey
Evaluating Protective Behavior Strategy Intentions Using the Theory of Planned Behavior, Dakota Sanchez
Is Perceived Intentionality of a Virtual Robot Influenced by the Kinematics?, Jordan Sasser
How the Body Moves the Mind: Exploring the Effects of Perspective of Physical Sensation on Embodied States and Perception, Kathryn G. Satoski
The Hyperaccumulation of Zinc in Sunflowers and its Effect on Disease Resistance, Rayner J. Seavey
Mechanochemically Synthesized Cobalt Oxide-Based Particles for the Reduction of Nitrophenols and Impacting Factors to its Mechanism, Lorianne R. Shultz
Anti-LGBT Backlash and the Shifting Public Opinion on LGBT Rights in Contemporary Russia: A Case Study, Sean T. Skillings
Data Quality of Motion Research Utilizing fNIRS, Shayna Soares
A New Measure Of The Authoritarian Personality: Untangling The Personal And The Political, Melodie Spiegel
Relationship Between Executive Function and Postural Control, Lara V. Suarez
"Our Roots:": Latinx Parents' Language Ideologies Concerning Bilingualism, Akanne S. Torres Beltran
Measuring Media Multitasking, Alexandria Trombetta
Role of Spatial Ability in Musical Instrument Choice: Implications for Music Education, Tevis L. Tucker
An Exploration of the Relationship Between Young Women's Body Esteem, Stigma Consciousness, and Ambivalent Sexism, Manuela Uribe
Determining Common Patterns of Gastrointestinal Health in Emerging Adults: A Latent Class Analysis Approach, Helize Vivier
The Florida 2004 Minimum Wage Amendment and Variance in County Support, Brittany Wilson
European Migration and the Far-right: 2011-2017, Lauren Wilson
Split Probe Detection of the Influenza A Virus for Improved Diagnostics in a Point of Care System, Tamar Yishay
Theses from 2018
Psychometric Properties of a Working Memory Span Task, Juan M. Alzate Vanegas
When the Clocks Strike Thirteen: Political Repression in Modern America (1990-2015), Faiza Begani
Social Anxiety and Subtypes of Empathy: The Moderating Influence of Biological Sex, Samantha K. Berg