Honors Research Projects from 2020
Explorations in Book Binding Techniques, Kristen Faux
Impact of Increased Precipitation on Midwestern Construction, Monica Feltman
The Cardiovascular Response to Acute Hypoxic Conditions in Danio rerio, Bryce Fetterman
Exercise and Physical Activity in Individuals with Type 1 Diabetes, Shelby Fisher
Law Enforcement and Community Relations with their Public, Garrett Fleming
Assessing Morphology of ipRGCs After Traumatic Brain Injury, Brian Foresi and Matt Smith
A Foundational Approach to Extrusion and Compounding, David Frankart
Effects of a Strength Training Intervention and Quality of Life: Case Study on a Sedentary Adult Female, Lucas Frazier
A Systematic Review: Effectiveness of Complementary Therapies on Mental Status of Pediatric Oncology Patients, Sara Fredricks, Jessica Lloyd, and Whitney Wendling
A Survey of Education in Civil Engineering, Tyler Fuller
Supersonic Propulsion: Inlet Shock Wave/Boundary Layer Interaction in a Diffuser, Lucas Fulop, Ian Henry, Jordan Ruffner, and Anthony McMullen
A Socioeconomic Analysis of Francophone and Anglophone West Africa, Jackson Gagne
The Effects of Staining Cyanobacteria with SYTOXGreen After Lysis by Freeze-Thaw and Lysis by Ethanol, Samantha Galambos
Oxidative Stress Analysis of Placental Tissue in the RUPP Pregnant Rat, Natalie Ganios
Water Condensation Collection for Disaster Relief, Tyler Gaydosh
Miniature Photogrammetry Rig, Alec Geither and Sean Weber
A Commercial Apartment Complex, Kathleen A. George
Exploring female university students’ views of campus engagement in CHAARG, Lia Giffels
Integrated Dentistry Face Shield, Noah Glass
Tilted Literature Review, Molly Goldman
Upper Extremity Mobility Device, Timothy J. Grassi and Jacob R. Miller
Effects of Nonpharmacological Interventions on Outcomes in Neonates with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome: A Systematic Review, Alexandrea Gray, Rachel Smith, Trina Miller, Nina Vaccaro, and Ashlyn Milhoan
Development of a Synthesis Method for O2-releasing Compound for Microbiological Experiments, Danae Greco
The Push for the Extra Edge in Sports, Logan Green
Examining Traumatic Bone Fracture Healing Versus Surgical Osteotomies in Canines and Resulting Rates of Infection, Grace Gsellman
Digital, Automated Reactive Target System, Nicholas Haas, SaiPranay Vellala, Trandon Ware, and Thomas Martin
Melanopsin-expressing Retinal Ganglion Cells in Control vs. Glaucomatous Retinas, Edward Hamad
Research and Design of a Two-Stage Supersonic Rocket, Ryan Hannaford, James Gase, Matthew Reppa, and Harrison Lewis
Adaptive Bike Pedals, Norman Hansen and Robert Csaky
Levitate, Stephen Hargreaves, Isaac Hammonds, Russel Pease, and Joseph Morris
Lower Extremity Exoskeleton, Kelly Haslett and Jacalyn Everhart
Nursing Student Stress, Ruthanne Emily Hawks, Hannah Rae Wilson, Carly Marie Gillota, Taylor Anne Hall, and Edward William McCain
Home Sales as a Time Series Model, Noah R. Hellenthal
Telecommunications Database, Tristan Hess
Rocket Motor Nozzle, Corey Hillegass
What factors drove voter support for Donald Trump in the 2016 Presidential election?, Kyle Hilles
Akron Honey- Honey Infuser, Niklas Hilmoe, Timothy Snider, Richard Bitzel, and Preston Fillman
4 Goodyears, Justin Hofacker, Hannah Bryan, Stephen Sweitzer, Dean Dickirson, and Nick Milich
Immigration and Crime Across Southern US Border: The Effect of Latino Immigration on Violent Crime, Matthew Hohman
Harm Reduction Through Effective Volunteer Training, Rebecca Hohman
Productive Uncertainty in the Laboratory Setting: Engaging Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Abigail Hollowell
Goodyear Project - Mile Marker 0, Nolan Howard, Catherine Elizabeth Rardin, Tyler Michael Henning, Benjamin D. Benton, and Matthew Jacob Kennelly
Zips Electric Racing Suspension Design, Madison Hughes, Christopher Thompson, Erikah Jackson, and Anna Signorino
Leveling-Position Platform Cart, Brice Hutchison
Exploring Intuitive Eating Behaviors and Attitudes among a Sample of College Students, Kirsten Imhoff; Christin Seher PhD, RDN, LD; and Kristen DeBois PhD
Solvent-Free Coating Using MACO Bio-Based Reactive Diluent, Ryder James
Measuring Eating Competence Among Participants Enrolled in a 15-Week Weight Management and Chronic Disease Prevention Program, Delaney Corrin Javens
Filtration Apparatus Design for Oil-Water Separation using Membranes and Sponges, Alec Jerger
Zips Racing Electric CAN Communications, Andrew Jordan, Adam Long, Susanah Kowalewski, and Rami Nehme
Determination of iron-reducing bacterial activities in lake sediments., Alexandra Kahn
The Tera Multi Terrain Mobility Aid Chassis, Colton Kemp, Daniel Nicoll, Ibrahim Suleiman, and Mohammad Alyami
Does Racial Discrimination Exist in the NBA?, Logan Kendall
Shock Wave and Boundary Layer Interaction, Blake Keuchel, Lauren Andrews, and Corryn Rahe
A Business Plan for The Fitzgerald Institute, Elaine M. King, Matthew G. Deibel, Matthew J. Bulgrin, Alex Skeen, and Stephanie N. Kieke
Metisentry- E-sports, Evan Kirian, Jennifer Cranmer, Kevin C. Edwards, Matthew Ackerman, Veronica Janosek, and William A. Reilly
Custom 3D Printed Orthotic, Dakota Kirtley and Andrew Wiles
Technological Software in Mathematics, Courtney Kish
Designing a Recycling Facility for Energy Materials, Bartholomew Kitko, Matthew Berger, Elias Chiti, Trayce Harris, and Mark Kulesa
Visual Music Assistant, David Klett
An Exploratory Study of the Relationship Between Religiosity and Internalized Heterosexism in Same-Sex Attracted Individuals, Lauren Knight
Controlled Crystallization of PET Filaments in Additive Manufacturing, Ryan Kordahi
Vehicle Operator Attention Monitor, Matthew Krispinsky, Matt Marsek, Matthew Mayfield, and Brian Call
Zips Electric - Cooling System, Guan-Bok Kwok
Optimization of E-Textiles for Lactic Acid Detection, Andrew Laboy and Mallory David
Gun Control in the United States, Oliver Lake
Design of Pigments for use in “Cool” Coatings, Tyler Laughorn
Test Anxiety and Mathematics Teaching Strategies in Youth Mathematics, Daniel Linder
A Novel Approach to Mid-foot Reconstruction Surgery in Patients with Charcot Arthropathy, Jessi Martin and Deborah Falokun
Effect of Vaping and Estrogen/Progesterone on Coagulation of Blood in Danio rerio: A Literature Review, Kristen McCausland
Religion and Spirituality in Social Work, Caleb McCoy
Use of Calculators in High School Mathematics, Alex McDaniel
Greener Synthesis of Chlorophosphazenes, Andrew McGee
Autonomous Guided Vehicle Frame for Outdoor Use, Thomas McGrath
Electoral College Reform: Past, Present, and Future Implications of the United States Electoral College System, Madison McKinney
Non-invasive method for leptin supplementation in zebrafish (Danio rerio), Regan McNamara
Augmented Reality Billiards Assistant, Sarah Medved
Cardiovascular Tissue Remodeling of Preeclampsia, Rachel Metz
MetiSentry E-Sports Project Honors Forum, Dylan Meyer, Michael Ciarvarella, Ben Stephens, Michael Farkas, and Miya Timura
Solar-Powered Exploration of the Venus Atmosphere, Marc Migliozzi, Cory Everman, Rebecca Buerhle, Umar Muhammed, Steven Abbate, and Chase Champagne
The Delicacy of Breath: Tribute to Cystic Fibrosis, Natalie Minns
A Girl's Song: Recounting Women and the Nantucket Whaling Industry, 1750-1890, Natalie Mitchell
Snug Fit Crescent Wrench, Jacob M. Miterko, Michael E. Buchbinder, Gavin J. Griffith, and Andrew J. Jarrett
The Role of Influenza Infection on Cell Metabolism, Megha Mokkapati
Demographics and Physical Activity Levels of eSports Athletes at The University of Akron, Madison Morgan, Patrick Barrett, and Madeleine Stoll
Goodyear Research Project, Morgan Mosiniak, Tristan T. Cavanaugh, and Jared Kvaka
Are Opinions on Abortion Based on Racial Attitudes?, Ashley Mueller
How Access to Finances Affects Gender Inequality Across Cultures, Allison Muntin
Growing Pains, Madeline Myers
Causes, Prevention, and Macro-Level Effects of Juvenile Substance Abuse, Nicole Neiman
Exploring Shape-Memory Polymers from Silicone I and 1,10-decanediol Blends, Kristina Nguyen
Using Unmanned Aerial Systems (Drones) with a Thermal Sensor to Map and Count Deer Population, Maxwell C. Ott
Rinse Tank Salinity Automation, George Pahoundis
Claw Morphology Impacts Clinging Performance on Rough Substrates, Alexandra Pamfilie
Creating an Accessible Campus Environment, Megan Parker
Perspectives on Student Hunger and Poverty, Ruchi Patel
KettleBell Ultra, Elissa Peters, Kathryn Wegman, Daniel Basch, and Mason Pastorius
Culture of countries and country-index crash risk, Jason Petri
Applications of Ultra-High Performance Concrete, Zachary Plevny
Examining the Experiences of Homicide Co-Victims to Inform a Survivor’s Guide to Healing, Grae Pollard