The Honors Research Project is an integral part of the Williams Honors College experience, and completion of an acceptable Honors Research Project is a requirement to graduate as a Williams Honors Scholar. Interdisciplinary, creative projects are encouraged, and could incorporate original research investigating a significant question, a unique artistic or creative work, or the design of an original concept to meet a societal need. In all cases the project must meet high standards of scholarship. The student must also meet any department or college requirements for this project, such as prerequisite coursework or experience, qualifying examination, or oral presentation. More information about the Honors Research Project is available online.

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Honors Research Projects from 2016

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NFPA 2015/2016 Chainless Challenge Project Report, Andrew Tupta, Andrew Ball, Stefan Stamboldziev, Jordon Spence, and Sean Catchpole

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THE UNIVERSITY OF AKRON NFPA 2015/2016 Chainless Challenge, Andrew Tupta, Andrew Ball, Stefan Stamboldziev, Jordon Spence, and Sean Catchpole

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NFPA 2015/2016 Chainless Challenge, Andrew Tupta, Stefan Stamboldziev, Sean Catchpole, Jordon Spence, and Andrew Ball

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The Effects of Left vs Right Hemisphere Cerebrovascular Accident, and Treatment, Nellie M. Turner

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Using Mathematical Research Methods to Solve a Problem in Music Theory Instruction, Specifically, the Teaching of Secondary Dominant Chords, Angela Ulrich

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Algerian, Tunisian, and Moroccan Students Abroad in France: The Importance of History in Understading the International Student Experience, Hannah M. Ulrich

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Black Cloud Randomization Test, Nicholas S. Vanni

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Economical Retrofit System to Reduce Cooking Emissions in Third World Dwellings, Jonathan VanZummeren, Tyler Sturgeon, and Ben Dalessandro

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Identification and Quantification of Zooplankton in NE Ohio Drinking Water Reservoirs, Michael Vigorito

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Separation of Water from ULSD using Superhydrophobic PS Nanofiber Mats, Alisa G. Webel

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Seeking Personal Financial Understanding for College Students, Nathan Webel

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Voice Activated Chess Set, William Weigand, Alysha Jansto, Kerim Bojadzija, and Mitchell Hall

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Stress and Exercise in Undergraduate Health Professions Students, Kristin R. Weismantel, Meghan G. Brickner, and Leah N. Rosler

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Young Adult Fiction Writing in the Classroom: Emily’s Investigation and Insights, Emily Westfall

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Heterogeneous Thermal Effects on Structural-Grade Steel, Eric Wickersham

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Case Study of Uber Data in the Central London Area, Kaylene Widdoes

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Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion: Rhamnolipid Effects, Andrea M. Wildroudt

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Motorcycle Helmet Crash Detection/Prevention System, David Witsaman

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Smart Tail-Light System, Julia Wood and Donald G. Haiss

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Understanding Cultural Health Beliefs and Practices in Ghana, Africa, Jamie Wossilek and Rachel Patterson

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Pollinator Sharing Between Mimulus ringens and Coflowering Plant Species in Northeastern Ohio, Andrew M. Wuellner

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Life Is Good No Matter What, Daniel J. Wyrock, Emily Kosuda, and Brian Raglow

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Gifted Education in Rural Schools, Paige E. Yeager

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What Makes A Man?: An Alpha male’s fight for masculinity against the media’s muscular ideals, Julie A. Yockey

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Understanding the Stigma of Hearing Loss and How If Affects the Patient and Treatment Process, Carolyn M. Zaitzew

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Fixing Our Schools: Paving the Way to Mentorship, Taylor N. Zepp

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Microstructure and Deformation Mechanism Analysis of Carbonate Rock located in an Anticline, Natalie R. Zidd

Honors Research Projects from 2015

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Evaluation of the Signature Molecular Descriptor with BLOSUM62 and an All-Atom Description for Use in Sequence Alignment of Proteins, Lindsay M. Aichinger

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Assertiveness in Nursing Students, Kaitlin F. Amicone and Rachel Miller

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Student Voting Behavior at The University of Akron, Turner G. Anderson

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Looking Ahead: A Public Relations Plan for ServiceMaster of Hudson, Brianne Angell

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Temperature Control of an Emulsion Polymerization Process, Evan M. Arnold

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Community Identity, Rebecca F. Aronhalt

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The Effect of Personal Contact on Attitudes toward Mental Illness in Baccalaureate Nursing Students, Jessica Ashe

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Free-Range Pre-Programmed RC Car, Alexander L. Aubihl, Andrew S. Hopwood, Benjamin J. Riggs, and Tyler P. Vance

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A Systematic Review: Non-pharmacological Interventions for Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting, Miranda L. Ayers and Olateju F. Olowe

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Histological and Immunohistochemical Analyses Used to Study Craniosynostosis in Pediatric Patients, Palvir Kaur Baadh

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Magnus Effect in Duct Flow, Jesse S. Batko, Cameron W. Clarke, and Kenneth W. Smith Jr.

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Brainstorm Radiation Systems Inc, Calia Battista, Leah Krichbaum, Lauren Wickert, Cody George, and Ryan Manges

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The Relationship among Math Anxiety, Mathematical Performance, and Math Education in Undergraduate Nursing Students, Joshua D. Beall, Troy Roebuck, and Paul Penkalsky

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Growing Community Gardens through Education, Kaitlyn Becka, Sydney Martis, and Rich Mehok

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2015 Zips SAE Baja Brakes and Throttle System, Philip A. Bennett

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Wellness Wednesday: Monitoring Lifestyle Changes Via the Transtheoretical Model, Mariah J. Bloom Ms.

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The Butterflies that Saved the Dominican Republic, Rachel A. Bodenschatz

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Understanding and Implementing Extended Saxophone Techniques, Tyler R. Bokman

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Filtration of Aerosolized Oils with Layered Filter Media and Drainage Channels, Corey A. Boldon

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Enhanced Child’s Play LAN Design, Nicholas B. Bordo

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Exploring the Viability of Establishing a Children’s Grief Camp in South Africa, JoAnn Borer

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The Relationship between Critical Consciousness and Subjective Well-being, Lauren E. Bosley

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Foley Catheter Priming Device, Melissa A. Boswell, Landon Davis, Renee Horn, Tyler Grubb, and Jason Green

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An Empirical Analysis of State Supreme Court Candidate Fundraising, Michael Briach

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The Misallocation of Federal Funds in the U.S. Child Welfare System, Lauren A. Brown

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Puzzling Your Puzzler, Samantha Brown

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Electronic Health Record Simulator, Samuel M. Brown

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Generalized Mapping and Object Removal, Duncan Campbell

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Reusable Adhesive Tapes from Electrospun Polymer Fibers, Vishal K. Chaurasia

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Analysis of Password Cracking Methods & Applications, John A. Chester

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Modular Biped Robotic Base, Lawrence T. Chiavaroli, Andrew J. Forchione, Wesley A. Miller, and Joseph M. Drockton

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Relationship between isolated bacterial species and White-nose Syndrome, Jennifer Chishko

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SHARP RNA Recognition Motif Optimizations, Extensions, and Mutations for Use in 2D and 3D NMR Experiments, Shaun M. Christie

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Magnus Effect in Duct Flow, Cameron W. Clarke, Jesse S. Batko, and Kenneth W. Smith Jr.

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Culturally Sensitive Social Work and Mental Health Practice with the Amish, Julissa J. Coblentz Ms.

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Inspiring Piety: The influence of Caravaggio’s paintings in Santa Maria del Popolo, Cara Coleman

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Literature Review and Case Study of the Functionality of Video Self Modeling, Carly Conklin

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Survey of Telepractice in Speech-Language Pathology Graduate Programs, Katie M. Constantine

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Perfecting the Process of Pairing College Roommates: A State of the Art Review, Carly A. Corio

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Exploring the Benefits of Embedded and Sustained Field Placements for Pre-Service Teachers and Students through Research of the F.A.C.E Collaboration, Marie Corrigan

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Swagelok Probing Station Tester Improvement Project, Ross Crocker

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Senior Design:KONG Toy Instruction-Manual Insertion, Ashley N. Cuthbert, Rachael L. Innocenzi, and Marianna R. Smith

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Effect of Physical Activity on Perceived Quality of Life of an Individual with Cerebral Palsy, Julia R. D'Agostino

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Managing Free Play in Early Childhood: Teachers Don’t Need to End the Trend, Elizabeth D'Apolito

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The Optimization of MitoNEET Synthesis, Purification and Mutation Stability in the [2Fe-2S] Cluster, Alexandria DeFabio

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Design of the Structural and Propulsion Systems for the 2015 University of Akron Rocket Team, Kyle W. DeHoff and Nicholas J. Hrusch

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The Psychology of Terrorism and Radicalization, Gina K. DeJacimo

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New Design for Prefilled Syringe, Katherine R. DeLozier, Sarah Snyder, Jennifer Drombetta, and Douglas Cale Crowder

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ShotBlocker® - Bionix® Senior Design, Samuel Dockery

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Humidity and Rest Period Effects on Viscid Silk Recovery, Catherine Donley

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Multi-Modal Communication in School-Age Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Lauren Dougherty

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Prosthetic Thermal Management Device, Garrett Dowd

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Developing a colorimetric membrane sensor to detect trihalomethanes in water samples utilizing the Fujiwara reaction, Max D. Duckworth

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The Effects of Land vs. Aquatic HIIT Treadmill Running on Aerobic and Anaerobic Performance – A Pilot Study, Cory N. Egli

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Biodegradable Poly(Ester Urea's) Scaffold Sponges Containing Platelet-Rich Plasma For Targeted Tendon-Bone Fixation, Alex B. Ellenberger Mr.

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The Psychological Benefits of Animal Assisted Therapy on Elderly Nursing Home Patients, Sophia M. Elliott

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Determining the Critical Micelle Concentration of Polymer Matrix for Drug Delivery Purposes, Katie Emmert

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Electronic Learning Guitar, Justin Fiser

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Do Epidermal Cell Types Have an Effect Upon Ultraviolet Patterns on Flower Petals?, Margaux Flaherty

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Therapeutic Animal Camp for Children Affected by Cancer, Katie Fleck

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Designing a Heat Sink for Lithium-ion Battery Packs in Electric Vehicles, Evan Foreman, Dylan Irvine, Aaron Jackson, Christopher Brandon Remington, and Sam Endrizzi

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Pcdh19 Expression in Normal and Regenerating Adult Zebrafish Retinas, Kristin N. Forkapa Ms.

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Role of the Physical Therapist in Reducing Postoperative Complications in Type 2 Diabetics, Angela M. Formanik

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Acculturation of International Student-Athletes, Alexandra L. Frawley

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Nutrition Educational Programming: An added step in the integrated healing process of the residents of the Battered Women's Shelter, Annalise Friend

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Liberty Valley Church Network, Timothy D. Fuhry

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Taxation on Morals, Alex J. Fulop

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Modeling the Progress and Retention of International Students Using Markov Chains, Lucas Gagne

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Design of The University of Akron's 2015 FSAE Electric Vehicle Braking System, Nicholas D. Galbincea

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Determination of the Structure of Sphingomyelin by Tandem Mass Spectrometry and Matrix - Assisted Laser Desorption/Ionization, Antonio Ganios

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An Examination of District Goals Across Cultures, Brad J. Gasser

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A Moderated and Scored Debate: What is the role of lecture in teaching social studies?, Elliot E. Georgiadis

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A Systematic Review: Immediate and Maintenance Effects of Interventions on Handwashing Compliance in Healthcare Workers, Brent E. Gibson and Dajana Markovic