Theses, dissertations, and other culminating projects produced by the students of Loma Linda University are placed in the institutional repository to document an enduring and continuing record of the scholarship of the Loma Linda University community.
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Theses/Dissertations from 1992
An Evaluation of Surface Enamel Damage Following the Debonding of Ceramic Brackets : A Follow-Up Study, B. Scott Hood
Soft Tissue Changes of the Upper Lip Following Isolated Le Fort I Osteotomies, Kendall E. James
Transforming Growth Factor-Beta 1 Expression in Developing Ovine Teeth as Visualized by In Situ Hybridization, Søren Jepsen
The Periodontal Intraosseous Defect Following Root Conditioning with Citric Acid and Wound Closure Including a PTFE Membrane : An Experimental Study, Betty Glaser Kersten
New In Vivo and In Vitro Techniques for Quantification of Lateral Force Levels That Cause Implants to Fail : A Progress Report on Monkey Research, V. Leroy Leggitt
The Impact of an Incentive/Competition Program on Participation and Smoking Cessation Among High Risk Smokers at the Worksite, Dyann M. Matson
The Effects of Temperature on the Physiology of PHATARIA UNIFASCIALIS : and its Implications for the Species' Distribution in the Gulf of California, Michael Boyce Morgan
Antibacterial Effects of Various Endodontic Irrigants and Medicaments on Selected Anaerobic Bacteria, Patrick K. Ohara
The Expression and Regulation of the hsdK Genes of Escherichia coli K-12, Ainu Parkash
Habitat, Diurnal, and Tidal Effects on the Behavior of glaucous- Winged Gulls (LARUS GLAUCESCENS), Dean Pearson
The Expression and Regulation of the hsdK Genes of Escherichia Coli K-12, Ainu Prakash
Identified Barriers to well Child Care for Homeless Children Under Age Thirteen, Judith G. Riemer
Characteristics of Habitual Dysfunctional Behaviors, Carole Ryan Serena
Characterization of Murine Interleukin-4 (IL-4) : Biological Activities and Initial Identification of Signal Transduction Mechanisms in IL-4-Mediated Macrophage Activation, Henkie Pierre Tan
Shared Responsibility for Medication Use : An Experiment, Marjorie Tessner
A Shear Bondstrength Evaluation of Five Orthodontic Light-Cured Adhesives, Perry M. Unruh
Characterization of Restriction-Modification Systems in KLEBSIELLA PNEUMONIAE, Boontar Valinluck
Development of Periapical Lesions in Immunosuppressed Rats, Phillip A. Waterman Jr.
Modulation of Rat Hepatic S9-Dependent Mutagenesis, DNA Binding, and Metabolism of Aflatoxin B1 and Benzo[a]pyrene by Four Chinese Medicinal Herbs, Brian Yuen Yau Wong
Effects of Dietary Calcium and Fasting on Osteoclast Recession and Recruitment in Calcium Deficient Rats, Kenneth R. Wright
Theses/Dissertations from 1991
The Impact of Variations in Buccolingual Thickness of Maxillary Anterior Dentition on First Order Arch form Adjustments, Craig A. Andreiko
A Flow Cytometric Analysis of Immunocyte Populations in Peripheral Blood and Pleural Effusions of Patients with Cancer, Mandy L. Bohn
Cephalometric Analysis of Soft Tissue Profile Change Associated with Orthodontics and Orthognathic Surgery : A Long-Term Study, Douglas M. Brown
Dysfunctional Attitudes, Life Stress and Coping Processes, Deborah DeSalliers
Molecular Genetics of Endocrine Induced Regression of Mouse Leydig Cell Tumors, Milton Rolando Drachenberg
The Use of Corrected Occlusal X-Ray for Determination of ALD : A Comparative Study, Merlin D. Ekvall
GABA as a Putative Neurotransmitter in the Optic Lobes of the Crab HEMIGRAPSUS NUDUS, Carol L. Fulenwider
Histomorphometric Analysis of Primate Periodontal Tissues Following Corticotomy in Orthodontics, Wuiteng Koh
Molecular Mechanism of the Stimulation of Alkaline Phosphatase Activity in Human Bone Cells by 1,25(OH)2 D3, Eru Kyeyune-Nyombi
Aerotaxis in HALOBACTERIUM HALOBIUM, Jemima Clara Lindbeck
The Fracture Strength of Ceramic Brackets : An Update and Comparison, Christian P. Manley
Effect of Age on the Structure of Meissner Corpuscles in Forepad Digital Pads of Mice, Roger C. Mathewson
Food Handling Practices Among Independent-living Elderly, Judith Dianne McDonough
The Effectiveness of Minimal Pair Therapy for S-cluster Reduction, Julie Anne McDow
Catecholamines and the Regulation of Uterine Contractions in the Pregnant Rhesus Macaque, Cahleen Mae McNutt
Serum Vitamin B-12 Levels and Urinary Methylmalonate Excretion in Total Vegetarians, Shari H. Patchett
Topographic Development of the Corticocollicular Projection in the Neonatal Rat, F. Allen Richburg II
The Effect of Ethanol on Bone Histomorphology, Rebecca L. Rodocker
Parents, Religion and Interpersonal Orientation : An Attachment Theory Perspective, Bradley J. Strahan
Anticarcinogenic, Antitumor, and Antifungal Properties of Allium Sativum (Garlic), Padma P. Tadi
The Accuracy of Sonographic Imaging (DolphinTM Digigraph) and Standard Lateral Cephalometric Radiographs : A Comparative Study, Michael D. Teichman
The Role of T Cells in the Pathogenesis of Periapical Lesions, John B. Wallstrom
Theses/Dissertations from 1990
Geology of the Butler Basin, Grant and Wheeler Counties, Central Oregon, Martin R. Aguirre
Pharmacokinetics and Effects on Blood Chemistry of Cyclosporine in Human Infants and Kid Goats, Floyd A. Beierle
Maternal Immunomodulation of Neonatal Alloantigen Response, Leh Chang
Development of Catalytic RNAs as Potential Anti-HIV-1 Agents, Pairoj Sae Chang
Concentration of Leukotrienes B4 and C4 in Human Periradicular Lesions, Elisabetta Cotti
K-casein and its Interaction in Human Milk Micelles, Barbara C. Dev
Assessment of Maternal Substance Abuse and Neonatal Exposure, Carol Jean Dauenhauer Giese
Delayed Protein Complementation with Common Foods Used in the Middle East, LaDon J. Hilton
Geology and Economic Potential of the Muddy Ranch Inlier, North-Central Oregon, Mustafa Kamal
Molecular Mechanisms of Physalia Physalis Venom Modulation of Cardiac and Vascular Functions, Eva Luo
Proto-oncogene Regulation by Growth Factors in Bone Cells, Harold Lyndon Merriman
Molar and Incisor Changes with Wilson "Rapid Molar Distalization", D. Dween Muse
The Effects of Moderate Exercise Training on Nutrient Intake in Mildly Obese Women, Leann Onasch
Evaluation of Headgear Safety : A Comparative Study, William J. Pritchard
A Modified Nance Unilateral Molar Distalizer, Tracy J. Reiner
Characterization of hsd::MudX128 Operon Fusion Mutant of Escherichia coli K-12, Marjorie Ann T. Reyno
Potential Petroleum Reservoir Rocks of North-Central Oregon, Alfred J. Riddle
Nutrient intake and Urine and Serum Calcium Response to a low Calcium Diet and Repletion, Nancy Roberts
Effect of Glucose Administration on Hamster Liver S9-mediated Mutagenesis, Metabolism and DNA-binding of Benzo[a]pyrene and Aflatoxin B1, Daniel C. Rubano
Correlation of Condylar Angulation to Occlusion, Facial Type, Age, and Sex, Perry A. Stevenson
The Long Term Stability of the Dental Arches Following Rapid Palatal Expansion, Robert C. Stockdale
Active Treatment Time and Incisor Root Resorption of Malocclusions Treated with Corticotomy Facilitated Orthodontics vs. Non-Corticotomy Treatment, Douglas F. Tetz
Standardization of Oral Cloze as a Language Assessment Device for Bilingual Hispanic Children, Shannon Ventuleth
Theses/Dissertations from 1989
Paleogeography and Paleoenvironments of the Lower Unit, Fossil Butte Member, Eocene Green River Formation, Southwestern Wyoming, Roberto Enrique Biaggi
Misfit Between Motivational Style and Type of Job Demand as a Factor in Developing Occupational Stress, Arlene Gray Blix
The Relationship Between Depression, Dyspnea, and Physical Activity in Patients with Severe Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Carolyn J. Calhoun
A Statistical Evaluation of Class III Indicators in a Caucasian Population, Javier Canut
Load Deformation Test of Metal Brackets : A Comparative Study, Luke K. Choi
CO-CR Comparison between Untreated & Treated CL II DIV 1 Cases, James W. Davis
Regeneration of Meissner Corpuscles in Diabetic Mice Following Median Nerve Crush, Bonnie J. Forrester
The Stability of Mandibular Bilateral Sagittal Split Osteotomy Advancements Using Rigid Skeletal Fixation, Michael E. Fox
Process of Health Care Decision Making Among Khmer Immigrants, Barbara Frye
Facial Typing Methods : A Comparative Study, James A. Grabow
Autonomic Nervous System and Cholesterol Transport, Yuan-Line Hung
Religious Commitment as a Predictor of Health Behavior and Health Status in a Selected Population, Donald George King
Enhancement of Intratumor Antibody Distribution with a Bifunctional Antibody Delivery System and with Hyperthermia, Karen Lynn King
In Vitro Evaluation of Cancer Patient Immune Responses Following Infusion of Radiolabeled Murine Monoclonal Antibody, Kelly A. King
Effect of Photoperiod on Developmental Morphology and Enolase Isoenzyme Immunohistochemistry in Rat and Djungarian Hamster Superficial Pineal Glands, Chalmer D. McClure
The Concentration of Prostaglandin E2 in Periradicular Lesions, Steve N. McNicholas
Adolescence and Spiritual Gifts, Joel Campos Muñoz
Regulation of Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Synthesis by Retinoic Acid and Dexamethasone, Kerby C. Oberg
Immunosuppressive Activity Derived from the UC729-6 Lymphoblastoid and M21-HPB Melanoma Cell Lines, Charlene J. Repique
Geology in the Vicinity of the City of Fossil, Wheeler County, North-Central Oregon, Patrick W. Riseley
Anthropometric Parameters in Public School Students and Seventh-day Adventist Vegetarian and Meat-Eating students, Joan Sabaté-Casellas
Feasibility of an Extraoral Method for Predicting Manibular Incisor Relapse, Mark J. Saylor
Heartbeat rate modulation mediated by the ventral nerve cord in the honey bee, APIS MELLIFERA, Ernest R. Schwab
Maternal and Fetal Responses to Long-Term Hypoxemia in Sheep, Benjamin L. Siu
Needs of Family Members of Patients in the Critical Care Unit and the Nurse's Perception of Those Needs, Nicolle C. Sobieszyk
Effect of Disulfiram on the Urinary Excretion of 5-Hydroxytryptophol and 5-Hydroxyindoleacetic Acid in Subjects Consuming Serotonin Rich Foods, Amy G. Tordecilla
Modulation of Macrophage Chemiluminescence by Biological Response Modifiers and Neuroendocrine Hormones, Jeffrey M. Tosk
Theses/Dissertations from 1988
A Study of Deep Overbite Correction with Lingual Orthodontics, Randall K. Bennett
The Occurrence of Fish Remains in Modern Lake Systems : A Test of the Stratified-Lake Mode, Douglas R. Britton
The Effect of 48 hr Glucose Administration on the Hepatic P-450 System, John N. Buchholz
Nutrient Intake of Marathon Runners, Janice V. Butler
Decreased Triiodothyronine Binding to the Hepatic Nuclear Thyroid Hormone Receptor in the Diabetic Mouse, Thomas J. DeWind
The Fracture Strength of Ceramic Brackets : A Comparative Study, Daniel A. Flores