Mathematics & Computer Science

Kahlan Edwards, 2021

Applied Algebra: Codes and Ciphers in Data Security

This project explores the mathematics involved with data security and integrity, expanding upon past research in a 10-page paper and presentation in a platform session at the Annual Student Creative Art and Research Symposium.

Course: MATH 4913

Supervising Professor: Don Edwards

Caroline Noel, 2020

Symmetry in Flowers

This project looks at Cayley tables and how they represent the symmetry in several different flowers. Findings are articulated in a research paper and poster presentation.

Course: MATH 4913

Supervising Professor: Don Edwards

Zaynah Ali, 2020

Modern Perspectives on Vaccinations

This project analyzes 3 populations of different racial backgrounds, socioeconomic statuses, religions, and political beliefs on their views on vaccines, particularly required and highly recommended vaccines, and if vaccines should be mandatory. Findings are articulated through a research paper discussing the ethical concerns surrounding vaccines, herd immunity, and previously eradicated diseases that are being seen today with the survey results submitted.

Course: BIOL 4903

Supervising Professor: Christopher Brower & David Gardner

Linh Gia Nguyen, 2019

Heart Rate Variability Analysis using Frequency Domain Analysis, Sample Entropy, and Nonlinear Dynamics on MATLAB

This project explores the mathematical concepts involved in analyzing the human heart rhythm and its relationship to human movement and the nervous system. Findings are articulated in a report including charts, graphs, and mathematical models.

Course: MATH 4913

Supervising Professor: Don Edwards

William Jones, 2018

Exploring Virtualization

I will configure a server to support Type 1 virtualization and write a pepr describing the installation, configuration, and potential benefits of the project.

Course: CSCI 4313

Supervising Professor: David Gardner

Kaitlyn caro, 2017

Roomie Chore Checklist Application

I will create a web application as a convenient way for roommates to share information.

Course: CSCI 4913

Supervising Professor: David Gardner

Cody Malone, 2017

Teaching Conics

I will develop lesson plans and original mathematics problems to teach four areas of conics (circles, ellipses, parabolas, and hyperbolas) to the MATH 1323 class.

Course: MATH 4913

Supervising Professor: Catherine Banks

Jaynie Jones, 2016

The Cultural Values of Mathematics: A Comparative Analysis of the Western Hemisphere

I will research how different cultures value mathematics and the importance of comprehending it.

Course: MATH 4913

Supervising Professor: Don Edwards

Margaret Mayfield, 2014

Feasibility of Adding an Actuarial-Science Degree at Texas Woman's University

I will determine the feasibility of creating an actuarial-science degree at Texas Woman's University, considering requirements for the degree, existing courses required by the degree, courses to be added for the degree, etc.

Course: MATH 4913

Supervising Professor: David Marshall

Emma Zemler, 2014

Solar Splash

As a part of a seven-member team creating a solar-powered motorcraft, I will be the battery-system team lead who, with two other students, designs a battery system that provides the required power to be successful in racing without compromising the safety of the passenger onboard.

Course: EENG 4910

Supervising Professor: Miguel Acevedo

Rachel berry, 2013

Algebraic Relationships

I will develop lesson plans to teach TEK:111.33 b(4) for an Algebra II class in which the student identifies and sketches graphs of parent functions.

Course: MATH 4303

Supervising Professor: Catherine Banks

Allison Cooper, 2012

Problem Solving in Secondary Grades

I will choose three problem-solving strategies and develop lessons to use them.

Course: MATH 4203

Supervising Professor: Catherine Banks

Kathleen Schniebs, 2011

RF Tunable Filter

I will help design a wide-band tunable filter for the 200 to 1000 MHz frequency range that may be integrated into the Joint Tactical radio System (JTRS) and that will achieve the lowest insertion loss while keeping the parts needed for the lumped-element filter to a minimum.

Course: EENG 4910

Supervising Professor: Hualiang (Bruce) Zhang--NT

Tevyan Diamond, 2007

Manipulatives in Mathematics: The Algebra Approach

I will teach lessons using math manipulatives to remediate weak TAKS skills and use pre- and post- assessments to check for mastery of content.

Course: MATH 4913

Supervising Professor: Frances Thompson

Beridani Leon, 2007

Predicting Ethnic Minority Student Retention

I will develop a posterior predictive model to estimate the retention of ethnic minority students in the College of Arts and Sciences at TWU and to determine the significant factors of retention that are particular to this group of students.

Course: MATH 4913

Supervising Professor: Mark Hamner

Stephanie Arnold, 2005

Understanding Logical Properties through Karnaugh Maps

I will study axioms, definitions, and theorems of symbolic logic and will investigate how Karnaugh maps lead to a better understanding of these properties.

Course: MATH 4913

Supervising Professor: Turner Hogan

Lindsay renfro, 2005

Predicting Undergraduate Re-Enrollment

I will create a SAS simulation program to estimate how many current students will re-enroll for the 2005-2006 academic year.

Course: MATH 4913

Supervising Professor: Mark Hamner

Heather McClendon, 2004

Bayesian Analogs to Classical Finite Population Prediction in Survey Sampling

The focus of this project is on the prediction of a finite population total of t=ΣuYk by sampling n units from a population of size N units.

Course: MATH 4913

Supervising Professor: Mark Hamner

Jennifer Tarin, 2004

2004 Outstanding Capstone of the Year

Using 2x2 Matrix Variables to Solve Known Equations through the Use of the Discovery Method

I will illustrate how to use the discovery method for solving complex mathematical equations and extending concepts.

Course: MATH 4913

Supervising Professor: Wayne Zimmerman