This collection includes theses and dissertations as well as some capstone projects and Master’s projects. The Digital Institutional Repository contains most RIT theses; however, not all past works have been digitized. If you are seeking a specific thesis and do not see it here, please contact the RIT Archives Collections.
All theses and dissertations from 2010 to the present are also available to Rochester Institute of Technology faculty, students and staff from ProQuest.
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Theses/Dissertations from 2006
TANDI: Threat Assessment of Network Data and Information, Jared D. Holsopple
Putting the Community Back into Community Networks: A Content Analysis, Michael A. Horning
Parallelization of a Maximum Parsimony Branch and Bound Algorithm for Phylogenetic Inference, Curtis J. Howard
Trial, Chen-ni Hsu
An auditory classifier employing a wavelet neural network implemented in a digital design, Jonathan Hughes
Exploring the topology of small-world networks, Min Hu
Dynamic Object Tracking by Partial Shape Matching for Video Surveillance Applications, Mustafa Husain
Modio - Interactive sound visualization, Kwon Hyouck Jin
Investigation of Sputtered Hafnium Oxides for Gate Dielectric Applications in Integrated Circuits, Daniel J. Jaeger
Extraction and interaction analysis of foreground objects in panning video, Raja Jain
Creating landscapes with simulated colliding plates, Alex Jarocha-Ernst
Modeling Design History in a Graphic Design Curriculum, Eunjin Jeong
Tele-cardiology sensor networks for remote ECG monitoring, Meng Jiang
The winner, Sheng Jin
Edgar Allan Poe's The Fall of the House of Usher: bilingual approaches, Michelle Johnston
Multi Protocol Label Switching: Quality of Service, Traffic Engineering application, and Virtual Private Network application, Akshay Joshi
A new architecture for single-event upset detection & reconfiguration of SRAM-based FPGAs, Ihesiaba Kamanu
Printing studies with conductive inks and exploration of new conducting polymer compositions, Anupama Karwa
Does exposure science support the concern over indoor air quality?, Kenneth Kasper
Streamlining of the state-dependent Riccati equation controller algorithm for an embedded implementation, Sergey Katsev
Infestus Tutamen (aggressive protection), Shane M. Keena
The Relationship of Scores on Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills, Word Use Fluency to Word Knowledge and Shyness, Janette M. Keyser
Simultaneous Visual Cryptography, Oliver Kikic
Group key agreement protocols with implicit key authentication, Jisoo Kim
An Improved Approach To Watercolor Reproduction By Profile Editing, Rochelle Kyong Kim
The dream of the butterfly: experimental illusions in motion graphics, Su Young Kim
Cyber attack simulation and information fusion process refinement optimization models for cyber security, Jason Kistner
Multi-Variant analysis of real-world environmental variables affecting image fading on outdoor synthetic inkjet substrates, Elizabeth Kline
A clustering approach in sensor network time synchronization, Ramesh Krishnaram
High-Dynamic-Range Photography: Image Display and Perception, Jiangtao Kuang
Experimental study of flow boiling heat transfer and critical heat flux in microchannels, Wai Keat Kuan
Making presentations web ready, Binil Kurian
A Low-Power Interface Design for Intelligent Sensor Nodes Utilized in Wireless Sensor Networks, Shruti Lakdawala
Modal logic in computer science, Leigh Lambert
Quantum Dot-Single Wall Carbon Nanotube Complexes for Tunable OptoElectronic Microsystems Sensors, Brian J. Landi
Implications of Implementing HDTV Over Digital Subscriber Line Networks, Thomas J. Lantier
Application of shifted delta cepstral features for GMM language identification, Jonathan Lareau
Emotion in flocking, Katherine Law
Predictors of reading success for Hispanic children learning to read in English, Therese A. Lawson
Sweetness and Light, Stephanie Leach
Electrical characterization and application of pulsed DC magnetron sputtered zirconium oxide, Michael R. Leathem
Storytelling of the Korean traditional dance "The Hahoe Mask" using interactive multimedia, Hee Jung Lee
Inspiration, Wan-Chun Lee
Blooming Numbers: Interactive Visualization in Cultural Contexts Based on Numbers, Yuri Lee
Media Distribution in the Printing Industry: A Study of the Movement of Printed Materials and Electronic Files, Bernice Adjoa LeMaire
Anxiety in deaf high school students about the future education and career: pilot study of a school for the deaf, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand, Theeratorn Lersilp
"No one at the bridge", Jeffery J. Lester
Discovery learning in mathematics education: Using multimedia technology to reach teachers, Rachel Lewis
Jini distributed key exchange and file transfer service with digital signatures, Kevin Ligozio
Size reduction of microstrip antennas using left-handed materials realized by complementary split-ring resonators, Aparna Limaye
Symmetric private information retrieval via additive homomorphic probabilistic encryption, Laura Lincoln
Assisted GPS solution in cellular networks, Gidon Lissai
Prediction of job completion times and optimal overtime allocation for satisfying production due dates, Olivia Liu
The Study of Ramsey numbers r(C_k, C_k, C_k), Yan Li
Parameric Decomposition for Evaluating Metamerism, Zhaojian Li
Object-oriented LR(1) parser generation, Christopher Luckett
Modeling Off-the-Shelf Pan/Tilt Cameras for Active Vision Systems, Yuriy Luzanov
An Exploratory Study of: Designers' Finishing Knowledge and the Communication Flow between Designers and Finishing Professionals, Melissa A. Lyon
Mentoring in the Department of Access Services at the National Technical Institute for the Deaf, Gayle Macias
Streaming Video Performance and Enhancements in Resource-Constrained Wireless Networks, Justin James Madigan
Electronic voting system for RIT Student Government elections, Sungho Maeung
Parent perceptions of school climate and its impact on their child's school performance, Danielle Malinowski
Implementation of image processing approach to translation of ASL finger-spelling to digital text, Divya Mandloi
A charge control model for III-V HEMTs using a self-consistent numerical solution of the Schrodinger and Poisson equations, Melissa Manney
The Mainstream Press: Then and Now Has the Prominence of Sensational News Changed in 100 Years?, Kathleen Marchaesi
The Work of Fred Troller: An Evaluative Study of a Graphic Designer, Tara Markert
Integrating database and data stream systems, Rutul Mashruwala
Shinies, Seth McCaughey
Astronomical multi-object spectroscopy with a liquid crystal turnable filter, David A. McInnis
N-Body visualizations, William McLaughlin
Graph reconstruction numbers, Brian McMullen
10 Second Jimmy, Kevin McNulty
Potential field based approach for multi-threat containment with cooperative robots, Bhushan Mehendale
School Connectedness: Using School Websites to Foster a Sense of Belonging in School, Valerie L. Mergler
Curriculum for a 3 day IEP seminar, Stephanie Metzler
Vehicle & infrastructure relationships in hydrogen transportation networks: Development of the H2VISION modeling tool, Patrick Meyer
Sequential slice object labeling in tomographic data via trajectory estimation, Brandon Thomas Mikulis
Driving Monro Muffler brake with an IT dashboard, April Miller
Relationship of human figure drawing with executive functioning and achievement, Julie M. Miller
The Relationship between Emotional Recognition and Personality Traits, Lyndon A. Mitchell
Huayru, Cristian Mogrovejo
Investigation of induced charge damage on self-aligned metal-gate MOS devices, Robert Mulfinger
Real time face matching with multiple cameras using principal component analysis, Andrew Mullen
Nonverbal Vocal Interface, Michael J. Murdoch
Master's project website: A comparison of several server-side technologies, Prabhakaran Nagarajan
The Rising Preference to Real-Time Broadcasting Effects upon Traditional Multi-Media Broadcasting Solutions, Noaman Najeeb
Design of a 14-bit fully differential discrete time delta-sigma modulator, Sumit Kumar Nathany
Support within a community, Lance Neirby
Zoom techniques for achieving scale invariant object tracking in real-time active vision systems, Eric Nelson
Analysis of tensioner induced coupling in serpentine belt drive systems, Ryan Neward
3-dimentional visualization of cancer metastasis on the liver, Thomas Nowacki
Character Education: Efficacy of Character Development Initiatives in High School Settings, Susanne M. Nowatzki
Self-Directed Work Teams: Do They Impact Employee Motivation and Accountability to Reduce, Melissa Noyes
Using 3D graphic and animation software to enhance learning experience in GED math, Willy Ochaya
Rumor propagation on random and small world networks, Deana B. Olles
Convergence: the next big step, Gaurav Paliwal
Proteome analysis of pseudomonas putida KT2440 using 2D gel electrophoresis and LC/ESI-Q-TOF mass spectrometry, Archana Pandey
Cooperative learning incorporating computer-mediated communication: participation, perceptions, and learning outcomes in a deaf education classroom, Michelle Pandian
