Browsing by Subject "Washington and Lee University -- Honors in Physics"
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An Examination of Paul J. Flory's Equation of State Using Statistical Thermodynamics
This work is a detailed examination of the development of the partition function and the corresponding equation of state due to Paul J. Flory. After the partition function and equation of state are developed, the equation ... -
Analytical and Computational Study of Multi-temperature Kinetic Ising Models on Various Graphs (thesis)
We analyze a class of multi-temperature kinetic Ising models with Glauber dynamics on both one-dimensional lattices and Cayley Trees, focusing on the overall and sublattice magnetizations. Expectation values for one-dimensional ... -
Directed Self-Assembly: A Study of the Effect of Electric Fields on Silica Monolayers (thesis)
In this thesis, we describe, analyze, and extend ionic self-assembly of monolayers (ISAM), a bottom-up nanostructure production technique designed to coat surfaces in uniform layers of charged nanoparticles. Using mean ... -
The Fabrication of Antireflective Coatings by the Self-Assembly of Silica Nanopartical and Polycation Bilayers (thesis)
This study examines several factors that affect the quality of antireflective coatings created by the self-assembly of alternating layers of silica (SiOz) nanoparticles an poly(allylamine hydrochloride) or poly(diallyld ... -
An Introduction to Stochastic Self-Assembly: Theory, Simulation and Experimental Applications (thesis)
We introduce three stochastic cooperative models for particle deposition and evaporation relevant to ionic self-assembly of nanoparticles with applications in surface fabrication and nanomedicine. We present a method for ... -
Is Detection of Colon Motility Waves Possible?: An Investigation of Two Spatial Filtering Techniques with Electrocolonography (EcolG) (thesis)
Electrocolonography (EcolG) is the study of colon motor activity via non-invasive, body surface electrical recordings, analogous to electrocardiography (ECG) for study of cardiac motor activity. EcolG was very recently ... -
A Method of Estimating by Infrared Spectroscopy the Relative Abundance of Polymeric Components in Complex Polymer Blends
In this Honors Thesis, I describe a method created by Profesor Van Ness and myself which effectively differentiates regions of unique polymer composition within comingled products. My goals are two fold. First, in order ... -
Modeling Molecular Traffic: Theory, Simulations, and Potential Applications (thesis)
I present a traffic model inspired by the motion of molecular motors along microtubules, represented by particles moving along a one-dimensional track of variable length. As the particles move unidirectionally along the ... -
Optical Properties of Self-Assembled Nanoparticle Thin Films (thesis)
In this thesis, we explore the optical properties of silicon-dioxide (silica) thin-films generated through the use of a process known as ionic self-assembly of monolayers (ISAM). This process may be repeated for multiple ... -
Square Wave Optimization in Vertical-Cavity Surface-Emitting Lasers Subjected to Polarization-Rotated Optical Feedback (thesis)
I experimentally study the dynamics of vertical-cavity surface-emitting lasers (VCSELs) with polarization-rotated optical feedback. This type of semiconductor laser naturally emits linearly-polarized light and can elicit ... -
Statistical Physics and Network Theory as an Interdisciplinary Approach to Legislative Forecasting
The current field of American politics, particularly within the legislative branch, is considered highly polarized and signicantly inscrutable. In the face of this shifting political landscape, attempts to rigorously ... -
Stochastic Models for mRNA Transcription (thesis)
Gene regulation is essential for the diversity and maintenance of life. The first step in protein production, and therefore the first step in gene regulation activities, is transcription. This thesis will outline and analyze ... -
A Study of Simple Non-Equilibrium Statistical Physics Models: Molecular Motors and Traffic Jams (thesis)
Traditionally, the objective of science has been to understand the fundamental simplicity and elegance of the laws of nature. The advancement of the human race has for a long time been predicated on the scientific discovery ... -
A Study of the Globular Cluster NGC 7089 Using RR Lyrae Distance Measurements (thesis)
Globular clusters are gravitationally bound groups of stars averaging about 13 billion years old. Since the universe itself is around 14 billion years old, globular clusters can give valuable insight into the formation ... -
The Fabrication of Antireflective Coatings by the Self-assembly of Silica Nanopartical and Polycation Bilayers
This study examines several factors that affect the quality of antireflective coatings created by the self-assembly of alternating layers of silica (Si02) nanoparticles and poly(allylamine hydrochloride) or poly(diallyld ...