Mississippi State University

About: Mississippi State University is a education organization based out in Starkville, Mississippi, United States. It is known for research contribution in the topics: Population & Catfish. The organization has 14115 authors who have published 28594 publications receiving 700030 citations. The organization is also known as: The Mississippi State University of Agriculture and Applied Science & Mississippi State University of Agriculture and Applied Science.

Characterization of malignant tissue cells using laser induced breakdown spectroscopy

Abstract: Laser induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) has been used to distinguish malignant and normal tissue of the dogs. Preliminary LIBS spectra of tissue samples were analyzed and the results have compared with the ICP analysis.

Development of Control-of-Outcome Scales and Self-Efficacy Scales for Women in Four Life Roles

Abstract: Scales to measure control-of-outcome expectancies and self-efficacy expectancies based on social comparisons were developed for adult females in the four life roles of occupation, parenting, marriage, and economic management. Internal consistency and construct validity of the scales were examined in two studies. Internal consistency estimates of six of the eight scales exceeded .70. A factor analysis within each role supported the distinction between control-of-outcome expectancies and self-efficacy expectancies. Construct validity was supported by finding the hypothesized relations between the developed scales and standard measures of self-esteem, depression,and locus of control. As hypothesized, the developed scales accounted for unique portions of the variance in role-specific coping orientation and role stress. Specifically, control-of-outcome expectancies predicted active or passive coping orientation in the personal roles of parenting and marriage. It was concluded that the developed scales might have utility for understanding coping and experienced stress in various life roles.

Minsize2: a Computer Program for Determining Effect Size and Minimum Sample Size for Statistical Significance for Univariate, Multivariate, and Nonparametric Tests:

Abstract: The American Psychological Association’s editorial style urges authors to provide effect size estimates. Several journals, including Educational and Psychological Measurement, have adopted author g...