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Filtering by: Creator Calhoun, Jeannette A. Academic Affiliation College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences Committee Member Tilt, Bryan

Oregon's Fishing Community Adapting to Change in Policy, Management, and Markets : Documenting Women's Roles and Adaptive Capacity in an Evolving Industry

Creator:

Calhoun, Sarah M.

Abstract:

Commercial fishing research often focuses on ecological (gear, stock assessment, traceability) or economic factors. Truly understanding the social-ecological system requires considering the entire "human dimension" and this includes the social, cultural, and legal/policy aspects as well. An understudied yet important factor is women's contribution to fishing at the family and...

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Masters Thesis

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an Evolving Industry by Sarah M. Calhoun A THESIS submitted to
Risky business : evaluating the vulnerability and impacts from simulated oil spills in the Gulf of Mexico

Creator:

Nelson, Jake R.

Abstract:

Exploration and production of oil in the Gulf of Mexico has seen an astonishing increase since the first well was drilled in 1936. Much of the current exploration is occurring in waters greater than 5000 feet. The largest and most unprecedented oil spill in the United States occurred on April...

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Masters Thesis

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, semisubmersible drilling platform experienced a catastrophic failure at the well head while drilling in about