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Mi Corazon Dice No, ¿el tuyo? The Anti-Central American Free Trade Agreement Social Movement in San José, Costa Rica

Creator:: Pride, Samantha and Pride, Samantha F.
Abstract:: The Central American Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA) is between the United States and Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador and the Dominican Republic. CAFTA was decided in Costa Rica by a national referendum in 2007, after years of delay that left Costa Rica as the only country to have...
Resource Type:: Undergraduate Thesis
Full Text:: I Mi Corazon Dice No, ¿el tuyo? The Anti

Greeting Styles and the Establishment of Rapport in a University Writing Center

Creator:: Redding, Tawnya
Abstract:: The present study examined whether the nature of the greeting between a writing assistant and a student influenced the subsequent rapport that developed over the course of the writing center session. Eighteen Oregon State University undergraduate and graduate students were greeted in one of three ways by two confederates: with...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: no introduction conditions. Finally, the overall impression of the writing assistant as a person

Antibiotic Resistance Gene Transfer in Oysters as a Result of Fecal Pollution

Creator:: Cooper, Rebecca
Abstract:: Antibiotic resistance is an increasing problem in many species of bacteria today, with pathogens an important focus. Fecal contamination of shellfish is already a concern due to potential pathogens. This report examines the possibility of resistance gene transfer between microbes, due to fecal bacteria, within the oyster. In this study,...
Resource Type:: Undergraduate Thesis
Full Text:: due to potential pathogens. This report examines the possibility of resistance gene transfer between

Perceiving Big Five Traits Accurately at True Zero Acquaintance

Creator:: Brown, Jill A.
Abstract:: This research focused on the accuracy of trait judgments at zero acquaintance and after five minutes of interaction. Thirty-five undergraduates judged the neuroticism, extraversion, openness, agreeableness, and conscientiousness of four to six others whom they did not know. Participants then interacted in one-on-one conversations with each target for five minutes....
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: a brief self report consisting of ten items. Contrary to expectations, significant accuracy was

Sustainability Analysis of African Palm Biodiesel in Ecuador : An Environmental, Socio-Cultural, and Artistic Perspective

Creator:: Tuinstra, Naomi A.
Abstract:: In the thrust to shift away from fossil fuels towards renewable options, Ecuador produces African palm-based biodiesel, which is currently imported by the Unites States. An analysis of this specific interaction was done via personal contact with the industry in Ecuador and extensive literature review of the topic. The results...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: populations within Ecuador. This report presents a detailed description of the involved processes and

Design, Construction, and Evaluation of a Scaled-Up Air-Cathode Microbial Fuel Cell

Creator:: Fulton, Nathan J.
Abstract:: Presented in this report is an investigation of the design, construction, and operation of scaled-up cloth electrode assembly (CEA) air-cathode microbial fuel cells (MFCs). 40 mL MFCs were designed and constructed using either single or double CEAs with carbon cloth electrodes. The MFCs were evaluated using acetate media, municipal wastewater,...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Presented in this report is an investigation of the design, construction, and operation of scaled-up cloth

Characterization of soil carbon and nitrogen pools following a decade of detritus manipulation in a temperate coniferous forest

Creator:: Wilson, Lea I.
Abstract:: Soil organic matter (SOM) is the result of the balance between decomposition and incorporation of detritus from both above and below ground sources into the soil. It composes only a fraction of the soil by mass but it is one of the most critical components. The Detritus Input and Removal...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: recalcitrant C pool was estimated by acid hydrolysis. High net N mineralization rates in no root and no

A multi-faceted method for validating emotional intelligence

Creator:: Reyna, Nicholas R.
Abstract:: The Mayer-Salovey-Caruso Emotional Intelligence Test (MSCEIT) purports to assess emotional intelligence, which includes the ability to successfully identify and manage emotions. To test the validity of this claim, 21 students took the MSCIET along with a several other performance measures and personality scales, and their scores were correlated. The MSCEIT...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: with accurate emotional perception and the successful communication of emotional content, but no

The toxicogenetic effects of a chitosan based hemostatic control patch in rat models

Creator:: Colburn, Andrew J.
Abstract:: Chitosan based hemorrhage control dressings provide effective external hemorrhage control while having few side effects. Known residual contaminants present in chitosan formulations include endotoxins and proteins known to stimulate gene expression in the liver. This study investigated gene expression in the liver using rat bio-compatibility models to gain knowledge regarding...
Resource Type:: Undergraduate Thesis and Presentation
Full Text:: evaluated over 8 or 28 days. Comparisons of cohorts suggest no correlation between endotoxin levels in

Studying abroad and vocabulary use in impromptu essays

Creator:: Mitchell, Kathleen
Abstract:: Spending time in a German speaking country may aid in vocabulary acquisition and production. This study hypothesized a concrete link between written language use and experiences abroad. Intermediate German students’ vocabulary uses in impromptu essays were evaluated by counting the number of total word, unique words, and content words. This...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Proficiency No two experiences abroad are completely alike. Motivation, social skills, and a plethora of other

ScholarsArchive@OSU

Mi Corazon Dice No, ¿el tuyo? The Anti-Central American Free Trade Agreement Social Movement in San José, Costa Rica

Greeting Styles and the Establishment of Rapport in a University Writing Center

Antibiotic Resistance Gene Transfer in Oysters as a Result of Fecal Pollution

Perceiving Big Five Traits Accurately at True Zero Acquaintance

Sustainability Analysis of African Palm Biodiesel in Ecuador : An Environmental, Socio-Cultural, and Artistic Perspective

Design, Construction, and Evaluation of a Scaled-Up Air-Cathode Microbial Fuel Cell

Characterization of soil carbon and nitrogen pools following a decade of detritus manipulation in a temperate coniferous forest

A multi-faceted method for validating emotional intelligence

The toxicogenetic effects of a chitosan based hemostatic control patch in rat models

Studying abroad and vocabulary use in impromptu essays

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