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Choosing efficient land allocations and forest management regimes for biodiversity

Creator:

Shunk, Neal J.

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Increasing rates of species imperilment and the loss of biological diversity in naturally functioning ecosystems can be directly linked to accelerated urban development and the conversion of natural habitats to satisfy the needs of man. In combating this loss of biodiversity, scientists and policy makers alike recognize the relevance of...

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Masters Thesis

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Watershed, Benton County, Oregon. This index, comprised of a taxonomic diversity measure (May 1990) and
An analysis of Benton County small businesses' emergency and disaster preparedness

Creator:

Chona, Tiffany L.

Abstract:

Natural Hazards are a potential risk to Benton County small businesses. However, little has been done to help prepare, respond, recover or resume business following a significant disastrous event. 93 small businesses in Benton County responded to a mailed survey, and 10 additional small businesses participated in both mailed surveys...

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Masters Thesis

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project. I would also like to thank Peggy Peirson (Benton County Emergency Management) for providing her
Forestry at the urban fringe : issues, stakeholders and conflict potential in Oregon's Soap Creek Watershed

Creator:

Edwards, Kearstin K.

Abstract:

Increasing land fragmentation, environmental regulations and neighbors' concerns pose significant challenges to forest owners at the urban fringe, whose properties are physically caught between rural landscapes and continually expanding urban centers. Using Oregon's Soap Creek Watershed as a study site, we paired qualitative and quantitative methods to identify stakeholders, their...

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Masters Thesis