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Disability to Super-Ability: Issues Along The Human Enhancement Spectrum

Creator:: Oakes, Ian R.
Abstract:: Advancements in the field of medical and computer technology promise a new age of human enhancement technology (HET). These technologies may be aptly applied to existing Assistive Technology (AT), which was created to ameliorate disability, moving one up the spectrum of ability. This study aimed to determine how these technologies...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Enhancement Spectrum by Ian R. Oakes A THESIS submitted to

Environmental Justice Inventory – Linn-Benton County, Oregon

Creator:: Patchell, Roman, Judokusumo, Madeline, Cortes, Mariana, and Fisher, Halle
Abstract:: The purpose of this inventory is to detail the state of environmental justice in the Mid- Willamette Valley in an up-to-date, centralized format. The inventory is based on information from various government sources, and a survey to gather first-person perspective to take a pulse of the wellbeing of our community....
Resource Type:: Research Paper
Full Text:: -Benton County, Oregon By: Roman Patchell, Madeline Judokusumo, Mariana Cortes, and Halle Fisher

Decision-making Under Uncertainty: Interpretation and Use of Ranges Depicted in Bar Graphs by End Users and Test Users

Creator:: Chiou, Andrea C.
Abstract:: Though people generally seem to be able to interpret data, they are subject to errors and biases that are influenced by the format of the graphical visualization itself. The current study sought to assess whether individuals could interpret bar graphs with min/max range bars, whether they could use this information...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: DECISION-MAKING UNDER UNCERTAINTY 14 Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB), Oregon Department of

A preliminary assessment of post-fire dissolved organic carbon concentrations in the McKenzie River basin, Oregon

Creator:: Hyatt, Charles
Abstract:: In recent decades, the occurrence of large, high severity wildfires has increased substantially in many parts of the world, including the western United States. These fires have the potential to impact water quality, aquatic ecosystems, and downstream communities for many decades. As such, it is increasingly important to understand the...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: -fire dissolved organic carbon concentrations in the McKenzie River basin, Oregon by Charles

Investigation of the Effects of Commercial Salmon Fishery Management in Upper Cook Inlet, Alaska

Creator:: Fleming-Craig, Danielle
Abstract:: Optimal commercial fishery management sustains each salmon species' population while maximizing economic benefits. This thesis addresses two questions. What are the Alaska Department of Fish and Game's and the Board of Fisheries' intentions when conducting a fishery management plan in Upper Cook Inlet? How does it compare to its implementation?...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: submitted to Oregon State University Honors College in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the

Impacts of Prior Risk Experience and Personal Values on Support for Climate Change Policies

Creator:: Dwyer, Kiera M.
Abstract:: In 2020, Oregon suffered one of the worst wildfire seasons on record, with a higher percent of forest area burn, the destruction of residential areas, and the risk to human health. The level of intensity of these wildfires were due to the effects of climate change and Oregon wildfire seasons...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: conduct the study was granted by the Oregon State University Institutional Review Board. Data

A Case Study in the Role of Values in Discourse and Consensus in Pacific Northwest Forest Collaboratives

Creator:: Karnstein, Mackenzie R.
Abstract:: Collaborative governance plays a significant role in forest management on public land in the Pacific Northwest. The method of governance offers the unique ability to engage a diverse range of stakeholders to reach consensus regarding forest management action. Evaluating the dynamics of the collaborative and its members is essential to...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: A THESIS submitted to Oregon State University Honors College in partial

Examining Wildlife Interactions with Large Wood In Streams

Creator:: Trevarrow, Ezmie R.
Abstract:: It is well known that in-stream large wood affects river channel shape, sediment deposits, stream flow, and available habitat for aquatic species. However, less is known about how wildlife interact with this large wood. Previous research has shown that small mammals and birds utilize woody debris in river channels for...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: watershed located within the Oregon Coast Range. Rock Creek is approximately 10 miles west of Corvallis

Environmental Transformations in Hydrophobicity of TiO2 P-25 Nanoparticles in Alsea River Waters

Creator:: Boenisch, Kylie
Abstract:: Hydrophobic titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanoparticles (NPs) are prevalent in industry and manufacturing. They are known for their white pigmentation, are found in sunscreens, paints, cosmetics, and are frequently used in wastewater treatment. Understanding the physicochemical properties of TiO2 P-25 NPs, such as hydrophobicity, are essential when determining their fate, transport,...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Submitted to: Oregon State University Honors College in partial

Relationships Between the Media’s Rhetoric and the Sentencing of White-Collar Criminals

Creator:: Houdeshell, Victoria A.
Abstract:: The legal landscape surrounding the prosecution of white-collar criminals has changed drastically over time, as has the media’s rhetoric, but the resulting sentence lengths have been inconsistent. This study utilizes historical newspaper articles to review the changes in media rhetoric over time and how this relates to the sentencing of...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: submitted to Oregon State University Honors College in partial fulfillment of

ScholarsArchive@OSU

Disability to Super-Ability: Issues Along The Human Enhancement Spectrum

Environmental Justice Inventory – Linn-Benton County, Oregon

Decision-making Under Uncertainty: Interpretation and Use of Ranges Depicted in Bar Graphs by End Users and Test Users

A preliminary assessment of post-fire dissolved organic carbon concentrations in the McKenzie River basin, Oregon

Investigation of the Effects of Commercial Salmon Fishery Management in Upper Cook Inlet, Alaska

Impacts of Prior Risk Experience and Personal Values on Support for Climate Change Policies

A Case Study in the Role of Values in Discourse and Consensus in Pacific Northwest Forest Collaboratives

Examining Wildlife Interactions with Large Wood In Streams

Environmental Transformations in Hydrophobicity of TiO2 P-25 Nanoparticles in Alsea River Waters

Relationships Between the Media’s Rhetoric and the Sentencing of White-Collar Criminals

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