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An evaluation of the establishment and continued effectiveness of the Galápagos National Park and Marine Reserve in Ecuador

Creator:: Asson, Danielle
Abstract:: Conservation of natural resources has become a new watchword of the scientific community. While many terrestrial ecosystems are well protected, marine ecosystems have only recently come to the forefront. Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) have been introduced as a means of protecting biodiversity, commercial stocks, and ecosystem services. There are many...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: : . Michael Harte Conservation of natural resources has become a new watchword of the scientific

An investigation of water access and quality in the Ambovombe area of southern Madagascar

Creator:: Valentine, Katherine Frances
Abstract:: The Ambovombe-Androy region of southern Madagascar is one of the most water stressed areas in the country and is also notorious for having the worst quality water on the island. Before improvements and change can be made however, it is vital to know what infrastructure, quality, and access levels currently...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Ambovombe Area of Southern Madagascar by Katherine Frances Valentine A THESIS

Analysis of the microcar market in the United States and India : impact of macroeconomic forces and cultural values

Creator:: Hodges, Stephen Michael
Abstract:: The boom of the microcar market in India has lead to domestic and international firms taking advantage of this growth. Many places including India are experiencing this trend, but due to differences in cultures, preferences and values, the United States is not. Companies that want to venture into the microcar...
Resource Type:: Undergraduate Thesis
Full Text:: States and India: Impact of Macroeconomic Forces and Cultural Values By: Stephen Michael Hodges

Conditions precipitating currency devaluation : an analysis of the 1994 Mexican financial crisis

Creator:: Bliss, Michael R.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study is to develop an analytical framework for identifying and evaluating conditions that precipitate currency devaluation like those experienced by Mexico in 1994. This study develops a framework of financial and macroenvironmental indicators that point to potential currency devaluation in the future. Some of these indicators...
Resource Type:: Undergraduate Thesis
Full Text:: Currency Devaluation: An Analysis of the 1994 Mexican Financial Crisis by Michael R. Bliss A THESIS

The Occurrence of Acarapis dorsalis, Acarapis externus and Acarapis woodi Mites in honey bee populations surrounding Poitiers, France

Creator:: Jillson, Katherine M.
Abstract:: Acarapis mites have been present in the United States since 1984 and are presently considered a threat to honey bee populations in North America. They have been present in Europe since 1921 where infestation rates have now dwindled to a level that is not considered dangerous. Consequently, accurate information on...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

Comparison and Cultural Review of Biosphere Modeling Using Foliar Uptake of Technetium-99 in Radishes

Creator:: Pierson, Kayla L.
Abstract:: Biosphere models predict the transport of radionuclides in the environment with an end goal of assessing the possible risk to humans. Little data exists to support these mathematical biosphere models. The objectives of this work were to verify foliar uptake in biosphere models using experimental data, compare existing biosphere models...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Modeling Using Foliar Uptake of Technetium-99 in Radishes by Kayla L. Pierson A THESIS

Reason as Race : Enlightenment Voyages of Discovery and their Effect on 18th Century Racial Discourse

Creator:: Parker, Katherine A.
Abstract:: The proper way to order knowledge and find truth about the natural world in the eighteenth century lay in one’s ability to correctly learn and employ the quality of reason. While all had the right to seek reason, only a privileged few achieved its proper use, creating an intellectual elite...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: 1 AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Katherine A. Parker for

The Culture of Names – A Comparison between Vietnam and Denmark

Creator:: Ngo, Toan Tri Dung
Abstract:: This project discusses the topic of personal names and the cultures of different peoples and their particularities, specifically in Vietnam and Denmark. The first part of this paper gives a brief history of naming traditions (mostly relating to Western European traditions). The second part of the paper compares two families...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Names – A Comparison between Vietnam and Denmark. Abstract Approved

Overcoming Barriers to Effective Ecological Education : A Malagasy Case Study

Creator:: Preston, Kimberley
Abstract:: Honko Mangrove Conservation and Education is a Western non-governmental organization based in Madagascar that serves as a source of public science education and caters to diverse audiences. My thesis examines barriers of culture, language and epistemology that may constrain Honko’s ability to conduct effective public education, if they decide to...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Overcoming Barriers to Effective Ecological Education: A

A Comparison of Biofuel Market Potential in Selected Countries

Creator:: Patrick, Rozalyn St. Ann
Abstract:: Global population growth and dependence on traditional energy sources has created an interest in biofuels and other alternatives to traditional energy. The economic disparity between countries raises questions about their ability and willingness to create biofuel markets. The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship of specific factors...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Microsoft Word - Thesis-Final Draft-Edited.docx A

ScholarsArchive@OSU

An evaluation of the establishment and continued effectiveness of the Galápagos National Park and Marine Reserve in Ecuador

An investigation of water access and quality in the Ambovombe area of southern Madagascar

Analysis of the microcar market in the United States and India : impact of macroeconomic forces and cultural values

Conditions precipitating currency devaluation : an analysis of the 1994 Mexican financial crisis

The Occurrence of Acarapis dorsalis, Acarapis externus and Acarapis woodi Mites in honey bee populations surrounding Poitiers, France

Comparison and Cultural Review of Biosphere Modeling Using Foliar Uptake of Technetium-99 in Radishes

Reason as Race : Enlightenment Voyages of Discovery and their Effect on 18th Century Racial Discourse

The Culture of Names – A Comparison between Vietnam and Denmark

Overcoming Barriers to Effective Ecological Education : A Malagasy Case Study

A Comparison of Biofuel Market Potential in Selected Countries

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