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Old Crops in a New World: Bringing Andean Tuber Crops to the Pacific Northwest

Creator:: Reers, Michelle
Abstract:: Though currently relatively unknown outside Latin America, Andean root and tuber crops are rapidly gaining interest elsewhere. Tubers are a major food and important sources of nutrition in South America and have potential in countries outside their center of origin. We conducted a two-part study on oca (Oxalis tuberosa), mashua...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Honors Baccalaureate of Science in Botany (Honors Associate) Honors Baccalaureate of Arts in

Ethical Considerations of Transgenic Biotechnology as a Tool to Address Global Food Insecurity : Implementation and Regulation in Developing Countries

Creator:: Stepper, Shelby Ann
Abstract:: Transgenic biotechnology holds enormous potential as a tool to address global food insecurity. Transgenic food crops have been shown to increase food availability and food system security by incorporating disease, pesticide and drought resistance. Production costs of transgenic crops are lower due to the reduced need for costly pesticides and...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: and Honors Baccalaureate of Science in Biology presented on May 22, 2014. Title: Ethical

Barley genetics as a model for international collaborative research

Creator:: Osborn, Lauren A.
Abstract:: Collaboration is crucial when advancing in scientific research. One person cannot study all aspects of a system. That is why it is important for the scientific community to communicate with each other and stay updated on research being conducted in other labs around the world. In my research, I was...
Resource Type:: Presentation and Honors College Thesis

Do Slasher Films Breed Violence Against Women?

Creator:: Kimsey, Jennfer M.
Abstract:: A topic of concern for feminists, film critics, media researchers, and film scholars alike who believe in a causal connection between film violence and real life violence have found an enemy in the slasher film. Critics of slasher films, a subgenre of horror, often charge these films are uniquely violent...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Baccalaureate of Ar in Political Science presented on May 27,2010. Title: Do Slasher Films Breed Violence

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:: the requirements for the degree of Honors Baccalaureate of Science in Fisheries and

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:: Baccalaureate of Science in Environmental Science and the degree of Honors Baccalaureate of Arts in

Local Viewpoints on Conservation and Development at Malio, Andohahela National Park, Madagascar

Creator:: Bucht, Karin R.
Abstract:: Madagascar, home to a high degree of endemic species and has been subject to numerous programs and organizations intent on preserving its biodiversity, which is currently pressured largely by anthropogenic causes. Protected areas, including national parks, make up a central part of these conservation efforts, combining ecotourism and restricting access...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: . Bucht for the degree of Honors Baccalaureate of Science in Environmental Science and Honor

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:: ________________________________________________________________________ Kate Lajtha, Committee Member, representing Crop & Soil Science

Antifungal Properties of Spotted Wing Drosophila (Drosophila suzukii) Larvae

Creator:: Bernert, Ann
Abstract:: Spotted wing drosophila, Drosophila suzukii, is a recently introduced, invasive pest in Oregon. It oviposits in near-mature and mature fruit, and thus is an important concern for the small fruit industry. A crop consultant observed that mature raspberry fruit with D. suzukii larvae do not show symptoms of molds as...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: requirement for the degree of Honors Baccalaureate of Science in Bioresource Research (Honors

Molecular Analysis of Tomato Seed Germination and Tomato Production in Almería, Spain

Creator:: Nguyen, Theresa T.
Abstract:: Tomato is considered to be one of the most important vegetables for its value as a source of nutrients and antioxidants, and as a model crop for biological research, including seed biology. In this thesis, tissue-specific gene expression and its regulation in tomato seeds were analyzed to understand the mechanisms...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Theresa T. Nguyen for the degree of Honors Baccalaureate of Science

ScholarsArchive@OSU

Old Crops in a New World: Bringing Andean Tuber Crops to the Pacific Northwest

Ethical Considerations of Transgenic Biotechnology as a Tool to Address Global Food Insecurity : Implementation and Regulation in Developing Countries

Barley genetics as a model for international collaborative research

Do Slasher Films Breed Violence Against Women?

Overcoming Barriers to Effective Ecological Education : A Malagasy Case Study

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

Local Viewpoints on Conservation and Development at Malio, Andohahela National Park, Madagascar

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

Antifungal Properties of Spotted Wing Drosophila (Drosophila suzukii) Larvae

Molecular Analysis of Tomato Seed Germination and Tomato Production in Almería, Spain

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