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Biodiesel in Oregon : an agricultural perspective

Creator:: Lahmann, Emily Loren
Abstract:: Biodiesel is a renewable, non-toxic, and biodegradable diesel fuel made from agricultural feedstocks. With a vibrant agricultural industry, Oregon is positioned to play an important role in the future of this energy source. Limiting factors to widespread biodiesel production include low value of biodiesel feedstock crops, lack of infrastructure, lagging...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Oregon State University University Honors College in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the

A Report on the Goat Industries of Oregon

Creator:: Lamphere, Charlotte A.
Abstract:: Goats were the first livestock species to be domesticated by humans and continue to function as a key source of protein and economic value for many communities. In the sixteenth century, Spanish colonists brought goats to the Americas. Unlike other nations, the United States did not maintain a significant market...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Lamphere A THESIS submitted to Oregon State University Honors College in partial fulfillment of

Old McDonald had a Microscope: The Impact of Research Spending on U.S. Agricultural Productivity

Creator:: Rietmann, Benjamin J.
Abstract:: The United States is a global leader in agricultural productivity. Much of its productivity growth can be attributed to public investments in agricultural research and development, starting in the 19th century and continuing until today. Past studies have shown high returns to agricultural research investments, but publicly funded agricultural research...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: A THESIS submitted to Oregon State University Honors College in partial

Analyzing the Effects of Psychosocial Determinants on Health Outcomes of Older Adults with Multimorbidity

Creator:: Pai, Nidhi S.
Abstract:: Multimorbidity, or the concurrent presence of two or more chronic conditions, significantly increases the risk of adverse health outcomes, particularly for adults age 65 and older. Psychosocial, behavioral and social factors can further exacerbate the impact of multimorbidity, but are infrequently and inconsistently documented within electronic health records (EHRs). Research...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

Evaluation of the LifeKnowledge Curriculum and its usability in the Oregon Agricultural Sciences classroom

Creator:: Crawford, Paul Wesley
Abstract:: The LifeKnowledge curriculum is a recent initiative of the National FFA Organization to develop key learning precepts in agriculture education students. This material utilizes cutting-edge teaching techniques in lesson plans designed to develop leadership, teamwork, personal development, and communication abilities in students. This project surveyed current agriculture teachers in Oregon...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Agricultural Sciences Classroom by Paul Wesley Crawford A PROJECT submitted to Oregon State

Detecting Violent Explosive Neurologic Trauma in American Service Members

Creator:: Crowell, Jeffrey R.
Abstract:: The emergence of high explosives on the battlefield can be defined both literally and figuratively as a seismic event in the landscape of modern warfare. High explosives first came into common use in war in 1914. By the end of World War I just four years later, more than 2.5...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: submitted to Oregon State University Honors College in partial fulfillment of

Solutions to Water Resource and Environmental Challenges : Perspectives from the Agricultural Community in the Crooked River Watershed

Creator:: Busick, Brytann
Abstract:: This research explores how an agriculture-based community in the Crooked River Watershed of Central Oregon responds to a series of water resource and environmental challenges, some associated with projected climate change, amid increasing pressure to change management practices to better accommodate environmental needs. A key part of this research assesses...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Oregon State University University Honors College

Exploring the community needs of groups that are underserved by Oregon State University’s Counseling & Psychological Services

Creator:: Prog, Sirena
Abstract:: Mental health services are vital during this time where mental health issues in college students have been increasing in prevalence and in severity around the world. However, mental health care is not always accessible to all. This project explores the needs of students at Oregon State University who identify as...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: A THESIS submitted to Oregon State University Honors College in partial

Estimating the economic net returns of Oregon & Washington forests with regard to climate change

Creator:: Johnson, Zoe I.
Abstract:: Little work has been conducted regarding the net returns of forest lands. The Ricardian model is ripe with potential to estimate the effects of climate on net returns to forestry. Multiple linear regression allows each climate variable to measure its effect of net returns with the assumption of all other...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: submitted to Oregon State University University Honors College in partial fulfillment

A Needs Assessment Survey of Small Farmers in Oregon's Mid-Willamette Valley

Creator:: Wever, Erin L.
Abstract:: OSU Extension provides important educational services to members of the agricultural community. Programming options can be guided by needs assessment surveys, which are used to determine gaps in knowledge and understanding for communities. The objective of this study was to develop and execute a survey to gather information on: 1)...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: to Oregon State University Honors College in partial fulfillment of

ScholarsArchive@OSU

Biodiesel in Oregon : an agricultural perspective

A Report on the Goat Industries of Oregon

Old McDonald had a Microscope: The Impact of Research Spending on U.S. Agricultural Productivity

Analyzing the Effects of Psychosocial Determinants on Health Outcomes of Older Adults with Multimorbidity

Evaluation of the LifeKnowledge Curriculum and its usability in the Oregon Agricultural Sciences classroom

Detecting Violent Explosive Neurologic Trauma in American Service Members

Solutions to Water Resource and Environmental Challenges : Perspectives from the Agricultural Community in the Crooked River Watershed

Exploring the community needs of groups that are underserved by Oregon State University’s Counseling & Psychological Services

Estimating the economic net returns of Oregon & Washington forests with regard to climate change

A Needs Assessment Survey of Small Farmers in Oregon's Mid-Willamette Valley

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