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Snap, Crackle, & Pop: Designing buildings that can survive natural disasters, Featuring Dr. Rosowsky

Creator:: Moldenke, Alison
Abstract:: Scientists study the amount of force that different types of wood and fasteners can with stand using computers, in order to create safer buildings.
Resource Type:: Learning Object
Full Text:: www.forestry.oregonstate.edu/notable-notes-k-12-and-general-public crackle, and pop—good noises from your cereal bowl, but not

Cruising with a Crystal Ball: Estimating Timber Density with a Wedge Prism

Creator:: Breckel, Carrie
Abstract:: Foresters use a wedge shaped prism to estimate timber density in a stand in a process called variable plot sampling. Featuring Dr. John Bell.
Resource Type:: Learning Object
Full Text:: Group, Oregon State University, Corvallis OR 97331 www.forestry.oregonstate.edu/notable-notes-k-12-and

Now, that's a Wicked Problem: Studying how people with conflicting interests can share the forest

Creator:: Moldenke, Alison
Abstract:: Social Scientists study the differing opinions people have regarding forest use and the skills that can facilitate solutions to conflicts that arise from this. Featuring Dr. Bruce Shindler.
Resource Type:: Learning Object
Full Text:: Communications Group, Oregon State University, Corvallis OR 97331 www.forestry.oregonstate.edu/notable-notes-k-12

How Safe are the Woods?: Researchers tackle tough problems

Creator:: Moldenke, Alison
Abstract:: The dangers for National Park Service rangers have been increasing. Scientists study psychology, sociology, and recreation resources to help balance the dangers of crime and hazards with the increase in demand for outdoor recreation. Featuring Dr. Jo Tynon.
Resource Type:: Learning Object
Full Text:: Communications Group, Oregon State University, Corvallis OR 97331 www.forestry.oregonstate.edu/notable-notes-k-12

The Secret Life of Water: Where does water go when it rains?

Creator:: Moldenke, Alison
Abstract:: Scientists work to find out what happens to rain between when it falls and when it makes it into the stream. Featuring Dr. Jeff McDonnell.
Resource Type:: Learning Object
Full Text:: Communications Group, Oregon State University, Corvallis OR 97331 www.forestry.oregonstate.edu/notable-notes-k-12

What's in the Water, Anyway? Pinpointing where all the nitrogen comes from

Creator:: Moldenke, Alison
Abstract:: Scientists seek to explore the relationship between land use and nitrogen levels at different places along the Calapooia River. Featuring Bill Floyd and Dr. Stephen Schoenholtz.
Resource Type:: Learning Object
Full Text:: University, Corvallis OR 97331 www.forestry.oregonstate.edu/notable-notes-k-12-and-general-public N

Quake, Rattle, and Roll: Simulating "The Big One" with dynamic earthquake tests

Creator:: Davis, Caryn
Abstract:: Earthquake tests have trouble imitating the randomness and varied nature of actual earthquakes. Scientists seek to remedy this and make buildings safer by creating dynamic tests that imitate the random nature of earthquakes. Featuring Dr. Rakesh Gupta.
Resource Type:: Learning Object
Full Text:: OR 97331 www.forestry.oregonstate.edu/notable-notes-k-12-and-general-public arthquakes and other

Mystery in Yellowstone! Solved: Wolves DO help trees survive in Yellowstone National Park

Creator:: Davis, Caryn
Abstract:: The mystery of how wolves effect the growth of cottonwood has been solved after comparing old and new photos. Featuring Dr. William Ripple and Dr. Robert Beschta.
Resource Type:: Learning Object
Full Text:: Communications Group, Oregon State University, Corvallis OR 97331 www.forestry.oregonstate.edu/notable-notes-k-12

Bond it like Byssi, From the sea: a glue idea for wood

Creator:: Moldenke, Alison
Abstract:: Wood glues have formaldehyde, which is associated with human health problems, and are petroleum based, which is not renewable. Based on the chemistry of mussels, new renewable glues are being developed. Featuring Dr. Kaichang Li.
Resource Type:: Learning Object
Full Text:: , Corvallis OR 97331 www.forestry.oregonstate.edu/notable-notes-k-12-and-general-public

Why do Trees Stop Getting Taller? Team tests treetop turgor to find an answer

Creator:: Thomas, Emily
Abstract:: Scientists use a large crane to gather samples from the tops of trees. These samples will be tested for turgor in an attempt to explain why trees stop growing. Featuring Dr. Barbara Bond, Dr. Rick Meinzer, and R.A. Dave Woodruff.
Resource Type:: Learning Object
Full Text:: www.forestry.oregonstate.edu/notable-notes-k-12-and-general-public

ScholarsArchive@OSU

Snap, Crackle, & Pop: Designing buildings that can survive natural disasters, Featuring Dr. Rosowsky

Cruising with a Crystal Ball: Estimating Timber Density with a Wedge Prism

Now, that's a Wicked Problem: Studying how people with conflicting interests can share the forest

How Safe are the Woods?: Researchers tackle tough problems

The Secret Life of Water: Where does water go when it rains?

What's in the Water, Anyway? Pinpointing where all the nitrogen comes from

Quake, Rattle, and Roll: Simulating "The Big One" with dynamic earthquake tests

Mystery in Yellowstone! Solved: Wolves DO help trees survive in Yellowstone National Park

Bond it like Byssi, From the sea: a glue idea for wood

Why do Trees Stop Getting Taller? Team tests treetop turgor to find an answer

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