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Illegal to Exist : The Criminalization of Houselessness in the United States

Creator:: Waite, Mariah E.
Abstract:: In the United States, the state of housing and the lack thereof has been declared a national crisis. In response, cities have taken measures to police behaviors that are associated with what they perceive to be disorder and decay. These behaviors are also commonly associated with houselessness. Laws that criminalize...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: United States by Mariah E. Waite A THESIS submitted to Oregon

Transactions of the Thirteenth Annual Re-union of the Oregon Pioneer Association for 1885

Creator:: Oregon Pioneer Association. Reunion
Abstract:: Gerald W. Williams Collection
Resource Type:: Book
Full Text:: OF THE OREGOIc IIoNER AssoIATIoN FOR :1 885;- :fle OGcclsionclI ddress b E L EosLam, Esq. AND THE

Transactions of the Fifteenth Annual Re-union of the Oregon Pioneer Association for 1887

Creator:: Oregon Pioneer Association. Reunion
Abstract:: Gerald W. Williams Collection
Resource Type:: Book
Full Text:: . Todd, Woodburn, Marion countyIllinois. R. Warren, Coburg, Lane countyNew York E. Heintz, East

Transactions of the Third Annual Re-union of the Oregon Pioneer Association

Creator:: Oregon Pioneer Association. Reunion
Abstract:: Gerald W. Williams Collection
Resource Type:: Book

Transactions of the Seventh Annual Re-union of the Oregon Pioneer Association for 1879

Creator:: Oregon Pioneer Association. Reunion
Abstract:: Gerald W. Williams Collection
Resource Type:: Book

Transactions of the Eighteenth Annual Re-union of the Oregon Pioneer Association for 1890

Creator:: Oregon Pioneer Association. Reunion
Abstract:: Gerald W. Williams Collection
Resource Type:: Book

Transactions of the Seventeenth Annual Re-union of the Oregon Pioneer Association for 1889

Creator:: Oregon Pioneer Association. Reunion
Abstract:: Gerald W. Williams Collection
Resource Type:: Book

Transactions of the Sixteenth Annual Re-union of the Oregon Pioneer Association for 1888

Creator:: Oregon Pioneer Association. Reunion
Abstract:: Gerald W. Williams Collection
Resource Type:: Book

Transactions of the Nineteenth Annual Re-union of the Oregon Pioneer Association for 1891

Creator:: Oregon Pioneer Association. Reunion
Abstract:: Gerald W. Williams Collection
Resource Type:: Book

Transactions of the Twenty-Fifth Annual Re-union of the Oregon Pioneer Association for 1897

Creator:: Oregon Pioneer Association. Reunion
Abstract:: Gerald W. Williams Collection
Resource Type:: Book

Transactions of the Twenty-Fourth Annual Re-union of the Oregon Pioneer Association for 1896

Creator:: Oregon Pioneer Association. Reunion
Abstract:: Gerald W. Williams Collection
Resource Type:: Book

Analysis of Duo for Flute and Piano by Aaron Copland

Creator:: Gustafson, Mariah S.
Abstract:: Aaron Copland is known by many as the founder of American Music and is still considered one of the pre-eminent composers to come from the Americas, particularly North America. He composed from 1917-1973, with many of his most recognizable works composed in the early 1940s. Duo for Flute and Piano...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: , motives, flute, performance Corresponding e-mail address: m.sage.gustafson@gmail.com 4

Can Operating Leases Predict Bankruptcy in Asset‐Intensive Firms?

Creator:: Waites, Pryce J.
Abstract:: Since the Altman Z-score was published in 1968, the Z-score has been a common way that investors predict bankruptcy and value risk. However, corporate structure has evolved since 1968 due to changes in economic factors and financial reporting standards. In 1976, the FASB created the first bright-line rules to distinguish...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: e-mail address: waitesp@onid.orst.edu

Rework Practices in the Dairy Industry and Their Potential Contribution to Microbial Spoilage

Creator:: Rush, Casey E.
Abstract:: Rework is a common practice in the dairy industry as a way for processors to minimize waste while recovering costs for dairy products that are unsaleable. The regulations available for reworking fluid dairy products only outline product eligibility requirements with a focus on repasteurization of the products containing rework as...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: SURVEY Casey E. Rush, Lisbeth Meunier-Goddik, and Joy G. Waite-Cusic* Department of Food

Mitigation of Microbiological Water Quality by Last Irrigation-to-Harvest Intervals

Creator:: Emch, Alexander W.
Abstract:: Foodborne outbreaks involving fresh produce have been on the rise since the late 1990's. Pathogens such as Salmonella spp. and Escherichia coli are prevalent in agricultural environments and commonly travel between farms via irrigation water. The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) has placed an increased emphasis on microbiological standards of...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Last Irrigation-to-Harvest Intervals Abstract approved: Joy G. Waite-Cusic

The Examination of Escherichia coli Contamination via Agricultural Water Applications and Survival During Pre-Harvest Field Curing of Dry Bulb Onions

Creator:: Racine, Jason R.
Abstract:: 2020 and 2021 brought the first reported outbreaks of salmonellosis epidemiologically linked to dry bulb onions in the United States. Outbreak investigations were not able to implicate a specific source of the contamination but speculated that contaminated water was a significant contributor. The Produce Safety Rule established minimum standards for...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : ______________________________________________________ Joy Gail Waite-Cusic 2020 and 2021 brought the first reported outbreaks of salmonellosis

An Exploration of Cheese Safety Parameters and Aging as Mitigation Strategy for Foodborne Pathogens in Cheese

Creator:: Riesgaard, Brandon
Abstract:: Pasteurization is an effective method of reducing risks associated with foodborne pathogens in raw milk. Cheese made from raw milk has a higher potential to harbor harmful bacterial pathogens. However, some cheesemakers prefer to use unpasteurized milk to preserve the natural microflora present in the raw milk and to prevent...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : ______________________________________________________ Joy Waite-Cusic Pasteurization is an effective method of reducing risks

Influence of Processing Parameters on the Inactivation of Salmonella spp. During the Cooking Step of Jerky Production Using a Commercial-Scale Dehydrator

Creator:: Minarsich, Joey
Abstract:: United States Department of Agriculture-Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA-FSIS) guidelines for beef jerky processing support producers' ability to satisfy the performance standard requirements for achieving a 5-log reduction in Salmonella and E. coli O157:H7. The first compliance guide for jerky processors was created in response to several Salmonella outbreaks...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: approved: ______________________________________________________ Dr. Joy Waite-Cusic United

Risk Assessment of Salmonella in Raw Hazelnuts and use of Propylene Oxide as a Potential Mitigation Strategy

Creator:: Wright, Daniel G.
Abstract:: Multiple outbreaks of foodborne illness (Salmonella and E. coli O157:H7) have been associated with tree nuts and tree nut products since the early 2000s. In response to these outbreaks and many others in fresh produce and peanut butter, Congress created and passed the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) to require...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Joy G. Waite-Cusic Multiple outbreaks of foodborne illness (Salmonella and E. coli O157:H7

Important Considerations for Food Process Validations : Strain Selection, Contamination Level, and Relevant Treatment Conditions

Creator:: Pearson, Eva
Abstract:: Reports of foodborne outbreaks have increased in the last decade, posing a public health risk to consumers. In an attempt to mitigate this risk, the newly established Food Safety and Modernization Act (FSMA) takes a preventive rather than reactive approach to food safety. Under FSMA, producers are required to validate...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : ______________________________________________________ Joy G. Waite-Cusic Reports of foodborne outbreaks have increased in the last decade

Validation of Baking to Reduce Coliform Counts and Salmonella in Cookie Dough

Creator:: Wilson, Julia M.
Abstract:: This study aimed to determine the efficacy of baking to reduce bacterial populations (an unknown contaminant or Salmonella) in cookie dough. Baking conditions (time and temperature parameters) were selected based on conditions commonly used in industry. The first study (Chapter 2), “Baking as Validation for Control of Coliform Counts in...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: :_____________________________________________________ Joy Waite-Cusic This study aimed to determine the efficacy of baking to reduce bacterial

Investigating Potential Environmental Sources for Coliforms in Cheddar Cheese Production

Creator:: Selover, Brandon J.
Abstract:: The production of Cheddar cheese is a complex process with multiple potential sources of undesirable bacteria, including those that have negative impacts on product quality (spoilage organisms) and those that are used to evaluate sanitary conditions in the production environment (indicator organisms). The dairy industry commonly uses coliform bacteria as...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Kuhn, E., L. Meunier-goddik, and J.G. Waite-cusic. 2018. Effect of leaving milk trucks empty and idle

Further Optimization of Controlled Depuration for Eliminating Vibrio parahaemolyticus from Raw Oysters for Safe Consumption

Creator:: Ming, Ziwen
Abstract:: Vibrio parahaemolyticus infections in the United Stated have been linked to consumption of raw shellfish, particularly oysters, with symptoms of headache, abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting. Depuration, as a post-harvest process, has a long history of being applied in shellfish industry to reduce sewage bacteria. In order to reduce the...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : ______________________________________________________ Joy Gail Waite-Cusic Vibrio parahaemolyticus infections in the United Stated have been

Characterization of Spoilage Events on Flavored Milk Products by Paenibacillus odorifer

Creator:: Torres, Alejandro
Abstract:: Flavored milk is a growing category for dairy products; however, it is a perishable product that is subject to microbial spoilage which can lead to a negative consumer experience and lead to lost sales. Flavored milk processors communicated unique spoilage events related to their products, including color loss of strawberry...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : ______________________________________________________ Joy Waite-Cusic Flavored milk is a growing category for dairy products; however, it is a

Impact of Butterfat Content and Composition on the Quality of Laminated Pastries

Creator:: Ramirez, Sebastian
Abstract:: Butter has long been the premium choice for producing pastries such as Danish and croissants. Its inclusion has consistently delivered characteristically light and airy crumbs with beautifully flaky crust. Once considered a delicacy, pastries have now become innocuous in our everyday lives. Once requiring a skillful hand to sculpt and...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: :455–465. doi:10.3168/jds.2007-0717. Kuhn, E., L. Meunier-Goddik, and J.G. Waite-Cusic. 2018. Effect

The risk of Salmonella spp. from small poultry operations in Oregon

Creator:: Diaz-Hui, Jonathan
Abstract:: Salmonella is a bacterium responsible for several illnesses, including typhoid fever, paratyphoid fever, and salmonellosis. It is commonly found in animal products, including poultry. Determination of potential reservoirs of Salmonella contamination is important to mitigate the risk of transmission and possible outbreaks. Outbreaks can negatively impact the livelihood of local...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: : ______________________________________________________ Joy Waite-Cusic Salmonella is a bacterium responsible for several illnesses, including

Prevalence and Fate of Antibiotic-resistant E. coli in Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants across Oregon

Creator:: Khorshidi Zadeh, Marjan
Abstract:: Wastewater treatment plants are considered one of the main sources and reservoirs of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). This study investigated the prevalence of 8 different phenotypes of AMR, multi-drug resistant (MDR), and extended-spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBL) producing E. coli in 17 wastewater treatment plants across Oregon in winter and summer of 2019...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Title: Prevalence and Fate of Antibiotic-resistant E. coli in Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants

Contribution of Farm Level Milk Sourcing on Non-Starter Lactic Acid Bacteria (NSLAB) in Cheddar, and the Assessment of High Resolution Melt Analysis used for Species Identification

Creator:: Baird, Christopher S.
Abstract:: Non-starter lactic acid bacteria (NSLAB) are found at low levels in fresh raw milk and are important to the dairy industry because of their potential impact on the flavor and texture of yogurt, sour cream, and cheese. The purpose of this study was to evaluate three methods for the identification...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Abstract approved: ______________________________________________________ Lisbeth Goddik Joy Waite

“Red Light, Yellow Light!”: Evaluating the Anti-Listerial Potential of Bacillus Isolate Metabolites Using a High-Throughput Chromogenic Assay”

Creator:: Johnson, Taylor S.
Abstract:: Listeria monocytogenes contamination continues to pose challenges for the food industry and there is demand for effective methods of food preservation and protection that can also be considered clean label. A promising source of antilisterial compounds may be sourced from bacteria that produce novel byproducts. Ribosomally synthesized and post-translationally modified...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Assay Abstract approved: ______________________________________________________ Joy Waite

Genomic mapping of efflux pumps in Listeria monocytogenes and their contribution to cadmium and fluoroquinolone tolerance

Creator:: Domen, Andrea
Abstract:: Listeria monocytogenes is the third most deadly foodborne pathogen in the United States. The young and elderly, as well as pregnant and immunocompromised people are the population most susceptible to serious illness and death from listeriosis infections. Unlike most foodborne pathogens, L. monocytogenes does not live a solely enteric lifestyle....
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Jovana Kovacevic, Joy Waite-Cusic Listeria monocytogenes is the third most deadly foodborne

Characterization of Bloomy Rind Cheese Recipes and the Impact of High Pressure Processing (HPP) on Cheese Quality

Creator:: Batty, Danton K. C.
Abstract:: Bloomy rind cheeses, including Camembert and Brie type cheeses, are highly susceptible to contamination by environmental pathogens during their manufacture and ripening. These cheeses undergo many physiochemical changes during ripening that provides these pathogens with a suitable environment to grow. One example of this change is an increase of pH...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Joy Waite-Cusic Bloomy rind cheeses, including Camembert and Brie type cheeses, are highly

Prevalence and Characterization of Listeria spp. Recovered from Pacific Northwest Produce Handling and Processing Facilities

Creator:: Jorgensen, John
Abstract:: Foodborne illness in the United States continues to be a complex and recurring issue despite our increased understanding of the pathogenic microorganisms responsible. Foodborne illness outbreaks and product recalls linked to pathogenic bacteria have been more frequent in the produce industry (e.g. fruits and vegetables) in the last ten years....
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Joy Waite-Cusic

Characterization of Milk Hauling Practices and Their Impact on Raw Milk Microbiological Quality

Creator:: Kuhn, Eva
Abstract:: The dairy industry has indicated that milk hauling sporadically compromises milk quality, but often the reason is unknown. Milk hauling practices are an underexplored area of research, and are in need of attention because during hauling milk is most exposed to the external environment in comparison with any other step...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : ________________________________________________________ Lisbeth Goddik and Joy G. Waite-Cusic The dairy industry has indicated that milk

Spatiotemporal Distributions of Bacteria in the Cheddar Production Environment

Creator:: Johnson, Jared D.
Abstract:: Given the many significant roles that bacteria play in modern food manufacturing, it is crucial that we have a fundamental understanding of how bacterial communities assemble and behave in the food manufacturing environment. The focus of this dissertation was to investigate both the spatial and temporal distributions of microbial communities...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: : ______________________________________________________ Joy Waite-Cusic Given the many significant roles that bacteria play in modern food

Enrichment Isolation of Brettanomyces Yeasts to Probe the Relationship Between Vineyard and Winery Populations

Creator:: Pigao, Kevin E.
Abstract:: The budding yeast Brettanomyces bruxellensis has the potential to spoil fermented beverages and cause financial losses, but also contribute positively to certain products such as Lambic beer. It is most notorious for causing “Brett” spoilage of wine, which is characterized by undesirable aromas such as “bandaid” and “barnyard”, therefore most...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Kevin E. Pigao for

Interactions between Oenococcus oeni and Brettanomyces bruxellensis during winemaking and consequences for wine quality

Creator:: DuBois, Aubrey E.
Abstract:: The growth of Brettanomyces bruxellensis is a major cause of wine spoilage due tothe production of the volatile phenols 4-ethylphenol (4-EP) and 4-ethylguaiacol (4-EG), derivatives of p-coumaric acid and ferulic acid. During the winemaking process,some microorganisms can impact the concentration of the 4-EP precursors pcoumaricand coutaric acid (tartaric acid-esterified p-coumaric...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Aubrey E. DuBois for

Analysis of Alternative Donor Breast Milk Pasteurization Techniques and Their Impact on Bile Salt-Stimulated Lipase Activity

Creator:: Victor, Ashley F.
Abstract:: While breast milk is considered the best nourishment for newborns, they have a lowered ability to digest the fat rich liquid due to decreased lipase secretion for the first few months after birth. To offset this, breast milk itself contains Bile Salt-Stimulated Lipase (BSSL) which significantly heightens fat digestion ability....
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Irradiation Corresponding e-mail address: ashleyvictor16@gmail.com ©Copyright by

Reduction of Salmonella spp. on In-shell Hazelnuts Using Continuous Steam Blanching and Prevalence of Salmonella spp. on In-shell Oregon Hazelnuts

Creator:: Letchworth, Christopher A.
Abstract:: Tree nuts have been implicated in a number of foodborne outbreaks and recalls in recent years linked to enteric pathogens, particularly Salmonella. Therefore, prior to distribution and marketing, it is necessary to understand the biological risks associated with the consumption of tree nuts and to find effective methods to inactivate...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: annually from 2009 to 2017 and were implicated in an outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 that sickened 10 people

Antibiotic Resistance in Septic Sludge and Receiving Environments of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Creator:: Schutzius, Genevieve Conyers
Abstract:: Approximately ninety percent of urban Vietnamese households are connected to septic tanks, from which up to three-quarters of the sludge is reported to be dumped into waterways in residential areas. Vietnam has a considerable prevalence of antibiotic misuse and resultant antibiotic-resistant bacteria (ARB) in the human microbiome. Due to the...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: city (p > 0.05, one-way ANOVA). The susceptibility of E. coli isolated from sludge and soil (n = 104

Survival of Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella spp., and Staphylococcus aureus in raw yellowfin tuna during refrigerated and frozen storage

Creator:: Mou, Jing
Abstract:: The consumption of seafood in the United States has increased rapidly in recent years due to high quality protein and health benefits of seafood. Seafood can be a carrier for bacteria normally distributed in the marine environment and, in some cases, can be contaminated by human pathogens. Therefore, there is...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: samples were considered acceptable quality (APC < 107 CFU/g, E. coli < 3 MPN/g) with most samples (93.3

Development of High-Throughput Screening Methods to Determine Efficacy of “Clean-Label” Antifungals for Application on Cheese

Creator:: Jensen, Kristen
Abstract:: Cheese has been produced since ancient times and continues to be an important nutrient-dense staple in many diets around the world. Cheese quality is of high importance to consumers, and it is important for cheese producers to establish process controls to prevent and control cheese spoilage. Fungal spoilage is of...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: work. Additionally, to Dr. Joy Waite-Cusic for her constant assistance and much needed emotional

Investigating the Impact of Temperature and Air Quality on Human Health in At-Risk Populations

Creator:: Evoy, Richard E.
Abstract:: Climate change is causing people around the world to experience extreme temperature and air pollution events such as wildfires more frequently, and for longer periods of time. Extreme heat events have been widely associated with an increased risk of emergency room visits, occupational heat-related injuries and illnesses, and mortality overall...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Richie E. Evoy, MPH, conceptualized and designed the research, collected and analyzed the data, and

The Role of Bone Marrow Adipose Tissue in Bone Loss During Spaceflight and Simulated Spaceflight in Rodents

Creator:: Keune, Jessica Ann
Abstract:: The reduction in mechanical load imparted on the body during spaceflight presents unique physiological challenges. One detrimental and seemingly unavoidable response to microgravity is rapid bone loss. This adaptation is hazardous not only to astronaut health, but to the success of long-duration exploration-class missions. Skeletal adaptation to spaceflight in astronauts...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . Donald Jump, Dr. Adam Branscum and Dr. Joy Waite-Cusic – for contributing their time, advice and

Growth of Staphylococcus aureus of enterotoxin production in pre-cooked tuna meat

Creator:: Wu, Xulei
Abstract:: Staphylococcus aureus is a human pathogen capable of producing enterotoxins causing staphylococcal food poisoning, one of the most economically important foodborne diseases in the U.S. This pathogen may be introduced to pre-cooked tuna meat used for the production of canned tuna because significant manual handling occurs after cooking of the...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Lisbeth Goddik, Dr. Joy Waite-Cusic, and Dr. Thomas Savage, for their valuable suggestions and kind help

Effects of Whey Protein Consumption on Inflammatory Biomarker Levels in Healthy Older Adults

Creator:: Adler, Samuel
Abstract:: Whey protein’s potential for bioactivity is well documented, but there is disagreement on the extent to which it may modulate the immune system towards decreased inflammation. Decreased inflammation is generally perceived as a beneficial bioactivity in foods as excessive chronic inflammation is linked to morbidity and mortality. This thesis first...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: kinases 1/2 (ERK1/2) Fc region of immunoglobulin E (FCεRI) Forkhead box P3 (FOXP3) Glutathione

Impact of terroir on cheddar cheese flavor and the influence of farm-to-farm variability, commingling, and pasteurization.

Creator:: Turbes, Gregory S.
Abstract:: The concept of terroir is commonly used as marketing tool to highlight unique characteristics of regional food products, however there is little scientific evidence of terroir pertaining to cheese. The purpose of this research was to investigate the potential impact of milk origin, pasteurization, and commingling on the sensorial, chemical,...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: compound analysis and statistical evaluation. Dr. Joy Waite-Cusic assisted with microbial examination. Dr

Metabolic effects of consumption of quercetin, ellagic acid, cherry, and apple phytochemical extracts in high-fat fed mice

Creator:: Smith, Sarah M.
Abstract:: Metabolic improvements and changes in gene expression were measured in mice fed polyphenol-rich extracts derived from apples and sweet cherries, and the common phytochemicals, quercetin and ellagic acid. Polyphenol-rich extracts were produced by solid phase extraction and column chromatography. Extracts and purified compounds were mixed into a high-fat (HF, 60%...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Sweet Whey Fermentation: An Exploration of Optimizing the Alcohol Production of Kluyveromyces marxianus and Measuring the Nitrogen Content of Sweet Whey

Creator:: Schaan, Keenan
Abstract:: It is estimated that for every 1 kg of cheese produced, approximately 9 kg of whey is created. For smaller producers something needs to be done to keep it out of water ways and potentially to valorize it. However, access to efficient secondary whey processing to isolate protein and lactose...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: would also like to thank my committee members for their support and inspiration. Dr. Joy Waite-Cusic

Effects of Whey Protein Isolate on the Human Gut Microbiota and Intestinal Function in Older Adults

Creator:: Rackerby, Bryna
Abstract:: Whey protein is a functional food comprised of numerous bioactive peptides and proteins, including glycomacropeptide (GMP), a hydrophilic casein peptide that separates with the whey fraction during cheesemaking. GMP has a unique amino acid composition, making it a viable nutritional therapy in disorders where certain amino acids are implicated, while...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Bobe, Dr. Joy Waite- Cusic, and Dr. Lisbeth Goddik, without whom neither I nor my project would have

Application of Antimicrobial Substance in Depuration for Decreasing Vibrio Parahaemolyticus Contamination in the Pacific Oysters (Crassostrea gigas)

Creator:: Shen, Xiaoye
Abstract:: Vibrio parahaemolyticus is the leading cause of foodborne illnesses associated with seafood consumption. Consuming raw or undercooked seafood contaminated with V. parahaemolyticus can result in development of acute gastroenteritis with symptoms of nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramping and watery diarrhea within 24 hours of infection. Illness is usually self-limited and lasts...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Waite- Cusic, and Dr, Hermes, for spending time review my thesis and providing critical suggestions

Species- and Temporal-Specific Coral Microbiome Fluctuations in Response to a Natural Bleaching Event

Creator:: Ewton, Erica M.
Abstract:: Corals provide a diversity of ecosystem services, are among the most biologically diverse ecosystems on Earth, and directly support ~500 million people globally; however, corals are increasingly experiencing significant threats and are undergoing severe bleaching events as the result of the warming climate. Using a two-year data set surrounding a...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

The Inhibitory Activity of Essential Oil Constituents Against Clostridium perfringens Type A Isolates

Creator:: Alanazi, Saud
Abstract:: C. perfringens type A isolates are the causative agents of C. perfringens type A food poisoning (FP) and non-food-borne (NFB) human gastrointestinal diseases. In this study, we evaluated the antimicrobial effect of essential oil constituents (cinnamaldehyde, eugenol, allyl isothiocyanate (AITC), and carvacrol) against C. perfringens FP and NFB isolates grown...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: domestic animals. Among five types (A-E), type A strains of C. perfringens are considered as the main

Immunomodulatory Actions of Bovine Whey Protein Isolates, Glycomacropeptide, and Their Digests: Insights from Macrophage and Human Studies

Creator:: Olsen, Wyatt
Abstract:: Whey protein isolate (WPI) and glycomacropeptide (GMP) have shown potential immunomodulatory properties. In this study, we investigated their effects on pro-inflammatory cytokine secretion using both in vitro and in vivo models. In LPS-stimulated THP-1-derived macrophages, digested WPI and GMP reduced cytokine expression, while whole GMP increased secretion. The in human...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: for providing the intestinal digest samples and writing support, and Sam Adler and Joy Waite-Cusic

Self-perceived health and chronic conditions among users of supplements with and without botanical ingredients: findings from the 2009-2014 National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys

Creator:: Alonso Street, Ellen M.
Abstract:: Objective: To describe associations between self-reported general health status, chronic conditions, and use of supplements containing botanicals (SCB) and describe reasons for use among U.S. adult supplement users. Design: Cross-sectional analysis using data from the 2009-2014 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). Information on self-reported dietary supplement use and...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: would like Dr. Joy Waite-Cusic for agreeing to be my Graduate Representative throughout the evolution

Analysis of Intact Glycomacropeptide Derived from Bovine Kappa-casein in Whey Protein Isolate and Intestinal Digesta

Creator:: Qu, Yunyao
Abstract:: Kappa-casein glycomacropeptide (CMP), a 64-amino-acid peptide, is released from kappa-casein after rennet treatment and is one of the major peptides in whey protein isolate (WPI). CMP has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial activities. CMP has two major amino acid sequences with different modifications including glycosylation, phosphorylation and oxidation. However, no previous work...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: pandemic. I’m deeply indebted to my thesis committee of Dr. Lisbeth Goddik, Dr. Joy Waite-Cusic and Dr

Effects of 12 months of voluntary alcohol self-administration on intracortical bone remodeling in a rhesus macaque model

Creator:: Gaddini, Gino W.
Abstract:: Background: Alcohol is a nonessential nutrient widely consumed throughout the world. Chronic alcohol abuse is associated with numerous adverse skeletal effects. However, prior to this study, the effects of alcohol abuse on intracortical bone remodeling in an animal model had not been investigated. Reduced intracortical bone remodeling could impair repair...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: members of my committee. Dr. Gianni Maddalozzo, Dr. Bo Zhang, and Dr. Joy Waite-Cusic. I am honored to

Impact of Industry Hauling Practices on Raw Milk Quality in a Commercial Setting

Creator:: Darchuk, Emily
Abstract:: Hauling is a critical part of the commercial milk supply chain, yet very few studies have aimed to understand its impact on raw milk quality. Consolidation of the American milk industry has led to the use of tanker trucks for up to 24 h between cleanings, which is the maximum...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Lisbeth Goddik, Dr. Joy Waite-Cusic and Gina Shellhammer for their support, guidance and most

Antibiotic Resistance in Treated Wastewater Effluent and Biosolids and Fate after Agricultural Reuse

Creator:: Mays, Catherine M.
Abstract:: Conventional wastewater treatment facilities using activated sludge, secondary clarifiers, and chlorine disinfection comprise a large portion of urban wastewater treatment practices in the United States. While highly adept at removing chemical, physical, and numerous biological contaminants, these treatment methods are ineffective at removing contaminants of emerging concern, such as antibiotics...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: measured in soil weekly until harvest 77 days after planting. E. coli and enterococci were detectable in

An evaluation of blackberry harvest sanitation and the ability of foodborne pathogens to survive in blackberry products

Creator:: Sales, Melissa M.
Abstract:: Blackberries, genus Rubus, are an important Oregon agricultural commodity. In their fresh and processed forms, they offer many health benefits and may be able to help Americans better achieve fruit consumption recommendations because of convenience and pleasant sensory qualities. However, the susceptibility of blackberry products to contamination with bacterial pathogens...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: evaluated for E. coli O157:H7 and Salmonella spp. by rapid detection methods via the NEOGEN® Reveal® 2.0

Genetic Diversity and Antimicrobial Resistance of Listeria monocytogenes within Produce Handling and Processing Environments

Creator:: Bland, Rebecca N.
Abstract:: Listeria monocytogenes is a foodborne pathogen frequently associated with food processing environments. Its presence is particularly concerning in facilities handling minimally processed and ready-to-eat foods. Recent outbreaks associated with fresh produce, such as packaged salads and mushrooms, highlight the need to better understand and control these pathogens in environments that...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Kovacevic and Joy Waite-Cusic. Thank you for placing value on what we learn first, only to be followed by

Rheological Techniques in Characterization and Aiding in the Modification of Soft Matter

Creator:: Daalkhaijav, Uranbileg
Abstract:: Soft matter encapsulates a large array of materials ranging from electronics, plastics, and cosmetics to the biofluids making up all organisms. One of the most important properties of these materials that dictate their functionality is their rheology, which is the flow and deformation behavior in response to stress. The focus...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: members of my thesis committee, Professor Joseph McGuire, Professor Joy Waite-Cusic, Professor Dipankar

Inactivation of Clostridium perfringens in Meat Products

Creator:: Alnoman, Maryam M.
Abstract:: Clostridium perfringens type A strains are one of the main causative agents of gastrointestinal (GI) diseases in human and can cause both food poisoning (FP) and non-food-borne (NFB) diseases. Several factors contribute to the pathogenesis of C. perfringens type A strains including the wide presence of C. perfringens spores with...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Waite- Cusic and Dr. Jean Hall, for their guidance, support and encouragement. My sincere thanks

Low-temperature depuration and low-temperature high hydrostatic pressure processing as post-harvest interventions for diminishing Vibrio parahaemolyticus contamination in oysters

Creator:: Phuvasate, Sureerat
Abstract:: Vibrio parahaemolyticus is a leading cause of acute gastroenteritis associated with consumption of seafood, particularly raw oysters. The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimated that 45,000 cases of V. parahaemolyticus infection occur each year in the U.S. A recent CDC report revealed that the incidence of...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: committee members: Dr. Mahfuzur Sarker, Dr. Claudia Häse, Dr. Joy Waite-Cusic, Dr. Mary Cluskey and Dr

Cleaning and Sanitizing Surfaces on Produce Farms: Optimizing What, How, and When

Creator:: Ohman, Erik
Abstract:: Production of fresh produce takes place outdoors, and therefore, is exposed to many routes of contamination (e.g., soil, contaminated water, manure, etc.) by human pathogens. Although precautions are taken to reduce this risk, pathogens can be regularly introduced to produce handling facilities. To manage the risk of cross-contamination from potentially...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: through this degree was integral to my success. Secondly, thank you to Dr. Joy Waite-Cusic for the

Development of a High Throughput Method for Screening of Clean-Label Mold Inhibitors in Cheddar Cheese

Creator:: Kornberg, Kaitlyn R.
Abstract:: Mold growth on cheddar-style cheese, though not a food safety issue, causes significant loss to the industry due to consumer rejection. For this reason, it is common for at-risk products, such as cheese shreds, to be coated with the mold inhibitor natamycin. While highly effective at extending shelf-life, preferences for...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: is fortunate to have you at the forefront of its leadership. Thank you, Dr. Joy Waite-Cusic for

Prevalence of Volatile Phenols in Kombucha and Evaluation of Factors that Influence their Formation

Creator:: Navarro, Roxana
Abstract:: Kombucha is a traditional fermented beverage that has become increasingly popular in the United States due to its perceived health benefits and unique flavor profiles. The drivers of kombucha flavor have not been fully characterized, at least in part because it is produced using a complex microbial community, leading to...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: and interpretation of this data. Dr Joy Waite-Cusic for all her support both academically and

Production of biohydrodeoxygenated diesel in a novel microscale reactor : Experiments and modeling

Creator:: Atadana, Frederick Williams
Abstract:: Microscale reactors operate in sub millimeter space dimensions. Their small length scale enables process intensification of mass, heat and momentum transport that influence reaction rates. Hence it's possible to observe the true intrinsic reaction kinetics occurring for a set of reactions. In this work a novel microscale reactor for producing...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
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Migration of E. coli and solutes to tile drains via preferential and matrix flow

Creator:: Moreno, Daniel
Abstract:: The extent of agricultural drainage has created concern for its potential undesirable effects on surface water quality. Land applications of liquid manure on tile drain fields have the potential to transport solutes and bacteria to the drains following precipitation or irrigation events and many times are directly sent to a...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Master of Science in Soil Science presented on March 21, 2002. Tittle: Migration of E. co/i and Solutes

Novel Experimental Designs and Mathematical Models to Study Fecal Indicator Bacteria Persistence in Surface Water

Creator:: Brooks, Lauren
Abstract:: High counts of fecal indicators, used to signal the potential presence of pathogens associated with untreated waste, result in the classification of water bodies throughout the United States as impaired. Nonpoint sources of unknown origin that contribute to fecal contamination make management of impaired waters challenging, as they are difficult...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: differences between the decay curves of E. coli and all but one genetic marker. The differences across

A Promising Approach for Preventing of Diet-Induced Obesity and Fatty Liver Using Tetrahydroxanthohumol, A Synthetic Derivative of Xanthohumol

Creator:: Zhang, Yang
Abstract:: Obesity and metabolic syndrome (MetS) affect over 1.9 billion adults and 12.7 million youth in the US. If all of today’s obese American youth become obese adults, the total societal costs over their lifetime may exceed $1.1 trillion. We show that feeding rodents a high-fat diet supplemented with xanthohumol (XN)...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . To the rest of my committee, Drs. Thomas Sharpton, Fred Stevens, Charlotte Wickham, and Joy Waite

U(VI) transport in subsurface materials: is two-site, one-species modeling sufficient?

Creator:: Harrington, Stephanie J.
Abstract:: Uranium adsorption to Hanford sediment was studied for various pH, total inorganic carbon concentrations, and total U(VI) concentrations. Both batch and transport studies were done in an attempt to understand the adsorptive trend of U(VI) on Hanford sediment, and the changes in adsorption as both pH and total inorganic carbon...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: conditions, a two-site, two-species surface complexation model described by Waite et al. (1994) was used in

A comparison of selected analyses for estimating environmental variation in early generations and advanced lines of wheat (Triticum aestivum L. em thell)

Creator:: Khan, Noor-ul Islam
Abstract:: This investigation was motivated by the introduction of the new nearest neighbour analyses which reportedly provided a better control of soil gradients than conventional experimental methods. Three nearest neighbour analyses and six other analyses were compared with the completely randomized design or the randomized complete block design in reducing the...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: : Redacted for Privacy- Warren E. KrOnstad This investigation was motivated by the introduction of the new

Seasonal cattle and sheep diets on Festuca arundinacea-Trifolium subterraneum and Lolium perenne-Trifolium subterraneum pastures in western Oregon

Creator:: Bedell, Thomas E.
Abstract:: Sheep and cattle dietary preferences were determined on tall fescue-subclover ( Festuca arundinacea-Trifolium subterraneum) and perennial ryegrass-subclover (Lolium perenne-Trifoliuni subterraneum) pastures in western Oregon during the spring and summer periods of 1964 and 1965. Esophageal-fistulated Willamette ewes and Hereford and Hereford-Angus yearling cattle were grazed separately on each pasture mixture...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Dr. C. E. Poulton, Dr. W. S McGuire, Dr. J. E. Oldfield and Dr. A. T. Ralston is gratefully

Heat Flow from a Vapor-Dominated Sublacustrine Vent Field Beneath Yellowstone Lake

Creator:: Favorito, Julia E.
Abstract:: Portions of Yellowstone Lake sit on top of a vigorous but not well understood hydrothermal system situated in a region of intense geologic and environmental forcings. A heat flow study conducted over the Stevenson Island Vent Field (SIVF), a vent field at the bottom of Yellowstone Lake underlain by an...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: OF THE THESIS OF Julia E. Favorito for the degree of Master of Science in Ocean, Earth, and

Interpreting a weird and scenic landscape to park visitors : tectonic and volcanic processes of Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve, Idaho

Creator:: Truitt, Kimberly E.
Abstract:: This thesis develops a geology training manual for the Interpretation staff of Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve (CRMO) in southern Idaho. The manual will help the staff convey geologic principles to park visitors who are experiencing a landscape formed by volcanic processes. Basic geology and the most...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: THESIS OF Kimberly E. Truitt for the degree of Master of Science in Geology presented on June 1

Greater Sage-Grouse (Centrocercus urophasianus) Demographic Rates and Predator Communities in a Degraded Landscape in Modoc County, California

Creator:: Sink, Chelsea E.
Abstract:: The greater sage-grouse (Centrocercus urophasianus: hereafter; sage-grouse) population in Modoc County California is geographically isolated and has been subsidized by translocation to prevent inbreeding depression since 2005. Despite significant efforts to increase the population through translocations and habitat improvement by cutting encroaching western juniper (Juniperus occidentalis), only a single lek...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Chelsea E. Sink

A study of the germination and growth of pollen in artificial cultures

Creator:: Moinat, Arthur David
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
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A study of pollination and fertilization in the filbert (Corylus avellana)

Creator:: Rimoldi, Frank J.
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: possible the opportunity for this investigation, and to Dr. E. M. Harvey, who, although usually pressed

A survey of internal parasites of poultry and game birds in Oregon

Creator:: Morgan, Banner Bill, 1915-1950
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: ooiieistod o the autopsy of 458 birda; 26L. of the total wore ohiokeìs and turies viui10 193 e game birds

Advancing the Understanding and Representation of Ecohydrological Processes using Tracer-enabled Modeling Approaches

Creator:: Finkenbiner, Catherine E.
Abstract:: Climate change impacts everyone’s food and water security. Increasing global temperatures accelerate the hydrologic cycle and consequently impact the water resources for billions of people worldwide. Countless models have been developed to represent various components of the hydrologic cycle at various spatial and temporal scales. These are often validated against...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: made over the years, especially Joseph Arneson, Kyla Semmendinger, Austin Raney, Emily Crampe, Mariah

Combining Disparate Data Sources with Ecosystem and Integrated Models: Case Studies for Improving Management of Protected Species

Creator:: Chasco, Brandon E.
Abstract:: Globally, the number of threatened species is increasing and conserving them is a high priority to the scientific community. Assessing the status of these protected species is challenging due to missing, contested, and or contradictory data streams. Integrated models (IMs) provide a statistical framework for combining disparate data sources to...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: (s,t), c; pi(s,t), d; ps(s,t), e; and pw(s,t), f) used to estimate redd abundance for the sample

Structural Variations of Headwater Stream Food Webs Along Geophysical Gradients at the HJ Andrews Experimental Forest

Creator:: Zatkos, Lauren E.
Abstract:: The structure of food webs and how they relate to community stability has been an important debate in ecology. Specifically, predictability of web shape and how it influenced by surrounding landscapes is one of the main goals of such discussions. Headwater streams provide a study template that is of interest...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Lauren E. Zatkos for

A Computational Framework for Resilience-Informed Design

Creator:: Hulse, Daniel E.
Abstract:: It is desirable for complex engineered systems to perform missions efficiently and economically, even when these missions' complex, variable, long-term operational profiles make it likely for hazards to arise. It is thus important to design these systems to be resilient so that they will actively prevent and recover from hazards...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Conversion of a model DBS Loran indicator to a fixed time-base oscilloscope

Creator:: Trolan, J. Kenneth
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: NON-SIN1SOIDAL PJRIO1)IC IAVEb . . . . . . 3 DIFFERENTIATING AND ThITEGRATING CIRCIJITS . e . . 5

Autonomous helicopter systems: design and implementation solutions

Creator:: Nguyen, John
Abstract:: Creating intelligent robotics is at the cutting edge of technology. Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) are of particular interest for surveillance applications. UAVs have the potential to provide quick and cheap aerial data that would be difficult to obtain by conventional means. UAVs also have the ability to navigate without being...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Abstract Approved: ___________________________________________________ Mario E. Magaña Creating

Relation of moisture content and various storage methods to grade and quality of mature western Oregon corn and a comparison of Oregon and mid-western corn

Creator:: Warren, Rex
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: pounds for silage. Waite(63) by experimental feeding 0±' kiln dried crack- ed corn observed that it

A comparative analysis of childless women with low birth expectations

Creator:: Hunt, Shirley Jeanne Persons
Abstract:: In response to the growing preference for the small family, this study was carried cut to acquire information about women who expect zero, one, or two children. The purposes of the study were: to identify the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of these women; and to determine which of these characteristics...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Expectations Abstract approved: Redacted for Privacy Arthur E. Gravatt In response to the growing preference

Addressing Persistent Challenges in Nanotoxicology Exposures : Techniques for in situ Characterization

Creator:: Crandon, Lauren E.
Abstract:: Nanoparticles (NPs), defined by their size (1-100 nm), are increasingly incorporated into commercial and industrial products due to their high surface area and unique properties. They can be designed for specific applications by manipulating composition, size, shape, and surface functionalization. As NP production and complexity increases, there is a need...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE DISSERTATION OF Lauren E. Crandon for the

Effects of Aquatic Resource Subsidies on the Ecology of Terrestrial Top Predators

Creator:: Eriksson, Charlotte E.
Abstract:: Energetic resources transferred between distinct habitats or ecosystems, referred to as allochthonous resources, can greatly subsidize consumers in the recipient habitat, and thus influence food web structure and dynamics. Such subsidies may allow the growth of the consumer population to be decoupled from in situ productivity with effects on consumer...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: E Eriksson for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Wildlife Science presented on June 3, 2022

Land surface energy balance and surface soil moisture variation in HAPEX-MOBILHY

Creator:: Nichols, William E.
Abstract:: The HAPEX-MOBILHY regional experiment provided an significant opportunity to analyze the partition of energy and distribution of water over land surfaces. The combination of remotely sensed data and ground instrument networks over the large-scale in situ experiment allowed investigation of spatial and temporal variation of such hydrologic parameters as the...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: variation in HAPEX-MOBILHY AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF William E. Nichols for the degree of Master of

The effect of storage atmosphere on the subsequent hatching performance of Coturnix quail, turkey and chicken eggs

Creator:: Pautz, Roland K.
Abstract:: A series of trials involving Coturnix quail, turkey and chicken eggs was conducted to determine the effects on hatching performance of varying amounts of oxygen and carbon dioxide during storage in plastic bags filled with nitrogen or air. Storage periods of 6 and 13 days were studied in tests involving...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: PERFORMANCE OF COTURNIX QUAIL, TURKEY AND CHICKEN EGGS Abstract approved: (Signature) Paul E. Bernier

Anaerobic Co-Digestion of Municipal Sludge and Fats, Oils, and Greases: Effects on Digester Performance and Microbial Community Dynamics

Creator:: Berninghaus, Ashley E.
Abstract:: The natural production of methane via anaerobic digestion (AD) is facilitated by a complex community of microorganisms, primarily bacteria and archaea, referred to as the AD microbiome. AD is growing in prominence as a solution to the disposal of food waste, sewage sludge, and the organic fraction of municipal solid...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

The fertilizer value of shrimp and crab processing wastes

Creator:: Costa, Robert Edward
Abstract:: The Federal Water Pollution Control Act Amendments of 1972 prohibits the discharge of seafood processing solid wastes into navigable waters after July 1, 1977. Oregon shrimp and crab processors must use other methods of disposal for the 15 to 30 million pounds of solid waste generated annually. The application of...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Privacy Redacted for Privacy ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Sincere appreciation is expressed to Dr. E. Hugh

Single rod wetting with simulated fuel-cladding gap

Creator:: Gaines, Stephen Frank
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: approved: Redacted for Privacy Richard E. Collingha h.D. This thesis presents the results of falling

Theory and Practice in Eighteenth-Century British Medicine: "Regimental Practice" by John Buchanan, M.D.

Creator:: Kopperman, Paul E.
Abstract:: In 1746, Dr John Buchanan, a recently retired medical officer in the British Army, produced a manuscript, 'Regimental Practice, or a Short History of Diseases common to His Majesties own Royal Regiment of Horse Guards when abroad (Commonly called the Blews).' Revised almost until the time of Buchanan's death in...
Resource Type:: Book
Full Text:: Paul E. Kopperman, Ph.D. Professor of History Oregon State University CONTENTS Preface Page i

Emergent Properties of Animal Social Networks: Five Stories in Five Systems

Creator:: Devan-Song, E. Anne
Abstract:: Animals aggregate and interact in nonuniform and nonrandom patterns, which lead to group level characteristics that have important evolutionary and ecological consequences. Network analysis provides a useful conceptual framework for linking animal interactions at all scales from dyads to communities, to populations and ecosystems. Despite exciting theoretical and applied advances...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: DISSERTATION OF E. Anne Devan-Song for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Integrative Biology

A climatology for prescribed fire in the southeastern United States

Creator:: Lamb, Robert Clay
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
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Performance and optimum design analysis/ computation for propeller type wind turbines

Creator:: Walker, Stel Nathan
Abstract:: Development of a performance analysis for propeller type wind turbines is presented. The analysis uses a strip theory approach that includes tip-loss and blade interference. A comparison is presented between analysis and test data. The comparison indicates that the analysis predicts wind turbine performance to an accuracy that is within...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: OPTIMUM DESIGN ANALYSIS! COMPUTATION FOR OPELLER TYPE WIND TURBINES Abstract approved by: Ro!ert E

Effects of cork oak (Quercus suber L.) canopy cover on seasonal herbage production, foliar cover, and nutritive quality in the Mamora National Forest of Morocco

Creator:: Ibnattya, Abdelhai Andaloussi
Abstract:: This research was conducted in the Mamora National Forest of Morocco to: (1) Evaluate the effect of cork oak (Quercus suber L.) crown cover on seasonal herbage production, nutritive quality, and foliar cover on two distinctive sites in each of two years (1982, 1983) and to (2) assess the effects...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: of Morocco Abstract approved: Redacted for privacy' F Thomas E. Bedell This research was conducted

How women negotiate family responsibilities and personal health

Creator:: Ourada, Verna E. Zehner
Abstract:: Women’s health affects women and society as a whole. In addition to paid employment, women provide unpaid labor as they care for their families, their homes, and ailing relatives. Only by staying healthy can women provide care to their families. Using a feminist perspective, this study examined how women manage...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT THESIS OF Verna E. Zehner Ourada for the degree of Master of Science in Human

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