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Resilience in Quaking Aspen: Recent advances and future needs

Creator:: Rogers, Paul C., Eisenberg, Cristina, and St. Clair, Samuel B.
Abstract:: Quaking aspen (Populus tremuloides) sustainability is a topic of intense interest in forest ecology. Reports range from declines to persisting or increasing coverage in some areas. Moreover, there is little agreement on ultimate factors driving changes. Low aspen recruitment has been attributed to climate patterns, past management, herbivore increases, competitive...
Resource Type:: Article
Full Text:: -270-5153 15 email: Cristina.eisenberg@oregonstate.edu 16 17 Samuel B. St. Clair 18 Department

Heats of immersion and swelling of quaternary ammonium complexes of montmorillonites

Creator:: St. Clair, Akos Dominic
Abstract:: Heats of immersion were obtained for four different organophilic clay complexes in a series of normal alcohol-heptane mixtures with alcohols of increasing chain length. The immersion calorimeter employed was the Dewar type with a sensitivity of approximately 5 x 10⁻⁵°C. Gel volumes were determined for two of the clay complexes...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Complexes of Montmorillonites AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF AKOS DOMINIC ST. CLAIR for the M. S. (Name

Designing An Effective Approach to Science Teacher Educator Professional Development : Lessons from the Science Education Faculty Academy

Creator:: St. Clair, Tyler L.
Abstract:: This dissertation consists of a set of three manuscripts exploring features of effective professional development (PD) for science teacher educators. Literature about context-specific PD for science teacher educators is sparse. The first manuscript, a literature review, outlines theoretical lenses through which PD can be understood, the features of effective PD,...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: OF Tyler L. St. Clair for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Science Education presented on

The journey of developing multicultural competence : A phenomenological exploration of lived experience in student affairs professionals

Creator:: St. Clair, Serena Erskine
Abstract:: Prior research has noted the changing demographics of higher education since the Civil Rights Movement and the expanded need for multicultural education. Armando Hernandez Morales (2003) wrote that, “A multiculturally competent person is aware of and knowledgeable about cultural differences, their own cultural identity, and the history and contemporary struggles...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE DISSERTATION OF Serena Ota St. Clair for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy

Boys' intramural sports programs in the first class high school districts of Oregon

Creator:: Dungan, Robert Maurice
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: ACK1OWI2DGEINT The writer wishes to express his appreciation to Doctor Clair V. Langton for his constructive

The school as an aid in the control and prevention of tuberculosis

Creator:: Carr, James Anthony
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: encoui'agement extended by Doctor Clair V. Langton in the selection of the thesis subject is appre- dated. His

Douglas-fir Seedlings in the Pacific Northwest: The Genetics of Drought Adaptation

Creator:: Celer, Erda
Abstract:: Douglas-fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) is a widely distributed, ecologically important, and commercially valuable tree species in North America. However, climate change is expected to adversely impact Douglas-fir trees, and assisted migration may become necessary to lessen the effects of climate change. Because drought stress is one of the projected effects of...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: kindness, and Dr. Brad St. Clair and Dr. Matthew Powers for their encouragement. Many others have

Motivations for reverse transfer at Rogue Community College

Creator:: King, Aurora N.
Abstract:: As reverse transfer students become a larger part of community college enrollments, it is important to better understand the underlying causes of this nontraditional population’s emergence in the traditional community college system. This quantitative descriptive study found that approximately nine percent of the student body enrolled at Rogue Community College...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Reese, Theme Grenz, and Dr. Serena Ota-St. Clair for their kindness, positive reinforcement

Samuel H. Graf letters (1903-1920)

Creator:: Graf, Samuel Herman, 1887-, Bell, Chris, and Dockendorf, Laurie
Abstract:: During the early fall of 1998, I made contact with Therese Graf Tanalski when I was searching for family members of deceased Hall of Fame members. Therese grew up in Corvallis, attended OSU, and married a 1944 CE graduate, Theodore T. Tanalski. During my conversations and correspondence with Mrs. Tanalski...
Resource Type:: Other

Hooley (accomplishments)

Creator:: Hooley, Darlene
Abstract:: Folder includes a list of accomplishments from 1997 to about 2001.
Resource Type:: Other
Full Text:: . Louis, MO, Metrolink St. Clair Extension 3,368,422 Washington, D.C./MD, Largo Extension 60,000,000

The deposition and storage of hepatic lipids in the frog Ascaphus truei (Stejneger) : an electron microscopic histochemical and chromatographic study

Creator:: Belton, John Clair
Abstract:: Electron microscopic, histochemical and thin-layer chromatographic techniques have been used to study some cytological changes associated with seasonal lipid deposition in the liver of Ascaphus. Histochemical and chromatographic information has shown that unsaturated triglycerides occur in great quantities in the liver of pre-ovulatory females and may serve as a solvent...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: OF THE THESIS OF John Clair Belton for the Ph. D. in Zoology (Name) (Degree) (Major) Date thesis

A histological study of the digestive system of Ascaphus truei (Stejneger)

Creator:: Belton, John Clair
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: landular areas where it forms the stroma between secretory colle. B. Tongue The sides and lower

Effect of glycosylated vitamin B-6 intake on the excretion of vitamin B-6 in women

Creator:: Chen, Wen-shan Chou, 1964-
Abstract:: The effect of dietary glycosylated vitamin B-6 on the bioavailability of vitamin B-6 was determined in 4 women. A 44-d metabolic-balance diet study was divided into a preliminary 8-d adjustment period followed by two 18-d experimental periods. The subjects were divided into two groups in a crossover design to compare...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Glycosylated Vitamin B-6 Intake on the Excretion of Vitamin B-6 in Women Abstract approved: Dr

Effect of Focus of Attention on Rate of Torque Development in the Knee Extensors

Creator:: Kiff, Adam B.
Abstract:: Background: The ability to produce rapid muscle force and joint torque is important for performance in sports, injury prevention and rehabilitation, and balance recovery. One way to measure rapid torque production is rate of torque development (RTD), which is the slope of the torque-time curve. Interventions aimed at increasing RTD...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Sci. 1992;82(3):321-327. doi:10.1042/cs0820321. 27. Cronin B, Johnson ST, Chang E, Pollard CD

An empirical model for the diffusion of large organic molecules in and from a polymer matrix above its glass transition temperature : the Vapona-PVC system

Creator:: Lindstrom, F. T., St. Clair, Akos Dominic, Wicks, Charles E., and Oregon State University. Agricultural Experiment Station
Abstract:: A non-linear, parabolic type, mathematical model is presented, simulating the movement of an organophosphate insecticide, Vapona, in plasticized polyvinyl chloride (PVC). The molecular transport of diffusant in the polymer matrix and its subsequent desorption from the surface have been characterized in terms of the integral rate coefficient for diffusion and...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: - dicted from calculations on the mathematical model. AUTHORS: F. T. Lindstrom and A. D. St. Clair

Genetic variation in adaptive traits and seed transfer zones for Pseudoroegneria spicata (bluebunch wheatgrass) in the northwestern United States

Creator:: St. Clair, John Bradley, Kilkenny, Francis F., Johnson, Richard C., Shaw, Nancy L., and Weaver, George
Abstract:: A genecological approach was used to explore genetic variation in adaptive traits in Pseudoroegneria spicata, a key restoration grass, in the intermountain western United States. Common garden experiments were established at three contrasting sites with seedlings from two maternal parents from each of 114 populations along with five commercial releases...
Resource Type:: Article
Full Text:: (bluebunch wheatgrass) in the northwestern United States John Bradley St. Clair,1 Francis F. Kilkenny,1

The effect of theological education on philosophy of human nature among Nazarene Sunday school teachers

Creator:: Budd, Clair Allen, 1953-
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of theological education on philosophy of human nature among Sunday school teachers in the Church of the Nazarene. Research materials consisted of Wrightsman's Philosophy of Human Nature scale and a demographic questionnaire constructed by the researcher. These materials were mailed...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: nature among Nazarene Sunday school teachers AN ABSTRACTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Clair Allen Budd for the

A study of pansy and other viola leaf spot diseases

Creator:: Calavan, Edmond Clair, 1913-
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: STUDY OF PAY AND OTHER VIOLA LEAF SPOT DISEASES by EDMOID CLAIR CALA VAN A ThEIS submitted to

The relationship of selected academic factors to the persistence of general educational development (GED) recipients enrolled in community colleges : an Oregon study

Creator:: Sanders, Karen M.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to better understand the relationship between selected academic factors and the persistence of GED recipients in community colleges in the state of Oregon. With this purpose in mind, the study addressed the following research question: Is there a relationship between selected academic variables and...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Study Abstract approved: Dr. Samuel Stern The purpose of this study was to better

A comparison of two different balance programs

Creator:: Eisenhard, Jordyn
Abstract:: There is limited knowledge regarding differential training as it relates to balance. The purpose of this study was to compare the performance and retention of a differential training balance program and a traditional balance program. Thirty-three Division I soccer athletes volunteered to participate and 29 completed the study. Participants were...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: approved: ___________________________________________________________________________ Samuel T

Emotion regulation and hyperactivity during the transition into adolescence

Creator:: Lewis, Kendra M.
Abstract:: This study posited that maturational growth in emotion regulation should be associated with reduction in hyperactivity during the transition into adolescence. The longitudinal design assessed emotion regulation and hyperactivity in an urban community sample of children in three waves, at ages 10.6, 11.6, and 12.6 years. A parallel growth curve...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Samuel Vuchinich This study posited that maturational growth in emotion regulation should be

Let’s talk about seagrasses! A front-end evaluation to improve messaging strategies for seagrass conservation in Indian River Lagoon visitor centers

Creator:: Durham Shea, Amy
Abstract:: In the most recent decades, there has been extensive loss of seagrasses within the Indian River Lagoon estuary on the eastern coast of Florida. This decline poses a significant threat to the ecological function of the ecosystem, as well as to the social and economic wellbeing of the surrounding communities....
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: , bordering Volusia, Brevard, Indian River, St. Lucie, and Martin counties. Over 4,000 species of plants and

Self-care training for school age children : an impact study of parenting and employment

Creator:: Palmer, Diane J.
Abstract:: An increasing number of children care for themselves (self-care) while their parents are employed outside the home. A literature review suggested a connection between child care concerns and employed parents' increased stress, role overload, and lower productivity. This study evaluated the impact of an educational training program for families with...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: ) the age and maturity of their children, (b) the safety of their home and neighborhood, (c

Drinking Water and PFAS: Learning from Minnesota's 3M PFAS Settlement

Creator:: Bahr, Cody S.
Abstract:: Growing concern regarding the health effects of PFAS exposure through drinking water remains an issue at the forefront of many regulatory hurdles. Current data suggests that PFAS can be the cause of many negative health effects including changes in birth weight, thyroid disease, decreased fertility, and some forms of cancer....
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: to quell Class B (alcohol and gasoline) fires, coatings for cable and wiring that insulate and

Managing natural resource sustainability alternatives on a former military base : a case study of the United States Army’s Camp Bonneville, Clark County, WA

Creator:: Burgi, Gabriel
Abstract:: This paper will focus on the “possible economic, environmental and other effects” as they relate to one former military base (BRAC, 2013). With a focus on natural resource sustainability and stakeholder engagement, the research and findings within this paper will answer the question: How can understanding the process of military...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: thank my major professor, Dr. Samuel Chan for providing the guidance and insight necessary to complete

Aquatic pesticide best management practices and relational database for the protection of NOAA trust species

Creator:: Gianou, Kelsey, Lam, Jennifer, Emanuel, Robert, Jepson, Paul, and Chan, Sam
Abstract:: Pesticides are widely used to control undesirable pests and may be applied directly to water or lands directly adjacent to water. There can be unintended consequences, however, to native, threatened, and endangered species. There is little information on the impacts of aquatic pesticides and best management practices (BMPs) to NOAA...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: Acknowledgements I would like to thank my major professor, Dr. Samuel Chan, for giving me guidance and freedom

"I'm the best of both worlds" : factors influencing the racial identities of biracial youth

Creator:: Mouzong, Christine LeAnn
Abstract:: This study examined the social and contextual factors that lead to differences in the way biracial adolescents interpret their racial identity. Using 11 interviews with a sample of biracial youth between the ages of 14 and 17-years-old, this study also explores the strategies these individuals use to achieve social validation...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Racial Identities of Biracial Youth Abstract approved Samuel Vuchinich This study examined

A Christian Philosophy of History: St. Augustine and The City of God

Creator:: Brydone-Jack, Ashley M.
Abstract:: St. Augustine was an influential member of the early Christian Church, establishing many doctrines of the Christian faith. One of his most significant contributions to Christianity was a Christian philosophy of history. Augustine defined the purpose of history as God providing salvation to humanity after the fall of Adam. This...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Gary B. Ferngren St. Augustine was an influential member of the

Driving Towards Independence : Total Dosage and Daily Usage of a Progressive Modified Ride-On Car Intervention for Young Children with Down Syndrome

Creator:: Hospodar, Christina M.
Abstract:: Purpose: Children with Down syndrome (DS) may have limited opportunities to engage in independent mobility at the same age as their typically developing peers due to motor delays. The primary purpose of this study was to examine two activity-oriented outcomes - (1) onset of independent driving, and (2) onset of...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : ______________________________________________________ Samuel W. Logan Purpose: Children with Down syndrome (DS) may have limited opportunities

Evaluation of feedstocks for cellulosic ethanol and bioproducts production in the Northwest

Creator:: Miller, Wesley C. (Wesley Clair)
Abstract:: Cellulosic ethanol production for transportation fuel is one source to help satisfy the increasing worldwide demand for energy and depletion of the fossil fuel supply. Evaluating potential production from plants and waste in Oregon, Washington and Idaho is the purpose of this study. Reed Canary grass, Annual Ryegrass, wheat straw,...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . They are a) common northwest crop materials, b) invasive plants or c) waste product. The waste

A study of the kitchen sink center in relation to home management

Creator:: Mack, Mabel Clair Townes, 1897-
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: • • • • • • 32 3 . Distribution , with Respect to Number of Persons in Ii'arnily , of Families St udied , and

Forest conditions of the Ozark Region of Missouri

Creator:: Record, Samuel J. (Samuel James), 1881-1945
Abstract:: Gerald W. Williams Collection
Resource Type:: Book
Full Text:: 223 St. Francois County 223 St. Genevieve County 224 St. Louis County 224 St. Clair County 224 Shannon

Design properties of Irving-type open-grid bridge flooring

Creator:: Hitsman, Arthur Ellwood
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: 12,480 St 5.67 4.62 13,860 9t 5.98 4.87 14,610 TEST I Specimen 3. - Run A "b" indicates gases

The effect of humidity on the ignition temperatures of some organic materials

Creator:: Bryant, Stanley Leroy
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: !', Wtt8h1ngton Crown Willamette t apeP Oom.pany-. Camas, Wa•h1ngton St. Helen• Pulp &Paper Oom.p-.ny, St

Temperature effects on the mechanical properties of welds in three typical structural steels

Creator:: Marshall, Thomas George
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: 8teols exhibiting id&tical microstructure and chemical composition but of different heats. (b

Organization of a school for training naval machinists

Creator:: Summers, Robert Edward, 1901-
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: A. Descriptive Outline of Course Elements . . . . . . 81 B. Schedule of Theory and Trade Knowledge

Relationship between rate of torque development and contractile impulse in three muscle groups

Creator:: Wright, Jaime M.
Abstract:: Background: The capability of an individual to produce force rapidly is important for performance of sporting activities and to stabilize a joint to protect against injury. Rate of torque development (RTD) and contractile impulse (CI) may be more effective than peak torque in assessing rapid torque production. The relationship between...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Strength Cond Res 29: 545–551, 2015. 7. Cronin B, Johnson ST, Chang E, Pollard CD, Norcross MF. Greater

Comparison of European and American heavy machinery design, manufacturing, and economics influencing licensing agreements

Creator:: Gayer, George Frederick William
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: .57 A Geral Conta B. S]il 2-Cycle ZG gthea C. High Sped. 2-Cycle and Ii.-Ci Xrig1xs 17 D

Repeated stress tests on carbon steels variously heat treated

Creator:: Morris, Homer Blair
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Homer B. orris Juno 1921. I T Appoved: Redacted for privacy f il of the nept. of Leohaios

The radial load rating of anti-friction bearings

Creator:: Anderson, Albert William
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: •••• 43 A. Roller earings ••••••••••••••••••••••••• 43 1. 2 . 3. 4 . 5. 6. B. Ball 1. 2 . 3

Aggregate grading for mechanically compacted concrete pipe

Creator:: Gleeson, George Walter, 1905-
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: B PRELIMINARY PERIMENTS ........ 9-oi B-i The Water-Cement Ratio ........ 9 B-2 Preliminary

Development of flame hardened knives for cutting hogged fuel

Creator:: Peck, Eliot Root
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: the physical properties of R ECOMMENDED HEAT TREATMENT OPERATION TEMP°F CoOL FORGE 2000-2200 St

The present status of the residential heat pump

Creator:: Saul, Adolf Theodore Regis
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: teniperature of as niuch us S degrees may be expected. A suction pressure of 25 psi may b inaintain-d in the

The determination of ignition temperatures of organic materials

Creator:: Adams, Edward Erick
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: , Cernas, Washington St. Helens Pulp & Paper Co, St, Helens, Oregon TABLE OF CONTENTS I

Simplified method of determining the acoustical coefficient of absorption of materials

Creator:: Lind, Edward Raymond
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: tharnbor that would b. neceesary. Therefore, it was decided to use the standing wave method. As hs

Use properties of automotive antifreeze solutions

Creator:: Dennison, Robert Francis
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: ethylene chloride with a solution of an alkali carbonate or bicarbonate under pressure, (b) heating

A device for measuring inflammability limits and flame propagation rates in fuel gases

Creator:: Reinhart, William Arthur
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: inSlarnmability of combus- tibles in air and oxygen under comparable con- ditions. C ombu st ib le Hydrogen

Native fish of the Upper Deschutes: Status and recommended restoration actions

Creator:: Davis, H. Tom, Kunkel, Clair, and Bassett, Russell
Abstract:: This report is intended for citizen advocates. The goal is to provide a concise summary of current issues and problems for native salmonids in the Upper Deschutes and describe the actions needed to resolve those problems. It is based on information from all federal and Oregon agencies involved in the...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: Manager and Co-author Clair Kunkel, Fish Biologist and Co-author Russell Bassett, Production Manager For

Tide-topography coupling on a continental slope

Creator:: Kelly, Samuel M.
Abstract:: Tide-topography coupling is important for understanding surface-tide energy loss, the intermittency of internal tides, and the cascade of internal-tide energy from large to small scales. Although tide-topography coupling has been observed and modeled for 50 years, the identification of surface and internal tides over arbitrary topography has not been standardized....
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE DISSERTATION OF Samuel M. Kelly for the

Analyses of physical sources of variation in estimated genetic growth parameters in beef cattle

Creator:: Sabin, Samuel Waybright
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . I' Alrlandrtll P. 0. dt hcr ead B+ l{. ltalsu al fcl-lon atudrptc f,ar thr{p edvtsop aailctaast

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