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SNP-Based Differentiation of Phytophthora infestans Clonal Lineages Using Locked Nucleic Acid Probes and High-Resolution Melt Analysis

Creator:: Hansen, Zachariah R., Knaus, Brian J., Tabima, Javier F., Press, Caroline M., Judelson, Howard S., Grünwald, Niklaus J., and Smart, Christine D.
Abstract:: Phytophthora infestans, the cause of the devastating late blight disease of potato and tomato, exhibits a clonal reproductive lifestyle in North America. Phenotypes such as fungicide sensitivity and host preference are conserved among individuals within clonal lineages, while substantial phenotypic differences can exist between lineages. Whole P. infestans genomes were...
Resource Type:: Article
Full Text:: Zachariah R. Hansen, Plant Pathology and Plant-Microbe Biology Section, School of Integrative Plant Science

Segmenting single-family homebuilders on a measure of innovativeness

Creator:: Fell, David R.
Abstract:: The goal of this study is to provide a better understanding of new product adoption by single family homebuilders. Information from this study will be useful to producers of new and existing engineered wood products in targeting their market development efforts. Homebuilders are studied with the goal of segmenting them...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: OF David R. Fell for the degree of Master of Science in Forest Products presented on October 5

Inter-test Comparison of Three Preschool Language Tests : SICD, PLS, a d PPVT R

Creator:: Hansen, Laura S.
Abstract:: Thirty preschoolers were tested for language skills using the Preschool Language Scale (PLS), Peabody Picture Vocabulary Test-Revised (PPVT-R) Form L, and Sequenced Inventory of Communication Development (SICD). Each child's age scores on one test were compared to his/her scores on the other two tests. As a group, the children achieved...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : SICD, PLS, and PPVT-R AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Laura S. Hansen for the degree of Master of Arts

The infection and colonization of Douglas-fir needles by the Swiss needle cast pathogen, Phaeocryptopus gaeumannii (Rhode) Petrak

Creator:: Capitano, Bryan R.
Abstract:: Phaeocryptopus gaeumannii is a pathogenic fungus on Douglas-fir needles which has become a serious threat to timber production in the last decade along the Oregon coast This research was undertaken to describe the general biology and pathology of F. gaeumannii on Douglas-fir needles and how environmental variables affect fungal development....
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Bryan R. Capitano for the degree

Using quality function deployment to achieve a market orientation : an application with wood products companies

Creator:: Wagner, Ernesto R.
Abstract:: This document presents a new method for improving the market orientation of companies. In that regard, I developed a new Quality Function Deployment application (QFD), which compares customer needs with company competitive advantages, in order to determine those advantages that best satisfy customer wants and needs. The methodology was applied...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Roadblocks, Hurdles, and Glass Ceilings: The Female Executive Perspective

Creator:: Conroy, Kendall and Hansen, Eric
Abstract:: The North American forest sector is well-known for its lack of diversity. In most operations, middle-aged white males are the majority of employees. Given this setting, we investigate the experiences of female executives working in North American forest sector firms. We take a qualitative approach with in-person and Skype interviews...
Resource Type:: Poster
Full Text:: -Author: Eric Hansen Oregon State University Abstract The North American forest sector is well-known

Physical and biochemical changes in pears during storage and ripening

Creator:: Date, Waman Bhaskar
Abstract:: A study has been made of the interrelations between certain of the physical and biochemical changes in three varieties of pears during storage and ripening. The metabolic changes which occurred in the fruit during cold temperature storage were found to influence with development of certain characteristics associated with dessert quality...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: ^RT The author wishes to express his sincere appreciation to Dr. Elmer Hansen, Horticulturist

Organizational climate and innovativeness in the forest products industry

Creator:: Crespell, Pablo Javier, 1968-
Abstract:: There has been an increasing realization of the value of innovativeness, the orientation toward innovation, for firms thriving to gain competitive edge. The US forest products industry is no different in this respect and many companies have active initiatives to bring about creativity from their own employees. At the same...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . Abstract approved: Eric N. Hansen There has been an increasing realization of the value of

An analysis of consumer response to environmentally certified, ecolabeled forest products

Creator:: Anderson, Roy Carl
Abstract:: Historically, researchers have used surveys, focus groups, and anecdotal evidence to evaluate consumer response to environmentally certified, ecolabeled forest products. These methods generally measure consumer attitudes toward certified forest products. Since the strength of the correlation between attitudes and behavior has long been questioned, consumer response to certified forest products...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . Hansen Historically, researchers have used surveys, focus groups, and anecdotal evidence to evaluate

Analysis of the impact of certification on cocoa production in Peru through a literature review

Creator:: Chiroque Chiroque, Junior A.
Abstract:: The Peruvian cocoa sector has been growing quickly since the beginning of this century due to international demand for this commodity together with concentrated international cooperation, including NGOs and governmental agencies. Similarly, certification among cocoa producers has been growing quickly. Little is known regarding how certification impacts environmental and socioeconomic...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: Laroche, K., Jimenez, R., & Nelson, V. 2012 Natural Resources Institute. University of Greenwich

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SNP-Based Differentiation of Phytophthora infestans Clonal Lineages Using Locked Nucleic Acid Probes and High-Resolution Melt Analysis

Segmenting single-family homebuilders on a measure of innovativeness

Inter-test Comparison of Three Preschool Language Tests : SICD, PLS, a d PPVT R

The infection and colonization of Douglas-fir needles by the Swiss needle cast pathogen, Phaeocryptopus gaeumannii (Rhode) Petrak

Using quality function deployment to achieve a market orientation : an application with wood products companies

Roadblocks, Hurdles, and Glass Ceilings: The Female Executive Perspective

Physical and biochemical changes in pears during storage and ripening

Organizational climate and innovativeness in the forest products industry

An analysis of consumer response to environmentally certified, ecolabeled forest products

Analysis of the impact of certification on cocoa production in Peru through a literature review

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