Changes In Plant Phenology In The Central United States In Response To Climate Change,
2019
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Changes In Plant Phenology In The Central United States In Response To Climate Change, Sarah Fagras
Department of Environmental Studies: Undergraduate Student Theses
Plant phenophases are highly sensitive to changes in temperature, precipitation, and photoperiod and have recently been identified as an indicator of climate change. Flowering time in particular appears to be sensitive to changes in temperature and plants around the world have already been observed flowering earlier than previously recorded. To determine how plants in the Midwest and Great Plains have reacted to climate change from the 1880s to present, 1,926 plant specimens made up of 10 species were examined to determine their phenophase and date of collection for each specimen was recorded. Analysis of these specimens shows that flowering time …
Age Structures And Growth Patterns Of Aplodinotus Grunniens In The Red River Of The North, Manitoba, Canada,
2019
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Age Structures And Growth Patterns Of Aplodinotus Grunniens In The Red River Of The North, Manitoba, Canada, Kaitlyn Elder
Department of Environmental Studies: Undergraduate Student Theses
A fishery and its components are an integral part of society and contribute not only economically, but also socially and physically to the health and well-being of many countries. There are approximately 12.5 million people who are employed in fishery-related careers, and according to the Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration, there were over 33.1 million people who fished recreationally. To successfully manage a fish population, one must have a well-rounded knowledge about the species and the environment it inhabits. There is very little previous research done on the growth of Aplodinotus grunniens, otherwise known as freshwater drum (FWD), making it …
Proposal To Build A Green Roof On Top Of Hardin Hall On Unl's East Campus,
2019
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Proposal To Build A Green Roof On Top Of Hardin Hall On Unl's East Campus, Abbie Andersen
Department of Environmental Studies: Undergraduate Student Theses
The purpose of this study is to research the feasibility of implementing more green roofs around The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s campuses. To do this investigation a systematic literature review process was used gathering multiple relevant, peer reviewed articles from UNL’s “Encore” search engine. The data was then organized into categories that described the necessary considerations that needed to be made to retrofit green roofs, information on their many benefits, and finally the potential energy cost savings that can be obtained through use of a green roof. From here a proposal for a model green roof on top of UNL’s Hardin …
Comparisons Of Drought Institutions Between The U.S. And Korea,
2019
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Comparisons Of Drought Institutions Between The U.S. And Korea, Sungbyung Chae
Department of Environmental Studies: Undergraduate Student Theses
Drought occurs in basically dry area around the area of less precipitation but it affects all around the world that can occur anywhere there is a deficit of rainfall from expected levels. This happened by the extreme climate event over land lower precipitation over a period of months to years. This could affect agricultural systems around the world, within food, ecologically atmosphere condition and also the habitation food security. From the developing in the modern technology, since the environment of nature is the basic element of living creature, human would be facing the challenging of agriculture, forestry, fisheries and food …
The Impact Of Urbanization And Land-Use Change In Lincoln, Nebraska,
2019
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
The Impact Of Urbanization And Land-Use Change In Lincoln, Nebraska, Andrew Rose
Department of Environmental Studies: Undergraduate Student Theses
This study will take place in Lincoln Nebraska to investigate population density and urban encroachment onto agricultural lands. With urbanization on the rise we will inevitably face land use issues in the future. This research will investigate one strategy on how to build the city of Lincoln while using agriculture as a focal point. Keeping land sparing techniques in mind as we build will be an important component to saving enough land to grow food, shelter, and clothing for a growing population. One important question that will be looked at in this research is how urban expansion has consumed agricultural …
Climate Action Plan Framework For University Of Nebraska-Lincoln,
2019
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Climate Action Plan Framework For University Of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lila Peterson
Department of Environmental Studies: Undergraduate Student Theses
No abstract provided.
Nitrate Contamination And Nitrogen Isotope Compositions In The Bazile Groundwater Management Area - A Water Quality Study. Creighton, Ne,
2019
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Nitrate Contamination And Nitrogen Isotope Compositions In The Bazile Groundwater Management Area - A Water Quality Study. Creighton, Ne, Sydney Corcoran
Department of Environmental Studies: Undergraduate Student Theses
Surface water nitrogen contamination is a pervasive issue in Nebraska, and agricultural practices are the main source of nitrogen input to streams (Spalding and Exner, 1993). Nitrate can come from inorganic fertilizers such as anhydrous ammonia, or animal waste. Studies have been conducted on nitrates dating back to 1947 (Addleman, 1985). The Bazile Groundwater Management Area (BGMA) located in northeast Nebraska has historically had high nitrate contamination. This qualitative study assesses the seasonal sources of nitrogen to stream water. It is predicted that the source of input is from commercial synthetic fertilizers. By using nitrogen- oxygen isotope methods, the source …
Resource Assessment Report Western Rock Lobster Resource Of Western Australia. Addendum 1,
2019
Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, Western Australia
Resource Assessment Report Western Rock Lobster Resource Of Western Australia. Addendum 1, Simon De Lestang, Jason How, Nick Caputi
WA Marine Stewardship Council report series
The West Coast Rock Lobster Fishery was certified under the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) standard in 2000, and was the first fishery in the world to be MSC certified. Since then it has successfully been re-accredited in 2006, 2012 and 2017. This document provides an update on changes to the fishery for annual audits by the MSC certification body and the annual stock assessment update for quota setting of the western rock lobster resource.
Biogeography Of Endemic Dragonflies Of The Ozark-Ouachita Interior Highlands,
2019
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Biogeography Of Endemic Dragonflies Of The Ozark-Ouachita Interior Highlands, Wade Alexander Boys
Graduate Theses and Dissertations
A common pattern across many taxonomic groups is that relatively few species are widespread while the majority are restricted in their geographic ranges. Such species distributions are used to inform conservation status, which poses unique challenges for rare or cryptic species. Further, priority status is often designated within geopolitical boundaries, which may include only a portion of a species range. This, coupled with lack of distributional data, has resulted in species being designated as apparently rare throughout some portions of their range, which may not accurately reflect their overall conservation need. The Interior Highlands region of the central United States …
Amphibian And Reptile Community Responses To Forest And Riparian Disturbance,
2019
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Amphibian And Reptile Community Responses To Forest And Riparian Disturbance, Jacquelyn Christine Guzy
Graduate Theses and Dissertations
Riparian zones are transitional, semi-terrestrial areas regularly influenced by freshwater. These areas serve as dispersal corridors for many animal and plant species and ultimately function as important reservoirs of biodiversity in altered landscapes. While much of the riparian habitat in the United States has been affected by anthropogenic activities, management actions may mitigate potentially negative influences of these activities. For example, Streamside Management Zones (i.e., riparian buffers; SMZs) are commonly implemented within managed forests to protect water quality, but may also provide habitat for riparian-associated wildlife. Yet, little research has rigorously addressed the value of SMZs for wildlife, particularly cryptic …
How Are University's Handling Dining Hall Food Waste-Unl Study,
2019
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
How Are University's Handling Dining Hall Food Waste-Unl Study, Macrae Zappala
Department of Environmental Studies: Undergraduate Student Theses
One of the biggest challenges with the American food system is that 30-40% of our food is wasted every year (EPA, 2018). There are many reasons why food is being wasted around Universities campuses, and there are many ways to divert that wasted material from the landfill. In 2016, a zero-food waste event was held in Harper dining hall, and they found around 70 pounds a night just from a dinner rush. The main objective is aimed to find out how the University of Nebraska Lincoln (UNL) handles their dining hall food waste. This study will look at what Big …
Barriers Influencing The Success Of Green Teams,
2019
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Barriers Influencing The Success Of Green Teams, Jessica Van Buskirk
Department of Environmental Studies: Undergraduate Student Theses
This paper summarizes the barriers Green Teams in a variety of settings may face. A survey was sent to members of a Green Team project at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) to obtain information on barriers faced in order to compare these barriers to other organizations and businesses barriers. This comparison was done by conducting a thematic analysis, which grouped barriers into themes. The themes were compiled and recommendations on how to overcome those barriers were made. Green Teams have many benefits including waste reduction, increased employee satisfaction, and saving the planet from further damage. This study tries to maximize …
Nitrate Accumulation In The Vadose Zone Of Waverly's Wellhead Protection Area,
2019
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Nitrate Accumulation In The Vadose Zone Of Waverly's Wellhead Protection Area, Cleome Mullison
Department of Environmental Studies: Undergraduate Student Theses
Agriculturally intensive areas such as Nebraska are faced with a growing threat: groundwater nitrate pollution caused by years of applying nitrogen based fertilizer. Nitrate pollution can be attributed to several factors such as manure from cattle ranching and wastewater plants, but Nebraska’s main threat is derived from years of leached nitrogen fertilizer. When nitrogen fertilizer is applied it has one of several fates: plant uptake, volatilization, leaching or run-off. When nitrates leach beyond the plant root system, they are unable to be absorbed by the plant and ultimately move slowly towards the regional ground water table. While nitrate accumulation in …
Examining The Effects Of Uv On Latex And Nitrile Glove Degradation,
2019
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Examining The Effects Of Uv On Latex And Nitrile Glove Degradation, Dana Christine Handke
Department of Environmental Studies: Undergraduate Student Theses
Medical gloves, both nitrile and latex, are used as a protective barrier to limit the spread of disease. Gloves are a single use product and their demand is set to increase by 9 to10 percent each year. In 2008, it was estimated that 100 billion gloves were used globally each year (Scott, 2008). This study is exploratory in nature, to determine if Ultra Violet light (UV) exposure can cause an acceleration in the breakdown of latex and nitrile gloves. It was hypothesized that the tensile strength and length to breakage for both glove types, latex and nitrile, would decrease after …
What Are The Prospects For -Omics- Based Molecular Technologies In Cancer Diagnostics And Treatment,
2019
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
What Are The Prospects For -Omics- Based Molecular Technologies In Cancer Diagnostics And Treatment, Katya Eriksen
Department of Environmental Studies: Undergraduate Student Theses
Cancer remains one of the leading causes of death in the United States, following the heart disease. New technologies are needed to fight and eventually to eradicate cancer. Omic technologies is a new emerging field of cancer research that may offer cancer patients long awaited opportunities to get faster, more precise personalized medical care, while letting doctors do their job more effectively. The rapid development of omic technologies and large datasets promise a new type of health care system when the patients can be treated according to their own individualized molecular characteristics.
Student Perception Of Industrial Agriculture: Effects On Migrant Workers And The Environment,
2019
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Student Perception Of Industrial Agriculture: Effects On Migrant Workers And The Environment, Brigitta Bogue, Emma Sorensen
Department of Environmental Studies: Undergraduate Student Theses
Companies such as Tyson Foods and Costco are creating problems through their use of industrial farming practices in Nebraska, such as concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs) and monocropping, to generate profit at the cost of humans and the environment. Those most affected are migrant farmworkers from Mexico. The environment is threatened because CAFOs generate greenhouse gases, and pollute nearby waterways with nitrogen. This paper addresses the following research questions: Are students’ perceptions of industrial agricultural companies, such as Costco and Tyson, positive or negative? Are students aware of these issues? How do these perceptions affect issues of sustainability and environmental …
How Do Non-Formal Environmental Education Experiences Shape Pro-Environmental Behavior,
2019
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
How Do Non-Formal Environmental Education Experiences Shape Pro-Environmental Behavior, Megan Petsch
Department of Environmental Studies: Undergraduate Student Theses
This paper attempts to define what behaviors are, what motivates behavior, and how environmental education programs can shape pro-environmental behavior using three factors: social interaction, program structure, and various teaching methods. Data was gathered using a systematic literature review that looked at the purpose and objectives of the paper, methods used for collecting data such as demographics (age, race, gender, location, etc.), the papers focused areas of research, and results. A thematic analysis was also used to code collected data into the themes. The themes that emerged while analyzing the data include social interactions, program structure, and teaching methods. Results …
Consumer Response To Sustainable Practices Within The Fashion Industry,
2019
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Consumer Response To Sustainable Practices Within The Fashion Industry, Gage Mruz
Department of Environmental Studies: Undergraduate Student Theses
This study was conducted online through an environmental company called Greenstain, a registered LLC who provides environmentally sustainable solutions and plants a tree for every item they sell. The purpose of the study is to analyze consumer response to the eco-friendly apparel and other sustainable solutions offered by Greenstain after educating consumers on the extent to which the fashion industry is impacting the natural environment and the practices they can utilize to reduce these negative impacts. The sample size included any person with access to Google, Facebook, and Instagram. Scientists in the world have reached an overwhelming consensus that climate …
A Comparison Of Modern Power: Environmental Impacts,
2019
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
A Comparison Of Modern Power: Environmental Impacts, Seth Adams
Department of Environmental Studies: Undergraduate Student Theses
There are many aspects of environmental influences that must be considered when evaluating power production methods. Over the course of a six-month literature review this study covered the environmental impact and sustainability of four different power production methods: coal, solar, wind, and nuclear. This study then used the information gathered to create a set of criteria by which each would be evaluated. The goal of this study was to determine the power production method that would deliver the most energy with the least amount of environmental impact. Further, the scope of this study is limited to the midwestern states of …
Activity Patterns Of Nebraskan Wildlife On A Prairie Landscape,
2019
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Activity Patterns Of Nebraskan Wildlife On A Prairie Landscape, Dillon Hanson
Department of Environmental Studies: Undergraduate Student Theses
Avoiding a particular species temporally can be an effective way to live amongst predator and competing species when spatial avoidance is not available. If a predator and prey species overlap temporally there is potential for high predation of the prey species by the predator, while if two predators overlap temporally there is high potential for competition and a loss of opportunities and resources for each species. I assessed if native mammalian species on a natural prairie landscape showed signs of avoidance through their activity patterns. I used photographic sampling to quantify the temporal activity patterns of species at Spring Creek …
