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The Link, Vol 3, No. 4, April 2009, Illinois State University, Center For Teaching, Learning, And Technology

The Link

Newsletter for the Illinois State University Center for Teaching, Learning, and Technology

Acclimatization To Heat During Preseason Football Practices At A Division I University: A Pilot Study, Valerie W. Herzog, Timothy Ruden, Rodney A. Hansen, Molly Smith, David Berry

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine core temperature (TC) and markers of dehydration during one-a-day (D1) practices compared to two-a-day (D2) practices. Methods: Twenty-five National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) football players volunteered to participate in the study, with thirteen subjects providing data for all four practices. Each subject was measured prior to and following D1 and D2 practices and tested for body mass, core temperature, supine and standing blood pressure, and blood volume changes. Environmental temperature, humidity and barometric pressure were measured at the practice field during the last hour of …

Discovery And Scoring Of Protein Interaction Subnetworks Discriminative Of Late Stage Human Colon Cancer, Rod K. Nibbe, Sanford Markowitz, Lois Myeroff, Rob M. Ewing, Mark R. Chance

Faculty Scholarship

We used a systems biology approach to identify and score protein interaction subnetworks whose activity patterns are discriminative of late stage human colorectal cancer (CRC) versus control in colonic tissue. We conducted two gel-based proteomics experiments to identify significantly changing proteins between normal and late stage tumor tissues obtained from an adequately sized cohort of human patients. A total of 67 proteins identified by these experiments was used to seed a search for proteinprotein interaction subnetworks. A scoring scheme based on mutual information, calculated using gene expression data as a proxy for subnetwork activity, was developed to score the targets …

The George-Anne, Georgia Southern University

The George-Anne

• Student Media Publishes Final George-Anne
• News
• Opinion
• Features
• Classifieds
• Briefs
• Sports

A State Comparative Study Of The Factors Influencing Nursing Home Quality Of Care Regulation, Tancy Joe Vandecar-Burdin

School of Public Service Theses & Dissertations

While over one million elderly reside in U.S. nursing homes, little attention has been given to the factors that influence state nursing home regulation and how state regulations differ from the federal regulations. The focus of nursing home research literature has been on factors that impact quality of care at the individual patient and organizational level. The state comparative literature, which examines the differences between state policy choices, focuses on fiscal nursing home policymaking. An important gap exists in the literature in that state decision-making regarding nursing home quality of care policy has not been explored.

This study of U.S. …

Mechanisms Of Regulation Of Proximal Tubule Sodium Transporters In Obesity-Induced Hypertension, Marta A. Ambrozewicz

Theses and Dissertations in Biomedical Sciences

Hypertension is one of the common complications of obesity. Using a rat model of diet induced obesity and hypertension we investigated some of the mechanisms that are involved in regulation of blood pressure in obesity. The first aim of this study was to determine the role of proximal tubule transporters on the renal sodium handling in obese hypertensive (OP) and lean normotensive (OR) rats. An acute increase in renal perfusion pressure resulted in a blunted natriuretic response in OP vs. OR rats and indicated that increased sodium reabsorption in the proximal tubule is casual, at least in part, for hypertension …

The Trials And Tribulations Of Two Historians: Adjudicating Responsibility For Pollution And Personal Harm, David Rosner, Gerald Markowitz

Publications and Research

No abstract provided.

Enrollment Report, Spring 2009, Planning, Research, And Policy Analysis

Enrollment Reports (2004-2019)

Enrollment Report for Summer 2009 for Illinois State University.

Conservation And Enhancement Of Selected Feed Properties Of Jatropha Curcas L. Press Cake Using Solid State Fermentation, Alexandra Linchangco Nova

Undergraduate Theses

The objective of this study was to evaluate the possibility of using Jatropha curcas L. press cake that has undergone anaerobic fermentation. Anaerobic fermentation of feed is known to improve feed properties such as pH, crude protein content and total sugar content. Three separate spanning a total of 21 days. The first experiment, or the enrichment study, was done to evaluate the effects of using selected nutritional additives such as rice washings, salt and skim milk prior to fermenting Jatropha curcas L. press cake. These additives were used separately and in combination with Jatropha press cake to up 3 percent …

Designing A Regional System Of Social Indicators To Evaluate Nonpoint Source Water Projects, Linda Stalker Prokopy, Kenneth Genskow, Jeremiah Asher, Adam Baumgart-Getz, Joseph E. Bonnell, Shorna B. Allred Phd, Cynthia Curtis, Kristin Floress, Karyn Mcdermaid, Rebecca Power, Danielle Wood

Journal of Extension

A collaborative team has developed a system to measure the social outcomes of nonpoint source water projects as indicators of progress towards environmental goals. The system involves a set of core indicators, additional supplemental indicators, and a process for collecting and using the indicators. This process is supported by methodologies and instruments for data collection, analysis, and reporting that are coordinated and supported through detailed written guidance and an on-line data management tool. Its multi-state scope and application offer a unique opportunity to target, measure, and report interim resource management accomplishments consistently at multiple levels.

Iris Yellow Spot Virus In Onions, Kent Evans, Erin Frank

All Current Publications

Before deciding to take any pest control action, be sure you have correctly identified the pest (insect, mite, disease, weed, vertebrate, etc.). Proper pest identification is essential for determining if control is necessary and for selection of the best suited control options.

Impact Of Plant Essential Oils On Microbiological, Organoleptic And Quality Markers Of Minimally Processed Vegetables, Jorge Gutierrez, Paula Bourke, Julien Lonchamp, Catherine Barry-Ryan

Articles

The objectives of this study were to evaluate the efficacy of plant essential oils (EOs) for control of the natural spoilage microflora on ready-to-eat (RTE) lettuce and carrots whilst also considering their impact on organoleptic properties. Initial decontamination effects achieved using EOs were comparable to that observed with chlorine and solution containing oregano recorded a significantly lower initial TVC level than the water treatment on carrots (p < 0.05). No significant differences were found between the EO treatments and chlorine considering gas composition, color, texture and water activity of samples. The sensory panel found EO treatments acceptable for carrots throughout storage, while lettuce washed with the EO solutions were rejected for overall appreciation by Day 7. Correlating microbial and sensory changes with volatile emissions identified 12 volatile quality markers. Oregano might be a suitable decontamination alternative to chlorine for RTE carrots, while the identification of volatile quality markers is a useful complement to sensory and microbiological assessments in the monitoring of organoleptic property changes and shelf-life of fresh vegetables. Industrial relevance There is industrial demand for natural alternatives to chlorine, which is commonly used for decontamination of fresh produce but which has limitations with respect to antimicrobial efficacy and possible formation of carcinogenic compounds in water. Plant essential oils have proven antimicrobial and other bioactive properties, however their usefulness in foods can be mitigated by their high sensory impact. This study examined the application of EOs for fresh produce decontamination addressing control of spoilage microflora and improving shelf-life characteristics whilst also considering the impact on organoleptic properties. The effectiveness of oregano as a decontamination treatment was comparable with that of chlorine. Carrot discs treated with the EO regimes were acceptable in terms of sensory quality and appreciation, therefore oregano could offer a natural alternative for the washing and preservation of fresh produce. Combining EOs with other natural preservatives might minimize doses and reduce the impact on organoleptic properties of fresh vegetables.

Community Health Advisors' Perceptions Of The 2005 Dietary Guidelines And Mypyramid, Jamie Zoellner, Wendy Bounds, Carol Connell

Journal of Extension

This article describes knowledge and perception of the 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DG) and MyPyramid from 106 Community Health Advisors (CHAs) representing underserved, hard-to-reach communities in Alabama and Mississippi. Only 16 (15%) were able to correctly identify the MyPyramid graphic and DG knowledge scores were low. However, most respondents strongly agreed they would like to know more about the DG (86%) and more should be done in their community to raise awareness (81%). The Internet was the least preferred method to communicate DG. More intense efforts and appropriate communication channels are needed to promote the DG and MyPyramid.

Improved Understanding Of Fiber Digestibility In Ryegrasses, Troy Downing, Patrick French

Journal of Extension

Dairy nutritionists have long known that forages with the same laboratory analysis could produce significantly different performance in lactating cows. Neutral detergent fiber digestibility (NDFD) may explain much of this variation. The objectives of the study described here were to demonstrate NDFD variation between varieties of ryegrass and season of harvest and to use this information as the basis for an educational Extension program. Large differences in NDFD were found among 11 varieties of ryegrass. This information was used to change the way livestock rations are balanced and it is hoped will convince grass seeds companies to focus more on …

Chironian Spring/Summer 2009, New York Medical College

The Chironian

No abstract provided.

Inflammatory Biomarkers And Subclinical Atherosclerosis In African-American Women With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (Sle), Edith M. Williams, Carlos J. Crespo, Joan Dorn

Community Health Faculty Publications and Presentations

Women with lupus are at increased risk for developing cardiovascular disease (CVD). Previous studies of atherosclerosis in SLE have not been representative of the minority groups most affected by lupus and its complications. Therefore, a study of 41 lupus cases and 83 controls was conducted to investigate the relationship between carotid atherosclerosis and inflammation in African-American women. Participation consisted of a questionnaire, physical examination, fasting blood draw, and ultrasound of the carotid arteries. There were observed differences between cases and controls with regard to carotid intima media thickness (IMT) and traditional cardiovascular risk factors, although few reached statistical significance. Tumor …

2008 Ksu Insortmil/Usaid Poultry Experiment In West Africa, S. Issa, J. D. Hancock

INTSORMIL Presentations

INTSORMIL (funded by USAID) promotes the use and marketability of sorghum and millet in developing nations around the world.

A key objective is to provide technology transfer that will improve production, storage, marketing, and utilization of sorghum and millet.

An additional objective is to build human capital via student training and collaboration with colleagues in targeted regions of the world.

Justification: We were approached by potential collaborators from the National Institute for Agronomic Research in Niger (INRAN).

Sorghum is the second most produced cereal (after millet) in Niger.

Locally produced sorghum is generally less expensive than imported corn, yet imported …

Utilizing Community Based Participatory Research To Address Health Literacy Issues: An Example In Southeastern Mn, Jennifer A. Weis

Theses and Graduate Projects

Low health literacy interferes with an individual's ability to reduce and treat preventable diseases. Given the spectrum of disease burden throughout the US, there are a number of important health topics deserving of our immediate attention in order to improve the public's health literacy. Overweight and obesity have surfaced as societal topics and any quest to improve health literacy must address these growing problems as they are likely to contribute to disease prevention and improved disease management. Unfortunately, the growing problem of overweight and obesity is not restricted to adults. America's youth are also experiencing epidemic rates of overweight and …

A Tale Of Two Cities: Lessons Learned From New Orleans To The District Of Columbia For The Protection Of Vulnerable Populations From The Consequences Of Disaster, Laurie A. Morin

University of the District of Columbia Law Review

Like Paris before the French Revolution, New Orleans is a city of extremes. Visitors from around the world visit "the Big Easy" to sip chicory coffee and eat beignets in the French Quarter, listen to some of the country's best music at the jazz festival, and join one of the world's most famous parties during Mardi Gras. When Hurricane Katrina struck New Orleans in August 2005, it exposed the soft underbelly of New Orleans-the other side of the city where thousands of people, mostly African Americans, live in pockets of concentrated poverty unable to escape the consequences of decades of …

The Alestle - Vol. 61 No. 53 - 03/31/2009, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

The Alestle

Vol. 61 No. 53

2009 Community Of Scholars Day Program, Lesley University

Community of Scholars Day—Programs

The first Community of Scholars Day program at Lesley University. It took place on March 31, 2009 across the entire university. This document includes a overview of the day with locations and times for each presentation.

The Current Volume 19: Issue 24, Nova Southeastern University

Student Newspapers

No abstract provided.

New Nutrition And Wellness Track At Unh Taps Growing Interest, Beth Potier, Ruth A. Reilly

Media Relations

No abstract provided.

Perspectives On Reclaimed Water Among Urban Residents In Tampa, Florida, Jonathan Max Bloch

USF Tampa Graduate Theses and Dissertations

Increasing urbanization coupled with increased domestic and industrial uses of water has made water conservation an important aspect of environmental management. Reclamation of wastewater is one way in which such conservation can proceed, and the aim of this thesis is to provide a case study about the perspectives of residents and officials involved in the use of reclaimed water in an urban development in Tampa, Florida. Using semi-structured interviews, it seeks to understand the range of opinions on the safety of reclaimed water, its potential prospects as an alternative drinking water supply, and its contribution to the sustainable use of …

The Murray Ledger And Times, March 28, 2009, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

No abstract provided.

The Effect Of Obesity On Serum Leptin And Lipid Profile, Kismat Mohammad Turki

Iraqi Postgraduate Medical Journal

ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND: Obesity has become a leading health concern; this condition is a chronic, complex, multifactorial disease in which a person's weight is ≥ 20% of the ideal weight for a given height. OBJECTIVE: To measure serum leptin level and lipid profiles levels in Iraqi obese individuals comparing the results with matching non obese subjects. METHODS: The study was carried on 30 individuals divided into two groups: 1. Obese subjects group (n=20). 2. Non-obese subjects group (n=10). For all subjects studied measurements of fasting serum leptin and lipid profile have been done. RESULT: Our study showed that mean serum leptin …

The Murray State News, March 27, 2009, The Murray State News

Murray State University Collection

No abstract provided.

The Association Between Pediatric Overweight And Ankle Injuries: A Case-Control Analysis, Ellen Margaret House

Yale Medicine Thesis Digital Library

Pediatric obesity has become a worldwide pandemic and trauma is the leading cause of pediatric morbidity and mortality. Our hypothesis is that being overweight increases the likelihood of acute ankle injuries in children. Our study consisted of a case-control analysis in an urban pediatric emergency department with subjects between 5-19 years of age. Cases consisted of children presenting with acute ankle injury; controls had chief complaints of fever, headache, or sore throat. Demographic information, physical activity score, heights, and weights were obtained on all participants; injury severity was calculated for the cases. Age and gender specific body mass index percentiles …

2009 Little International Agricultural Exposition Catalog, Little International Agricultural Exposition South Dakota State University

Little International "Little I" Agricultural Exposition Catalogs

No abstract provided.

Reproductive Desires And Intentions Among Hiv-Infected Individuals In Chennai, India, Elizabeth Houle

Yale Medicine Thesis Digital Library

Despite the personal and cultural importance of childbearing in India, limited information exists on the extent of childbearing desires and intentions among HIV-infected individuals in this setting. The purpose of this study was to measure the extent of childbearing desires among HIV-infected individuals in Chennai, India, thereby testing the hypothesis that HIV significantly influences the desire to have children. Three hundred HIV-infected individuals were interviewed about childbearing desires and intentions during routine visits for HIV care at an HIV specialty care clinic in Chennai, South India. Sixteen percent of participants expressed desire for childbearing, and 9% expressed intention to have …