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Antibiotic Resistance Of Enterococcus Species Isolated From Raw Foods Of Animal Origin In South West Part Of Slovakia, M Krocko, M Canigova, V Duckova, A Artimova, J Bezekova, J Poston

Faculty & Staff Scholarship

We determined the prevalence and antibiotic resistance of enterococci isolated from raw foods of animal origin. All samples were positive for enterococci. The lowest count of enterococci was found in pork (2.00 log CFU/cm2), while bryndza cheese contained the highest count (4.99 log CFU/g). Among the 349 Enterococcus isolates, 49% were E. faecalis, 29% E. faecium, and 13% Enterococcus spp. Tetracycline and gentamicin resistance was the most common. We found the highest tetracycline resistance levels (91%) in isolates from poultry samples. The isolates from the poultry samples also displayed multidrug resistance to all antibiotics tested. The most common …

A First Generation Integrated Map Of The Rainbow Trout Genome, Yniv Palti, Carine Genet, Ming-Cheng Luo, Guangtu Gao, Aurelie Charlet, Yuqin Hu, Cecilia Castano-Sanchez, Kamila Tabet-Canale, Francine Krieg, Jianbo Yao, Roger L. Vallejo, Caird E. Rexroad Iii

Faculty & Staff Scholarship

Background

Rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) are the most-widely cultivated cold freshwater fish in the world and an important model species for many research areas. Coupling great interest in this species as a research model with the need for genetic improvement of aquaculture production efficiency traits justifies the continued development of genomics research resources. Many quantitative trait loci (QTL) have been identified for production and life-history traits in rainbow trout. An integrated physical and genetic map is needed to facilitate fine mapping of QTL and the selection of positional candidate genes for incorporation in marker-assisted selection (MAS) programs for …

Cd103 Deficiency Prevents Graft-Versus-Host Disease But Spares Graft-Versus-Tumor Effects Mediated By Alloreactive Cd8 T Cells, Kechang Liu, Bryan A. Anthony, Martha M. Yearsly, Mehdi Hamadani, Alice Gaughan, Jiao-Jing Wang, Steven M. Devine, Gregg A. Hadley

Faculty & Staff Scholarship

Background

Graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) remains the main barrier to broader application of allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (alloSCT) as a curative therapy for host malignancy. GVHD is mediated by allogeneic T cells directed against histocompatibility antigens expressed by host tissues. Based on previous studies, we postulated that the integrin CD103 is required for CD8-mediated GVHD, but not for graft-versus-tumor effects (GVT).

Methodology/Principal Findings

We herein provide evidence in support of this hypothesis. To circumvent the potentially confounding influence of donor CD4 T cells, we developed an alloSCT model in which GVHD mortality is mediated by purified CD8 T cells. In …

Trips Enforcement And Developing Countries, Peter K. Yu

American University International Law Review

No abstract provided.

Recent Sightings Of The North Atlantic Right Whale In The Gulf Of Mexico, Leslie I. Ward-Geiger, Amy R. Knowlton, Anthony F. Amos, Thomas D. Pitchford, Blair Mase-Guthrie, Barbara J. Zoodsma

Gulf of Mexico Science

No abstract provided.

Abstracts From The 6th North American Echinoderm Conference, Jim Nestler

Gulf of Mexico Science

Abstracts from the 6th North American Echinoderm Conference. Organizer: Jim Nestler. Rosario Beach Marine Laboratory. Anacortes, Washington, 14–19 August 2011

Ancient Gems In The Middle Ages: Riches And Ready-Mades, Dale Kinney

History of Art Faculty Research and Scholarship

No abstract provided.

The 373rd Annual Report Of The Officials, Departments, Boards And Committees Of The Town Of Hampton, New Hampshire For The Calendar Year Ending December 31, 2010., Hampton Town Representatives

Hampton, NH Annual Reports

This is an annual report containing vital statistics for a town/city in the state of New Hampshire.

An Evaluation Study Of The Effectiveness Of Using A Reaction-Based Process For Hydrazine Waste Remediation, Cristina M. Oropeza

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Hydrazine (HZ) and monomethylhydrazine (MMH) are used extensively as hypergolic propellants at Kennedy Space Center. These highly reactive fuels are considered highly toxic, and potentially carcinogenic. Consequently, the transport, handling, and disposal of hydrazines is strictly regulated to protect personnel and the environment. Currently, KSC generates large volumes of hydrazine-laden wastewater for disposal. This waste is contained and shipped on public highways for subsequent disposal by incineration presenting a potentially catastrophic threat to the environment and the general public in the event of an accidental release. Other existing remediation methods include oxidative and reductive pathways as well as biodegradation in …

Development Of A Multifunctional Catalyst For Combined Esterification And Transesterification Of Used Vegetable Oil, Talal Kamal Ahmed

Theses

In recent few years, biodiesel has become as one of the most potential and efficient renewable energy products to replace petroleum based diesel. Biodiesel is biodegradable, renewable and non-toxic fuel which can be produced from vegetable oils and animal fats by the transesterification reaction. In this study, heterogeneous catalysts were used to catalyze the transesterification reaction. Two solid catalysts were prepared. Calcium on Zeolite Y and sulfated zarconia. Sulfated zarconia was prepared using the solvent free method in which zirconylcholride was mixed with ammonium sulfate. The two powders were grinded for 20 min and settled at room temperature for 18 …

Groundwater Remediation Using Micro And Nano-Sized Zvi And Kmno4 To Treat Trichloroethylene (Tce) Contamination, Semienawit Berhane Ghebrezadik

Theses

Liquid and gaseous oxidants for years have demonstrated the ability to reduce or destroy organic compounds that can be harmful. Using the fundamental concepts of chemical oxidation, this research investigates the ability to develop solid structured controlled release systems that are able to deliver chemical oxidants and reduce chemicals for environmental remediation. Controlled release systems have become widely used for various applications such as in medical and agricultural industries. Applying this knowledge, micro to nano-sizes of potassium permanganate (KMnO4) and zero-valent iron (ZVI) were encapsulated in two biodegradable polymers. The biodegradable polymers used were polycaprolactone (PCL) and polylactic acid (PLA). …

Evaluation Of Rice Extract As A Potential Stabilizer In Plain Yogurt, Sangeetha Nurani Viswanathan

Theses

Quality and consumer acceptability are essential parameters in dairy products The objectives of the present study were to examine the microbiological (viability of L. bulgaricus, S. thermophilus, and bifidobacteria), chemical (pH, titratable acidity, and total solids), and physical(syneresis) qualities of yogurt enriched with rice extract as a stabilizer during 28 days of storage at 4°C. Additionally, viscosity measurements and consumer acceptability were determined for yogurt enriched with rice extract. Results showed that the viability of L. bulgaricus was maintained with the addition of rice extract. Population of Streptococcus thermophilus and bifidobacteria decreased significantly (p<0.05) in the control sample but the addition of rice extract at 15% concentration supported the viability of bifidobacteria in yogurt over storage. The addition of rice extract did not alter the pH or titratable acidity of yogurt. Viscosity, total solids and syneresis values slightly changed with the addition of rice extract. Yogurt prepared with rice extract ranked higher in terms of texture and appearance by the panelists. Our results indicated that the addition of rice extract could improve the quality characteristics and consumer acceptability of plain yogurt. Hence, rice extract has a promising potential to be used as an alternative stabilizer in dairy products.

Nutritional And Field Ecology Of Stink Bugs On Tomato And Cowpea Under Two Insecticide Regimens, Akamu Jude Ewunkem

Theses

A laboratory study was conducted to compare food utilization and suitability of Nezara viridula on selected varieties of tomato and cowpea. A two-year field study was performed to evaluate the effectiveness of biorational pesticides (Agroneem®) and conventional pesticides (Imidacloprid or Thiamethoxam) to suppress and enhance the population of insect pests and beneficial, respectively, on both crops. In the first year both pesticide groups were applied following manufacturer’s recommendation (10-14 d cycles), and in the second year the application of the pesticides was driven by monitored thresholds of insect pests. In the laboratory study conducted on the feeding behavior, nymphs performed …

Memory Systems For Cognitive Agents, U. Ramamurthy, S. Franklin

CCRG Papers

No abstract provided.

Making Music Together : A Music Handbook For An Early Childhood Classroom, Shana Hope Frankel

Graduate Student Independent Studies

This paper discusses the importance of music in Early Childhood classrooms. It is meant to be a resource for the classroom intended to be used by teachers, however; it can also be used by families and caregivers who want to add more music in to their homes. The songs are organized to follow a typical daily schedule in a classroom. The readers do not need background knowledge of music and can make up their own tunes to most of the songs provided. I have suggested the music to go along with most of the songs however other melodies could work …

Wind Energy Potential For Reverse Osmosis Desalination Plants In La Guajira, Colombia, Carlos Martinez-Smit

Faculty-Selected Student Works

Project report required by the Master of Science Degree in Renewable and Clean Energy.

Abstract:

The region of La Guajira, located in the north of Colombia, has a lot of potential for wind power with annual average wind speeds up to 11 m/s at 10 m height in some locations, according to the national wind map. Most of the wind potential is located in Upper Guajira, where 90% of the population is indigenous Wayuu people (among the country’s poorest population) and it is also characterized with low precipitation, 500 mm/yr, high evapotranspiration, 1500 mm/yr, and low humidity. All this creates …

Annual Report Of Officers Town Of Piermont, New Hampshire For The Year Ending Decmeber 31, 2010., Piermont Town Representatives

Piermont, NH Annual Reports

This is an annual report containing vital statistics for a town/city in the state of New Hampshire.

Visualising Forensic Data: Investigation To Court, Ken Fowle, Damian Schofield

Australian Digital Forensics Conference

Visualisation is becoming increasingly important for understanding information, such as investigative data (for example: computing, medical and crime scene evidence) and analysis (for example: network capability assessment, data file reconstruction and planning scenarios). Investigative data visualisation is used to reconstruct a scene or item and is used to assist the viewer (who may well be a member of the general public with little or no understanding of the subject matter) to understand what is being presented. Analysis visualisations, on the other hand, are usually developed to review data, information and assess competing scenario hypotheses for those who usually have an …

Bringing Together Mind And Heart In The Classroom: An Independent Study, Allison Fisch

Graduate Student Independent Studies

The purpose of this thesis is to address the brain research indicating the importance of teaching social and emotional learning and mindfulness within the classroom. Studies denote the possible emotional and social disorders that can stem from a lack of social and emotional awareness. Educators and administrators are provided with activities and techniques that can be adapted into the curriculum with ease. The· activities and techniques reinforce the child's ability to recognize their emotions and gain resilience as well as aiding in their empathy for others. Research supports the concept of mindfulness and how it can be successful in the …

Corrective Justice For Civil Recourse Theorists, Scott Hershovitz

Florida State University Law Review

No abstract provided.

"Declaraciones De Deseo Y Declaraciones De Realidad": State-Indigenous Relations And Intercultural-Bilingual Education In Peru And Guatemala, Emily Christie

Sociology Honors Projects

Ethnic diversity has historically created conflict in many nation-states throughout the globe. From the era of nation-state formation to the present, states have had various strategies for dealing with this diversity. These strategies can be divided into three distinct categories: assimilation, integration and pluralism. Because of the increasing strength and importance of the global indigenous peoples' movement, relations between states and indigenous peoples are transforming away from assimilationist models toward integration and symbolic support. Why would governments nominally or symbolically support programs to preserve and revive indigenous culture? To answer this question, I compare government support for intercultural-bilingual education programs …

Legacy 2011, Southern Adventist University

Legacy

The Legacy 2011 edition features both poetry and short stories written by Southern Adventist University students. Poetry was written by J.L. Barrow, Ashlee Chism, Alyssa Nicole Erskine, Ashley C. Miller, Tamara Naja, Olivia Nieb, Chloe A. Perez, Kimberly Joella Solis, and Brooke Wade. Short stories were written by Tyler K Barrows, K.R. Boursiquot, Alyssa Nicole Erskine, Caitlin Foster, Katherine Huddleston, Janelle Rose Jensena Sundin, and Robby Van Arsdale.

Town Of Derry Annual Report Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2011., Derry Town Representatives

Derry, NH Annual Reports

This is an annual report containing vital statistics for a town/city in the state of New Hampshire.

Development Of An Internet Based System For Modeling Biotin Metabolism Using Bayesian Networks, Jinglei Zhou, Dong Wang, Vicki L. Schlegel, Janos Zempleni

Department of Statistics: Faculty Publications

Biotin is an essential water-soluble vitamin crucial for maintaining normal body functions. The importance of biotin for human health has been under-appreciated but there is plenty of opportunity for future research with great importance for human health. Currently, carrying out predictions of biotin metabolism involves tedious manual manipulations. In this paper, we report the development of BiotinNet, an internet based program that uses Bayesian networks to integrate published data on various aspects of biotin metabolism. Users can provide a combination of values on the levels of biotin related metabolites to obtain the predictions on other metabolites that are not specified. …

Enrollment Data, Office Of Institutional Research And Effectiveness, Mississippi State University

Bulldog Basics

No abstract provided.

The Effect Of Powerpoint And Nongraphic Paired List Presentations On The Vocabulary Production And Recognition Of Elementary-Level College French Students, Lucie Viakinnou-Brinson, Steven P. Cole

Faculty Articles

This study investigates the effect of presenting images via PowerPoint (PPT) and nongraphic paired lists to teach vocabulary. In this study nongraphic paired list (PL) refers to a list of French words paired with their English equivalent. The study, conducted with 38 elementary-level college students, examined their recall performance for written production and visual recognition of French vocabulary words. Students were taught French vocabulary via PPT and nongraphic PL presentations. Quantitative results indicated a significant difference between participants’ mean immediate test scores favoring the PPT condition for both written production and visual recognition. The study also investigated participants’ instructional perceptions …

Town Of Litchfield, New Hampshire Annual Reports Year Ending December 31, 2010 Also Annual Report Of The School District Year Ending June 30, 2010., Litchfield Town Representatives

Litchfield, NH Annual Reports

This is an annual report containing vital statistics for a town/city in the state of New Hampshire.

Synthesis, Characterization, And Spectroscopic Studies Of Lanthanide Complexes With Potential For Increased Sensitization And Luminescent Enhancement, Kendra Evette Whitehead

Theses

This work presents basic research in the area of lanthanide spectroscopy that could have the potential in chemical sensor technology. As part of the overall theme of developing synthetic scheme that may remove water from lanthanide inner sphere coordination we have targeted phosphines oxides. The synthesis of lanthanide TPAO compounds have been carried out by a reaction of Ln3+ trichloride hexahydrate and TPAO in solvent system containing water. The TPA system was particularly targeted because of its unique property of having a small cone angle (102◦ ) and water solubility and stability. We have attempted to coordinate up to four …

City Of Portsmouth, New Hampshire Annual Report Fy 2011 July 1, 2010- June 30, 2011., Portsmouth Town Representatives

Portsmouth, NH Annual Reports

This is an annual report containing vital statistics for a town/city in the state of New Hampshire.

A Heritage For The Future: Maine's Statewide Historic Preservation Plan, Maine Historic Preservation Commission

Maine Historic Preservation Commission

The statewide historic preservation plan establishes priorities to guide decision making by all entities involved in the preservation of Maine's cultural resources. It is developed in accordance with guidelines issued by the National Park Service to address identified needs in the State of Maine. The plan presents information about the state's cultural resources, profiles many of the organizations and agencies that are involved in historic preservation in Maine, and explains the mission and activities of the Maine Historic Preservation Commission (MHPC), which serves as the State Historic Preservation Office.