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Constructing Desire(S) And Consuming Taste(S) Among Egypt's Elite: An Ethnongraphic Study Of The American University In Cairo's New Campus, Rebecca Munz

Theses and Dissertations

This thesis demonstrates that The American University in Cairo (AUC) is a novel configuration of neo-liberal restructuring through which we can understand new trends in food consumption and new Egyptian understandings of cosmopolitanism. This study is based on anthropological fieldwork carried out predominantly on AUC's campus as well as in greater Cairo where ethnographic data was collected through interviews and participant observation. Based on the research conducted, it was found that the Egyptian government and private corporations are modernizing Cairo's cityscape in accordance with neoliberal and high modernist ideologies through promoting the construction of new social spaces which cater to …

The Effect Of Dietary Inclusion Of Category 3 Animal By-Product Meals On Rainbow Trout (O. Mykiss Walbaum) Mineralised Tissues And Immune Function., Matthew Alun Griffiths Owen

School of Biological and Marine Sciences Theses

Aquaculture is growing rapidly worldwide and is projected to become the major source of fish used for human consumption. A major factor that limits aquaculture reaching its full potential is an adequate supply of the raw materials necessary for formulated fish feeds. The dependence of modern aquaculture on fishmeal obtained from wild fisheries is not environmentally sustainable and replacements for fishmeal must be found. Some animal by-products are viable replacements for fishmeal, and can provide sufficent nutrition for high growth rates, but little is known about the potential of animal by-products to adversely affect fish health. The objectives of these …

Major Factors Or Inputs Affecting Profitability Of Beef Cow Herds In The Western United States, J. Severe, D. R. Zobell

All Current Publications

This publication discusses issues and areas that affect profitability of beef cow herds in the western United States.

Designing Nutrition Education Programs For Somali Audiences: The Role Of Cultural And Religious Practices, Sara Van Offelen, Shelley Sherman, Jill 2021-05-01, Felisha Rhodes

Journal of Extension

A focus group of Somali immigrants was conducted as part of a larger study of underserved communities in Minnesota. The goal was to capture Somali women's personal experiences and views on nutrition. This understanding assists Health and Nutrition educators in assessing the quality and effectiveness of current programming efforts and making recommendations for future efforts. Study results indicate that Somali cultural and religious practices define family meal structure, food preparation, and food choices. One important finding was that participants were eager to learn about nutrition and asked specific questions about the nutritional value of foods they eat.

Assessing The Need For An On-Line Educational Module For Volunteer Leaders On Bio-Security In Washington State 4-H Livestock Projects, Jill L. Stevenson, Dale A. Moore, Jerry Newman, Janet L. Schmidt, Sarah M. Smith, Jean Smith, Susan Kerr, Michael Wallace, Pat Boyes

Journal of Extension

4-H livestock projects present disease transmission risks that can be reduced by the use of bio-security practices. The responsibility of teaching bio-security to youth belongs primarily to volunteer leaders, who may not be aware of the importance of these practices. A needs assessment for an online educational module about bio-security revealed that existing materials are inconsistent, are not directed at this audience, and are not being used by leaders. Although barriers to online education exist, there are many benefits of online education that can be passed from leaders to youth to help reduce the spread of disease in 4-H livestock.

Addressing Nature Deficit Disorder Through Primitive Camping Experiences, Kevin Allen, Keegan Varner, Jeff Sallee

Journal of Extension

Today's youth suffer from Nature Deficit Disorder, a condition that has been connected to ADHD, shortage of creativity, and general lack of knowledge about the outdoors. A team of educators and specialists are addressing this issue with primitive camping. County educators were trained using experiential learning and train-the-trainer techniques. Through these methods, educators are now confident about teaching and leading primitive camping experiences. The ultimate result from the project is 4-H educators taking more youth camping and getting them out-of-doors. Primitive camping experiences can help youth overcome Nature Deficit Disorder and its associated symptoms.

Wisconsin Dairy Business And Production Survey: Comparison Between Farms Planning To Expand And Farms Not Planning To Expand, Victor E. Cabrera, Jay M. Janowski

Journal of Extension

The Wisconsin Dairy Business and Production Survey was conducted to provide a comprehensive assessment of Wisconsin dairy operations. Key differences between expanding and non-expanding dairies were highlighted, with additional focus on topics involving dairy expansion. Further priority was placed on maximizing the impact of a concurrent project concerning risk management in dairy production and expansion and the creation of a decision support system. Survey results highlight emerging trends among Wisconsin dairy farms and emphasize areas where further research and Extension programs are needed.

Pasture-Based Dairying In Michigan: Farmer Practices And Needs, Mat Haan, David Conner, Phil Taylor

Journal of Extension

We report results of a survey designed to assess the information needs of Michigan dairy farmers currently using pasture as part of their management system. Differences were found among farmers in the extent to which they use conserved feed to supplement pasture. Similarities existed among farmers in challenges, information needs, and information sources. Findings suggest several initiatives, including website development, pasture walks, and workshops, that can be used by educators to reach this target audience.

Detecting And Addressing Animal Health Concerns Of Small Ruminant Producers, Ford A. Madden

Journal of Extension

This article provides information that Extension professionals can use to help small ruminant producers to understand the importance of identification and prevention of introduction of disease-causing agents (pathogens) into production systems that can affect harvesting, processing, handling, distribution, and marketing of foods, especially animal-derived food and products. The information provided should enhance small ruminant producers' ability to observe and detect changes in the status of animals' health and address health concerns adequately to improve food safety and food security and reduce current vulnerabilities on their farms while enhancing capabilities for providing much safer and more wholesome animal-derived products for consumers.

The Conservation And Habitat Ecology Of Antillean Manatees (Trichechus Manatus Manatus) In The Drowned Cayes Area Of Belize, Central America, Katherine Spencer Lacommare

Graduate Doctoral Dissertations

The Drowned Cayes area of Belize, Central America is regionally important for the conservation of Antillean manatees in the Caribbean (Lefebvre et al. 2001; Quintana-Rizzo & Reynolds 2008). These islands are increasingly threatened by human activities such as tourism, development and population growth. The objective of this dissertation is to evaluate manatee habitat use and status in this area. The 5 specific objectives are to examine manatee (1) distribution in the Drowned Cayes, (2) use of seagrass beds and forage selection, (3) resting habitat use and selection (4) response to disturbance, and (5) trends in abundance and to suggest a …

Nutrition And Stature: The Residents Of The Island Of Gotland, Sweden Killed In The Battle Of Wisby, 1361, Michelle A. Miller

Masters Theses

This research examines stature in order to assess the socio-economic status of Gotland, an island (and municipality) off the coast of Sweden, before the 1360's. Gotland was known as a wealthy and autonomous peasant republic although it was loosely ruled by the Swedish Crown. In 1361, the Danish Army laid siege on the seaport city of Wisby to obtain its riches. Three days after the battle, the approximately 1800 dead Gotlanders were tossed haphazardly into five common graves. Archaeological excavations took place from 1905-1930 by Bendt Thordeman, among others. The human remains were analyzed in 1937. Osteological analysis in the …

Use Of Internet By The Social Science Faculty Of Annamalai University, Annamalainagar, India, S. Thanuskodi, S. Ravi

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

In the IT era, academic libraries and information centers have radically changed the information environment in higher education institution with the introduction of electronic resources. This paper examines the use of the Internet by the members of Social Science Faculty of Annamalai University. The results indicate that the use of Internet services by the faculty members is associated with an increase in the number of research papers and with improvement in the quality of research and teaching.

Deportation Is Different, Peter L. Markowitz

Articles

Over one hundred years ago, the Supreme Court emphatically declared that deportation proceedings are civil, not criminal, in nature. As a result, none of the nearly 400,000 individuals who were deported last year enjoyed any of the constitutional protections afforded to criminal defendants under the Sixth or Eighth Amendments. Among those 400,000 were numerous detained juveniles and mentally ill individuals who, as a result of the civil designation, were forced to navigate the labyrinth of immigration law alone, without appointed counsel. Others were lawul permanent residents who had pled guilty to minor offenses upon the correct advice of counsel that …

Le Rôle Des Bibliothèques Des “Camps De Fortune” Dans La Réadaptation De Jeunes En Milieu Défavorisé Après Une Catastrophe Naturelle: Cas D’Haiti, Adelyne Pinchinat Mocombe

ACURIL 2011: The Role of Libraries and Archives in Disaster Preparedness, Response and Research

No abstract provided.

Revisiting The Intricacies And Theories Of The Island Rule: Understanding The Trends Of Insular Body Size Evolution, Lam (Peter) Bao

Macalester Reviews in Biogeography

The Island Rule is the observed tendency for island isolated animals to either grow or shrink in size compared to their mainland counterparts. Though the phenomenon was initially observed to only occur in a handful of taxa (carnivores, artiodactyls, rodents, and lagomorphs), it was expanded to include 2 major trends: 1) Large animals from the mainland tend to shrink on islands, and 2) Small animals from the mainland tend to grow. The mechanisms attributed to those two trends generally involved factors that include resource availability, ecological release, niche expansion, predation, competition, and life history traits. Other theories were also proposed, …

Anti-Solvent Precipitation And Subsequent Film Formation Of Hydrophobic Drugs For Drug Delivery, Xiangxin Meng

Dissertations

It is estimated that about forty percent of the drug molecules being developed by the pharmaceutical industry are hydrophobic in nature, leading to poor water solubility and bioavailability in the gastrointestinal tract. Dissolution is a limiting factor in their in vivo performance, and increasing their dissolution rate is a major challenge. It has been proven that the dissolution rate is directly proportional to the specific surface area, which can be effectively increased by reducing the particle size. Therefore, considerable efforts have gone into developing reliable and efficient methods for the manufacture of fine particles. Particle size reduction technologies such as …

High-Order Adaptive Methods For Computing Invariant Manifolds Of Maps, Jacek K. Wrobel

Dissertations

The author presents efficient and accurate numerical methods for computing invariant manifolds of maps which arise in the study of dynamical systems. In order to decrease the number of points needed to compute a given curve/surface, he proposes using higher-order interpolation/approximation techniques from geometric modeling. He uses B´ezier curves/triangles, fundamental objects in curve/surface design, to create adaptive methods. The methods are based on tolerance conditions derived from properties of B´ezier curves/triangles. The author develops and tests the methods for an ordinary parametric curve; then he adapts these methods to invariant manifolds of planar maps. Next, he develops and tests the …

The Endangered Species Act And Its Role In Land Use Planning: Lessons Learned From The Pacific Northwest, Eric S. Laschever

Seattle Journal of Environmental Law

No abstract provided.

2010-2011 Season Brochure, Office Of Arts + Cultural Programming, Peak Performances At Montclair State University

2010-2011 PEAK Explores the Answer: Experiments in Arts & Technology

No abstract provided.

Education In The Environment: A Strategy For Continued Interagency Outdoor Education Programming: Quarterly Progress Report: Period Ending May 2011, Margaret N. Rees

Reports (PLI Education)

Highlights of the university’s focused efforts during the past three months include the following:

• Two Families in Nature events were held, benefitting approximately 140 people
• The Families in Nature program was honored at the Nevada Recreation & Park Society 2011 Conference (March 16-18). It was chosen both as Program of the Year and Best Program for Children
• More than 500 4th-6th grade students participated in Wilderness Education activities and saw the “Art of Nature” Wilderness presentation
• The Nevada Children’s Outdoor Bill of Rights was promoted through 11 outreach booths and events
• A total of 17 teachers participated in a workshop …

Economic And Fiscal Impact Of Omaha’S Henry Doorly Zoo On Omaha And Nebraska The 2010 Update, Eric Thompson

Bureau of Business Research Publications

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo is among the largest and most affordable zoos to visit in North America. The nationally-known Zoo further makes a significant contribution to the economy of the City of Omaha and the State of Nebraska. The Zoo attracted 1.45 million visitors, and their spending, in 2010 including many visitors from outside of Omaha and outside of the State of Nebraska.

This study estimates the economic impact of Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo during 2010. The Zoo generated an economic impact on the city and state economy by 1) attracting new visitors to Omaha and Nebraska, 2) encouraging existing …

Monitor Newsletter May 31, 2011, Bowling Green State University

Monitor

Official Publication of Bowling Green State University for Faculty and Staff

Mustang Daily, May 31, 2011

Cal Poly Student Newspaper

Student newspaper of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA.

Immunolocalization Of Influenza A Virus And Markers Of Inflammation In The Human Parkinson’S Disease Brain, Troy T. Rohn, Lindsey W. Catlin

Biology Faculty Publications and Presentations

Although much is known regarding the molecular mechanisms leading to neuronal cell loss in Parkinson’s disease (PD), the initiating event has not been identified. Prevailing theories including a chemical insult or infectious agent have been postulated as possible triggers, leading to neuroinflammation. We present immunohistochemical data indicating the presence of influenza A virus within the substantia nigra pars compacta (SNpc) from postmortem PD brain sections. Influenza A virus labeling was identified within neuromelanin granules as well as on tissue macrophages in the SNpc. Further supporting a role for neuroinflammation in PD was the identification of T-lymphocytes that colocalized with an …

A Microfluidic Culture For Two Populations Of Dorsal Root Ganglia For Differential Staining, Ishnoor Sidhu

Theses

The goal of this study was to design and fabricate a microfluidic system that can be used to visibly distinguish the two populations of dorsal root ganglia (DRGs) by differential staining. Polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) is the most widely used silicon-based organic polymer, and is particularly known for its wide spread use in microfluidics. Various methods have been employed to pump fluids in these channels for applications ranging from patterning of cells and biomolecules to control of local environment factors such as temperature, which requires external pumping or other applied forces. We demonstrated a pump-free device that exploits the surface energy stored …

The Effect Of Dynamic Standing On The Bone Mineral Density Of Non-Ambulatory Children: A Pilot Study, Megan Diane Damcott

Theses

In recent decades, research in osteoporosis has expanded to include the effects of prolonged immobilization on the load-bearing bones of non-ambulatory children. One current therapeutic intervention for this population is a passive standing program, in which the body is fully supported and continuous, stationary loading is applied to the bones, leading to the legs being primarily inactive. This research focused upon the effect of passive standing and a new therapeutic intervention of dynamic standing, a standing therapy in which the body is supported but vertical, reciprocal displacements which mimic the walking gait are applied to the feet, causing the muscles …

Rhob Variants And Methods Of Use, Said M. Sebti

USF Patents

In one aspect, the present invention concerns RhoB variant polypeptides and isolated degenerate polynucleotides encoding the RhoB variant polypeptides. In another aspect, the present invention concerns nucleic acid constructs containing a polynucleotide encoding a RhoB variant polypeptide, and host cells genetically modified to express such polynucleotides. In another aspect, the present invention provides a method of inhibiting the growth of, and inducing apoptosis in, cancerous cells by contacting the cells with an effective amount of a RhoB variant.

Chronic Granulomatous Disease: A Review Of The Infectious And Inflammatory Complications, Eunkyung Song, Gayatri B. Jaishankar, Hana Saleh, Warit Jithpratuck, Ryan Sahni, Guha Krishnaswamy

ETSU Faculty Works

Chronic Granulomatous Disease is the most commonly encountered immunodeficiency involving the phagocyte, and is characterized by repeated infections with bacterial and fungal pathogens, as well as the formation of granulomas in tissue. The disease is the result of a disorder of the NADPH oxidase system, culminating in an inability of the phagocyte to generate superoxide, leading to the defective killing of pathogenic organisms. This can lead to infections with Staphylococcus aureus, Psedomonas species, Nocardia species, and fungi (such as Aspergillus species and Candida albicans). Involvement of vital or large organs can contribute to morbidity and/or mortality in the affected patients. …

The Development And Characterization Of A 60k Snp Chip For Chicken., Martien Am Groenen, Hendrik-Jan Megens, Yalda Zare, Wesley C. Warren, Ladeana W. Hillier, Richard Pma Crooijmans, Addie Vereijken, Ron Okimoto, William M. Muir, Hans H. Cheng

Department of Animal Sciences Faculty Publications

Background

In livestock species like the chicken, high throughput single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) genotyping assays are increasingly being used for whole genome association studies and as a tool in breeding (referred to as genomic selection). To be of value in a wide variety of breeds and populations, the success rate of the SNP genotyping assay, the distribution of the SNP across the genome and the minor allele frequencies (MAF) of the SNPs used are extremely important.

Results

We describe the design of a moderate density (60k) Illumina SNP BeadChip in chicken consisting of SNPs known to be segregating at high …

Open E-Learning - A Part Of Library Services, Julija Niauraite

Proceedings of the IATUL Conferences

No abstract provided.