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Francis Collins Personifies The Fusion Of Science And The Arts

Madison Magazine

No abstract provided.

Gsu View, 2011-04, Office Of Public Affairs

GSU View

Newsletter published by Governors State University 2007-current.

Science-Technology Division, Joseph R. Kraus, Sarah Oelker, Pam Enrici

Sci-Tech News

This article includes an overview of the Sci-Tech Division sessions that will take place at the 2011 SLA Conference in Philadelphia, as well as a listing of new Science-Technology Division members and a call for candidates for the Science-Technology Division Board.

Full Issue: Vol. 65, No. 2

Sci-Tech News

No abstract provided.

See The Science

Madison Magazine

No abstract provided.

The Effects Of Permanency On Youth In Foster Care: The Successes They Achieve After Exiting The System, Megan Foster

Social Work Theses

This study reported on the connection between the permanency a youth in the foster care system experienced and the success they achieved as they transitioned out of the system. Housing, education, and employment were factors addressed. Data was gathered through four interviews with youth who had recently transitioned out of the foster care system and 435 surveys were collected in the months of April and October 2010. Results revealed that youth often use state programs to supplement their needs during the treatment process. Youth that attained success created and maintained relationships with workers who become adult supporters for them. Implications …

Sex Education And Its Influences On College Sex Practices, Matthew Yetsko

Social Work Theses

This was a relational study to examine the possibly of a correlation between type of high school sex education and types of attitudes and behaviors towards sex within the context of the college social environment. A review of the literature shows that comprehensive sex education has been more effective than no sex education or abstinence only sex education in delaying sexual activity, more effective in providing students information on using contraceptives for safe-sex practices, and more effective in preventing unwanted pregnancies and the transmission of sexually transmitted diseases and the HIV virus. The literature lacked any substantial information on the …

Childhood Social Factors And Their Impact On Young Adulthood Obesity, Sarah Burke

Social Work Theses

Obesity is a growing concern in the United States, particularly among children and adolescents. This study aimed to ascertain what factors including school/peer influences, culture, family lifestyle, and neighborhood environment, during individuals’ adolescence, impact their weight as young adults. The researcher conducted a survey that was given to students at a private catholic college in southern New England. A survey instrument was developed and distributed as a Facebook event restricted to college students at the specific institution, and additionally was distributed to one social work undergraduate course. The findings indicated that participant’s weight was most influenced by family lifestyle and …

The Pragmatics Of Transracial Adoption: A Parents’ Perspective, Ashley Chuha

Social Work Theses

This study examines the relationship between transracial adoption and racial and ethnic identity development from a parent’s perspective. By listening to stories and hearing experiences of these parents, the writer was able to obtain an idea regarding how the family as a whole views race and how the child expresses his or her differences within the family context. A review of the literature indicates that transracial adoption is an ongoing debate because of the importance of finding a permanent placement for a child and the potential loss of a cultural heritage by not living with a family of the same …

Section Abstracts: Botany

Virginia Journal of Science

Abstracts of the Botany Section for the 89th Annual Meeting of the Virginia Academy of Science, May 25-27, 2011. University of Richmond, Richmond VA.

Graduate Scholar 2011: Journal Of Scholarship And Recognition, Graduate School Of Eastern Illinois University

Graduate Scholar

No abstract provided.

Table Of Contents

Virginia Journal of Science

Table of Contents for Virginia Journal of Science, Volume 62, No. 1 & 2, Spring/Summer 2011

Sequencing Of Amine Nucleoside Polymers: Understanding The Fidelity Of Dna-Directed Reductive Amination, Sarah M. Anderson

Honors Student Works

DNA replication is a form of template-directed polymerization that occurs with the aid of numerous enzymes. By developing a DNA replication mimic that can undergo template-directed polymerization without enzymes, the scope of template-directed polymerization will be broadened beyond biological systems. One template-directed polymerization method that has proven successful is reductive amination on a DNA template, a two-step polymerization reaction involving equilibrium imine formation followed by reduction of the imine to the amine. Because DNA-directed reductive amination is an information transfer system, it should proceed with fidelity; however, the extent of fidelity must be explored. These studies will require the ability …

Constructing A Vector For Over Expressing Nitrobenzene Dioxygenase In E. Coli, Paul Davis

Honors Student Works

Due to extensive use of nitroaromatic compounds in the production of dyes, pesticides, explosives, and their harmful effects on the environment, studying the enzyme mechanisms of bacteria capable of utilizing these compounds as nutrient sources have become a recent field of development. One example, the Comamonas sp. strain JS765, grows on nitrobenzene as its sole carbon, nitrogen and energy source. This bacterium contains a nitrobenzene dioxygenase enzyme system that incorporates O2 into the nitrobenzene ring to form catechol and nitrite. In this project, the genes that code for the dioxygenase enzyme were cloned and then transformed into an expression vector …

Metanoia (Spring 2011), Taylor University

Metanoia (2011-2012)

The Spring 2011 edition of Taylor University’s Metanoia.

Preparing Tomorrow’S Fire Professionals: Integration Of Education, Training, And Experience Through Science-Management Partnerships, Gail Wells

Joint Fire Science Program Digests

In this issue of Fire Science Digest, we explore the career and preparation challenges faced by forest and rangeland fire professionals, both new and seasoned. As the job description grows more complex, a well-rounded background in current and emerging areas of fi re science and fi re management becomes critical. Today’s top professionals are approaching retirement, and tomorrow’s fi re professionals need to be adequately prepared to succeed them.

Macalester Today Spring 2011, Macalester College

Macalester Today

No abstract provided.

2011 Annual Report, University Of Maine School Of Law

Clinic Annual Report

No abstract provided.

The Quest For Fisheries Sustainability: Age, Growth And Maturity Of Golden Trevally (Gnathanodon Speciosus) In Australia, Elise Koob

Inquiry Journal 2011

No abstract provided.

A Blue Revolution: The Global Crisis Of Water Quality And Accessibility, Sasha Nicole Kruger

ESSAI

No abstract provided.

Section Abstracts: Biology With Microbiology And Molecular Biology

Virginia Journal of Science

Abstracts of the Biology with Microbiology and Molecular Biology Section for the 89th Annual Meeting of the Virginia Academy of Science, May 25-27, 2011, University of Richmond, Richmond VA.

An Integrated Circuit/Microsystem/Nano-Enhanced Four Species Radiation Sensor For Inexpensive Fissionable Material Detection, Randy Paul Waguespack

Doctoral Dissertations

Small scale radiation detectors sensitive to alpha, beta, electromagnetic, neutron radiation are needed to combat the threat of nuclear terrorism and maintain national security. There are many types of radiation detectors on the market, and the type of detector chosen is usually determined by the type of particle to be detected. In the case of fissionable material, an ideal detector needs to detect all four types of radiation, which is not the focus of many detectors. For fissionable materials, the two main types of radiation that must be detected are gamma rays and neutrons. Our detector uses a glass or …

Nebraska Chapter Gamma Sigma Delta Newsletter Issue #42 Spring 2011

Gamma Sigma Delta, Nebraska Chapter: Newsletters

President’s Message - Julie Albrecht

Recipients of 2010 Gamma Sigma Delta Awards
Award of Merit for Service: Keith L. Glewen
Excellence in Extension Award: Harshavardhan Thippareddi
Excellence in Teaching Award: Martha Mamo
Excellence in Research Award: Curtis L. Weller
Outstanding Graduate Student Award: Jessie Fernandez
Outstanding Senior Student Award: Zach Badura
Outstanding Undergraduate Student Award: Ross Jensen
Clayton Kelling is recognized for service as Gamma Sigma Delta President in 2009

In Memoriam: Edward Francis Vitzthum

Cc: Connecticut College Magazine, Spring 2011, Connecticut College

Alumni News/Connecticut College Magazine

No abstract provided.

Retention Of Science Majors Through Different Avenues Of General Chemistry Education, Benjamin P. Bilodeau, Melissa C. Rhoten

Theses & Honors Papers

For the past two academic years, the chemistry division at Longwood University has implemented POGIL methodology in some sections of the general chemistry sequence for science majors. Initially we were interested in determining if students exposed to POGIL were more successful in general chemistry than those students that were not exposed to this teaching pedagogy. Subsequent studies compare conceptual learning outcomes of POGIL versus non-POGIL students and also try to determine if SAT and GALT scores are a good predictors of student success in general chemistry. This project also addresses the following question:do science majors exposed to POGIL pedagogy in …

Increasing Binding Strength For Capsaicin Analogs Through Alteration Of Lanthanide Chelates, R. Kruger Bressin, Christopher G. Gulgas

Theses & Honors Papers

Capsaicin is the molecule in peppers that produces a sensation of heat and pain when exposed to sensory nerve cells in the body. A series of ethylenediaminetetracetate bis­amide chelates have been synthesized with regions selective for capsaicinoid binding to determine which functional groups increase overall binding strength. The initial lanthanide complexes bound capsaicinoids with moderate strength (approximately 105 M" 1). Additions to the bis-amide region of the chelating ligand aim to increase the selectivity of the lanthanide complex for capsaicinoids. Derivatives have been synthesized that contain aromatic rings and carbon chains to augment binding strength via the hydrophobic effect. Upon …

Clinical Alert; Remm (Radiation Emergency Medica Management, Vol 9 (4), Texas Medical Center Library

Insider Express (2003-2013)

No abstract provided.

Growing South Dakota (Spring 2011), College Of Agriculture &. Biological Sciences

Growing South Dakota (Publication of the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences)

[Page] 2 Classroom to Careers: An Optimistic Outlook Awaits Ag & Biological Sciences Graduates
[Page] 5 New Opportunities: Intro Ag Courses To Be Offered in Rapid City
[Page] 6 Budget Reality: Funding Cuts Prompt Structure and Staff Changes
[Page] 7 Gearing Up for DakotaFest: Replicated SDSU Campus, Educational Forums and Fundraising Auction Planned
[Page] 8 Continuing a Legacy: &1 Million Livestock Judging Endowment Being Established
[Page] 10 4-H Fun: Unique 4-H Activities Spark Student Interest in Science
[Page] 12 Innovative Outreach: BBQ Boot Camp Connect Consumers to Meat Industry
[Page] 13 College News
[Page] 14 Relevant Research: New, More Efficient …

Serving Safe Barbeques For A Crowd, Joan Hegerfeld-Baker, Nancy Pauly

SDSU Extension Extra Archives

At many gatherings—such as athletic or church events, summer festivals, county fairs, and family reunions—large amounts of ground beef barbeque (BBQ) are prepared. For many volunteers, “cooking for a crowd” is not a common practice and their kitchens are not equipped to cook large amounts of food. If you are called upon to be in charge of the BBQ for a large group or concession, consider the following safe food-handling techniques.

Youth In The Community: A Partnership Approach, Kari Freuchte

SDSU Extension Extra Archives

Leaders often overlook a valuable community asset: their youth population. Many communities prioritize local resources to provide opportunities for youth, yet the community often asks little in return. Young people have significant contributions to make in the present, and their involvement today gives them ownership in the community’s future. If we are truly concerned about youth leaving our communities and not returning as adults, we must be willing to work with them today to figure out methods to provide for a positive future.