Investigating The Effects Of Legume Mulching On Carbon And Nitrogen Fluxes Of Small Scale Agriculture, Emily Neel

Honors Thesis Collection

Fertilizers provide nitrogen to agricultural crops, which is often the nutrient limiting plant growth. However, synthetic fertilizers are often not preferred or possible sources of soil nutrients due to economic and ecological reasons. Agroecological practices have historically incorporated legumes and mulching into agroecosystems to improve productivity. This research investigated the effects of legume mulching on small scale vegetable crop productivity. The experiment was conducted in the Wellesley College Edible Ecosystem Garden in 24 replicate barrel collars. In each barrel, I planted two spinach (Spinacia oleracea, variety ‘Tyee’) and two lettuce (Lactuca sativa, variety ‘Romaine’) plants. In half of the barrels, …

Keats, The "Tongueless Nightingale," And The Legacy Of Philomela In English Poetry, Windsor Rose Whitlock

Honors Thesis Collection

In his groundbreaking essay, “The Hoodwinking of Madeline,” Jack Stillinger first posited a darker reading of Keats’ The Eve of St. Agnes, arguing that Keats’ mention in the poem of a “tongueless nightingale” is a calculated allusion to the story of Philomela from Ovid’s Metamorphoses. Since Stillinger published his essay in 1961, not much else has been written on the subject, with the exception of Beverly Fields’ 1983 article, “Keats and the Tongueless Nightingale: Some Unheard Melodies in ‘The Eve of St. Agnes.’ ” In this essay, Fields suggests that Keats killed off the “tongueless nightingale” at the conclusion …

Ksu Library System Apparel & Textiles Libguide, Ana Guimaraes

Research Guides & Subject Bibliographies

No abstract provided.

Crown Of The Continent And The Greater Yellowstone Magazine - Winter/Spring 2018, University Of Montana, Missoula

Crown of the Continent and the Greater Yellowstone Magazine

Table of Contents: Questions, Answers, Solution -- Montana is Beckoning Me: Mia McPherson's Photographs -- Book Review/Recommendation: "Yellowstone Migrations" -- The Swan Range -- 68 Miles of Separation -- The Water Warriors -- The CCC in the Greater Yellowstone -- Greater Yellowstone's Coming Plague -- Field Notes

4-H Programs: An Overview, Darrian Lee

Integrated Studies

This paper will show how 4-H programs, activities, and events give youth opportunities to better members futures. 4-H has been helping community members for more than 100 years! 4-H is grounded in hands-on learning. The 4-H program allows youth to participate in a variety of program in many different areas. The main programs are Agriculture, Family and Consumer Science, Health, Communication, Leadership, Natural Resources, and Science, Engineering and Technology. In addition to a full review of 4-H programs, this paper will also inform the reader about the history of 4-H. The evidence included in this paper shows how 4-H can …

Increasing Client Adherence To A Health And Wellness Lifestyle: Applications Of Exercise Psychology For Professionals, Amber N. Walker

Integrated Studies

Although, physical activity has been called the best medicine in America today, outperforming almost every prescribed medication in the country in terms of overall impact on health, as a whole, few engage in sufficient exercise. According to the CDC, physical activity helps in weight control, reduces risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and metabolic syndrome, and strengthens bones and muscle. It has a profound effect on mental health and mood and will even reduce the risk of some types of cancer, particularly colon and breast cancers. Not only does an active lifestyle have such a significant effect of reducing …

What It Takes To Be A Successful Football Program, Austin P. Thompson

Integrated Studies

Abstract

This research paper explores the basis of what it takes to be a successful football program. In this paper, the reader will find that research was conducted on the topic above. The content of this research paper is to inform a person what it takes to be a successful football program. While there are many teams throughout college football, only a few have long-term success. These programs are what are considered to be successful football programs. Many teams may experience short-term success but they cannot sustain the long-term success that other programs have had and continue to have. After …

From The Field To Fork, Landon Edward Burns Mr.

Integrated Studies

Precision Agriculture is an up and coming side of farming all over the United States. Being able to use technology to benefit the yields is beneficial to all farmers that are using this form of farming. Many different things that make up precision agriculture are Global Positioning systems, self-driven tractors, yield mapping, drones, variable-rate technologies, and remote sensing systems. All of these techniques contribute to making precision agriculture what it is today. Expensive is a key factor in rather or not a farmer will use these techniques, as well as the benefits and drawbacks of each. Precision agriculture is still …

The Obesity Epidemic, Demetric Johnson

Integrated Studies

This article covers the obesity epidemic in America. Childhood obesity and why it is a concern, along with the health complications, such as type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, and other diseases related to childhood obesity. This paper also reaches into the psychological standpoint of obesity in childhood. Obesity in America, and why there has been such an increase in the past decades in obese and overweight children and adults. This paper also covers what the physical and mental health complications can do to an adult. Also included is what experts say are the best ways to prevent obesity.

Are We Guinea Pigs?, Susan Garcia

Integrated Studies

This paper explores published articles that report on results from GMOs (Internet) and offline (non-Internet) and how it affects human body. The articles, however, definitions vary in their uses of genetically modified organisms (GMO) and the products used to tend to the organisms. I have researched some information from Dr. Edwards and from Global Healing Center, which was published in August of 2014. The information was and updated on June of 2016. Dr. Edwards, (2016) Dr. Edwards, urges that to have an understanding of the connections between GMOs and gut health you must first understand what is being done to …

After-School Programs: Benefits, Challenges, And Opportunities, Alexandra Brewer

Integrated Studies

After-School programs have an extraordinary impact on the lives of students, no matter their socio-economic backgrounds or personal lives. Implementing such programs into school systems results in long-term benefits for students, including established morals, life skills, and goal-setting. This paper will explore research about all the different elements that make after-school programs what they are today. The history of such programs will be fully examined, as well as how children benefit from opportunities presented through the many different aspects of after-school programs. The reader will not only gain a better understanding of exactly what after-school programs are, but they will …

The Benefits And Options Of Early Childhood Education, Christina Zordel

Integrated Studies

Early childhood education is a crucial step in a child’s educational journey. This paper begins with a history of early childhood education programs in the United States, from the Head Start program to public and private programs. A child’s participation in a quality early education program is essential to mental, social and academic development, as is evident in the research of several successful model programs. The Abecedarian Project, Perry Preschool Program, Chicago Child-Parent Center, and Abbot Preschool Program provide an excellent evidence base for the benefits of early childhood education. Research of these projects show improvement in several areas, some …

Care For Care-Givers - The Importance Of Caregivers And The Role They Play, Hannah Jo Black

Integrated Studies

Many times, the incredibly difficult role of becoming a caregiver falls onto close family and friends. There is little training for the responsibilities that come along with becoming a caregiver and there is not always support for them outside family or friends. After much research and interviews with others who had been handed the role as caregiver, it is believed that while there are certain types of communication between caregivers and support groups, there should be better communication of where caregivers can turn to in order to find support. The interviews conducted for the sake of this research showed that …

Adhd: The Lifespan And Effects From Adolescence Through Adulthood, Rhonda Springer, Rhonda J. Springer

Integrated Studies

ADHD: THE LIFESPAN AND EFFECTS 4 Abstract The purpose of this paper is to help educate individuals on the choices that aid in the treatment plans, for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, that are available and the long term impacts in which treatment could have on their physical body, social life, emotional well being. This paper explores the cause, symptoms, and treatments available for individuals with ADHD. Current treatment options include medication, essential oils, and multiple therapies that include, fantasy play, cognitive, behavior, etc. This paper, also, identifies the impact of the different symptoms on a gender basis and across the …

Workplace Wellness Programs: Healthy Lifestyles And Economic Success, Jeremy Nelson

Integrated Studies

Abstract

The following is a review of articles and literature on health-care costs, return on investment, employee health benefits, business success, barriers associated with workplace wellness programs and support systems, and an infrastructure that supports implementation. Research and literature on costs, benefits, barriers, and program implementation support is examined in this paper that are associated with successful workplace wellness programs. Findings from this review include a positive return on investment, lower healthcare costs for both the employee and employer, and additional benefits for the employee, employer, and the community. Also, barriers to participate in workplace wellness programs, use of incentives …

Dewey’S Thought On Education And Social Change, Ignacio Perez-Ibanez

Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures Faculty Publications

Dewey published his article “Education and Social Change” in 1937. His preoccupation with this issue is a constant theme in his works, which are infused with ideas about the role that education and, most specifically, our school system have in the transformation of society. His thought has had a tremendous influence on the work of later educational philosophers. He believed in a more democratic, just, free, and peaceful world, where civil liberties and human rights are respected. Education’s main goal should be to create individuals who grasp the complexity and broader implications of social issues and who also feel empowered …

Moderating Factors On The Impact Of B Corporation Certification On Purchasing Intention, Willingness To Pay A Price Premium And Consumer Trust, Albena Ivanova, Jill Maher, Gayle Marco, Melissa Reinbold

Atlantic Marketing Journal

This study determines the impact of B Corp certification on consumers’ attitudes, consumers’ purchasing intention, and consumers’ willingness to pay price premium and investigates the moderating effect of demographics and psychographics on these relationships. A convenient sample of 133 Americans participated. Respondents were exposed to pictures of a product with and without the B Corp logo and meaning. Repeated measures on a single sample research method is applied. Findings indicate a significant overall effect of the certification with description on purchase intentions, willingness to pay a price premium and trust. Additionally, there is a significant moderating effect of consumer demographics …

Evaluation Of Concussion Incidence And Modulating Factors In The 2013-2017 Australian Football League, Ryan Adams, George K. Lau, Jennifer B. Dai, Adam Y. Li, Kevin P. Cheung, Syed Haider, Alex Gometz

Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine (New York) Publications and Research

The increasing awareness and popularization of concussions in the research realm over the last few years have begun to shed more light on the detrimental effects associated with repetitive head trauma. While the majority of the current literature focuses on the National Football League (NFL) and National Hockey League (NHL), several other high-impact sports have been implementing concussion management protocols to protect their players. The Australian Football League (AFL) is a prime example of a major contact sport that has undertaken recent changes to its concussion assessment and management modalities. We recognize the benefit of reporting potential changes in concussion …

Arkansas Razorbacks, 2017-2018, University Of Arkansas, Fayetteville. Athletics Media Relations

Arkansas Men’s Basketball

No abstract provided.

Mortality And Hospitalizations In Intensive Dialysis: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis, A. Mathew, J. A. Mcleggon, N. Mehta, S. Leung, V. Barta, T. Mcginn, G. Nesrallah

Journal Articles

© The Author(s) 2018. Background: Survival and hospitalization are critically important outcomes considered when choosing between intensive hemodialysis (HD), conventional HD, and peritoneal dialysis (PD). However, the comparative effectiveness of these modalities is unclear. Objective: We had the following aims: (1) to compare the association of mortality and hospitalization in patients undergoing intensive HD, compared with conventional HD or PD and (2) to appraise the methodological quality of the supporting evidence. Data Sources: MEDLINE, Embase, ISI Web of Science, CENTRAL, and nephrology conference abstracts. Study Eligibility, Participants, and Interventions: We included cohort studies with comparator arm, and randomized controlled trials …

Safety Of Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy Tubes In Centenarian Patients, Z. A. Sobani, K. Tin, S. Guttmann, A. A. Abbasi, I. Mayer, Y. Tsirlin

Journal Articles

© 2018 Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. Background/Aims: Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) is a relatively safe procedure; however, no study has evaluated the safety of PEG tube placement in patients over the age of 100 years. Methods: We conducted a retrospective review of patient records for patients who underwent PEG tube placement. Thirty patients aged 100 years and older were identified and a random sample of 275 patients was selected for comparison. Results: The mean age of the patients was 80.6±16.2 years. No procedure-related deaths or major complications were identified; the overall inpatient mortality rate was 7.6%. Minor complications were …

Hepatitis C Infection Patterns At A Tertiary Care Center In New York: A Cross-Sectional Study., A. Mahgoub, T. El Imad, H. Al Moussawi, D. Daneshvar, F. G. Haddad, J. Saabiye, G. Abdelsayed, S. Andrawes, L. Deeb

Journal Articles

Introduction In the United States, 2.7 to 3.9 million patients are infected with the hepatitis C virus (HCV) with 3,500 new cases reported yearly. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, HCV was the underlying or contributing cause of death of 19,659 patients in 2014. These facts underscore the need for a better understanding of the scope of this disease. Our epidemiologic study aimed at analyzing the pattern of occurrence of HCV infection at Staten Island University Hospital (SIUH) by evaluating the characteristics of newly infected patients with hepatitis C in 2014. The identified features served to better …

Indwelling Pleural Catheters: Complications And Management Strategies, M. Chalhoub, A. Saqib, M. Castellano

Journal Articles

©Journal of Thoracic Disease. Indwelling pleural catheters (IPCs) are increasingly being used for patients with recurrent malignant pleural effusions. They are simple to place and can be done on an outpatient basis under local anesthesia. IPCs uniformly relieve dyspnea and improve quality of life of patients with malignant pleural effusions. In some patients with recurrent non-malignant pleural effusions, IPCs proved to be effective as well. With increasing use of IPCs, physicians and patients are faced with complications related to the presence of an indwelling catheter for extended periods of time. The purpose of this review is to describe the various …

Chylothorax In Patients With Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia: A Case Series., D. Sammartino, S. Khanijo, S. Koenig, J. F. Katsetos, A. Tufano, K. R. Rai, J. C. Barrientos

Journal Articles

Chylothorax, which is defined as the presence of chyle in the pleural space, is often caused by malignancy. However, chylothorax as a result of underlying CLL is exceedingly rare in the literature. Chyle contains fat soluble vitamins and lymphocytes, meaning that its collection into the pleural space may further exacerbate the immunosupressed state of an individual with CLL. Here, we report three cases of patients with CLL who developed chylothorax, and their management. Chylothorax, although rare with CLL, should be considered in the differential diagnosis when patients with CLL present with pleural effusions, especially if recurrent. Discovery of a chylothorax …

Severe De Novo Ulcerative Colitis Following Ixekizumab Therapy, J. Philipose, M. Ahmed, P. S. Idiculla, S. M. Mulrooney, V. V. Gumaste

Journal Articles

© 2018 The Author(s). Published by S. Karger AG, Basel. Ixekizumab is a selective monoclonal antibody targeting interleukin-17A, approved for the treatment of chronic plaque psoriasis. It has rarely been associated with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in randomized trials only. We report a unique case of severe new-onset ulcerative colitis in a young male complicated by cytomegalovirus infection who was on ixekizumab therapy for plaque psoriasis. We recommend that clinicians should exercise caution before prescribing ixekizumab as it seems to induce and exacerbate IBD.

Management Of Acute Pancreatitis In The Pediatric Population: A Clinical Report From The North American Society For Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology And Nutrition Pancreas Committee, M. Abu-El-Haija, S. Kumar, J. A. Quiros, K. Balakrishnan, B. Barth, S. Bitton, J. F. Eisses, E. J. Foglio, V. Fox, V. D. Morinville, +14 Additional Authors

Journal Articles

No abstract provided.

The Inception Of A Prediabetes Prevention Program In County Government, Gregory R. Grier

Education Dissertations and Projects

With the increasing prevalence and high cost of treatment, diabetes places an enormous demand on economic resources. To combat this issue and rising health care costs,Cleveland County Government took a proactive approach and partnered with its local YMCA. The YMCA was contracted to provide Prediabetes Prevention and Diabetes Control program classes to County employees. The programs were designed to (a) decrease the A1c level of program participants, (b) lower health care costs for the County, and (c) provide education about prevention and maintenance.

The ultimate goal of the program was to assist county administration and staff in their efforts to …

Sisters In Sustainability: Gender-Driven Agricultural Initiatives Promoting Socioeconomic, Environmental, And Cultural Sustainability, Becky Jacobs

College of Law Faculty Scholarship

An increasing number of women are choosing to pursue careers in agriculture. A higher percentage of women are represented among sustainable farmers than are counted among conventional farmers. For example, in the United States, this percentage is 21percent as compared to 9percent. The way in which women farmers approach sustainable agriculture is consistent with the feminist ethic of care that encompasses responsibility, nurturing, relationality, and interdependence. These characteristics are expressed in a number of ways on women-owned or operated sustainable farms. Their farms, for example, have fewer acres than those of male farmers; they plant, cultivate, and harvest by hand …

Town Of Brentwood Annual And School District Reports For The Year Ending December 31, 2017., Brentwood Town Representatives

Brentwood, NH Annual Reports

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

Going Beyond Ethics And Compliance: The Growing Corporate Movement To Embrace Social Value Creation, Seth Green

Loyola University Chicago Law Journal

A growing number of companies are embracing social value creation as a core part of their business strategy. This Essay illuminates why businesses are increasingly committed to doing well and doing good and then analyzes how corporate law is evolving to support this growing corporate movement.