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Study On The Uniformity Of Frozen Beef With Various Sizes And Shapes Thawed By Radio Frequency, He Jia-Ling, Chen Lu, Zhang Ru-Yi, Zhu Ya-Li, Li Feng, Jiao Yang Feb 2020

Study On The Uniformity Of Frozen Beef With Various Sizes And Shapes Thawed By Radio Frequency, He Jia-Ling, Chen Lu, Zhang Ru-Yi, Zhu Ya-Li, Li Feng, Jiao Yang

Food and Machinery

To investigate the effects of geometric parameters on uniformity of frozen beef thawed by radio frequency (RF), frozen beef samples with 8 different shapes, thickness, bottom areas and placements were thawed in a RF oven (40.68 MHz) respectively for determining the thawing uniformity. Meanwhile, a computer model was established and utilized to predict the thawing rate and temperature distribution of the samples. The predicted temperature distribution showed a good agreement with the experimental results. The general thawing rates of all beef samples are constant and then decreased gradually as reaching the phase change temperature zone. Samples with larger thickness showed …

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Daily Eastern News: February 28, 2020, Eastern Illinois University Feb 2020

Daily Eastern News: February 28, 2020, Eastern Illinois University

February

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Lifespan Of Long-Lived Growth Hormone Receptor Knockout Mice Was Not Normalized By Housing At 30°C Since Weaning, Yimin Fang, Samuel Mcfadden, Justin Darcy, Erin R. Hascup, Kevin Hascup, Andrzej Bartke Feb 2020

Lifespan Of Long-Lived Growth Hormone Receptor Knockout Mice Was Not Normalized By Housing At 30°C Since Weaning, Yimin Fang, Samuel Mcfadden, Justin Darcy, Erin R. Hascup, Kevin Hascup, Andrzej Bartke

Articles

Growth hormone receptor knockout (GHRKO) mice are remarkably long-lived and have improved glucose homeostasis along with altered energy metabolism which manifests through decreased respiratory quotient (RQ) and increased oxygen consumption (VO2 ). Short-term exposure of these animals to increased environmental temperature (eT) at 30°C can normalize their VO2 and RQ. We hypothesized that increased heat loss in the diminutive GHRKO mice housed at 23°C and the consequent metabolic adjustments to meet the increased energy demand for thermogenesis may promote extension of longevity, and preventing these adjustments by chronic exposure to increased eT will reduce or eliminate their longevity …

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Econutrition Cafe Series Offers Insights On Combating Food Waste, Janae Hudson Feb 2020

Econutrition Cafe Series Offers Insights On Combating Food Waste, Janae Hudson

University of Mississippi News

Office of Food and Nutrition Security to host events on nutrition policy, sustainability

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Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers, Polybrominated Biphenyls, And Risk Of Papillary Thyroid Cancer: A Nested Case-Control Study, Robert Udelsman Feb 2020

Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers, Polybrominated Biphenyls, And Risk Of Papillary Thyroid Cancer: A Nested Case-Control Study, Robert Udelsman

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A nested case-control study was carried out using data from the US Department of Defense cohort between 2000 and 2013 to investigate the associations of papillary thyroid cancer (PTC) with serum concentrations of polybrominated diphenyl ethers and polybrominated biphenyls. This study included 742 histologically confirmed PTC cases (in 341 women and 401 men) and 742 matched controls with prediagnostic serum samples from the Department of Defense Serum Repository. Lipid-corrected serum concentrations of 8 congeners were measured. Multivariate conditional logistic regression analyses were performed for classical PTC and follicular variant of PTC, respectively. We also examined effect modification by sex. BDE-28, …

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Antioxidant Capacity Of Thistle (Cirsium Japonicum) In Various Drying Methods And Their Protection Effect On Neuronal Pc12 Cells And Caenorhabditis Elegans, Miran Jang, Kee Hong Kim, Gun-Hee Kim Feb 2020

Antioxidant Capacity Of Thistle (Cirsium Japonicum) In Various Drying Methods And Their Protection Effect On Neuronal Pc12 Cells And Caenorhabditis Elegans, Miran Jang, Kee Hong Kim, Gun-Hee Kim

Department of Food Science Faculty Publications

The aim of this study was, firstly, to evaluate the phenol profile of thistle (Cirsium japonicum, CJ) by High performance liquid chromatography-electrospray ionization–mass spectrometry (HPLC–ESI–MS), dried by different methods (90 ◦C hot-air, 70 ◦C hot-air, shade-, and freeze-drying). Secondly, we aimed to evaluate the relationship between phenolic compounds content and antioxidant properties. CJ contained chlorogenic acid, linarin, and pectolinarin. Total phenolic contents of CJ significantly decreased under hot-air-drying condition, especially chlorogenic acid contents in CJ have been reduced by 85% and 60% for 90 ◦C and 70 ◦C hot-air-drying, respectively. We evaluated the protective effect on adrenal pheochromocytoma (PC12) cells …

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The Effects Of Temperature And Precipitation On Growth In Beef Cattle For The Southern Illinois Region, Cameron Helderman Feb 2020

The Effects Of Temperature And Precipitation On Growth In Beef Cattle For The Southern Illinois Region, Cameron Helderman

Research Papers

The demand for beef around the United States has been growing exponentially over the years because of our growing population. This means that producers must maximize the growth and development of their cattle and herds in total so that they can meet that growing demand. Many factors come into consideration when making decisions on increasing the turnover rate on the farm, but one of those big decisions is weather, especially temperature and precipitation. These two variables can have a direct effect on the growth and development of cattle. If conditions are harsh, their feed intake could decrease because of sickness, …

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Pengaruh Peta Pemikiran Dalam Pembelajaran Berbasis Masalah Terhadap Penguasaan Konsep Dan Literasi Sains Siswa Smp, Latifah Hanim, Herawati Susilo, Lia Yuliati Feb 2020

Pengaruh Peta Pemikiran Dalam Pembelajaran Berbasis Masalah Terhadap Penguasaan Konsep Dan Literasi Sains Siswa Smp, Latifah Hanim, Herawati Susilo, Lia Yuliati

Jurnal Pendidikan: Teori, Penelitian, dan Pengembangan

This study aims to determine the effectiveness of PBL with thinking map on the mastery of the concept and students' scientific literacy in digestive system material, additives and addictive substances, and respiratory system in human. This quantitative study involved 94 students consisting of 3 classes, namely 31 students of class VIII C, 31 students of class VIII E and 32 students of class VIII A SMP Negeri 5 Jombang academic year 2018/2019. The results showed PBL assisted thinking map effective on mastering the concept of content dimensions and against scientific literacy in digestive system material, additives and addictive substances, and …

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The Effectiveness Of Physical Education Learning In Elementary School Located In Wetland Environment, Mashud Mashud Feb 2020

The Effectiveness Of Physical Education Learning In Elementary School Located In Wetland Environment, Mashud Mashud

Jurnal Pendidikan: Teori, Penelitian, dan Pengembangan

This paper aims at finding out the effectiveness of Physical education subject in elementary school in wetland areas. This paper used qualitative and quantitative descriptive research. This paper took the entire schools in wetland areas (around Banjar and Baritokuala Regency) as the population. The sample of this research was taken by using a purposive sampling method. This paper used the assessment instrument of the teacher’s ability, which focuses on the learning stage (Pre-, during, and Post-) and interview guidelines. The data obtained were analyzed using quantitative and qualitative descriptive analysis. The results found that the Physical education subject of elementary …

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Progresses Of The Screening Strategies And The Effect Mechanism Researches Of Food-Derived Immunopeptides, Wen Li, Liu Bu-Qing, Xu Zhou, Chen Mao-Long, Cheng Yun-Hui Feb 2020

Progresses Of The Screening Strategies And The Effect Mechanism Researches Of Food-Derived Immunopeptides, Wen Li, Liu Bu-Qing, Xu Zhou, Chen Mao-Long, Cheng Yun-Hui

Food and Machinery

The global undergoing strategies of screening the food-derived immunopeptides were summarized in this review, and the prospective using of computational science was emphasized. Moreover, the research background of the molecular mechanism of the food-derive immunopeptides was reviewed, and a new research strategy was also proposed, i. e. combining the multi-omics, bioinformatics, and cellular and animal experiments to investigate their molecular mechanism.

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The Dynamic Change And Correlation Analysis Between Flavor And Quality In The Pickling Crab Paste, Zheng Rui-Xing, Ding Yuan, Xing Jia-Li, Cheng Hai, Zhang Shu-Fen, Mao Ling-Yan Feb 2020

The Dynamic Change And Correlation Analysis Between Flavor And Quality In The Pickling Crab Paste, Zheng Rui-Xing, Ding Yuan, Xing Jia-Li, Cheng Hai, Zhang Shu-Fen, Mao Ling-Yan

Food and Machinery

To explore the scientific representation about the dynamic change of crab paste in pickling periods, fresh swimming crab was prepared for pickling the crab paste. Thereafter, the sensory and physical-chemical properties(pH, total volatile basic nitrogen, thiobarbituric acid, and free amino acid)and total plate count of different pickling periods (0, 6, 18, 30 and 42 h) were analyzed, and the correlation analysis and regression prediction model were carried out. The correlation analysis results showed that the free amino acid had no relation with sensory qualities. The flavor sensory properties such as fishy smell, sulfur smell, plumpness and flexibility were all significantly …

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Preparation Of Soluble Dietary Fiber From Okara, Wheat Bran And Pear Residue By Liquid Fermentation With Monascus Anka, Sun Cong-Cong, Li Xing-Jiang, Mu Dong-Dong, Chen Xiao-Ju, Liu Shu-Yun, Zhang Min, Pan Li-Jun, Jiang Shao-Tong, Zheng Zhi, Chen Ming-Xin, Wu Xue-Feng Feb 2020

Preparation Of Soluble Dietary Fiber From Okara, Wheat Bran And Pear Residue By Liquid Fermentation With Monascus Anka, Sun Cong-Cong, Li Xing-Jiang, Mu Dong-Dong, Chen Xiao-Ju, Liu Shu-Yun, Zhang Min, Pan Li-Jun, Jiang Shao-Tong, Zheng Zhi, Chen Ming-Xin, Wu Xue-Feng

Food and Machinery

The preparation process and characteristics of soluble dietary fiber (SDF)were investigated during the liquid fermentation with Monascus Anka 3.4811, when okara, wheat bran and pear residue were used as substrates. The optimal fermentation conditions were obtained as followed: okara fermentation time was 7 d, solid-liquid ratio was 1∶15 (g/mL), inoculum amount was 13%; wheat bran fermentation time was 6 d, ratio of material to liquid was 1∶15 (g/mL), inoculum was 14%; pear residue fermentation time was 6 d, ratio of material to liquid was 1∶20 (g/mL), inoculum was 14%. With the fermentation, the solubility, water holding capacity and oil holding …

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Effect Of Different Heat Pump Temperatures On Drying Rate And Quality Of White Radish, Yu Yang-Yang, Tang Dao-Bang, Wen Jing, Wu Ji-Jun, Yu Yuan-Shan, An Ke-Jing, Zou Ying Feb 2020

Effect Of Different Heat Pump Temperatures On Drying Rate And Quality Of White Radish, Yu Yang-Yang, Tang Dao-Bang, Wen Jing, Wu Ji-Jun, Yu Yuan-Shan, An Ke-Jing, Zou Ying

Food and Machinery

In order to explore the effects of different heat pump temperatures on the drying rate and quality of white radish during drying, heat pumps at 50, 55, 60, 65 ℃ were designed to dry white radish. The drying rate, color, nutrition, rehydration ratio and micro-structure of white radish at different heat pump temperatures were compared. The results showed that the moisture content of white radish decreased to (8±1)% at 50, 55, 60, 65 ℃ heat pump temperatures, which required 12, 11, 10, 9 hours respectively. Hot air drying at different temperatures had certain effects on the physical and chemical properties …

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Advances In The Detection Method Of Prohibited Plant Growth Regulators In Bean Sprouts, Meng Ji-Qiu, Cao Jin-Bo, Sun Ya-Ning, Hu Xiao-Fei, Li Zhao-Zhou, Chen Xiu-Jin, Deng Rui-Guang, Wang Yao Feb 2020

Advances In The Detection Method Of Prohibited Plant Growth Regulators In Bean Sprouts, Meng Ji-Qiu, Cao Jin-Bo, Sun Ya-Ning, Hu Xiao-Fei, Li Zhao-Zhou, Chen Xiu-Jin, Deng Rui-Guang, Wang Yao

Food and Machinery

In view of the frequent incidents of “problematic sprouts” in recent years, this paper introduced the function and harm of 6-Benzylaminopurine and other plant growth regulators which were forbidden to be added in the production of bean sprouts. Moreover, the application status of high performance liquid chromatography, surface enhanced Raman spectroscopy, electrochemical, immunoassay and biosensor in the detection of growth regulators were also reviewed, and the development direction of detection methods was prospected.

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Biological Activities Of Theaflavin-3,3’-Digallate And Its Mechanism Of Action, Lei Shi-Cheng, Sun Da-Li, Wang Ya-Jie, Zhou Yan, Zhang Qing-Hai Feb 2020

Biological Activities Of Theaflavin-3,3’-Digallate And Its Mechanism Of Action, Lei Shi-Cheng, Sun Da-Li, Wang Ya-Jie, Zhou Yan, Zhang Qing-Hai

Food and Machinery

This review summarized the recent researches on the bioactivity of theaflavin-3,3’-digallate (TFDG) and its action mechanisms, including anti-oxidation, anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, anti-viral as well as anti-metabolic syndrome. Meanwhile, the perspective of such research was discussed, so as to promote the further studies of red tea resources and the exploitation of health products.

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Evaluation Of Grasslands Of Mahboobnagar District, Telangana State, M. Shanti, T. Shashikala, R. V. T. Balazzii Naaiik, Ch. Chiranjeevi, R. Susheela, M. Anuradha Feb 2020

Evaluation Of Grasslands Of Mahboobnagar District, Telangana State, M. Shanti, T. Shashikala, R. V. T. Balazzii Naaiik, Ch. Chiranjeevi, R. Susheela, M. Anuradha

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

Telangana state is gifted with rich livestock resources; 50.3 lakh cattle, 41.9 lakh buffaloes, 128.7 lakh sheep and 46.7 lakh goats ( Livestock census, 2012).The district of Mahboobnagar in this newly formed State is known for its huge cattle, sheep and goat population. The district ranks first in sheep (37, 30,689) and goat (6, 87,066) population among all districts of state, though ranks second and sixth in cattle and buffalo population, respectively (Live stock census, 2012). The most common sources of fodder to feed these livestock are crop residues (68%), forages from common property resources (CPRs) like forests, pastures and …

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Study On Population Distribution, Morphological Structure And Physiological-Biochemical Characteristics Of Dactylis Glomerata In Different Geographical Areas Of Tianshan Mountains Of Xinjiang In China, Xianhua Zhang, Jinzhong Zhu Feb 2020

Study On Population Distribution, Morphological Structure And Physiological-Biochemical Characteristics Of Dactylis Glomerata In Different Geographical Areas Of Tianshan Mountains Of Xinjiang In China, Xianhua Zhang, Jinzhong Zhu

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

As one important cool-season grass with high resource value, Dactylis glomerata has many characteristics such as good adaptability, high nutritional value and so on. It is one of the major cultivated species planted in high quality artificial grassland in the world. Xinjiang is one of the major areas have rich germplasm resource of wild Dactylis glomerata, and it is a natural gene pool. In order to protect and make good use of wild plant resources, this study focused on the distribution patterns, distribution regulation, morphological structure and physiological-biochemical characteristics of wild Dactylis glomerata grown in different geographical areas of …

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Ecologists And Economists Unite, David Suzuki Feb 2020

Ecologists And Economists Unite, David Suzuki

The International Journal of Ethical Leadership

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V. 87, Iss. 8, February 27, 2020 Feb 2020

V. 87, Iss. 8, February 27, 2020

Archway (1946-2020)

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The First Gynandromorph Of The Neotropical Bee Megalopta Amoena (Spinola, 1853) (Halictidae) With Notes On Its Circadian Rhythm, Erin Krichilsky, Álvaro Vega-Hidalgo, Kate Hunter, Callum Kingwell, Chelsey Ritner, William Wcislo, Adam Smith Feb 2020

The First Gynandromorph Of The Neotropical Bee Megalopta Amoena (Spinola, 1853) (Halictidae) With Notes On Its Circadian Rhythm, Erin Krichilsky, Álvaro Vega-Hidalgo, Kate Hunter, Callum Kingwell, Chelsey Ritner, William Wcislo, Adam Smith

All PIRU Publications

Gynandromorphy is an anomaly that results in an organism phenotypically expressing both male and female characteristics. Here we describe the first gynandromorph of the bee species Megalopta amoena (Spinola, 1853) (Halictidae, Augochlorini) and the second record of this anomaly within the genus Megalopta. Additionally, we analyzed the bee’s circadian rhythm, which has never before been quantified for a gynandromorph. The gynandromorph showed a deviant activity pattern; it was intermediate between that of the male and female M. amoena. Our results imply that the brains of bilateral gynandromorphs may have mixed sex-specific signaling. Based on four days of recording, …

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Detection Of Neopterin In The Urine Of Captive And Wild Platyrrhines, Alexandra J. Sacco, Jessica A. Mayhew, Mrinalini Watsa, Gideon Erkenswick, April K. Binder Feb 2020

Detection Of Neopterin In The Urine Of Captive And Wild Platyrrhines, Alexandra J. Sacco, Jessica A. Mayhew, Mrinalini Watsa, Gideon Erkenswick, April K. Binder

All Faculty Scholarship for the College of the Sciences

Background: Non-invasive biomarkers can facilitate health assessments in wild primate populations by reducing the need for direct access to animals. Neopterin is a biomarker that is a product of the cell-mediated immune response, with high levels being indicative of poor survival expectations in some cases. The measurement of urinary neopterin concentration (UNC) has been validated as a method for monitoring cell-mediated immune system activation in multiple catarrhine species, but to date there is no study testing its utility in the urine of platyrrhine species. In this study, we collected urine samples across three platyrrhine families including small captive populations of …

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Exploring Attitudes And Reactions To Unfamiliar Food Pairings: An Examination Of The Underlying Motivations And The Impact Of Culinary Education, Mark Traynor, Andrew Moreo, Lisa Cain, Roisin Burke, Catherine Barry-Ryan Feb 2020

Exploring Attitudes And Reactions To Unfamiliar Food Pairings: An Examination Of The Underlying Motivations And The Impact Of Culinary Education, Mark Traynor, Andrew Moreo, Lisa Cain, Roisin Burke, Catherine Barry-Ryan

Articles

A mixed-methodology study was conducted to better understand consumer attitudes and behaviors toward novel food pairings and the impact of culinary education. Focus groups were conducted to investigate the underlying motivational factors to the reactions and behaviors toward unfamiliar foods. The second phase of the study consisted of sensory evaluation by two separate cohorts, panelists with and without culinary education, of food products created through the novel pairings of foods. Panelists with culinary education expressed a greater overall liking for the animal-based pairing. Sensory-Affective and Ideational factors appeared to be underlying motivational factors of these hedonic reactions.

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Daily Eastern News: February 27, 2020, Eastern Illinois University Feb 2020

Daily Eastern News: February 27, 2020, Eastern Illinois University

February

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Implementing Policy, Systems, And Environmental Change Through Community Coalitions And Extension Partnerships To Address Obesity In Rural Louisiana, Denise Holston, Jessica Stroope, Melissa Cater, Michelle Kendall, Stephanie Broyles Feb 2020

Implementing Policy, Systems, And Environmental Change Through Community Coalitions And Extension Partnerships To Address Obesity In Rural Louisiana, Denise Holston, Jessica Stroope, Melissa Cater, Michelle Kendall, Stephanie Broyles

Faculty Publications

Community coalitions and agents funded by the Louisiana State University Agricultural Center's Healthy Communities program implemented multilevel obesity prevention interventions in 3 rural parishes (ie, counties) with an obesity prevalence of 40% or higher. The Healthy Communities coalitions appraised local health concerns through needs assessments and community forums. On the basis of local needs and the evidence base, the coalitions identified and implemented policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) strategies and supporting education to promote healthy behavior change among residents, overcoming barriers in the process. Interventions varied by parish but included Complete Streets implementation plans, healthy retail initiatives, play space improvements, …

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February 27, 2020, Caa Feb 2020

February 27, 2020, Caa

Minutes

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Food Matrix And The Microbiome: Considerations For Preclinical Chronic Disease Studies, Robert E. Ward, Abby D. Benninghoff, Korry J. Hintze Feb 2020

Food Matrix And The Microbiome: Considerations For Preclinical Chronic Disease Studies, Robert E. Ward, Abby D. Benninghoff, Korry J. Hintze

Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food Sciences Faculty Publications

Animal models of chronic disease are continuously being refined and have evolved with the goal of increasing the translation of results to human populations. Examples of this progress include transgenic models and germ-free animals conventionalized with human microbiota. The gut microbiome is involved in the etiology of several chronic diseases. Therefore, consideration of the experimental conditions that may affect the gut microbiome in preclinical disease is very important. Of note, diet plays a large role in shaping the gut microbiome and can be a source of variation between animal models and human populations. Traditionally, nutrition researchers have focused on manipulating …

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The Type Of Questions Being Promoted In A 10th Grade Social Studies Textbook, Christie A. Vanderhook Feb 2020

The Type Of Questions Being Promoted In A 10th Grade Social Studies Textbook, Christie A. Vanderhook

Seton Hall University Dissertations and Theses (ETDs)

The importance of questioning is a crucial skill for the 21st century learner. The importance of having questioning designed to develop higher order thinking is critical. Much of today’s educational research notes the importance of the competitive skills and knowledge students must obtain in order to be successful academically in college entry courses, in vocational training programs, and ultimately, when navigating the real world. Questioning within the classroom setting can help students develop critical thinking ideas, scaffold classroom discussions, and guide students to an advanced level of cognition. Through the skillful art of questioning, teachers can establish students’ prior knowledge …

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A Case Study On The Implementation Of Common Core State Standards In An Urban Charter School Of New Jersey And Its Influence On College Readiness Of High School Students, Mursel Gunes Feb 2020

A Case Study On The Implementation Of Common Core State Standards In An Urban Charter School Of New Jersey And Its Influence On College Readiness Of High School Students, Mursel Gunes

Seton Hall University Dissertations and Theses (ETDs)

For this research, four college readiness metrics were examined with the aim of analyzing the effects that implementing the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) in an urban charter school in New Jersey will have on the college readiness of the school’s high school students. These metrics used were (a) participation rates in PSAT/PLAN, SAT, and AP/IB tests; (b) percentage of students who took SAT and scored 1,550 or above; (c) percentage of students who took AP/IB tests and scored three or more; and (d) schoolwide post-secondary program enrollment rates. Using a sequential mixed methods design, the researcher first analyzed these …

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Characterization Of Urinary Concentrations Of Heavy Metals Among Socioeconomically Disadvantaged Black Pregnant Women, Inkyu Han, Kristina W Whitworth, Xueying Zhang, Masoud Afshar, Pamela D Berens, Elaine Symanski Feb 2020

Characterization Of Urinary Concentrations Of Heavy Metals Among Socioeconomically Disadvantaged Black Pregnant Women, Inkyu Han, Kristina W Whitworth, Xueying Zhang, Masoud Afshar, Pamela D Berens, Elaine Symanski

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

The objective of this study was to characterize exposures to metals using biological samples collected on socioeconomically disadvantaged black pregnant women. We obtained 131 anonymous urine samples provided by black pregnant women visiting a Medicaid-serving prenatal clinic in Houston, TX, from March 27, 2017 to April 11, 2017. We analyzed urine samples for 15 metals including cadmium (Cd), arsenic (As), lead (Pb), and nickel (Ni) and for creatinine and cotinine. We found that median concentrations of zinc (Zn), selenium (Se), and aluminum (Al) among black pregnant women in this study were 1.5 to 3 times higher than levels reported among …

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Role Of Coastal Environmental Conditions During Austral Winter On Plankton Community Dynamics And The Occurrence Of Pseudo-Nitzschia Spp. And Domoic Acid In Inhambane Province, Mozambique, Holly Kelchner Feb 2020

Role Of Coastal Environmental Conditions During Austral Winter On Plankton Community Dynamics And The Occurrence Of Pseudo-Nitzschia Spp. And Domoic Acid In Inhambane Province, Mozambique, Holly Kelchner

LSU Master's Theses

Harmful algal blooms (HABs) are increasing globally in frequency, persistence, and geographic extent. HABs pose a threat to economic stability, and ecosystem and human health. To date no incidences of marine toxins produced by phytoplankton have been recorded in Mozambique, which may be due to the absence of a monitoring program and general awareness of the potential threat. This study is the first documentation of the occurrence of a neurotoxin, domoic acid (DA), produced by the diatom genus Pseudo-nitzschia spp. along the east coast of Africa. The coast of Inhambane Province is a biodiversity hotspot where year-round Rhincodon typus (whale …

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