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Starter Transplant Solutions Do Not Improve Cabbage Yield In High-Fertility Soil, Charlie Rohwer, Jesen Hosch

Midwest Vegetable Trial Reports

Starter fertilizers, generally high in phosphorus, are often used when transplanting vegetable crops. However, many small-scale vegetable growers have very high soil phosphorus levels, and phosphorus may be unnecessary in such conditions. Alternatively, enhanced soil microbial activity at transplant may help to make the soil phosphorus more available to the transplants. We tested this by using molasses or high-P fertilizer in the transplant solution when planting cabbage into high-fertility soil. Results indicate no benefit to cabbage from any transplant solution in high-fertility conditions, and detrimental effects from the large amount of molasses used.

Lowell Hardin: Mentor Extraordinaire, Larry L. Murdock, Thomas W. Hertel, Gebisa Ejeta

Purdue University Press Books

Lowell Stewart Hardin (1917–2015), an Indiana farm boy who became an enormously influential international agriculturalist, made the world a better place for the poor and the hungry on this earth. For seventeen years he led the Ford Foundation’s agricultural development efforts, contributing to the Green Revolution. He helped to found and guide international agriculture research centers in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. He inspired others to get involved and opened doors for them. He taught by example, gave others credit, and always stepped back, avoiding the limelight himself. In this volume, twenty-two people who knew him well share stories of …

Synergistic Effects Of Bacillus Coagulans And Β-Glucans: Potential Benefits Of Probiotic And Prebiotic Use On The Gastrointestinal Tract And Microbiome In Humans, Jennifer Bermudez

Annual Research Symposium

No abstract provided.

February 2025 Academic Affairs Minutes, University Of Nebraska At Kearney Academic Affairs Committee

Academic Affairs Committee Minutes

No abstract provided.

Wild Licorice (Glycyrrhiza Lepidota) Identification And Management In Pastures, Jacob Hadfield, Taun Beddes, Michael Caron, Corey Ransom

All Current Publications

Wild licorice, also known as American licorice, is a perennial legume native to North America, commonly found in the western United States. Wild licorice reproduces rapidly through seeds and rhizomes, leading to large infestations, particularly in pastures. The low preference of livestock for wild licorice results in overgrazing of other plant species, leaving them at a competitive disadvantage, further promoting the spread of wild licorice and contributing to pasture infestations. This fact sheet reviews the identification and management of wild licorice in pastures.

Gender And Sexuality: Lgbtq+ Youth Experiences, Lauren B. Mcinroy, Kathryn Macapagal, Oliver Beer, Claire Coyne

School of Health Professions

Internet-enabled information and communication technologies (ICTs) pose simultaneous risks and opportunities for contemporary lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or otherwise sexual and/or gender diverse (LGBTQ+) adolescents and young adults—a population who may be particularly active users of ICTs. This chapter provides a brief overview of LGBTQ+ youths’ lived experiences and barriers to care, followed by a review of extant knowledge regarding the ICT experiences of this population with a particular focus on the context of the United States. Significant gaps in knowledge regarding LGBTQ+ youths’ engagement with ICTs persist and proposed areas of inquiry for future research are provided. As …

Effects Of A Sprint Post-Activation Performance Enhancement Stimulus On Discus Throw Performance In Collegiate Division I Throwers: A Pilot Study, Reagan Hulet, Mark Debeliso Phd, Marcus M. Lawrence

International Journal of Exercise Science

International Journal of Exercise Science 18(3): 251-262, 2025. No study has determined the impact a sprinting potentiating stimulus has on discus throwing performance in collegiate throwers. To test the hypothesis, that compared to a dynamic warm-up alone (DyWU), a dynamic warm-up with a multi-set sprinting potentiating stimulus (DyWU+SPR) would enhance discus throw performance. 12 NCAA Division I thrower athletes (18-25 year) randomly completed two sessions separated by at least 48 hours. One session involved a standardized dynamic warm-up (DyWU) and the other session involved a DyWU with multiple sets of a sprinting post-activation performance enhancement (PAPE) stimulus (DyWU+SPR), with both …

1 Studying The Determinants Of Successful Aging: Diet, Lifestyle, And Social Relations In Egypt, Fayrouz Shaltout

Theses and Dissertations

Abstract

Background

The global population is aging rapidly, with projections indicating that by 2050, one in six people will be over the age of 65. In Egypt, the aging population, particularly those aged 60 and above, is expected to grow significantly, posing a growing public health concern. Unhealthful diets (that are associated with overweight and obesity), are one of the main reasons associated with non-communicable diseases (e.g., diabetes and cardiovascular diseases) are major risk factors for poor aging outcomes. Despite this, there is limited research on the specific determinants of successful aging (SA) in Egypt, especially among individuals aged 50 …

February 19, 2025 (Vol. 109, No. 19), Daily Eastern News

Daily Eastern News: 2024-2025

No abstract provided.

Silencing Faf2 Mitigates Alcohol-Induced Hepatic Steatosis By Modulating Lipolysis And Pcsk9 Pathway, Nazmul Huda, Praveen Kusumanchi, Yanchao Jiang, Hui Gao, Themis Thoudam, Ge Zeng, Nicholas J. Skill, Zhaoli Sun, Suthat Liangpunsakul, Jing Ma, Zhihong Yang

School of Medicine Faculty Publications

BACKGROUND: Chronic alcohol consumption leads to lipid accumulation, oxidative stress, cellular damage, and inflammation in the liver, collectively referred to as alcohol-associated liver disease (ALD). FAF2/UBXD8/ETEA (Fas-associated factor 2) is a ubiquitin ligase adaptor protein that plays a crucial role in the ubiquitin-mediated degradation of misfolded proteins in the endoplasmic reticulum. A recent genome-wide association study indicated an association between FAF2 and ALD; however, the exact contribution of FAF2 to ALD pathogenesis remains unclear. METHODS: FAF2 was knocked down using AAV-delivered shRNA in C57/BL6 mice. Mice were subjected to a chronic-plus-single binge ethanol feeding (NIAAA) model. Nine hours after gavage, …

Common And Uncommon Health Conditions In Adolescents And Adults With Down Syndrome, Brian Chicoine

Advocate GME

Some health conditions such as thyroid disorders and sleep apnea are more common in people with Down syndrome compared to people without Down syndrome. Other conditions such as solid tumor cancers and high blood pressure are less common. In this presentation, Brian Chicoine, MD, will describe differences in the prevalence of health conditions in adolescents and adults with Down syndrome compared to those without Down syndrome. He will discuss how these differences may affect health promotion and health care of people with Down syndrome. He will also highlight different types of resources that can be used by people with Down …

Elevated Root-Zone P And Nutrient Concentration Do Not Increase Yield Or Cannabinoids In Medical Cannabis, Julie A. Hershkowitz, F. Mitchell Westmoreland, Bruce Bugbee

Plants, Soils and Climate Student Research

Elevating nutrient input is thought to increase yield and cannabinoid concentration of medical cannabis, but increased legalization has heightened awareness of the environmental impact of overfertilization. Elevated levels of phosphorus (P) are of particular concern. Here we report the effects of increasing P above levels adequate for other crops (15, 30, 45, 60, or 90 mg per L) and the interactive effects of elevated P with elevated nutrient solution concentration (electrical conductivity; 2 and 4 mS per cm). We used closed-system hydroponics to continuously quantify rootzone nutrient concentrations. The concentration of P in leaf tissue doubled and flower P concentration …

The Parthenon, February 19, 2025, Sarah Davis, Baylee Parsons, Kaitlyn Fleming, Nate Harrah, Caden Adkins, Scott Price, Ella Bumgardner, Wade Sullivan

The Parthenon

No abstract provided.

Commensality In The Eateries Of Roman Pompeii, Amaya Yolanda Eckersley

Dissertations and Theses

Despite a nearly 300-year excavation history at Pompeii and many identified eating and drinking establishments, social behavior in these public or semi-public spaces has eluded significant research. Elite Roman literature is the traditional guideline for understanding Roman mealtimes and what they meant for social behavior. This literature, however, fails to accurately represent its sub-elite inhabitants. These sub-elites of Rome largely had their meals prepared outside of their homes. Pompeii is no exception and provides a massive boon for researchers willing to consider archaeological evidence. The buildings and evidence buried at Pompeii have ultimately shown a wide array of tabernae related …

To Enhance Sustainable Development Goal Research, Open Up Commercial Satellite Image Archives, Philippe Rufin, Patrick Meyfroidt, Felicia O. Akinyemi, Lyndon Estes, Esther Shupei Ibrahim, Meha Jain, Hannah Kerner, Sá Nogueira Lisboa, David Lobell, Catherine Nakalembe, Claudio Persello, Michelle C.A. Picoli, Natasha Ribeiro, Almeida Alberto Sitoe, Katharina Waha, Sherrie Wang

Geography

Observing the Earth with satellites offers clear advantages when it comes to tracking the health of the planet—consistent measurements that can be translated into environmentally relevant estimates, such as carbon, crop productivity, or land use. The resulting information covers large regions, irrespective of administrative boundaries. These measurements also drastically reduce costs compared with on-the-ground data collection efforts. Earth observation (EO) data thereby efficiently deliver timely insights that can directly inform sustainability debates, including with regard to United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). At the heart of these efforts are open data initiatives linked to the public release of medium- …

Breastfeeding Interventions And Programs Conducted In The Islamic Republic Of Iran: A Scoping Review, Patricia J. Kelly, Amrita Sidhu, Anusha Sajja, Devanshi Majeethia, Elizabeth Dodge, Basil H. Aboul-Enein

College of Nursing Faculty Papers & Presentations

The purpose of this review was to identify interventions promoting breastfeeding (BF), BF practices and their outcomes in Iran. Using the PRISMA-ScR Guidelines, we searched across 14 databases for publications published between 2010 and February 2024 to identify studies published in English or Farsi language in peer-reviewed journals, using search terms 'breastfeeding', 'lactation', 'education', 'promotion', 'intervention' and 'program'. Inclusion criteria included intervention-based studies with quantitative outcomes of pregnant women/mothers receiving education, training or other intervention that promoted BF or exclusive BF. Excluded studies were protocols, those examining Iranian communities outside of Iran publications in other languages, brief communications, gray literature …

Dental Phobia And Oral Health: Assessing Its Impact On Quality Of Life, Mahak Sargodhia, Kamran H. Awan

Annual Research Symposium

No abstract provided.

Spartan Daily, February 19, 2025, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily, 2025

Volume 164, Issue 12

Effect Of Multispecies Swards On The Fat Composition And Oxidative Stability Of Milk From Dairy Cows In Mid-Late Lactation, Samuel Rapisarda, Kate M. Mccarthy, Tommy M. Boland, Helen Sheridan, Frank J. Monahan, Finbar J. Mulligan, Graham O'Neill, Nissreen Abu-Ghannam

Articles

Multispecies swards have been recognized as more sustainable than traditional ryegrass systems, in addition to providing a range of phytochemicals to the ruminant diet. In this regard, polyphenols may be linked to higher levels of bioactive fatty acids in milk and enhanced nutraceutical properties in dairy products. This study compares the fat composition and oxidative stability of milk produced by cows fed on multispecies swards (MULTI) with milk from two conventional swards [a perennial ryegrass monoculture (PRG) and a mixture of perennial ryegrass and white clover (PRG + WC)] during the Irish summer. Milk from cows fed on MULTI had …

Integrating Planetary Health Into Public Health Education For Sustainable Healthcare Practices, Eman Aboualy

Theses and Dissertations

Introduction: Integrating planetary health in public health education became an urgent global call for action since the WHO announced that the climate change and environmental degradation are the most threat facing the humanity in the recent decades (1). According to that, many countries are developing strategies for counteracting and mitigating the impact of climate change and restore the planetary health. These strategies are including policy drafting and preparing their public health professionals to recognize and address the health effects of environmental change, promote practices for sustainable healthcare. Although Egypt is formulating different policies to cope with and respond to the …

The Effect Of China’S Universal Two-Child Policy On Female Employment: A Mixed-Methods Analysis Of Labor Market Outcomes, Sijia Zhao

Theses and Dissertations

This study analyzes the effects of China's Universal Two-Child Policy, enacted in 2016, on women's employment outcomes. The implementation of this policy has highlighted the challenges women face in the labor market, revealing a significant disparity between the policy's effects and expectations, as evidenced by the simultaneous occurrence of low fertility intentions and employment difficulties. This research employs a mixed methodology to systematically evaluate the policy's effects on the quality and stability of women's employment while also investigating the underlying mechanisms of this impact. The research indicates that the Universal Two-Child Policy adversely affects women's employment performance in multiple dimensions. …

Strength Assessment Protocol In Pre-Professional Ballet Dancers, Simona Di Nardo, Ivan Mascio

Clinical Practice in Athletic Training

Purpose: This research project aimed to investigate the effects, particularly regarding the ability to generate force, that could emerge following a ballet class. The purpose of the study was to support the thesis that low levels of fitness and performance in professional and amateur dancers, should be considered a significant gap that needs to be addressed. Larger will be the gap and bigger will be the demand of a dancer to be prepared athletically. While the shorter the gap and more efficient the artistic side of the dance performance will be. As a result, a stronger and healthier body will …

Evaluation Of A Global Capacity Development Project To Educate, Empower And Advance Sustainable Food Production, Felicia J. Tuggle, Olubusola W. Afolayan Msw, Mollie Smith M.Aq., David J. Cline Phd, Onesimus Kiadii Bs

Journal of Social Work in the Global Community

This article presents evaluation findings from the Integrated Aquaculture for Food Production, Education, Empowerment, and Development (iFEED) project, a global capacity development project designed to educate, empower, and advance sustainable food production in Monrovia, Liberia. To develop K–12 teachers’ capacity to integrate STEM education into math and science curriculum for the purpose of preparing a future aquaculture workforce in Liberia, the iFEED project provided educational materials, teacher training, and technical support to 25 teachers in the greater Monrovia Consolidated School District (MCSS). Evaluation findings indicate positive outcomes in increasing instructional capabilities among participating math and science teachers and accelerating action …

Grassroots, Participatory Communication In Africa, Robert A. White S.J.

Communication Research Trends

No abstract provided.

Evaluation Of The Effect Of Antibiotics On Glucose, Insulin, Homa, And Hba1c In People With Low Versus People With High Visceral Fat, Ashlyn Dooley, Melissa Fernandez-Alonso, Angela Berry, Matthew Loritz, Anne George, Jessica Mrosla, Olivia Landis, Ryan R. Porter, Elisa Marroquin, Sarah Mckinley-Barnard

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

It is well known that obesity is a comorbidity for most of the leading causes of death. Recently, gut microbiota research has been shown to be a potential mechanism to regulate body weight. Synbiotics combine probiotics and prebiotics to improve microbiota survival and activity. The synbiotic used in this study includes oligosaccharide-degrading probiotics, butyrate producers, and a prebiotic dietary fiber. Antibiotics have also been given with the intention to increase the number of available bacterial niches and subsequently enhance the engraftment of the newly introduced bacteria. Little research exists to determine the effects antibiotic ingestion may have on glucose, insulin, …

Changes In Phase Angle And Lean Body Mass During 6-Week Offseason Mesocycle In Collegiate Club Rugby Players, Alexis Rodriguez, Brandon Large, Tyler Large, Jmya Hughes, Micheil Spillane

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Phase angle (PhA) is the relationship between reactance (Xc) and resistance ratio (R) current that flows through the cellular tissue, which can be measured via Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) when measuring body composition. Due to the availability and ease of use, phase angle has been adopted and used in clinical nutrition to track various disease states, from malnutrition to cancer cachexia, and other muscle-wasting diseases. Since PhA reflects cellular water content and rapid changes in cellular health, applications for athlete performance tracking have shown promise. Resistance training is highly effective for enhancing PhA when adopting high-intensity volumes and durations for …

The Effect Of A Short-Term Antibiotic Cycle On Blood Biomarkers In Adults With Overweight And Obesity, Anne George, Melissa Fernandez Alonso, Ashlyn Dooley, Matthew Loritz, Jessica Mrosla, Olivia Landis, Katelyn Harnen, Genevieve Aiwonegbe, Meggan Duncan, Angela Berry, Jaidyn Hooper, Sarah Mckinley-Barnard, Elisa Marroquine, Ryan R. Porter

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

It has been demonstrated in previous literature that early-life antibiotic exposure may contribute to metabolic dysfunction related to the development of overweight and obesity later in life. More recent studies suggest an additional relationship between antibiotic exposure beyond early life and obesity, as well as insulin resistance. However, there are a limited number of studies reporting the effects of short-term antibiotic exposure on insulin resistance and other blood biomarkers. PURPOSE: This study investigates the effects of short-term antibiotic exposure on insulin resistance and other blood biomarkers. METHODS: This study is part of a larger ongoing investigation examining the …

Thermoregulatory Differences Between Uniform Types In Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Esther Coronado, Brett Crossland Dr

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a grappling-based martial art that emphasizes ground fighting and submission techniques. The uniforms worn in BJJ, commonly known as the gi and no-gi, play a crucial role in both training and competition. The gi uniform is similar to a jacket and pants, and make of heavy cotton while the no-gi is similar to lightweight shirt and shorts worn in a number of sporting endeavors. The differences in uniform also result in differences in energy output as the techniques utilized to gain an advantage between the uniform types differs. For instance, gi grappling utilizes the actual uniform …

Acute Effects Of An Investigational Pre-Workout Supplement On Mood And Safety In Resistance Trained Males: A Proof-Of-Concept, Randomized, Controlled, Crossover Study, Rocky Conejos, Christopher M. Lockwood, Neil A. Schwarz, Emma K. Mueller, Hunter Schurrer, Brandi Harstedt, Arlie Gooch

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Caffeine-containing multi-ingredient pre-workout supplements (MIPS), marketed as improving physical performance acutely, are a particularly popular category within sports nutrition and yet finished products are rarely clinically evaluated. PURPOSE: The purpose of this randomized, controlled, crossover study was to examine the acute effects of an investigational MIPS formula when used by experienced resistance trained consumers of high-stimulant MIPS. METHODS: Eighteen (n=18) US military veteran, adult males (40.6 ± 1.7 yrs; 90.2 ± 2.2 kg; 28.7 ± 0.6 BMI; mean ± SEM) completed familiarization and 2 randomly assigned and counter-balanced lab visits, separated by 5±1 days between visits. Resting heartrate …

Acute Effects Of An Investigational Pre-Workout Supplement On Neuromuscular And Exercise Performance In Resistance Trained Males: A Proof-Of-Concept, Randomized, Controlled, Crossover Study, Christopher M. Lockwood, Neil Schwarz, Rocky Conejos, Emma K. Mueller, Hunter Schurrer, Brandi Harstedt, Arlie Gooch

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Caffeine-containing multi-ingredient pre-workout supplements (MIPS), marketed as improving physical performance acutely, are a particularly popular category within sports nutrition and yet finished products are rarely clinically evaluated. PURPOSE: The purpose of this randomized, controlled, crossover study was to examine the acute effects of an investigational MIPS formula when used by experienced resistance trained consumers of high-stimulant MIPS. METHODS: Eighteen (n=18) US military veteran, adult males (40.6 ± 1.7 yrs; 90.2 ± 2.2 kg; 28.7 ± 0.6 BMI; mean ± SEM) completed familiarization and 2 randomly assigned and counter-balanced lab visits, separated by 5±1 days between visits. Reaction testing …