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From Turf To Turf: Fungal Invasion Of Ascocoryne Turficola In A Northern Michigan Bog, Evan L. Coscarelli-Trott

All NMU Master's Theses

This is the first paper to report Ascocoryne turficola Boud. 1905 (Helotiales: Ascomycota) within the United States. It is an obligate bog fungus native to Europe and Siberia, where it is extremely rare across most of its range. A. turficola appeared at Lily Pond Bog in Marquette, Michigan (87.47º W, 46.59º N) in 2019, almost contemporaneous with anecdotal reports in Minnesota and Ontario. Since 2019, the Lily Pond population has exploded and become the dominant fungus in this bog but has yet to spread to similar bogs nearby. This species is adapted to long distance dispersal and carries the potential …

Mixed H2/H-Infinity Controller Design For Triple Inverted Pendulum System, Yamama A. Shafeek, Hazem I.

Iraqi Journal of Computers, Communications, Control and Systems Engineering

The steady increase in reliance on robotic systems in industrialapplications arises the need to ensure their reliability despite the presence ofexternal disturbances in the environment they work in and their parametersvariations due to several factors like: change of temperature, wear and teareffect, and payload variation. Traditional controllers usually fail to maintainthe system's stability and performance in the presence of uncertainty, whilerobust controllers aim to guarantee stability and desired performance across arange of possible uncertainties in the system through incorporating theseuncertainties into their design process. This paper investigates the robustness of three controllers namely, H2 controller, H-infinity controller, and mixed H2/H-infinity …

Advancements In Legged Walking Robots: Review, Zaineb Wared Matteb, Sadeq Hussein, Nabil Hassan Hadi

Iraqi Journal of Computers, Communications, Control and Systems Engineering

The purpose of this review is to contribute to the body ofknowledge surrounding legged walking robots, specifically those utilizingfour legs. It aims to inform researchers, engineers, and enthusiasts about theadvancements, potential applications, and future prospects of these robots,ultimately driving further research and development in this exciting field.The review covered the most recent research articles in the field of designingand manufacturing robots, as well as how to choose the mechanism ofactuator between hydraulic or electric systems and their impact on theweight increase and energy consumption, or potential noise generationduring the operation like Bigdog robot. The payload was also assessed, witha comparison …

Bioh 105n.H50: Basic Human Biology Laboratory - Hamilton, Eric Gren

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Bioh 105n.01: Basic Human Biology Laboratory, Kins W. Loree

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Chmy 121n.H51: Introduction To General Chemistry - Hamilton, Lily A. Apedaile

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Developing Empathetic Ai: Exploring The Potential Of Artificial Intelligence To Understand And Simulate Family Dynamics And Cultural Identity, Emily Barnes, James Hutson

Faculty Scholarship

The rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has significantly impacted various domains. Yet, the exploration of AI's potential to develop a deep understanding of family culture and identity remains underexplored. This study introduces the concept of "a love of grandma and apple pie" to symbolize the potential of various AI to internalize and appreciate familial relationships, cultural traditions, and personal identity. The proposed study would investigate how an advanced deep learning model, trained on diverse unstructured datasets—including multimedia data from 100 families-could learn and reflect human-like emotions, values, and cultural understanding. Utilizing Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) for visual data processing …

Psyx 100s.H52: Introduction To Psychology - Hamilton, Katie Smith

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Csd 110.01: Introduction To Speech, Language, And Audiology, Jennifer K. Schoffer Closson

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Anty 310.01: Human Variation, Meradeth H. Snow

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Biob 260.00: Cellular And Molecular Biology, Scott Samuels, Mark L. Grimes

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Csci 451.01: Computational Biology, Lucia G. Williams

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Psyx 270.01: Fundamentals Of Psychology Of Learning, Allen D. Szalda-Petree

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

M 531.01: Introduction To Topology, Eric B. Chesboro

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Ptrm 591.01: Applied Winderness Management, William L. Rice

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Wild 180.01: Careers In Wildlife Biology, Erim Gomez

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Checklist And Key To Species Of Stink Bugs (Hemiptera, Heteroptera, Pentatomidae) Of Kentucky, United States Of America, Armando Falcon-Brindis, Raul Villanueva

Entomology Faculty Publications

Stink bugs (Heteroptera: Pentatomidae) have received a lot of attention as there are many economically important pest species. However, the status of species richness, distribution, and taxonomy remain overlooked and outdated in Kentucky (USA). Having such information at a regional scale is crucial to allow the development of suitable pest management and conservation programs. Here, the stink bug fauna of Kentucky was ex- amined from museum specimens, literature, and public online repositories. Overall, 42 species in 28 genera and three subfamilies (Asopinae, Podopinae, and Pentatominae) are listed from Kentucky. Thirteen species are new records for Kentucky, 10 species are considered …

Deciphering Cellular Heterogeneity In Spodoptera Frugiperda Midgut Cell Line Through Single Cell Rna Sequencing, Surjeet Kumar Arya, Douglas A. Harrison, Subba R. Palli

Entomology Faculty Publications

Using the 10x Genomics Chromium single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq) platform, we discovered unexpected heterogeneity in an established cell line developed from the midgut of the Fall armyworm, Spodoptera frugiperda, a major global pest. We analyzed the sequences of 18,794 cells and identified ten unique cellular clusters, including stem cells, enteroblasts, enterocytes and enteroendocrine cells, characterized by the expression of specific marker genes. Additionally, these studies addressed an important knowledge gap by investigating the expression of genes coding for respiratory and midgut membrane insecticide targets classified by the Insecticide Resistance Action Committee. Dual-fluorescence tagging method, fluorescence microscopy and fluorescence- activated cell …

Hemp Regulates The Fitness Of Corn Earworm (Lepidoptera, Noctuidae) And Its Tachinid (Diptera) Parasitoids, Armando Falcon-Brindis, Raul Villanueva

Entomology Faculty Publications

Pest management on hemp is still in its infancy, and biological control options are limited. Helicoverpa zea (corn earworm) is one of the key pests of hemp cultivated outdoors, especially on cultivars grown for cannabinoids and grain. In a three-year study, we assessed the effect of diet on the performance of H. zea and its tachinid parasitoids. Parasitized (bearing fly eggs) and unparasitized (without eggs) H. zea larvae were fed on hemp flowers or an artificial diet. Five tachinid species parasitized H. zea larvae, but the most abundant species were Winthemia rufopicta (68.8%) and Lespesia aletiae (28.3%). Overall, 55.2% of …

Admixture Mapping Of Cognitive Function In Diverse Hispanic And Latino Adults: Results From The Hispanic Community Health Study/Study Of Latinos, Rui Xia, Xueqiu Jian, Amanda L. Rodrigue, Jan Bressler, Eric Boerwinkle, Biqi Cui, Martha L. Daviglus, Charles Decarli, Linda C. Gallo, John Blangero

School of Medicine Publications

Introduction: We conducted admixture mapping and fine-mapping analyses to identify ancestry-of-origin loci influencing cognitive abilities.

Methods: We estimated the association of local ancestry intervals across the genome with five neurocognitive measures in 7140 diverse Hispanic and Latino adults (mean age 55 years). We prioritized genetic variants in associated loci and tested them for replication in four independent cohorts.

Results: We identified nine local ancestry-associated regions for the five neurocognitive measures. There was strong biological support for the observed associations to cognitive function at all loci and there was statistical evidence of independent replication at 4q12, 9p22.1, and 13q12.13.

Discussion: Our …

Admixture Mapping Of Cognitive Function In Diverse Hispanic And Latino Adults: Results From The Hispanic Community Health Study/Study Of Latinos, Ru Xia, Xueqiu Jian, Amanda L. Rodrigue, Jan Bressler, Eric Boerwinkle, Biqi Cui, Martha L. Daviglus, Charles S. Decarli, Linda C. Gallo, John Blangero

School of Medicine Publications

Introduction: We conducted admixture mapping and fine-mapping analyses to identify ancestry-of-origin loci influencing cognitive abilities.

Methods: We estimated the association of local ancestry intervals across the genome with five neurocognitive measures in 7140 diverse Hispanic and Latino adults (mean age 55 years). We prioritized genetic variants in associated loci and tested them for replication in four independent cohorts.

Results: We identified nine local ancestry-associated regions for the five neurocognitive measures. There was strong biological support for the observed associations to cognitive function at all loci and there was statistical evidence of independent replication at 4q12, 9p22.1, and 13q12.13.

Discussion: Our …

Neural Correlates Of Novelty-Evoked Distress In 4-Month-Old Infants: A Synthetic Cohort Study, Courtney A. Filippi, Anderson M. Winkler, Dana Kanel, Jed T. Elison, Hannah Hardiman, Chad Sylvester, Daniel Samuel Pine, Nathan A. Fox

School of Medicine Publications

Background

Observational assessments of infant temperament have provided unparalleled insight into prediction of risk for social anxiety. However, it is challenging to administer and score these assessments alongside high-quality infant neuroimaging data. In the current study, we aimed to identify infant resting-state functional connectivityassociated with both parent report and observed behavioral estimates of infant novelty-evoked distress.

Methods

Using data from the OIT (Origins of Infant Temperament) study, which includes deep phenotyping of infant temperament, we identified parent-report measures that were associated with observed novelty-evoked distress. These parent-report measures were then summarized into a composite score used for imaging analysis. …

Deciphering Cellular And Molecular Mechanism Of Muc13 Mucin Involved In Cancer Cell Plasticity And Drug Resistance, Shabnam Malik, Mohammed Sikander, Mohd Wahid, Anupam Dhasmana, Maryam Sarwat, Sheema Khan, Everardo Cobos, Murali Yallapu, Meena Jaggi, Subhash Chauhan

School of Medicine Publications

There has been a surge of interest in recent years in understanding the intricate mechanisms underlying cancer progression and treatment resistance. One molecule that has recently emerged in these mechanisms is MUC13 mucin, a transmembrane glycoprotein. Researchers have begun to unravel the molecular complexity of MUC13 and its impact on cancer biology. Studies have shown that MUC13 overexpression can disrupt normal cellular polarity, leading to the acquisition of malignant traits. Furthermore, MUC13 has been associated with increased cancer plasticity, allowing cells to undergo epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) and metastasize. Notably, MUC13 has also been implicated in the development of chemoresistance, rendering …

Approximation Of Ice Phenology Of Maine Lakes Using Aqua Modis Surface Temperature Data, Sophia K. Skoglund, Abdou Rachid Bah, Hamidreza Norouzi, Kathleen C. Weathers, Holly Ewing, Bethel G. Steele, Linda C. Bacon

All Faculty Scholarship

Studies of lake ice phenology have historically relied on limited in situ data. Relatively few observations exist for ice out and fewer still for ice in, both of which are necessary to determine the temporal extent of ice cover. Satellite data provide an opportunity to better document patterns of ice phenology across landscapes and relate them to the climatological drivers behind changing ice phenology. We developed a model, the Cumulative Sum Method (CSM), that uses daytime and nighttime surface temperature observations from the Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) sensor on board the Earth-observing Aqua satellite to approximate ice in (the …

Reducing Attack Opportunities Through Decentralized Event-Triggered Control, Paul Griffioen, Raffaele Romagnoli, Bruce H. Krogh, Bruno Sinopoli

Faculty Work Comprehensive List

Cyber-physical systems are prevalent in many critical infrastructures and are vulnerable to a variety of attacks from the network. Decentralized control systems are particularly vulnerable since they rely heavily on network communication to achieve their goals. To address network vulnerabilities, we present an event-triggered network connection and communication protocol that minimizes the amount of time agents are connected to the network, reducing the window of opportunity for attacks. This mechanism is a function of only local information and ensures stability for the overall system in attack-free scenarios. Our approach distinguishes itself from current decentralized event-triggered control strategies by considering an …

Left In The Dust: The Decline In Coal Mining And The 2022 Inflation Reduction Act's Failure To Incorporate Just Transition Principles For Coal Communities, Gillian K. Joyce

Hofstra Labor & Employment Law Journal

No abstract provided.

The Web Of Life - Volume 8

be Still

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Going Under, Marianne Koleng

be Still

This paper is a meditation on a journey through the humanities and the pages of the works of the German philosopher, Friedrich Nietzsche, and the eventual conclusion to a pursuit of a medical career. It identifies that while not all paths to a similar endpoint are identical, but each has its own rich merits, twists, and turns.

Contribution Of Type Three Secretion To Competitive Survival Of Vibrio Parahaemolyticus In The Great Bay Estuary, Anna Lin Early

Master's Theses and Capstones

Over the past 12 years, infections from the ubiquitous coastal bacterium and human pathogen V. parahaemolyticus have increased in the Northeast USA. The majority of the infections here are caused by the hypervirulent ST36 which originated in the Pacific Northwest USA where it caused only sporadic infections. This sequence type seems to have found its niche in the Northwest Atlantic where climate events likely created environmental conditions allowing ST36 strains or strains carrying one of the unique virulence factors on the VPaIγ, associated with this sequence type, to maintain and spread up the coast of New England. In the Great …

Evaluating The Effects Of Wildfires On Microbial Communities And Gene Expression Involved In Nitrogen Cycling In Arctic Tundra Soils, Alma Idali Hernandez

Master's Theses and Capstones

Wildfires in the Arctic tundra are increasing in frequency in response to global warming.Under this changing fire regime, important components of permafrost ecosystems, such as soils and their microbial communities, are disturbed by the burning of vegetation, organic soils, and their nutrients. Previous studies of wildfires have documented significant changes in nutrient availability following wildfires, including an increase in inorganic nitrogen (N), which is a key nutrient component of soil organisms. Microbes are the main drivers of transformation of soil N, which is ultimately taken up by both microbes and plants as a nutrient source. However, due to the historical …