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Radke, Hayden N.
Development of a Self-Tuning Amplifier for Piezoelectric Transducer Evaluations.
Degree: 2013, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/80 
► This thesis presents an automated method of tuning underwater transducers. Typically, the efficiency of a piezoelectric transducer's output power is limited by an electrical mismatch…
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▼ This thesis presents an automated method of tuning underwater transducers. Typically, the efficiency of a piezoelectric transducer's output power is limited by an electrical mismatch between the voltage source and transducer. This mismatch is due to the capacitive reactance of the piezoelectric element. The addition of an appropriately sized inductor to the system can effectively cancel the capacitive reactance and introduce an "electrical resonance" at a given frequency. A prototype system is described and constructed which leverages the effects of additional inductance to produce significant gains in output power of a transducer. This Automated Tuning System (ATS) consists of switching inductor network controlled by a tuning algorithm. Testing demonstrates that the ATS is capable of producing significant off-band gains in transduction efficiency as well as considerably extending the functional bandwidth of the transducer.
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Radke, H. N. (2013). Development of a Self-Tuning Amplifier for Piezoelectric Transducer Evaluations. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/80
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Radke, Hayden N. “Development of a Self-Tuning Amplifier for Piezoelectric Transducer Evaluations.” 2013. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/80.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Radke, Hayden N. “Development of a Self-Tuning Amplifier for Piezoelectric Transducer Evaluations.” 2013. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Radke HN. Development of a Self-Tuning Amplifier for Piezoelectric Transducer Evaluations. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2013. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/80.
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Radke HN. Development of a Self-Tuning Amplifier for Piezoelectric Transducer Evaluations. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2013. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/80
University of Rhode Island
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Kelly, Donna.
NICU Sodium Administration to Extremely Low Birth Weight Infants: Relationships with Recommendations and Growth.
Degree: 2013, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/126
► Title: NICU sodium administration to extremely low birth weight infants: Relationships with recommendations and growth. Objectives. To determine the amount of sodium being administered in…
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▼ Title: NICU sodium administration to extremely low birth weight infants: Relationships with recommendations and growth.
Objectives. To determine the amount of sodium being administered in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) from all sources including parenteral and enteral nutrition, medications, and intravenous solutions to extremely low birth weight (ELBW) infants – those weighing less than or equal to 1000 grams. It was hypothesized that there are variable amounts of sodium given, but those amounts are not adequate when compared to the recommendation of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) (3-5 mEq/kg/d).
Study design. The study design was a retrospective chart review of surviving ELBW infants admitted to and discharged from the Women and Infants’ Hospital (WIH) NICU in Providence, Rhode Island from January 2009 through June 2011 who were not enrolled in the NICU protein study. Information on birth weight, gestational age, length of stay, growth velocity, average protein and calorie intake per kilogram, and average sodium intake per kilogram received from all sources was collected for eleven different time points.
Results. Seventy ELBW infants met the criteria for inclusion in this retrospective chart review. Comparisons of the time points showed the highest amount of sodium per kilogram to be given at Day of Life 14 (4.52 mEq/kg) and only twenty-eight infants (40%) received the minimum amount recommended by the AAP (3-5 mEq/kg) all time points were compared. When analyzed from week 2-12 (week at which true growth occurs), only eight infants (11 %) of the infants received adequate amounts. When growth velocity was compared with amount of sodium received (using 3 mEq/kg as cutoff), more growth was seen in the group given lower amounts of average sodium with the all-time points set (12.0 ± 1.5 g/kg/day vs. 10.93 ± 2.64 g/kg/day, p=0.034) and the same was true in the weeks 2-12 data set but no statistical significance was seen (p=0.84).
Conclusions. ELBW infants are receiving large amounts of inadvertent sodium from medications and intravenous solutions. During weeks one and two of life, 88% and nearly 50% (respectively) of the sodium intake came from medications or intravenous solutions. Even with the inadvertent amounts of sodium, most of the infants received suboptimal intakes of sodium compared to recommendations by the American Academy of Pediatrics (3-5 mEq/kg). Growth velocity was compared with different levels of sodium (<3 mEq/kg vs ≥3 mEq/kg). More growth was seen in the group with the lower average sodium than those receiving the higher amount of sodium. This could be explained by the morbidity level of these infants. When growth rate of the infants who had no morbidities was compared to those infants with one or more morbidities, greater growth rates were seen in the group with no morbidities (12.80 ± 1.3 g/kg/day vs. 10.66 ± 2.11, p=0.001).
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Kelly, D. (2013). NICU Sodium Administration to Extremely Low Birth Weight Infants: Relationships with Recommendations and Growth. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/126
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Kelly, Donna. “NICU Sodium Administration to Extremely Low Birth Weight Infants: Relationships with Recommendations and Growth.” 2013. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/126.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Kelly, Donna. “NICU Sodium Administration to Extremely Low Birth Weight Infants: Relationships with Recommendations and Growth.” 2013. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Kelly D. NICU Sodium Administration to Extremely Low Birth Weight Infants: Relationships with Recommendations and Growth. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2013. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/126.
Council of Science Editors:
Kelly D. NICU Sodium Administration to Extremely Low Birth Weight Infants: Relationships with Recommendations and Growth. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2013. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/126
University of Rhode Island
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Kurz, Alexander Yuki.
AGENT-BASED MODELING AND SIMULATION OF COOPERATIVE DRIVING.
Degree: 2014, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/470
► Cooperative driving is defined as the automated coordination of vehicles based on advanced sensors and telematics. Vehicle-2-X (V2X) technology is emerging as a critical component…
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▼ Cooperative driving is defined as the automated coordination of vehicles based on advanced sensors and telematics. Vehicle-2-X (V2X) technology is emerging as a critical component in the development of autonomous cars. Even though individual sensors and vehicle level systems have become very advanced, their effectiveness must be proven in real traffic conditions. A prelude to on-road deployment is simulation based testing. This overcomes the shortcomings of real world experiments as it is cost-intensive and not feasible for potentially dangerous situation. Implementing adequate traffic simulation requires accurate models of single car behaviors, which lead to representative intervehicle interactions on actual roadways. This thesis presents a review of existing models of microscopic traffic simulations and the current research on coordination strategies for cooperative driving focusing on automated platooning. Coordination paradigms including centralized and decentralized approaches for formation and synchronization of vehicle groups are reported and discussed. Recent work on in the area addresses specific scenarios of cooperative driving. The thesis at hand proposes a decentralized coordination model of platooning. In detail, this is achieved by modifying existing car-following models that are reviewed beforehand. The proposed Cooperative Platoon Model (CPM) is an extension of the Intelligent Driver Model (IDM) and Gipps’ Following Model that achieves coordination through coupled communication. A further contribution to this thesis is the development of a microscopic traffic simulation environment that serves as a platform for implementing the CPM. First simulation results show solid performance of the CPM in stability and the gap spacing strategy. The simulation environment is programmed in Python 2.7.
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Kurz, A. Y. (2014). AGENT-BASED MODELING AND SIMULATION OF COOPERATIVE DRIVING. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/470
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Kurz, Alexander Yuki. “AGENT-BASED MODELING AND SIMULATION OF COOPERATIVE DRIVING.” 2014. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/470.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Kurz, Alexander Yuki. “AGENT-BASED MODELING AND SIMULATION OF COOPERATIVE DRIVING.” 2014. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Kurz AY. AGENT-BASED MODELING AND SIMULATION OF COOPERATIVE DRIVING. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2014. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/470.
Council of Science Editors:
Kurz AY. AGENT-BASED MODELING AND SIMULATION OF COOPERATIVE DRIVING. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2014. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/470
University of Rhode Island
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Trueman, Rebecca J.
LANDSCAPE PATTERN AND CHANGE THROUGH INTEGRATION OF REMOTE SENSING AND STONE WALL FEATURE IDENTIFICATION.
Degree: 2015, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/763
► Stone walls are relics of an agricultural civilization that once flourished in New England. By identifying the locations of both historical and present day stone…
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▼ Stone walls are relics of an agricultural civilization that once flourished in New England. By identifying the locations of both historical and present day stone walls, compositions of post-agricultural landscapes common across the New England region can be assessed with inclusion of historic human-land use interactions. I selected the town of New Shoreham, known as Block Island, as the study site for this thesis. Block Island is located approximately 14.5 km south of the Rhode Island mainland. The Island has rich land use history which resulted in an extensive network of stone walls still present across the landscape. Through visual image interpretation of 0.5 ft (0.1524 m) resolution orthophotography collected in the spring of 2011 and a historical topographic map from 1900, I created two datasets of stone walls containing total lengths of 260.6 km and 349.1 km, respectively. Analysis of these two datasets allowed for a temporal analysis to then creation three additional datasets containing stone walls between 1900 and 2011 which were matching, removed and built.
The presence of stone walls on Block Island was quantified in connection to ancillary Geographic Information System (GIS) data, representing both natural and anthropogenic classifications of the landscape. The natural landscape is represented by land use and land cover (LULC) available for 1988, 1995, 2003/04 and 2011. Data of LULC were further quantified for land cover change frequency (LCCF); the number of land cover changes occurring within each 45 m pixel between 1988 and 2011. The anthropogenic landscape is distinguished by the parcel boundaries for New Shoreham as of 2013 and protected open space as of 2013.
The 2011 dataset of stone walls was quantified for stone wall distribution among each land cover class for the temporal range, finding a higher abundance of stone walls within agricultural lands for 1988 and 1995 and urban lands from 1995 through 2011. The 2011 stone wall dataset was also quantified for distribution among each land LCCF class to find a higher proportion of stone walls contained within lands with the greatest frequency of land cover change. A strong relationship exists between the coincidence of stone walls and the boundaries of land parcels. Approximately 81% of parcels are in part bordered by a stone wall from the 2011 dataset. Additionally, over 50% of the lengths stone walls within the 5 datasets of stone walls are bordering parcel boundaries, with the more current datasets of 2011, matching and built having over 80% of their lengths adjacent to the boundaries of 2013 parcels. Lastly, at least 37% of the stone walls current as of 2011 are expected to remain untouched due to being contained within land designated as protected open space.
Stone walls represent a human component, among the many broad factors which generate the composition of landscape mosaics. By utilizing abilities of GIS technologies to identify stone walls for a large geographic area, this research models initial exploration of the relationship between this…
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Trueman, R. J. (2015). LANDSCAPE PATTERN AND CHANGE THROUGH INTEGRATION OF REMOTE SENSING AND STONE WALL FEATURE IDENTIFICATION. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/763
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Trueman, Rebecca J. “LANDSCAPE PATTERN AND CHANGE THROUGH INTEGRATION OF REMOTE SENSING AND STONE WALL FEATURE IDENTIFICATION.” 2015. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/763.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Trueman, Rebecca J. “LANDSCAPE PATTERN AND CHANGE THROUGH INTEGRATION OF REMOTE SENSING AND STONE WALL FEATURE IDENTIFICATION.” 2015. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Trueman RJ. LANDSCAPE PATTERN AND CHANGE THROUGH INTEGRATION OF REMOTE SENSING AND STONE WALL FEATURE IDENTIFICATION. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2015. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/763.
Council of Science Editors:
Trueman RJ. LANDSCAPE PATTERN AND CHANGE THROUGH INTEGRATION OF REMOTE SENSING AND STONE WALL FEATURE IDENTIFICATION. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2015. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/763
University of Rhode Island
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Gerber-Williams, Anna.
Assessment of Salt Marsh Shoreline Degradation and Restoration on Benthic Invertebrate Infaunal Community.
Degree: 2017, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1035
► The benthic invertebrate infaunal community is sensitive to disturbance and is an indicator for the overall health of estuarine ecosystems. To quantify the effect of…
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▼ The benthic invertebrate infaunal community is sensitive to disturbance and is an indicator for the overall health of estuarine ecosystems. To quantify the effect of salt marsh shoreline stabilization and restoration approaches on adjacent habitat quality, we compared invertebrate community assemblages of benthic infauna between four different shoreline types, two of which were erosion control methods, hardened and living shoreline, and two unaltered shorelines, natural and eroded. We quantified benthic infauna density, biomass, richness, and diversity and evaluated physical-chemical factors (water quality, sediment carbon and nitrogen content, and grain size) that may be influencing the benthic invertebrate community associated with the various shoreline treatments.
There were significant differences, determined using a one-way ANOVA, (p < 0.05) in benthic infauna density, diversity and richness between shoreline types over all the seasons. Hardened and eroded shorelines had more variability around the mean density, diversity and species richness across all seasons than the living and natural shorelines suggesting that while living and natural shorelines had lower mean overall abundance they provide a more stable habitat for benthic infauna. Natural and living shorelines had constant predation pressure due to the more complex habitat structure that attracted a larger nekton community than eroded and hardened shoreline treatments. This caused a significant reduction in mean abundance of benthic infauna from May to October of 2015 at all treatment sites but an overall lower mean density and biomass at the natural and living shorelines. Benthic infauna community indices (density, biomass, richness, diversity, and functional groups) differ among shoreline treatment sites reflecting ecosystem complexity that is likely driven by resource availability and predation. The hardened and eroded shorelines provided habitat to a more generalist array of organisms in comparison to the more specialized feeding guilds found at the natural and living shorelines, indicating that for restoration purposes a hardened shoreline does not provide a stable state of species assemblages, with more fluctuations in benthic community indices compared with those found at the natural and living shorelines. The findings from this project suggest that the use of living shoreline restoration methods promote habitat complexity similar to that of the natural shoreline resulting in similar trends in species density, richness and diversity. Because benthic infauna are a critical component of the nearshore coastal food web along with increasing societal pressure to protect coastal shorelines from erosion, it is important to consider how restoration methods affect benthic infauna.
Subjects/Keywords: Biological Sciences; Health and environmental sciences; Benthic infauna; Hardened shoreline; Living shoreline; Restoration
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Gerber-Williams, A. (2017). Assessment of Salt Marsh Shoreline Degradation and Restoration on Benthic Invertebrate Infaunal Community. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1035
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Gerber-Williams, Anna. “Assessment of Salt Marsh Shoreline Degradation and Restoration on Benthic Invertebrate Infaunal Community.” 2017. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1035.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Gerber-Williams, Anna. “Assessment of Salt Marsh Shoreline Degradation and Restoration on Benthic Invertebrate Infaunal Community.” 2017. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Gerber-Williams A. Assessment of Salt Marsh Shoreline Degradation and Restoration on Benthic Invertebrate Infaunal Community. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2017. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1035.
Council of Science Editors:
Gerber-Williams A. Assessment of Salt Marsh Shoreline Degradation and Restoration on Benthic Invertebrate Infaunal Community. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2017. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1035
University of Rhode Island
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Flynn, Rebecca Loberg.
BOAT ANCHORING CONTRIBUTES TO CORAL REEF DEGRADATION IN THE BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS.
Degree: 2015, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/539
► Habitat degradation is occurring the world over, threatening species, population dynamics, ecosystem function and valuable ecosystem services. This degradation is in many cases linked to…
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▼ Habitat degradation is occurring the world over, threatening species, population dynamics, ecosystem function and valuable ecosystem services. This degradation is in many cases linked to anthropogenic activities, which often reduce a habitat’s resilience to other stressors. Coral reef decline, for example, has been linked to climate change, pollution, and overfishing. Few studies have focused on the localscale physical drivers of coral decline, such as anchoring. As global human population and the popularity of water-based recreation continue to rise, the potential for anchoring to contribute to coastal habitat degradation increases. We sought to determine the potential impact of anchoring to coral reefs by conducting a spatial survey of sites that represent a gradient of anchoring activity in the British Virgin Islands. We collected data on benthic community composition, coral colony size and density, species richness and abundance. We also evaluated reef rugosity and fish population densities. Cover of hard corals and sea fans were both reduced by ~7% at highly anchored sites. Hard corals were ~40% smaller in size and ~60% less dense at sites experiencing high anchoring frequency. In addition, highly anchored sites supported only ~60% of the species richness of little anchored sites. Finally, frequently anchored sites were ~60% as structurally complex and supported only 45% of the fish density as those rarely anchored, with some fish functional groups more affected than others. Anchoring is a major driver of reef community decline, but it is also a relatively tractable management issue. Knowing how local, physical anthropogenic stressors contribute to reef decline can inform management that will promote reef resilience, ecological function, and ecosystem services.
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Flynn, R. L. (2015). BOAT ANCHORING CONTRIBUTES TO CORAL REEF DEGRADATION IN THE BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/539
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Flynn, Rebecca Loberg. “BOAT ANCHORING CONTRIBUTES TO CORAL REEF DEGRADATION IN THE BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS.” 2015. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/539.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Flynn, Rebecca Loberg. “BOAT ANCHORING CONTRIBUTES TO CORAL REEF DEGRADATION IN THE BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS.” 2015. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Flynn RL. BOAT ANCHORING CONTRIBUTES TO CORAL REEF DEGRADATION IN THE BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2015. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/539.
Council of Science Editors:
Flynn RL. BOAT ANCHORING CONTRIBUTES TO CORAL REEF DEGRADATION IN THE BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2015. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/539
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Nelson, Eric.
Predicting Body Fat and Blood Lipids with Sugars Intake.
Degree: 2016, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/844
► Objective: The primary objective of this study was to determine if caloric intake of fructose sugars (free fructose plus sucrose) predicts body fat percentage in…
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▼ Objective: The primary objective of this study was to determine if caloric intake of fructose sugars (free fructose plus sucrose) predicts body fat percentage in young adults. The secondary objective was to determine if caloric intake of fructose sugars predicts total cholesterol (TC) and low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C).
Participants and Methods: Men (n=55, body fat=16.3 ± 14.0%) and women (n=281, body fat=26.9 ± 7.5%), 18 to 24 years of age, were recruited for an ongoing, cross-sectional study, The Nutrition Assessment Study. Anthropometric, biochemical and dietary data were collected. Linear modeling was used to assess predictions of body fat percentage and blood lipids with sugars intake, and multiple regressions were used to control for possible covariates.
Results: In a linear model, a 1% increase in caloric intake of fructose sugars predicted a 0.56% higher body fat in men (β=0.311, R2=0.097, p=0.037). This prediction remained significant when adjusting for BMI and alcohol intake (β=0.260, R2=0.505, p=0.036). In women, no predictions were seen with caloric intake of fructose sugars and body fat. Fructose sugars did not predict TC or LDL-C in this sample.
Conclusion: In this population of healthy young adults, higher consumption of fructose sugars is associated with higher body fat in men but not in women. Longitudinal research is needed to determine if these predictions are observed over time.
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Nelson, E. (2016). Predicting Body Fat and Blood Lipids with Sugars Intake. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/844
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Nelson, Eric. “Predicting Body Fat and Blood Lipids with Sugars Intake.” 2016. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/844.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Nelson, Eric. “Predicting Body Fat and Blood Lipids with Sugars Intake.” 2016. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Nelson E. Predicting Body Fat and Blood Lipids with Sugars Intake. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2016. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/844.
Council of Science Editors:
Nelson E. Predicting Body Fat and Blood Lipids with Sugars Intake. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2016. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/844
University of Rhode Island
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Mackey, Courtney.
Self-Objectification in Group Exercise Participants: The Role of Reasons for Exercise and Modality.
Degree: 2013, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/34
► Problem Statement: Exercise is a health behavior promoted for its vast array of physical and mental health benefits. However, there is some evidence that not…
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▼ Problem Statement: Exercise is a health behavior promoted for its vast array of physical and mental health benefits. However, there is some evidence that not all individuals necessarily have positive mental health outcomes with exercise as evidenced by measures such as body image. Influential variables, such as exercise modality and reasons for exercise need to be explored in at-risk, young females to promote optimal effects of exercise on both body and mind.
Background: Objectification theory provides a framework for understanding the bodily experience of and psychological outcomes from exercise in women. While traditional fitness classes, including aerobics, have been associated with poor body image outcomes, yoga has been suggested as an alternative class choice that may ameliorate those negative consequences. No studies have incorporated reasons for exercise and different group exercise modalities to measure changes in self-objectification and associated outcomes over time in the target population.
Methods: Self-reported data was gathered from 86 college females participating in group exercise classes at the university recreation center to assess self-objectification, reasons for exercise, body awareness, body responsiveness, and body esteem. Six weeks later, 35 participants returned a second set of surveys for longitudinal analyses. Bivariate correlations were performed to establish correlations between variables at baseline. Multivariate Analysis of Variance (MANOVA) was performed to examine differences related to exercise class modality (e.g. cardio/strength vs. yoga) and appearance-related reasons for exercise (higher vs. lower). Paired sample t-tests were used to examine differences in these groups from baseline to the end of classes at six weeks.
Results:At baseline, self-objectification was positively correlated with appearance-related reasons for exercise (r = .60, p < .01), and negatively correlated with body responsiveness (r = -.33, p < .05) and appearance-related body esteem (-.36, p < .05) in all participants. The yoga group reported significantly higher mood/enjoyment reasons for exercise (F = 5.45, p
Significance and Conclusion: Despite a small group size (N = 6), participants with higher appearance-related reasons for exercise experienced a significant increase in appearance-related body esteem, which has been linked to positive global self-esteem. The present study supports existing literature's findings on the significance of reasons for exercise and shows some differences in body image outcomes in yoga students compared to students taking cardiovascular and strength-based classes. This naturalistic, observational pilot study had several methodological limitations but is the first of its kind to measure these variables over time. Future research adopting an experimental design is needed to more clearly illustrate directionality and causal relationships of variables.
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Mackey, C. (2013). Self-Objectification in Group Exercise Participants: The Role of Reasons for Exercise and Modality. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/34
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Mackey, Courtney. “Self-Objectification in Group Exercise Participants: The Role of Reasons for Exercise and Modality.” 2013. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/34.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Mackey, Courtney. “Self-Objectification in Group Exercise Participants: The Role of Reasons for Exercise and Modality.” 2013. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Mackey C. Self-Objectification in Group Exercise Participants: The Role of Reasons for Exercise and Modality. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2013. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/34.
Council of Science Editors:
Mackey C. Self-Objectification in Group Exercise Participants: The Role of Reasons for Exercise and Modality. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2013. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/34
University of Rhode Island
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Cirello, Amanda.
Phytochemicals from the Roots of Northern Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Corymbosum).
Degree: 2013, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/716
► Growing evidence from many in vitro studies suggest that plants produce secondary metabolites which may have potential physiological properties. The northern highbush blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum…
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▼ Growing evidence from many in vitro studies suggest that plants produce secondary metabolites which may have potential physiological properties. The northern highbush blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum L.) plant is commercially cultivated for its valuable dark-blue fruit, which has been extensively researched and has been shown to contain phenolic compounds recognized to have positive health benefits. Thus, an evaluation of other parts of the plant, that as of yet have not been investigated, could be worthwhile. There may be undiscovered bioactive compounds within the roots of this plant that may contribute to the improvement of human health. This rationale supports further research and investigation into the roots of the plant.
A preliminary study showed that the crude extract of the blueberry roots showed antioxidant activity. Using various chromatographic methods and spectroscopic techniques, the blueberry root compounds were isolated, fractionated and analyzed. Six compounds were identified by 1H and 13C NMR and mass spectrometry data. Three lignans, which were never previously reported in the blueberry plant, were identified as nudiposide, lyoniside, and ssioriside; one phenolic acid; sinapic acid glucoside, and two catechins; epigallocatechin (EGC) and dulcisflavan. The isolated compounds were evaluated for inhibitory effect on α-glucosidase and tyrosinase. Of the six compounds evaluated, ssioriside was a moderate inhibitor of α-glucosidase (IC50 = 650µM) and epigallocatechin showed weak tyrosinase enzyme inhibition activity (IC50 = 2001µM).
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Cirello, A. (2013). Phytochemicals from the Roots of Northern Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Corymbosum). (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/716
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Cirello, Amanda. “Phytochemicals from the Roots of Northern Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Corymbosum).” 2013. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/716.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Cirello, Amanda. “Phytochemicals from the Roots of Northern Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Corymbosum).” 2013. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Cirello A. Phytochemicals from the Roots of Northern Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Corymbosum). [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2013. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/716.
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Cirello A. Phytochemicals from the Roots of Northern Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Corymbosum). [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2013. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/716
University of Rhode Island
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Da Lomba, Thomas.
Development of State Legal and Overweight Live Load Models.
Degree: 2015, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/788
► Live load models are essential to assess the safety of highway bridges. To determine the maximum permissible load, Rhode Island currently uses legal live load…
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▼ Live load models are essential to assess the safety of highway bridges. To determine the maximum permissible load, Rhode Island currently uses legal live load models developed for a national level application based on federal weight restrictions. However, the state has allowable limits higher than those mandated federally, therefore, the models are not entirely representative of the truck traffic in the state. Furthermore, the state's transportation agencies may issue permits for the operation of trucks in excess of the weight restrictions. To assist in permitting decisions, permit live load models developed from previous applications are introduced in the evaluation of bridges. Changes in the characteristics of permit applications diminishes the effectiveness of the permit live load models.
A database of approved permit applications was utilized to analyze the models through their ability to exceed, or envelope, the structural responses due to the applicant trucks. As a results, state-specific 3- and 5-axle legal live load models were developed. A validation of the permit live load models was also performed and revealed that they did not perform adequately. New permit live load models were developed to further assist and expedite the state's transportation agencies permit reviewing process.
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Da Lomba, T. (2015). Development of State Legal and Overweight Live Load Models. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/788
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Da Lomba, Thomas. “Development of State Legal and Overweight Live Load Models.” 2015. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/788.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Da Lomba, Thomas. “Development of State Legal and Overweight Live Load Models.” 2015. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Da Lomba T. Development of State Legal and Overweight Live Load Models. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2015. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/788.
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Da Lomba T. Development of State Legal and Overweight Live Load Models. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2015. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/788
University of Rhode Island
71.
Blake, Matthew S.
Synthesis of 2-Amino-α-Carboline and Analogues Relevant for Structural Investigations of the Corresponding DNA Adducts.
Degree: 2015, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/794
► In rational drug design, the most effective targets are identified when a mechanism-based understanding of a disease state’s proliferation and persistence is available. 2-amino-α-carboline (2-AαC)…
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▼ In rational drug design, the most effective targets are identified when a mechanism-based understanding of a disease state’s proliferation and persistence is available. 2-amino-α-carboline (2-AαC) is a heterocyclic aromatic amine (HAA), which upon metabolic activation in vivo, can covalently bind to the C8-position of guanine. This modification elicits a response from the Nucleotide Excision Repair (NER) system but, if left unrepaired, may result in mutations. The metabolites of 2-AαC are significantly more reactive towards adduct formation than those of 4-aminobiphenyl (4-ABP), a confirmed human bladder carcinogen. Furthermore, 2-AαC is found in cigarette smoke at concentrations 1000 times greater than 4-ABP. 2-AαC has been implicated in hepatocellular carcinoma and cancers of the gastrointestinal tract, potentially explaining the increased incidence of liver cancer in smokers. The cause of cancers and many other diseases is attributed to DNA mutations caused by failure of a cell’s natural DNA repair mechanisms. NER is a major human repair system among many, all part of a complex network consisting of hundreds of proteins that target different types of damage. The overlapping systems making up this network are dependent on molecular recognition and signaling pathways.
Structural and thermodynamic investigations of abnormal DNA duplexes have yielded valuable mechanism-based information for use in drug discovery. To perform these studies, the DNA lesion in question must be readily available. Despite powerful implications regarding the role of 2-AαC in cancer, efficient synthetic protocols are not available for 2-AαC or the corresponding adducts. Inefficient biomimetic production of C8-(2-AαC)-guanine adducts has been reported, but is limited by scale and sequence context. This project outlines a more efficient synthesis of 2-AαC and novel analogs necessary for certain structural investigations. Attempts to synthesize a C8-(2-AαC)-guanine oligonucleotide are also described to provide a starting point for future investigations.
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Blake, M. S. (2015). Synthesis of 2-Amino-α-Carboline and Analogues Relevant for Structural Investigations of the Corresponding DNA Adducts. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/794
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Blake, Matthew S. “Synthesis of 2-Amino-α-Carboline and Analogues Relevant for Structural Investigations of the Corresponding DNA Adducts.” 2015. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/794.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Blake, Matthew S. “Synthesis of 2-Amino-α-Carboline and Analogues Relevant for Structural Investigations of the Corresponding DNA Adducts.” 2015. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Blake MS. Synthesis of 2-Amino-α-Carboline and Analogues Relevant for Structural Investigations of the Corresponding DNA Adducts. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2015. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/794.
Council of Science Editors:
Blake MS. Synthesis of 2-Amino-α-Carboline and Analogues Relevant for Structural Investigations of the Corresponding DNA Adducts. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2015. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/794
University of Rhode Island
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Quintanilla, Dinah.
EFFECTS OF COMBINED TAI CHI, RESISTANCE TRAINING AND DIET ON PERCENT BODY FAT IN OBESE OLDER WOMEN.
Degree: 2014, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/335
► Obesity is a public health problem affecting approximately 35.4% of Americans 60 years of age or older and African-American women are considered at high-risk for…
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▼ Obesity is a public health problem affecting approximately 35.4% of Americans 60 years of age or older and African-American women are considered at high-risk for obesity. Exercise and diet are effective at reducing the risk of chronic diseases. Resistance training (RT) has been reported to preserve or increase skeletal muscle mass, functional status, well-being, and improve memory. Tai Chi (TC), a form of martial art, is an exercise composed of slow deliberate movements that can result in improvements in cardiovascular disease risk factors including body composition, but no studies have combined diet, RT and TC in a community-based study in obese older women with a strong minority representation. Purpose: To examine the effects of combined TC, RT and diet on percent body fat (%BF) in obese older women in an urban setting. Methods: A 12-week intervention with 26 obese women (65% African-American), using a non-randomized design to a TC, RT, plus Diet group (EXD, n=19, age 65.1 ± 8.1 years, BMI = 38.8 ± 5.1 kg/m2) or a control group (CON, n=9, age 65.5 ± 8.6 years, BMI = 36.5 ± 3.4 kg/m2). Height and weight were assessed using standard techniques. Percent BF was assessed using a bioelectrical impedance analysis at baseline and at the end of the intervention in the morning in a fasted state. The EXD group participated in three, 45 min TC sessions, two, 45 min RT sessions and a one day, 45 min per week behaviorally-based dietary lesson using the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet. The CON group was asked to maintain their normal diet and daily routine. Between-group (EXD vs. CON) changes in the primary and exploratory outcome variables from baseline to post-testing were determined via analysis of covariance. Results: There were no significant within- or between-group differences in %BF (EXD: -0.33 ± 1.5, p = 0.39 vs. CON: 0.31 ± 3.2, p = 0.55; between-group p = 0.55). Conclusion: This combination of TC, RT, and dietary modifications study did not have a substantial effect on lowering %BF in this urban population of obese women, but a larger, more comprehensive study may need to be done to verify these results.
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Quintanilla, D. (2014). EFFECTS OF COMBINED TAI CHI, RESISTANCE TRAINING AND DIET ON PERCENT BODY FAT IN OBESE OLDER WOMEN. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/335
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Quintanilla, Dinah. “EFFECTS OF COMBINED TAI CHI, RESISTANCE TRAINING AND DIET ON PERCENT BODY FAT IN OBESE OLDER WOMEN.” 2014. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/335.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Quintanilla, Dinah. “EFFECTS OF COMBINED TAI CHI, RESISTANCE TRAINING AND DIET ON PERCENT BODY FAT IN OBESE OLDER WOMEN.” 2014. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Quintanilla D. EFFECTS OF COMBINED TAI CHI, RESISTANCE TRAINING AND DIET ON PERCENT BODY FAT IN OBESE OLDER WOMEN. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2014. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/335.
Council of Science Editors:
Quintanilla D. EFFECTS OF COMBINED TAI CHI, RESISTANCE TRAINING AND DIET ON PERCENT BODY FAT IN OBESE OLDER WOMEN. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2014. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/335
University of Rhode Island
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Bello, David.
NANOSTRUCTURED ANTI-BIOFOULING SURFACES: PHYSICAL DEPOSITION OF PS-b-PAA LANGMUIR-BLODGETT FILMS.
Degree: 2011, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/103
► Biofouling, the accumulation and proliferation of microorganisms, plants, and fouling animals on surfaces in an aqueous environment, poses a significant challenge. For example, the effects…
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▼ Biofouling, the accumulation and proliferation of microorganisms, plants, and fouling animals on surfaces in an aqueous environment, poses a significant challenge. For example, the effects of fouling of ship hauls include hydrodynamic drag, increase in fuel consumption by ships whose hulls have been fouled, and increase in frequency of dry-dock cleaning.
In the history of marine navigation, varieties of anti-biofouling control measures have been suggested but tributyltin self-polishing copolymer (TBT-SPC) paints have been the most effective and commercially viable option in curbing biofouling. However, leaching of tri-organotin biocides from TBT-SPC paints through self-polishing activity constitute pollution which led to the ban of biocide-base paints. We explored bio-inspired nature of lubricin and fabricated polyelectrolyte polymer brushes from commercially available polymer materials by Langmuir-Blodgett deposition technique (LB fabrication) in order to control grafting density and by ATRP.
Interfacial tension results indicate that PS60-b-PAA29, based on steric and electrostatic interaction within the block copolymer, is very stable over ranges of pHand temperatures similar to that of the marine ecosystem. Fluorescence microscope and atomic force microscope imaging, as well as, advancing contact angle measurements on the physically fabricated samples shows that there was successful fabrication of PS60-b-PAA29brushes on glass surfacevia Langmuir-Blodgett deposition.
While biofouling test is underway on the brushes fabricated by LB deposition technique, preliminary biofouling testing by M. Callow’s laboratory at the University of Birmingham on ATRP samples indicates that grafting duration (hence, thickness) of polyelectrolyte polymer brush has a direct impact on the film efficiency against biofouling.
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Bello, D. (2011). NANOSTRUCTURED ANTI-BIOFOULING SURFACES: PHYSICAL DEPOSITION OF PS-b-PAA LANGMUIR-BLODGETT FILMS. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/103
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Bello, David. “NANOSTRUCTURED ANTI-BIOFOULING SURFACES: PHYSICAL DEPOSITION OF PS-b-PAA LANGMUIR-BLODGETT FILMS.” 2011. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/103.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Bello, David. “NANOSTRUCTURED ANTI-BIOFOULING SURFACES: PHYSICAL DEPOSITION OF PS-b-PAA LANGMUIR-BLODGETT FILMS.” 2011. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Bello D. NANOSTRUCTURED ANTI-BIOFOULING SURFACES: PHYSICAL DEPOSITION OF PS-b-PAA LANGMUIR-BLODGETT FILMS. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2011. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/103.
Council of Science Editors:
Bello D. NANOSTRUCTURED ANTI-BIOFOULING SURFACES: PHYSICAL DEPOSITION OF PS-b-PAA LANGMUIR-BLODGETT FILMS. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2011. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/103
University of Rhode Island
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Gu, Lucy L.
FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & QR CODES: AN EXPLORATORY TRIAL EXAMINING THE FEASIBILITY OF SOCIAL MEDIA MECHANISMS FOR RECRUITING YOUTH PARTICIPATION TO AN ONLINE SURVEY.
Degree: 2014, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/462
► This study examined the effectiveness of three social media based recruitment channels for sampling rural adolescent populations for online health research. At present, there is…
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▼ This study examined the effectiveness of three social media based recruitment channels for sampling rural adolescent populations for online health research. At present, there is no consensus on the optimal social media based vehicle for recruiting adolescents due to limited research. This exploratory study compared Facebook ads, Twitter, and QR code postcards at three different but demographically similar rural high schools. The results showed that QR code postcards had the highest response percentage and the lowest cost per recruited participant, whereas Twitter had the lowest response percentage and Facebook had the highest cost per recruited participant. Although this is the first time QR codes were examined in this context, it seemed to show potential in online health research. The findings are interpreted from a variety of theoretical and conceptual frameworks. Applications of each recruitment channel are discussed and suggestions are provided for future research.
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Gu, L. L. (2014). FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & QR CODES: AN EXPLORATORY TRIAL EXAMINING THE FEASIBILITY OF SOCIAL MEDIA MECHANISMS FOR RECRUITING YOUTH PARTICIPATION TO AN ONLINE SURVEY. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/462
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Gu, Lucy L. “FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & QR CODES: AN EXPLORATORY TRIAL EXAMINING THE FEASIBILITY OF SOCIAL MEDIA MECHANISMS FOR RECRUITING YOUTH PARTICIPATION TO AN ONLINE SURVEY.” 2014. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/462.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Gu, Lucy L. “FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & QR CODES: AN EXPLORATORY TRIAL EXAMINING THE FEASIBILITY OF SOCIAL MEDIA MECHANISMS FOR RECRUITING YOUTH PARTICIPATION TO AN ONLINE SURVEY.” 2014. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Gu LL. FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & QR CODES: AN EXPLORATORY TRIAL EXAMINING THE FEASIBILITY OF SOCIAL MEDIA MECHANISMS FOR RECRUITING YOUTH PARTICIPATION TO AN ONLINE SURVEY. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2014. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/462.
Council of Science Editors:
Gu LL. FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & QR CODES: AN EXPLORATORY TRIAL EXAMINING THE FEASIBILITY OF SOCIAL MEDIA MECHANISMS FOR RECRUITING YOUTH PARTICIPATION TO AN ONLINE SURVEY. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2014. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/462
University of Rhode Island
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Talbert, William.
Flourescence-Based Detection of Pesticides via Conjugated Polymer Nanoparticles.
Degree: 2015, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/795
► The use of synthetic pesticides has played a large role in increasing crop yields throughout the world, but their adverse effects on humans and non-target…
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▼ The use of synthetic pesticides has played a large role in increasing crop yields throughout the world, but their adverse effects on humans and non-target animals is of major concern due to their toxicity and persistence in the environment. Some of the more persistent examples are organochlorine pesticides, particularly dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (DDT) and its metabolites. Reported herein is the development of a detection scheme using organic nanoparticles for the fluorescence detection of a range of pesticides. The nanoparticles were fabricated from a synthetic conjugated fluorescent polymer, and fluorescence experiments were performed using both nanoparticle solutions and polymer thin films.
The large extinction coefficients exhibited by conjugated fluorescent polymers (also referred to as conjugated amplifying polymers), such as the one discussed herein, make them useful for chemical detection schemes. In order to maintain this strong fluorescence of the polymer in solution, the polymer must be in an aggregated state, which allows for both intra-polymer and inter-polymer exciton transfer. To achieve this aggregated state in solution, the formation of polymer nanoparticles is used. These nanoparticles allow the polymer to be used for chemical detection of pesticides in solution via fluorescence enhancement.
The 2,1,3-benzooxadiazole-alt-fluorene (PFBO) polymer nanoparticles discussed herein were fabricated using the reprecipitation method, which is the formation of spherical particles as a result of the hydrophobic collapse of the polymer in an aqueous solution, and average particle size was confirmed using dynamic light scattering. In solution, a limit of detection of 4.5 ppm was achieved for DDT in the presence of the PFBO nanoparticles.
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Talbert, W. (2015). Flourescence-Based Detection of Pesticides via Conjugated Polymer Nanoparticles. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/795
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Talbert, William. “Flourescence-Based Detection of Pesticides via Conjugated Polymer Nanoparticles.” 2015. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/795.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Talbert, William. “Flourescence-Based Detection of Pesticides via Conjugated Polymer Nanoparticles.” 2015. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Talbert W. Flourescence-Based Detection of Pesticides via Conjugated Polymer Nanoparticles. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2015. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/795.
Council of Science Editors:
Talbert W. Flourescence-Based Detection of Pesticides via Conjugated Polymer Nanoparticles. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2015. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/795
University of Rhode Island
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Lyon, Sarina.
Controlling Marine Debris: An Exploration of the Responsible Behavior of Recreational Users in Rhode Island.
Degree: 2016, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/850
► Like many other coastal communities, people are attracted to Rhode Island’s waters for the range of recreational activities available among the diverse marine habitats. This…
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▼ Like many other coastal communities, people are attracted to Rhode Island’s waters for the range of recreational activities available among the diverse marine habitats. This large influx of people to coastal areas leads to increased threats to the marine environment. One prominent issue is the presence of debris in the ocean, which is predominantly a result of land-based sources such as runoff or trash left by coastal visitors. Among the debris items in the ocean, plastic is the most persistent due to its chemical composition. For this reason and the difficulty in cleaning up the waste, marine debris is a growing concern with no simple solution. In order to begin reducing the amount of debris entering the marine environment, human behavior must be addressed. The scope of this study is to understand how people participating in coastal recreation in Rhode Island behave towards the environment, with particular attention to behaviors that could reduce the amount of plastic debris entering the environment. This study uses multiple variables such as the New Ecological Paradigm, marine environmental concern, connectedness towards the marine environment, and basic demographic variables as potential indicators of one’s environmentally responsible behavior. This presentation will highlight results from regressions of 186 surveys conducted of recreationalists in coastal Rhode Island during the summer of 2015. By studying behavior towards the environment, areas of future research can be addressed among the people who use Rhode Island’s coasts.
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Lyon, S. (2016). Controlling Marine Debris: An Exploration of the Responsible Behavior of Recreational Users in Rhode Island. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/850
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Lyon, Sarina. “Controlling Marine Debris: An Exploration of the Responsible Behavior of Recreational Users in Rhode Island.” 2016. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/850.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Lyon, Sarina. “Controlling Marine Debris: An Exploration of the Responsible Behavior of Recreational Users in Rhode Island.” 2016. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Lyon S. Controlling Marine Debris: An Exploration of the Responsible Behavior of Recreational Users in Rhode Island. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2016. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/850.
Council of Science Editors:
Lyon S. Controlling Marine Debris: An Exploration of the Responsible Behavior of Recreational Users in Rhode Island. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2016. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/850
University of Rhode Island
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McCarthy, Kimberly I.
Electrical Response of Functionally Graded Graphene-Nylon Segregated Composites Under Quasi-Static Loading.
Degree: 2016, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/940
► This research examines the fabrication and electro-mechanical properties of functionally graded graphene-nylon segregated composites. A novel production technique was expanded upon to produce segregated nylon-pellet…
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▼ This research examines the fabrication and electro-mechanical properties of functionally graded graphene-nylon segregated composites. A novel production technique was expanded upon to produce segregated nylon-pellet and graphene nanocomposites with low percolation threshold for electrical conductivity. This particle templating procedure effectively disperses graphene within the nylon pellet matrix and is hot-press melted into three-inch diameter discs. While ideally structured for electrical transport, these specimens are mechanically weak along the polymer grain boundaries. To enhance the mechanical properties, a double-rotary shearing step was added to increase mechanical strength without significant sacrifice to electrical properties, signifying the shearing method is a viable trade-off fabrication approach. Lastly, a production technique for fabricating graphene-nylon textiles with conductive properties was investigated. Graphene-coated nylon yarn in a polymer matrix proved to have high electrical conductivity.
Chapter one is an introduction to graphene and related studies and applications. The nylon-pellet graphene material fabrication and testing are explored in chapters two and three respectively. Chapter four addresses the nylon-yarn and graphene composites. Electrical conductivity was measured using a high resolution four-point probe method. Three-point bend and tensile testing experiments were used to evaluate mechanical properties.
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McCarthy, K. I. (2016). Electrical Response of Functionally Graded Graphene-Nylon Segregated Composites Under Quasi-Static Loading. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/940
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
McCarthy, Kimberly I. “Electrical Response of Functionally Graded Graphene-Nylon Segregated Composites Under Quasi-Static Loading.” 2016. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/940.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
McCarthy, Kimberly I. “Electrical Response of Functionally Graded Graphene-Nylon Segregated Composites Under Quasi-Static Loading.” 2016. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
McCarthy KI. Electrical Response of Functionally Graded Graphene-Nylon Segregated Composites Under Quasi-Static Loading. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2016. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/940.
Council of Science Editors:
McCarthy KI. Electrical Response of Functionally Graded Graphene-Nylon Segregated Composites Under Quasi-Static Loading. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2016. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/940
University of Rhode Island
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Roberts, Elwood Scott.
Evaluating Seedlings of Eastern Hemlock Resistant to Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (Adelges tsugae).
Degree: 2015, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/634
► Hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA), Adelges tsugae Annand has invaded the North American range of the eastern hemlock, Tsuga canadensis (L.) Carriere, and Carolina hemlock T.…
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▼ Hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA), Adelges tsugae Annand has invaded the North American range of the eastern hemlock, Tsuga canadensis (L.) Carriere, and Carolina hemlock T. caroliniana Englemann, causing widespread mortality. Of the nine Tsuga species known worldwide, only T. canadensis and T. caroliniana experience mortality from HWA. Researchers at the University of Rhode Island and their cooperators have identified stands of HWA-resistant eastern hemlocks and confirmed this resistance through studies of vegetatively propagated progeny. This study investigates HWA resistance of plants grown from field-collected open-pollinated seed from these parent plants with known resistance. Trees were evaluated under standardized conditions, artificially inoculated with HWA and measurements of tree growth and HWA density were taken during the settlement phase of each HWA generation. Based upon published literature, HWA densities achieved in this study should have inhibited new growth and eventually killed at least some of the test plants. However, in this study, heavily infested seedlings continued to grow throughout the three years of observation and there is as yet, no HWA-induced tree mortality. It is possible that the HWA population used in this experiment is relatively non-virulent, not inducing the hypersensitive reaction of infested trees which causes declining health of both the trees and the HWA population.
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Roberts, E. S. (2015). Evaluating Seedlings of Eastern Hemlock Resistant to Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (Adelges tsugae). (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/634
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Roberts, Elwood Scott. “Evaluating Seedlings of Eastern Hemlock Resistant to Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (Adelges tsugae).” 2015. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/634.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Roberts, Elwood Scott. “Evaluating Seedlings of Eastern Hemlock Resistant to Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (Adelges tsugae).” 2015. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Roberts ES. Evaluating Seedlings of Eastern Hemlock Resistant to Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (Adelges tsugae). [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2015. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/634.
Council of Science Editors:
Roberts ES. Evaluating Seedlings of Eastern Hemlock Resistant to Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (Adelges tsugae). [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2015. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/634
University of Rhode Island
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Chang, Joanna K.
Tolfenamic Acid: A Potential Modifier of Tau Protein in Alzheimer's Disease.
Degree: 2015, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/696
► Alzheimer's disease (AD) is the most common form of dementia. It is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that is characterized by the increased abundance of amyloid…
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▼ Alzheimer's disease (AD) is the most common form of dementia. It is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that is characterized by the increased abundance of amyloid beta (AB) plaques, and neurofibrillary tangles composed of hyperphosphorylated tau. Only a handful of medications have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) since AD's discovery more than 100 years ago. These drugs only treat the symptoms and are best prescribed during the early stages of the disease. In addition, the drugs do not restore the cognitive loss. It is critical to discover a novel drug to treat and prevent this disease. We have chosen to repurpose tolfenamic acid (TA), a drug approved in Europe and parts of Asia, as a treatment for taupathies.
Data from our lab have shown that C57BL/6 mice treated with TA have lowered amyloid precursor protein (APP) and AB; levels (Adwan et al., 2011). Our lab found that treating APP transgenic mice (line R1.40) with TA led to improved cognitive function and working memory assessed by the Morris water maze and Y-maze, respectively, and reductions in AB plaque burden (Subaiea et al., 2013; 2015). The lab has also shown that R1.40 mice treated with TA showed a reduction in total tau, phospho-tau (p- tau) Ser235, Thr181, and CDK5 levels (Adwan et al., 2014). Sp1 is a common transcription factor of both APP and tau that regulates their gene expression. Thus, we examined the ability of TA to alter tau and its phosphorylation levels, and its effects in improving learning and memory profile in an htau transgenic mouse model. These transgenic mice are hemizygous for the htau gene expressing all six isoforms of the human microtubule associated protein tau (MAPT), and they are homozygous knockout for the murine tau. We administered mice a corn oil vehicle or TA at 5 or 50 mg/kg for 34 consecutive days. Memory and learning were assessed by MWM and Probe Trial I and II.
The protein was isolated from the cortices of the mice. Total tau, p-tau Ser396 and Thr231 protein levels were measured by Western blot. Administration of TA showed a decrease in protein levels of both 5 and 50 mg/kg treatment groups in contrast to the control group. Immunohistochemistry staining for p-tau Thr231 showed reduced p- tau present in the frontal cortex and striatum. In the MWM, the control group showed poor spatial learning and memory deficits that were attenuated in both the 5 and 50 mg/kg TA groups. In addition, both TA treatment groups showed improved memory retention in Probe Trial I and II compared to the control. These results show TA as a novel drug for AD as it lowered AD biomarker protein levels and improved cognitive function within the htau mouse model.
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Chang, J. K. (2015). Tolfenamic Acid: A Potential Modifier of Tau Protein in Alzheimer's Disease. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/696
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Chang, Joanna K. “Tolfenamic Acid: A Potential Modifier of Tau Protein in Alzheimer's Disease.” 2015. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/696.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Chang, Joanna K. “Tolfenamic Acid: A Potential Modifier of Tau Protein in Alzheimer's Disease.” 2015. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Chang JK. Tolfenamic Acid: A Potential Modifier of Tau Protein in Alzheimer's Disease. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2015. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/696.
Council of Science Editors:
Chang JK. Tolfenamic Acid: A Potential Modifier of Tau Protein in Alzheimer's Disease. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2015. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/696
University of Rhode Island
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Perkins, Matthew.
Development and Modeling of a Biomimetic Punting Unmanned Underwater Vehicle.
Degree: 2018, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1196
► This thesis details the development of a novel propulsion system for unmanned underwater vehicles (UUV's) inspired by the punting locomotion of the `Little Skate'. The…
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▼ This thesis details the development of a novel propulsion system for unmanned underwater vehicles (UUV's) inspired by the punting locomotion of the `Little Skate'. The hybrid legged, gliding and punting gait is a potential enabling technology for UUV access to complex littoral environments. Design, development and initial trials with the prototype vehicle are presented. A combination of video motion capture and on-board inertial sensing is validated and used for preliminary analysis of a limited set of punting gaits. The results indicate the importance of matching vehicle morphology and kinematics to achieve effective locomotion and that the prototype is viable to be used as a validation tool for a general punting dynamic model that is in development. A practical method for modeling the vehicle is also presented with results comparing the model to experimental trials.
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Perkins, M. (2018). Development and Modeling of a Biomimetic Punting Unmanned Underwater Vehicle. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1196
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Perkins, Matthew. “Development and Modeling of a Biomimetic Punting Unmanned Underwater Vehicle.” 2018. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1196.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Perkins, Matthew. “Development and Modeling of a Biomimetic Punting Unmanned Underwater Vehicle.” 2018. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Perkins M. Development and Modeling of a Biomimetic Punting Unmanned Underwater Vehicle. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2018. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1196.
Council of Science Editors:
Perkins M. Development and Modeling of a Biomimetic Punting Unmanned Underwater Vehicle. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2018. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1196
University of Rhode Island
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Nusrat, Farah.
ANALYZING URBAN FLOOD DISASTERS IN EMERGING MEGACITIES USING EARTH OBSERVATIONS.
Degree: 2018, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1294
► The world is going through rapid urbanization resulting in cities turning into megacities. This rapid change turns into unplanned development in order to adapt to…
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▼ The world is going through rapid urbanization resulting in cities turning into megacities. This rapid change turns into unplanned development in order to adapt to the growing population while the importance of the sustainability of the natural environment is neglected during the whole process. Along with the effects of climate change, flood disasters are becoming more frequent in megacities resulting in huge financial burden. Two driving factors behind urban flood disasters, anthropogenic and natural, are considered here: (i) Land Use and Land Cover (LULC) change, and (ii) intensity and frequency of precipitation. We focus on four major cities from across the world that are prone to chronic urban flooding problems: Houston, United States, Mexico City, Mexico, Jakarta, Indonesia, and Dhaka, Bangladesh. The aim of this study is to identify the main drivers behind flood disasters to improve disaster management and urban planning in these megacities. Utilizing the vantage of and recent advances in Earth Observations (EO) images and data, we assess urbanization patterns and associated hydrological changes for these cities. We found that LULC change is a principal driving factor behind urban flooding in Houston, Mexico City, and Dhaka. For Jakarta, both factors are equally important for urban flooding.
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Nusrat, F. (2018). ANALYZING URBAN FLOOD DISASTERS IN EMERGING MEGACITIES USING EARTH OBSERVATIONS. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1294
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Nusrat, Farah. “ANALYZING URBAN FLOOD DISASTERS IN EMERGING MEGACITIES USING EARTH OBSERVATIONS.” 2018. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1294.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Nusrat, Farah. “ANALYZING URBAN FLOOD DISASTERS IN EMERGING MEGACITIES USING EARTH OBSERVATIONS.” 2018. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Nusrat F. ANALYZING URBAN FLOOD DISASTERS IN EMERGING MEGACITIES USING EARTH OBSERVATIONS. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2018. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1294.
Council of Science Editors:
Nusrat F. ANALYZING URBAN FLOOD DISASTERS IN EMERGING MEGACITIES USING EARTH OBSERVATIONS. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2018. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1294
University of Rhode Island
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Ramirez-Sanabria, Andrea.
DIETARY CONTRIBUTORS TO FOOD GROUP INTAKE IN PRESCHOOL CHILDREN ATTENDING FAMILY CHILDCARE HOMES.
Degree: 2020, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1832
► Statement of the Problem: Exposing preschool aged children to a variety of healthy food is essential for the development of healthy eating patterns. Therefore, ensuring…
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▼ Statement of the Problem: Exposing preschool aged children to a variety of healthy food is essential for the development of healthy eating patterns. Therefore, ensuring healthy environments are necessary. This includes Family Childcare Homes (FCCH), a specific type of childcare in which non-relative providers care for the children in their own home. Unfortunately, during childcare, children are not meeting recommendations for fruits, vegetables, whole grains and low-fat milk; and on the contrary, are consuming too many sugar-sweetened beverages, fruit juice and energy-dense snacks. Most studies have been conducted in childcare centers, and even though FCCH provide care for nearly 2 million preschoolers, studies exploring what children are consuming in FCCH are limited. In addition, FCCH providers are often ethnically diverse; including Latino providers, which are expected to increase due to demographic changes. Previous studies have shown that the providers’ Latino culture influences the foods they serve; however, differences in foods offered by Latino and non-Latino providers in the FCCH have been unexplored. The aim of this study was to identify and describe the food sources that contribute to food group intake in preschool children attending FCCH in Rhode Island, and to examine differences by provider ethnicity. Methods: Baseline data (n=120 FCCH and n=370 children) from Healthy Start, a cluster-randomized trial, were used. Providers were classified as Latino or non-Latino according to their answer to the question referent to ethnicity on the demographics survey completed. Information about foods and beverages consumed by the children was collected using the Dietary Observation in Child Care technique; observations were done twice, either on consecutive or non-consecutive days. The Nutrition Data System for Research food group classification was used to define food groups and sources. A home-level analysis was conducted to determine the children’s food group intake, this was then averaged overall and by the provider’s ethnicity. The contribution of each food source to its respective major food group was calculated as a proportion, using ratio of means. Differences in mean ratios between Latino and non-Latino providers were tested with ANOVA and ANCOVA (p<0.05) and Bonferroni adjustments were made for multiple comparisons. Summary of results: The analysis included 120 FCCH providers, all female, 67.5% were Latino, with mean age of 48.9 ± 9.0 years; and 370 preschool children, 57.6% were Latino, mean age of 3.4 ± 0.9 years. There is room for improvement in the foods consumed at the FCCH, specifically regarding fruit juice, refined grains and dark-green vegetables. Juice contributed the highest proportion of fruits consumed (0.85 ± 0.24) across all FCCH, and most vegetables consumed were non-starchy (0.61 ± 0.34). Of the total dairy consumed, nearly, three-fourths was low-fat (0.71 ± 0.30), and most milk/yogurt was unsweetened (0.85 ± 0.20). Of the total grains, three fourths of the servings consumed were refined…
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Ramirez-Sanabria, A. (2020). DIETARY CONTRIBUTORS TO FOOD GROUP INTAKE IN PRESCHOOL CHILDREN ATTENDING FAMILY CHILDCARE HOMES. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1832
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Ramirez-Sanabria, Andrea. “DIETARY CONTRIBUTORS TO FOOD GROUP INTAKE IN PRESCHOOL CHILDREN ATTENDING FAMILY CHILDCARE HOMES.” 2020. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1832.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Ramirez-Sanabria, Andrea. “DIETARY CONTRIBUTORS TO FOOD GROUP INTAKE IN PRESCHOOL CHILDREN ATTENDING FAMILY CHILDCARE HOMES.” 2020. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Ramirez-Sanabria A. DIETARY CONTRIBUTORS TO FOOD GROUP INTAKE IN PRESCHOOL CHILDREN ATTENDING FAMILY CHILDCARE HOMES. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2020. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1832.
Council of Science Editors:
Ramirez-Sanabria A. DIETARY CONTRIBUTORS TO FOOD GROUP INTAKE IN PRESCHOOL CHILDREN ATTENDING FAMILY CHILDCARE HOMES. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2020. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1832
University of Rhode Island
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Bekke, Jillian M.
Effects of a Community-Based Tai Chi and Dietary Weight Loss Intervention on Body Composition in Obese Older Women.
Degree: 2013, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/61
► Background: Obesity is a risk factor for many chronic diseases in older women. Tai Chi is an alternative exercise that has not been thoroughly investigated…
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▼ Background: Obesity is a risk factor for many chronic diseases in older women. Tai Chi is an alternative exercise that has not been thoroughly investigated in this population in a community setting for its effects on body fat mass when combined with dietary weight loss. Methods: A 16-week community-based intervention using Tai Chi and behaviorally-based dietary weight loss (TCWL, n=29) in older (68.2 ± 1.5 yr) obese (BMI=35.4 ± 0.8kg/m2) women was conducted compared to a control group (CON, n=9; BMI=38.0 ± 1.5 kg/m2; age=65.5 ± 2.7 yr). Primary and exploratory outcomes included were body fat mass, BMI, percent fat (via bioelectrical impedance), fat-free mass, hip circumference, waist circumference, and waist to hip ratio. Participants in the TCWL group engaged in twice weekly Tai Chi sessions (~50 min) and once weekly nutritional weight loss meetings. The CON group was asked to continue with their daily routines. Results: The TCWL group did not see changes (p < 0.05) when compared to the CON group in weight (-1.6 ± 0.5 kg vs. -1.1 ± 0.9 kg, p=0.66), body fat mass (-3.0 ± 1.5 kg vs. 1.5 ± 2.8 kg, p=0.16), BMI (-0.7 ± 0.2 kg/m2 vs. -0.4 ± 0.3 kg/m2 p=0.53), or waist circumference (-4.8 ± 1.2 cm vs. -3.0 ± 2.2 cm, p=0.48). There was also a lack of significant change (p < 0.05) between groups in percent body fat (-0.3 ± 0.2 % vs. -0.4 ± 0.4% p=0.10), fat-free mass (-0.7 ± 0.4 kg vs. -0.9 ± 0.7 kg, p=0.81), hip circumference (-0.2 ± 0.8 cm vs. -0.9 ± 1.4 cm, p=0.67) and waist to hip ratio (-0.03 ± 0.01 vs. -0.03 ± 0.02, p=0.69). Conclusion: The results from this study show that the combination of Tai Chi and dietary weight loss is not effective in altering key measures of body composition in obese older women. There is need for further research with more substantial weight loss and when combined with other exercise modalities.
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Bekke, J. M. (2013). Effects of a Community-Based Tai Chi and Dietary Weight Loss Intervention on Body Composition in Obese Older Women. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/61
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Bekke, Jillian M. “Effects of a Community-Based Tai Chi and Dietary Weight Loss Intervention on Body Composition in Obese Older Women.” 2013. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/61.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Bekke, Jillian M. “Effects of a Community-Based Tai Chi and Dietary Weight Loss Intervention on Body Composition in Obese Older Women.” 2013. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Bekke JM. Effects of a Community-Based Tai Chi and Dietary Weight Loss Intervention on Body Composition in Obese Older Women. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2013. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/61.
Council of Science Editors:
Bekke JM. Effects of a Community-Based Tai Chi and Dietary Weight Loss Intervention on Body Composition in Obese Older Women. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2013. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/61
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Van Asch, Patrick Cooper.
PARENTAL PERCEPTIONS OF THE RHODE ISLAND EXPANDED FOOD AND NUTRITION EDUCATION PROGRAM.
Degree: 2014, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/324
► Childhood obesity in the United States has more than doubled over the last thirty years. As of 2012 in the United States, the percentage of…
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▼ Childhood obesity in the United States has more than doubled over the last thirty years. As of 2012 in the United States, the percentage of obese children and adolescents ages 2 – 19 years remains alarmingly high at 16.9%. Childhood obesity is a major public health concern as obesity is associated with multiple health complications and increased mortality and morbidity. The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) targets low-income households and provides knowledge and skills to improve nutritional well-being. The goal of this project was to explore: 1) participant satisfaction with regards to the current Rhode Island Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (RI-EFNEP) curriculum, 2) the perceived cultural appropriateness of the curriculum , 3) parents’ perceptions of how certain obesity-related behaviors are discussed, and 4) participants’ current parenting practices related to raising healthy children. Sixty minute semi-structured interviews were conducted in local community centers throughout Rhode Island with participants (n=22) who had completed the RI-EFNEP program. A translator was present for individuals communicating in Spanish. Participants were 18 or older and had a young child between ages 2 – 8 years. All interviews were transcribed. Content analysis was utilized to analyze themes coded in Microsoft NVivo 10 QSR. Approximately 73% of participants identified as Hispanic/Latino and all participants were low-income. Results indicate that parents increased nutritional knowledge and reported changed behaviors (e.g. greater fruit and vegetable intake, whole grain intake). They stated that they had an excellent experience and felt respected and empowered. Additionally, they had suggestions for improving the curriculum (e.g. budgeting, label reading, media literacy, food demonstrations, parenting skills, portion control, and recipes). Participants reported that the paraprofessionals incorporated culture into the curriculum. Parents reported learning about obesity-related behaviors (e.g. sugar-sweetened beverages, eating outside the home, and fast-food consumption). Parents utilized routines and strategies at home for raising healthy children, but did identify skills and ideas they thought would help them. These findings can be used to tailor the curriculum for parents to ensure discussion on all obesity-related behaviors and can incorporate parenting skills education to further enhance the health of their families. Since EFNEP reaches a high-risk population, prevention of overweight and obesity should be promoted among these parents.
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Van Asch, P. C. (2014). PARENTAL PERCEPTIONS OF THE RHODE ISLAND EXPANDED FOOD AND NUTRITION EDUCATION PROGRAM. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/324
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Van Asch, Patrick Cooper. “PARENTAL PERCEPTIONS OF THE RHODE ISLAND EXPANDED FOOD AND NUTRITION EDUCATION PROGRAM.” 2014. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/324.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Van Asch, Patrick Cooper. “PARENTAL PERCEPTIONS OF THE RHODE ISLAND EXPANDED FOOD AND NUTRITION EDUCATION PROGRAM.” 2014. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Van Asch PC. PARENTAL PERCEPTIONS OF THE RHODE ISLAND EXPANDED FOOD AND NUTRITION EDUCATION PROGRAM. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2014. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/324.
Council of Science Editors:
Van Asch PC. PARENTAL PERCEPTIONS OF THE RHODE ISLAND EXPANDED FOOD AND NUTRITION EDUCATION PROGRAM. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2014. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/324
University of Rhode Island
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Fertmann, Stefan.
Profitable Remanufacturing Processes in Small and Medium Sized Companies: A Case Study.
Degree: 2016, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/902
► Challenges like scarce resources and the threat of climate change will make it harder to satisfy the global demand for industrial goods in the future.…
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▼ Challenges like scarce resources and the threat of climate change will make it harder to satisfy the global demand for industrial goods in the future. The urgency of shifting from the classic way of industrial production to a more sustainable one drives companies to consider remanufacturing activities as a raw material source and business opportunity.
This study was conducted to investigate the profitability of remanufacturing processes in small and medium sized companies, since large corporations are leaping ahead in this field. This problem is approached with a literature review, in order to give the reader insight into life cycle thinking and remanufacturing processes. Then, a case study is conducted in the warranty returns department of a medium sized company.
Different scenarios were calculated to show the benefits and difficulties of conducting remanufacturing operations.
Through this example, this study shows that repairing used products can also be beneficial and profitable for smaller companies. It saves costs for raw material and is more environmentally friendly.
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Fertmann, S. (2016). Profitable Remanufacturing Processes in Small and Medium Sized Companies: A Case Study. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/902
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Fertmann, Stefan. “Profitable Remanufacturing Processes in Small and Medium Sized Companies: A Case Study.” 2016. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/902.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Fertmann, Stefan. “Profitable Remanufacturing Processes in Small and Medium Sized Companies: A Case Study.” 2016. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
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Fertmann S. Profitable Remanufacturing Processes in Small and Medium Sized Companies: A Case Study. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2016. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/902.
Council of Science Editors:
Fertmann S. Profitable Remanufacturing Processes in Small and Medium Sized Companies: A Case Study. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2016. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/902
University of Rhode Island
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Tyler, Jacob Grant.
OFFSHORE WIND AND COMMUNITY BENEFITS IN KITTY HAWK, NC.
Degree: 2020, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1846
► As offshore wind energy development gains a foothold in the United States, the possibility of conflict between local communities and developers may become increasingly common.…
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▼ As offshore wind energy development gains a foothold in the United States, the possibility of conflict between local communities and developers may become increasingly common. Coastal communities within the viewshed or hosting transmission cables may fear several impacts but few benefits. This lack of benefits can influence the level of support in the community for a project and eventually lead toward opposition. Community benefits, provided through the wind farm developer, may help garner local support in communities in close proximity to a wind farm project. In the U.S. offshore wind industry, community benefits are not obligatory but are sometimes offered voluntarily by the developer. This research focused on the federal Kitty Hawk Wind Lease off the Outer Banks of North Carolina, which was awarded to a private energy company in 2017. Remote communities, like the Outer Banks of North Carolina, may see little investment or job opportunities from an offshore wind farm while still experiencing effects from its proximity. The research goal of this study was to understand how key informants think of a proposed offshore wind farm in the context of community benefits. In Summer 2019, we conducted extensive semi-structured interviews with 11 key informants in the area. Using thematic analysis, we developed overarching themes in the data. Our data shows that key informants are skeptical of direct benefits like local employment from the project while showing optimism for indirect, regional benefits. Concerns over impacts center on the landing of a transmission cable and possible effects on the commercial fishing industry. Regarding community benefits, the majority of key informants were interested in a community fund that would be administered by the local government or a trusted local organization. This study emphasizes the need for more research on community benefits from offshore wind in the United States and makes recommendations on how to incorporate community benefits into the U.S. federal leasing process.
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Tyler, J. G. (2020). OFFSHORE WIND AND COMMUNITY BENEFITS IN KITTY HAWK, NC. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1846
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Tyler, Jacob Grant. “OFFSHORE WIND AND COMMUNITY BENEFITS IN KITTY HAWK, NC.” 2020. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1846.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Tyler, Jacob Grant. “OFFSHORE WIND AND COMMUNITY BENEFITS IN KITTY HAWK, NC.” 2020. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Tyler JG. OFFSHORE WIND AND COMMUNITY BENEFITS IN KITTY HAWK, NC. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2020. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1846.
Council of Science Editors:
Tyler JG. OFFSHORE WIND AND COMMUNITY BENEFITS IN KITTY HAWK, NC. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2020. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1846
University of Rhode Island
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Boukarim, Jessie.
CITY OF PROVIDENCE COMMUNITY READINESS FOR AN OBESITY PREVENTION INTERVENTION.
Degree: 2018, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1305
► In order to prevent early childhood obesity, community-wide interventions are needed. However, few studies have assessed a community’s readiness to prevent childhood obesity among 0-5…
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▼ In order to prevent early childhood obesity, community-wide interventions are needed. However, few studies have assessed a community’s readiness to prevent childhood obesity among 0-5 year old children. Therefore, the aim of this study was to assess the level of readiness to prevent obesity among 0-5 year olds in Providence, RI.
Key informant interviews with local leaders of organizations that work with 0- 5 year old children in Providence (n=12) were completed using the community readiness model (CRM). The CRM’s level of readiness ranges from 1 (no awareness) to 9 (high level of community ownership). Furthermore, the CRM is comprised of dimensions: 1) community efforts, 2) community knowledge of the efforts, 3) leadership, 4) community climate, 5) community knowledge of the issues, and 6) resources available. Participants were interviewed for approximately 60 minutes about knowledge of health and wellness efforts in Providence for 0-5 year old children and completed a sociodemographic survey. Interviews were audio-recorded and transcribed. Descriptive statistics were reported for the sociodemographic survey, and mean and standard deviations from the CRM dimensions were run in SPSS.
Participants represented the following sectors: Department of Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Department of Education, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, child care, Parks and Recreation, and Healthy Community’s office. All key informant interviewees hold college degrees with 9-32 years of experience in the field. The overall community readiness to change score was 3.2, which corresponds to a vague awareness stage. Community knowledge of efforts and community climate both received the lowest scores (2.7 ± 0.12) while leadership (4.0 ± 0.05) and resources (3.5 ± 0.04) ranked highest.
In Providence, efforts to increase the community’s knowledge of the causes, symptoms, and prevalence of childhood obesity may be warranted. The city appears to already be supporting activities related to prevention through leadership but community members’ level of knowledge and involvement could be improved. Given that childhood obesity continues to be a critical public health concern in the city, it will be important to capitalize on resources and leadership to further support collaborative efforts and sustainability. Overall, the CRM may be utilized in additional communities to inform of strengths, weaknesses, and available resources regarding public health concerns.
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Boukarim, J. (2018). CITY OF PROVIDENCE COMMUNITY READINESS FOR AN OBESITY PREVENTION INTERVENTION. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1305
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Boukarim, Jessie. “CITY OF PROVIDENCE COMMUNITY READINESS FOR AN OBESITY PREVENTION INTERVENTION.” 2018. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1305.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Boukarim, Jessie. “CITY OF PROVIDENCE COMMUNITY READINESS FOR AN OBESITY PREVENTION INTERVENTION.” 2018. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Boukarim J. CITY OF PROVIDENCE COMMUNITY READINESS FOR AN OBESITY PREVENTION INTERVENTION. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2018. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1305.
Council of Science Editors:
Boukarim J. CITY OF PROVIDENCE COMMUNITY READINESS FOR AN OBESITY PREVENTION INTERVENTION. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2018. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/1305
University of Rhode Island
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Witt, Alan Nicholas.
FRONTIER THEORY AND THE RECONQUISTA: THE ROLE OF LAWS IN DEFINING THE FRONTIERS OF MEDIEVAL SPAIN.
Degree: 2014, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/315
► Statement of the Problem: Recent historians have argued that the term “frontier” and the related concepts of frontier societies or zones (as used by scholars…
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▼ Statement of the Problem: Recent historians have argued that the term “frontier” and the related concepts of frontier societies or zones (as used by scholars of medieval Spain in particular and the Middle Ages in general) are all amorphous and ill-defined concepts, lacking predictive value because of their conflicting usages by different historians. Is it possible to create a solid foundation for the term “frontier” so that it can be utilized in historical discourse? Do any of the elements of the frontier hypothesis as it was originally conceived hold up when applied to contemporary medieval notions of the frontier?
Methodology or Procedures: This thesis utilizes three law codes from medieval Spain: the Code of Cuenca, which is the municipal charter granted to the town of Cuenca after it was conquered from the Muslims in the 12th century by the King of Castile; the combined Fueros (the Spanish term for municipal charters) of the towns of Borja and Zaragoza in the Kingdom of Aragon, produced around 1150; and Las Siete Partidas (The Seven Laws) which were codified around the mid-13th century to apply to the entirety of Castile. This study analyzes the Code of Cuenca and the Fueros de Borja y Zaragoza for their descriptions of the boundaries of their respective communities in order to find a contemporary vision of the frontier, and then compares them to each other to establish the fundamental similarity of the frontier experience between kingdoms. Finally, it compares both Charters to Las Siete Partidas in order to establish their influence on that code and to track the changes in the concept of the frontier over the course of the Reconquista.
Findings: The pre-existing concept of the frontier in medieval Spain, la frontera, provides a stable theoretical basis for the use of the term “frontier” in analyzing medieval Spain because it is grounded in the local perceptions of the term rather than outside theoretical constructs that were originally intended to describe the American frontier. The characteristics of the Spanish frontier are visible within the law codes and town charters of the various kingdoms of Spain, and these sources are representative of the broader mindset because they were based on both the views of the powerful kings and the deeply rooted Visigothic customs kept by the peasants and local lords. The original conception of the frontier held (in part) that it shaped culture away from European norms, and this particular proviso of the original theory applies to Castile in that those previous Visigothic customs were reified by the granting of town charters and were thus made resistant to later pressure to conform to European norms. Specifically, the concept of partible inheritance, inherited from the Visigoths, remained the norm in Spanish law in direct contrast to the prevailing notions of primogeniture and/or maleonly inheritance in most of the rest of Europe.
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Witt, A. N. (2014). FRONTIER THEORY AND THE RECONQUISTA: THE ROLE OF LAWS IN DEFINING THE FRONTIERS OF MEDIEVAL SPAIN. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/315
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Witt, Alan Nicholas. “FRONTIER THEORY AND THE RECONQUISTA: THE ROLE OF LAWS IN DEFINING THE FRONTIERS OF MEDIEVAL SPAIN.” 2014. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/315.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Witt, Alan Nicholas. “FRONTIER THEORY AND THE RECONQUISTA: THE ROLE OF LAWS IN DEFINING THE FRONTIERS OF MEDIEVAL SPAIN.” 2014. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Witt AN. FRONTIER THEORY AND THE RECONQUISTA: THE ROLE OF LAWS IN DEFINING THE FRONTIERS OF MEDIEVAL SPAIN. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2014. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/315.
Council of Science Editors:
Witt AN. FRONTIER THEORY AND THE RECONQUISTA: THE ROLE OF LAWS IN DEFINING THE FRONTIERS OF MEDIEVAL SPAIN. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2014. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/315
University of Rhode Island
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Turner, Cathleen.
VERIFICATION OF PH FLUCTUATIONS IN NARRAGANSETT BAY.
Degree: 2015, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/526
► In order to understand potential changes in pH driven by increasing atmospheric carbon dioxide, we first need to understand what controls pH and its variability…
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▼ In order to understand potential changes in pH driven by increasing atmospheric carbon dioxide, we first need to understand what controls pH and its variability in estuaries today. We measured total alkalinity, dissolved inorganic carbon, pH, temperature and salinity of samples taken hourly for 24 hours once a month at three sites in Narragansett Bay (2/2010 to 4/2011) to understand the controls on daily and seasonal pH variation: GSO, Greenwich Bay (GB), and Potter Cove (PC). We also measured in situ pH (pHe) and temperature every five minutes at the same sites and during the same time periods. Our calculations of pH (pHc) from total alkalinity, dissolved inorganic carbon, salinity and temperature measurements indicate daily pH variation of 0.10 to 0.62. The largest pHc range for GSO was on April 1st 2010, which had range of pHc of 8.36 to 7.94. The pHe range on the same day was from 8.19 to 8.01. The largest pHc range for PC was on March 8th 2011, which had range of pHc of 8.68 to 8.16. The pHe range on the same day was from 9.02 to 8.46. The largest pHc range for GB was on May 13th 2010, which had range of pHc of 8.04 to 7.42. The pHe range on the same day was from 7.91 to 7.52. We propagate errors in our calculations and use a conservative mixing model to determine if this variation in pH is valid or an artifact of error. The variations in pH are real and are not an artifact because the observed daily range in pH is greater than the pH range due to total error. We compared pH determined from dissolved inorganic carbon and total alkalinity measurements to pH determined from a conservative mixing model. The comparisons show that daily pH variation is not completely explained by the mixing of waters with different salinity, alkalinity, and dissolved inorganic carbon. Short- term pH change that cannot be explained by the model and have carbon dioxide and dissolved oxygen deviation from equilibrium are driven by biological activity, primarily photosynthesis and respiration. The fractional departure of dissolved carbon dioxide (([CO2*] –[CO2*]sat)/[CO2*], CO2* = dissolved and hydrated CO2) and dissolved oxygen (([O2] – [O2]sat)/[O2]) are anti-correlated, but not clearly linked to chlorophyll concentration. The mixing efficiency of the estuary provides a physical explanation as to why pH below equilibrium concentrations of CO2 co-varies with low dissolved oxygen concentrations.
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Turner, C. (2015). VERIFICATION OF PH FLUCTUATIONS IN NARRAGANSETT BAY. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/526
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Turner, Cathleen. “VERIFICATION OF PH FLUCTUATIONS IN NARRAGANSETT BAY.” 2015. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/526.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Turner, Cathleen. “VERIFICATION OF PH FLUCTUATIONS IN NARRAGANSETT BAY.” 2015. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Turner C. VERIFICATION OF PH FLUCTUATIONS IN NARRAGANSETT BAY. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2015. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/526.
Council of Science Editors:
Turner C. VERIFICATION OF PH FLUCTUATIONS IN NARRAGANSETT BAY. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2015. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/526
University of Rhode Island
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Zierfuss, Andre.
The Impact of Data Complexity on Privacy Management Resulting from Vehicular (V2X) Applications.
Degree: 2013, University of Rhode Island
URL: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/52
► In recent years, privacy management has become one of the most complex processes in the connected world. Fundamental technologies like GPS, cellular communications, and the…
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▼ In recent years, privacy management has become one of the most complex processes in the connected world. Fundamental technologies like GPS, cellular communications, and the Internet have become mandatory equipment in the modern vehicle. Subsequently, the vehicle became part of this connected world, wherein data are constantly sent and received. Accordingly, it became inevitable to introduce data security to vehicular communication. Hence, the development of location based and other connected services, introduced a new level of data complexity. In scenarios where GPS data are tied to certain entities or databases consisting of entire personal profiles, data cannot be treated separately anymore. Prior improvements regarding privacy protection achieved through anonymous pseudonyms have become negligible, due to GPS enabled traceability. This paper presents a new approach that turns privacy protection from a one-way street into a negotiation process. It allows the user to individually decide what data is provided and what is kept private.
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Zierfuss, A. (2013). The Impact of Data Complexity on Privacy Management Resulting from Vehicular (V2X) Applications. (Masters Thesis). University of Rhode Island. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/52
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Zierfuss, Andre. “The Impact of Data Complexity on Privacy Management Resulting from Vehicular (V2X) Applications.” 2013. Masters Thesis, University of Rhode Island. Accessed January 27, 2021.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/52.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Zierfuss, Andre. “The Impact of Data Complexity on Privacy Management Resulting from Vehicular (V2X) Applications.” 2013. Web. 27 Jan 2021.
Vancouver:
Zierfuss A. The Impact of Data Complexity on Privacy Management Resulting from Vehicular (V2X) Applications. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2013. [cited 2021 Jan 27].
Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/52.
Council of Science Editors:
Zierfuss A. The Impact of Data Complexity on Privacy Management Resulting from Vehicular (V2X) Applications. [Masters Thesis]. University of Rhode Island; 2013. Available from: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/52
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