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Effect of Three Dimensional Substratum Features on Benthic Algal Biomass Productivity
(2017-11-30)
Algae has emerged as a promising and valuable source for biofuels, waste water remediation and bio-products such as fertilizers, bioplastics and aquaculture feed. Algae’s emergence can be attributed to its high growth rates ...
The Effect of Throwing Intensity on Overhand Throwing Mechanics
(2021-12-07)
Overhead throwing is a dynamic and demanding movement that places great amounts of stress on the throwing arm. Current consensus attributes most throwing-related injuries to repeated microtrauma of the musculoskeletal ...
Effect of Tissue Compression on the Hoffmann Reflex: Comparison Between the Ischial Tuberosity and Posterior Thigh
(2007-05-15)
This projected monitored nerve function during 9-minutes of compression at 210 mmHg and in the ensuing 10-minute recovery period. Compression was produced by a purpose-built plunger. A within-subjects design was used to ...
Effect of Torrefaction on Biomass Structure and Product Distribution from Fast Pyrolysis
(2015-01-13)
Torrefaction, a thermal pretreatment process, has been documented to improve the chemical composition of bio-oil produced from fast pyrolysis process. During torrefaction pretreatment, the major constituents of biomass ...
The Effect of Traditional Vocal Warm-up Versus Semi-Occluded Vocal Tract Exercises on the Acoustic Parameters of Voice
(2014-03-27)
This study investigated the effect of traditional vocal warm-up versus semi-occluded vocal tract exercises on the acoustic parameters of voice. Vocal warm-up is thought to be a pre-requisite for optimal singing, but studies ...
Effect of Trans-Resveratrol on Shelf-Life and Bioactive Compounds in Satsuma Mandarin
(2007-12-15)
Satsuma mandarin (Citrus unshiu Marc.) is an important citrus commodity grown in the Gulf Coast area of Alabama. Mandarins are regarded as a valued part of a nutritious diet and health benefits are attributed to vitamin ...
Effect of Transformational Leadership and Organizational Innovativeness on Motor Carrier Performance
(2012-07-27)
This dissertation developed a theoretical model of the relationship between transformational leadership, organizational innovativeness, and organizational performance, both operational and financial. To test the model, ...
The Effect of Two Acute Exercise Modalities on Performance, Physiology, and Cognition During Simulated Firefighting Tasks
(2024-04-25)
Evidence suggests exercise can transiently decrease occupational performance in firefighters. However, it is unclear how different modalities affect physiological and cognitive outcomes. We aimed to determine on-shift ...
Effect of Two Bandage Protocols on Equine Fetlock Kinematics
(2009-04-16)
The purpose of this study was to assess the kinematic effects of the Sports Medicine Boot II® and the Twenty X™ Polo Wrap in the forelimbs of horses while trotting. This study provides valuable kinematic data for use in ...
Effect of vane shape and fertilizer product on spread uniformity using a dual-disc spinner spreader
(2014-06-27)
Advancements in granular applicators are required in order to provide accurate metering and placement of fertilizer as emphasis grows on nutrient and associated environmental stewardship. Spinner-disc spreaders are commonly ...
The Effect of Varying Work Order Sequences on Physiological Responses in Combined Manual Material Handling
(2010-12-06)
Despite technological advances in the workplace that reduces the physical requirements of the worker, musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) continue to be a concern. This is particularly the case in the manual material handling ...
The Effect of Vitamin D3 Supplementation on Physical Performance in Ambulatory Patients on Hemodialysis
(2012-08-27)
Objective: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of cholecalciferol (vitamin D3) supplementation on physical performance in ambulatory hemodialysis (HD) patients.
Design and Setting: This randomized, ...
The effect of water stress on peanut soil microbiome and plant physiology
(2023-07-25)
Arachis hypogea is an economically important crop in the Southeastern region of the United States. The kernel has a high nutritional value containing oil, proteins, and carbohydrates. However, 90% of farmers in Alabama do ...
EFFECT OF WAVE ACTION, BIOFOULING CONTROL, AND DENSITY ON THE PERFORMANCE OF EASTERN OYSTERS (CRASSOSTREA VIRGINICA)
(2021-06-21)
To better understand the impacts of wave action on oyster performance and its interaction with other farming choices, triploid oysters were deployed utilizing the adjustable longline system at an oyster farm site near Deer ...
Effect of Weed Management on Fruiting Position and Yield of RoundUp Ready Flex Cotton
(2006-08-15)
Roundup Ready Flex cotton was commercially available in 2006 and growers need production information about this new technology. Field trials were conducted at the Prattville Experiment Field, Prattville, AL and the Field ...
Effect of Weight in the Non-Throwing Hand on the Baseball Pitching Motion
(2019-07-02)
Baseball is a sport which includes various sequential motions that utilize the entire kinetic chain. When considering the baseball pitching motion, the sports medicine community often refers to the kinetic chain as the ...
Effective Detection of Epidemiologically Significant Persistent Infections of Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus
(2006-08-15)
Prior research has shown that virus cannot be isolated from the serum of some cattle which are persistently infected (PI) with bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV). However, the ability of these atypical PI animals to infect ...
Effective Non-Traditional Weed Control in Container-Grown Nursery Crops
(2006-12-15)
A series of experiments were conducted to evaluate container nursery crop tolerance and oxalis control with postemergence applied diuron as influenced by timely overhead irrigation. Intent was to identify an interval ...
Effective Organizational Characteristics for International Student Enrollment Service
(2007-12-15)
Historically the U.S. has attracted international students to its campuses deliberately and enrolling additional international students has become an increasingly important subject (Cravcenco, 2004; Phanchantraurai, 2005). ...
Effective Pollination Period and Influence of Crop Load Management on AU Kiwifruit Cultivars
(2016-04-26)
Kiwifruit size and marketability is closely associated with successful pollination and crop load management. Commercial kiwifruit production often involves much effort to enhance pollination due to the inherent difficulties ...