Consistently with the previously observed decrease in testicular testosterone production, the genes and gene pathways involved in steroidogenesis and cholesterol homeostasisand were all down regulated . The effects of DBP on the expression of genes involved in cholesterol transport and steroidogenesis were dose-dependent, with significant reductions in mRNA levels of scavenger receptor B type 1 and […]
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Observational research indicates that cannabis production is likely to affect wildlife space use
One major limitation of our approach to interpreting detection as a combination of detectability and space use intensity is that the two are not entirely separable. We have included covariates that we believe address one aspect more than the other, but there could be unaccounted for detectability variables that confound our interpretation of space use […]
There was widespread confusion and frustration with the regulations around recreational cannabis
Farmers mentioned the need for more crop research, information-sharing, and stronger norms around acceptable environmental practices. While this theme did not translate easily into quantifiable spatial proxies, we focused on farmers’ expressed desire to grow in remote areas because of the opportunity to work the land in proximity to wild flora and fauna. We quantified […]
There was a wide range of responses regarding the importance of regulation for farmer decision making.
The variables missing from the paid participants survey include demographics- story, tenure, exterior in the sun, maintenance – count of active leaks, behaviors – chemical storage, scented products, windows are open, frequently take a long shower, shoes are removed, and frequency of vacuuming.Table 4 presents the results from the negative binomial regression analysis of indoor […]
The pattern around Altiplano’s boundary is not evident at the municipality level
During my fieldwork campaign, I was not able to answer these questions, but numerous observations provided mixed indications of the nature and importance of ethnic networks in the region. Therefore, simply using language or membership in an ethnic group in the region might be an inadequate indicator, and such networks among farmers need to be […]
Semi-structured interviews lasted approximately one hour with each of the participants
Productivity of certain crops has decreased. For example, in 2001, Puno was responsible for 81% of the national production of quinoa, but by 2016, this share had fallen to 45.2% . Even though this dissertation focuses on pre-existing vulnerability, an understanding of past and present climate dynamics will help us comprehend some of the challenges […]
These include alginates from brown algae and agar and carrageenans from red algae
A fit-free approach for the analysis of fluorescence spectral components in the microscopy images which does not require an a priori knowledge of the basis spectra was used. This technique is non-invasive and could be utilized to quantitatively identify different molecular species in live samples . In this work, we present a biometric tool developed […]
Triangulation of these methods improves the validation of results
The methods used for evaluating curriculum efficacy include 1) semi-structured teacher interviews, 2) student surveys , and 3) participant-site observation.Deeper understanding can be gained from a small set of cases on CCE, and best practices can then be applied to a larger universe of schools. More specific to each method, teacher interviews followed a six-question interview […]
Preliminary student surveys provide a baseline for student knowledge and engagement
In order to facilitate what scholars such as Anderson et al. 2018a refers to as the “agroecological transition,” already underway in many urban food ecosystems around the globe , we argue that applying an agroecological approach to inquiry and research into the diversity of sites, goals, and ways in which food is produced in cities […]
We then present findings from a survey of 35 diverse urban farm operations in the East Bay
Much of the literature is theoretical, focused on the production potential of urban agriculture, while more work is needed to understand and overcome barriers to access and distribution among communities in need. Without understanding the actual links between UA and food security or which specific characteristics, models or approaches reduce insecurity, urban policymakers and advocates […]