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A lead isotope distribution study in swine tissue using ICP-MS A lead isotope distribution study in swine tissue using ICP-MS
In the United States lead is an ubiquitous environmental pollutant that is a serious human health hazard, especially for women of childbearing age, developing fetuses, and young children. Information concerning the uptake and distribution of lead to maternal and fetal tissues during pregnancy is poorly documented. A study was designed using domestic swine and lead isotope enrichment...
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Thomas W. May, Ray H. Wiedmeyer, L. D. Brown, S. W. Casteel
Using multiple-polarization L-band radar to monitor marsh burn recovery Using multiple-polarization L-band radar to monitor marsh burn recovery
Aircraft L-band VV-, HH-, and VH-polarizations were examined as tools for monitoring burn recovery in a coastal marsh. Significant relationships were observed between time-since-burn (difference between burn and image collection dates; 550-900 days after burn) and returns related to all polarizations. As marsh burn recovery progressed, VV returns decreased while HH and VH returns...
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Elijah W. Ramsey, G.A. Nelson, S.K. Sapkota, S.C. Laine, J. Verdi, S. Rrasznay
Hourly and daily variation of sediment redox potential in tidal wetland sediments Hourly and daily variation of sediment redox potential in tidal wetland sediments
Variation of electrochemical oxidation-reduction (redox) potential was examined in surface salt march sediments under conditions of flooding and tidal simulation in mesocosms and field sites. Time series were generated of redox potential measured in sediment profiles at 2-10 cm depth using combination Pt-Ag/AgCl (ORP) electrodes. Redox potential data were acquired at rapid rates (1-55...
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P. E. Bourgeois, V. J. Sclafani, J.K. Summers, S. C. Robb, Beth A. Vairin
Suggestions for new and aspiring graduate students in wildlife science Suggestions for new and aspiring graduate students in wildlife science
The transition from an undergraduate to a graduate program can be a difficult experience for students. Many undergraduates are unfamiliar with the process of preparing for graduate school, especially the search for a graduate program. Once in graduate school, they may be unfamiliar with requirements (both written and unwritten) and expectations, and they may also lack the necessary...
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Richard A. Fischer, Sammy L. King
Radar remote sensing of wetlands Radar remote sensing of wetlands
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Elijah Ramsey III
Observations on insect use of Chinese Tallow [Sapium sebiferum (L.) Roxb.] in Louisiana and Texas Observations on insect use of Chinese Tallow [Sapium sebiferum (L.) Roxb.] in Louisiana and Texas
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Stephen R. Johnson, Larry K. Allain
Effects of vertebrate herbivores on soil processes, plant biomass, litter accumulation and soil elevation changes in a coastal marsh Effects of vertebrate herbivores on soil processes, plant biomass, litter accumulation and soil elevation changes in a coastal marsh
1 Submergence of coastal wetlands in Louisiana is currently rapid and widespread. A number of factors contribute to this loss of habitat, including the activities of herbivores. The objective of this study was to examine the effects of large mammals, predominantly nutria and wild boar, on processes controlling soil elevation in coastal marshes. 2 Effects of herbivores on soil and...
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Mark Ford, James B. Grace
Both contaminants and habitat limit Neosho madtom (Noturus Placidus) numbers in the Spring River, a midwestern warmwater stream effected by runoff from historic zinc and lead mining Both contaminants and habitat limit Neosho madtom (Noturus Placidus) numbers in the Spring River, a midwestern warmwater stream effected by runoff from historic zinc and lead mining
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Mark L. Wildhaber, Ann L. Allert, Christopher J. Schmitt
Occurrence of acetanilide herbicide metabolites in tile runoff and ground Occurrence of acetanilide herbicide metabolites in tile runoff and ground
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E.M. Thurman, D.W. Kolpin, S. J. Kalkhoff, P. J. Phillips
Survival of female northern pintails wintering in southwestern Louisiana Survival of female northern pintails wintering in southwestern Louisiana
The North American breeding population of northern pintails (Anas acuta) has reached previously unprecedented low numbers 4 times since 1983. Because pintails show high fidelity to wintering areas, regional survival estimates and identification of factors influencing survival are needed to guide management of wintering pintails. We used radiotelemetry to estimate survival rates of female...
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Robert R. Cox, Alan D. Afton, Richard M. Pace