Browsing by Subject "Environmental studies"
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FUNctional Ceramics
(East Carolina University, 2011)As a potter who deals with consumer products, I use different approaches in my making process to practice methods that have less of an impact on the Earth's resources. In this thesis, I will be investigating two different ... -
How do you fly...fish : a look at the connection of environmental behavior to travel and sport involvement of fly fishers in North Carolina
(East Carolina University, 2012)The connection between recreation and tourism is not a new concept; the two are frequently in concert in planning, marketing, research, and education. Within the realm of sustainable tourism, it is important to understand ... -
Identification, Characterization, and Abiotic Stress Analysis of microRNAs in Nicotiana tabacum
(East Carolina University, 2010)microRNAs (miRNAs) are non-coding RNAs with short sequences that negatively regulate gene expression at the post-transcriptional levels by either binding to mRNAs for degradation, or by inhibiting protein translation. ... -
Modeling Site Suitability of Living Shorelines in the Albemarle-Pamlico Estuarine System
(East Carolina University, 2013)Shoreline erosion and associated land loss are major concerns for coastal land owners and resource managers. Traditional methods of shoreline stabilization using permanent, hard structures can have adverse environmental ... -
MODELING WETLAND RESPONSE TO FUTURE SEA-LEVEL RISE IN THE PAMLICO AND CROATAN SOUNDS, NORTH CAROLINA
(East Carolina University, 2012)Coastal habitats are among the world's most vulnerable environments to climate change and are highly sensitive to the impacts of future SLR. During the course of this century sea-level rise (SLR) enhanced by global climate ... -
Multi-Criteria Analysis Of Offshore Wind Energy Site Suitability In North Carolina
(East Carolina University, 2015)There is growing social, political, and economic interest in developing renewable energy technologies in an effort to create a more sustainable and secure energy market. Wind energy has potential to satisfy energy needs ... -
"The Tonic of Wildness" : Thoreau's Critique of Industrial Capitalism
(East Carolina University, 2015)This thesis is a critical intervention in contemporary Thoreau scholarship. It argues against Ashton Nichols's application of his concept of "urbanature" to the writings and philosophy of Henry David Thoreau. Thoreau's ...