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Sea Level Rise Projection for 2100: Florida
(2018-12)Since 1900, global sea levels have risen between roughly 13 and 20 centimeters, and most research suggests that sea levels will continue to rise, but for how long and at rate is unknown. As a result, many sea level rise ... -
A Global Risk Assessment of Coastal Regions Based on the Disaster Mitigation Potential of their Mangrove Forests
(2018-05)Mangrove forests are found to lessen the impact of tsunamis, cyclones, and their subsequent flooding in nearby areas. Unfortunately, they are one of the most threatened ecosystems in the world. Due to their wide and dense ... -
Foxconn’s Groundbreaking Move to Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin: Past Practices, Present Plans and Future Concerns
(2018-12)Foxconn Technology Co. Ltd.’s move of its flat panel display (FPD) manufacturing plant to Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, must be held to a higher standard than its business practices in other countries if it is to be sustainable. ... -
The Impact of Glyphosate Exposure on Leukemia and Lymphoma Cases in the State of Iowa
(2018-12)This study examines the spatial and non-spatial relationships between lymphoma and leukemia cases and glyphosate usage, number of farms and total cropland. Cancer, pesticide and land use data was obtained from SEER, USGS ... -
The Effects of Retirement Income, Sales, and Property Taxes on Retiree Relocation
(2018-12)Differences in state tax treatment of retirement income, sales, and property value is a main driving factor in a retiree’s decision to permanently move to another state. Due to limited income, retired people are more likely ...