Browsing Senior Theses by Title
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Effects of Rhamnus cathartica (common buckthorn) stand age on decomposition
(2011-04-07)Many studies have investigated the effects of invasive species on biodiversity, but invasive plants can also directly alter ecosystem processes such as decomposition. Ecosystem changes resulting from invasion may be ... -
The effects of road salt on mushroom-forming saprotrophic fungi
(2011-04-07)Saprotropic Fungi are valuable members of ecosystems for their role in nutrient cycling and ability to degrade and/or sequester environmental pollutants. This study explores the effect road salt may have on the growth and ... -
Effects of Rock Climbing on Vegetation and Invasive Species at Devils Lake, Wisconsin
(2012-05)Since the passing of the Wilderness Act in 1964 participation in outdoor recreation has risen to six times more participants. Rock climbing is a fairly new recreational activity taking hold in the 1920’s. The two main ... -
Efficiency and Effectiveness of E85 when produced by Enzymatic Hydrolysis and Alternative Sources
(2011-03-21)Investigation into the production of alternative ethanol sources can provide new possibilities for this renewable fuel. As ethanol emits fewer greenhouse gases than traditional petroleum, cellulosic ethanol would provide ... -
Efficiency of Diver-Assisted Suction Harvesting (DASH) of Invasive Milfoil in New Hampshire Waterbodies
(2017-03)Management of aquatic invasive species is necessary to conserve affected freshwater ecosystems and to protect the integrity of recreational activities. Myriophyllum heterophyllum (variable milfoil) is an aquatic invasive ... -
Environmental and Economic Impact of Galápagos Fisheries
(2011-03-21)Though the Galápagos Islands are home to a great diversity of species, loss of endemic species threaten the islands. Exploitation of aquatic species may occur due to over-fishing within the Galápagos Islands. An analysis ... -
Environmental opinion in today's society
(2011-03-21)The United States is a nation with reliable economic power for citizens. Unfortunately, not every issue can be focused on with the same care as other issues. Although there is more environmental awareness due to better ... -
Environmental Sustainability of Large Scale Cricket Farmers
(2018-05)In 2013, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations published a 200- page report about the future prospects of edible insects for food and feed security. Advocating for the introduction of insects as an ... -
Erosion Control Methods and the Effect on Beach Succession
(2011-03-21)The academic buildings of Carthage College loom dangerously close to the always changing shores of Lake Michigan. Erosion control methods have been implemented to support the shorelines so that Carthage is not lost to the ... -
Evaluating the Impact of a Waterfall on Upstream and Downstream Habitat Conditions and Fish Diversity
(2018-12)Rivers are unique ecosystems that are constantly under risk of being overused and degraded to a point where native species are put at risk. In order to best protect species, it is important to understand the microhabitats ... -
Evaluation of Buffer Strips on Golf Courses Located Throughout Northeast Illinois and Southeast Wisconsin in Comparison to Algal Growth in Local Ponds
(2014-09-26)Today’s world has caused our soils to become degraded due to the extreme use of synthetic fertilizers and heavy machinery. These degraded soils have led to an increase in runoff into local waterways. Mass farming has ... -
An evaluation of cassava as a biofuel crop focusing on crop yield, ethanol conversion rate, and water, soil and atmospheric contamination
(2012-05)An evaluation of biofuels is imperative to relieve human dependence on fossil fuels as well as to reduce negative impacts on the environment that result from the burning conventional fuels. Due to the exponentially growing ... -
An Evaluation of Local Government Environmental Regulation Focusing on Taconite Mining in Minnesota and Wisconsin
(2014-09-27)Throughout the history of environmental policy there has been a shift in environmental regulation from the local level to higher levels such as sate and federal. While these changes have resulted in uniform environmental ... -
Evaluation of Parasitic Wasps as a Potentially Effective Biological Control for Invasive Emerald Ash Borer in North America
(2017-05)Ash trees are vital in North America both as a part of the environment and as a resource. They are threatened however by Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), an invasive beetle from China. As millions of trees are killed by the beetle, ... -
Exploring the Impacts of Urbanization and Aquatic Pollutants on Northern Leopard Frog (Lithobates pipiens) Populations in Southeastern Wisconsin
(2015-05)Amphibians are crucial pieces of the aquatic ecosystem, shuttling nutrients to higher trophic levels and providing energy to other species. However, in light of global amphibian decline and climate change, many amphibian ... -
Ferric Chloride in Wastewater Treatment
(2011-05)Wastewater Treatment Facilities have been built to remove biological and chemical waste from water as it is used. These facilities maintain a healthy environment for organisms as well as people because it removes potentially ... -
The Future of water use in the Great Lakes Basin considering the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact
(2011-04-07)The Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact was recently passed in order to protect the Great Lakes ecosystem and halt diversions outside the basin. While this is a positive step toward water conservation ... -
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 ... -
The Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact and the Waukesha Diversion Application
(2015-05)Water management and regulation represent a large public policy problem. Freshwater resources are at risk as populations increase and more stress is placed on these water supplies. The Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin ... -
Growing Innovation: Can Locally Sourced and Recycled Materials be utilized in Engineering an Industry Alternative Extensive Green Roof Substrate?
(2016-05)The objective of this study was to develop a more sustainable and lower cost green roof substrate using locally-sourced and recycled materials. The hope is that these substrates can supplement or replace the mined and ...
