Category: Poster Presentation
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Effect of Water Conditions on Great Blue Heron Distribution and Fishing Success in the Rappahannock River Fall Line Rapids
By Carly Radgowski, Thalia Sabit, Evan Kupsky Faculty Mentor: Andrew Dolby Abstract The Rappahannock River serves as a habitat for many animal species. It is essential for migratory fish, such as Hickory Shad, and various piscivorous birds use the rapids to catch them, including Great Blue Herons, Double-crested Cormorants, and Osprey. Monitoring birds’ usage of…
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Comparison Images of Deletion vs. RNAi in C. elegans for use in Genetics Class
By Stephanie L. Bailey Faculty Mentor: Theresa M. Grana Abstract COMPARISON IMAGES OF DELETION VS. RNAi IN C. ELEGANS FOR USE IN GENETICS CLASS. Stephanie L. Bailey & Theresa M. Grana. University of Mary Washington, Biology Department. The UMW General Genetics course labs introduce students to several genetic model organisms, including Drosophila melanogaster (crosses and…
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Reconstructing ENSO and Climate Variability at the 4,200 yr B.P. abrupt climate event from central Tropical Pacific Corals
By Avery Duncan Faculty Mentor: Pamela Grothe Abstract The shift from the mid-to-late Holocene 4 thousand years ago (4 kyBP) is marked by major hydroclimate anomalies and megadroughts leading to ancient civilization collapses. Currently, the cause of this major climate disruption is unclear, although more evidence supports an underlying role of the tropical Pacific, some…
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Primer Design for Diverse Nematodes
By Alegria O. Bautista Faculty Mentor: Dr. Theresa M. Grana Abstract PRIMER DESIGN FOR DIVERSE NEMATODES. Alegria O. Bautista & Theresa M. Grana, Dept. of Biological Sciences, Univ. of Mary Washington. DNA Barcoding has revolutionized knowledge regarding the number of species worldwide and distinguishing cryptic species. This method has been beneficial by aiding in biomedical…
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Examination of the Potential Health and Ecological Impacts of the Total and Bioavailable Concentrations of Harmful Metals in Some Kingston, Jamaica, Surface Soils
By Audrey Turner, Faith Jones, and Anna Velardi Faculty Mentor: Dr. Melanie Szulczewski Abstract This study investigated background levels of concerning metals in a variety of soils in and near Kingston, the capital of Jamaica. Minimal soil sample collection and analysis had occurred since a 1988 island-wide geochemical survey revealed very high concentrations of total…
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Effects of pH and Temperature Change on Calcium Ion Transport Mutants of Toxoplasma gondii
By Ashley Smith, Beliyu Habtemariam, Caitlin Harris, Paul James Solis Faculty Mentor: Professor Swati Agrawal Abstract Toxoplasma gondii is an obligate intracellular protozoan parasite that can cause fatal infection in immunocompromised individuals, stillbirth and miscarriage in pregnant women, and congenital birth defects in infants. According to the CDC, around 800,000 individuals are infected by T.…
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Impact of Prices and Distance on Donations to the Regional Food Bank in Fredericksburg, VA: A Study of Chain Grocery Stores
By Sydney Sherman Faculty Mentor: Kashef Majid Abstract This study investigates the influence of prices and proximity to the Regional Food Bank in Fredericksburg, VA, on the type and quantity of donations provided by surrounding grocery stores. Regional food banks are an intricate network of grocery stores, donations from people, and local farms coming together…
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The anti-inflammatory effects of 17B-Estradiol on RAW 264.7 Macrophages
By Rose McMullen, Olivia Pierce, and Kayla Rodriguez Faculty Mentor: Laura Sipe PhD. Abstract Chronic inflammation can be detrimental to the structures and functions of the body. When the body detects unknown agents, the immune system is activated to fight, destroy, and heal the body. This reaction begins with macrophage cells; macrophages detect and engulf…
