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Theses & Dissertations: Environmental Health, Occupational Health, and Toxicology

Theses/dissertations from 2023 2023.

Nitrous Oxide Exposure in the Workplace: A Study of Pediatric Dental Clinics in Saudi Arabia , Badr Alhemayyed

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

Grip Characterization of Protective Gloves , Doris Burns

A systematic literature review of the prevalence, distribution, exposure, and human health risks of tire microplastics and the contribution of their physicochemically diverse properties , Luke Glastad

Hepatocyte-Hepatic Stellate Cell Axis in Potentiation of Alcohol and HIV-Induced Liver Injury , Moses O. New-Aaron

Agrichemicals (Nitrate and Atrazine) In Drinking Water and Adverse Health Outcomes in Children in Nebraska , Balkissa S. Ouattara

Environmental exposures and human health challenges: Evidence-based insights from health surveillance systems , Jagadeesh Puvvula

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

Investigation of Environmental Lead Exposures in Children at A Midwestern City with Superfund Site , Zijian Qin

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Modulation of Estrogen Metabolism and Prevention of Pathologies , Bodhisattwa Mondal

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

Hearing Loss and Hearing Protection Use Among Midwestern Farmers , Josie J. Ehlers

An Assessment of Preparations Made in the United States for Highly Hazardous Communicable Diseases Following the 2014-2016 Ebola Virus Disease Epidemic , Jocelyn J. Herstein

Theses/Dissertations from 2017 2017

Organizational Effects of Defeminizing Toxicants: Lessons Learned From an Environmental Sentinel Organism, The Fathead Minnow. , Jonathan Ali

Theses/Dissertations from 2016 2016

Aldehyde Adducts and Lung Injury , Muna Sapkota

Theses/Dissertations from 2015 2015

Postural Responses to Perturbations of the Vestibular System During Walking in Healthy Young and Older Adults , Jung Hung Chien

Risk factors for agricultural injury : an evaluation using systematic review and injury surveillance , Rohan Mahadeo Jadhav

Risk Factors for Agricultural Injury: An Evaluation Using Systematic Review and Injury Surveillance , Rohan Mahadeo Jadhav

Occupational exposure to isoflurane anesthetic gas in the research environment , Andrea R. Mulvenon

Community, environmental, and occupational health risks associated with fossil fuel energy production , Mark A. Shepherd

Theses/Dissertations from 2014 2014

Functional and proteomic study of KIAA1199 in breast cancer , Hong Peng

Characterization of 3-Dehydroquinate Dehydratase from Francisella tularensis and Pseudomonas aeruginosa , Scott Reiling

Theses/Dissertations from 2013 2013

Perception and production of complex movement variability , Joshua Lewis Haworth

Quantifying stride-to-stride fluctuations in amputee gait: implications for improved rehabilitation , Shane R. Wurdeman

Theses/Dissertations from 2012 2012

Cigarette smoke extract (CSE) stimulates vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) release by human lung fibroblasts through TGF-beta/Smad3 pathway , Maha Farid

Quantitative proteomics and its application in studying the functions of microrna-155 in diffuse large B-cell lymphoma , Xin Huang

Biomarkers for organophosphorus agent exposure , Wei Jiang

Exposure to tri-ortho-cresyl phosphate as a possible explanation of aerotoxic syndrome , Mariya Sergeyevna Liyasova

Reducing the impact of distraction using augmented feedback on robot-assisted surgical skills training , Irene H. Suh

Theses/Dissertations from 2011 2011

Protein drug delivery using block ionomer complexes , Andrea Rose Mulvenon

Theses/Dissertations from 2010 2010

Inhibition of poly (ADP-ribose) polymerase (PARP) and ataxia telangiectasia mutated (ATM) on the chemosensitivity of mantle cell lymphoma to agents that induce DNA strand breaks , Radha M. Golla

Evaluation of the mode of action and human relevance of peroxisome proliferator activated receptor gamma agonist-induced hemangiosarcomas in mice , Satoko Kakiuchi-Kiyota

Reaction of human albumin with aspirin in vitro : mass spectrometric identification of acetylated amino acids , Mariya Sergeyevna Liyasova

Risk of non-hodgkin lymphoma and drinking water contaminants in Nebraska : atrazine and nitrate , Martha Grace Rhoades

Endocrine disruption in agriculturally-intense Nebraska watersheds , Marlo K. Sellin

Association of estrogen metabolism and risk of breast or prostate cancer or non-hodgkin lymphoma : detection of novel biomarkers from case-control studies , Li Yang

Theses/Dissertations from 2008 2008

The XRCC1 Arg399GIn polymorphism in breast cancer , Mohamed Fouad Irbrahim Ali

Theses/Dissertations from 2007 2007

Critical role of estrogen metabolizing enzymes in breast cancer initiation via a direct genotoxic mechanism , Fang Lu

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Environmental Studies Theses, Dissertations, and Professional Papers

This collection includes theses, dissertations, and professional papers from the University of Montana Department of Environmental Studies. Theses, dissertations, and professional papers from all University of Montana departments and programs may be searched here.

Theses/Dissertations from 2024 2024

Coalescence: A Carnivore Coexistence Curriculum that Braids Indigenous & Western Ecological Knowledge into a Relevant and Experiential Learning Opportunity for Youth , Stephanie Anne Barron

Breathing Hard in Beautiful Places , Lars Chinburg

UNLOCKING THE WEST: A CRITIQUE OF PREVIOUS STATUTORY ATTEMPTS AND A PROPOSED STATUTORY SOLUTION TO ALLOW ACCESS TO CORNER-LOCKED PUBLIC LAND , Sawyer J. Connelly

Cultivating Access: The Benefits and Challenges of Using Community Land Trusts to Preserve Farmland and Support Farmers. , Meghan Daly

Better Understanding the Barred Owl , Adam Lee Potts

Theses/Dissertations from 2023 2023

The Biome Within: Conception and Change in the Paradise Valley , Austin Kirchhoff

"Our Loons": Participant Attachments and Motivations within a Community-Based Monitoring Program , Taylor Tewksbury

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

Traversing Paradigms: An Environmental Journey to Body and Mind , Martin Ceja Mejia

Tales from a Placeholder: A Relational Journey with Land, Place, People and Self , Kalle O. Fox

Edge Habits: Confessions of a Naturalist , Zoey Talon Greenberg

Keeping What You Sow: Intellectual Property Rights for Plant Breeders and Seed Growers , Paulina B. Jenney

Collaborating in Cattle Country: Developing a Collaborative Process to Protect the Ecological, Economic, and Cultural Integrity of Ranching in the Northern Rockies , Emily Jochem

RE-MODELING THE INTERIOR: SPATIAL METHODS AND POLICY REVISIONS TO IMPROVE INVENTORY AND DESIGNATION OF BLM’S AREAS OF CRITICAL ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERN , Amy H. Katz

A Thinking Person's Guide to Immigration and Environmental Racism at the US - Mexico Border , Emma H. Kiefer

Re-Storying Grant Creek: A Case Study of Relational Dynamics on a Degraded Montana Stream , Seamus Rucci Land

NO DIVING FROM BRIDGE , Lia R. Mendez

Catch My Drift? Perceptions and Experiences of Pesticide Contamination of Organic Crops in Montana , sarah Rodgers

Trailing Fire: Working in the Woods and the Future of Forests in a Chaotic Climate , Claire Kilchrenan Thompson

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

Building Bridges: How Collaboration is Addressing Wildlife-Vehicle Conflicts in Montana's Upper Yellowstone Watershed , Daniel Phelps Anderson

EVALUATING THE SOCIAL IMPACT OF THE ROUNDTABLE ON THE CROWN OF THE CONTINENT , Travis D. Anklam

Ragged Coast: Stories from the Easternmost Edge , Siobhan Justine Harrity

LIGHTMAN , Cynthia Ann Marbut

Policy and Collaborative Governance: Case Studies of Three Wildlife Crossings , Nicholas Maya

Collaborative Conservation and Backcountry Weed Control: A Case Study of the Great Burn Proposed Wilderness , Christopher James Prange

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

Food Policy for a Healthy, Sustainable, and Equitable Local Food System: Recommendations for Missoula , Erika Berglund

Surface Tension: Essays on an Evolving Faith , Sydney Jo Bollinger

Down the Deer Path: Reflections on the Future of Hunting in America , Jackie A. Bussjaeger

Comparing Fence Modeling and Mapping Approaches to Support Wildlife Management and Research in Southwest Montana , Simon Albert Buzzard

RHETORIC AND PERCEPTION: A CASE STUDY OF THE PROPOSED NORTHMET MINE ON MINNESOTA’S IRON RANGE , Sophia J. Frank

Saline: On Walking Through , Kitty A. Galloway

Change is the Only Constant: A Snowpack Retention Analysis and Climate Vulnerability Road Map for the Skalkaho Creek Sub-Basin , Zachary Freeman Goodwin

Developing a Decision-Making Framework for Assisted Migration: Applying this to the American Pika and Whitebark Pine , Mia Kimya Hedayat-Zedah

A Policy Analysis of Lead Paint Disclosure Implementation in Residential Homes in Missoula Montana , Marissa Lein Lehner

An Exploration of Zero Waste Policies and Recommendations for Missoula , Sarah Blyth Lundquist

A Restless Imminent Dread , Elizabeth M. Pellegrino

Tending to the Tapestry: An Ecofeminist Interpretation of Women Farmer-Artists' Stories , Aubrey Pongluelert

Protecting Biodiversity on National Forests: The Evolution and Implementation of Forest Planning Regulations , Anna Wearn

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Recovering our Roots: The Importance of Salish Ethnobotanical Knowledge and Traditional Food Systems to Community Wellbeing on the Flathead Indian Reservation in Montana. , Mitchell Rose Bear Don't Walk

Environmental Site Assessment and Hydrogeologic Impacts to Groundwater at St. Ignatius, Montana and Hanford, Washington , Ryan M. Carter

Protecting Natural Resources on Agricultural Lands: Producers' Perspectives on the Conservation Stewardship Program in Montana , Mary Ellis

WATER USE IN CONFINED ANIMAL FEEDING OPERATIONS (CAFOS) IN MINNESOTA: WHO’S KEEPING TRACK? , Dara Meredith Fedrow

Missoula Prescription Produce Program: Lessons Learned 2015-2017 , Harley Fredriksen

The Impact of Industrial Agriculture on Social-Ecological Resilience: A Case Study of the Fairfield Bench, Montana , Anne Preston Harney

Walking While Asking:Lessons from Agroecology Education in Chiapas, Mexico , Katherine E. Keller

Why Does My Town Smell Like Nail Polish?: Using The Toxics Release Inventory To Investigate Industrial Chemical Pollutants In Elkhart County, Indiana , Magdalena Lehman

Walking with the Wild: Finding an Ethic of Compassion in Conservation , Jane Hallie McGuire

Development Along Rattlesnake Creek: An Assessment of Stream Health, Channel Form, and Land Cover , Christopher D. Miller

"Fenced-In Place": White Settler Colonialism as Opposition to Increased Tribal Management of the National Bison Range , Brittany Lee Palmer

The Anatomy of Extinction: Stories of People as Place , Mason Parker

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

Applications of GIS in Conservation , Heidi M. Daulton

A Comparison of Three Agricultural Startups , John Dindia

Policy Analysis: Alaska Salmon Hatcheries , Jessica Eller

ZONING AND COMPLEMENTARY INCENTIVES TO PROTECT FARMLAND: A CASE FOR MISSOULA COUNTY , Kaitlin McCafferty

Lessons Learned in the Superfund Process: A Guide for Community Advisory Groups , Terri Nichols

GROWING YOUTH PROGRAMMING AT GARDEN CITY HARVEST THROUGH PARTICIPATORY ACTION RESEARCH , Hannah B. Oblock

Volunteering for Vegetables: Community Agriculture and the Prospects for Building a More Democratic Food System , Kali Orton

Things That Fly , Melissa Anne Peterson

Transitioning Montana to a Renewable Energy Future: The Social and Economic Impacts , Jacqueline O. Sussman

Theses/Dissertations from 2017 2017

Poison in Pink , Sydney V. Cook

Carrying the Seeds: Adaptations and Transitions of Hmong American Food Producers in Missoula County, Montana , Rachel Cramer

DOES SHAPE MATTER? BREEDING HABITAT USE AND REPRODUCTIVE PERFORMANCE OF GRAY CATBIRDS (DUMETELLA CAROLINENSIS) IN TWO WESTERN WOODLAND HABITATS , Sharon Fuller

Chignik Summer , Peter Gurche

GROUND FIRES: Essays on Land and Scouting , Matthew R. Hart

The Balancing Act: Ecological Interventions and Decision Tradeoffs to Preserve Wilderness Character , Lucy A. Lieberman

Wearing it on: A Map of Work and Land , Thomas Sentner

COLLABORATIVE PROBLEM-SOLVING FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE , Sophie C. Wolfram

Theses/Dissertations from 2016 2016

A Comparison of Course Quality Surveiy Results from Students on Gender Balanced and Gender Imbalanced Field Courses at NOLS , Alexandra M. Alway

PERFORMANCE MEASURES OF ROAD CROSSING STRUCTURES FROM RELATIVE MOVEMENT RATES OF LARGE MAMMALS , Adam Andis

Between Rivers: Reflections on home, obligation, and otherness from a confluence of conservation and connectivity , Chandra M. Brown

Adapting Near-Ultraviolet Colorimetry for Long-Term In Situ Monitoring of Hexavalent Chromium in Groundwater Aquifers , Janine Carter

An Elemental Community: Contemplations of Place , Theresa A. Duncan

Aquatic food webs and heavy metal contamination in the upper Blackfoot River, Montana , Jack E. Landers

Beautiful, Battered Lands: Making Peace with Place from the Rust Belt to Appalachia , Katherine Leary

The Next Billion: Lessons in off-grid electricity development from the global south , Peter McDonough

73,401 Hexagons: A Geodiversity Gap Analysis of the Crown of the Continent Ecosystem , Robina A. Moyer

Wingspan: Living with Birds , Lauren A. Smith

The Way Around: Walking into Revolution , Nicholas T. Triolo

Baseline study of recovering headwater streams in the Sapphire Mountains, western Montana , Morgan Vinyard

Theses/Dissertations from 2015 2015

ECOLOGICAL STATUS OF BLACK-TAILED PRAIRIE DOGS ON BOULDER, COLORADO OPEN SPACE AND MOUNTAIN PARKS LAND: AN ANALYSIS OF SELECT INDICATORS , Rachel A. Caldwell

Instituting Collaborative Conservation in Federal Land Management: the BLM's Resource Advisory Councils as an Example , Benjamin D. Donatelle

Off the Court, Onto the Farm , Arza E. Hammond

Speaking for You: Positions of Montana Ranching Organizations on Beef Market Concentration , Katie Marie LeBlanc

Farm-to-School in Montana: An Assessment of Program Participation , Autumn Lee

Legal Tools for Local Control of Oil and Gas Development: Successes, Challenges, and Opportunities – Focusing on Select Eastern and Western U.S. States with Current and Potential Oil/Gas Development , Gabrielle M. Ostermayer

ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION IN WILDERNESS: WHAT THE FISH TO DO? , Kelsey R. Patterson

Rural Food Procurement Strategies and Attitudes Towards Food Sourcing: A Case Study of Boulder Town, Utah , Jane R. Philips

Cultivating Opportunity: Land Transfer Tools to Support Land Access for Beginning Farmers , Samuel E. Plotkin

The Millennial Who Planted Trees , trevien stanger

Raising Grain in Next Year Country: Dryland Farming, Drought, and Adaptation in the Golden Triangle, Montana , Caroline M. Stephens

Sacred Zones: Examing Wilderness in Yellowstone, Maine and Russia , Lily S. Vonderheide

Unearthing Connections in a Storied Landscape: The Flathead River Honoring and Place-Based Education in the Flathead Valley , Melissa Wardlow

FRACTURE , Emily Withnall

Theses/Dissertations from 2014 2014

Use and Effectiveness of Wildlife Crossing Structures with Short Sections of Wildlife Fencing , Elizabeth Rose Fairbank

A Hunter's Shadows: A Personal Exploration of Hunting , James Giese

A SUSTAINABILITY ASSESSMENT AND PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE RESORT AT PAWS UP , Matthew S. Hannon

WHEN THE SAP FLOWS: AFFECTION AND INDUSTRY IN THE MAPLE WOODS , Nicholas R. Littman

Impacts of Montana Public Wolf Hunting and Trapping on Tolerance and Acceptance of Gray Wolves Among Rural Resident Ranchers, Trappers, and Big Game Hunters , Alia Winn Mulder

'This Disc is not for a Bird Bath, it's for my Tractor': Exploring Gender, Sustainable Agriculture, and Networks in Western Montana , Eva Kathryn Rocke

Theses/Dissertations from 2013 2013

Prioritizing The Upper Clark Fork River Tributaries for Instream Flow Restoration , Catherine B. Berg

Native Trout Restoration in the National Parks of the Northern Rockies: An Analysis of Management Actions & Outcomes , Michael John Canetta

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Civil and Environmental Engineering Theses and Dissertations

Theses/dissertations from 2024 2024.

Advancing Depth-Storage-Discharge Modeling in Regional Hydrology , Fahad Alshehri

An Analysis of Driven Pile Relaxation in Florida Soils , Dalton E. Knowles

Nutrient Removal of Biochar Amended Modified Bioretention Systems Treating Nursery Runoff , Nicholas Richardson

Dissolved Nitrogen Removal in Biochar Amended, High Permeability Media for Urban Stormwater Treatment , Mark Vicciardo

Theses/Dissertations from 2023 2023

The Influence of Corrosion Mitigating Fluids on Post Tensioned Tendon Grout Properties and Steel to Grout Bond Strength , Sarita Ale Magar

Exploring Alternative Electron Donors for Heterotrophic Denitrification at a Water Reclamation Facility in Tampa Bay , Tejas Athavale

Mechanisms Contributing to Hydrogen-Influenced Early Failure of Bridge Tendons , David Dukeman

The Influence of Bipolar Electrochemical Cell Geometry on the Studies of Pitting Corrosion , Amin Kazem Ghamsari

Field-Base Exploratory Study of Microbial Activity in Eight Potable Water Storage Tanks in Barbados , Katelyn M. Long

Land Use/Land Cover Uncertainty Analysis Using Hydrological Modeling in the Northern Watershed of Lake Okeechobee , Andres Lora Santos

Modeling Leachate Treatment Processes in Adsorbent-amended Hybrid Constructed Wetland , Ishfaqun Nisa

Effects of Downdrag on Pile Performance , Ruthvik Pendyala

Anaerobic Digestion of Brewery Waste Including Spent Yeast and Hops , Dhanashree Rawalgaonkar

Characteristics and Hydraulic Behavior of Adsorptive Media for Use in Permeable Reactive Barriers , Shelby Rocha

Exploratory Data-Driven Models for Water Quality: A Case Study for Tampa Bay Water , Sandra Sekyere

Interdependency between Water and Road Infrastructures: Cases and Impacts , Shihab Uddin

Hurricanes and Tropical Storms’ Impact on Water Quality in Lake Okeechobee, Florida , Daniela Vasquez Diaz

Exploration of Shared Passenger Urban Air Mobility – Integrated Network Design, Operation Scheduling and System Configuration , Zhiqiang Wu

Rehabilitation Technologies to Abate Infiltration in Sanitary Sewers , Steve Youssef

Adsorption of Long and Short Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) onto Granular Activated Carbon and Porous Organic Polymers , Yan Zhang

Adiabatic Temperature Rise and Durability Performance of Slag Blended Concrete , Hai Zhu

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

Effects of Downdrag on Pile Performance , Malaak Omelia Araujo

Quantifying a 21-year Surface Water and Groundwater Interaction in a Ridge and Valley Lake Environment Using a Highly Constrained Modeling Approach , Richard T. Bowers Jr.

A Convergent Approach to Aqueous Lead (Pb) Mitigation of a Supplemental Self-Supply Shallow Groundwater Source Accessed by Handpumps in Madagascar , Adaline Marie Buerck

Identifying Significant Factors Affecting the Likelihood and Severity Level of Shared E-scooter Crashes , Recep Can Cakici

Evaluation of Aluminum Dissolution, Current Density, and Pitting Patterns During Electrocoagulation , Monica Castro Carias

Carbon Diversion, Partial Nitritation/Anammox Enrichment, and Ammonium Capture as Initial Stages for Mainstream Ion Exchange-Deammonification Process , Sheyla Chero-Osorio

Data Driven Approaches for Understanding and Improving Urban Mobility , Yujie Guo

Assessment of Scoured Bridges Subjected to Vessel Impact Using Nonlinear Dynamic Analysis , Amir S. Irhayyim

Assessment and Prevention of Bacterial Regrowth in Stored Household Water in Eastern Coastal Madagascar , Lauren Judah

The Impact of Land Use Change on Hydrology Using Hydrologic Modelling and Geographical Information System (GIS) , Nattachan Luesaksiriwattana

Simulating Flood Control in Progress Village, Florida Using Storm Water Management Model (SWMM) , Azize Minaz

Effects of Slurry Type on Drilled Shaft Strength , Cesar Quesada Garcia

Comparison Study of Consumer’s Perception toward Urban Air Mobility in the United States and Rest of the World Using Social Media Information , S M Toki Tahmid

Advanced Methods for Railroad Station Operation Decisions: Data Analytics, Optimization, Automation , Yuan Wang

High-Risk Traffic Crash Pattern Recognition and Identification Using Econometric Models and Machine Learning Models , Runan Yang

Biochar Amended Biological Systems for Enhanced Landfill Leachate and Lignocellulosic Banana Waste Treatment , Xia Yang

Passive Radiative Cooling by Spectrally Selective Nanoparticles in Thick Film Nanocomposites , David Allen Young

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

A System Architecture for Water Distribution Networks , Noha Abdel-Mottaleb

Sustainability Assessment of a Pressure Retarded Osmosis System , Samar Al Mashrafi

Health Risk Assessment of Local Populations Ingesting Water with Naturally Occurring Arsenic and Fecal Related Contaminants in Lake Atitlan, Guatemala , Marisol Alvarez

Influence of Coating Defects Within the Lock Seams on the Corrosion Performance of Aluminized Steel Drainage Pipes , Mohammed Al Yaarubi

Longitudinal Trajectory Tracking Analysis for Autonomous Electric Vehicles Based on PID Control , Hossein Amiri

An Assessment and Exploration of Recent Methodological Advances in Safety Data Analysis , Suryaprasanna Kumar Balusu

Pressure Retarded Osmosis: A Potential Technology for Seawater Desalination Energy Recovery and Concentrate Management , Joshua Benjamin

Assessing the Feasibility of Microbially Managed Biological Filtration in U.S. Drinking Water Systems for Removal of Contaminants of Emerging Concern , Andrew J. Black

The Effect of Cement and Blast Furnace Slag Characteristics on Expansion of Heat-Cured Mortar Specimens , Jair G. Burgos

A Systems Approach for Improving the Performance of Rural Community-Managed Water Systems Using SIASAR: Case Studies in Bolivia and Colombia , Rachel A. Cannon

Passive Nitrifying Biofilters for Onsite Treatment of Saline Domestic Wastewater , Daniel Arnulfo Delgado

Plastic Pollution in Urban Rivers: Spatial and Temporal Patterns of Plastic Release and Transport , Charlotte Juliane Haberstroh

Effects of Nitrate on Arsenic Mobilization during Aquifer Storage and Recovery , Hania Hawasli

Prediction of the Effects of Turbulence on Vehicle Hydroplaning using a Numerical Model , Thathsarani Dilini Herath Herath Mudiyanselage

Shortcut Nitrogen Removal in Photo-sequencing Batch Reactor, Experiments, Dynamic Model and Full-scale Design , Sahand Iman Shayan

Chorine Conversion: Biological and Water Quality Impact on Activated Carbon Block Point of Use Filters , Horace S. Jakpa

Efficient Management of Nitrogen and Phosphorus at Centralized Water Reclamation Facilities , Helene Kassouf

Building and Characterizing a Lab-Scaled Aquifer Storage and Recovery System , Murat Can Kayabas

Corrosion Rate Prediction in FRP-Concrete Repair , Mohammad A. Khawaja

Use of Biochar and Zeolite for Landfill Leachate Treatment: Experimental Studies and Reuse Potential Assessment , Thanh Thieu Lam

Feasibility of Epoxy Bond Enhancement on High-Strength Concrete , Amanda A. Lewis

Leaf Cutter Ant Nest Soil Cement Stabilized Earthen Bricks: Materials and Methods for Engineering Field Applications , Faith Malay

Minimum Cut-Sets for the Identification of Critical Water Distribution Network Segments , Xiliang Mao

An Assessment of Nutrient Improvement in Surface Water Due to the Conversion of Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal Systems to Sewerage , Jenelle A. Mohammed

Development of a Numerical Process Model for Adsorbent-amended Constructed Wetlands , Lillian Mulligan

Corrosion Propagation of Stainless Steel Reinforced Concrete , Nelly Sofía Orozco Martínez

Corrosion Durability Service Life of Calcium Silicate-Based Reinforced Concrete , Carolina Páez Jiménez

Assessment of the Environmental Sustainability of a Small Water Production Facility in Madagascar , Jesal Patel

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Analysis of the Hydraulic Performance and Bio-kinetics in a Full-Scale Oxidation Ditch , Kiesha C. Pierre

Biochar Amended Bioretention Systems for Nutrient and Fecal Indicator Bacteria Removal from Urban and Agricultural Runoffs , Md Yeasir Arif Rahman

Understanding the Leaching Mechanism for Lead (Pb) Found in Components of Locally Manufactured Handpumps in Eastern Madagascar , Nidhi Shah

Impacts of Automated Vehicle Technologies on Future Traffic , Xiaowei Shi

Community Assessment of Water Perceptions and Household Point-of-Use Treatment Methods in Madagascar , Isabella Rose Silverman

Laboratory Examination of Lead Weights Harvested from Pitcher Pumps in Eastern Madagascar , Madelyn Wilson

Impact of grain morphology on the temporal evolution of interfacial area during multi-phase flow in porous media , Fizza Zahid

EAV Fleet Management in Transportation and Power Systems , Dongfang Zhao

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

A Framework for Assessing the Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, and Safety (RAMS) of Decentralized Sanitation , Adefunké Adeosun

Development of an Organic Processor Assembly (OPA) for Sustainable Resource Recovery to Enable Long-Duration, Deep-Space Human Exploration (LoDDSHE) , Talon James Bullard

Black Lives Matter in Engineering, Too! An Environmental Justice Approach towards Equitable Decision-Making for Stormwater Management in African American Communities , Maya Elizabeth Carrasquillo

Coral Reef Restoration in the Tropical West Atlantic Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic , Linden Cheek

Designing Next-generation Transportation Systems with Emerging Vehicle Technologies , Zhiwei Chen

Strength Restoration of Corrosion Damaged Piles Repaired with Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer Systems , Jethro Clarke

Water Quality and Sustainability Assessment of Rural Water Systems in the Comarca Ngäbe-Buglé, Panama , Corbyn Cools

Rapid Cross-Section Imaging with Magnetic and Impedance Sensors for Grout Anomaly Detection in External Post-Tensioned Tendons , Hani Freij

Enhanced Nitrogen, Organic Matter and Color Removal from Landfill Leachate by Biological Treatment Processes with Biochar and Zeolite , Bisheng Gao

Bond Life of Structural Epoxy-Concrete Systems Under Accelerated Hygrothermal Aging , Philip W. Hopkins

Socio-Technical Transitions in the Water Sector: Emerging Boundaries for Utility Resilience in Barbados , Wainella N. Isaacs

Structural and Agricultural Value at Risk in Florida from Flooding during Hurricane Irma , Alexander J. Miller

An Inferential Study of the Potential Consumer Value of Free Charging for Users of Public Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure , Divyamitra Mishra

Reimagining Bottom-up Participatory Climate Change Adaptation in the Philippines , Emily Clark Nabong

Effects of Physical and Chemical Characteristics of Slags and Cements on Durability of Portland Cement-Slag Blended Systems , Farzaneh Nosouhian

Using a Systems Thinking Approach and Health Risk Assessment to Analyze the Food-Energy-Water System Nexus of Seaweed Farming in Belize , Estenia J. Ortiz Carabantes

Implementation of Large-Scale Anaerobic Digestion of Food Waste at the University of South Florida , Karamjit Panesar

Enhanced Fluoride Removal in Biosand Filters Using Aluminum Oxide Coated Media and Modified Filter Design , Madison Leigh Rice

Use of Sugarcane Bagasse Ash as Partial Cement Replacement in Interlocking Stabilized Soil Blocks (ISSBs) , Adah Shair

Bio-electrochemical Denitrification Systems and Applications for Nitrogen Removal in On-Site Wastewater Treatment , Kamal Ziad Taha

Development of an Integrated Direct Membrane Filtration (DMF) and Anaerobic Membrane Bioreactor (AnMBR) System for Dilute Municipal Wastewater Treatment , Ahmet Erkan Uman

Post-overlay Flexible Pavement Performance Modeling and Its Application in Sustainable Asphalt Overlay Policy Making , Chunfu Xin

Sustainable Nutrient Management Through Technology-Level Evaluation and System-Level Optimization , Xiaofan Xu

Influence of Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer Wraps on Corrosion Progression of Bridge Piles in Marine Environments , Shayan Yazdani

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Seepage-Coupled Finite Element Analysis of Stress Driven Rock Slope Failures for BothNatural and Induced Failures , Thomas Becket Anyintuo

Statistical Analysis of the Role of Socio-Demographic and Health Factors in Shared Mobility Related Behaviors and Usage Likelihoods , Natalia M. Barbour

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Department of environmental studies: undergraduate student theses.

Amazon Deforestation and Its Effects on Local Climate , Andrew Baker

Observing Wildlife in Different Urban Environments , Colleen Ballinger

AN ANALYSIS OF FACTORS AFFECTING MUNICIPAL BIOCHAR IMPLEMENTATION IN VOLUNTARY CARBON MARKETS , Jadon Basilevac

Evaluating Biophilic Design Characteristics in Lincoln Public Schools , Sarah Burr

Spatiotemporal Activity Patterns of Red Foxes and Coyotes in Wilderness Park, Lincoln, Nebraska. , Adam Carlson

Recycling attitudes and behaviors toward single-use plastics at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln , Jadyn Chasek

Survey of Energy Literacy in Lincoln, NE Households , Bella Devney

Correlation Between Fire and Preservation in the Pacific Northwest & Most Cost-Efficient MitigationTactics , Liam Doherty-Herwitz

Analyzing the Effect of Guided Nature Walks on Human Behavior , Jake Duffy

STUDENT PERSPECTIVES OF SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORTATION USE ON A COLLEGE CAMPUS , Brynn Fuelberth

SOLAR ENERGY IMPLEMENTATION IN RURAL COMMUNITIES , Corie Gleason

State of Utah et al. v Walsh et al. , Ethan Halman Gonzalez

Regenerative Agriculture –A Pathway for Addressing Nebraska’s Water Quality and Soil Degradation Challenges , Kjersten Hyberger

Proposing Urban Agroforestry Designs for Lincoln, Nebraska: A Model From Berlin, Germany , Noah Johnson

Analyzing The Effects Of Cold Frontal Passage On The Feeding Habits Of Micropterus Salmoides (Largemouth Bass) , Ethan Lang

Turfgrass Alternatives for the Modern Yard , John Lonowski

Rails to Trails Program: Neighborhood Dynamics in Lincoln, Nebraska , Emma McCormick

ANALYZING SEA LEVEL RISE ADAPTATION & MITIGATION STRATEGIES IN LOUISIANA AND THE NETHERLANDS , Jonah McDowell

Impact of the Covid-19 Pandemic on Nebraska State Park Visitation , Bailey Mullins

Examining the Psychology and Human Behavior of Sustainable Living: The Impact of Socioeconomic Status on Climate Change Education , Samantha Nielsen

GENDER AND ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY: A CROSS-NATIONAL ANALYSIS ON POLITICAL REPRESENTATION OF WOMEN AND SUBSEQUENT STATE SUSTAINABILITY , Erin O'Sullivan

Perception of Nature Based on Childhood Experiences , Kaitlyn Richards

IDENTIFYING A CONSUMER-PRODUCER AGRICULTURAL KNOWLEDGE GAP , Aspen Rittgarn

EVALUATING ECOSYSTEM HEALTH OF THE SALT CREEK BASIN THROUGH TWO-EYED SEEING , Shelby Serritella

Place-Based Pedagogies in Post-Secondary Science Education: A Scoping Literature Review , Megan Swain

The Decline of Upland Birds in Nebraska: Maximizing Limited Habitat , Hunter Tesarek

Off the Rails: Cinematic Trains as Technological Controls of the Natural World , Trinity Thompson

Roots of Passion in Environmental UNL Students , Shane Vrbicky

Physiological Distancing Affects Climate Change Through Spatial Differences , Janette Williams

Nitrates in Nebraska , Michelle Zenk

NOISE POLLUTION AND ITS EFFECTS ON HUMAN MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH , Seth Anderson

Outdoor Recreation and its Effect on our Relationship with The Environment , Martin Brannaman

HELD AT BAY: A CASE STUDY OF A LAKE COMMUNITY’S EFFORT TO PREVENT A ZEBRA MUSSEL INVASION , Benjamin Breske

ANALYZING RECYCLING OPTIONS FOR WIND TURBINE BLADE WASTE , Awinita Bunner

The Effects of Human Activity on Reintroduced Bighorn Sheep (Ovis canadensis) Populations , Justine Cherovsky

Eco-dystopian Novels Written By Women: Second, Third, and Fourth Wave Feminism , Trystyn Cox

HOW CAN STAKEHOLDERS IN FOOD SOVEREIGNTY ACHIEVE MORE POLITICAL POWER? , Micah Dierks

Supercritical Water Gasification and Pyrolysis – Cleaning up the Great Pacific Garbage Patch , Kelly L. Emery

Public Health Impacts of the Clothing Industry , Schafer Flowerday

THE ACCESSIBILITY AND SUSTAINABILITY OF LOCAL FOODS: A SNAPSHOT FROM THE FOOD HUBS OF LINCOLN, NEBRASKA , Tess Foxall

Agricultural Carbon Markets: How Could They Work? , Andrew Havens

APPARENT TEMPERATURE & RELATIVE HUMIDITY IN NEBRASKA: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS ON WET BULB GLOBE TEMPERATURE (WBGT) TOOLS , Rachel T. Hines

The Evolution of Wildland Fire Risk Management , Matthew Holte

E-WASTE IMPACT ON THE HEALTH OF GUIYU, CHINA CITIZENS: A COMPARISON PRE AND POST CHINA’S PROHIBITION OF FOREIGN GARBAGE IMPORTS , Oliva Hultman

Climate Change Adaptation, Migration, and Promising Developments for Pacific Island States , Ashley Jonas

IDENTIFYING HOW SUMMER CAMP EXPERIENCES AFFECT CHILDREN’S ENVIRONMENTAL LITERACY , Quinn Kimbell

Literature Review on Water Desalination Plant Production and Brine Disposal Methods , Grace Kollars

The Impact of Interactions Among Native Grassland Species: A Study of Interactions Between Two Invasive Species (Bromus tectorum and Setaria faberi) and Two Native Species (Helianthus annuus and Rudbeckia hirta) , Nash Leef

Wildfires & Prescribed Fires: Do They Impact Soil Quality? , Kate Nelson

Eastern Redcedar Reduces Regeneration and Diversity in the Forests of the Niobrara River Valley , Abigail Ridder

Greenhouse Gas Emissions During the Usage Phase of Electric Vehicles in the United States, Now and in the Future , Zach Roza

Reintroduction of the Grey Wolf , Cody Willers

University of Nebraska Sustainability Recommendations , Kat Woerner

Land-Use and Potential Effects on the Western Tiger Salamander (Ambystoma mavortium) , Emily Zappia

Audit of Waste Collected Over One Week From Superior Dental Health of Lincoln , Bryclin Alstrom

Analysis of Drinking Water Disinfection Options , Bryce Carlen

Diversification of Angiosperms During the Cretaceous Period , Sakia Fields

Distribution of Green Spaces in Omaha, Nebraska , Sofia Gavia

The Effect of Agkistrodon contortrix and Crotalus horridus Venom Toxicity on Strike Locations With Live Prey , Chase Giese

Long-Term Impacts of 2019 Flood Experiences on Nebraskans’ Climate Change Perceptions , Caitlin Kingsley

How is Remote Sensing Being Used to Prevent Wildfires Today? , Luke Lauby

Regenerative Agriculture’s Potential Carbon Storage in Nebraska Soils , Jenna McCoy

Relationship of Land Use Categories and Water Quality for Low Order Streams , Jake McEnaney

Impact of Ethnic Markets on Food Accessibility in Lincoln, NE , Connor McFayden

Mitigation Strategies for Municipal Solid Waste Generation in Lincoln , Justine Mileski

Temporal and Spatial Interactions between Coyotes and Red Foxes along the Urban-Rural Interface , Adam Mortensen

Mental Health Incorporation in Nebraskan Recovery Plans Following the 2019 Midwestern Floods , Isabelle Murray

The Effect of Drought on the Bird Species Spiza americana , Emily Nelson

The Formatting of Science Communication and How it Affects Attraction to and Understanding of Scientific Information , Connor Nichols

Effects of Land Use in Nebraska on Insect Biodiversity and Eastern Monarch Populations , Carina Olivetti

The Relationship Between Time and Plant Diversity in Prairie Restorations Within the Prairie Corridor on Haines Branch , Elizabeth Park

Precipitation Impact on Crop Yield , Ian Ritchie

Investigating Predation Risk Experienced by Wintering Birds at a Supplied-Food Garden , Madison Smart

Using the Theory of Planned Behavior to Understand the Behavioral Use of Single-Use Plastic Bags by Students at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln , Josephine Stoessel

Sparking Awareness in Lincoln Electronic Waste Trends and Habits: A Student Behavioral Analysis , Zowie Vincent

Designing a Mobile App and Online Directory to Increase the Visibility of Environmental Organizations in a Community , Kayla Vondracek

The Effect of Urban Forests on Air Quality and Human Health , Chance Wilken

Climate Change & Grief: An Overview Of The Mental Health Effects Of Climate Change & How Biodiversity Loss In The Great Plains Affects Our Emotional Wellbeing , Luke Andersen

Lincoln, NE Composting in Restaurants , Brodie Baum

The Effect Of Wildlife Wellbeing On Environmental Concern , Laura Casne

Observing Spectral Response Differences In Freshwater Lakes Using Remote Sensing Technology , Brady Cooper

Nutritional Value of Crops affected by Elevated Carbon Dioxide Concentrations in Atmospheric Conditions , Alex Joseph Cusimano

A Comparative Analysis Of The Reception Of Laudato Si’ By Progressive And Traditional Catholics , Mikayla Dorff

PLANNING URBAN FORESTS IN A CHANGING CLIMATE , Ethan Dudden

The Role Of University Of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Biodigester On Sustainable Food Waste Reduction Within Selleck Dining Center , Jennifer Gilbert

Adventuring in the Winds: An Exploration of Water Accessibility, Keystone Species, Environmental Justice, and Forest Fires in the Wind River Range , Rhianna Giron

Environmental Factors On The Arctic Food Chain , Sydney Hansen

Incorporating Tallgrass Prairie Into Urban Environments , Daniel Hauschild

The Changing Habitat And Decline Of Ring-Necked Pheasant Populations In Otoe County, Nebraska , Jacob T. Herman

Ecological Perspectives of the Eastern Saline Wetlands Differ Between Visitors and Non-Visitors , Peter Janda

Analysis Of Trees Damaged From Flooding And Ice In Columbus, Nebraska , Alaina Kapla

The Effects Of Street Tree Site Planting Width On Canopy Width And Ability To Provide Ecosystem Services , Ryan Kendall

FUTURE IMPLICATIONS OF EXTREME HEAT ON PUBLIC HEALTH FOR THOSE LIVING IN LINCOLN, NEBRASKA , Mandy Koehler

Fungal Mycelium; The Key to a Sustainable Future , Sawyer Krivanek

Growth and Feeding Response in Python regius in Ambient Temperature vs. Hot-Spot , McKenzie Martinez

The Research and Analysis of Potential Gray Wolf (Canis Lupus) Habitats and Gray Wolf Management in the U.S. , YouHan Mei

Effect of Urban Green Space on Urban Populations. , Jack Mensinger

TO WHAT EXTENT HAS THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN HUMANS AND RED FOXES (VULPES VULPES) EVOLVED THROUGHOUT HISTORY? , Abigail Misfeldt

Diet Composition And Analysis Of Fish Species Consumed By The Eurasian Otter In A Marine/Costal Environment , Alexandrea Otto

The Effects of Phosphate on the Metamorphosis of Larval Western Barred Tiger Salamanders (Ambystoma mavortium) , Alexis Jean Polivanov

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Theses/dissertations from 2024 2024.

Using soil cores to assess the role of ion exchange in soils impacted by acid deposition: a case study from Sleepers River Research Watershed, Danville Vermont , Elliott Jaye Bloom

Theses from 2023 2023

Looking a Gift Horse in the Mouth?: A Study in the Values of Visitors, Horses, and Ecological Management on Assateague Island , Nora K. Ripley-Grant

Paid Parental Leave and Gender-Just Degrowth , Eleanor Churchill

Surveys, Syllabi and Faculty Interviews: Assessing the Impact of Sustainability Courses at the University of Vermont , Lydia G. O'Connor

The (In)Equity of Revitalization: A Mixed-Methods Analysis of Green Gentrification in Rust Belt Cities , Kieran R. Hogan

Understanding the Drivers of Urban Heat; Case Study in Burlington, Vermont , Alexandra E. Greer

Vermont Public Schools’ Water Tap Lead Exposure: A 2017 – 2021 Spatial Analysis , Logan Solomon

Theses from 2022 2022

Absurdist Rituals to Process Ecological Grief , Michaela L. Aladjem

Case Study: University of Vermont Faculty and Staff Transportation Modes and Carbon Emissions , Kathleen Enns

From Root to Wing: The Music of Vermont's Ecological Soundscapes , Madeline S. Reilly

Park Personality: A Discourse of National Parks Through Social Media Images , Emily H. Cummings

Shade Equity in Louisville, KY: Considering Environmental Justice in an Analysis of Urban Tree Canopy Inequality and Demographics , Isabella Sofia Wolfsdorf

Subtle Worlds: Exploring Relational Ecology with Clay , Emerson Odom Jeffery

Vermont Wildlife Landscape Connectivity: A Case Study Connecting Habitats in the Green Mountains, Spanning Interstate 89 , Cyrus Grey Oswald

Theses from 2021 2021

Eco-Anxiety in “the Climate Generation”: Is Action an Antidote? , Isabel Grace Coppola

The Influence of Vegetation and Green Spaces on Air Quality and Outdoor Air Temperature Mitigation on Multiple Scales , McKinley Deery

The Psychological Impacts of Climate Change Education on Undergraduate Students , Maya Bostwick

Visual and Rhetorical Cues to Transform Nature: A Historical Analysis of Mao Zedong’s Environmental Policy Through Print and Visual Media , Nathan P. Basch

Theses from 2020 2020

Characterizing occupational health exposures and health outcomes among immigrant dairy farmworkers in Vermont , Mary-Kate Barrett

Environmental Health Disparities in Vermont , Julia Selle

Food waste disposal: How social factors influence individuals’ willingness to make behavioral changes , Alysa J. Kelly

Plant Community Richness and Composition in Formerly Dammed Reservoirs of Central Massachusetts , Carrie L. Wiater

Synthesis of the local knowledge and ecology of vansemberuu (Saussurea dorogostaiskii Palib.) for conservation, Darkhad Valley, Khuvsgul, Mongolia , Joscelyn Norris, Nyamgerel Nudkhuu, Tumursukh Jal, Lhagvajau Davaajii, Davaatseren Buyanjargal, Nyam-Ochir Dvvjii, Byaamba Ornobish, Batzaya Erdenebat, and Tsoogo Ornobish

The Geography of Home: Systems Awareness in a Changing World , Eleanor B. Connolly

Understanding the Impact of Identity on Small Business Social Responsibility , Michael Jared Chan

University of Vermont Housing: Motivations Behind Institutional Sustainability Transitions , Noah JB Stommel

UVM's Roadmap to Zero Waste , Isabel Lisle

UVM’s Roadmap to Zero Waste: Effective Strategies for Enhancing Zero Waste Management Goals at the University of Vermont , Isabel Lisle

Theses from 2019 2019

A conservationist, an economist, and a medic walk into a moral dilemma: Environmental decisions and rationalizing behavior , Arielle Raitt Cheifetz

Big Cats Around the Globe: How Communities Around the World Perceive Their Backyard Big Cats , Will C. Corcoran

Can Exposure to Outdoor Education Impact the Decisions that University of Vermont Students Make Throughout and Beyond College? , Beatrix Roxane Berry

Connecting Art and Science: An Artist’s Perspective on Environmental Sustainability , Hayley Jean

Ecocritical Poster Art: Subverting Problematic Symbolic Tropes in Contemporary Environmentalism , Clarissa Mae Libertelli

Environmental Values and Clothing Consumption: Do Clothing Purchases Reflect Environmental Values? , Jessica A. NeJame

Examining Connections between Gendered Dimensions of Inequality and Deforestation in Nepal , Ethan S. Shafron

Farm to Forest - The Andrews Community Forest , Angus Bisgard Cummings

Nitrous oxide release from agricultural soils under different management practices during freeze-thaw cycles , Julia M. Pupko

Queen City Culture: Immigration, Food, Culture, and Burlington's Local Food System , Ashley Raymond

Sense of Place in the Anthropocene: A students-teaching-students course , Giannina Sol Gaspero-Beckstrom and Ella Mighell

The Complexities of Wildcrafting: A study of knowledge systems' influences on wildcrafting in Chittenden County, VT , Marissa Pappalardo

What do vulnerable populations of children, specifically those who are infected/affected by HIV/AIDS, need in order to have a meaningful experience at summer camp? A comparison of literature versus counselor perspectives , Hailey Nelson

Yes, You Can Eat That: How Communities that Forage in Vermont Interact with Invasive Species , Sheridan Plummer

Theses from 2018 2018

Charging down the Road: A Historical Analysis of the American Auto Industry and Tesla Inc. , Bryce Dzialo

Does Conservation Status Matter if You’re Ugly? An Experimental Survey of Species Appeal and Public Support , Natalie Theresa Redmond

Environmental Vulnerability and Social Unrest: A Comparative Index , Michela H. Grunebaum

Finding A Place in College: Re-Examining Residential Learning Communities as Third Places for Student Development , Sarah C. Feigelman

Normative Reframing as a Policy Process: Community Solar for Low-Income Electric Customers , Madeline Murray-Clasen

PAHs in Coal Tar Sealants: Policy Analyses and Design , Abigail Rose Ames

Response: A Portrait of Four Environmental Artists in Vermont , Peter vanderWilden

State-based Climate Legislation: A Policy Analysis of Carbon Tax Proposals in Vermont, New York, and Massachusetts , John Doane

Success of Food Assistance Programs: Metrics to Evaluate Provision of Healthy Food Products Across Burlington, Vermont. , Meghan Conway

Taming the Floods: Using an Intellectual History of Chinese Hydraulic Thought to Address Contemporary Issues in China’s Water Governance , Sophia Rose Danison

The Bolton Dome Fundraiser Film Thesis , fraser query

The Glyphosate Controversy: How Vermont Perspectives Could Inform Future Policy , Rachel C. Helbig

The Green Divider: A Discourse Analysis of the Kingdom Community Wind Project in Lowell, VT. , Robert L. Persons

To what extent do psychological distance and knowledge mediate the impact of algae blooms on cultural ecosystem services in the Lake Champlain Basin? , Gemma L. Del Rossi

Theses from 2017 2017

Conserving Vermont's Endangered Species through Designation of Critical Habitat , Amanda M. Ramsing-Lund

Cultural Heritage and Rising Seas: Water Management, Governance, and Heritage in Venice and Amsterdam , Katherine D. Mitchell

Interstices of Power: Considerations of women’s health and agency through creative nonfiction , Erica Rose Gilgore

Native bees (Hymenoptera: Apoidea) and berry polycultures: Studying farmers’ motivations for diversification and the impact of mass floral resources on pollinator communities , Jen Hayes

Rio Como Vamos: Assessing the Triple Bottom-Line Legacies Being Left by the 2016 Rio Summer Olympic Games , Zack Pensak

The Impact of Act 148 on Food-Insecure Populations in Chittenden and Essex Counties of Vermont , Gina E. Cassara

Traditional Values in a Modern World: An Ethnographic Study of Permaculture Practitioners in Vermont , Rose C. Thackeray

Theses from 2016 2016

Environmental Navigation Network: Developing a Peer Mentor Program in the Environmental Program at the University of Vermont , Jacqueline Cardoza

“Envisioning a Just Food System” A Students Teaching Students Course , Claire Snowden Wiggin, Leila Elliot Rezvani, and Olivia Jane Burt

Farmer Resiliency in a Changing Climate: A Comparative Study of Massachusetts and Vermont Farmers , Ann G. Fitzgerald

Hard Work, Cows and Community: Why young people in Bethel, Vermont are choosing to stay on dairy farms , Mikayla Sandra Peront

Kosher, Local, Organic, Oh My! An exploration of the challenges and possibilities of local kosher meat in the Jewish Community of Vermont. , Frances Lasday

Vacationing for a Cause: Volunteer Ecotourism on Alternative Spring Break , Amelia Fontein

Theses from 2015 2015

An Investigation of Insect Netting Trellis Systems to Manage Spotted Wing Drosophila for Vermont Blueberry Farms , Hannah Lee Link

Deconstructing Systemic Oppression Through Teaching Community Organizing: A students-teaching-students course , Francesca A. Hall

Pain at the Pump: The relationship between gas prices and transit ridership in urban and rural counties of Vermont , Olivia Irene Taylor

Permaculture Design to Address Coffee Leaf Rust and Climate Change on a Panamanian Coffee Farm , angela M. deBettencourt

The Proposed Northern Pass Transmission LIne and the Power of Public Opinion , Michael A. Storace

Theses from 2014 2014

Chasing Organics: A Study of the Implications of Act 148 on Vermont's Waste Hauling and Composting Enterprises , Rory C. Shamlian

Neighborhood in Constant Flux: An Ethnographic Analysis of Food Access in Fort Greene, Brooklyn , Jack N. Steele

On Being Earthlings: Photographic Portraits and Audio Narratives on Human-Earth Connection in Israel-Palestine , Blair R. Borax Ms.

The Communication of Goals in Volunteer-Based Ecotourism: A Case Study of Two Ecuadorian Ecological Reserves , Robyn J. Bath-Rosenfeld

The Greenleaf Farm Resiliency Project: An Ecological Landscape Design , Holly Lee Greenleaf

Theses from 2013 2013

Cultivating Little Consumers: How Picture Books Influence Materialism in Children , Rachel J. Franz

Getting down to earth: Revisiting sustainability on a small, diversified farm in Maryland , Brittany N. Dooling

Hunger, Leadership and Social Change: A Students Teaching Students Course , Catherine Gannascoli

Safe Cosmetics Legislation in Vermont: Passing H.308 in the Vermont Legislature , Anna Tadio

Spilling the Beans on Coffee Certifications: Consumer Values and Knowledge of Fair Trade and USDA Organic Coffee , Kieran Ficken

The Vegan Journey: An Exploration of Vegan Experiences with Vegans from Burlington, Vermont , Kelsey Steele

Theses from 2012 2012

Awareness and Advocacy towards Instituting Bias-Free Policing Criteria in Vermont: A cross county comparison of Addison and Franklin Counties, Vermont , Abigail Zuckerman

Bicycling the Gap: A mixed method study examining bicyclists in New York City and the interactions they share with the Metro Transportation Authority Subway System, and the New York Waterway Ferry System , Daniel Clark

ENVS 197 Students Teaching Students: Hunger, Leadership, and Social Change , Samantha Ethridge

Rethinking the Role of Community Gardening in Localizing Post-Oil Suburbia: A Proposal for Willowdale Community Garden in Cherry Hill, NJ , Andrew Schlesinger

Strategic Climate Change Communication: A Creative Effort Toward Mitigation and Adaptation Changing the Current , Page Atcheson

The Meat of the Matter: Exploring the Relationship between Environmental Ethics and the Food Choices of Environmental Studies Majors at the University of Vermont , Samantha Morgan

The Socioeconomic Impact of Hydroelectric Dams on Developing Communities: A Case Study of the Chalillo Dam and the Communities of the Macal River Valley, Cayo District, Belize, Central America , Emily Bird

"Things need to change around here." The Diversification of a Small Farm in Northwest New Jersey , Caitlan Stephens

Transformative Education for Creating Sustainable Food Systems: A Mini Course: "Yoga (yoke) of the Earth, Food and Use" at the GreenHouse Residential Learning Community , Kazuha Kurosu

What's the Catch? An Analysis of Seafood Sustainability at the University of Vermont , Sara Cleaver

Theses from 2011 2011

Eating Practices and Attitudes among American Buddhists: An aspect of Buddhism and Ecology , Taylor Ralph

Japanese Children's Songs for Environmental Education: Environmental Education Curriculum for Edmunds Kindergarten in Burlington , Akane Yamamoto

Relationships Between Aircraft Fleet Composition and Environmental Impacts , Matthew Judd

Sustainable Urban Composting: Determining Best Practices for Organic Waste Management in Burlington, Vermont , Caroline Shepard

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Introduction.

Theses and dissertations are documents that present an author's research findings, which are submitted to the University in support of their academic degree. They are very useful to consult when carrying out your own research because they:

• provide a springboard to scope existing literature
• provide inspiration for the finished product
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On this page you will find guidance on how to search for and access theses and dissertations in the Bodleian Libraries and beyond.

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Terms you may encounter in your research.

Thesis: In the UK, a thesis is normally a document that presents an author's research findings as part of a doctoral or research programme.

Dissertation: In the UK, a dissertation is normally a document that presents an author's research findings as part of an undergraduate or master's programme.

DPhil: An abbreviation for Doctor of Philosophy, which is an advanced research qualification. You may also see it referred to as PhD.

ORA: The Oxford University Research Archive , an institutional repository for the University of Oxford's research output including digital theses.

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The Bodleian Libraries collection holds DPhil, MLitt and MPhil theses deposited at the University of Oxford, which you can consult. You may also be interested to read theses and dissertations beyond the University of Oxford, some of which can be read online, or you can request an inter-library loan.

Help with theses and dissertations

To find out more about how to find and access theses and dissertations in the Bodleian Libraries and beyond, we recommend the following:

• Bodleian Libraries theses and dissertations Links to information on accessing the Bodleian Libraries collections of Oxford, UK, US and other international theses.
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Prize winning undergraduate dissertations are available in print in the Social Science Library opposite the printing and photocopying room. These start from the year 2000 onwards. Prize winning dissertations from 1979 to 1999 are located offsite but can be ordered to the Social Science Library by searching for the title on SOLO. A full list of the titles is located with the dissertations in the library and is also  here .

Prize winning dissertations from 2019 are also available on the SOGE intranet  here .

There is also a a listing of all non-prize winning dissertations by year from 2003 which includes their abstracts, located by the dissertations. 

BCM, ECM, NSEG & WSPM MSc Dissertations

MSc dissertations with a Distinction are located in the Social Science Library opposite the printer and photocopier room. All dissertations with a Distinction are available in printed format for the years 1995 to 2017. Dissertations from 2018 onwards are only available electronically on the SOGE intranet  here .

DPhil theses in print format are kept off-site at the Bodleian Book Storage Facility. They can be found on SOLO by a keyword search including the word ‘thesis’. Alternatively there is a browseable list by year on the SOGE intranet with links to SOLO  here .

DPhil theses in print format can only be requested to the Weston Library for consultation.

Many of the more recent DPhil theses are also available to read online unless they have an embargo. These are on the university repository,  ORA . The SOGE intranet  browseable list  also includes links to the online full text in ORA where available.

Further information about finding theses, both in Oxford and in other universities can be found  here . 

Depositing your thesis

It is mandatory for students completing a research degree at the University of Oxford (registered to a programme of study on or after 1st October 2007) to deposit an electronic copy of their theses with the Oxford University Research Archive (ORA) in order to meet the requirements of their award. To find out more, visit the Oxford University Research Archive guide.

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Environmental Engineering Dissertations

Explore our collection of dissertations from the Environmental Engineering program at Michigan Technological University below.

Theses/Dissertations/Reports from 2024 2024

SEA LEVEL RISE DRIVEN GROUNDWATER INUNDATION: EFFECTS OF ISLAND HYDROGEOLOGY ON FRESHWATER LENS DYNAMICS , Lauren K. Mancewicz

Theses/Dissertations/Reports from 2023 2023

PREDICTING THE REACTIVITIES AND REACTION MECHANISMS OF PHOTOCHEMICALLY PRODUCED REACTIVE INTERMEDIATES , Benjamin Barrios Cerda

TREATING CONTAMINATED WATER: PREDICTING REACTIVITIES OF AQUEOUS ORGANIC CONTAMINANTS WITH HYDRATED ELECTRONS, AND DEVELOPMENT OF A BIOGARDEN TO MANAGE GREYWATER DISCHARGE IN MONTEVERDE, COSTA RICA , Rose C. Daily

CARBONATE-SUPERSTRUCTURED SOLID FUEL CELLS WITH HYDROCARBON FUELS , Hanrui Su

Theses/Dissertations/Reports from 2022 2022

Rebuilding fish-human relationships by quantifying combined toxicity and evaluating policy related to legacy contamination , Emily Shaw

Theses/Dissertations/Reports from 2021 2021

IMPACTS OF CROSS-SCALE HYDRODYNAMICS ON THE GREAT LAKES COASTAL SYSTEM , Chenfu Huang

Theses/Dissertations/Reports from 2020 2020

Mechanisms of Pathogen Inactivation in Wastewater and Pharmaceutical Applications , Christa L. Meingast

SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT ASSESSMENT OF ALGAL BIOFUEL PRODUCTION , Hossein Tavakoli

Theses/Dissertations/Reports from 2019 2019

CHARACTERIZATION AND TRANSFORMATION OF DISSOLVED ORGANIC MATTER (DOM) IN ENGINEERED ULTRAVIOLET (UV) PHOTOLYSIS AND UV-BASED ADVANCED OXIDATION PROCESSES , Padmalathika Varanasi

THE GREAT LAKES CLIMATE ANALYSIS USING A TWO-WAY COUPLED 3-D GREAT LAKES -ATMOSPHERE REGIONAL MODEL WITH DATA ASSIMILATION METHODOLOGY , Xinyu Ye

Theses/Dissertations/Reports from 2018 2018

STAGNATION REDUCTION IN DRINKING WATER STORAGE TANKS THROUGH INTERNAL PIPING , Mohammad Alizadeh Fard

EVALUATION, IMPROVEMENT, AND APPLICATION OF MODELS OF ENVIRONMENTAL FATE AND TRANSPORT OF ATMOSPHERE-SURFACE EXCHANGEABLE POLLUTANTS (ASEPs) , Tanvir Khan

WILDFIRE EMISSIONS IN THE CONTEXT OF GLOBAL CHANGE AND THE IMPLICATIONS FOR MERCURY POLLUTION , Aditya Kumar

Molecular Biogeochemistry of a Poor Fen , Zhimin Song

Theses/Dissertations/Reports from 2017 2017

TOWARD A NEW MODELING APPROACH FOR MANAGEMENT OF NUISANCE CLADOPHORA GROWTH IN THE GREAT LAKES , Anika Kuczynski

HIGHLY EFFICIENT ELECTRODE MATERIALS AND THEIR APPLICATIONS IN SOLAR CELLS , Wei Wei

Plating Wastewater Treatment , Yuzhe Zhang

Theses/Dissertations/Reports from 2016 2016

Impacts of global change on tropospheric ozone and mercury , Huanxin Zhang

Theses/Dissertations/Reports from 2015 2015

Materials for Energy, Drug, and Information Storage , Peifu Cheng

CLIMATE ANOMALIES AND PRIMARY PRODUCTION IN LAKE SUPERIOR , Marcel L. Dijkstra

APPLICATION OF HYDRODYNAMIC MODELS IN SIMULATING THE THERMAL REGIME OF LAKE SUPERIOR , Rasika K. Gawde

Reports/Theses/Dissertations from 2014 2014

GLOBAL MODELING OF ATMOSPHERIC OZONE AND AEROSOLS: MODEL IMPROVEMENTS AND APPLICATIONS , Yaoxian Huang

Synthesis and Photochemical Study of N-doped Mixed Oxide Solid Solution Photocatalyst for Hydrogen Production under Visible Light Irradiation , Taile Y. Leswifi

MODELING DYNAMICS OF OZONE AND NITROGEN OXIDES AT SUMMIT, GREENLAND WITH A 1-D PROCESS-SCALE MODEL , Keenan Anton Murray

MOLECULAR CHARACTERIZATION OF ATMOSPHERIC ORGANIC MATTER IN BIOGENIC SECONDARY ORGANIC AEROSOL, AMBIENT AEROSOL AND CLOUDS , Yunzhu Zhao

Reports/Theses/Dissertations from 2013 2013

TERPENE AND TERPENOID EMISSIONS AND SECONDARY ORGANIC AEROSOL PRODUCTION , Rosa M. Flores

Reports/Theses/Dissertations from 2012 2012

THE QUANTIFICATION OF THE FLY ASH ADSORPTION CAPACITY FOR THE PURPOSE OF CHARACTERIZATION AND USE IN CONCRETE , Zeyad Tareq Ahmed

INTEGRATED ASSESSMENT OF ANTHROPOGENIC, CLIMATE, AND POLICY INDUCED CHANGES OF PHOSPHORUS EXPORT IN THE UNITED STATES LAURENTIAN GREAT LAKES WATERSHEDS , Meredith Ballard LaBeau

Reports/Theses/Dissertations from 2011 2011

Modeling and classifying variable width riparian zones utilizing digital elevation models, flood height data, digital soil data and national wetlands inventory : a new approach for riparian zone delineation , Sinan A. Abood

Reports/Theses/Dissertations from 2010 2010

WATER RESOURCES, HEALTH, AND THE SUSTAINABILITY OF INTERVENTIONS TO ACHIEVE WATER AND SANITATION TARGETS OF THE MILLENNIUM DEVELOPMENT GOALS IN A CHANGING WORLD , Lauren M. Fry

IMPROVING THE RELIABILITY OF AQUATIC BIOGEOCHEMICAL MODELS: INTEGRATING INFORMATION AND OPTIMIZING COMPLEXITY , Cory P. McDonald

Reports/Theses/Dissertations from 2009 2009

Nitrogen removal and sustainability of vertical flow constructed wetlands for small scale wastewater treatment , Valerie J. Fuchs

Boreal forest fire impacts on lower troposphere carbon monoxide and ozone levels at the regional to hemispheric scales , Kateryna Lapina

Long-Range Pollution Transport: Trans-Atlantic Mechanisms and Lagrangian Modeling Methods , Robert Christopher Owen

Development of measurement and modeling techniques to quantify atmospheric deposition of persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic chemicals in the Great Lakes , Mark D. Rowe

Reports/Theses/Dissertations from 2008 2008

Planning and adaptation measures for urban slum communities in West Africa : stochastic rainfall modeling applied to domestic rainwater harvesting and climate change adaptation , Joshua R. Cowden

The effect of demand, tank parameters, and pumping stations on energy use in municipal drinking water distribution systems , Santosh Raj Ghimire

Reports/Theses/Dissertations from 2007 2007

Regulation issues and prediction of natural estrogen loads for wastewater treatment plants , Michelle E. Jarvie

Nitrogen Oxides in the North Atlantic Troposphere: Impacts of Boreal Wildfire and Anthropogenic Emissions , Maria Val Martin

Reports/Theses/Dissertations from 2005 2005

Study of particle movement in the nearshore region of Lake Superior with radioisotope tracers , Yingtao Chai

COUNTERMEASURES AGAINST SCOUR AT BRIDGE ABUTMENTS , Hua Li

Reports/Theses/Dissertations from 2004 2004

Optimal design of pump and treat remediation systems : treatment modeling, source modeling and time as a decision variable , Karen L. Endres

DEVELOPMENT OF ION EXCHANGE MODELS FOR WATER TREATMENT AND APPLICATION TO THE INTERNATIONAL SPACE STATION WATER PROCESSOR , David Robert Hokanson

Reports/Theses/Dissertations from 2003 2003

SELECTED CHEMOAUTOTROPHIC PROCESSES IN WASTEWATER TREATMENT: LOW TEMPERATURE NITRIFICATION INHIBITION BY AN AZO DYE AND BIOFILTRATION FOR ODOR CONTROL OF HYDROGEN SULFIDE , Ronald W. Martin Jr.

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Master of science degrees awarded in environmental and energy policy.

K. Rana. 2020. Plasticless: A Comparative Life-Cycle, Socio-Economic, and Policy Analysis of Alternatives to Plastic Straws. [ProQuest]

S.V. Nguyen. 2019. Mining the Evidence: Public Comments, Evidence-Based Policymaking, and a Controversial Mine. [ProQuest]

S.K. Ford. 2019. Mineral Policy: The Severance of Rights, Resources, and Relations. [ProQuest]

M.N. Smith. 2017. Wetland Policy Design in the Upper Great Lakes States: Cases of Policy Success and Failure. [ProQuest]

M.L. Maggio. 2017. Investigating the Utility of Rapid Assessment Process for Environmental Development Work of Peace Corps Master's International Students. [ProQuest]

C.D. Henderson. 2016. Investigating the Social Habitat of Deer Hunters in Michigan. [ProQuest]

E.W. Prehoda. 2016. Energy Justice and U.S. Energy Policy: Case Study Applications Exploring U.S. Energy Policy through an Energy Justice Framework. [ProQuest]

N. Khan. 2015. "Change for good? An assessment of the disconnect between perceived benefits by ENGOs and user satisfaction of solar bottle lights in informal settlements of Dhaka City, Bangladesh." [MTU Library]

A. Kreuze. 2015. "The hydrosocial costs of high-volume hydraulic fracturing: A tale of two counties in Michigan." [Proquest]

J. F. Lind-Riehl. 2015. "The role of hybridization and the United States fish and wildlife service biologists’ discretion in the implementation of the Endangered Species Act." [Proquest]

E. P. Louie. 2015. "Writing a Community Guidebook for evaluating low-grade geothermal energy from flooded underground mines for heating and cooling buildings." [MTU Library]

M. Morrison. 2015. "Reducing Releases of PAHs: A Comparative Case Study of Coal Tar sealant bans In the United States. A" [Proquest]

T. Patterson. 2015. "Evaluating the oil sands reclamation process: Assessing policy capacity and stakeholder access for government and non-governmental organizations operating In Alberta’s oil sands." [Proquest]

M. Rahman. 2015. "Examining Policy Capacity initiatives within climate change frameworks In three U.S. and Canadian sectors using Nvivo Content Analysis." [MTU Library]

R. L. Williams. 2015. "A case study of data in the management of water resources in the Gunnison River Basin, Colorado." [Proquest]

X. Yang. 2015. "An analysis of China’s biofuels policy and Chinese discourse on land acquisition for biofuels In Africa." [Proquest]

J. D. Borde, "Understanding people's adoption of individual-use renewable energy technology," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives [ MTU library ] [ Proquest ]

F. Li, "A cost-benefit analysis of a 25% RPS in Michigan" [ MTU Library ] [ Proquest ]

F. Liu, "Migration patterns among young adults in the United States: Environmental, social, and economic explanations" [ MTU Library ] [ Proquest ]

A. Yu, "Pesky pests of the Great Lakes State: Is public participation influenced by geographic differences?" [ MTU Library ] [ Proquest ]

B. T. Pattullo. 2013. "Agroforestry addressing social and environmental issues in Paraguay."

E. Brenna, "Perceptions of water conditions and management in the Sonora River Basin, Sonora, Mexico," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives LD3300.T2012 B838; Online at [MTU Library]

A. C. Orthober, "Public participation in Michigan mining policy : the Kennecott Eagle Project case," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives LD3300.T2012 O77; Online at [MTU Library]

V. S. Gagnon, "Fish contaminants through the tribal perspective : an ethnography of the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community's tribal fish harvest," Thesis (Thesis (MS) ). MTU Archives LD3300.T2011 G135; Online at [MTU Library]

J. R. Schubert, "Peer influence in NIPF landowner decision making in the western Upper Peninsula, Michigan," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives LD3300.T2011 S384; Online at [MTU Library]

E. A. Adams, "Nongovernmental organization staff views of global water privatization," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives LD3300.T2011 A212; Online at [MTU Library]

C. Goss, "U.S. utilities' experiences with the implementation of energy efficiency programs," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives LD3300.T2011 G677; Online at [MTU Library]

L. Pavlot, "Silver Spring as a case example of implementing smart growth policies," Thesis (MS). JRVP Stacks-3; MTU Archives LD3300.T2010 P337

K. Makinen, "Balancing wildlife and bioenergy values on private forestlands in the eastern Upper Peninsula of Michigan," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2010 M235; Online at [MTU Library]

S. Balint, "Federal and state policy influence on woody biomass utilization," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2009 B186; Online at [MTU Library]

G. M. Borg, "EPA's Council for Regulatory Environmental Modeling : a case study of science policy implementation," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2009 B732; Online at [MTU Library]

A. T. Kozich, "Wetland mitigation in Michigan's Upper Peninsula : compliance with site monitoring and invasive plant species standards," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2009 K88

N. H. Johnson, "A cost-benefit analysis for a proposed wind turbine at Principia College," Report (MS). Archives Oversize.R2009 J66

N. Manda, "Environmental impact assessment (EIA) in Zambia : how effective is public participation in the EIA process in Zambia?," Report (MS). Archives Oversize LD3300.R2008 M271

S. A. Pilling, "Perceptions and realities of water quality in a Yaqui village," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2008 P641

K. R. Dahal, "Hazard and risk : perception of Glacial Lake Outburst Flooding from Tsho Rolpa Lake, Nepal," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2008 D129

S. Dahal, "Nepali community forestry and a case study of a model women's forest user group," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2007 D129

K. L. Graves, "Risk perception of natural hazards in the volcanic regions of Ecuador and Guatemala," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2007 G776

G. K. Greer, "Barriers impeding success of local watershed groups in Michigan's Upper Peninsula: examining state-level policies and their influence on success," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2007 G793

A. Sather-Knutsen, "Community responses to land ownership parcelization in the Keweenaw Peninsula," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2007 D129

M. Shamir, "The status of the precautionary principle in international environmental law," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2006 S531

J. R. Barnes, "Sustainable energy systems : a study of the obstacles impeding the expansion of the wind energy and lignocellulosic ethanol industries," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2006 B261

H. E. Steudle, "The sustainability of record-setting material recovery programs," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2006 T555

X. Wang, "Non-agricultural uses of farmland and official decision making regarding farmland uses in China," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2005 W246

S. A. Qadir, "ISO 14001 in India: More than a certificate on the wall?," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2005 Q2; Online at [MTU Library]

K. Strong, "The conceptualization and implementation of the wilderness idea in the Porcupine Mountains," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2005 S923

K. D. Kruse, "We speak for ourselves : a grassroots effort to change Wisconsin's mining law," Thesis (MS). JRVP Stacks-3; MTU Archives LD3300.T2005 K89

A. R. Morua, "Environmental challenges of rural communities : a case study in Rosario de Tesopaco (northwest Mexico)," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2005 M827

R. G. Staves, "Environmental justice, lead issues and children," Report (MS). MTU Archives LD3300.R2005 S775

J. Binkley-Power, "The expansion of renewable energy in our National Parks : powering Isle Royale," Report (MS). MTU Archives LD3300.R2004 B612

Y. B. Han, "Factors determining the marketing and development of alternative-fueled vehicles (AFVs) in the U.S. : an exploratory study," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2003 H233

T. A. E. Fillmore, "Yupiaq ecological knowledge : a case study of the Fall Collection in Chefornak, Alaska," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2003 F487

S. Keith, "The diffusion of constructed wetland technology for residential on-site wastewater treatment in the United States," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2003 K28

M. L.-H. Barbier, "Been-here's versus come-here's? Not necessarily. Conflict and community in Keweenaw County land use planning," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2003 B236

L. Zhu, "Policy options to prevent or control the spread of zebra mussels at Isle Royale National Park," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2003 Z64

F. Wang, "Protecting the public water supply system in city of Houghton by managing land use in a comprehensive and coordinated way," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2003 W246

K. A. Miller, "Community security through citizen participation : providing web-based information and training to citizens and emergency responders in Houghton County, Michigan," Report (MS). MTU Archives LD3300.R2003 M647

G. Chi, "The use of geographic information system for improving ecological footprint studies at the local level : a case study of transportation in Houghton Country, Michigan," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2002 C532

C. M. Corey, "A safe minimum standard assessment of the Florida manatee for the population of Citrus County Florida : a case study," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2002 C797

Q. Ji, "Emissions trading : U.S. lessons for Beijing, China," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2001 J61

M. M. Hornyak, "Wetlands permitting in the Western Upper Peninsula of Michigan : a study of mitigation and monitoring," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2001 H816

C. J. Vander Schee, "Administrative structure, autonomy, health, and disciplinary composition of environmentally related programs at private liberal arts colleges and universities," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2001 V228

A. Banerjee, "Eco-labeling for energy efficiency and sustainability : an evaluation for U.S. programs," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2001 B215

J. D. Gondek, "An analysis of the effectiveness of using geographic information systems to analyze recreational use patterns in a national forest," Report (MS). MTU Archives LD3300.R2001 G636

B. Yan, "The usefulness of internet resources for environmental compliance assistance and how to approach environmental compliance analysis : a case study of http://www.chemalliance.org," Report (MS). MTU Archives LD3300.R2001 Y21 [Chem Alliance]

J. A. Myrom, "The United States experience with deposit refund systems : a meta-analysis," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T2000 M998

M. E. Jarvie, "Working class women and participation in environmental politics," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T1999 J38

T. L. Adamec, "ISO 14001-an environmental management system standard," Thesis (MS). MTU Archives and Library Stacks-3 LD3300.T1998 A197

M. Valtasaari, "The Forest Stewardship Council : environmental responsibility through global marketing," Report (MS). MTU Archives LD3300.R1998 V215

Research Topics & Ideas: Environment

100+ Environmental Science Research Topics & Ideas

Finding and choosing a strong research topic is the critical first step when it comes to crafting a high-quality dissertation, thesis or research project. Here, we’ll explore a variety research ideas and topic thought-starters related to various environmental science disciplines, including ecology, oceanography, hydrology, geology, soil science, environmental chemistry, environmental economics, and environmental ethics.

NB – This is just the start…

The topic ideation and evaluation process has multiple steps . In this post, we’ll kickstart the process by sharing some research topic ideas within the environmental sciences. This is the starting point though. To develop a well-defined research topic, you’ll need to identify a clear and convincing research gap , along with a well-justified plan of action to fill that gap.

If you’re new to the oftentimes perplexing world of research, or if this is your first time undertaking a formal academic research project, be sure to check out our free dissertation mini-course. Also be sure to also sign up for our free webinar that explores how to develop a high-quality research topic from scratch.

Overview: Environmental Topics

• Ecology /ecological science
• Atmospheric science
• Oceanography
• Soil science
• Environmental chemistry
• Environmental economics
• Environmental ethics
• Examples  of dissertations and theses

Topics & Ideas: Ecological Science

• The impact of land-use change on species diversity and ecosystem functioning in agricultural landscapes
• The role of disturbances such as fire and drought in shaping arid ecosystems
• The impact of climate change on the distribution of migratory marine species
• Investigating the role of mutualistic plant-insect relationships in maintaining ecosystem stability
• The effects of invasive plant species on ecosystem structure and function
• The impact of habitat fragmentation caused by road construction on species diversity and population dynamics in the tropics
• The role of ecosystem services in urban areas and their economic value to a developing nation
• The effectiveness of different grassland restoration techniques in degraded ecosystems
• The impact of land-use change through agriculture and urbanisation on soil microbial communities in a temperate environment
• The role of microbial diversity in ecosystem health and nutrient cycling in an African savannah

Topics & Ideas: Atmospheric Science

• The impact of climate change on atmospheric circulation patterns above tropical rainforests
• The role of atmospheric aerosols in cloud formation and precipitation above cities with high pollution levels
• The impact of agricultural land-use change on global atmospheric composition
• Investigating the role of atmospheric convection in severe weather events in the tropics
• The impact of urbanisation on regional and global atmospheric ozone levels
• The impact of sea surface temperature on atmospheric circulation and tropical cyclones
• The impact of solar flares on the Earth’s atmospheric composition
• The impact of climate change on atmospheric turbulence and air transportation safety
• The impact of stratospheric ozone depletion on atmospheric circulation and climate change
• The role of atmospheric rivers in global water supply and sea-ice formation

Topics & Ideas: Oceanography

• The impact of ocean acidification on kelp forests and biogeochemical cycles
• The role of ocean currents in distributing heat and regulating desert rain
• The impact of carbon monoxide pollution on ocean chemistry and biogeochemical cycles
• Investigating the role of ocean mixing in regulating coastal climates
• The impact of sea level rise on the resource availability of low-income coastal communities
• The impact of ocean warming on the distribution and migration patterns of marine mammals
• The impact of ocean deoxygenation on biogeochemical cycles in the arctic
• The role of ocean-atmosphere interactions in regulating rainfall in arid regions
• The impact of ocean eddies on global ocean circulation and plankton distribution
• The role of ocean-ice interactions in regulating the Earth’s climate and sea level

Tops & Ideas: Hydrology

• The impact of agricultural land-use change on water resources and hydrologic cycles in temperate regions
• The impact of agricultural groundwater availability on irrigation practices in the global south
• The impact of rising sea-surface temperatures on global precipitation patterns and water availability
• Investigating the role of wetlands in regulating water resources for riparian forests
• The impact of tropical ranches on river and stream ecosystems and water quality
• The impact of urbanisation on regional and local hydrologic cycles and water resources for agriculture
• The role of snow cover and mountain hydrology in regulating regional agricultural water resources
• The impact of drought on food security in arid and semi-arid regions
• The role of groundwater recharge in sustaining water resources in arid and semi-arid environments
• The impact of sea level rise on coastal hydrology and the quality of water resources

Topics & Ideas: Geology

• The impact of tectonic activity on the East African rift valley
• The role of mineral deposits in shaping ancient human societies
• The impact of sea-level rise on coastal geomorphology and shoreline evolution
• Investigating the role of erosion in shaping the landscape and impacting desertification
• The impact of mining on soil stability and landslide potential
• The impact of volcanic activity on incoming solar radiation and climate
• The role of geothermal energy in decarbonising the energy mix of megacities
• The impact of Earth’s magnetic field on geological processes and solar wind
• The impact of plate tectonics on the evolution of mammals
• The role of the distribution of mineral resources in shaping human societies and economies, with emphasis on sustainability

Topics & Ideas: Soil Science

• The impact of dam building on soil quality and fertility
• The role of soil organic matter in regulating nutrient cycles in agricultural land
• The impact of climate change on soil erosion and soil organic carbon storage in peatlands
• Investigating the role of above-below-ground interactions in nutrient cycling and soil health
• The impact of deforestation on soil degradation and soil fertility
• The role of soil texture and structure in regulating water and nutrient availability in boreal forests
• The impact of sustainable land management practices on soil health and soil organic matter
• The impact of wetland modification on soil structure and function
• The role of soil-atmosphere exchange and carbon sequestration in regulating regional and global climate
• The impact of salinization on soil health and crop productivity in coastal communities

Topics & Ideas: Environmental Chemistry

• The impact of cobalt mining on water quality and the fate of contaminants in the environment
• The role of atmospheric chemistry in shaping air quality and climate change
• The impact of soil chemistry on nutrient availability and plant growth in wheat monoculture
• Investigating the fate and transport of heavy metal contaminants in the environment
• The impact of climate change on biochemical cycling in tropical rainforests
• The impact of various types of land-use change on biochemical cycling
• The role of soil microbes in mediating contaminant degradation in the environment
• The impact of chemical and oil spills on freshwater and soil chemistry
• The role of atmospheric nitrogen deposition in shaping water and soil chemistry
• The impact of over-irrigation on the cycling and fate of persistent organic pollutants in the environment

Topics & Ideas: Environmental Economics

• The impact of climate change on the economies of developing nations
• The role of market-based mechanisms in promoting sustainable use of forest resources
• The impact of environmental regulations on economic growth and competitiveness
• Investigating the economic benefits and costs of ecosystem services for African countries
• The impact of renewable energy policies on regional and global energy markets
• The role of water markets in promoting sustainable water use in southern Africa
• The impact of land-use change in rural areas on regional and global economies
• The impact of environmental disasters on local and national economies
• The role of green technologies and innovation in shaping the zero-carbon transition and the knock-on effects for local economies
• The impact of environmental and natural resource policies on income distribution and poverty of rural communities

Topics & Ideas: Environmental Ethics

• The ethical foundations of environmentalism and the environmental movement regarding renewable energy
• The role of values and ethics in shaping environmental policy and decision-making in the mining industry
• The impact of cultural and religious beliefs on environmental attitudes and behaviours in first world countries
• Investigating the ethics of biodiversity conservation and the protection of endangered species in palm oil plantations
• The ethical implications of sea-level rise for future generations and vulnerable coastal populations
• The role of ethical considerations in shaping sustainable use of natural forest resources
• The impact of environmental justice on marginalized communities and environmental policies in Asia
• The ethical implications of environmental risks and decision-making under uncertainty
• The role of ethics in shaping the transition to a low-carbon, sustainable future for the construction industry
• The impact of environmental values on consumer behaviour and the marketplace: a case study of the ‘bring your own shopping bag’ policy

Examples: Real Dissertation & Thesis Topics

While the ideas we’ve presented above are a decent starting point for finding a research topic, they are fairly generic and non-specific. So, it helps to look at actual dissertations and theses to see how this all comes together.

Below, we’ve included a selection of research projects from various environmental science-related degree programs to help refine your thinking. These are actual dissertations and theses, written as part of Master’s and PhD-level programs, so they can provide some useful insight as to what a research topic looks like in practice.

• The physiology of microorganisms in enhanced biological phosphorous removal (Saunders, 2014)
• The influence of the coastal front on heavy rainfall events along the east coast (Henson, 2019)
• Forage production and diversification for climate-smart tropical and temperate silvopastures (Dibala, 2019)
• Advancing spectral induced polarization for near surface geophysical characterization (Wang, 2021)
• Assessment of Chromophoric Dissolved Organic Matter and Thamnocephalus platyurus as Tools to Monitor Cyanobacterial Bloom Development and Toxicity (Hipsher, 2019)
• Evaluating the Removal of Microcystin Variants with Powdered Activated Carbon (Juang, 2020)
• The effect of hydrological restoration on nutrient concentrations, macroinvertebrate communities, and amphibian populations in Lake Erie coastal wetlands (Berg, 2019)
• Utilizing hydrologic soil grouping to estimate corn nitrogen rate recommendations (Bean, 2019)
• Fungal Function in House Dust and Dust from the International Space Station (Bope, 2021)
• Assessing Vulnerability and the Potential for Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA) in Sudan’s Blue Nile Basin (Mohamed, 2022)
• A Microbial Water Quality Analysis of the Recreational Zones in the Los Angeles River of Elysian Valley, CA (Nguyen, 2019)
• Dry Season Water Quality Study on Three Recreational Sites in the San Gabriel Mountains (Vallejo, 2019)
• Wastewater Treatment Plan for Unix Packaging Adjustment of the Potential Hydrogen (PH) Evaluation of Enzymatic Activity After the Addition of Cycle Disgestase Enzyme (Miessi, 2020)
• Laying the Genetic Foundation for the Conservation of Longhorn Fairy Shrimp (Kyle, 2021).

Looking at these titles, you can probably pick up that the research topics here are quite specific and narrowly-focused , compared to the generic ones presented earlier. To create a top-notch research topic, you will need to be precise and target a specific context with specific variables of interest . In other words, you’ll need to identify a clear, well-justified research gap.

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If you’re still feeling a bit unsure about how to find a research topic for your environmental science dissertation or research project, be sure to check out our private coaching services below, as well as our Research Topic Kickstarter .

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The Online Master’s in Environmental Science Degree at a Glance

The online M.S. in Environmental Science is a professional graduate degree offered through the College of Natural Resources (CNR)  and is geared toward professionals who work full-time and have various family, community, and seasonal obligations. The program is structured like the on-campus CNR counterpart:

• Course content and requirements are the same for on-campus and online programs.
• All classes are taught by University of Idaho’s world-renowned faculty members, who themselves are leaders in the natural, physical, and social sciences.
• Students receive a degree from one of the country’s top schools for natural resources and conservation, according to College Factual.

CNR designed the online MS in Environmental Science degree as a multidisciplinary program, which analyzes the scientific, economic, social, and political factors playing a role in environmental conservation. In turn, the program incorporates concepts related to waste management, environmental pollution, policy and law, water science, land use, and energy systems:

• Online students research the effects of natural and unnatural processes and their interactions with the physical components of the planet and environment.
• Online students explore and propose solutions to the Earth’s environmental issues while learning to keep the biocomplexity of its ecosystems in balance.
• The curriculum and research analyze how nature and society interact, particularly in relation to the preservation of natural resources, sustainable development, and controlling man-made substances in the world’s water supply.
• Through the analysis of existing environmental systems, online students predict future ecological shifts and develop scientific- and mathematical-based solutions for protecting ecosystems and natural resources.
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Individuals interested in applying to U of I’s online Master of Science in Environmental Science program need to follow all requirements detailed for graduate students. In addition to completing an application, candidates need to:

• have earned a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with a final 3.0 to 4.0 GPA;
• submit three letters of recommendation; and
• show proof of English proficiency, if applying from outside of the United States.

GRE and other standardized test scores are not required.  

Review all requirements before completing an application .

The CNR has developed two tracks for the online Master’s in Environmental Science: thesis and non-thesis. Both tracks require 30 graduate-level credits and a research project and have similar expectations and structures:

• Depth requirement: Thesis and non-thesis students are expected to select and complete 500-level and above courses in one of three option areas, including biological science, physical science, and social science.
• Breadth requirement: Thesis and non-thesis online students must complete a minimum of three credits at the graduate level in each of the other two option areas.
• Other requirements: All MS in Environmental Science students must complete one course (3 cr.) in appropriate research methods or statistics at the 500 level and a seminar course (ENVS 501).
• Research requirement: Through ENVS 500 (thesis degree) or ENVS 599 (non-thesis degree), students complete a capstone or a work of original research over three to as many as 10 credits. Learn more about requirements and expectations .

Learn more about the structure for thesis and non-thesis degrees .

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Non-thesis online m.s. in environmental science degree.

The non-thesis online M.S. in Environmental Science degree requires students to complete 27 credits of coursework, of which 12 credits are from the depth requirement and 21 are from 500-level and above subjects, and 3 credits of non-thesis research. Non-thesis projects do not require the student to conduct original research and, instead, are capstones synthesizing the degree’s materials and concepts.

Students selecting this format are further required to involve one faculty member for mentorship and guidance with their research project.

Thesis Online M.S. in Environmental Science

Online students deciding on this format must complete a thesis research project totalling six to 10 credits and 24 credits of coursework, of which 15 are dedicated to the selected option and 21 are from 500-level and higher subjects.

The thesis must be an original work of research that has potential to be published in a peer-reviewed journal, must be formatted for inclusion in the University of Idaho library, and displays the student’s aptitude for conducting independent, rigorous analysis. Students beginning their project must also assemble a supervisory committee consisting of their Major Professor and two faculty members from two other University of Idaho colleges.

General Areas of Study in Environmental Science

Atmospheric Issues Biodiversity and Evolution Climate Change Community and Human Dimensions Earth Sciences: Cryosphere Earth Sciences: Geomorphology Earth Sciences: Hydrology Earth Sciences: Seismology Economics Ecology: Animals & Insects Ecology: Humans Ecology: Plants Energy Environmental Chemistry and Materials Environmental Education and Communication Environmental Epidemiology and Entomology Environmental Policy, Law, and Regulations Food and Fiber Human Health Modeling, GIS, and Remote Sensing Waste Management, Reclamation, and Remediation Water Resources: Drinking Water Water Resources: Reservoirs, Aquifers, and Rivers Water Resources: Watershed Management

Careers with a Master’s in Environmental Science

More and more industries are seeking to incorporate or switch to green technologies and sustainable processes. At the same time, consumers are demanding stricter environmental policies and regulations. Reflecting these developments, public and private organizations have an increasing need for professionals with environmental science backgrounds to offer their input and shape efforts for natural resource management, pollution prevention, air and water quality, land use planning, environmental compliance, and waste management.

According to figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, environmental scientists and specialists are expected to experience 8% more demand between 2018 and 2028, while organizations will need 3% more conservation scientists and foresters . As well, openings for environmental engineers and environmental engineering technicians are predicted to increase 8% and 9% respectively.

Learn More About the Online Master of Science in Environmental Science Degree

If you’re passionate about the future of our Earth and looking to advance your career, earn U of I’s online Master of Science in Environmental Science at your own pace, with in-state tuition rates no matter where in the country you reside. To learn more about the program, contact the CNR Graduate Studies Office , or fill out a request for information form today . 

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The Disappearing Wetland Act: Climate Change, Development, and Protection , Jessica P. Doughty

Theses/Dissertations from 2013 2013

The Centrality of Ecological Design: Achieving Sustainability in an Era of Free-Market Capitalist Framework , Eddy Andrade

A Vicious CERCLA, Or The Twilight of the Superfund , Donald Borenstein

Saving the World’s Remaining Tigers: Panthera’s Work and the Role of Non-Profits in Wildlife Conservation , John Byrne

New York City’s Water Challenges: History, Politics, and Design , Jessica Crowley

Giving Back to the Community: Addressing the Environmental Literacy Gap Through Socially and Environmentally Responsible Business Practices , David Garcia

Wasting Plates: Addressing Food Waste in the United States , Sarah Geuss

Too Pig to Fail: Considering Regulatory Solutions to the Environmental Damages Caused by Industrial Hog Farms in North Carolina , Samir Hafez

Sandy and the City: The Need for Coastal Policy Reform , Jonathan Hilburg

Drilling for Arctic Oil: Is it Worth the Risk? , Emily Kain

The Pedestrianization of New York City: An Environmental History and Critique of Urban Motorization and A Look at New York City’s New Era of Planning , Anna Kobara

Hurricane Sandy: Using Environmental History, Economics, Politics and Urban Planning to Prepare For the Next One , Julia Maguire

Our Failing Food System: Productivity Versus Sustainability , Alyson Murphy

Exploring the Drivers of CSR and Creating a Sustainable Corporate Institution: Environmental Education, Politics, and Business Practices , Eric Osuna

Composting Food Waste: A Method That Can Improve Soil Quality and Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions , Gentiana Quni

Assessment of Impact of Socioeconomic Factors on Conservation Awareness in the Tarangire-Manyara Ecosystem , Karianne Rivera

The Sustainable Future of the Metropolis: Greening New York City Building By Building , Lizbeth Sanchez

Trash Talk: Solid Waste Disposal in New York City , Alexander Williams

Hurricane Sandy: A Chance to Identify Vulnerabilities, Learn from the Past, and Increase Future Resiliency , Julianne Yee

Theses/Dissertations from 2012 2012

Going Green at New York-Presbyterian: Hospitals As Sustainable Businesses , Samantha Allegro

A Stronger Role For the United States President in Environmental Policy , Elizabeth Anderson

Simulating Climate Risk Into Markets and Policies: A New Approach to Financial Analysis and Policy Formation , Miguel Bantigue

Environmental Education Reform: Using Experiential Learning to Influence Environmental Policy-Making By Fostering a Sense of Environmental Citizenship and Eco-Literacy , Nicol Belletiere

Internship Report: Earthjustice & the Fracking Battle in New York's Marcellus Shale , John Byrne

Coal: How We Achieved Our Dependency and Its True Cost , Kelly Caggiano

Recycling Furniture: The Ecological, Economic and Social Benefits , Michele Calabrese

Internship Report UNEP: The Effects of Climate Change in Arctic Zones , Diana Cartaya-Acosta

Environmental Racism in South Africa: A Sustainable Green Solution , Danielle Darmofal

The Bronx, Beavers and Birthrights: The Case For Urban Wildlife , Richard Day

The Economics of Biodiversity , Paige Doyle

Environmental Communications: Case Study of New York City's Double Crested Cormorant , Marisa Galdi

Not a Walk In the Park: Environmental Justice in New York City , Lindsey Grier

The Economic and Environmental Justice Implications of Hydraulic Fracturing in 21st Century North America , Katie Medved

The Bottling Craze: Exposing the Environmental Effects of Bottled Vs. Tap Water , Michele Paccagnini

How the United States Will Find a Sustainable Future Through Increased Nuclear Productivity , Ian Pruitt

Group For the East End: The Role of Childhood Environmental Education in Improving Learning Behaviors and the Health of Humans and the Environment , Brian Riley

The Role of Modern Zoos in Wildlife Conservation: From the WCS to the Wild , John Scott

Global Climate Change Vs. Global Warming: What Is the Difference "Global Climate Change" and "Global Warming"? , Nadia Seeteram

Lost in Translation: Environmental Communication Issues in Media and Politics , Carolyn Wegemann

Theses/Dissertations from 2011 2011

The Ins and Outs of Corporate Greenwashing , Jennifer Bender

A River Runs Through It: Community Access to the Bronx River in Tremont and Hunts Point , Matthew Bodnar

The Future is Green; Urban Agriculture in the Bronx , Patty Gouris

All in Our Backyard: Exploring how Environmental Discrimination Affects Health and Social Conditions in the South Bronx , Mireille Martineau

Theses/Dissertations from 2010 2010

The Bronx River Alliance: A Model Community Action Organization And an Internship in Development , John Hinck

Enrique Reef: Degradation and Protective Measures , Dana Mitchell

The Human Population Growth and its Ecological Consequences on Kenya and Tanzania , Lauren Noll

Environmental Consciousness: Human Motivation for Thinking Ecologically , Rob Pigue

Economics of Carbon Regulation: An Exploration to the Nuance of Carbon Regulation , Timothy J. Schwartz

New York Botanical Garden Internship: From Photography to Policy , Christine Willeford

Theses/Dissertations from 2009 2009

Environmental Health and Climate Change: The Case of Lyme Disease , Matthew Abad

Recycling Tendencies of Fordham University's Population , Jeremy Aiss, Vincent Ammirato, Anamarie Beluch, and Christopher Torres

The Business of Sustainability , Andrea Brady

Waste Mismanagement: Fighting Environmental Injustice in Mott Haven and Hunts Point , Elizabeth Friedrich

Environmental Internship & The Fordham Eco-Roof Proposal , Anthony Giovannone

The Putnam Railroad Corridor Restoration Project: A Comprehensive Plan for Paired Ecological Restoration and Greenway Construction , Patrick J. Hopkins Jr.

Land Use Policy and Development on Long Island , Richard Murdocco

From the Bronx into the Wild! My Adventurous Experience at the Bronx Zoo , Lauren Noll

For the Birds! , Robert Patterson

Managing Infestation of the Invasive Viburnum Leaf Beetle (Pyrrhalta viburni) at the New York Botanical Garden , Gregory Russo

Environmental History of Japan , Amy Seagroves

Theses/Dissertations from 2008 2008

A Healthy Environment is a Healthy Body , Matthew Abad

Stormwater Runoff, Combined Sewer Overflow, and Environmental Justice in the Bronx , Natalie Collao

Solving a Crisis: Water Quality & Storm Water Infrastructure in New York City , Kelsey Ripper

The New Social Movement: Environmental Justice in the Bronx , Kelsey Ripper

Environmental Justice and Street Science: A Fusion of Community Knowledge and Environmental Health Justice to Address the Asthma Epidemic in Urban Communities , Natalie Robiou

Urban Wildlife and Leopold’s Land Ethic: “The squirrels on a college campus convey the same lesson as the redwoods. . . .” , Natalie Robiou

Unpasteurized Milk and Soft Cheese Outbreaks: An Overview of Consumer Safety , Taygan Yilmaz

Theses/Dissertations from 2007 2007

The Environmental Justice Movement in the United States , Harrison Delfin

Natural River Restoration in Urban Ecology: The Bronx River , Samuel P. Loor

Theses/Dissertations from 2006 2006

The H5N1 Avian Influenza Virus: Globalization, Climate Change, and Other Anthropogenic Factors in New Emergent Diseases , Quan Luong

The Environmental Effects of War , Philip Swintek

Theses/Dissertations from 2005 2005

Identification of Genetically Modified Organisms in Foodstuffs , Anamarie Beluch

The Moral Dilemma of Genetically Modified Foods (GMOs) , Anamarie Beluch

Theses/Dissertations from 2003 2003

The History of Community Gardens in New York City: The Role of Urban Agriculture and Green Roofs in Addressing Environmental Racism , Rosamarie Ridge

Theses/Dissertations from 2002 2002

Bronx River Restoration: Report and Assessment , Teresa Crimmens

Environmental Audit of the Rose Hill Campus , Nicole Marshall, Maria Nissi, Brian Flaherty, Carl Van Ostrand, and Ian McClelland

Theses/Dissertations from 2001 2001

Bronx River Restoration: Report and Assessment , Nicole Marshall

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Published on June 7, 2022 by Tegan George . Revised on November 21, 2023.

A thesis or dissertation outline is one of the most critical early steps in your writing process . It helps you to lay out and organize your ideas and can provide you with a roadmap for deciding the specifics of your dissertation topic and showcasing its relevance to your field.

Generally, an outline contains information on the different sections included in your thesis or dissertation , such as:

• Your anticipated title
• Your abstract
• Your chapters (sometimes subdivided into further topics like literature review, research methods, avenues for future research, etc.)

In the final product, you can also provide a chapter outline for your readers. This is a short paragraph at the end of your introduction to inform readers about the organizational structure of your thesis or dissertation. This chapter outline is also known as a reading guide or summary outline.

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While there are some inter-institutional differences, many outlines proceed in a fairly similar fashion.

• Working Title
• “Elevator pitch” of your work (often written last).
• Introduce your area of study, sharing details about your research question, problem statement , and hypotheses . Situate your research within an existing paradigm or conceptual or theoretical framework .
• Subdivide as you see fit into main topics and sub-topics.
• Describe your research methods (e.g., your scope , population , and data collection ).
• Present your research findings and share about your data analysis methods.
• Answer the research question in a concise way.
• Interpret your findings, discuss potential limitations of your own research and speculate about future implications or related opportunities.

For a more detailed overview of chapters and other elements, be sure to check out our article on the structure of a dissertation or download our template .

To help you get started, we’ve created a full thesis or dissertation template in Word or Google Docs format. It’s easy adapt it to your own requirements.

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It can be easy to fall into a pattern of overusing the same words or sentence constructions, which can make your work monotonous and repetitive for your readers. Consider utilizing some of the alternative constructions presented below.

Example 1: Passive construction

The passive voice is a common choice for outlines and overviews because the context makes it clear who is carrying out the action (e.g., you are conducting the research ). However, overuse of the passive voice can make your text vague and imprecise.

Example 2: IS-AV construction

You can also present your information using the “IS-AV” (inanimate subject with an active verb ) construction.

A chapter is an inanimate object, so it is not capable of taking an action itself (e.g., presenting or discussing). However, the meaning of the sentence is still easily understandable, so the IS-AV construction can be a good way to add variety to your text.

Example 3: The “I” construction

Another option is to use the “I” construction, which is often recommended by style manuals (e.g., APA Style and Chicago style ). However, depending on your field of study, this construction is not always considered professional or academic. Ask your supervisor if you’re not sure.

Example 4: Mix-and-match

To truly make the most of these options, consider mixing and matching the passive voice , IS-AV construction , and “I” construction .This can help the flow of your argument and improve the readability of your text.

As you draft the chapter outline, you may also find yourself frequently repeating the same words, such as “discuss,” “present,” “prove,” or “show.” Consider branching out to add richness and nuance to your writing. Here are some examples of synonyms you can use.

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When you mention different chapters within your text, it’s considered best to use Roman numerals for most citation styles. However, the most important thing here is to remain consistent whenever using numbers in your dissertation .

The title page of your thesis or dissertation goes first, before all other content or lists that you may choose to include.

A thesis or dissertation outline is one of the most critical first steps in your writing process. It helps you to lay out and organize your ideas and can provide you with a roadmap for deciding what kind of research you’d like to undertake.

• Your chapters (sometimes subdivided into further topics like literature review , research methods , avenues for future research, etc.)

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Environmental Studies Theses in Environment and Human Culture :  Some advice and general considerations.

Theses written by students in Environment and Human Culture explore a broad range of topics and questions – from the impact of fictional films about climate change on viewers, to the role of elephants in local livelihoods and conflicts in India, to a study of images of Thoreau used by groups advocating for the creation of a national park in the north woods of Maine.  They have involved traditional research on a historical, literary or visual topic; the writing of creative work in a particular genre; and critically-informed sets of recommendations for educational programs.

This set of guidelines is intended to provide some broad advice for you as you begin the process of conceiving and writing your senior thesis.  Each student’s experience is, of course, different – and much depends on the exact nature of what you’re pursuing.  To a very great extent your topic and your own approach to research and writing will shape how you proceed.   But hopefully this handout will help set the stage for you to have a meaningful, productive and relatively stress-free thesis experience.

Coming up with a topic

This will in all likelihood be a process rather than a once-and-I’m-done-with-it revelation:  you may reflect on issues from courses you’ve taken, works and/or authors you’ve read and been intrigued by, questions that arose during your internship.  Generally students start too broad, and wind up narrowing and focusing as they move through the thesis process – discovering along the way that a topic that initially seemed “too small” can provide sharp focus for exploring very big questions.  Sometimes topics are informed by second majors or minors (e.g. ES majors minoring in Education or a Foreign Language).

Familiarizing yourself with what others have to say.  The “lit review.”  Note-taking and writing in response.

A key part of the process of focusing your topic involves building your understanding of how other people have addressed the question that interests you.  There’s no way around it – this means reading , often reading A LOT!  You begin by working with reference librarians to develop a reading list of materials that will be relevant to your topic – both library materials (books, reference materials) and on line resources.  This will help you create a bibliography, and as you annotate or describe each entry, you’re on your way to creating a review of the relevant scholarly literature (a.k.a. “lit review”).  Different disciplines handle these differently, and we’ll talk about what’s most relevant for your approach.  I can also provide some examples of how writers situate their own discussion within a broader context, how they give a critical review of pertinent discussions/literature as they prepare to make their own argument.   One thing to bear in mind is that there needs to be a connection between your review of literature and your own argument or question – in other words, you’ll focus on those sources that are most relevant to the questions you want to pursue and the argument you want to develop.

Whatever you read over the course of the semester, you should be reading actively and attentively, taking lots of notes.  Many students find that their own writing starts to flow out of their note-taking:  as you describe an author’s argument, you begin to respond to it, and your own argument begins to take shape in dialogue with someone else.  This is a preliminary but key part of the process of writing.

Even if you do something that is a “creative” thesis, you will need to read relevant scholarly and literary materials as a way of informing and guiding your own project.

Developing a structure and a time line/schedule.

A key part of the thesis process is creating a structure and schedule for your own work.  Early on I will ask you to create a calendar of deadlines – when particular chapters (drafts or revisions) will be due.  It’s up to you to create and keep to this schedule.  You should develop this with an eye to other course responsibilities for the semester.

The structure of your thesis will vary depending on what you’re writing about, and should flow organically from the topic and your argument.   The length and chapter organization are ultimately up to you, but in general a one-semester thesis should not exceed sixty pages .  Brevity and concision are real virtues – and having to shape your argument precisely will help you write a better thesis.  By early October you should have an outline that specifies what particular theme/topic or question you will address in each chapter (and then this dovetails with your calendar of due dates).

  Details, citations, footnotes & where to get help.

Different disciplines use different citation styles, all of which are referenced on the Ladd Library homepage (look at the “Guides” tab at Writing/Citing Guides).  I myself tend to use either MLA or Chicago (it depends on the publication venue).  The role of citations and footnotes is to make sure that your reader can follow the threads of your argument, and also to acknowledge the role of others’ thinking in the development of your argument.

  Completion, grading, expectations

My expectations for the thesis project is that it be critically and creatively conceived BY YOU – and that it reflect some aspect of what you have learned in studying ES, with a focus on your particular concentration.   The thesis is a chance for you to flower and become a truly independent learner.  It’s your work, not mine – a project in which you become the explorer/expert.

I expect you to work consistently and diligently; to meet the deadlines that we agree upon; to come prepared to all thesis meetings; and to teach me something about the topic that you take on.

The Environmental Studies Program expects you to prepare a poster based on your thesis work for the senior poster session, held in the last week of each semester at a late-afternoon time (generally speaking 4 – 5:30).

Final Thesis Procedures are explained on the ES website – including the logistics of printing, submission and uploading onto Scarab.

Finally, I will assign a grade for your thesis based both on effort and final product.  In other words, I will bear in mind both the consistency and intensity of your effort during the semester, and the final thesis’ quality of writing, strength of argumentation, and range and use of sources.  Your senior thesis should be an example of your best work – something that you will be proud of for years to come, something that I can refer to in writing letters of recommendation as an example.

Some recent theses you might want to look at as you’re considering your own process (I have hard copies of these, some you may find in the ES lounge, and more recent ones are available at scarab.bates.edu):

• Catherine DiPietro, “Art in the Anthropocene: Confronting Global Environmental Change through Aesthetic Platforms” (winter semester 2016)
• Sonja Favaloro, “The Power to Envision Change: Art as Environmental Activism” (Winter, 2014)
• Matthew Mosca, “Transplanting Culture Back into Agriculture” (Winter, 2014)
• Kathryn Mulholland, “Ecopoetry: The Evolution and Practice” (Winter, 2014)
• Grace Kenney, “On the Shores of Merrymeeting Bay [Personal essays]” (Fall, 2015)
• Alison Haymes, “ ‘Saving’ the Elephants: Human-Elephant Conflict in Northeast India through a Religious, Western and Local Lens on Conservation Initiatives” (Winter, 2016)
• Alison Bennett, “A Critical Pedagogy of Place: Reconnecting Youth to Community and Nature through Public Schools” (Fall, 2012)
• Zoe Fahy, “ ‘Unnatural’ Beasts: A Horizontal History of Cephalopods” (Fall, 2012)
• Leigh Michael, “Factories, Homesteads and Temples in the Forest: Examining the Human Relationship to the Wilderness in the Pacific Northwest” (Winter, 2012)
• Catherine Sparks, “Filmic Representations of Climate Change: Shaping the Political Consciousness through Environmental Disaster Narratives via The Day After Tomorrow ” (Winter, 2013)
• Bradley Gee, “Toward an Industrial Heritage Tourism Corridor in The Androscoggin River Valley” (Winter, 2012)
• Lily Joslin, “Toward an Ecological Urbanism: Conceptualizing Vacancy and Abandonment in Downtown Lewiston, Maine” (winter, 2011)
• Patricia Noto, “Student Farms in America: Case Studies and a Proposal for a Garden at Bates College” (winter, 2012)

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The thesis statement or main claim must be debatable

An argumentative or persuasive piece of writing must begin with a debatable thesis or claim. In other words, the thesis must be something that people could reasonably have differing opinions on. If your thesis is something that is generally agreed upon or accepted as fact then there is no reason to try to persuade people.

Example of a non-debatable thesis statement:

This thesis statement is not debatable. First, the word pollution implies that something is bad or negative in some way. Furthermore, all studies agree that pollution is a problem; they simply disagree on the impact it will have or the scope of the problem. No one could reasonably argue that pollution is unambiguously good.

Example of a debatable thesis statement:

This is an example of a debatable thesis because reasonable people could disagree with it. Some people might think that this is how we should spend the nation's money. Others might feel that we should be spending more money on education. Still others could argue that corporations, not the government, should be paying to limit pollution.

Another example of a debatable thesis statement:

In this example there is also room for disagreement between rational individuals. Some citizens might think focusing on recycling programs rather than private automobiles is the most effective strategy.

The thesis needs to be narrow

Although the scope of your paper might seem overwhelming at the start, generally the narrower the thesis the more effective your argument will be. Your thesis or claim must be supported by evidence. The broader your claim is, the more evidence you will need to convince readers that your position is right.

Example of a thesis that is too broad:

There are several reasons this statement is too broad to argue. First, what is included in the category "drugs"? Is the author talking about illegal drug use, recreational drug use (which might include alcohol and cigarettes), or all uses of medication in general? Second, in what ways are drugs detrimental? Is drug use causing deaths (and is the author equating deaths from overdoses and deaths from drug related violence)? Is drug use changing the moral climate or causing the economy to decline? Finally, what does the author mean by "society"? Is the author referring only to America or to the global population? Does the author make any distinction between the effects on children and adults? There are just too many questions that the claim leaves open. The author could not cover all of the topics listed above, yet the generality of the claim leaves all of these possibilities open to debate.

Example of a narrow or focused thesis:

In this example the topic of drugs has been narrowed down to illegal drugs and the detriment has been narrowed down to gang violence. This is a much more manageable topic.

We could narrow each debatable thesis from the previous examples in the following way:

Narrowed debatable thesis 1:

This thesis narrows the scope of the argument by specifying not just the amount of money used but also how the money could actually help to control pollution.

Narrowed debatable thesis 2:

This thesis narrows the scope of the argument by specifying not just what the focus of a national anti-pollution campaign should be but also why this is the appropriate focus.

Qualifiers such as " typically ," " generally ," " usually ," or " on average " also help to limit the scope of your claim by allowing for the almost inevitable exception to the rule.

Types of claims

Claims typically fall into one of four categories. Thinking about how you want to approach your topic, or, in other words, what type of claim you want to make, is one way to focus your thesis on one particular aspect of your broader topic.

Claims of fact or definition: These claims argue about what the definition of something is or whether something is a settled fact. Example:

Claims of cause and effect: These claims argue that one person, thing, or event caused another thing or event to occur. Example:

Claims about value: These are claims made of what something is worth, whether we value it or not, how we would rate or categorize something. Example:

Claims about solutions or policies: These are claims that argue for or against a certain solution or policy approach to a problem. Example:

Which type of claim is right for your argument? Which type of thesis or claim you use for your argument will depend on your position and knowledge of the topic, your audience, and the context of your paper. You might want to think about where you imagine your audience to be on this topic and pinpoint where you think the biggest difference in viewpoints might be. Even if you start with one type of claim you probably will be using several within the paper. Regardless of the type of claim you choose to utilize it is key to identify the controversy or debate you are addressing and to define your position early on in the paper.

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The MA in Earth & Environment is a two-year, research-driven degree, culminating in a thesis that derives from your interests. The degree offers deep knowledge of the Earth’s physical systems, social systems, and the interactions between the two. The MA in Earth & Environment permits customization of coursework to allow students to obtain depth and breadth of knowledge in Earth and environmental topics.

Prospective applicants to the program should have a target research area that they plan to study and must contact faculty with whom they share research interests. Applicants will need to have a willing faculty advisor before they are admitted to the program. 

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Degree learning outcomes, when you receive the ma in earth & environment, you will be able to:.

• Demonstrate intermediate knowledge of the fundamental concepts and topics in a specific sub-field of Earth & Environment.
• Demonstrate understanding of key research questions, the research design process, and the quantitative and/or qualitative methods used in a specific sub-field of Earth & Environment.
• Communicate research questions and results to the scientific community and communicate about problems in Earth & Environment to a broader audience.
• Integrate, synthesize, and apply scientific knowledge to societal problems, such as the sustainable use of energy and water resources, the identification and mitigation of risks posed by climate change and natural hazards, and the consequences of human activities on the environment.

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Students must complete 32 credits at the graduate level (8 courses at the 500-level or above). Students select their courses in consultation with their primary advisor and based on their previous experience, general scientific interests, needs for training, and goals for their original research.

A few courses popular among recent MA students include:

• EE 516 Multivariate Analysis for Geographers
• EE 519 Energy, Society, and the Environment
• EE 528 U.S. Environmental Policy

Students may apply a maximum of 12 units of 900-level research courses toward this requirement.

Professional Development

The professional development requirement ensures that students are well prepared for academic study at BU and for pursuing their ultimate careers. The requirement may be satisfied through coursework; cocurricular activities sponsored by the University; professional or community organizations; or through activities approved by the student’s advisory committee/major professor.

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Students pursuing a Master of Arts with Thesis must complete a written thesis, approved by at least three members of the department (usually the student’s advisor and mutually agreed upon second and third readers) and defend their research results in an oral presentation.

For information on the thesis writing timeline and other resources, check out our Thesis Planning Resource

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Boston University may accept up to 8 transfer credits provided these credits were not applied to a prior master’s degree

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The thesis is the capstone of the MA in Earth & Environment. It is an extensive scholarly paper that allows students to explore your research interest in depth; it is based on a significant amount of original research conducted with the oversight of the primary advisor. Writing a thesis provides the invaluable opportunity to delve deep with passion and curiosity. The thesis is also a benefit to graduates’ professional careers: employers often prefer students with a thesis paper in their portfolio because it showcases their gained writing skills, authoritative awareness of the field, and ambition to learn. Defending the thesis will also fine-tune critical communication and public speaking skills, which can be applied in any career.

Some applicants enter the program with an idea for their thesis already in mind; some students develop their interest throughout their first semesters. While students will enter the program with a primary adviser, during the course of their studies each student will build a thesis committee comprised of the adviser and two additional thesis readers from the department faculty.

Between the end of the first and second semesters of study, students will submit a formal prospectus describing the intended thesis topic, relevant background information, and proposed methods of analysis to their thesis committee. This “prospectus defense” allows students to receive feedback and advice from the entire committee as they begin their deeper research and select courses to build necessary knowledge and skill sets.

Upon completion of the written thesis in the final semester of study, the thesis committee will conduct a formal thesis defense during which the student will present their research publicly and answer questions from the audience and then the committee (in private) to demonstrate mastery of the research area.

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Environmental groups line up behind Harris

By Timothy Cama | 07/23/2024 06:30 AM EDT

Several major green organizations endorsed the vice president Monday evening.

Vice President Kamala Harris speaking at her campaign headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware, on Monday. Pool photo by Erin Schaff

A coalition of major environmental groups endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign for president Monday.

In statements just over a day after President Joe Biden dropped out of his reelection race and Harris launched her campaign, the League of Conservation Voters Action Fund, NRDC Action Fund, the Sierra Club and Clean Energy for America Action cheered her work with Biden and her previous political record.

“Whether holding polluters accountable as San Francisco District Attorney and California Attorney General, leading the charge on electric school buses in the U.S. Senate, or casting the deciding vote on the biggest investment ever in climate, clean energy and environmental justice and leading on climate on the world stage as Vice President, Kamala Harris has long been a climate champion,” Tiernan Sittenfeld, LCV Action Fund’s senior vice president of government affairs, said in a statement.

“LCV Action Fund is proud to support her historic candidacy and to continue working together to protect our climate, defend our democracy, and much more over the next four years,” she said.

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Project 2025 would overhaul the U.S. tax system. Here's how it could impact you.

By Aimee Picchi

Edited By Anne Marie Lee

Updated on: July 12, 2024 / 1:42 PM EDT / CBS News

Project 2025, a 900-page blueprint for the next Republican president, is gaining attention for its proposals to overhaul the federal government. Among those changes: a major restructuring of the U.S. tax code. 

President Biden and Democrats have been citing Project 2025 in recent weeks as they seek to highlight what could be in store if former President Donald Trump wins at the polls in November and retakes the White House in January.  Many of the blueprint's proposals touch on economic matters that could impact millions of Americans, as well as social issues such as abortion and diversity, equity and inclusion, or DEI, topics. 

Project 2025 , overseen by the conservative Heritage Foundation, is spearheaded by two ex-Trump administration officials: project director Paul Dans, who was chief of staff at the Office of Personnel Management, and Spencer Chretien, former special assistant to Trump who is now the project's associate director.

Trump: "I know nothing about Project 2025"

For his part, Trump has distanced himself from the blueprint, writing on Truth Social early Thursday that he isn't familiar with the plan. His campaign has proposed its own goals through " Agenda 47 ," which tends to focus on social and political issues such as homelessness and immigration rather than taxes.

"I know nothing about Project 2025. I have not seen it, have no idea who is in charge of it, and, unlike our very well received Republican Platform, had nothing to do with it," Trump wrote  Thursday.

His pushback comes after Heritage Foundation President Kevin Roberts opined in a podcast interview that the U.S. is "in the process of the second American Revolution, which will remain bloodless if the left allows it to be." 

According to Project 2025's website, its goal is to have "a governing agenda and the right people in place, ready to carry this agenda out on day one of the next conservative administration."

A shift to two brackets

The tax proposals of Project 2025, if enacted, would likely affect every adult in the U.S. by tossing out the nation's long-standing system of multiple tax brackets, which is designed to help lower-income Americans pay a smaller share of their income in federal taxes compared with middle- or high-income workers. 

Currently, there are seven tax brackets — 10%, 12%, 22%, 24%, 32%, 35% and 37% — with each based on income thresholds. For instance, a married couple pays 10% in federal income tax on their first $23,200 of income, and then 12% on earnings from $23,201 to $94,300, and so on. Married couples need to earn over $487,450 this year to hit the top tax rate of 37%.

Project 2025 argues that the current tax system is too complicated and expensive for taxpayers to navigate. To remedy those problems, it proposes just two tax rates: a 15% flat tax for people earning up to about $168,000, and a 30% income tax for people earning above that, according to the document . It also proposes eliminating "most deductions, credits and exclusions," although the blueprint doesn't specify which ones would go and which would stay.

"The federal income tax system is progressive, and people who make more money pay a higher marginal tax rate than people who make less money," Brendan Duke, senior director for economic policy at the left-leaning Center for American Progress, told CBS MoneyWatch. "Conservatives look at that, and they feel that that's unfair to the wealthy to ask them to pay a greater share of their income in taxes than lower income families."

The Project 2025 proposal "is a dramatic reform of how we fund our government, where we ask the wealthy to pitch in more than lower income families," he said. "This shifts taxes from the wealthy to the middle class, full stop."

Project 2025 didn't immediately respond to a request for comment. 

In a statement, the Heritage Foundation said it will ultimately be up to the next conservative president do decide which recommendations to implement, adding "As we've been saying for more than two years now, Project 2025 does not speak for any candidate or campaign." 

Project 2025's tax rates 

Millions of low- and middle-class households would likely face significantly higher taxes under the Project 2025's proposals.

He estimated that a middle-class family with two children and an annual income of $100,000 would pay $2,600 in additional federal income tax if they faced a 15% flat tax on their income due to the loss of the 10% and 12% tax brackets. If the Child Tax Credit were also eliminated, they would pay an additional $6,600 compared with today's tax system, Duke said. 

By comparison, a married couple with two children and earnings of $5 million a year would enjoy a $325,000 tax cut, he estimated. 

"That 15% bracket is a very big deal in terms of raising taxes on middle-class families," Duke said. 

Millions of U.S. households earning less than $168,000 would likely face higher taxes with a 15% rate. Currently, the bottom half of American taxpayers, who earn less than $46,000 a year, pay an effective tax rate of 3.3%  — which reflects their income taxes after deductions, tax credits and other benefits. 

Among other tax and economic changes proposed by Project 2025: 

• Cutting the corporate tax rate to 18% from its current 21%, which was enacted in 2017's Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Prior to the TCJA, the corporate tax rate stood at 35%.
• Reducing the capital gains tax to 15%. Currently, high-income earners pay a tax of 20% on their capital gains.
• Eliminating credits for green energy projects created by the Inflation Reduction Act.
• Considering the introduction of a U.S. consumption tax, such as a national sales tax. 
• Eliminating the Federal Reserve's mandate to maintain full employment in the labor market.

To be sure, overhauling the tax system would require lawmakers to approve changes to the tax code, which could be difficult if either the House or Senate is controlled by the opposing party. For instance, Trump was able to get his Tax Cuts and Jobs Act passed by a Republican-led Congress, even though no Democrats voted in support of the measure. 

What does Trump say about taxes?

Trump hasn't yet proposed any concrete tax plans, but analysts expect that he would seek to extend the tax cuts enacted through the TCJA if he is reelected. Currently, many of the provisions of the TCJA, including lower tax brackets, are set to expire at the end of 2025. 

One likely scenario if Trump is reelected is that Republican lawmakers would extend the TJCA's tax cuts, while seeking to fund the reduction in tax revenue by repealing some of the clean energy and climate-related provisions in the Biden administration's Inflation Reduction Act, according to an April report from Oxford Economics. Lawmakers could also seek to cut spending on social benefits to offset the tax cuts, the research firm added.

Trump has suggested a proposal to create a 10% tariff for all imports and a 60% tariff for Chinese imports that could raise enough money to eliminate the federal income tax. 

Tax experts also say the math doesn't work out because money raised from new tariffs would fall far short of replacing the more than $2 trillion in individual income taxes collected by the IRS each year. Consumers are also likely to pay more in higher costs for imported consumer goods and services with tariffs tacked onto them, experts note.

"A tariff is a consumption tax, and there is a throughline between [Project 2025's] tax reform and what Trump has talked about, getting rid of taxes in favor of a consumption tax," Duke noted. 

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Aimee Picchi is the associate managing editor for CBS MoneyWatch, where she covers business and personal finance. She previously worked at Bloomberg News and has written for national news outlets including USA Today and Consumer Reports.

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What You Need to Know About the Future of Real Estate Lending in a High Interest Rate Environment Let's try to dissect the future of lending in real estate amidst these higher interest rates. Based on my years of experience, I'll debunk common misconceptions, provide valuable insights for stakeholders and navigate through the complexities of the current lending environment.

By Roy Dekel Edited by Chelsea Brown Jul 22, 2024

Key Takeaways

• High interest rates increase borrowing costs, reducing affordability for buyers and cooling real estate market activity. This leads to a slowdown in real estate transactions and a decreased demand for loans.
• In a high interest rate environment, lending standards are tightened, making it harder for potential buyers to qualify for loans. Borrowers might opt for adjustable-rate mortgages or shorter loan terms to manage costs, though these options come with their own set of advantages and disadvantages.
• Despite the challenges, high interest rates can create opportunities for savvy investors and buyers.

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own.

In our economy, interest rates have always played a pivotal role in shaping trends, influencing buyer behavior and ultimately determining a market's vitality. Recently, another significant uptick in interest rates has sparked widespread concern and curiosity among real estate investors, homeowners and industry professionals.

Interest rates represent the cost of borrowing money, influenced by a myriad of factors including economic health, inflation and monetary policy decisions by central banks. High interest rates are typically a response to an overheating economy or rising inflation , used as a tool to temper economic activity and stabilize prices. For the real estate market, this translates directly into higher borrowing costs, affecting affordability for prospective buyers and influencing lenders' behaviors.

Historically, high interest rates have led to decreased real estate market activity. Examples from the late 1970s to the early 1980s in the United States, when the Federal Reserve increased rates to combat inflation, highlight how drastically the market can contract under such conditions. Mortgage rates reached double digits, substantially reducing buyer affordability and leading to a significant slowdown in real estate transactions.

Related: How Does Inflation Affect Real Estate? Here's What You Need to Know.

Decreased demand for loans

As borrowing costs rise, the demand for mortgages and real estate loans tends to decline. High interest rates increase monthly payments for borrowers, pushing the dream of homeownership out of reach for many. This phenomenon isn't just speculative; it's evidenced by historical data showing the inverse relationship between interest rates and mortgage application volumes.

Affordability issues arising from high rates can deter not only first-time homebuyers but also discourage investment in real estate. The ensuing decrease in loan demand can lead to a cooling of the housing market, affecting prices, sales volumes, and ultimately, the broader economy.

Tighter lending standards

In a high interest rate environment, lenders are acutely aware of the increased risk of default. Higher costs can strain borrowers' finances, leading to a higher likelihood of failed repayments. Consequently, banks and other financial institutions tighten lending standards, requiring higher credit scores, lower debt-to-income ratios and larger down payments.

These stringent criteria mean that many prospective buyers find themselves ineligible for financing, narrowing the pool of buyers and further cooling the market. The impact is multifaceted, affecting not only individual buyers and sellers but also the construction industry and broader financial markets engaged in real estate financing .

Shift in borrower preferences

Faced with the reality of higher interest rates, borrowers often adjust their expectations and preferences. Some opt for adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs), attracted by lower initial rates that can significantly reduce initial monthly payments. However, these products carry the risk of future rate increases, potentially leading to unaffordable payments down the line.

Others may choose shorter loan terms to reduce the total interest paid over the life of the loan, despite facing higher monthly payments. This shift towards more conservative financing mechanisms reflects a broader reconsideration of risk and affordability among borrowers.

Real-life examples abound of how borrowers navigate high interest rates; from choosing different types of loans to delaying purchases in anticipation of better rates. Every option carries its own set of advantages and disadvantages, influencing borrowers' decisions in complex ways.

Related: 5 Strategies for Real Estate Investors to Survive (and Thrive) Amid Rising Interest Rates

Impact on real estate prices

It is generally expected that high interest rates would directly correlate with a downward pressure on real estate prices . This is due to the relative decrease in demand as potential buyers are priced out of the market with higher mortgage costs. Homes may sit on the market for longer, compelling sellers to consider price reductions to attract a shrinking pool of qualified buyers.

However, real estate markets are influenced by a range of factors beyond interest rates, such as local economic conditions, supply constraints and migration patterns. Consequently, the impact on prices can be uneven, with some regions experiencing more pronounced effects than others. For instance, areas with strong job markets and limited housing supply might still see robust price growth, despite higher borrowing costs.

The silver lining — less competition and future opportunities

Amidst talk of rising interest rates, it's easy to think that everyone in real estate might be facing tough times ahead. But that's not always the case. In fact, when rates go up, it can actually be a good thing in the long run. Sure, it might cool down the buying frenzy and make loans more expensive, but it also helps to keep the economy steady by slowing down inflation. This can lead to a market that's more stable and predictable, which is really important for making smart investment decisions.

In times when higher interest rates are the norm, many potential investors and buyers might decide to hold off, leading to fewer people looking to buy. This can be great news for those who stay in the game , as they might find themselves with more options to choose from and better chances to negotiate a good deal.

Predicting a shift

There's a growing sentiment among market analysts that current high interest rates may not be sustainable in the long term. The writing on the wall suggests that we could see a decline in interest rates within the next 12 months. This projection is based on historical economic cycles and signals from financial institutions and regulators aiming to balance economic growth without triggering a recession.

For strategic investors and homebuyers, this prediction provides a compelling argument to engage in the market now. Acquiring real estate in a high interest rate environment might seem counterintuitive, but if rates do decrease as anticipated, the value of these investments could see substantial appreciation.

Furthermore, securing properties now, ahead of the anticipated rate decrease, would place investors in an excellent position to benefit from increased demand and potentially higher prices when the market becomes more accessible to a broader pool of buyers.

Related: How to Invest In Real Estate Amid High Interest Rates and Inflation

Strategic action in anticipation of lower rates

Future-proof investments : Those considering entering or expanding their footprint in the real estate market should focus on properties that offer enduring value. Locations with strong fundamentals, such as solid job markets, access to amenities and growth potential, are likely to appreciate in value over time, regardless of short-term interest fluctuations.

Refinancing strategies : For current property owners, this projected shift presents an opportune time to prepare for future refinancing options. By maintaining or improving their credit profiles and keeping abreast of market changes, property owners can position themselves to capitalize on lower rates when they materialize, significantly reducing their mortgage payments or freeing up equity for further investments.

The future of real devoutness in a high interest rate environment holds multiple challenges but also presents opportunities for those ready to adapt their strategies and expectations. From individual homeowners and prospective buyers to developers and real estate agents, proactive steps and informed decision-making are crucial.

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AMD: Valuation Concerns Persist Despite Recent Dip

• Despite last week's massive 18% dip, AMD's stock remains overvalued. The premium doesn't seem justified as the company continues to struggle against Nvidia.
• The stock's likely overvaluation is evident from insiders selling throughout the last 12 months, including aggressive sales by the CEO in the past 6 months.
• AMD's performance across key P&L metrics in the next three quarters is expected to lag behind Nvidia, allowing Nvidia to amass more resources for increased R&D spending.
• My valuation analysis suggests that the stock is 14% overvalued, even with aggressive growth assumptions.

Investment thesis

My previous bearish thesis about AMD ( NASDAQ: AMD ) aged decently as the stock substantially lagged behind the broader U.S. market since April with a negative share price change.

Today, I want to explain why I remain quite bearish about AMD, especially in light of the upcoming Q2 earnings release. Valuation still looks like a problem as AMD's valuation ratios are sky-high and my optimistic DCF model suggests that the stock is 14% undervalued. The fact that AMD is likely overvalued is also backed by insiders, who were only selling the stock over the last 12 months with no buys. AMD's financial performance is poised to continue substantially lagging behind Nvidia ( NVDA ) in the next few quarters, which will mean that the company's major rival will likely be able to ramp its innovation spending much faster. All in all, I reiterate my "Sell" rating for AMD.

Recent developments

The company released its latest quarterly earnings on April 30, surpassing consensus and adjusted EPS estimates. Revenue's growth pace in Q1 was behind the U.S. inflation with a very modest 2.24% YoY increase. The adjusted EPS expanded from $0.60 to $0.62 YoY.

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While the adjusted EPS expansion is generally good, the Q1 2024 bottom line was far lower compared to Q1 2022 level, which was at $1.13 . Nevertheless, AMD's free cash flow [FCF] is positive. The levered FCF generated during Q1 2024 was $884 million, which contributed to the company's robust balance sheet.

The upcoming Q2 earnings release is scheduled for July 30. Wall Street analysts forecast Q2 revenue to be $5.72 billion, which will be around 6.7% YoY growth. The adjusted EPS is projected to expand from $0.58 to $0.68. Wall Street's sentiment around the upcoming earnings release appears to be mostly negative with notably more EPS downgrades than upgrades over the last 90 days.

AMD's modest revenue growth despite massive AI tailwinds is a warning sign, in my opinion. According to quarterly consensus estimates , AMD's revenue is expected to notably accelerate by Q4 2024. However, figures do not tell much without context. Using Nvidia's expected revenue growth for the next three quarters looks like a sound benchmark. AMD and NVDA have different fiscal year ends, so to make it simple I will name the upcoming three quarters just like Q2, Q3, and Q4.

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As shown above, AMD's projected revenue growth is nowhere near NVDA's. Moreover, let us not forget that Nvidia's revenue is already extremely high compared to historical levels as its TTM $80 billion revenue is around three times higher compared to the 2022 revenue [out of 12 months of FY 2023, 11 were in calendar year 2022]. At the same time, AMD's TTM revenue is still lower compared to FY 2022 revenue. That said, it is apparent that the gap between NVDA and AMD in the AI market positioning will continue to expand further. Moreover, Wall Street analysts are much more optimistic around NVDA's upcoming quarter's earnings release with 38 EPS upgrades over the last 90 days and almost no downgrades [see below].

I am highly confident that the gap between NVDA and AMD will continue to widen because the GPU leader is already dream away in terms of the R&D spending. With NVDA's key P&L metrics expected to significantly outpace AMD, the same will likely happen to R&D.

Valuation update

The stock rallied by 30% over the last 12 months, notably outperforming the broader U.S. market. From the YTD perspective, AMD is well behind the S&P 500 with a modest 3% share price increase. AMD has a low "D-" Seeking Alpha Quant valuation grade because most of its multiples are high compared to both sector median and historical averages.

Another factor that underscores AMD's overvaluation is the comparison of its valuation ratios to Nvidia's. As we see, most of the ratios are comparable and some of AMD's multiples are even higher compared to NVDA. This looks unfair to me because AMD's growth across key P&L metrics is not even close to NVDA.

Looking only at valuation ratios is unlikely to be sufficient. Therefore, I must simulate the DCF model. To figure out the discount rate for AMD, I ignore the cost of debt for AMD because its total debt is quite insignificant compared to the company's market cap. Therefore, the discount rate will be equal to AMD's cost of equity, which is figured out in the below table using the CAPM approach. All variables are easily available on the Internet.

Author's calculations

Revenue consensus estimates are available for only five upcoming years, so I have to build my own revenue growth forecast for the years beyond FY 2028. It is impossible to figure out from the company's 10-K report the share of GPU's and CPU's it sells. The company disaggregates revenue by end markets, but not by product types. Given AMD's quite diversified revenue mix, I think that a fifty-fifty mix would be fair for my estimations. It is crucial to understand shares of CPUs and GPUs in the company's revenue mix because these products have very different growth prospects for the next decade. For example, GPUs are projected to compound with a 26.4% CAGR over the long term. On the other hand, CPUs are expected to demonstrate much more modest growth with a 10.5% CAGR.

Assuming that GPUs and CPUs are evenly split in the company's revenue mix, an 18.5% CAGR projection for AMD's revenue over the long run looks reasonable. I apply this revenue growth rate for the years beyond FY 2028.

Considering the mix of consensus projection for 2024-2028 and my assumptions regarding years beyond 2028, the next decade's revenue CAGR is 18%. I use a TTM 4.1% FCF ex-SBC margin for the base year and forecast a 1.8 percentage point yearly expansion, which correlates with the projected revenue growth.

According to my DCF valuation, the business's fair value is $210 billion. This is around 14% lower than the current market cap. That said, the stock looks quite overvalued in my opinion, especially considering optimistic revenue and profitability growth assumptions.

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The factor that I consider to be robust evidence that the stock is overvalued is the fact that insiders were only selling over the last 12 months. Lisa Su, the CEO, is likely to consider the stock overvalued as she has been selling aggressively in recent months with stock worth around $90 million sold over the last six months.

Risks to my bearish thesis

AMD has a robust historical stock performance in July and August, which we can see from the seasonality analysis below. This means that the stock might rally in the last few days of July and in August. However, it is also crucial to mention that September is the stock's by far historically weakest month over the last decade.

The market's reaction on earnings release is difficult to predict. AMD might deliver above the consensus performance, but the market might consider even a slight downgrade in Q3 guidance as a disaster, and this might potentially lead to a sell-off. However, it also works the other way round as well. AMD might deliver relatively weak Q2 performance, but Lisa Su might announce a new jaw-dropping chip release which will be a potential threat to NVDA's offerings. That said, there is a risk that earnings release can potentially be a positive catalyst for the stock price, even if financial performance will be nothing special.

AMD is one of the best-performing stocks of the past decade with a 3,900% total return. A lot of people who invested in AMD ten years ago became much wealthier thanks to this investment. Therefore, it is highly likely that the stock has an impressive base of fans who are ready to tolerate volatility and will be willing to buy any dip. This might support the stock price even further, despite the current overvaluation. Should this happen, my thesis is unlikely to age well.

It appears that all notable semiconductor names are likely to be moving in line with NVDA. For example, in "Valuation" we saw that AMD's revenue and profitability growth is not even close to NVIDIA's. However, AMD's stock price increased by more than two times since January 2023, and I believe that the notable portion of AMD's rally related to the big rally in NVDA. That said, a new rally in NVDA might boost AMD's share price higher, even if the company's fundamentals will not improve accordingly.

Bottom line

To conclude, AMD still looks like a "Sell". The stock is still notably overvalued, which is a red flag, especially considering the weak Wall Street's sentiment around the upcoming earnings release. The red flag which supports my opinion about the stock overvaluation is the fact that insiders were only selling the stock over the last 12 months. The gap between NVDA and AMD in the AI race is expected to widen further, which will highly likely undermine the company's long-term growth potential.

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Mayor to seek more responses to belpre lead service line survey.

BELPRE — Belpre Mayor Susan Abdella plans to personally hit the streets to drum up more responses to the city’s lead service line survey.

The city of Belpre has been mandated by the federal Environmental Protection Agency to survey the number of lead service lines in use in the city’s water system with a deadline of Oct. 16.

Online efforts through the city’s website to get the surveys completed has not been going well, Abdella said.

At Monday’s meeting of Belpre City Council, Abdella said she has blocked her schedule for a couple weeks coming up to go out and assist door to door with the survey project.

“We should focus on Lee Street to Florence. This is the oldest part of town and the most critical to complete,” Abdella said, adding three or four lead service lines have been identified in that area of Belpre.

In other business, Abdella requested and received approval from council on a couple of motions. The first was a motion to accept a $10,000 grant form H2Ohio. The second was to re-appoint Laurie Gwinn as a member of the Marietta/Belpre Health Board, extending her term to May 31, 2027.

Abdella said Structure Point will begin work on the park plan. In the next few weeks, the firm will be in town to kick off the plan and conduct interviews with business and community leadership.

Wayne Towner can be reached at [email protected]

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