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This article takes a look at the invasive aquatic plant species, milfoil, and how it impacts recreational anglers in different parts of the country. The post points out that even though this species can be harmful to ecosystems because of how it spreads, fishermen will also welcome its presence, as
2026-27 Capstone
This article takes a look at how some companies are making the most of the invasive species situation in Florida. By harvesting “leather” from the invasive lionfish, companies are making sandals from a natural byproduct to support conservation efforts to eliminate lionfish. “A clothing and gear company called Grundéns is
2026-27 Capstone
This article takes a look at how much money invasive species cost the U.S. each year, and what is being done about it. A new commerce tool has emerged as a result of massive economic impact as a way to inform buyers and sellers on what is considered dangerous
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Lee Nicholls has combined his passion to help others and his tattooing business to provide individuals with a tattoo cover up of their self-harm and mastectomy scars. Not only this, but Nicholls also refers people to mental health services that customers may not know about. Many people with these
2026-27 Capstone
In this set of primary research, I engaged in experiential research and naturalistic observation at the Holzer Health Hospital in Gallipolis on Saturday, September 8. Holzer was selected due to its function as Gallipolis’ primary hospital with emergency, urgent care, surgical, pharmacy, and other healthcare service offerings. For the experiential
2026-27 Capstone
In this article, researchers gather public opinions in a different format than a traditional survey. By compiling posts and data from Facebook, they put together a very unfiltered picture of public opinion about treatment practices for invasive species. In this case specifically, Asian carp being eliminated via herpes virus. “Stakeholders
2026-27 Capstone
This article looks at the current methods being used to combat invasive hydrilla, along with the public perception of these methods via a survey. To better understand the stakeholders in this situation, participants are thoroughly informed about hydrilla control before being asked about their opinions and level of concern about
2026-27 Capstone
This survey was aimed at gaining insights of healthcare service and technology usage, experiences, and perceptions from Gallipolis community members. As a result, recruitment for the survey was done in public community spaces, where there was a potentially higher likelihood of encountering members of the broader community. Recruitment for this
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This study surrounding the viability of composting hydrilla contains an important look at how we can possibly turn a very plentiful and invasive species into a profitable resource. While particular conditions and additives are necessary for achieving a usable product, proper harvesting and supply of needed resources allow this dangerous
2026-27 Capstone
For this portion of primary research, I engaged in informal semi structured conversations with members of the Gallipolis community in their downtown. The downtown area was selected due to its function as a public environment that is surrounded by a public park, local businesses, restaurants, and residential areas. This allowed
Arts & Lifestyle
An article straight from the Nation Park Service (NPS), this reading takes a look at a highly impactful organizational tool developed by watershed steward, Art Grover. Through systematic documentation of invasive plants and their severity, parks are able to hold the issues against their own staffing and budget in order
Opinion
Context The current healthcare system is full of breakthroughs and new forms of treatments. Along with the continual advancement in technology, services, and facilities, we should be getting closer to living forever. Some have even frozen themselves in hopes that future technology will revive them. However, is all of this