Meeting Abstract P3.170 Monday, Jan. 6 15:30 A new transducer for multiple-axis force and torque measurements during arboreal locomotion READER, LL*; BARNES, C; WILKINSON, KC; LEE, DV; University of Utah; University of Nevada – Las Vegas; University of Nevada – Las Vegas; University of Nevada – Las Vegas L.Reader@utah.edu Although vertebrates exploit a multitude of complex three-dimensional […]
sessions: Posters Session 3
A comparison of parasites in native and invasive anurans Can parasitic nematodes of invasive anurans survive in native North American anuran hosts
Meeting Abstract P3.122 Monday, Jan. 6 15:30 A comparison of parasites in native and invasive anurans: Can parasitic nematodes of invasive anurans survive in native North American anuran hosts? LIGHTFOOT, H.A.*; MENDONCA, M.T.; GOESSLING, J.M.; ADDLA, A.S.; Auburn Univ., Auburn; Auburn Univ., Auburn; Auburn Univ., Auburn; Auburn Univ., Auburn hal0004@tigermail.auburn.edu The Cane toad, Rhinella marina, is native […]
A comparison of aquatic and terrestrial landing in leiopelmatid and lalagobatrachian frogs
Meeting Abstract P3.168 Monday, Jan. 6 15:30 A comparison of aquatic and terrestrial landing in leiopelmatid and lalagobatrachian frogs MICHAEL, J. L.*; ESSNER, JR., R. L.; Southern Illinois University Edwardsville; Southern Illinois University Edwardsville ressner@siue.edu Terrestrial jumping in frogs generally involves rapid hindlimb extension and loss of forelimb contact followed by mid-flight limb recovery. During landing, forelimbs […]
A Non-Invasive Doubly-Labeled Water Protocol for Use in Comparing Daily Energy Expenditure in Hummingbird Populations
Meeting Abstract P3.72 Monday, Jan. 6 15:30 A Non-Invasive Doubly-Labeled Water Protocol for Use in Comparing Daily Energy Expenditure in Hummingbird Populations CANEPA, JR*; POWERS, DR; WETHINGTON, SM; George Fox Univ., Newberg, OR; George Fox Univ., Newberg, OR; Hummingbird Monitoring Network, Patagonia, AZ jcanepa11@georgefox.edu Higher environmental temperatures associated with global climate change in landscapes used by hummingbirds […]
3D Particle Tracking to Analyze Predator-Prey Interactions in Mnemiopsis leidyi
Meeting Abstract P3.134 Monday, Jan. 6 15:30 3D Particle Tracking to Analyze Predator-Prey Interactions in Mnemiopsis leidyi MACPHERSON, R.S.*; COLIN, S.P.; GEMMELL, B; COSTELLO, J; University of California, Berkeley rmacpherson@berkeley.edu Mnemiopsis leidyi is a species of lobate ctenophore that has recently expanded its habitat to areas including the Black and Mediterranean Seas. This has piqued interest in […]
p-Aminosaylisylic Acid (PAS) Reverses Neurotoxic Effects of Manganese on the Physiological Response of a Dopaminergic System
Meeting Abstract P3-43 Tuesday, Jan. 6 15:30 p-Aminosaylisylic Acid (PAS) Reverses Neurotoxic Effects of Manganese on the Physiological Response of a Dopaminergic System MEZALON, C*; MCBEAN, T; CARROLL, M.A.; CATAPANE, E.J.; Medgar Evers College; Medgar Evers College; Medgar Evers College; Medgar Evers College catapane@mec.cuny.edu Manganese (Mn) is a neurotoxin causing Manganism, a Parkinsons-like disease in humans. Mn […]
p-Aminosalicylic Acid (PAS) Reverses the Neurotoxic Effects of Manganese on Dopamine Post-Synaptic Receptors
Meeting Abstract P3-42 Tuesday, Jan. 6 15:30 p-Aminosalicylic Acid (PAS) Reverses the Neurotoxic Effects of Manganese on Dopamine Post-Synaptic Receptors LONEY-WALSH, K*; DUBOSE, L; CATAPANE, E,J; CARROLL, M,A; Medgar Evers College; Medgar Evers College; Medgar Evers College; Medgar Evers College catapane@mec.cuny.edu Manganese (Mn) causes Manganism a disease disrupting dopamine (DA) neurotransmission. The mechanism of action is not […]
iSWOOP Interpreters and Scientists Working On Our Parks
Meeting Abstract P3-11 Tuesday, Jan. 6 15:30 iSWOOP: Interpreters and Scientists Working On Our Parks HRISTOV, NI*; ALLEN, LC; RILEY, JA; MERSON, M; UNC Center for Design Innovation / Winston-Salem State University; Winston-Salem State University; Winston-Salem State University; TERC nickolay.hristov@centerfordesigninnovation.org http://www.centerfordesigninnovation.org The Falk and Dierking 2010 report shockingly indicates that the average American spends only 5% of […]
Western Blot Identification of Dopamine and GABA Receptors in Gill of the Bivalve Crassostrea viginica
Meeting Abstract P3-41 Tuesday, Jan. 6 15:30 Western Blot Identification of Dopamine and GABA Receptors in Gill of the Bivalve Crassostrea viginica FABIENNE, M*; BOISETTE, B; BESS, F; CATAPANE, E.J.; CARROLL, M.A.; Medgar Evers College; Medgar Evers College; Medgar Evers College; Medgar Evers College; Medgar Evers College catapane@mec.cuny.edu Ganglia and innervated organs of the bivalve Crassostrea virginica […]
Was the Eastern-Pacific Hiatus in Coral Growth a Trans-Pacific Phenomenon
Meeting Abstract P3-116 Tuesday, Jan. 6 15:30 Was the Eastern-Pacific Hiatus in Coral Growth a Trans-Pacific Phenomenon? KOVALIK, C.M.*; TOTH, L.T.; KAN, H.; ARONSON, R.B.; Florida Institute of Technology, Melbourne; Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan ckovalik2008@my.fit.edu Coral reefs are among the most diverse and economically important ecosystems on the planet. Understanding the effects of previous climatic events on […]
