Browsing MINDS@UW La Crosse by Author "Maher, Margaret"
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Benefits of variable practice conditions for athletes in mixed martial art
Yang, Xiang (2015-05)Mixed Martial Art (MMA) is a competitive sport requiring athletes to be versatile in striking and grappling techniques. With growing popularity, more athletes will be seeking to improve their overall performance. Trainers ... -
Cardiovascular effects of black versus English walnut consumption
Fitschen, Peter (2010-05-03)English walnuts have been shown to decrease cardiovascular disease risk; however, black walnuts have not been studied for their cardioprotective effects. The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of English ... -
Eating and appetite regulating hormones in women with polycystic ovary syndrome and weight-matched controls
Sanders, Amanda M. (2017-02-07)Background: Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition in women that affects health and fertility. It is characterized by hyperandrogenism, insulin resistance, and oligo- or anovulation. Insulin resistance ... -
Effects of dietary methylmercury on Zebrafish (Danio rerio) reproductive gene transcription
Susnik, Nathan (2010-04-21)Studies have revealed that environmentally realistic concentrations of dietary methylmercury have adverse effects on reproduction in many different fish species. Recent studies have used the fathead minnow (Pimephales ... -
Optimization of chondrogenic potential in transplanted adipose-derived stem cells for treatment of osteoarthritis
Sime, Alec (2019-05)Importance: Osteoarthritis (OA) has, and will continue to be, the leading form of musculoskeletal disease in the United States. More pragmatic and less invasive techniques for treating OA are required if physicians are to ... -
Tolerance and efficacy of a probiotic delivered in capsule form
Labellarte, Gina M. (2014-12-17)Background: Probiotic supplements have shown benefit in increasing frequency and efficiency of bowel movements and some strains have shown to reduce serum glucose levels. Bacillus subtilis is used in fermentation of some ...