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    • Amylase Affects Ethanol Production in Sake 

      Hagen, Jacob (University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2023)
      I measured the effects of differing amylase concen trations on sake fermentation. The primary carbohydrate source in rice is starch. Amylase is an enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of starch into sugars that yeast ...

    • Apple Surface Area Affects Mead Fermentation 

      Kalin, Ethan; Kiernan, Martin (University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2023)
      Yeast are fungal organisms that can produce energy in the absence of oxygen through fermentation ( Fig. 1 ). This allows for yeast to produce ethanol, the key component of alcoholic beverages ( Fig. 2). This study ...

    • Applied Science Cooperative Education at HLR Engineering 

      Leith, Weston (University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2023)
      HLR was founded in 1965 with its first offices in Dekalb, Illinois. Mainly a civil engineering company and began offering environmental services in 2009. Offers transportation engineering, environmental, and surveying services.

    • Applied Science Cooperative Education at Northrop Grumman Corporation 

      Hochstetler, Logan (University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2023)
      Northrop Corporation was founded in 1939 by Jack Northrop. After several mergers Northrop Co. became the Northrop Grumman Co. it is today. Northrop Grumman’s main business is divided into four sectors, which total $35 ...

    • Applied Science Cooperative Education at Rainbow Treecare 

      Foty, Dustin (University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2023)
      Established in 1976 with their first treatment of Dutch Elm Disease. For the past 40 years, their Eco science team has partnered with leading universities to create effective treatments to manage pests and diseases ...

    • Applied Science Cooperative Education at Stillwater Equine Clinic 

      Brandt, Claire (University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2023)
      The clinic was founded on January 1 st , 1984. Dr. Terry Arnesen and Dr. Ann Bower started the clinic and at the time it was a small animal and equine clinic. Clients quickly rolled in, so eventually the clinic became ...

    • Applied Science Field Experience at Orthoillinois 

      Murdoch, Alison (University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2023)
      Orthoillinois is a leading bone/joint provider in Northern Illinois. Specialize in a variety of areas: Spine, Joint replacements, Rheumatology, Foot and ankle, Occupational therapy, Physical therapy and much more.

    • Applied Science Field Experience at the Strong Children’s Research Center in Rochester, NY 

      Charest, Olivier (University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2023)
      Strong Children’s Research Center (SCRC) is a multidisciplinary, collaborative research center that houses summer research programs at the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC). The summer program I attended ...

    • Applied Science Internship at Amboy Dental Group 

      Hochstatter, Danielle (University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2023)
      Amboy Dental Group: Dental Services, Hygiene cleanings/treatments, composite/amalgam restorations, surgical oral extractions, root-canals, bridge restoration, dentures, implants, retainers, night guards, calculous removal, ...

    • Applied Science Internship at CVS Pharmacy 

      Jung, Chaeyun (University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2023)
      Original CVS was founded in Massachusetts in 1963 with the name of Consumer Value Stores. They only provided beauty and health products at first. The pharmacies began to be introduced in Cranston, Rhone Island in 1967. ...

    • Applied Sciences Field Experience at Advanced Body Chiropractic 

      Mohs, Nick (University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2023)
      Established in 1998 by Dr. Stephanie Lillis and her husband Greg Lillis. Located in Ohio and Minnesota. Services include adjustments, therapies, DOT physicals, and more. Varity of supplements and accessories sold. ...

    • Applied Sciences Field Experience at Draeger Chiropractic 

      Draeger, Isaiah (University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2023)
      Founded in 1998 by Dr. Dave and Ellen Draeger. Located in Eagle River WI. Performs adjustments, decompression, electrical muscle stimulation, advanced laser, impulse therapy, and atlas profilax adjustments. Patient ...

    • Beer Grain Sources Affect Ethanol and Sugar Content 

      Gigstead, Ella; Demulling, Nicolle (University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2023)
      To study the effect of differing carbon sources on ethanol production in beer, we compared wheat flour, cornmeal, and sorghum flour to make American ale ( Figs 2, 7) 7). Triplicates for each carbon source ( Fig. 2 ) ...

    • Breaking Bad: Crystal Formations 

      Liegl, Gracieanna; Bruggeman, Halle; Bove, Eva (University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2023)

    • Cluck & Bubble: A Poultry-tastic Acid Decomposition Adventure 

      Busse, Thomas; Busse, Liam (University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2023)
      Through our test we came to the consensus that Sodium Hydroxide was the best in terms of decomposing bone matter. This was a surprise because it is a strong base which was the opposite of our hypothesis, that a strong acid ...

    • Developing a Physical Packaging Kit and Informational Module to Address Gaps in Medical Device Packaging Education in University Nursing Programs 

      Hammer, Greyson; Torgerud, Lynnae; Dahlseng, Abigail (University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2023)
      The goal of this project is to develop a packaging kit for medical devices along with instruction to be used in the nursing course, NURS 317, at UW Eau Claire. The medical packaging kit is intended to inform and ...

    • Different Sugars Impact Kombucha Fermentation Outcomes 

      Zhong, Stephanie; Lisota, Caitlyn (University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2023)
      We determined how different sugars impact kombucha fermentation (Eq. 1, Figs. 1, 2). Typical kombucha fermentation uses cane sugar (high sucrose) as the fermentation substrate for bacteria and yeast. We discovered how ...

    • The Effect of Packaging on Microplastic Pollution 

      Degruson, Min; Weber, Zach; Walechka, Connor; Delwiche, Brett (University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2023)
      Podcast about microplastics and efforts in packaging to reduce the consumption of microplastics.

    • Ethanol Production Varies with Different Yeast Types in Mead 

      Ellis, Olivia; Wilson, Alia (University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2023)
      Varying yeast types in mead fermentation were used to determine which is the most successful in ethanol production. Three types of yeast were used and made in triplicate (Fig. 1). A basic mead recipe was used with ...

    • Field Experience Clean Boats Clean Waters 

      Kirchoff, Noah (University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2023)
      Clean Boats Clean Waters was established in 2004, by a group of young students from northern Wisconsin. The organization was founded to slow down the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS) throughout northern Wisconsin ...