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Dissolved organic matter (DOM) comes from the partial decomposition of organic material and from water-soluble particles released by living organisms. It is an important piece of the aquatic food chain which plays a role in ecosystem productivity,…

A bacteria, <i>Gordonia otitidis</i>, was previously isolated from soil at the University of the Fraser Valley Abbotsford campus based on its ability to metabolize used motor oil. The current study is involved in the characterization of…

In Canada a large portion of donations to local food banks come from the food industry. In consideration of this it is important to evaluate the industry’s role in the food bank donation process. Food distributers who donate to food banks benefit…

Mixed martial arts is a relatively new sport that places unique demands on its athletes; yet it is not as well studied compared to other combative sports. Mixed martial arts sport competitions separate athletes into weight classes. To have a…

Terror management research manipulates mortality salience (MS) by asking participants to respond to two prompts about death, i.e., briefly describe the emotions that the thought of dying arouses in you, and briefly describe as specifically as you…

Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) is the most common form of neurodegenerative dementia in Canada. Many researchers are investigating therapeutic options for the prevention and treatments of AD using natural plant-based sources i.e. superfoods.Haskap berries…

Retreat environments are shown to provide emotional support and the opportunity for previous cancer patients to engage with fellow cancer survivors, experience therapeutic aspects of connecting with nature, and remove feelings of isolation, which…

During a semester long research project, our research team analyzed the CRM of CredRev, an auto financing company based in Kelowna, BC with customers all over BC. Our research objectives were to perform customer segmentation and profiling for the…

The purpose of this study was to pilot the use of heart rate monitors in children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) during the FAST Club program. Sensory issues are common in children with FASD, therefore wearing HR monitors may not be…

The project objective is to design and construct a remotely operated submarine from easily accessible materials and use it to explore the bottom of Cultus Lake. Tasks include picking up objects, running scientific tests, or catching fish. The…

There has been a steady rise in cancer survivorship due to the advancement of medical technology and preventative screening. A multitude of physical and psychological side effects continue to impact cancer survivors well beyond diagnosis. A…

As superfoods gain popularity in mainstream media, investigating their potential health benefits has become an attractive area of research. Fruits such as açai berries, blueberries and strawberries contain high levels of antioxidants that have been…

The Coastal Western Hemlock zone only comprises 0.2% of the world's global forests. Restoration could improve UFV students' health and well-being. There is evidence to suggest low eco system function within the campus forest.

Overall, these outcomes support the idea that prenatal alcohol consumption impairs sustained attention and working memory which are important aspects of executive functioning in children. Physical activity appears to improve sustained attention and…

In 1959, CP Snow gave a Rede lecture entitled "The Two Cultures and the Scientific Revolution" which quickly became a touchstone for those interested in the divisions between the arts and the sciences. The idea of two intellectual "…

After reviewing research on the pervasive whiteness of library spaces and staff, this work is meant to summarize and acknowledge the impact of white culture on BIPOC library workers, explore what libraries can do to support diversity in their spaces…

Research conducted investigated the efficiency of hemoglobin digestion in its native and denatured form using free and immobilized chymotrypsin enzyme. Goals were to determine an optimal enzyme-to-substrate ratio to digest hemoglobin in its…

Digital dermatitis (DD) is the main reason for the lameness in dairy cows (Reichenbach, Jones & Bewley, 2017). Digital dermatitis is caused by different types of bacteria species and results in lesions, mainly on the heels of the rear feet and…