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Modifying the Bank Erosion Hazard Index (BEHI) Protocol for Rapid Assessment of Streambank Erosion in Northeastern Ohio
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2015
Streambank erosion potential can be evaluated and ranked using David Rosgen’s Bank Erosion Hazard Index (BEHI), however this protocol has significant limitations. Here we present protocol modifications to address time constraints, allow nonprofessionals to complete accurate assessments, and account for non-alluvial stream conditions in Northeast Ohio.
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Erosion Identification in Metacarpophalangeal Joints in Rheumatoid Arthritis using High-Resolution Peripheral Quantitative Computed Tomography
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2023
Bone erosions are an important pathological feature of rheumatoid arthritis. The purpose of this work is to introduce a training tool to provide users with guidance on identifying pathological cortical breaks on high resolution peripheral quantitative computed tomography images for erosion analysis.
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Measuring and Mapping Patterns of Soil Erosion and Deposition Related to Soil Carbonate Concentrations Under Agricultural Management
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2017
Spatial patterns of soil erosion and deposition can be inferred from differences in ground elevation mapped at appropriate time increments. Such changes in elevation are related to changes in near-surface soil carbonates. Repeatable methods for field and laboratory measurements of these quantities and data analysis methods are described here.
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Tracking Microbial Contamination in Retail Environments Using Fluorescent Powder - A Retail Delicatessen Environment Example
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2014
The overall goal of this study was to demonstrate the potential cross contamination mechanism of foodborne pathogen Listeria monocytogenes in a retail deli setting. This methodology may be applied to a variety of different environments to track pathogen contamination.
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Marketing Environment
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2024
The marketing environment refers to external and internal factors influencing an organization's marketing-related decisions and activities. It plays a crucial role in shaping a company's marketing strategy and ability to succeed in the marketplace. Here are the key components of the marketing environment: • Internal Environment: Internal factors within the organization's control include culture, resources, employees, marketing budget, and product/service quality. Managing these is essential...
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Material damage may arise from several stresses acting together rather than from one mechanism alone. Fluid motion can remove weakened surface material, chemical reactions can reduce resistance, and biological activity can alter the interface or surrounding conditions. Considering these interactions is important because testing only one exposure may underestimate degradation in biomaterials, medical devices, or engineered tissues.
Fluid motion, particle exposure, material composition, and surface structure are central variables. Faster or more disruptive flow can increase mechanical loading, while particles add abrasive contact. Composition determines how readily the material resists reactive conditions, and surface structure affects how forces reach or remove material. Comparing these factors helps explain why similar components can show different durability.
Surface structure influences how flowing fluids, particles, and reactive conditions interact with a material. Features that expose more vulnerable regions may promote progressive damage, whereas a surface with greater resistance can better preserve its function. In bioengineering, examining this relationship supports more informed evaluation of interfaces that experience repeated contact with bodily fluids or moving biological structures.
A useful evaluation identifies the relevant exposure conditions, including fluid motion, particle contact, chemical activity, or biological interaction, and then examines how the material responds over time. Researchers can compare surface condition, structural integrity, and functional performance before and after exposure. Such lifetime testing helps connect observed damage with expected durability and potential failure.
It matters when biomaterials, medical devices, or engineered tissues encounter bodily fluids or dynamic interfaces. These settings can subject surfaces to repeated mechanical contact and reactive conditions, so designers must consider more than initial material strength. Evaluating likely exposure supports material selection and protective strategies that preserve structural performance and improve functional reliability during use.
Testing can reveal how exposure affects surface condition, structural durability, and functional performance. The results help researchers identify materials or designs that are more vulnerable to progressive damage, compare protective strategies, and estimate whether a component can maintain its intended role. This information is valuable for reducing structural failure and guiding improvements in bioengineered systems.