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Use of a simple water column sampler to monitor chemical and biological conditions in shallow waters
Title
Use of a simple water column sampler to monitor chemical and biological conditions in shallow waters.
Creator
Youngbluth, Marsh J., Gibson, R. A., Holt, John K.
Date Issued
1983
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00007472
Subject Headings
Water--Sampling, Aquatic biology, Water chemistry, Water--Sampling--Technique
Format
Document (PDF)
Water content, organic content, and carbon and nitrogen composition of medusae from the northeast Pacific
Title
Water content, organic content, and carbon and nitrogen composition of medusae from the northeast Pacific.
Creator
Larson, R. J., Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute
Date Issued
1986
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/FCLA/DT/3353781
Subject Headings
Medusae, Biochemistry, Carbon, Nitrogen, Water, Organic and biological chemistry
Format
Document (PDF)
Immunoassay test strip for Microcystin-LR detection
Title
Immunoassay test strip for Microcystin-LR detection.
Creator
Xu, Jiesi., Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
Abstract/Description
Microcystin-LR (MCLR) is hepatotoxic to animals and humans with disruption of liver structure causing cytoskeletal damage, necrosis and pooling of blood in the liver, leading to large increase in liver weight. It is also a strong liver tumor promoter and protein phosphatase inhibitor. Microcysin-LR binds protein phosphatases 1 and 2A, and influences regulation of cellular protein phosphorylation. In the present study, a colloidal gold based immunoassay test strip was developed for Microcystin...
Show moreMicrocystin-LR (MCLR) is hepatotoxic to animals and humans with disruption of liver structure causing cytoskeletal damage, necrosis and pooling of blood in the liver, leading to large increase in liver weight. It is also a strong liver tumor promoter and protein phosphatase inhibitor. Microcysin-LR binds protein phosphatases 1 and 2A, and influences regulation of cellular protein phosphorylation. In the present study, a colloidal gold based immunoassay test strip was developed for Microcystin-LR detection. The detection limit was found to be 1 ng/mL. 5 nm colloidal gold test strips exhibits more efficient for detection, compared with 20 nm colloidal gold test strips. The interaction between Microcystin-LR antibody (immunoglobulin G) and colloidal gold nanoparticles was investigated by various analytical methods, including Ultraviolet/Visible (UV/VIS), Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) and Fluorescence spectroscopy as well as transmission electron microscopy (TEM).
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Date Issued
2010
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/FAU/2683532
Subject Headings
Immunoassay, Biosensors, Environmental chemistry, Cyanobacterial toxins, Drinking water, Microbiology
Format
Document (PDF)
Barometric distillation and the problem of non-condensable gases
Title
Barometric distillation and the problem of non-condensable gases.
Creator
Martinson, Eiki., College of Engineering and Computer Science, Department of Computer and Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Abstract/Description
Barometric distillation is an alternative method of producing fresh water by desalination. This proposed process evaporates saline water at low pressure and consequently low temperature; low pressure conditions are achieved by use of barometric columns and condensation is by direct contact with a supply of fresh water that will be augmented by the distillate. Low-temperature sources of heat, such as the cooling water rejected by electrical power generating facilities, can supply this system...
Show moreBarometric distillation is an alternative method of producing fresh water by desalination. This proposed process evaporates saline water at low pressure and consequently low temperature; low pressure conditions are achieved by use of barometric columns and condensation is by direct contact with a supply of fresh water that will be augmented by the distillate. Low-temperature sources of heat, such as the cooling water rejected by electrical power generating facilities, can supply this system with the latent heat of evaporation. Experiments are presented that show successful distillation with a temperature difference between evaporator and condenser smaller than 10ê C. Accumulation of dissolved gases coming out of solution, a classic problem in lowpressure distillation, is indirectly measured using a gas-tension sensor. The results of these experiments are used in an analysis of the specific energy required by a production process capable of producing 15 liters per hour. With a 20ê C difference, and neglecting latent heat, this analysis yields a specific energy of 1.85 kilowatt-hour per cubic meter, consumed by water pumping and by removal of non-condensable gases.
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Date Issued
2010
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/FAU/2978949
Subject Headings
Chemistry, Physical and theoretical, Fluid mechanics, Saline water conversion, Renewable energy sources, Groundwater, Purification
Format
Document (PDF)
Analysis of Backgroundwater Chemistry and Local Hydrologic Conditions ofPondhawk Natural Area Pre-Wetland Construction
Title
Analysis of Backgroundwater Chemistry and Local Hydrologic Conditions ofPondhawk Natural Area Pre-Wetland Construction.
Creator
Carlson, Eric Sven, Root, Tara L., Florida Atlantic University
Abstract/Description
This thesis evaluates the water chemistry and hydrology of an urban environmental preserve in advance of wetland construction. Pondhawk Natural Area (PNA) is located in densely populated Palm Beach County, Florida and was acquired through the County's Environmentally Sensitive Lands Acquisition Program as a protected natural area. In an effort to restore the natural area to pre-development conditions Palm Beach County will construct a wetland in the area where hydric conditions persisted...
Show moreThis thesis evaluates the water chemistry and hydrology of an urban environmental preserve in advance of wetland construction. Pondhawk Natural Area (PNA) is located in densely populated Palm Beach County, Florida and was acquired through the County's Environmentally Sensitive Lands Acquisition Program as a protected natural area. In an effort to restore the natural area to pre-development conditions Palm Beach County will construct a wetland in the area where hydric conditions persisted prior to the extensive canal construction that lowered groundwater levels. Results of this study wi II provide initial characterization of hydrology and water quality of PNA before wetland construction and lay the groundwork for future monitoring and improvements.
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Date Issued
2008
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00000730
Subject Headings
Soil chemistry--Florida--Palm Beach County, Water chemistry--Florida--Palm Beach County, Wetland hydrology--Florida--Palm Beach County, Groundwater flow--Florida--Palm Beach County
Format
Document (PDF)