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Brazilian Demand Mumford Hall Student research on the recent rapid economic expansion in Brazil found that there is a demand for certain products. This James Scholar worked to identify correlations among these products in the Brazilian market and world market. ACES James Scholar project presented by David Mackinson (Pontiac, IL). Changes in Hypothalamic alpha-MSH in Rats Fed a High whole Milk Protein Diet This James Scholar investigated the mechanisms behind the growing obesity problem. Using rats, this project studied hypothalamic regulation of food intake and brain signaling that initiates satiety when fed a high protein diet. ACES James Scholar project presented by Kristy Heppner (Itasca, IL). Development of an In vitro Fluorescent Semen Staining Technique to Ascertain the Impact of Insemination Timing on a Functional Sperm Reservoir in the Pig Learn how a new technique was developed for fluorescently staining extended boar semen and its effect on semen quality as well as assessing its potential effect on fertility for use with artificial insemination in swine. ACES James Scholar project presented by Caitlyn Getty (Lisle, IL). An Assessment of Risk Taking values for Students Mumford Hall Everyone has different risk perceptions. See how this study worked to determine if there is a predictable shift in risk perceptions as one ages into their 20s. ACES James Scholar project presented by Grant Ziesemer (Kildeer, IL). The Use of A Hormone Test to Detect Pregnancy and Estrus Come experience how this James Scholar’s project analyzed the effectiveness of a blood progesterone test as an early pregnancy test and an estrus detection test in beef cattle. ACES James Scholar project presented by Lauretta Lacko (Hickory Hills, IL). The Effect of Simulated Gastrointestinal Digestion on Proteins from Seven Soy Genotypes Mumford Hall This ACES James Scholar researched seven soy genotypes. These soy genotypes were hydrolyzed and analyzed for protein contents, peptide sizes and specific types of protein components, such as Bowman-Birk Inhibitor and Lunasin. This analysis was then used to further support research on the bio-activity of soy peptides against Leukemia cancer cells. ACES James Scholar project presented by Pauline Ie (Jakarta, Indonesia). Jason Bollivar, Senior Agriculture and Consumer Economics “ I really enjoy the flexibility of my major. With a degree in ACE you have so many options as to what you can do for a future career. I also really enjoy how much the professors within the department are willing to help you to accomplish anything you want to take on.”
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