Monday, June 2, 2008
Monday, June 2, 2008
| Auburn searching for energy solution | |
| Source: | Individual.com (NAT) N/A [Registration Required] |
| Indexed At: | 06/01/2008 9:13 PM 836691979 |
| Abstract: | ... News - McClatchy-Tribune Information Services via COMTEX) -- Auburn University is getting closer to providing help in solving the nation's energy crisis. Larry Fillmer, director ... |
| Notes: | This story was written by Amy Weaver for the Opelika-Auburn News. Among the media outlets that broadcast the story are WKRN-TV, WLOX-TV, WAAY-TV, WRCB-TV, WAFF-TV and WTVM-TV. |
| Researchers developing new technologies to store, recycle nuclear waste | |
| Source: | The Cheers Magazine (NAT) N/A |
| Indexed At: | 05/31/2008 9:57 AM 835865251 |
| Abstract: | ... 2008-05-31 09:07:28 W Washington, May 31 : Researchers at Auburn University (AU) in the US are developing new technologies to store and recycle nuclear waste. ... |
| Notes: | This article is about research conducted at Auburn University. |
| Don't give up on biofuels | |
| Byline: | some estimates |
| Source: | Birmingham News (AL) 192004 [Registration Required] |
| Indexed At: | 06/01/2008 6:50 AM 836371402 |
| Abstract: | ... a built-in competition between biofuel and food. But Auburn University researchers and others across the nation already are looking farther down the road to a ... |
| Notes: | This is an op-ed by Larry Fillmer, executive director of Auburn University's Natural Resources Management and Development Institute, and Steven Taylor, head of Auburn University's Department of Biosystems Engineering and director of the NRMDI's Center for Bioenergy and Bioproducts. |
| USDA Awards $5 Million For Avian Influenza Research & Extension | |
| Source: | CattleNetwork (KS) N/A |
| Indexed At: | 06/02/2008 10:43 AM 837127844 |
| Abstract: | ... and researchers participating in AICAP are Virginia Tech, Auburn University, University of California-Davis, University of Delaware, University of Georgia, USDA-Agricultural Research Service-Southeast Poultry Research ... |
| Notes: | The USDA has continued funding of the Avian Influenza Coordinated Agricultural Project, of which Auburn University is a participant, with another $5 million for three years. |
| Twin cities | |
| Source: | Group Tour Magazine (NAT) N/A |
| Indexed At: | 06/02/2008 10:10 AM 837108259 |
| Abstract: | ... The Tiger statue stands guard outside Jordan-Hare Stadium at Auburn University. Twin cities Alabama, Southeastern Issue, June 1, 2008 Although Auburn and Opelika are historic ... |
| Notes: | Readers are taken on a brief "tour" of some of the highlights at Auburn University in this article by the Auburn and Opelika Tourism Bureau. |
| Health Notes - Dr. Thomas Dudney of Birmingham selected for membership in American Society for Dental Aesthetics | |
| Source: | Birmingham News (AL) 192004 [Registration Required] |
| Indexed At: | 06/02/2008 4:46 AM 836912476 |
| Abstract: | ... 2011. Mary Florence Woody, former dean of the Auburn University School of Nursing, was recently inducted into the Alabama Healthcare Hall of Fame in Montgomery. ... |
| Notes: | Included in this roundup of honors was an item about Mary Florence Woody, former dean of the Auburn University School of Nursing, being inducted recently into the Alabama Healthcare Hall of Fame. |
| Alabama vanity car tags must pass plate police | |
| Source: | AL.com (AL) N/A [Registration Required] |
| Indexed At: | 06/02/2008 4:36 AM 836908122 |
| Abstract: | ... thing that she could put on her personalized Auburn University tag. Yep, Mustang Sally. Husband Glenn and daughter Sarah also have personalized tags on their ... |
| Notes: | Excerpt: "Last year, Auburn and Alabama fans bought 67 percent of the personalized tags [sold in Alabama]. There were 23,998 University of Alabama personalized plates issued and 16,768 Auburn University plates issued. |
| Flip-flops are no walk in the park, study suggests | |
| Byline: | Nanci Hellmich |
| Source: | USA Today (NAT) 2576000 |
| Indexed At: | 06/01/2008 9:56 PM 836702542 |
| Abstract: | ... American College of Sports Medicine in Indianapolis. Researchers at Auburn University in Alabama recruited 39 college-age men and women and measured how the participants walked ... |
| Notes: | This article cites a study released last week at the annual meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine in Indianapolis that was conducted by researchers at Auburn University. |
| Industry News: Swimming Across The Country Splash for Cystic Fibrosis | |
| Source: | Swimming World Magazine (AZ) 28000 |
| Indexed At: | 06/01/2008 11:37 AM 836482130 |
| Abstract: | ... pool in Birmingham to two annual swim exhibitions at Auburn University and the University of Alabama, as well as partnering with both the Boomer Esiason ... |
| Notes: | Excerpt: "Now in its sixth year, the Laps for Cystic Fibrosis event has grown from swimming in a small community pool in Birmingham to two annual swim exhibitions at Auburn University and the University of Alabama." |
| Special session ends, still no new AU trustee | |
| Source: | Opelika-Auburn News (AL) 14500 |
| Indexed At: | 05/31/2008 11:13 PM 836119566 |
| Abstract: | ... State Legislature ended Saturday without the confirmation of Auburn University trustee nominee Raymond Harbert. Harbert, an Auburn alumnus and chairman and CEO of Harbert ... |
| Governor Vetoes Energy Bill | |
| Source: | WSFA-TV NBC 12 Montgomery (AL) N/A |
| Indexed At: | 05/31/2008 8:33 PM 836067026 |
| Abstract: | ... said the commission would have been administered through Auburn University and other research universities. He said it could have helped the state bring in private ... |
| Notes: | Gov. Bob Riley has vetoed a bill that would have created the state Commission on Public Interest Energy Research and Development Grants. |
| Specialists Speaking | |
| Source: | Cotton Farming (TN) 30000 |
| Indexed At: | 05/31/2008 11:56 AM 835904768 |
| Abstract: | ... specialists from the Alabama Cooperative Extension System and Auburn University will be conducting numerous on-farm trials this season. This effort is supported in part by ... |
| Notes: | An item by Auburn University's Dale Monks is included in this roundup of comments about agricultural issues. |
| Veto of energy bill baffles legislators | |
| Byline: | Sebastian Kitchen • skitchen@gannett.com |
| Source: | Montgomery Advertiser (AL) 48100 [Registration Required] |
| Indexed At: | 05/31/2008 5:15 AM 835729214 |
| Abstract: | ... He said the bill would be administered through Auburn University and other research institutions, and that the Legislature would receive information to facilitate the needs ... |
| High Heels And Flip-Flops May Cause Leg Injuries, Studies Find | |
| Source: | All Headline News (NAT) N/A |
| Indexed At: | 05/31/2008 1:40 AM 835589768 |
| Abstract: | ... done by Justin F. Shroyer and colleagues from Auburn University in Alabama showed that flip-flops should only be worn for short periods of time since ... |
| Notes: | This article cites a study conducted at Auburn University. |
| May | |
| Source: | Rural Electric Nebraskan (NE) 68000 |
| Indexed At: | 05/30/2008 10:35 PM 835354917 |
| Abstract: | ... Jim Armstrong, a profes- sor of wildlife sciences at Auburn University who specializes in human- wildlife interactions and wildlife dam- age issues. Armstrong notes that ... |
| Notes: | An article in the May 2008 issue of the Rural Electric Nebraskan was authored by Auburn University's Katie Lamar Jackson with quotes from Jim Armstrong, a professor of wildlife sciences at AU, who specializes in human-wildlife interactions and wildlife damage issues. The title of the article is "When Good Critters Go Bad: How to Garden with Wildlife." |
| Auburn University researchers convert wood into energy | |
| Byline: | Taylor Barnhill |
| Source: | WTVM-TV News 9 Columbus (GA) N/A |
| Indexed At: | 05/30/2008 8:27 PM 835435892 |
| Abstract: | ...Auburn University researchers convert wood into energy Posted: Viewer Feedback News By Taylor Barnhill WTVM East Alabama ... |
| Lawns go to the dogs when FiFi urinates | |
| Source: | Atlanta Journal-Constitution (GA) 357000 [Registration Required] |
| Indexed At: | 05/30/2008 5:25 PM 835312149 |
| Abstract: | ... David Han, associate professor of turf grass management at Auburn University. Nitrogen isn't a bad thing. It is, after all, a major component of lawn ... |
| Notes: | David Han, associate professor of turf grass management at Auburn University, is quoted in this story. |
| Alabama Senate approves university trustees | |
| Source: | Santa Rosa Press Democrat (CA) 85600 |
| Indexed At: | 05/30/2008 5:09 PM 835227330 |
| Abstract: | ... Deerman Anderson, Birmingham minister Willie Bruce O'Neal and Auburn businesswoman Rebecca Stanford Lewis to new positions on the board, and he reappointed Fayette businesswoman ... |
| Notes: | Excerpt: "The Alabama Senate has approved trustees for the University of Alabama, University of South Alabama, University of Montevallo and University of West Alabama without any dissent." |
| EDUCATION BRIEFS | |
| Source: | Birmingham News (AL) 192004 [Registration Required] |
| Indexed At: | 05/30/2008 10:49 AM 835028937 |
| Abstract: | ... to compete for the title of Miss Alabama. Auburn University journalism professor Ed Williams has established the Ed Williams Endowed Scholarship in Journalism to mark ... |
| Notes: | Two AU items appeared in this roundup of education briefs: (1) "Auburn University journalism professor Ed Williams has established the Ed Williams Endowed Scholarship in Journalism to mark his 25 years of service in journalism at the university. Williams is serving his final semester as faculty adviser to The Auburn Plainsman student newspaper." (2) Shakeer Abdullah has been named director of Auburn University's Multicultural Center beginning July 1. Abdullah was formerly director of multicultural affairs at Capital University Law School in Columbus, Ohio. |
| UA places takes first in national poultry judging contest | |
| Source: | Springdale Morning News (AR) 31600 |
| Indexed At: | 06/01/2008 3:56 AM 836270652 |
| Abstract: | ... solve." Other teams in the contest were from Auburn University, Kansas State University, Louisiana State University, Mississippi State, North Carolina State, Penn State University, ... |
| Notes: | A team from AU participated in this contest. |
| Utah State University Rocketeers Win NASA Competition | |
| Source: | Aero-News (NY) N/A |
| Indexed At: | 05/31/2008 12:12 AM 835539473 |
| Abstract: | ... participated in the 2007-2008 challenge include students from Auburn University in Auburn, AL; the University of Alabama in Huntsville; Harding University in Searcy, AR; Fisk ... |
| Notes: | A team from Auburn University participated in this competition. |