Wednesday, June 4, 2008


 
AU study shows that overuse of flip-flops can lead to orthopedic problems
Source: Opelika-Auburn News (AL) 14500
Indexed At: 06/04/2008 1:31 PM 839105863
Abstract: ... Special to The News Published: June 4, 2008 Auburn University researchers have found that wearing thong-style flip-flops can result in orthopedic problems of the feet, ...

Sister Liu comes to Auburn University
Source: Opelika-Auburn News (AL) 14500
Indexed At: 06/04/2008 1:29 PM 839105861
Abstract: ... Liu comes to Auburn University -- Advertisement Text size: Staff report Published: June 4, 2008 A group of 27 nationally ...

Biosolids seen as fertilizer alternative
Byline: Charles Mitchell
Source: Southeast Farm Press (MS) 47700
Indexed At: 06/04/2008 11:06 AM 839012022
Abstract: ... Jun 4, 2008 9:30 AM, By Charles Mitchell Auburn University Extension Agronomist - Soils The all-time high cost of fertilizer has Alabama producers looking at ...

EDUCATION BRIEFS
Source: Birmingham News (AL) 192004 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 06/04/2008 8:58 AM 838894083
Abstract: ... and Stephen J. Goldfarb" will be on display at Auburn University's Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art through Aug. 23. The exhibition is part ...
Notes: Excerpted from this roundup of education briefs: "'Imprinting the South: Works on Paper from the Collection of Lynn Barstis Williams and Stephen J. Goldfarb' will be on display at Auburn University's Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art through Aug. 23. The exhibition is part of the museum's continuing 'Auburn Collects' series, featuring works on paper that reflect the culture, economy and landscape of the South."

Texas 71 topped with 'green' asphalt
Source: Austin American-Statesman (TX) 177000 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 06/03/2008 10:51 PM 838521089
Abstract: ... tests at the National Center for Asphalt Technology at Auburn University show that the process may even slow down the "aging" of asphalt, extending its ...
Notes: Studies conducted at the National Center for Asphalt Technology at Auburn University are cited in this story.

Press & Sun-Bulletin
Source: Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin (NY) 61719
Indexed At: 06/03/2008 4:00 PM 838267070
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: Similar stories also appeared in the Reno Gazette-Journal, The Detroit Free Press and the Reno Gazette-Journal.

Math and science camps under way
Source: Opelika-Auburn News (AL) 14500
Indexed At: 06/03/2008 2:47 PM 838074548
Abstract: ... in Science (Y.E.S.) summer camps sponsored by the Auburn University College of Sciences and Mathematics are taking place at Wright’s Mill Road Elementary School through ...

Mineral Point
Source: Dubuque Telegraph Herald (IA) 28500 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 06/03/2008 12:05 PM 838065991
Abstract: ... a design and build architecture studio run by Auburn University that teaches its students about the social responsibilities of the profession of architecture. Tickets are ...
Notes: This news item describes a scheduled presentation about the work of Auburn University's Rural Studio that will take place at the Mineral Point Opera House in Iowa.
Fido's pit stops can burn spots on the lawn
Source: Staten Island Advance (NY) 61500 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 06/04/2008 1:46 PM 839123254
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: This story quotes David Han, associate professor of turf grass management at AU, as a source.