Tuesday, October 23, 2007 - To access the full story, click on the underlined story title found in the top bar of each entry.


State plays major role in space travel
Source: Montgomery Advertiser (AL) circ: 48,100 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 10/23/07 11:13 AM 670385460
Abstract: ... ...
Notes: This story is about astronauts with Alabama connections, including those with AU connections, who have played a major role in manned space flight and the space station.

Area man to watch sister blast off
Byline: Jenn Rowell
Source: Montgomery Advertiser (AL) circ: 48,100 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 10/23/07 6:37 AM 670247036
Abstract: ... John Cochran, head of the aerospace engineering department at Auburn. "The space shuttle was designed to service the space station and can carry these nodules ...
Notes: John Cochran, head of the aerospace engineering department at AU, is quoted in this story.
DJ China Soybean Futures Settle Up On Stronger Soy Oil Prices
Source: Southern Farmer (FL) circ: 25,100
Indexed At: 10/23/07 9:19 AM 670179233
Abstract: ... Compiled By Staff (October 19, 2007) A conference at Auburn focuses on bioenergy, where it's going, and how to get into the business. Compiled By ...
Notes: This roundup of items includes information about the 4th annual Alabama Agriculture Energy Conference to be held Nov. 7-8 in Auburn. The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs and the AU Natural Resources Management and Development Institute will host the event.
Doctors and pharmacists more likely to be addicted
Byline: LARRY GIERER
Source: Columbus Ledger-Enquirer (GA) circ: 44,800
Indexed At: 10/21/07 9:17 AM 668887099
Abstract: ... dean for academic and student affairs at the Auburn University School of Pharmacy, says that medicine is becoming a more stressful profession because today's doctors ...
Notes: Professor Paul Jungnickel, associate dean for academic and student affairs at the Auburn University School of Pharmacy, is quoted in this story.

ACF scholarships available for children of members
Source: Clarke County Democrat (AL) circ: 5,000
Indexed At: 10/21/07 9:13 AM 668814981
Abstract: ... a junior or senior majoring in animal science at Auburn University who is seeking a career in the beef cattle industry and has exhibited leadership ...
Notes: This article names scholarships funded by the Alabama Cattlemen's Foundation for children of members. Several are available to students attending or enrolling in Auburn University in areas of study including the College of Agriculture, School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences, College of Human Sciences, the College of Education and the College of Veterinary Medicine.

TuscaloosaNews.com
Byline: Matt Hawk
Source: Tuscaloosa News (AL) circ: 33,900
Indexed At: 10/21/07 6:58 AM 668974420
Abstract: ... Aliceville, Ala -- Christian Brodbeck, a research associate at Auburn University, adds sunflower seeds to a screw press so the oils can be extracted and ...
Notes: This story is about the owners of Dee River Ranch partnering with researchers from Auburn University to experiment with small farm-based biodiesel production.

Efforts continue to control feral cat population
Source: Dothan Eagle (AL) circ: 32,900
Indexed At: 10/21/07 6:23 AM 668950778
Abstract: ... spayed more than 200 feral or stray cats. Auburn University's veterinary school sponsors a trap-neuter-return program called Operation Cat Nap. Stray and feral cats ...
Notes: This story about the problem of feral cats describes a trap-neuter-return program created and sponsored by AU's veterinary school called Operation Cat Nap.

AU extension expert talks about deer damage in Lee County
Source: Opelika-Auburn News (AL) circ: 14,500
Indexed At: 10/21/07 6:22 AM 668950205
Abstract: ... animal habitats, said Jim Armstrong, Extension wildlife specialist at Auburn University. "But just as equally true, wildlife tends to be adapting and is becoming more ...
Notes: Jim Armstrong, Extension wildlife specialist at AU, is quoted in this story.

Alabama producers approved for AGR-Lite insurance
Byline: Darryal Ray
Source: Clarke County Democrat (AL) circ: 5,000
Indexed At: 10/21/07 6:22 AM 668815027
Abstract: ... Novak, Extension economist and professor of agricultural economics at Auburn University, provided the guidance through the process to its completion along with the Western Center ...
Notes: The contribution of Jim Novak, Extension economist and professor of agricultural economics at Auburn University, to the development of a type of insurance that protects farmers against low revenue due to unavoidable natural disasters and market fluctuations, is mentioned in this story.