WALKING THE TALK OF FOOD SYSTEMS AT A SMALL LAND-GRANT UNIVERSITY: OVERCOMING PROCESS BARRIERS TO A TRANSDISCIPLINARY APPROACH

Walking the Talk of Food Systems at a Small Land-Grant University: Overcoming Process Barriers to a Transdisciplinary Approach

In this paper we present the evolution of a transdisciplinary food systems (FS) initiative at a small land-grant university.The first indication of the relevance of food systems study at this university came from Hair and scalp treatment faculty and students, which then progressed to the establishment of structural changes and financial support by

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Ethnobotanical, micrographic and pharmacological features of plant-based weight-loss products sold in naturist stores in Mexico City: the need for better quality control

The consumption of dietary supplements and herbal mixtures to promote weight loss is a common practice in the West.This study was undertaken in Mexico City, surveying stores selling "natural products" at subway stations.The aims of this paper were as follows: to compile a record of plant products marketed as slimming aids and of retailer perception

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Unveiling the royal road to happiness: the predictive role of psychological hardiness, mediated by vitality and materialistic values

The quest for happiness is highly esteemed in every culture.Based on the theory of the positive activity model, the current study examined the role of Loungewear psychological hardiness in happiness among youth.The study also investigated the parallel mediating role of vitality and materialistic values in the relationship between psychological hard

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Inhibition of malate dehydrogenase via nanoselenium coupling with nanocellulose composite in MCF-7 breast carcinoma cells

Abstract Background Cancer, a leading cause of mortality worldwide, continues to pose significant challenges in treatment and management.Conventional therapies often face limitations, including lack of selectivity, Floor Lamp adverse effects, and the development of resistance mechanisms.Methods Therefore, this study aims to investigate nanocellulos

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