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extractors. Hands-on training will be provided in the characterization of plant proteins, including assessment of secondary structure, surface charge and hydrophobicity, thermal properties, digestibility
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on advancing the characterization and performance evaluation of natural fibers, with an emphasis on cotton. Activities will include analyzing cotton fiber surface chemistry (such as moisture, wax, and pectin
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nation’s health protection agency, CDC saves lives and protects people from health threats. To accomplish its mission, CDC conducts important science and provides health information that protects our nation
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collaboration with USDA-ARS scientists specializing in plant physiology, molecular biology, genomics, and herbicide resistance to advance understanding of resistance mechanisms and support the development
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crop area and learn basic agronomic, data collection, and plant breeding methodologies in trials and nurseries planted at the USDA-ARS. Learning Objectives: The project assignments will provide you with
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to quantify cropping system, nutrient input, and weather impacts on soil erosion and losses of nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P) in surface runoff from long-term paired watersheds. Results of the study will
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, groundwater restrictions, and long-term declines in surface water supplies. These conditions highlight the need for improved irrigation and water-management strategies, innovative cropping systems, and
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), Agricultural Research Service (ARS). The selected participant will be hosted at the Temperate Tree Fruit and Vegetable Research Unit (TTFVRU). The TTFVRU conducts research in three areas: 1) biology and
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science and provides health information that protects our nation against expensive and dangerous health threats, and responds when these arise. Research Project: The Bioactive Dietary Compounds Laboratory
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Service (ARS). The selected participant will be hosted at the Temperate Tree Fruit and Vegetable Research Unit (TTFVRU). The TTFVRU conducts research in three areas: 1) biology and management of pests and