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Barrett, The Honors College at Arizona State University proudly showcases the work of undergraduate honors students by sharing this collection exclusively with the ASU community.

Barrett accepts high performing, academically engaged undergraduate students and works with them in collaboration with all of the other academic units at Arizona State University. All Barrett students complete a thesis or creative project which is an opportunity to explore an intellectual interest and produce an original piece of scholarly research. The thesis or creative project is supervised and defended in front of a faculty committee. Students are able to engage with professors who are nationally recognized in their fields and committed to working with honors students. Completing a Barrett thesis or creative project is an opportunity for undergraduate honors students to contribute to the ASU academic community in a meaningful way.

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Obesity and the Use of Brown Adipose Tissue as a Tool for Fat Loss in Obese Humans

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Obesity is now an epidemic in the United States and scientists must work to approach it from a unique angle. The focus of my thesis is the application of brown adipose tissue as a combatant for fat loss in the body. Unused as adults, brown adipose tissue increases metabolism and…

Obesity is now an epidemic in the United States and scientists must work to approach it from a unique angle. The focus of my thesis is the application of brown adipose tissue as a combatant for fat loss in the body. Unused as adults, brown adipose tissue increases metabolism and mitochondrial function to burn more fat in individuals that cannot lose weight conventionally. Current research works to introduce safe hormonal pathways in the sympathetic nervous system to generate more of this tissue.
ContributorsGrade, Neenah Young (Author) / Morse, Lisa (Thesis director) / Appel, Christy (Committee member) / Mayol-Kreiser, Sandra (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / School of Life Sciences (Contributor)
Created2013-05

Happy, Healthy Tummies: A Children's Cookbook For Bettering the Gut Microbiome

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Optimizing the microbiome to improve gut health has become a prominent research topic that aids in relieving stomach issues through nutrition and the introduction of beneficial bacteria. By incorporating a few gut-healthy foods into the diets of developing children, I hope to decrease their chances of developing pediatric diseases and…

Optimizing the microbiome to improve gut health has become a prominent research topic that aids in relieving stomach issues through nutrition and the introduction of beneficial bacteria. By incorporating a few gut-healthy foods into the diets of developing children, I hope to decrease their chances of developing pediatric diseases and experiencing stomach problems as they grow older. The purpose of this cookbook is to use ingredients that are beneficial to the gut microbiome and incorporate them into healthy recipes that children can easily understand and create themselves. Additionally, many factors influence the fluctuation of the gut microbiome, one of which is nutrition, so it is important to maintain a diet rich in foods beneficial to the gut microbiome because it can prevent the onset of certain pediatric diseases. By including gut-healthy recipes in a cookbook targeted towards kids, they can gain independence, engage in a bonding activity with their parents, and be guided into creating and consuming things that are good for their gut and will benefit their health in the future. There are also many benefits for children who use this cookbook, such as developing healthy habits and preventing common disorders like obesity, IBS, and IBD. However, the overarching goal is to create a fun and engaging way for kids to prioritize good gut health for a healthy future. I hope that through this cookbook, kids can take control of their diet and engage in an activity that I enjoyed as a child.
ContributorsThex, Sophia (Author) / Dixon, Kathleen (Thesis director) / Mayol-Kreiser, Sandra (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / School of Life Sciences (Contributor)
Created2024-05

cernohous_fall_2023_creative-project.pdf

ContributorsCernohous, Skylar (Author) / Levinson, Simin (Thesis director) / Mayol-Kreiser, Sandra (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / School of Life Sciences (Contributor) / College of Health Solutions (Contributor)
Created2023-12

Unlocking the Secrets of Longevity: How the Rest of the World can Learn from the World’s Longest Lived

DescriptionMy project focuses on the 5 natural Blue Zones of the world and how their daily habits could create a culture shift in America to help further longevity.
ContributorsCernohous, Skylar (Author) / Levinson, Simin (Thesis director) / Mayol-Kreiser, Sandra (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / School of Life Sciences (Contributor) / College of Health Solutions (Contributor)
Created2023-12

cernohous_fall_2023.pdf

ContributorsCernohous, Skylar (Author) / Levinson, Simin (Thesis director) / Mayol-Kreiser, Sandra (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / School of Life Sciences (Contributor) / College of Health Solutions (Contributor)
Created2023-12