Theses and Dissertations
This collection includes both ASU Theses and Dissertations, submitted by graduate students, and the Barrett, Honors College theses submitted by undergraduate students.
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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 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
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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 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
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
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
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