Contents
1998 Research Report Main Page
Report from the Vice President for Research
Center for Laser and Photonics Research
College of Business Administration
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
College of Human Environmental Sciences
College of Osteopathic Medicine
College of Veterinary Medicine
Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources
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Research Report archives 1993-1997
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In today's complex society, human issues are paramount to economic development in the state, nation, and world...CHES focuses on the challenges of the interdependent relationship between research and society, mutually shaping and changing the human environment.
The College of Human Environmental Sciences focuses on the inter-relationships between human beings and their environment. In today's complex society, human issues are paramount to economic development in the state, nation, and world. Scientists in CHES are producing knowledge which provides new insights that assist in:
1) Promoting and contributing
to human development and healthy family functions
2) Improving human nutrition and health
3) Designing and managing environments
4) Organizing and delivering products and services in ways that
improve quality of life
The Bureau for Social Research
(BSR), an interdisciplinary university entity (located in HES),
was established this year. The Bureau focuses on social and behavioral
science research using the expertise of faculty members at the
University. Projects are often multidisciplinary and may include
participation from other universities and organizations. Services
of the Bureau include: designing the research project, data collection
and management, statistical analyses, quality control methods,
and written reports. Examples of projects range from a study
for the Governor's Task Force on Substance Abuse to the economic
impact study of Marginal Wells in Oklahoma. BSR offers a wide
range of services from consultation to full-scale projects.
Health issues are a major concern in the U. S. and internationally.
Issues of nutrient needs for health and the prevention of disease
are critical. CHES faculty focus on research which identifies
ways of helping people meet their nutritional needs.
In fall, 1997, the Nutritional Science Laboratories were dedicated.
This renovation project represents several years planning and
construction by faculty and staff. The open design of the Founders
and Associates Human Nutrition Laboratory, which houses faculty,
is an innovative approach to scientific laboratory experiences.
Faculty have individual benches within the larger laboratory
and share expertise, major equipment, and laboratory samples
for experiments. The laboratory facilities' research is in trace
minerals, nutrient interactions, and nutrition education. Among
collaborative faculty, the renovation has been very successful
and provides the basis for an increase in fiscal year grants
of 2.297 percent. Research that focuses on the direct and indirect
economic impacts of individuals is also crucial for the creation
of new knowledge, products, and processes.
The Integrated Computer and Product Testing Laboratory provides
a technologically superior, science-based education in areas
not usually known as scientific fields. The National Science
Foundation provided a grant matched by the State Regents which
allows students to conduct statistical analyses of test results
and link these results to science-based explanations related
to product performance. The industry equipment knowledge allows
product testing and research partnerships with small companies.
Assessment of management processes in the hospitality industry
can significantly impact the state economy. Understanding employee
needs, future trends, and how services are delivered is important
to increasing customer satisfaction and increased revenues.
CHES focuses on the challenges of the interdependent relationship
between research and society, mutually shaping and changing the
human environment.. Through shared knowledge positive impacts
will be made in the university, society, nation, and world.