… Metabolites may be key to colorectal cancer prevention A diet rich in fruits and vegetables and a daily dose of aspirin have one thing in common—both can help prevent colorectal cancer. Yet scientists have struggled for decades to find the source of their ability to inhibit cancer cell growth. The answer may lie in the … reduction likely gives immune cells, such as T cells and natural killer cells, a greater window of opportunity to destroy the cancer cells. In addition, when a normal cell contains damaged DNA, mutations can occur. The slowdown in cell proliferation may provide time for the cells to repair their DNA, thereby preventing the accumulation of mutations, Gunaje pointed … By proposing the metabolite hypothesis, he and his research group hope to encourage further studies on the role HBAs play in cancer prevention. “If it is proven true, we will have opened up a new frontier of research and potential strategies for the prevention of colorectal cancers,” he concluded. Alumni Current Students Employees Future Students Parents …
… The award will help support travel costs for 50 research support professionals to attend. A virtual option is also available for those unable to attend in-person. Conference preparation and self-assessment To prepare for the convening, participants will engage in a virtually facilitated self-assessment using appreciative inquiry to reflect on their strengths, … and prioritize shared goals, rationalize and rank objectives, and define key actions and metrics to pursue. Working groups will coalesce under each focal area to further build community and capacity beyond the gathering. Anticipated outcomes include online resources, an email listserv, peer mentoring, and additional networking opportunities. Register for the conference A grant from the National Science Foundation will help underwrite travel, food, lodging, and registration costs for participants. Priority for selection is …
… Nature Masterclass On-demand Registration and access Simply register or login if you already have an Nature Masterclass account. Use your university Single Sign-On credentials to sign in. To register: On the register page, click ‘Your institution’ and select South Dakota State University from the drop-down menu. Alternatively, they can start typing the name of your …
… SDSU associate professor receives federal grant to help reduce risk of sarcopenia Lee Weidauer , associate professor in South Dakota State University's School of Health and Consumer Sciences , has received a grant from the United States Department of … reduce the risk of sarcopenia. "The goal of this proposal is to improve physical function to allow independence and increased health span for women above the age of 50, while eliminating the barriers of accessibility," Weidauer said. Beginning at age 30, the body will naturally start to lose muscle mass. Some will lose as much as 3-5% of muscle mass per decade. Even … of older adults — although that number is likely low because sarcopenia is not widely diagnosed or treated. Weidauer's project aims to develop and implement an Extension-delivered, community-based, virtual sarcopenia risk reduction program. The five-year study proposes focusing on women ages 50 to 70 years living in seven states: South Dakota, Iowa, Rhode Island, …
… Can disease-detecting dogs help save South Dakota's bighorn sheep? Novel research from South Dakota State University's Department of Natural Resource Management is exploring if trained dogs can help … for Mycoplasma ovipneumoniae. (Photo by Brady Neiles) Tumultuous history in South Dakota Prior to European settlement, Audubon’s bighorn sheep ( Ovis canadensis auduboni ) were common in the Badlands and Black Hills regions of South Dakota. But, by 1887, bighorns had all but been "cleared out" of the state and now, Audubon's are an extinct subspecies. … infected sheep from the herd is one way to combat outbreaks, how can they be prevented in the first place? The best way to combat the disease is keeping livestock and wild sheep separate," Severud said. Another project collaborative project that one of Severud's graduate students is involved with is understanding the movements of individual bighorns and entire …
… Center, the microscope features five laser-lines, three spectral-based detectors, whole slide navigation, and Leica's Lightning deconvolution software—setting a new standard for both image quality and the depth of information obtained from a single slide. "The new microscope greatly improves the image acquisition capabilities over the existing instrument, enabling … RT-PCR system for interrogating gene expression and Licor Odyssey Fc gel imaging system for western blot analysis. Other available equipment includes the Olympus IX70 Inverted Compound Microscope, the Olympus FV1200 Scanning Confocal Microscope and the Olympus Bx53 Upright Microscope—among other instruments. The FGCF is accessible 24/7 to any registered user on campus. Those interested in registering can reach out to Hanson or Liping Gu, who operates the FGCF on a day-to-day basis, for more information. Further …
… SDSU student investigates relationship between wildflowers, cattle In South Dakota, half of the state's approximately 50 million acres are considered rangeland and provide the grazing area needed for more than 4 million beef cattle. South Dakota is also home to a diverse range of native plants and wildflowers, scattered throughout the … amount of dry matter was grown, digestibility tests were conducted. "The tests were able to find the percentage of the plant that is indigestible to cattle," Preszler said. "We then compared these results to other feed options used throughout South Dakota. We compared our results among the different species to see if some were statistically better than others." … of 215 to 245 indicated a high-value forage for the native wildflowers. "Although all species tested had high nutritional value, statistical differences indicated that certain species may be more valuable than others," Preszler said. For example, the prairie cinquefoil, a native South Dakota wildflower, was more digestible than purple coneflower, another native …
… Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS aka Drones) Prior to Submitting a Request Please review the SDSU Unmanned Aircraft Policy 8.10. Approval Process Approval is required for any person or entity wishing to operate a UAS/drone on any property owned or operated by South Dakota State University (SDSU), an entity of the South Dakota Board of Regents (SDBOR). SDSU strives to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for the public as well as students, faculty and staff. This process is part of that commitment. FAA Regulations Part 107 (These are the regulations to which our … UAS Platform (Fixed Wing, Rotary, etc.) Manufacturer and model number Gross Weight Maximum Operational Range Note: If the flight area is within five (5) miles of an airport or registered helicopter pad, once approved by SDSU, you must alert them. The links below will take you to a DocuSign form. This is the only way to submit a request. Incomplete requests …
… thrilled to be selected to join South Dakota State University," Blanton said. "One of the key aspects that drew me to this position is South Dakota State University's focus on improving the lives and livelihood of the state producers." Previously, Blanton served as a professor and department head in Purdue University's Department of Animal Science. Prior to Purdue, … on animal growth and development. Over the course of his career, he has led research programs in eight different countries, received nearly $26 million in external funding, published 50 refereed journal articles and 75 abstracts and obtained two patents. "The college's dedication to agricultural research, innovation and outreach aligns perfectly with my passion for making meaningful agricultural impacts," Blanton added. Blanton also brings a wealth of industry experience to SDSU, having worked for the Delaware companies KVS Service and Intervet Inc. (now Schering-Plough). He is also the co-founder of the Center for Excellence in Cryobiology. He will assume his duties at SDSU on Oct. 22, …
… SDSU researchers explore automated controlled drainage systems South Dakota State University's Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering has recently been exploring the viability of automated controlled drainage systems in eastern South Dakota. The systems would allow farmers to maximize the available water … and gained valuable insight into this technology's potential. The research team installing a system at SDSU's Southeast Research Farm. "My experience with this project has been eye-opening," Becker said. "Growing up in an agricultural background, I had gained a fair understanding of tile drainage used for crop production. However, controlled drainage was a new … in either real-time or through pre-programming." Preliminary data will be gathered first after the spring growing season and then again in the fall, after the harvest season is complete in October 2024. Algorithm development Murad Ellafi is a postdoctoral research associate working under the guidance of McMaine. He had previously earned his doctorate from …