PI: Paul Rawson, UM School of Marine Sciences Collaborators: Eric Moran, co-owner, Bagaduce River Oyster Co. The eastern oyster is an important species supporting the current growth of Maine’s aquaculture industry, but there is a high degree of variance in growth among individuals within available stocks. This project’s goal is to test the hypothesis that […]
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PI: Brian Beal, Director of the Marine Science Field Station, University of Maine at Machias Collaborator: Heather Leslie, UM Darling Marine Center The goal of this project is to produce a fast-growing, disease-resistant American oyster that will grow to commercial size in 2-3 years in the cold waters of eastern Maine, finally allowing this region […]
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PI: Neil Thompson, Forestry, University of Maine at Fort Kent Collaborators: Amber Roth, UM School of Forest Resources; Carol Foss, New Hampshire Audubon; Patricia Wohner, Cuckoo Conservation Initiative; Jason Johnston, UMPI The Rusty Blackbird is a threatened species that was recently listed as a Special Concern in Maine. To predict their nesting habitat in northern […]
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PI: Nuri Emanetoglu, UM Electrical and Computer Engineering Collaborators: Herbert Aumann, UM Electrical and Computer Engineering; and Robert Bowie, M.D., Medical Director Bangor Fire EMS This project proposes the development of a prototype for a Doppler radar non-contact stethoscope for use in situations where a medical professional must listen to a heart, but direct skin […]
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PI: McGreavy, Bridie (Communication and Journalism, UMaine) Sector: Energy, Communications Partners: UMaine Abstract: The goal of our project is to advance research that analyzes stakeholder needs for information, perceptions about dams, and news media coverage to support decision making about dams in Maine and New England. We will complete the following objectives to reach this goal: (1) expand collaborative […]
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PI: Legaard, Kasey (Forest Resources, UMaine) Sector: Computer Science, Forestry Partners: UMS Advanced Computing Group Abstract: Forest managers in Maine cite a lack of spatial information about forest resources (both timber and non-timber) as a key barrier to the planning and prioritization of management actions. Available commercial products are typically priced at levels that are viewed as too expensive […]
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PI: Howell, Caitlin (Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, UMaine) Sector: Biotechnology Partners: Zephyrus Simulations, LLC Abstract: Simulation has become a useful tool in medical training, allowing students to realistically interact with a simulated patient in a safe, controlled environment. A significant component of simulation-based training is the opportunity for students to dynamically interact and communicate with a simulated patient, so […]
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PI: Gordon-Messer, Susannah (CI2Lab, University of Southern Maine) Sector: Climate Change, Computer Science Partners: N/A Abstract: Beyond the Tides is a student developed, location based, augmented reality (AR) game that educates Mainers on effects of climate change on oceans including rising sea levels, rising temperatures and increased ocean acidification. In a chose-your-own adventure style game, players take on different […]
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PI: Flanagan, Sara (Education and Human Development, UMaine) Sector: Education, Computer Science Partners: UMaine Abstract: Secondary students with or without a disability may lack the needed reading skills to exit high school prepared for competitive employment and daily living (e.g., paying bills, reading directions). The National Assessment of Education Progress suggests that approximately 28% of 8th graders in Maine […]
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PI: Chapkis, Wendy (Women and Gender Studies and Sociology, University of Southern Maine) Sector: Northeast Humanities, New Media Partners: All Art Media Abstract: The purpose of this project, “Querying the Past: Maine LGBTQ History,” is to preserve and make available the often-hidden history of LGBTQ Maine. The project involves the use of a variety of media including digital applications. […]
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