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Adjustments in Business Operations during the COVID-19 Pandemic: An Analysis of Natural and Cultural Resource Sites in Texas

Description: This research expands the theoretical concept of human adjustment to floods established by Gilbert F. White and incorporates his adjustment concept to examine the range of adjustments in business operations adopted by Texas' natural and/or cultural resources sites during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic. This mixed-methods study consisted of an online survey with a follow-up semi-structured phone interview. The survey data was analyzed using descriptive statistics and the interview data … more
Date: August 2022
Creator: Tamima, Salvesila
Partner: UNT Libraries
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Utilization of Telemedicine by People with Chronic Health Conditions during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Description: This study sought to better understand the experiences of individuals with a chronic health condition utilizing telemedicine during the first twelve months of the COVID-19 pandemic. To do this, an online survey was advertised in two private Facebook support groups for individuals with adrenal insufficiency; a chronic health condition that requires frequent communication with healthcare providers. The survey consisted primarily of closed-response questions which examined the demographic data of … more
Date: August 2022
Creator: Barker, Tori Saige
Partner: UNT Libraries
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The Decision-Making Process of Transitioning to a Regenerative Agricultural System: How Disaster Resilience Fits In

Description: Regenerative agriculture, a soil health focused alternative to conventional agriculture, has been increasingly popular among producers and consumers for its ability to produce nourishing food while also prioritizing the health of the environment. The practices used within this style of farming and ranching also have benefits that make operations more resilient to various agricultural hazards. Few studies have addressed the role of resiliency in the transition process to regenerative agriculture… more
Date: August 2022
Creator: Boyle, Cassidy
Partner: UNT Libraries
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Understanding the Floodplain Administrator: Measuring and Analyzing Perceived Competence with Implications for Training

Description: Utilizing survey data gathered from local local level floodplain administrators (FPAs) operating within Federal Emergency Management Agency Region 6, this study provides a more nuanced understanding of perceived competency among FPAs across key floodplain management topics through the use of a principal component analysis (PCA). PCA identified six distinct components related to perceived competency among FPAs including; Modification and Update Process, General Knowledge, Grants and Programs, An… more
Date: August 2022
Creator: Keys, Chad A
Partner: UNT Libraries
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