Bright Academic Experts

Category: Environmental science

  • dampak positif ekonomi bagi rakyat indonesia

    1 pendapatan masyarakat yg meningkat yg menyebapkn ekonomi naik serta berdirinyaa banyak usaha

    Requirements:

  • Environmental Science Question

    Write a dispute resolution paper on offshore fishing in California in MLA 9 format with work cited page. There is rising need for sustainable seafood but there is concern for marine ecosystems. Incorporate the Gaia theory or the Noah principle or managing nature, which is described by Charles Darwin: “Man selects only for his own goodHe does not rigidly destroy all inferior animals, but protects during each varying season, as far as lies in his power, all his productions [that are] plainly useful to him”. I attached one of the sources to use as a pdf and it needs 5 in total. I will also attach what I have so far I have almost 3 pages but I need 6 pages in total. Here are 5 sources citations with quotations to include:

    Halpern, Benjamin S., et al. Assessing the Health of the U.S. West Coast with a Regional-Scale Application of the Ocean Health Index. PloS One, vol. 9, no. 6, June 2014, p. e98995. EBSCOhost, https://doi-org.mtsac.idm.oclc.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0098995.

    Quotes: We found that current status scores for individual goals have gotten worse in the past decade or so (with the exception of recent improvements in lasting special places an livelihoods and economies for some sub-regions), but in most cases the near future looks better than the present (Figs. 3, 4). Assessment of the likely future status rewards the presence of regulatory and management measures; however, as data do not often exist on effectiveness of these measures, future estimates may be overly optimistic. In addition, the likely future status makes incorporates the potential impacts of climate change only as current climate-related pressures and not estimates of future conditions. Regardless, these differences highlight the importance of having time-series and maintaining on-going records of both ecological and governance information in order to understand likely future changes.

    The process of pulling together the information necessary to calculate the Index serves as a means to systematically evaluate where key gaps remain. Such gaps are a perpetual challenge for managers and policy makers. Prioritizing efforts to fill those gaps remains critical. The assessment here also highlights the need for new or continued assessment of pressures and resilience measures, not only of status variables, for effective assessment of overall ocean health.

    Naylor, Rosamund L., et al. Salmon Aquaculture in the Pacific Northwest: A Global Industry With Local Impacts. Environment, vol. 45, no. 8, Oct. 2003, pp. 1839. EBSCOhost, https://doi-org.mtsac.idm.oclc.org/10.1080/00139150309604562.

    Ruff, Elizabeth O., et al. State Marine Aquaculture Policy Dashboard Improves Transparency and Accessibility for Growing Industry. PloS One, vol. 19, no. 9, Sept. 2024, p. e0310602. EBSCOhost, https://doi-org.mtsac.idm.oclc.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0310602.

    S. Suhartini, and Larsen Barasa. Advancing Sustainable Aquaculture: Integrating Offshore and Coastal Practices for Maritime Sustainability. Journal of Biological Education Indonesia (Jurnal Pendidikan Biologi Indonesia), vol. 11, no. 1, Jan. 2025, pp. 18694. EBSCOhost, research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=8e453481-83cc-3dc5-8587-d5285e0ec081.

    Offshore systems demonstrated superior structural resilience and automation capabilities, essential for operations in harsher marine environments. Coastal practices scored higher in the integration of ecosystem-based practices, reflecting their reliance on natural habitats and focus on minimizing environmental impacts.

    integrating these systems can maximize aquaculture productivity, reduce environmental impacts, and support socio-economic development.

    The findings revealed the critical role of interdisciplinary collaboration, with educators leading knowledge-sharing efforts, professionals offering practical insights, and graduates contributing innovative ideas.

    Sustainable aquaculture is essential to meeting the growing global demand for seafood while addressing environmental and socio-economic challenges.

    Jarvis, Laura E. Lessons from Land to Sea: An Informed Approach to Offshore Aquaculture Regulation. Boston University Law Review, vol. 102, no. 3, Apr. 2022, pp. 1083128. EBSCOhost, research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=3c5df380-9ec6-3ed5-aa60-ed3fd4f7a4a9.

    Here’s what I have done : As people become more cautious of where their food is coming from, seafood has taken the spotlight for its environmental and economic concerns. Global demand for seafood continuously rises, pressuring the United States to expand domestic seafood production. More specifically, California is one of the main topics where debates of offshore aquaculture is taking place. Environmental organizations have expressed their concern about ecosystem damages, pollution, and risks to marine biodiversity. On the other hand, seafood producers and policymakers prioritize the economic opportunity and food security with offshore fishing. On both sides of the argument, consumers lack crucial knowledge about the sustainability of the seafood consumed.

    The United States relies heavily on international countries for importing seafood, which does not go through U.S. health or environmental regulations. There are rising concerns about the health quality of imported seafood and whether its ethically sourced. On the other hand, seafood production is expanding, causing concerns about the environmental damages to aquatic ecosystems from offshore fishing. Using a Rogerian approach, this paper will explore a common ground between both sides of the complex issue. Californias offshore aquaculture is examined to suggest a carefully regulated and research based offshore aquaculture system that protects marine ecosystems while increasing sustainable and safe seafood for civilians.

    One of the main concerns is the heavy dependence of imported seafood, which avoids U.S. health and environmental regulations. Research shows that most seafood consumed in the U.S. is from international sources, which raises concerns about its consumer and sustainability standards. In the article, How Americans Can Get More Safe, Sustainable Seafood on Their Plates, the author highlights that up to 85% of American seafood is imported, and it is estimated that half of that is farmed (Schwaab). Supporters of domestic aquaculture insist the environmental and health regulations in other countries do not live up to U.S. standards, causing serious concerns for public food health. Not only are there health concerns, but it is argued that importing seafood limits the economic opportunities of coastal cities in the U.S. Supporters that stand for domestic aquaculture believe producing seafood locally would increase food safety, open more job opportunities, and give demanding consumers sustainable protein.

    On the other hand, it is argued that domestic aquaculture will cause significant damage to marine ecosystems without serious regulations. The article explains that equipment failures can lead to more pollution that endangers wildlife, and fish escapes could interfere with wild fisheries, upsetting delicate ecosystems that support existing livelihoods (Schwaab). There is not enough research on domestic aquaculture, therefore, experimenting with offshore fishing locally could cause significant damage to the environment.

    The author fights for the SEAfood Act, an act that fights to establish sustainable offshore aquaculture domestically. This act would allow scientists to take risks in order to construct scientific studies to develop American offshore aquaculture. The author argues, its a thoughtful, necessary way to close knowledge gaps, set strong standards that inform future regulations and ensure that aquaculture in the U.S. grows within guidelines that are truly sustainable (Schwaab).

    Looking at the complexity of the issue, it is clear that offshore aquaculture is unavoidable and must have a sustainable resolution. There is a challenging balance of environmental responsibility and the risk of various public health and environmental standards. By exploring scientific research and regulations, the U.S. congress should be able to find a solution in which both parties concerns are addressed.

    Requirements:

  • Week 4

    • Read Chapters 6 & 7.

    Our Global Environment 8th Edition, Nadakavukaren

    ISBN 13: 978-1-4786-3771-4

    • Read through the following and view the videos.
    • Find a news article within the past 3 months related to one of the topics covered this week (hint – searching key words found in the chapter).
    • Describe your related personal application or personal experience with the subject matter (see Syllabus for details). An example paper is included in Files. It must be between 200-300 words and must include in-text and full citation at end of paper in MLA format.
    • Submit your paper via the link below.

    Here are some questions to keep in mind as you read the chapter in the book and as you go through the other content:

    • What is a zoonotic disease?
    • What percent of infectious diseases (in humans) are zoonotic?
    • In Environmental Health, what do we mean by a vector?
    • What does biomagnification mean?
    • What chemicals lead to decreased learning/intelligence in children?
    • Whats the difference between a toxin and toxicant?

    Study this set of slides:

    View these videos (captioned) and websites:

  • Groundwater nitrate prediction using machine learning and un…

    Refine the overall content Improve clarity, academic flow, and strengthen the Discussion & Conclusion sections. Validate the experimental design and results Check if the data split, model comparisons, and interpretations are methodologically sound and free from leakage or bias. Review uncertainty and conclusions Ensure conformal prediction, control chart integration, and overall claims are statistically justified and suitable for journal submission. Deadline: Monday, Feb 16, 2026 12:59 PM.

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): RA.pdf

    Note: Content extraction from these files is restricted, please review them manually.

  • Groundwater nitrate prediction using machine learning and un…

    Refine the overall content Improve clarity, academic flow, and strengthen the Discussion & Conclusion sections. Validate the experimental design and results Check if the data split, model comparisons, and interpretations are methodologically sound and free from leakage or bias. Review uncertainty and conclusions Ensure conformal prediction, control chart integration, and overall claims are statistically justified and suitable for journal submission. Deadline: Monday, Feb 16, 2026 12:59 PM.

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): RA.pdf

    Note: Content extraction from these files is restricted, please review them manually.

  • Are we Conserving Ohios Climate Resilient Lands?

    The goal of this assignment is to practice synthesizing information from credible sources to create a cohesive, informative written academic report designed for an expert audience.

    Instructions:

    Step 1: Review Your Initiative

    Take a moment to refresh your knowledge of the specific Nature Conservancy habitat conservation initiative you selected in Week 1 and think about the audience you need to address. You will be writing this report for other Nature Conservancy professionals and experts in your field, so you will be writing in a formal and objective manner.

    Step 2: Synthesize Your Research

    As the Staff Researcher, you will use credible resources to compile a Research Report.

    Your Research Report must synthesize information from a minimum of 5 sources. You may use the resources you found in Week 1 as the Research Intern as well as any additional sources that are relevant to your selected conservation initiative.

    While developing your synthesis, make sure you are also considering the appropriate writing elements described in the Learning Materials, including:

    • Organization
    • Tone
    • Evidence
    • Attribution
    • Clarity
    • Cohesion

    Double check that you are synthesizing (not summarizing) ideas from your sources using the

    , and that you are providing appropriate in-text citations and a list of references at the end of your report.

    Your report should be written in the third person perspective (avoid using I, me, and my).

    Step 3: Develop Your Evidence

    In week 1, as the Research Intern, you considered why your selected project was important why it mattered. This week you will support this position with evidence as the Staff Researcher. You are providing evidence from your sources to prove that your stance is well-informed.

    Note: You may need to find additional sources to support your position.

    Step 4: Length & Formatting

    Write 400500 words using APA style throughout your report. Your writing should include in-text citations and a References page to support your claims.

    Follow this organization:

    • Title Page Include your report title, your name, and the date.
    • Introduction Begin with a short paragraph that introduces your topic, explains your research question, and tells the reader why the issue matters. (Do not label this section Introduction.)
    • Background or Literature Review Summarize and synthesize what credible sources say about the issue. This section shows the landscape of whats already known.
    • Analysis or Discussion Explain the major themes, findings, or insights from your research. Connect ideas across sources and note where authors agree or disagree.
    • Conclusion Summarize what youve learned, highlight key takeaways, and identify remaining questions or possible next steps for future research.
    • References List all sources cited in APA format using hanging indents.

    Formatting Guidelines:

    • Double-spaced text, 1-inch margins, 12-point Times New Roman font
    • Clear section headings for each labeled part of the report (except the Introduction)
    • Submit as a Word (.docx) or PDF (.pdf) file

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): week1 Annotated bibliography.docx

    Note: Content extraction from these files is restricted, please review them manually.

  • Water quality in community

    Write a 750-1,000-word essay about water quality in your community that addresses the following points: Obtain a water quality report from your local municipality within the last two years and discuss what you found in the report. Identify a water quality issue happening in your community and where the pollution comes from. This includes point sources (for example, water discharge from a factory; contamination from a Superfund site), non-point sources (for example, agricultural runoff), and natural sources. Describe how the pollution source is impacting the environment and human health in your community, and provide two examples of each. Identify three management practices to minimize water pollution. Remember to support your data and information with appropriate citations. A minimum of five peer-reviewed references must be included. Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

  • Hexane

    1. Choose a Pollutant: Hexane 2. Use the Assignment Template: Use the attached “Week 5 Assignment – Pollutant Analysis Table” template and fill in the table with concise bullet points, providing sufficient detail to show your reasoning. For example, instead of writing “can pollute water,” write “can infiltrate the ground and contaminate groundwater.” Your table should include the following rows: Pollutant name, CAS number, and chemical formula Classification of the pollutant type Other major sources and/or uses of the pollutant Impacts on the lithosphere Impacts on the hydrosphere Effects on ecosystem health Hazards to human health 3. Follow the Template Instructions: The template contains instructional text to guide you. Delete this text before submitting your assignment. Writing Guidelines Context and Purpose: Provide a concise overview of the pollutant for a professional audience (e.g., an environmental commission or organization). Sources and Evidence: Use reliable sources, include in-text citations as needed, and provide a reference list in APA format. If you use a generative AI tool, cite and reference it. Writing Style: Write in your own words, with no grammar or spelling errors. Be concise and use bullet points. Format and Layout: Present the information in table format. Additional Tips Review the Grading Rubric: Check the detailed grading rubric before starting the assignment. Use the Student Example Week 5 Assignment: For guidance on completing this pollutant research and analysis activity, please refer to the Student Example Week 5 Assignment attached to these instructions and the Week 5 Announcement.

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): ENHS 300_Week 5 Assignment – Student Example – Acetone.pdf, ENHS 300_Week 5 Assignment Template_Pollutant Analysis Table.docx

    Note: Content extraction from these files is restricted, please review them manually.

  • SC225: Unit 3 Discussion

    Unit 3: Environmental Health and Toxicology

    Human health is directly impacted by the quality of the environment we live in. Polluted air, water, and soil can all have negative effects on public health.

    Post 1: Initial Response

    Chemical pollutants, such as pesticides, heavy metals, and industrial chemicals, can have profound effects on both human health and the environment. As students of environmental science, it is crucial to understand the pathways through which these substances enter our bodies and ecosystems, their toxicological impacts, and the measures we can take to mitigate these risks.

    This week, you can choose from the following three case studies, then answer the questions provided below. You can begin your research using your textbook on the pages noted below, and supplement with outside research in the PG Library, or using other credible sources.

    • Withgott, J. H., & Laposata, M. (2021). Environment: The science behind the stories, PDF ebook. Pearson Higher Ed.

    Case Studies:

    • Flint, Michigan lead contamination in the water supply. (p. 367). (DO THIS ONE)
    • The use of industrial chemicals such as BPA and phthalates and their role as endocrine-disruptors. (pp. 359-361)
    • The use of pesticides in agriculture. (pp. 251-252 and pp. 368-370)
    1. Briefly describe the case study you chose and identify the pollutant of concern.
    2. How does this pollutant enter human bodies and the ecosystem? Consider various pathways such as air, water, soil, and food.
    3. What are some of the short-term and long-term health effects of exposure to the pollutant you chose? Provide specific examples.
    4. How does this pollutant affect ecosystems?
    5. What are the impacts on wildlife, nutrient cycles, air, water, etc.?
    6. How concerned are you about environmental toxins?
    7. Do you think that there should be more regulations to control these pollutants?
    8. What steps can individuals and communities take to reduce their exposure to toxic chemicals and protect environmental health?

    Attached is Flint, Michigan Lead chapter

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): Chapter 14 Flint Michigan Lead.docx

    Note: Content extraction from these files is restricted, please review them manually.

  • Effects and prevention of Acetone, Butanal, Carbon Disulfide…

    ASSIGNMENT: Module 3 – Designing Healthy Interiors/Indoor Air Quality – My topic – How do these chemicals affect us: Acetone, Butanal, Carbon Disulfide, Acetic Acid, and Ethanol – How do we prevent these from entering a home? – Where might these chemicals be found in a home? Instructions- – Include topic title and the names of each team member on first slide. – Express at least 5 key narrative points. – Include at least 3 images. – Minimum of 6 slides, maximum of 12. – Customize and edit text (do not just paste in original text). – Use font sizes of 18 points or larger. – Simplify and summarize all content to make it clear and easy to understand. – Graphics should be professional but also express a unique vibe (avoid using pre-built template graphics). – Spell check content. – Cite sources.

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): Chapter 15 Maintaining Health Air Quality.pdf

    Note: Content extraction from these files is restricted, please review them manually.