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1. Letters to the Editor.

Author

Brightman, H.J., Rodbard, David, Bross, Irwin D.J., Escobar, Luis A., Watts, Donald G., Brewer, James K., Guenther, William C., and Weisberg, Herbert I.

Subjects
STATISTICS, STATISTICAL sampling, GOVERNMENT publications
Abstract

Focuses on issues of the statistical community in the United States. Suggestion of a method for teaching difficult areas of statistics; Comparison of three sampling designs; Erosion in the quality and integrity of statistical studies in federal agencies.

Published
1982
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2. Mapping parasite transmission risk from white-tailed deer to a declining moose population.

Author

Escobar, Luis E., Moen, Ron, Craft, Meggan E., and VanderWaal, Kimberly L.

Subjects
WHITE-tailed deer, MOOSE, LIVER flukes, PARASITES, ECOLOGICAL niche
Abstract

White-tailed deer (WTD; Odocoileus virginianus) are the definitive hosts of meningeal worm (Parelaphostrongylus tenuis) and liver fluke (Fascioloides magna); two parasites implicated in the decline of moose populations (Alces alces) in northern USA. Understanding which areas pose transmission risk may contribute to effective mitigation of these parasites in imperiled moose populations. Our objective was to predict areas of potential P. tenuis and F. magna transmission risk in terms of landscape features and deer density. Analyses were based on biogeographic and ecological factors related to both parasites. Using ecological niche modeling tools, remote sensing satellite data, field sampling, and estimated densities of WTD in Minnesota, we characterized current suitable environmental conditions for F. magna and P. tenuis across the historical range of moose in the state and identified potential areas for the occurrence of these parasites in unsampled areas. Our results help elucidate risky landscapes for F. magna and P. tenuis transmission by identifying geographic locations where WTD occur at high densities and with the landscape features suitable for the parasites. High-risk areas identified by our models may guide future surveillance, conservation, and management plans by identifying hotspots of potential infection of these parasites from WTD to moose populations. Our study shows the applicability of ecological niche modeling tools for investigating disease transmission risks of complex parasite systems for conservation purposes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2019
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3. Why Do I Have To Do It Like That?

Author

Escobar, Luis

Subjects
CONSTRUCTION laws, U.S. states, HEATING & ventilation industry, CONTRACTORS
Abstract

The author discusses the development of the model building codes and how they become law in various states in the U.S. Topics include the national model codes from the International Code Council (ICC) that affect the heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) industry, the different adoption process of building codes in each state, and the need for HVAC contractors to participate in developing the codes.

Published
2015

4. ACCA 12 QH Is THE Home Performance Standard.

Author

Escobar, Luis

Subjects
REVISIONS, BIBLIOGRAPHY, INFORMATION resources
Abstract

The article presents the revisions to the 12 Quality Homes (QH) Home Evaluation and Performance Improvement Standard of the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA). It states that the referenced procedures were evaluated to ensure that they are acceptable. It notes that various original requirements were moved to informative Appendix B. It mentions the update to the pertinent bibliography and resources.

Published
2014

5. Definitive Design: ACCA's Manual D Revised.

Author

Escobar, Luis

Subjects
INFORMATION resources management, TECHNICAL manuals, ENERGY consumption, SYSTEMS design
Abstract

The article discusses the availability of the Air Conditioning Contractors of America's (ACCAs) Manual D which offers tips to ensure the energy efficiency for the residential area in the U.S. It highlights several steps to break down the residential duct system design including external static pressure (ESP), to sum up the component pressure losses (CPL) and to calculate the system of friction rate. It notes that duct systems can be assigned to poor system performance.

Published
2014

6. Encapsulated Attics At A Glance.

Author

Escobar, Luis

Subjects
ATTICS
Abstract

The article offers information on the benefits of encapsulated attics to homes in the U.S.

Published
2012

7. Putting the "Q" in "QA".

Author

Escobar, Luis

Subjects
DESIGN templates, CONTRACTORS
Abstract

The article offers information on Quality Assured (QA) program developed by Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) in support of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) Energy Star for Homes Program. It informs that the EPA has established a requirement for all the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) contractors to work on Energy Star Version 3 homes. It reflects that ACCA is also developing templates to assist QA Program applicants.

Published
2012

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