The Not So Clean Water Act
The Clean Water Act of 1972 did not deliver on everything that it has promised and we looked at ways to safely combat its flaws.
Category: Seminar 3 (page 6)
How COVID-19 Has Affected The Moods of New York Undergraduate College Students
For our project, we sent out a survey that received over 100 responses from undergraduate New York college students that asked about how COVID-19 has affected their mental health and overall moods.
The Effect of COVID-19 on Pollen Count
Allergy seasons are more intense with environmental change. We focused on the effect of the Coronavirus on pollen count in the U.S. We used Atlanta, Georgia as a case study.
An Effective Comparison of Mosquito Population Size Pre COVID-19 and Post COVID-19
Mosquito observations in New York State took a sharp increase in 2020. We go in depth as to why this happened and how it compares to mosquito observations in previous years!
Impact of Urbanization on Bird Species
NYC is known for its urbanized setting, yet is still home to diverse wildlife populations. What impact does urbanization have on bird species?
Areas With Highest Trash Complaints Don’t Have Highest Rat Sightings
For our project, we wanted to take a closer look at what causes rat population growth and explore whether there is a link between trash accumulation and an increase in rat sightings.
A Rodent’s Best Life: More Restaurants Means More Rats
Exploring how restaurant density and new outdoor dining regulations in NYC under COVID-19 impact rat populations using NYC Open Data about rat sightings around the city.
Areas with High Infrastructure Have Lower Bird Species Richness
We tested the effect of human infrastructure on biodiversity by examining bird species richness using Audubon Christmas Bird Count Data comparing high versus low infrastructure sites from 2011 to 2018.
What is an average New York household’s impact on waste?
NYC is falling behind other major cities such as Seattle and San Francisco in terms of waste diversion. Each individual has the ability to properly dispose of materials to limit their impact on landfills and move towards a zero waste lifestyle. Greater regulation and education is necessary for New York to become a zero waste city.
Loss of Native Plant Habitat Contributes to the Increase of Endangered Species in New York
Plant species are constantly becoming endangered in New York. Our project explores what exactly endangered plant species are and what events have caused them to become endangered.
Changes Faced by New York City due to COVID-19
From the differences in air quality to changes in wildlife, the COVID-19 pandemic has transformed New York City. Our group takes a closer look at these new changes.
Urbanization of Eastern Gray Squirrels in NYC
Do you know what is the unofficial mascot of NYC? Eastern Gray Squirrel! You must have seen them around neighborhoods. Why are they urbanized? How are their living habits changed?
Canadian Geese Migration
Ever wonder why Canadian Geese migrate, where they migrate to, and how these patterns have changed over the recent years? Our project will help answer all of these questions!
A Deep Dive into Residential Food Waste in NYC
Have you ever thought about where the food in your garbage can ends up? Reading our poster will make you think twice before discarding the leftovers on your plate!
The Prevalence of Japanese Knotweed in NYC Green Spaces
You may have heard about alien invasions in popular media, but have you heard about the menace that might be on your very street: the Japanese knotweed.
We’re Going Nuts: Eastern Gray Squirrels Aid in Reforestation
The Eastern Gray Squirrel: replanting the forest one forgotten nut at a time!
Correlation between Human Population and Size and the Population of Blue Jays
NYC’s population is vastly different than that of Long Island so how would that affect the population of wildlife?
The Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Adults’ Mental Health
Have you ever wondered how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting adults’ mental health? Well, look no further! In this study, I have investigated this very question.
The Effects of Human Activity on the Hudson River
Human activity, including climate change and water pollution has had a detrimental effect on the Hudson River’s fish populations. Are they in long-term decline?
Effects of Pets on Mental Health
Previous studies have suggested a positive relationship between humans and domesticated animals and the goal of this study is to see how this relationship can vary between different age groups.