University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Spatial variation in liana effects on host‐tree allometry and biomass in an intact tropical forest

Lianas are increasing in abundance across the tropics, yet local spatial variation in their effects on host‐tree allometry and biomass, and the drivers of this variation within forests, remain poorly understood. Using field inventory, drone photogrammetry, and terrestrial laser s...

Third-order nonlinearities in organic semiconducting polymers via spatial self-phase modulation

Abstract The nonlinear refraction in two organic semiconducting polymers, namely MEH-PPV and PBDB-T, has been studied via spatial self-phase modulation (SSPM) using a 532 nm CW laser excitation. The results indicate that SSPM arises from both the optical Kerr and thermo-optical e...

Recycling through the lens of ethnic identity: a social identity perspective

Purpose Using the theory on social identity, this study aims to investigate if ethnic identity influences recycling behavior of ethnic-inspired products. Further through the lens of theory of planned behavior and extended self-theory, this study examines the underlying mechanisms...

Vertical Exposure: A Scoping Review of Bouldering Psychotherapy

The rise in popularity and accessibility of rock climbing has inspired interest in therapeutic applications of climbing activities into mental health counseling. In this scoping review, we investigate current research on Bouldering Psychotherapy (BPT) and Climbing Therapy (CT) as...