Research: South Dakota State University, Spring 2015

CONTENTS: Cyanide: Prototype detects cyanide poisoning in 70 seconds [Page] 2Grapes: Plant scientists help improve cold-hardy grape varieties, develop local wine industry [Page] 3Plant-derived compound may reduce cancer recurrence, spread [Page] 5Imagining tool targets degenerative diseases [Page] 5Nutrient-gene interaction research inspires Nelson Scholarship winner [Page] 6Bridge girder: Improved bridge girder design can save taxpayers money [Page] 7Microgrids help integrate renewables, maintain power flow [Page] 9Tobacco: Nursing researchers document positive effects of tobacco-free policies [Page] 10Rehab Counseling: rehabilitation counselors improve lives of disabled clients [Page] 11Vocational rehab support puts asthmatic on university career path [Page] 11Licensing agreement puts quality seeds in producers\u27 hands [Page] 11https://openprairie.sdstate.edu/research_mag/1006/thumbnail.jp