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	Supplementary data, code, and information for ‘Multidecadal climate oscillations during the past millennium driven by volcanic forcing’ (Science, Mann et al. 2021) Comparing control and forced “last millennium” simulations, we show that these apparent multidecadal oscillations are an artifact of pulses of volcanic activity during the pre-industrial era that project significantly onto the multidecadal (50-70 year) frequency band. We conclude that there is no compelling evidence for internal multidecadal oscillations in the climate system.
	A Wave-Relative Framework Analysis of AEW–MCS Interactions Leading to Tropical Cyclogenesis (Monthly Weather Review, Núñez Ocasio et al. 2020) An African easterly wave and associated MCSs dataset has been created and used to evaluate the propagation of MCSs, AEWs, and especially, the propagation of MCSs relative to the AEW they are associated with (i.e., wave-relative framework). The thermodynamic characteristics of AEW-MCS systems are also analyzed. The analysis is done for both AEW-MCS systems that develop into at least a tropical depression and those that do not to quantify significant differences between waves that undergo tropical cyclogenesis (DAEW) and those that do not (NDAEW).
	Estimating the sensitivity of regional dust sources to sea surface temperature patterns This data from the Department of Meteorology focuses explicitly on the influence of SST anomalies on dust emissions and attempts to explain the mechanisms by which SST anomalies affect seasonal dust emissions.
	Implications of electron detachment in associative collisions of atomic oxygen anion with molecular nitrogen for modeling of transient luminous events (Janalizadeh and Pasko, 2020) In this work we analyze the experimental setup in [Rayment and Moruzzi, 1978] and demonstrate that (i) vibrationally excited N2 may have in fact contaminated the results, (ii) the theoretical approach in [Rayment and Moruzzi, 1978] requires corrections, and (iii) the rate calculations provided in [Rayment and Moruzzi, 1978] are inconsistent.
	Output and Data from Semi-Analytic Functions to Calculate the Deposition Coefficients for Ice Crystal Vapor Growth in Bin and Bulk Microphysical Models (Journal of Atmospheric Sciences, Harrington, et al., 2021) This data set comprises fitting coefficients needed to calculate supersaturation-dependent deposition coefficients, along with output from model simulations. The coefficients are used in semi-analytic functions that allows fast and accurate calculations of the surface supersaturations needed for the deposition coefficients. Output are provided for test simulations that reveal the accuracy of the approximate calculations for individual crystals. Model output are also provided from test simulations using Eulerian bin and bulk cloud microphysical schemes.
	Validity of ONET Work Importance Profile web version for Spanish speaking populations Data represents the test results for the web version of ONET Work Importance Profile for Spanish speaking populations. High school and college students from Guatemala took the test in the presence of a career development professional. This test uses the same database from *ONET Career Exploration Tools from the Department of Labor of the government of the United States of America. It was translated and programmed by Geatecnologia to offer free access to career exploration tools in Spanish.
	Bedforms of Thwaites Glacier, West Antarctica: Character and Origin (Alley et al., 2020) Bedforms of Thwaites Glacier, West Antarctica both record and affect ice flow. Thwaites Glacier flows across the tectonic fabric of the West Antarctic rift system with its bedrock highs and sedimentary basins. Swath radar and seismic surveys of the glacier bed have revealed soft-sediment flutes 100 m or more high extending 15 km or more across basins downglacier from bedrock highs, and ending at prominent hard-bedded moats on stoss sides of the next topographic highs. We use simple models to show that ice flow against topography generates high pressure between ice and till upglacier along the bed over a distance that scales with the topography.
	A cluster randomized trial to reduce missed abusive head trauma in pediatric intensive care settings (Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Hymel KP, Willson DF, Boos SC, et al) We conducted a cluster randomized trial (CRT) to assess the CDR’s actual impact on missed AHT. Participants were eight U.S. pediatric intensive care units (PICU), PICU and child abuse physicians, and a consecutive sample of their young acutely head-injured patients. PICUs were stratified by projected patient volumes, matched into pairs, and randomly allocated to control (n=4) or intervention (n=4) conditions. Randomization sequences were concealed from the biostatistician assessing outcomes. Interventions and outcomes were applied at the cluster level. Interventions included initial and booster training, an AHT probability calculator, progress reports, and information sessions. At control PICUs, the CRT was strictly observational. Primary outcome measures included: (1) higher risk patients evaluated thoroughly [with skeletal survey and retinal examination], (2) lower risk patients evaluated even partially [with skeletal survey and/or retinal examination], (3) potential cases of missed AHT [i.e., patients lacking skeletal survey and/or retinal exam], and (4) estimated rates of missed AHT [among potential cases]. This data set includes de-identified individual participant (patient) data and the analytic code used to calculate the primary outcome measures.
	Metabolomics: Coralpos This data from Dr. Andrew Patterson, Patterson Research Group, of the Huck Institutes of Life Sciences, is one example of metabolomics data. Metabolomics is a tool for either discovering cellular responses to external stimuli such as toxicant administration or cataloging metabolic pathways in health and disease.
	Impacts of contrasting land-use history on composition, soils, and devlopment of mixed-oak, coastal plain forests on Shelter Island, New York This dataset by Dr. Marc Abrams, PSU Deptartment of Ecosystems Management, shows how contrasting land-use history affected: 1) tree species composition, size, and age structure; 2) soil chemistry and morphology; 3) the dominance of Smilax, a native invasive shrub; and 4) the historical ecology and successional pathways.
	Pocono Birds: Presence and Proportion on Lakes This dataset by Dr. Rob Brooks of Penn State's Riparia, is based on a pilot study in 1991 to test a method for sampling avian communities on a series of lakes in northeastern Pennsylvania and to determine whether differences between undisturbed and disturbed sites could be detected from a census period consisting of two surveys taken during the breeding season.
	Inventory and Assessment of Invertebrate Biodiversity at Gettysburg National Military Park & Eisenhower National Historic Site This data, from Dr. K.C. Kim, PSU Department of Entomology, is a series of taxon-based surveys and research projects conducted to document flora and fauna. Data include presence, abundance, and distribution of resident species of a number of major plant and animal taxa, namely vertebrates and vascular plants.
	Air Quality and Awareness of Ground-level Ozone in the Delaware Valley This report by Dr. Al Luloff and Dr. Mark Brennan, Department of Agricultural Economics, summarize a study undertaken by the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission on concern about air pollution and awareness of ozone-related issues among residents of the Phila-Wilmington-Trenton metro area.
	Toward an Interactional Approach to Sustainable Community Development This data by Dr. Al Luloff and Dr. J. Bridger, Department of Agricultural Economics, delineates the central features of the sustainable community, assess obstacles to achieving sustainable communities, and present a conceptual framework for sustainable community development based on an interactional approach to community.
	Biofuel Feedstock Potential in the Chesapeake Bay- Abandoned Cropland This data from Dr. Tom Richard, Penn State Institutes of Energy & the Environment, is intended to illustrate the potential for biofuel production in the Chesapeake Bay, in a manner that does not compete with current food or fiber production. This data was used in support of a Chesapeake Bay Commission report titled: "Chesapeake Biofuel Policies: Balancing Energy, Economy and Environment" published in 2010.
	CFF/EETT Evaluation Project - 2007-2011 This data from Dr. Rose Baker, Dr. R. Clausen, & Dr. Kyle Peck, Penn State College of Education, is from the CFF/EETT Evaluation Project. The goal of this project is to collect and share data describing changes in the factors that are hypothesized to enhance student performance by improving achievement on standardized examinations and promoting student engagement and the development of 21st Century knowledges and skills..
	Pennsylvania Habitat Alliance: Hunters Attitudes & Behaviors This data is contributed by Dr. Al Luloff, Dr. Mark Brennan, Dr. J. Bridger, Department of Agricultural Economics, Dr. D. Diefenbach, Dr. J Finley, Dr. G. San Julian, Ecosystem Science Management, & Dr. H. Zinn, Dept. of Recreation, Park, & Tourism Management. There were three basic objectives in this study effort: a. to generate current hunter profiles; b. to assess hunter support of antler restriction proposals; and c. to assess hunter support for an October antlerless season.
	Biofuel Feedstock Potential in the Chesapeake Bay- Current Cropland This data from Dr. Tom Richard, Penn State Institutes of Energy & the Environment, shows potential land area for the production of biofuel feedstocks, such as winter barley, winter rye and switchgrass. Areas and corresponding crop production totals are aggregated by HUC6 boundaries for the Chesapeake Bay.
	Biodiversity Inventory & Assessment of the National Guard Training Center at FT. Indiantown Gap, PA This data and report from Dr. K.C. Kim, Department. of Entomology, results from a cooperative project aimed to explore and document the state of biodiversity and to provide baseline information on the total biodiversity of the FIG-NGTC ecosystem. This information would be used to develop a comprehensive biodiversity database and site-specific monitoring system for the ecologically sustainable management of habitats and natural resources at the PDMVA/FTIG National Guard Training Center.
	Economic Impact on Adams County: Effects of Gettysburg National Military Park and Eisenhower National Historic Site This data by Dr. Al Luloff, Dr. Mark Brennan, and Dr. J. Bridger, Department of Agricultural Economics, reports on the findings of a multi-pronged study of the Economic Impact of Tourism on Adams County, Pennsylvania. This area is home to two large and popular tourist destinations, the Gettysburg National Military Park and the Eisenhower National Historic Site (both in Gettysburg).
	Shenandoah National Park - biodiversity associated with Eastern Hemlock forests This data and report from Dr. K.C. Kim, Department of Entomology, examines the eastern hemlock which may be particularly important in the mid-Atlantic region, where it is one of few native conifers found within the eastern deciduous forest and a major component of many remaining old-growth forest stands.
	Community-Based Forestry: A Framework for Analysis This data by Dr. Al Luloff & Dr. Jim Finley, Dept. of Agricultural Economics, addresses current issues affecting U.S. community-based forestry, emphasizing the community concept and also provides local examples to demonstrate the community-based forestry process.
	Pennsylvania Schools This data by Dr. Tim Dolney, Division of Environmental Sciences, Penn State Altoona, portrays the approximate location of Public Schools (Regular Elementary, Regular Elementary/Secondary, Occupational CTC, Special Education, Regular Secondary, Comprehensive CTC, Adult CTC, State Operated Educational Facility).
	Pathways and Consequences of the Introduction of Non-indigenous Insects and Arachnids in the United States This data and report from Dr. K.C. Kim, Department of Entomology, discusses insects and arachnids, which are the largest group of organisms on the planet Earth; the estimated diversity is 10-30 million species. These small and highly mobile arthropods are easily dispersed, and in addition to their innate behavior, insects and arachnids continue to invade new habitats and territories through anthropogenic routes.
	Building Sustainable Communities in Forested Regions This data is contributed by Dr. Al Luloff, Dr. Mark Brennan, Dr. J. Bridger, Department of Agricultural Economics, Dr. J Finley, Ecosystem Science Management, is from a demonstration project provides a protocol for better understanding those factors that contribute to sustainable forest-based economic development in timber dependent counties in the Northeast. Such knowledge advances our ability to create economic development strategies that meet the needs of rural people while simultaneously enhancing environmental resources.
	Stone Valley Trails This data is contributed by the PSU Forest Management Office, is a line shapefile of the rtrails constructed and maintained by the PSU Forestland Mgmt. Office located within Stone Valley Recreation Area.

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