Date of Graduation
Spring 5-22-2015
Document Access
Project/Capstone - Global access
Degree Name
Master of Science in Environmental Management (MSEM)
College/School
College of Arts and Sciences
Department/Program
Environmental Management
First Advisor
Cynthia Lowney
Second Advisor
Tracy Benning
Abstract
Previous studies and empirical evidence suggest norovirus outbreaks in California exhibit correlation with environmental variables and exhibit spatial spread patterns. Few studies have been done looking at what causes norovirus seasonality in temperate climates and more research is needed on the regional level. This study aims to find what relationships exist with outbreak occurrence and environmental variables in California, as well as any spatial patterns of spread or clustering of outbreaks. Spatial analysis tools were used to find any relationships between California norovirus outbreak data and environmental variables. The results showed a south to north spread of outbreaks in California and potential correlation with outbreaks and lower temperatures and higher relative humidity. More research is needed to substantiate the correlation with outbreaks and environmental variables.
Recommended Citation
Groen, Alexandra, "A Geospatial Analysis of Norovirus Outbreaks in California, and an Investigation of the Impact of Environmental Variables" (2015). Master's Projects and Capstones. 136.
https://repository.usfca.edu/capstone/136
