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2018 - Groundwater Management In California, Michael Hanemann

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In 2014, the California legislature for the first time took some steps to create a framework for regulating groundwater pumping in over-drafted basins by adopting the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA), representing California's first statewide groundwater management planning program. SGMA called for local agencies to develop groundwater sustainability plans within the next five to seven years and then achieve sustainable levels of groundwater extraction by approximately 2040 to 2045. California's prior efforts to regulate groundwater extraction is discussed, as well as groundwater depletion.

Progress In Micro-Layered Fast Neutron Detectors, Priyarshini Ghosh, W. Fu, Mark J. Harrison, Patrick K. Doyle, Jeremy A. Roberts, D. S. Mcgregor

Symposium on Advanced Sensors and Modeling Techniques for Nuclear Reactor Safety

The study of accident tolerant fuels is ongoing at the Transient Reactor Test Facility (TREAT) at Idaho National Laboratory. The TREAT Facility provides quick, high-energy neutron pulses that simulate various accident conditions. These neutron pulses are presently detected using an array of fast-neutron detectors called Hornyak buttons. Hornyak buttons suffer from poor detection efficiency and significant Ĉerenkov radiation contamination in the signal. A new enabling technology, the micro-layered fast-neutron detector (MLFD), is presented to monitor neutron flux changes during mild-to-severe reactor accidents. The MLFD was designed to overcome the shortcomings of the Hornyak buttons and to improve detection efficiency. The …

Get Published! (Continuing Education Workshop For Medical Professionals), Benjamin Saracco, Amanda C. Adams

Benjamin Saracco

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Get Published! (Continuing Education Workshop For Medical Professionals), Benjamin Saracco, Amanda C. Adams

Amanda C. Adams

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Barrier Tracker - Using Citizen Science To Build The Most Comprehensive Atlas Of Barriers In Europe, David J. Kilbey, Arjan Berkhuysen, Rosa Olivo Del Amo, Herman Wanningen

International Conference on Engineering and Ecohydrology for Fish Passage

There is already a substantial amount of data in existence on the barriers within European rivers. However, even for the most comprehensively audited countries, data is patchy and often of poor quality. Proper assessment and prioritisation of remedial action cannot be undertaken until the full picture is known. Barrier Tracker, part of the Adaptive Management of Barriers in European Rivers (AMBER) project, seeks to address this issue by using a smartphone app to crowd-source data from across Europe. Initially available in 9 languages the app allows anyone to record the barriers they encounter. The app has been designed to allow …

Warning, It's A Catfish! Novel Approaches Are Needed To Study The Effects Of Rapid Decompression On Benthonic Species, Luiz Silva, Bernardo Beirão, Ricardo Falcao, Audrey Castro, Edson Dias

International Conference on Engineering and Ecohydrology for Fish Passage

Barotrauma due to rapid decompression has been recorded as the most common injury among fish captured in the tailrace of hydropower dams in Brazil, with catfishes representing the majority of them. Nevertheless, studies investigating barotrauma on catfish are scarce, with the majority determining dose-response curves and thresholds of pressure changes for nektonic species as salmonids. Experiments conducted with Pimelodus pictus showed that the current hypo-hyperbaric chambers used to study barotrauma in nektonic species have limitations when applied to benthic groups. The negative buoyancy showed by the catfish prevent the definition of the acclimation pressure of the fish prior to exposure …

Presentation: Estrogen Levels Effects On Sex-Dimorphic Skills And Mood, Kathryn Szymanski

Kathryn Szymanski

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The Alaska Model Of Fish Passage Policy, William J. Rice

International Conference on Engineering and Ecohydrology for Fish Passage

Since Alaska was a territory, safeguarding fish migration has been recognized both in state statutes as early as 1959 and in development of policy at local and interdepartmental levels. Implementation of these statutes over the years has resulted in relatively few dams or diversions on Alaskan fish-bearing waters with most of the policy emphasis in refining fish passage across road crossings, particularly culvert installations. Policy was supported by pioneering work in fish passage research, assessment and culvert design, so much so that it formed the basis of modern approaches to fish passage at road crossings across the nation. Collaborative efforts …

Come Get A Taste Of Our "Pb And J: Positive Behavior Journey", Ulysses J. Smallwood, Kine' Geathers

Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference

Established in 1971, Seaborn Lee has long been known as a place parents can confidently send their children. However, as times changed, Seaborn Lee started to experience challenges in behavior, discipline, and how the staff responded to those challenges. Prior to implementing School Wide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support (SWPBIS), students were missing more days of class than there were school days in the year. In 2012-2013, administrators reported nearly 300 behavior incidents that led to students missing instruction and 421 days in which students were suspended or in office time out. The types of behaviors which were leading to …

Computational Techniques For Scattering Amplitudes, Juliano A. Everett

Publications and Research

Scattering amplitudes in quantum field theory can be described as the probability of a scattering process to happen within a high energy particle interaction, as well as a bridge between experimental measurements and the prediction of the theory.

In this research project, we explore the Standard Model of Particle Theory, it’s representation in terms of Feynman diagrams and the algebraic formulas associated with each combination.

Using the FeynArts program as a tool for generating Feynman diagrams, we evaluate the expressions of a set of physical processes, and explain why these techniques become necessary to achieve this goal.

Smart Iot Sprinkler System, Galib F. Rahman

Publications and Research

The average family spends more than $1000 in water costs per year. One-way water is commonly wasted in many households is via inefficient sprinkler systems for lawns. Current technology has enabled the development of automatic sprinkler systems, which can be preconfigured to operate at desired times of day and intervals. Although these systems may reduce the amount of water utilized overall, they are not weather forecast aware. In situations when rainfall is upcoming the systems still water the lawn. In this project, we plan to implement a smart sprinkler system that has full awareness of upcoming weather and take account …

Instances Of Influenza In The United States Visualized, Parth Patel

Publications and Research

The Tycho Project collects large data sets related to healthcare and in particular, instances and geographical information of diseases. We look at the instance counts and locations of Influenza from 1919-1951 across the United States. We hope to find seasonal and geographical insight to the spread of the disease.

Solar & Rain Catching Canopy "Urban Oasis 2", Afolabi Ibitoye, Cheriyah Wilmot, Alexander Aptekar, Grzegorz Kosieradzki, Kaiyrgul Sultanova, Jude Vallon

Publications and Research

The accumulation of water runoff during rain storms is a major problem in New York City’s combination water systems, forcing water treatment plants to release untreated excess water. To avoid overfilling of the sewer system by this grey water, pocket parks and gardens will be used to absorb the excess rainfall. We will be harnessing nature’s resources with current technologies such as: solar panels combined with rain catching canopies, to beautify the environment, educate the public about sustainability, stimulate growth to local businesses through increased foot traffic and bringing social awareness on environmental issues.

The canopies are designed to collect …

The Representation Of Asians In Hollywood, Michelle Li

Publications and Research

Hollywood has a long history of failing to represent America's diversity. This is especially pronounced in its lack of representation of Asian Americans. According to The Hollywood Reporter, in 2017, only 4.8 percent of the 4454 speaking characters were Asian. The industry works in biased and prejudiced ways towards Asians, restricting them from truly revealing their true selves instead of how they are portrayed by stereotypes.

Analysis Of Land Surface Temperature Over Urban Landcover Types Using Satellite Remote Sensing And Ground-Based Applications, Makini Valentine, Justine Ginchereau

Publications and Research

Urban areas have discrete differences in their land surface temperatures (LST) compared to rural areas. These regions are covered with impermeable materials with less vegetation and moisture. Consequently, this phenomenon causes major thermal intensities of different land surfaces, negatively impact people and environment. The objective of this project is to examine and to compare land surface temperature obtained from in-situ data and satellite-based observations in order to understand the diurnal variation and heat transfer at each surface type. The study utilizes series of hand held thermal infrared cameras and one Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) infrared camera to find land surface …

Chemistry Student Attitudes And Utilization Of Office Hours, Dieng Barbacar, Edgar Gomez, Andre Rodriguez

Publications and Research

While research has demonstrated that faculty-student interactions increase retention and graduation rates, faculty often report that their office hours are underutilized. To better understand students’ attitudes, usage and plans towards faculty hours a survey was administered in the second to third week of the fall 2018 semester to students in 5 sections of general chemistry courses. The goal was to better understand how students perceive the benefits and hindrances of office hours, along with current or planned attendance. Prior to survey administration, it was speculated that not attending office hours could be because they were not scheduled at a convenient …

Making Connections: Developing Learning Resources For Students In Dining Room Operation, Bannesa Espinal

Publications and Research

Have you ever opened a bottle of wine and perhaps interpreted serving it as if you were a fine dining restaurant server? In the department of Hospitality Management at New York City College of Technology, we emphasize providing the best quality of service through a series of hands on experience laboratories. Particularly in Dining Room Operations, faculty focus on providing students every resource possible to execute and become comfortable while providing high quality service. Students with minimal knowledge of wine or those who are yet to work in the industry face difficulty understanding the wine profile and most importantly service …

Investigating The Impact Of Oxidative Stress On Tetrahymena Thermophila Sirtuin,Thd 18, Emmanuel Dubuisson

Publications and Research

Sirtuins are a family of enzymes that fulfill various important biological functions. Investigators have looked for the implication of Sirtuin genes in cell signaling mechanisms, in the formation and silencing of heterochromatin, in the regulation of ion channels, and in the modulation of the cellular redox reactions[2]. Different model organisms have been previously used to conduct these studies; among them, there are yeasts, nematodes, and fruit flies. Each one has made some valuable contribution into the vast body of knowledge related to this field.

However, gaps in the understanding of Sirtuins functions still remain to be filled. In this optic, …

Coaching Through The Tfi And Using Eoy Data, Shantay S. Evans

Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference

PRESENTATION ABSTRACT: Teams are coached to enhance efficiency and effectiveness by Working Smarter, not Harder to implement the PBIS framework. Implementing the PBIS framework with fidelity and incorporating input from all stakeholders (staff, students, family, and community) to help shape practices are at the core of increasing PBIS sustainability. Parents and community members who attend this presentation can learn more about the strategies teams use to incorporate feedback and provide beneficial information for use in the home and within their local communities, industries, and businesses.

This school year, teams used the Tiered Fidelity Inventory to measure their perceptions of PBIS …

Growing Student Leaders As Part Of A School-Wide Pbis Program, Melanie D. James, Nora Fowler

Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference

In efforts to build students' capacity, instill a sense of responsibility, and involve students in decision-making, we began a Student Leadership Program at Winterville Elementary. Students in fourth and fifth grade have the opportunity to apply to one of six student leader positions: Safety Patrol, Green Team Member, Student Ambassador, Flag Attendant, Classroom Role Model, or Peer Mediator. Students undergo an application process and those who are selected receive training specific to their leadership role. A sub-committee of our PBIS team oversees the Student Leaders Program. In our first year of implementation, we have seen the positive effect of the …

School-Based Mental Health; As It Supports Pbis, Jenny Wilhoite

Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference

This presentation will provide insight and guidance on how to create a thriving, sustainable school-based mental health program and provide support for the existing PBIS program within the school, but will also introduce successful strategies to promote family involvement, community outreach, parent education, and positive behavioral strategies to be used at both home and school, promoting integrated care on all levels. This school-based program, also offers and delivers in home consultations, family training, and bridges the communication barriers between home and school.

Never Raise Your Voice Again, Amie W. Cumming, Phalanda Perriman

Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference

Never Raise Your Voice Again by Amie Cumming and Phalanda Perriman

Never Raise Your Voice Again will feature ideas and strategies used at RISE Academy. If these strategies work with our most challenging students, imagine what they can do for your classroom. Our hope is to share strategies with classroom teachers on the power of positive redirection. Participants will learn how easily positive reinforcement creates a welcoming climate for students and parents. In addition to learning to use these strategies with students, we will teach you how your parents can become your greatest supporters and loudest cheerleaders. With these proven …

Connect With Coaches, Amy Henley, Maria Sherrod, Priscilla Ray, Hoofnagle Kelly

Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference

Feeling overwhelmed? Don’t know where to begin on the road to PBIS implementation? Don’t let roadblocks and speed bumps slow down your journey. Connect with PBIS Coaches as we work together to merge the school, home and community connection. Join our team as we share practical steps to help you prepare for a successful journey on the road to implementation.

Fba/Bip/Rti….You Now Want Me To Do What?, Charlotte S. Flores Mrs., Stacye Smith, Angelique Woodyard

Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference

How do you have teachers, parents, and students "buy in" to the Response to Intervention process? Participants will learn best practices for using the RTI process for behavior. They will learn specific ways to organize, implement with fidelity, and utilize creative strategies in order to have increased positive outcomes. We will look at how to use the Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plan to provide more effective interventions. We will also look at how to best collaborate with teachers, families and community resources to aid in this process. As always, this will come from a positive and research based …

Using Pbis Framework In Secure Facilities: Agency’S Journey Through Implementation), Janette A. Nihles, Lester R. Allen

Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference

This presentation will provide insight into the use of PBIS in a secure juvenile facilities and how to utilize interventions to deal effectively with those youth who present as the most behaviorally challenged. Presenters will share experiences from multiple perspectives within DJJ facilities with different missions, age groups, and barriers.

Sources Of Strength: A Peer Lead Suicide Prevention Program., Amanda Schutz

Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference

Sources of Strength is a peer lead upstream prevention program developed by Mark LoMurray in 1998. In 2009 it was listed on the National Best Practices Registry by the Suicide Prevention Resource Center and The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. In 2011, Sources of Strength was listed on SAMHSA's National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices (NREPP). The overall mission of the program is to empower peer leaders and caring adults to impact their school climate through the power of promoting youth-adult connectedness and spreading messages of hope, help, and strength throughout their school. This is done through a deliberate …

Pbis In The Classroom: Teaching Expectations And Procedures, Tony Feldmann, Ben Moore

Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference

Parents can utilize the information to set clear expectations at home or better understand how students are taught at schools that implement PBIS.

5 Tools You Can Use Tomorrow To Transform Your Classroom, Chris A. Paul, Alex T. Robson

Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference

Alex and Chris will present five tools that lay the foundation of their classrooms. The presentation will include information on five key topics : deescalation, active teaching, relationship building, procedures and protocols, and consistency. With these five tools, Alex and Chris will explain in concrete terms hoe they have success with students at alternative schools. Watch Alex and Chris demonstrate how they teach students that break rules to become the future leaders and innovators of America.

Building Teacher Efficacy In A School-Wide Pbis Program, Melanie D. James, Nora Fowler

Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference

In order for a school's PBIS program to be effective, teachers and staff members must be equipped with the tools to engage positively with their students. Many PBIS programs fail because teacher buy-in and preparation have not occurred. At Winterville Elementary School, we feel that our PBIS program is successful because teachers receive regular training and updates on topics such as establishing effective classroom management procedures, building positive relationships with students, working with students with difficult behaviors, and knowing functions of behavior. We conduct PBIS walkthroughs, our UGA behavior analyst records positive vs. negative comments from teachers, administrators conduct classroom …

How Soil Salinity Affects The Stomatal Conductance Of Baccharis Salicifolia (Mulefat/Seepwillow), Andrew Kim, Caroline Wilkerson, Mahala Bayless, Peter Du

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This is a poster presentation demonstrating the project our group has been working on. We hypothesize that the stomatal conductance of mulefat will decrease as soil salinity increases in both pre-rain and post-rain conditions because the plant tries to absorb salt water. However, the salt water cannot pass through plant tissue and draws water out of the plant. Since plant requires water for photosynthesis, water being drawn out means less water is available for the plant to do photosynthesis. We have tested our hypothesis by collecting soil samples in Legacy park, and recorded stomatal conductance by using a leaf porometer