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2023

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A Potential Cure For Rheumatoid Arthritis: Traditional And Regenerative Medicine, Mia Calegari May 2023

A Potential Cure For Rheumatoid Arthritis: Traditional And Regenerative Medicine, Mia Calegari

Bryant University Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies

Poster displayed at REDay (Research and Engagement Day).


The Importance Of Wealth Management In High School Curriculums, Angela Baack May 2023

The Importance Of Wealth Management In High School Curriculums, Angela Baack

Bryant University Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies

Poster displayed at REDay (Research and Engagement Day).


Collage, Maggie Fodera May 2023

Collage, Maggie Fodera

Bryant University Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies

Collage created for LCS 325 - Studies of the Book, taught by Valerie Carrigan. The assignment was to make a collage or series of collages that were at least 8" by 10". Students could make them abstract or realistic, and Professor Carrigan encouraged students to be creative in where students found pieces for the collages and what they did with them.


Collage, Jackie Prestininzi May 2023

Collage, Jackie Prestininzi

Bryant University Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies

Collage created for LCS 325 - Studies of the Book, taught by Valerie Carrigan. The assignment was to make a collage or series of collages that were at least 8" by 10". Students could make them abstract or realistic, and Professor Carrigan encouraged students to be creative in where students found pieces for the collages and what they did with them.


Collage #2, Hazel Wilson May 2023

Collage #2, Hazel Wilson

Bryant University Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies

Collage created for LCS 325 - Studies of the Book, taught by Valerie Carrigan. The assignment was to make a collage or series of collages that were at least 8" by 10". Students could make them abstract or realistic, and Professor Carrigan encouraged students to be creative in where students found pieces for the collages and what they did with them.


Collage #1, Megan Polun May 2023

Collage #1, Megan Polun

Bryant University Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies

Collage created for LCS 325 - Studies of the Book, taught by Valerie Carrigan. The assignment was to make a collage or series of collages that were at least 8" by 10". Students could make them abstract or realistic, and Professor Carrigan encouraged students to be creative in where students found pieces for the collages and what they did with them.


Collage #1, Hazel Wilson May 2023

Collage #1, Hazel Wilson

Bryant University Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies

Collage created for LCS 325 - Studies of the Book, taught by Valerie Carrigan. The assignment was to make a collage or series of collages that were at least 8" by 10". Students could make them abstract or realistic, and Professor Carrigan encouraged students to be creative in where students found pieces for the collages and what they did with them.


Collage #2, Megan Polun May 2023

Collage #2, Megan Polun

Bryant University Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies

Collage created for LCS 325 - Studies of the Book, taught by Valerie Carrigan. The assignment was to make a collage or series of collages that were at least 8" by 10". Students could make them abstract or realistic, and Professor Carrigan encouraged students to be creative in where students found pieces for the collages and what they did with them.


Ethics In U.S. Immigration, Christy Mak May 2023

Ethics In U.S. Immigration, Christy Mak

Bryant University Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies

No abstract provided.


A Historical Examination Of Native American And European Agroforestry, Reed Bryant May 2023

A Historical Examination Of Native American And European Agroforestry, Reed Bryant

Bryant University Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies

According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), “Agroforestry is the intentional integration of trees and shrubs into crop and animal farming systems to create environmental, economic, and social benefits. It has been practiced in the United States and around the world for centuries.” However, for many practitioners in the past, agroforestry was not simply an “integration of trees and shrubs into animal farming systems,” nor was it simply a means to produce foodstuffs. For them, agroforestry defined a way of life where trees were fixtures in the landscape which bore many life-giving gifts: fruits and nuts to eat, …


The Carriage House, Emma Kane May 2023

The Carriage House, Emma Kane

Bryant University Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies

Poem created for LCS 220 - Creativity and the Arts taught by Joan Zaretti. For the assignment, students chose a piece of campus artwork (either in the AIC or in the Unistructure) and wrote a poem describing the painting.


A Lonely Waterfall, Sarah Lostowski May 2023

A Lonely Waterfall, Sarah Lostowski

Bryant University Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies

Poem created for LCS 220 - Creativity and the Arts taught by Joan Zaretti. For the assignment, students chose a piece of campus artwork (either in the AIC or in the Unistructure) and wrote a poem describing the painting.


Famous?, Jaeden Patterson May 2023

Famous?, Jaeden Patterson

Bryant University Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies

Poem created for LCS 220 - Creativity and the Arts taught by Joan Zaretti. For the assignment, students chose a piece of campus artwork (either in the AIC or in the Unistructure) and wrote a poem describing the painting.


Table Of Contents May 2023

Table Of Contents

Bryant University Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies

No abstract provided.


Blue Vista #8, Tristan Beale May 2023

Blue Vista #8, Tristan Beale

Bryant University Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies

Poem created for LCS 220 - Creativity and the Arts taught by Joan Zaretti. For the assignment, students chose a piece of campus artwork (either in the AIC or in the Unistructure) and wrote a poem describing the painting.


Verso May 2023

Verso

Bryant University Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies

No abstract provided.


Fenway And Crime: Opportunity, Geographic Differences, And Team Rivalry At Boston Red Sox Games, Cole Mcgovern Apr 2023

Fenway And Crime: Opportunity, Geographic Differences, And Team Rivalry At Boston Red Sox Games, Cole Mcgovern

Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal

Although hosting professional sports are often seen as a financial benefit for cities, there are also associated costs. This paper investigates the possibility of interdependence between a variety of crimes and home game days of the Boston Red Sox. When adjusting for game attendance and length, minor assaults charges such as disorderly conduct and simple assault increase city-wide during game days. Despite this, all crime around the immediate stadium area decreases in volume. Additionally, this study examines differences in geographical impacts and crime levels, when a game was played, and games played against the New York Yankees, their historic rival.


Empirical Analysis Of Firearm-Related Deaths In The United States Based On Sex, Race, And Age, Dominik Dacruz Apr 2023

Empirical Analysis Of Firearm-Related Deaths In The United States Based On Sex, Race, And Age, Dominik Dacruz

Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal

This empirical study examines firearm deaths via sex, race, and age in the United States. They have a look at making use of information from dependable assets such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the National Vital Statistics System. Descriptive and theoretical statistical analyzes are used to look at the relationship between those elements and firearm-associated mortality throughout agencies inside the US. The effects display that gun homicides have persisted to rise over the years, with guys and African Americans most tormented by gun violence Suicide is the main motive of gun deaths, observed through homicide and …


The Effects Of Cultural Values On Economic Growth: An Empirical Investigation, Jake Barlow Apr 2023

The Effects Of Cultural Values On Economic Growth: An Empirical Investigation, Jake Barlow

Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal

This study explores the relationship between cultural attitudes and national GDP growth, across several countries. Data from the World Values Survey from the 2010 through 2014 and 2005-2009 wave have been utilized to determine cultural attitudes, and data from the World Bank and USAID has been utilized for building the economic growth model. The purpose of this study is to inform policy makers regarding the effects of different cultural factors and their interactions on economic growth outcomes. The main contribution of this study is the positive impact that attitudes towards the environment have on economic growth outcomes.


Educations Effect On Income Inequality: A Panel Data Analysis, Nicholas Garbarino Apr 2023

Educations Effect On Income Inequality: A Panel Data Analysis, Nicholas Garbarino

Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal

This paper investigates the effects of education amongst other factors on income inequality in Europe. This study examines if countries who have higher educational attainment have lower income inequality or if having higher educational attainment has no effect on income inequality. The study will include data from several European countries over two different time periods and the results will then be compared at a country level and at an overall level to see how education affects income inequality. The regression results show that a country that has higher educational attainment is more likely to have lower income inequality. These findings …


An Empirical Analysis Of The Impact Of Unemployment Rate And Economic Development Level On Income Inequality, Wenyi Gu Apr 2023

An Empirical Analysis Of The Impact Of Unemployment Rate And Economic Development Level On Income Inequality, Wenyi Gu

Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal

This study used linear regression analysis to inspect influence of unemployment rates and economic development levels on income inequality in the United States and Germany. The results indicate that the level of economic development is the main driving factor for inequality of income in America, while in Germany, high unemployment and inflation can exacerbate income inequality. This study emphasizes the importance of labor market policies, social welfare policies, and tax policies in reducing income inequality. While the analysis only covers two countries, the results have significant policy implications for addressing income inequality. Future research can expand on the factors that …


The Determinants Of Carbon Emission In Asia And Europe: A Panel Data Analysis, Erika Hauser Apr 2023

The Determinants Of Carbon Emission In Asia And Europe: A Panel Data Analysis, Erika Hauser

Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal

This paper investigates the numerous variables that influence carbon emissions in selected Asian and European countries. The study examines the countries with the highest gross domestic product (GDP) in each region, considering the possible impact of economic growth on greenhouse gas emissions. The study also analyzes the role of other variables such as tourism, foreign direct investment (FDI), ecological footprint level (EFL), and agricultural output. The ecological footprint level is modeled by global hectare or the countries’ gha, which is a measure of the impact of human activities on the environment. The study estimates tourism and FDI reduce emissions, while …


An Empirical Analysis Of Foreign Trade And Institutional Quality On Economic Growth In Asian Countries, Ruixi Huang Apr 2023

An Empirical Analysis Of Foreign Trade And Institutional Quality On Economic Growth In Asian Countries, Ruixi Huang

Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal

This investigation explores the connections between foreign commerce, institutional quality, and economic growth in 11 Asian nations, utilizing panel data spanning 2000 to 2021. The countries are classified into Central Asia and Southeast Asia groups. Economic growth serves as the dependent variable, while trade openness, FDI, institutional quality, human capital, and terms of trade act as independent variables. The outcomes reveal that only total life expectancy at birth significantly influences Central Asian countries' economic growth. Furthermore, trade openness, FDI net inflows, and governance indicators considerably affect Southeast Asian nations. The results also indicate that institutional quality's impact on economic growth …


An Empirical Analysis Of The Impact Specific Crimes Have On Property Values In Massachusetts, Jake Scott Apr 2023

An Empirical Analysis Of The Impact Specific Crimes Have On Property Values In Massachusetts, Jake Scott

Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal

This research paper examines the impact of specific crime types on property values in urban areas. Using a dataset of property sales and crime data from several cities in Massachusetts, a regression analysis is applied to estimate the effect of different crime types on property values. Our findings suggest that certain types of crime, such as violent crimes and drug-related offenses, have a significant negative impact on property values, while other types of crime, such as property crimes and white-collar crimes, have a relatively small effect on property values. We also find that the effect of crime on property values …


An Empirical Exploration Of U.S Healthcare Discrimination And Obesity Prevalence, Arinzechukwu Maduka Apr 2023

An Empirical Exploration Of U.S Healthcare Discrimination And Obesity Prevalence, Arinzechukwu Maduka

Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal

This paper offers an empirical exploration of the discriminatory nature of the US healthcare system using obesity prevalence as a primary lens. The study involves an analysis of time series data sets to examine the impact of an array of both economic and lifestyle factors on obesity rates across a statewide level. In addition to discussing the current realm of literature surrounding obesity, this paper expounds upon existing empirical models. Results show that inequality and race are significant influencers of anti-black discrimination that is ever present within society.


Empirical Analysis Of Nba Ticket Prices Correlation To Nba All-Stars, Michael Mcneil Apr 2023

Empirical Analysis Of Nba Ticket Prices Correlation To Nba All-Stars, Michael Mcneil

Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal

This paper investigates the possibility of a correlation between NBA ticket prices and if NBA All-Stars increase this cost. The model will incorporate the points, rebounds, assists, and minutes an NBA team has, the number of audience members, and how many All-Stars are at the game.


Empirical Analysis Of Institutional Quality And Financial Development On Income Inequality In Central America, Odette Mansour Apr 2023

Empirical Analysis Of Institutional Quality And Financial Development On Income Inequality In Central America, Odette Mansour

Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal

This paper investigates the effect of Institutional Quality and financial development in middle income in Central American Countries. The study incorporates information about how inequality in middle income has increased alarmingly and how we should consider improving the institution's quality. The outcomes show a positive relationship between Institutional Quality and financial development regarding middle-income society in Central American Countries, specifically: Panama, Costa Rica, El Salvador, and Honduras, which is why we suggested reforming institutional in Central American countries, letting international institutions such as the World Bank, United Nations, and IMF use their financial and political influences to promote strategies aimed …


An Empirical Analysis Of Prime Performing Age Of Nba Players; When Do They Reach Their Prime?, Tony Salameh Apr 2023

An Empirical Analysis Of Prime Performing Age Of Nba Players; When Do They Reach Their Prime?, Tony Salameh

Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal

This empirical research paper investigates the prime performing age of NBA players from the perspective of General Managers. The study aims to identify the age range in which players are most effective on the court and to determine if there is a significant relationship between age and player performance. Player performance statistics data was collected from ESPN and analyzed to help determine at what age players reach their prime productivity levels for a team. The findings suggest that the prime performing age of NBA players is between 27 and 31 years old, with a slight decline in performance after the …


An Empirical Analysis Of The Effects Of Government Influence On Deforestation In Latin America, Francine Roberge Apr 2023

An Empirical Analysis Of The Effects Of Government Influence On Deforestation In Latin America, Francine Roberge

Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal

This paper investigates government influence and factors that may increase the rate of deforestation in Latin American countries. An empirical analysis will be conducted to measure the change in deforestation rates based on several potential influences. The analysis will look specifically at countries in Latin America that have a high level of deforestation including Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Columbia, Paraguay, Peru, and Venezuela from 1996 until 2011. Variables studied include accessibility, suitability for agriculture production, corruption perception, government effectiveness, political stability, GDP per capita, foreign direct investment, and trade openness. The results show that as more forest cover is lost, and …


Empirical Analysis Of Nfl Ticket Price Determinants, Kenny Page Apr 2023

Empirical Analysis Of Nfl Ticket Price Determinants, Kenny Page

Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal

This research paper examines the determinants of revenue for National Football League (NFL) franchises with respect to ticket prices. Using a dataset of ticket prices and various factors such as team performance, stadium capacity, market size, and team revenue, we analyze the relationship between ticket prices and a franchise’s revenue. The results align with past studies in this area of research as they indicate that past team performance and average attendance have the strongest effect on ticket prices. Additionally, the results reveal that stadium capacity and market size most significantly affect team revenue. We find that ticket prices are less …