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Vesicle-Associated Membrane Proteins/Vamp Isoforms Orchestrate Platelet Cargo Trafficking, Jessie Begley, Aleah Wagner, Cameron Gibson, Jack Mcfarland, Shayan Mohammadmoradi, Harry Chanzu, Sidney W. Whiteheart, Smita Joshi

2024 Celebration of Student Scholarship - Poster Presentations

Platelets are crucial to maintaining the vascular microenvironment. Upon vascular injury, they release cargo contents from their granules. These molecules, either made by platelets themselves or endocytosed from the blood, influence various processes like inflammation, immunity, and wound healing. Platelet granule release is mediated by Soluble N-ethylmaleimide Sensitive Factor Attachment Protein Receptors (SNAREs). To drive secretion, vesicle (v)-SNARE on granules and target (t)-SNARE on the plasma membrane form a SNARE complex that mediates fusion. Platelets contain Vesicle-Associated Membrane Protein (VAMP)-2, -3, -4, -5, -7, and -8.

Exploring Synergistic Antithrombotic Effects Of Natural Bioactive Compounds, Aleah Wagner, Jessie Begley, Jack Mcfarland, Smita Joshi

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Occlusive thrombosis, a leading cause of global morbidity and mortality, claims the lives of 1 in 4 individuals. Developing novel antithrombotic treatments is crucial, as conventional antiplatelet drugs, despite their potency, have limitations like increased bleeding risk. Natural bioactive compounds offer a promising alternative due to their safety, efficacy, and affordability. This research project aims to identify and investigate the synergistic and antagonistic effects of bioactive compound combinations in modulating thrombosis therapy.

Insulin Administration In Hospitalized Diabetics: A Quality Improvement Project, Annalee Combes, Dylan Fraley, Emily Cobb, Emily Byrd, Tess Reuhermund, Amanda Isele, Kailey Ansell, Mary White

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Insulin, naturally produced in the human body, is used in the treatment of diabetic patients. It is often given incorrectly resulting in a medication error. Around one-third of medication errors resulting in death within 48 hours involve insulin therapy. Insulin is expensive and many patients cannot afford the insulin they need which results in underdosing. Improper administration of insulin was observed during a clinical rotation at a large, urban teaching hospital. There is a need for evidence-based research to identify methods of improved insulin use. A thorough literature review was done on the topic of insulin administration. Common themes that …

The Road To Environmental Equality: A History Of Environmental Injustice, Peyton Mcwilliams

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Race affects residential mobility in that whites typically can leave communities near toxic sites compared to minorities. The EPA also seemed to favor cleaning up Superfund sites near communities that are majority white. How companies site their facilities has worked against minorities.

Bedside Reporting: A Quality Improvement Project, Danielle Schindler, Laci Johnson, Katalina White, Audrey Newman, Noah Hicks, Abby Schultz, Bri Sharps, Suzi White

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There have been many studies done on the positive outcomes and effects of bedside SBAR including improved patient satisfaction, improved staff satisfaction, and better patient outcomes. The implementation of bedside SBAR is not an impractical or an extremely time-consuming task, but with it being implemented, this urban hospital may better itself for the patients, staff, and future.

Forest Fire Spread: A Levelup Experience In Math 442 Advanced Mathematical Modeling, Ismael Zeidan, Hadley Cytron

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Wildfires present a significant threat globally, necessitating a comprehensive understanding of their spread dynamics for effective mitigation. This project employs mathematical modeling to delve into wildfire diffusion mechanisms. Through the lens of mathematical models, this research aims to unravel the underlying principles driving the spread of wildfires. This poster investigates the relationship between mathematics and fire propagation, offering a perspective of how mathematical principles unveil the order within the seemingly random spread of wildfires. By fostering a deeper understanding of these mathematical intricacies, this research contributes to the understanding of precision and reliability of wildfire predictions, providing valuable insights for …

Biogeographic Distribution Patterns Of Lichens In Carter Caves State Resort Park, Carter County, Kentucky, Darion C. Ball, /Allen C. Risk

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Lichens are composite organisms exhibiting a symbiotic relationship between fungi and algae. Biogeography is the study of the geographical distribution patterns of living things. This poster aims to examine the biogeographic patterns of the lichens in Carter Caves State Resort Park {CCSRP), Carter County, Kentucky. In seeking potential patterns occurring in the species this furthers research on the topic and assists in identifying species based on historical biogeographical distribution data.

The Practice Of Screen Printing, Olive Adams, Joel Knueven, Jacob Lee, Elizabeth Mesa-Gaido

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Students at the Claypool Young Art Building have been eager to learn screen printing for years, but have not had the opportunity because of the absence of a permanent screen print process and class. To curb this sophomore art student, Olive Adams, who was employed as an Undergraduate Research Fellow to both learn the process of screen print and letterpress and to reinvigorate the interest in the medium. In addition, the teaching of Jacob Lee and Joel Knueven have given Olive a thorough understanding and appreciation for the medium, strengthening her range as an art student.

Review Of Adverse Effects Of Sunscreens On Coral Health, Lillian Crumback, Smita Joshi

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This study examined the potential effects of sunscreen on coral health through a review of scientific literature. This is important because coral reefs hold a significant amount of the marine life in the ocean and contribute to the filtering of CO2 in our atmosphere.

The Cosmic X-Ray Background Nanosatellite 3: A Student Lead Cubesat Mission, Ian Warford, Brannon Jones, Benjamin Malphrus

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Can Circular Chromosomes Undergo Meiosis?, Devan Herald, Tanner Hamilton, Rebecca Bailey, Melissa Mefford

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Prokaryotic and eukaryotic chromosome structure differs. Generally, prokaryotes have a single circular chromosome, while eukaryotes have multiple linear chromosomes. It is widely hypothesized that linear eukaryotic chromosomes evolved and arose from circular prokaryotic chromosomes and were a perquisite for sexual reproduction.

Coming Together To Hurt Our Rivals: Schadenfreude's Impact On Brand Communities, Maggie Fegenbush, Lucas Lunt

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This research addresses this question by using data from X, formerly Twitter, to examine schadenfreude as a potential mechanism driving online liking behavior. Specifically, we look at likes on X posts including final score graphics posted by four specific NFL teams across the 2023 NFL season.

Love Canal By Richard Newman, Brooklyn Minix, Alura Schaum, Eli Thomas, Douglas Mock

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Richard Newman's 2016 book Love Canal: A Toxic History from Colonial Times to the Present takes readers on a journey through time as he examines one of the most infamous examples of environmental disasters in American history. Newman details an unfortunate series of events beginning with the creation of Love's Canal and concluding with the aftermath of the residential horror. Newman places the situation in Love Canal inside of a broader context by considering the various environmental justice movements taking place across the country at the time. Newman's "Love Canal" is not only a compelling narrative that brings awareness to …

Reproductive Cycle Of The Highland Shiner (Notropis Micropteryx) In Rockcastle County, Kentucky, Zoe Baker, Caitlyn Senters, David J. Eisenhour

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The Highland Shiner, Notropis micropteryx, is a minnow species common in the Green, Cumberland, and Tennessee river drainages and usually inhabits rocky riffles (Eisenhour and Eisenhour 2004). Despite the Highland Shiner's prevalence in this area, little published information exists describing the life history of this minnow species. Although N micropteryx is a small fish, attention must be given to its biology, as changes in its abundance are likely to affect other members of its aquatic community. Population and life cycle fluctuations can also be a reliable indicator of greater ecosystem health.

Twelve Etudes For Aspiring College Musicians: For The Development Of Music Theory And Aural Skills, Alaina Cantrell, Julie Baker

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• AP music theory test scores show that from 2016-2023 students that have received a 3+ from year to year is between 59.5% and 68%. NASM shows that in 2020 43,981 students enrolled in music. This means 25,000 students don't take the test and may have little to no foundation in music theory and aural skills

2023-2024 Program And Abstracts Celebration Of Student Scholarship, Morehead State University. Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program.

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The 2023-2024 Program and Abstracts for the Celebration of Student Scholarship at Morehead State University held on April 17, 2023. A Showcase of Student Research, Scholarship, Creative Work, and Performance Arts.

Development Of A Dna Barcoding Protocol To Identify Previously Unknown Populations Of Forelius (Hymenoptera: Formicidae), In Kentucky, Danika Da Fieno, Josiah Kilburn, Jonah Gibson, Jack Mcfarland, David Payton

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In 2021, we started an initiative to sample the ants of Kentucky called the Kentucky Ant Project (KYAP). As part of our efforts to sample ants in the state, we need to be able to identify them! Usually, this is done by examining the morphology of ant specimens, but it's incredibly difficult, or impossible to identify some ants with current morphological identification resources. To remedy this, we decided to develop a genetic protocol to assist in identifying these ants.

One such problematic ant to identify with morphology is Forelius, which is a genus of generalist foraging species. When we gave …

Examining How Distance From A Hospital Can Impact Maternal Health, Madison Beam, Lisa Shannon

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The goal of the study was to recognize how distance may be a factor in the already large gap between the maternal health disparity of rural and urban women.

Lvermectin Toxicity In Border Collies, Rachel Bell, Smita Joshi

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lvermectin is used in dogs and cats as a preventive medicine against heartworms. It is also used as a treatment for other parasites. lvermectin can be administered through tablets, topical liquid or injectable liquid. Some dog breeds such as border collies or sheepdogs have a sensitivity to the medication. The only safe heartworm preventive collies can take is Interceptor. But why? This is because lvermectin and other heartworm preventives have the drug Loperamide in them. They put it in there to reduce gastrointestinal secretions. However, some collies and other dog breeds have a MDR1 mutation specifically the gene ABCB1-1delta mutation …

Measuring The Blazhko Effect In Rr Lyrae Variable Stars, Gianna Federico, Jennifer Birriel, Ronald Wilhelm

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Pulsating variable stars are stars that physically grow and shrink, causing them to periodically change in brightness in the night sky. In most cases, this change occurs very regularly, however some stars exhibit the Blazhko Effect (BE), which causes a gradual increase and decrease in the magnitude and time between brightness peaks. In some stars, this gradual change can itself vary in period and amplitude, which is known as a modulated BE. The cause of the BE is unknown. This research project aims to identify stars with a modulated BE, which may provide clues into its cause. We used the …