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Tribalism, Science Denial, And Its Violation Of Stephen J. Gould's Noma Model, Annelise Northcott

Undergraduate Research and Engagement Symposium

This presentation explores how tribalism fuels science denial by breaching Stephen J. Gould’s Non-Overlapping Magisteria model, which distinguishes empirical science from value systems. Tribalism leads to group polarization, imposing ideological beliefs on the realm of science and dismissing evidence that threatens group identity. Case studies, like the leaded gasoline controversy of the 20th century, demonstrate how loyalty to identity distorts scientific discourse. Psychological factors, such as confirmation bias, exacerbate this issue. By recognizing these violations, the presentation highlights the importance of interdisciplinary strategies to restore trust in science while respecting Gould’s framework, offering hope in combating science denial.

Investigating The Intersection Of ‘God Of The Gaps’ And Noma, Francesca Hammerstein

Undergraduate Research and Engagement Symposium

This study explores the intersection between God-of-the-gaps arguments and whether these arguments cooperate with the guidelines of Stephen Jay Gould’s view of “non-overlapping magisteria” (NOMA). God-of-the-gaps arguments are used to explain current unexplained scientific phenomena by crediting God. If new scientific discoveries can eventually explain these phenomena, this would decrease the evidence for God. Three perspectives on this argument are explored: both theological and scientific arguments against God-of-the-gaps and an argument in favor of God-of-the-gaps. Through reading these perspectives, the findings suggest that each point of view presents an argument showing that God-of-the-gaps does not cooperate with the NOMA guidelines.

Unlocking The Potential Of Refugee Students, Aisling Heaphy

Undergraduate Research and Engagement Symposium

Forging Opportunities for Refugees in America (FORA) is a Chicago-based non-profit that provides tutoring services to refugee students including Students with Limited or Interrupted Formal Education (SLIFE). As a Restorative Justice Educational Intern at FORA, I worked individually with students to provide High Impact Tutoring that focused on developing literacy skills. Over the course of my internship, I researched the most effective methods for comprehensively accommodating the educational and emotional needs of SLIFE who are experiencing a formal classroom setting for the first time. My research showed that FORA fills important gaps when it comes to effectively educating SLIFE.

Types Of Epr Resonators, Gareth R. Eaton

TeachEPR Submissions

Fundamental properties of resonators are described with photographs of a variety of actual EPR resonators.

Epr Workshop: Lab Practicals Summary, Gareth R. Eaton

TeachEPR Submissions

• Basics – nitroxide and trityl
• Nitroxides
• Metals - vanadyl
• Pulse
• Rapid scan

Workshop On Quantitative Epr, Dave Barr, Sandra S. Eaton, Gareth R. Eaton, Ralph T. Weber, Patrick Carl, Peter Höfer, Richard W. Quine, George A. Rinard, Colin Mailer

TeachEPR Submissions

Presentations on quantitative EPR at the workshop that preceded the writing of our text, Quantitative EPR.

Presented at the 31^st Annual EPR Symposium in Breckenridge, Colorado on July 27, 2008.

Targeting And Selecting Journals For Article Submissions: Library Resources And Impact Measures, Matt Torrence, Allison Symulevich

USF Libraries Faculty and Staff Publications

This workshop will provide an overview of journal metrics and rankings in all academic fields, including traditional impact measures from sources including the Web of Science (Impact Factor) and Scopus (CiteScore) databases. Additionally, general information will be offered regarding other additional academic impact databases and methods to maximize benefit of any information on journal, author, and subject area data points. Other impact measures will be presented, including Altmetrics tools. Presenters will introduce other topics on relevant author profile and archiving options for immediate and future use, including ORCiD and examples based on the USF Libraries’ Digital Commons repository.

Leads Data Insights: Service — February 2025, University Of North Dakota

LEADS Development Documents

February 2025 Data Insights presentation for the SERVICE core value of UND LEADS. The slides summarize Service-related Activity Inventory items and include data on innovation and economic prosperity, campus events for the general public, demographic trends for employees and students, and retention and advancement trends for faculty and staff.

Leads Data Insights: Service — February 2025, University Of North Dakota

LEADS Implementation Documents

February 2025 Data Insights presentation for the SERVICE core value of UND LEADS. The slides summarize Service-related Activity Inventory items and include data on innovation and economic prosperity, campus events for the general public, demographic trends for employees and students, and retention and advancement trends for faculty and staff.

Workshop On Rapid Scan Epr, Gareth R. Eaton, Arthur H. Heiss, Deborah Gale Mitchell, Joshua R. Biller, Richard W. Quine, George A. Rinard, Mark Tseitlin, Sandra S. Eaton

TeachEPR Submissions

An introduction to the method of rapid scan EPR is given with emphasis on the design of rapid scan coils, selection of scan parameters, and the reasons that the method improves signal to noise per unit time.

Workshop On Selecting An Epr Resonator, Gareth R. Eaton

TeachEPR Submissions

Guidance is presented to help select a resonator to optimize a measurement. Different resonator types are described with information about resonator Q and microwave power efficiency.

Workshop presented at the 28th International EPR Symposium on July 31, 2005.

2025-01-30 Surveying Added Work For Instructors - Presentation, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate., Annie Adams

Faculty Senate Records

A presentation delivered on January 30, 2025 by Annie Adams to the Faculty Senate on added workload and responsibilities by the administration to instructors.

Module 2 Power Point Activity 2a.3, Karon Klipple, Cheryl Hedden

Module 2 Workbook

No abstract provided.

Assessing The Mental Wellness Of Part 141 Collegiate Aviation Students And Their Willingness To Seek Professional Help, Bill Deng Pan

Student Research Symposium (SRS)

Collegiate aviation students encounter distinct mental wellness challenges arising from the rigorous demands of their academic studies, flight training, and personal health and lifestyle. This ongoing study utilizes a non-experimental survey approach to evaluate the mental wellness of collegiate aviation students, including Part 141 pilots, air traffic controllers, Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) mechanics, and Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) students, as well as their willingness to seek professional help for mental health concerns. The research team administered a survey that included demographic questions, established mental wellness assessments, and open-response personal reflection questions. The survey featured the Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD-7) scale …

Enhancing The Performance Of Adhoc On Demand Distance Vector(Aodv) Routing Protocol Using Ai, Prachi Choudhary, Raju Dhakal

Student Research Symposium (SRS)

Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and ground nodes provide effective solution for establishing emergency communication networks in disaster situations where conventional communication systems are damaged and unavailable. These hybrid UAV-assisted adhoc networks can be rapidly deployed, offering flexibility and mobility needed to support critical Search and Rescue (SAR) operations. The unique capabilities of both UAVs and fixed nodes in UAV-assisted networks ensures reliable communication for first responders (FRs) and disaster survivors. This research aims to design an enhanced version of the Ad Hoc On-Demand Distance Vector (AODV) routing protocol utilizing Q-learning techniques. We evaluate the performance of proposed Q-learning-enhanced AODV protocol …

Examination Of Solar Canopies On Erau Campus Parking Lots, Athena Diakatos

Student Research Symposium (SRS)

In 2023, President Biden set a U.S. goal of achieving carbon free power sector by 2035 and net zero emissions by 2050. This ambitious goal will require new energy generation strategies, including solar photovoltaic (PV) farms. Most solar farms have been built on rural, undeveloped land. While cheap, the use of this land destroys ecosystems, reduces farmland, and creates losses due to long transmission distances. By moving solar generation to urban areas these problems are mitigated but introduces a new problem of where to put them. Solar canopies aim to fix that issue by using already existing parking lots. This …

Wildlife Strike Risks In Helicopter Operations: Strategic Insights For Advanced Air Mobility, Taeyun Kim, Auguste Starkute

Student Research Symposium (SRS)

Wildlife Strike Risks in Helicopter Operations: Strategic Insights for Advanced Air Mobility

Taeyun Kim and Auguste Starkute – Graduate Students

Faculty Mentor - Flavio A. C. Mendonca – PhD., MSc., MBA

Email: [email protected], [email protected]

Abstract

Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and helicopter operations in urban environments typically take place at lower altitudes and speeds compared to traditional air travel. This positions them above congested airspace but within the altitude range where nearly 95% of wildlife strikes occur (below 3,500 feet above ground level). Consequently, wildlife hazards pose a significant concern for AAM safety. This study aimed to address this …

Magnetic Actuation Chamber System (Macs), Brian Davies Ii, Reghan Schafer, Jonah Reed

Student Research Symposium (SRS)

The Magnetic Actuation Chamber System (MACS) is an innovative solution designed to enhance the cultivation of cells and tissues under simulated microgravity conditions using a 3D clinostat. By integrating a magnetic actuator with a microfluidic organ-on-chip platform, the system facilitates precise mechanical stimuli for tissue engineering and disease modeling. Key upgrades, including a pneumatic piston system, Raspberry Pi 4-based processing, and enhanced nutrient delivery through microfluidic pumps, significantly improve reliability, data collection, and adaptability. The system’s modular design ensures flexibility for future modifications. Initial results demonstrate the potential of MACS to replicate natural cellular environments, with plans to study heart …

The Effects Of Improper Waste Disposal On Marine Life: Why Does It Matter And How Can We Prevent It?, Abbey Ward, Ashlee Davis

Posters-at-the-Capitol

Improperly disposed of waste, specifically plastic, can end up in the ocean and negatively impact marine life, and in turn, negatively impact human health. Marine life, such as turtles, have faced serious health consequences and even death from entanglement in abandoned fishing gear and consuming plastics. Larger plastic particles can break down into smaller particles known as microplastics which can harbor harmful substances (such as Bisphenol A and persistent organic pollutants) and can cause several negative health effects when consumed by marine life such as loss of nutrition, starvation, and death. Microplastics have been found in 75% of commercial fish. …

Aftdc 2025_01 Kickoff: Welcome And Opening Remarks On Trans-Disciplinary Communication In Games And Education, Cristo Leon

Trans-Disciplinary Communication

This session sets the stage for the 2nd Annual Meeting of the Association for Trans-Disciplinary Communication (AFTDC). Join us as we introduce this year’s theme, "Trans-Disciplinary Communication for Games and Education," and highlight the importance of fostering innovative, collaborative approaches across disciplines. Opening remarks will outline the goals for the event, key initiatives, and opportunities for engagement, laying the foundation for meaningful discussions and shared learning throughout the day.

Kroger Post-Pandemic Customer Segmentation, Mario Mata, Joey Truitt, Renn Spigelmyer, Dhanuja Kasturiratna, Lisa Holden, Nitish Baidya, Hanna Tafari

Posters-at-the-Capitol

The grocery retail industry landscape has changed greatly in the wake of the pandemic. Specifically, delivery and pickup services have become more popular and customer buying habits have evolved. At the same time, improvements in data collection and analysis have allowed grocery marketing strategies to become highly individualized.

We worked with 84.51, an analytics firm, to identify customer segments for the Kroger Company based on data from 2023. Using clustering techniques, we organized customers into groups, or segments, based on similar characteristics. We identified and profiled four distinct groups of customers. Three segments were characterized by high frequency and spending …

Advancing Prosthetic Technology: 3d-Printed Robotic Arm With Micro Linear Actuators, Vu Tran, Nathan Reed, Mahdi Yazdanpour

Posters-at-the-Capitol

The increasing demand for affordable and accessible prosthetic solutions has driven innovation in the field of robotics. In this project, we present the design and development of a 3D-printed robotic prosthetic arm aimed at addressing the challenges faced by individuals with upper limb amputations. Our prosthetic arm utilizes five micro linear actuators to achieve precise and naturalistic movement. The design of the prosthetic arm prioritizes affordability and accessibility, with a focus on leveraging 3D printing technology to reduce manufacturing costs and enable customization. The use of micro linear actuators offers advantages in terms of compactness, lightweight construction, and efficient power …

Mobility Task Shows Rescue Of Scotopic Vision In A Swine Model For Autosomal Dominant Retinitis Pigmentosa After Treatment With The Meganuclease Rho 1-2, Gita Jaikumar, Jack Feist, Kautuk Kamboj, Aravind Kumar, Francesca Barone, Archana Jalligampala, Wei Wang, Jeff Smith, Dave Morris, Derek Jantz, Victor Bartsevich, Kristi Viles, Maureen Mccall

Posters-at-the-Capitol

Purpose : Retinitis pigmentosa (RP) is the most common form of inherited retinal disease with ~1:5000 people affected worldwide. The substitution of Proline to Histidine (P23H) at position 23 in the rhodopsin protein is the most common form of adRP in North America. We have shown that treating a transgenic P23H human RHO pig model of adRP (TgP23H hRHO) with a gene-editing meganuclease Rho 1-2, recovers rod structure and restores rod function. We ran WT, Rho1-2 treated and untreated TgP23H hRHO (Tg) pigs through an obstacle course to quantify visually guided mobility under light- and dark-adapted conditions using motion analysis …

Analyzing Whether Different Types Of Taste Nerve Fibers Have Different Innervation Patterns Through Proximity And Colocalization, Abdel-Rhman M. Al-Azzawi

Posters-at-the-Capitol

The taste system not only allows us to perceive and distinguish various flavors but also plays a vital role in detecting nutrients and avoiding toxins. However, the precise organization of the neurons that convey taste information to the brain remains largely unknown, making it a critical area of research This study aims to determine if different types of taste neurons (as determined by genetic expression) exhibit distinct innervation patterns. This was accomplished by analyzing their proximity and colocalization with different types of taste bud cells. Taste bud cell types include Type II cells, which detect sweet, bitter, and umami flavors, …

Strategies For Identifying Collaborators: ​Writing & Presenting Collaboratively​, Rachel E. Vacek, Sarah A. Norris

Faculty Scholarship and Creative Works

A presentation for the University of Central Florida library faculty meeting that highlighted best practices and strategies for effectively collaborating with colleagues on scholarly activities, such as writing journal articles and other publications and presentations.

Showcasing Your Scholarship With Lu Faculty Share, Mark Hamilton, Jeremy Mcginniss

Faculty Publications and Presentations

Learn how to access and manage your faculty profile in our new research information management system, “LU Faculty SHARE (Scholarship and Research Exchange)”. We will walk through how to claim your account and the process of adding articles, conference presentations, posters, awards, grants, and other research projects to showcase your scholarship.

Learning Outcomes:

• Access their LU Faculty SHARE account
• Know how to add various research outputs to their profile (articles, presentations, posters, awards, etc.)

Interviews With Professionals In The Psychology Field, Beatrice Brinkley, John Roop

CSU Tower Day

•Undergraduate students experience difficulties understanding their options after graduation •Options include academia, research, or applied skill practices •Prior projects have studied other majors and their opportunities •This study explores three applied practices in psychology •All professionals are different in their perspectives •Little overlap between answers •Results up to student interpretation

Lesson 1: Seldm Introduction, Lillian C. Jeznach

University Workshop Materials for the Stochastic Empirical Loading and Dilution Model (SELDM)

No abstract provided.

Lesson 2: Analyzing Seldm Results, Lillian C. Jeznach

University Workshop Materials for the Stochastic Empirical Loading and Dilution Model (SELDM)

No abstract provided.

Intro To Systematic Reviews, Or, How To Make A Peach Cobbler, Emily Metcalf

Videos/Slide Decks

This slide deck is for a workshop provided for students new to systematic and scoping reviews. It uses the metaphor of making a peach cobbler to illustrate the steps of creating a systematic or scoping review. It includes a few review questions, a link to evaluating the presenter's instruction (Which should be changed for any derivatives), and a link to a peach cobbler recipe.