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Demystifying Research Paradigms: Navigating Ontology, Epistemology, And Axiology In Research, Lynette Pretorius Dec 2024

Demystifying Research Paradigms: Navigating Ontology, Epistemology, And Axiology In Research, Lynette Pretorius

The Qualitative Report

A sound understanding of research paradigms is crucial for developing coherent and philosophically grounded research designs, particularly in the humanities and social sciences. This paper offers an accessible overview of the most common research paradigms: positivism, post-positivism, constructivism, social constructionism, interpretivism, pragmatism, and critical realism. These paradigms differ in their approaches to ontology (the nature of reality), epistemology (the nature of knowledge), and axiology (the role of values in research). The paper also discusses the methodological and ethical implications of these paradigms. Reflexivity and ethical responsibility are emphasised, where researchers must account for how their own biases and values influence …


Red Snapper (Lutjanus Campechanus) Neurocranium, Michelle Bassali, Anthony D'Auria, David Kerstetter Nov 2024

Red Snapper (Lutjanus Campechanus) Neurocranium, Michelle Bassali, Anthony D'Auria, David Kerstetter

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Nutrition Recommendations For Patients On Weight Loss Drugs, Crystal M. Duque Rdn-Ldn, Toye Jackman Nov 2024

Nutrition Recommendations For Patients On Weight Loss Drugs, Crystal M. Duque Rdn-Ldn, Toye Jackman

Department of Nutrition Student Projects

This paper provides a comprehensive, evidence-based framework for dietitians counseling patients who are using GLP-1 receptor agonists, such as Ozempic and Wegovy, for weight management. These medications are rapidly gaining popularity for their effectiveness in supporting weight loss; however, they come with unique nutritional considerations that require tailored guidance. This review outlines key aspects of GLP-1 mechanisms of action, emphasizing how these medications alter digestive processes, specifically impacting the absorption and metabolism of essential macronutrients, including proteins and dietary fibers. The paper also highlights hydration needs to support optimal health and weight loss outcomes in patients on GLP-1 therapies. Additionally, …


Assessment And Prioritization Of Contaminants Of Concern Along Florida's Coral Reef, Ellen Regina E. Skelton Nov 2024

Assessment And Prioritization Of Contaminants Of Concern Along Florida's Coral Reef, Ellen Regina E. Skelton

All HCAS Student Capstones, Theses, and Dissertations

Florida’s Coral Reef (FCR) is the third largest barrier reef in the world and faces significant stress from localized land, water, and air-based sources of pollution. Numerous chemical contaminants have been found in waters surrounding reefs and within corals, including pesticides, hydrocarbons, personal care products, pharmaceuticals, and trace metals. However, for most current and emergent environmental contaminants, little to no consistent information exists regarding environmental concentrations or toxicological effects on corals. Assessment of the levels of contaminants in coral reef environments is needed to conduct risk assessments to guide management, restoration, and recovery strategies, and the coral reef resource management …


Queering The Relationship Between Research, Researcher And Research Participant: Procedural Ethics, Relational Ethics, And Inverted Hierarchies, Val Meneau Nov 2024

Queering The Relationship Between Research, Researcher And Research Participant: Procedural Ethics, Relational Ethics, And Inverted Hierarchies, Val Meneau

The Qualitative Report

Ethics committees (ECs) typically base their decisions on established assumptions about the impact of the research process, the researcher and the participant on each other, which my doctoral research project failed to meet. This paper discusses the challenging clash between my experiences as a queer scholar doing fieldwork and the expectations of my EC. I argue that queer feminist ethnography complicates the established assumptions concerning the impact of the research process, researcher, and participant on each other. In doing so, I argue that we need models of this relationship that allow us to capture its complexity, for example in the …


Largemouth Bass Neurocranium, Owen Duerbeck, Ian Thelwell, Oliva Weeks Nov 2024

Largemouth Bass Neurocranium, Owen Duerbeck, Ian Thelwell, Oliva Weeks

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Black Grouper Neurocranium, Angelina Trapani-Banyra, Victoria Bruno, Mason Schleicher Nov 2024

Black Grouper Neurocranium, Angelina Trapani-Banyra, Victoria Bruno, Mason Schleicher

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The Current (Including Special Section) - Volume 35 Issue 6, Nova Southeastern University Nov 2024

The Current (Including Special Section) - Volume 35 Issue 6, Nova Southeastern University

Student Newspapers

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Dehydration And Traumatic Brain Injury: A Pilot Study Of A Translational Rodent Model Of Conditions In Professional Combat Sports, Alexander S. Martinie, Corey Peacock, Chris Algeri, Bill Kochen Nov 2024

Dehydration And Traumatic Brain Injury: A Pilot Study Of A Translational Rodent Model Of Conditions In Professional Combat Sports, Alexander S. Martinie, Corey Peacock, Chris Algeri, Bill Kochen

Journal for Sports Neuroscience

Traumatic brain injuries are a widespread public health issue, with athletes being at an increased risk of traumatic brain injury, especially in contact sports. Dehydration and rehydration prior to use of a weight drop served as a model for conditions experienced by professional boxers in a rodent model of traumatic brain injury. Following dehydration, rehydration, and traumatic brain injury procedures, subjects’ symptoms were assessed using the novel object recognition task, sucrose preference test, open field maze, and elevated zero maze. There were significant effects of both dehydration and TBI on time to righting, and there was a significant interaction between …


Snakehead Neurocranium, Alexis K. Crass, Megan E. Martiello, Matthew D. Gassmann, David Kerstetter Nov 2024

Snakehead Neurocranium, Alexis K. Crass, Megan E. Martiello, Matthew D. Gassmann, David Kerstetter

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The Effect Of Exercise Type On Working Memory, Ariana Gonzalez, William R. Kochen Nov 2024

The Effect Of Exercise Type On Working Memory, Ariana Gonzalez, William R. Kochen

Journal for Sports Neuroscience

Martial arts encompass a wide range of sports and techniques that have been practiced for self-defense and combat for thousands of years. It has expanded to include various styles such as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Taekwondo, judo, and karate. It has also been practiced as a form of exercise and entertainment. Martial arts have been associated to discipline, integrity, improved stamina, and increased mental and problem-solving capabilities. Unlike other exercise methods, most martial arts require focus, skill, and technique, which have been hypothesized to improve memory. The purpose of the study was to determine if there was a significant improvement in the …


Identification Of Nitro-Containing Compounds As Potent Inhibitors Of Glioblastoma Stem Cells Via Stat3 Pathway Suppression, Matthew Pate, Roberto Martin, Emma Baker, Blake Hutchins, Marie J. Moreno Hollweg, Sabrin Safar, Kyuree Chang, Eduardo A. Veliz, Steven Vanni, Regina Graham Nov 2024

Identification Of Nitro-Containing Compounds As Potent Inhibitors Of Glioblastoma Stem Cells Via Stat3 Pathway Suppression, Matthew Pate, Roberto Martin, Emma Baker, Blake Hutchins, Marie J. Moreno Hollweg, Sabrin Safar, Kyuree Chang, Eduardo A. Veliz, Steven Vanni, Regina Graham

HCA-NSU MD Research Day

Identification of Nitro-Containing Compounds as Potent Inhibitors of Glioblastoma Stem Cells via STAT3 Pathway Suppression Matthew C. Pate1, Roberto Martin2, Emma Baker1, Blake Hutchins1, Maria Moreno Hollweg1, Sabrin Safar1, Kyuree Chang1, Eduardo A. Veliz PhD3, Steven Vanni DO 1,4, Regina M. Graham PhD1 1Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C Patel College of Allopathic Medicine, Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA, 2Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine, Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA, 3Department of Chemistry, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL, USA ,4HCA Florida University Hospital, Davie, FL, USA, Objective: To examine cytotoxic effects of a series of nitro-compounds …


Revolutionizing Mandibular Osteoblastoma Treatment: The Power Of Computer-Assisted Virtual Surgical Planning, Leon Liu, Jason E. Portnof, Mullar Zakher Dds, Sandra Khuu Dmd, Renee Reich Dds Nov 2024

Revolutionizing Mandibular Osteoblastoma Treatment: The Power Of Computer-Assisted Virtual Surgical Planning, Leon Liu, Jason E. Portnof, Mullar Zakher Dds, Sandra Khuu Dmd, Renee Reich Dds

HCA-NSU MD Research Day

Clinical Abstract Introduction. Osteoblastomas are benign primary bone tumors that rarely arise in the jawbones. Often displaying features that make them difficult to discern from other bone-forming lesions, osteoblastomas may be aggressive in nature, making their expeditious diagnosis and detection crucial to maximize functional and aesthetic outcomes. Although mandibular osteoblastomas are traditionally treated with surgical excision, this paper explores the effectiveness of a computer-assisted approach with use of CBCT scans, virtual planning, and fabrication of custom surgical guides as a means to effectively plan proper resection of the defect. Case Description. This case series presents the diagnostic methods and surgical …


Bilateral Popliteal Entrapment Syndrome: A Rare And Challenging Case Report, Jose Burgos, Gabriela Llerena, Spencer Rheingold, Jorge De La Portilla Nov 2024

Bilateral Popliteal Entrapment Syndrome: A Rare And Challenging Case Report, Jose Burgos, Gabriela Llerena, Spencer Rheingold, Jorge De La Portilla

HCA-NSU MD Research Day

Bilateral Popliteal Entrapment Syndrome: A Rare and Challenging Case Report Burgos, Jose Julian, MD, MDIV, HCA Florida Kendall Department of Vascular Surgery Miami, Florida. Llerena, Gabriela2, OMSIV, Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine. Rheingold, Spencer, MSIV, Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran Patel College of Allopathic Medicine. De La Portilla, Jorge MD, assistant professor, HCA Florida Kendall Department of Vascular Surgery Miami, Florida1 Objective: This case describes an atypical presentation of PES in an older male patient who presented with a sudden onset of symptoms without a history of claudication. Background: Popliteal entrapment syndrome (PES) is a …


Black Grouper Neurocranium, Grace K. Triplett, Katelyn A. Mckimmy, Lacey Adamik, David Kerstetter Nov 2024

Black Grouper Neurocranium, Grace K. Triplett, Katelyn A. Mckimmy, Lacey Adamik, David Kerstetter

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No abstract provided.


Todaro Channeled Apple Snail (Pomacea Canaliculata), Jasmyn Todaro, Amy C. Hirons Nov 2024

Todaro Channeled Apple Snail (Pomacea Canaliculata), Jasmyn Todaro, Amy C. Hirons

Hirons Field Techniques

Channeled Apple Snail (Pomacea canaliculata) shell.


Red Snapper Neurocranium, Roman Devlin, Michael A. Birnbaum, David Kerstetter Nov 2024

Red Snapper Neurocranium, Roman Devlin, Michael A. Birnbaum, David Kerstetter

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Butterfly Peacock Bass (Cichla Ocellaris) Neurocranium, Jasmyn Todaro, Emma Horton, David Kerstetter Nov 2024

Butterfly Peacock Bass (Cichla Ocellaris) Neurocranium, Jasmyn Todaro, Emma Horton, David Kerstetter

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No abstract provided.


Proceedings From The Fifth Annual For Society For Sports Neuroscience Conference, Neurosports Editorial Staff Nov 2024

Proceedings From The Fifth Annual For Society For Sports Neuroscience Conference, Neurosports Editorial Staff

Journal for Sports Neuroscience

Proceedings from the Fifth Annual for Society for Sports Neuroscience Conference


The Current - Volume 35 Issue 5, Nova Southeastern University Oct 2024

The Current - Volume 35 Issue 5, Nova Southeastern University

Student Newspapers

No abstract provided.


(Un)Know Thy “Self”: Interconnected Consciousness And Different Ways Of Knowing, Laurel Waterman, Karyn Cooper Oct 2024

(Un)Know Thy “Self”: Interconnected Consciousness And Different Ways Of Knowing, Laurel Waterman, Karyn Cooper

The Qualitative Report

This paper draws on preliminary data from a qualitative study in curriculum and pedagogy, “Stories of Teaching about Consciousness: An Inquiry into Worldviews and Wellbeing.” An emerging theme is the concept of the self and how it entwines with perspectives on consciousness. Analyzing consciousness and the self through The Five Contexts framework reveals assumptions at the heart of research and education that often go unquestioned. We wonder, what might alternative perspectives on consciousness and the self offer to researchers and educators? The study aims to inform a larger project of “consciousness education,” defined as education about perspectives on the source …


"Traditionalizing" Effect Of Parenthood On First Time Mothers: Insights From A Longitudinal Study, Vilma Ražauskienė Oct 2024

"Traditionalizing" Effect Of Parenthood On First Time Mothers: Insights From A Longitudinal Study, Vilma Ražauskienė

The Qualitative Report

Researchers have documented that transitioning to parenthood may have a "traditionalizing“ effect on the gendered division of housework and childcare. The goal of this research is to enhance an understanding of the factors that influence this change in behaviour and attitudes swaying it to the side of traditional gender roles. To achieve this objective, two waves of individual semi-structured interviews were conducted with ten women during pregnancy and four to six months postpartum. Although convenience sampling was employed for data collection, the research participants displayed variation in terms of marital status, educational level, number of children, breastfeeding practices, and other …


The Current - Volume 35 Issue 4, Nova Southeastern University Oct 2024

The Current - Volume 35 Issue 4, Nova Southeastern University

Student Newspapers

No abstract provided.


The Endocannabinoid System Signaling, A Precursor To Homeostasis: A Scoping Review, Madison Sikyta, Jeff G. Konin, Matthew Kutz Oct 2024

The Endocannabinoid System Signaling, A Precursor To Homeostasis: A Scoping Review, Madison Sikyta, Jeff G. Konin, Matthew Kutz

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

The Endocannabinoid System is a physiological system in the body that includes several receptors and ligands. Due to its relatively recent discovery, there is a need for healthcare professionals to be formally educated on the function of this system in the body. The endocannabinoid system is seen as having an increased research interest since the early 1990s given its current status of uncertainty amongst many. The goal of this scoping review is to provide a synoptic analysis of how the Endocannabinoid System functions and integrates within and between different systematic relationships in the body.


How Have Occupational Therapy Services Been Delivered During The Covid-19 Pandemic?, Hulya Yucel, Selen Aydoner Oct 2024

How Have Occupational Therapy Services Been Delivered During The Covid-19 Pandemic?, Hulya Yucel, Selen Aydoner

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

The provision of traditional healthcare services has encountered obstacles due to the Coronavirus Disease-2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. The inability of healthcare professionals and clients to survive the pandemic and the inadequacy of personal protective equipment have created uncertainties regarding the appropriate practices for addressing individuals' health conditions. Furthermore, the field of rehabilitation, including occupational therapy, has experienced changes in the delivery of traditional practices. Therefore, this review aimed to examine occupational therapy services delivered during the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result of the literature review, the most commonly provided services by occupational therapists during COVID-19 were discussed and a total of …


The History And Development Of Doctor Of Health Science (Dhsc) Programs In The United States - Past, Present, And Future Part I - Past, Helen Ewing, Richard Davis, Randy D. Danielsen, Eric Sauers, Robin Reesal Oct 2024

The History And Development Of Doctor Of Health Science (Dhsc) Programs In The United States - Past, Present, And Future Part I - Past, Helen Ewing, Richard Davis, Randy D. Danielsen, Eric Sauers, Robin Reesal

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: This three-part article series will elucidate how the Doctor of Health Science (DHSc) programs in the United States were envisioned and introduced. Method: Part I discusses relevant historical information about Higher Education and the traditional Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree to reach this goal. It describes the transition of PhD philosophies to professional doctorates by following the historical postgraduate program paths in education, nursing, and public health. Included is a brief discussion about the rapid growth of professional doctorates. Part I ends by identifying the origins of DHSc programs within the United States system of higher education. Part …


Fibonacci Numbers And Symmetry In Tai-Chi Motions, Matthew He Oct 2024

Fibonacci Numbers And Symmetry In Tai-Chi Motions, Matthew He

Mathematics Colloquium Series

In this talk, we first briefly review Fibonaccinumbers and its growth and development inmath, science, arts, culture, and nature, followedby an overview of Tao’s thoughts as an energysource of Tai-Chi motion. We then show thatFibonacci numbers are rooted in Tai-Chi motionand demonstrate that golden rectangle simulatesthe core space of Tai-Chi motions, and circular,spiral, and symmetrical motions can be used todescribe Tai-Chi movements. This talk is broadlydivided into the following three parts: 1.FIBONACCI NUMBERS, GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT 2.TAO’S THOUGHTS, GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT 3.TAI-CHI: MOTION OF FIBONACCI NUMBERS AND SYMMETRY


Nsu Kpcom Link - Fall 2024 - Volume 3.3, Nova Southeastern University Oct 2024

Nsu Kpcom Link - Fall 2024 - Volume 3.3, Nova Southeastern University

NSU Florida Link Newsletter

No abstract provided.


The Effects Of Childhood Maltreatment In A Sample Of Deaf Adults, Teresa Crowe Ph.D Sep 2024

The Effects Of Childhood Maltreatment In A Sample Of Deaf Adults, Teresa Crowe Ph.D

JADARA

This research studied the impacts of child maltreatment on 87 deaf adults' use of substances, anxiety and depression, involvement in victimization and perpetration of intimate partner violence, age, gender identity, and parental language use. After IRB approval, participants completed an online survey about experiences of childhood maltreatment and its effects on their lives. Results showed that the sample: a) had low to moderate incidence of childhood physical abuse, sexual abuse, physical neglect, and emotional neglect, b) reported mild levels of anxiety and depression, c) included 32.5% who met the threshold for IPV victimization and/or perpetration, d) relatively low levels of …


Emotional Display Rules Of Deaf Culture, Nicholas M. Gala, Lawrence Pick Sep 2024

Emotional Display Rules Of Deaf Culture, Nicholas M. Gala, Lawrence Pick

JADARA

Emotional display rules refer to the expression of culturally prescribed and socially acceptable emotions across different people and situations (Wu & Schulz, 2020). The display rules among hearing adults across several cultures are well defined and depend on the type of emotion, the individuals involved in the exchange, and the situation. Regarding Deaf culture in the United States, this minoritized group may follow unique display rules (Hosie et al., 2000), but there has been almost no research conducted with this population and the existing studies have focused on youth. The present study explores perceived emotional expressions among a sample of …