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Melatonin And Neurogenesis: A Comparative Study Of The Efficacy Of Melatonin, Its Precursors, And L-Dopa On Neural Stem Cell Metabolism In Human Adult Neurospheres, Omar Heriba
HIM 1990-2015
Human neurosphere stem cells offer promising potential for the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases. Their well characterized multi-potency of differentiating into neurons, astrocytes, and oligodendrocytes when exposed to the optimum exogenous growth factors make them an exciting area of study (38). Finding novel endogenous methods of modulating stem cell metabolism will allow for the safer treatment of various brain disorders (34). In this experiment, melatonin, N-acetylserotonin, L-tryptophan, and L-DOPA are added in three different concentrations to neurospheres suspended in HNSC/GBM media with less than optimal concentrations of exogenous epidermal growth factor (EGF) and fibroblast growth factor (FGF). The alamarBlue assay (resazurin) …
The Scoop, Vol. 1 Issue 9, December 2014, Health Sciences Library
The Scoop, Vol. 1 Issue 9, December 2014, Health Sciences Library
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Media Sensationalism And Its Implications On The Public Understanding Of Science, Christopher Barsoum
Media Sensationalism And Its Implications On The Public Understanding Of Science, Christopher Barsoum
HIM 1990-2015
Myths, misinformation, and sensationalism. These are common enemies that directly inhibit the public understanding of science. In particular, the media is often responsible for mishandling or otherwise misrepresenting scientific information, historically and presently speaking. Many sources can combat the public understanding of science through pseudoscientific means. This includes but is not limited to religion, the media, politics, or just simple hearsay. For example, Young Earth creationism is deeply rooted in Christian theology, but the beliefs hold no scientific basis. Yet, almost half of Americans still believe in Young Earth creationism. Another such example is anti-vaccination campaigns due to fears of …
Physical Health Outcomes Of The Stigmatizer, William Butler
Physical Health Outcomes Of The Stigmatizer, William Butler
HIM 1990-2015
This thesis explores physical health outcomes of individuals that hold stigma against those with mental illness. The stigmatizer is mentioned in the literature as an individual that holds a stigma towards another group. In this thesis, stigma refers to those that hold prejudice and may express discrimination towards a targeted group. Two studies were conducted that looked at multiple demographic variables as well as symptomology and degree of stigma towards those with mental illness. The first study looked at overall stigma without the stereotypical psychosomatic symptoms (chest pain and abdominal pain). The second study looked at a second dimension of …
The Constitutionality Of Warrantless Cell Phone Searches: Incident To Arrest, Kylie Brown
The Constitutionality Of Warrantless Cell Phone Searches: Incident To Arrest, Kylie Brown
HIM 1990-2015
As technology has developed, Americans have come to carry their most private information around with them in their pockets in digital form on their cell phones. A cell phone has immense storage capacity and can contain a wide variety of communicative information about its owner. In the past, there had been a disagreement among the lower courts as to whether police officers could search the contents of an arrestee's cell phone when making an arrest. The United States Supreme Court settled this disagreement in Riley v. California; in that case, the Court held that the warrantless search of a cell …
Cultural Relevance In Medicine: An Evaluation Of Cultural Competence Curriculum Integration In Southeastern Medical Schools, Leslie Gannon
Cultural Relevance In Medicine: An Evaluation Of Cultural Competence Curriculum Integration In Southeastern Medical Schools, Leslie Gannon
HIM 1990-2015
Cultural competence in health care provision has been broadly identified as the need for providers to acknowledge, address, or incorporate an understanding of the cultural and social context of patients' lives into the process of treating and managing patient's illnesses. However, how cultural competence can be incorporated has been the subject of debates in biomedicine and anthropology, and has often been met with difficulties in physician practice. These challenges arise from differing perspectives about how cultural competence is understood and institutional neglect of culturally relevant education. While the need for cultural competence integration into health care practitioner training during medical …
Predicting Science Literacy And Science Appreciation, Robert Hellmuth
Predicting Science Literacy And Science Appreciation, Robert Hellmuth
HIM 1990-2015
Research has shown that the benefits of having a populace literate in science are great. Even if citizens are not literate in basic science, it is important that citizens still appreciate science and those with expertise in the field for many reasons. Recent research suggests that the United States (U.S.) has lower levels of science literacy than it should. Evidence may also suggest that many U.S. citizens are not appreciative of science. Overall, little research has been conducted on what may predict science literacy and science appreciation which is the aim of this research. Specifically, I have examined socio-personal variables, …
Exploring A Relationship Between Social Anxiety Disorder And Bilingualism, Nicholas James
Exploring A Relationship Between Social Anxiety Disorder And Bilingualism, Nicholas James
HIM 1990-2015
This study investigated the possible relationship between bilingualism and social anxiety disorder. Past research has indicated developmental delays in language as increasing risk for other psychological difficulties. With the pressure to learn two languages, possibly in the drastically different environments of home, school, and/or work, individuals may be vulnerable to becoming socially anxious in conjunction with language use. This study examined a series of factors surrounding linguistic development and reports of social anxiety. Participants were divided into 4 groups: Socially Anxious (SA; n = 43) monolinguals, Non-Socially Anxious (Non-SA; n = 81) monolinguals, SA bilinguals (n = 30), and Non-SA …
A Comparison Of Anthropometric And Maximal Strength Measures In Rugby Union Players, Thomas Gamazo
A Comparison Of Anthropometric And Maximal Strength Measures In Rugby Union Players, Thomas Gamazo
HIM 1990-2015
To examine differences in body composition and maximal strength between collegiate (CLG) and men's club (CLB) rugby union players, as well as between the forward (FW) and back (BK) positions, seventeen resistance-trained men (24 ± 2.4 yrs; range: 20 ± 27 yrs; 179.3 ± 5.4 cm; 93.7 ± 12.9kg) from a collegiate rugby team (n=11) and a local men's rugby club (n=6) were recruited to participate in the present investigation. Prior to strength testing, height (± 0.1 cm), body mass (± 0.1 kg), and body composition via dual energy x-ray absorptiometry were assessed to determine total percent body fat (%FAT), …
Libertarian, Liberal, And Socialist Concepts Of Disributive Justice, Daniel Kassebaum
Libertarian, Liberal, And Socialist Concepts Of Disributive Justice, Daniel Kassebaum
HIM 1990-2015
What makes for a just society constitutes one of the most intensely debated subject among political philosophers. There are many theorists striving to identify principles of justice and each believes his/hers theory to be the best. The literature on this subject is much too voluminous to be canvassed in its entirety here. I will, however, examine the stances and arguments of three key schools of thought shaping the modern discussion of social justice: libertarianism (particularly Robert Nozick and Milton and Rose Friedman), liberal egalitarianism (John Rawls and Ronald Dworkin), and socialism (Karl Marx and John Roemer). Each of these schools …
Investing In An Interconnected Workforce: Global Education Reform, Amelia Klug
Investing In An Interconnected Workforce: Global Education Reform, Amelia Klug
HIM 1990-2015
Regardless of culture, socio-economic background, and quality of life, all students deserve the highest quality of education. But the reality is, many education systems around the world do not offer it. Investing in structural reforms in education has the potential to boost economic growth in countries around the world. By learning from different education systems strengths and weaknesses, policy decisions can be made that ensure students are given the opportunity for higher educational outcomes. This study analyzes high, middle, and low quality education systems around the world and the infrastructures that lead to educational success or failure. Fifteen education systems …
Madama Butterfly: The Mythology; Or How Imperialism And The Patriarchy Crushed Butterfly's Wings, Adriana Nieves
Madama Butterfly: The Mythology; Or How Imperialism And The Patriarchy Crushed Butterfly's Wings, Adriana Nieves
HIM 1990-2015
As a popular historic work with constant and worldwide performances, the sexist and racist narratives disseminated by Giacomo Puccini's opera Madama Butterfly causes harmful social and political ramifications. Many scholars point to this opera specifically when discussing the fetishization of Asian females, and mention the title character as the quintessential example of damaging stereotypes. Thus, I conduct a postcolonial and feminist reading of Madama Butterfly, through analysis of the opera's libretto, the libretto sources, and the opera's score. I unravel the Orientalist assumptions that make up the foundation of the Butterfly narrative, and trace them as they make their way …
Exploring The Effects Of Social Media Use On The Mental Health Of Young Adults, Amelia Strickland
Exploring The Effects Of Social Media Use On The Mental Health Of Young Adults, Amelia Strickland
HIM 1990-2015
The intent of this thesis is to explore the relationship between social media use and mental health in the young adult population. Current research indicates that there is a connection between increased social media use and deteriorated mental health. Unfortunately, young adults, the most active social media users, have a predominantly high risk for developing mental health issues, making this connection particularly concerning. At present, it is unclear how social media and mental health are connected; therefore this thesis explores the individual and social theories that may give reason for this connection. Theories that are discussed include: the impact of …
Exploring The Impact Of Bibliotherapy And Family Literacy Bags On Elementary Students Experiencing Divorce, Simone Smith
Exploring The Impact Of Bibliotherapy And Family Literacy Bags On Elementary Students Experiencing Divorce, Simone Smith
HIM 1990-2015
The purpose of this research project was to use picture books to create family literacy bags surrounding the topic of divorce, in order to explore their impact on children and families. Divorce is on the rise and so many children are facing, or may face divorce, in their preadolescent lives. This thesis involved creating a tool that will help enrich family support and guidance with issues or stressors that arise from the divorce. As educators, caregivers and school personnel consider the use of family literacy bags, my research has the potential to impact these students and their families. Through my …
Rice Decision, Richard C. Crepeau
Rice Decision, Richard C. Crepeau
On Sport and Society
How surprising was it when the arbitrator in the Ray Rice case ruled that Roger Goodell had acted “arbitrary in his discretion,” and had punished Rice twice for the same offense? In addition when Goodell claimed that Ray Rice misled him about the severity of the incident, the arbitrator found otherwise. Goodell was fully apprised by Rice as to the severity of the incident.
Saying Thanks Isn’T Always Simple, Melody Bowdon
Saying Thanks Isn’T Always Simple, Melody Bowdon
UCF Forum
Tomorrow is Thanksgiving, and people all over the country will gather around tables with loved ones to express thanks for time together, getting through another year, and green bean casserole.
Compounds That Suppress Cancer Cells And Exhibit Antitumor Activity, James Turkson, Patrick Gunning
Compounds That Suppress Cancer Cells And Exhibit Antitumor Activity, James Turkson, Patrick Gunning
UCF Patents
The present invention provides compounds S3I-201.1066 (Formula 1) and S3I-201.2096 (Formula 2) as selective Stat3 binding agents that block Stat3 association with cognate receptor pTyr motifs, Stat3 phosphorylation and nuclear translocation, Stat3 transcriptional function, and consequently induced Stat3-specific antitumor cell effects in vitro and antitumor response in vivo.
Meeting Roster 2014-11-20, Staff Council
Meeting Roster 2014-11-20, Staff Council
Staff Council Meeting Roster
No abstract provided.
Data Documentation & Metadata, Sai Deng
Data Documentation & Metadata, Sai Deng
Faculty Scholarship and Creative Works
No abstract provided.
Oxidase Activity Of Polymeric Coated Cerium Oxide Nanoparticles, J. Manuel Perez Figueroa, Atul Asati, Charalambos Kaittanis, Sudip Nath, Santimukul Santra
Oxidase Activity Of Polymeric Coated Cerium Oxide Nanoparticles, J. Manuel Perez Figueroa, Atul Asati, Charalambos Kaittanis, Sudip Nath, Santimukul Santra
UCF Patents
methods, systems, compositions include biocompatible polymer coated nanoceria that function as aqeous redox catalyst with enhanced activity at an acidic to moderaly alkaline pH value between 1 and 8. The compositions are used as oxidizing agents for decompostion, decontamination and inactivation of organic contaminants, such as, pesticides and chemical warfare agents. Another use includes nanoceria as targetable nanocatalyst prepared by conjugating various targeting ligands to the nanoparticle coating to form a colorimetric or fuorescent probe in immunoassays or other molecule binding assays that involve the use of a molecule in solution that changes the color of the solution or emits …
Detection Of Analytes Using Metal Nanoparticle Probes And Dynamic Light Scattering (Us), Qun Huo, Qiu Dai, Xiong Liu
Detection Of Analytes Using Metal Nanoparticle Probes And Dynamic Light Scattering (Us), Qun Huo, Qiu Dai, Xiong Liu
UCF Patents
Disclosed herein are systems and methods for detecting Chemical Species, Biomolecules and Biotargets (Analytes) using receptor functionalized metal nanoparticles and Dynamic Light Scattering.
Intercultural Interactions Outside The Classroom: Narratives On A U.S. Campus, Xinran Lehto, Liping A. Cai, Xiaoxiao Fu, Yi Chen
Intercultural Interactions Outside The Classroom: Narratives On A U.S. Campus, Xinran Lehto, Liping A. Cai, Xiaoxiao Fu, Yi Chen
Rosen Faculty Scholarship and Creative Works
This study provides a picture of the interactional experiences between domestic and international undergraduate students outside the classroom on a US campus. Based on 9 focus group sessions, 8 distinctive themes emerged as a result. The study revealed some similarities but many differences between domestic and international students, illuminating the lack of and barriers to intercultural learning. The findings highlight the challenges and opportunities currently faced on US campuses, thereby making a timely contribution to efforts at developing students’ readiness to be successful in a global and multicultural environment.
The Scoop, Vol. 1 Issue 8, "Movember" 2014, Health Sciences Library
The Scoop, Vol. 1 Issue 8, "Movember" 2014, Health Sciences Library
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Black Infant Deaths Point To Flaw In U.S. Health Care System, Vanessa Lopez-Littleton
Black Infant Deaths Point To Flaw In U.S. Health Care System, Vanessa Lopez-Littleton
UCF Forum
In a recent interview on The Daily Show, TV host Jon Stewart asked Fox political commentator Bill O’Reilly: “Does white privilege exist?” O’Reilly denied the existence of white privilege but conceded that as a collective, blacks carry more of a burden than whites.
Binary Probe System For Sensitive Detection Of Target Analytes, Dmitry Kolpashchikov, Yulia Gerasimova
Binary Probe System For Sensitive Detection Of Target Analytes, Dmitry Kolpashchikov, Yulia Gerasimova
UCF Patents
We suggest a novel PCR-free assay that allows fluorescent detection of specific nucleic acid sequences with high selectivity and sensitivity. The assay can discriminate signal nucleotide substitution in an analyzed nucleic acid with high accuracy even at ambient temperatures. The high sensitivity of the assay is predetermined by the possibility of fluorescent signal amplification due to the catalytic action of an enzyme, which recognizes only the complex of the probe with the analyte and not the probe itself. The assay is cost-efficient, which is especially beneficial for the analysis of multiple nucleic acid analytes: two short unmodified oligonucleotides need to …
What Is The Cost Of A Bad Hire?, Todd Dagenais
What Is The Cost Of A Bad Hire?, Todd Dagenais
UCF Forum
My friends in the Human Resources world are noticing an alarming trend. Colleges and universities are pumping out thousands of highly qualified students eagerly awaiting their first paycheck in the workforce. Unfortunately, simply completing the necessary coursework and earning a high grade point average isn’t enough to make them a productive member of today’s fast-paced and complex global economy.
The Scoop, Vol. 1 Issue 7, October 2014, Health Sciences Library
The Scoop, Vol. 1 Issue 7, October 2014, Health Sciences Library
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Installments, Issue 84, October/November 2014, Renee Montgomery
Installments, Issue 84, October/November 2014, Renee Montgomery
Libraries' Newsletters
No abstract provided.
Substituted 2-Hydroxy-4-(2-(Phenylsulfonamido)Acetamido)Benzoic Acid Analogs As Inhibitors Of Stat Proteins (Us), James Turkson, Patrick Gunning
Substituted 2-Hydroxy-4-(2-(Phenylsulfonamido)Acetamido)Benzoic Acid Analogs As Inhibitors Of Stat Proteins (Us), James Turkson, Patrick Gunning
UCF Patents
In one aspect, the invention relates to substituted 2-hydroxy-4-(2-(phenylsulfonamido)acetamido)benzoic acid analogs, derivatives thereof, and related compounds, which are useful as inhibitors of STAT protein activity; synthetic methods for making the compounds; pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds; and methods of treating disorders of uncontrolled cellular proliferation associated with a STAT protein activity dysfunction using the compounds and compositions. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention.
Get Outside The Box – And Go Outside!, Alaina Bernard
Get Outside The Box – And Go Outside!, Alaina Bernard
UCF Forum
We live in a fast-paced society, driven by technology and air conditioners. What would be the motivation for someone to get outside their box and go outside?