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Active And Retroactive Digital Newspaper Preservation, Andrew Mcdonnell

Library Presentations

This presentation was given at the 2024 International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions News Media Conference in Aarhus, Denmark on May 31, 2024. It illustrates a brief glimpse of the University of Kentucky's Digital Newspaper Preservation program, highlighting challenges presented by two new born-digital additions to the collection.

A Framework And Process For Community‑Engaged, Mixed‑Methods Cancer Needs Assessments, Todd Burus, Jessica R. Thompson, Caree R. Mcafee, Lovoria B. Williams, Jennifer R. Knight, Bin Huang, Sarojini Kanotra, Natalie P. Wilhite, Elaine Russell, Melinda Rogers, Connie L. Sorrell, Christine Stroebel, Rachael King, Pamela C. Hull

Markey Cancer Center Faculty Publications

Purpose

Community health needs assessments are required for most state and local public health agencies and non-profit hospitals. Typically based on community health improvement planning models, these assessments encompass overall com- munity health and multiple diseases to inform program planning. National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Cancer Centers and community-based cancer-focused programs share the goal of reducing cancer burden in the catchment areas they serve. However, to date, no published models exist to guide cancer-specific needs assessments for a determined geographic area that can inform both public health and research initiatives. The purpose of this article is to outline a cancer needs …

Social/Emotional Health, Mental Health And Quality Of Life Among Adults With Comorbid Diabetes And Hypertension: A Population-Based Cross-Sectional Study, Ranjita Misra, Sara Nayeem

Journal of Appalachian Health

Introduction: West Virginia has a disproportionately large population of rural adults with diabetes and hypertension, two common chronic, comorbid conditions that represent a national economic, social, and public health burden. Anxiety, depression, and severe mental illness are associated with poor motivation to engage in coping/self-care behaviors and related increased morbidity/mortality.

Purpose: This study examines the relationship between self-reported mental health, selected social and emotional health factors, health-related quality of life (HRQoL), and clinical outcomes among adults with comorbid diabetes and hypertension.

Methods: This cross-sectional study consisted of 75 participants who participated in a diabetes and hypertension self-management program (DHSMP) in …

Disasters And Impacts In Appalachian Kentucky: A Behavioral Health Analysis, Walter David Mathews Phd, Joseph M. Clark, Amy S. Potts

Journal of Appalachian Health

Introduction: Major disasters continue to occur in Appalachian Kentucky with devastating consequences. A major disaster, defined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as an event too large for a community to manage without outside help, involves emergency responders from the local, state, and federal disaster agencies, plus national volunteers.

Purpose: This paper reports on recent disasters in eight southeast Kentucky counties, the changing nature of these disasters, and the behavioral health impact on the people affected.

Methods: In this large-scale disaster survey in the Appalachian counties in Southeast Kentucky, over 3,500 people were asked about their recent disaster experiences …

Community Needs Assessment Collaboration Following The July 2022 Flooding In Eastern Kentucky, Melissa Slone Dsw, Frances Feltner Dnp, William M. Baker Rn, Anthony S. Lockard Msw, Csw, Angela Raleigh Rd

Journal of Appalachian Health

Rapidly rising waters due to flash floods and thunderstorms on the night of July 27, 2022, resulted in hundreds of water rescues throughout 14 rural Appalachian Kentucky counties. Lives were lost, thousands were injured, homes and property were damaged or destroyed, and many roadways were unpassable. Community partners serving these counties collaborated to design and conduct an assessment to gain a better understanding of the needs of individuals residing in certain remote sections within the communities. The assessment, conducted three months after the flood, collected information regarding flooding impact on housing, physical and behavioral health, transportation, work, and finances.

Clinical And Genomic Features Of Patients With Renal Cell Carcinoma And Advanced Chronic Kidney Disease: Analysis Of A Multi-Institutional Database., Corbin J. Eule, Junxiao Hu, Dale Hedges, Alkesh Jani, Thomas Pshak, Brandon J. Manley, Alejandro Sanchez, Robert Dreicer, Zin W. Myint, Yousef Zakharia, Elaine T. Lam

Markey Cancer Center Faculty Publications

BACKGROUND: Patients with advanced chronic kidney disease (ACKD) are at an increased risk of developing renal cell carcinoma (RCC), but molecular alterations in RCC specimens arising from ACKD and overall survival (OS) in affected patients are not well defined.

PATIENTS AND METHODS: Using the Oncology Research Information Exchange Network (ORIEN) Total Cancer Care

RESULTS: Of 296 patients with RCC, 61 met the criteria for ACKD. The most common somatic mutations in the overall cohort were in

CONCLUSIONS: Using the clinicogenomic ORIEN database, our study found lower rates of

Travel-Time Disparities In Access To Proton Beam Therapy For Cancer Treatment, Todd Burus, Alexander D. Vanhelene, Michael K. Rooney, Krystle A. Lang Kuhs, W. Jay Christian, Christopher Mcnair, Sanjay Mishra, Arnold C. Paulino, Grace L. Smith, Steven J. Frank, Jeremy L. Warner

Markey Cancer Center Faculty Publications

IMPORTANCE Proton beam therapy is an emerging radiotherapy treatment for patients with cancer that may produce similar outcomes as traditional photon-based therapy for many cancers while delivering lower amounts of toxic radiation to surrounding tissue. Geographic proximity to a proton facility is a critical component of ensuring equitable access both for indicated diagnoses and ongoing clinical trials.

OBJECTIVE To characterize the distribution of proton facilities in the US, quantify drive-time access for the population, and investigate the likelihood of long commutes for certain population subgroups.

DESIGN, SETTING, AND PARTICIPANTS This population-based cross-sectional study analyzed travel times to proton facilities in …

Epri Research On Innovative Techniques For Alternative Source Demonstrations, Bruce Hensel, Charles Cravotta Iii, Michael Pribil, Christopher Bagwell

World of Coal Ash Proceedings

EPRI Research on Innovative Techniques for Alternative Source Demonstrations Authors Mr. Bruce Hensel - United States - Electric Power Research Institute Dr. Charles Cravotta III - United States - United States Geological Survey Mr. Michael Pribil - United States - United States Geological Survey Dr. Christopher Bagwell - United States - Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Mr. R. Jeffrey Davis - United States - INTEGRAL CONSULTING INC. Mr. Jared Carte - United States - United States Geological Survey Mr. Danny Rutherford - United States - United States Geological Survey Dr. Frederick Day-Lewis - United States - Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Ms. …

Epa’S Updated Toxicity Criteria For Arsenic-Implications On Coal Ash Sites, Todd Bernhardt, Jay Peters

World of Coal Ash Proceedings

EPA’s Updated Toxicity Criteria for Arsenic: Implications on Coal Ash Sites Authors Mr. Todd Bernhardt - United States - Haley & Aldrich Inc. Mr. Jay Peters - United States - Haley & Aldrich Inc. Abstract In October 2023, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a draft Integrated Risk Information System (IRIS) Toxicological Review of Inorganic Arsenic in which updated toxicity criteria were proposed that are significantly more conservative than the current values. Adoption of the proposed toxicity criteria could have significant implications on risk-based levels for arsenic. Although the Coal Combustion Residuals (CCR) Rule relies on EPA Maximum …

Paper_Using Interim Storage To Better Align Harvesting And Beneficiation Timelines, Ethan Bond

World of Coal Ash Proceedings

With environmental sustainability increasing in priority, a number of beneficiation technologies have entered the market since the Coal Combustion Residuals (CCR) Rule took effect. While beneficiation providers offer an attractive solution to the previously regulated and newly regulated units facing closure, the timelines associated with beneficiation are often less attractive considering the strict regulatory deadlines imposed by the CCR Rule. Incorporating environmentally safe interim storage with traditional harvesting and beneficiation offers a potential solution to maintaining regulatory compliance while allowing for sustainable reuse of CCR. In this presentation we’ll explore considerations when looking at interim storage options, outline the various …

Exploring Non-Invasive High-Resolution Geophysical Site Characterization Methods For Delineation Of Coal Ash, Colin Plank, Mike Shultz, James Feild

World of Coal Ash Proceedings

Exploring Non-invasive High-Resolution Geophysical Site Characterization Methods for Delineation of Coal Ash Authors Mr. Colin Plank - United States - Burns &McDonnell Dr. Mike Shultz - United States - Burns & McDonnell Dr. James Feild - United States - Burns & McDonnell Abstract “Legacy Rule” revisions to Combustible Coal Residuals (CCR) regulations for inactive electric utility surface impoundments and CCR management units combined with aggressive compliance timeframes make efficient site delineation and characterization critical for program managers to achieve and sustain compliance. Advances in high-resolution geophysical approaches allow for non-invasive delineation in three-dimensions which can significantly reduce investigation costs and …

Harvesting And Beneficial Use- Voluntary, Consensus Standard Developed By Astm E50.03, Benjamin Gallagher, Abigail Calmes, William Petruzzi

World of Coal Ash Proceedings

Harvesting and Beneficial Use: Voluntary, Consensus Standard Developed by ASTM E50.03 Authors Mr. Benjamin Gallagher - United States - EPRI Ms. Abigail Calmes - United States - Verdantas Mr. William Petruzzi - United States - Verdantas Abstract ASTM is non-profit organization that develops voluntary, consensus-based standards. ASTM E50.03 subcommittee publishes standards related to beneficial use. The subcommittee’s eight active standards address harvesting of CCPs from landfills and impoundments, beneficial use of CCPs in mine reclamation and structural fills, and beneficial use of impacted lands. This session will provide an overview of active beneficial use standards. The recently published ASTM E3355-23 …

Ionic Liquid-Based Extraction And Separation For Recovery Of Rare-Earth Elements From Coal Fly Ash, Ting Liu, Ching-Hua Huang

World of Coal Ash Proceedings

Ionic liquid-based extraction and separation for recovery of rare-earth elements from coal fly ash Authors Ms. Ting Liu - United States - Georgia Institute of Technolog Prof. Ching-Hua Huang - United States - Georgia Institute of Technology Abstract Rare-earth elements (REEs) play a critical role in modern technologies. The United States currently lacks domestic REE supply but has a substantial reserve of coal fly ash (CFA) from annual production and decades of accumulation. CFAs are valuable sources for REE recovery, encompassing a comprehensive REE range with some at higher concentrations than rare earth mines. Recent studies from our research group …

Pore Solution-Based Innovative Approach For Evaluating The Effectiveness Of Conventional And Alternative Scms To Mitigate Asr, Anol Mukhopadhyay

World of Coal Ash Proceedings

Pore Solution-Based Innovative Approach for Evaluating the Effectiveness of Conventional and Alternative SCMs to Mitigate ASR Authors Prof. Anol Mukhopadhyay - United States - Texas A&M University Abstract Current ASR tests such as ASTM C 1293 and C 1567 are not sensitive to detecting FA soluble alkali's effect on ASR expansion due to alkali boosting test conditions. Moreover, the current empirical prediction models (e.g., chemical index and extended chemical index) to determine the fly ash dosage for mitigating ASR ignore the role of fly ash soluble alkali contribution on ASR evaluation. The main objective of this study was to develop …

Comparison Of The Concentrations Of Ree & Lithium In Coal Ash Collected From Impoundments In The Southeastern United States, Kalyn Tew, Rona Donahoe

World of Coal Ash Proceedings

COMPARISON OF THE CONCENTRATION OF REE & LITHIUM IN COAL ASH COLLECTED FROM IMPOUNDMENTS IN THE SOUTHEASTERN UNITED STATES Authors Mrs. Kalyn Tew - United States - University of Alabama Dr. Rona Donahoe - United States - University of Alabama Abstract This study compares REE, REE+ and Li concentrations in coal ash (N>350) collected from ten impoundments in the southeastern United States. Historical data (N=170) was compiled from 8 power plants. New samples (N=180) were collected from 8 impoundments, then digested (ASTM D6357) and analyzed via ICP-OES (EPA 200.8) for REE+ and Li concentrations. The average REE content for …

Integrating The Geochemical Conceptual Site Model And Advanced Statistics Evaluate Remedy Response And Prepare For Adaptive Management, Shannon Zahuranec, Allie Wyman-Feravich, James Jonas, Tom Meuzelaar

World of Coal Ash Proceedings

Integrating the Geochemical Conceptual Site Model and Advanced Statistics to Evaluate Remedy Response and Position for Adaptive Management Authors Ms. Shannon Zahuranec - United States - Life Cycle Geo, LLC Dr. Allie Wyman-Feravich - United States - Life Cycle Geo, LLC Mr. James Jonas - United States - Life Cycle Geo, LLC Dr. Tom Meuzelaar - United States - Life Cycle Geo, LLC Abstract As the utility industry progresses from evaluation of coal combustion residual (CCR) groundwater for corrective action towards implementation of the selected remedy, the focus of monitoring activities shifts from groundwater characterization to remedy performance. A generalized …

Reevaluation Of The Groundwater Monitoring Paradigm – Proof Of Concept Study, Jacob Gruzalski, Benjamin Adams, Bruce Hensel

World of Coal Ash Proceedings

Reevaluation of the Groundwater Monitoring Paradigm - Proof of Concept Study Authors Mr. Jacob Gruzalski - United States - Environmental Standards Mr. Benjamin Adams - United States - Environmental Standards Mr. Bruce Hensel - United States - Electric Power Research Institute Abstract Groundwater monitoring programs associated with coal combustion product (CCP) landfills and impoundments are long-term endeavors, continuing during active operation and for a post-closure period of 30 years or longer. This long-term groundwater monitoring represents a substantial financial expenditure by electrical power producers, with the bulk of the expenses being associated with the physical collection of the groundwater samples. …

Ccr Landfill Leachate Treatment Considerations, William Kennedy

World of Coal Ash Proceedings

CCR Landfill Leachate Treatment Considerations Authors Mr. William Kennedy - United States - Stantec Abstract The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed new effluent limitations guidelines (ELGs) for coal combustion residual (CCR) leachate in March 2023. In this proposed rule, definitions of applicability and implementation deadlines were outlined in addition to establishing numeric limitations for arsenic and mercury. The proposed ELGs established mercury and arsenic numeric limitations based on chemical precipitation but EPA also queried the public whether more advanced treatment should be required as the technology basis. Stantec will discuss the status of the 2023 proposed leachate ELGs and …

Emerging Regulations And Operational Preparedness – Key Areas To Ensure Future Success For 2024 Elgs, Joseph Woodley, Morgan French

World of Coal Ash Proceedings

Emerging Regulations and Operational Preparedness – Key Areas to Ensure Future Success for 2023 ELGs Authors Mr. Joseph Woodley - United States - UCC Environmental Mr. Morgan French - United States - UCC Environmental Abstract This paper describes key areas for coal fired utilities to evaluate in an effort to optimize near-term daily operations and ensure operational readiness for potential regulatory changes that could impact existing processes, treatment technologies, and the ability to discharge certain waste streams. The topics covered include those specifically identified in EPA’s 2023 Effluent Limitation Guidelines Prepublication Rule along with a number of steps your organization …

Producing Alternative Scms Through Carbon Utilization, Dhwanil Trivedi, Dante Luu

World of Coal Ash Proceedings

Producing a High-Performance Low Carbon ASCM using Carbon Utilization Technology Authors Mr. Dhwanil Trivedi - United States - Carbon Upcycling Technologies Inc. Mr. Dante Luu - Canada - Carbon Upcycling Technologies Inc. Abstract In the current climate crisis, there is significant pressure on the cement and concrete industry to achieve net zero by 2050. Carbon Upcycling Technologies (CUT) has developed a patented technology to upcycle industrial byproducts into quality Alternative Supplementary Cementitious Materials (ASCM). One prominent Supplementary Cementitious Material (SCM) is Fly Ash (FA). However, the production of fresh fly ash is decreasing as companies move towards more environmentally friendly …

Life Cycle Impacts Of Harvested Coal Ash Used As Cement Replacement In Concrete, Sabrina Bradshaw, Craig Benson, Tuncer Edil

World of Coal Ash Proceedings

Life Cycle Impacts of Using Harvested Coal Ash as a Cement Replacement in Concrete Authors Ms. Sabrina Bradshaw - United States - University of Wisconsin-Madison Dr. Craig Benson - United States - University of Wisconsin-Madison Dr. Tuncer Edil - United States - University of Wisconsin-Madison Abstract Environmental benefits of using harvested coal ash as supplementary cementitious material (SCM) in concrete were evaluated using life cycle assessment. Global warming potential (GWP), energy consumed, and water used to harvest and process ashes from landfills and impoundments to meet ASTM C618 SCM criteria were quantified and compared with fresh ash. The life cycle …

Ccr Rule​ Utility Perspective ​2024 And Beyond, Harold Register, Daniel Chartier

World of Coal Ash Proceedings

Coal Combustion Residuals Rule: Utility Perspective Looking at 2024 and Beyond Authors Mr. Harold Register - United States - Consumers Energy Mr. Daniel Chartier - United States - Utility Solid Waste Activities Group (USWAG) Abstract Since the federal Coal Combustion Residuals (CCR) rule was first promulgated in April 2015, the self-implementing framework of the rule has undergone numerous changes. Initially, the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation (WIIN) Act was signed into law in December 2016 authorizing the United States Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) to implement a federal CCR permit program through rulemaking when appropriated, and extending authority to …

Ponded Ash Beneficial Use Investigation And Bid Solicitation, Adam Poffenberger

World of Coal Ash Proceedings

Ponded Ash Beneficial Use Investigation and Bid Solicitation Authors Mr. Adam Poffenberger - United States - AECOM Abstract In response to federal and state regulations pertaining to disposal of ponded coal ash, development of site investigations and data collection to facilitate development of bid solicitation packages for coal ash beneficial use as an alternative to landfilling has gained traction. Several considerations should be considered to ensure that the site investigation is completed safely and supports the collection of pertinent information for beneficial use vendors to assess the quality of ash and determine viability of beneficiation technologies and/or processes to produce …

Ccr Regulations Drive Uncertainty For Beneficial Use Projects Past And Present, Susan Jackson, Martha Thomsen, Dawn Santoianni

World of Coal Ash Proceedings

CCR Regulations Drive Uncertainty for Beneficial Use Projects Past and Present Authors Ms. Susan Jackson - United States - Haley & Aldrich Inc. Mrs. Martha Thomsen - United States - Baker Botts LLP Ms. Dawn Santoianni - United States - Haley & Aldrich Inc. Abstract EPA’s recent position on beneficial use (BU) in proposed Part A and Part B decisions, as well as the agency’s policy positions and proposed changes to the CCR regulations articulated in the agency’s Proposed Legacy Rule, have created uncertainty and concern for utilities and ash marketers. Understanding how the agency distinguishes between legitimate BU projects …

Ccr Landfill Reclamation For Beneficial Use, Brian Owens

World of Coal Ash Proceedings

CCR Landfill Reclamation for Beneficial Reuse – Lessons Learned and Practical Considerations Authors Mr. Brian Owens - United States - WSP USA Abstract It is not news that coal-fired power and the resulting coal combustion residual (CCR) generation is declining while the beneficial reuse demand remains strong. As this trend continues, energy companies are beginning to reclaim landfilled CCRs to supply the market with sellable-quality materials. Although reclaiming surface impoundment CCRs is also ongoing, reclamation of landfilled CCRs is expected to continue long after surface impoundments have been closed. The author will review lessons learned through reclaiming flue gas desulfurization …

Ccr Closure Cost Savings Through Nature-Based Solutions, John Watrous, Josh Running, Amanda Ludlow

World of Coal Ash Proceedings

Nature-based Solutions for CCR Closure Authors Mr. John Watrous - United States - Stantec Mr. Josh Running - United States - Stantec Ms. Amanda Ludlow - United States - Stantec Abstract Employing nature-based solutions (NbS) in CCR Unit closure can substantially reduce construction costs while supporting water treatment and management goals and investing in natural capital improvements. Real-world scenarios of natural capital development opportunities that support attaining carbon, biodiversity, and other environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals are presented. Closure-by-Removal (CbR) is extremely expensive when compared to Closure-in-Place (CiP). The costs for CbR can be 400-1000% of CiP costs, which …

Tva Solar Installation On A Closed Ccr Unit, Steve Mayes, Kenneth Hughes, Shane Harris

World of Coal Ash Proceedings

TVA Solar Installation on a Closed CCR Unit Authors Mr. Steve Mayes - United States - Watershed Geo Mr. Kenneth Hughes - United States - Watershed Geo Mr. Shane Harris - United States - TVA Abstract As the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) is endeavoring to reduce its carbon levels 80% by 2035 and aspiring to be net-zero by 2050, it is exploring the buildout of 1,000 Megawatts (MW) of renewable solar power on closed CCR units throughout the Tennessee Valley in a project known as Project Phoenix. To vet out this potential and push towards this robust solar initiative becoming …

Sustainable Construction With Ccps - An Update For Europe -, Hans-Joachim Feuerborn, Fabrice Fayola

World of Coal Ash Proceedings

Sustainable construction with CCPs - an update for Europe - Authors Dr. Hans-Joachim Feuerborn - Germany - ECOBA Mr. Fabrice FAYOLA - France - Surschiste Abstract In Europe, the developments towards carbon neutrality by 2050 with impacts on fossil-fired production but also for construction materials and construction are finding it’s way. For fossil-fired energy and heat production this results in increased production by renewables and respectively discontinuous replacement production by coal power plants, and by this in availability issues for Coal Combustion Products (CCPs). For most member states phase-out dates have been published and some countries already phased-out. Although known …

Paper_Sustainable Construction With Ccps - An Update For Europe -, Fabrice Fayola, Joachim Feuerborn

World of Coal Ash Proceedings

In Europe, the developments towards carbon neutrality by 2050 with impacts on fossil-fired production but also for construction materials and construction are finding it’s way. For fossil-fired energy and heat production this results in increased production by renewables and respectively discontinuous replacement production by coal power plants, and by this in availability issues for Coal Combustion Products (CCPs). For most member states phase-out dates have been published and some countries already phased-out. Although known and used for decades, especially fly ash is subject of increasing interest for the production of carbon-reduced cement and concrete. The CCP production in coal-fired power …

Fix Or Fight- Epa’S Part A And Part B Groundwater Deficiency Findings, Kevin Solie, Kaela Nerhus, Jim Aiken

World of Coal Ash Proceedings

Fix or Fight: EPA’s Part A and Part B groundwater monitoring deficiency findings Authors Mr. Kevin Solie - United States - Barr Engineering Co. Ms. Kaela Nerhus - United States - Barr Engineering Co. Mr. Jim Aiken - United States - Barr Engineering Co. Abstract The EPA’s proposed and final CCR Rule Part A and Part B determinations are in essence denials, based largely on EPA’s evaluation of the adequacy of groundwater monitoring systems at the facilities. In almost all cases, EPA has found fault (often without accompanying supporting evidence) asserting various elements of the CCR Rule groundwater monitoring systems …