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April 11, 2024, The Daily Mississippian

Daily Mississippian (all digitized issues)

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Examining Confidence In Scientific Literacy Amongst General Biology And General Chemistry Students, Amy Sullivan

Honors Theses

Scientific literacy is a term used to describe a person’s ability to understand scientific concepts, read and write those concepts, and link those concepts to situations outside of the classroom in order to make informed decisions in their daily lives. This research paper details a study observing how scientific literacy confidence varies among general biology and chemistry students at the University of Mississippi. The goal of this research is to determine if students in general biology and chemistry classes will have similar self-reported confidence in their science literacy. This research took place at the University of Mississippi amongst Biology 160/161 …

04.08.2024 Orsp Connect, Liz Williamson

ORED Newsletter

Nature Masterclasses Overview, Mary Lea McMillan, Cost Transfer Policy, NSF Author and Allocation citing

Students Partner With Nonprofit To Create National Event, Clara Turnage

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi is partnering with Listen First Project this month to host and promote the seventh annual National Week of Conversation, an event that aims to give citizens tools to close the gap in a polarized American society through civic discussion.

The Effects Of Acute Hypoxia Exposure On Cognitive Function, John W. Sepko, Zakary Patrick, Parker Wilkerson, Madison Hulsey, Paul D. Loprizini

Neuroscience Research Showcase

Introduction: There is conflicting literature as to the effects of varying levels of hypoxia on cognition. Recent work by Loprinzi et al. (2019) demonstrated that moderate levels of hypoxia exposure increased memory (cognitive) performance. However, research investigating severe hypoxic exposure has shown immediate cognitive impairments (Nation, 2017). To reconcile these mixed findings, the present study aimed to investigate the extent to which varying levels of hypoxia affect cognition. Methods: Eighty-seven participants were recruited using convenience sampling at the University of Mississippi and completed a within-subject study design. The first lab visit was conducted for familiarizing the participant to the lab …

Novel Tests For Motor And Spatial Deficits In Zebra Finches Verify A Role For Aromatase And Estradiol In Improving Spatial But Not Motor Outcomes Post-Cerebellar Lesion, Simran Patel, Lainy B. Day, Mathew Thibodeaux, Demetria Tolbert, Chyna-Rae Dearman, Gerald W. Stinson, Joshua Hamer, John C. Garner, Dwight Waddell

Neuroscience Research Showcase

Objective: Test the role of Arom and E2 in recovery of zebra finch posture and spatial learning post-CB lesion.

Simran Patel^1,2, Lainy B. Day¹, Mathew Thibodeaux¹, Demetria Tolbert^1,2, Chyna-Rae Dearman¹, Gerald W. Stinson¹, Joshua Hamer¹, John C. Garner³, Dwight Waddell ⁴ (¹ Department of Biology, University of Mississippi, University MS; ² Mississippi INBRE Research Scholar, University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg MS; ³ Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion, Troy University, Troy, AL 36082; ⁴ Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Mississippi, University, MS …

Influences Of Dietary Enrichment In Juvenile And Adult Male Zebra Finch (Taeniopygia Castanotis) On Cheek Patch Growth And Color, Carley Craig, Mathew Thibodeaux, Mary Tharp, Gabrielle Morris, Woodward Young, Belinda Bagwandeen, Lainy B. Day

Neuroscience Research Showcase

Zebra finches (ZF) are sexually dimorphic. In captive ZFs, enriched diets increase cheek area and alter color, increasing adult male attractiveness. In the wild, breeding and brooding occur when proteinaceous seeds available. Our experiment tests whether supplemental egg food benefits captive non-breeding adults and juveniles.Pre-experiment, adults fed eggs, cuttlebone & bread 2x week. Other facets of our experiment showed enriched diet led to decreased reactive CORT levels and increased body mass, with the largest increase in females.

All authors are affiliated with the University of Mississippi Department of Biology and Neuroscience Minor.

The Effects Of Estradiol And Genistein On Cerebellar Neuroprotection In Zebra Finches, Grace Thompson, Renee E. Breaux, Emily Mcfatridge, Sarah Chong, Ethan Zadronzy, Estelle Blair, Lainy B. Day

Neuroscience Research Showcase

Introduction:

• Brain damage causes a secondary wave of degeneration
• Aromatase is upregulated in glia post-injury
• Aromatase (AROM) converts testosterone to estradiol (E₂) E₂ is neuroprotective and limits cell death
• E₂ is linked to cancer, stroke, and male infertility Genistein (GEN) is a soybean phytoestrogen with strong estrogen receptor beta (ERβ) affinity
• Genistein could be used clinically for neuroprotection
• ERβ receptors are abundant in the cerebellum AROM expression in the cerebellum is constitutively low
• Zebra Finch (ZF) brains have high neuroplasticity
• The ZF cerebellum is ideal for neuroplasticity research

All authors are affiliated with the University of …

Sex Differences In The Role Of Estradiol On Recovery After Cerebellar Lesion In The Zebra Finch (Taeniopygia Castanotis), Mathew Thibodeaux, Chyna-Rae Dearman, Lainy B. Day

Neuroscience Research Showcase

Purpose:

• Test sex differences in a spatial (Escape Maze) and motor task (Log Roll)
• Manipulate E2 and aromatase levels in order to differentiate roles of E2 and aromatase in recovery post-CB lesion
• Confirm steroids aid recovery in spatial but not motor tasks post-CB lesion
• Determine whether steroids differentially influence male and female recovery in cognitive and motor tasks

Mathew Thibodeaux¹, Chyna-Rae Dearman¹, Lainy B. Day^1,2 (¹Department of Biology & ²Interdisciplinary Neuroscience Minor, University of Mississippi)

Identifying The Distribution Of Peptide Hormones Regulating Adrenal And Gonadal Steroids In The Brains Of Diploid And Polypoid Treefrogs, Jordan Jackson, Chris J. Leary, Lainy B. Day

Neuroscience Research Showcase

Hypothesis: polyploidization altered the relative expression levels of hormone receptors > altered regulation of circulating hormone levels and influence hormone interactions, or mutation of duplicated receptor coding genes. RNAseq - expression levels and sequences of receptors in the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) and hypothalamic-pituitaryadrenal/ interrenal (HPA/I) axes

All authors are affiliated with the University of Mississippi Department of Biology.

April 4, 2024, The Daily Mississippian

Daily Mississippian (all digitized issues)

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Edrs 701, Rick Balkin Ph.D., Lpc, Ncc

GMAS Course Syllabi

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Edrs 705, Rick Balkin Ph.D., Lpc, Ncc

GMAS Course Syllabi

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Nhm 728: Advanced Survey Data Analysis, Yunhee Chang

GMAS Course Syllabi

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Phys 727: Advanced Thermodynamics/Statistical Mechanics, Kevin Beach

GMAS Course Syllabi

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Pol 551: Empirical Political Analysis, Julie Wronski

GMAS Course Syllabi

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Study: Medical Marijuana Use Rises As Prescription Pain Relievers Dip, Clara Turnage

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – As legal medical marijuana usage climbed over the last decade, the use of prescription medications for pain has dipped, a University of Mississippi study has found. A team of Ole Miss researchers wants to know if the two are related.

04.01.2024 Orsp Connect, Liz Williamson

ORED Newsletter

NSF Conference, Jennifer Baumbaugh, Sustainable Food Packaging research, Export Control Policy Update

Pharmacy Matters - April 2024, Umiversity Of Mississippi School Of Pharmacy

Pharmacy Matters Newsletters

Featured Stories: "Hats Off to Our Graduate Students", "Successful Match Day for UM Pharmacy", "University Rho Chi Chapter Demonstrates Excellence on National Stage", "Alumni of the Year Announced", "Study: Medical Marijuana Use Rises As Prescription Pain Relievers Dip", "Pharmacy Professor Named Community Engaged Fellow to Enhance Pharmacy Services".

Days Of 2023, Michael Chang

Yalobusha Review

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Brain Awareness Week Focuses On Ethics, Impact Of Technology, Edwin Smith

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – Two renowned neuroscientists will discuss the development and impact of neurotechnologies and neuroengineering and students will present their own original research during annual Brain Awareness Week events April 2-5 at the University of Mississippi.

March 28, 2024, The Daily Mississippian

Daily Mississippian (all digitized issues)

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Military Friendly Ranks Um Among Top 10 Schools In The Nation, Clara Turnage

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – The Military Friendly Advisory Council has named the University of Mississippi among the top 10 schools in the nation for military preparedness, an all-time high for Mississippi's flagship university.

Supporting Students’ Mental Health, Liz Norell

Events

Survey data from the 2021 Healthy Minds survey of UM students makes the challenges around student mental health clear. For example, the survey revealed that nearly half (46%) of responding students met the DSM definition of having moderate or severe depression. More than half of students (52%) in that survey said that mental health challenges in the preceding four weeks had hurt their academic performance on three or more days of the week. In this workshop, we will review the results of that survey to establish the scope of mental health challenges in our student population. We’ll then discuss ways …

03.25.2024 Orsp Connect, Liz Williamson

ORED Newsletter

Cammi Thornton, Compliance Training Requirements

News You Can Use: Tips For Breast Cancer Screening, Edwin Smith

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – Timely and effective screenings are the most important step in preventing and treating breast cancer, according to a University of Mississippi physician.

Supporting Neurodivergent Students With Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, And Dyspraxia, Liz Norell

Events

In this follow-up to last fall’s workshop on supporting neurodivergent students, we will turn our attention to four additional neurodivergent types: dyslexia (challenges interpreting text), dyscalculia (challenges working with numbers), dysgraphia (challenges writing text), and dyspraxia (challenges with physical coordination). We will describe each of these neurodivergent types, discuss what each might look like in the classroom, and explore potential accommodations and strategies to promote student success. Lunch from Grit. (Wednesday, March 20, 2024, 12:00-1:00 p.m., Johnson Commons East Ballroom)

03.18.2024 Orsp Connect, Liz Williamson

ORED Newsletter

SPAN and ARC form training, Nature Masterclasses, Glisto Rice, Useful Links

03.11.2024 Orsp Connect, Liz Williamson

ORED Newsletter

PAPPG Updates, J. R. Love, William Magee Institute grant

Professor To Receive Athletic Trainer Service Award, Edwin Smith

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – The National Athletic Trainers Association is honoring University of Mississippi professor Heather Landry Shirley with its 2024 Athletic Trainer Service Award for her outstanding service in the profession of athletic training.