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2025 Child Language Acquisition Symposium For Indigenous Communities Program Booklet, Tamera C. Yazzie, Kayleigh L. Russell, Melvatha R. Chee

Indigenous Child Language Research Center

Program booklet for the inaugural Child Language Acquisition Symposium for Indigenous Communities.

Proceedings Of The 2024 Child Language Acquisition Symposium For Indigenous Communities, Tamera C. Yazzie, Bethany G. Lycan, Alec J. Goldberg, Kayleigh L. Russell, Melvatha R. Chee

Indigenous Child Language Research Center

The proceedings of the inaugural Child Language Acquisition Symposium for Indigenous Communities, which took place at the University of New Mexico on May 17-18, 2024.

2024 Indigenous Child Language Research Center Handbook, Tamera C. Yazzie, Bethany G. Lycan, Ryan D. Smith, Cormac League, Melvatha R. Chee

Indigenous Child Language Research Center

This handbook is continuously being developed by the Indigenous Child Language Research Center at UNM to provide Indigenous communities with a description of our organization and our research methodologies to aid in their own child language research endeavors.

Determinants Of Child Care Subsidy Policies In The American States: A Mixed-Method Investigation In The Era Of Covid-19, Hailey Heinz

Political Science ETDs

This mixed-method dissertation investigates policy variation in states’ administration of the federal child care subsidy program (CCDF). The quantitative chapters draw on a 50-state, ten-year dataset to examine associations between state characteristics and CCDF policy outcomes. These analyses conclude that state-level drivers of CCDF policy are distinct from drivers identified in the cash welfare literature, and that drivers vary across dimensions of CCDF policy. The qualitative chapters report results from a comparative case study examining CCDF policy in New Mexico and Nevada from 2010 to 2022. These analyses conclude that the departmental placement of the CCDF program within state government …

A Report Summarizing Hsc Faculty Participants: Ithaka S+R Coordinated Study Making Ai Generative For Higher Education, Laura J. Hall, Robyn Gleasner

Publications

This report presents findings from the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center’s (HSC) participation in the ITHAKA S+R study Making AI Generative for Higher Education. Seven faculty members from HSC disciplines including internal medicine, pathology, psychiatry, nursing, radiology, and population health were interviewed to explore their perspectives on generative AI (GenAI) in teaching and learning, research and scholarship, and institutional support. A unique theme of “practice” emerged, reflecting how GenAI is influencing clinical care, bench-to-bedside translation, and the preparation of students for future professional practice. The report highlights faculty experiences, ethical concerns, and support needs, offering insight into how …

Greenleaf Lecture: Sounds On The Road: Music And Mobility In The Camino Real De Tierra Adentro, Dr. Javier Marín-López

LAII Events

Join LAII and UNM Music for a talk led by LAII Greenleaf Visiting Library Scholar, Dr. Javier Marín-López.

In use from the mid-16th century, the Camino Real de Tierra Adentro was part of a global network of intercontinental roads and sea circuits designed by the Spanish monarchy to promote evangelization, encourage trade, and connect the different regions of the empire. This lecture will explore the function and significance of circulating sound in the symbolic construction of this trail. Dr. Marín-Lopez will pay special attention to the impact of this historic and cultural route on shaping the distinctive soundscape of the …

Pink1-Deficiency Facilitates Mitochondrial Iron Accumulation And Colon Tumorigenesis, Mariella Arcos, Lavanya Goodla, Hyeoncheol Kim, Sharina P. Desai, Rui Liu, Kunlun Yin, Zhaoli Liu, David R. Martin, Xiang Xue

Pathology Research and Scholarship

Mitophagy, the process by which cells eliminate damaged mitochondria, is mediated by PINK1 (PTEN induced kinase 1). Our recent research indicates that PINK1 functions as a tumor suppressor in colorectal cancer by regulating cellular metabolism. Interestingly, PINK1 ablation activated the NLRP3 (NLR family pyrin domain containing 3) inflammasome, releasing IL1B (interleukin 1 beta). However, inhibiting the NLRP3-IL1B signaling pathway with an IL1R (interleukin 1 receptor) antagonist or NLRP3 inhibitor did not hinder colon tumor growth after PINK1 loss. To identify druggable targets in PINK1-deficient tumors, ribonucleic acid sequencing analysis was performed on colon tumors from pink1 knockout and wild-type mice. …

Analyzing The Key Characteristics And Benefits Of Ccpr (Cold Central Plant Recycling) In Road Rehabilitation And Sustainability, Bassam Abou Yassine

Civil Engineering ETDs

Cold mix asphalt (CMA) technologies are being used in the United States and have environmental benefits. However, these technologies are not fully developed. We do not yet know their resilient and dynamic modulus, which are important for designing pavement thickness. They have not being used widely because we do not know also their performance. This study looks at three Cold Central Plant Recycling (CCPR) materials to help fill this gap. We conducted several lab tests, including the Hamburg Wheel Tracking Test (HWTT), Semi-Circular Bending Test (SCB), and Texas Overlay Test (TOT). We also tested the mechanical properties of the CCPR …

Antimicrobial Activity And Photostability Of Cationic Conjugated Polyelectrolytes, Mohammed Ismael Khalil

Chemical and Biological Engineering ETDs

Antimicrobial resistance is a growing global health concern, driving the need for novel

therapeutic strategies. This study explores the antimicrobial efficacy of conjugated

polyelectrolytes (CPEs) and oligo-phenylene ethynylenes (OPEs) in bacterial and viral

inactivation. Quantitative analysis revealed that light-activated CPEs and OPEs

effectively reduced bacterial viability within minutes, with significant log reductions

observed under both light and dark conditions. Additionally, the antiviral potential of a

cationic conjugated oligomer was investigated, demonstrating rapid and near-complete

inactivation of SARS-CoV-2 under visible light, both in solution and on filter materials.

Further analysis of their photophysical properties revealed that, even after

photobleaching, the compounds …

Ambient Noise Tomography Of The Southern M9.2 1964 Great Alaska Earthquake Rupture Area, Joshua Ojuoluwa Osasona

Earth and Planetary Sciences ETDs

We used data from a densely spaced node array to investigate seismic velocity structure within the southern rupture area of the M9.2 1964 Great Alaska earthquake. The node array was deployed along a ~50 km section of the road system on Kodiak Island as part of the Alaska Amphibious Community Seismic Experiment (AACSE). The full ~400-node array was active for 25 days in May-June 2019. We extracted Rayleigh wave dispersion curves from ambient noise cross-correlations between station pairs in the node array to compute phase velocity maps from 2-8 s periods. Using these phase velocity maps, we performed a Bayesian …

Dr. Rachael Cassidy Interview With Oral History Class 2024 About The New Mexico Historical Review, Holly Guise

Oral Histories HIST 300, Fall 2024

For this interview in Dr. Holly Guise's class, students interviewed Dr. Rachael Cassidy about her previous experience working for the New Mexico Historical Review. She was the first Native person to serve as the Managing Editor of the NMHR.

Pathways Of Participation: Community Engagement And Collaborative Adaptation In Disaster Contexts Across Diverse Environments, Ria Mukerji

Geography ETDs

This paper broadens the concept of effective community participation in disaster risk reduction by analyzing three case studies that emphasize unconventional, locally driven approaches. Using a multi-case study method, I examine forms of participation that challenge traditional top-down models and focus on local knowledge and community agency. In Ohkay Owingeh, New Mexico, a co-designed environmental data dashboard with Pueblo members demonstrates how integrating Indigenous knowledge can enhance disaster preparedness. The Soldados Dam case in Ecuador shows how power imbalances drive community stakeholders to become protestors, emphasizing the need for adaptive engagement to prevent conflict. In Pajaro, California, a marginalized community’s …

Things Fall(Ing) Apart: Deconstructing Humanism For History Teaching In A Posthumanist Society, Lou Ellis Brassington

Language, Literacy, and Sociocultural Studies ETDs

Abstract

This study is a reflective analysis of the discursive construction of the social studies and the teaching of history from medieval scholasticism, through Enlightenment humanism, and into our posthumanist landscape. As an exploration of the foundations of Western thought, with an emphasis on humanism as it has historically affected construction of the social studies, this investigation focuses on theorists, praxis, curriculum development, and teacher identity. My research examined the pedagogical and curriculum choices for the teaching of history along with the intersection of the humanities and humanism from the Enlightenment through the criticalities of the 20th century, and into …

Speculum Feminarum: Feminine Representation And Identity In Fifteenth-Century France, Karli R. Snyder

Art & Art History ETDs

Late medieval views of women in Western European culture, specifically in fifteenth-century France, were predicated on the ideologies of "other." According to normative sociocultural attitudes of this period, women were immoral, lascivious, and indulged in frivolity. Their culturally acceptable and, therefore, natural roles were delineated solely as that of wife and mother. Although the origin of these views is obscured by time, there are scores of textual and visual examples of this cultural labeling. This thesis focuses on how the ideologies of feminine sociocultural roles developed and matured during the late Middle Ages. By comparatively analyzing copies of the visual …

Exploring How Funds Of Knowledge Is Utilized Among Teacher Educators In A Teacher Preparation Program Focusing On Arts Integration And Language Diversity, Gabrielle H. Pretto Ph.D

Teacher Education, Educational Leadership & Policy ETDs

In our current educational climate, teaching for social justice has become increasingly difficult. Teacher educators are faced with certification rules that prioritize test scores over teaching ability, scripted curriculums, and the limited understandings about differences related to culture, class, and race. This study examined how social justice teachings were sustained and enhanced through a Funds of Knowledge (FOK) learning approach. Case study was utilized and guided by the following research questions: (1) What are the FOK of teacher educators participating in the TEALi program? (2) In what ways are the FOK of teacher educators integrated or utilized in their university …

Why Do Populist Authoritarians Rarely Turn Into Repressive Dictators?, Dr. Kurt Weyland

LAII Events

Thursday, November 07, 2024 | 03:30 pm

Ortega Reading Room (third floor)

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Join LAII, the UNM Department of Political Science, and the UNM International Studies Institute for a discussion about authoritarinism in Latin America led by Professor Weyland.

Most authoritarian regimes installed by populist chief executives do not become full-scale, repressive dictatorships. As explanation, scholars commonly highlight the charismatic appeal of populist leaders: Because they command voluntary mass support, they do not need harsh political coercion. While corroborating this argument, the talk highlights a crucial complementary factor: Populist chief executives have difficulty marshalling large-scale political repression. After all, their …

Americans Face Migration: A Comparative Study Of State Immigration Policy By Region, 1865-1925, Brett S. Janos

History ETDs

This dissertation challenges the prevailing narrative of U.S. immigration policy by examining the pivotal role of state governments in shaping immigration patterns and regulations during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Through a comprehensive regional analysis, this study highlights the diverse approaches taken by different states in attracting and managing immigrant populations. The research demonstrates the complex interplay between local, state, and federal authorities by comparing state-level policies.

This multi-layered approach reveals the ingenuity of state immigration boards and commissions and the complex interplay between state desires, regional characteristics, and the evolving federal response. Moreover, a vital contribution of …

Plithogenic Statistical Analysis Of Labor Demand And Its Impact On Stability In The Floricultural Sector, Wilson Eduardo Faz Cevallos, Andrea Nicole Faz Tapia, Valeria Jessnia Faz Tapia, Clara De Las Mercedes Razo Ascazubi

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

The floricultural sector faces significant challenges concerning job stability, primarily due to fluctuations in de-mand, policies, and recruitment capacity. This study aims to analyze the relationship between various factors in-fluencing employability and labor sustainability within the economically active population in this sector. A plithogenic statistical analysis was conducted, utilizing observed and expected frequencies to examine the inter-relationships among the variables. The results revealed that labor demand directly impacts job stability, con-tributing to increased unemployment and underemployment. Additionally, recruitment and retention policies were found to have a limited effect, largely due to the high dependency on agricultural labor. It was concluded …

Integration Of Fuzzy Set Theory And Neutrosophic Sets For Qualitative And Quantitative Analysis In Inclusive Service To Native Communities Of Ucayali, Teófilo Meza Taipe, Jacobo Romero Quispe, Eladio Guzmán Villa, Patricio Aparicio Santiago Saturnino, Edwin Collazos Paucar, Adrián Alejandro Flores Konja

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

This research focuses on the examination of public records and their potential to deliver inclusive service to the native populations of Ucayali, a key difficulty in the administration of public services in varied and culturally rich areas. The study tackles a gap in the current literature, where standard techniques do not effectively examine how transparency and sufficiency of services influence inclusive service quality. Using methodologies based on neutrosophic set theory, the research presents a novel way to examine the efficacy and accessibility of public registry services in a particular cultural setting. The findings reveal that the combination of Management Transparency …

Application Of The Plithogenic Iadov Approach To Evaluate Satisfaction With The Implementation Of Indigenous Rights, Gıovanna Fernanda Vınueza Arroyo, Tanya Tupamara Camargo Martinez, Manuel Augusto Suarez Albıñol, Joffre R. Paladines Rodriguez

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

The present study addresses a crucial challenge in the evaluation of complex systems: the need to incorporate a holistic view that contemplates not only defined elements but also those that are intrinsically ambiguous or uncertain. The research focuses on the application of the Plithogenic IADOV approach, a model based on neutrosophic logic, to overcome the limitations of traditional methodologies that often fall short when addressing phenomena containing contradictory or unknown dimensions. In the existing literature, despite the wealth of approaches used for the evaluation of systems, there is a perceived lack of methodologies that effectively manage the indeterminacy inherent in …

Use Of Neutrosophic Cognitive Maps For A More Complex Representation Of Human Perceptions, Juan Alberto Rojas Cardenas, Nelson Francisco Freire Sanchez, Alipio Absalon Cadena Pozo, Karina Perez Teruel

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

The research addresses a central problem in the modeling and analysis of human perceptions: the need for tools that capture more richly and accurately the complexity inherent in opinions, especially in contexts of high uncertainty and contradiction. In a scenario where traditional methodologies such as conventional cognitive maps lack the flexibility to represent nuances such as ambiguity or non-linear relationships, a key opportunity arises to explore innovative approaches. This methodological gap raises the question of how to integrate neutrosophic logic into analytical tools to improve the representation and analysis of complex perceptions in diverse environments. The study proposes and validates …

Study Of The Efficacy Of Neural Mobilizations To Improve Sensory And Functional Responses Of Lower Extremities In Older Adults With Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Using Plithogenic N-Superhypergraphs, Lisbeth J. Reales-Chacón, María E. Lucena De Ustáriz, Francisco J. Ustáriz-Fajardo, Andrea C. Peñafiel Luna, Gabriela J. Bonilla-Ayala, Pablo Djabayan-Djibeyan, José L. Erazo-Parra, Mónica A. Valdiviezo-Maygua

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy (DPN) is an aggravation of diabetes mellitus, which consists of ulcers and loss of sensitivity in the lower limbs. In its most severe stage, the person's limb may be amputated, which causes disability. This is a disease with multiple causes and whose treatment requires several so-lutions, including drug treatment, physiotherapy, and re-education of the person to change to a healthy lifestyle, if necessary, where the need for adequate nutritional habits appears. It is due to such complexity that we selected the Plithogenic n- SuperHyperGraph as a tool to represent the collected data, which were processed with the …

Antibacterial And Antifungal Properties Of Hedyosmum Cuatrecazanum Occhioni Essential Oil: A Promising Natural Alternative Studied Using Neutrosophic Superhypersoft Sets, María Eugenia Lucena De Ustáriz, Francisco Javier Ustáriz-Fajardo, Adriana Monserrath Monge Moreno, Adriana Isabel Rodríguez Basantes, Lisbeth Josefina Reales Chacón, Rosa Elisa Cruz Tenempaguay, Verónica Paulina Cáceres Manzano, Nathaly Kassandra Moscoso Moreno

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

Antimicrobial resistance is a global public health issue that, exacerbated by inappropriate antibiotic use, leads to reduced bactericidal effects, multidrug resistance, increased medical costs, prolonged hospital stays, and higher mortality rates. This study evaluates the antibacterial and antifungal activity of the es-sential oil of Hedyosmum cuatrecazanum Occhioni against various clinically relevant bacterial and fungal strains. The essential oil was extracted by hydrodistillation, yielding a 0.26% extract. Its components were characterized by gas chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry (GC-MS). The results demonstrate that the essential oil exhibits significant antibacterial activity, comparable to commercial antibiotics. Hedyosmum cuatrecazanum oil showed the highest antibacterial …

Analysis Of The Evolution Of Social Competence In Students Through Research Methods Based On Neutrosophic Sets, Huberto Tito Hinostroza Robles, María Teresa Cabanillas López, Fidel Denis Huasco Espinoza

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

The present study investigates the evolution of social competence in students through research methods based on set theory and the application of neutrosophic sets. The central question lies in how to accurately assess the development of social skills in educational contexts, given that traditional tools do not always capture the complexity of students' interactions and perceptions. The importance of this topic lies in the need for evaluation methods that faithfully reflect the growth in social competencies, vital for the comprehensive development of students in increasingly diverse and demanding educational environments. Despite the abundance of studies on social competencies, there is …

Gender Gap In Sme Ownership: An Analysis Of Female Entrepreneurship In Santa Elena Canton, Ecuador, Using Treesoft Sets, Lorena Gisella Reyes Tomala, Lilia Esther Valencia Cruzaty, Arturo Gustavo Benavides Rodríguez, Jacqueline Del Rocío Bacilio Bejeguen

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

The paper we present here is an approach to the problem of gender inequality in the artisanal production association called ASOPROMAHER, located in Santa Elena Canton, Ecuador. It is a pretext to address the issue and extrapolate it to the current situation of the entire country. Without a doubt, gender inequality persists in Ecuador today, including an important sphere of economic development in the country such as entrepreneurship in SMEs. There are multiple issues to address in this situation, ranging from psycho-logical, economic, social, cultural, and political issues. Each of these spheres is related to each other in a complex …

Impact Of Irrigation Water Technification On Seven Directories Of The San Juan-Patoa River Using Plithogenic N-Superhypergraphs Based On Environmental Indicators In The Canton Of Pujilí, 2021, Yenson Vinicio Mogro Cepeda, Marco Antonio Riofrío Guevara, Emerson Javier Jácome Mogro, Rachele Piovanelli Tizano

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

The study analyzed interactions among economic, environmental, and sociocultural factors in agricul-tural irrigation systems to evaluate and promote integral sustainability, using the application of plitho-genic n-SuperHyperGraphs. Significant interactions between vertex attributes were identified during the study's development. Results highlighted that optimizing economic profitability, implementing ecologi-cal pest management, and fostering social cohesion are essential for improving system sustainability. It is concluded that an interdisciplinary approach is critical for achieving comprehensive agricultural sus-tainability, proposing an evaluative model adaptable to local settings to strengthen sector resilience. Ad-ditionally, the application of plithogenic n-SuperHyperGraphs provides a useful tool across various study areas for management and …

Tree Tobacco Extract (Nicotiana Glauca) As A Plithogenic Bioinsecticide Alternative For Controlling Fruit Fly (Drosophila Immigrans) Using N-Superhypergraphs, Emerson Jácome Mogro, Jaime Rojas Molina, Gustavo José Sandoval Cañas, Pablo Herrera Soria

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

Concern regarding the negative effects of synthetic pesticides has driven the development of bioinsecti-cides as sustainable alternatives. Consequently, Nicotiana glauca has gained prominence for its insecti-cidal properties due to phytochemical compounds effective against pests such as Drosophila immigrans. This study, therefore, evaluated the efficacy of Nicotiana glauca extract as a bioinsecticide by optimizing extraction parameters and analyzing its insecticidal action under laboratory conditions across eight combined treatments. For this purpose, multiple experimental combinations were analyzed through Plithogenic n-SuperHyperGraphs, allowing a multidimensional evaluation of the attributes and proper-ties of each treatment. Results indicated that treatment with 96% ethanol, 48 hours of …

Analysis Of The Impact Of Soft Skills On Organizational Competitiveness In Cotopaxi Through Modeling Of The Plithogenic Iadov, Evelyn Alexandra Tovar Molina, Angelita Elizabeth Romero Poveda, Bryan Marcelo Barragán Pazmiño, Kelly Nicole Punina Salazar

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

Training plays an important role in the development of skills and organizational competitiveness. In Co-topaxi, a misalignment was identified between employees and organizational objectives concerning or-ganizational performance and human development. Consequently, this study analyzed the influence of soft skills, the elimination of skill gaps, adherence to standards, and organizational alignment on job sat-isfaction and performance, aiming to enhance organizational competitiveness. The plithogenic IADOV method was applied to evaluate satisfaction levels and the interrelationships among these dimensions. Findings indicated significant dissatisfaction among employees across all assessed dimensions, under-scoring the urgent need for training programs focused on soft skills. It was concluded …

Neutrosophic Statistical Analysis Of Cardiovascular Disease Prevention From A Physical Culture In Urban Communities, Dennys Raúl Dupotey Hernández, Darvin Manuel Ramíerez Guerra

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

The research presented here considers the educational potential of physical activities for disease preven-tion. Its objective is to elaborate a physical-educational intervention strategy for the prevention of cardio-vascular diseases in urban communities in the department of Cundinamarca, Colombia. The research was carried out in the municipalities of Funza, Fusagasugá Albán, and Supatá in the department of Cundinamarca in Colombia, based on the theoretical foundations of prophylactic and therapeutic phys-ical culture and related sciences for disease prevention. Theoretical, empirical, and mathematical-statistical scientific methods were applied. In addition, neutrosophic techniques were used to validate the study. The results indicate an adequate level …

English For Specific Purposes In The Medical Sciences To Strengthen The Professional Profile Of The Higher Education Medicine Student: A Knowledge Representation Using Superhypersoft Sets, Oswaldo Edison García Brito, Andrea Sofía Ribadeneira Vacacela, Carmen Hortensia Sánchez Burneo, Mónica Cecilia Jimbo Galarza

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

The English language is an important added value for the professional profile of students in all higher education courses due to the demands of the current century, in which mastering more than one lan-guage is undoubtedly one of the preponderant skills to access better and more opportunities within the workplace, especially in careers such as medicine. Therefore, the curricular design and the implementa-tion of a program focused on the development of the linguistic skills of the future health professional is pertinent and necessary to strengthen their professional profile; not only in the discourse at the level of talks, congresses, training, …