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Chemical And Physical Properties Of Fine Fractions From A Village Proximate To A Uranium Mine: Insights About Soil Health, Mary P. Haley

Nanoscience and Microsystems ETDs

Thousands of abandoned uranium mines (AUM) in Native American tribal lands have not been fully remediated, leaving uranium mine wastes exposed and accessible for potential erosion and transport by wind. Analyzing the metal and organic content of the fine-grained fractions in soils could uncover the impact of mine legacy on the soil health in communities that live in proximity to AUM. This study investigates the physical and chemical properties of the fine-grained fraction (μm) of soils to quantify the effect of heavy metal-bearing particulates on the soil health in the village of Paguate and within the Jackpile-Paguate AUM located on …

Diagnostic Evaluation Of Dizziness In Obstetric Triage, Annslee J. Lowe, Anna Shields

InterProfessional Education Research and Scholarship

Dizziness is a non-specific term used to describe various sensations of spinning, disequilibrium, imbalance, or near-syncope. The differential diagnosis for this symptom is rather extensive and includes potentially dangerous etiologies, which contributes to the significance of diagnostic evaluation. Dizziness is a frequent concern prompting pregnant patients to seek medical care, and the hemodynamic changes that occur in pregnancy further complicate clinical assessment in obstetric (OB) triage. While often familiar with dizziness as a symptom of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, many OB triage providers experience uncertainty in working up other causes of dizziness. Root causes for uncertainty and the potential for …

The Intersection Of Covid-19 And Rural Health Infrastructure: Evidence From Rural New Mexicans, Maria Gaboldon-Parish, Kate Cartwright

InterProfessional Education Research and Scholarship

Rural communities experience notable health disparities compared to urban areas. These include an aging population with higher illness rates, worsened by inadequate healthcare infrastructure. Shortages in healthcare facilities, supplies, testing sites, and medical personnel further exacerbate these disparities, especially in remote areas. Addressing these challenges is crucial for equitable healthcare delivery and improving health outcomes statewide. Our goal is to analyze rural New Mexican residents’ perceptions of their community’s infrastructure and its interconnection with health. Key themes include (1) the disparities in community and public resources available, (2) limited access to healthcare facilities due to distance, staff shortages, and limited …

Admission Requirements Among Dental Hygiene Programs: Key Indicators To Student Success, Justin R. Nance

Dental Hygiene ETDs

This descriptive study evaluated both cognitive (academic) and non-cognitive (personal) factors considered in the admission process and their correlation with student retention rates in dental hygiene programs. The research examined admission criteria and student retention rates for students who matriculated in 2021 and 2022, aiming to develop more effective admission criteria that predict student success and retention. A survey consisting of 20 multiple-choice questions was distributed to 327 accredited dental hygiene program directors in order to gather data. The survey achieved a 16% response rate. The results of this study provide insights into how to develop more effective admission criteria …

Development And Characterization Of Automated Screen Mesh-Based Microfluidic Device To Perform Continuous Countercurrent Liquid-Liquid Extraction, Quinn Mcculloch

Nanoscience and Microsystems ETDs

Continuous Countercurrent Microfluidic Liquid-Liquid Extraction (CC-MLLE) shows tremendous potential to generate large numbers of equilibrium stages of separation in a small footprint, with a minimum of pumping, valving, and phase separation steps. However, CC-MLLE rarely appears in literature because it requires a delicate balance between capillary and hydrodynamic forces for deterministic flow.

This dissertation showcases a patented screen mesh-based CC-MLLE invention that performs stable, long-duration (> 36 hr.), countercurrent liquid-liquid extraction and achieves 37 equilibrium stages within a 38.5 μl internal volume. The device is fabricated from chemically resistant polyetheretherketone plastic, using standard machine shop equipment, a plotting cutter, screen …

Compassionate Care In Elementary General Music Teaching And Learning As A Way To Respond To The World: A Narrative Inquiry, Julia K. Church Hoffman

Teacher Education, Educational Leadership & Policy ETDs

In this narrative inquiry, where stories were the data, three experienced music teachers from one public school district in the southwestern United States shared stories about their experiences as elementary general music teachers. The stories were told through the lens of compassionate care, a perspective that implies a shared experience between teacher and learners (Hendricks, 2018, 2023). The stories, and my interpretation of them, revealed an understanding of elementary general music, a multimodal, fun, school subject, as a vehicle for teaching children how to be kind and respectful humans. Threads that emerged from the stories linked connections between compassionate care, …

Building Materials Cut From The Earth: A Look At Sod Construction Around The World And In New Mexico, Giulia Caporuscio

Architecture and Planning ETDs

Terrón, or sod, is an earthen building technology that is being lost. The blocks are cut directly from the ground, generally along banks of bodies of fresh water, marshlands, or grassland valleys. The resulting blocks are clay rich with plant root systems that provide strength to the construction material. This building material is found in archeological and modern structures around the world. Today the material and knowledge behind this earthen technology is being lost.

This paper starts by summarizing other studies of sod construction in Indigenous cultures of the Americas, homesteaders of the Plains of the United States and Canada …

Gnss And Insar Observations Of Vertical Motion In The Valles Caldera, Nm, Savannah Chase Devine

Earth and Planetary Sciences ETDs

The Valles caldera is a rhyolitic “supervolcano” formed 1.231 Ma. An understanding of whether Valles caldera is currently deforming is needed to inform volcanic hazard estimates for northern New Mexico and will allow for a better understanding of the hazards presented by other rhyolitic caldera systems. Here, we present an InSAR time series of the Valles Caldera using 37 interferograms, spanning 2014 to 2022, which show a small but consistent signal of broad pattern subsidence/yr. We also present GNSS observations from a survey conducted in October 2022 and compare the results to surveys in 2002 and 2003 to estimate the …

Breaking The Silence: Autoethnographic Account Of Communication In The Aftermath Of Parental Suicide, Marissa L. Lucero

Communication ETDs

The silence that surrounds the suicide of a parent often masks unresolved feelings of guilt, shame, and powerlessness in families grieving their loss. For children, the long-lasting impact of suppressing communication about parental suicide can endure throughout adulthood. In this autoethnography, I un-salience my voice to reflect on my father’s suicide in the context of my Nuevo Mexicana identity. I assert my Chicana feminist voice through an extraction of gendered and culturally grounded memories, personal journal entries from my childhood, and a review of academic sources on suicide. This thesis is a personal and intellectual engagement with Chicana/o critical theory, …

Ridgecrest: Past, Present & Future, Sunanda Sharmin

Architecture and Planning ETDs

The goal of historic preservation is to record our understanding of the past but also, look into the future. Preserving old buildings, structures and landscapes reduces carbon emission and preserves cherished glimpses of our shared human history. Consequently, adapting our treasured historic sites to endure the mounting impact of climate related challenges—be it rising sea levels, tempestuous storms, inundating floods, relentless droughts, or raging wildfires—stands as an imperative mission.

This thesis documents a historic landscape - the Ridgecrest Drive in Albuquerque, New Mexico and then explores principles and ideas that need to be considered to generate a more responsive setting …

Reported Incidence Of Infections Caused By Pathogens Transmitted Commonly Through Food: Impact Of Increased Use Of Culture-Independent Diagnostic Tests - Foodborne Diseases Active Surveillance Network, 1996-2023, Hazel J. Shah, Rachel H. Jervis, Katie Wymore, Tamara Rissman, Bethany Laclair, Michelle M. Boyle, Kirk Smith, Sarah Lathrop, Suzanne Mcguire, Rosalie Trevejo, Marcy Mcmillian, Stic Harris, Joanna Zablotsky Kufel, Kennedy Houck, Carey E. Lau, Carey J. Devine, Dave Boxrud, Daniel L. Weller

Pathology Research and Scholarship

Reducing foodborne disease incidence is a public health priority. This report summarizes preliminary 2023 Foodborne Diseases Active Surveillance Network (FoodNet) data and highlights efforts to increase the representativeness of FoodNet. During 2023, incidences of domestically acquired campylobacteriosis, Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli infection, yersiniosis, vibriosis, and cyclosporiasis increased, whereas those of listeriosis, salmonellosis, and shigellosis remained stable compared with incidences during 2016-2018, the baseline used for tracking progress towards federal disease reduction goals. During 2023, the incidence and percentage of infections diagnosed by culture-independent diagnostic tests (CIDTs) reported to FoodNet continued to increase, and the percentage of cases that yielded an …

Honors College Apr Spring 2024 Self-Study & Documents, Unm Academic Program Review

UNM Academic Program Review

UNM Honors College self-study & review team report for Spring 2024, fulfilling requirements of Higher Learning Commission.

Mitigating Algorithmic Bias: Strategies For Addressing Discrimination In Data, Sonia Gipson Rankin

Faculty Scholarship

This article examines the pervasive issue of algorithmic bias, particularly within large language models (LLMs) and the legal system. It argues that unlike simple programming bugs, these biases are deeply ingrained in the design and training data of artificial intelligence (AI) systems. By understanding the historical roots of bias and its realworld consequence across various sectors, we can develop effective strategies to mitigate its impact and ensure AI serves as a tool for progress. Weaving together historical insights, case studies, and forward-looking recommendations, the article aims to equip legal professionals with the knowledge and tools necessary to lead the charge …

Identity Configuration Of Physician Clinician Educators: A Mixed Methods Study, Lindsey D. White

Organization, Information and Learning Sciences ETDs

This study explores identities of physician clinician educators (CEs) and finds that their identities are multiple and that the COVID-19 pandemic impacted CE identity configuration. Following a sequential explanatory mixed-methods design (quan -> QUAL), participants (n = 115) completed the Physician Clinician Educator Identity Survey (PCEIS) and semi-structured interviews (n = 12). Exploratory factor analysis resulted in a three-factor model; the PCEIS is an acceptable measure of singular CE identity, collective identity, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on CE identity. Qualitative results confirmed the quantitative results and revealed that CEs experience identity enhancement and conflict among multiple identities …

Essays On The Societal Impacts Of Housing Programs And Substance Use Disorder Treatment, Rex W. Sitti

Economics ETDs

I present three essays that contribute to understanding the secondary costs and benefits associated with programs that address homelessness and substance use disorder (SUD) treatment. The first essay investigates whether homeless shelters impact property values. Despite anecdotal claims of property devaluation, endogeneity challenges limit empirical research on homelessness programs. Using data from the Department of Housing (HUD) and Seattle’s King County Department of Assessment, I address these challenges using spatial difference-in-differences methodology, revealing nuanced effects favoring permanent supportive housing. The second essay leverages the Built for Zero program to examine the link between homelessness and crime. Analyzing HUD and crime …

Unm Pathology, Pathfinder Summer 2024, Unm Department Of Pathology

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Evaluating The Impacts Of Climate Change On The City Of Santa Fe’S Municipal Water Supply Using System Dynamics Modeling, Atlin Johnson

Civil Engineering ETDs

Climate change is one of the foremost problems facing water resources globally. Rising temperatures can impact global water supplies through decreased precipitation, increased evaporation, greater severity and frequency of extreme weather events, and increased wildfire risk. This work used system dynamics modeling through a social, ecological, and technical systems framework to evaluate the impact that climate change has on the municipal water supply for the City of Santa Fe in northern New Mexico, USA. Specifically, the model showed how, by the end of the century, climate change decreases total average annual water supplies by 28% and increases reliance on groundwater …

Evaluation And Selection Of Strategies For The Collection Of Real Estate Taxes Through Neutrosophic Cognitive Maps (Ncm), Lizbeth M. Clemente-Mercado, Luis F. Blanco Ayala, Jesús M. Orna-Barillas, Richard Torvisco-Type, Edwin Antonio Condori-Nina

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

The evaluation and selection of strategies for real estate tax collection using neutrosophic cognitive maps (NCM) represents an innovative approach in urban fiscal management. This method combines elements of neutrosophic theory with cognitive evaluation techniques, allowing public administrators and urban planners to analyze the effectiveness of various fiscal tactics in complex and variable environments. NCMs facilitate a more accurate evaluation by considering not only numerical data, but also subjective perceptions and opinions of the stakeholders involved, such as owners, developers, and residents. This comprehensive approach not only optimizes efficiency in tax collection, but also promotes greater transparency and legitimacy in …

Application Of Neutrosophic Cognitive Maps In The Jurisprudence Of The National Court Of Justice Of Ecuador, Alipio Cadena Posso, Diana Carolina Quiroz Gordillo, Diego Xavier Chamorro Valencia, Luis Andrés Crespo Berti, Vladimir Vega Falcón

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

This research analyzes the use of neutrosophic cognitive maps in the jurisprudential examination of divorce in the National Court of Justice of Ecuador. The suggested technique intends to simulate the links between legal reasons and the psychological and emotional ramifications of divorce, therefore enhancing judicial decision-making. Resolution No. 0071 - 2018 - 38420 is evaluated to determine its influence on the protection of individual rights, presenting an original viewpoint on family law. The results gathered from the study underline the necessity to examine both the legal reasons and the psychological and emotional ramifications of divorce when making court judgments in …

Study Of Knowledge And Preservation Of Traditional Stories Of The Shipibo-Konibo Culture In Primary School Students Based On Neutrosophic Logic, Hulda Cahuaza Ochavano, Beker Maraza Vilcanqui, Elizabeth Norma Calixto Arias, Aniceto Elías Aguilar Polo, Iris Katheryne Mori Cairuna, Walter Arturo Quispe Cutipa, Maritza Soria Ramírez, Roció Del Águila Sandoval

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

This paper aims to determine the knowledge and preservation of traditional stories of the Shipibo-Konibo culture in students of the Primary Educational Institution No. 64161-Bilingue Nuevo Nazareth de Iparia, Peru in 2023. A population of 119 students from the educational institution was considered, whom we interviewed personally after filling out a questionnaire to collect information regarding their knowledge of traditional stories of the Shipibo-Konibo culture. The opinions of the children surveyed are given in the form of linguistic values associated with Single-Valued Neutrosophic Numbers. The data is processed with the help of some propositions according to the neutrosophic logic. The …

Reproducing And Challenging Islamophobia In News Framing Of Ilhan Omar And Rashida Tlaib, Two Prominent Muslim Women In U.S. Politics, Saiqa Shahzadi

Communication ETDs

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Muslim women are frequently misrepresented in U.S. mainstream media and often portrayed adversely as a homogeneous group of women defined and silenced by religious and gender oppression. Scholarly research has documented how this historical pattern of representation ignores their intersectional, complex identities and reinforces the discourse of Islamophobia. This thesis will explore this problem in the case of the first Muslim American women elected to the U.S. House of Representatives: Ilhan Omar (D-Minnesota) and Rashida Tlaib (D-Michigan). Drawing on theories of media framing, intersectionality, and Islamophobia, the research examined 12 in-depth stories from 2019 and 2023 in three mainstream …

Application Of Ncms And Multialism In Indigenous Art Analysis, Allison J. García-Guano, Victoria S. Ruiz-Pinto, Bertha A. Paredes-Calderón, Manuel E. Lanas López

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

This study utilizes Neutrosophic Cognitive Maps (NCMs) to investigate cultural interactions in Tigua, an indigenous vil-lage in Ecuador known for its rich artistic heritage. The approach evaluates five crucial factors: ancestral traditions (A), external influences (B), cultural synthesis (C), artistic creativity (D), and education and cultural transmission (E). The ac-tivation of cultural synthesis (node C) is crucial for merging traditions with new influences, leading to the development of cultural and artistic breakthroughs. By integrating MultiAlism notions into the discourse, the comprehension of Tigua artworks is heightened since it establishes a correlation between indigenous and postcolonial art. This synthesis not only …

Analysis Using Treesoft Set Of The Strategic Development Plan For Extreme Poverty Municipalities, Edwin Collazos Paucar, Jeri G. Ramón Ruffner De Vega, Efrén S. Michue Salguedo, Agustina C. Torres-Rodríguez, Patricio A. Santiago-Saturnino

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

The analysis of the Strategic Development Plan for extreme poverty municipalities in the Province of Huancayo, Peru in 2019 using Treesoft Set and neutrosophic sets represents an innovative and rigorous approach to evaluate development strategies in challenging socioeconomic contexts. In this study, advanced data analysis and uncertainty management tools are used to thoroughly examine the actions proposed in the strategic plan and their potential impact on the most vulnerable communities. The combination of Treesoft Set, a comprehensive platform for data analysis, and neutrosophic sets, which allow the modeling of imprecision and ambiguity in collected data and opinions, offers a robust …

Plithogenic Analysis Of The Psychosocial Perceptions Of Call Center Operators In Quito, Martha P. Silva-Guzmán, Bryan M. Barragán-Pazmiño, María J. Hernández-Mesa

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

This study focused on evaluating the perceptions of a group of call center operators in Quito regarding their work envi-ronment using Plithogenic statistics to address the complexity and ambiguity of the responses. The sample included 114 workers from three companies, assessed using the Battery of the Ministry of Social Protection of Colombia and a work stress questionnaire. The results revealed high job demands, perceived as stressful by employees, although satisfaction with the rewards received was shown. However, significant uncertainty was identified regarding control over work, lead-ership, and social relationships, suggesting critical areas for improvement. The use of Plithogenic logic allowed …

Composite Sustainability Indicator For The Conservation Of Ashigua Páramo: Integration Of Neutrosophic Logic And The Promethee Todim Method, Patricio Clavijo Cevallos

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

The project was conducted in the Ashigua páramo, Mulaló, Latacunga, Cotopaxi province. Its objective was to develop a composite environmental sustainability indicator for the conservation of the páramo. Neutrosophic logic and the PRO-METHEE TODIM method were used to select and evaluate sub-indicators in a context of uncertain and complex envi-ronmental data. Neutrosophic logic facilitated the management of ambiguities and contradictions in the data. The find-ings highlighted the relevance of sub-indicators linked to carbon storage and ecological productivity. Indicators of regu-latory compliance and sustainable management were evaluated, emphasizing the importance of adjusting environmental policies to regulations and social expectations. This study …

Neutrosophic Hypothesis To Validate The Efficacy And Safety Of Propolis In The Treatment Of External Bacterial Otitis In Canines, Nancy M. Cueva-Salazar

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

Propolis, known for its antibacterial, antifungal, antioxidant, antiviral, immunomodulatory, and anti-parasitic properties, has been the subject of this study to evaluate its efficacy and safety in the treatment of bacterial external otitis in domestic canines. Through questionnaires administered to veterinary experts and the use of neutrosophic logic for hypothesis test-ing, perceptions based on clinical experiences and scientific literature were analyzed. The results indicate strong agree-ment that propolis is effective and safe, surpassing some aspects of conventional antibiotic treatments and demonstrating high tolerability without serious side effects. This acceptance underscores its potential as a natural alternative in veterinary treatments, particularly valuable …

Proceedings Of The International Conference Called Neutrosophy And Plithogeny: Fundamentals And Applications, 8-9 July 2024, Universidad Cesar Vallejo, Lima, Peru, Florentin Smarandache, Mohamed Abdel-Basset, Maikel Y. Leyva-Vázquez, Said Broumi

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

We are pleased to present this special issue dedicated to the Neutrosophic approaches in research, on the occasion of the international and multidisciplinary conference Neutrosophy and Plithogeny: Fundamentals and Applications (Spanish) held at the Universidad César Vallejo in Lima, Peru, on July 8 and 9. This event marks a significant milestone, as it is the first time that the Andean region and Latin America host scholars and researchers dedicated to studying various theoretical and applicative issues in the expansive and diverse field of Neutrosophic approaches. Since its conception, Neutrosophic theory has proven to be an interdisciplinary and innovative field, notably …

Evaluation Of The Challenges And Opportunities Of Artificial Intelligence Applied In Current Latin American Education With The Help Of Neutrosophic Swot And Neutrosophic Cognitive Maps, Katia N. Flores Ledesma, Rafael W. Cánez Palomino, César R. Vilcapoma Pérez, Pedro B. Gutiérrez, Ana M. Vallina Hernández, Elier A. Nieto Rivas, Abrahán C. Neri Ayala, Santos L. Guanilo Gómez

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized many areas, including education, by improving teaching methods and ad-dressing challenges such as equity of access, data privacy, quality of algorithms, and adaptation of traditional education systems. This paper aims to analyze and understand the challenges and opportunities of artificial intelligence in Latin American education today. For the proposed evaluation we use the criteria of five experts on the subject. Specifically, we use Neutrosophic SWOT and static analysis of Neutrosophic Cognitive Maps techniques. The use of tools in the field of Neutrosophy allows us to incorporate indeterminacy into the calculations carried out, which allows greater …

Using Plithogenic Statistics To Determine Optimal Guinea Pig Manure Dosing In Prickly Pear Cultivation, Jorge F. Troya-Sarzosa, Cristian Oña

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

This study applied plithogenic statistics to evaluate how different doses of guinea pig manure affect the cultivation of Opuntia ficus-indica (commonly known as prickly pear) and soil quality. It was determined that 7.5 tons/ha, referred to as treatment T3, is the optimal dose, as it maximizes the growth and production of the plant, improves plant height, and increases the production of buttons and berries. T3 also optimized organic matter and adjusted the pH to ideal levels, maintaining a nutritional balance that ensures the availability of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. This balance enhances agricultural production without sacrificing soil sustainability. In conclusion, …

Neutrosophic Clustering Analysis With Data From Cysticercus Tenuicollis Dna Samples, Blanca Mercedes Toro Molina, Rafael Alfonso Garzón Jarrin, Mauricio Rafael Aguilera Vizuete, Christian Geovanny Ávila Rocha, Luis Favian Cartuche Macas, Edilberto Chacón Marcheco

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

Parasitic diseases caused by Cysticercus tenuicollis significantly impact the livestock industry. The quantification of such impacts presents challenges due to the handling of data obtained through modern molecular techniques. This investigation explores the application of neutrosophic cluster analysis to the study of Cysticercus tenuicollis DNA. Neutrosophic clustering and the use of linguistic terms help interpret analyses, employing a five-step neutrosophic clustering algorithm: selection of the clustering algorithm, definition of distance metrics, data preparation, algorithm execution, and examination of results. Samples from 20 sheep exhibiting liver cysts were collected in Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador. The analysis resulted in a neutrosophic cluster where …