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Geographical Disparity Of Suicide, Masiel Perez-Balaguer
Geographical Disparity Of Suicide, Masiel Perez-Balaguer
USF St. Petersburg campus Student Research Symposium
Suicide has been one of the leading causes of death in the United States for several years (Census, 2017). Multiple studies have looked at the disparity of suicide rates across geographical locations (Wilkinson, 1984; Saunderson,1998; Morrell, 1999). These studies have shown a correlation between rural areas and higher rates of suicide. For this study, data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) was taken and linked with population data acquired through the Census. This was done for the year 2017 to see any correlation between location and suicide rate could be observed. States were split into six categories …
The Life History Of Artifacts From The Coclé Culture In Panama, Augustine Haile
The Life History Of Artifacts From The Coclé Culture In Panama, Augustine Haile
USF St. Petersburg campus Student Research Symposium
The Gran Coclé culture, which existed in Panama from approximately 200 BCE to 1550 CE, is demarcated by a distinct artistic style. Large vessels with bold colors, strong structural design, and distinct artistic motifs are a hallmark of this cultural style. Expertly created gold effigies and objects also represent a large portion of archaeological artifacts discovered in the Coclé region. These forms of artistic creation are a concrete expression of the culture as it existed, a testament to the life and times of the people who inhabited what is now modern-day Coclé Province, Panama. Tracking the life cycle of the …
One Step Back, Two Steps Forward: Reversing The Anthropocene, Aldo Jesus, Tyler Lewis
One Step Back, Two Steps Forward: Reversing The Anthropocene, Aldo Jesus, Tyler Lewis
USF St. Petersburg campus Student Research Symposium
The Anthropocene has presented us with an era of human activity having direct effects on the Earth, one of these effects being global warming. Many of the effects of global warming are irreversible but can be halted. While efforts to halt global warming and the consequences that come with it, such as the melting of ice caps and destruction of the ozone layer, many have shown to be inefficient or not well-received by the public. This is where scientist Sergey Zimov has come in to propose an unusual yet extremely interesting solution. By introducing key species into northern Siberia, an …
Relationship Qualities And Discipline For Peer Aggression, Mariah Ramirez, Jared Welker, Wendy M. Rote, Alexandria Corona
Relationship Qualities And Discipline For Peer Aggression, Mariah Ramirez, Jared Welker, Wendy M. Rote, Alexandria Corona
USF St. Petersburg campus Student Research Symposium
Inductive discipline (emphasizing perspective taking and the child’s responsibility for harm, Hoffman, 2000) promotes prosocial behavior in children, but factors that affect how children react to such discipline need further exploration (Krevans & Gibbs, 1996). Research shows that positive relationships with parents improve the effectiveness of parental discipline (Patrick & Gibbs (2016)). However, further research is needed in regards to teacher-student relationships and teacher discipline. This study examined how students’ relationships with parents and teachers affect their perceptions of parent- and teacher-performed inductive discipline. Adolescents answered questions about a hypothetical scenario where they aggress against a peer and a parent …
Defensive Behaviors Of Pangolins And Predatory Behaviors Of Their Predators, Christa Baranowski, Deby L. Cassill
Defensive Behaviors Of Pangolins And Predatory Behaviors Of Their Predators, Christa Baranowski, Deby L. Cassill
USF St. Petersburg campus Student Research Symposium
Pangolins have poor vision, and thus rely on their smell and hearing to avoid predation while they are feeding on insects. Pangolins are preyed upon by many of the top predators in their habitats in Asia and Africa, such as lions and leopards, as well as other carnivores, like hyenas, and have unique defense behaviors when targeted by these predators. Pangolins are considered the most trafficked animals in the world, having high demand as delicacies and medicinal purposes. This research looks at the various defense behaviors of Pangolins, and to analyze these behaviors based on their frequencies. Behavior frequencies were …
Maternal Investment Observed In Manatees, Hannah Knauf
Maternal Investment Observed In Manatees, Hannah Knauf
USF St. Petersburg campus Student Research Symposium
Maternal instincts vary from species to species. How they care for their offspring depends on environmental and physical factors including but not limited to: the size of the offspring, how many offspring, shelter, and the types of predators they have. Manatees in particular are some of the most gentle creatures on the planet, living simple lives The way they care for their offspring is no different in complexity. For the purpose of this project, the maternal investment of manatees was observed and complied into a small amount of data. This was done by first finding the relative number of offspring …
Parental Care Among Insects, Florida Muka
Parental Care Among Insects, Florida Muka
USF St. Petersburg campus Student Research Symposium
Insects are the most diverse group of animals. Only 1% of Insects show parental behavior. The life cycle of Insects is complex, all undergo metamorphosis. This research project shows in what life stage Insects show more parental behavior and why this behavior has evolved so differently from one species to another. Data was collected from Insect species that show parental behavior and was organized in three main stages of their life cycle. From the data collected, Insects show more parental behavior during the egg stage. In this stage the offspring is more vulnerable than other stages. Different environmental factors had …
Vulnerability Of The Irrawaddy Dolphin (Orcaella Brevirostris), Alyssa Updegraff
Vulnerability Of The Irrawaddy Dolphin (Orcaella Brevirostris), Alyssa Updegraff
USF St. Petersburg campus Student Research Symposium
Cetaceans consist of 89 species of marine mammals that include dolphins, porpoises and whales. Cetaceans are considered to be the most distinctive and highly specialized order of mammals. Cetaceans are placental, finned, aquatic mammals. Cetaceans are regarded to be highly social animals Most cetaceans reproduce seasonally, with varying age of sexual maturity, varying gestation period times and variations in offspring numbers. Cetaceans provide extensive maternal care of offspring. In this study, we analyzed cetacean vulnerability by studying the maternal investments and life history traits that are involved in cetaceans as a group, with an emphasis on irrawaddy dolphins. Data were …
The Coptic Pursuit For Equality, Alexandra Solomon, Joshua Hostetter
The Coptic Pursuit For Equality, Alexandra Solomon, Joshua Hostetter
USF St. Petersburg campus Student Research Symposium
From as early as 284 CE, Coptic Christians have been persecuted in Egypt by various rulers and/or other religious groups. In this paper, I will be examining if religious freedoms stated in the constitution and observing if these laws are upheld. Although freedom of religion is stated in the Egyptian Constitution, the religiosity of the majority and the persecution of the minority may make it seem as though there is no freedom of religion. By looking at a historical context, I will examine the systematic changes in religious freedom and the responses from both Christians and Muslims. As a Coptic …
Evaluating Public Health Policies On Food, Nisuka Williams
Evaluating Public Health Policies On Food, Nisuka Williams
USF St. Petersburg campus Student Research Symposium
The food we eat is governed and sometimes rightfully so. There are taxes and policies meant to protect consumers and children from products that hurt our health. This thesis has gathered data and analyzed if these policies are performing in favor of the desired outcome. Is a tax on sugar-sweetened beverages making a healthy difference? Does taxing and eliminating processed foods high in saturated fatty acids benefit the health of citizens? Does restricting foods marketed to children promote lower percentages of obesity in young children? The results in this study support that a tax on sugary beverages is not working …
Eye-Tracking Guilt Induction, Cassandra Ellison, Jordan Cooper, Wendy M. Rote, Max Owens
Eye-Tracking Guilt Induction, Cassandra Ellison, Jordan Cooper, Wendy M. Rote, Max Owens
USF St. Petersburg campus Student Research Symposium
Previous studies have shown a difference in perceptions of maternal guilt induction when there are variations in the situation of the event and the structure of the maternal guilt inducting statement (Rote, 2017). This research expands on this by examining whether differences in attention to specific words within guilt inductive statements may underly previously observed variations. Using eye-tracking methodology and hypothetical vignettes, this study examined which words college-aged students attended to most within maternal guilt inductive statements. Vignettes varied in the topic over which guilt was induced (e.g., moral transgression vs personal choice), the focus of the mother’s criticism (behavior …