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Accelerating Early-Stage Robot Navigation Development With Motion Capture And Ros, Daniel Granda, Vladimir Gunichev, Caleb Sanchez, James Vanzwieten, Yufei Tang, Pratik Mukherjee May 2025

Accelerating Early-Stage Robot Navigation Development With Motion Capture And Ros, Daniel Granda, Vladimir Gunichev, Caleb Sanchez, James Vanzwieten, Yufei Tang, Pratik Mukherjee

Florida Conference on Recent Advances in Robotics

Developing and testing navigation controllers for mobile robots often involves significant challenges related to onboard sensor limitations and the complexities of sensor fusion. Inaccurate or noisy localization data can obscure the true performance of a control algorithm, and sensor integration represents a time-consuming aspect of robotics projects. This paper presents a framework utilizing an external motion capture (MoCap) system integrated with the Robot Operating System (ROS) to provide high-fidelity, ground-truth localization for a Clearpath Husky robot. We detail the system architecture, including custom ROS tools for waypoint collection and navigation. By decoupling controller development from onboard sensor challenges, this framework …


Text-To-Image Model-Based Image Segmentation For Scene Understanding In Autonomous Robot Navigation, Stéphane Lee, Hakki Erhan Sevil May 2025

Text-To-Image Model-Based Image Segmentation For Scene Understanding In Autonomous Robot Navigation, Stéphane Lee, Hakki Erhan Sevil

Florida Conference on Recent Advances in Robotics

Image segmentation is essential for navigation and scene understanding in autonomous systems, particularly in un- structured outdoor environments. This study investigates the seg- mentation capabilities of DALL-E 3, a generative text-to-image model, that is not explicitly trained for semantic segmentation. A custom segmentation pipeline was developed to evaluate and refine DALL-E 3 outputs on outdoor images from the RELLIS- 3D dataset. The post-processing workflow includes morphological operations with varied structure elements to enhance segmenta- tion accuracy. Segmentation accuracy was assessed using mean Intersection over Union (mIoU) across selected terrain classes. Results show that the raw DALL-E 3 outputs were improved …


Methods And Compositions Related To Modified Green Fluorescent Protein (Gfp) With An Embedded Foreign Peptide, Vladimir N. Uversky, Bogdan S. Melnik May 2025

Methods And Compositions Related To Modified Green Fluorescent Protein (Gfp) With An Embedded Foreign Peptide, Vladimir N. Uversky, Bogdan S. Melnik

USF Patents

Disclosed herein are methods and compositions comprising chimeric green fluorescent protein (GFP) molecules embedded with foreign molecules. Also disclosed are methods of treating a subject with chimeric GFP molecules embedded with foreign molecules. Further disclosed are methods of delivering a desired molecule to a cell, wherein said desired molecule is embedded within a chimeric GFP molecule.


Tumor-Infiltrating Lymphocytes For Adoptive Cell Therapy, Amod A. Sarnaik, Shari Pilon-Thomas, Mark Mclaughlin, Hao Liu May 2025

Tumor-Infiltrating Lymphocytes For Adoptive Cell Therapy, Amod A. Sarnaik, Shari Pilon-Thomas, Mark Mclaughlin, Hao Liu

USF Patents

Disclosed are compositions and methods for ex vivo expansion of tumor infiltrating lymphocytes for use in adoptive cell therapy (ACT). Also disclosed are compositions and method for identifying an agent for ex vivo expansion of tumor infiltrating lymphocytes for use in ACT. Also disclosed are methods for treating cancer using tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes expanded by the disclosed methods.


Music As A Method For Conversion In 16th Century New Spain, Liana Howe May 2025

Music As A Method For Conversion In 16th Century New Spain, Liana Howe

USF St. Petersburg campus Honors Program Theses (Undergraduate)

This thesis examines how music contributed to the conversion of Nahuatl-speaking Indigenous peoples in sixteenth-century New Spain during the Spanish “spiritual conquest” that followed the fall of Tenochtitlan. Drawing on historical, anthropological, and psychological scholarship, as well as primary sources from the colonial period, the study compares pre-Columbian Nahua musical traditions with Franciscan missionary practices to explore why music proved to be an effective tool of religious instruction and persuasion. The research demonstrates that music occupied a central role in Nahua religious, educational, and social life prior to Spanish contact, making it a familiar and powerful medium through which missionaries …


The James Museum's "Art In Mind" Program Evaluation, Violet Adams May 2025

The James Museum's "Art In Mind" Program Evaluation, Violet Adams

USF St. Petersburg campus Honors Program Theses (Undergraduate)

This thesis evaluates the effectiveness of the Art in Mind program at the James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art in St. Petersburg, Florida, a therapeutic arts initiative designed for individuals with cognitive impairments, including Alzheimer’s disease, and their caregivers. Drawing inspiration from the Meet Me at MoMA model, the program uses guided art discussions, Visual Thinking Strategies (VTS), and Personal Response Strategies (PRS) to promote social engagement, emotional well-being, and meaningful connections through art. Using pre- and post-tour surveys, the study assessed changes in participants’ mood, communication, and desire for social interaction. While quantitative analyses did not reveal statistically …


A Modern Look At Tampa's Museums: Sustainability, Evening Socials, And Exploring The Gulf Islands National Seashore, Ozlem Kucuk May 2025

A Modern Look At Tampa's Museums: Sustainability, Evening Socials, And Exploring The Gulf Islands National Seashore, Ozlem Kucuk

International Visiting Researcher Showcase

This study focuses on enhancing sustainability and expanding the reach of selected museums in Tampa amidst a competitive landscape. It emphasizes the need for transformative changes and effective marketing strategies to maintain relevance and financial viability. The research promotes the adoption of self-sustaining social marketing techniques to generate economic returns and foster deeper community engagement. Central to this investigation is a novel museum concept aimed at promoting environmental stewardship and cultural awareness while facilitating social interactions among diverse populations. By doing so, it seeks to attract a broader audience to Tampa, known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning …


The Double-Edged Sword Of Ai Literacy: Effects On Psychological Needs And Emotional Outcomes, Osman Sesliokuyucu May 2025

The Double-Edged Sword Of Ai Literacy: Effects On Psychological Needs And Emotional Outcomes, Osman Sesliokuyucu

International Visiting Researcher Showcase

The increasing integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in the hospitality industry presents a paradox: while AI-driven tools enhance efficiency and service delivery, their psychological and emotional impact on employees remains underexplored. This study examines the bidirectional effects of artificial intelligence literacy (AIL) on employees' psychological needs satisfaction—autonomy, competence, and relatedness—within the framework of Self-Determination Theory (SDT). AIL may serve as a catalyst for workplace empowerment, fostering competence (AI mastery), autonomy (task control), and relatedness (collaborative AI interactions), leading to positive emotional well-being (EW) such as job satisfaction and motivation. Conversely, low AI literacy may undermine these needs, exacerbating stress, job …


How Do Firms Manage The Tension Between Innovating For The Future And Achieving High Returns For Shareholders In The Present?, Gokhan Sener May 2025

How Do Firms Manage The Tension Between Innovating For The Future And Achieving High Returns For Shareholders In The Present?, Gokhan Sener

International Visiting Researcher Showcase

Firms face the challenge of balancing short-term financial performance with long-term innovation. While innovation is crucial for sustaining competitive advantage, shareholder pressures often push firms toward immediate returns. This study will explore how firms manage this tension by examining corporate governance mechanisms, financial decision-making, and strategic resource allocation. Grounded in Agency Theory, this conceptual research will investigate how shareholder expectations, executive incentives, and managerial decision-making influence firms’ ability to sustain innovation while delivering strong financial performance. By analyzing factors such as executive compensation structures, investor composition, and corporate governance practices, the study will provide insights into how firms align managerial …


Casm In Relation To Blood Brain Barrier Integrity In Case Of Ischemic/Reperfusion Injury., Ali Mubashshir May 2025

Casm In Relation To Blood Brain Barrier Integrity In Case Of Ischemic/Reperfusion Injury., Ali Mubashshir

International Visiting Researcher Showcase

Ischemic stroke-induced blood-brain barrier (BBB) disruption plays a critical role in the progression of neuroinflammation and exacerbates neuronal injury. The LANDO pathway involved in endocytosis has been implicated in regulating receptor recycling and immune cell responses. Using LANDO-deficient transgenic mice, we investigated the role of LANDO in ischemia-induced BBB dysfunction. Our results show that LANDO deficiency leads to increased BBB permeability and more severe cerebral edema, as evidenced by Evans blue extravasation and plasma IgG infiltration. This heightened permeability correlates with an increase in infarct size, neurological deficits, and reduced survival. Notably, LANDO deficiency impairs junctional protein redistribution in cerebral …


Exploring The Impact Of Menopause On Human Voice: A Comparative Analysis Between Premenopausal And Postmenopausal Women., Mahmoud Elmahdy May 2025

Exploring The Impact Of Menopause On Human Voice: A Comparative Analysis Between Premenopausal And Postmenopausal Women., Mahmoud Elmahdy

International Visiting Researcher Showcase

Exploring The Impact of Menopause on Human Voice: A Comparative Analysis Between Premenopausal and Postmenopausal Women. Background and Objective: Menopause affects various aspects of women's health, including voice. This study aims to explore the relationship between menopause and voice disorders. Methods: We conducted a retrospective study involving 334 females, divided into two groups based on menopausal status. Data including smoking history, demographic variables, stroboscopic notes, and standardized questionnaires (Reflux Symptom Index, Voice Handicap Index, Voice Catastrophization Index, Dyspnea Index, Cough Severity Index, and Eating Assessment Tool), were collected and analyzed where Categorical variables were compared using the χ2 test while …


Ai Influencers Vs Human Influencers: Redefining Digital Consumer Behavior And Marketing Strategies In The Age Of Artificial Intelligence, Nyabisi Mengo May 2025

Ai Influencers Vs Human Influencers: Redefining Digital Consumer Behavior And Marketing Strategies In The Age Of Artificial Intelligence, Nyabisi Mengo

International Visiting Researcher Showcase

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to revolutionize industries, its application in digital marketing is becoming increasingly transformative. This study investigates the potential of AI-powered influencers to drive consumer decision-making compared to traditional human influencers. By leveraging AI for content generation and consumer engagement, the study addresses key questions around the efficacy, authenticity, and trustworthiness of AI-generated marketing campaigns. Grounded in digital consumer behavior theories and marketing frameworks such as the RACE Model and Content Marketing Mix, this research explores the implications of integrating AI-driven influencers into marketing strategies. A mixed-methods approach combining sentiment analysis, experimental content generation, and expert evaluations …


Stem Cells Run Like Clockwork For Stroke Therapeutics, Napasiri Putthanbut May 2025

Stem Cells Run Like Clockwork For Stroke Therapeutics, Napasiri Putthanbut

International Visiting Researcher Showcase

Stem cell therapy has shown promising therapeutic effects in stroke treatment. Recently, circadian rhythm has been implicated in the stroke incidence. Elucidating whether circadian rhythm also manifests in stem cells may optimize the outcomes. Here, we explored the interaction between circadian rhythm and stem cells in vitro. Cell velocity and proliferation of the umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stem cells (UC-MSCs) were tracked by live cell imaging. We measured the levels of clock genes, BMAL1 and PER2, along with the proliferative marker, c-FOS, and the cytoskeletal marker, F-actin along the rhythm. Awake, semi-awake, and asleep UC-MSCs were co-cultured with human neurons subjected …


Ethics, Uniqueness, And Consumer Mindsets: Exploring Hologram Circus As An Emerging Touristic Attraction, Seden Dogan May 2025

Ethics, Uniqueness, And Consumer Mindsets: Exploring Hologram Circus As An Emerging Touristic Attraction, Seden Dogan

International Visiting Researcher Showcase

Hologram technology has emerged as a groundbreaking tool in the events industry, providing visually stunning and immersive experiences. The integration of hologram technology into live performances has revolutionized the events and entertainment industry, enabling immersive and sustainable experiences. Circus Roncalli's holographic performances have garnered global attention for replacing live animals with 3D holograms, offering an ethical alternative without compromising on entertainment value. Circus Roncalli stands at the forefront of this innovation, utilizing holograms instead of live animals to create captivating and ethically responsible performances. Despite the growing interest in holographic events, research on the drivers of audience intention to attend …


Sh2 Domain Protein E (She) And Abl Signaling Regulate Blood Vessel Size, Surendra Kumar Anand May 2025

Sh2 Domain Protein E (She) And Abl Signaling Regulate Blood Vessel Size, Surendra Kumar Anand

International Visiting Researcher Showcase

Src homology 2 domain containing E (She) protein was previously identified in a screen for proteins that interact with Abelson (Abl)-kinase. However, its biological role has remained unknown. Here we demonstrate that She and Abl signaling regulate vessel size in zebrafish embryos and human endothelial cell culture. Zebrafish she mutants displayed increased endothelial cell number, enlarged lumen size and defects in blood flow and vessel elasticity, eventually leading to vessel collapse. ScRNA-seq analysis identified a set of novel genes which are differentially expressed in she mutants. Vascular endothelial specific overexpression of she was sufficient to restrict the vessel size. Chemical …


Assessing The Status And Distribution Of The Many-Lined Salamander (Stereochilus Marginatus) In Florida, Aubrey Heupel Greene, Kevin W. Christman, Jonathan D. Mays, Daniel U. Greene, David A. Steen May 2025

Assessing The Status And Distribution Of The Many-Lined Salamander (Stereochilus Marginatus) In Florida, Aubrey Heupel Greene, Kevin W. Christman, Jonathan D. Mays, Daniel U. Greene, David A. Steen

Florida Field Naturalist

To better understand the contemporary status and distribution of the many-lined salamander (Stereochilus marginatus) at the southern extent of the species’ range, we surveyed for the species within Florida between 2022 and early 2024, including both known historical locations and additional sites with apparently suitable habitat within occupied drainages. Prior to our study, many-lined salamanders had not been documented in the state since 1991 but we recorded 23 observations (eight adults and 15 juveniles) from two sites; the relatively few detections precluded analyses to better understand activity patterns or evaluate habitat quality. Many-lined salamanders remain extant in Florida but face …


Fos Special Publications, Florida Field Naturalist May 2025

Fos Special Publications, Florida Field Naturalist

Florida Field Naturalist

No abstract provided.


Arthropods Collected From Common Yellowthroats (Geothlypis Trichas) On Vaca Key, Florida, Lawrence J. Hribar May 2025

Arthropods Collected From Common Yellowthroats (Geothlypis Trichas) On Vaca Key, Florida, Lawrence J. Hribar

Florida Field Naturalist

No abstract provided.


Friends Of Ffn, Florida Field Naturalist May 2025

Friends Of Ffn, Florida Field Naturalist

Florida Field Naturalist

No abstract provided.


Genealib Archive 2025-05, Genealib May 2025

Genealib Archive 2025-05, Genealib

GENEALIB Archive

No abstract provided.


Cover, Florida Field Naturalist May 2025

Cover, Florida Field Naturalist

Florida Field Naturalist

No abstract provided.


Florida Scrub-Jays (Aphelocoma Coerulescens) And Fire: Update From An On-Going, Multi-Decadal Experiment, Sahas Barve, Tori D. Bakley, John W. Fitzpatrick May 2025

Florida Scrub-Jays (Aphelocoma Coerulescens) And Fire: Update From An On-Going, Multi-Decadal Experiment, Sahas Barve, Tori D. Bakley, John W. Fitzpatrick

Florida Field Naturalist

No abstract provided.


Instance Of A Mourning Dove (Zenaida Macroura) Reusing A Florida Scrub-Jay (Aphelocoma Coerulescens) Nest, Charlotte Hood, Tori Bakley, Sahas Barve May 2025

Instance Of A Mourning Dove (Zenaida Macroura) Reusing A Florida Scrub-Jay (Aphelocoma Coerulescens) Nest, Charlotte Hood, Tori Bakley, Sahas Barve

Florida Field Naturalist

No abstract provided.


Organic Anion Lithium Ionic Cocrystal Compounds And Compositions, Michael John Zaworotko, Naga Duggirala, Adam John Smith, Roland Douglas Shytle Apr 2025

Organic Anion Lithium Ionic Cocrystal Compounds And Compositions, Michael John Zaworotko, Naga Duggirala, Adam John Smith, Roland Douglas Shytle

USF Patents

A cocrystal having the formula LiX·aM, or a solvate or hydrate thereof, wherein X is a conjugate base of an organic acid, M is a neutral organic molecule, and a is from 0.5 to 4, pharmaceutical compositions comprising such cocrystals, cocrystal solvates, or cocrystal hydrates, and methods of preparing such cocrystals, cocrystal solvates, or cocrystal hydrates, and such pharmaceutical compositions.


System And Method For The Prediction Of Runway Configuration And Airport Acceptance Rate (Aar) For Multi-Airport System, Yu Zhang, Yuan Wang Apr 2025

System And Method For The Prediction Of Runway Configuration And Airport Acceptance Rate (Aar) For Multi-Airport System, Yu Zhang, Yuan Wang

USF Patents

Numerical weather prediction data during a time period of interest for a multi-airport system is used to generate a three-dimensional (3-D) tensor data for the time period of interest. The 3-D tensor data is then used to predict hourly runway configurations for each of a plurality of airports of the multi-airport system during the time period of interest using the 3-D tensor data as input to a plurality of runway configuration convolutional neural networks (CNN) branches and to predict an AAR for each of the plurality of airports of the multi-airport system during the time period of interest using the …


Systems And Methods For At-Home Monitoring Of An Individual, Reese Kyle Starowesky, Carlos Eduardo Pena Duran, Autar Kaw, Ali Yalcin, Carla Vandeweerd Apr 2025

Systems And Methods For At-Home Monitoring Of An Individual, Reese Kyle Starowesky, Carlos Eduardo Pena Duran, Autar Kaw, Ali Yalcin, Carla Vandeweerd

USF Patents

In one embodiment, a sensor unit includes an outer housing including a top plate and a base member that together define an interior space, the top plate being configured to directly receive and support the leg of the piece of furniture, a load cell provided within the interior space configured to measure forces imposed by the leg on the top plate, the load cell including a planar metal plate having a deformable element to which the top plate is mounted and a sensor element mounted to the planar metal plate at a location at which the deformable element extends from …


High Ability, Hidden Gaps: Building Quantitative Reasoning Amongst Singapore’S Mathematically Literate, Rebecca M. Nichols Apr 2025

High Ability, Hidden Gaps: Building Quantitative Reasoning Amongst Singapore’S Mathematically Literate, Rebecca M. Nichols

Numeracy

In Singapore, where primary and secondary students routinely top standardized worldwide mathematics examinations, a paradox emerges: when reaching university, many struggle to apply their skills critically in real-world contexts. This commentary examines the challenges and strategies involved in teaching quantitative reasoning (QR) to mathematically literate students in a top-ranking Singaporean university. While these students arrive well-trained in computation and procedural problem-solving, they often lack confidence and flexibility in ambiguous, data-driven decision-making. This article argues that fostering QR education is crucial not only for Singapore but for education globally, as QR skills underpin evidence-based reasoning within and across disciplines. Such an …


Crow's Nest, April 28, 2025, Crow's Nest Staff Apr 2025

Crow's Nest, April 28, 2025, Crow's Nest Staff

Crow's Nest

No abstract provided.


Gnsi Decision Brief: De Oppresso Liber – Applying Green Beret Identify And Ethos To Build U.S. Military Resiliency, Robert S. Burrell, Joseph E. Long, Charles Cleveland Apr 2025

Gnsi Decision Brief: De Oppresso Liber – Applying Green Beret Identify And Ethos To Build U.S. Military Resiliency, Robert S. Burrell, Joseph E. Long, Charles Cleveland

GNSI Decision Briefs

Military ethos is the “spirit of the unit, which is the sense of unity that leads warriors on the battlefield to believe that the lives of those around them are more important than their own.” In 2025 Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth promised a return to a “warrior ethos,” which he said the Department of Defense (DOD) has lost because of the recent politicized climate, including diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. This brief will utilize the Army's Special Forces as a viable model for achieving collective military spirit in one of the world's most diverse nations.


High-Throughput Nmr Approach For In-Membrane Protein Ligand Screening, Libin Ye, Xudong Wang Apr 2025

High-Throughput Nmr Approach For In-Membrane Protein Ligand Screening, Libin Ye, Xudong Wang

USF Patents

This disclosure relates to the identification of interactions between ligands and in-membrane proteins using nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy. Also provided are methods for high-throughput identification of in-membrane ligand-membrane protein interactions.