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The Switch Curatorial: Network Boxes, Michael Weisert, Kristin O'Friel

SWITCH

Network Boxes visualizes network activity, making patterns of online behavior visible through color and shapes.

Front Matter: Transvergence

SWITCH

Front matter for volume 20 of SWITCH. This introduction explains how the CADRE Laboratory for New Media at San José State University is partnering with the ZeroOne Festival and hosting the ISEA2006 Symposium. To prepare, SWITCH dedicated this issue to the theme of “Transvergence,” inviting artists, scientists, and thinkers to explore ideas that blend and move beyond traditional disciplines.

A Chat With Steve Dietz And Joel Slayton, Rachel Beth Egenhoefer

SWITCH

This chat between ISEA Festival/Symposium Director Steve Dietz, ISEA’s Academic Symposium Chair Joel Slayton, and CADRE Professor Rachel Beth Egenhoefer explores the idea of “transvergence,” a creative space where art, technology, and research come together to create new forms of collaboration.

Culture Lab Newcastle: Transdisciplinarity In And As Strategy, Sally Jane Norman

SWITCH

In this article, the author describes the creation of Culture Lab at Newcastle University as a space designed to break down academic boundaries. The project frames transdisciplinarity as a social process where diverse ways of thinking meet and generate fresh insight.

Transform The Transvergent Man Coloring Book

SWITCH

This project celebrates William Shatner as the ultimate “transvergent” figure – an artist who has reinvented himself across roles, mediums, and careers. Through a downloadable coloring book and contest, SWITCH invites the community to honor Shatner’s transformations.

Announcements, No.40 2005

Medieval Feminist Forum: A Journal of Gender and Sexuality

No abstract provided.

Social History, Women's History, And The British Archive System, Katherine L. French

Medieval Feminist Forum: A Journal of Gender and Sexuality

No abstract provided.

The History Of Women's Lives In The Archives Of Languedoc, Elizabeth Haluska-Rausch

Medieval Feminist Forum: A Journal of Gender and Sexuality

No abstract provided.

Medicine In The Archives: Resources For Researching Medical History Topics, Monica H. Green

Medieval Feminist Forum: A Journal of Gender and Sexuality

No abstract provided.

R. Howard Bloch, The Anonymous Marie De France. University Of Chicago Press, 2003, Wendy Marie Hoofnagle

Medieval Feminist Forum: A Journal of Gender and Sexuality

No abstract provided.

Sharon Farmer And Carol Braun Pasternack, Eds., Gender And Difference In The Middle Ages. (Medieval Cultures Series, 32.) University Of Minnesota Press, 2003, Alison Gulley

Medieval Feminist Forum: A Journal of Gender and Sexuality

No abstract provided.

Marilynn Desmond, Myth, Montage, & Visuality In Late Medieval Manuscript Culture: Christine De Pizan's Epistre Othea. University Of Michigan Press, 2003, Christine Mcwebb

Medieval Feminist Forum: A Journal of Gender and Sexuality

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How High Do Cartels Raise Prices? Implications For Optimal Cartel Fines, John M. Connor, Robert H. Lande

All Faculty Scholarship

This Article examines whether the current penalties in the United States Sentencing Guidelines are set at the appropriate levels to deter cartels optimally The authors analyze two data sets to determine how high on average cartels raise prices. The first consists of every published scholarly economic study of the effects of cartels on prices in individual cases. The second consists of every final verdict in a US. antitrust case in which a neutral finder of fact reported collusive overcharges. They report average overcharges of 49% and 31% for the two data sets, and median overcharges of 25% and 22%. They …

J Am Coll Dent 2005 72 4

Journal of the American College of Dentists

The Journal of the American College of Dentists (JACD) publishes scholarly articles, editorials, essays, and reflections addressing the ethical, professional, and social dimensions of dentistry. The Journal serves as a forum for advancing ethics, professionalism, leadership, and excellence within the dental community. By fostering dialogue across disciplines and perspectives, JACD provides readers with insights that encourage ethical, professional practice, lifelong learning, and service to the public, reinforcing dentistry’s commitment to advancing oral healthcare and the common good.

The Inkwell, Armstrong Atlantic State University

The Inkwell

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Rrh Library Newsletter, December 2005, Libraries At Rochester Regional Health

Rochester Regional Health authored publications and proceedings

Newsletter sections include: 'Tis the Season to be Merry…Laugh & Stay Healthy

Expanding The Archive: An Art Historical Perspective, Jennifer Borland

Medieval Feminist Forum: A Journal of Gender and Sexuality

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Lattice Quantum Algorithm For The Schrodinger Wave Equation In 2+1 Dimensions With A Demonstration By Modeling Soliton Instabilities, Jeffrey Yepez, George Vahala, Linda L. Vahala

Electrical & Computer Engineering Faculty Publications

A lattice-based quantum algorithm is presented to model the non-linear Schrödinger-like equations in 2 + 1 dimensions. In this lattice-based model, using only 2 qubits per node, a sequence of unitary collide (qubit-qubit interaction) and stream (qubit translation) operators locally evolve a discrete field of probability amplitudes that in the long-wavelength limit accurately approximates a non-relativistic scalar wave function. The collision operator locally entangles pairs of qubits followed by a streaming operator that spreads the entanglement throughout the two dimensional lattice. The quantum algorithmic scheme employs a non-linear potential that is proportional to the moduli square of the wave function. …

A Multipurpose Evaluation Strategy For Master Gardener Training Programs, Emelie Swackhamer, Nancy Ellen Kiernan

Journal of Extension

A multipurpose evaluation, developed to measure impact of master gardener training in Pennsylvania, quantitatively measured both learning and increase in confidence, applying data from before and after the training. The authors demonstrate how the same data can be summarized in different ways to better achieve program improvement or demonstrate accountability. The evaluation compiled feedback from a 16-county area, including a majority of trainees in the state. This uniform evaluation strategy eliminated duplication of effort by county educators, provided a high quality tool for the state, and serves as a model for evaluating multi-topic programs taught by many instructors.

Training Methods And Needs Related To Volunteer Management Competencies Of Extension 4-H Youth Development Agents, Brenda S. Seevers, Jacqueline S. Baca, Dawn Van Leeuwen

Journal of Extension

The purpose of the descriptive study reported here was to describe professional and personal training experiences related to volunteer management and development. A mail questionnaire was sent to a random sample of 4-H Youth Development Agents nationally. 4-H Youth Development agents reported low-levels of participation in volunteer management professional development activities during a 24-month period. However, when asked to identify specific areas of training needed, a long and varied list was generated. Primary needs identified were in the areas of recruitment and motivation, conflict management and liability issues, evaluation, and time management.

What Motivates Volunteers To Serve In A Youth Literacy Program?, Ryan Schmiesing, Jeff Soder, Susan Russell

Journal of Extension

This article examines volunteers' motivation to commit to a successful, yet intensive, youth literacy program. Volunteers in a one-on-one youth literacy mentoring program were motivated by the values function of volunteerism; that is, they volunteered in order to exercise their altruistic values. This is a departure from much of the literature on volunteer motivation, which finds affiliation to be volunteers' primary motivation for volunteering. The article offers suggestions on recruitment methods that promote the value function of volunteerism and will be most successful in attracting individuals willing to make sustained commitments to youth.

Evaluating The Impact Of A Community Agricultural Leadership Development Program, Keith G. Diem, Mary Powers Nikola

Journal of Extension

A variety of agricultural leadership development programs have been offered throughout the nation, but the impact of many has gone unevaluated or unreported. This article outlines a process used to measure the long-term benefits of the New Jersey Agricultural Leadership Development Program (NJALDP), a 2-year, Extension-led collaborative program created to help members of agriculture-related professions sharpen business skills, establish an extensive agricultural network, and develop effective marketing and communication skills. Participants from classes completing the program since 1996 were surveyed to determine the difference NJALDP has made on their lives and careers.

Restoring The Chesapeake--A Watershed Education And Restoration Project For Virginia Youth, Jeffrey L. Kirwan, Mary Elizabeth Williams, Matthew L. Kirwan

Journal of Extension

A watershed education and restoration project was started in the Virginia portion of the Chesapeake Bay watershed in 2002. Over 37,000 hardwood seedlings were distributed to school groups and 4-H leaders in 19 counties. A geographic information system (GIS) identified subwatersheds in greatest need of riparian restoration. A Web site provided educational material and facilitated communication. Results indicate 3 years are needed to develop partnerships necessary for large-scale projects such as this one. Hands-on activities like planting trees result in large knowledge gains. Use of land-use maps and a Web site also result in knowledge gain about watersheds

Individuation Revisited: Implications For Parent Education, Jodi Dworkin, Chih-Yuan S. Lee

Journal of Extension

Researchers have suggested that adolescents' increase in autonomy is accompanied by maintaining close relations with parents. In this article, we explore this process of individuation from the perspective of mothers. Nearly 900 (n=878) white mothers of children aged 2 to 14 were interviewed via the telephone about their child's independence and their perception of parent-child connectedness. Analyses revealed that from the perspective of mothers, while independence increased across childhood, parent-child connectedness decreased. These data suggest the need to support parents in remaining connected to their children as they enter adolescence. Implications of these findings for parent education are considered.

Using Electrofishing Demonstrations To Increase Water Quality Awareness, Jp Lieser, Chris Zoller, Renee Clark

Journal of Extension

OSU Extension has developed a new program that utilizes electrofishing demonstrations to increase water quality awareness. Since 2001, over 2,000 participants have attended 72 demonstrations. Participants learn about water quality indicators and the electrofishing process, view aquatic wildlife and stream habitat, and discuss conservation measures that can protect and restore streams. An Extension professional does not need to be an expert on electrofishing or have any equipment to organize a demonstration. An interest and a dedicated fisheries resource person is all that is needed. Electrofishing demonstrations provide a fun, non-confrontational way to discuss water quality topics that can be controversial.

More Tips: Communicating With Institutional Review Boards Over The Course Of Your Project, Donna J. Peterson, Daniel A. Mcdonald, Sherry C. Betts

Journal of Extension

This article focuses on the continuing review process required by Institutional Review Boards. It is a follow-up to a series of recent articles designed to help Extension Professionals navigate the university IRB process. The authors present general guidelines for the continuing review process and offer some issues and tips for success.

Recruiting Strategies For Short-Term Volunteers, Doug Hart

Journal of Extension

Is there a need for episodic (short-term) volunteers in your Extension programs? A survey asked people why they weren't volunteering. Seventy-nine percent of the respondents said they would volunteer if the jobs were shorter in duration. Short-term volunteers will be more productive and will be more likely to continue in their service if they are recruited, supported, and valued as partners in the educational process. By using the information in this article, professionals who work with volunteers has the capability to increase the overall size and scope of their programs.

Roads Scholar Tours: A Marketing Tool For Building Strong Campus/Community Relationships, Deborah J. Maddy, Jean A. Stilwell

Journal of Extension

Roads Scholar Tours are a marketing tool guaranteed to build strong campus/community relationships for any land-grant university. The tours give campus-bound colleagues an opportunity to actively engage with Extension faculty and staff, volunteers, learners, and community leaders. Over the years, the tours have earned prestige through the selective nature of the invitation and the high quality experience. Scholars report 1) increased understanding of Extension's vision, mission and values, and 2) incorporation of what they learned about Extension into their campus assignments.

Assessing The Relationships Between The Spatial Variation In Land-Use Spatial Patterns And Surface Water Quality, Majed A. Khater

UNLV Theses, Dissertations, Professional Papers, and Capstones

The purpose of this dissertation was to examine the association between the spatial patterns of urban land uses and surface water quality parameters at the watershed outlet. The aim of the study was to understand the strength and nature of this relationship, and examine new methods of classifying and quantifying contributing urban land-uses and their spatial patterns. The hypothesis of this research was: in an urban watershed, the variation in the spatial patterns of contributing land uses will have a significant impact on the surface water quality parameters at the watershed outlet.

This relationship between urbanization and water quality is …

Resident Efficiency In A Pediatric Emergency Department., M Denise Dowd, Celeste Tarantino, Theodore M. Barnett, Laura Fitzmaurice, Jane F. Knapp

Manuscripts, Articles, Book Chapters and Other Papers

OBJECTIVES: To measure the hourly rate of patients evaluated and treated by resident physicians in an academic pediatric emergency department (PED) and examine differences in the rate by subspecialty and year of training.

METHODS: For all residents rotating in an academic, urban children's hospital PED, the rate of patients seen per hour over the course of their rotation was calculated using an electronic tracking system, EmSTAT, for calendar year 2000. Rates are reported as the mean number of patients seen per resident hour worked. Mean differences are reported for resident subspecialties (emergency medicine, pediatrics, and family practice) and postgraduate year …