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Re-Envisaging Erikson : Deconstructing Adoption Through The Case Of Claire : A Project Based Upon An Independent Investigation, Alison M. Armstrong

Theses, Dissertations, and Projects

This theoretical study explored the social construction of adoption present within North American discourse and how this has impacted subsequent theoretical understandings of adoptee development. This was done with a particular emphasis on Eriksonian theories of adoptee development. This study utilized a cultural artifact, namely the character of Claire in Tim Kring's (2006) television show, Heroes. Claire's case is then used to compare current uses of Eriksonian theories of psychosocial ego development with possible, more comprehensive iterations of Erikson's theory. The impact and relevance to social work theory, research and practice are discussed.

Awareness Of Trigger Events Among Clinicians Working With Elders With Dementia : A Project Based Upon An Independent Investigation, Ashley K. Diaz

Theses, Dissertations, and Projects

This qualitative study was undertaken in order to determine what clinicians perceive to be trigger events that influence dementia onset and if these events are used in the therapeutic process. This study asked the following research questions: What is your experience as a clinician working with elders who have dementia? As a clinician, what is your understanding of trigger events? How do you incorporate the knowledge of triggers into your therapeutic process? Tell me about the types of events that you have found that trigger elderly onset of dementia: medical? Trauma? Etc? What specific techniques have you found helpful in …

Two Methods To Detect Clonal Populations Of Human Cells In Situ, Philip Scorza Hall

Yale Medicine Thesis Digital Library

TWO METHODS TO DETECT CLONAL POPULATIONS OF HUMAN CELLS IN SITU. Philip Hall, Jonathan Murphy, and Jeffrey Sklar, Department of Pathology, Yale University, School of Medicine, New Haven, CT. A molecular assay to detect clonal populations of human cells in situ would be potentially valuable for both investigational and diagnostic purposes. Two such methods are proposed, both utilizing fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH). The first relies upon random monoallelic expression of genes (so-called allelic exclusion), in which a subset of human genes are normally expressed at a single allele in a fixed fraction of cells within a tissue, independent of …

Field-Structured Chemiresistors : Tunable Sensors For Chemical-Switch Arrays, Douglas Read

Chemical and Biological Engineering ETDs

We have developed a significantly improved composite material for applications to chemiresistors, which are resistance-based sensors for volatile organic compounds. This material is a polymer composite containing Au-coated magnetic particles organized into electrically conducting pathways by magnetic fields. This improved material overcomes the various problems inherent to conventional carbon-black chemiresistors, while achieving an unprecedented magnitude of response. When exposed to chemical vapors, the polymer swells only slightly, yet this is amplified into large, reversible resistance changes—as much as 9 decades at a swelling of only 1.5 %. These conductor-insulator transitions occur over such a narrow range of analyte vapor concentration …

Chimes: September 10, 2010, Calvin College

Chimes

Calvin loses beloved professor by Griffin Jackson

SAO announces lineup by Colleen Keehl

FAC renovations hammer ahead, opens in October by Elizabeth Stille

Dining halls inch forward with trayless dining initiative by Jasmine Wilson

Study tips help students begin another year by Katie Faber

Knights climb to top of nation by Jon Behm

Dorm themes create vibrant Calvin spirit by John Kloosterman

Sintering Of Metal Nanoparticles On Model Substrates, Levi R. Houk

Chemical and Biological Engineering ETDs

The sintering of precious metal catalysts is an important problem for the automotive and chemical process industry. As these precious metal catalysts sinter, the metal nanoparticles grow, which in return causes a loss in the overall surface area from loss of the number of available reaction sites. At high temperatures, sintering as a thermally activated process occurs more rapidly and the energetics of the sample changes. In automotive catalysis, for the catalytic converter, the exhaust gases from automobiles contain carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxide compounds, and other hydrogen compounds, which are detrimental to the atmosphere, and a catalyst is required to …

Consumer Health Informatics And Healthcare Disparities

Population Health Matters (Formerly Health Policy Newsletter)

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Health Policy Newsletter Summer 2010 Download Full Pdf

Population Health Matters (Formerly Health Policy Newsletter)

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Longitudinal Penalized Functional Regression, Jeff Goldsmith, Ciprian M. Crainiceanu, Brian Caffo, Daniel Reich

Johns Hopkins University, Dept. of Biostatistics Working Papers

We propose a new regression model and inferential tools for the case when both the outcome and the functional exposures are observed at multiple visits. This data structure is new but increasingly present in applications where functions or images are recorded at multiple times. This raises new inferential challenges that cannot be addressed with current methods and software. Our proposed model generalizes the Generalized Linear Mixed Effects Model (GLMM) by adding functional predictors. Smoothness of the functional coefficients is ensured using roughness penalties estimated by Restricted Maximum Likelihood (REML) in a corresponding mixed effects model. This method is computationally feasible …

Commonwealth Times 2010-09-09

Commonwealth Times, 1969-

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Spartan Daily September 9, 2010, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 135, Issue 6

Does Clinical Distress Impact Attempts To Moderate In Problem Drinkers? : Analysis Of Outcomes From A Randomized Clinical Trial, William Campbell

Psychology ETDs

This study examined the relationship between participants level of psychological distress and their attempts to control their problematic alcohol consumption in a randomized clinical trial comparing two web-based Behavioral Self-Control Training (BSCT) interventions. Potential participants in the trial were screened for both severe mental illness and symptoms of alcohol dependence. Based on prevailing theories, as well as research on individuals diagnosed with co-morbid anxious or mood disorders with alcohol use disorders, it was hypothesized that participants reporting higher levels of clinical distress would have worse outcomes. However, the results of this trial demonstrated that participants reporting higher levels of clinical …

Full Program Materials

23rd Annual Indian Law Symposium

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Analysis Of Alternative Methods For Long-Term Wind Speed And Initial Site Assessment For Purposes Of Wind Energy Production Estimation, Ryan Mcdevitt

Theses and Dissertations

A need exists for identification and evaluation of viable sites for wind energy. However, this is made difficult by the site-specific nature of the wind. A review of current industry practices shows that linear regression is the preferred method, although little work has been done to investigate alternative approaches. To address this, various methods were tested on 23 target sites with data measured over a long-term period. Each site was analyzed with the chosen best reference station, across 10 data periods for each method with results classified as mean absolute percentage error in energy density between the projected and measured …

The Missouri Miner, September 9, 2010

The Missouri Miner Newspaper

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An Exploratory Study Of The Experience Of Single Mothers In Higher Education : A Project Based Upon An Independent Investigation, Kelly Lyn Chandler

Theses, Dissertations, and Projects

The purpose of this study was to explore the experience of single mothers in graduate school. Past research indicates heightened rates of psychiatric distress among single mothers (Jayakody and Stauffer, 2000) as well as overrepresentation of single mothers living in poverty (Kates, 1996; Zhan and Pandey, 2004). Qualitative studies on single mothers within post-secondary and undergraduate programs exist, but little research has been done on those obtaining graduate level degrees. This descriptive study included past or present students who maintained single parent status as well as had at least one child under the age of six during program enrollment. Data …

Western News, Sept. 9, 2010, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Convocation to feature State of University address, campuswide awards; WMU on magazine's new top-tier list; On Campus with Cara LaLumia-Barnes.

Daily Eastern News: September 09, 2010, Eastern Illinois University

September

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Hydrophilanthropy, Wash, And Experiential Learning In Developing Countries, Michael E. Campana

Journal of Contemporary Water Research and Education

Two different and unrelated programs are described, one undergraduate and one graduate, that: 1) introduced students to water research and WASH (water, sanitation, and hygiene) issues in developing countries; 2) injected developing countries' WASH issues into a university graduate water resources program; and 3) introduced hydrophilanthropy, defined as the altruistic concern for the water, sanitation, and related needs of humankind, as manifested by donations of labor, money, or resources. From 2002 through 2004, a National Science Foundation summer Research Experience for Undergraduates program hosted by University of Notre Dame with University of Nevada-Reno and University of New Mexico took undergraduates …

The Pan American (2010-09-09), Kristen Cabrera

UTPA Archives - The Pan American Newspaper

Vol. 67, No. 2

The Black Barbershop : Intersections Of Sexuality, Masculinity And Gender Expressions : A Project Based Upon An Independent Investigation, Antwan Vernard Nedd

Theses, Dissertations, and Projects

This qualitative study examines to what extent African American gay males who frequent the black barbershop share in their expressions of sexuality and masculinity while in the barbershop. The study further investigates the influence of the black barbershop on African American gay males and their comfort with expressing their masculinity and sexuality in this setting and the notion that the black barbershop functions as a microcosm of the black community, by reinforcing heterosexist philosophies. The participants, eight self-identified African American gay men, were recruited by word-of-mouth and snowball sampling. The researcher administered a demographic survey and interviewed participants about their …

The Grizzly, September 9, 2010, Katie Callahan, Brooke Haley, Michael Delaney, Christine Dobisch, Lisa Jobe, Elizabeth Burns, Katie Haldeman, Sara Sherr, Rosie Clark, Maggie Mcmahon, Kevin Tallon, Chris Capone, Carly Siegler, Anna Larouche, Nick Pane, Shane Eachus

Ursinus College Grizzly Newspaper, 1978 to Present

Phi Kappa Sigma Wins Ultimate Honor • Berman Museum Celebrates Opening of Pfeiffer Wing • Board of Trustees Continues Search for New President • Campus Activities Board Gets the Party Started with a Little Foam • Insider's View to Avoiding the Dreaded "Freshman 15" • Living Your Truth with Jenny Boylan • Opinions: Opting Out of Greek Life at Ursinus; Going Greek Without any Regrets; New Wismer Brings Mixed Feelings • UC Women's Soccer Off to Strong Start within Conference • Football Takes Season One Game at a Time

Engineering Academic Programs For Hydrophilanthropy: Commonalities And Challenges, Stephen Silliman, Rabi H. Mohtar, Kurtis Paterson, William P. Ball

Journal of Contemporary Water Research and Education

This paper presents four different program models for student participation in international development that are being used by universities throughout the United States with a focus on international water resource projects. These include a service-oriented program (Engineers Without Borders at Johns Hopkins University), a senior design program (Global Design Teams at Purdue University), an extended research program (Long Term Research at the University of Notre Dame), and a graduate program affiliated with the Peace Corps (The Peace Corps Master's International Program in Civil and Environmental Engineering at Michigan Technological University). Differences and commonalities are identified across the four models, as …

How Do First Graders Define A Family?, Kelly Ann Mcgrail

Theses and Dissertations

The goal of this study was to determine how first grade students define a family. Qualitative research was used as the methodology for this inquiry. The participants were thirteen first grade inclusion students in a school that is located in Southern New Jersey. An instructional unit depicting various family constellations was implemented along with authentic discussions, a student survey, an interactive bulletin board, a classroom library containing family books, and writing prompts contained in My Family Journal. The data collected and analyzed was from student discussion, the subjects' work, direct observation of pupils, the instructional unit, and a teacher research …

Moving Through And Beyond : A Qualitative Exploration Of Self-Identified Gender Nonconforming Participants' Experiences Of Binary Gender Regulation, Ellen C. Daly

Theses, Dissertations, and Projects

This qualitative study was undertaken to explore, and bring into social work discourse, gender nonconforming participants' experiences and meaning-making of binary gender regulation, specifically within relational contexts throughout their lives. Qualitative interviews were completed with 13 participants who identified with the descriptor of gender nonconforming in some way. The following questions were explored: How does the binary gender system become reproduced, maintained, enforced, and regulated through the lives of those who do not, and many times choose not, to adhere to and/or embody the constrictive and limiting expectations of this system? How is such regulation understood and internalized? What are …

"Who's My Family" : A Qualitative Analysis Of Young Adults Living With Perinatal Hiv Infection : A Project Based Upon An Independent Investigation, Kathleen Elizabeth Fanone

Theses, Dissertations, and Projects

The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore how young adults with perinatal HIV infection understand and experience the concept of family and to elicit their perceptions of how "family" has helped or hindered their ability to cope with their illness. The sample was composed of young adults currently receiving primary care from the Johns Hopkins Intensive Primary Care Clinic (IPC) located in Baltimore, Maryland. The IPC clinic provides comprehensive medical care and psychosocial support for over 200 children and youth with HIV infection from birth to 24 years. The majority of the patients come from low socio-economic ethnic …

Enter Sandman-Please! : The Relationship Between Sleep And Job Satisfaction In Social Workers And Other Clinicians : A Project Based Upon An Independent Investigation, Jaime Talitha Knox

Theses, Dissertations, and Projects

This study was undertaken to explore the perceived job satisfaction of social workers and other clinicians, and the relationship of their satisfaction with work to their sleep habits. It was hypothesized that sleep deprivation would negatively impact one's satisfaction with work. A survey was designed that implemented two previously tested measures, the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) and the abridged versions of the Job Descriptive Index and the Job In General scale (aJDI/aJIG). The survey was sent to social workers as well as other professionals employed in human services work. The findings showed the respondents to be significantly sleep deprived …

Pathology, Risk, And Emancipation : The Impact Of Dominant Discourse On Lgbtq Youth In Out-Of-Home Care : A Project Based Upon An Independent Investigation, Jill Christine Mccullough

Theses, Dissertations, and Projects

Currently, there is a scarcity of comprehensive research that has addressed the experiences and service needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) youth who enter public and private out-of-home care settings. However, existing literature has illustrated significant experiences of discrimination and victimization related to the sexual identity, gender identity, and/or gender expression of these youth from both caregivers and peers in public out-of-home care settings. The purpose of this study is to critically examine the impact of dominant discourse or "master narratives" of LGBTQ identity development on the lives of those youth who enter out-of-home care settings. Recent …

An Exploration Of The Social Construction Of Race And Racial Identity : A Project Based Upon An Independent Investigation, Elizabeth Castrellon

Theses, Dissertations, and Projects

This theoretical study explored the social construction of race and racial identity through the lens of Queer Theory and Narrative Theory. Although the concept of race is understood as a social construct, research literature shows that this concept is complex and that there are many factors that contribute to the social construction of race in a way that has real life consequences for people. The use of Queer Theory and Narrative Theory to examine this social construct provides a broader base of understanding for clinical applications. The researcher provides recommendations for social workers in their work with diverse populations.

The Power Of Relationships : Long-Term Outcomes For Older Adults With A History Of Interpersonal Trauma : A Project Based Upon An Independent Investigation, Miriam Lasden Elwell

Theses, Dissertations, and Projects

The research question of this theoretical thesis was to examine the manifestation of prior trauma in the older adult population. Previous research focused mainly on interpersonal trauma theory. The literature on elders who were survivors of childhood interpersonal trauma was minimal. The experiences of older adults who have a history of interpersonal trauma were further examined through attachment theory and Relationalcultural theory. Attachment theory speaks to the difficultly of a child exposed to prolonged interpersonal trauma to develop an adaptive method to regulate affect and seek help from others when distressed. These experiences later influence the relational capabilities of the …