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Political Powerlessness, Nicholas Stephanopoulos

Articles

No abstract provided.

Results Of A Health Education Message Intervention On Hpv Knowledge And Receipt Of Follow-Up Care Among Latinas Infected With High-Risk Human Papillomavirus, Maureen Sanderson, Dineo Khabele, Claudine L. Brown, Khalil Harbi, Leah R. Alexander, Ann L. Coker, Maria E. Fernandez, Heather M. Brandt, Mary K. Fadden, Pamela C. Hull

Obstetrics and Gynecology Faculty Publications

A clinic-based intervention study was conducted among high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV)-infected Latinas aged 18-64 years between April 2006 and May 2008 on the Texas-Mexico border. Women were randomly assigned to receive a printed material intervention (n=186) or usual care (n=187) and were followed at three months, six months, and 12 months through telephone surveys and review of medical records. The HPV knowledge of nearly all women had increased greatly, but only two-thirds of women reported they had received follow-up care within one year of diagnosis regardless of additional health education messaging. Our findings suggest that, regardless of type of health …

A Hierarchy Of Markets: How Basic Needs Induce A Market Failure, Shlomit Azgad-Tromer

DePaul Business & Commercial Law Journal

No abstract provided.

Secchi Disk Depth: A New Theory And Mechanistic Model For Underwater Visibility, Zhongping Lee, Shaoling Shang, Chuanmin Hu, Keping Du, Alan Weidemann, Weilin Hou, Junfang Lin, Gong Lin

Marine Science Faculty Publications

Secchi disk depth (ZSD) is a measure of water transparency, whose interpretation has wide applications from diver visibility to studies of climate change. This transparency has been explained in the past 60 + years with the underwater visibility theory, the branch of the general visibility theory for visual ranging in water. However, through a thorough review of the physical processes involved in visual ranging in water, we show that this theory may not exactly represent the sighting of a Secchi disk by a human eye. Further, we update the Law of Contrast Reduction, a key concept in visibility …

The Research Express

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Building Management System - Energy Efficiency Management, Kreshnik Ismaili

Theses and Dissertations

Building Management System should be a hot topic during this century. The potential for energy saving that BMS gives to a building is very high. BMS has started to implementation in commercial buildings to enable monitoring and control of the various intelligent systems like Heating Ventilation and Air - Conditioning (HVAC), safety, access and lighting systems. Heating Ventilation and Air - Conditioning (HVAC) systems in buildings must be complemented with a good control scheme to maintain comfort under any load situations. Efficient HVAC control usually is the most cost-effective option to improve the energy efficiency of a building. However, HVAC …

The Concept Of Missing Incidents In Persons With Dementia, Meredeth Rowe, Amy M. Houston, Victor A. Molinari, Tatjana Bulat, Mary E. Bowen, Heather Spring, Sandra Mutolo, Barbara Mckenzie

Nursing Faculty Publications

Behavioral symptoms of dementia often present the greatest challenge for informal caregivers. One behavior, that is a constant concern for caregivers, is the person with dementia leaving a designated area such that their whereabouts become unknown to the caregiver or a missing incident. Based on an extensive literature review and published findings of their own research, members of the International Consortium on Wandering and Missing Incidents constructed a preliminary missing incidents model. Examining the evidence base, specific factors within each category of the model were further described, reviewed and modified until consensus was reached regarding the final model. The model …

Vegfa: Just One Of Multiple Mechanisms For Sex-Specific Vascular Development Within The Testis?, Kevin M. Sargent, Renee M. Sargent, Renata Spuri Gomes, Andrea S. Cupp

Department of Animal Science: Faculty Publications

Testis development from an indifferent gonad is a critical step in embryogenesis. A hallmark of testis differentiation is sex-specific vascularization which occurs as endothelial cells migrate from the adjacent mesonephros into the testis to surround Sertoli-germ cell aggregates and induce seminiferous cord formation. Many in vitro experiments have demonstrated that Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor A (VEGFA) is a critical regulator of this process. Both inhibitors to VEGFA signal transduction and excess VEGFA isoforms in testis organ cultures impaired vascular development and seminiferous cord formation. However, in vivo models using mice which selectively eliminated all VEGFA isoforms: in Sertoli and germ …

An Introduction To Insects Of Regulatory Concern, Robert Phillips

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

No abstract provided.

Anticipated And Unanticipated Complications Of Severe Dengue In A Primigravida, Madiha Hashmi, Ghulam Zainab, Farah Khan

Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology

As the incidence of dengue is rising among adults more cases of dengue fever are being reported during pregnancy. Physiological changes of pregnancy mask the pathognomonic features of severe dengue such as increased hematocrit, thrombocytopenia, and leukopenia and a high index of suspicion are required in endemic areas. Massive hemorrhage may complicate operative deliveries in unsuspected patients. World Health Organization recommends that all patients with severe dengue should be admitted to a hospital with access to intensive care facilities and blood transfusion. We present the successful management of hemorrhage and unanticipated complications of severe dengue in a young primigravida admitted …

Nutrinews, Volume 11, November 2015, Department Of Nutrition And Dietetics, University Of North Florida

NutriNews

This issue features Thanksgiving Day Recipes, Kombucha Tea, PKU: Diet Alternatives, Get Involved & Upcoming Events

Influence Of Decentralized Demand Driven Policy Of Teacher Recruitment In Kinango Sub County-Kenya, Kuphunza Bakari Makungu

Master of Education

The introduction of the decentralized demand driven policy of teacher recruitment in Kenya in 2001 was hoped to enhance equitable access to qualified teachers in all public schools of the republic of Kenya. The policy’s main target was the disadvantaged areas of the nation. This was influenced by the government’s inability to continue employing teachers through the centralized supply driven system and the realization of the need to employ teachers for the needy schools even though. What is the influence of the implementation of the decentralized demand driven policy of teacher recruitment in the schools of Kinango Sub County? This …

Girls‟ Enrollment And Retention In Science Subjects At Secondary School Level From Form Three To Form Four: A Case Of A Coeducational Community Secondary School In Kinondoni District-Dar Es Salaam, Esther Kibga

Master of Education

The major concern of this study was that, despite Tanzania government being determined to improve access, equity and provision of quality education by introducing various programmes, policies and reforms but still the number of girls in science subjects is inadequate in community secondary schools. The major purpose of this study was to investigate on the factors which interferes enrolment and retention of girls in science at secondary school level in Kinondoni district-Dar es Salaam. The objectives of the study were; to establish girls‟ enrolment and retention rate in science classes in a coeducational community secondary school, determine socio-economic, socio-cultural, school …

Teachers’ Practices In Handling Learners With Visual Impairments In Inclusive Schools In Kenya: A Case Study Of A Primary School In Embu County, Anne Wakiini Mwaniki

Master of Education

Teachers’ practices in handling learners with visual impairments in inclusive schools have remained less explored especially at primary school level and in the developing countries. Consequently, their competences in handling these learners with visual impairments in inclusive schools are barely known bearing in mind that teachers are core players in the education of these learners. It is this gap in the existing literature that initiated this study. This study looks into the teachers’ practices in handling learners with visual impairments in inclusive schools in Kenya: It is a case study of a private primary school in Embu County. The purpose …

Factors That Lead To Sustainability Of School-Feeding Programs In Rural Community Secondary Schools: A Case Study Of Two Secondary Schools In Nachingwea District, Lindi – Southern Tanzania, Yahaya Jafari Mbembe

Master of Education

School feeding programs (SFPs) have increasingly received a considerable attention as instruments for improving students‟ academic and nutritional developments in rural community secondary schools. This demands the programs to have certain qualities to be able to achieve their intended goals and objectives. Amongst these is sustainability to guarantee students in the schools with food in regular bases conditional on school attendance and the programs‟ contributions. Many studies have been conducted on SFPs in Tanzania but not in Lindi region and the Nachingwea district in particular. This is different with culture which has been extensively examined in the area. However, these …

Promoting Public Health In The Context Of The “Obesity Epidemic”: False Starts And Promising New Directions, T. Mann, A. J. Tomiyama, Andrew Ward

Psychology Faculty Works

In the battle to combat obesity rates in the United States, several misconceptions have dominated policy initiatives. We address those misconceptions, including the notion that restrictive diets lead to long-term weight loss, that stigmatizing obesity is an effective strategy for promoting weight reduction, and that weight and physical health should be considered synonymous with one another. In offering correctives to each of these points, we draw on psychological science to suggest new policies that could be enacted at both the local and national levels. Instead of policies that rely solely on individual willpower, which is susceptible to failure, we recommend …

2016 Weed Control Recommendations For Kentucky Grain Crops, James R. Martin, Jonathan D. Green

Agriculture and Natural Resources Publications

The use of herbicides suggested in this publication is based on research at the Kentucky Agricultural Experiment Station and elsewhere. We have given what we believe to be the most effective herbicides, with the most suitable rates and times of application. Use of trade or brand names in this publication does not imply approval of the product to the exclusion of others which may be of similar or suitable composition.

Vegetable Production Guide For Commercial Growers, 2016-17, Shubin Saha, Emily Pfeufer, Ricardo Bessin, Shawn Wright, John Strang

Agriculture and Natural Resources Publications

Successful vegetable production generally requires the grower to make daily decisions regarding pest management, irrigation, and cultural practices. Would-be growers unwilling to make serious investments of time (and money) should not attempt to expand beyond a space at the farmers’ market. It is important for vegetable growers to have a market outlet for their product before they choose to start production. Good marketing plans start with the customer and work backward to production. Potential growers should first determine exactly what buyers want, how they want it, and when they want it. They then must determine how these crops should be …

Cave Talk, November 2015, Robert A. Holt

Cave Talk

Contents: 1965 - Celebrating our 50th Year - 2015 -- a Message from our New President Patty Perlaky -- 4th Grader Apologizes to Black Chasm Cavern -- Generations: a Garden Kaleidoscope at Mark Twain Cave -- Speleotherapy Or Natural Cave Therapy -- NCA Buyers Group -- Tennessee Gift Shows -- 2015 Convention Attendee Survey Results -- WNS Report -- Pumpkin Fix at Luray Fudge Company -- Microsoft's Rms P-O-S System -- NCA Insurance Column - NCA Members’ Resource for Insurance Information, News, Education -- a Thank You Note -- Calendar of Events

Facilitating Increased Treatment Adherence In Adult Mental Health Patients, Elizabeth Lavezzi

The University Honors Program

Treatment adherence rates are low among adult mental health patients. The purpose of this project is to utilize current literature regarding treatment adherence in adult mental health patients in order to identify nursing interventions to address treatment adherence and to create an educational presentation for mental health nurses regarding these interventions. The educational presentation will be created and presented to local mental health nurses in the Miami Valley, and a poster will be produced as a reference.

Use Of Modeling And Simulation In The Design And Conduct Of Pediatric Clinical Trials And The Optimization Of Individualized Dosing Regimens, Chris Stockmann, J. S. Barrett, Jessica K. Roberts, Catherine M.T. Sherwin

Pediatrics Faculty Publications

Mathematical models of drug action and disease progression can inform pediatric pharmacotherapy. In this tutorial, we explore the key issues that differentiate pediatric from adult pharmacokinetic (PK) / pharmacodynamic (PD) studies, describe methods to calculate the number of participants to be enrolled and the optimal times at which blood samples should be collected, and therapeutic drug monitoring methods for individualizing pharmacotherapy. The development of pediatric‐specific drug dosing dashboards is also highlighted, with an emphasis on clinical‐relevance and ease of use.

Discussing Serious Illness, Kelly A. Rabah

Obstetrics and Gynecology Faculty Publications

Objectives:

• Physicians will be able to describe and discuss the 5 times communication about serious illness is most likely to occur.

• Physicians will be able to list the criteria required to optimize delivery and outcomes of a patient/family meeting

• Physicians will participate in a clinical role play family meeting where difficult news is shared and explained in an OSCE Format. Feedback by Peers and Preceptor will be given.

• Physicians will be able to discuss proper documentation of pt./family communication, pt. decline, and supervision provided as well as the importance of continuous communication between the resident and …

The Effect Of Teachers’ Qualification On Children’S Learning Outcome In Early Childhood Education In Northern Uganda, Brenda Apeta

Master of Education

This study examined the effect of teachers’ qualification on the children’s learning outcome in nursery schools in Northern Uganda. Twenty lessons were observed from five teachers in two rural nursery schools. The findings indicated that three of the teachers were of low qualifications while the remaining two had no qualifications in ECD. The teachers’ low qualification or the lack of it, affected children’s learning outcome in such a way that the untrained teachers to a greater extent used classroom practices that encouraged rote learning as compared to the qualified teachers. The teachers’ perception on how their qualification shaped their classroom …

Student Leadership Preparation In Secondary Schools: A Case Study In Siaya County, Kenya, Leonard Onyango Wambiya

Master of Education

Preparation of student leaders for their roles has been found to be important for effective linkage of the student population with staff and administration as a way of incorporating ‘student voice’ in secondary school administration. This study was prompted by the persistent violent student unrests in secondary schools in Kenya, which have been blamed on lack of student involvement in school governance. It is argued that leadership can be learnt and that specific strategies can be used by individuals and groups to enhance the leadership skills of student leaders for them to participate effectively in leadership in schools. Using qualitative …

Penggunaan Air Banjir Ketika Bencana Banjir: Kajian Menurut Perspektif Halal Haram, A.W. Habibah, M.S. Nurhidayah, R. Mohd Anuar

Research Publications (2011 to 2015)

No abstract provided.

Potensi Pembangunan Industri Peranti Perubatan Halal Terhadap Penjanaan Sektor Pelancongan Perubatan Halal Di Malaysia, Z. Nur Farhani, R. Mohd Anuar, S.M.S Shaikh Mohd Saifuddeen

Research Publications (2011 to 2015)

No abstract provided.

Comparative Study Of Antioxidant Activity In In Vivo And In Vitro Samples Of Purple Greater Yarn (Dioscorea Alata L), A. Sakinah, M.T. Rosna

Research Publications (2011 to 2015)

Antioxidants are compounds that protect cells against the damaging effects of reactive oxygen species such as singlet oxygen, superoxide, peroxyl radicals, and peroxy nitrite which result in oxidative stress leading to cellular damage. Natural antioxidant are in high demand because of their potential in health promotion and disease prevention and their improved safety and consumer acceptability. Plants are rich sources of natural antioxidant. Dioscorea a/ata L. known as "ubi badak" in Malaysia were well known for their antioxidant content but this plant was seasonal. Thus, tissue culture technique was used to mass propagate this plant. In the present work, a …

Evaluating Equations Estimating Change In Swine Feed Intake During Heat And Cold Stress, R. R. White, P. S. Miller, M. D. Hanigan

Department of Animal Science: Faculty Publications

The objectives of this study were to evaluate heat stress feed intake models for growing swine using a data set assembled from the literature and to develop a series of new equations modeling the influence of the thermal environment and interactions between the thermal environmental and other factors on feed intake. A literature survey was conducted to identify studies assessing intake responses to temperature. The resulting data set comprised 35 studies containing 120 comparisons to thermoneutral intake. Intake as a fraction of thermoneutral intake (FFI) was the primary response variable, where a value of 1 represented no change from thermoneutral …

Bulletin Ninth District Ny November 2015

Bulletin of the Ninth District Dental Association

The Bulletin of the Ninth District Dental Association is published four times annually in the months of March, May, September and November. It is distributed to all Association members from the counties of Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland and Westchester in the state of New York.

The Bulletin keeps our members up-to-date on NDDA activities as well as on a variety of topics important to the profession.

An Introduction To Universal Design For Learning In Higher Education For Instruction Librarians, Emilia R. Marcyk

LOEX Quarterly

No abstract provided.