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Evaluating The Success Of Female Selected Sex-Sorted Semen At Western Kentucky University's Dairy Farm, Briley Loggan

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the use of female selected sex-sorted semen and to determine the association of variables on the success of Western Kentucky University’s Dairy Farm. Official breeding and calving records (n=144) were used to determine the relation of lactation number, breeding season, breeding number, breeding year and semen type on pregnancy results, sex of offspring, and the mortality of the offspring. Previous research has shown pregnancy results can be influenced by lactation number, breeding season, number of breedings and semen type. Results from this study show that pregnancy results were not associated with lactation …

Sensitivity Analyses For Tumor Growth Models, Ruchini Dilinika Mendis

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

This study consists of the sensitivity analysis for two previously developed tumor growth models: Gompertz model and quotient model. The two models are considered in both continuous and discrete time. In continuous time, model parameters are estimated using least-square method, while in discrete time, the partial-sum method is used. Moreover, frequentist and Bayesian methods are used to construct confidence intervals and credible intervals for the model parameters. We apply the Markov Chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) techniques with the Random Walk Metropolis algorithm with Non-informative Prior and the Delayed Rejection Adoptive Metropolis (DRAM) algorithm to construct parameters' posterior distributions and then …

Parent Perceptions Of A Novel Health Intervention For Neurodiverse Youth, Casey Hewett, Amanda Staiano, James Slavet, Chelsea Hendrick, Phillip Nauta, Adam Lowe, Pedro Calado, Linda Bandini, Aviva Must, Carol Curtin, Adam Barsela, Kaitlin Arsenault, April Bowling

Health Sciences Student Work

Background: Children with all types of disabilities are more likely to be inactive due to a variety of factors. Children with neurodevelopmental challenges such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and/or mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression face unique barriers to exercise, including increased demands on parenting resources. Thus there is a critical need for interventions understand parental perspectives and address such barriers in neurodiverse youth. The aim of this study was to explore parental perceptions of a novel exergaming and virtual health coaching intervention targeting neurodiverse youth, including barriers and facilitators of their children’s engagement, in order to …

The “Mindful Mcquade Initiative” Barriers To Using The Bikes In Mcquade Library, Robyn Lebowitz

Health Sciences Student Work

INRODUCTION: The mindful McQuade Initiative was created to bring mindful practices to Merrimack students, faculty, and staff One of the many activities the library offers as part of the Mindful McQuade Initiative is use of exercise bikes as study breaks. The purpose of this study is to examine the barriers to using the “Mindful McQuade” bikes in the McQuade library. METHODS: We recruited Merrimack students, faculty and staff to complete the study survey. Study investigators handed out flyers with details about the study and how to access the online survey as well as flyers posted to at a variety of …

Changes In Mitochondrial Protein Expression In Human Cd4 + T Cells During The Initiation And Progression Of Diabetes, Alanna Keady

Health Sciences Student Work

Introduction: Chronic sterile inflammation that underlies obesity can promote unhealthy cellular changes eventually leading to a decline in metabolic health and type-2 diabetes. Dysregulation of cellular processes during the initiation and progression of obesity can impair inflammatory homeostasis leading to a proinflammatory Th17 cytokine profile by CD4 + Tcells. Our ongoing research efforts are to understand the mechanistic link between the changes in a cellular housekeeping process known as autophagy and the regulation of Th17 cytokines in obese non diabetic and diabetic subjects. Methods: We assessed cellular protein expression and colocalization using immunoblotting, immunofluorescence, flow cytometry and ELISA assays. Results: …

Perspectives On Addressing Food Insecurity On College Campuses, Through Administrators Eyes: Best Practices And Challenges, Tashanna Brown

Health Sciences Student Work

Food security is a situation that exists when all people, at all times, have physical, social and economic access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food that meets their dietary needs and food preferences for an active and healthy life (Barrett, 2010). These foods also must meet dietary needs to help promote a healthy life (Barrett, 2010). Institutions such as Bunker Hill community college, California State University Long Beach, and multiple other colleges and Universities have taken steps to address food insecurity (FI) on campus. More information is required to determine how to address FI on campus. The purpose of the …

Views On The Apple Health Application From Future Health Science Professionals, Trent Talmadge

Health Sciences Student Work

Introduction: Fitness and wellness applications are now the norm that smartphones come with the applications pre-installed on the device. In 2016 and 2017 wearable fitness technology was rated as the top trend in health and wellness sectors (Bunn et al, 2018). More information is needed to improve the utilization of fitness tracking technology to create a bridge between health professionals having their clients use the applications and the people building the tech. Methods: Healthy students at least 18 years of age at Merrimack College (mostly in the School of Health Sciences) were asked to partake in an online survey. The …

The Effects Of Hip-Dominant Post-Activation Potentiation On Broad Jump Performance In Varsity Collegiate Football Players, Trevor Bradley-Dade

Health Sciences Student Work

(1) Introduction: The purpose of this study was to determine the acute effects of hipdominant eccentric post-activation potentiation (PAP) on broad jump distance, through the usage of dynamic (concentric) tempo and eccentric tempo conventional straight bar switch grip deadlifts. This study hypothesized that the experimental eccentric tempo deadlift protocol would result in greater improvements to broad jump performance than the experimental dynamic or control protocols. (2) Methods: Twenty-four varsity football players from Tufts University aged 18-22 years were recruited. Participants were assigned into three groups and cycled through one control protocol and two experimental protocols, over the course of three …

Prisons In The United States: A Need For Reform And Educational Rehabilitation, Amanda Alcox

Social Justice Student Work

The American criminal justice system holds almost 2.3 million people in 1,719 state prisons, 102 federal prisons, 1,852 juvenile correctional facilities, 3,163 local jails, and 80 Indian Country jails as well as in military prisons, immigration detention facilities, civil commitment centers, state psychiatric hospitals, and prisons in the U.S. territories. The United States has the highest incarceration rate in the world. Ex-convicts express that transitioning back into society, as well as finding employers willing to hire former inmates, is a difficult task. In this capstone, we will look at prison reform from the 1800s-to-today, we will determine which roles retributive …

Novel Roles Of Mechanistic Target Of Rapamycin Signaling In Regulating Fetal Growth, Madhulika B. Gupta, Thomas Jansson

Paediatrics Publications

Mechanistic target of rapamycin (mTOR) signaling functions as a central regulator of cellular metabolism, growth, and survival in response to hormones, growth factors, nutrients, energy, and stress signals. Mechanistic TOR is therefore critical for the growth of most fetal organs, and global mTOR deletion is embryonic lethal. This review discusses emerging evidence suggesting that mTOR signaling also has a role as a critical hub in the overall homeostatic control of fetal growth, adjusting the fetal growth trajectory according to the ability of the maternal supply line to support fetal growth. In the fetus, liver mTOR governs the secretion and phosphorylation …

Use Of Infant Vitamin D Supplementation Among Women Attending A Local Special Supplemental Nutrition Program For Women, Infants And Children (Wic), Sina Gallo Rd, Phd, Janine A. Rethy Md, Mph, Amara Channell Doig Mph, Jennifer Brady Bs, David Goodfriend Md, Mph

Virginia Journal of Public Health

Purpose: Breastfeeding without adequate vitamin D supplementation may predispose infants to vitamin D deficiency and rickets. The aim of this report was to determine the percent of women attending a local WIC program who met the infant vitamin D recommendation and to explore determinants of supplementation.

Methods: A cross-sectional de-identified survey was completed, via an online platform, by a sample of women attending two district clinics. The survey collected information concerning the respondent's youngest child on infant feeding at 3 months, vitamin D supplementation and knowledge. Meeting the vitamin D recommendation was defined as either receiving 400 IU daily through …

Nonsuicidal Self-Injury, Stress, And Self-Differentiation, Trevor J. Buser, Terry L. Pertuit, Daneilla L. Muller

Adultspan Journal

No abstract provided.

Ivy Leaves, Volume 94, Ivy Leaves Editorial Staff

Ivy Leaves

The 2019 edition of the Anderson University journal of art and literature, Ivy Leaves.

The names of the known editors for this issue of Ivy Leaves were Jacob Cavett, Caleb Flachman, Lucy Kirkpatrick, Logan Carrolll, Aleisse Buck, Alli Kennedy, Matthew Jarrett, Emma Morris, Jessica Jeter, Jayne Small, Lauren Swathwood, Megan Adams, Terra Baughn, Logan Chapman, Allie Thompson, Lizzie Todd, Austin Rusher, Blaire Bellaire, Ashley Stone, Teresa Jones, and Tim Speaker.

Intuitive Eating Promotes A Healthy Lifestyle, Krista Oezer

Classical Conversations

“Intuitive eating is a dynamic process integrating attunement of the mind, body, and food.” (Tribole and Resch 23). Essentially, intuitive eating is a way of life. By listening to inner, natural signals, intuitive eating integrates mind, body, and food for optimal health. Speaking from my own personal experience, intuitive eating truly does promote a healthy lifestyle. I don’t just know about intuitive eating; I live it. I want to share my knowledge and my experience with intuitive eating to those who have never heard of it. Although intuitive eating has gained popularity, especially among dieticians and nutritionists, it still remains …

Focus, 2019, Spring, Andrews University

Focus

FOCUS (ISSN 1077-9345) is published quarterly, free of charge, for alumni and friends of Andrews University, an institution owned and operated by the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Keynoter, April/May 2019, Boise State University Association Of Office Professionals

Boise State University Association of Office Professionals - Keynoter

President’s Message
AOP Purpose
BSUAOP Board
Importance of Membership
Tech Corner
IAEOP Conference
Professional Development Day
Focus on Members
University History
NAEOP Conference
Training Opportunities
BUILD Certificate
Budget, Website, Membership
Membership List
PSP Standards
Calendar of Events

Nebline, March 2019

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Emerald ash borer in Lancaster County: What to do now

Eat more dark-green veggies for St. Patrick’s Day and beyond

Recipe of the Month

Ag Estate Planning Workshop, March 5

Farmland Rent Meeting, March 14

Dicamba training, March 12

Early spring pest control for evergreen trees

Dropping like flies

Spring bird behaviors can be fascinating

2019 vegetable All-America Selections winners

Garden Guide Things to Do This Month

Addressing implicit bias

Upcoming early childhood trainings

Lincoln Early Childhood Conference

Heart of 4-H Volunteer Award: Lois Muhlbach

4-H Achievement Celebration

Pick-A-Pig club first meeting, March 17

Rabbit Show, April 27

4-H camps …

(Video) Latino Immigration And Chronic Disease: A Critical Analysis Of Socioeconomic And Psychological Mediators, Frances Anne Fernando

GW Research Days 2016 - 2020

A critical analysis of chronic disease among Latino immigrants demonstrates the interplay between the individual, socioeconomic, and pathophysiological mediators of disease. To identify the major factors involved, a conceptual framework was developed to explain the relationship between Latino immigration to the US and the manifestation of diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Mediating factors include: self-efficacy, stress, social support, access to healthcare, pathophysiological risk factors and the familial and cultural environment. As the Latino population is the fastest growing and largest minority group in America, increased support among the identified factors will target interventions with broad health and economic implications for the …

Associations Between Low-Calorie Sweetener Beverage Consumption And Diet Quality In Children And Adolescents, Yasaman Salahmand, Allison Sylvetsky Meni, Janet Welsh, Jean Figueroa

GW Research Days 2016 - 2020

This study aims to investigate the association between LCSB consumption and diet quality in children and adolescents, and to compare the diet quality of LCSB consumers with that of water consumers, consumers, or combined consumers of both LCSBs+SSBs. Dietary data collected from children and adolescents enrolled in The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2007-2016 were used to assess diet quality using the Healthy Eating Index (HEI-2015) total and subcomponent scores. Consumption of LCSBs or SSB+LCSBs does not appear to improve diet quality compared to water. These findings reinforce recommendations that SSBs should be replaced with water rather than …

Fasting Insulin, Glucose, And Hba1c Among Young Adults With Overweight And Obesity, Benjamin Shambon

GW Research Days 2016 - 2020

We compared fasting blood glucose, insulin, and hemoglobin A1c using baseline data collected from 460 young adults ages 18-35 enrolled in an ongoing randomized controlled clinical weight-loss trial. The goal was to determine differences within the subject pool for insulin insensitivity and pre-diabetes based on demographics. We further modeled both pancreatic beta cell function and insulin sensitivity using the homeostatic model assessment for insulin resistance (HOMA-IR).

Does Food Insecurity Predict Obesity And Educational Achievement: A Systematic Literature Review, Emily Youner, Ami Zota

GW Research Days 2016 - 2020

The objective of this study was to determine whether food availability predicts health outcomes among children in the U.S., such as obesity rates and academic performance. Though there was some inconsistency in the findings, based on the Navigation Guide methodology, we concluded that there is inadequate evidence of correlation between food insecurity and obesity rates, yet limited evidence of correlation between food insecurity and educational achievement. Given these findings, further research is warranted to inform policy action to mitigate the effects food insecurity.

Antioxidant And Antidiabetic Properties Of Chinese And Indian Bitter Melons (Momordica Charantia L.), Li Wang, Arvazena Clardy, Dafeng Hui, Aiwu Gao, Ying Wu

Biology Faculty Research

Bitter melon (Momordica charantia L.) has been used for anti-diabetes treatment for decades. Indian and Chinese bitter melons (BM) are two commonly produced cultivars in the US market. This study has comparatively evaluated the effects of two processing methods (fresh and freeze-drying) on Chinese and Indian BM by measuring their bioactivity in terms of total phenolic content (TPC), total triterpene content (TTC), antioxidant activity, and antidiabetic properties using the DPPH free radical scavenging and reducing power assays, and the α-amylase and α-glucosidase inhibition assays. The TPC (GAE mg/g dw) in freeze-dried BM were 6.03 and 6.09, and in fresh BM …

Pertinacity Spring Volume 5 Issue 10, Courteney L. Benjamin

Pertinacity

Pertinacity is a biannual magazine that features stories and reports on recent Korey Stringer Institute's initiatives.

Faculty Senate Minutes, April 1, 2019, Utah State University

Faculty Senate & Faculty Senate Executive Committee

• 2019-2020 Faculty Senate Calendar
• Budget and Faculty Welfare Annual Report
• Research and Graduate Studies Annual Report
• Library Discussion (Subscription Costs)
• Spring Break 2020 Calendar Update
• Koch Task Force Resolution

Breaking Down Barriers To Sustainable Eating At The University Of Dayton, Lauren Murray

Honors Theses

Sustainability is at the forefront in many conversations and innovations at the University of Dayton (UD), ranging from the Hanley Sustainability Institute to the Sustainability club. However, sustainability extends beyond water and energy conservation. In addition to these, students and faculty at UD can impact their carbon footprint through sustainable eating. The purpose of this research was to define sustainable eating, determine the carbon footprint of foods served in the UD dining halls, and develop and evaluate an educational intervention aimed at UD students within the Virginia West Kettering dining hall. The results of this research were considered in the …

Gw Nursing, Spring 2019, George Washington University, School Of Nursing

GW Nursing Magazine

No abstract provided.

Asia & Oceania Coverage, Human Rights Brief

Human Rights Brief Spring 2019 Regional Coverage

No abstract provided.

Elevating Communities Into Self-Sufficiency Through Federally-Funded Health Partnerships, Nalleli Martinez

Master's Projects and Capstones

Purpose: This qualitative study is to identify programing that encourages increased self-sufficiency in SNAP recipients. The goal was to identify themes related to successful self-sufficiency programming at federally-funded health centers/health programs (HCHPs). The study also investigated the role of social determinants of health in relation to achieving self-sufficiency.

Method: A series of 45-minute to 1-hour-long interviews were conducted to explore the perspectives of seven total staff at seven federally-funded HCHPs across the U.S. western region. Using Nvivo, a qualitative data analysis software, responses were categorized into six themes: patient-centered care, one-stop-shop/integrated care model, community partnerships, organizational and staff support, leadership …

2019 Empowering Aging Adults To Improve Health: An Evaluation Of Olivewood Gardens Cooking For Salud Program, Tessa Tinkler, Michelle Schneider

Seniors

The report, prepared by The Nonprofit Institute's Caster Family Center for Nonprofit & Philanthropic Research, documents the findings from a program evaluation of Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center's Cooking for Salud program which is an adult nutrition education program designed to support the health and well being of adults 55+ years in National City and San Diego's southeastern region.

Social-Emotional Intelligence (Ei), Graduates And The Workplace – A Study Of A Tailored Approach To Ei Competency Development For Final Year Engineering Students, Ailish Jameson

Dissertations

Previous research has demonstrated that higher social and emotional competence (EI) results in increased life and career success. To date, EI coaching programmes have been delivered in higher education and in the workplace and have demonstrated success in terms of increased EI competence, post intervention. However, to date no attempt has been made in an Irish context to design and deliver a tailored EI coaching programme, based on the stated needs of employers. This study aimed to address this gap in EI research. It was exploratory in nature with a mixed method design being employed. In Phase One, a survey …