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Bio-Inspired Polymers As Models For Determination Of Non-Covalent Structure/Binding Interactions With Amyloid Β Peptides, Gliadin, And Bovine Γ-Crystallin, Ashleigh Bristol

Dissertations

This dissertation focuses on the development of bio-inspired polymers as models to evaluate binding modes with various proteins through specific design of pendent functionality. Genetic variances can result in abnormal protein behavior in the body, such as aggregation events or mislabeling as an antigen, where polymer/protein complexation can provide insight into protein stability and potential therapeutic approaches. Polymer/protein interactions on the molecular level can occur through various modes, such as hydrogen bonding, electrostatic binding, and hydrophobic interactions. Polymers of different architectures containing acrylamido backbone structures were utilized to study structure/binding interactions in vitro, with the goal of advancing knowledge in …

Removing Embedded Corruption: Development Mechanisms And Case Studies In East Africa For Ending Graft, Keith Newcomer

Dissertations

Removing embedded corruption depends on 12 state characteristics and mechanisms that reduce patronage network influence and protection. This reduction cannot happen swiftly and requires staged and strategic planning to prevent state collapse, and generally prioritizes petty corruption shifts before grand corruption. Two foundational characteristics are necessary for nations to enact serious reforms: the existence of a core anti-corruption ideology group that controls the government, and political will to enforce said ideology at the state level. Without these two, anti-corruption efforts are half-hearted and ineffective and leads to state perpetuation of graft. This core group and leadership is responsible to enact …

From Carver To Carter: The Political Economy Of Peanut Cultivation In The South, 1945-1976, Hayden Noel Mcdaniel

Dissertations

This dissertation focuses on the creation of a robust peanut industry in the South during the twentieth century, tracing its growth from a minor, local subsistence commodity to an agribusiness contributing to mass consumption. This study argues that local groups, constituents of peanut producing regions, and their representation in Congress worked together to establish a national peanut culture. Because peanuts’ rise in importance happened nearly simultaneously with the escalation of federal agricultural policies, studying peanuts rather than other traditional crops best demonstrates the interconnected relationship between federal policy and agricultural politics in the South.

¡Basta! ¡Esto Es Real Y Tu Voz Es Más Importante!, Lauren Abbott

Honors Projects in Modern Languages

Esta tesis trata sobre el impacto del asalto sexual en los estudiantes mientras estudian en el extranjero. Para hacer esta tasa, la tesis analiza los diversos factores que ponen a los estudiantes en riesgo de asalto sexual y sus diversos mecanismos para hacer frente al asalto. Tener una comprensión de estos factores y efectos, puede ofrecer una idea de cómo las universidades pueden cambiar sus políticas para proyectar mejor a los futuros estudiantes que estudien en el extranjero. La mayoría de esta tesis se realizó a través de una serie de investigaciones no tradicionales. Esto incluyó entrevistar a estudiantes reales …

London Moves East: How The Olympics Impacts Host Communities, Aaron Bonsu

Honors Projects in English and Cultural Studies

While the Olympics desire to remake its host communities through economic and housing reform to the benefit of local people, its housing legacy does not adequately serve the intended communities. By using a case study approach, the London 2012 Olympic Games was analyzed through a provisional codebook created based off of academic research on the concept of legacy and the Olympics. In this analysis, the London 2012 Games were found as not serving the needs of the local population. While there is a strong commitment to creating a tangible, impactful legacy, a lack of government focus on delivering public goods …

Decomposing The Hamiltonian Of Quantum Circuits Using Machine Learning, Jordan Burns, Yih Sung, Colby Wight

Physics Capstone Projects

Quantum computing is one of the most promising techniques for simulating physical systems that cannot be simulated on classical computers[1]. A significant drawback of this approach is the inherent difficulty in designing circuits that can represent these systems on quantum computers. Every quantum circuit is built out of small components called quantum gates. Each of these gates manipulate the quantum system in a specific way. When used in combination, a finite subset of these gates, the set of universal gates, can be used to construct any possible quantum circuit[2].

Community Engagement E-News - December 2019, Parkland College

Service Learning Newsletter

No abstract provided.

Totally Robotic Vs Hybrid Abdominoperineal Resection: A Retrospective Multicenter Analysis, Jonathan Douissard, Vincent Obias, Craig S. Johnson, Monika E. Hagen, Deborah Keller, James R. Ouellette, Minia Hellan

Department of Surgery Faculty Publications

Introduction

Laparoscopic abdominoperineal resection (APR) for low rectal cancers is technically demanding. Robotic assistance may be of help and can be hybrid (HAPR) or totally robotic (RAPR). The present study describes outcomes of robotic APR and compares both approaches.

Material and methods

A multicentric retrospective analysis of rectal cancer patients undergoing either HAPR or RAPR was conducted. Patients' demographics, surgeons' experience, oncologic results, and intraoperative and postoperative outcomes were collected.

Results

One hundred twenty‐five patients were included, 48 in HAPR group and 77 in RAPR group. Demographics and comorbidities were comparable. Operative time was reduced in RAPR group (266.9 ± …

First 'Highly Cited Researcher’ In Singapore In The Field Of Economics And Business, Singapore Management University

SMU Press Releases and News

Singapore Management University’s (SMU) business school dean, Professor Gerard George, has been globally recognised as a ‘Highly Cited Researcher’ in the field of Economics and Business in 2019. Professor George, who is Lee Kong Chian Chair Professor of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and Dean of SMU’s Lee Kong Chian School of Business, is the first business professor in Singapore to have received this accolade which recognises the significant and global impact of his research in academia.

The Pulse: College Of Health Sciences E-Newsletter, Irvin B. Harrell (Editor)

Ellmer College of Health Sciences Newsletters

Special Holiday Edition December 2019 issue of Old Dominion University's College of Health Sciences Newsletter.

December 2019 Treasurer's Report, Jessica Ireland

NASIG Newsletter

No abstract provided.

Guide To The Barat College Blueprint Collection, Rosalie Clifton Hill

Special Collections

This collection contains blueprints of the Sacred Heart Academy and Barat College ("Old Main") building, the Barat Gymnasium and Theatre building, and the Barat College Dormitory.

Finding Aids are tools used to aid research by describing the materials in a collection. Special Collections Finding Aids include historical and/or biographical information along with a description of the collection and a folder listing of the content.

To view this collection please email University Archives and Special Collections staff at [email protected].

Madison Price Family History, Madison Price

Your Family in History: HIST 550/700

Madison L. Price authored this family history as part of the course requirements for HIST 550/700 Your Family in History offered online in Fall 2019 and was submitted to the Pittsburg State University Digital Commons. Please contact the author directly with any questions or comments: [email protected]

Prior Art In The District Court, Stephen Yelderman

Notre Dame Law Review

This Article is an empirical study of the evidence district courts rely upon when invalidating patents. To construct our dataset, we collected every district court ruling, verdict form, and opinion (whether reported or unreported) invalidating a patent claim over a six-and-a-half-year period. We then coded individual invalidity rulings based on the prior art supporting the court’s decision, observing 3320 invalidation events relying on 817 distinct prior art references.

The nature of the prior art relied upon to invalidate patents is relevant to two distinct sets of policy questions. First, this data sheds light on the value of district court litigation …

Cpc Update, Lisa Sheets Baricella, Siôn Romaine

NASIG Newsletter

No abstract provided.

Companion Dog Acquisition And Mental Well-Being: A Community-Based Three-Arm Controlled Study, Lauren Powell, Kate M. Edwards, Paul D. Mcgreevy, Adrian Bauman, Anthony L. Podberscek, Brendon Neilly, Catherine Sherrington, Emmanuel Stamatakis

Human-Animal Relationships Collection

Background

Dog ownership is suggested to improve mental well-being, although empirical evidence among community dog owners is limited. This study examined changes in human mental well-being following dog acquisition, including four measures: loneliness, positive and negative affect, and psychological distress.

Methods

We conducted an eight-month controlled study involving three groups (n = 71): 17 acquired a dog within 1 month of baseline (dog acquisition); 29 delayed dog acquisition until study completion (lagged control); and 25 had no intentions of acquiring a dog (community control). All participants completed the UCLA Loneliness Scale (possible scores 0–60), Positive and Negative Affect Schedule …

Evaluation Of Antibacterial Activities For Three Commonly Used Antibiotics Produced By Different Manufactures On Female Urinary Tract Infection Uropathogens In Kalar City., Mohammed H. Fatah

Polytechnic Journal

Health professional staff often claims information about trying to differentiate the used antibiotics based on the manufacturers that produce the drug, which may lead to a differentiation in the prescribing of the antibiotics by a physician. Numerous antibiotics produced by different manufactures, under different brands names are available in pharmacies for urinary tract infection (UTI) treatment; this study proceeds to find out and evaluates antibacterial activities of three most used antibiotics, produced by different antibiotic producers on uropathogens in Kalar city. Kirby–Bauer disk diffusion method is employed to assess antibacterial effectiveness of Amikacin (Ak), Levoflaxocilin (Lv) and Nitrofuratoin (Nr) against …

The Prevalence And Relationship Between Helicobacter Pylori Infection And Obesity In The Kurdish Population, Zjwan Housein, Goran Qader Othman, Hawro Dlawar Ismael, Beriwan Abdulqadir Ali

Polytechnic Journal

Background: Globally obesity is a common health condition. A great number of investigators have been studying the association between Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection and obesity. It’s also known that H. pylori causes inflammation within the mucosa of the stomach which is known as gastritis. However, due to the arguable data in the literature, the relationship between H. Pylori and obesity remains debatable and there is no comprehensive proof for the association. Objective: To study the Prevalence and Relationship between Helicobacter pylori infection and Obesity. Methods: In this study 200 subjects were contributed, including 100 positive patients tested with H.pylori …

Performance Evaluation And Water Quality Index Analysis For Qandil Water Treatment Plant, Shuokr Q. Aziz, Imad Omar

Polytechnic Journal

Water treatment plant (WTP) is essential for supplying water with the accepted quality to the consumer. There is a necessity to evaluate the performance of WTP for proper treatment of raw water. The present study aimed to evaluate the performance of Qandil WTP units, Erbil City, Iraq. For assessment the WTP units, water samples were collected from raw water, after clarification, after filtration, and storage tank. Removal efficiencies for the clarifiers, filtration unit, storage tank, and the whole WTP were calculated and presented. Obtained removal efficiencies for the sedimentation unit, filtration unit, after disinfection, and the entire Qandil WTP were …

A Transfer Students Guide To Becoming A Pca, Zack J. Krueger

Agricultural Education and Communication

A transfer students guide to becoming a PCA through the AGED department as opposed to AEPS. Agricultural science majors. Classes shown and listed cooperate with the California Department of Pesticide Regulations required course list necessary to take the Pest Control Advisers exam.

Cowgirl's Night Out, Meredith L. Raynor

Agricultural Education and Communication

In order to showcase the wild and wonderful world of rodeo fashion, a western fashion and lifestyle event will be produced on the Cal Poly campus. In conjunction with the Miss Cal Poly Royal Queen Scholarship contest, the "Cowgirl's Night Out" event will aptly show the rodeo and western fashion of the San Luis Obispo community. With the aid of the Cal Poly Rodeo Team, Poly Royal apparel sponsors, local boutiques and fashion creators, western fashion will be put on the main stage.

Similar to the Miss Rodeo America fashion show, sponsors and creators of western fashion will have an …

Heavy Metal Dissolution Mechanisms From Electrical Industrial Sludge, Viraj Gunarathne, Anushka Upamali Rajapaksha, Meththika Vithanage, Nadeesh Adassooriya, Asitha Cooray, Sudantha Liyanage, Bandunee Athapattu, Nishanta Rajakaruna, Avanthi Deshani Igalavithana, Deyi Hou, Daniel S. Alessi, Yong Sik Ok

Biological Sciences

In this paper, we investigate the release of heavy metals from sludge produced from an electrical industry using both organic and inorganic acids. Single and sequential extractions were conducted to assess heavy metals in different phases of the sludge. Metal release from sludge was investigated in the presence of three inorganic acids (nitric, sulfuric, and phosphoric) and three organic acids (acetic, malic, and citric) at concentrations ranging from 0.1 to 2.0 mol L−1. Sequential extraction indicated the presence of Cu primarily in the carbonate fraction, Pb in the residual fraction, and Ni in the FeMn oxide fraction. The cumulative release …

December 2019 School Of Education Doctoral Hooding Ceremony Alumni Speaker Remarks, Shawn P. Calhoun

School of Education Faculty Research

No abstract provided.

Regulating Bite Mark Evidence: Lesbian Vampires And Other Myths Of Forensic Odontology, Jennifer D. Oliva, Valena E. Beety

Washington Law Review

This is the third piece in a trilogy that examines and evaluates the standards that American courts apply to admit forensic “science” evidence proffered by prosecutors in criminal trials. The first two articles in the trilogy expose the criminal courts’ on-going practice of admitting false forensic evidence that is virtually always excluded in civil cases. They also advance a panoply of procedural and evidentiary solutions aimed at reforming this legally unviable discrepancy. Those solutions are court-centric insofar as they advocate for, among other things, open and early criminal discovery, pre-trial Daubert hearings to challenge evidence and experts, and court-appointment of …

Isu Today- December 6, 2019, Indiana State University, Communications And Marketing

University Announcements - ISU Today

No abstract provided.

Isu Today- December 20, 2019, Indiana State University, Communications And Marketing

University Announcements - ISU Today

No abstract provided.

Evaluating Flat Tax Theory: A Conceptual Framework, James N. Mohs

Accounting Faculty Publications

Tax receipts form one of the key tools of current macroeconomic fiscal policy. As governments are forced to increase spending levels satisfy their respective social, political or economic goals, they are consequently are forced to review new or additional sources of tax review. Government officials and political candidates theorize that new expensive programs can be paid for by increased taxes. A flat tax system has also been theorized to be an equitable solution to satisfy the increased tax revenue requirements. This paper reviews in general terms the current progressive tax system as well as a regressive flat tax system. This …

How To Play A Poem By Don Bialostosky, Jayme Stayer

English: Faculty Publications and Other Works

Don Bialostosky has long been admired as a writer of dense texts aimed at theory-minded academics and addressing Bakhtin and rhetoric. With How to Play a Poem, Bialostosky plays to a different audience, positioning himself as “something of a popular entertainer,” to use T. S. Eliot’s improbable self-description in the wake of The Waste Land. Aimed not at theoreticians but average teachers of poetry, Bialostosky’s text attempts to make Bakhtin accessible for the college and high school classroom. For my own audience here, I offer a conflict-of-interest disclosure: Bialostosky directed my dissertation over twenty-five years ago, but there is little …

Annual Report 2019, University Libraries

Annual Reports & Newsletters

No abstract provided.

Multidrug Resistance Regulators Mara, Soxs, Rob, And Rama Repress Flagellar Gene Expression And Motility In Salmonella Enterica Serovar Typhimurium, Srinivas Thota, Lon Chubiz

Biology Department Faculty Works

Production of flagella is costly and subject to global multilayered regulation, which is reflected in the hierarchical control of flagellar production in many bacterial species. For Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium and its relatives, global regulation of flagellar production primarily occurs through the control of flhDC transcription and mRNA translation. In this study, the roles of the homologous multidrug resistance regulators MarA, SoxS, Rob, and RamA (constituting the mar-sox-rob regulon in S. Typhimurium) in regulating flagellar gene expression were explored. Each of these regulators was found to inhibit flagellar gene expression, production of flagella, and motility. To different degrees, repression via …