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Minding The Gap In Domestic Violence Legislation: Should States Adopt Course Of Conduct Laws?, Teresa Manring

Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology

In the United States, there is a gap between the way that sociologists, psychologists, legal scholars, and advocates define domestic violence and the way that criminal laws define domestic violence. Experts largely agree: domestic violence occurs when a partner exercises continuous power and control over the other. In this view, domestic violence occurs via a pattern of abusive behaviors that unfolds over time, and its manifestations include both physically-violent and emotionally-abusive behaviors. In contrast, criminal statutes throughout the United States continue to conceptualize domestic violence as single acts of physical violence or threats of physical violence. During the past several …

Assessing Changes In The Epidemiology Of Cutaneous Leishmaniasis In Southwest Colombia Following The Peace Accord With Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias De Colombia (Farc), Matthew Stephen Benczkowski

Public Health Theses

The Colombian Conflict persisted for over 50 years, recently coming to an end in November 2016 after the signing of Colombia’s Peace Agreement between the government and FARC guerrilla group. Internal armed conflict is often entangled with the exacerbation of health outcomes, including promoting the spread of infectious diseases like cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL). CL is a vector-borne parasitic disease localized to the human tegument that decreases quality of life through lesions leading to scars and associated stigmatization. This study assessed changes in demographic and clinical characteristics of patients with CL in Southwest Colombia before and after the signing of the …

Too Fast, Too Furious: Slaughterhouse Line Speeds In The Era Of Covid-19, Zoe Novic

Public Health Theses

Since 1998, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has allowed meat companies to increase slaughter line speeds in order to increase production of meat and poultry. The USDA grants approvals known as “line speed waivers” that bypass the requirements of current speed and inspection regulations. During the Covid-19 pandemic, slaughterhouses became epicenters of Covid-19 outbreaks, which called into question safety regulations established at these facilities. The USDA continued to grant line speed waivers despite evidence that faster line speeds result in increased worker injuries, animal welfare violations, environmental protection violations, food safety violations, and higher risk of Covid-19.

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Vol. 24, No. 2: Full Issue, Water Law Review

Water Law Review

No abstract provided.

Modeling Long-Term Intentions And Narratives In Autonomous Agents, C. Kronsted, Z. Neemeh, S. Kugele, S. Franklin

CCRG Papers

No abstract provided.

Learning In Lida, S. Kugele, S. Franklin

CCRG Papers

No abstract provided.

Economic Regulation And Rural America, Ann M. Eisenberg

Faculty Publications

Rural America today is at a crossroads. Widespread socioeconomic decline outside cities has fueled the idea that rural communities have been “left behind.” The question is whether these “left behind” localities should be allowed to dwindle out of existence, or whether intervention to attempt rural revitalization is warranted. Many advocate non-intervention because rural lifestyles are inefficient to sustain. Others argue that, even if the nation wanted to help, it lacks the law and policy tools to redirect rural America’s course effectively.

This Article argues that we do have the law and policy tools necessary to address rural socioeconomic marginalization, and …

The Bounds Of Energy Law, Shelley Welton

Faculty Publications

U.S. energy law was born of fossil fuels. Consequently, our energy law has long centered on the material and legal puzzles that bringing fossil fuels to market presents. Eliminating these same carbon-producing energy sources, however, has emerged as perhaps the most pressing material transformation needed in the twenty-first century—and one that energy law scholarship has rightfully embraced. Yet in our admirable quest to aid in this transformation, energy law scholars are largely writing into the field bequeathed to us, proposing changes that tweak, but do not fundamentally challenge, last century’s tools for managing the extraction, transport, and delivery of fossil …

Feedback Control Of Fed-Batch Cultures Using Raman Spectroscopy For Metabolite Estimation, Brian Hadley

Master's Theses and Capstones

The monitoring and control of mammalian cell culture processes are critical for the safe and cost-effective development of biotherapeutics in drug development. Current control using off line sampling is infrequent and can miss important metabolic shifts which can impact product quality and consistency. Raman spectroscopy can provide in-line monitoring of multiple metabolites and critical process parameters to allow automation and process improvements. In this research a generic model was developed for monitoring multiple cell lines with a platform Chinese hamster ovary (CHO) cell process. Parameter estimation was then used for the implementation of feedback control. Two nutrient feeds were added …

Put Even More Women And Minorities In Charge, Peter H. Huang

South Carolina Journal of International Law and Business

No abstract provided.

Kawaii Revolution: Understanding The Japanese Aesthetics Of “Cuteness” Through Lolita And Madoka Magica, Skye Jones, Lex Lancaster

University of South Carolina Upstate Student Research Journal

Kawaii (可愛い) is a Japanese term that loosely translates to “cute,” but more significantly refers to a culture of cuteness in postwar Japan. Kawaii calls to mind big-eyed baby animals and pastel colors, but these visual qualities also embody a radical worldview cultivated by Japanese girls. In this paper, I investigate the visual culture of kawaii through two of its manifestations in fashion and animation, using the scholarship on kawaii in Japan and critical theory to argue that kawaii is a revolutionary aesthetics of vulnerability. The excessive femininity, emotional expression, and idealism of kawaii culture defy the Japanese culture of …

Psy 3905 : Neuroscience Research Methods, Psychology

Approved Course Proposals

No abstract provided.

Treatment Of Sars-Cov-2 Pneumonia With Favipiravir: Early Results From The Egeuniversity Cohort, Turkey, Hüseyi̇n Aytaç Erdem, Pervi̇n Korkmaz Ekren, Derya Çağlayan, Meltem Taşbakan, Tansu Yamazhan, Mehmet Sezai̇ Taşbakan, Abdullah Sayiner, Ayşe Deni̇z Gökengi̇n

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: The aim of this descriptive article is to share the experience in Ege University, Turkey with favipiravir in the treatment of severe SARS-CoV-2 pneumonia. Materials and methods: This retrospective descriptive study included patients diagnosed with COVID-19 who presented with or developed severe pneumonia. Results: Forty patients who completed a full course (at least 5 days) of favipiravir were included in the study. At baseline, 30 (75%) patients required treatment for respiratory distress. Thirty-three patients (82.5%) were discharged from the hospital with full recovery, 6 patients (15%) died and 1 case (2.5%) was still at the intensive care unit (ICU) …

Clinical And Molecular Findings In 37 Turkish Patients With Isolated Methylmalonic Acidemia, Berna Şeker Yilmaz, Deni̇z Kör, Fatma Derya Bulut, Sebi̇le Kilavuz, Serdar Ceylaner, Hali̇se Nesli̇han Önenli̇ Mungan

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Isolated methylmalonic acidemia (MMA) is caused by complete or partial deficiency of the enzyme methylmalonylCoA mutase (mut0 or mut- enzymatic subtype), a defect of its cofactor adenosyl-cobalamin (cblA, cblB, or cblD-MMA), or deficiency of the enzyme methylmalonyl-CoA epimerase. While onset of the disease ranges from the neonatal period to adulthood, most cases present with lethargy, vomiting and ketoacidosis in the early infancy. Major secondary complications are; growth failure, developmental delay, interstitial nephritis with progressive renal failure, basal ganglia injury and cardiomyopathy. We aimed to demonstrate clinical and molecular findings based on long-term follow up in our patient cohort. Materials …

The Effects Of Water Immersion And Epidural Analgesia On Cellular Immune Response,Neuroendocrine, And Oxidative Markers, Özlem Uzunlar, Ümi̇t Yasemi̇n Sert Di̇nç, Nezaket Kadioğlu, Tuba Çandar, Yaprak Üstün

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Water immersion and epidural analgesia are the most preferred pain relief methods during the labor process. Adverse effects related to these methods, impact on the labor, and perception of pain is well studied in the literature. We aimed to investigate the cord blood level of copeptin, total serum oxidant (TOS), antioxidant (TAS), interleukin (IL)-1, IL-6, and oxytocin after the labor with water immersion, epidural analgesia, and vaginal birth without pain relief. Materials and methods: The study was conducted with 102 healthy pregnant women admitted to the obstetric delivery unit for noncomplicated term birth. Copeptin, oxytocin, TAS, TOS, IL-1, and …

Genistein Suppresses The Inflammation And Gsk-3 Pathway In An Animal Model Ofspontaneous Ovarian Cancer, Füsun Erten, Engi̇n Yeni̇ce, Cemal Orhan, Beşi̇r Er, Pinar Demi̇rel Öner, Patrick Brice Defo Deeh, Kazi̇m Şahi̇n

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Numerous studies show that cancer risk is reduced by consumption of soy-based foods containing genistein, but its effects on the glycogen synthase kinase-3 pathway (GSK-3) in ovarian cancer is unknown. Therefore, we tested the properties of genistein on inflammatory biomarkers and GSK-3 signaling pathways in the ovaries of old laying hens with ovarian cancer. Materials and methods: A total of 300 laying hens were distributed into three groups as follows: group 1, animals fed a standard diet (comprising 22.39 mg of genistein/kg of diet); groups 2 and 3, animals fed a standard diet reconstituted with supplementation of 400 mg …

Effect Of Betulinic Acid Administration On Tlr-9/Nf-Κb /Il-18 Levels In Experimentalliver Injury, Eda Dokumacioğlu, Hati̇ce İskender, Kübra Asena Teri̇m Kapaki̇n, Güler Yeni̇ce, Behzat Mokthare, İsmai̇l Bolat, Armağan Hayirli

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Acetaminophen (APAP), used in the composition of thousands of preparations, is the most commonly used analgesic and antipyretic drug. The present study aimed to investigate the potential protective effects of the betulinic acid (BA) treatment through an APAP-induced hepatotoxicity rat model, using inflammatory, biochemical, and histopathological parameters. Materials and methods: The study consisted of four groups: control group, APAP group, BA group, and APAP+BA group. Experimental studies continued for fifteen days. Serum samples were analysed for glucose, total cholesterol (TChol), triglyceride (TG), low density lipoprotein (LDL), high density lipoprotein (HDL), aspartate amino transferase (AST), malondialdehyde (MDA), toll-like receptor-9 (TLR-9), …

Protective Effects Of Anandamide Against Cisplatin-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy Inrats, Çi̇ğdem Çengelli̇ Ünel, Başak Ayaz, Şule Aydin, Emel Ulupinar, Orhan Özati̇k, Bi̇lgi̇n Kaygisiz, Engi̇n Yildirim, Kevser Erol

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Cisplatin (CIS) is an effective antineoplastic agent used in the treatment of several cancer types. Peripheral neuropathy is a major dose-limiting side-effect in CIS therapy. Cannabinoids may alleviate this painful side effect. This study investigated the analgesic effects of anandamide (AN) on CIS-induced peripheral neuropathy, in vitro effects of AN in CIS neurotoxicity, and the contribution of nitric oxide (NO) in this effect. Materials and methods: This is an experimental animal study. Primary dorsal root ganglion (DRG) cultures were prepared from oneday-old rats for in vitro investigations. DRG cells were incubated with CIS (100-300 μM), and AN (10, 50, …

Neuropeptide-S Affects Cognitive Impairment And Depression-Like Behavior On Mptpinduced Experimental Mouse Model Of Parkinson?S Disease, Ayşe Özkan, Mehmet Bülbül, Nari̇n Deri̇n, Osman Si̇nen, Güven Akçay, Hande Parlak, Mutay Aydin Aslan, Aysel Ağar

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: The present study proposes to investigate the effect of neuropeptide-S (NPS) on cognitive functions and depressionlike behavior of MPTP-induced experimental model of Parkinson's disease (PD). Materials and methods: Three-month-old C57BL/6 mice were randomly divided into three groups as; Control, Methyl-4-phenyl1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine (MPTP) and MPTP + NPS 0.1 nmol (received intraperitoneal injection of MPTP and intracerebroventricular injection of NPS, 0.1 nmol for seven days). The radial arm maze and pole tests were carried out, and the levels of tyrosine hydroxylase (TH) were determined using western blotting. A mass spectrometer was used to measure the levels of dopamine, glutamic acid, and glutamine. …

Dgt 1001 : Introduction To The Digital Media Technology Profession, Technology

Approved Course Proposals

No abstract provided.

Dgt 3013 : 2d Computer Animation, Technology

Approved Course Proposals

No abstract provided.

Memphis: A Short Historical Sketch, Circa 1950

Shelby County, Tennessee

A 14-page booklet titled "Memphis: A Short Historical Sketch with a Summary of Important Dates" published by the Publicity Department of the Memphis Chamber of Commerce, Memphis, Tennessee, circa 1950.

Prelude Magazine, Memphis, 1:09, 1963

Shelby County, Tennessee

Vol. 1, No. 9 of "Prelude: A Monthly Calendar of Events in Memphis", an arts magazine published in Memphis, Tennessee, in June 1963. Included on pages 24-25 are photographs of the Memphis State University production of "Orpheus and Euridice" and others. The issue also included a short story titled "One Morning" by Carroll Cloar on pages 30-31.

Memphis: Advantages, Resources And Opportunities It Offers To All Manufacturers And Distributors, 1921

Shelby County, Tennessee

A promotional booklet published by the Industrial Division of the Memphis Chamber of Commerce in 1921 titled "Memphis: Advantages, Resources and Opportunities it Offers to all Manufacturers and Distributors".

Stinktree No. 2, 1972

Shelby County, Tennessee

"Stinktree Number 2", a poetry journal published by Thomas Johnson in Memphis, Tennessee, in November 1972. Issues 1-3 were published in Memphis between 1972 and 1973 before moving to Ithaca, New York. No. 5 was the last issue.

Stinktree No. 3, 1973

Shelby County, Tennessee

"Stinktree Number 3", Out loud Issue, a poetry journal published by Thomas Johnson in Memphis, Tennessee, in July 1973. Issues 1-3 were published in Memphis between 1972 and 1973 before moving to Ithaca, New York. No. 5 was the last issue.

Art Work Of Memphis, Tennessee, 1912

Shelby County, Tennessee

"Art Work of Memphis, Tennessee, published in Nine Parts, The Gravure Illustration Company, 1912." Contains photographs of residences in Memphis, as well as public buildings and parks. The parts are in the page order as published. The collated text that was scattered through the parts is also available separately.

An Exploratory Factor Analysis Of The Collectivist Coping Styles Inventory Using An Adult American Indian Sample, Micah Louis Prairie Chicken

Theses and Dissertations

The present study examined the factors that emerged from the Collectivist Coping Styles (CCS) inventory using an exploratory factor analysis with an adult American Indian sample. The CCS inventory was originally developed using a sample of Taiwanese college students by an American-led research team and published in 2006. The CCS consists of 30 collectivist culture-specific coping items, among other indices (e.g., trauma resolution index). Coping has largely been theorized, and subsequently measured, from a White American individualist perspective. In response, a number of researchers with interests in non-White ways of being have begun broadening this area by examining coping from …

A Structured Approach To Skin And Soft Tissue Infections (Sstis) In An Ambulatory Setting, Benjamin Silverberg

Faculty & Staff Scholarship

The skin is the largest, and arguably, the most vulnerable organ in the human body. Scratches and scrapes, bites and puncture wounds, impetigo and erysipelas—all these disruptions can lead to pain, swelling, and/or systemic symptoms. In this article, which is based on the Infectious Diseases Society of America’s 2014 guidelines and the World Society of Emergency Surgery and Surgical Infection Society of Europe’s 2018 consensus statement, a structured approach to skin and soft tissue infections (SSTIs) is reviewed, comparing treatment for suppurative and non-suppurative infections, and then discussing specific conditions commonly seen in Primary Care and Urgent Care facilities.

The Creature In The Looking Glass: Miltonic Marriage And The Female Self In Breaking Dawn, Jay Wright

Undergraduate Research Awards

Near the close of Breaking Dawn, the final installment of Stephenie Meyer's Twilight saga, Edward asks his new wife Bella a question. “When will you ever see yourself clearly?” (Dawn 744). Bella has no answer for him. Edward's question and, more importantly, Bella's apparent inability to answer is symptomatic of a broader issue throughout Breaking Dawn, in which, even as Bella obtains all that she has desired, her sense of self begins to fracture. Breaking Dawn formalizes Bella’s union with Edward through a series of increasingly binding steps: first through legal marriage, then sexual intimacy and pregnancy, then through vampiric …