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Artificial Intelligence For Classification Of Temporal Lobe Epilepsy With Roi-Level Mri Data: A Worldwide Enigma-Epilepsy Study, Ezequiel Gleichgerrcht, Brent C. Munsell, Saud Alhusaini, Marina K. M. Alvim, Núria Bargalló, Benjamin Bender, Andrea Bernasconi, Neda Bernasconi, Boris Bernhardt, Karen Blackmon, Maria E. Caligiuri, Fernando Cendes, Luis Concha, Patricia M. Desmond, Orrin Devinsky, Colin P. Doherty, Martin Domin, John S. Duncan, Niels K. Focke, Antonio Gambardella, Bo Gong, Renzo Guerrini, Sean N. Hatton, Reetta Kälviäinen, Simon S. Keller, Peter Kochunov, Raviteja Kotikalapudi, Barbara A. K. Kreilkamp, Angelo Labate, Soenke Langner, Sara Larivière, Matteo Lenge, Elaine Lui, Pascal Martin, Mario Mascalchi, Stefano Meletti, Terence J. O'Brien, Heath R. Pardoe, Jose C. Pariente, Jun Xian Rao, Mark P. Richardson, Raúl Rodríguez-Cruces, Theodor Rüber, Ben Sinclair, Hamid Soltanian-Zadeh, Dan J. Stein, Pasquale Striano, Peter N. Taylor, Rhys H. Thomas, Anna Elisabetta Vaudano, Lucy Vivash, Felix Von Podewills, Sjoerd B. Vos, Bernd Weber, Yi Yao, Clarissa Lin Yasuda, Junsong Zhang, Paul M. Thompson, Sanjay M. Sisodiya, Carrie R. Mcdonald, Leonardo Bonilha Jul 2021

Artificial Intelligence For Classification Of Temporal Lobe Epilepsy With Roi-Level Mri Data: A Worldwide Enigma-Epilepsy Study, Ezequiel Gleichgerrcht, Brent C. Munsell, Saud Alhusaini, Marina K. M. Alvim, Núria Bargalló, Benjamin Bender, Andrea Bernasconi, Neda Bernasconi, Boris Bernhardt, Karen Blackmon, Maria E. Caligiuri, Fernando Cendes, Luis Concha, Patricia M. Desmond, Orrin Devinsky, Colin P. Doherty, Martin Domin, John S. Duncan, Niels K. Focke, Antonio Gambardella, Bo Gong, Renzo Guerrini, Sean N. Hatton, Reetta Kälviäinen, Simon S. Keller, Peter Kochunov, Raviteja Kotikalapudi, Barbara A. K. Kreilkamp, Angelo Labate, Soenke Langner, Sara Larivière, Matteo Lenge, Elaine Lui, Pascal Martin, Mario Mascalchi, Stefano Meletti, Terence J. O'Brien, Heath R. Pardoe, Jose C. Pariente, Jun Xian Rao, Mark P. Richardson, Raúl Rodríguez-Cruces, Theodor Rüber, Ben Sinclair, Hamid Soltanian-Zadeh, Dan J. Stein, Pasquale Striano, Peter N. Taylor, Rhys H. Thomas, Anna Elisabetta Vaudano, Lucy Vivash, Felix Von Podewills, Sjoerd B. Vos, Bernd Weber, Yi Yao, Clarissa Lin Yasuda, Junsong Zhang, Paul M. Thompson, Sanjay M. Sisodiya, Carrie R. Mcdonald, Leonardo Bonilha

Diagnostic Radiology Articles

Artificial intelligence has recently gained popularity across different medical fields to aid in the detection of diseases based on pathology samples or medical imaging findings. Brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a key assessment tool for patients with temporal lobe epilepsy (TLE). The role of machine learning and artificial intelligence to increase detection of brain abnormalities in TLE remains inconclusive. We used support vector machine (SV) and deep learning (DL) models based on region of interest (ROI-based) structural (n = 336) and diffusion (n = 863) brain MRI data from patients with TLE with ("lesional") and without ("non-lesional") radiographic features …

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Acceptance Of Covid-19 Vaccine In Pakistan: A Nationwide Cross-Sectional Study, Mohammad Aadil Qamar, Omar Irfan, Rubaid A. Dhillon, Areesh Bhatti, Mir Ibrahim Sajid, Safia Awan, Wajiha Rizwan, Ali Bin Sarwar Zubairi, Zouina Sarfraz, Javaid Ahmed Khan Jul 2021

Acceptance Of Covid-19 Vaccine In Pakistan: A Nationwide Cross-Sectional Study, Mohammad Aadil Qamar, Omar Irfan, Rubaid A. Dhillon, Areesh Bhatti, Mir Ibrahim Sajid, Safia Awan, Wajiha Rizwan, Ali Bin Sarwar Zubairi, Zouina Sarfraz, Javaid Ahmed Khan

Department of Paediatrics and Child Health

Introduction: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccine is available across various countries worldwide, with public-private partnerships ensuring all individuals are vaccinated through a phased approach. Irrespective of the geographical spread, several myths pertaining to the COVID-19 vaccine have stemmed, ultimately limiting the national administration of vaccines and rollouts. This study assessed the acceptance of the COVID-19 vaccine among the general public in Pakistan.
Methods: A pre-validated questionnaire was administered from January 2021 to February 2021 to assess the public attitude and acceptance of the COVID-19 vaccine. Logistic regression analyses were run to identify factors associated with the acceptance among the …

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The Grassbank Concept: Potential Applications In China?, Wenjun Li, Lynn Huntsinger, Sally K. Fairfax Jul 2021

The Grassbank Concept: Potential Applications In China?, Wenjun Li, Lynn Huntsinger, Sally K. Fairfax

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

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Conserving Temperate Grasslands In Australia: Historical Constraints, Future Possibilities, Louise Gilfedder, Ian Lunt, John Morgan, Richard J. Williams Jul 2021

Conserving Temperate Grasslands In Australia: Historical Constraints, Future Possibilities, Louise Gilfedder, Ian Lunt, John Morgan, Richard J. Williams

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

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Private Ownership Of Grazing Land In Tropical Semi‐Arid Tract Spurs Community Action For Sustainable Management Of Grassland, Anil Kumar, B. K. Trivedi, S. Natarajan, Nagaratna Biradar Jul 2021

Private Ownership Of Grazing Land In Tropical Semi‐Arid Tract Spurs Community Action For Sustainable Management Of Grassland, Anil Kumar, B. K. Trivedi, S. Natarajan, Nagaratna Biradar

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

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Native Grasslands In Northwest Tasmania And The Role Of Forest Managers In Their Conservation And Management, Fred Duncan, Louise Gilfedder Jul 2021

Native Grasslands In Northwest Tasmania And The Role Of Forest Managers In Their Conservation And Management, Fred Duncan, Louise Gilfedder

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

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Enterprise Based Conservation — A Rangeland Conservation Concept For Australia, Daryl R. Green Jul 2021

Enterprise Based Conservation — A Rangeland Conservation Concept For Australia, Daryl R. Green

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

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Toxic Masculinity: An Outcome Of Colonialism And Its Effects On The Latinx/Chicanx Lgbtq+ Community, Monica Martinez Jul 2021

Toxic Masculinity: An Outcome Of Colonialism And Its Effects On The Latinx/Chicanx Lgbtq+ Community, Monica Martinez

McNair Research Journal SJSU

This research examines masculinity in the Latinx community within the U.S. Much of the theory behind masculinity involves discussing toxic masculinity and machismo. To do this, I look at film, poetry, and literature to discuss how toxic masculinity affects Queer Latinxs. Although this research focuses on fictional characters and the analysis of fictional works, these characters’ stories do not fall far from current LGBTQ+ Latinxs who may be experiencing the same issues. I examine La Mission, Mosquita y Mari, Gun Hill Road, “I am Joaquin,” “La Loca de la Raza Cosmica,” Rain God, and What Night …

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Ethnic Studies As A Vehicle Of Empowerment: Students Of Color And Their Educational Journey, Briana Anguiano Jul 2021

Ethnic Studies As A Vehicle Of Empowerment: Students Of Color And Their Educational Journey, Briana Anguiano

McNair Research Journal SJSU

Students from marginalized communities often enter classrooms where their cultural heritage is not reflected within the classroom. As a result of being in an environment where one’s culture and experiences are overlooked, students can become disengaged in the classroom. This project investigates the ways in which Ethnic Studies courses hold social promise to inspire better academic performance for high school students. Therefore, the goal of this study is to document, describe, analyze, and advocate for the implementation of ethnic studies scholarship into the California high school curricula. My literature review will ask and answer the following research question: To what …

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Full Issue Jul 2021

Full Issue

McNair Research Journal SJSU

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Interview With Harvey Raider, Althea Newman Jul 2021

Interview With Harvey Raider, Althea Newman

Humboldt in the Time of COVID - Digital Archive

In this text, RS student Althea Newman interviews her grandfather, Harvey Raider on his religious experiences throughout the Covid-19 pandemic. Topics covered include his time with Temple Beth El in Eureka, Judaism during the pandemic, isolation stressors, and hopefulness for the future.

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Improving Chinese Language Learning Through Collaborative Kahoot Mode, Hongmin Yu Jul 2021

Improving Chinese Language Learning Through Collaborative Kahoot Mode, Hongmin Yu

Chinese Language Teaching Methodology and Technology

This study used quantitative methods to assess students' Chinese language learning attitudes and learning habits on Kahoot, a game-based learning platform. Kahoot enables teachers to transform bland Chinese vocabulary memorization into exciting, game-like situations. It makes Chinese language learning fun and interactive. The study aims to compare Kahoot team play mode with individual play mode. Sixty-four fifth graders participated. In the experimental group, students grouped by themselves or teacher to compete with one another. They enjoyed working together to share what they knew and learned from each other. Students were tested prior to the course (pretest) and following the course …

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Study Of Cultivation And Domestication Allium Hirtifolium In Hamadan Provinces Rangeland, Iran, H. Jalili, G. H. Asadian, M. R. Sadeghimanesh, A. Mokhtariasl Jul 2021

Study Of Cultivation And Domestication Allium Hirtifolium In Hamadan Provinces Rangeland, Iran, H. Jalili, G. H. Asadian, M. R. Sadeghimanesh, A. Mokhtariasl

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

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Energetic Potential Of Co‐Fermented Substrate Of Plant And Animal Biomass, Lubomir Gonda Jul 2021

Energetic Potential Of Co‐Fermented Substrate Of Plant And Animal Biomass, Lubomir Gonda

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

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Health Of People And Land Through Sustainable Aboriginal Livelihoods In Rangeland Australia, Jocelyn Davies, Michael Laflamme, David Campbell Jul 2021

Health Of People And Land Through Sustainable Aboriginal Livelihoods In Rangeland Australia, Jocelyn Davies, Michael Laflamme, David Campbell

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

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Community Perceptions Concerning Key Ecological Resources At Risk In Baringo District, Kenya, Mark Mutinda, Abdillahi A. Aboud Jul 2021

Community Perceptions Concerning Key Ecological Resources At Risk In Baringo District, Kenya, Mark Mutinda, Abdillahi A. Aboud

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

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Promoting Sustainable Development In Pastoral Areas By Innovating Institutions Of Economic Organizations, Jingping Hu Jul 2021

Promoting Sustainable Development In Pastoral Areas By Innovating Institutions Of Economic Organizations, Jingping Hu

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

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Dynamical Variations Of The Global Covid-19 Pandemic Based On A Seicr Disease Model: A New Approach Of Yi Hua Jie Mu, Xia Wang, Gang Yin, Zengyun Hu, Daihai He, Qianqian Cui, Xiaomei Feng, Zhidong Teng, Qi Hu, Jiansen Li, Qiming Zhou Jul 2021

Dynamical Variations Of The Global Covid-19 Pandemic Based On A Seicr Disease Model: A New Approach Of Yi Hua Jie Mu, Xia Wang, Gang Yin, Zengyun Hu, Daihai He, Qianqian Cui, Xiaomei Feng, Zhidong Teng, Qi Hu, Jiansen Li, Qiming Zhou

Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences: Faculty Publications

The ongoing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has caused more than 150 million cases of infection to date and poses a serious threat to global public health. In this study, global COVID-19 data were used to examine the dynamical variations from the perspectives of immunity and contact of 84 countries across the five climate regions: tropical, arid, temperate, and cold. A new approach named Yi Hua Jie Mu is proposed to obtain the transmission rates based on the COVID-19 data between the countries with the same climate region over the Northern Hemisphere and Southern Hemisphere. Our results suggest that the …

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Fungal Digestion Of Microplastics, Maranda Powell, Heather Wendland, Megan Moretti, Deuce Larose Jul 2021

Fungal Digestion Of Microplastics, Maranda Powell, Heather Wendland, Megan Moretti, Deuce Larose

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Plastic pollution has been a growing concern ever since the first mass produced form of synthetic plastic was created in 1907. The extent and effects associated with decades of plastic and microplastic pollution are the focus of current scientific studies, and methodology to quantify and identify the presence of microplastics in both land and aquatic environments. The purpose of this study is to determine the best conditions to degrade microplastics effectively. This was determined through the use of several forms of Fungi to observe and report changes in the microplastics, as well as possible changes in the microplastics due to …

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Experimental Characterization Of Biological Tissue Mechanics, Nick Evans, Bethany Luke Jul 2021

Experimental Characterization Of Biological Tissue Mechanics, Nick Evans, Bethany Luke

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

The function of ligaments and tendons is to transmit tensile forces, allowing healthy, bodily motion. However, if improper loading is placed on the tissue, the structures may rupture leading to pain, loss of function, and reduced quality of life. To prevent rupture, loads must remain below the ultimate strength of the tissue, but the maximum stress that the tissue can withstand varies due to several factors such as age, sex, body temperature, loading history, hydration state, and strain rate. These factors can be tested in order to understand how they affect tissue failure risk. Therefore, the objective of our research …

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Graduate- And Undergraduate-Student Perceptions Of And Preferences For Teaching Practices In Stem Classrooms, Ngawang Gonsar, Lorelei E. Patrick, Sehoya Cotner Jul 2021

Graduate- And Undergraduate-Student Perceptions Of And Preferences For Teaching Practices In Stem Classrooms, Ngawang Gonsar, Lorelei E. Patrick, Sehoya Cotner

Biological Sciences Faculty Publications

Despite positive evidence for active learning (AL), lecturing dominates science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) higher education. Though instructors acknowledge AL to be valuable, many resist implementing AL techniques, citing an array of barriers including a perceived lack of student buy-in. However, few studies have explored student perceptions of specific AL teaching practices, particularly the perceptions of graduate students. We explored student-reported instructional strategies and student perceptions of and preferences for a variety of teaching practices in graduate and undergraduate classrooms across three STEM colleges at a large, public, research university. We found that both graduate and undergraduate students desired …

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Identifying Antimicrobial Phytocompounds To Combat Iss Superbugs, Alexis Dres, Katelyn Shouse, Danielle Orozco-Nunnelly, Jeff Pruet Jul 2021

Identifying Antimicrobial Phytocompounds To Combat Iss Superbugs, Alexis Dres, Katelyn Shouse, Danielle Orozco-Nunnelly, Jeff Pruet

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

The isolation, or creation, of novel antimicrobial agents is currently at the forefront of modern healthcare due to the stark decrease in antimicrobial drug development in recent years and due to the increasing rise of superbugs, or microorganisms that are resistant to more than one type of antimicrobial treatment, which are predicted by 2050 to cause 10 million deaths/year. In addition to being a terrestrial cause for concern, antimicrobial resistant microbes are also a threat to the health of the individuals on the International Space Station (ISS). According to recent studies, a diverse population of bacteria and fungi, including several …

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Effects Of Environmental Factors On Candida Albicans Morphology: A Focus On Estrogen And Microgravity, Sky Kaur, Anita Coleman, Riquail Gibson, Idalia Zachara, Paige Camp, George Gundelach, Michael Watters, Patrice Bouyer Jul 2021

Effects Of Environmental Factors On Candida Albicans Morphology: A Focus On Estrogen And Microgravity, Sky Kaur, Anita Coleman, Riquail Gibson, Idalia Zachara, Paige Camp, George Gundelach, Michael Watters, Patrice Bouyer

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

During body invasion, C.albicans change their morphology from yeast to filamentous, but the environmental factors responsible for the change in morphology are not well characterized. During Sepsis, high levels of estrogen (E2) are recorded (~0.1 nM), in addition during spaceflight it has been shown that C.albicans become virulent. In this study, we aimed at characterizing the effect of estrogen and microgravity as environmental factors inducing filamentous growth. In our experiments, we grow C.albicans in minimum liquid media and use brightfield microscopy to observe the morphology. Microgravity is simulated using a clinostat. In an experimental series, we tested the effect of …

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Molecular Mechanisms That Establish The Eye-Specific Visual Projection, Elaina Baker, Masaru Nakamoto Jul 2021

Molecular Mechanisms That Establish The Eye-Specific Visual Projection, Elaina Baker, Masaru Nakamoto

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Correct functioning of the nervous system critically depends on the formation of the precise neuronal network. For example, axons of retinal ganglion cells from the right and left eyes project to different domains in the lateral geniculate nucleus of the thalamus. This eye-specific retinogeniculate projection provides the anatomical basis for binocular vision. Nell2 (neural epidermal growth factor (EGF)-like-like-2) is an extracellular glycoprotein that is predominately expressed in the nervous system. Our lab has previously shown that Nell2 acts as an inhibitory axon guidance molecule in the establishment of the eye-specific retinogeniculate projection. The current work aims to identify the Nell2 …

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The Effects Of Estrogen (E2) On The Filamentous Growth Of Candida Albicans On Assorted Solid Medias, Paige M. Camp, George C. Gundelach, Patrice Bouyer, Michael Watters Jul 2021

The Effects Of Estrogen (E2) On The Filamentous Growth Of Candida Albicans On Assorted Solid Medias, Paige M. Camp, George C. Gundelach, Patrice Bouyer, Michael Watters

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Candida albicans is a commensal yeast that lives within the human body. When exposed to specific environmental stimuli (ex. pH, temperature) the fungi will undergo a morphological change from yeast to filamentous (hyphal). Currently, C. albicans is the most prevalent human fungal pathogen, causing both mucosal and systemic infections. This infection, called candidiasis, can endanger high-risk groups, such as immunocompromised patients. While studied extensively, the relationship between C. albicans hyphal growth and estrogen (E2) has yielded mixed results amongst researchers. In our research, we attempted to provide clarity to this relationship by using a variety of solid media and studying …

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Improving The Synthesis Of An Unnatural Fluorescent Amino Acid, Taylor A. Gaskill, Esteban B. Kurth Jul 2021

Improving The Synthesis Of An Unnatural Fluorescent Amino Acid, Taylor A. Gaskill, Esteban B. Kurth

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

The long-term goal of this project is to more efficiently synthesize an unnatural fluorescent amino acid, 3-[7-nitro-2,1,3-benzoxadiazol-4-yl]-L-alanine, diazole for short. This fluorescent amino acid can be incorporated into a transparent protein, thus creating a “glow-in-the-dark” protein. Two parallel pathways are being explored to synthesize this diazole amino acid: traditional organic synthesis and biocatalysis. 1H-NMR and LC-MS are being used to analyze the organic route by monitoring the reaction kinetics of the key coupling reaction. The goal of these kinetics experiments is to identify optimal reaction conditions (solvent, temperature, etc.). For the biocatalytic route, the enzyme glutathione S-transferase from the …

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The Efficacy Of Brief Attitudinal Familism And Body Image Interventions On Diet And Exercise Self-Monitoring Adherence In Hispanic/Latinx Women, Kelsey Nicole Serier Jul 2021

The Efficacy Of Brief Attitudinal Familism And Body Image Interventions On Diet And Exercise Self-Monitoring Adherence In Hispanic/Latinx Women, Kelsey Nicole Serier

Psychology ETDs

Addressing health disparities in overweight/obesity is a key public health issue. Research supports the efficacy of behavioral weight loss (BWL) interventions, however, adherence to these interventions is often low, which negatively impacts outcomes. The efficacy of BWL interventions is consistently lower among communities of color. Thus, there is a strong need to design and test interventions that are culturally sensitive and address predictors of BWL adherence in diverse groups. Previous research suggests that for Hispanic/Latinx women with overweight/obesity, attitudinal familism (“family comes first”) and body dissatisfaction were informative in predicting BWL adherence. The current study builds on this previous research …

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An Examination Of The Impact Of Student Loan Debt On Alumni Giving, Ashley N. Nickell, Molly B. Hurley Jul 2021

An Examination Of The Impact Of Student Loan Debt On Alumni Giving, Ashley N. Nickell, Molly B. Hurley

Dissertations

This study examined the effect of student loan debt on alumni’s willingness and ability to donate to their alma mater, including other identity-based motivating factors associated with an alumnus’ decision whether or not to donate. Participants of this study were recent (2015-2020) graduates of a doctoral program in the healthcare field in the Midwest, and were purposefully selected to answer questions regarding their income, loan debt, decision to give in monetary or non-monetary ways, and financial literacy education/financial preparedness. Data were gathered from virtual interviews that were transcribed and coded for emergent themes. The findings revealed that the majority of …

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The Impact Of The Absent African American Father: Findings And Implications, Tambra Cross Jul 2021

The Impact Of The Absent African American Father: Findings And Implications, Tambra Cross

Dissertations

This study focused on the difficulties and challenges experienced by sons who had absent fathers. The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore the lived experiences of sons who grew up with absent fathers and the effects on them as adults at home, in school, in their neighborhoods, and their decision-making processes. The sample consisted of eight men who grew up with absent fathers. Data were collected using face-to-face, structured and semi-structured interviews. Results indicated that participants' lived experiences of home life were characterized by financial and emotional hardships resulting from not having a father's earnings and care. The …

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Establishing A Baseline Of Science Communication Skills In An Undergraduate Environmental Science Course, Rashmi Shivni, Christina Cline, Morgan Newport, Shupei Yuan, Heather E. Bergan-Roller Jul 2021

Establishing A Baseline Of Science Communication Skills In An Undergraduate Environmental Science Course, Rashmi Shivni, Christina Cline, Morgan Newport, Shupei Yuan, Heather E. Bergan-Roller

Faculty Articles, Papers, and Other Scholarship

Background Seminal reports, based on recommendations by educators, scientists, and in collaboration with students, have called for undergraduate curricula to engage students in some of the same practices as scientists—one of which is communicating science with a general, non-scientific audience (SciComm). Unfortunately, very little research has focused on helping students develop these skills. An important early step in creating effective and efficient curricula is understanding what baseline skills students have prior to instruction. Here, we used the Essential Elements for Effective Science Communication (EEES) framework to survey the SciComm skills of students in an environmental science course in which they …

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