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Slider User Interface With Dynamic Non-Linear Expansion For Precise Value Selection, Raviteja Govindaraju, Siyan Ks, Ramprasad Sedouram, Ajay Prasad

Defensive Publications Series

Sliders in user interfaces allow value selection from a set range, typically with fixed increments. However, precise selection beyond preset increments is often unachievable due to space and sensitivity constraints, forcing users to use keyboard inputs for exact values. This disclosure describes an enhanced slider that permits fine-tuning of values via touch or gesture input without needing a keyboard. Based on user input such as a press-and-hold gesture, the slider scale is dynamically expanded, and the increment associated with slider travel is adjusted to enable input of precise values. The described slider can be incorporated in any user interface that …

Dynamic Headroom Control For Audio Amplifiers Using Iv Sensing, Chintan Trehan, Todd P. Marco, Dayu Qu, Tao Lin

Defensive Publications Series

In a conventional amplifier and speaker setup for audio playback, a fixed voltage power supply, determined by the expected maximum peaks in input audio signal as well as a buffer value (headroom), is used to avoid distortion. A higher supply voltage is necessary to ensure sufficient headroom when the input audio has high peaks. A fixed headroom can cause high switching losses, reducing overall amplifier efficiency. This disclosure describes techniques to improve the efficiency of class-H amplifiers by dynamically changing the headroom based on distortion observed in audio output. A smart audio amplifier uses IV sense technology to measure the …

On The Duty Of Uncivil Disobedience: Thoreau's Action From Principle, Alan F. Garcia

Theses and Dissertations

This thesis explores the uncivil disobedience evident in some of Henry D. Thoreau’s work, which is often regarded as the birth and foundation of what is today known as “civil disobedience.” Using the nature of Thoreau’s subtle language and his philosophy of action from principle in his writings, including “Resistance to Civil Government” (1849), Walden (1854), “Life Without Principle” (1863), “A Plea for Captain John Brown" (1859), and some of his real life actions, this thesis will examine the antagonistic and, perhaps, uncivil nature of Thoreau’s so-called “civil disobedience.” This thesis will also incorporate Sophocles’ play Antigone (441 BBC), Candice …

Gc Minutes 2023-12-04, Northern Illinois University

Graduate Council Archives

No abstract provided.

Gc Agenda 2023-12-04, Northern Illinois University

Graduate Council Archives

No abstract provided.

Kartini In Two Lenses: The Shifting Image Of Indonesian Modern Woman In R.A. Kartini (1982) And Kartini (2017, Aidatul Chusna, Shofi Mahmudah Budi Utami, Moh Imam Subuhi

Informasi

This paper aims to examine the construction of Kartini figure in two Indonesian films titled R.A. Kartini (1982) and Kartini (2017) and how it represents the idealization of Indonesian woman in both eras. By utilizing textual analysis, the study finds different images of Kartini presented in the films. The 1982 film tends to emphasize on the critical nature of Kartini and her anti-colonial attitude. Moreover, Kartini is also presented as a figure of Javanese woman who is characterized by her feminine gestures and manner. Meanwhile, the 2017 film constructs Kartini figure differently. Instead of focusing on her femininity, the film …

This Passing Shadow: The Role Of Trauma In Reforming Individual And Cultural Identity In The Lord Of The Rings And Anglo-Saxon Literature, Benjamin C. Benson

English MA Theses

Many scholars focus on J.R.R. Tolkien's personal history and attempt to locate his own trauma in the texts of his works. However, this focus often overlooks the role that trauma plays in the reshaping of individual and cultural identity within the works of Tolkien. Tolkien uses a number of methods to communicate trauma throughout his works, but these methods often have roots in Anglo-Saxon Literature. This study analyzes the various ways that Tolkien adapts Anglo-Saxon works to communicate trauma while simultaneously using the traumatic events to help communicate healing through the interaction of the traumatized with their community.

Sjsu Erfa Board Minutes, December 4, 2023, San Jose State University, Emeritus And Retired Faculty Association

SJSU ERFA Minutes

SJSU ERFA Executive Board Minutes

December 4, 2023

Utilizing Mock Code Simulation To Enhance Nurses’ Confidence A Benchmark Project, Denecia Mark

MSN Capstone Projects

Each year, about 292,000 adult patients in the United States have an in-hospital cardiac arrest (IHCA), with substantial variance in their rate of survival (Merchant et al., 2020). Graduate nurses must be knowledgeable and prepared to respond to codes. Mock Codes or simulation-based teaching will allow nurses to practice skills, expand their knowledge, and gain self-confidence in a secure and controlled setting with no risk to patients, reducing nurses' anxiety. CPR certification is currently updated every two years, and research has shown that learned skills begin to deteriorate after three months. As a result, if simulated codes are introduced skills …

Fandom And Activism: Experimenting With Memetic Communication Appeals About Human Rights Issues During The 2022 Winter Olympic Games, Alicia Mason, Elizabeth Spencer, Tricia Combs, Tanner Glenn, Brooklyn Peterson, Isaac Lewis, Emerson Tice

Faculty Submissions

In the sports context, activism is a popular focus of inquiry. In fact, scholars have posited that sports present an ideal platform for human rights and political activism and protest (Agyemang, Singer, & DeLorme, 2010; Coombs & Cassilo, 2017; Kaufman & Wolff, 2010). This study aims to analyze the persuasiveness of memetic communication in the global sports context by investigating the influence of exposure to social advocacy memes on issue importance and general attitudes toward global human rights. This experiment relied on MTurk participants in an online experiment using Qualtrics software hosted by the Communication Research Lab at a Midwest …

Political Rhetoric And Latino Public Opinion: A Study Of Abortion In The U.S., Fernanda Valdez

Theses and Dissertations

This thesis studies political rhetoric and Latino public opinion on abortion in the United States. Mainly, this thesis asks: Is political rhetoric on abortion shaping the Latino vote? This thesis conducted a content analysis of political rhetoric through speeches, interviews, debates, political advertisements, and social media accounts from Democratic and Republican gubernatorial candidates. The gubernatorial races studied in this thesis are those from California and Texas from 2010 to 2022. In the content analysis, this research accounted for words and phrases that referenced abortion and the type of arguments (reproductive rights-based and moral-based arguments) made in those references. Then, this …

Elisabeth’S Gift: The Van Mullekom Collection, Michelle Schweickart

Marian Library Blog Archive

Explore unique Christmas greetings and images from vintage Christmas cards in the Elisabeth van Mullekom Collection.

Laudato Si' And The Christian Ethic, Brandon Kriplean

Venture: The University of Mississippi Undergraduate Research Journal

Christianity, specifically Catholicism, is an inherently anthropocentric religion, with humans having the most dignity of all mortal creatures due to their divine image. However, what does such a lofty view of humanity mean for the current environmental crises? Are Christianity and environmental stewardship mutually exclusive paradigms? Pope Francis has sought to maintain human dignity while at the same time encouraging the Church to recognize that the environment, as God’s creation, is not to be exploited. In other words, an anthropocentric perspective does not equal a disregard for other aspects of creation. His 2015 landmark encyclical, Laudato Si’, sought to highlight …

Hypothesis And Theory: Do Trees "Release The Tension" In Rainwater? Surface Tension Reduction In Throughfall And Stemflow From Urban Trees, Benjamin J. Noren, Nicholas R. Lewis, Kelly Cristina Tonello, Anna Ilek, John T. Van Stan Ii

Biological, Geological, and Environmental Faculty Publications

Knowledge of the processes and impacts associated with the canopy's partitioning of rainfall into stemflow (water that drains to the base of tree stems) and throughfall (water that drips through gaps and from canopy surfaces) has expanded in recent years. However, the effect of canopy interactions on the fundamental physical properties of rainwater as it travels through the canopy to the soil, particularly surface tension, remains understudied. To discuss specific hypotheses within this context and their relevance to ecohydrological theory, the surface tension of rainwater samples was examined directly. Over a period of 9 months, open rainwater, throughfall and stemflow …

Fort Hays State University Faculty Senate Minutes, December 4, 2023, Fhsu Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate

No abstract provided.

Course Correction: Navigating Equity In Ninth-Grade Advanced Placement, Sarah R. Morris, Sarah C. Mckenzie, Miranda Vernon

Arkansas Education Reports

This robust mixed-methods study examines ninth-grade advanced course placement in Arkansas, revealing disparities rooted in race and socioeconomic status. Utilizing a logit analysis for a five-year pooled sample (n=163,616), we find persistent enrollment gaps for Black ninth-grade students after controlling for prior academic achievement, highlighting systemic barriers to access to advanced courses. Socioeconomic divides are also evident in our analysis. Qualitative findings from counselor interviews highlight the importance of parental involvement in course placement decisions, particularly for students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds. Overall, we find through these interviews that districts consider a myriad of factors when considering course placement for …

Walking The Line: Evaluating Saudi Arabia's Nuclear Actions And Looking To The Future, Sarah "Winn" Philpott

Venture: The University of Mississippi Undergraduate Research Journal

Although it has been decades since the end of the Cold War, nuclear proliferation is an ever-pertinent matter for the international political system–one that concerns the security of each nation. Unfortunately, much international attention has turned away from nuclear concerns, despite multiple countries having the means and interests to pursue nuclear weapons. Saudi Arabia poses a particularly interesting threat of proliferation for a number of reasons, including: regional tensions with nuclear activity, existing nuclear infrastructure, and expressed interest in pursuing a nuclear weapons program. Like any country, Saudi Arabia’s pursuit of nuclear weapons would drastically change international dynamics. However, they …

The Utah Statesman, December 4, 2023, Utah State University

The Utah Statesman

Weekly student newspaper of Utah State University in Logan.

Prati: A 15-Minute City In The Heart Of Rome, Jean Lavigne

Environmental Studies Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

General Education Subcommittee Agenda December 7, 2023, Utah State University

Educational Policies Committee

• Call to Order – Matt Sanders
• Approval of Minutes – November 2, 2023
• Course Approvals/Removals/Syllabi Approvals
• New Business
• Additional Items
• Next meeting on January 4,2024
• Adjourn:

Scarlet Red Couches: A Journey Through My Loud House, Emilie Stewart

INRW/Coreq Student Showcase

Summer/Fall 2023 Showcase

An Efficient Optimal Solution Method For Neutrosophic Transport Models: Analysis, Improvements, And Examples, Maissam Jdid, Florentin Smarandache

Neutrosophic Systems with Applications

Transport issues aim to determine the number of units that will be transferred from the production centers to consumption areas so that the cost of transportation is as low as possible, taking into account the conditions of supply and demand. Due to the great importance of these issues and to obtain more accurate results that take into account all circumstances, we conducted two research studies. In the first research, we presented a formulation of neutrosophic transport issues, and in the second research, we presented some ways to find a preliminary solution to these issues, but we do not know whether …

Prevention Of Medical Device-Related Pressure Injuries: A Quality Improvement Project, Monika Grzelczak

DNP Projects

Significance and Background: Hospital-acquired pressure injuries (HAPI) continued to rise, costing the healthcare system about $ 11 billion annually. Medical device-related pressure injuries (MDRPI) account for about 10% of HAPI. They are also noted to be on the rise, especially in the Intensive Care Units (ICU), where multiple medical devices are placed on patients for monitoring and treatment. An intervention to reverse those unfavorable trends is needed. Evidence supports poster education to improve rates of MDRPI.

Purpose: This quality improvement project was conducted to eliminate incidents of MDRPI in the ICU and improve nurses’ perception of the importance of preventing …

Examining The Effect Of Financial Strain On Gpa In College Students​, Dayanara S. Sanchez-Nunez

[Archive] Belmont University Research Symposium (BURS)

The problem to be addressed in this study is the lack of attention to financial stress among college students. The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of financial strain on a college student’s GPA. The study had two aims: 1) to assess financial stress, including loans and the ability to pay for college, impact academic performance and 2) examine causes of financial strain including aid and loans. A cross-sectional survey assessed the effect of financial strain on academic performance among undergraduate students enrolled at Belmont University during the Fall 2023-2024 semester. The sample consisted of undergraduate students …

Front Matter, Journal Editors

Venture: The University of Mississippi Undergraduate Research Journal

Includes table of contents

At The Intersection Of Functionality And Beauty: A Study Of The Carrara Herbal, Anna Grace Robinson

Venture: The University of Mississippi Undergraduate Research Journal

The Carrara Herbal is a manuscript that sits at the cusp between medieval and early Renaissance work in Padua, Italy. With medical “simples,” or singular ingredients to be combined, as its primary focus, the Herbal is heavily illustrated and illuminated (the process of decorating a manuscript with color and even precious metals like gold), demonstrating the commissioner’s intentions and establishing him as a leader in the field of botanical medical knowledge. However, the intent and practical use seem to be at odds in the case of the Carrara Herbal. As six centuries passed, the manuscript was actively used and revised …

Charecterizing Modern Russian Subversive Tactics In Bosnia And Herzegovina, Madeleine Dotson

Venture: The University of Mississippi Undergraduate Research Journal

Although often overlooked, Bosnia and Herzegovina presents a relevant case study of how Russian subversive tactics, particularly disinformation campaigns, can influence domestic politics. Of the variety of subversive tactics used in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Russia’s social media and disinformation campaigns have remained the most effective and reflect a broader, global trend. During the COVID-19 Pandemic, social media use increased worldwide. Thus, Russia took advantage of that rise in social media usage and the rise in far-right conspiracy theories to increase its foothold in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Russia has played on local concerns about EU ascension by questioning the EU’s true …

Usa V. Donnell Warren

2023 Decisions

USDC for the Western District of Pennsylvania

The Crimson (Dec.), Yannick L. Brookes

Office of Student Affairs

Student newsletter

Informal Field-Based Learning In Librarianship: A Case Study Applying The Cam-Os Framework To Library Guide Construction, Nicole R. Webber

University Libraries Publications

Activities such as library guide creation and maintenance can take a large amount of our time without supplying evidence that the time spent is effective or worthwhile. Usage statistics and feedback are one avenue for gauging the impact of a guide, but we overlook another benefit if we focus solely on the user. By applying Tannenbaum and Wolfson’s (2022) CAM-OS framework, we can bring greater intention to tasks that foster informal learning opportunities and harness them to advance librarians’ competencies. A case study of overhauling a library guide on copyright is used to demonstrate and apply the framework.