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Best Practices In Robotic Magnetic Navigation-Guided Catheter Ablation Of Cardiac Arrhythmias, A Position Paper Of The Society For Cardiac Robotic Navigation, Anna M E Noten, Daniel H Cooper, Et Al.

2020-Current year OA Pubs

PREAMBLE: Robotic magnetic navigation (RMN)-guided catheter ablation (CA) technology has been used for the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias for almost 20 years. Various studies reported that RMN allows for high catheter stability, improved lesion formation and a superior safety profile. So far, no guidelines or recommendations on RMN-guided CA have been published.

PURPOSE: The aim of this consensus paper was to summarize knowledge and provide recommendations on management of arrhythmias using RMN-guided CA as treatment of atrial fibrillation (AF) and ventricular arrhythmias (VA).

METHODOLOGY: An expert writing group, performed a detailed review of available literature, and drawing on their own …

The Risks Of Unconcern: Low Sensitivity To Threat Can Have Unfortunate Consequences, Stephen L Ristvedt

2020-Current year OA Pubs

Each one of us is confronted with warnings of danger or threats to wellbeing in our everyday life, whether in the form of certain road signs, Public Service Announcements, ominous changes in bodily functioning, or cautionary tales heard from family or friends. There is great inter-individual variation in how people respond to such threats, with some people habitually tending to ignore or dismiss them, often to their peril. The first purpose of the present paper is to review several studies showing that individuals-most often men-who score very low on measures of trait anxiety are more likely to engage in behaviors …

The Potential Impact Of Exercise On Affect And Neuroinflammation In Older Adults Living With Fibromyalgia: A Scoping Review, Taylor L Taylor, Fitzgerald Dodds, Mckenna Tharpe, Emily L Zumbro, Michael Hankes, Raymond Jones, Deanna Rumble, Lisa Antoine, Kristen Allen-Watts, Andrew Sims, Reshu Chandra, Burel R Goodin, Jarred Younger, Thomas W Buford

2020-Current year OA Pubs

INTRODUCTION: Fibromyalgia (FM) is a widespread chronic pain condition with prevalence increasing in older adults. Older adults living with FM experience longer pain symptom durations that can negatively impact their quality of life. Affect and neuroinflammation are potential factors that can exacerbate pain symptoms. Exercise is a recommended intervention to manage pain symptoms; however, adherence limitations persist. Drawing on the Biopsychosocial Framework of Chronic Pain, this scoping review explores how exercise impacts factors related to neuroinflammation and affect, and how these factors contribute to exercise adherence in older adults living with FM.

METHODS: We conducted a scoping search of articles …

Case Report: Targeted Treatment By Fluoxetine/Norfluoxetine Of A Kcnc2 Variant Causing Developmental And Epileptic Encephalopathy, Ping Li, Alice Butler, Yu Zhou, Karl L Magleby, Christina A Gurnett, Lawrence Salkoff

2020-Current year OA Pubs

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Nonlinear Changes In Facial Affect And Posttraumatic Growth: Assessment Of Ecological Momentary Assessment Video Data, Aaron M. Harwell, David Pincus, Bernard P. Ricca, Emmeline Taylor, Charles C. Benight

Psychology Faculty Articles and Research

Posttraumatic Growth (PTG), characterized by newfound meaning, perspective, and purpose for trauma survivors, remains enigmatic in its nature. This state is thought to arise from the dynamic interplay of biopsychosocial factors; however, the nature of this interplay is unclear. This study aimed to investigate the intricate relationship between PTG and facial affect dynamics, shedding light on the complex interplay of biopsychosocial factors that underpin this transformative process. We conducted a comprehensive investigation involving 19 wildfire survivors who provided daily self-reported PTG ratings alongside smartphone videos analyzed using Automated Facial Affect Recognition (AFAR) software. Our findings revealed compelling evidence of self-organization …

Justice Via Chat? How Litigants’ Preferences And Attorneys’ Recommendations Influence The Choice To Use Online Dispute Resolution, Andrea C. F. Wolfs, Donna Shestowsky

Psychology Faculty Articles and Research

There is a significant need for empirical evidence concerning how litigants compare and choose between various modalities of online dispute resolution (ODR) and traditional in-person mediation for resolving legal disputes. To fill this need, we examined three potentially relevant psychological factors: (a) baseline attitudes toward in-person, video, and text-based mediation; (b) past communication style used by litigants; and (c) expert advice via attorney recommendations. We utilized a 2 × 3 × 3 design with communication style as a between-subjects variable, mediation modality as a within-subjects variable, and attorney recommendation randomized as either aligning with or differing from the participant’s baseline …

Associations Between Positive Affect And Physical Activity From Young Adulthood To Midlife: A 25-Year Prospective Study, Farah Qureshi, Laura D. Kubzansky, Ying Chen, Jackie Soo, Eric S. Kim, Donald Lloyd-Jones, Julia K. Boehm

Psychology Faculty Articles and Research

Objective: Positive affect may influence health by promoting physical activity, but evidence evaluating this association is mostly cross-sectional and cannot discern directionality. This study used a counterfactual-based framework to estimate the causal effect of positive affect on physical activity patterns over 25 years, accounting for potential reverse associations. Method: Data were from 3,352 participants in the Coronary Artery Risk Development in Young Adults study. Repeated assessments of positive affect and physical activity were collected from 1990 to 2016. Longitudinal associations were evaluated in two ways: (a) using baseline positive affect in traditional linear mixed models that accounted for reverse causal …

Hop Cone Drying For The Small Grower: Temperature And Airflow Considerations, Stacy A. Adams, David M. Mabie, Michael F. Kocher, David Jones

Department of Agronomy and Horticulture: Faculty Publications

Small hop growers without nearby processors for cone stripping and drying must attempt to do so on their own farm. Challenges exist for self-built drying systems, including drying capacity, processing speed, airflow direction, and maintaining quality during drying. Research-based recommendations are given for optimal temperature, sizing of drying vessel, maximum cone depth, and influences associated with airflow on processing uniformity and cone quality are presented.

Advanced Digital Imaging, Saied Farisi

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Art Of Design Management, Saied Farisi

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Decoding Tofu Quality: An Integrative Investigation Of Soybean Seed Characteristics And Innovative Evaluation Approaches, Amanda Malik

Cereal Science

This research unravels the intricate relationship between soybean seed characteristics, geographical origin, and the resultant quality parameters of tofu. The study analyzed 178 soybean varieties from diverse regions, categorizing them into distinct clusters based on protein, moisture, and other attributes. Significant variations emerged, with soybeans from the United States exhibiting higher protein, while Chinese sources displayed higher moisture content. Subsequently, the research delved into diverse tofu quality parameters using multivariate analysis. Distinct clusters were identified based on attributes including yield, texture, moisture content, and brix levels. These parameters exhibited complex interrelationships, providing insights into factors defining tofu sensory qualities. Furthermore, …

Sexual Harassment And Employee Identification In Radio Broadcasting, Jillene Krause

Communication

Sexual harassment is often vaguely defined in policy and the purpose of this study was to learn if employees perceive sexual harassment in vague or specific terms. Exploring radio broadcasting employees was a new area of exploration for the multiple ways employees may identify with their employer: professional, organizational, and group identification (Lammers, Atouba, & Carlson, 2013). For this study I primarily drew on interviews with 17 radio broadcasting employees about sexual harassment definitions and employee identification (profession, organization, and group). A survey instrument was used to collect demographic data and to collect baseline data for identification. Results show that …

Augmented Reality And Cross-Device Interaction For Seamless Integration Of Physical And Digital Scientific Papers, Md Ochiuddin Miah

Computer Science

Researchers face the challenge of efficiently navigating vast scientific literature while valuing printed papers in the digital age. Printed materials facilitate deeper engagement and comprehension, leading to superior exam performance and enhanced retention. However, existing digital tools often need to pay more attention to the needs of researchers who value the tactile benefits of printed documents. In response to this gap, we introduce AR-PaperSync, a transformative solution that leverages Augmented Reality (AR) and cross-device interaction technology. AR-PaperSync seamlessly integrates the physical experience of printed papers with the interactive capabilities of digital tools. Researchers can effortlessly navigate inline citations, manage saved …

Ai Approaches In Personalized Meal Planning For A Multi Criteria Problem, Maryam Amiri

Computer Science

Food is one of the necessities of life. The food we consume every day provides us with the nutrition we need to have energy. However, food plays a more significant role in life. There is a relationship between food, culture, family, and society [1]. Since ancient civilization, people have realized the correlation between food and healthiness. Earlier, Physicians were treating people by prescribing special recipes. Last century, assorted studies investigated the impact meals have on human nutritional intake and the different diseases connected to it. There have been numerous other studies that focused on the required nutritional intake to ensure …

Cultural District: Nexus Of Cultures: How Can Architecture Be Utilized To Reshape Narratives Of Nationalism And Foster A Sense Of Global Unity Within A Responsive Sustainable Cultural District In Aden, Yemen?, Amin Abdi

Architecture Theses

The world today is increasingly divided along nationalistic lines, with people often forgetting their shared humanity in favor of their national identities. It is disheartening to observe the rise of divisive nationalism, fostering an "us versus them" mentality. This categorization of individual based on nationality often leads to conflicts and undermines the shared humanity that should bind us together. The need to rekindle a sense of global unity becomes apparent, and architecture can serve as a powerful tool in reshaping these narratives, which can also serve as a potent tool for expressing and reinforcing nationalistic sentiments. This research aims to …

Inclusive Office Design: Addressing The Neurodiversity Spectrum In The Workplace, Kay Borgerding

Architecture Theses

When most people think of inclusive design, they think of those with physical disabilities. As architects, we strive to create inclusive spaces that can be experienced the same no matter if someone is differently abled, but what about those that have neurological disabilities that are not seen as obviously or as often? This project expands the typical understanding of what an inclusive workplace should look like by implementing the idea that the key to success is to focus the human experience. Hospitality-oriented offices provide an opportunity to personalize the journey you take throughout the workday. Expanding the range of available …

New Breath For Johannesburg: Adaptive Reuse Of Ponte Tower And The Imagining Of Witpoortjie Tower As Catalysts That Foster Urban And Social Growth, Joseph Seelhammer

Architecture Theses

Adaptive reuse is the architecture of the future. In every single metropolis, city, town or village there are buildings that are decrepit, dysfunctional, or disused. In the future, adaptive reuse will encompass a huge percentage of architecture projects. In many areas giving new life to one of these buildings can act as a starting point for the surrounding area to come back to life, as they are usually not the only part of a neighborhood that needs help. This thesis explored how using architecture and adaptive reuse as a catalyst for urban revitalization can bring new life to a downtown …

Healthier Homes: Integrating Emerging Design Strategies Into Affordable Housing, Rachel Marie Schall

Architecture Theses

This research focuses on healthy building materials and sustainable practices and how to integrate those practices into an affordable housing development in Duluth, MN. I will be investigating new sustainable materials to potentially be integrated as well as different approaches to integrating the materials. The objective of this thesis will be to design a two-family dwelling that integrates the sustainable practices and healthy materials researched. The dwellings are to be used in the creation of an affordable housing development in Duluth, Minnesota. I would like my research to be used as a reference for future affordable housing developments in Duluth …

Adaptive Reuse: Repurposing A Vacant College Campus For New Occupancy, Jami Ewart

Architecture Theses

Adaptive reuse has been a design strategy in buildings existing for centuries. The adaptation of a building, also known as recycling or conversion, is the process of reusing an existing building other than what it was originally built or designed for. This element of design has enabled generations to derive a sense of continuity and stability from their physical surroundings. This paper examines the context of adaptive reuse through extensive research: its history and evolution, the importance of cultural memory and historical preservation, the question of value in design, sustainability, and the overarching idea of designing through time. The information …

Kibera Public School: Empowering Kenya Through The Use Of Local Materials And Labor, Caleb Marty Springfield

Architecture Theses

Kibera Public School seeks to empower the individuals living in Kibera Slum, Kenya, through the use of local materials and labor. Due to Kibera’s substantial percentage of children who are not attending school, Kibera Public School provides an affordable, comfortable, safe, and sustainable environment for the students living in Kibera Slum, who cannot afford to attend a private school. Furthermore, this school is dependent on the use of local materials and labor and through the utilization of these resources, it provides the community of Kibera with valuable construction skills that can be used elsewhere and a sense of ownership in …

How Can Declining Rural Communities In North Dakota Be Saved? A Critical Investigation, Sydney Seamands

Architecture Theses

Rural North Dakota has become somewhat of an abandoned land. There are dozens of small communities, with major service gaps and unsustainable populations. With the death of each rural town, the state loses pieces of its history, as unique cultures and buildings decay alongside the highways. The population decline in rural communities across the country can be attributed to a variety of factors, with perhaps the most imposing issue being a lack of opportunity. Small towns struggle to maintain vitality with limited educational, professional, and recreational opportunities. While small-town life offers many benefits, many residents leave for urban amenities. The …

Stories Of Separation: Reunifying The Emotional Border Of The Korean 38th Parallel, Samuel Lee Nelson

Architecture Theses

When encountering conditions with unknown aspects, it is an impulse to occupy them with experiences and memories to alleviate the associated feelings and reach a form of understanding. This thesis explores how our understandings are influenced and establish a precedent for architectural interventions to assist in resolving the conditions of the unknown. Following World War II (WWII), the 38th parallel marked the beginning of the separation of the Koreas before it developed into the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). Contrasting the stagnant characteristics of this physical division, the emotional division in Korea has continuously evolved and shifted throughout the years. Designed in …

A Translation Of Art: How Architecture Infused With Music Educates Humankind, Kamryn Nicole Brecht

Architecture Theses

During the 18th century, humans started to perceive the world around them differently. Structures were designed with the assumption that the meaning of the building would follow afterwards, instead of building with initial purpose. The world we reside in is now full of buildings that are cheaply constructed, unaesthetic, and not serving the needs of a site or its corresponding community. To return to architecture with meaning, architecture must once again be used as a narration for human life. This thesis is a study on how the art of music can be translated into the field of architecture in a …

Meeting Inevitabilities: How Architecture Can Aid In Our Acceptance Of Death And Improvement Of Life, Caitlyn E. Kolling

Architecture Theses

Meeting Inevitabilities seeks to explore design in relation to life, death, and memory. In the modern age, there is a significant lack of space for human interaction and connection surrounding the events of death, which further contributes to the divergence of death from life, life from memory, and memory from death. The designs aim to bring forth the divergence in one space, and explode the ideas and design outwards, where these three elements can be perceived together in a new way, in a reversible convergence.

24/7 Stadiums: Their Impact On Local Communities, Chase James Becker

Architecture Theses

This disquisition focuses on the ways in which a plausible stadium can be operated 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. With there being no such thing as a “24/7 stadium”, research was conducted through case studies, data collection, and schematic designs to see if this new type of stadium can have a positive impact on the local community surrounding it. The reason for this type of stadium is that stadiums typically have limited functionality that hinders the community in developing other developments that may benefit them more directly than a stadium would. With that in mind, a stadium …

Smart City Modeling: Using Gis Capabilities To Simulate Urban Areas And Events, Zachary Isaac Crawford

Architecture Theses

This research aims to show the capabilities of smart city modeling using GIS and other accessible information to provide accuracy and precision. Through this data collection, architects and urban planners can strategically alter urban areas to promote user experience and contentment. Current well-established cities can become known as smart cities, or cities that are data driven. This collection of data, such as traffic data, can be used to improve the user experience through efficiency and correct implementation. The idea of a “walkable city” is also reinforced as an important design solution that directly impacts the user experience in this urban …

Benefiting Youth And The Natural Environment: Integration Of Biophilic Design In A Youth Center, Abbigail Ann Miner

Architecture Theses

This thesis will entertain the idea of integrating biophilic design principles into a youth center. First there is a discussion of biophilic design, community centers, and youth centers with the intent to understand what they are and the benefits of each. Seven case studies are examined next to provide examples of how biophilic design has been applied to community centers, youth centers, and preschools. The design of a youth center that uses biophilic design principles to foster a relationship with children and nature is presented as a solution. The created youth center is titled Elk River Community Center. There is …

The Future Of Education: Combining Libraries And Museums, Mark Alan Iii Geiss

Architecture Theses

Archives and their specializations have existed within our societies for hundreds of years, adapting alongside their communities until the advent of the digital age where their physical presence was thrown into question. Can archives such as libraries and museums be integrated through a system that overlaps these specializations in way beyond sharing a structure? In modern times, these spaces compete with businesses in providing a neutral location to further oneself outside of the context of work or home. Exacerbated through problems in American developments lacking third places, especially free to access ones, what facilities that are accessible may be able …

Building Blocks Towards New Education, Gaius Josiah D. Arroyo

Architecture Theses

The purpose of this research is to look at the effects digital technologies have had on education and explore ways educational facilities can react to these new technologies in the form of how we look at learning spaces. The goal with this thesis is not for it to be a guide but rather as a point of inspiration for educational facilities and designers. With the advancing development of digital technology, educational facilities are tasked with adapting to a society that has digital technology deeply ingrained in it. Educators and designers have a great opportunity to reevaluate our learning spaces and …

Illuminating Connections: A Theatrical Intervention In Urban Loneliness, Carter J. Huber

Architecture Theses

Amidst the hustle of urban life, an epidemic of loneliness grips our modern cities, casting shadows upon the once vibrant display of community. Before the 19th century, public spaces thrived as stages where every encounter was a theatrical exchange, a space to recognize oneself through the presence of others. However, the cityscape shifted with time, veiling the human connection behind privatization and specialization. This project intertwines theater and urban intervention to capture the fleeting moments of human connection. Each scene serves as a bridge between solitude and community, inviting audiences to rediscover the beauty of shared experiences. Through storytelling, we …