Development Of Stalling Detection Algorithms And Operator Behavior Models For Evaluating Hydraulic Excavator Performance, Mateo Fernando Montenegro Defaz

Masters Theses

This study aims to develop a reliable algorithm for stalling detection and investigate how operator behaviors impact the truck-loading process, focusing on swing and bucket rotations. While the study of excavator digging conditions and equipment performance is well understood, describing stalling from telemetry data and the influence of operators’ behavior on overall system efficiency remain underexplored. This study seeks to: (i) develop a reliable algorithm for stall detection by analyzing key operational variables such as velocity and angles; (ii) implement statistical and machine learning techniques, specifically a Support Vector Machine (SVM) classification algorithm, to differentiate between ideal and non-ideal digging …

Meme Wars As Socially Situated Learning: Learning In Online Communities Of Hate, Conspiracy, And Insurgency, Kevin M. Clark

Midwest Social Sciences Journal

Learning is important in a pluralistic democracy, to enable citizens to make informed decisions. However, with the rise of the internet and social media, we need more than ever to understand how learning is shaped by social context and intertwined with issues of identity and belonging. One theoretical framework that addresses these social aspects of learning comes from the work of Jean Lave and Etienne Wenger on socially situated learning in communities of practice. This article focuses on what many would consider to be the darker side of learning—the rise of hate, disinformation/conspiracy, and insurgency in online communities. Specifically, it …

Strabismus And Amblyopia Disrupt Spatial Perception But Not The Fidelity Of Cortical Maps In Human Primary Visual Cortex, D. Schluppeck, D. Arnoldussen, Z. Hussain, J. Besle, S. T. Francis, P. V. Mcgraw

School of Psychology

Amblyopia is a common disorder of spatial vision and is frequently associated with the presence of anisometropia, strabismus, or both, during visual development. For highly visible stimuli, subjects with strabismic amblyopia often report marked spatial distortions, but the neural basis of this supra-threshold deficit is not well understood. Here, we used a combination of behavioural measurements and visual field mapping with high spatial-resolution functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) at 7 T to assess perceptual distortions in 12 participants with strabismic amblyopia and 9 control subjects. We measured both behavioural and cortical visual field maps monocularly through each eye. Although amblyopic …

Understanding The Role Of Pluralistic Ignorance In Biodiversity Conservation: A Research Agenda, Sandra J. Geiger, Hirotaka Imada, Carya Maharja, Nattavudh Powdthavee, Valeria Vitale, Lei Zhang, Claudio D. Rosa, Zenith N. C. Delabrida, Kristian S. Nielsen, Franz Essl, Mathew P. White

School of Psychology

Most people believe that biodiversity loss is human-caused, yet they may not realize how many others share this belief. Such collective misperceptions—known as pluralistic ignorance—may hinder individual and system changes required to address biodiversity loss. At the same time, reducing pluralistic ignorance may promote positive change. In this Perspective, we provide a brief overview of existing work on pluralistic ignorance about environmental topics and propose an agenda for impactful pluralistic ignorance research in the biodiversity domain. We highlight several research gaps and offer recommendations, including (a) investigating different forms of pluralistic ignorance, (b) improving our understanding of consequences and determinants, …

ผลของโปรแกรมการจัดการอาการร่วมกับการยืดเหยียด กล้ามเนื้อต่ออาการปวดในผู้ที่มีอาการปวดหลังส่วนล่าง, วชิราภรณ์ ชาติครบุรี, ปชาณัฏฐ์ นันไทยทวีกุล

Journal of Nursing Research, Innovation, and Health

วัตถุประสงค์: เพื่อเปรียบเทียบอาการปวดในผู้ที่มีอาการปวดหลังส่วนล่างก่อนและหลังได้รับโปรแกรมการจัดการอาการร่วมกับการยืดเหยียดกล้ามเนื้อ และเปรียบเทียบคะแนนอาการปวดในผู้ที่มีอาการปวดหลังส่วนล่างหลังได้รับโปรแกรมฯ กับผู้ที่ได้รับการพยาบาลตามปกติ

รูปแบบการวิจัย: การวิจัยกึ่งทดลองแบบสองกลุ่มวัดผลก่อนและหลังการทดลอง

วิธีดำเนินการวิจัย: กลุ่มตัวอย่าง คือ ผู้ป่วยที่มีอาการปวดหลังส่วนล่าง ทั้งเพศชายและเพศหญิง คัดเลือกกลุ่มตัวอย่างตามเกณฑ์ที่กำหนดแบบเฉพาะเจาะจง แบ่งเป็นกลุ่มควบคุมที่ได้รับการพยาบาลปกติจำนวน 21 คนและกลุ่มทดลองที่ได้รับโปรแกรมการจัดการอาการร่วมกับการยืดเหยียดกล้ามเนื้อต่ออาการปวด จำนวน 21 คน ผู้วิจัยพัฒนาโปรแกรมโดยได้นำกรอบแนวคิดการจัดการอาการของ Dodd et al. (2001) ร่วมกับเทคนิคการยืดเหยียดกล้ามเนื้อสำหรับผู้ป่วยปวดหลังส่วนล่าง การประเมินอาการปวด ใช้แบบประเมินมาตรวัดความปวดด้วยสายตา (Visual analog scale: VAS) สถิติที่ใช้ในการวิเคราะห์ข้อมูล ได้แก่ ค่าความถี่ ร้อยละ ค่าเฉลี่ย ส่วนเบี่ยงเบนมาตรฐาน สถิติเปรียบเทียบค่าเฉลี่ยอาการปวดของผู้ป่วยที่มีอาการปวดหลังส่วนล่างก่อนและหลังการทดลอง ในกลุ่มทดลอง และเปรียบเทียบค่าเฉลี่ยอาการปวดหลังการทดลองระหว่างกลุ่มควบคุมและกลุ่มทดลอง

ผลการวิจัย:    1. ผู้ที่มีอาการปวดหลังส่วนล่าง หลังได้รับโปรแกรมการจัดการอาการร่วมกับการยืดเหยียดกล้ามเนื้อ มีอาการปวดต่ำกว่าก่อนได้รับโปรแกรมการจัดการอาการร่วมกับการยืดเหยียดกล้ามเนื้อ อย่างมีนัยสำคัญทางสถิติที่ระดับ .05

1. 2. ผู้ที่มีอาการปวดหลังส่วนล่าง หลังได้รับโปรแกรมการจัดการอาการร่วมกับการยืดเหยียดกล้ามเนื้อ มีอาการปวดต่ำกว่าก่อนได้รับการพยาบาลตามปกติอย่างมีนัยสำคัญทางสถิติที่ระดับ .05

สรุป: โปรแกรมการจัดการอาการร่วมกับการยืดเหยียดกล้ามเนื้อสามารถลดอาการปวดในผู้ที่มีอาการปวดหลังส่วนล่าง ซึ่งเป็นไปตามสมมุติฐานที่ตั้งไว้

Exploring Leadership Capabilities Developed As A Mother: Toward A New Theory Of Mother-Leader Intuitionship, Melinda Abel Ursino, Laura Marie Rivera

Educational and Organizational Learning and Leadership Dissertations

Your perspective as a Mom changes the way you lead in every aspect.

— Liuba Grechen Shirley, VoteMama Founder

Throughout the history of the United States, there has never been such a substantial rise in the number of Mothers in the paid workforce as in the last 3 decades. Yet, despite this growth they remain underrepresented in leadership positions. This underscores why we, as both researchers and Mothers, believe it is critical to apply a Mother's lens to conversations about workplace leadership. Our research begins by examining contemporary leadership theories, focusing on parallels between Motherhood and four of the popular …

Harmonizing Copyright: Navigating Pop Music's Creative Landscape In The Era Of Arnstein And Krofft, Evan Joseph

Cardozo Arts & Entertainment Law Journal

This Note explores how the Arnstein and Krofft tests negatively impact pop music in an age where pop music is constantly evolving. It discusses the specific ways in which the tests can discourage creativity, innovation, and fair competition in the pop music industry. It also argues for reform of copyright law to address the shortcomings of the Arnstein and Krofft tests. Part I defines and provides a brief overview of the history of pop music and copyright infringement, while also discussing the importance and economic value of pop music in society. This Part also explains the gravity behind these claims, …

Antitrust And Console Gaming: Preventing Macrocompanies With Microtransactions, Cameron Brody

Cardozo Arts & Entertainment Law Journal

The note examines antitrust concerns in the console gaming industry, focusing on corporate consolidation and the impact of microtransactions. It argues that traditional antitrust strategies, such as foreclosure arguments, have proven ineffective in addressing these issues. The analysis suggests that microtransactions, particularly their role in exploiting consumers and consolidating market power, should be a focal point for new antitrust enforcement strategies. Regulators are urged to consider the broader implications of microtransactions on market structure and consumer welfare to develop innovative approaches to antitrust law.

Time For A Clean Finish? Analyzing A New Path To Collective Bargaining At The Wwe, Paige Green

Cardozo Arts & Entertainment Law Journal

The note argues that professional wrestlers in the WWE face significant challenges in achieving fair compensation and better working conditions due to their classification as independent contractors, which denies them protections under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA). It proposes that leveraging antitrust law could provide an alternative and effective strategy for wrestlers to collectively bargain and improve their circumstances, drawing parallels to successful efforts by UFC fighters.

Artificial Intelligence And Its Exploitation By The Fashion Industry, Stephanie Solis-Kepes

Cardozo International & Comparative Law Review

The note explores the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the fashion industry, highlighting its potential to enhance efficiency, innovation, and customer experience. However, it underscores the critical legal and ethical challenges, including data privacy, intellectual property rights, supply chain transparency, and diversity issues, that must be addressed to ensure responsible and equitable adoption of AI technologies.

Reframing Puerto Rican Advocacy: How The Emerging U.S.-China Rift Can Help Puerto Rico Realize Greater Autonomy, Michael Angelo Tabrizi

Cardozo International & Comparative Law Review

The note advocates for reframing Puerto Rican decolonization efforts as a foreign policy issue rather than solely a domestic matter, leveraging the U.S.-China rivalry to gain international support and alignment with the United Nations' principles on self-governance.

Reducing Risk Of Preeclampsia By Increasing Midwives’ Confidence And Motivation To Screen Patients For Eligibility For Low-Dose Aspirin, Kennedy Johnson

Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects

Background: Preeclampsia (PreE) is a major concern for prenatal care providers treating pregnant patients due to the potentially fatal risks associated with the disorder for both the patient and the fetus. Evidence suggests that recommending low-dose aspirin (LDA) screening and prescribing can reduce PreE risk; however, this practice is often overlooked during new and repeat prenatal visits.

Objective: The purpose of this DNP project is to enhance Certified Nursemidwives' (CNMs) knowledge of consistent and accurate LDA screening practices for patients a moderate to high risk of developing PreE.

Methods: Project implementation consisted of two parts: a 20-minute in-service education designed …

Reducing Perinatal Mood And Anxiety Disorder (Pmad) Amongst Latina Women Through A Nurse-Led Intervention In A Clinic Setting, Daniella Navarrao Naujokt

Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the impact of the implementation of the Reach Out, Stay Strong, Essentials for mothers of newborns (ROSE) curriculum amongst pregnant Latina’s in their third trimester, and to determine if participation in these classes increases patient awareness and management of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Using a nurse-led prenatal group setting, pregnant Latinas who are 18 years of age or older, are Spanish speakers, and at least 28 weeks gestation in pregnancy were presented with information about the intervention by their provider. Following informed consent, patients were to be asked to participate in …

Improving Dementia Literacy In Direct Care Workers In Independent Senior Communities, Rachael Kauffung, Rosalie Monkono

Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects

No abstract provided.

End-Of-Life Care Educational Program For Neuro Nurses, Shiyue (Sophie) Wang, Thu Le

Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects

Introduction: High-quality end-of-life (EOL) care necessitates both effective symptom management and therapeutic communication with patients and families. Nurses often report knowledge gaps in symptom management and discomfort when engaging in sensitive conversations during EOL care.

Methods: Neuro-nurses at a tertiary care hospital were invited to participate in an educational intervention focused on EOL symptom management and communication. The training occurred during both day and night clinical shifts. Effectiveness was measured using pre- and postintervention assessments adapted from validated questionnaires. All responses collected anonymously via REDCap.

Results: Post-intervention, 83% of participants showed improved scores in the knowledge assessment, with an average …

Optimizing Patient Outcomes: The Essential Role Of A Consolidated Nutrition Platform, Hugo Lam

Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects

Background and Purpose: Current research identifies a gap in the data regarding electronic health records (EHRs), signage, and digital tools to improve outcomes for patients on modified diets, as well as a lack of government reports on clinically related events (Hoggle et al., 2006; Limketkai et al., 2021; Prgomet et al., 2019). EHRs can facilitate data sharing, but often overlook clinical realities and user needs, which leads to inefficiencies in nutritional care. This quality improvement project examines the experiences of bedside providers in acute trauma settings to inform evidence-based recommendations for enhancing nutritional care practices and system design.

Methods: This …

Nurse Initiated Objective Iv Screening Tool: Ea-Diva Application In The Emergency Department, Benjamin C. Miller

Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects

No abstract provided.

Hegel Meets The Corleones: Critical Racket Theory And The American Crime Family, Gary Shapiro

Philosophy Faculty Publications

This essay interrogates Frankfurt School “racket theory.” While sympathetic to its claim that the most pervasive form of hegemony is the hierarchical and authoritarian group, the paper explores the School’s apparent blind spot in underestimating the crime family’s resurgent significance (e.g., the Trumps or culture industry sagas from The Godfather to Ozark). Early racket theory was limited by Horkheimer’s intensified version of Hegel’s concept of the modern family, its nuclear form and early dissolution. A brief genealogy of the US crime film—from early 1930s individual rogue gangsters to the present—confirms the need to rethink this aspect of racket theory.

Fostering Collaboration And Synergy: Utilizing The Lorna Model Of Problem Solving To Assist New Leaders With Pre-Existing Teams, Kennetia A. Brooks

Doctor of Leadership Projects

New leaders can face several challenges that hinder their ability to succeed. Ranking high on these challenges is the absence of developed skills to manage others, make strategic decisions, and navigate new workplace cultures. Another hurdle can be an inability to build effective, synergetic teams. Specific leadership training is necessary to establish collaboration and success amongst team members. Through literature research and leadership experiences, one training has been developed and used to equip new leaders for these tasks. The LORNA Model is a prescriptive approach to problem-solving that intentionally navigates through workplace relationships and incorporates elements of team members’ recognition, …

A Nurse-Driven Protocol To Increase Music Therapy Referrals To Manage Patient Pain And Anxiety In The Medicine Intensive Care Unit, Ashley Fox

DNP Projects

Background: Critically ill patients often suffer from pain and anxiety. Music therapy is a safe and effective treatment option. However, most nurses never receive education or training on it, resulting in a lack of awareness of its value and its actual usage in care.

Purpose: The purpose of this project was to increase the number of music therapy referrals to manage pain and anxiety in eligible medicine intensive care unit (MICU) patients via a music therapy protocol that increased nurses’ knowledge, attitudes, and skills related to the use of music as an alternative treatment option for pain and anxiety in …

Implementation Of A Process To Improve Compliance With A Nurse Driven Foley Catheter Removal Protocol In Nursing Staff Of A Medicine Intensive Care Unit, Kendall L. Pfister

DNP Projects

Background: Catheter associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI) are the most prevalent healthcare acquired infection (HAI) in the acute care setting. Unfortunately, CAUTIs can lead to high morbidity and mortality rates, longer length of stay (LOS) and increased healthcare costs. Unfortunately, in critically ill patients which often suffer multi-organ failure/injury, there remains an increased risk for infection and poor outcomes.

Purpose: The purpose of this project is to increase medical intensive care unit (MICU) nursing staffs’ knowledge of existing nurse driven indwelling urinary catheter removal protocol and to implement an electronic medical record (EMR) prompt for removal of unnecessary urinary catheters …

Implementation Of A Pilot Post-Code Debrief Tool Initiated By The Chaplains And Unit Lead Nurses Within The Medicine Intensive Care Unit, Sarah Stigall

DNP Projects

Background: Post-code debriefs are shown to improve teamwork and communication, increase performance, and reduce burnout. According to the University of Kentucky HealthCare (UKHC) policy, teams are to perform a post-code debrief immediately after an in-hospital cardiac arrest (IHCA). However, the current policy does not provide guidance on what to include during a debrief session. At UK post-code debrief sessions are documented as occurring 60-72% of the time; however, personal observation and discussions with other bedside and rapid response nurses suggest that post-code debriefs are underperformed when compared to the documentation. Purpose: This study aimed to explore barriers to post-code debriefs …

Nurse-Led Cbt For Depression In Heart Transplant Patients: A Feasibility Study, Matthew R. Wallace

DNP Projects

Background: Heart transplant recipients are at an elevated risk of experiencing depressive symptoms compared to the general population. Those with depression post-transplant face increased complications, e.g., infection, organ rejection, prolonged hospitalization, and higher mortality rates. However, specific psychotherapeutic interventions tailored for heart transplant recipients remain limited. Nevertheless, there is substantial evidence supporting the effectiveness of various interventions for adults with heart failure, a condition frequently diagnosed in these patients. This suggests that successful strategies for managing depressive symptoms in heart failure patients could be adapted for heart transplant recipients.

Purpose: The purpose of this project was to evaluate …

A Triage Process To Decrease Door To Ekg Times For Adult Patients With Suspected Cardiac Abnormalities In The Emergency Department, Khay Douangdara

DNP Projects

Objective: The emergency department (ED) triage process for adult patients presenting with suspected cardiac abnormalities should be reliable; however, delays in identifying significant cardiac rhythms can negatively impact patient outcomes. The American Heart Association (AHA) and the American College of Cardiology (ACC) recommend that patients presenting to the ED with cardiac-related concerns undergo an electrocardiogram (EKG) within 10 minutes of arrival. This project aimed to educate ED nurses and implement changes in the triage process to reduce door-to-EKG times for adult patients with suspected cardiac abnormalities.

Methods: This quasi-experimental study utilized a pre- and post-intervention design to evaluate the effectiveness …

Evaluating The Outcomes Of An Educational Intervention For Providers And Two-Week Home Blood Pressure Monitoring In Adults, Michelle Ann Schuler

DNP Projects

Abstract

Background: Approximately 1.28 billion adults worldwide have hypertension (HTN), which greatly increases the risk of morbidity and premature death. Home blood pressure monitoring (HBPM) has been shown to increase efficacy of treatment decisions, but is underused in primary care. About 46% of adults are unaware that they have hypertension and only about 21% of those who have been diagnosed have it controlled.

Purpose: The purpose of this project is to evaluate a previous practice improvement project and improve the HBPM process for sustainability.

Methods This HBPM study utilized a retrospective study design combined with a practice improvement project …

Primary Nurse Framework: All-Registered Nurse Staffing Model In A Twelve Bed Critical Care Unit, Jeanette E. Sanders

DNP Projects

Background: Registered Nurses (RNs) comprise one of the largest professions in healthcare, and they play a critical role in delivering patient-centered care. The nursing shortage exacerbates inadequate nurse staffing levels, leading to increased workloads, higher patient-to-nurse ratios, and a high-stress work environment.

Purpose: This project aimed to evaluate the implementation of a primary-nurse-led care delivery model with an all-RN staffing design and its effects on nurse-sensitive patient outcomes, patient length of stay, nurse-sensitive related outcomes, and associated financial implications in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) setting. Nursing knowledge and opinions about the all-RN staffing model were also assessed.

Methods: Staffing …

The Impact Of Code Lavender On Compassion Fatigue And Burnout Of Pediatric Bedside Staff, Sara L. Castle

DNP Projects

Background: Compassion fatigue is a significant problem in healthcare that can impact staff retention, job satisfaction, and patient outcomes. Code Lavender combats compassion fatigue by serving as a crisis intervention tool using evidence-based relaxation techniques, paired with increased support from Leadership.

Purpose: The purpose of this project was to evaluate the impact of Code Lavender on reported levels of compassion fatigue and burnout amongst pediatric bedside staff working on a 12-bed progressive care unit at a Children’s Hospital in a large Academic Medical Center.

Method: This study employed a pilot evaluation design, consisting of pre- and post-surveys utilizing questions from …

Advancing Root Trait Measurements For A Deeper Understanding Of Soil Biogeochemistry, Brian Rinehart

Theses and Dissertations--Plant and Soil Sciences

Climate change is disrupting (agro)ecosystems, with the potential for significant losses in crop productivity and ecosystem resilience due to changes in water and biogeochemical cycling. These disruptions can also release more carbon dioxide into the atmosphere through the degradation of soil organic matter. Plant roots have emerged as a potential tool for mitigating these effects, given their roles in plant function and in driving soil biogeochemistry. While this interest is growing, our ability to implement root trait selection is limited due to constraints on characterizing roots and limited clarity on the effects of traits on plant and ecosystem function. My …

Influence Of Industrial Hemp On Soil Health Parameters In A Kentucky Cropping System, Jack T. Eaker

Theses and Dissertations--Plant and Soil Sciences

Industrial hemp (fiber, floral, and grain: Cannabis sativa L.) legalization has prompted research into its incorporation into agronomic rotations and impacts on agroecosystem services such as nutrient dynamics. This study quantified the effects of integrating grain and fiber hemp on soil health, hypothesizing hemp would positively impact soil health due to its taproot, reported C benefits, and nutrient requirements. Conducted in Kentucky at two locations, a completely randomized block design included six crop rotation treatments, with soil cores collected at initiation (2020) and post three growing seasons (2023). Soil parameters analyzed included particulate organic matter, short-term CO2 mineralization, water-extractable organic …

Revolutionizing Grapevine Breeding Programs: A Mobile Genome Editing System For Perennial Crops, Bridget Bolt

Theses and Dissertations--Plant and Soil Sciences

Grapevine (Vitis vinifera) faces unprecedented challenges from climate change, with up to 90% of current growing regions potentially becoming unsuitable for production within decades. Traditional breeding approaches require 25-30 years for variety development, creating a time constraint incompatible with the pace of environmental change. This research establishes the approach for a novel mobile RNA-based gene editing platform that addresses longstanding bottlenecks in grapevine improvement while preserving cultivar identity and reducing breeding timelines.

This research developed a three-component system for transgene-free gene editing in grapevine. First, a mobile CRISPR/Cas9 system was established using Agrobacterium rhizogenes transformation and the cut-and-dip …