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Global Data Flows X ‘Digital Trade Law’: Instruments, Institutions, And Infrastructures, Craig Atkinson

Centre for Digital Law

With a vision to become the ‘premier law and technology research centre in Asia’ and combine law, computer science, and digital humanities scholarship, the digital economy is one of four clusters of focus under the recently established Singapore Management University (SMU) Centre for Digital Law (CDL) at the Yong Pung How School of Law (YPHSL).

To investigate digital economy-related issue areas in collaboration with the University of Lucerne’s Trade Law 4.0 project, the forthcoming white paper ‘Data Free Flow with Trust (DFFT): Cross-Border Cooperation and Digital Trade on the Edge’ opens with a provocative statement: Globally, ‘economic governance’ is becoming …

Racial Disparities In Adherence To Diabetes Management Guidelines: The Impact Of Immigration Status Among Asian Populations In The U.S., Aliya Kuerban Phd, Fnp-Bc, Ms, Ma, Rn, Yuging Zhang

Nursing: Faculty Presentations

Background/Purpose

Asian populations in the U.S. demonstrate lower adherence to diabetes management guidelines compared to other racial groups. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) recommends a minimum of two annual A1C tests to manage diabetes effectively. This study examines racial disparities in adherence to these guidelines, focusing on the impact of immigration-related factors and patient perceptions of provider communication. The findings aim to identify barriers and inform strategies to enhance diabetes management and improve patient-provider interactions in underserved communities.

Theoretical/Conceptual Framework

This study employs a modified patient-provider communication model as its theoretical framework, emphasizing how effective communication can influence adherence to …

Building An Evidence-Based, Innovative, Special Education Program To Fit The Needs Of New York City Schools And Students, Ginny Dembek, Yoon-Joo Lee, Stella Kyprianou

Publications and Research

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Art. Iii-Gpt, Nick Mckinley

Catholic University Journal of Law and Technology

This article recommends the development and deployment of an Artificial Intelligence (AI) large language model (LLM) tool by and for the federal judiciary. LLMs are revolutionizing legal practice, and judges should accordingly be familiar and in regular practice with LLM technology. LLMs can greatly assist the courts by increasing operational efficiency and public access to justice. Particularly, LLMs can improve efficiency in legal research, legal writing, and administration. LLMs present limitations or potential problems in the form of prompt dependency and harmful bias, limitations of data in their training sets, privacy and confidentiality, and the production of false or fabricated …

Influence Of Sociocultural Aspects And Home Modification On Fall Risks Mitigation Among The Elderly In Thailand, Sumavalee Chindapol

NAKHARA (Journal of Environmental Design and Planning)

This study investigates the impact of sociocultural dimensions on home modifications aimed at mitigating fall risks among elderly individuals residing in community settings. Personal measurements and questionnaire interviews were conducted across five regions in Thailand. Additionally, fall risk assessments were performed on the households of the elderly participants. These assessments incorporated both personal health factors and environmental risks associated with falls, resulting in quantifiable scores. The factors included health conditions, body size, sociocultural factors such as family conditions, physical-cultural aspects of elevated houses, bathroom and bedroom. The research revealed that these factors are significantly associated with fall risk (ρ <0.01), except body dimensions. Differences in body size among elderly individuals in different regions were significantly related to incidences of fall risk (ρ <0.05 in Chiang Mai female, Khonkaen male, Rangsit female, and Songkhla female). The contribution of this research is that different regions have varying body limitations and living culture. It was concluded that elderly females in Chiang Mai are at the highest risk of falling due to body shrinkage, residing in vernacular houses with hazards, and living alone. Overall, universal design may not be directly applicable for home modification in each region.  Consequently, the study suggested that home modifications alone may not offer a comprehensive solution for mitigating fall risks as sociocultural factors related to living conditions also play a significant role in shaping these outcomes.

Evaluating And Optimizing Acoustical Reverberation Time And Material Cost For Classrooms Using Building Information Modeling (Bim) And Generative Design (Gd) Tools, Chavanont Khosakitchalert, Taki Eddine Seghier

NAKHARA (Journal of Environmental Design and Planning)

Reverberation time (RT) measures how long sound takes to decay in a space, affecting speech intelligibility and sound quality. Calculating RT using Sabine’s formula is time-consuming and error-prone due to manual extraction of room volume and material surface areas. Balancing RT and cost further complicates material selection. This paper automates RT calculation and optimization using Building Information Modeling (BIM) and generative design (GD). Sound absorption coefficients are input into a BIM model’s material properties, and visual programming (VP) extracts room geometries, materials, and absorption coefficients to compute RT and material costs. A multi-objective optimization algorithm in Autodesk GD identifies the …

A Comparative Analysis Of 21st Century Housing Development Planning In Asian Metropolises, Montouch Maglumtong, Kundoldibya Panitchpakdi, Querida Khotcharee

NAKHARA (Journal of Environmental Design and Planning)

Housing development planning in the 21st century involves addressing diverse challenges and opportunities across different regions of the world. Asia is the fastest-growing economic region, with many metropolises containing vast housing and urban development, including high-density living, aging populations, economic disparities, and natural disasters. This article aims to analyze and compare the housing development in the 21st century in major Asian metropolises, including Beijing, Tokyo, Singapore, and Bangkok, specifically in terms of housing policies, housing organizations, and laws and regulations. The study used secondary data from documents, research, theses, and related articles, along with interviews of experts to synthesize the …

“Para-Para Api” : Vernacular Architecture Of Nutmeg Farmers’ Settlements In The Banda Islands, Maluku, Indonesia, Joko Adianto, Rizki Hermawan, Hendrajaya Isnaeni, Christina Leigh Geros, Salsa Muafiroh, Muhamad Iko Kersapati, Nurachman Iriyanto, Mohamad Atqa

NAKHARA (Journal of Environmental Design and Planning)

This article examines the Para-Para Api (PPA), a modest yet enduring form of vernacular architecture developed by nutmeg-farming households in the Banda Islands, Maluku. While spice-route scholarship has largely focused on palaces, forts, and trading ports, little attention has been given to the everyday structures that sustain nutmeg production. The study investigates the architectural characteristics and socio-cultural roles of the PPA, particularly how vernacular building practices adapted influences from colonial-era smokehouses within a household-scale context. Using qualitative methods that combine field surveys, architectural documentation, and semi-structured interviews with nutmeg farmers across several Bandanese settlements, the research analyzes construction techniques, spatial …

The Radiation Oncology Department : Design Guidelines, Implementation Challenges, And Lessons Learned In Thai Public Hospitals, Kullathida Sangnin, Traiwat Viryasiri, Vikrom Laovisutthichai, Noramon Panjapiyakul, Sasipa Onthong

NAKHARA (Journal of Environmental Design and Planning)

The radiation oncology department (ROD) is a specialized healthcare unit utilizing advanced radiation technologies to deliver precise cancer treatment, which demand complex coordination of space, safety, and multidisciplinary workflows. Although several ROD design guidelines exist, they are tailored to developed economies, remain piecemeal, and lack comprehensive feedback from practitioners in other socio-cultural conditions regarding their implementation process, difficulties, and outcomes. This research thus (1) synthesizes ROD design guidelines, (2) investigates the implementation challenges, and (3) collects insights and experiences from healthcare professionals involved in ROD operations. A mixed-method approach is employed, incorporating literature review, construction drawing analysis, site visits, and …

Emotion Inferences: An Integrative And Dynamic Process, Srishti Goel

Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences Dissertations

Our understanding of what others around us feel, a process referred to as emotion inference, fundamentally shapes our behavior and social interactions. Early work largely focused on how people infer emotions from isolated, static, canonical facial expressions. Accumulating evidence and theoretical advancements suggest that emotion inference, instead, is a complex process that involves making meaning about a target’s experience by dynamically synthesizing information from multiple sources with existing knowledge. Yet, a comprehensive empirical account that captures this complexity is largely missing from the literature. In this dissertation, I propose and systematically test a research framework that addresses this complexity of …

Canine-Assisted Spiritual Care Handbook: Integrating Facility Dogs Into Professional Chaplaincy Practice, Ann M. Snowberger

Doctor of Ministry

This project's researcher finds that Spiritual Care Facility Dog Teams (dog handlers and their dogs) lack resources and practical guides to advance Canine-Assisted Spiritual Care (CA-SC) in healthcare and facility settings. The Canine-Assisted Spiritual Care Handbook offers a comprehensive guide for establishing and sustaining CA-SC programs. It promotes standardized terminology, ethical practices, and interdisciplinary collaboration. By featuring practical tools, case studies, and training plans, the handbook supports the professional development of chaplains. Its holistic framework enhances spiritual, emotional, and physical wellness, while emphasizing the well-being of both handlers and their working dogs. The handbook’s focus on program sustainability and real-world …

Elder As Disciplemaker: God’S Strategy For World Change, Dan Turis

Doctor of Ministry

This research examines Christian discipleship’s theological, historical, and structural dynamics, emphasizing its central role in addressing the decline of church attendance in the Western church. Recent data, such as Barna’s 2020 report indicating a 50% drop in regular church attendance, underscores a more profound issue beyond numerical decline—namely, a crisis of commitment and spiritual formation. The church’s inability to cultivate a community of believers who follow Jesus as disciples highlights a shift from relational, life-on-life mentorship to programmatic, clergy-centered approaches. Historically, discipleship was characterized by a personal mentoring relationship where elders or spiritual leaders walked alongside believers to guide their …

A Mathematical Modeling Approach To Investigate The Impacts Of Post-Infection Mortality And Partial Immunity On Disease Endemicity, Brendan M. Shrader

Honors Undergraduate Theses

A number of infectious diseases cause post-infection conditions or complications, such as COVID- 19, Q fever, and Polio. These conditions result in recovered individuals having a higher mortality rate than susceptibles, and this can impact disease dynamics. An existing mass-action model in the literature that incorporated post-infection mortality was shown to have limit cycles, or persistent oscillations, in the infected population. To better understand what causes these limit cycles, we develop and analyze a new epidemiological model with standard incidence. We show standard results, including the existence, uniqueness, and stability of the disease-free and endemic equilibria, and we rule out …

Emotion Processing In Adolescents With Epilepsy And Healthy Controls Using Multi-Modal Neuroimaging, Frances Kathryn E. King

Bioengineering Dissertations - Archive

Epilepsy is increasingly recognized as a disorder not only of seizures but also of widespread network dysfunction, impacting cognitive and emotional processing. One critical cognitive process affected in epilepsy is emotional conflict processing, which relies on the interplay of multiple brain networks. However, the spatiotemporal dynamics of emotional conflict processing in epilepsy, particularly in adolescents, have remained poorly understood. This dissertation investigated the neural mechanisms underlying emotional conflict processing in typically developing adolescents and adolescents with epilepsy using magnetoencephalography (MEG). The first study elucidated the spatiotemporal profile of emotional conflict processing in 24 typically developing adolescents using magnetoencephalography (MEG). Cluster-based …

Neurovascular Coupling Impairments In Acute Traumatic Brain Injury: An Eeg-Nirs Analysis, Zachary Armstrong

Bioengineering Theses - Archive

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a major cause of neurological impairment, often leading to variable recovery and uncertain prognosis in the neurocritical care setting. There is a pressing clinical need for robust, physiologically grounded biomarkers to inform prognosis and therapeutic decision-making in acute TBI. This thesis investigates neurovascular coupling (NVC), the physiological coordination between neuronal activity and cerebral blood flow, as a candidate biomarker for brain function and recovery after injury.

A prospective cohort study was performed using simultaneous electroencephalography (EEG) and near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) recordings in patients with moderate-to-severe TBI and healthy controls. Wavelet transform coherence (WTC) analysis was …

Sexual And Reproductive Health Access Among Racial/Ethnic Minority College Students, Srithanvi Pasunuri

Honors Undergraduate Theses

Sexual and reproductive health (SRH) is critical for individual well-being, yet significant disparities in access persist among racial and ethnic minority college students in the United States. These inequities, driven by systemic barriers such as financial constraints, cultural stigmas, and inadequate campus resources, contribute to higher rates of unintended pregnancies, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and poor health outcomes within these populations. This systematic review aims to identify and synthesize existing literature on the barriers to SRH access for racial and ethnic minority college students, explore how cultural, social, and institutional factors influence service utilization, and assess interventions proven effective in …

Factors Involved On The Attribution Of Consciousness To Generative Artificial Intelligence And Its Impact On Trust, Sophia Fernanda Sakakibara Olgini Capello

Honors Undergraduate Theses

This study investigates the cognitive factors influencing the perception of mind in generative artificial intelligence systems, focusing on the role of prior experiences with them, theory of mind (ToM), and the tendency to anthropomorphize. The research examined how these factors predict perceived consciousness in ChatGPT and impact users' trust in this system, specifically exploring: (1) how ToM and anthropomorphism contribute to AI consciousness perception, (2) how prior AI experiences influence consciousness attribution, (3) the relationship between consciousness attribution and trust in AI, and (4) how perceptions of AI consciousness relate to mind perception in other entities. Undergraduates (N= 220) completed …

Reentry Realities: Examining The Role Of Aftercare Programs In Supporting Justice-Involved Youth, Lynda Girven

Honors Undergraduate Theses

The current study examined if aftercare and reentry programs helped to reduce recidivism among youth who have been involved in the juvenile system, and specifically, youth released from residential placement facilities. Different components of aftercare programs were also examined, such as the inclusion of mentoring or family support, how many services were offered, and if the program followed the Risk-Need-Responsivity (RNR) model. Through completing a systematic review of studies published since 2008, five studies met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. All five studies found that the youth who received services through aftercare programs were less likely to reoffend than youth …

Examining The Impact Of Resilience And Sense Of Community On Mental Health And Academic Performance, Samara B. Coleman

Honors Undergraduate Theses

Within the United States, a third of college-aged young adults are diagnosed with at least one psychological disorder. Resilience, the ability to bounce back from adversity, has been shown to help mitigate the adverse effects of burnout and stress, and support academic performance in some cases. Additionally, a sense of community has also been shown to be crucial in buffering the negative consequences of adversity. The following research questions guide this study: 1) How significant a role does the community play in resilience and mental health? 2) How does resiliency relate to the academic performance of students experiencing varying levels …

The Evolution Of Surveillance And The Decline Of Privacy, Alan J. Geyer

Honors Undergraduate Theses

This study directly examines how surveillance law and technology have evolved in the United States and how privacy rights have declined correspondingly. The study specifically focuses on how advancements in surveillance technology have overstepped the boundaries of Fourth Amendment protections and analyzes whether these provisions are adequate for protecting citizens in the modern technological era. The study explores newly employed methods of technological surveillance, such as facial recognition, data collection, and automated license plate readers. It focuses on how government surveillance programs have reshaped legal and ethical understandings of privacy. The changes in surveillance and technology have been analyzed by …

The Association Between Pain Sensitivity And Low Energy Availability, Sleep, Mental Health, And Stress In Female Endurance Athletes, Taylor R. Moler

Honors Undergraduate Theses

The disruption of certain physiological functions due to low energy availability (LEA) in female endurance athletes is a prominent concern. This condition resulting from LEA has been described as Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S), which can include alterations in metabolism, menstrual function, bone deposition and resorption, mental well-being, and more. The goal of this study was to determine whether pain sensitivity was associated with LEA, sleep, mental health, and stress in female endurance athletes. Participants completed a demographic survey, the Low Energy Availability in Females Questionnaire (LEAF-Q), the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-4), and …

Navigating The Intersections: Immigration, Diversity Of The Workforce, Precarious Work, And Vulnerabilities In Occupational Safety And Health, Daniel Côté, Jessica Dubé

Éditoriaux, lettres à l'éditeur

Dans un contexte de mondialisation croissante, la migration est une réalité incontournable qui expose les travailleurs migrants et autochtones à des conditions précaires et à des vulnérabilités accrues en matière de santé et sécurité du travail (SST). Les formes d’emploi précaires – contrats temporaires, travail à temps partiel ou informel – touchent de manière disproportionnée ces travailleurs, limitant leur accès aux droits et protections. Les travailleurs autochtones, particulièrement en milieu rural et dans des secteurs à risque, font face à des défis similaires en raison de marginalisations historiques et structurelles.

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Humboldt Redwoods State Park: The Complete Guide — Reissue With New Introduction, Jerry Rohde, Gisela Rohde, Larry Eifert

Archives & Reprint Series (imprint)

Humboldt Redwoods State Park protects the largest redwood groves on Earth. Within this majestic preserve, visitors can easily encounter the beauty of the natural world. Jerry and Gisela Rohde have explored the entire 51,000-acre Park, creating a guide to its terrain, inhabitants, and history that is both comprehensive and entertaining. Hiking, mountain biking, auto-touring, and camping all receive complete coverage. Spiced with anecdotes and over 70 “Plant Profiles” the entire narrative is elegantly illustrated by noted local artist Larry Eifert. From finding the perfect picnic spot along the Avenue of the Giants to planning an extended back country bike trip, …

Redwood National & State Parks Tales, Trails, & Auto Tours, Jerry Rohde, Gisela Rohde, Larry Eifert

Archives & Reprint Series (imprint)

California’s far North Coast and its four redwood parks come alive in this wide-ranging, profusely illustrated guidebook. TALES: from shipwrecks to logging camps to expired elephants, 50 amusing and informative historical accounts describe the region’s most fascinating people, places, and events. TRAILS: “25 favorite hikes” take you through ancient redwood forests, across flower-filled prairies, and along seldom seen sections of the coast. AUTO TOURS: a dozen intriguing drives explore the parks’ highways and byways. PLUS: more than 150 maps and drawings by renowned redwood artist Larry Eifert, extensive lists of plants and wildlife, and an easy-to-use “Quick Guide” that puts …

Remixing An Open Psychology Text, Cynthia Calkins

Open Educational Resources

This assignment, created for a workshop on remixing OER, asks students to analyze a passage from an OER textbook on Psychology. The passage can be edited or remixed by instructors and can be further remixed by students in their responses.

Active Learning With Oer: Close Reading Cuny Iee Principles, Sara Meister

Open Educational Resources

This "low-tech" module created by Sara Meister uses principles from active learning, asking students to do close reading in short bursts and interleave their analysis with reflection. This assignment was created for a workshop on OER-Based Active Learning at John Jay College.

Dies Legibiles V

Dies Legibiles

Welcome to the fifth volume of Dies Legibiles!

As always, I was blown away this year by the superb work undergraduate students submitted to this journal, some first forays into medieval studies and others final projects before pursuing a graduate degree in the field. If the submissions to Dies Legibiles are any indication, the next generation of medievalists are thinking deeply about the past, about which histories have been neglected, and about what those histories reveal about the present moment.

Analysis Of Key Lncrna Related To Parkinson’S Disease Based On Gene Co-Expression Weight Networks, Wenwen Liang, Wei Zhao, Binghan Li, Jiaying Luo, Xuemei Li, Weihua Jia

Neurosciences

ABSTRACT Objectives: To identify a key Long chain non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) related to PD and provide a new perspective on the role of LncRNAs in Parkinson’s disease (PD) pathophysiology. Methods: Our study involved analyzing gene chips from the substantia nigra and white blood cells, both normal and PD-inclusive, in the Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) database, utilizing a weighted gene co-expression network analysis (WGCNA). The technique of WGCNA facilitated the examination of differentially expressed genes (DEGs) in the substantia nigra and the white blood cells of individuals with PD. When merged with clinical data, gene modules containing crucial clinical details were …

Do People With Multiple Sclerosis In Saudi Arabia Want To Know Their Prognosis? A Cross-Sectional Nationwide Study, Yaser M. Al Malik, Awad S. Alharbi, Mohammed A. Alfurayh, Abdulaziz A. Aldalaan, Abdulazeez M. Alzailaie, Eid D. Alanazi, Ahmad A. Abulaban, Seraj O. Makkawi, Asma A. Alanazi

Neurosciences

ABSTRACT Objectives: To investigate whether Persons with MS (pwMS) in Saudi Arabia want to discuss their long-term prognosis (LTP) and the factors influencing this decision using a self-administered online questionnaire. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, an online questionnaire was distributed from December 2022 to July 2023 across Saudi Arabia to determine pwMS interest in discussing their LTP. Participants included patients over 18 years, of any gender, diagnosed with MS. A nonprobability convenience sampling technique was used, with questionnaires sent through MS organizations and channels. Results: Almost two-thirds (66–68%) of the 375 respondents reported that their LTP had never been discussed …

Ranking The Difficulty Of The Cognitive Tasks In Dual-Tasks During Walking In Healthy Adults, Jaser S. Almutairi, Shady A. Alshewier, Abdulaziz A. Alkathiry

Neurosciences

ABSTRACT Objectives: To rank the cognitive tasks commonly used in clinical practices based on their difficulties in healthy adults while walking. Dual tasks have been widely used in clinical settings for different purposes such as detecting early cognitive impairments and identifying fall risk factors among the population of neurological diseases. Methods: This cross-sectional study, conducted from January to March 2021, included a sample of 26 healthy adults who were asked to demonstrate six different cognitive tasks at random while performing a gait speed test. An accelerometer positioned on the lower back at the umbilical level was used to measure participants’ …