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Black Nurses In Leadership Roles: Resources And Opportunities Needed For Advancement, Patrick W. Petty

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

The lack of diversity in healthcare management is a social issue that can lead to increased implicit bias and adverse effects on patient care and quality. This study examined the underrepresentation of Black RNs in leadership roles within healthcare. The purpose of this qualitative descriptive study was to explore the perceptions of Black RNs in leadership regarding the opportunities and resources they need for advancement, as outlined in three research questions. A sample of 10 BSN nurses responded to 10 semi-structured interview questions, grounded in critical race theory. Codes were developed from responses, resulting in nine themes and 16 sub-themes, …

Exploring U.S. Sports Marketing Strategies For Maximizing A Fluid Fan Base, Dylan Houseworth

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Fluid fandom, characterized by consumers’ shifting allegiances across players, teams, and organizations, has become increasingly prevalent within the U.S. sports marketplace. Many U.S. sports marketing managers lack clearly defined, evidence-based strategies for effectively engaging fluid fans, creating uncertainty around how to maintain brand loyalty, competitive positioning, and long-term organizational viability. Grounded in Stryker’s identity theory, the purpose of this qualitative pragmatic inquiry was to explore the strategies U.S. sports marketing managers use to engage and maximize a fluid fan base. A purposeful sampling of six sports marketing professionals from U.S.-based organizations was selected, with each participant required to have a …

Staff Education On Evidence-Based Practice On External Factors That Impact Management Of Chronic Hypertension In African American Patients, Stella Ngozi Paul

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

This doctoral staff education project was developed to address a significant gap in nursing practice, specifically the limited knowledge of outpatient clinical staff regarding cultural, social, and health literacy factors that influence the management of chronic hypertension in African American (AA) patients. Through this project, I aimed to equip clinical staff with evidence-based, culturally competent strategies to promote equitable, patient-centered care. This project was guided by the following practice-focused question: Can an evidence-based practice educational session on how external factors impact the management of chronic hypertension in the AA population enhance staff knowledge and understanding? Using the analysis, design, development, …

Attachment Styles Of Women Who Are Attracted To Violent Incarcerated Men, Carolina Felix

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

In this qualitative study, attachment styles of women who are attracted to violent incarcerated men were investigated. Bowlby’s attachment styles were used to develop an insight into the women who are attracted to violent incarcerated men. Steinberg’s theory of love was used for a more intimate view into the women and their pursuit of relationships with incarcerated males. The findings revealed that the women identify as having anxious attachment styles and are insecure-ambivalent/resistant. Those with anxious attachment styles yearn to develop supportive relationships as their insecurities hinder them from developing trust, satisfaction, commitment, and interdependence. As for being insecure-ambivalent/resistant, it …

Information Technology Managers’ Strategies For Securing Organizational Networks From Cyberattacks, Damilola O. Jibowu

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Cyberattacks increasingly threaten enterprise networks, creating significant risks to sensitive data and business operations. The purpose of this qualitative pragmatic inquiry was to explore the strategies Information Technology (IT) managers use to secure organizational networks from cyberattacks. Participants consisted of seven experienced IT managers with a minimum of 5 years of network security management experience, purposefully selected through LinkedIn. The study was grounded in integrated systems theory, which emphasizes the interdependence of technology, processes, and risk management within organizations. Data were collected through semistructured interviews and document analysis to examine practical approaches to securing networks. Thematic analysis identified eight core …

Archaeology Of Roads: A Case Study Of The 18th-Century Surosowan–Tasikardi Old Road In Banten Lama As The Sultan’S Road, Destian Pandu Dwicahyo Santoso Putro, Ghilman Assilmi

Paradigma: Jurnal Kajian Budaya

Archaeological studies on roads in Indonesia remain relatively limited, although international research indicates that roads are not merely transportation infrastructure, but also embody social, political, and symbolic dimensions. A significant example is the ancient road in Banten Lama, which connects the Surosowan Palace with the artificial lake of Tasikardi. This study aims to present archaeological data and identify the distinctive characteristics of royal roads compared to common roads, applying a landscape archaeology approach within a post-processual paradigm. The research stages include data collection, processing, and interpretation through qualitative methods, encompassing literature review and field observation. The analysis shows that the …

The Silent Witness: The Journey Of Celibacy In The Life Of Diocesan Clergy Of Pagadian, Jumar T. Lague, Enrique C. Tapanan, Raven M. Leyte, Jinggle C. Selgas

Paradigma: Jurnal Kajian Budaya

Celibacy is a defining vow in the life of Catholic priests, requiring thorough preparation and ongoing commitment. While celibacy enables priests to devote themselves fully to ministry, it also presents challenges that can influence their fidelity to priesthood. This study aimed to explore how Catholic priests experience, sustain, and interpret their vow of celibacy within their ministry. Using a transcendental phenomenological design, ten diocesan priests from Pagadian, representing junior, middle, and senior clergy, were purposively selected and interviewed. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, validated with participant feedback, and analyzed thematically while bracketing researcher biases. The findings reveal that priests …

Research Reveals The Emotional Complexity Of Forgiveness, Don Feitel

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – Forgiveness is often viewed as a pathway to peace and healing, but new research suggests it may be more emotionally difficult than many people expect.

Relationships Win: Human Connection Outperforms Data In Collegiate Athletics, Chris Corr

Journal of Applied Sport Management

Advanced analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) occupy an increasing position and function within the institutional setting of collegiate athletics. At both the departmental and programmatic levels, collegiate athletic stakeholders have consistently increased their reliance on AI and data within decision-making processes and strategic development. Given its importance to competitive success, AI interfaces such as machine-based learning, predictive analysis, and natural language processing has been increasingly integrated within the recruiting process of prospective and transfer athletes. However, while such reliance on data-driven strategies and predictive analytics hold competitive value within the talent identification and evaluation process, the relational role of the …

Artificial Intelligence As A Catalyst For Systemic Sport Ecology, Ugo Arbieu, Laís Carneiro, Sonia Tieo, Franck Courchamp

Journal of Applied Sport Management

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping both sport management and environmental science, yet these developments have largely evolved in parallel. AI can serve not merely as a technical tool but also as a catalyst for systemic sport ecology, a field that integrates sport, digital innovation and environmental sustainability. Advances in discriminative, generative and agentic AI enable the synthesis of complex ecological and sport-related data, improving monitoring, forecasting, resource efficiency, policy design, and decision-making across scales. In doing so, AI offers a pathway beyond fragmented sustainability interventions and can support holistic approaches to the interconnected crises of climate change, pollution, and biodiversity …

Embodied Emotion At Scale: Sport As The Collective Emotion Laboratory For Human Development In The Age Of Ai, Hyun-Woo Lee, Junseok Kim, Yelim Yoo, Zhi Lu

Journal of Applied Sport Management

Sport represents humanity’s largest-scale emotion laboratory where intense competitive emotions are practiced within safe boundaries through collective participation. As artificial intelligence evolves to systematize virtual and digital experiences, sport's irreplaceable embodied practice of collective participation becomes more apparent, not less. This conceptual paper demonstrates how artificial intelligence can optimize emotional learning from large-scale sport experiences while highlighting, rather than replacing, their unique human development value. Authors propose a four-level framework positioning sport organizations as comprehensive emotional development centers that leverage AI-powered technologies, including video analytics capturing facial expressions, body movements, and collective synchrony, to systematize emotional intelligence development. The framework …

A Solar Pv System For Industrial Application- A Case Study Of A Cement Industry In Tanzania, Santos Kihwele

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

This study presents an implementation of the largest behind-the-meter solar photovoltaic (PV) system for a cement industry in Tanzania. The project aims to supply energy for the industry’s own use, without any energy injection into the utility grid, for the purposes of cutting energy-related expenditure and reducing reliance on the utility grid. The project also aims to contribute to the efforts towards the application of renewable and alternative energy sources as a means to reducing carbon footprints, towards achieving the net-zero CO₂ emission goal. A comprehensive site assessment was conducted, analyzing factors such as location, land availability, climate data, …

The Use Of Local Materials For The Interior Quality Of Swahili Building Design In Tanzania, Luiana Makundi, Jacob Lutta

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

Swahili architecture in Tanzania is recognized by spatial capacity to adapt environmental changes. This research explores the role of locally available materials in shaping the interior quality by focusing on functional, aesthetic appeal and supporting sustainable environment. A mixed-methods approach was applied which, involves field surveys, case study and interviews with different local professionals in building industry. Dar-es-Salaam was used as a case study area that was critically analysed to identify construction practices and applications of local materials in building interior spaces. A particular focus was placed on materials durability, aesthetic, ecological, environmental balance and thermal efficiency which seems to …

Optimization Of Welding Parameters For Carbon Steel Fabrication: A Trade-Off Between Tensile Strength And Heat-Affected Zone, Melkiory B. Njawala, Simon I. Marandu, Enock W. Nshama

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

This study focused on optimizing gas metal arc welding (GMAW) parameters for AISI 1045 carbon steel to balance the ultimate tensile strength (UTS) and heat affected zone (HAZ) size of the weldment. Using a full factorial design of experiments (27 trials), the influence of welding current, arc voltage, and travel speed on UTS and HAZ size of AISI 1045 carbon steel weldments were investigated. From the analysis of results, using Analysis of variance (ANOVA) technique, the results revealed that current, travel speed and arc voltage contributed 74.41%, 19.05% and 0.04%, respectively, to the total percentage of variations on UTS data. …

Clinical And Molecular Analysis Of Atp7b Variants Identified By Next-Generation Sequencing In Iraqi Adults With Wilson Disease, Ruqayah G.Y. Al-Obaidi, Bassam M.S. Al-Musawi

Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal

Objectives: This study aimed to identify and analyse ATP7B variants in Iraqi adults with Wilson disease (WD) by long-read next-generation sequencing. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted at the Poisoning Consultation Center at Ghazy Al-Hariri Hospital for Surgical Specialties and the Gastroenterology Consultation Clinic at Baghdad Teaching Hospital, Medical City in Baghdad, Iraq. Unrelated patients with clinical and biochemical features suggestive of WD were recruited between October 2022 and October 2023. DNA was extracted from peripheral blood samples. Variants in the ATP7B gene were identified using long-read next-generation sequencing and then analysed by in-silico tools. Results: A total of 45 …

Perbandingan Faktor Risiko Gangguan Kesehatan Gigi Dan Mulut Pada Usia 20-59 Tahun Berdasarkan Wilayah Di Indonesia: Analisis Survei Kesehatan Indonesia (Ski) Tahun 2023, Khadijah Qurrata Ayun, Asri Adisasmita Prof

Jurnal Epidemiologi Kesehatan Indonesia

Oral and dental health is one of the indicators of health, well- being, and quality of life. In addition, poor oral health can increase the economic burden, including treatment costs, loss of work productivity, and worsen the burden of other diseases. Globally, the average prevalence of dental and oral diseases is around 45%. In 2023, dental and oral health problems in Indonesia reach 57,6%. This study aims to analyze risk factors for dental and oral health disorders among people aged 20-59 years based on regions in Indonesia. This study uses a cross- sectional design. The secondary data used is data …

Simulation-Based Learning In Oral Radiology: Students’ Perceptions Of Training In Intraoral Radiographic Techniques Across Two Dental Institutes, Abeer A. Almashraqi, Ankur Jethlia, Rebecca Glanville, Hanin Daas, Kamran Ali

Peninsula Dental School

Objective: Simulation-based learning (SBL) in oral radiology offers a safe, structured environment that supports students’ transition to clinical practice. However, limited research has captured students' perceptions of SBL for intraoral radiography training. This study aimed to explore the perceptions of dental students about SBL in intraoral radiography using a mixed-methods approach across two dental institutions. Methods: Third-year undergraduate dental students from two institutions were recruited. All students were trained on both periapical (paralleling technique in Institution A and bisecting angle technique in Institution B) and bitewing radiographs using a mannequin. Data were collected through a 9-item Likert-scale survey and three …

How Slow Legislative Reform Allows For Fake News, The Remedies And Solutions To Modernize The Law, Christopher Kidwell

UC Law SF Communications and Entertainment Journal

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UC Law SF Communications and Entertainment Journal

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Combined Optimisation Of Machining Parameters, Tool Wear, Dimensional Errors And Quality Deviations In Multi-Pass Turning Operations, Mussa I. Mgwatu

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

Measurements of on-line tool wear and part dimensional accuracy in machining operations are not readily available in machining shop floor because they involve higher investment such that the decisions of tool wear and part quality for intermediate cutting passes cannot be justified. This paper demonstrates how the optimisation of machining parameters can be made together with tool wear and part quality for turning operations. Two optimisation models were developed for maximum material removal rate and minimum production cost. A theoretical framework was initially presented before the two models were formulated. Input data for the models were adopted from previous studies …

Integrative And Contextual Instructional Models For Strengthening Scientific Literacy In Primary And Secondary Education (2020–2025): A Systematic Literature And Bibliometric Review, Jihan Salsabillah Misel, Eko Handoyo, Ellianawati Ellianawati, Bambang Subali

Jurnal Pendidikan Sains

Improving students’ science literacy remains a persistent challenge in schools. Although studies since 2020 examine strategies to enhance science literacy, no synthesis has compared integrative models across levels. This review addresses that gap through a PRISMA-based Systematic Literature Review of 1,518 records, with 24 studies included and supported by VOSviewer mapping. Findings show that Problem-Based Learning, STEM-based learning, and the RADEC model are the most effective approaches, while Differentiated Instruction, Flipped Classroom, and Project-Based Learning strengthen reasoning and scientific attitudes. These results offer guidance for classroom implementation and inform policy on teacher training and curriculum design within the Merdeka Curriculum.

Integration Of Islamic Values In Mathematics Learning, Ai Mulya, Surya Faradiba

Jurnal Pendidikan Sains

This study aims to identify the integration of Islamic values in mathematics learning and its contribution to student character development. The method used is a systematic literature study by reviewing relevant accredited scientific articles. The results of the study indicate that the integration of Islamic values is carried out through the preparation of Islamic-context-based mathematics problems, linking concepts to verses of the Qur'an and hadith, the application of ethnomathematics with Islamic cultural nuances, and the introduction of Islamic economic concepts. The dominant values that emerge include honesty, responsibility, discipline, justice, and piety. These findings indicate that the integration of Islamic …

Timing Of Antiviral Compounds (Quercetin, Acyclovir, And Chalcone) For The Management Of Papaya Ringspot Virus In Zucchini (Cucurbita Pepo L), Hamada A. Farouk, Fikry G. Fahmy, Osama A. Abdallah, Amal I. Eraky, Ahmed M. Samy

Journal of King Abdulaziz University: Meteorology, Environment and Arid Land Agriculture

The use of antiviral compounds presents a promising strategy for managing plant viruses such as Papaya ringspot virus(PRSV), which infects zucchini and numerous other crops worldwide, leading to significant yield losses. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of three antiviral compounds-quercetin, acyclovir, and chalcone-against PRSV under greenhouse conditions. Treatments were applied at three concentrations (100, 200, and 500 ppm) and at two different time points post-inoculation (2 days and 9 days), representing early and late applications, respectively. The results revealed that, the early application; 2 days with the concentrations of 100 and 200~ppm reduced significantly PRSV disease severity …

Diversity Of Pollen Grains And Their Allergenic Potential At The Roshn Waterfront, Jeddah Corniche, Saudi Arabia, Amal Aldhebiani, Raghad Alzahrani, Lama Alzahrani, Lama Al-Zubaidi, Athari Jarrah, Samaher Sharahili

Journal of King Abdulaziz University: Meteorology, Environment and Arid Land Agriculture

Jeddah, a prominent coastal city along the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia, has experienced significant urban growth, particularly around the Roshn Waterfront, a vital area for recreation and green spaces. Urban green spaces are known to boost biodiversity and enhance public health, but they may also pose allergenic risks due to the presence of airborne pollen. This study explores the variety of ornamental plants found at the Roshn Waterfront and examines the allergenic properties associated with their pollen. We identified 23 different plant species from 14 families along a 4-kilometre stretch from AlNawras Square to Atallah Happy Land Park. Each …

Effect Of Plant Stimulants With Mixed Fertilizer On Growth And Yield Of Tomato Under Desert Conditions, Md Golap Hossain, Magdi Ali Ahmed Mousa, Samir Gamil Al-Solimani

Journal of King Abdulaziz University: Meteorology, Environment and Arid Land Agriculture

Plant stimulants improve plant growth and development by efficiently enhancing nutrient utilization for agricultural sustainability. The objective of this study was to determine the effect and optimum rates of MiZax-3 and Zif-8, on growth and yield of tomato during 2022/23 and 2023/24 growing seasons. We found a significant increase in plant height (9%), number of branches (39.5%) and number of leaves (50%) with MiZax-3+Zif-8 at low (2.5 and 5 μM) concentrations at 100% and 75% fertilizer levels during both seasons. Importantly, yield per plot with MiZax-3+Zif-8 (2.5 and 5 μM) treatments increased 64.4% and 69.7% compared to control …

Low Utilization Of Intracavernosal Injection And Penile Doppler Ultrasound In The Evaluation Of Erectile Dysfunction And Peyronie's Disease, Joon Yau Leong, Tyler Gaines, Zachary J. Prebay, David Ebbott, Paul H. Chung

Department of Urology Faculty Papers

INTRODUCTION: Despite the diagnostic value of intracavernosal injections (ICI) and penile Doppler ultrasound (PDUS), there remain barriers to widespread clinical adaptation of these methods. The study aimed to evaluate the practice patterns of utilization of ICI and PDUS in the assessment of erectile dysfunction (ED) and Peyronie's disease (PD).

METHODS: Using the TriNetX database (Cambridge, MA, USA), adult (≥18 years) male patients with a diagnosis of ED on oral phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitors were identified. Current Procedural Terminology codes were utilized to identify patients who underwent further evaluation with ICI or PDUS, as well as penile prosthesis placement after PDUS. A …

Using The Practice Based Coaching Model For Professional Development In Head Start Programs, Julia Cuevas Guerra

Human Development and School Services Faculty Publications

A mixed-methods descriptive single-case research design explored the effects of implementing the Practice-Based Coaching (PBC) model at a South Texas Early Head Start Center. Three bilingual coaches used the Practiced-Based Coaching model to provide professional development on emergent biliteracy instruction for three bilingual teachers of 2- to 3-year-olds. Coaches and teachers used reflexive journals, focus groups, pre- and post-observation checklists, and surveys to share their views and experiences with the Practice-Based Coaching model. Results showed the Practice Based Coaching model is effective teacher and coach training. The model’s ripple effect fostered a coach-teacher collaboration via social learning, boosting teachers’ emergent …

Implementing The Practice Based Coaching Model For Inclusion In Early Childhood Education, Julia Cuevas Guerra

Human Development and School Services Faculty Publications

This mixed method descriptive single case research explored the effects of implementing the Practice-Based Coaching (PBC) model at an Early Head Start Center in South Texas. The Practice-Based Coaching model provided professional development by three bilingual coaches to three bilingual teachers of young children ages 2-3 about emergent biliteracy instruction. Data was collected from coaches and teachers through reflexive journals, focus group interview, pre and post observation checklists and surveys to get their perceptions and experiences with the Practice-Based Coaching model. The findings showed the Practice Based Coaching model is an effective learning practice for teachers and coaches. The model …

Instrument Response Functions Of The Antarctic Demonstrator For The Advanced Particle-Astrophysics Telescope (Adapt), Wenlei Chen, James H. Buckley, Marion Sudvarg

Computer Science Faculty Research & Creative Works

The Antarctic Demonstrator for the Advanced Particle-astrophysics Telescope (ADAPT) gamma-ray/cosmic-ray instrument serves as a precursor to the proposed APT mission. The APT mission is designed to improve sensitivity in the MeV-TeV gamma-ray range by an order of magnitude compared to current missions and is optimized for dark-matter and multimessenger research. The ADAPT instrument uses scintillating fibers for particle tracking and sodium-doped cesium iodide (CsI:Na) tiles read out with wavelength shifting (WLS) fibers for imaging, with solid-state silicon photomultipliers (SiPMs) for calorimetry. It includes four layers of imaging calorimeter detectors and scintillating-fiber trackers, functioning both as a Compton and Pair telescope …

Bell Hooks’ Sisterhood Model: An Integration Of Religious Congregations And Women’S Advocacy In The Philippines, Ariane Shelley Q. Pepito

Social Sciences and Development Review

In the Philippines, Catholic religious sisters serve their communities as teachers, nurses, leaders, and companions, as a commitment to their chosen vocations. While their acts of service and charity is a sincere commitment to Gospel, their identities continue to be veiled and shaped by the enduring image of a Madonna: a symbol of womanhood inspired in the figure of Mary characterized by purity, chastity, obedience, and maternal devotion. This image, although revered, also places expectations on how sisters are seen and see themselves creating tension between ecclesial identity and public advocacy. This study explores how Filipino Catholic sisters reconcile traditional …