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Tattooed Geographies: Exploring Tattoos And Its Relationship With Breast Cancer And Emotional Well-Being, Pearlin Teow

School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences Theses

This thesis examined the lived experiences of breast cancer through the lens of survivability. Drawing on the embodied, spatial, temporal, emotional-affective experiences of women after the end of breast cancer treatment, this thesis unpacks the geographies present within the everyday life of living with, through and on from breast cancer. This thesis also examined how women living with breast cancer engaged with different forms of breast cancer related tattoos to understand and negotiate with their lived experiences. It also examined the different spaces and relations of care present within the practice of breast cancer related tattooing. Methodology wise, this research …

Competitive Populism, Madhav Khosla

Faculty Scholarship

The preoccupation of comparative constitutional lawyers over the past decade or so has been the rise of authoritarian populism. This chapter focuses on one possible pathway that might follow our present political moment: competitive populism. This phase will involve a certain kind of institutional vacuum: the prior institutions, associated with liberal constitutional democracy, will not lend themselves to being rebooted. In reflecting on this possible future, this chapter explores the nature and form of deinstitutionalization that has occurred under authoritarian populism, and the elements that define the emerging constitutional framework. The implication here is that what will be crucial …

Synergistic Or Siloed? Communicative Practices In Dual-Earner Parents' Boundary Navigation And Implications For Gendered Work-Family Experiences, Jasmine Kelland, Laura Radcliffe, Grace Williams, Jo Gregory-Chialton

Plymouth Business School

It is well established that in contemporary Western society, work and family (WF) are often navigated by both members of a parenting couple. However, existing understandings regarding the communicative processes by which both parents navigate, and relationally co-construct WF boundaries together, remain somewhat of a theoretical blind spot. This study provides insights into the relational communicative practices that coupled, heterosexual parents engage in when navigating WF boundaries. Our couple-level data collected during the UK Covid-19 lockdown period, in which both parents simultaneously experienced boundary disruption, explore the communicative practices or ‘tactics’ engaged in to relationally navigate boundaries in this context. …

Tryptophan Kynurenine Pathway-Based Imaging Agents For Brain Disorders And Oncology-From Bench To Bedside, Erik Stauff, Wenqi Xu, Heidi H. Kecskemethy, Sigrid A. Langhans, Vinay V. R. Kandula, Lauren W. Averill, Xuyi Yue

Jefferson Hospital Staff Papers and Presentations

Tryptophan (Trp)-based radiotracers have excellent potential for imaging many different types of brain pathology because of their involvement with both the serotonergic and kynurenine (KYN) pathways. However, radiotracers specific to the kynurenine metabolism pathway are limited. In addition, historically Trp-based radiopharmaceuticals were synthesized with the short-lived isotope carbon-11. A newer generation of Trp-based imaging agents using the longer half-lived and commercially available isotopes, such as fluorine-18 and iodine-124, are being developed. The newly developed amino acid-based tracers have been demonstrated to have favorable radiochemical and imaging characteristics in pre-clinical studies. However, many barriers still exist in the clinical translation of …

Georgia Southern University Leadership And Community Engagement Posters, Zach S. Henderson Library Special Collections

Finding Aids

Spanning 2007 to 2016, this collection contains posters from Georgia Southern University’s Marketing and Student Success Office used as promotional materials for the Georgia Southern University’s various lectures series and concerts.

Nature-Based Practices In Early Childhood Through An Occupational Therapy Lens, Angela Mossman

Occupational Therapy Capstones

Background: Early childhood experiences are the building blocks for all future behavior and health (Warmbold,2015). These experiences, whether positive or negative, build the foundation of the brain's architecture (Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University, 2016). The developing brain comprises neural connections that develop through an ongoing process that begins before birth and continues into adulthood (Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University, 2016). This capstone project aims to demonstrate the therapeutic benefits of naturebased practices through the lens of occupational therapy. Ginsburg et al. (2007) stated that play is essential for optimal child development. The benefits of …

Addressing Occupational Challenges Through Multimodal Educational And Training Intervention Approaches To Improve Health Outcomes For Caregivers And Care Recipients, Skye Gross

Occupational Therapy Capstones

Background: Family caregivers represent approximately 20% of the U.S. population (American Association for Retired Persons [AARP], 2020), with a prevalence linked to the rise of conditions and critical care needs among the baby boomer population. Family members are often relied upon to ensure the basic health needs of their loved ones as the complexity of care increases. On average, family caregivers dedicated 24 or more hours a week to caregiving tasks while fulfilling work and other essential functions. Nearly 50% provided high-intensity care to recipients with complex medical conditions with limited formal training (Reinhardt et al., 2019). These extreme levels …

Integrating A Canine Comfort Program With Occupational Therapy Services For Emerging Adults With Mental Health Diagnoses, Emily Vieth

Occupational Therapy Capstones

Background: Mental health plays a critical role in the lives of emerging adults (ages 18-29) including how they identify, their coping strategies, and social skills (Matud et al., 2020). Occupational therapists (OTs) can play a vital role in the management of depressive and anxiety symptoms for the promotion of an individual’s well-being (American Occupational Therapy Association [AOTA], 2020). OT can address depressive and anxiety symptoms through the incorporation of animal-assisted therapy (AAT). AAT is a therapeutic approach that uses animals to improve overall health and well-being (Pandey et al., 2024). Though still limited in evidencebased research, emerging interventions like canine …

Pelvic Health Rehabilitation: A Guide For Postpartum Women In Rural Areas To Enhance Occupational Engagement, Joslynn Kay Parks

Occupational Therapy Capstones

Background: Of the over 3 million births in the US each year, 570,000 women experience a birth related injury, leading to pelvic health issues during the postpartum period (DeLancey et al., 2024). Pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) affects 25% of American women, directly impacting quality of life (QoL), psychosocial factors, and the ability to successfully engage in meaningful occupation (Baker et al., 2017; Burkhart et al., 2021; Khan, 2023; Nygaard et al., 2008; Peinado Molina et al., 2023; Synder et al., 2022b). Although PFD has a neuromuscular etiology, the physiological effects can lead to psychosocial impacts, including, but not limited, to …

Accessibility Of Higher Education: Supporting Student Self-Advocacy, Morgan Diane Halliday

Occupational Therapy Capstones

As of the 2020-2021 academic year, 1 in 5 undergraduate students reported having a disability (National Center for Education Statistics, n.d.). College students with disabilities (CSWD) face social and physical environmental barriers to higher education due to exclusive policies, procedures, and designs. In turn, occupational engagement is decreased, inhibiting participation in education. A college education can support career opportunities, financial stability, and personal development (Plotner & May, 2019). Therefore, it is essential that CSWD have equitable access. Despite efforts from college campuses to become more accessible, gaps remain that require CSWD to be self-advocates. The purpose of this project was …

Coming To Your Senses: A Guide For Sensory Considerations In Higher Education, Aspen D. Delano

Occupational Therapy Capstones

Background: Sensory stimuli bombard humans at every point during their day. Senses are the avenue through which humanity interacts with its world. Individuals have varying thresholds of sensory stimuli. When people face more stimuli than they can cope with, they struggle to interact with the world around them. This can pose a significant challenge for graduate-level college students due to the already strenuous mental load required for formal education. The association between sensory processing and stress has strengthened in recent years, with individuals reporting a positive feedback loop between these constructs (Harrold et al., 2024). Stress leads to greater sensory …

Response Surface Analysis Of Biopolymer Gel Performance In Fractured High Temperature Formations, Farhad A. Bina, Dongmei Wang, Yun Ji, Moones Alamooti, Olufemi Oni

Petroleum Engineering Student Publications

This study investigates the performance of a hydroxyethyl cellulose (HEC)–based biopolymer gel for fracture conformance control in high-temperature geothermal reservoirs using a statistically driven experimental framework. Laboratory core-flooding experiments were conducted on fractured limestone and sandstone samples from the Deadwood Formation under controlled thermal and chemical conditions, with temperatures reaching 160 °C. The effects of temperature, gel formulation salinity, and lithology on key performance indicators—including residual resistance factor (RRF), resistance factor (RF), gel extrusion pressure gradient (GEPG), and heat retention—were quantified. Response Surface Methodology (RSM) was applied using Minitab to capture variable interactions and develop predictive models for gel behavior …

Benefits Of Nature-Based Play For Children: An Educational Resource For Parents, Kaitlyn Peterson

Occupational Therapy Capstones

Background: In recent years, children’s use of technology has increased, decreasing the time they spend playing in natural contexts and time spent building the parent-child relationship. The lack of time spent in outdoor contexts has negative influences on the child’s overall health and well-being. The time a child spends with their parent is vitally important for a child’s development, view of the world, and sense of belonging. Parents assist children throughout development by supporting their understanding of themselves and the world, along with supporting the child’s ability to communicate with their parents. Interactions with technology, particularly overuse, can influence a …

Supporting The Development Of Emotion Regulation For Engagement In Occupation, Alexis Karen Smith

Occupational Therapy Capstones

Purpose: Many children with mental, behavioral, and neurodevelopmental health conditions internalize and externalize symptoms of anxiety, depression, and anger at higher rates compared to children without these conditions (Tajik-Parvinchi, 2021). Difficulties with emotion regulation may lead to heightened experiences of symptoms from mental, behavioral, and neurodevelopmental health conditions (Tajik-Parvinchi, 2021). Occupational therapy practitioners can support children with emotional dysregulation by using evidence-based best practices. The identified problem is the application of evidence-based emotion regulation evaluation and interventions to support children with difficulty in emotion regulation and their caregivers. The challenge of implementing evidence-based emotion regulation services is limited research and …

Tap, Allow, Regret: A Study Of User Awareness In Android App Permissions, Yannick Kouaho

Computer Science Student Publications

As mobile applications increasingly demand access to user data, the Android permission system has evolved to provide finer control. Despite this, users often approve permissions without full comprehension, risking privacy. This study investigates how Android users perceive and respond to permission requests, combining a structured survey (n=30) with review mining of Google Play Store feedback. Results reveal low confidence in understanding permissions, high uninstall rates for over-permissioned apps, and a dominant perception that categories like social media and games frequently request unnecessary access. We introduce the “regret framework” to describe how users react after realizing the mismatch between expectations and …

Support Vector Machine Optimization For Predicting Bio  Polymer Gel Effectiveness In Fracture-Dominated  High-Temperature Reservoirs, Farhad A. Bina

Petroleum Engineering Student Publications

This paper presents a data-driven framework for evaluating the effectiveness of bio-polymer gel treatments in fracture-dominated, high-temperature geothermal reservoirs. Laboratory core-flooding experiments were conducted on samples from the Deadwood Formation under reservoir-representative conditions, including temperatures up to 160 °C and salinity levels up to 17% TDS. Key physical, thermal, and flow-related parameters—such as porosity, permeability, fracture width, heat retention, and gel extrusion pressure—were integrated into a Support Vector Machine (SVM) classification model to predict treatment success, defined by a residual resistance factor (RRF) threshold of 1000. To extend the applicability of the model beyond available core material, geologically informed synthetic …

Governing Intelligence: Singapore’S Evolving Ai Governance Framework, Jason G. Allen, Jane Loo, Jose Luna

Research Collection Yong Pung How School Of Law

This paper provides an outline analysis of the evolving governance framework for Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Singapore. Across the Singapore government, AI solutions are being adopted in line with Singapore’s “Smart Nation Initiative” to leverage technology to make impactful changes to the nation and the economy. In tandem, Singaporean authorities have been assiduous to release a growing number of governance documents, which we analyse together to chart the city-state’s approach to AI governance in international comparison. Characteristics of Singapore’s AI governance approach include an emphasis on consensusbuilding between stakeholders (particularly government and industry but also citizens) andvoluntary or “quasi” regulation, …

(2025) From The Margins To The Center: The Transformative Promise Of Philosophy For Children, Maughn Rollins Gregory, Megan Jane Laverty, Joe Oyler

Collected Papers of Maughn Rollins Gregory

hat began as an innovative idea in the late 1960s—the recognition that even very young children are philosophically disposed—is no longer considered novel. While philosophy for children has transitioned from a fledgling initiative to a worldwide movement, it remains on the margins of education. In this article, we look back at key initiatives that have advanced its growth before looking ahead to what can move philosophy for children to the center of education. We consider the introduction and development of materials that invite children into philosophical spaces, the community of philosophical inquiry as a model of teachers’ and children’s philosophical …

(2025) On The Meaning Of Education Holding Hands With Philosophy: A Conversation Along A Walk To Pão De Açúcar, Maughn Rollins Gregory, Walter Omar Kohan

Collected Papers of Maughn Rollins Gregory

This text presents a conversation between two long time philosophical and educational friends reflecting on the field of philosophical education and childhood. The discussion began as a part of a shared experience of an intensive teacher education workshop held at the State University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It covers themes including teacher education; philosophy as inquiry and a way of life; methodological issues on philosophical inquiry with children; educational and philosophical time; philosophy for children; questioning, reasonableness; colonisation and counter-colonisation. The conversation affirms the philosophical and educational force of beginning. The conversation ends with a coda after the two …

To Free A Predator: The Flawed Rationale For Overturning Bill Cosby’S Conviction, Michael C. Kovac

Dickinson Law Review (2017-Present)

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The Small Business Dilemma, Rachel G. Ngo Ntomp

Washington and Lee Law Review

Small businesses face a unique and challenging dilemma in today’s business landscape. On the one hand, they are typically and rightfully considered the more powerful party in their contractual relations with consumers, thus prompting a need to protect consumers against unfair contractual terms. On the other hand, when engaging with larger businesses, small businesses typically find themselves in the position of the weaker, more vulnerable party, possibly in need of greater protection themselves from unfair terms. This Article addresses the inherent dilemma faced by small businesses and argues that the prevailing perception of businesses as sophisticated and experienced, based exclusively …

The Sound Of Silence In Corporate Director Resignations, Asaf Eckstein, Ziv Granov

Washington and Lee Law Review

This Article seeks to provide an in-depth theoretical, empirical, and policy analysis of an underdeveloped topic in corporate law: director departure. We argue that outspoken director resignations are an integral aspect of effective corporate governance. Disgruntled corporate directors who disagree with the firm’s policies or practices alert shareholders to internal misconduct, encouraging market reactions that pressure the company to make necessary changes. Disclosure of conflict is particularly important in mitigating information asymmetry between shareholders and management, allowing investors to promptly react to relevant events within the firm.

Despite the governance benefits of resignations in protest, we show that outspoken director …

Justice Barrett And Nondelegation, Hank Scheffler

Student Works

No abstract provided.

Privatizing America’S Game: Private Equity’S Play For The Nfl, Will Demartin

Student Works

No abstract provided.

Toward Objectivity In International Criminal Law: Modeling Genocide, Kevin Chamow

Student Works

No abstract provided.

A Case For Further Environmental Protections Of Endangered Animals’ Habitats And A Limitation Of State Agency Power, Jacob T. Norris

Student Works

No abstract provided.

Development Of Cerium Oxide Based Polymer Composites With Enhanced Cytocompatability For Biomedical Applications, Roshna Cherugail

Honors Undergraduate Theses

This thesis presents the synthesis and characterization of cerium oxide nanoparticles (CNPs), and silver-doped cerium oxide nanoparticles (AgCNPs) loaded in alginate beads that were designed to be applied in biomedical settings. Cerium oxide was chosen for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory capabilities, and silver oxide was selected to enhance antimicrobial functionality, both of which are pivotal in expedited wound closure and promoting cellular proliferation. Through the use of an advance electrospray encapsulation apparatus, alginate-based polymer beads were created by incorporating either CNPs or AgCNPs into the matrix. These beads were later characterized using a range of microscopic and FTIR analyses, in …

Florida Resident Water Survey: Floridians' Relationships With Water And Water Management, Derek S. Reiners, Stefan Carpenter

Florida Geographer

This article reports the results of a 2023 survey of Florida residents regarding water and water management issues, including recreational and utilitarian water use, assessments and concerns regarding various water entities, knowledge of water management concepts, and involvement in water management activities. The survey included a total of 54 measures from a combination of compound (4) and single-answer (16) questions. Overall, the survey found that Florida’s water resources are held in high regard, and there is strong interest in protecting them across key demographic categories, including political ideology. This level of public attention and support may represent an opportunity for …

Transcending Tradition Through Inclusive Online Pedagogy, Areto A. Imoukuede

Journal Publications

This work critiques the exclusionary nature of the traditional Socratic method and introduces The New Pedagogy: Online Socrates as a foundational framework for building more inclusive, equitable, and student-centered approaches to legal education.

It challenges the continued reliance on the traditional Socratic method in legal education, arguing that its hierarchical and exclusionary nature undermines meaningful inclusion and student engagement—both online and in the classroom. It contends that the barriers often attributed to online learning expose deeper inequities within traditional legal pedagogy itself.

Building on this critique, the work proposes that the shift to online education provides a unique opportunity to …

Navigating The Crossroads: The Interaction And Tension Between State Employment Laws And The Doj’S Eccp Guidance On Compensation Clawback Provisions, Madeline Humphrey

Student Works

No abstract provided.