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From Pachymeningitis Hemorrhagica To Abusive Head Trauma: A Journey Through The Centuries, Oliver Berthold, Flora Blangis, Christopher Spencer Greeley

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

The development of medical knowledge follows specific principles. These also apply to abusive head trauma. The seminal literature from the early 20th century is based on earlier research from Europe, which is fundamental to understand the evolution of understanding and nomenclature of abusive head trauma. A review of original medical literature on intracranial injuries in children, published in German, English, and French, was conducted using PubMed and Google Scholar for articles before 1950. The primary search focused on subdural hemorrhages and pachymeningitis in children, followed by a snowball search of references. Full texts of available manuscripts were reviewed. Primary literature …

A Rare Molecular Diagnosis In A Patient With Hepatocerebral Syndrome Contributes To The Expansion Of The Phenotypic Spectrum Of Polg2 -Related Mitochondrial Disorder, Vittoria Rossi, Dan Brooks, Hongzheng Dai, Elizabeth Mizerik, Karla Salazar, Daniel Davila-Williams, Yishay Ben-Moshe, Seema R Lalani, Sarah H Elsea, Charul Gijavanekar, Daryl A Scott, Keren Machol, Mir Reza Bekheirnia, Fernando Scaglia

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

POLG2 encodes an accessory subunit in DNA polymerase gamma that is required for mitochondrial DNA synthesis. Monoallelic pathogenic variants in POLG2 are associated primarily with progressive external ophthalmoplegia with mitochondrial DNA deletions, autosomal dominant type 4 (PEOA4, MIM #610131). We report a rare case of severe infantile hepatocerebral syndrome associated with biallelic variants in POLG2. The proband, a 5-week-old female infant, presented with seizures and acute liver failure. Extensive metabolic workup, including untargeted metabolomics analysis and elevated plasma growth differentiation factor 15, was suggestive of mitochondrial dysfunction. Rapid trio genome sequencing identified compound heterozygous variants, a likely pathogenic variant and …

Capacity Over Cognition: A Case Of High-Risk Disease And Homelessness, Mikalah E. Maury, Avery M. Duncan, Rebecca A. Taylor, Mary Ann Beil, Maulikkumar A. Patel

HCA Healthcare Journal of Medicine

Background

Medical decision-making in indigent patients with baseline cognitive deficits and lack of supportive resources is a difficult problem that reveals many ethical issues. Performing high-level medical procedures (eg, invasive surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy) on these patients without supportive resources brings into question the efficacy and necessity of treatment if it places the patient at higher risk of additional complications and mortality.

Case Presentation

In this article, we present a case of a 62-year-old indigent man with a long history of encephalopathy secondary to alcohol abuse, presenting with an aggressive head and neck cancer impacting his quality of life.

Conclusion …

Rectal Fidaxomicin As Salvage Therapy In Fulminant Clostridioides Difficile Infection After Total Colectomy: A Case Report, Akankcha Alok, Mohamed Ismail, Stephanie Pino Fabara, Mohammed Al Said, Vidya Sagar Kollu

HCA Healthcare Journal of Medicine

Introduction

Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) is a significant cause of antibiotic-associated diarrhea and colitis, ranging from mild to severe and potentially life-threatening conditions, like fulminant colitis with toxic megacolon and bowel perforation. The 2021 guidelines from the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) and Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA) recommend vancomycin and metronidazole for fulminant CDI (FCDI), with consideration of rectal vancomycin for cases with ileus. Fidaxomicin, though preferred for initial and recurrent CDI treatment, is not the first line for FCDI due to limited evidence. Fidaxomicin has a narrow spectrum of activity only targeting C difficile and …

The Non-Coding Rna Journal Club: Highlights On Recent Papers-14, El Cheima Mhamedi, Florent Hubé, Suresh K. Alahari, Francisco J. Enguita, Barbara Pardini, Mark W. Feinberg, Laura Poliseno, Beshoy Armanios, Jing Jin, Xiao-Bo Zhong, Nikolaos Sideris, Salih Bayraktar, Leandro Castellano, Gaetano Santulli, Stanislovas S. Jankauskas, Will S. Plewa, Simon J. Conn, Ling Yang, Patrick K. Shiu, Abhishek Kaushik, Alexander Serganov, Gentile, Giuseppe Viglietto, Nicola Amodio, Tijana Mitić, Andrea Caporali

School of Graduate Studies Faculty Publications

The field of non-coding RNA research is advancing at a breathtaking pace, continually uncovering new layers of regulatory complexity and functional diversity [...].

The Relationship Between Anemia, Chronic Energy Deficiency, Knowledge, And Other Factors And Anc Attendance Among Pregnant Women In Bogor City And Regency 2025, Winfried Ichtussend Hartnajaya Chrisna, Ratu Ayu Dewi Sartika, Nurul Dina Rahmawati, Daden Setiawan

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Antenatal Care (ANC) is a comprehensive health service to optimize pregnancy outcomes. In 2023 in Bogor City, the ANC K6 coverage rate has reached the target (98.63%), but this is not the case with the coverage in Bogor Regency (62.25%). ANC visits that do not reach the standard can be influenced by predisposing factors, supporting factors, and health needs factors. The inequality that occurs can hinder efforts to reduce maternal mortality. This study aims to determine the relationship between knowledge and other factors with ANC visits in Bogor City and Regency in 2025. This study is quantitative with a cross-sectional …

Determinants Of Abdominal Obesity In Adults (19 – 44 Years Old) In Riau Islands Province (Analysis Of Ski 2023 Data), Hanifah Mulia Rachman, Triyanti Triyanti, Ratu Ayu Dewi Sartika, Kusharisupeni Djokosujono

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Abdominal obesity is a condition characterized by excessive fat accumulation in the abdominal region, which can increases the risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus, dyslipidemia, hypertension, and cardiovascular diseases. In 2023, Riau Islands Province recorded the highest prevalence of abdominal obesity in the island of Sumatra, at 42.5%. This study aimed to analyze the determinants of abdominal obesity among adults aged 19–44 years in Riau Islands Province based on gender, using secondary data from the 2023 Indonesia Health Survey (SKI). A total of 3,466 respondents were analyzed using chi-square tests and multiple logistic regression. The results showed that the prevalence …

Perceived Benefits And Side Effect Of High-Fiber, High-Protein Meal Replacements In Weight Loss Programs, Esti Nurwanti, Harry Fl Muhammad, Naufal M. Nurdin

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Obesity is a major risk factor for chronic diseases and early mortality. Although dietary counseling is essential in managing obesity, maintaining a calorie deficit and preventing weight regain remain difficult. Functional foods like high-protein, high-fiber meal replacements may enhance adherence and support weight loss. This randomized controlled trial evaluated the subjective outcomes of a weight loss program incorporating a protein- and fiber-enriched meal replacement among 73 overweight women aged 20–30 years. Participants were randomized to an intervention group (n=38), receiving dietary counseling plus one daily meal replacement, or a control group (n=35), receiving counseling alone. Both groups followed an 8-week …

Analysis Of Macronutrient Content, Antioxidant Activity, And Organoleptic Quality Of Snack From Jackfruit Seed Flour (Artocarpus Heterophyllus) And Pigeon Pea Flour (Cajanus Cajanus) As A Snack For Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Maya Siwi Tri Nugroho Heni, Tesa Rafkhani

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Type 2 diabetes mellitus characterized by chronic hyperglycemia and oxidative stress. Snack bars with functional ingredients such as legumes may help regulate blood glucose levels. Jackfruit seeds and pigeon peas are sources of protein, complex carbohydrates, and bioactive compounds. This study aimed to analyze macronutrient content, antioxidant activity, and organoleptic quality of jackfruit seeds and pigeon pea flour snack bars. This study used a completely randomized design (CRD) one factor with two replications. The proportions of jackfruit seeds and pigeon pea flour are: F1 (30%:70%), F2 (40%:60%), F3 (50%:50%). Macronutrient content was analyzed using proximate analysis, antioxidant activity using the …

Curriculum Subcommittee Agenda November 6, 2025, Utah State University

Educational Policies Committee

• Approval of Minutes - October 2, 2025
• Program Proposals
• Other Business
• Adjourn: 3:00 pm

Understanding Tobacco Use Among Bangladeshi Men: A Socio-Demographic Analysis Of Risk Factors, Md. Rashedus Salekin Sabbir, Helal Uddin, Md Shazid Hossain Shohan

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Tobacco consumption remains a major public health concern in Bangladesh, where adult males represent the most affected group. Despite existing bans on public smoking, cultural norms, media influence, and limited awareness continue to sustain high prevalence. The objective of this study was to examine the socio-demographic determinants of tobacco use among Bangladeshi men, focusing on regional variation, education, media exposure, and family influence. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 275 adult males in Dhaka Division using a structured questionnaire. Data was analyzed through descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, and binary logistic regression to identify significant predictors of tobacco consumption. Findings reveal …

Proportion Of Chronic Energy Deficiency In Relation To Macronutrient Intake And Other Determinants Among Pregnant Women In Selected Community Health Center Service Areas In Bogor 2025, Fathimah Afliansa, Ratu Ayu Dewi Sartika, Diah Mulyawati Utari, Suparno Suparno

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

The prevalence of chronic energy deficiency (CED) among pregnant women in Indonesia remains relatively high, ranging from 11.6% to 57.6%. This study aimed to examine the differences in the proportion of CED based on macronutrient intake and related factors. The study used a quantitative cross-sectional design with secondary data involving 124 pregnant women in selected areas served by community health centers in Bogor City and Regency. Data were analyzed using the chi-square test. CED prevalence was 11.3% in the overall areas, with 10.9% in Bogor City and 11.7% in Bogor Regency. Significant differences in the CED proportion were found based …

Reframing Nutrition Policy For Under-Five Children In Thailand: Beyond The First 1,000 Toward 2,500 Days, Saipin Chotivichien, Waraporn Jitaree, Wareethip Phuengpan, Saiyed M. Hyder

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Malnutrition continues to threaten child health globally, with Thailand mirroring this trend: in 2022, 12.4% of children under five were stunted, 7.2% wasted, and 10.9% obese. While the country’s First 1,000 Days initiative—targeting pregnancy to age two—yielded early success in reducing undernutrition, emerging gaps among 3–5-year-olds prompted a policy shift toward a broader 2,500-day framework. This approach, launched in 2022, extends care from preconception through age five and integrates multisectoral action involving five key ministries. Anchored in the “Power of Three Pillars”—policy, partnerships, and resources—the initiative strengthens local governance, enhances service delivery, and fosters family and community engagement through sub-district …

Sga 57 Senate 2025-10-31 Agenda, Niu Student Government Association Senate

Student Government Association Archives

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Sga 57 Senate 2025-10-31 Minutes, Niu Student Government Association Senate

Student Government Association Archives

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Impact Of Fasting On Granulocyte Chemotactic Protein-2 Chemokine And Lactate Dehydrogenase Enzyme Activity In The Development Of Dental Caries, Ghada I. Taha

Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal

Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the impact of fasting on the innate defence mechanism by measuring the granulocyte chemotactic protein-2 levels and the enzymatic activity of the lactate dehydrogenase enzyme in individuals diagnosed with dental caries. Methods: This longitudinal observational study included male and female college students attended teaching dentistry clinics in Baghdad, Iraq. The study took place between November 2023 and May 2024. Unstimulated saliva samples were collected from all participants and the biomarkers granulocyte chemotactic protein-2 and lactate dehydrogenase were detected by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay kits. Every subject under study underwent a clinical examination by a dentist. …

Bad To The Bone: A Holistic Approach To Unravel Risk Factors Related To Tibial Bone Stress Injury In Young Distance Runners, Samuel Miller Lyons

Electronic Theses and Dissertations Archive

Bone stress injuries (BSIs) are a prevalent overuse injury in endurance runners, particularly at the distal tibia. These injuries develop when repetitive mechanical loading exceeds the bone’s ability to adapt and recover, leading to microdamage accumulation and, in severe cases, fracture. While both mechanical loading and physiological factors such as bone mineral density (BMD) and energy availability are thought to contribute to BSI risk, they are rarely assessed together, and most mechanical assessments remain confined to laboratory settings. The objective of this dissertation was to develop practical methods to measure tibial compressive force (TCF) outside of the lab, examine how …

The Role Of Pik3ca In Advanced And Metastatic Colorectal Cancer And The Therapeutic Potential And Efficacy Of Pik3ca Inhibitors, Humza Mallick, Marcus Yoakam, Samir Dalia

Student Publications

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the most prevalent malignancies globally and is the leading cause of cancer mortality worldwide. Advanced and metastatic CRC is associated with poor prognosis due to high rates of metastases and resistance to standard therapies. With the advent of next-generation sequencing, there has been increased interest in molecularly targeted treatments. One such molecular target is the PIK3CA gene, a key component of the phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase (PI3K) pathway, which has been linked to promoting tumor survival and proliferation in cancer cell populations. PIK3CA mutations are detected in approximately 10–20% of CRC cases. The presence of these …

Detection Of Sweet Potato Feathery Mottle Virus Infection Via Remote Hyperspectral Imaging, Clayton Blake

LSU Master's Theses

In sweetpotato, global production exceeds 90 million tons annually, yet yields are threatened by numerous pathogens, including the potyvirus sweet potato feathery mottle virus (SPFMV). Virus infections can reduce yields by 25–40%, but surveillance is hampered by asymptomatic infections and the labor-intensive nature of detection. Hyperspectral imaging (HSI), combined with machine learning (ML), offers a promising pathway to scalable, non-destructive detection; however, studies focused on virus infection in sweetpotato remain limited.

This study demonstrates the feasibility of ML-enabled HSI for SPFMV detection under greenhouse conditions via a curated spectral library of two commercial cultivars, 'Beauregard' and 'Orleans', and the biological …

Dislis Interview With Alice Wong On Disability Visibility, Jj Pionke

Disability in LIS (DisLIS)

DisLIS editors interview Alice Wong about her disability advocacy and creative process.

Dynamic Overhead Body-Weight Support Improves Walking Performance Following Icu Admission For Allogeneic Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: A Case Study, Hillary M. Jacobson, Carolyn Miller, Renee Mckenzie, Bryan Wittmeyer, Andrew Ray

Oncology Rehabilitation in Practice

Background: Non-Hodgkin lymphoma is a commonly treated with allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplant (allo-HSCT), leading to severe weakness and impaired function. Dynamic body weight support systems (DBWS) are a promising rehabilitation tool for enhancing early mobilization in deconditioned patients.

Purpose: Evaluate the integration of DBWS into the rehabilitation plan of a patient recovering from a prolonged ICU stay post-allo HSCT, focusing on mobility and functional recovery.

Case Description: A 55-year-old male, two years post-allo HSCT for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, was hospitalized for 14 weeks due to respiratory distress from pneumonia and lung GVHD, resulting in severe deconditioning. DBWS was introduced …

Montana Kaimin, October 30, 2025, Students Of The University Of Montana, Missoula

Montana Kaimin, 1898-present

Student newspaper of the University of Montana, Missoula.

Enrichment Of Pasteurized Dairy Product And Brownie With Edible Insect (Tenebrio Molitor) To Analyze Acceptance Using Check-All-That-Apply Methodology, Marta Ros-Baró, Marta Capellas Puig, Gemma Chiva-Blanch, Diana A. Díaz-Rizzolo, Alicia Aguilar Martínez, Montserrat Jorba Rafart, Irina Chiriac, Mar Blanco Rogel, Montserrat Pujolà Cunill, Patricia Casas-Agustench, Anna Bach-Faig

School of Health Professions

Insect proteins, especially from Tenebrio molitor (TM), are emerging as sustainable alternatives to conventional proteins. This study aimed to design and evaluate TM-enriched food formulations for individuals with increased protein needs, assessing their nutritional, physicochemical, and sensory properties, and exploring feasibility. Two sensory evaluations were conducted using the Check-All-That-Apply (CATA) method. The first (CATA1) assessed the direct incorporation of TM powder (32 g/100 g) into a pasteurized dairy product (D) with hazelnut (DTM₁H), hazelnut–vanilla (DTM₁HV), or vanilla (DTM₁V) aroma. DTM₁HV reached 52.4% acceptability. The second (CATA2) evaluated brownies with three formulations: D …

Examining Effective Translation And Implementation Methods For Equitable Access And Scaling Of Nutrition Programs—A Report From The “Biomarkers Of Nutrition For Development: Knowledge Indicating Dietary Sufficiency (Bond-Kids)” Project Working Group 4, Christina D. Economos, Juliana Cohen, Daniel J. Raiten, Omar Dary, Diane Debernardo, Boitshepo Giyose, Marianella Herrera-Cuenca, Deanna Hoelscher, Rachel Novotny, Angela Odoms-Young, Thomas N. Robinson, Mary Rozga, Mary Story, Donald Bundy

Health Sciences Faculty Publications

School-age years (5–19 y) are a critical development period, bridging early childhood and adulthood. Nutrition during this stage is essential for supporting physical, cognitive, and socioemotional/psychological well-being. Moreover, nutritional status in these years has lasting effects on lifelong health, well-being, productivity, and human capital. In 2022, the National Institutes of Health “Biomarkers of Nutrition for Development: Knowledge Indicating Dietary Sufficiency (BOND-KIDS)” Project was launched to explore how to advance the assessment and impact of nutrition programs and policies for school-age children. The aim of this study is to use an ecological approach and available evidence to develop actionable tools for …

Project #030: Expanding Enteral Access: Leveraging Dietitian Expertise In A Hospital-Wide Cortrak Implementation, Sarah Beldin, Kristina Boudreau, Lisa Cohen, Rachel Eklund

Quality Expo 2025

No abstract provided.

Project #031: Starting A Pediatric Endoscopy Program, Seth Iskowitz

Quality Expo 2025

No abstract provided.

Project #030: Expanding Enteral Access: Leveraging Dietitian Expertise In A Hospital-Wide Cortrak Implementation, Sarah Beldin, Kristina Boudreau, Lisa Cohen, Rachel Eklund

Quality Expo 2025

No abstract provided.

Project #031: Starting A Pediatric Endoscopy Program, Seth Iskowitz

Quality Expo 2025

No abstract provided.

The Colby Echo (2025-10-30), Colby College

The Colby Echo

Published by the students of Colby College since 1877, The Colby Echo is the weekly, editorially independent student-run newspaper of Colby College in Waterville, Maine. Published monthly, 1877-1886; semi-monthly, 1886-1897; and weekly during the academic year, 1898-present.

Major Drivers Of Consumer Choice Of Dairy Milk And Plant-Based Milk Alternatives In Coffee, Uyen Thuy Xuan Phan, Luu Hoang, Keith Weber, Anuradha Prakash

Food Science Faculty Articles and Research

Coffee shops in the United States typically offer several options of dairy milk and plant-based milk alternatives (PBMA) for espresso-based beverages. Although previous studies have explored consumer preferences for dairy or PBMA in general, none have examined what drives their milk or PBMA choices specifically in the context of coffee shops. This study aimed to identify key decision drivers for the choice of milks in coffee, assess the role of lactose-free preferences, and explore whether offering lactose-free cow milk would increase coffee shop visits. Following a preliminary study using in-depth interviews, an online survey was used to collect data from …