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The Use Of Synthesized Stabilized Nanoparticles Of Selenium As A Feed Additive In Shrimp Litopenaeus Vannamei Diets: Performance, Antibacterial Activity, Gut Microbiota And Immune-Related Genes Expression, Janice A. Ragaza, F. Mustafa, S. Hassan, O. Ashary

Biology Faculty Publications

The shrimp aquaculture industry faces challenges that hinder production, including pathogens and infections from bacteria-causing diseases. The present study aimed to examine the impact of dietary synthesized chitosan stabilized selenium nanoparticles (CSSeNPs) on the growth performance of gut microbiota and immuneassociated genes for shrimp L. vannamei aquaculture. The experiments were accomplished for 12 weeks in triplicate fiberglass circular tanks (200 L). A 300 shrimp post-larvae (PL) weighing an average of 0.14 ± 0.001 g was utilized. Four experimental groups were assigned to 12 tanks. Each tank contained 25 PL. Each group fed with one of the following diets: control (C), …

Native No More? The Catfish Dilemma In The Philippines, Janice A. Ragaza, Alexis Faye A. Olarte, James Darren R. Pelaez

Biology Faculty Publications

The shrimp aquaculture industry faces challenges that hinder production, including pathogens and infections from bacteria-causing diseases. The present study aimed to examine the impact of dietary synthesized chitosan stabilized selenium nanoparticles (CSSeNPs) on the growth performance of gut microbiota and immuneassociated genes for shrimp L. vannamei aquaculture. The experiments were accomplished for 12 weeks in triplicate fiberglass circular tanks (200 L). A 300 shrimp post-larvae (PL) weighing an average of 0.14 ± 0.001 g was utilized. Four experimental groups were assigned to 12 tanks. Each tank contained 25 PL. Each group fed with one of the following diets: control (C), …

From Bait To Breakthrough: How Polychaetes Are Revolutionizing Philippine Aquaculture, Janice A. Ragaza, Irnes Rebien H. Bailon, Rochelle A. Jabines

Biology Faculty Publications

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Evaluating Indirect Markers Of Musculotendinous Unit Recovery Following Eccentric Plantar Flexor Exercise, Ecaterina Vasenina

Graduate Thesis and Dissertation post-2024

The recovery of the musculotendinous unit (MTU) following eccentric exercise is a complex process influenced by mechanical, structural, and nutritional factors. The MTU encompasses interconnected systems, including the Achilles tendon and calf muscles, which respond dynamically to mechanical loading. The interplay of these systems is critical to understanding recovery and optimizing interventions for performance and rehabilitation. Despite advances in the field, gaps remain in assessing measurement reliability, identifying sensitive recovery markers, and evaluating the efficacy of nutritional strategies such as collagen supplementation.

This dissertation is organized into three interrelated studies. Study 1 presented in Chapter 2 investigated the reliability of …

Multilevel Network Governance For United Nations Sustainable Development Goals: The Role Of European Subnational Entities In Urban Resilience, Hasan Isgandar

Graduate Thesis and Dissertation post-2024

This dissertation investigates the role of subnational actors in European Union (EU) multilevel governance networks focused on reducing urban poverty and achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Focusing on the SDG #1 (No Poverty), SDG #11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) and SDG #17 (Partnerships for the Goals) it examines the participation and impact of subnational actors in two case studies: Naples, Italy and Krakow, Poland. Using Social Network Analysis (SNA), the research investigates the configuration and performance of the networks created within the framework of the URBinclusion projects, which are part of the URBACT and Urban Innovative Actions …

Eating Disorder Patient Experiences With Best Practices During Psychiatric Treatment: An Exploratory Sequential Mixed Methods Study, Pamela L. Dow

Graduate Thesis and Dissertation post-2024

Eating disorders are among the deadliest mental health disorders and represent a significant financial burden to the U.S. healthcare system. However, little is known about eating disorder patients' experiences during psychiatric treatment. Informed by the Picker Principles of Person-Centered Care and recommendations from the American Psychiatric Association, this study explored eating disorder patient experiences with best practices during psychiatric treatment. First, 10 patients were interviewed about their treatment experiences with a psychiatrist. Themes were analyzed using iterative categorization in Dedoose and informed a quantitative survey to examine patient experiences with their psychiatrist performing best practices during eating disorder treatment. The …

The Multifaceted Roles Of Propionic Acid In Autism Spectrum Disorder And Crohn’S Disease, Piotr P. Lagod

Graduate Thesis and Dissertation post-2024

Short chain fatty acids (SCFAs), including propionic (PPA) and butyric (BA) acid, exert a variable and organ-specific effect on the body. They are by-products of human microbiota metabolism and are often used as a food preservative. Studies have shown that PPA and its producers are elevated in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) patients and their mothers. Our lab previously demonstrated that PPA alters neural stem cell differentiation in favor of glia. In this work, we utilized an in vivo mice model, in which dams and their offspring were fed a PPA-rich diet. In the brain, we observed a significant increase in …

Development Of Human Neuronal Microphysiological Models And Subsequent Integration Into Multi-Organ Platforms For Evaluation Of Therapeutic Efficacy And Off-Target Toxicity, Aakash Patel

Graduate Thesis and Dissertation post-2024

Microphysiological systems are a rapidly growing field of research for modeling of physiological processes and disease in an in vitro environment. The translatability and cost effectiveness of these platforms make them a valuable tool for drug discovery, allowing investigation of both efficacy and off-target toxicity either as a replacement or supplement to traditional animal models. Neurological disorders in particular are often difficult to emulate in an animal model, making the development of these models a highly useful area of research for both elucidation of brain function, as well as neurological disorders. Taking these models and integrating them into a multi-organ …

Ntr 4940 : Food Service Management, Public Health & Nutrition

Approved Course Proposals

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Elucidating The Adverse Effects Of Chronic Pfos Exposure On Gastrointestinal Pathology And Colorectal Cancer, Jerika Durham

Theses and Dissertations--Toxicology and Cancer Biology

Commonly referred to as "forever chemicals," per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been linked to a number of detrimental health effects, including an elevated risk of cancer. One "long-chain" subtype of PFAS, perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS), has a long elimination half-life and a significant propensity for bioaccumulation. Because PFOS is commonly found in drinking water, the gastrointestinal system absorbs it at a high rate. Recent studies demonstrate that PFAS exposures promote intestinal inflammation and gut barrier dysfunction. However, how a long-term PFOS exposure affects colorectal cancer (CRC) progression is not known. Therefore, the purpose of this research is to understand how …

Movement And Activity Of Burbot, (Mizay; Lota Lota) In A Spring-Fed Minnesota Lake, Abigail M. Fountain

Biology Graduate Theses

Burbot (Mizay; Lota lota) are a relatively unmanaged freshwater fish, important in many local Indigenous cultures, but often overlooked or maltreated in research, conservation, and fishing practices. As such, relatively little research has been conducted on Burbot, despite ecological significance as an indicator species. A recent resurgence in popularity as a target species, however, has prompted new research to inform management policies. The objectives of this study were to summarize Burbot movement by identifying patterns in swimming activity and identify possible predictors of the movement observed. This study investigated the movements of 39 individuals implanted with acoustic transmitters in Bad …

Development And Validation Of An Instrument Measuring Pharmacy Students’ Knowledge And Perception Of Polypharmacy And Caregivers For Geriatric Patients (Forgiver 19), Rahmawati Rahmawati, Tjokorde Istri Armina Padmasawitri, Pratiwi Wikaningtyas, I Ketut Adnyana

Health Professions Education

Purpose: This study aimed to develop and validate an instrument to measure pharmacy students' knowledge and perceptions of polypharmacy and caregivers for the elderly.

Methods: This study was conducted on pharmacy students in Indonesia. The questionnaire items were developed based on a literature review, followed by a series of validation processes that included content validity using the Delphi method and face validity. Item Response Theory (IRT) analysis was used to validate the knowledge domain. The perception domain was validated using exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA).

Results: The validation process resulted in a questionnaire consisting of three …

Sleep Accelerometry Predicts Academic Performance In First-Term Student Physical Therapists: A Single Center Cohort Study, Evan M. Pucillo, Catherine M. Andrea, Gabriela Perez, Leiselle Pilgrim

Health Professions Education

Purpose: Sleep is widely known to influence aspects of neurocognitive health and performance. In various students, sleep is related to academic performance and cognitive tasks. However, the association of sleep to academic performance among Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students is poorly understood. The purpose of this study was to objectively measure sleep characteristics and academic performance in a cohort of DPT students.

Methods: This observational cohort study sampled n=24 first-term DPT students. Subjects wore ActiGraph® GT9X-BT wrist accelerometry 24 hours/day for 30 consecutive days during a 15-week academic term. Investigators collected ActiGraph® sleep duration (ASD), efficiency (ASE), and self-reported …

Novel Infection By Mucor Hiemalis Kills Caenorhabditis Hosts Through Intestinal Perforation, Jay Ni

West Chester University Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Final Projects

The nematode Caenorhabditis elegans has emerged as a popular model system to investigate cell biology and host-pathogen interactions. Presently, C. elegans is studied as a natural host of intracellular pathogens such as microsporidia and Orsay virus along with extracellular bacterial and fungal pathogens. The use of C. elegans as a model in host-pathogen research is limited by the number of naturally occurring pathogens to the organism. Through a sampling project to identify new pathogens of C. elegans, we identified the fungus Mucor hiemalis as a pathogen of Caenorhabditis species. We observed the fungus in the intestinal lumen of wild-caught …

A "One Health" Approach To Healthy Food, Katya S. Cronin

Brooklyn Law Review

Diet-related diseases are the number one killer of Americans. Nutrition and food healthfulness are increasingly seen as foundational to public health. As a result, the healthy foods industry is booming, the medical community is integrating nutrition into healthcare, and even insurance companies are subsidizing food prescriptions. The federal government invests heavily in nutrition, spending more than $166 billion a year on federal programs that provide healthy food to vulnerable populations. After the Biden Administration announced its agenda to “promote a healthy diet among Americans,” the Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) and the United States Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) sprang into …

A Bibliometric Analysis On Climate Change And Its Implications For Medical Education, Sungkono Sungkono, Firdian Makrufardi, Annisa Fairuz Nur Azizah, Firdiawan Ekaputra

Health Professions Education

This study aims to conduct a comprehensive examination of research in medical education, especially in graduate medical education within the context of climate change. Moreover, this study examined the current research trends on climate change for graduate medical education. The analysis encompasses citation, co-citation, co-occurrence, thematic mapping and evolutionary analyses. Through this bibliometric review, researchers will gain valuable insights by identifying influential publications and understanding the fundamental structure of the field. Additionally, this review paved the way for future studies by highlighting influential research trends and emerging topics. The findings delineate various approaches of discussion based on clusters identified through …

Time Of Urine Sampling May Influence The Association Between Urine Specific Gravity And Body Composition, Patrick B. Wilson, Brian K. Ferguson, Ian P. Winter

Exercise Science Faculty Publications

Urine specific gravity (USG) is frequently utilized in sports practice and research to assess hydration status. Prior research suggests that individuals with large amounts of fat-free mass (FFM) and muscle have elevated USG, but little is known about whether the time of collection (first-morning vs. spot sampling) and various nutritional factors influence these relationships. This cross-sectional, observational study assessed fasted first-morning (n = 55) and non-fasted spot USG (n = 51) samples in adults and evaluated relationships of USG with body composition and nutrition intake. The InBody 770 was used to estimate FFM, skeletal muscle mass (SMM), and total body …

Forage News [2025-01], University Of Kentucky

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Demographic Variation In Continuous Glucose Monitoring Utilisation Among Patients With Type 1 Diabetes From A Us Regional Academic Medical Centre: A Retrospective Cohort Study, 2018–2021, Omer Atac, Kory R. Heier, Daniela Moga, John L. Fowlkes, Min-Woong Sohn, Aaron J. Kruse-Diehr, Teresa M. Waters, Mary E. Lacy

Health Management and Policy Faculty Publications

Objective: While continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) utilisation has been increasing among patients with type 1 diabetes (T1D), few studies have examined patterns of use across age, race/ethnicity and insurance status together. In this study, we examine CGM utilisation among patients with T1D from a regional academic medical centre across all insurance types.

Design and Setting: This is a retrospective cohort study including both paediatric and adult patients with T1D who visited a regional academic medical centre between 1 January 2018 and 31 December 2021.

Methods: Patients were followed from the date of their first T1D encounter during the study period …

Enhancing Disease Surveillance In Conflict Settings: An Ecological Case Study On Cholera In Sudan At The Intersection Of Environmental And Conflict Drivers, Kinsey Medlin

Public Health Theses

Cholera outbreaks are complex and driven by an interaction of environmental circumstances and conflict-related disruptions, yet few studies have integrated both in the context of conflict regions. This ecological study examines cholera transmission dynamics in Sudan from 2016 to 2025, exploring temporal associations using cross-correlation analysis and applying generalized additive mixed models (GAMMs) to analyze the influence of remotely sensed environmental variables (rainfall, temperature, NDVI, NDWI) and conflict indicators (civilian targeting, political violence, demonstrations) on cholera cases. Weekly cholera surveillance data, combined with satellite-derived environmental variables and conflict event datasets, were modeled across two time periods: pre-conflict (2016-2018) and active …

Social Media Influences On Youth Substance Use, Sexual Health, And Mental Health In Paterson, New Jersey: A Rapid Qualitative Analysis, Nimisha Srikanth

Public Health Theses

Introduction: Social media use among youth has become a topic of concern among public health professionals and policymakers. Youth have grown to rely on social media for communication and entertainment, but are exposed to negative health behaviors with the potential to model them in their lives. In this study, we investigated youth’s perspectives on social media content and the impact it has on their health and lives.Methods: We conducted a rapid qualitative analysis of individual interviews of youth from Paterson, New Jersey. Among the sample (n=20), the mean age was 16 years, 80% identified as male, and 30% were justice-involved. …