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Targeting Chemical Carcinogenesis: Α-Pinene And D-Limonene As Chemopreventive Agents Against Nnk/ Tcdd- And Urethane-Induced Lung Tumorigenesis, Kuo-Ching Huang, Vui-Hyen Chew, Yu-Ying Chen, Huey-Jen Su, Hao-Ting Chang, Rong‑Jane Chen, Ying‑Jan Wang

Journal of Food and Drug Analysis

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide, driven by carcinogens such as tobacco-derived nitrosamines, dioxins, and urethane. This study evaluated the chemopreventive effects of two monoterpenes, α-pinene and D-limonene, using NNK/TCDD- and urethane-induced lung tumor models and A549 lung cancer cells. Both compounds significantly reduce tumor number and size, with enhanced effects when combined. Mechanistic studies revealed suppression of PRC1, β-catenin, and c-Myc, alongside activation of p53, Bax, and caspase-3, indicating inhibition of the PRC1—Wnt/β-catenin pathway and induction of apoptosis. These findings suggest α-pinene and D-limonene as safe, promising agents for lung cancer chemoprevention.

Cordycepin In Cancer Therapy: A Bibliometric Analysis And Review Of Mechanisms, Zhiwei Ouyang, Yufei Zhang, Jianghan Ning, Yayi Tu, Bin He

Journal of Food and Drug Analysis

Cordycepin (3’-deoxyadenosine), a major bioactive component derived from fungi of the genus Cordyceps, has garnered significant attention in recent years for its potent antitumor properties. Drawing on literature indexed in the Web of Science Core Collection from 2004 to 2025, this study employs bibliometric tools―specifically CiteSpace and VOSviewer―to systematically examine developmental trends, research hotspots, and emerging frontiers in the field of cordycepin-related cancer research. The analysis maps a shift in focus from early-stage pharmacological validation to more advanced investigations into molecular mechanisms, with particular emphasis on cell cycle regulation. Keyword burst analysis highlights bursts in terms such as “apoptosis,” “cell …

Research And The Information Landscape, Libby Wheeles, Helena Marvin

Open Educational Resources Collection

This open textbook accompanies the University of Missouri-St. Louis class INTDSC 1010: Research and the Information Landscape. Intended for undergraduates new to academic research, the course covers practical search and evaluation skills as well as a basic introduction to the world of scholarly communication. In Fall 2025, the course’s learning objectives were:

1. Evaluate whether a source is appropriate for college-level research.
2. Navigate library search tools to find relevant results and improve research efficiency.
3. Analyze the goals and limitations of non-library tools in the research landscape.
4. Explain the basic history and current broad practices of scholarly communication.
5. Contribute to a small-scale …

Cv: Sarah Powers (Biology), Sarah Powers

Biology Department Faculty Curricula Vitae

No abstract provided.

Feasibility Study Of Utilizing Basalt Rocks As A Radiation Shielding Material, Essam Banoqitah

Journal of King Abdulaziz University: Engineering Sciences

This study investigates the potential of basalt rock from the Harrat Rahat region in Saudi Arabia as a natural shield against gamma/X-ray radiation. Its composition and structure were examined using SEM and EDAX, and its gamma-ray shielding ability was tested through lab experiments and GATE-based simulations up to 1.3 MeV. The results showed that basalt is quite effective at attenuation low- to medium-energy gamma rays, with performance dropping at higher energies. Despite not matching the strength of specialized shielding materials, basalt's availability, density, and reliable performance at lower energies make it a practical and accessible option for moderate radiation protection.

Information Management / Bim Technology Evaluation Methodology, Robert Moore

Tools

This technology evaluation method provides a structured and transparent approach for assessing digital tools that support Information Management and Building Information Modelling (BIM). It establishes consistent criteria for evaluating functionality, interoperability, usability, compliance with standards such as ISO 19650, and alignment with organisational needs. The method supports objective comparison, informed decision-making, and proportionate investment, ensuring that technology acts as an enabler of defined processes rather than a driver in itself. Overall, it helps organisations select and implement technology solutions that are fit for purpose, scalable, and supportive of long-term Information Management / BIM adoption and continuous improvement.

National Science Foundation Awards Computer Scientists $350k For Early-Career Research, Dave Larsen

College of Arts and Sciences Newsroom

The grants enable faculty to establish independent research agendas and hire students to assist with their projects.

Methodological Approaches For Enhancing The Energy Efficiency Of Waste-To-Energy Biogas Systems, Evan Walls

Undergraduate Honors Theses

Diversifying the sources of energy production is a key issue as the world looks to transition to more sustainable energy sources. Anaerobic digestion (AD) of organic waste is one example of waste-to-energy (WTE) methods for energy production that is of particular interest in this clean energy transition because of benefits to both waste management and energy production, supporting the development of circular economies. In this work, I used geographic information systems and experimental methods to identify ways to both minimize the energy inputs and maximize the energy production of WTE biogas systems, to create energy efficient and sustainable systems. I …

Impact Of Temperature-Dependent Thermophysical Properties On Developing Laminar Flow In Micropipes, Khalid A. Juhany

Journal of King Abdulaziz University: Engineering Sciences

Micropipes, with their sizeable surface-area-to-volume ratio, result in an elevated heat transfer rate, making them excellent tools for compact heat exchangers, offering the advantage of higher heat removal capacities. Discrepancies exist between classical macro-pipe flows and micro-pipe flows in the literature, and one of the reasons is the assumption of constant thermo-physical properties. Analyzing microchannel flows with water as the fluid at a constant wall temperature with varying properties is paramount in understanding the fundamentals of heat transfer. This work performs numerical simulations for single-phase, steady-state, incompressible water flow through a two-dimensional axisymmetric micro-pipe under laminar conditions. The entrance effect …

Information Management / Bim Technology Deployment Strategy, Robert Moore

Tools

This technology deployment strategy sets out a coordinated approach for implementing and rolling out digital tools to support Information Management and Building Information Modelling (IM/BIM). It focuses on aligning technology deployment with agreed processes, governance, and user capability, ensuring systems are configured, tested, and adopted effectively. The strategy emphasises phased deployment, risk management, training, and support, enabling organisations to embed technology in a controlled and sustainable manner. Overall, it provides a clear framework for turning selected technologies into reliable, value-adding enablers of consistent, standards-aligned IM/BIM delivery.

Advancing Cybersecurity Practice: Explainable Machine Learning For Network Intrusion Detection, Adam Grabowski, Shengjie Xu

Journal of Cybersecurity Education, Research and Practice

This research investigates explainable artificial intelligence (XAI) integration within machine learning (ML)-based intrusion detection systems (IDS), focusing on distinguishing malicious from benign network activities. We employed Random Forest and XGBoost models evaluated on widely recognized datasets, including NSL-KDD and UNSW-NB15, using both binary and multi-class classification tasks. The objective was to enhance cybersecurity operations through improved model transparency and interpretability. By integrating SHAP (SHapley Additive exPlanations) and LIME (Local Interpretable Model-Agnostic Explanations), the study offers comprehensive global and local insights into model decision-making processes. Results demonstrate SHAP's effectiveness in providing a broad, dataset-wide understanding of feature interactions and importance, while …

Cybercamp: An Experience Report On The Transformations Of An Intensive Cybersecurity Summer Camp For High School Students, Jose R. Ortiz Ubarri, Kariluz Dávila Diaz Ph.D., Rafael A. Arce Nazario

Journal of Cybersecurity Education, Research and Practice

The Cybercamp is a Cybersecurity summer camp for high school students that has been held for the last nine years at a Hispanic Serving Institution. Since its inception in 2016 the Cybercamp has undergone several transformations in response to budget reductions and the COVID pandemic, to finally become its current version: a rich, hands-on learning experience that we believe is easily replicable even in resource-challenged environments.

In this paper, we document the transformations of the Cybercamp and discuss the developed curriculum and materials in hopes that others will reuse, adapt, and improve upon them. In the Cybercamp, we apply active …

Profit & Loss: A Narrative Inquiry Into The Salience Of The Black Male Experience In Top-Tier U.S. Mba Programs, Craig Woodward

Seton Hall University Dissertations and Theses (ETDs)

This study aimed to explore the educational, cultural, and personal challenges faced by Black males in MBA programs and to identify factors that aid their persistence in completing their degrees. The research design employed a qualitative approach to narrative inquiry as its methodology, using one-on-one semi-structured interviews. The study used resilience theory as its theoretical framework, approaching it from both an academic and psychological perspective. Respondents were recruited from the top 50 MBA programs in the United States according to the 2023 edition of U.S News and World Report (2024). There were a total of 15 African American respondents who …

Clerodendrum Kelli (Lamiaceae), A New Species From Carranglan, Nueva Ecija, Philippines, And Lectotypification Of Clerodendrum Mindorense, David Justin R. Ples, Jacek Patykowski, John Charles A. Altomonte, Adriene B. Tobias, Rene Alfred Anton Bustamante

Biology Faculty Publications

Clerodendrum kelli (Lamiaceae), a new species from the montane forests of Carranglan, Nueva Ecija, Philippines, is described and illustrated. The species shares morphological features with Clerodendrum quadriloculare and C. mindorense, but differs in inflorescence structure, corolla tube length, and calyx shape and color. A lectotype for C. mindorense is also designated. Preliminary conservation assessment places C. kelli in the Critically Endangered category (CR B1ab(iii)+2ab(iii)). This study contributes to Philippine plant biodiversity knowledge and informs conservation strategies.

Assessment Of The Melt Quality Of A 30% Scrap Adc12 Aluminium Alloy Using The Inclusion And Fluidity Measurement Instrument (Ifmi) With Mullite Ceramic Filters, Gusti Ruri Ruri Lestari, Sandya Ananda Riswan, Muhammad Anis, Ahmad Ashari, Paramita Vidya Ayuningtyas, Bambang Suharno Prof, Donanta Dhaneswara

Journal of Materials Exploration and Findings

The increasing demand for sustainable practices in the metal casting industry has driven the use of recycled aluminum alloys such as ADC12. However, the addition of aluminum scrap tends to increase oxide inclusions, which reduce melt fluidity and compromise casting quality. This study utilizes the Inclusion and Fluidity Measurement Instrument (IFMI), equipped with mullite ceramic filters, to assess the melt quality of ADC12 aluminum alloy containing 30% scrap. Fluidity and inclusion characteristics were evaluated at five pouring temperatures (660°C, 680°C, 700°C, 720°C, and 740°C). The results show that fluidity increased with temperature, reaching a peak of 84.6 g·s⁻¹ at 740°C, …

Equipment Criticality Analysis To Determine Asset Integrity Management System Scheme In Supporting Production Optimization Scenarios In The Aeging Field, Donny Andryanto, Donanta Dhaneswara

Journal of Materials Exploration and Findings

This research investigates the production decline and cost increase in the X&Y oil and gas fields from 2022 to 2023. Production fell by 34%, while production costs per barrel rose by 79%. To address these issues, a series of optimization processes are proposed. These aim to restructure and enhance the production facilities to reduce current production costs. The optimizations include reducing pressure at the PPP Platform in 2024. Additional steps include shutting down CPP-ORF 14” pipelines and most processes at CPP 2 Platform by 2027 to convert it into an accommodation platform. Further, the plan involves optimizing the release of …

Identification Safety Critical Elements And Establish Performance Standards To Control Major Accident Hazard At The Geothermal Power Plant Pt. Xyz, Febriardy Febriardy, Jaka Fajar Fatriansyah, Endang Endang, Farhan Iqbal Bagaskoro, Ari Kurniawan

Journal of Materials Exploration and Findings

Geothermal Power Plant (GPP) use steam from geothermal reservoirs to produce electricity. Power Plants are one of the most dangerous work environments. The dangers that exist in the power generation process can be in the form of Major Accident Hazard (MAH) and have a large impact which can cause Major Accidents. Major Accident prevention can be done by managing Safety Critical Elements (SCE) as a control measure in the form of procedures to prevent or mitigate the risks. Each SCE has a Performance Standard that includes targets and thresholds set to reduce risk to reach ALARP (As Low as Reasonably …

An Overview Of Biomass-Derived Graphene Oxide And Its Characteristics For Future Sustainable Applications, Afif Wardana, Ahmad Nabil Shahab, Donanta Dhaneswara, Nofrijon Sofyan

Journal of Materials Exploration and Findings

The production of graphene oxide (GO) from biomass presents considerable promise as a sustainable alternative substitute for traditional semiconductors. Biomass waste, abundant and often underutilized worldwide, is distinguished by its high carbon content and regenerative characteristics, rendering it an optimal resource for sustainable material production. By heating its biopolymers, lignocellulosic biomass can be used as a new material to make graphene, which forms three-dimensional turbostratic crystallites. These crystallites, composed of partially defective aromatic carbon sheets with graphite-like characteristics, make it easier to create GO with specialized functions for cutting-edge applications. Its capability underscores the revolutionary potential of biomass waste in …

Morphological Test Of Areca Nut Fiber Ceramic Membrane Using Scanning Electron Microscopy Energy Dispersive X-Ray Mapping Spectroscopy, Amelia Marzain, Siti Umi Kalsum, Marhadi Marhadi, Ahmad Nabil Shahab

Journal of Materials Exploration and Findings

This study investigates the potential of ceramic membranes derived from areca nut fiber as a cost-effective and environmentally sustainable material for the removal of iron (Fe) and manganese (Mn) from groundwater. Two types of membranes were fabricated: one without activation and one chemically activated using 10% sodium hydroxide (NaOH). The morphological and elemental characteristics of both membranes were analyzed using Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and Energy Dispersive X-ray (EDX) mapping. The concentrations of Fe and Mn before and after treatment were measured using Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS). The NaOH-activated membrane exhibited a more porous surface structure and higher oxygen content, …

Information Management / Bim Private Sector Adoption Business Case, Robert Moore

Tools

This business case sets out the rationale for adopting Information Management and Building Information Modelling (IM/BIM) within the private sector, aligned with ISO 19650. It explains how a structured, standards-based approach to managing information across the project lifecycle can reduce risk, improve coordination, and protect commercial margins by minimising rework, late changes, and delays. The document highlights that early and targeted investment in people, processes, and digital tools delivers the greatest return, supporting faster approvals, clearer decision-making, more competitive bids, and consistent project delivery. Overall, the business case positions IM/BIM as a practical enabler of productivity, resilience, and long-term competitiveness …

Ecosystem Services Demand In Social-Ecological Systems: Towards A Typology Of Assessment Approaches, Fabio Rubbi

Fondazione Eni Enrico Mattei Working Papers

Assessing ecosystem service (ES) demand remains conceptually fragmented and methodologically inconsistent in social-ecological systems (SES) research due to the lack of a framework linking human preferences to benefits derived from ES fruition. This study develops a systematic typology of ES demand assessment based on an integrative review of empirical studies. We conceptualize demand as emerging from two competing modalities: the consumption of provisioning and cultural services, which may drive ecosystem depletion, and the need for risk reduction through regulating services, which supports ecosystem preservation. Building on this distinction, we identify five valuation approaches, two that directly translate ES value into …

Intrinsic Stability Of Controlled Systems Via Gershgorin-Type Estimates, David Friedbaum

Theses and Dissertations

Time delays are an inherent feature of real-world dynamical systems, arising whenever information, matter, or energy requires non-negligible time to propagate. Even small delays can destabilize systems that are otherwise well behaved, yet most standard control designs--such as PID or LQR--do not explicitly account for them and may fail when delays are present. This thesis investigates the stability of controlled dynamical systems subject to arbitrary time delays and develops new tools to determine when such systems remain stable. Our approach builds on the notion of intrinsic stability, a strong form of global stability introduced by Webb and Bunimovich, which guaranties …

Characterizing Temperature-Dependent Properties Of Fat For Improving High Intensity Focused Ultrasound Simulations, Brian Easthope

Theses and Dissertations

High-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) is a non-invasive therapeutic technique that relies on the precise delivery of acoustic energy to ablate diseased tissue. The presence of subcutaneous fat can significantly alter focal accuracy and treatment efficiency due to its distinct thermal and acoustic behavior. This study characterized the temperature-dependent thermal conductivity, thermal diffusivity, specific heat capacity, acoustic attenuation, and acoustic velocity of human subcutaneous fat to improve pretreatment modeling for HIFU therapies. Measurements were performed using a dual needle probe for thermal conductivity and diffusivity, differential scanning calorimetry for specific heat capacity, radiation force balance for attenuation, and through-transmission methods for …

Full Issue - The Crown, Vol. 2, The Crown

The Crown: Syracuse Honors Research Journal

No abstract provided.

Effects Of Compound Protease Fermentation On The Industrial-Scale Production Of Very High Gravity Brewing Beer, Zongming Chang, Guangfeng Liu, Li Fang, Jiajie Zhang, Hua Yin

Journal of Food Science and Biotechnology

[Objective ] This study aims to address the technical problems of insufficient nitrogen content and an imbalanced amino acid composition in very high gravity wort produced with high-level syrup adjuncts.[Method ] This study investigated the effect of protease-assisted saccharification on wort protein composition.Then,a comprehensive evaluation was conducted on the brewing performance during 22 ° P very high gravity beer production.[Result ] During the proteolysis stage of saccharification,a synergistic addition of neutral protease and flavourzyme protease at a mass ratio of 6∶4 enabled efficient directed hydrolysis of malt proteins.In the wort,the α-amino nitrogen mass concentration was increased by 30%,while the mass …

Rapid Detection Of Aflatoxin B 1 Contamination Levels In Peanuts Based On Dual-Band Hyperspectral Imaging And Machine Learning, Lu Ren, Shuyue Shen, Wanrong Shi, Chuang Rui, Maofeng Dong, Tingting Li

Journal of Food Science and Biotechnology

[Objective ] This study aims to achieve rapid detection of AFB 1 contamination levels in peanuts through dual-band hyperspectral imaging and machine learning.[Method ] A peanut AFB 1 contamination level warning model was constructed via a dual-band hyperspectral imaging system consisting of visible near-infrared spectroscopy at 400~1 000 nm and short-wave near-infrared spectroscopy at 900~1 700 nm,combined with machine learning.Peanut samples with four contamination levels were collected,in which the mass fraction of AFB 1 was determined by ultra-high performance liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry.The effects of four pretreatment methods [first derivative,second derivative,multiplicative scatter correction,and standard normal variate (SNV )],two characteristic wavelength …

Protective Effects Of Ovalbumin-Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose Colloidal Particles On Fish Oil Emulsions, Weichun Pan, Ya Wen, Huabin Liao, Feina Gu, Qiuping Zhang, Fuge Niu

Journal of Food Science and Biotechnology

[Objective ] This study aimed to investigate the impact of curcumin-loaded ovalbumin (OVA )-carboxymethylcellulose (CMC ) (OVA -CMC-Cur ) colloidal particles on the stability of fish oil emulsions.[Method ] The OVA -CMC-Cur colloidal particles were prepared with OVA and CMC at varying mass ratios and pH.The colloidal particles were then used as the stabilizer to prepare fish oil emulsions.The structural characteristics,stability,and digestive behaviors of the emulsions were investigated.[Result ] At the OVA -CMC mass ratio of 2∶1,the OVA -CMC-Cur particle-stabilized fish oil emulsions exhibited smaller particle sizes.These particles formed a dense,compact interfacial film at the oil-water interface,resulting in more uniform …

Therapeutic Mechanisms Of A Lilium Brownii -Plantago Asiatica L.Compound Solid Beverage Against Hyperuricemia, Feng Li, Jiawei Huang, Xiaowen Guo, Lulu Jiang, Hongyan Zhao, Qiang Li, Chenxiang Sun, Shuying Feng, Qianqian Wang

Journal of Food Science and Biotechnology

[Objective ] This study aims to investigate the ameliorative effects of a Lilium brownii -Plantago asiatica L.compound solid beverage on hyperuricemia and to elucidate its potential mechanisms.[Method ] Network pharmacology was employed to screen the active constituents,potential targets,and related pathways.Key targets were identified based on a protein-protein interaction (PPI) network.Molecular docking was conducted between the key proteins and active constituents.An animal experiment was performed to validate the effects of the compound solid beverage on serum uric acid levels,renal function indices,activities of uric acid-producing enzymes,and the levels of renal urate transporters.[Result ] Network pharmacology analysis indicated that Lilium brownii and Plantago …

Faculty Senate Executive Committee Agenda December 15, 2025, Utah State University

Faculty Senate & Faculty Senate Executive Committee

• 3:00 Call to Order
• Approval of Minutes November 17, 2025
• 3:05 University Business
• 3:20 Faculty Senate Business
• 3:35 Information
• EPC Report - December 4, 2025
• 3:40 Report
• Council on Teacher Education
• Scholarship Annual Report
• University Studies Report
• 4:05 Old Business
• 4:10 New Business
• Adjourn: 4:30 pm

Research Progress In Enrichment Of Trace Elements Zinc And Selenium In Pleurotus Spp., Jing Zhang, Mengmeng Xu, Liting Zhao, Cui Li, Lei Chen, Song Ming, Zhongyang Ding

Journal of Food Science and Biotechnology

Zinc and selenium are essential trace elements for maintaining human normal physiological function.Deficiency of zinc or selenium can result in immune dysfunction,chronic diseases such as cardiovascular diseases and hyperlipidemia,and even increase the risk of cancer.The human body cannot independently synthesize these trace elements,which can only be obtained from the daily diet.However,natural food sources have low content of zinc and selenium,which is insufficient to meet the bod y’s needs.Therefore,developing fortified foods with trace nutrients is an important approach to meeting residents ’ requirements.Edible fungi serve as natural carriers for enriching trace elements and ideal dietary supplements.Pleurotus spp.,as a typical example,not only …