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Modifiable Risk Factors And Hearing Loss: The National Health And Nutrition Examination Survey 1999–2020, Yulu Zheng, Tingting Li, Zhiyuan Wu, Yahong Zhu, Zheng Guo, Xingang Li

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

Objective: To explore the associations between major modifiable risk factors and hearing loss.

Methods: This serial cross-sectional study was conducted within the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 1999–2020 in the United States. Associations were assessed using modified Poisson regression and within-sample population attributable fraction (PAF).

Results: Eight thousand seven hundred and seventy adults aged 40–85 years were included in the analyses, the mean (SD) age was 58.0 (11.7) years, with 4002 men (45.6%). Hearing loss was associated with low educational attainment with prevalence ratio 1.23, 95% confidence interval (1.15, 1.31); low income 1.11 (1.04, 1.19); diabetes 1.10 (1.03, 1.18); …

Nurses' Perceptions Of Their Non-Technical Skills In Recognising And Responding To Clinical Deterioration In Hospital Settings: A Systematic Review, Darlene Archer, Amineh Rashidi, Rajbeer Kaur, Allison Roderick, Olivia Gallagher

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

Aim: To understand nurses' perceptions of non-technical skills in recognising and responding to clinical deterioration in hospital settings.

Design: A mixed methods systematic review was undertaken, guided by the Joanna Briggs Institute Manual for Evidence Synthesis.

Methods: A systematic search of the primary research literature published between 2012 and October 2025 was undertaken. A convergent integrated approach to synthesis, without meta-analysis, was undertaken.

Data Sources: The MEDLINE, CINAHL, Scopus, PsychInfo and Embase electronic databases were searched. Reference lists of full-text articles retrieved were reviewed for additional data sources.

Results: Twenty-four primary studies were included. Narrative synthesis resulted in six main …

Practising Digital Product Passport For Circular Supply Chain: Ecosystem Orchestration Perspective, Martin Agyemang, Daniel Faibil, Richard Asante, Cristina Iodice

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

Digital product passports (DPP) are emerging as an important tool to support industries in realising circular supply chain (CSC) practices. However, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) remain constrained by various challenges in implementing DPP. Therefore, using social practice theory and ecosystem orchestration perspective, the study identifies factors essential for DPP-enabled CSC implementation by SMEs. The study proposes an actionable framework to classify and operationalise these factors. We collected data from managers and analysed it using the Best–Worst Method and Fuzzy-DEMATEL to understand the interdependence, coordination and temporal adaptation of the factors. The findings show that material factors are particularly salient …

Understanding Barriers And Motivators For Fruit And Vegetable Intake In Female Stroke Survivors: A Qualitative Study, Caroline R. Hill, Jack Dalla Via, Lauren C. Blekkenhorst, Montana Dupuy, Rosanne Freak-Poli, Liezhou Zhong, Jonathan M. Hodgson, Moira Sim, Mandy Stanley, Amanda Devine, Simone Radavelli-Bagatini

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

Purpose: Adequate fruit and vegetable (FV) intake is the foundation of a healthy diet; however, intake is especially low among stroke survivors. This study explores barriers and motivators to FV intake in female stroke survivors and informs strategies to improve well-being.

Methods: Female stroke survivors completed questionnaires and attended either a focus group or an interview, with the resulting transcripts analysed using reflexive thematic analysis.

Results: Ten female stroke survivors aged (mean [SD]) 66.3 [17.1] years completed the study. Across the focus groups (n = 3) and interviews (n = 2), three themes emerged: (1) “Navigating alone,” reported that survivors …

Regional Arts Network 2019-2025. Case Study 2: Outcome: Empowered Local Arts Leaders And Advocates, Vahri G. Mckenzie, Jo Pickup

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

In its first five years, the RAN has proven effective in bolstering the arts leadership skills of many Hub organisation staff working in leadership and coordination roles. In particular, the RAN Advocacy and Leadership Group, established and led by RAWA, has allowed “a strong fellowship of colleagues” to emerge, where previously no such solid and united network for regional arts leaders existed. Many RAN organisations mentioned RAWA’s Network Coordinator as a key element to the success of the RAN, with the role facilitating increased communications between organisation Hub Coordinators as well as executives across WA. RAWA invested in and established …

Investigating Policy Enactment In Community Sport Coaching: Directions For Future Research, Ben Ives, Dawn Penney, Jimmy O’Gorman, Adam J. Nichol, Paul Potrac, Lee Nelson

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

This article calls for a sophisticated investigation of policy enactment in sport-related environments, with community sport coaching used as an example case. Emphasis is placed on the need for in-depth empirical research into and theorisation of: 1) political skills involved in the enactment of policy; 2) emotion management when enacting policy; 3) performative and fabricated aspects of policy enactment; and 4) impacts of policy enactment for the health and wellbeing of workers. In doing so, this article challenges scholars to move beyond the study of policy actor types and to develop more nuanced understandings of the political, economic, organisational, interpersonal, …

Trust-Aware Algorithms For Stackelberg Ground Vehicle Routing, Doris Evelyn Meredith Brown

Doctoral Dissertations

Despite decades of research focused on reducing ground vehicle traffic congestion, urban traffic networks worldwide continue to experience traffic flows that lead to increased network travel times, largely resulting from the routing decisions of individual vehicles. To address this challenge, this work leverages a Stackelberg game framework to model the interaction between a vehicle agent and a routing authority as a leader–follower game, in which the routing authority proposes routing interventions to which the agent responds. This research contributes to existing traffic mitigation literature by exploring the role of trust in route decision-making and providing trust-aware algorithms that influence vehicle …

International Law And The Defense Of Political Prisoners And Prisoners Of Conscience, Judith Abitan

Fordham International Law Journal

The international community continues to witness a concerning trend of political repression and unjust incarceration of dissidents, including political opposition members, activists, intellectuals, academics, journalists, and human rights defenders. From authoritarian regimes to democratic nations, the suppression of dissenting voices has become prevalent. As fundamental rights and freedoms are increasingly violated, the strengthening and enforcement of international legal frameworks become even more essential to sustain the rules-based international order. Against the backdrop of geopolitical tensions, shifting power dynamics, and evolving interpretations of sovereignty, the examination of international legal instruments and mechanisms becomes not only a matter of scholarly inquiry but …

Restructuring The Institutional Logics Of Taiwan's Prison Labor: A Human Rights-Based Approach, Mao-Hong Lin

Fordham International Law Journal

In Taiwan, inmates are mandated to participate in work programs, a system long criticized for its mistreatment of prisoners. Despite numerous reform efforts, substantive change remains elusive. This Article investigates the persistence of Taiwan’s in-prison work programs through the lens of institutional logics theory and proposes a human rights-based approach to address the issue. Drawing on in-depth interviews and a focus group discussion, the study identifies four key logics sustaining these programs: security and management, bureaucracy, accounting imperatives, and competitive disadvantages. These logics stem from two opposing ideologies, market-driven and state-driven, yet collectively function to resist reform. Consequently, reform initiatives …

Leveraging Artificial Intelligence In Microfinance In The Global South: Regulatory Insights Into Ai-Based Credit Underwriting, Ruth Plato-Shinar

Fordham International Law Journal

Microfinance has emerged as a key financial inclusion tool aimed at underserved populations, mainly in the Global South. However, it continues to face persistent structural challenges, particularly high operational costs, limited scalability, and mixed outcomes in poverty alleviation. Against this backdrop, this Article explores the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into microfinance in the Global South, focusing on the use of machine learning for data-driven credit underwriting, which presents both a transformative opportunity and a profound regulatory challenge.

AI promises to enhance efficiency, accuracy, scalability, and financial inclusion, particularly through the use of alternative, non-financial data. At the same time, …

Due Diligence In Global Supply Chains: The Troubled Journey Of The Eu Legislation And The Global Perspective, Fabrizio Cafaggi, Federico Pistelli

Fordham International Law Journal

No abstract provided.

The Wto Is Dead, Long Live The Wto: The Lingering Interpretive Problem Of Article 27.1 Of The Trips Agreement, Faisal Chaudhry

Fordham International Law Journal

No abstract provided.

Allies As Collateral: U.S. Economic Warfare And The Erosion Of Allied Autonomy, Julien Chaisse

Fordham International Law Journal

No abstract provided.

Encryption And Globalization 15 Years Later: End-To-End Encryption And The Third Round Of The "Going Dark" Debate, Peter Swire, Kenesa Ahmad, Michael Specter

Fordham International Law Journal

No abstract provided.

Considering Humanity: How The Martens Clause Implies A Legal Obligation To Conduct Risk Analysis In Decisions Regarding The Actual Or Threatened Use Of Nuclear Weapons, Emily Jones

Fordham International Law Journal

No abstract provided.

Inadequate Control: International Law And Principles Applicable To Address Nuclear Weapon Security, Chloe Scaglione Radtke

Fordham International Law Journal

No abstract provided.

Ex Ante, Ex Post, Or A Combo Of Both? A Comparative Analysis Of Biometric Artificial Intelligence Across The Atlantic & The Self-Regulatory Solution, Ariana Tagavi

Fordham International Law Journal

No abstract provided.

Solving High-Dimensional Differential Equations Using Recurrent And Residual Neural Network Architectures, Hind Khaled Kolaib

Knowledge Engineering and Data Science

High-dimensional Partial Differential Equations (PDEs) form the foundation of complex process modeling in various scientific and engineering applications, including finance, physics, and optimal control. However, classical numerical methods are adversely affected by the curse of dimensionality, making them inapplicable for large-scale problems. Recently, however, deep learning-based approaches have provided a new toolbox for these high-dimensional PDEs, including methods such as the Deep Backward Stochastic Differential Equation (Deep BSDE) method. Our approach draws on a more sophisticated deep learning backbone, using neural networks (in our case, a Residual Neural Network and a Long Short-Term Memory network (LSTM) integrated into the Deep …

Liberalne Podejście W Sprawach Pomocy Państwa Stanowiącej Rekompensatę Za Świadczenie Pocztowych Usług Powszechnych Na Przykładzie Ostatnich Rozstrzygnięć Organów Unijnych, Artur Salbert

internetowy Kwartalnik Antymonopolowy i Regulacyjny (internet Quarterly on Antitrust and Regulation)

Celem artykułu jest próba ustalenia przyczyn bardzo liberalnego podejścia wobec pomocy państwa udzielanej operatorom pocztowym. Przeprowadzenie analizy w tym zakresie bazuje na aktualnym stanowisku Komisji Europejskiej oraz Trybunału Sprawiedliwości Unii Europejskiej w sprawach dotyczących pomocy państwa stanowiącej rekompensatę za świadczenie pocztowych usług powszechnych. Powszechna cyfryzacja spowodowała, że w ostatnich latach zapotrzebowanie na niektóre tradycyjne usługi pocztowe – w szczególności przesyłanie listów – znacząco spadło. Nie dotyczy to wyłącznie korespondencji prywatnej, lecz również wynika z rozwoju cyfrowych usług administracji publicznej. Jednocześnie handel elektroniczny przyczynił się do istotnego rozwoju innego segmentu sektora pocztowego, tj. usług związanych z przesyłaniem paczek. Jednak w ujęciu …

Internetowy Kwartalnik Antymonopolowy I Regulacyjny Vol. 15(2) 2026

internetowy Kwartalnik Antymonopolowy i Regulacyjny (internet Quarterly on Antitrust and Regulation)

Vol. 15(2) 2026

Legal Semiotics, Political Ontology, & Merging Chronotopes Of Identity Through The Federation Of Aboriginal Nations Of The Americas, Kevin T. Inglesby

Graduate Student Theses, Dissertations, & Professional Papers

This dissertation studies the concept of self-determination related to a confederation known as the Federation of Aboriginal Nations of the Americas. It addresses three main questions: How does FANA represent an institution of legal cooperation? In what ways does cultural capital become reproduced? And what are key principles for the Federations’ code of unity? Self-determination is a core principle of international law and may be identified through treaties and social conventions like Wunnandry. The study explores an interdisciplinary approach to American Indian selfdetermination through a focus on applied anthropology, cultural heritage, and Peircean legal semiotics to problematize some historical approaches …

Volatile Organic Compound Analysis Of Humboldt Penguin (Spheniscus Humboldti) Preen Oil: A Pilot Study, Dante E. Rojas, Mitchell M. Mccartney, Eva Borras, Michael O. Eze, Abigail Pietrow, Jennifer J. Valvo, Cristina E. Davis

Chemistry Faculty Research & Creative Works

Avian olfaction has gained prominence in recent decades for its roles in social communication and behavior. In penguins, the chemical characterization of preen oil remains limited. In this exploratory study, we characterized the volatile organic compound (VOC) profile of preen oil from Humboldt Penguins (Spheniscus humboldti). Preen oil from 12 captive individuals was analyzed using headspace sorptive extraction (HSSE) coupled to gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC–MS). Chemometric analyses examined variation in VOC profiles by sex, age class, and breeding activity. We detected 54 compounds (20 tentatively identified), including linear alcohols, methyl ketones, carboxylic acids, saturated hydrocarbons, oxygenated and nitrogen-containing organics, prenolipids, …

Stop-Falling A Checklist Tool For Fall Prevention In A Long-Term Care Nursing Facility, Latoya Shirley

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Practice Innovation Projects

Background: Falls are common among the elderly population. Falls affect not only residents but also staff in long-term care facilities (LTCFs). Approximately one in three individuals aged 65 years or older will have a fall within a year. As the population ages, the incidence of falls continues to rise globally. Falls, overall, have a significant and widespread impact on the overall health and wellbeing of individuals, leading to increased hospitalizations, rehabilitation, reduced quality of life, and increased mortality. 
Evidence Summary: Multifactorial fall prevention programs have proven to be effective in reducing falls when implemented in various settings, such as clinics, …

Illuminating Those Who Lurk In The Shadows: An Examination Of The Use Of Psychological Profiling In Identifying Violent Criminals In The Modern Age, Skylar R. Holmes

Honors Undergraduate Theses

This study examines the role of psychological profiling in apprehending violent criminals. Psychological profiling involves analyzing behavioral patterns at crime scenes, exploring the relationships between victims, and identifying characteristics and tendencies of offenders. It is currently used by many law enforcement agencies across the country to narrow down a pool of potential suspects and direct researchers, making the most of the limited manpower available. There is, however, a significant limitation in the literature and available evidence that suggests its tenets may be based on intuition and anecdotal evidence purported by investigators, subject to internal bias and thus should not be …

Perceptions, Expectations, And Attitudes About Adolescent Telepsychiatry Among Indian American Family Caregivers, Udayvir Jalf

Honors Undergraduate Theses

Adolescent mental health concerns have risen sharply in the United States. The COVID-19 pandemic marked a significant turning point in mental health care access, with telehealth having become a central mode of care delivery. With adolescent telehealth, caregiver involvement has shown to improve treatment adherence and outcomes. Little is known, however, about how Indian American caregivers experience and navigate their adolescent’s virtual mental health care. This qualitative study investigated the perceptions, expectations, and attitudes of Indian American family caregivers regarding adolescent telepsychiatry and caregivers’ involvement. In depth semi-structured interviews were conducted with Indian American caregivers of adolescents who completed at …

Industrial And Organizational Psychology Researchers’ Positive And Negative Experiences With The Peer-Review Process, Alexa Weaver

Honors Undergraduate Theses

Peer review plays a critical role in advancing the field of psychology; however, limited empirical research has examined psychologists’ experiences with the peer review process. The present study investigated both positive and negative peer review experiences among industrial and organizational (I/O) psychologists and assessed the prevalence of specific reviewer behaviors. A two-phase survey design was administered via Qualtrics. Study 1 employed open-ended questions to identify recurring themes in researchers’ experiences with peer review. Thematic analysis revealed distinct positive and negative patterns of reviewer behavior, which informed the development of Study 2.

Study 2 quantitatively assessed the prevalence of behaviors associated …

Decreasing Hospital Acquired Pressure Injuries Through A Multi-Intervention Approach: A Quality Improvement Project, Kendra D. Crawford

DNP Scholarly Projects

BACKGROUND: Hospital acquired pressure injuries (HAPIs) continue to plague hospitals across the country. HAPIs are an indication of the quality of care delivered by the hospital’s nursing workforce. These injuries are costly to organizations and can lead to increased length of stay (LOS). The development of a HAPI, depending on severity, is a reportable injury and is classified as patient harm. Patients who suffer from HAPIs can experience significant pain and at times, permanent disfigurement. This project’s focus is a community hospital that has seen a steady increase in HAPIs over the last 2 years. During 2025, 28% of the …

Improving Confidence In Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists In Providing Care For Patients Undergoing Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacements, Justin Alley

DNP Scholarly Projects

Abstract

Title: Improving Confidence in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists in Providing Care for Patients Undergoing Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacements (TAVR)

Background: Anesthesia staffing for complex, high-risk procedures like Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacements (TAVR) is challenging due to a national shortage of anesthesia providers and the company's heavy reliance on non-permanent (locum tenens and 1099) Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs). At this TAVR procedure location, 70% of the team is comprised of non-permanent staff. A lack of specialized training and experience in TAVR procedures led to a decrease in provider confidence and staffing shortages for these critical cases.

Purpose: The primary …

Succession Planning As A Tool For Nursing Recruitment, Retention, And Resilience, Natalie Kennett

DNP Scholarly Projects

Background: Healthcare is facing a significant nursing shortage. This shortage not only impacts bedside nurses but also nurse leaders. Succession planning is a method for recruiting, retaining, and building resilience among nurse leaders.

Purpose: This quality improvement project applied principles of succession planning, including leadership education, training, and assessment of leadership retention and resilience.

Methods: Two interventions were implemented in this quality improvement project. The first was an assessment of a modification in nursing leadership organizational structure that was made in 2024 with the purpose of improving succession planning. This evaluation was completed with the use of …

Reducing School Absenteeism In Children With Avoidance Behaviors, Kimberly Carey

DNP Scholarly Projects

Background: Chronic absenteeism and school avoidance are a problem facing schools across the nation following the COVID-19 pandemic. Chronic absenteeism is financially, emotionally, and academically expensive for society. Purpose: This quality improvement project aimed to decrease absences by 50% over a 6-week timeframe when compared to the same timeframe from the previous year. Methods: Utilizing a Plan-Do-Study-Act framework, an intervention based on tracking multi-day consecutive absences and reaching out to families to provide education and support was implemented. At three days of absence, the school nurse would either call the family for absence with unknown etiology or email with an …