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Powerful Powerpoint Presentations For Lawyers, Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum (Iclef)

Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum 2025

Meeting proceedings of a seminar by the same name, held February 25, 2025.

Time Management For The Overworked Law Office Professional, Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum (Iclef)

Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum 2025

Meeting proceedings of a seminar by the same name, held Feb. 4, 2025.

Managing & Assisting Business Clients In An A.I. World, Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum (Iclef)

Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum 2025

Meeting proceedings of a seminar by the same name, held February 27, 2025.

Winning Your Case With A Better Memory, Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum (Iclef)

Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum 2025

Meeting proceedings of a seminar by the same name, held April 24, 2025.

Task & Deadline Management, Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum (Iclef)

Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum 2025

Meeting proceedings of a seminar by the same name, held August 26, 2025.

Chia Seed Gel Powder As A Clean-Label Enhancer Of Texture, Physicochemical Quality, Antioxidant Activity, And Prebiotic Function In Probiotic Low-Fat Yogurt, Mahmoud E. A. Hamouda, Ratul Kalita, Abdelfatah K. Ali, Pratibha Chaudhary, Pramith U. Don, Omar A. A. Abdelsater, Anjali Verma, Yaser Elderwy

Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food Science Student Research

This study evaluated the effect of incorporating chia seed gel powder (CSGP) as a natural, clean-label stabilizer on the physicochemical, functional, microbiological, microstructural, antioxidant, and sensory properties of probiotic low-fat yogurt (PLFY) during 21 days of refrigerated storage. Six formulations were prepared using 0–2.5% CSGP, including Control (0% CSGP), YOG1 (0.5% CSGP), YOG2 (1.0% CSGP), YOG3 (1.5% CSGP), YOG4 (2.0% CSGP), and YOG5 (2.5% CSGP). Results showed that increasing CSGP levels noticeably enhanced the total solids, protein content, viscosity, hardness, and water-holding capacity of the PLFY (p < 0.05), while consistently reducing syneresis. Antioxidant activity also rose with higher CSGP concentrations, with YOG5 exhibiting the greatest DPPH scavenging activity (35.12%). Confocal laser scanning microscopy revealed a denser and more uniform protein network in PLFY fortified with CSGP, consistent with rheological measurements showing increased storage (G′) and loss (G″) moduli. Probiotic viability significantly increased (p < 0.05) in CSGP-added samples, indicating a potential prebiotic effect of CSGP. Sensory results demonstrated that although higher CSGP levels slightly darkened the yogurt color, body, texture, flavor, and total sensory scores improved markedly, with YOG5 gaining the highest total score (81.77). The results demonstrate that CSGP acts as a highly effective, multifunctional ingredient that enhances texture, stability, probiotic viability, and antioxidant capacity, making it a strong clean-label candidate for developing high-quality, functional probiotic low-fat yogurt.

Molecular Detection Of Blaimp And Ompa Genes In Acinetobacter Baumannii Isolated From Burn Wound Infections, Zeinah Jawad Kadham, Manal Mohammed Kadham

Al-Qadisiyah Medical Journal

Background: antibiotic resistance in Acinetobacter baumannii can be acquired rapidly due mainly to chromosomal mutation, and its antibiotic-resistant metallo-beta-lactamase (MBL) production has been claimed to have a great contribution to nosocomial infection. Objective: This study aimed to detect the presence of the blaIMP carbapenemase-producing gene and the ompA gene in bacterial isolates obtained from burn patients, using the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technique. Additionally, the study aimed to evaluate the role of these genes in antibiotic resistance. Methods: Cross-sectional research was conducted among a total of 150 clinical samples for patients of various ages and both sexes at the Specialist …

Operating Fund Budget/ Expenditure Summary Report 2nd Quarter 2025-26, Csusb Budget Office

University Budget Office records

No abstract provided.

Applications Of Artificial Intelligence In Dental Malocclusion: A Scoping Review Of Recent Advances (2020-2025), Man Hung, Owen Cohen, Nicholas Beasley, Cairo Ziebarth, Connor Schwartz, Alicia Parry, Martin S. Lipsky

Institute on Aging Publications

Introduction:

Dental malocclusion affects more than half of the global population, causing significant functional and esthetic consequences. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into orthodontic care for malocclusion has the potential to enhance diagnostic accuracy, treatment planning, and clinical efficiency. However, existing research remains fragmented, and recent advances have not been comprehensively synthesized. This scoping review aimed to map the current landscape of AI applications in dental malocclusion from 2020 to 2025. Methods: The review followed the Joanna Briggs Institute methodology and the PRISMA-ScR guidelines. The authors conducted a systematic search across four databases (PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and …

Computational Design Of Nanoporous Materials For The Adsorption Of Per- And Polyfluoroalkyl Substances, Daniel D. Mottern

Dissertations

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large family of chemicals that have seen wide usage due to their fluorinated carbon backbone. The presence of strong C-F bonds in the backbone lends PFAS molecules high thermal and chemical stability, as well as strong hydrophobicity and lipophobicity. This combination of properties has led to heavy use of PFAS as surfactants, non-stick coatings, and aqueous foam forming films and flame retardants. However, these properties bring their own consequences. The high chemical and thermal stability of PFAS renders them persistent, with the C-F bonds resisting naturally occurring forms of degradation. Existing forms of …

Computational Methods For Single-Cell And Multi-Omic Data Integration And Regulatory Network Inference, Jianlan Ren

Dissertations

Single-cell and multi-omic technologies have transformed the dissection of cellular heterogeneity and regulatory dynamics in health and disease. However, the high dimensionality, technical variability, and biological complexity of these datasets present significant challenges for integration, annotation, and interpretation. In this dissertation, a suite of computational approaches is introduced to address key problems in single-cell and multi-omic data analysis through model-based innovations and applied statistical frameworks.

First, a constrained deep learning framework for single-cell data integration, label transfer, and clustering is proposed. By incorporating biologically motivated constraints into the training process, robust performance is achieved across simulated and benchmark datasets spanning …

The Role Of The Scenario In Formulating The Contemporary Architectural Text, Rounaq Arif Mohsin, Abbas Ali Hamza, Bashar Shamil Alkhafaji

Al-Esraa University College Journal for Engineering Sciences

In order to create an integrated architectural text, which is a complicated art that blends beauty and practical elements, a rigorous design procedure is necessary. In this situation, the scenario’s role becomes crucial in developing the current architectural text and directing architectural approaches. In order to better understand how the scenario influences the design process and the interactions between various architectural aspects, this project intends to explore and analyze the impact of the scenario in developing and refining architectural text formulation approaches.

The study looks at the idea of a scenario and how it has been used in architecture, as …

Comparison Of Intraperitoneal And Intraductal Routes In The Growth Of N-Methyl-N-Nitrosourea-Induced Breast Cancer In Sprague Dawley Rats: A Systematic Review 2014–2024, Adilla Soraya Prameswari, Ruendhita Azzahra Sari Sompokan, Annisa Annisa, Rachma Greta Perdana Putri, Dewi Yuniasih, Muhamad Danian, Muhammad Tri Yoga Tianotak

Folia Medica Indonesiana

Breast cancer is one of the[-6pc]AU: Please provide affiliations for your paper. leading causes of death for women worldwide, characterized by malignant tumors in the mammary epithelium. Breast cancer modelling using Sprague Dawley animals induced by N-Methyl-N-Nitrosourea (MNU) compounds is commonly used through various administration routes. The intraperitoneal route is the conventional route and the intraductal route is a new route capable of directly targeting the mammary ducts. Both routes affect the speed and characteristics of breast cancer cells in experimental animals. This systematic review using PubMed and Scopus databases from 2014-2024 aims to compare the effects of intraperitoneal and …

Pet Shops And Preemption, Genevieve Schaaf

Georgia Law Review

In December 2019, the Georgia Office of the Attorney General released an Opinion stating that the City of Canton Code of Ordinances, Chapter 18, Article XIV restricting the sale of pets by retail pet shops was in direct conflict with the Georgia Animal Protection Act and therefore preempted under the Georgia Constitution’s Uniformity Clause.

This Note seeks reconsideration of the Attorney General’s Opinion and argues that despite the Attorney General’s Opinion, local ordinances restricting the kinds of animals available at pet shops should remain a legally viable way for local governments to reduce the retail sale of cats and dogs.

The Impact Of Social Media Activities On ‘Labubu The Monsters' Brand Awareness And Brand Image, Grace Javiera Sadihin, Patricia Evelyn Angelika, I Ketut Rangga Wardana Putra, Fari Agil Aryaputra, Theodorus Otniel

ASEAN Marketing Journal

This study aims to investigate the impact of social media activities on brand image and brand awareness. A quantitative study was conducted using a validated questionnaire distributed to a sample of 348 respondents of Gen Z, Gen Y, and Gen X who use social media and are familiar with Labubu The Monsters. Multiple regression analysis was performed using SPSS version 27 to test the hypotheses. The results revealed a significant impact of social media activities on brand awareness and brand image. It was found that entertainment, trendiness, and influencers affect brand awareness, while entertainment, EWOM, trendiness, and influencers affect brand …

Banyuhay Ng Makabayang Bakla: Ang Naratibo At Pagkakakilanlan Ng Mga Aktibistang Lgbtq+ Sa Metro Manila, Areeya Christine P. Bueno, Kaela Marie G. De Gorio, Precious Aerielle V. Ebardo, Raven Lukas L. Vergara, Belle Beatriex' M. Alemania

Dalumat: Multikultural at Multidisiplinaryong E-Journal sa Araling Filipino

Ang salitang banyuhay o “bagong anyo ng buhay” ay isang metapora na sumasalamin sa pag-usbong ng pagkakakilanlan ng mga aktibistang LGBTQ+. Ginamit ang disenyong narrative case study upang masiyasat ang (1) pagbabago sa pagkakakilanlan bago at pagkatapos sumali sa mga pagkilos, (2) mga salik na nag-udyok na kilalanin ang sarili bilang ganap na aktibista, at (3) pagkakakilanlan batay sa mga kategorya ng Social Identity Theory–Self-Categorization Theory (SIT-SCT). Bilang unang hakbang, pinasagutan ng mga mananaliksik ang pre-interview questionnaire upang makakalap ng inisyal na impormasyon sa mga kalahok. Sumunod dito, isinagawa ang semi-structured interview sa anim na kalahok mula sa iba't ibang …

“Do We Play By The Same Rules?”: Exploring The Involvement Of The Magic Circle In Navigating Relationships In Popular Multiplayer Video Games, Nathan Toshihiro A. Villanueva, Julianne Margaret M. Lao, Thea Juliana Alvarez Jocom, Liezl R. Astudillo

Sinaya: A Philippine Journal for Senior High School Teachers and Students

Just like leveling up in a game, dating has transcended the physical world into the realm of multiplayer games where individuals are able to communicate and interact with one another within the virtual third space, the magic circle–the boundary that separates life from play. Within these immersive environments, players create shared experiences that often extend beyond the screen, blurring the line between in-game interactions and real-life emotions. This blurring can lead to emotional spillovers and identity challenges as players navigate the complexities of digital intimacy in world and relationship formation. To define the fluidity of the magic circle, the study …

The Strange Made Beautiful, The Beautiful Made Strange: Dime Museums, Freak Shows, And The Circassian Beauty In 19th-Century American Popular Culture, Emma P. Lovejoy

Graduate Masters Theses

In the fall of 1864, the infamous showman P. T. Barnum premiered a new human oddity exhibit at his American Museum in New York City. Unlike most of the other freak performers there, there was nothing inherently extraordinary about the body of the woman who he introduced as “Zalumma Agra, the Star of the East.” Instead, she had intentionally teased her hair into a mane of curls unfashionable and uncommon for Caucasian women, and dressed in a costume meant to evoke Turkish or more broadly Near Eastern aesthetics. To explain and elevate her unusual appearance, Barnum (or another of the …

“These They Cut In Pieces, Bones And All…”: An Examination Of Pequot Subsistence Practices During The Early 17th Century At The Calluna Hill Site, Groton, Connecticut, Megan V. Goldstein

Graduate Masters Theses

Beginning in the early 17th century, the arrival of Europeans in southern New England led to rapid changes and cultural transformation as Indigenous lifeways were impacted by the introduction of foreign materials, cultural structures, and the onset of colonialism. Archaeological research has helped to demonstrate how individuals and communities navigated the pressures of colonialism and developed ways to survive and persist in the centuries that followed. The early 17th century is an archaeologically underrepresented time period in southern New England, limiting an understanding of how Indigenous people initially interpreted foreign material culture, negotiated changes in their lifeways, and in particular, …

Investigating The Role Of Cornichon-Homolog 3 (Cnih3) In Opioid Use, Contributing Risk Factors, And Associated Neural Substrates, Tania Lintz

Arts & Sciences Graduate Student Theses and Dissertations

Opioid misuse remains rampant as potent synthetic opioids such as fentanyl flood the market. Large-scale genetic tools like the GWAS identify previously unrecognized targets and biomarkers in opioid misuse with the hopes of combating the opioid epidemic and opioid use disorder (OUD). One such target is the AMPA receptor (AMPAR) auxiliary protein Cornichon Homolog-3 (CNIH3), which determines AMPAR subunit composition and kinetics. Though CNIH3 was identified as a gene of interest in OUD, its role in opioid use and accompanying risk factors has not been studied. Using mice with a CNIH3 deletion, we assess the role of CNIH3 in risk …

Green Bonds As A Green Investment To Prevent Greenwashing And Green Financial Crime In Indonesia, Cita Yustisia Serfiyani

Indonesia Law Review

Overcoming the climate crisis should not only be pursued from the aspect of technological invention but also from the financial aspect through issuing securities instruments that align with the green economy mission. Unfortunately, irresponsible parties such as corporations still use the green economy concept for personal gain through greenwashing and green financial crime. The presence of green bonds as green instruments shows a positive trend towards improving the quality of environmentally friendly technological innovations, building green infrastructure, and increasing income in line with increasing public participation in climate issues. However, its application in Indonesia is constrained by the complexity of …

Reconstruction Of Competition Law: Preventing Monopolization Through Data Exploitation In E-Commerce, Diana Fitriana

Indonesia Law Review

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah menganalisis nilai big data dan implikasinya terhadap monopoli usaha, mengkaji perbandingan hukum persaingan usaha dan mengkaji kelemahan hukum persaingan usaha Indonesia, serta menganalisis rekonstruksi hukum Undang-Undang Larangan Monopoli dan Persaingan Usaha Tidak Sehat di masa mendatang. Penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian yuridis normatif (doktrinal) dengan pendekatan perundang-undangan dan konseptual dengan teknik pengumpulan data melalui kajian pustaka, analisis isi, dan studi kasus. Data tersebut kemudian dianalisis secara kualitatif untuk menghasilkan informasi yang komprehensif dan menarik simpulan yang relevan. Big data memiliki kapasitas untuk memicu perilaku monopoli karena mencerminkan permintaan pasar konsumen. Namun, regulasi persaingan di Indonesia kurang dalam …

Ai And Creativity, Herbert Midgley

Faculty Publications

This article argues that artificial intelligence is best understood as a tool in continuity with earlier technologies like digital cameras, non-linear editing, MIDI, and desktop publishing, rather than as a magical threat that will erase creativity or employment. Drawing on historical shifts from film to digital video, manual paste‑up to graphic design software, and acoustic instruments to synthesizers, the author shows that new tools disrupt workflows and certain jobs, yet ultimately broaden access and generate new creative opportunities. Concerns about AI’s resource use are contextualized by comparing its water footprint to bottled water, agriculture, beef production, and textiles, concluding that …

Navigating Trump Tariffs In Africa: The Role Of Regional Economic Integration, Baba N. Yaaba

Bullion

The global economy is shifting away from free trade toward protectionism and economic nationalism, from multilateralism to unilateralism. This is evidenced by both tariffs and non-tariff measures taken by major global powers, which arise from political populism, economic insecurity, and strategic competition among them. This study analyses this trend, emphasising Trump's recent tariffs and their attendant implications for the global economy. The study argues that African Regional Economic Integration offers a shield to the continent if pursued vigorously. With vast potential in Africa, strategic investments, good governance, and inclusive policies can drive growth. At the same time, cooperation, such as …

Adapting To Price Fluctuations: A Case Study Of Street And Market Vendors In Tarlac City, Gavie A. Mariñas, Roselyn V. Magapuro, Ivan Karlo S. Pating

Sinaya: A Philippine Journal for Senior High School Teachers and Students

This study examined the experiences and adaptive strategies of vendors in response to price fluctuations using a qualitative case study approach. Focusing on a bounded case of six purposively selected street and market vendors, the study identified patterns of resilience, negotiation, and vulnerability by emphasizing how vendors deal with uncertainty in a fluctuating economic environment. One of the most significant findings was a considerable drop in sales across vendors following price increases, resulting in fewer client visits. Despite their resourcefulness, vendors have challenges due to limited government assistance, which frequently forces them to rely primarily on their own abilities. Based …

Antibacterial Effect Of Moringa Oleifera Extract, Chitosan, And Calcium Hydroxide Against Porphyromonas Gingivalis: A Preliminary In Vitro Study, Adilah Zf. Djerman, Muhammad F. Sabirin, Erna A. Sutanto, Nisrina E. Nasrun, Maria Tanumiharja

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Objective: Given the role of Porphyromonas gingivalis in pulp inflammation and the potential of natural agents to enhance conventional medicaments, this study aimed to investigate the antibacterial activity of Moringa oleifera extract and chitosan, in combination with calcium hydroxide [Ca(OH)₂], against P. gingivalis

Material and Methods: The laboratory experiment used 12 groups with three replicates (36 samples in total). The groups included: (1) Moringa oleifera with Ca(OH)₂, (2) chitosan with Ca(OH)₂, and (3) M. oleifera, chitosan, and Ca(OH)₂ mixture. Each group had four subgroups: Ca(OH)₂ control and concentration ratios of 1:1, 1.5:1, and 2:1. Antibacterial activity was measured via disc …

Integrating Basic Science, Clinical Research, Epidemiology And Dental Public Health To Promote Innovation In Dentistry: An Editorial Review, Acing H. Mude, H. Hasanuddin, Muhammad Ikbal, Erni Marlina, Muhammad Ruslin

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Objective: This editorial review synthesizes key findings from 15 articles in the August 2025 issue of the Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science, spanning basic science, clinical research, epidemiology, and dental public health.

Methods: The studies were clustered into five thematic domains: diabetes, inflammation, and periodontal therapy; craniofacial growth and genetic determinants; oral pathology and congenital anomalies; community dentistry and interventions; and clinical innovations.

Results: Notable findings include the immunomodulatory and antibacterial effects of gum arabic in diabetic periodontitis, the radioprotective potential of mangosteen pericarp extract, and the lack of correlation between ACTN3 gene polymorphisms and skeletal malocclusion. Epidemiological analyses revealed a …

Investigating The Incorporation Of Milled Rice In Brewing Non-Alcoholic Beer To Enhance Sensory Quality, Christian Schubert, Rahul Sen, Nils Rettberg, Scott Lafontaine

Food Science Faculty Publications and Presentations

The influence of substituting barley malt with milled rice on the sensory and chemical characteristics of nonalcoholic beers (NAB) was investigated. Physicochemical and volatile analyses were conducted on the NABs. Original gravities ranged from 6.71% w/w (100% barley malt) to 7.15% w/w (100% rice), with alcohol contents between 0.33% v/v (70% barley/30 %rice) and 0.45 % v/v (100% rice). Color decreased from 10.8 EBC (100% barley malt) to 3.3 EBC (100% rice). Descriptive analysis sensory evaluations by trained panelists in the United States and European Union were used to characterize the sensory profiles of the NABs. Principal component analysis showed …

Eata Mediated Degradation Of Intestinal Mucus Is Species-Specific And Driven By Muc2 Structural Features, Sergio Trillo-Muyo, Brendan Dolan, Frida Svensson, Tim J Vickers, Liisa Arike, Maria-Jose García-Bonete, Jenny K Gustafsson, Mathias I Nielsen, Hans H Wandall, James M Fleckenstein, Gunnar C Hansson, Sjoerd Van Der Post

2020-Current year OA Pubs

Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (ETEC) infections are a leading cause of diarrheal illness, responsible for an estimated 100,000 deaths annually. ETEC pathogenesis is driven by various virulence factors, including toxins, adhesins, and noncanonical factors such as the protease EatA. The first line of host defense against intestinal pathogenic bacterial infections is the protective intestinal mucus layer. Here, we demonstrate the mechanism by which EatA degrades the core mucus component MUC2, thereby facilitating access to the epithelial cell surface and promoting infection. We identify the specific cleavage site region localized at the C-terminal of MUC2. EatA's protease activity depends on the interaction …

Penerapan Design Thinking Dalam Merancang Media Pembelajaran Pada Mata Pelajaran Ipas Kelas Iii Sekolah Dasar, Dina Lestari, Khikmah Mijil Pawestri, Lina Yekti Oktiningtiyas, Rizky Yuliana Pratista, Tia Sulistiani

Journal of Innovation and Teacher Professionalism

Observations of third-grade students at SD Negeri Gedongtengen were conducted using in-depth interviews within a Design Thinking approach to explore their fears, difficulties, and concerns about learning. The findings indicated that several factors influenced their learning process. Interviews were conducted with two high-achieving and two lower-achieving students. The results showed that learning outcomes were affected not only by internal factors but also by external factors such as learning methods, instructional media, and learning styles. Students experienced difficulty understanding unfamiliar terms in Natural and Social Sciences, particularly in the topic of animal life cycles. Therefore, an engaging and useful learning medium …