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Antibiotic Resistance Trends In Coliform Bacteria Of Kittitas County Waters, Kaitlyn Holbrook, Bella Blasingim, Cruz Veronica Guillen Mejia, Holly Pinkart

Journal of the Symposium of University Research and Creative Expression

Project Mentor(s): Holly Pinkart, PhD

Since the mid-1900s, antibiotics have been developed to help fight against bacterial pathogens. However, bacteria can evolve rapidly and have evolved resistance to many types of antibiotics. Using coliform bacteria collected from waters around Kittitas County, BIOL 323 students at Central Washington University have identified a variety of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in Kittitas County streams and canals. Antibiotic resistance was measured from 2014-2019 and compared to data collected in 2024. This study focuses on three antibiotics, ampicillin, kanamycin, and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole. In the past (2014-2019) we saw no change in the trend of antibiotic resistance in collected …

Effect Of Coniferous Trees And Water Availability On Soil Acidification, Jessica A. Cheever

Journal of the Symposium of University Research and Creative Expression

Project Mentor(s): Mary Poulson, PhD

Water availability and coniferous tree species can cause acidification and a change in soil fertility. Previous research in European forests found that rainfall, soil acidity, and conifer prevalence influenced soil quality and biodiversity. However, not much is known about these effects in the Pacific Northwest’s forests. Three forests were chosen based on a gradient of annual precipitation. The Hoh Rain Forest, the Tiger Mountain State Forest, and the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest were used for wet, mesic, and dry conditions, respectively. Each location had a three-by-six grid spaced 50 meters between each plot. The location was …

Literary Networks Everywhere: An Analysis Of Literary Connections Across Time And Culture, Rachel Riffel

Journal of the Symposium of University Research and Creative Expression

Project Mentor(s): Katharine Whitcomb

This paper explores the concept of literary discourse as a networked form, using Caroline Levine’s theory of “networks” as expansive systems of meaning. Through the poetry of several postmodern poets and their texts such as Terrance Hayes’ American Sonnets for My Past and Future Assassin, Anne Carson’s The Beauty of the Husband, and Maggie Nelson’s Bluets, this essay analyzes how contemporary poets use intertextuality, historical references, and classical forms not as rigid structures but as connective nodes in a broader literary web. These texts illustrate how poetry continues to participate in an evolving cultural and literary …

Turkish Eyes For America: How Turkey Embraced The United States In The Interwar Period, Jack Goodwin

The Ozark Historical Review

This research discusses the unique relationship developed between the United States and Turkey between world wars and invites us to reconsider the popular understanding of the United States’ place in Turkey and questions the ways American officials believed were the most effective at spreading their national ideals and culture.

Playing With Fire: How The Nazis Used Toys And Games To Mobilize A Generation, Brett Lafemina

Chronos

No abstract provided.

Women And Religion In The Mongol Empire, Karlie Barnett

The Ozark Historical Review

This article contributes toward the effort to uncover the impact of women on the making of the Mongol Empire in the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries. It also considers how women among the Mongols interacted with religion in varied and distinct ways and how these relationships influenced the development of Eurasian religions and the Mongol Empire overall. These interactions, which took place in the personal realm, the political realm, and in the realm of patronage, had profound effects on the development of Eurasian religions and the Mongol Empire.

The Tax Adviser, Volume 8, Number 2, February 1977, American Institute Of Certified Public Accountants

Tax Adviser

No abstract provided.

Tax Trends, E. S. Linett

Tax Adviser

No abstract provided.

Factors Related To The Health Service Seeking Behaviors Of Buddhist Monks In Chiang Mai, Thailand, Nutthakit Sangkhan, Sineenart Chautrakarn, Waraporn Boonchieng, Surasak Saokaew, Pallop Siewchaisakul

Journal of Health Research

Background: Buddhist monks are considered a vulnerable population in terms of health; however, their health-seeking behaviors (HSB), and associated factors remain underexplored in Thailand. This study aims to investigate HSB and its determinants among Thai Buddhist Monk.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted between February and March 2023 using a self-administered questionnaire. Stratified random sampling was applied. The questionnaire was based on an established HSB model. Multinomial logistic regression was used to identify factors associated with HSB across different levels of illness severity.

Results: A total of 385 monks surveyed, most preferred popular health care for mild illnesses and professional …

Development Of Edible Coatings To Enhance The Functional Properties And Shelf Life Of Food Authors, Sophie O Riordan, Lily Jaiswal, Shiv Shankar

Journal of Academic Research and Innovation

This publication explores the use of edible coatings made from a ternary blend of natural polymers—pectin (1%), gelatin (2%), and sodium alginate (3%)—combined with grapefruit essential oil (GEO) to extend the shelf life of cherry tomatoes (CTs). These natural polymers form flexible, edible films with good barrier properties, while GEO contributes antioxidant and antimicrobial effects. CTs were coated with varying GEO concentrations (0%, 5%, and 10%) and stored in original packaging at room temperature. Results showed that uncoated CTs lasted 7 days, while those with the ternary blend alone lasted 9 days. The addition of 5% and 10% GEO extended …

Development Of Antimicrobial Formulations From Natural Extracts And Silver Nanoparticles, Ellen Hoey, Lily Jaiswal, Shiv Shankar

Journal of Academic Research and Innovation

Food waste is a current global issue due to the increasing population and climate change. With this in mind, consumers have become more aware of the need for sustainable food preservation methods and they search for natural products. Traditional preservatives can be toxic/harmful to humans in large doses. The increased demand is for using natural preservatives in food preservation such as essential oils (EOs) and Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs). In our research a green chemistry method was used to synthesise Silver nanoparticles AgNPs with the amino acid tyrosine. The AgNPs were characterised using UV-Vis, concentration and TEM. The AgNPs had a …

Development Of Biopolymer And Essential Oils-Based Edible Coatings To Enhance The Shelf Life Of Strawberries, Katie Wiseman, Lily Jaiswal, Shiv Shankar

Journal of Academic Research and Innovation

This study investigates the effectiveness of edible coatings in extending the shelf life of strawberries while enhancing their sensory properties too. The primary objective is to preserve the visual appeal, texture, and overall quality of strawberries during storage through the application of a bio-based edible coating. The coating formulation consisted of a ternary blend of pectin, sodium alginate, and gelatin, enriched with thyme essential oil at two concentrations (5% and 10%). Further, strawberries were immersed in the formulated coating solutions and stored under controlled conditions. The results revealed a significant extension in shelf life for coated strawberries up to 9 …

Analysis Of Gold Nanoparticles To Develop The Rapid Antigen Biosensing Strips For The Detection Of Toxins, Trang Nguyen Minh Long, Perveen Akhtar, Gayathree Thenuwara, Vinayak Sharma, Furong Tian, Bilal Javed

Journal of Academic Research and Innovation

Zearalenone (ZEN), a mycotoxin produced by Fusarium fungi, is a significant food safety concern due to its widespread contamination in cereal crops and its estrogenic effects on both human and animal health. Although traditional analytical methods such as HPLC and ELISA are very sensitive but they are laborious, expensive, and unsuitable for on-site screening. This paper focused on developing a rapid, cost-effective, and fast lateral flow immunoassay (LFIA) for ZEN detection, using gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) as label particles that were immobilized with anti-ZEN antibodies. AuNPs were synthesized using the Turkevich–Frens method, showing a UV–Vis absorption peak at 520 nm and …

Synthesis Of Nitrogen-Enriched 3d Graphene Foam For Electrochemical Sensing Of Hydrogen Peroxide (H₂O₂), Bhargavi Dronavalli, Madhava Rao Vallabhaneni, Jatla Murali Prakash, Deepti Kolli, Dandamudi Srilaxmi

Karbala International Journal of Modern Science

In this work, A simple hydrothermal process was utilized to create 3D-foam-type Nitrogen-doped graphene (NDG). The synthesized material was characterized using a range of physicochemical characterization techniques. These techniques confirm that nitrogen is successfully incorporated into the carbon network, resulting in NDG. Cyclic voltammetry (CV) investigation demonstrated that NDG-modified glassy carbon electrode (NDG/GCE) displayed finite charge transfer properties against typical redox systems. NDG/GCE is identified as a simple, facile, and efficient electrocatalyst material for the estimation of hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂). From CV analysis, it is revealed that NDG/GCE can produce a signal for electrochemical quantification of …

Assessing The Effect Of Aqueous Lavender Extract Sprays On Gingivitis In Pediatric Patients With Type 1 Diabetes (Randomized Clinical Trial), Doaa J. Sadea, Chaza N. Kouchaje

Arabian Journal of Pediatric Dentistry

Introduction: The prevalence of diabetes mellitus in children and adolescents has increased worldwide over the past three decades. High blood sugar levels in diabetic patients negatively affect the inflammatory response to dental plaque, leading to gingivitis and periodontitis, manifested by periodontal abscesses, and xerostomia, which leads to cervical caries and a high carious predisposition. Several studies have shown that plaque removal is not completely achieved using mechanical methods alone, so chemical control methods have emerged as an adjuvant and enhancing method.

The aim of the research: The current study aims to evaluate lavender sprays on gingivitis in pediatric patients with …

A Study Of The Knowledge And Awareness Of Dental Students In Syrian Public Universities About The Using Artificial Intelligence In Pediatric Dentistry, Abdulrhman A. Alkhaled, Chaza N. Kouchaje

Arabian Journal of Pediatric Dentistry

Background : The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) has caused a paradigm change in the medical and dental disciplines in recent years. It is crucial for practitioners to comprehend the basic ideas, underlying principles, and applications of AI as it continues to influence clinical practices in the present and the future. AI is a potent diagnostic tool in pediatric dentistry that improves precision, effectiveness, and judgment. To maximize AI's potential in clinical practice, a thorough grasp of its function in this field is essential.

Object: The purpose of the current study was to evaluate a group of Syrian dental …

Efficiency And Clinical Outcomes Of Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy On Canine Coxofemoral Osteoarthritis, Patama Arunrattanakul, Kumpanart Soontornvipart

The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine

The purpose of this study was to find out the optimal technique to prepare plasma with the highest platelet concentration in platelet rich plasma (PRP), as well as determine the result of autologous PRP from the dogs with osteoarthritis (OA) condition. It was shown that the PRP could reduce inflammation, cell regeneration and enhance angiogenesis to support the injured tissue. This study was composed of two phases; the first phase aimed to find the best centrifugation speed and time that could be able to produce the plasma with the highest platelet concentration by conducting the experiment from a total of …

Realidades De Las Organizaciones De La Sociedad Civil En México: Índice De Fomento A Las Actividades De Las Osc, Pablo Armando González Ulloa Aguirre

Journal of Nonprofit Innovation

Este artículo presenta los hallazgos derivados de la construcción de un Índice que evalúa el estado del fomento de las Organizaciones de la Sociedad Civil (OSC) en las 32 entidades federativas de México durante el año 2021. También describe los criterios considerados en la construcción del Índice y los resultados obtenidos en cada una de sus dimensiones. El Índice proporciona una perspectiva integral y multidimensional sobre el estudio del fomento a las OSC, analizando las dimensiones legal, institucional y programática con el objetivo de comparar los avances y los retrocesos en este ámbito. Al hacerlo, ofrece una oportunidad para mejorar …

Green Reconstruction In Post-Conflict Areas: Climate Change Mitigation Policy Paper, Mariya Legorycheva

COP30

This policy paper emphasizes the significance of implementing green and sustainable practices in post-conflict rebuilding. According to the tendencies of reconstruction, environmental concerns are not a priority for governments after gaining stability, which can cause unpleasant consequences, including the new rise of resource-based conflicts, the new wave of reconstruction, and vulnerability in social aspects of certain categories. The main goal of the research is to show that green rebuilding is a necessity that leads to sustainability, peace, and trust, by analyzing two opposite cases of reconstruction priorities: Colombia, as a successful one, and Iraq, as a warning one. The policy …

Drawing On Uncertainty Methodologies Of Neutrosophic Hypersoft Sets In Cognitive Computing-Driven Healthcare Systems, Mona Mohamed, Nurhan Alaa

Neutrosophic Systems with Applications

A new paradigm called cognitive computing simulates human reasoning and decision-making through integrating advanced techniques such as artificial intelligence (AI) and natural language processing (NLP). Cognitive computing systems, in contrast to traditional systems, can handle both structured and unstructured data, adjust to new information, and offer context-sensitive insights. This study examines how cognitive computing improves decision-making, personalization, and human-machine collaboration in various fields. Cognitive computing in the healthcare sector processes clinical notes, imaging data, and electronic health records to help physicians with diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient engagement. This study examines key applications, including their role in diagnostic support, where …

A Multimodal Discourse Analysis Of Visual Representation In English Language Textbooks At The Elementary Level: A Social Semiotic Perspective, Amina Bashir, Aamir Aziz, Muhammad Imran, Norah Almusharraf

Khazar Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences

Textbooks serve as a significant and comprehensive resource for language learners. This study focuses on a Multimodal Discourse Analysis of Visual Representations found in English Language Textbooks, employing a Visual Social Semiotic Perspective. Utilizing the framework established by Kress & van Leeuwen (2020), which comprises Representational, Interactional, and Compositional modes, this research investigates the multimodal elements present within these textbooks to assess their role in enhancing comprehension through visuals. Adopting a qualitative descriptive methodology, the study analyzes a purposively selected sample of 158 images from elementary school textbooks. The findings reveal a disproportionate representation of males compared to females across …

Operating Fund Budget/ Expenditure Summary Report 1st Quarter 2025-26, Csusb Budget Office

University Budget Office records

No abstract provided.

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

University Budget Office records

No abstract provided.

Fundamentals Of The New Neutrosophic Matrices, Adebisi Sunday Adesina, Ogunmuyiwa Sodiq Damilola

Neutrosophic Systems with Applications

The New Neutrosophic Matrices provides a mathematical extension of classical and fuzzy matrix theory that incorporates the element of indeterminacy alongside truth and falsity. Neutrosophic logic, pioneered by FlorentinSmarandache, provides a richer framework for dealing with uncertainty and vagueness in real-world data. This study explores the definitions, classifications, and algebraic operations onneutrosophic matrices, including addition, multiplication, scalar operations, and the formation of identities.A comparative analysis is presented to highlight the distinctions between classical, fuzzy, and neutrosophic matrices. From the concepts, potential applications could be proposed most especially, for more problem solving as well as for future exploration.Findingsaffirmthat neutrosophic matrices offer …

Public Perceptions Of Universities As Public Entities During The Covid-19 Pandemic Era, Jinho Jung, Laura Barrett, Nicole Olynk Widmar, Mario Ortez

Department of Agricultural Economics Faculty Publications

Higher education institutions are facing challenges in navigating social, cultural, and political issues. The online presence of higher education presents a new set of opportunities and challenges; knowledge, news, and continuing education are increasingly disseminated online. Additionally, the public, student bodies and stakeholders are increasingly looking at reviews or seeking opinions via online and social media to form opinions on institutions. This analysis uses online and social media to analyze and compare perceptions of two public universities in Indiana, namely Purdue University and Indiana University. These two Indiana institutions are located in the same state, allowing for comparisons of public …

Cold-Shock Protein Scaffold For Engineering Non-Antibody Binding Proteins, Jack Mathew Webster

USF Patents

Disclosed herein are compositions and methods directed to non-antibody protein scaffolds derived from cold-shock proteins.

Uab Libraries Q3 2025 Employee Updates, Uab Libraries

UAB Libraries News

No abstract provided.

Long-Acting Recombinant Il-7 (Rhil-7-Hyfc) Enhances The Primary And Memory Neoantigen-Specific Immune Response To Breast Cancer Personalized Cancer Vaccines, Michael Chen, Thomas Kane, Ina Chen, Suangson Supabphol, Xiuli Zhang, Alexandra A Wolfarth, Donghoon Choi, Lijin Li, S Peter Goedegebuure, William E Gillanders

2020-Current year OA Pubs

No abstract provided.

Executive Committee - Minutes, 09/30/2025, Academic Senate

Academic Senate Minutes

No abstract provided.

The Effect Of Pesticide Exposure On Metabolic Syndrome: An Epidemiological Analysis In An Agricultural Population, Putri Arida Ipmawati, Rusmiati Rusmiati, Suharno Suharno, Tommy Denie Irianto, Alfino Validita Sidiq, Abentin Estim, Slamet Wardoyo

Media Kesehatan Masyarakat Indonesia

Metabolic syndrome, characterised by hyperglycaemia, dyslipi-daemia, hypertension, and central obesity, is a global health problem, and exposure to pesticides is an important risk factor for agricultural workers. This study aims to analyse the effects of pesticide exposure, sociodemographic factors, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) usage behaviour on glucose levels, HDL, and LDL in farmers in Kubu Raya District, West Kalimantan. A cross-sectional study was conducted on 60 farmers selected using stratified random sampling. Data were collected through structured interviews, fasting blood tests, and analysed using the chi-square test with a significance level of 95%. The results showed a high prevalence …