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Experiences Of Outpatient Mental Health Counselors Building Relationships With Clients During Covid-19 In Michigan, Paulette Gaines

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the mental health of many individuals and communities and their access to mental health counseling. This study explored the experiences of mental health counselors attempting to build online relationships with clients during the COVID-19 pandemic and how these workers experienced and interpreted relationships with their clients during that period. The transactional theory of stress and coping model provided theoretical foundation to this study. One limited licensed and eight fully licensed professional counselors participated in this study. A generic qualitative design was used, and data were collected by audio recording interviews via …

Accounting Chronicles: Real-World Case Studies, Hannah Coyle

Honors Theses

This thesis compiles case studies exploring accounting principles that intersect with real-world events, from historical incidents to financial crises and contemporary issues. Each study highlights accounting’s significance across diverse economic sectors, emphasizing accounting’s pervasive influence on influential figures, economic trends, and regulatory authorities. Utilizing a multidisciplinary approach including documentaries, articles, financial reports, and academic courses, the research reveals the intricate relationship between accounting practices and global events. Findings underscore the profound impact of economic trends on the accounting profession, showcasing the underlying motivations driving these occurrences and its adaptability to changing global landscapes. Overall, this thesis provides insight into accounting’s …

Simulating Cross-Scale Solid-Fluid Interaction Phenomena, Jinyuan Liu

Dartmouth College Ph.D Dissertations

Solid-fluid interactions are ubiquitous in nature, and accurate simulation methods are essential for realistic animation, industrial design, and engineering analysis. Com- pared to large-scale coupling phenomena, simulating fine-scale interactions poses extra challenges due to factors such as surface tension, material wettability, and geometric complexity. In this thesis, we pursue novel methodologies to accurately model in- terfacial dynamics between surface-tension fluids and codimensional solids, involving capillary interactions, controllable wettability, and robust contact behaviors. Our ini- tial approach involves developing a novel three-way coupling method, which utilizes a thin liquid membrane, modelled as a simplicial mesh, to facilitate accurate momen- tum transfer, …

Optimization Of The Antifungal Properties Of The Bacterial Peptide Entv By Variant Analysis, Shantanu Guha, Shane A Cristy, Giuseppe Buda De Cesare, Melissa R Cruz, Michael C Lorenz, Danielle A Garsin

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

Fungal resistance to commonly used medicines is a growing public health threat, and there is a dire need to develop new classes of antifungals. We previously described a peptide produced by Enterococcus faecalis, EntV, that restricts Candida albicans to a benign form rather than having direct fungicidal activity. Moreover, we showed that one 12-amino acid (aa) alpha helix of this peptide retained full activity, with partial activity down to the 10aa alpha helix. Using these peptides as a starting point, the current investigation sought to identify the critical features necessary for antifungal activity and to screen for new variants …

Primate Social Behavior And Embodied Action, Maria Elbon

Master's Theses

The evolutionary origins of uniquely human cognitive processes remain poorly understood. Comparative analysis between humans and great apes can help identify derived characteristics and extrapolate ecological conditions leading to the evolution of specifically human cognitive abilities. It has been posited that the relatively large brain size of primates, in relation to body size, evolved in response to increasing social complexity and the accompanying cognitive demands placed on gregarious organisms that need to maintain cohesive, functional groups. Studies examining primate social behavior and cognition have focused on foundational abilities and cognitive capacities that are theorized to act as progenitors to uniquely …

Reactivity Of Adsorbed Trace Metals At Metal (Oxyhydr)Oxide Surfaces As Probed With Isotope Exchange, Greg Ledingham

Arts & Sciences Graduate Student Theses and Dissertations

Metal (oxyhydr)oxide surfaces regulate the accessibility of trace metals in soils and aquatic systems. Up to half of the trace metals in urban environments, river systems, and contaminated soils are associated with mineral surfaces yet this pool often remains bioaccessible. Past studies of adsorption-desorption suggest that macroscopic rates of adsorption at mineral surfaces are likely mass transfer-limited and show biphasic rates, with a fast-adsorbing fraction equilibrating in seconds to minutes and a slower-adsorbing pool binding over a timescale of hours to days. In addition, adsorption-desorption hysteresis has been observed for some metals after aging at metal (oxyhydr)oxide surfaces, indicating that …

Feasibility Of Deploying Home-Based Digital Technology, Environmental Sensors, And Web-Based Surveys For Assessing Behavioral Symptoms And Identifying Their Precipitants In Older Adults: Longitudinal, Observational Study., Wan-Tai M. Au-Yeung, Yan Liu, Remonda Hanna, Sarah Gothard, Nathaniel Rodrigues, Cierra Leon Guerrero, Zachary Beattie, Jeffrey Kaye

Mathematics and Statistics Faculty Publications and Presentations

Apathy, depression, and anxiety are prevalent neuropsychiatric symptoms experienced by older adults. Early detection, prevention, and intervention may improve outcomes.

Clearing The Light Path: Proteoglycans And Their Important Roles In The Lens And Cornea, Mary Ann Stepp, A. Sue Menko

Department of Pathology, Anatomy, and Cell Biology Faculty Papers

Some of the earliest studies of glycans were performed on mammalian corneas and lenses with many of the key concepts we currently recognize as being fundamental to our understanding of basic cell biology arising from these studies. Proteoglycans and their GAG side chains are essential components of the ECM of the lens capsule. They also are present in the anterior corneal epithelial basement membrane and the posterior (Decemet's) basement membrane, and they organize collagen fiber diameters and spacing in the corneal stroma to maintain stromal clarity. Studies using genetically engineered mice and characterization of spontaneously arising mutations in genes controlling …

Advertising To Generation Z, Taryn Romaine

Honors College Theses

The goal of this project is to analyze the history and background of those born between 1997 and 2012, also known as Generation Z, and determine its effect on how this Generation receives and reacts to advertising. In addition, through the use of a personally created and conducted poll, I gathered data on a portion of Generation Z individuals and their preferences to certain elements of advertisement design. These elements are text content, layout, color, and relatability/authenticity. My project discusses how advertisers and advertisement designers, such as myself, can implement these preferences in order to effectively advertise to Generation Z. …

Spirit, Art, And Care, Jordan Geiger

MFA in Visual Art

In textiles, installations, and interactive performances, I explore how spiritual practice becomes art practice. My experiences as a hospice volunteer, musician, and Buddhist inform my work’s focus on contemplating impermanence as a path to spiritual transformation. Artmaking is a vehicle for exploring the nature of my reality, and both communicating what I find and sharing the path itself. I take inspiration from mystic/artists such as Hilma af Klint, Sengai Gibon, and Agnes Martin, who have sought to expound the path of awakening in artistic form.

In content as well as process, my work explores notions of empathy, awareness, ceremony, and …

Virtual Bodies: Probing Fake Flesh, Emily Elhoffer

MFA in Visual Art

This thesis explores the fluid and often elusive concept of the body as mediated through technology and art, questioning the boundaries between the physical and virtual. By investigating the interactions of cultural ideals, technological mediation, and material experimentation, the research delves into how contemporary art practices can challenge and expand our understanding of embodiment.

Central to this exploration is the use of varied mediums such as sculpture, digital imagery, and installation art to create what I term "virtual bodies"—conceptual entities that exist at the intersection of imagination and material reality. These creations often reflect and critique societal norms regarding beauty, …

Case: A Case Of Pembrolizumab Induced Myocarditis And Complete Heart Block, Janak Adhikari, Priyadarshani Sharma, Eddy Karnabi, Juan H. Merchan, Hasnain Arshad

Journal of Community Hospital Internal Medicine Perspectives

Use of checkpoint inhibitor pembrolizumab has continued to grow since its approval in 2014. Rare instances of conduction side effects have been described including brady and tachyarrhythmias, heart block and even cardiac arrest. We present a case of Pembrolizumab induced myocarditis and persistent third-degree heart block.

Turmeric-Induced Liver Injury, Fadi Alghzawi, Robert Jones, Christopher J. Haas

Journal of Community Hospital Internal Medicine Perspectives

The use of herbal and dietary supplements has gained an increasing foothold in the United States. While often touted as safer alternatives to more traditional “western” therapeutics, the pharmacology and pharmacokinetics of these substances, their interactions with other medications, their purity, and individual pharmacogenomics, remain unknown. Turmeric is a popular supplement that has been demonstrated to be safe, and even hepatoprotective. Recently, however, there have been several reports of turmeric-induced liver injury. We report a case of drug-induced liver injury due to turmeric that was complicated by acute liver failure and hepatorenal syndrome.

A Life-Threatening Cup Of Tea: A Case Report And Literature Review, Elizabeth Mikhail, Dheeraj Alexander, Kyle Ralston, Calvin Ghimire, Arvind Kunadi

Journal of Community Hospital Internal Medicine Perspectives

Herbal teas have been ingrained in traditional practices, particularly in traditional Chinese medicine, for many years. Despite their global popularity and widespread use, there is a notable absence of comprehensive studies elucidating the mechanism of action and potential adverse effects associated with these medicinal herbs. We present the case of a male in his early 50s who consumed an herbal tea called “Tapee tea” which is marketed to alleviate musculoskeletal pain and is available for purchase on various online platforms. He presented to the hospital due to melanotic stools and was subsequently diagnosed with a large duodenal peptic ulcer which …

Bibliometric Review Of The Landscape And Thematic Structure Of Research On Sustainable Mining In Asean, 1942–2022, Nathatai Janjirawatna, Sirisuhk Rakthin, Philip Hallinger

Journal of Sustainable Mining

This bibliometric review addressed the lack of consolidated information on the current state of sustainable mining in the ASEAN region. The review analyzed bibliographic data associated with 539 Scopus-indexed documents on sustainable mining in ASEAN nations published through the end of 2022. Descriptive statistics identified a great disparity in the scope of research on sustainable mining practices across the ASEAN countries. Surprisingly, a significant portion of the extant research on sustainable mining in the region has been authored by scholars from outside of ASEAN. Keyword analyses highlighted several emerging research topics including life cycle assessment, conservation of natural resources, climate …

Microbial Dysbiosis And Nutritional Factors That Promote Remyelination In Multiple Sclerosis, Katherine C. Grant, Francis Jenney

Research Day

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease characterized by the infiltration of peripheral lymphocytes into the central nervous system, resulting in inflammation and demyelination. Microbial dysbiosis has been observed in MS patients and may play a role in the loss of immune tolerance, leading to autoimmunity. Thus, it is believed that the gut microbiota can influence the inflammation seen in MS patients through the gut-brain axis. Diet and nutrition are highly implicated in inflammatory diseases because they can control the abundance of bacterial species and transcription factors and gene expression in host cells, ultimately creating pro-inflammatory or anti-inflammatory immune responses. …

Efavirenz, A Cyp46a1 Activator Ameliorates Pathological Neovascularization In A Mouse Model Of Oxygen-Induced Retinopathy, Shubhra Rajpurohit, Josephine M. Rudd, Allston Oxenrider, Ravirajsin N. Jadeja, Menaka C. Thounaojam

Research Day

Introduction: In a prior study, we documented the predominant reliance of the developing retina on the alternate bile acid (BA) synthesis pathway. However, in the context of oxygen-induced retinopathy (OIR) in mouse models, retinal BA synthesis undergoes significant dysregulation, marked by a pronounced reduction in the activity of the key rate-limiting enzyme, Cytochrome P450 enzymes (CYP or P450) 46A1.

Objective: The objective of this current investigation is to assess the impact of efavirenz (EFV)-mediated activation of CYP46A1 on retinal neovascularization in OIR mice, a model representative of retinopathy of prematurity (ROP).

Methods: Seven-day-old (P7) C57BL/6J mice were subjected to the …

The Effects Of Plant Milks On Bone Growth And Bone Density In Children And Adolescents, Julienne Ryland, Jeannel Miclat, Diana Peterson

Research Day

Introduction:

Improper nutrition is a controllable factor contributing to bone development during the peak growth years of 9-16 years old. In the past few decades, cow milk and dairy products have been the primary sources of vitamin D and calcium; however, the increased prevalence of plant-based dairy products on the market resulted in nutritional differences. Plant-based products have decreased amounts of vitamin D and calcium, disrupting endochondral ossification. Furthermore, plant milk generally has lower protein and fat content than cow milk. We hypothesize that consuming plant-based products may decrease metabolic fat stores, vitamin D, and calcium availability, thus lowering bone …

Quantifying Impact Of Robot Perception Accuracy At Landmarks In Decision-Making During Complex Situations, Sheuli Paul, Steven Liu, Akram Alghanmi, Veton Kepuska, Marius Silaghi

Florida Conference on Recent Advances in Robotics

Perception and decision making is contextual. Landmarks are components of the environment associated with high perception and localization accuracy and their presence can significantly impact agent beliefs and decisions. Our research focuses on integrating state-of-the-art sensing technologies to enhance human decision-making. The perception model incorporates multi-sensor fusion, utilizing LiDAR, cameras, and inertial sensors to create a dynamic representation of the environment. Object recognition and tracking algorithms further enable the robot to interpret the scene providing valuable insights for informed decision-making. This effort involves a novel perception model tailored for mobile robots, emphasizing its role in assisting humans during decision-making processes. …

You Gotta Meet Mr. Pierce!: The Storied Life Of Folk Artist Elijah Pierce, Charlene D. Bustos

Lorgnette: Quarterly Review of Children's and Young Adults' Books

No abstract provided.

Wild Inventions: Ideas Inspired By Animals, Shan Martinez

Lorgnette: Quarterly Review of Children's and Young Adults' Books

No abstract provided.

Victory Is Sweet, Janet Bond

Lorgnette: Quarterly Review of Children's and Young Adults' Books

No abstract provided.

Tasmanian Devils: Nature's Cleanup Crew, Shan Martinez

Lorgnette: Quarterly Review of Children's and Young Adults' Books

No abstract provided.

Supermoms!, Leah D. Carruth

Lorgnette: Quarterly Review of Children's and Young Adults' Books

No abstract provided.

Stone Age Beasts, Charlene D. Bustos

Lorgnette: Quarterly Review of Children's and Young Adults' Books

No abstract provided.

Nature's Rule Breakers: Creatures That Don't Fit In, Shan Martinez

Lorgnette: Quarterly Review of Children's and Young Adults' Books

No abstract provided.

A Wild, Wild Hanukkah, Melinda Isbell

Lorgnette: Quarterly Review of Children's and Young Adults' Books

No abstract provided.

At The Poles, Maria Medina

Lorgnette: Quarterly Review of Children's and Young Adults' Books

No abstract provided.

The Taste Of Things, Sherry Coman

Journal of Religion & Film

This is a film review of The Taste of Things (2023), directed by Trần Anh Hùng.

Advocate Health Care Community Benefits Journal, 2006, Advocate Health - Midwest

Historical Documents - Combined

Advocate Health Care, Oak Brook, IL: Community Benefits Journal for Advocate Health Care titled, "Impact". Includes data, statistics, and development plans for eight legacy hospitals and out-patient centers.

For more information about this year see: Advocate Health Care Annual Report, 2006.