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Engineering Novel Biomimetic Models Of Equine Host-Microbe Interactions, Lynn M. Leedhanachoke

Theses and Dissertations--Veterinary Science

One major limitation to the study of equine disease is the lack of in vitro models that accurately reflect the dynamic physiology of the horse. Thus, there is a pressing need to develop in vitro systems that recapitulate diverse equine tissue and organ microenvironments. To overcome this deficiency, we developed multiple biomimetic equine organoid systems that can be employed for a variety of investigations aimed at resolving outstanding questions in infectious disease pathogenesis, therapeutic development and drug metabolism, host defense mechanisms, immune-modulated disease, and equine developmental biology. Our innovative platform incorporates novel equine intestinal enteroid and airway organoid models derived …

Does Participation In An Innovative Livestock Exhibition Program Foster The Development Of Grit In Youth Across Rural, Micro, And Metropolitan Communities?, Reba V. Prather

Theses and Dissertations--Community & Leadership Development

This research examined whether livestock exhibition could be used to foster grit in youth across rural, micropolitan, and metropolitan communities. More specifically, the researcher sought to evaluate the impact an innovative livestock exhibition program had on youth resilience. Through partnerships with 4-H clubs and agricultural organizations, the initiative encourages community-driven involvement, allowing youth to take ownership of their growth and development. The program utilized agricultural animal husbandry experiences as a mechanism for youth development, exploring the broader impact of livestock engagement on character-building. By assessing the outcomes of these experiences, the research highlights the trials and tribulations associated with fostering …

Mapping The Impact Of Leadership Training: A Ripple Effects Mapping Of The Kentucky Extension Homemaker Association’S First Leadership Academy, Kelly May

Theses and Dissertations--Community & Leadership Development

This research study evaluates the first Kentucky Extension Homemaker Association (KEHA) Leadership Academy using the participatory, qualitative evaluation tool Ripple Effects Mapping (REM). This study explored the impact and outcomes of the training, both intended and unintended.

REM is a participatory evaluation method that begins with appreciative inquiry, then continues with a group discussion where stories are “mapped” or illustrated in real time. Using the Theming and Rippling Method of REM, the research team coded the information on site with inductive theming and those themes were then shared and confirmed with the group. After the event, the mapped data was …

Researching Dementia Indicators Among Rural Populations, Justin S. Yount

Theses and Dissertations--Community & Leadership Development

The study explored potential dementia indicators and risk factors among older adults residing in rural areas who are actively engaged in farming operations. Data was collected in three components a questionnaire, an audiogram test, and a memory impairment screening. 104 people responded to the questionnaire, 133 participants took the audiogram test, and 94 participated in the memory impairment screening. The findings revealed that 80.9% of participants showed no sign of cognitive impairment while 19.1% showed signs of possible impairment. Participants reported moderate levels of physical and social activity, but common risk factors such as elevated BMI, diabetes, hearing loss, and …

Exploring Belongingness, Loneliness, And Distinctiveness On A College Of Agriculture Campus, Sophia Jaramillo-Vasconez

Theses and Dissertations--Community & Leadership Development

The purpose of this study was to explore how sense of belonging, loneliness, and distinctiveness affect students in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment (M-G CAFE). By examining the intersection of student demographics and their experiences, this research aimed to provide a deeper understanding of the dynamics that shape students’ agricultural experiences at the postsecondary level. This study investigates the relationship between student characteristics and their reported levels of belonging and loneliness, and how these factors influence perceptions of their representation and distinctiveness within the M-G CAFE program. An explanatory sequential mixed methods design was employed, beginning with …

Safety Monitoring & Intelligent Power Distribution Systems For Compact Agricultural Equipment, Mason O. Bradley

Theses and Dissertations--Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering

The agricultural industry continues to be one of the most dangerous career fields in the United States of America with compact agricultural equipment being a common source for casualties in the industry. The primary focus of this work is to develop new technology that improves operational safety of compact agricultural equipment through the use of low-cost embedded electronics. This work presents the design of three systems in alignment with this goal.

The first system aims to integrate electrical intelligence and passive safety monitoring into the power distribution system of a small piece of agricultural equipment. The system known as the …

Impacts Of Utilizing Reverse Osmosis Concentrate On Mashing, Fermentation, And Water Use In Bourbon Whiskey Production, Ryan C. Sarhan

Theses and Dissertations--Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering

This thesis addresses the feasibility of reusing reverse osmosis concentrate (ROC) in the bourbon whiskey fermentation processes. Initial work compared laboratory-scale mashing and fermentation methods, demonstrating that simultaneous saccharification and fermentation reliably reflects industrial-scale processes, with lower complexity and process time. Building upon this, laboratory and distillery-scale experiments demonstrated that reusing ROC in the mashing and fermentation steps does not negatively impact ethanol yields. ROC produced by systems with a water softener was found to significantly increase mash rheology, suggesting a need for potential process adjustments. Softened ROC also altered the production of flavor-influencing volatile congeners. Under worst case conditions, …

The Unconstitutionality Of Governor Youngkin's Felon Re-Enfranchisement Scheme (Or Lack Thereof): An Examination Of Hawkins V. Youngkin'S Challenge To Virginia's Current Felon Re-Enfranchisement Scheme, Olivia Rovin

William & Mary Journal of Race, Gender, and Social Justice

This Note argues that Governor Youngkin’s felon re-enfranchisement “scheme” violates the Constitution. Ultimately, I will be evaluating the argument made in Hawkins v. Youngkin, formerly known as Nolef Turns v. Youngkin, noting its strengths and its weaknesses. Part I describes both American history and Virginia’s specific history of denying people convicted of felonies their right to vote. It also details the Supreme Court case, Richardson v. Ramirez, in which the Court held that denying people convicted of a felony the right to vote is constitutional under the Equal Protection Clause. Part I also gives a brief history …

For The Right To Repair Oneself: Cybernetic Imds And The Plight Of Manufacturer Abandonment, Kathy Bacuta

William & Mary Journal of Race, Gender, and Social Justice

One in four people in the United States are disabled, making them the country’s largest minority. Yet they are well-known as the forgotten minority because they are often overlooked by governments and international organizations, and are rarely included in diversity and equity discussions. This is clear in how little the United States fights for the rights of the disabled. The disability aid and big pharma industries have been accused of being parasitic, the public has been accused of being unaccommodating, and the state and federal government has been accused of being unhelpful towards supporting the lives of the disabled. However, …

Sex Life Post Childbirth And The Role Of The Partner Relationship: A Qualitative Study, Agata Kopacz

PCOM Psychology Dissertations

Sexual problems are common among postpartum women, and sexual functioning during the postpartum period is affected by biological, psychological, and social factors. There is limited research exploring women’s experiences within their romantic relationships and sex lives during the postpartum period. This qualitative study utilized the phenomenological approach to gain a better understanding of the experiences of postpartum women in their romantic relationships and their sexual functioning after childbirth. A total of eight eligible postpartum women were interviewed individually. Data from the interviews were analyzed utilizing the phenomenological data analysis approach and grouped into emerging themes. Four themes were extracted for …

Playing The Corporate Game: Corporate Personhood For Collegiate Sports Teams, John Spellman

Transactions: The Tennessee Journal of Business Law

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Universities, Humility, And Nil Deals (With Comments By Michelle Kwon And Jared Brannen), J. Haskell Murray

Transactions: The Tennessee Journal of Business Law

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Fiduciary Duty And Generative Ai In Financial Services, Daria Beshentseva

Student Works

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Navigating America’S “Most Lucrative Vice”: How The U.S. Supreme Court ‘Got It Right’ In Murphy, Melissa Velasco

Student Works

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The Transformation Of Correctional Facilities Using Artificial Intelligence Technology, Ruth Mokhtar

Student Works

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The Realities Of Sex Offender Treatment: What Is Not Being Shared, Pooja Mehta

Student Works

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Policing The Perils Of Online Dating: Harassment, Scams, Dark Patterns, Monopoly, And Perverse Incentives, Kevin Chamow

Student Works

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Penalty Flags And Pigskins: An Antitrust Examination Of The Nfl-Amazon Prime Video Thursday Night Football Package, Maxim Zwarycz

Student Works

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How Fashion Trademarks Meet Ai: Fashion Designers Navigating The World Of Ai With Their Trademarks, Julie R. Silberfein

Student Works

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Seeking To Understand Establishment Clause Jurisprudence Post Bremerton: How History Solves The Lemon Problem, Andrew J. Scott

Student Works

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It Is About Time To Lower Prescription Drug Costs For Americans: Let’S Begin By Regulating The Pbms Who Control Prescription Drug Costs, Samarth Parikh

Student Works

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Technology Is Booming And The Law Is Not: Why Ai Machines And Creators Must Be Awarded Copyright Authorship, Aditya Mishra

Student Works

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Let’S Negotiate: Analyzing The Impact The Inflation Reduction Act’S Drug Price Negotiation Program May Have On The Pharmaceutical Industry, Kristen Liu

Student Works

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The National Basketball Association’S Collective Bargaining Agreements New Guardrails: Apron Rules, Mid-Level Exceptions, And Superstar Trades Within A Restructured Cap System, Justin Orsini

Student Works

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A Political History Of The Internet: Myth, Material, Territory, Kevin Chamow

Student Works

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Florida’S “Don’T Say Gay” And “Don’T Say They” Laws: A Constitutional Inquiry Into Free Speech And Education, Sally A. Bright

Student Works

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First Amendment Protections For Teachers Inside And Outside The Classroom: School District Overreach, Or Proper Protection?, Christiana Mones

Student Works

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A Promise Yet Unfulfilled: The Yates Memo’S Impact On Individual Accountability For Corporate Wrongdoing Eight Years On, Kevin P. Turner

Student Works

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No Way To Die: A Proposal For Expanding New Jersey’S Medical Aid In Dying Act By Removing The “Terminal Illness” Requirement To Include Patients With Severe And Persistent Mental Illness, Liam Cosgrove

Student Works

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The Undertreatment Of Patients With Chronic Pain Due To The Opioid Crisis, Nicole Ng

Student Works

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