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Platelet Transfusion Practices In The Icu: A Prospective Multicenter Cohort Study, Van Stefan, Raasveld Jorinde, Andrew Flint, Jimmy Schenk, Claudia Van Den Oord, Merijn Reuland, Sanne De Bruin, Jan Bakker, Maurizio Cecconi,, Marcus Lance

Anaesthesiology, East Africa

Objective: There is a lack of comprehensive international data regarding platelet transfusion practices in the ICU. This study aimed to evaluate the current occurrence rate of platelet transfusion in the ICU and provide an overview of platelet transfusion practices including indications for a platelet transfusion, thresholds, (non-)adherence and geo-economic region variations.

Design: International prospective cohort study.

Setting: Two hundred thirty-three centers in 30 countries worldwide.

Patients: All patients 18 years old and older, admitted to the ICU during a single study week, selected by each site from one of the 16 predefined weeks (March 2019 to …

The Relationships Between Sporadic And Repetitive Non-Suicidal Self-Injury And Mental Disorders Among First-Year College Students: Results From The World Mental Health International College Student Initiative, Penelope Hasking, Glenn Kiekens, Maria Petukhova, Yesica Albor, Ahmad Al-Hadi, Jordi Alonso, Nouf Al-Saud, Yasmin Altwaijri, Claes Andersson, Lukoye Atwoli

Brain and Mind Institute

Background: Non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) is associated with mental disorders, yet work regarding the direction of this association is inconsistent. We examined the prevalence, comorbidity, time–order associations with mental disorders, and sex differences in sporadic and repetitive NSSI among emerging adults.

Methods: We used survey data from n = 72,288 first-year college students as part of the World Mental Health-International College Student Survey Initiative (WMH-ICS) to explore time–order associations between onset of NSSI and mental disorders, based on retrospective age-of-onset reports using discrete-time survival models. We distinguished between sporadic (1–5 lifetime episodes) and repetitive (≥6 lifetime episodes) NSSI in …

Nuclear Structure Of Neutron-Deficient Cesium-126 And Cesium-127, Connor M. Gautam

Theses and Dissertations

Lifetimes of seven excited states of ¹²⁷Cs, including the states populating the isomer, were measured through a combination of spectroscopic methods. The spin and parity of the states leading up to the 171-μs isomeric level of ¹²⁶Cs were assigned for the first time, new values were measured for the lifetimes of the two isomeric states, and new evidence was presented for the assignment of a detached sequence of gamma rays to the ¹²⁶Cs nucleus.

Designing The Protocol For An Experimental Flight Simulation Study Encouraging Fuel Efficient Behavior, Thomas S. Reardon

Theses and Dissertations

This study designed and tested an experimental instrument to examine how pilots respond to fuel efficiency feedback in a flight simulator. A standardized flight plan, script, and hardware setup were created using X-Plane 12 software and physical flight simulator hardware. The chosen sortie guided participants from Monterey Regional Airport to Moffett Federal Airfield using instrument flight rules (IFR). The flight script provided step-by-step guidance to ensure consistent behavior across participants. The simulator was mapped to match real cockpit controls and allowed for precise data collection including flight time, altitude, heading, and fuel use. The goal was to support a larger …

Implementing Lean Principles To Enhance Warehouse Operations At King Abdulaziz Air Base(Kaab): A Case Study Of Royal Saudi Air Force (Rsaf), Saleh A. Alghamdi

Theses and Dissertations

The Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) relies on efficient logistics to sustain readiness. At King Abdulaziz Air Base, warehouse receiving inefficiencies caused delays and waste. This study used Lean principles and a six-month time–motion analysis, with Pareto and Fishbone tools, to identify 55% waste in dead pile and 75% in palletized shipments. Standard times of 5.98 and 6.55 minutes were set. Key recommendations include SOPs, cross-training, forklift certification, layout redesign, and RFID. Lean adoption could save 100+ labor hours and $4,000 annually, improving safety, accuracy, and mission readiness.

Trends And Predictive Modeling Of Real Estate Prices In Major Saudi Arabia Cities, Meshal S. Aldahas

Theses and Dissertations

his research examines historical trends and explanatory modeling of real estate prices in major Saudi cities, with a focus on Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam. Using a mixed-methods approach, the study integrates quantitative data from 2010–2023, including housing and macroeconomic indicators, with qualitative insights drawn from over 320 survey responses that captured consumer sentiment on affordability, job security, and housing policies. A combination of descriptive statistics, ARIMA and Exponential Smoothing techniques was applied to detect long-term patterns, seasonal variations, and market shocks. Predictive modeling was conducted using Linear Regression, Decision Trees, and Neural Networks, with results showing that job security consistently …

Volume 45, Number 3, September 2025 Olac Newsletter, Laura Kane Mcelfresh, Amanda Mack, Michael Herrick, Meghan Bergin, Diana Eynon, Tanesa G. King, Janelle Zetty, Lisa Romano, Jan Mayo, Yoko Kudo, Tammy Druash

OLAC Newsletters

Digitized September 2025 issue of the OLAC Newsletter.

Evaluating Unoccupied Aerial Systems (Uass) For The Monitoring Of Unmarked Moose In New Hampshire, Usa, Lily Hall

Master's Theses and Capstones

Accurate estimates of wildlife densities are important for understanding population dynamics and informing management decisions. Recent technological developments such as improvements of unoccupied aerial systems (UASs) and sensors provide novel pathways to estimate wildlife densities. However, these methods require critical evaluation of efficacy. In this research, we evaluated the capability of UASs to predict moose (Alces alces) density across a large landscape (~12,000 km2) in northern New Hampshire, USA using longwave infrared imagery via UAS sampling. In Chapter 1, our objective was to account for imperfect detection by creating a sightability model for unmarked moose that includes covariates expected to …

Soci 101s.H50: Introduction To Sociology - Hamilton, Sara R. Wozniak

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Wldg 210.01: Pipe Welding - Integrated Lab, Jackie Hunting

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Bmis 270.01: Mis Foundations For Business, David R. Firth

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Bmis 270.03: Mis Foundations For Business, Jason H. Triche

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Csd 210.50: Speech, Language, Hearing, & Occupational Sciences, Anya A. Leyhe

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Pubh 520.50: Fundamentals Of Biostatistics, Claire E. Adam

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Hsta 570.01: U.S. Women's History - Sex, Body, And Reproduction, Anya Jabour

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Irsh 101.02: Elementary Irish I, Traolach O'Riordain, Melissa M. Scully, Abigail N. Moriarty

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Ot 526.01: Fundamental Clinical Skills, Philip J. Nordeck

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Cas 260.50: Addiction Assessment, Documentation, And Treatment Planning, Kaylee V. Blackwell

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Nrsg 230.01: Nursing Pharmaology, Ginger M. Sillars

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Estimating Drivers Of Certified Seed Adoption Among Colombian Rice Producers And Assessing Yield Impacts At The Plot Level, Jenika Hazelbaker

Graduate Theses and Dissertations

As the population rises, there is a growing need to increase agricultural productivity to keep up with food demands. However, agricultural land expansion to increase production is not a sustainable solution long-term. The Global South particularly faces greater needs for rice as a staple food, yet countries in Latin America like Colombia have faced declining rice yields. Technologies that boost agricultural productivity using existing land, such as certified seeds, are considered a tool to address this problem in the face of land scarcity and climate change. Certified seeds have high genetic purity and are free from disease. Despite the quality …

Resource Assessment Report No. 4: North Coast Demersal Scalefish Resource - Kimberley 2025 Assessment, Fabian Trinnie, Rubie Evans-Powell, Ainslie Denham, Sybrand A. Hesp, Corey Wakefield, Craig L. Skepper, Brett Crisafulli, Stephen J. Newman

Resource Assessment Reports

The North Coast Demersal Scalefish Resource (NCDSR) comprises ecological suites of tropical demersal fish species that occur predominantly in inshore waters (20–250 m deep) and offshore waters ( > 250 m deep) of the North Coast Bioregion (NCB). More than 60 demersal species are landed by fisheries operating in the Kimberley and Pilbara regions of the NCB each year, including high-value snappers (Lutjanidae), groupers (Epinephelidae), and emperors (Lethrinidae). As outlined in the NCDSR Harvest Strategy (DPIRD, 2017), the Kimberley resource is currently monitored through annual reviews of total removals and catch rate trends of indicator species, as well as periodic (every …

The Mercy Seat Of The Risen Christ: Atonement And The Glory Of God In Romans 3:21-26, David Westfall

Faculty Work Comprehensive List

Scholarship on Romans 3.21–26 typically isolates the death of Jesus on the cross as the moment when Paul says the righteousness of God was disclosed, leading to the justification of all who believe the gospel. In this paper I argue that, although the death of Christ relates in important ways to Paul’s claims in the paragraph, this reading does not fully account for his metaphorical description of Christ as a ‘mercy seat’ (ἱλαστήριον), nor his assertion that those who believe are ‘justified through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus’. I show that Paul uses this language and imagery to …

Docking Investigation Of Thevetia Peruviana Plant Compounds For Targeting Molluscicidal Activity Against Biomphalaria Alexandrina Snails, The Intermediate Host Of Schistosoma Mansoni, Samah I. Ghoname, Basma H. Amin, Asmaa T. Mohamed, Olfat A. Olfat A. Hammam, Hebat‑Allah A. Dokmak

Nanotechnology Research Centre

Background Thevetia peruviana, commonly known as Yellow Oleander or Cabbage Tree, is a tropical shrub. Extracts from various parts of the plant (e.g., leaves, seeds) have demonstrated pesticidal properties, including the ability to repel or kill intermediate hosts of Schistosomiasis. Methods This study employed gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC–MS) analysis to identify 33 compo nents in the ethanol extract, with key compounds exhibiting antioxidant, anti‑inflammatory, anticancer, and anti microbial properties. Additionally, the research investigated the molluscicidal activity of the plant extract, its impact on Caspase‑3 expression, steroid sex hormone levels in Biomphalaria alexandrina, and histological alterations in the digestive and hermaphrodite …

Noteworthy Practices For Performing Mpo Administrative Functions, Jeff Kramer, Tia Boyd, Taylor Dinehart

Transportation Planning, Policy, and Processes (TP3) Final Reports

Federal and state laws, regulations, and guidance provide metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs) in Florida and the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) with rules and information for managing aspects of MPO administrative tasks. However, they do not state the exact manner in which those tasks can be achieved. Additionally, there is limited specific research and guidance related to MPO noteworthy practices in MPO administrative functions that would help MPOs in Florida save time and money by streamlining and improving the efficiency of a wide variety of administrative tasks and functions. These tasks fall into several broad categories, including progress reporting and …

"Ai" (Artificial Intelligence) Evidence: Rather Than Struggling To Decide Whether To Classify A Methodology As "Ai" And Relying On A Generalization About Ai Evidence, The Court Should Inquire Whether The Expert's Methodology Possesses A Specific Characteristic That Is Problematic In An Evidentiary Sense, Edward J. Imwinkelried

Hofstra Law Review

No abstract provided.

A Mixed-Methods Approach To Describe Typologies And Fiber Consumption Patterns Of Hispanic/Latino Adults Grouped Using Cluster Analysis, Nicholas Clarke

Master's Theses and Capstones

AbstractBackground: Hispanic/Latino adults in the United States experience disproportionate rates of obesity and diet-related chronic diseases yet remain underrepresented in obesity research. Traditional “one-size-fits-all” nutrition interventions have demonstrated limited effectiveness in this population, largely due to substantial heterogeneity in cultural, socioeconomic, and behavioral factors that influence dietary patterns. Objectives: The overarching goal of this project was to further characterize previously identified subgroups within the Hispanic/Latino population to provide a foundation for future tailored interventions that address the specific needs and preferences of these subpopulations. Specific aims were to: 1. Describe cluster typologies using a virtual nominal group technique (vNGT) with …

Wildlife Connectivity And Its Relationship With Vehicle Collision Hotspots Across New Hampshire, Clara Dawson

Master's Theses and Capstones

Chp. 1: Road networks fragment wildlife habitat and impede wildlife connectivity, which leads to elevated wildlife-vehicle collision (WVC) risk and increased danger to humans and wildlife. Habitat connectivity has been linked to WVC hotspot location and intensity, but this relationship likely depends on landscape context and road characteristics, which may be nonlinear due to varying habitat availability. Our objective was to evaluate factors affecting WVC location and intensity across New Hampshire, USA, with a focus on habitat connectivity. We assessed the relationship between WVCs and five connectivity models using generalized additive models and compared connectivity effects to road and land …

Toxin-Producing Cyanobacteria In Green Manure Microbiomes, Alyssa Nicole Daigle

Master's Theses and Capstones

The increasing reliance on inefficient synthetic fertilizers, which readily leach from soils and contribute to downstream pollution, underscores the urgent need for more sustainable nutrient sources, such as green manures (GMs). Floating aquatic plants like duckweeds are particularly promising candidates due to their natural abundance, rapid growth rates, and ability to efficiently uptake nutrients. However, the presence of toxin-producing cyanobacteria in duckweed microbiomes raises concerns about the potential for toxin accumulation, like microcystins (MCs), both in the GM biomass and in the edible crops to which it is applied. To evaluate the suitability and safety of duckweed-based GMs, we conducted …

Geotechnical Site Characterization Of Offshore Soils From Free Fall Penetrometer Testing For The Application Of Offshore Systems, Emma J. Dennis

Master's Theses and Capstones

As the offshore industry has expanded, innovative anchor systems need to be designed to meet the unique geotechnical engineering constraints presented by offshore sediments, as well as address the constraints presented by offshore industries such as renewable energies or aquaculture systems. For the design and application of successful anchor systems, a thorough understanding of the geotechnics and behaviors of offshore sediments is a necessity. Thus, geotechnical site characterization for proposed infrastructure locations is a vital first step through methods such as sample collection, laboratory analysis, and in-situ testing. Currently, there are often high costs associated with establishing the required soil …

Reducing Early-Age Concrete Cracking In Bridge Decks And Curbs Through Mix Design, Gabriel Geiersbach Guertin

Master's Theses and Capstones

Bridge curbs are an integral part of a bridge’s deck. However, an abnormal rate of early-age cracking has been noted by many state agencies, including New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NH DOT), on bridge decks and curbs across each state. A literature review was conducted to discover and develop actionable remediation techniques. Within this review, several different remediation techniques were found that could reduce early-age cracking. The subset of this field focusing on mix design remediations was chosen due to the broad applicability and replicability of the approach. When considering mix design, Internally Cured Concrete (ICC) was found to provide …