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Marginalized, Secularized, And Popularized? The Prevalence And Patterns Of Paranormal Belief In The United Kingdom, Tom Clark, Joseph O. Baker, Christoper D. Bader

Sociology Faculty Articles and Research

There is growing recognition of the prevalence of paranormal beliefs in Western countries. However, most of this interest has been focused on the United States and robust, comparative data remain limited. This study extends this literature to report findings from a national survey of the United Kingdom designed to assess the prevalence and patterns of paranormal beliefs. Although there are many similarities to previous research, the results also suggest that there are significant differences in the scope, clustering, and patterns of paranormalism across contexts. The study makes four contributions to research on the paranormal by a) reiterating the continuing popularity …

Enhancing Progestin Therapy With A Glucagon-Like Peptide 1 Agonist For The Conservative Management Of Endometrial Cancer, Andrea R Hagemann, Ian S Hagemann, David G Mutch, Eric J Devor, Paige K Malmrose, Yuping Zhang, Abigail M Morrison, Kristina W Thiel, Kimberly K Leslie

2020-Current year OA Pubs

OBJECTIVE: Obesity is a major risk factor for endometrial cancer. In addition to hormone therapy with progestins, glucagon like peptide-1 receptor (GLP-1R) agonists such as semaglutide may be helpful to achieve weight loss during conservative treatment of endometrial hyperplasia or cancer.

METHODS: We theorized that the combination of semaglutide and the progestin levonorgestrel would be useful as a novel treatment or prevention regimen and tested this hypothesis using endometrial cancer cell lines and patient-derived organoids (PDOs).

RESULTS: Hec50, KLE, and Ishikawa endometrial cancer cells express GLP-1R, as determined by both qPCR and Western blotting, and GLP-1R agonist treatment induces GLP-1R …

Cimpact-Now Update 8: Clarifications On Molecular Risk Parameters And Recommendations For Who Grading Of Meningiomas, Felix Sahm, Sonika Dahiya, Et Al.

2020-Current year OA Pubs

Meningiomas are the most frequent primary intracranial tumors. Hence, they constitute a major share of diagnostic specimens in neuropathology practice. The 2021 WHO Classification of Central Nervous System Tumors ("CNS5") has introduced the first molecular grading parameters for meningioma with oncogenic variants in the TERT promoter and homozygous deletion of CDKN2A/B as markers for CNS WHO grade 3. However, after the publication of the new classification volume, clarifications were requested, not only on novel but also on long-standing questions in meningioma grading that were beyond the scope of the WHO "blue book." In addition, more recent research into possible new …

Convergent Close-Coupling Approach To Electron Impact Dissociation Of The Polyatomic Molecule H 3 + And Its Isotopologues, Reese K. Horton, Michael V. Pak, Igor Bray, Dmitry V. Fursa

Faculty Publications

Cross sections for electron impact dissociative excitation and ionization in scattering on vibrationally excited levels of the ground electronic state of H₃⁺ and its isotopologues are reported in the energy range of 8 to 1000 eV. Calculations have been performed using a newly developed version of the molecular convergent close-coupling code. Cross sections for total dissociative excitation, ionization yielding atomic fragments such as D⁺, and the total inelastic cross section are presented. Good agreement with available experiments has been demonstrated.

Convergent Close-Coupling Approach To Electron Scattering On H3+ : Scattering Dynamics And Dissociative Processes, Reese K. Horton, Michael V. Pak, Igor Bray, Dmitry V. Fursa

Faculty Publications

Cross sections for electron impact dissociative excitation and ionization in scattering on vibrationally excited levels of the ground electronic state of H₃⁺, D₃⁺, and T₃⁺ are reported in the energy range of 8–1000 eV. Calculations have been performed using a newly developed version of the molecular convergent close-coupling code. Convergence of the cross sections with the size of the projectile partial-wave and close-coupling expansions is examined. Branching ratios and cross sections for the yields of D₂⁺ and D⁺ from dissociative excitation of D₃⁺ are presented and isotope …

Verbal And Numeric Eyewitness Confidence Differentially Affect Decision-Making, Pia Pennekamp

Psychological Science Faculty Publications and Presentations

Eyewitness confidence is typically communicated verbally (e.g., certain). Interpretations for verbal confidence statements are variable which could affect decision-making. I explored the extent to which confidence format (i.e., verbal vs. numeric) influences juror decision-making. Participants (N = 468) read a trial vignette in which an expert witness draws attention to the eyewitness's confidence in their suspect identification (uncertain, or certain, or 28%, or 88%). Participants rated the expert's recommendation, rendered a conviction decision, and provided confidence in their decision on a scale of 0 = Not at all confident to 10 = Completely confident. Mock-jurors were more likely to convict …

The Impact Of Social Media On Garlic Burn Incidents: Exploring The Risks Of Home Remedies, Niharika Niharika, Sakshi Minocha, Rosaline Mishra, Praveen Kumar Gaur, Navneet Verma

Bulletin of Faculty of Pharmacy Cairo University

Background: The use of medicinal plants is increasingly popular, fueled by online endorsements and a growing interest in natural remedies. Garlic (A. sativum), a well-known herbal species, is often touted for its medicinal properties and used to treat various ailments, including coughs and colds in infants. However, despite its popularity, there is a lack of awareness regarding the potential risks associated with topical garlic application, specifically skin burns. This review aims to highlight the potential dangers of using raw garlic topically and advocate for informed decision-making regarding herbal remedies. Methods: The objective of the present manuscript is to present a …

Bond Strength Of Thermally Aged Cad/Cam Hybrid Nanoceramic Repaired With Nanohybrid Resin Composite, Mostafa Aboushahba, Sara H. Younis

Future Dental Journal

Purpose. To assess shear bond strength (SBS) of nanohybrid resin composite used to repair CAD/CAM Hybrid Nanoceramic ceramic after various surface treatments.

Materials and Methods. SHOFU HC Hybrid Ceramic disks were sliced to obtain circular-shaped specimens (n= 30) were obtained. All specimens were thermocycled (5000 thermal cycles), then specimens were divided into three groups according to the surface treatment performed (sandblasting, HF acid etching, and laser irradiation) (n = 10). Repair procedure with nanohybrid resin composite was performed. SBS values were obtained, and failure modes were determined. Data were statistically analyzed (P ≤ 0.05). Results. The highest SBS …

Oral Health-Related Quality Of Life: A Cross-Sectional Comparison Between Dental And Non-Dental Students At Newgiza University, Fayrouz Sayed Saber, Mohamed Sabry, Alaa Nawar, Mayar El Weik

Future Dental Journal

Introduction: Evaluating oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) among Egyptian dental students can broaden the traditional focus on dental criteria to include social, emotional, and functional aspects. This perspective shift is vital as background knowledge influences both perceptions and behaviors regarding oral health. Comparing OHRQoL between dental and non-dental students is crucial for understanding these differences.

Aim: This study aims to compare the oral health related quality of life and oral hygiene measures between a group of dental and non-dental students at Newgiza University.

Methods: During the Oral Health Day at Newgiza University, the short form of the Oral …

Reflections On Cover Songs: Replies To Polite, P.D. Magnus

Philosophy Faculty Scholarship

Brandon Polite poses a number of interesting criticisms of my account of cover versions. Some I am happy to acknowledge and take on board, but with others I feel he goes too far. I take this chance to clarify and extend my account.

Atsubp-2.0: An Integrated Web Server For The Annotation Of Arabidopsis Proteome Subcellular Localization Using Deep Learning, Naveen Duhan, Rakesh Kaundal

Plants, Soils and Climate Student Research

The organization of subcellular components in a cell is critical for its function and studying cellular processes, protein–protein interactions, identifying potential drug targets, network analysis, and other systems biology mechanisms. Determining protein localization experimentally is time-consuming and expensive. Due to the need for meticulous experimentation, validation, and data analysis, computational methods provide a quick and accurate alternative. Arabidopsis thaliana, a beneficial model organism in plant biology, facilitates experimentation and applies to other plants. Predicting its proteins' subcellular localization can improve our understanding of cellular processes and have applications in crop improvement and biotechnology. We propose AtSubP-2.0, an extension of …

Transhumanism And Artificial Personality, John D. Mayer

UNH Personality Lab

No abstract provided.

Uncovering The Flaws In A Philosophy Of Cover Songs, Brandon Polite

Contemporary Aesthetics (Journal Archive)

In this paper, I explore some flaws in P.D. Magnus’s book, A Philosophy of Cover Songs. First, I contest Magnus’s claim that in order to count as a cover, a version of a song must target a recording rather than a performance of that song. Second, I reveal a problem with his taxonomy of covers and defend “mimic covers” from his view that they aren’t worthy of aesthetic interest. Finally, I question the adequacy of his ontology of songs by considering a class of songs that his view cannot accommodate.

Reflections On Cover Songs: Replies To Polite, P. D. Magnus

Contemporary Aesthetics (Journal Archive)

Brandon Polite poses a number of interesting criticisms of my account of cover versions. Some I am happy to acknowledge and take on board, but with others I feel he goes too far. I take this chance to clarify and extend my account.

Health-Related Information, Its Benefits And Legal Ramifications On Doctor-Patient Relationship, Ms Manjunath

Journal of Law and Public Policy

No abstract provided.

Exploring The Connection Between Rna Splicing And Intellectual Disability, Anthony Caputo, Ashleigh E. Schaffer

Faculty Scholarship

Intellectual disability (ID) is a broad diagnostic category that encompasses individuals with impaired cognitive ability. While these disorders have heterogeneous causes, recent developments in next-generation sequencing (NGS) are revealing the prevalence of genetic etiologies. In particular, germline mutations in genes that affect RNA splicing are increasingly common causes of ID disorders. Research to elucidate the functional relationship between splicing and neurodevelopment is critical since molecular therapeutics require a nuanced understanding of the pathological mechanism. In this review, we first summarize the trends that have led to the discovery of the RNA splicing–ID relationship, then discuss recent progress and future directions …

Kickbacks In The Healthcare Space: Resolving The Causation Split, Joseph M. Hill

Catholic University Law Review

A three circuit split has left federal courts around the country struggling to find and apply the correct causation standard when faced with a False Claims Act suit which has been brought by way of the Anti-Kickback Statute. Uncertainty was created after one court found a lesser standard of causation was acceptable between the kickback and the false claim, while other courts found “but for” causation was required for these cases to survive. This comment analyzes the decisions of the relevant courts, as well as the common law origins of the False Claims Act, canons of construction, as well as …

Delivery Drivers Deserve The Whole Package: Package Delivery Drivers And The Transportation Worker Exemption Of The Federal Arbitration Act, Evan Kelly

Catholic University Law Review

Package delivery is a ubiquitous part of modern American life, and package delivery driving is a fast-growing occupation in the United States. These drivers work long hours in a fast-paced, highly regimented environment, and because of arbitration agreements they are made to sign, they often cannot go to court to settle disputes with their employers. Under the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA), these arbitration agreements are generally “valid, irrevocable, and enforceable.” However, the FAA includes an exemption (known as the “Transportation Worker exemption”) that excludes arbitration agreements in “contracts of employment for seamen, railroad employees, or any other class of worker …

Legal Dimensions Of Rights Of Nature Applied In The Context Of The River Plym: River Plym Project Phase 1 Appendix, Jason Lowther

School of Law, Humanities and Social Sciences

This review of the literature and legal framing of so-called river rights – loosely understood by reference to the extension of certain characteristics or a particular status upon the river – has been collated in the context of the River Plym-citizenship advocacy project. It aims to examine the legal and policy potential for the attribution of ‘rights’ upon the River Plym. It does so by outlining the challenges facing the waterway, in common with many others, and noting the limitations of the current regulatory systems applied to it. The paper then offers a commentary of legal alternatives to the current …

2025-2-8 Cummulative Report, Pennsylvania Counseling Association

PCA Board of Directors Meetings

No abstract provided.

Exploring The Relationship Between Psychiatric Illness And Dermatological Disorders: A Narrative Review, Alan D. Kaye, Rahib K. Islam, Abigayle M. Castine, Grace C. Wester, William T. Barham, Catherine G. Nguyen, Elena Plakotaris, Bradley Dorius, Julian Kim, Patricia Griffin, Amber Edinoff, Sahar Shekoohi, Giustino Varrassi

School of Medicine Faculty Publications

The interplay between psychiatric conditions and dermatological disorders is complex and multifaceted, often resulting in significant challenges for both diagnosis and treatment. This narrative review examines associations between specific psychiatric conditions, trichotillomania, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and various dermatological disorders. The present investigation delves into pathophysiological mechanisms, clinical presentations, and management strategies of these comorbid conditions. Psychiatric disorders can exacerbate dermatological conditions through mechanical trauma, medication side effects, and stress-induced exacerbations, while dermatological disorders can lead to significant psychiatric morbidity. The biopsychosocial approach, emphasizing the importance of integrated care involving dermatologists and mental health professionals, is crucial …

Dissemination Strategies Of Clinical Practice Guidelines—Mixed Methods Evidence Synthesis Protocol, Sumanth Kumbargere Nagraj, Tandekile Lubelwana Hafver, Ameer Hohlfeld, Emmanuel Effa, Denny Mabetha, Gertrude Kunje, Yan Jiao Shen, Carlos Zaror, Suzgika Lakudzala, Talitha Mpando, Stijn Van De Velde, Thomas Agoritsas, Nicolas Delvaux, Per Olav Vandvik

Peninsula Dental School

Clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) are shared through various dissemination strategies using a range of dissemination products and channels. However, users may have different needs for accessing and understanding them. Patients and carers from low- and middle-income countries might face challenges in accessing CPGs such as inadequate systems for printed book distribution and insufficient and substandard photocopies. Many organizations offer lengthy documents, but busy healthcare workers may prefer shorter, digital versions. Digital CPGs can be sent through different channels such as email, newsletters, or social media. How users feel about these products (e.g., clinical protocol, educational material or decision aids) and …

Axillo-Caval Extra-Anatomic Venous Bypass Creation Via Direct Percutaneous Puncture Of The Superior Vena Cava, Stephan S. Leung, Patrick Lee, Anthony N. Hage, Robert W. Ford

Department of Radiology Faculty Papers

No abstract provided.

The Development Of Optical Sensing Techniques As Digital Tools To Predict The Sensory Quality Of Red Meat: A Review, Georgios Anagnostou, Alessandro Ferragina, Emily C. Crofton, Jesus Maria Frias Celayeta, Ruth M. Hamill

Research Outputs: 2025-Present

No abstract provided.

Teaching The Information Has Value Frame Through The Price Is Right, Kevin J. Reagan, Dawn ("Nikki") Cannon-Rech

Georgia International Conference on Information Literacy

When navigating library resources, students often remain unaware of the cost of information, particularly scholarly academic journal articles– and rightly so, given that the mission of the library is to provide patrons with free access to information. Part of the ACRL Framework, nevertheless, entails teaching students about issues with lack of information access, which can be difficult to teach in higher education, where students might have never lacked access to quality information sources. To teach students about the cost of information and the economic factors that prevent some from accessing information, two academic librarians integrated the Information Has Value Frame …

Volume 37-2 Complete Issue, C. Nicholas Raphael

The Geographical Bulletin

Volume 37-2 Complete Issue

Projections And Perceptions Editorial Comments: Learning For The New World Of Work Through Geographic Inquiry, A. David Hill

The Geographical Bulletin

As students of geography, you should know that many of the competencies you will need for the world of work can be learned with geography instruction that is issues-based and inquiry-oriented. With this kind of teaching and learning, you see that what goes on in your classes is directly linked to what goes on in the real world. This learning can help you appreciate what John Dewey, the great American philosopher, believed: Education is not merely preparation for life but life itself. Indeed, it is crucial that you believe that learning is one of your most important responsibilities, and that …

Equipping Exercise Science Students With Motivational Interviewing Skills For Real-World Client Interactions, Jessica A. Albers

Educational Practices in Kinesiology

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a widely recognized communication technique originally developed to treat addictive behaviors. Its application has expanded to various health domains, including exercise science, where it is used to enhance client motivation and adherence to health behaviors. However, despite its proven efficacy, exercise science students often struggle to see the relevance of MI to their future careers, particularly outside of roles focused on health coaching. This teaching and learning resource aims to bridge the gap between MI theory and its practical application for exercise science students. This resource aims to equip students with the communication tools necessary for …

Harnessing The Power Of Chatgpt To Streamline Reference And Research Librarian Workflows: Sample Productivity Use Case Scenarios And Their Roi, Ladislava Khailova

Georgia International Conference on Information Literacy

After the public release of ChatGPT by OpenAI in November 2022, GenAI systems have been applied and tested in a wide variety of contexts, including those aimed at increasing workplace productivity. In fact, some studies estimate the GenAI enhancements to work functions to generate a shocking additional trillions of dollars annually in the nearest future, with the knowledge work industry especially likely to be impacted. This presentation uses these predictions to look into the potential of ChatGPT to enhance reference and research librarian workflows. The specific explored productivity use case scenarios include harnessing the power of the chatbot to streamline …

2025 Sdsu Data Science Symposium Abstracts, South Dakota State University

SDSU Data Science Symposium

Abstracts for keynotes, invited sessions, and posters for the 2025 SDSU Data Symposium.