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Reducing Employee Burnout: The Mediating Role Of Creativity, Salvatore Anthony Leone

Psychology Theses, Dissertations, and Student Creative Activity

Employee burnout represents both a significant financial cost for organizations, and a significant health detriment for society. Scholars estimate that burnout costs the U.S. economy over $125 billion dollars yearly and other researchers attribute over 120,000 worker deaths each year to workplace accidents or medical conditions associated with burnout. The present study explores the role that creativity plays in reducing employee burnout by identifying two highly relevant creativity constructs: creative adaptability and creative process engagement (CPE). A sample of 436 working adults were recruited to respond to two survey batteries separated by a lag of three weeks. The results of …

Toward An Ethical Human-Computer Division Of Labor In Law Practice, Abdi Aidid

Fordham Law Review

In this Essay, I explain that responsible and ethical use of AI in law practice requires reconceptualizing the lawyer’s professional relationship to technology. The current commercial-industrial relationship is based on a stylized model of technology as mechanical application, not calibrated to emergent AI-enabled technologies. Put differently, lawyers cannot interact with AI-enabled technologies the way that they traditionally interact with, say, word processors. For AI-enabled technologies, I explain that a “division of labor” framework is more fruitful; like horizontal professional relationships between peers or vertical ones in professional hierarchies, lawyers ought to interact with sophisticated technologies through arrangements that optimize for …

Taps-Top Active Pre-Screening And Education: A Pre-Kidney Transplant Quality Improvement Initiative, Stacie Myers Bsn, Rn

Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects

Background: Due to the large number of patients waiting for a kidney transplant and the prolonged wait times, once a kidney becomes available some patients may not be medically ready. For this reason, some patients may miss out on a kidney transplant.

Objective: To assess the effects and outcomes of a one-to-one touch point interview and education seminar for pre-kidney transplant patients who are currently waitlisted for a kidney transplant.

Method: This quality improvement project evaluated the effectiveness of one-to-one interviews and an education seminar with a nurse navigator for approximately 60 adult pre-kidney transplant patients on …

Neurosurgical Interdisciplinary Model Of Care, Victoria Bartlett

Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects

Background: Communication failures within the healthcare team are the leading cause of inadvertent patient harm. Interdisciplinary Model of Care (IMOC) rounds have been found to increase positive patient outcomes through improved communication between healthcare team members.

Aims/Objectives: The purpose of this Quality Improvement (QI) project was to develop, implement, and evaluate IMOC rounds daily for non-critical care neurosurgical patient. This project has three aims: 1) decrease neurosurgical patient safety events, (PSEs) 2) increase utilization of IMOC rounds on the neurosurgery service, and 3) increase advance practice provider (APP) and registered nurse (RN) communication on patient plan of care …

Generative Ai And Copyright Law: A Misalignment That Could Lead To The Privatization Of Copyright Enforcement, John T. Kivus

North Carolina Journal of Law & Technology

No abstract provided.

Artificial Intelligence, Trade Secrecy, And The Challenge Of Transparency, John Villasenor

North Carolina Journal of Law & Technology

No abstract provided.

Effectiveness Of A Fraternity-Based Intervention For Improving Depression Literacy And Mental Health Seeking Behaviors In African American Men, Tiyanna Rodgers Msn, Arnp, Fnp-Bc

Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects

Background: To improve mental health outcomes, interventions must be rooted in a safe space within the community. Community-based outreach programs for African American men are becoming increasingly common, but whether they are an effective approach to improving Depression recognition and Mental Health Seeking Behaviors, remains unknown.

Aims: The purpose of this Quality Improvement (QI) project was to implement a community-based education program to assist African American male fraternity members in Seattle, Washington to increase their depression literacy, health-seeking behaviors, and increase access to community resources. Outcomes for evaluation consisted of the following three components: (1) depression literacy, (2) …

“Wait On” Or “Wait For”, Research Medical Library

Word for Word 2024

No abstract provided.

Development Of Equipment Testing Hardware For The Supercdms Experiment, Oleksandra Lukina

Honors Thesis

This thesis is a summary of a series of research and development projects related to the Super Cryogenic Dark Matter Search (SuperCDMS) experiment, which aims to directly detect as-yet undiscovered dark matter particles using germanium and silicon crystals cooled to cryogenic temperatures. My contribution includes the development of a printed circuit board to test 100-wire readout cables for possible defects and the design of three adapter boards to monitor temperature at different stages of the cryogenic system. This thesis outlines key stages of the development process, including printed circuit board design and manufacturing, hardware testing, and software development, and also …

Artificial Intelligence Vs. Radiologists In Screening Mammography Interpretation, Rachel Treat, Madeline Skousen, Brennan Cronquist

GW Research Showcase 2021-2026

No abstract provided.

2024 Medical Student Research Day Abstracts, George Washington University

GW Research Showcase 2021-2026

The George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences research showcase is designed to highlight the breadth of research and scholarly activity that students have accomplished during their education at The GW School of Medicine & Health Sciences. All students are invited to present research regardless of the area of focus. Abstract submissions represent a broad range of research interests and disciplines, including basic and translational science, clinical research, health policy and public health research, and education-related research.

Health Literacy And Information Preferences Among Racial/Ethnic Minority Young Adults: Implications For Cervical Cancer Prevention, Maithiri Dhinakaran, Tanushree Pandrangi, Min Jeong Jeon, Daisy Le

GW Research Showcase 2021-2026

No abstract provided.

Qualitative Analysis Of Tailored Program Training: Findings From An Anti Racist Demonstration Project, Hasina Chimeka-Tisdale, Madeleine Will, Chelsea Murillo-Parra, Sita Ramaiya, Maranda C. Ward Edd, Mph

GW Research Showcase 2021-2026

No abstract provided.

Characterizing The First 6-Year Hospital Data For Sarcopenia Using Its First International Classification Of Diseases (Icd-10-Cm) Diagnosis Code, Laura F. Goodfield, Amy Tsurumi

GW Research Showcase 2021-2026

No abstract provided.

2024 Medical Student Research Day Abstracts, George Washington University

GW Research Showcase 2021-2026

Medical student research day is designed to highlight the breadth of research and scholarly activity that medical students have accomplished during their education at The GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences. All medical students are invited to present research regardless of the area of focus. Abstract submissions represent a broad range of research interests and disciplines, including basic and translational science, clinical research, health policy and public health research, and education-related research.

X And Tesla: The Effect Of Elon Musk’S Posts On Tesla’S Stock Price, Andrew Rachek

Gabelli School of Business Honors Thesis Collection

This research paper investigates the relationship between Elon Musk’s X posts and Tesla’s stock price movements. The study builds upon prior research focusing on the relationship between social media and financial markets. Our research focused on whether Elon Musk’s posts influenced TSLA’s stock volatility, returns, or investor attention. To conduct the analysis, we conducted various statistical tests to determine our conclusions, including regression tests and comparisons of statistical data. While we did not find an influence on investor attention or stock returns, we found that Elon Musk’s posts about Tesla impacted TSLA’s trading volatility. Our results showed that there was …

Silicon Valley Bank (Svb) Collapse Value-At-Risk (Var) Analysis With Quantile Regression Of Options Implied Volatility, John Koutsonikolis

Gabelli School of Business Honors Thesis Collection

The purpose of this research is to explore the Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) collapse with a Value-at-Risk (VaR) model using quantile regression of options’ implied volatility. The aim is to enhance the understanding of financial contagion with forward-looking data and to examine the advantages of a quantile regression VaR model of options implied volatility over a standard VaR model. The methodology centered on a quantile regression VaR Python model of options implied volatility compared against traditional VaR models relying on historical returns. Test cases involved multiple moving-days windows along with various confidence/quantile levels. Data collection involved historical prices, actual returns, …

Let The Chips Rise: An Analysis Of Semiconductor Start-Ups, Gabriel Guedez

Gabelli School of Business Honors Thesis Collection

The backbone of modern technology, the semiconductor is more relevant on a global scale than ever before. With governments, private companies, and financiers investing tremendous amounts of capital into all areas of the industry, the future of semiconductor innovation is having no issue finding its catalysts. Historically, smaller start-up firms have played an oversized role in ushering in new technologies (Intel, Qualcomm, Nvidia). We explore the unique components of semiconductor start-ups, their sources of funding, and the challenges they face through a comprehensive review of existing research, a hypothesized framework for the evaluation of semiconductor start-ups, and a System Dynamics …

From Barbie To Battleship: Analyzing Brand Marketing For Films Based On Existing Toy Properties, Nicholas Dalaviras

Gabelli School of Business Honors Thesis Collection

With the cultural phenomenon of the movie Barbie in 2023, the floodgates of films based on existing toy properties have been opened. Barbie was touted for its aggressive marketing campaign and its subsequent success at the box office, but why did this sensation come to be? Can it be replicated? And how did its marketing play a role in its success? In my research, I will conduct case studies of six theatrical wide-releases where the subject matters of the films are based on existing legacy toy properties1. I will seek to examine the marketing strategies employed by each film and …

Leveraging Bias In Ai Training Datasets For Breast Cancer Survival: Uncovering Ignored Disparities, Jessica Long

Gabelli School of Business Honors Thesis Collection

The goal of this research is to critique current bias detection and reduction methods in predictive healthcare artificial intelligence algorithms by looking at whether the accuracy of algorithms designed to predict breast cancer survival can be increased by including sensitive attributes – such as race, origin, socioeconomic status, marital status, and income – that are typically removed or altered by these bias detection and reduction methods. The research questions guiding this study are: Can including biases that represent disparities in the overall population in training datasets produce more accurate predictions in predictive breast cancer algorithms? How can we use these …

Making Financial Sense Of The Movies: How Streaming And Covid-19 Have Distorted The Theatrical Window, Sebastian Martinez-Canedo

Gabelli School of Business Honors Thesis Collection

The research assesses the viability of the multibillion-dollar theatrical exhibition business by examining two key parts: the theatrical window and the theatrical run. First, the research explores how each one has changed over time, particularly in light of streaming and the COVID-19 pandemic. Second, it looks at the statistical relationship between the two. The findings are that the theatrical exhibition business is unviable due to the shortening of the theatrical window. Furthermore, a weak correlation between the run and window signals a fraught relationship between studios and theaters which negatively impacts the financial viability of both. As such, the future …

Fda Overreach: Is Your Pet’S Health A “Major Question” To You?, Ross C. Reggio

Washington and Lee Law Review

Pharmacy compounding of drugs for companion animals and humans is as old as time. For hundreds of years, pharmacists created these drugs using active pharmaceutical ingredients, otherwise known as bulk drug substances, to address the medical needs of these patients. Congress recognized this longstanding practice when it enacted the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (“FDCA”), with lawmakers then noting that while pharmacists, physicians, and veterinarians were already highly regulated by the states, mass-producing drug manufacturers were not regulated. The FDCA would regulate such manufacturers.

Thereafter, pharmacy compounding from bulk drug substances continued for decades after the FDCA’s enactment and without …

Eds 702: The Young Child With Special Needs, Lingyu Li

Open Educational Resources

This introductory course addresses the concept of disability and the field of special education. It will also consider the social, cultural, and economic context surrounding the education of young children (birth to 8 years) with a wide range of developmental delays and disability conditions. Pertinent legislation, intervention with families, developing Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and issues of advocacy will be studied within the context of the continuum of service delivery (home-based, center-based, and school-based interventions). (15 fieldwork hours required.)

Tribes And Water In The Wake Of Navajo Nation And Sackett: Treaties, Winters, Montana, And Rights Of Nature, Robin Kundis Craig

William & Mary Environmental Law and Policy Review

Freshwater resources in the United States face a variety of stressors, including drought, flooding, and climate change–driven shifts in precipitation, that exacerbate both water quality problems and drinking water crises. In the midst of these increasing issues regarding both water quality and quantity (allocation), Tribes are playing an ever more active role in U.S. water management. This Article provides an overview of the complex contemporary legal landscape governing tribal authority over water. After reviewing the current state of inherent tribal sovereignty with respect to water, treaty rights and reservations, the federal Winters doctrine, and Treatment-as-a-State (“TAS”) status, this Article explores …

Renewable Energy And Defense Power In Japan, Yuichiro Tsuji

William & Mary Environmental Law and Policy Review

Japan’s challenge will be how quickly it can shift its energy supply to renewable energy sources. To increase energy self-sufficiency and defense power, Japan should promote policies that encourage renewable energy use. However, under the current legal system, local governments are not involved in the legal review process for establishing nuclear power plants. Through agreements, local consent is required to restart a plant. However, this is merely a contract, and permission is granted even if the agreement is violated, as long as the plant passes a safety review. The central government is trying to facilitate communication between local governments and …

Defining Womanhood: Ancient Greek Inspirations For Our Modern Ideas, Carrie Selwood

History & Classics Undergraduate Theses

What does it mean to be a woman today? Perhaps to start exploring an answer to that question, we need to look to history, to one of the cultures that has profoundly influenced our own: ancient Greece. The myths and culture cultivated by the Greeks in the first millennium BCE are of deep import to many modern societies, and they are still utilized as a common cultural touchstone for diverse populations. But what is the point of harkening back to a dead civilization from two thousand years ago to talk about modern womanhood? What can those women, the real ones …

“An American Versailles:” Cold War Diplomacy And The Branding Of The American National Image Through The Fashion Of First Lady Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy, Holly Carew

History & Classics Undergraduate Theses

HIS 490 History Honors Thesis

Write Free Or Die: Vol. 10, No. 02, Unh Writing Programs

Writing Program Newsletter

No abstract provided.

Courtroom Workgroup Dynamics And Implementation Of Three Strikes Reform, Elsa Y. Chen, Emily Chung, Emily Sands

Political Science

In 2012, California's voters passed a ballot initiative that scaled back the state's “Three Strikes” sentencing law and permitted certain individuals who were serving 25-to-life prison terms to petition for resentencing and potentially release. Using analysis of original qualitative interview data supplemented with court administrative records, this study examines how characteristics of courtroom workgroup members; their intergroup dynamics; political, professional, and administrative considerations; and allocated resources were perceived by court officials to facilitate or impede the implementation of this reform in county courts. Availability of staff and budget was associated with a higher proportion of completed case dispositions in the …

Using Pose Estimation To Identify Goalkeeper Movement Timing, Chethan Reddy

Health and Kinesiology Theses

Background: Markerless human pose estimation has the potential to revolutionize sports analytics by providing detailed insights into athlete movement. The research presented in this thesis explores how open source pose estimation can be utilized to identify goalkeeper dive initiation during soccer penalty kicks.

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to provide an accessible, low-cost heuristic methodology for identifying goalkeeper dive initiation.

Methods: This study uses high-definition single camera broadcast footage (1080p resolution, 50 frames per second) of all 41 penalty kicks attempted during the 2022 FIFA Men’s World Cup. We isolated each penalty kick from kicker run-up to kick …