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Why The Multilateral Investment Court Is A Bad Idea For Africa, Akinwumi Ogunranti

Dalhousie Law Journal

The UNCITRAL Working Group III (WG III) is discussing procedural reforms in the investor state dispute settlement system (ISDS). The ISDS framework is criticized on various grounds, including arbitrator bias, lack of transparency, and inconsistent arbitral decisions. One of the recent reform proposals before the WG III is the possibility of a multilateral investment court (MIC). This proposal is championed by European Union states and supported by Canada. The proposal recommends replacing ISDS’ Ad hoc investment tribunals with an established and permanent court where states appoint judges. This paper examines the MIC reform option and argues that replacing the ISDS …

What We Pretend To Be: Codifying A Right To A Religious Advisor In The Execution Chamber, Claire R. Jenkins

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

Over the last fifty years, the Supreme Court has moved the pendulum both toward religious accommodation and away from it. After a decade of oscillating Court decisions, multiple attempts at corrective action by Congress, and widespread social activism, the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Person’s Act, or RLUIPA, was passed in 2000. RLUIPA was designed to fortify the rights of incarcerated persons and provide clarification to the Religious Freedom Restoration Act. As of 2024, the Supreme Court has granted certiorari in only a few RLUIPA cases—and has decided even less about the application of the law to death row inmates. …

Cherry-Picking History: Witchcraft, The Common Law, And The Weaponization Of Substantive Due Process, Sarah E. Bradley

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

In 2021, the Supreme Court sharply altered its substantive due process analysis in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, reversing the 49-year-old decision in Roe v. Wade to establish abortion access as a constitutional right. The Court reframed its substantive due process analysis as a two-step test, requiring a right to be narrowly framed and “deeply rooted in history and tradition” before it could be analyzed as “implicit in the concept of liberty,” instead of its previous balancing test that involved a broad description of the right. In the Dobbs majority opinion, the Court cherry-picked elements of common law …

The Lawyer: Spring 2024, Seattle University School Of Law

Lawyer

No abstract provided.

Materiality In The Long Now: Navigating The Intersection Of Decision-Making, Time, And Strategy, Daniel M. Labovitz, Alexander Kontoleon

Dickinson Law Review (2017-Present)

Existing formulations of materiality in the federal securities laws contain an inherent limitation because they don’t adequately account for how risks and opportunities change over time. This can mislead investors looking to understand how well a company is poised to avoid long-dated risks and take advantage of evolving opportunities because those risks and opportunities don’t neatly fit into the rubric of “likelihood of occurrence times magnitude of harm equals materiality.” This is because the likelihood of any long-dated risk occurring within a short reporting time frame will always approach zero, which means the traditional model of materiality will always classify …

Keeping Your Eye On The Esg Sustainable Development Ball, Richard J. Sobelsohn

Dickinson Law Review (2017-Present)

Environmental, Social, and Governance (“ESG”) mandates were originally aspirational sound-bites, but now they have become a part of many companies’ mandates. Most recently with some backlash against ESG directives, most organizations are still complying with their original goals, because the economic arguments for having an ESG protocol is still valid. This article discusses what ESG is, how it relates to different types of companies, and most importantly, what legal issues pertain to it.

This Article examines how ESG guidelines pertain to different types of entities, and how these protocols affect everything from contract drafting, construction of a property, operations and …

Cleaning Up Space Junk: Applying The Models Of U.S. Domestic Environmental Law To Regulate The Creation Of Orbital Debris By Private Actors, Sara Henry

Dickinson Law Review (2017-Present)

The commercial space flight industry has grown rapidly in recent decades, and Congress has implemented a “learning period” to prevent heavy regulations on the industry. This learning period has led to the proliferation of orbital debris in space. The learning period is set to lapse in 2024, and now is the proper time to implement regulations to mitigate the creation of more debris. These regulations should be modeled after federal environmental law, including simplifying the current permit system and setting up a trust fund to finance research into active debris removal.

Great Commission Research Journal Spring 2024, David R. Dunaetz

Great Commission Research Journal

No abstract provided.

Role Of Mechanoregulation In Mast Cell-Mediated Immune Inflammation Of The Smooth Muscle In The Pathophysiology Of Esophageal Motility Disorders, Raj Goyal, Satish Rattan

Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Faculty Papers

Major esophageal disorders involve obstructive transport of bolus to the stomach, causing symptoms of dysphagia and impaired clearing of the refluxed gastric contents. These may occur due to mechanical constriction of the esophageal lumen or loss of relaxation associated with deglutitive inhibition, as in achalasia-like disorders. Recently, immune inflammation has been identified as an important cause of esophageal strictures and the loss of inhibitory neurotransmission. These disorders are also associated with smooth muscle hypertrophy and hypercontractility, whose cause is unknown. This review investigated immune inflammation in the causation of smooth muscle changes in obstructive esophageal bolus transport. Findings suggest that …

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 …

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 …