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Causes And Drivers Of Constitutional Change In The Roman Republic, Tarin Gatchell

Celebrating Scholarship and Creativity Day (2018-)

Using a narrative of the fall of the Roman Republic, the present work explains how constitutions change. First, a definition of "constitution" is developed as the amalgamation of traditions, customs, social mores and culture as they relate to the act of governing. Second, theories of so-called personal and stately glory, Heroic “Great Men,” and legendary stories both from a society’s past and stories that are being played out and participated in by the people of an era, are introduced and discussed to explain the forces of constitutional change in the Roman Republican context. A historical narrative example from the career …

Jtc 26: One Class Changed Everything, Parker Amato

University of Mississippi News

This story is part of the 2026 Journey to Commencement series, which celebrates the pinnacle of the academic year by highlighting University of Mississippi students and their outstanding academic and personal journeys from college student to college graduate.

Jtc 26: Creative Writing Graduate’S World Revolves Around Faith And Fantasy, Benita Whitehorn

University of Mississippi News

This story is part of the 2026 Journey to Commencement series, which celebrates the pinnacle of the academic year by highlighting University of Mississippi students and their outstanding academic and personal journeys from college student to college graduate.

Motivational Interviewing Vs. Educational Handouts For Caregiver Smoking Cessation In Pediatric Asthma Patients: A Scoping Review, Michael Stefano, Hannah Marsh, Tracy Mcclinton, Dnp, Aprn, Ag-Acnp-Bc, Hget-C, Ebp-C

Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects

Secondhand smoke exposure can significantly worsen asthma outcomes in pediatric patients, leading to increased exacerbations and healthcare utilization. Caregivers can play a critical role in reducing secondhand smoke exposure, however sustained smoking cessation can be challenging to achieve. Two powerful healthcare interventions to assist in caregiver smoking cessation include motivational interviewing and educational handouts, however their compared effectiveness has not yet been fully reviewed. This scoping review compared the effectiveness of motivational interviewing and educational handouts in promoting smoking cessation among caregivers of children hospitalized for asthma exacerbations over the course of 90 days.

It's Not Nde Without U And X: Preparing For Change With Inclusive Research, Sanjeet Mann, Heather L. Cribbs

Library Faculty Publications & Presentations

The upcoming Next Discovery Experience (NDE) introduces major changes to how users search, interpret information, and navigate Primo. Preparing for NDE is an opportunity to center the diverse students and faculty who rely on discovery systems every day, ensuring that their lived experiences, accessibility needs, and research practices guide interface design, configuration, and communication. This session presents a consortial approach to NDE readiness that positions students and community members as partners in the development process. We describe strategies for creating ethical and rigorous UX research workflows that include IRB approval, purposeful recruitment, accessible study design, and clear documentation on the …

Vista: April 30, 2026, University Of San Diego

USD Vista (1965-)

No abstract provided.

Appreciative Commoning; Musical Knowledge-Sharing In Earhouse Songwriting Club, Arya J. P. Adyuta

Wacana, Journal of the Humanities of Indonesia

This article develops the concept of “appreciative commoning” to focus on the importance of appreciation in musical community practices. By examining the practices of musical knowledge-sharing in the Earhouse Songwriting Club (ESC), a songwriting community, this article argues that greater attention should be paid to the roles of appreciation and support in facilitating media and cultural commoning in Indonesia. The article draws on ethnographic fieldwork in Earhouse, an initiative space located in Pamulang, South Tangerang, established by the musician duo Endah N Rhesa. Exploring three main activities of the community: weekly meetings, monthly showcases, and afterparties, I show how embracing …

Determinants Of Revolutionary Violence: A Comparative Analysis Of The Carnation Revolution And The Stono Rebellion, Eva Fava-Rodrigues

History Department Student Scholarship

No abstract provided.

What Makes Leaders In Human Services Effective? A Pilot Study Linking Systems Thinking, Perspective-Taking, And Leadership Success, Ryan Witterschein

Journal of Nonprofit Innovation

Leadership effectiveness is a persistent challenge in human services nonprofits, where organizations serving individuals with disabilities and complex needs have grown dramatically but lack validated tools for assessing the cognitive competencies that distinguish effective leaders. This quantitative pilot study introduces the ABA Leadership Assessment Tool version 2.0 (ABLA 2.0), a 48-item instrument integrating transformational and transactional leadership frameworks with three constructs from Relational Frame Theory—perspective-taking, temporal reasoning, and systems thinking. Eight Board Certified Behavior Analysts in organizational leadership roles completed the assessment, yielding 100% completion and strong preliminary reliability across all subscales (α = .71–.94). Leaders who demonstrated stronger cognitive …

Separating Access Legitimacy From Utilization Analytics: A Two-Layer Evaluation Model For Philanthropy And Development, Stephanie Zabriskie

Journal of Nonprofit Innovation

This article introduces a two-layer evaluation model for philanthropic and development decision-making in access-based interventions. The first layer treats Access as Outcome (AAO) as a recognized outcome when essential goods, services or resources are delivered through a viable delivery pathway, without requiring post-access utilization or compliance to validate legitimacy. The second layer evaluates post-access variation through System Coherence Conditions (SCC), defined as internal alignment across governance and decision-making, distribution and logistics, social accountability and norms, and scarcity management and continuity, which explain differences in utilization, continuity, and downstream effects as signals of system coherence rather than as retroactive worthiness thresholds. …

When Social Fundraising Is Active But Hard To Measure: Nonprofit Lessons From Social Media Roi Research, Dr. Blair W. Loveland

Journal of Nonprofit Innovation

This article examines a nonprofit measurement problem that appears when social media is used to support fundraising but the organization cannot clearly connect that activity to a measurable financial result. The article draws on a non-experimental quantitative survey of 106 participants in roles tied to marketing, sales, or revenue reporting. The findings showed that social media use was common, but visibility into spending, formal ROI tracking, and end-to-end attribution was often weak. Seventy percent of respondents who answered the spend question did not know their organization's annual social media spend, 59 percent of respondents who answered the ROI question said …

Enhancing Transparency And Accountability In Federally Funded Nonprofits: A Convergent Framework Integrating Artificial Intelligence Analytics And Blockchain Technology, David A. Oduro, Vida Adeti

Journal of Nonprofit Innovation

This study examines how artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain technology address persistent challenges in federal nonprofit grant management. Through systematic analysis of government pilot programs and nonprofit technology adoption patterns, we develop an integrated implementation framework. Treasury Department and National Science Foundation blockchain prototypes demonstrate 40% reductions in administrative burden, with report generation decreasing from 40 staff-hours to seconds. Nonprofit AI adoption reached 92% by 2026, though significant disparities exist between large organizations (58% using AI for data analytics) and small nonprofits (19%). Drawing on interviews with federal agencies and grant recipients, this research identifies technical capacity constraints, regulatory complexity, …

General Education Teacher Experiences With Implementing Inclusion In Middle School, Kelly Anne Bodkin

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

A state in the Pacific Northwest implemented an initiative to increase access to the general education setting for students with disabilities; however, students with disabilities continue to perform significantly below grade level standards despite the increase in inclusion. Guided by Bandura’s social cognitive theory of self-efficacy, the purpose of this basic qualitative study was to examine the perceptions of the challenges, successes, and necessary resources of eight general education teachers who teach students with disabilities in their classrooms. Semistructured interviews were conducted with eight general education teachers teaching students with disabilities in the general education setting. Thematic analysis using deductive …

Find Your Calling Valpo Video Game, Mason Tulacz

Symposium on Research and Creative Expression (SORCE)

This project is the development of a virtual, interactive career aptitude test set around the Valparaiso University Campus. The aim of this project is to create a tool that prospective students could use to explore options for their potential area of study, while also familiarizing themselves with Valpo's campus in a fun way. Players explore campus interacting with various torches which prompt them with various occupational questions taken from a US Department of Labor career test. Players answer the questions and upon reaching the end gain insight into what types of careers may be good for them, and how Valparaiso …

The Influence Of Digital Communication And Ai Tools On Students’ Academic Writing And Critical Thinking, Angela Blakely

Symposium on Research and Creative Expression (SORCE)

This action research study examines the impact of frequent use of abbreviations, emojis, and artificial intelligence tools on students' ability to write academically and think critically. As digital communication moves to reshape how students express themselves, many rely on shorthand language and responses generated by artificial intelligence, which influences their independent writing skills and depth of thought.

The central research question for this study is: How does access to abbreviations, emojis, and artificial intelligence tools affect students' ability to write and think critically using academic language.

Participants included approximately 58 tenth grade students from three U.S. History classes at West …

Masks, Moves, And Manipulations: Gendered Gameplay In Survivor, Dakota Asbell

Symposium on Research and Creative Expression (SORCE)

Reality competition shows like Survivor provide a rich context for examining the strategic performance of gender in socially mediated environments. This study investigates how gendered strategies of play, classified as masculine, feminine, blended, or gender-neutral, affect contestant success and audience perception across four seasons of Survivor. Using a mixed-methods approach, data were collected from quantitative metrics, qualitative coding, and audience popularity rankings. Results reveal a consistent pattern; all four Sole Survivor winners employed blended strategies, which also garnered high audience approval. Feminine strategies were associated with runner-up placements and moderate popularity, while masculine strategies often led to earlier elimination and …

Vo: The Vaccine Ontology, Jie Zheng, Asiyah Yu Lin, Anthony Huffman, Anna Maria Masci, Rebecca Racz, Guanming Wu, Kallan Roan, Edison Ong, Sirarat Sarntivijai, Joy Hu, Eliyas Asfaw, Hayleigh Kahn, Xingxian Li, Xumeng Zhang, Joshua Monickaraj, Nilufer Kosar, Jianfu Li, Warren Manuel, Rashmie Abeysinghe, Hasin Rehana, Benu Bansal, Yuanyi Pan, Jinjing Guo, Virginia He, Justin Song, Andrey I Seleznev, Katelyn Hur, Anna He, Alexander Davydov, Qi Yang, Anna Ostropolets, Randi Vita, Bjoern Peters, Alan Ruttenberg, Alexander D Diehl, Charles Tapley Hoyt, Paola Roncaglia, Rachael P Huntley, Richard H Scheuermann, Melanie Courtot, Thomas Todd, Samantha Sayers, Fang Chen, Xinna Li, Feng-Yu Yeh, Zuoshuang Xiang, Arzucan Ozgur, Patricia L Whetzel, Mark A Musen, Christopher J Mungall, Wolfgang W Leitner, Licong Cui, Lesley A Colby, Harry L T Mobley, Brian D Athey, Gilbert S Omenn, Lindsay G Cowell, Cui Tao, Junguk Hur, Barry Smith, Yongqun He

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

Vaccines are widely used in both research and clinical settings. To facilitate FAIR data practices, we urgently need to standardize vaccine representation, integrate information across diverse vaccine types, and support computer-assisted reasoning. Accordingly, we have since 2007 developed the community-based Vaccine Ontology (VO), which aligns with the Basic Formal Ontology and adheres to OBO Foundry principles. VO ontologically models vaccines, vaccine components, vaccine immune responses, vaccine investigation studies and other vaccine-related topics. VO represents more than 10,000 vaccines targeting 289 infectious pathogens and cancers in humans and over 30 nonhuman animal species. VO provides mappings to external resources such as …

Abdominal Aortic Pseudoaneurysms: Etiology, Diagnostic Challenges, And Evolving Management Strategies, Jorge Jacob, Amanda Paes, Parnavi Singh, Joshua Baker, Eric Saunders, Raul Herrera, Brian Schiro

2026 Baptist Health Academic Conference: The Art and Science of Interprofessional Collaborations

No abstract provided.

Knowledge Gaps In High-Energy Sacral Fracture Treatment And Management, Ashraf N. El Naga, Marko H. Neva, Ahmed Abdelazim Hassan, Gregory D. Schroeder, Mohammad El-Sharkawi, Sebastian F. Bigdon, Andrei F. Joaquim, Klaus Schnake, Richard Bransford, Emre Yilmaz

Rothman Institute Papers

High-energy sacral fractures (HESF) are often challenging injuries due to the location of the sacrum at the junction of the spine and pelvis, the complex biomechanics of the pelvic ring and the wide spectrum of injury patterns, which make treatment standardization challenging. Despite advances in classification systems - particularly the AOSpine Sacral Injury Classification - significant gaps remain in understanding optimal management. To review and discuss the management and identify knowledge gaps related to HESF. A narrative review of the literature was conducted, focusing on five domains: 1. Relative instability and biomechanics affected in different injury patterns; 2. The significance …

Analysis Of Automatic Control Of The Channels And Ditches Cleaning Mechanism Based On Dynamic Indicators, Nasiba Siraj Amirbayova

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

The article deals with the automated design and experimental investigation of reinforced concrete irrigation channels and ditches, their interrelated channel-cleaning mechanisms, which are complex mechatronic systems integrating hydraulic, mechanical, and electronic components. A thorough methodology is suggested, hydrodynamic modeling, combining parametric analysis, and information-based design support to enhance channel concrete cover thickness, geometry, and cleaning system performance. Main structural parameters—involving channel depth, slope, bottom width, and concrete cover—are systematically defined and shown in matrix form to facilitate automated calculation and decision-making. Experimental prototypes and Solid Edge-based digital models are employed to verify the methodology, revealing vital interdependencies between structural parameters, …

Regular Synthesis Algorithms Of Control Devices In Nonlinear Control Systems, Husan Zakirovich Igamberdiyev, Iskandar Yusupovich Abdurakhmanov, Uktam Farkhodovich Mamirov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

This paper examines the development of regularized algorithms for synthesizing control devices in control systems for polynomial objects, described by multidimensional Volterra functional series. The synthesis problem is solved using a two-stage procedure. In the first stage, the optimization problem is initially solved for an open-loop system. The second stage involves determining the parameters of the control device, i.e., its impulse response functions, by using the relationship between the characteristics of the open-loop and closed-loop systems. Regular algorithms are presented for finding the impulse response functions of the control device based on methods for regularizing the solution of operator equations …

Intelligent Manufacturing Of Edible Oil: From Smart Sensing To Big Data Platform, Ru Jiang, Nadirbek Yusupbekov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

With the rapid advancement of Industry 4.0 technologies, intelligent manufacturing and big data platforms are profoundly transforming the production models of the traditional edible oil industry. The edible oil production process involves multiple complex unit operations such as refining, decolorization, and deodorization, which impose high requirements on process control and product quality monitoring. This paper presents a systematic review of key technological advances in the field of intelligent manufacturing of edible oil, establishing a comprehensive technical framework encompassing four dimensions: smart sensing, artificial intelligence applications, IoT communication, and big data platforms. The review begins by analyzing the global background and …

Using Ali-4 Z-Implication In Controller Design, Shamil Azer Ahmadov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

One of the widely used theories in the information processing is Professor Zadeh's fuzzy logic theory. Fuzzy implications form the basis of this theory. When processing information using fuzzy implication, the chosen judgment method and the type of implication affect the result. Referring to the review of the relevant literature on fuzzy implications, it can be noted that there are still unresolved problems and issues. For example, fuzzy implications cannot be used in processing imperfect information or information based on probabilistic and fuzzy uncertainty. Existing fuzzy implications face limitations in practical applications. Fuzzy implications only take into account inaccuracy, but …

Cyanosis-Associated Coagulopathy In Neonates Undergoing Cardiopulmonary Bypass: A Scoping Review, Lily Crickmar

Student Works

2. Structured summary:

A. Background: Patients with cyanotic congenital heart disease exhibit coagulation abnormalities related to chronic hypoxemia, which may increase the risk of bleeding and thrombosis, particularly during cardiopulmonary bypass.

B. Objective: This scoping review mapped the existing literature on coagulation disturbances and perioperative hemostatic outcomes in pediatric patients with cyanotic congenital heart disease.

C. Methods: 14 studies meeting the inclusion criteria were identified through structured database searching. The data were collected and synthesized descriptively due to heterogeneity in study design, patient populations, and coagulation assessment methods.

D. Results: Across studies, cyanotic patient physiology was associated with platelet dysfunction, …

Intraoperative Aspiration Risk Reduction Of Diabetic Patients Through Gastric Ultrasound: A Scoping Review, Dakota Sellers Bsn, Rn, Kristy Speight Bsn, Rn, Ginger Chastain Bsn, Rn, Tyler Stone Bsn, Rn, Claudia Bursi Bsn, Rn, Laura Reed Dnp, Aprn, Fnp-Bc, Cne, Fnap, Margaret Harvey Phd, Acnp-Bc, Fhrs

Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects

Purpose/Background

Patients with diabetes mellitus are significantly more prone to delayed gastric emptying, which can increase their risk for aspiration events in the operating room despite following standard fasting guidelines set by the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA). Using point-of-care gastric ultrasound, trained providers can quickly and accurately evaluate gastric volumes and risk-stratify patients based on these findings. However, these methods have not been clearly assessed in the diabetic population. The purpose of this scoping review is to map the existing evidence on the use of gastric ultrasound findings among adult patients with diabetes undergoing anesthesia.

Methods

A scoping review …

Dexmedetomidine As An Adjuvant In Intrathecal Anesthesia Vs. Opioids - Evaluating Adverse Events: A Scoping Review, Autumn Holloman Bsn, Rn, Paige Blackstock Bsn, Rn, Rasmia Ibrahim Bsn, Rn, Chase Logan Bsn, Rn, Hunter Turner Bsn, Rn, Dwayna Accardo Dnp. Crna, Faana, Laura Reed Dnp, Aprn, Fnp-Bc, Cne, Fnap

Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects

Purpose/Background 

Spinal anesthesia is widely used in surgical practice because it provides effective anesthesia and analgesia while reducing the need for intravenous anesthesia. Opioids are commonly used as intrathecal adjuvants; however, their use is associated with adverse effects such as pruritus, postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV), urinary retention, and respiratory depression. Dexmedetomidine, a selective α2-adrenergic agonist, has gained attention as an alternative to opioids due to its sedative and analgesic properties without the opioid side effect profile. This scoping review evaluates current evidence comparing intrathecal Dexmedetomidine and opioids as adjuvants to spinal anesthesia in adult surgical patients.

Methods

A scoping …

Evaluation Of A Wearable Wireless Respiratory Monitoring System (Rms) For Detecting And Predicting Clinical Deterioration, Shreya Kolipaka, Jeffrey I. Joseph, Do

Student Papers, Posters & Projects

Introduction & Objectives

- Mortality within 30 days after major surgery is the third leading cause of death worldwide.¹

- Post-operative adverse events leading to mortality include pneumonia, respiratory failure, sepsis, kidney failure, pulmonary embolism, and major cardiac events.^2,3

- Early warning signs of clinical deterioration are commonly missed due to infrequent clinical assessments, delaying timely diagnosis and intervention.^2,4

- On the general hospital floors, vital signs are monitored every 4 to 8 hours, suggesting patients could be unmonitored 96% of their hospital stay.¹

- Changes in respiratory rate (RR) are the earliest and most sensitive …

Tom's Story, Joseph Stephane Dzokou Kingue

INRW/Coreq Student Showcase

Spring 2026 Student Showcase

The Scripted Body: A Historical Analysis Of How Vituperative Narratives Shaped Disparities In Women’S Healthcare, Eva Fava-Rodrigues

Gender, Sexuality and Women's Studies Student Scholarship

No abstract provided.

Rex Gothorum, Patres Conscripti, Et Senes Barbarorum: Balancing Monarchical And Aristocratic Power In The Ostrogothic Kingdom, Max Deloach

Honors Theses

The fourth and fifth-century migrations of “barbarian” peoples from beyond the Roman frontier to the heart of the Empire exacerbated an already unparalleled crisis of self in Roman society. With the settlement of these “barbarians” in the West, the facade of Roman dominion over its own territory and institutions had crumbled. In Italy, the Roman Senate, along with the Catholic Church and the Eastern Roman Emperor, became essential to the peninsula’s “barbarian” kings. At the same time, post-Roman monarchs were obliged to patronize their own nobility—the elite military class. This work evaluates the trilateral negotiation of power between post-Roman monarchs, …