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Best Practices In Pediatric Pain Management: Preventing Chronic Pain And Opioid Dependency Through Early And Non-Pharmacological Interventions, Ava Landmeyer

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

This capstone project explores the relationship between pediatric chronic pain and the subsequent development of long-term adult chronic pain conditions. It aims to highlight the significance of non-pharmacological interventions, such as biofeedback, in pediatric pain management to reduce reliance on opioids and mitigate the risk of chronic pain in adulthood. The project also seeks to inform future healthcare providers of evidence-based, alternative approaches that complement or replace pharmacological treatments in pediatric populations.

Exploring The Relationship Between E-Cigarette Use And Copd Compared To Traditional Cigarette Users And Non-Smokers, Meryn Burk

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

E-cigarettes recently entered the tobacco market as a "healthier" alternative to cigarettes, although there is lacking data on their long term health effects. The objective of this project is to see if a relationship exists between e-cigarette usage and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) development compared to traditional cigarettes. The research done for this project was collected from Valparaiso University Library and Google Scholar. Keywords used to obtain information included "E-cigarette use and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease," "E-cigarette use and COPD development," and "E-cigarette and cigarette and COPD." Studies included in this project had the following criteria: e=cigarette use, current …

Personalizing Osa Treatment: Balancing Efficacy And Adherence, Aidan Goodreau

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Objective: This study compares the effectiveness of surgical versus nonsurgical management in reducing the apnea-hypopnea index (AHI) in adults with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). While continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is the gold standard, its long-term success if often limited by poor adherence. This research explores whether surgical interventions offer a viable alternative for improving clinical outcomes and long-term disease control.

Methods: A comprehensive literature search was conducted using ResearchRabbit. Search terms included "CPAP and uvulopalatopharyngoplasty" (6 results) and "apnea-hypopnea index, CPAP, and uvulopalatopharyngoplasty" (3 results). Inclusion criteria: studies published in or after 2019, in English, with full-text availability; adult …

Effect Of Nitrate Rich Beetroot Juice On Blood Pressure In Hypertensive Adults, Angelina M. Neme

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Objective: To evaluate whether consumption of nitrate-rich beetroot juice, compared to a non-nitrate enhanced diet, affects blood pressure (BP) in adults with hypertension.

Methods: A systematic literature search was conducted using Google Scholar, Cochrane, EBSCOhost/CINAHL, and PubMed. Search terms included "beetroot juice," "blood pressure," and "hypertension." Inclusion criteria: studies published since 2019, in English, full-text, involving human adults (≥ 18 years) with hypertension, examining the effects of nitrate-rich beetroot juice (70-250 mL daily) compared to nitrate-depleted juice or no intervention, and reporting both pre- and post-intervention BP. Exclusion criteria: studies published before 2019, not in English, not in …

Accuracy Of Wearable Technology In Menstrual Cycle Tracking, Reeya Brahmbhatt

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Objective: Wearable technology is an evolving market aimed at promoting health awareness. This study compares the data on the accuracy of wearable tracking technology (WTT) to traditional tracking methods (TTMs) in the monitoring of different stages of the menstrual cycle (MC) in adult women.

Methods: A comprehensive literature review was conducted using Google Scholar to identify peer-reviewed studies published since 2019 evaluating the accuracy of WTT in tracking women's MCs. Search terms included "wearable technology," "women," "tracking menstruation," and "traditional tracking methods." Inclusion criteria: studies on adult women of reproductive age, WTT for menstrual tracking, published in English since 2019, …

Treating The Virus, Triggering Iris: Art Timing In Hiv Patients With Bacterial And Fungal Opportunistic Infections, Brianna L. Rhomberg

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Objective: To evaluate the optimal timing of antiretroviral therapy (ART) initiation in HIV-1-infected adults with bacterial or fungal opportunistic infections (OIs), and to assess its impact on immune reconstitution inflammatory syndrome (IRIS), mortality, and pathogen type.

Methods: A structured literature review was conducted using PubMed, IDSA guidelines, and supplemental Google searches. Search terms included combinations such as "ART initiation TB meningitis," "ART initiation IRIS TB," "ART intiation IRIS cryptococcal," and "ART initiation IRIS pneumocystis." Studies published in English from 2019-2024 were included, with one exception for TB meningitis due to limited recent data. Eligible studies were randomized controlled trials or …

The Impact Of Metabolic Syndrome On Dementia And Cognitive Decline, Brady Glidden

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Objective: This literature review explores the relationship between metabolic syndrome (MetS) and neurocognitive decline. It assesses both the individual effects of components such as insulin resistance, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and obesity, as well as their combined impact on cognitive function. The goal is to inform clinical strategies aimed at early intervention and reducing the risk of dementia and cognitive impairment.

Methods: A literature search using PubMed and Google Scholar was conducted to examine associations between MetS and neurocognitive decline. PubMed searches for “(metabolic syndrome) AND (dementia)” and “(diabetes) AND (dementia)” returned 59 and 587 results since 2019. Google Scholar searches using …

Mindfulness Vs Ssris: Managing Anxiety In Adults With Gad, Max E. Doyle

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

This study evaluated whether mindfulness practices are more effective than selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) in reducing anxiety symptoms in adults aged 17 years and older diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) over one year. A structured literature review was conducted using Google Scholar, Valpo Summons, and PubMed. Search terms included “Mindfulness,” “SSRIs,” “GAD,” “selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors,” “generalized anxiety disorder,” and “Placebo.” A total of five relevant studies were identified: three from Google Scholar, one from Valpo Summons, and one from PubMed. Inclusion criteria were studies published in English from 2019 onward, with full-text access, involving participants aged 17 …

The Effectiveness Of Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation Compared To Cpap In Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Jared L. Roland

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Objective:
This study evaluates whether hypoglossal nerve stimulation (HNS) yields superior improvements in reducing apnea episodes, alleviating daytime sleepiness, and enhancing quality of life compared with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) among adult patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who are intolerant of CPAP therapy.

Methods:
A systematic literature search was conducted in PubMed, MEDLINE and Google Scholar using combinations of “hypoglossal nerve stimulation,” “obstructive sleep apnea,” and “CPAP.” PubMed yielded 337 records; MEDLINE, 105; Google Scholar, 1,080. After duplicate removal, titles and abstracts were screened against inclusion criteria: adults (≥18 years) with body mass index (BMI) < 32 kg/m², documented CPAP intolerance or failure, apnea–hypopnea index (AHI) 15–65 events/hour, English-language full texts published since 2019. Exclusion criteria were prior upper‐airway surgery, BMI > 35 kg/m², AHI …

Mortality Outcomes In Traumatic Brain Injury: Mannitol Vs. Hypertonic Saline, Abigail G. Gemeinhart

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Abstract

Objective: To evaluate whether mannitol or hypertonic saline (HS) is associated with a lower mortality rate in the management of increased intracranial pressure (ICP) in patients with traumatic brain injuries (TBI).

Methods: A systematic literature search was conducted using Google Scholar and the Valparaiso University Library database to identify studies comparing mannitol and hypertonic saline in the treatment of elevated ICP due to TBI. Search terms included variations of “mannitol,” “hypertonic saline,” “intracranial pressure,” “traumatic brain injury,” and “mortality.” A total of 3,280 results were retrieved from an initial Google Scholar search, 2,350 from a more specific …

Reviving Heritage, Soreya Ganda

Bachelor of Architecture Theses - 5th Year

Niger’s cultural identity is shaped by a rich mosaic of ethnic groups, including the Hausa, Zarma-Songhai, Tuareg, and Fulani, each with distinct traditions, building practices, and relationships to the land. For centuries, these communities lived according to their own social and spatial systems, rooted in environment-specific knowledge and craftsmanship. This balance was disrupted during the French colonial period, which began in the late 19th century and lasted until Niger’s independence in 1960. Colonial administration redrew territorial boundaries, centralized authority, and introduced foreign materials, aesthetics, and construction standards, redefining how people built and interacted with their environments. While Niger now appears …

Boiling Springs Circuit Quarterly Conference Records 1887-1890, Boiling Springs Circuit Quarterly Conference, Orangeburg District

Methodist Local Church Records

No abstract provided.

Black Swamp Circuit Quarterly Conference Records 1872-1890, Black Swamp Circuit Quarterly Conference

Methodist Local Church Records

No abstract provided.

Campobello Circuit Sunday School Records 1891-1894, Campobello Circuit Quarterly Conference

Methodist Local Church Records

No abstract provided.

Boiling Springs Circuit Quarterly Conference Records 1895-1898, Boiling Springs Circuit Quarterly Conference, Orangeburg District

Methodist Local Church Records

No abstract provided.

Campobello Circuit Quarterly Conference Records 1891-1894, Campobello Circuit Quarterly Conference

Methodist Local Church Records

No abstract provided.

Campobello Circuit Quarterly Conference Records 1895-1896, Campobello Circuit Quarterly Conference

Methodist Local Church Records

No abstract provided.

Bucksville Station Quarterly Conference Records 1883-1886, Bucksville Station Quarterly Conference

Methodist Local Church Records

No abstract provided.

Bucksville Station Quarterly Conference Records 1887-1890, Bucksville Station Quarterly Conference

Methodist Local Church Records

No abstract provided.

Bucksville Station Quarterly Conference Records 1895-1898, Bucksville Station Quarterly Conference

Methodist Local Church Records

No abstract provided.

Bucksville Station Quarterly Conference Records 1891-1894, Bucksville Station Quarterly Conference

Methodist Local Church Records

No abstract provided.

Campobello Circuit Quarterly Conference Records1887-1890, Campobello Circuit Quarterly Conference

Methodist Local Church Records

No abstract provided.

Bucksville Station Quarterly Conference Records 1879-1882, Bucksville Station Quarterly Conference

Methodist Local Church Records

No abstract provided.

Boiling Springs Circuit Quarterly Conference Records 1891-1894, Boiling Springs Circuit Quarterly Conference, Orangeburg District

Methodist Local Church Records

No abstract provided.

Buck Swamp Circuit Quarterly Conference Records 1868-1878, Buck Swamp Circuit Quarterly Conference

Methodist Local Church Records

No abstract provided.

Campobello Circuit Quarterly Conference Records 1907-1909, Campobello Circuit Quarterly Conference

Methodist Local Church Records

No abstract provided.

Campobello Circuit Quarterly Conference Records 1883-1886, Campobello Circuit Quarterly Conference

Methodist Local Church Records

No abstract provided.

Campobello Circuit Quarterly Conference Records 1903-1906, Campobello Circuit Quarterly Conference

Methodist Local Church Records

No abstract provided.

Black Swamp Circuit Quarterly Conference Records 1891-1909, Black Swamp Circuit Quarterly Conference

Methodist Local Church Records

No abstract provided.

An Insider’S Guide To Study Space (Center City), 2025-2026

Electronic Handouts

The University provides a variety of study areas to accommodate the studying styles and needs of its students. These include areas for quiet/individual study, formal study by a group, and areas for informal study. The University is pleased to provide you with information on the most popular areas. Please cooperate in maintaining the distinctions between these areas by observing any restrictions, and please remove any trash when you leave an area.

Lobbies and open common areas in all buildings are available for study according to the building’s operational hours unless otherwise in use for events. For security purposes, students using …