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Understanding The Health And Social Determinants Of Health Needs Of Resettled Afghan Refugees In Houston, Texas, Karissa Chesky, Angelica Garcia, Aaron Pathak, Imran Humza Hanif, Srijana Shrestha, Sophia Banu

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

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Constitutive Il-7 Signaling Promotes Car-Nk Cell Survival In The Solid Tumor Microenvironment But Impairs Tumor Control, Matthew Dysthe, Ishwar Navin, Dayenne Van Leeuwen, Josue Pineda, Corrine Baumgartner, Cliona M Rooney, Robin Parihar

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

Background: Adoptive transfer of chimeric antigen receptor (CAR)-expressing natural killer (NK) cells has demonstrated success against hematological malignancies. Efficacy against solid tumors has been limited by poor NK cell survival and function in the suppressive tumor microenvironment (TME). To enhance efficacy against solid tumors, stimulatory cytokines have been incorporated into CAR-NK cell therapeutic approaches. However, current cytokine strategies have limitations, including systemic toxicities, exogenous dependencies, and unwanted TME bystander effects. Here, we aimed to overcome these limitations by modifying CAR-NK cells to express a constitutively active interleukin (IL)-7 receptor, termed C7R, capable of providing intrinsic CAR-NK cell activation that does …

Exploring Victorian Era Class And Culture: Representation Of The Working Class Through Joseph Skipsey's Poetry, Nathasya Josephine

International Journal of Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities

Representation of minorities has always been a problem in publication. This is especially true in Victorian society, where class stratification was rampant and class distinctions were marked as normal. As a result, many authors from underprivileged communities are overshadowed by the influential literary giants we now know as the Canons. This paper aims to shed light on one of the unknown voices representing Victorian working-class society. Specifically, it will discuss Joseph Skipsey, a working-class author who writes poems about his daily life and struggles as a miner. The focus will be on two of his poems: "Get Up" and The …

Essays On Freedom And Power, John Acton

Hannah Arendt Marginalia - All

New York : [Published by Noonday Press], 1955, [c1948]

Call #: New York : JC571 .A14 1955

Excerpted pages contains marginalia, underlining and marginal lining

PDF Information: 77 pages – 4.5 MB

Tank Chair [Book Review], Jj Pionke

Disability in LIS (DisLIS)

We are introduced to Nagi our wheelchair using assassin, and his adorable younger sister, as they try to figure out how improve the amount of time where he is awake.

Opportunities For Growth: A Metacognitive Self-Talk Strategy That Improves Classroom Unity And Academic Attitudes, Sera Anello, Michael J. Haslip

Journal of Practitioner Research

This teacher action research study describes the development and application of the opportunities for growth teaching method to increase learner motivation, persistence, cooperation and positive self-talk among primary school students. The approach was implemented with 30 fourth graders in a Philadelphia public school classroom to foster unity, support attitudes toward academics and participation, redefine failure, and reframe challenges. Before this intervention, most of the students lacked self-regulation, self-awareness, and relationship skills needed to thrive. This study investigates how and to what effect the opportunities for growth approach shifts students’ language and mindset about academic and social challenges. Qualitative data was …

Teaching Ai Ethics And Skepticism: The Impact Of Instruction On Ethical Usage On Students’ Perceptions, Jenna D. Justin

Journal of Practitioner Research

This study investigates the ethical implications of artificial intelligence (AI) in K-12 education, focusing on how explicit instruction influences students' perceptions of AI tools like ChatGPT. Conducted with 80 sixth-grade students at A.D. Henderson University School and FAU High School, the research tracks changes in student understanding and skepticism of AI following a World History unit. Pre- and post-instruction surveys revealed a decline in comfort with AI as students became more aware of its ethical concerns, including plagiarism, bias, and misinformation. The findings suggest integrating AI ethics into the middle school curriculum to foster responsible AI usage among students.

Enterobacter Cloacae As A Rare Cause Of Cerebral Abscesses In A Neonatal Late-Onset Sepsis – A Case Report And Literature Review With Focus On Risk Factors, Diagnostics And Treatment, Yıldız Yıldırım, Ruy Perez, Rüdiger Wentzell, Clemens Andrée, Martin Weinzierl, Norbert Utz, Tim Niehues

Journal of Pediatric Infectious Diseases

Late-onset sepsis (LOS; sepsis occurring after the first 72 hours of life) increases the morbidity and mortality of premature neonates, especially those with very-low-birth weight (≤1500g). In LOS, Enterobacter cloacae has been rarely described as a cause of secondary brain abscesses. Our case report summarizes important aspects of cerebral abscesses due to an E. cloacae sepsis in a preterm neonate. Our patient received surgical abscess drainage and rational antibiotic treatment employing prolonged meropenem infusions plus fosfomycin and subsequent treatment with oral trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole. Furthermore, we present a review of the current literature from 2009-2022, comparing cases similar to our case.

Magnitude And Factors Associated With Mortality Of Neonates Admitted To Intensive Care Unit In Northern Ethiopia: Hospital-Based Cross-Sectional Study, Gebrhud Berihu Haile, Tensay Kahsay Weldegebreal, Desta Hailu Aregawi, Daniel Birhane Berhe, Tomas Amare Abraha

Journal of Pediatric Infectious Diseases

Objectives: Neonatal mortality is a global burden both in developed and developing countries. Marked disparities exist across countries. In Ethiopia, the neonatal mortality rate is unacceptably high. Even though some published research exists, there is a lack of data regarding the magnitude and factors associated with mortality in neonates. The aim of this study was to assess the magnitude and factors associated with mortality in neonates admitted to intensive care units in northern Ethiopia. Methods: A cross-sectional study was employed among 325 neonates admitted to intensive care units in public hospitals from October 2021 to May 2022. Systematic random sampling …

Utility And Impact Analysis Of Inpatient Pediatric Physiologic Monitoring, Anand Gourishankar, Monaliza Evangelista, Misti Ellsworth, Jean Hsu

Journal of Pediatric Intensive Care

Objective: This study aimed to study the practice and effect of monitoring pediatric patients in the length of stay (LOS). Methods: We performed a prospective, observational study of pediatric patients in the general ward from October to December 2016. We have recorded the use of cardiac, pulse-oximeter, or both, and as per physician order at time of patient admission. We have studied the proportions of monitoring at different patient groups. We have applied linear regression model to investigate the relationship between LOS and cardiopulmonary monitoring, orders, and medical complexity. Results: Among 399 patients, patients with cardiac and pulse oximeter monitoring …

Post-Intensive Care Syndrome In A Cohort Of School-Aged Children And Adolescent Icu Survivors: The Importance Of Follow-Up In The Acute Recovery Phase, Trevor A. Hall, Rachel K. Greene, Justin B. Lee, Skyler Leonard, Kathryn R. Bradbury, Kurt Drury, Grace Recht, Julie Randall, Megan E. Norr, Cydni N. Williams

Journal of Pediatric Intensive Care

Objectives: Pediatric ICU survivors experience a collection of physical, cognitive, emotional, and social symptoms named post-intensive care syndrome (PICS). We aimed to quantify PICS morbidities from multiple stakeholder perspectives across domains. Methods: Using physician, neuropsychologist, and parent/caregiver completed outcome measures across domains in a cross-sectional analysis of 186 children between the ages of 8 and 19 years with data from a PICU follow-up clinic 1-3 months after PICU discharge, we quantified PICS morbidities and used Spearman correlation to evaluate interdependence of PICS domains. Results: Compared to pre-hospitalization functioning, new PICS related morbidities were observed and significant correlations were identified between …

Impact Of The Covid-19 Pandemic On Children And Families In Picu Follow-Up Clinic, Lucile Barcat, Genevieve Du Pont-Thibodeau, Camille Jutras, Karen Harrington, Simon Macdonald, Laurence Ducharme-Crevier

Journal of Pediatric Intensive Care

Objective: The novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic disrupted the lives of many families, especially those of children with chronic health problems. Little is known about the impact of this pandemic on the health and well-being of critically ill children and their families after their discharge from pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) hospitalization. This study describes the repercussions of the COVID-19 related lockdown on the physical and psychological wellbeing, quality of life, and access to resources of PICU survivors and their families. Method: Prospective cohort study. Telephone encounter. Children and families followed at the Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Ste- Justine PICU …

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Turkish Journal of Mathematics

No abstract provided.

Spartanburg County School Integration Project: John Lane Interview, John Lane, Clayton Whisnant, Dallas Green, Wade Toth

Oral History Interviews

Spartanburg County School Integration Project

Narrator: John Lane (JL)

Interviewers: Dr. Clayton Whisnant (CW)

Dallas Green (DG) and Wade Toth (WT)

at Wofford College

July 22, 2025

Predicting Dietary Behavior In Obese Adult Diabetics Using Social Cognitive Theory, Precious Mueller

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Predicting Dietary Behavior in Obese Adult Diabetics Using Social Cognitive Theory by Precious Mueller MA, University of Phoenix, 2009 BS, University of Iowa, 2006 Dissertation Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy Public Health Walden University November 2024 “ Diabetes mellitus Type II is a prevalent and serious condition affecting millions globally, particularly among obese adults. The association between dietary behaviors and diabetes management is critical, as it directly impacts health outcomes and quality of life for affected individuals. This study aims to identify the determinants of dietary behaviors that influence Type II …

The Influence Of Wisdom Literature On The Epistle Of James, Erik Swartzwelder

Masters Theses

The epistle of James is considerably unique within the canonical setting of the New Testament. Its distinct nature is at least partially responsible for the polarized nature of its reception. The same characteristics that created the appeal of the epistle of James have also left it susceptible to criticism. Critics of the epistle have targeted its style, content, and lack of gospel message. A proper understanding of the influence of wisdom literature on James and his letter will alleviate many of the critical ideas of James. One does not need to look far to see the evidence of this influence, …

Templating Of Monomeric Alpha-Synuclein Results In Inflammation And Snpc Dopamine Neuron Death In A Genetic Mouse Model Of Induced Synucleinopathy, Matthew D. Byrne, Peyman Petramfar, Jae-Kyung Lee, Richard J. Smeyne

Department of Neuroscience Faculty Papers

While the etiology of most cases of Parkinson's disease (PD) are idiopathic, it has been estimated that 5-10% of PD arise from known genetic mutations. The first mutations described that leads to the development of an autosomal dominant form of PD are in the SNCA gene that codes for the protein alpha-synuclein (α-syn). α-syn is an abundant presynaptic protein that is natively disordered and whose function is still unclear. In PD, α-syn misfolds into multimeric b-pleated sheets that aggregate in neurons (Lewy Bodies/neurites) and spread throughout the neuraxis in a pattern that aligns with disease progression. Here, using IHC, HC, …

Policy Review Of The Aha Clinical Practice Guideline For Congestive Heart Failure: Evaluating Best Practices, Brenda E. Garcia

Student Scholarly Projects

Practice Problem: Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a significant public health challenge that impacts various populations and contributes to rising hospital admission rates.

PICOT: The PICOT question that guided this scholarly project was: For healthcare policymakers and interprofessional teams (P), how does a policy review of the American Heart Association’s Clinical Practice Guidelines for Heart Failure (I), guided by the CDC’s Polaris Framework (C), conducted over a 12-week period (T), evaluate alignment with evidence-based practices and potential for adoption in the care of patients with congestive heart failure (O)?

Evidence: This scholarly project focused on reviewing the current clinical guidelines …

Act With Nmosd: A Targeted, Telehealth-Delivered Mental Health Intervention For Patients & Caregivers, Darcy C. Esiason, Patrick J. Smith, Charles L. Peppers, Emily Wakschal, Leigh Andrews, Chelsi N. Nurse, Hallie M. Kushner, Christopher F. Drescher, Heather Bruschwein, Wendy Erler, Tom Hattrich, Ankita Deshpande, Michael Levy, Thomas P. Leist, C. Virginia O'Hayer

Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior Faculty Papers

PURPOSE: The rare, unpredictable, debilitating nature of neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) constitutes a unique psychological burden. This single-arm, pilot clinical trial examined the effectiveness of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) tailored to meet the psychological burden of NMOSD, a brief telehealth-delivered intervention, targeting this burden.

METHODS: Forty-three adults with NMOSD (76 % aquaporin-4 seropositive (AQP4+)) in USA, with elevated anxiety and/or depression completed 6-weeks of an experiential talk therapy designed to increase psychological flexibility and valued action, specifically tailored to address the psychological burden of NMOSD: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) w NMOSD. Patients attended via Zoom, along with …

2025-03-04 Executive Council Minutes, Susie Salazar

Executive Council Minutes

No abstract provided.

Reading Deeply: Rethinking How And Why We Read, Luke Hawley, Rose Postma, Leah A. Zuidema

Faculty Work Comprehensive List

"Regardless of genre or medium, what’s essential reading—or watching or listening—today?"

Posting about ­­­­­­­­thoughtful and engaged reading practices from In All Things, an online hub that offers insight into maintaining and faithful and orthodox Reformed Christian worldview while fearlessly engaging in every aspect of contemporary life – until all is made new.

Reading Deeply

A Caffeine And Theacrine Combination Improves Cognitive Performance In Tactical Personnel Under Physically Fatiguing Conditions, Blaine S. Lints, Adam T. Harrison, Sten O. Stray-Gundersen, Gianna F. Mastrofini, Riccardo F. Romersi, Noah K. Nakagawa, Mackenzie B. Yonder, Chimaobim E. Martin-Diala, Alexa J. Chandler, R. Davis Moore, Shawn M. Arent Ph.D., Cscs*D, Fissn, Facsm, Fnak

Faculty Publications

Background

Optimizing human performance under stressful physical and cognitive conditions is paramount during high-stakes military operations. As such, interventions to improve warfighter performance by mitigating task-induced cognitive performance deficits are necessary. While caffeine is the most widely consumed psychoactive substance in the world, common side effects (i.e. anxiousness, micro-saccades, irritability) may be detrimental to warfighter operations. Theacrine, a purine alkaloid similar in structure to caffeine but with a longer half-life, less habituation, and fewer side effects, is proposed as a caffeine-alternative to enhance cognitive resilience.

Methods

Tactically trained participants (n = 20; F = 5; M = 16; age …

The Tales Of A Countryman, Aubrei Foreman

ENGL 1102 Showcase

This essay was inspired by the profile project assignment. This was an assignment given to allow students the opportunity to further investigate a person, picture, or place, then create a blog site and an essay, detailing what we learned during said investigation. My essay was based on an interview I conducted with a person that is very special to me, my Pop-Pop Clyde Foreman Sr. I wanted to receive a first-hand account of the effects of growing up in an environment in which he not only experienced Jim Crow laws, but also experienced sharecropping in the deep rural south. It …

Classics Into Comics: Transformation Of Children’S Literature Classics Into Comics And Translating Them Into Other Languages, Amal Rakan Alkhaldi Dr.

Journal of Arabic Sciences and Humanities

The study investigates how Oliver Twist, written by Charles Dickens in 1839, has been adapted into comic form and translated into other languages. It concerns the communicative problems and techniques of meaning-making in text and image. Translating nonsequential multimodal narratives is complex, requiring consideration of cultural context and image semantics to maintain coherence across text and visuals in the target language. The paper also explores how translators overcome these challenges to maintain the essence of the narrative while presenting it in different forms that will appeal to its various readers. Studying the Oliver Twist comic adaptation and translation aids translation …

Passive Verb Morphology In Arabic And Faifi Dialect, Essa Salman Alfaifi Dr.

Journal of Arabic Sciences and Humanities

The formation of passive verbs in Arabic is uniquely challenging due to its complex structure and dialectal variations. While Classical Arabic (CA) and Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) adhere to non-concatenative rules of internal vowel modification of the active stem, some dialects use different strategies such as affixation or reflexive pronouns with no modification to the stem. However, despite previous studies on Arabic verbs, the passive verb construction remains insufficiently explored. This paper aims to participate in addressing this gap by detailing the passive verb morphology in the Faifi dialect (FD) and comparing it with CA/MSA. The properties of passive verbs …

Affrication In Najdi Arabic: Application And Resistance, Yasser Abdulrahman Al-Bati Dr.

Journal of Arabic Sciences and Humanities

This paper examines affrication process in Najdi Arabic, Qassimi variety in particular, and proposes a rule of affrication that regulates this phonological process. It discusses the environments where the affricate [ts] is produced in this variety and explores the applications of the proposed rule. It also proposes that [k] and [ts] in NA are not only cases of allophones, but they are actually different phonemes; therefore, some cases of [ts] are not simply cases of affrication of [k], but in fact a phonemic representation of /ts/. The paper also examines various exceptions where affrication is expected but not active in …

Alignment Of Perceptual Similarity Metrics With Human Perception, Abhijay Ghildyal

Dissertations and Theses

Perceptual similarity metrics are used for quantitatively evaluating the similarity between two images as it would appear to human perception. These metrics aim to mimic the human visual system, providing a more accurate assessment of visual similarity. Such visual assessments are considered to be more advanced than simple pixel-wise comparisons such as ℓ_p norm distances. Thus, a human-like assessment of visual similarity, makes the metrics valuable for applications in image compression, restoration, and enhancement, where evaluating perceptual quality is crucial. Perceptual similarity metrics have progressively become more correlated with human judgments on perceptual similarity; however, despite recent advances, the …

Emergency Nurses’ Perceptions Of A Trauma-Informed Organizational Climate: A Cross-Sectional Study, Audrey Kobina

Nursing Theses and Dissertations

Healthcare leaders face numerous challenges in today’s complex healthcare environment. The most pressing issues are staffing shortages and burnout among healthcare workers. By 2025, the U.S. healthcare system could experience a shortfall of up to 450,000 nurses, or 20% fewer nurses than needed to provide adequate patient care. High job dissatisfaction and burnout levels are significant factors driving many nurses away from the profession. This three-paper dissertation portfolio addressed how trauma-informed approaches and practices can enhance the work environment by establishing trauma-informed organizational climates to mitigate burnout. Understanding the impact of trauma-informed practices within healthcare systems supports the nursing workforce. …

Greenhouse Evaluation Of Great Plains Native Grasses And Forbs Tolerance To Postemergence Herbicides Used For Roadside Weed Control, Rachel C. Woody-Pumford, Matthew B. Bertucci, Mike D. Richardson, Dirk Philipp, Hannah E. Wright-Smith

Horticulture Faculty Publications and Presentations

To combat the decline in North American grasslands and prairies, innovative strategies to establish new native grass and forb plantings must be considered. Integrated vegetation management entails the use of many practices to cultivate desirable vegetation along roadsides, including mowing, applying herbicides, burning, and replanting. Currently, only a limited selection of postemergence herbicides are available to improve native plant establishment along roadsides. A greenhouse herbicide screen that included four postemergence herbicides registered for use on Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) acres and rights-of-way was conducted to test their safety for use on four native grasses (big bluestem, buffalograss, sideoats grama, and …

2025-04-29 Executive Council Minutes, Susie Salazar

Executive Council Minutes

No abstract provided.