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Human Metapneumovirus Infection Of The Central Nervous System: In Vitro And In Vivo Models, Gage Greening, Joanna Yuen, Rebecca Mclennan, Eric S. Geanes, Santosh Khanal, Marc L. Herman, Brittany Hauger, Daniel A. Louiselle, Todd Bradley

Research Showcase

Certain respiratory viruses exhibit neurotropism, allowing them to invade the central nervous system (CNS) and induce neuroinflammation. Neurotropic respiratory viruses can lead to a variety of symptoms including encephalitis, seizures, and acute flaccid paralysis, among others. Recent research also suggests that even in non-severe cases, long-term neurological sequelae can persist. Despite the known association of these neurotropic respiratory viruses with short- and long-term neurological manifestations, there are significant knowledge gaps regarding the basic mechanisms of neuropathogenesis that, if addressed, could provide a foundation for the development of prevention and treatment interventions. Previously, we established in vitro models of infection of …

Community-Based Participatory Research In Developing Online Nutrition Tools: A Pathway To Relevance And Engagement, Laura Justice, Stacy Phillips

EFNEP

This article explains how Community-Based Participatory Research (CBPR) can strengthen the design of digital nutrition tools by ensuring they are culturally relevant, accessible, and grounded in community needs. By engaging participants as equal partners, CBPR enhances trust, usability, and long-term impact. The approach aligns with EFNEP’s mission to deliver inclusive, community-driven nutrition education and provides a framework for developing sustainable, adaptable tools that reflect the lived experiences of the families Extension serves.

Note: Antitrust Law In Professional Sports: How Major League Baseball Has Continued Being The Exception To The Rule, Joey Martinez

ConLawNOW

This Note argues that baseball should be put on the same playing field as other professional sports leagues. It explores the legal anomaly of baseball’s antitrust exemption and argues that either the Supreme Court or Congress should remove the exemption to subject Major League Baseball to federal antitrust laws to increase competition in professional baseball and improve conditions in the minor leagues. The article traces the history of baseball’s hundred-year-old antitrust exemption and details how the federal courts and Congress have treated it, including recent attempts by Congress to repeal baseball’s exemption. It then compares baseball to other professional and …

The Intentional Inbox: Strategies For The Mindful Use Of Technology At Work, Joshua Miller

Staff Professional Development Week

CAPS’s Joshua Miller presents an interactive workshop designed to help Gallaudet staff consider how their focus and physical well-being are influenced by screens and technology, and vice versa. We will go through data/statistics regarding screen dependence and the chair-bound “health crisis.”

Through crowd polling/interaction, we will identify common, and often unconscious, tech habits - the “notification reflex,” “overuse,” etc - that drain our mental energy. We will explore potential interventions to achieve mindful (healthy) use of technology - digital/real-life boundaries, mico-breaks/self-care, perspective shifting/re-framing/reminders of “urgent or not,” etc.

The presentation/workshop concludes with an open discussion to share experiences, challenges, and …

An Exploration Of Productivity Measurement For Pediatric Inpatient Consultation-Liaison Psychology, Corinne Evans M.A., Casey Lawless Ph.D., Walker S. Mckinney Ph.D., Katherine Schwartzkopf Psyd, Marissa M. Dawson Psyd, Crystal Tracy M.S., Mallory Netz Ph.D., Carisa Parrish Ph.D.

Research Showcase

Background: There is an increasing need for accurate and efficient methods for measuring clinical productivity for psychologists in academic medical centers. Inpatient consultation-liaison (C/L) psychologists experience specific challenges with measuring productivity due to the scope of their job responsibilities and competing demands across patient care, teaching, mentorship/supervision, research, quality improvement, advocacy, and staff education and support. Existing productivity measurement systems, initially developed for medical physicians, are largely reliant on metrics related to billing and reimbursement, providing a poor fit for the work of C/L psychologists. Amid a national mental health crisis, the need for C/L psychologists to demonstrate their productivity …

The Impact Of Vanzacaftor/Tezacaftor/Deutivacaftor On Parent And Child Perceived Psychosocial Functioning In People With Cystic Fibrosis: A Single Center Experience, Ashley Severin, Stephanie Duehlmeyer, Ellen Meier, Mallory Netz

Research Showcase

Background:

(ETI) is a highly effective modulator therapy (HEMT) for children with cystic fibrosis (CwCF). CwCF who are currently prescribed ETI are eligible to transition to vanzacaftor/tezacaftor/deutivacaftor (VTD). While ETI is associated with improvement in health outcomes for most CwCF, there are emerging data regarding neuropsychiatric adverse events (NAEs). VTD is a once daily HEMT shown to be non-inferior to ETI with a similar safety profile, particularly concerning NAEs.

Objectives/Goal:

The objective of this study was to assess the impact of VTD on parent and child perceived psychosocial functioning and sleep for CwCF.

Methods/Design:

The Pediatric Symptom Checklist (PSC) is …

Intersectionality And Infertility: A Framework For Culturally Responsive Mental Health Counseling, Nouna Jalilzadeh

Journal of Counseling Sexology & Sexual Wellness: Research, Practice, and Education

Infertility affects approximately 11% of women of reproductive age in the United States, with 41–46% developing symptoms consistent with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a prevalence substantially higher than in the general population. Because existing research and clinical literature predominantly focus on female infertility experiences, this article centers women while acknowledging that infertility profoundly impacts individuals across all gender identities. Despite this, mental health counselors frequently lack training in culturally responsive reproductive mental health care, leaving marginalized clients, including racial and ethnic minorities, low-income individuals, immigrants, LGBTQ+ people, and rural residents without adequate support. This theoretical article applies intersectionality theory to …

Considering Consent: What We Can Learn From Bdsm, Jennie Pless, Kate A. Morrissey Stahl, Madison Reeves

Journal of Counseling Sexology & Sexual Wellness: Research, Practice, and Education

Consent is a pivotal, defining feature of BDSM. As such, much can be learned by examining conceptualizations of consent among those who engage in BDSM. Using a mixed methods approach, this study explores how 92 BDSM practitioners conceptualize and practice consent. Participants defined consent as an ongoing, enthusiastic, and voluntary agreement. We examine how BDSM practitioners ensure consent, educate others about consent, and handle consent violations. Findings include strategies for consent education and sexual assault prevention. This study highlights the importance of greater awareness and understanding of BDSM and consent.

Sex And Stigma: The Cisgender Woman’S Experience, Regin Dean, Kara Schneider, Lucas M. Perez, Tae Joon Kim, Ryan G. Carlson

Journal of Counseling Sexology & Sexual Wellness: Research, Practice, and Education

This study examines how sexual stigma and societal expectations affect the self-esteem of college-aged women within the context of casual sex. Using a qualitative, thematic design, participants were recruited through purposive sampling and interviewed using semi-structured protocols. Thematic analysis revealed three overarching domains: Identity & Self-perception (empowerment, femininity and body image, fluidity), Social Factors (familial and cultural expectations, shame and comparison, formative relationships), and Developmental Influences (social media, scrutiny, knowledge gaps). Findings demonstrate how stigma is internalized and reinforced through interpersonal and media influences, underscoring the need for counseling practices that address both individual wellness and systemic advocacy.

Purity Culture And Sexual Shame, Dr. Amanda Gray, Dr. Kat R. Klement

Journal of Counseling Sexology & Sexual Wellness: Research, Practice, and Education

We investigated the relationship between Christian purity culture (PC) exposure/endorsement and sexual shame in 1,273 participants. Purity culture (PC) is a belief system predicated on sexual abstinence until heterosexual marriage and traditional gender roles. Correlational data showed that PC exposure was associated with higher sexual shame, particularly among women, and only among those who no longer endorsed PC. However, we did not find a causal relationship between PC exposure and sexual shame. Based on these findings, we provide recommendations for countering sex-negative messages during adolescence to improve healthy sexual development and better health and relationship outcomes.

Integrating Free, Prior, And Informed Consent Into Indonesia's Palm Oil Regulatory Framework For Indigenous Protection, Ermanto Fahamsyah, Natasya Aulia Putri, Ramadhan Dwi Saputra, Vicko Taniady

Padjadjaran Jurnal Ilmu Hukum (Journal of Law)

This study examines the absence of a binding Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC) mechanism in Indonesia's palm oil regulatory framework, which has resulted in recurring land conflicts and insufficient protection for indigenous peoples whose customary territories are converted into plantation concessions. It aims to analyze the weaknesses of the current legal framework and to evaluate FPIC models in the Philippines and Colombia as potential references for national reform. This study adopts a normative legal method using statutory, case-based, and comparative approaches. Primary and secondary legal materials were examined to assess Indonesia's existing protections for indigenous peoples and to compare …

Structural Hydrocolloid Scaffolding In 19th Century Pastry, Natalie M. Durdle Miss

Defensive Publications Series

This disclosure details the technical methods for creating shelf-stable, structurally sound, and aerated dairy compositions without the use of modern synthetic stabilizers. It documents the "Diplomat" and "Mousseline" systems as prior art for structural hydrocolloid scaffolding and fat-protein emulsification, specifically addressing the prevention of syneresis (weeping) and the deactivation of starch-degrading enzymes.

The Art Of The Kitchen Insult, Natalie M. Durdle Miss

Defensive Publications Series

This disclosure identifies a systematic method of political subversion embedded in the "High Art" of 19th-century French pastry, specifically the works of Marie-Antoine Carême. It identifies the "Crème Diplomate" and "Crème Bavaroise" as deliberate semiotic parodies of the diplomatic class and the Bavarian state. By utilizing gelatin-stabilized aerated structures, the "Chef-Architect" performed a public satire of "spineless" and "insubstantial" political entities, effectively "manufacturing" an illegitimate social class of chef-experts (the "Tiddy-Doll" effect).

Intelligent Network Remediation System With Adaptive Prescriptions, Rohit Bahl, Mrulay Sureshbhai Mistry, Ronnit Roy Burman, Hemang Lavana, David C White

Defensive Publications Series

An artificial intelligence (AI)-driven self-adapting remediation system is proposed herein. The proposed system can facilitate iterative, validated remediation with real-time state adaptation, as well as learning-enhanced prescription ranking under multi-dimensional constraints and intent-centric, standards-based multi-modal translation. Thus, the proposed system represents a fundamental advancement in network remediation technology by combining AI-driven intelligence with deterministic safety validation through the Model Context Protocol (MCP) framework. The integration of Large Language Model (LLM)-based command generation, risk-aware planning, adaptive configuration intelligence, and MCP-based validation creates a novel solution that addresses the critical limitations of traditional network remediation approaches while providing robust safety guarantees through …

Protocol For Coordinated Distributed Computing Within Communication Networks, Bhavya Bhardwaj, Lokesh Kumar, Uma S Mohanty

Defensive Publications Series

Proposed herein is a technique, referred to as a Network-Integrated Distributed Computing (NIDC) protocol, which allows network devices to collaboratively execute distributed computational workloads by sharing embedded computing resources and routing computations based on real-time availability. The proposed NIDC protocol unifies compute orchestration, routing, and failure recovery directly within the network, eliminating reliance on external compute clusters. This enables scalable, resilient, and low-latency processing using existing network infrastructure.

Pathogenic Oral Microbiota Abundance Is Associated With Reduced Bite Force In Patients With Periodontitis, Yi-Fan Wu

Articles in Press

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Clinical Practice Guideline Emergency Department Discharge Acuity Scale To Improve Care Transitions, Charlisa Hedrick

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

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Staff Education On Nonpharmacological Sleep Hygiene Strategies, Miranda Akateh Morfaw

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

No abstract provided.

Constitutionality Of Gender Pay Disparities In New York, Kevin Dean Moton, Sr.

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

No abstract provided.

Improving Staff Competence In Phq-9 Administration, Obinna C. Okonkwo

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

No abstract provided.

K–6 School Administrators’ Perceptions Of Factors Contributing To Increased Teacher Attrition In Rural K–6 Schools In Eastern North Carolina, Pierce St Orvil Lawrence

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

No abstract provided.

Staff Education To Improve Early Identification And Management Of Clinical Deterioration In Pediatric Patients Using A Standardized Assessment Protocol, Sarabjit Chahal

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

No abstract provided.

Higher Education Faculty Members’ Perspectives On Implementing Student Engagement Practices In Courses, Kimberly L. Williams

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

No abstract provided.

An Evidence-Based Practice Trauma-Informed Care And Pediatric Crisis Management Training Initiative, Annette Renea Porter

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

No abstract provided.

Improving Pediatric Mri Access In Academic Hospitals Through Operational Redesign, Caryn Karff

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

No abstract provided.

Men Who Murder Their Families: Crime Script Analysis Of Surviving Familicide Perpetrators’ Characteristics And Behaviors, Margaret Potthoff

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

No abstract provided.

Childcare Center Administrators’ Challenges To Using Trauma-Informed Approaches With Children Experiencing Toxic Stress, Jessica Lynn Pierce

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

No abstract provided.

Elementary Music Teachers’ Perceptions Of The Impact Of Class Size On Tonal And Phonemic Awareness In Second-Grade General Music Classes, Ariel A. Supinger

Masters Theses

The purpose of this non-experimental, quantitative study was to investigate elementary music teachers’ perceptions of the impact of class size on tonal and phonemic awareness in second-grade general music classes. The researcher-designed questionnaire was sent to elementary music teachers who teach second-grade general music in elementary schools within urban, suburban, and rural school districts.

Man's Modern Need For God: A Literary Apologetic, Matthew G. Jones

Masters Theses

This thesis argues that modern man’s attempt to dispense with God inevitably results in psychological, moral, and existential collapse, a reality most powerfully revealed through the literary works of Friedrich Nietzsche, Fyodor Dostoevsky, and Leo Tolstoy. Before Nietzsche proclaimed the death of God and called humanity to transcend traditional morality through the rise of the Übermensch, Dostoevsky and Tolstoy had already responded, not merely with philosophical counterarguments, but with stories that exposed the devastating consequences of life divorced from the divine. Through literary apologetics, this thesis examines the broader cultural and spiritual conversation taking place between these nineteenth-century thinkers and …

The Message Within The Show: A Cultivation Study On The Impact Of Children's Television On Perceptions Of The Family, Ashley Bowes Fletcher

Masters Theses

The purpose of this qualitative research study was to explore the impacts of popular early 2000s children’s television shows on now-adult viewers’ perceptions of the nuclear family. The problem is that current scholarly literature had not addressed how early 2000s television shows have impacted the perception of a traditional nuclear family’s role in society. This study sought to identify the views currently held by the participants regarding the importance and roles of the nuclear family. The study also sought to identify the participant’s perceptions of the portrayals of the nuclear family in specific early 2000s children’s sitcoms. Through a variety …