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State Of California Cannabis Reporting, University Of Mississippi – National Center For Cannabis Research And Education

California

No abstract provided.

Association Of Estimated Plasma Volume Status With Invasive Hemodynamics And Adverse Clinical Outcomes In Patients With Pulmonary Hypertension And Chronic Kidney Disease, Andrew Geller, Jose Manuel Martinez Manzano, Esteban Kosak Lopez, Phuuwadith Wattanachayakul, John Malin, Raul Leguizamon, Tara John, Rasha Khan, Ian Mclaren, Alexander Prendergast, Simone Jarrett, Kevin Bryan Lo, Christian Witzke

Einstein Health Papers

Identifying noninvasive measures to assess intravascular volume status and risk stratify patients with pulmonary hypertension (PH) and chronic kidney disease (CKD) is needed. We assessed the predictive value of estimated plasma volume status (ePVS) using the Strauss-derived Duarte formula in PH-CKD patients. This single-center retrospective cohort analysis included patients with PH and CKD Stage 3b (CKD3b), Stage 4 (CKD4), or Stage 5 (CKD5) who underwent right heart catheterization from 2018 to 2023. Patients were categorized into low ePVS (< 6.2) and high ePVS (≥ 6.2) using Youden's J statistics. We used the Cox-proportional hazards model, adjusting for age, sex, and body mass index, to investigate the association between …

Ole Miss Business School Honors 10 Alumni, Tina H. Hahn

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – The School of Business Administration at the University of Mississippi has honored business giants and innovators by inducting them into the second class of its Hall of Fame.

Evaluation Of Image Quality In Mobile Cone-Beam Ct With Dose Modulation Using Automatic Exposure Control: A Phantom Study, Keita Okazaki, Wenchao Cao, Reza Taleei, Firas Mourtada, Jun Li, Karen Mooney, Pramila Rani Anne, Yingxuan Chen

Department of Radiation Oncology Faculty Papers

BACKGROUND: The integration of mobile cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) into brachytherapy workflows offers clinical advantages such as immediate verification of applicator placement and adaptive treatment planning. These benefits require sufficient image quality to delineate applicators, target volumes, and organs at risk. A systematic evaluation of automatic exposure control (AEC) settings, radiation dose, and image quality is essential to ensure clinically acceptable imaging while minimizing patient exposure.

PURPOSE: This study evaluates the characteristics of AEC and its impact on image quality and radiation dose in a mobile CBCT system used for brachytherapy.

METHODS: The Elekta ImagingRing CBCT system was used to …

The Effects Of Mangosteen Pericarp (Garcinia Mangostana Linn.) Extract On Necrotic And Apoptotic Cells In A Periodontitis Model Following X-Ray Exposure, Deny Saputra, Sri Wm. Mulyani, Rini D. Ridwan, Eha R. Astuti, Nastiti F. Ramadhani, Hafshah Zs. Hanun, Kurnia C. Muslimah, Faiza M. Rusdi, Tengku Nebta. Noor

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Objective: To evaluate the effect of mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana Linn.) pericarp extract application on necrotic and apoptotic cell counts in an experimental periodontitis model following X-ray exposure.

Material and Methods: A total of 35 male Rattus norvegicus were randomly assigned to seven experimental groups. Mangosteen pericarp extract was obtained via maceration, and a mucoadhesive gingival patch was formulated using the solvent casting technique. Following group-specific interventions and X-ray irradiation, mandibular tissue samples were harvested, processed histologically, and stained with hematoxylin and eosin. The microscopic examination was performed to quantify necrotic and apoptotic cells. Data were analyzed using one-way …

The Prevalence Of Cleft Patients Between South Sulawesi, Indonesia And Toyama Prefecture, Japan: A Comparative Study, Andi Tajrin, Muhammad I. Rasul, Kumiko Fujiwara, Yossie Y. Ariestiana, Muhammad Ruslin, Makoto Noguchi, Husni Mubarak, Husnul Bahsyar

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Background

Cleft cases are the most common congenital disorder of orofacial Cleft in the world. Japan is a development country while Indonesia is a developing country that has high cleft incidence and also different lifestyle and habits of society. These conditions will probably affect the prevalence of cleft lip and palate occurrence.

Methode

This study is a quantitative study with a cross-sectional study design. The sample of the study was secondary data from patient's medical records at Unhas Dental Hospital, Celebes Cleft Center Foundation, and Toyama University Hospital from 2018 to 2020. Statistical analysis using chi-square with statistical analyzes performed …

The Effect Of Art Therapy And Animated Audio-Visual Methods On Improving Dental And Oral Health Knowledge Among Elementary School Children, Retno S. Daulimah, Ayub I. Anwar, Fuad H. Akbar, Hasanuddin, Edy Machmud, Eddy H. Habar

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Objective: This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of art therapy and animated cartoon-based audio-visual methods in improving dental and oral health knowledge among elementary school students.

Materials and Methods: This quasi-experimental study employed a two-group pre-test post-test design and was conducted at SDN 2 Daya, Makassar, in August 2024. The sample consisted of first-grade students selected using purposive sampling. Interventions were delivered through two approaches: art therapy (illustrated storytelling) and animated cartoon-based audio-visual media. Data were collected using structured questionnaires administered before and after the intervention. Statistical analysis used the Wilcoxon and Mann-Whitney tests due to non-normal data distribution. …

Epidemiology And Recurrence Of Exophytic Oral Soft-Tissue Lesions: A Multicenter Cross-Sectional Study From Academic Hospitals In Surabaya, Andra Rizqiawan, Indra Mulyawan, Astrid Bu. Purba, Eka Pd., Dini Setyowati, Okky Prasetyo, Aninditya P. Trianuanty, Mohammad Z. Rahman

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Background: Exophytic lesions in the oral mucosa are often encountered in daily practice, which had a prevalence of 25.8%, representing pathological growths above the contour of the oral mucosa due to hypertrophy, hyperplasia, neoplasia, and fluid collections in the epithelial/mesenchymal tissue. Aim: This study aimed to analyze the recurrence epidemiology of soft tissue exophytic lesions that has never been done in one of Academic Hospitals in Surabaya. Materials and method: Analytical observational study with a cross-sectional design using data from medical records with exophytic soft tissue lesions who had surgery at the Academic Hospitals in Surabaya on …

Excision Of Odontoma With Local Anesthesia In An 8-Year-Old Girl: A Case Report, Sandra Lorensa, Lely Indriasari, Tania Saskianti, Lily A. Shoaib, Ardianti M. Dewi

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Objective: The most prevalent odontogenic tumors of the jaws are termed odontomas, and they are identified by their slow expansion and no aggressive behavior. Excision of odontoma with local anesthesia are associated with minimal intraoperative discomfort and reduced recovery times compared to procedures performed under general anesthesia.

Methods: An 8-year-old girl presented with a hard bony swelling, painless, and failure to erupt of the upper front tooth. The excision was performed under local anaesthesia. Results:   The histopathological examination indicated  that  the  lesion  was an odontoma. #22 was erupted after ten weeks of excision.Conclusion: The excision surgery with local …

Autogenous Bone Graft From Alvolar Exostosis With Combination Of Xenograft And Platelet-Rich Fibrin For Treatment Of Intrabony Defects: A Case Report, Nurul H. Danial, Sitti R. Juanita, Endo Sadewa, Dian Setiawati, Venda N. Rianta

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Introduction: Intrabony defects are the result of periodontal destruction and are associated with the progression of periodontitis. This case report describes the treatment of an intrabony defect using autograft from alveolar exostosis combined with xenograft and platelet-rich fibrin (PRF). Case Report: A 55-year-old man came with complaints of his right upper back teeth being mobile and feel uncomfortable when eating since five months ago. Clinical examination revealed an average pocket depth 6 mm and average tooth mobility 2 degree. On radiographic examination, vertical bone defects were found. The patient received initial therapy followed by surgical flap surgery using autograft from …

Peripheral Calcifying Odontogenic Cyst In Maxillary Anterior Gingiva: A Case Report, Dimitris N. Tatakis

Faculty Scholarship

BACKGROUND: Calcifying odontogenic cysts (Gorlin cysts) most commonly present centrally and have only rarely been reported in peripheral locations. The purpose of this report is to describe a new case of peripheral calcifying odontogenic cyst (PCOC) occurring in the anterior maxillary gingiva and to review the management and differential diagnosis of such a lesion. METHODS: A 37-year-old female presented with a long-standing submucosal nodule on the gingiva between the maxillary central incisors, with asymptomatic growth over the last three years. Following an initial incisional biopsy, a diagnosis of PCOC was established. To exclude the possibility of a central process, a …

Buprenorphine/Naloxone Therapy For Opioid Withdrawal, Medication-Assisted Treatment, And Pain Management In An Adolescent Patient, Sindhu H. Manjunath, Michael Spickler, Annas Aljassem

Conference Presentation Abstracts

Introduction: Opioid addiction is a chronic disorder centered around craving and compulsive use of prescription or non-medical opioids. The last three decades have seen a dramatic increase in opioid use order (OUD) in the United States, with about 87,000 adolescents in the 12–17 age group estimated to have OUD in 2019. Less than 10% receive medication-assisted treatment (MAT). We present a case of a 17-year-old male who received treatment with buprenorphine-naloxone (Suboxone) for withdrawal management, MAT and acute pain.

Case Description: A 17-year-old-male with a history of anxiety, depression, and attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) presented to the emergency department (ED) …

Comparative Assessment Of Malocclusion In The Sagittal Plane Based On Clinical Dental And Skeletal Characteristics, Vyzhenko Yevhenii, Kuroiedova Vira, Halych Liudmila, Makarova Oleksandra

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

ABSTRACT

Objective: The aim of this study was to provide a comparative assessment of sagittal malocclusion based on clinical dental and skeletal characteristics in a sample of the Ukrainian population and to identify cephalometric variables that are contributing factors in the formation of malocclusion in the sagittal plane.

Material and methods: The study included 200 subjects with malocclusion, aged 9–20 years. Clinical sagittal molar occlusion was determined according to Angle’s classification. Skeletal characteristics were classified based on the ANB angle. Cephalometric analysis was performed using cone-beam computed tomography. Statistical analysis was conducted using the Shapiro-Wilk hypothesis test with …

Correlation Of Alpha-Amylase And Orthodontic Pain Perception: Standard Edgewise Vs Straight-Wire Appliances, Elih Sayuti, Ida A. Evangelina, Avi Laviana, Zenith Paskalin, Endah Mardiati, Santhra S. Balan, Ardiansyah Pawinru

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Introduction: Pain is a biological response to orthodontic forces and a major concern during orthodontic treatment. This leads some patients to delay or avoid orthodontic treatment. Pain intensity during orthodontic treatment is generally assessed using the visual analogue scale (VAS). Pain stimulates the sympathetic adrenal medullary system, which increases salivary α-amylase (sAA) secretion. This study aimed to evaluate the relationship between VAS pain intensity and alpha-amylase pain biomarker concentration during the initial stages of orthodontic tooth movement. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study. Fourteen patients requiring orthodontic treatment with maxillary premolar extraction and canine distalization using the Standard Edgewise (SE) …

Knowledge, Practices And Regulatory Challenges Associated With Portable Handheld Dental X-Ray Devices Utilization Among Indonesian Dentists: A Cross-Sectional Study, Aga S. Nurrachman, Nastiti F. Ramadhani, Septia A. Wilujeng, Lailatul H. Mazlan, Deny Saputra, Ahmad B. Ghazali

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Objective: This study aimed to assess the knowledge of Indonesian dentists regarding the usage, safety practices, and regulatory frameworks for portable handheld dental X-ray devices.

Material and Methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted among dentists in Surabaya, Indonesia, between June and October 2024. A total of 1,770 dentists were invited to participate via an online questionnaire, with 184 completing the survey (10.4% response rate). The validated questionnaire assessed knowledge across 12 fields, each with subpoints. A Likert index percentage formula was used to quantify knowledge, and logistic regression analysis explored correlations between knowledge levels and professional characteristics.

Results: Dentists’ …

Effect Of Non-Surgical Periodontal Treatment On Fasting Blood Glucose In Type 2 Dm, Insiyah H. Akbar, Hasanuddin Thahir, A. Mardiana Adam, Sri Oktawati

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Background: Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolicdisease that is closely associated with periodontal disease, particularly chronic periodontitis. The bidirectionalrelationship between diabetes and periodontitis ischaracterized by increased blood glucose levels that canaggravate inflammation of periodontal tissues, whileperiodontal infection can worsen glycemic control. Purpose :to determine the effect of non-surgical periodontal treatmenton changes in fasting blood glucose levels in patients withtype 2 diabetes mellitus. Research Methods: using a pretest-posttest comparative clinical study design involving 31 patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus with chronicperiodontitis. Subjects underwent non-surgical periodontaltreatment in the form of scaling and root planing, withmeasurements of fasting blood glucose …

Achieving Success With Telescopic Dentures And Open Flap Debridement In Complex Dental Cases - A Multidisciplinary Case Report, Nurul Auliya, Eri H. Jubhari, Muhammad Ikbal, Irfan Dammar, Muhammad Haritza

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Abstract

Introduction: Complex dental cases, particularly those involving extensive tooth loss and periodontal issues, require a multidisciplinary approach for successful outcomes. Telescopic dentures and open flap debridement (OFD) are key techniques that, when integrated, offer distinct advantages. This case report highlights the effectiveness of combining telescopic dentures and OFD in managing complex dental conditions, focusing on their roles in providing stability, retention, and improving periodontal health.

Case Report: A 67-year-old male patient presented with the loss of all upper teeth, while the lower teeth remained with teeth 34, 35, and 44 showing degree 1 mobility, and teeth 31, 33, 41, …

Adipose Tissue Insulin Resistance: A Key Driver Of Metabolic Syndrome Pathogenesis, Atefeh Rabiee, Md A. Hossain, Ankita Poojari

Pacific Faculty Work

Metabolic syndrome (MetS), characterized by obesity, insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, and hypertension, is a growing global health concern. This review examines the relationship between adipose tissue insulin resistance (AT-IR) and MetS. Adipose tissue functions beyond energy storage as an endocrine organ that regulates metabolism through hormone and cytokine secretion. When adipose tissue becomes insulin resistant, it contributes to systemic metabolic dysfunction through impaired glucose uptake and dysregulated adipokine production. This creates a bidirectional relationship where AT-IR promotes MetS development, while MetS-associated inflammation further worsens adipose insulin sensitivity. Key mechanisms include inflammatory signaling, altered adipokine profile, and mitochondrial dysfunction. Understanding these interactions …

Serum Factors In Primary Podocytopathies, Edward J. Filippone, John L. Farber

Division of Nephrology Faculty Papers

Primary podocytopathies, including minimal change disease (MCD) and focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS), are caused by a circulating factor or factors injurious to the podocyte. An immunologic origin seems likely based on responsiveness to corticosteroids or other immunosuppressive agents, including calcineurin inhibitors targeting T-cells and rituximab targeting B-cells. Potential non-antibody-mediated circulating factors have been identified, including cardiotrophin-like cytokine 1, soluble urokinase plasminogen activator receptor, and angiopoietin-like 4, among others. More recent research supports a primary antibody pathogenesis, with anti-nephrin antibodies found in a significant percentage of cases. Such antibodies also predict recurrence after transplantation. Other potential antigenic targets besides nephrin include …

Public Transit And Walk Access To Non-Work Amenities In The United States—A Social Equity Perspective, Muhammad Asif Khan, Ranjit Godavarthy, Jeremy Mattson, Diomo Motuba

APC Fund Awardees

The primary goal of Transportation systems is to provide transportation accessibility to opportunities. Equitable access to essential destinations encompassing social, recreational, educational, and civic opportunities needs to be more consistent across different social groups. This study evaluates the disparities in social justice using social equity as a measure of transit access and walk access to non-work amenities. These non-work amenities include grocery stores, personal services, retail outlets, recreational venues, entertainment centers, and healthcare facilities in the U.S. Logistic regression models are developed using the 2017 National Community Livability Survey data. The results indicate regressive public transit access for socially disadvantaged …

102nd Annual Inspire Bible Lectureship Program (2025), Harding University

Lectureship Programs

This document contains the printed lectureship schedule.

Microtia, Peng You, Yi-Chun Liu, Caitlin Symonette

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

No abstract provided.

Plant-Based Extracts And Biocompatible Materials In Dental Tissue Regeneration: An Editorial Review, Muhammad Ikbal, H. Hasanuddin, Acing H. Mude, Erni Marlina, Muhammad Ruslin

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Background: This editorial review systematically examines the current issue of The Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science, highlighting the growing importance of biocompatible materials and plant-based extracts in dental regenerative therapies.

Method: Modulation of growth factors, including VEGF, FGF-2, and TGF-β, is crucial for improving tissue repair and regeneration in dental treatments. The studies reviewed show that combining plant extracts, such as galam leaf, with tricalcium silicate cement enhances growth factor expression and promotes angiogenesis, odontoblast differentiation, and fibroblast proliferation.

Results: Modulation of growth factors significantly accelerated tissue healing and regeneration. The integration of biocompatible materials and plant-based extracts has a significant …

Body Mass Index And Dental Caries Among Indonesian Adults: A Survey-Weighted Analysis Of Riskesdas 2018 In Banten Province, Helwiah Umniyati, Nazillah L. Khaer, Nurhanifah Hamdah, Mondastri K. Sudaryo

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Objective: This study aimed to determine the relationship between nutritional status and DMFT among adults in Banten using Riskesdas 2018 data. Material and Methods: The design of this study was cross-sectional, with a total sample of 1580 respondents aged 18-95 years. The relationship between BMI and DMFT was analyzed using Cox regression analysis, controlled for age, gender, educational level, work status, timing of tooth brushing, sweet food consumption, and diabetes mellitus status. Ethical permission was obtained from the YARSI University Research Institute, reference number No: 406/KEP-UY/BIA/XII/2021. Results: The mean DMFT was 8.3 (± 7.9). The prevalence of decay was 87.7%. …

Capacity Of Gum Arabic As Immunomodulator And Antibacterial Agent Against Oral Cavity Periodontopathogen In Diabetes Mellitus Rats With Periodontitis, Tantin Ermawati, Suhartini, Tecky Indriana, Zahreni Hamzah

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Objective: This study aims to determine the benefits of gum arabic as an immunomodulatory and antibacterial drug therapy in the oral cavity of diabetic mellitus rats.

Material and Methods: Male wistar rats induced by diabetes mellitus accompanied by periodontitis and Gum Arabic therapy.  This study was divided into 5 treatment groups, namely group I (control), group II (diabetes mellitus) and group III (diabetes mellitus and periodontitis with P. gingivalis injection), group IV (diabetes mellitus treated with gum arabic), group V (diabetes mellitus with periodontitis and treated with gum arabic). The parameters studied were TNF-α anti-inflammatory mediators and the number of …

The Evaluation Of Variants Within Eight Collagen Genes Col1a1, Col1a2, Col3a1, Col5a1, Col11a1, Col15a1, Col22a1, And Col27a1 And A Risk Of Non-Contact Knee Ligament Rupture In Elite Handball Players: A Case-Control Study, Katarzyna Krawczak-Wójcik, Andrzej Mastalerz, Aleksandra Bojarczuk, Monika Johne, Alison V. September, Aleksandra Garbacz, Katarzyna Komar, Ewelina Maculewicz

Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity

Introduction: Knee ligament ruptures are common injuries among athletes. While most previous studies examined single collagen gene polymorphisms, few have investigated haplotype-level associations across multiple genes, particularly in elite handball players. Materials and methods: This case-control study analyzed variants in eight collagen genes (COL1A1, COL1A2, COL3A1, COL5A1, COL11A1, COL15A1, COL22A1, and COL27A1) in 103 elite Polish handball players with non-contact knee ligament rupture and 226 matched controls. Results: The COL22A1 rs11784270 CC genotype was associated with an increased risk (OR = 2.88, p = 0.01), with the strongest effect in the …

Scaling Symmetry Of The Hodgkin-Huxley Mathematical Model, Vladimir Valerievich Galanin

Progress in Scale Modeling, an International Journal

A computational method based on the application of a scaling transformation to the Hodgkin-Huxley mathematical model of the biological neuron and its generalizations to the case of various neural systems is proposed. The method makes it possible: 1) to obtain invariants of the scaling transformation of the Hodgkin-Huxley model; 2) to find self-similarity regions corresponding to the modes of neural activity; 3) to determine the conditions for the similarity of models of various types of biological neurons; 4) to reduce the order of the system of differential equations of the Hodgkin-Huxley model for neural systems with synchronous activity. The capabilities …

Comparative Transcriptomics Reveals Novel And Differential Circular Rna Responses Underlying Interferon-Mediated Antiviral Regulation In Porcine Alveolar Macrophages, Jiuyi Li, Oluwaseun Adeyemi, Laura C. Miller, Yongming Sang

Food and Animal Sciences Faculty Research

Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS) causes significant economic losses in the swine industry. Circular RNAs (circRNAs), a class of stable non-coding RNAs, are increasingly recognized as regulators in immune responses and host–virus interactions. This study investigated the genome-wide circRNA responses in porcine alveolar macrophages (PAMs), key cell targets of PRRSV, following treatment with a modified live virus (MLV) vaccine or two interferon (IFN) subtypes (IFN-α1, IFN-ω5). Using RNA sequencing, we identified over 1000 differentially expressed circRNAs across treatment groups, revealing both conserved and distinct expression profiles. Gene Ontology and KEGG pathway analyses indicated that circRNA-associated genes are significantly enriched …

Proceedings Of The Ursinus Colloquium On Liberal Education: Liberal Arts On Offense, Stephanie Mackler, Allison E. Carey, Matt Kozusko, Mark Schneider

Ursinus Colloquium on Liberal Education

About • Liberal Arts on Offense: Introductory Remarks • Questions Posed to the Alumni Panel • Panel Remarks from Session One: Offensive Liberal Arts • List of Participants

State Of California Cannabis Reporting, University Of Mississippi – National Center For Cannabis Research And Education

California

No abstract provided.