Ai Vs. Licensed Psychologists: A Comparative Analysis Of Treatment Plan Quality For Treating Psychological Distress, Michael Edward Maloney

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

The study was conducted to investigate whether statistically significant differences exist in the quality of treatment plans developed by artificial intelligence (AI) platforms versus treatment plans generated by licensed psychologists, with a focus on intervention specificity and clinical appropriateness. Given the rapid proliferation of digital mental health technologies and the persistent shortage of licensed mental health professionals, empirical evaluation of AI-driven clinical tools has become a critical area of inquiry. Grounded in dual process theory (DPT), which conceptualizes decision making as the product of both intuitive and analytical cognitive systems, the study employed a quantitative, between-groups design. Sixty-six licensed psychologists …

Pharmacogenetic Testing In Mood Disorders: A Narrative Review Of Clinical Efficacy And Real-World Utility, William M. Spence

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Objective:

Pharmacogenetic-guided treatment is a recent innovation which attempts to improve the variability in individual response to pharmacological treatment. In patients with MDD, pharmacogenetic-guided treatment was evaluated for improvements in remission, symptom reduction, and drug side effect rates compared to the standard of care.

Methods:

A structured literature search was conducted using Google Scholar and Research Rabbit. Studies published within the past 10 years evaluating pharmacogenetic-guided treatment in major depressive disorder and reporting remission, symptom improvement, or adverse effects were included. Eligible studies were qualitatively synthesized to assess the clinical utility of pharmacogenetic-guided antidepressant treatment.

Results:

Three randomized controlled trials …

The Influence Of Prenatal Exercise On Pregnancy Outcomes, Nadhia M. Manthuruthil

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Objective: To evaluate the effects of prenatal exercise among pregnant individuals on pregnancy complications and to determine whether exercise modality influences pregnancy outcomes.

Methods: A narrative literature review was conducted using Research Rabbit and PubMed to identify studies examining exercise during pregnancy and associated maternal and fetal outcomes. Eligible studies included English-language, full-text, peer-reviewed articles and systematic reviews published after 2020 involving healthy pregnant patients, with pregnancy outcomes as the primary outcome measure. Studies without measurable outcomes or involving pre-existing comorbidities were excluded.

Results: Prenatal exercise was consistently found to be safe and associated with improved maternal outcomes. Four studies …

Oxybenzone In Sunscreen: Examining Human Health Implications, Madelyn Landsteiner

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Objective: The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the current evidence regarding the human health effects associated with exposure to oxybenzone (benzophenone-3) containing sunscreen in individuals using sunscreen products. This review examined outcomes, including systemic absorption, endocrine function, and reproductive health, while considering established benefits of sunscreen for skin cancer prevention.

Methods: A comprehensive literature review was conducted using peer-reviewed publications identified through PubMed, Google Scholar, and the Valparaiso University library database. Selected studies included systematic reviews, meta-analyses, pharmacokinetic studies, observational studies, and toxicological research. Literature evaluating systemic absorption, endocrine disruption, reproductive health effects, biomonitoring data, and regulatory safety …

Neurokinin-3 Receptor Antagonists: A Non-Hormone Alternative For Vasomotor Symptoms Of Menopause, Trisha Elizabeth Abu

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Objective: The purpose of this paper is to determine whether the class of Neurokinin -3 Receptor Antagonists (NK3) are efficacious in managing vasomotor symptoms in women who have contraindications to the gold standard treatment of hormone therapy. This research specifically includes menopausal or perimenopausal women experiencing vasomotor symptoms and compares NK-3 Antagonists to placebo, non-HRT medications, and HRT. The primary endpoints of the research include impact on VMS frequency and severity.

Methods: A narrative literature review was conducted using Google Scholar, PubMed, and EBSCO to identify studies evaluating NK-3 antagonists as nonhormonal treatments for menopausal vasomotor symptoms. Studies involving peri- …

Food For Thought: Evaluating The Mind Diet’S Impact On Cognitive Decline, Alayna Pleckham

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Objective: 

This paper aims to analyze current research and outcomes of the MIND diet on preventing and slowing neurocognitive decline in adults with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. A literature review was conducted to evaluate the correlation between the MIND diet and slowed neurodegenerative disease through structural change, transcriptomics, biomarkers, and cognitive function testing.

Methods:

A narrative literature review was conducted using Google Scholar, PubMed, and JAMA to identify studies published between 2020 and 2025 examining the MIND diet and cognitive outcomes in adults with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Studies using validated cognitive assessments and comparison groups were included, while studies …

The Therapeutic Effects Of Bee Venom And Its Implication For Future Practice, Anna Speckhard

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Objective: Bee venom acupuncture (BVA) has been used in Asia for its anti-inflammatory effects for hundreds of years, and recently it has proposed anti-cancer effects. The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer effects of bee venom to determine its use in future medical practice.

Methods: A literature search was conducted using the databases PubMed and Google Scholar with search terms including bee venom therapy, BVA, pain, cancer, and melittin. Inclusion criteria were studies investigating bee venom in the context of pain or cancer. Exclusion criteria were studies with no evaluation of bee venom and endpoints …

From Movement To Metabolism: The Role Of Exercise In Pcos, Dalilah J. Garcia-Rojas

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of aerobic exercise compared with resistance training in improving metabolic and reproductive outcomes in adult women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Primary outcomes included body mass index (BMI), insulin resistance, and menstrual regularity.

Method: A structured literature search was conducted using PubMed, the National Institutes of Health database, and ScienceDirect. Studies published from 2020 onward involving adult women diagnosed with PCOS were included. Adolescent populations or studies published before 2020 were excluded. Five studies met inclusion criteria, consisting of three systematic reviews with meta-analyses, one randomized controlled trial, and one retrospective secondary analysis.

Results: Both …

Broadening The Integration Of Regional Citrate Anticoagulation In Icu Patients On Crrt, Joshua R. Sylvester

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Objective: To evaluate whether alternative approaches to regional citrate anticoagulation implementation may be more broadly integrated into continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) for critically ill intensive care unit patients compared to systemic heparin or no anticoagulation by assessing mortality, filter lifespan, electrolyte and metabolic complications, and monitoring intensity.

Methods: A narrative literature review was performed including studies from PubMed, Google Scholar, and the National Center for Biotechnology Information. Studies were included if they involved adults in the intensive care unit (ICU), patients undergoing CRRT or continuous venovenous hemofiltration (CVVHF), and evaluated anticoagulation strategies such as RCA, unfractionated heparin, or no …

“Beyond Weight Loss: Evaluating The Anti-Inflammatory Potential Of Glp-1 Receptor Agonists In Hidradenitis Suppurativa”, Lindsey Roos

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Objective: The purpose of this narrative literature review was to evaluate the role of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) as adjunctive therapy in adults with moderate-to-severe Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). The clinical question explored whether GLP-1 RAs improve disease severity, flare frequency, quality of life, and metabolic outcomes in patients with obesity or metabolic dysfunction.

Methods: A literature review was conducted using Google Scholar, PubMed Central, Christopher Center Library, NIH resources, Research Rabbit, and JAMA Dermatology. Studies published from 2019 to 2025 were reviewed. Inclusion criteria included adults with clinically confirmed moderate-to-severe HS (Hurley stage II–III), measurable baseline disease severity, …

Epidural Analgesia And Postpartum Depression: Is There An Association?, Hannah E. Schoner

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Postpartum depression (PPD) affects 1 in 8 women with only 50% diagnosed by a medical professional. Epidural analgesia use during the intrapartum period has been found to have a possible effect on decreasing the risk of PPD. This paper aims to answer the question of if epidural use has a negative association with PPD. A narrative literature review was conducted to evaluate the association between epidural analgesia and PPD. A comprehensive search of Google Scholar and UpToDate was performed using relevant keywords with studies included if they compared PPD outcomes in antepartum women undergoing normal spontaneous vaginal delivery with and …

Cognitive Impairment In Heart Failure: Implications For Clinical Practice And Patient Care, Shiya Kamra

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Objective: The purpose of this literature review was to evaluate whether adults with heart failure, compared with adults without heart failure, have an increased risk of cognitive impairment and dementia.

Methods: A narrative literature review used Google Scholar to identify studies evaluating cognitive outcomes in adults with congestive heart failure. Inclusion criteria: English-language full-text articles published since 2020, with one 2018 longitudinal study also selected due to its strong methodology. Studies involving pediatric populations or lacking cognitive outcomes were excluded. Five studies met the inclusion criteria.

Results: The review included three systematic reviews/meta-analyses, one cross-sectional study, and one longitudinal cohort …

Artificial Intelligence Meets The Dermatologist Eye: A New Approach To Melanoma Detection, Sandra Marinceski

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Abstract

Objective: Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer, and early detection significantly improves survival. The purpose of this literature review was to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted dermoscopy compared with clinician assessment for melanoma detection among adults with suspicious pigmented skin lesions. Biopsy-confirmed diagnosis served as the reference standard.

Methods: A comprehensive literature search was conducted using PubMed, EBSCO, Research Rabbit, and Google Scholar. Studies published from 2020 to 2025 involving adults with suspicious pigmented skin lesions were included if they compared AI-assisted dermoscopic analysis with clinician interpretation using biopsy-confirmed diagnosis and reported sensitivity and …

Evaluating Academic Outcomes In Healthcare Students: Hybrid Learning Compared To Traditional Instruction, Amanda Willy

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Objective

The goal of this study was to evaluate academic performance of students in professional healthcare programs utilizing hybrid learning compared to traditional in-person instruction.

Methods

A narrative literature review using Google Scholar was conducted to identify relevant studies. Inclusion criteria consisted of publication since 2019, English full text, and a focus on students in healthcare education programs participating in hybrid or distance learning models. The primary outcomes were measures of academic performance including test scores and board examination pass rates.

Results

Data regarding board pass rates were significantly limited by a lack of statistical analysis. Raw data on hybrid …

Navigating Topical & Biologic Therapies In Pediatric Patients With Lamellar Ichthyosis, Eileen E. Uthuppan

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

Objective:

The purpose of this literature review was to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of topical retinoid and biological therapies for pediatric patients with Lamellar Ichthyosis. These therapies were compared with standard keratolytic and emollient treatments in improving scaling severity, dryness, pain, pruritus, quality of life, while minimizing infection rates and adverse effects.

Methods:

A narrative literature review was completed using PubMed, EBSCO, Google Scholar, and Research Rabbit Al. Studies in English, within five years, were included if they evaluated pediatric patients with autosomal recessive congenital ichthyosis and had full-text availability. Studies involving adults, non-hereditary ichthyosis, or patients with comorbidities …

Nasal Spray Vs Needle: Rethinking Epinephrine Delivery In Anaphylaxis, Kylie L. Holland

Summer Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

The objective of this research is to determine whether intranasal epinephrine is as effective as intramuscular epinephrine for treating anaphylaxis by comparing pharmacokinetic, pharmacodynamic, and safety outcomes in adult and pediatric populations. A literature review was conducted using PubMed and Google Scholar, including randomized crossover trials, phase 1 clinical studies, and a narrative review comparing intranasal and intramuscular epinephrine. These studies evaluated pharmacokinetic outcomes, including maximum plasma concentration (Cmax), time to maximum concentration (Tmax), and area under the curve (AUC), as well as pharmacodynamic outcomes such as changes in systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure, and heart rate. Most studies …

Upright: Zheng 正 And The Semantics Of Political Legitimacy, Kaz Wegmuller

Open Educational Resources

This article examines the semantic structure of the left-right political binary in contemporary Anglophone discourse. It argues that the fusion of “right” as directional orientation with “right” as moral correctness produces a form of semantic over-determination that complicates the articulation of democratic legitimacy in periods of political crisis. The claim is not that directional metaphors determine political outcomes, but that they furnish a discursive resource that can be mobilized in struggles over authority, order, and rectitude. To illuminate the contingency of this fusion, the article turns to the East Asian concept of zheng 正 (uprightness), whose semantic independence from handedness …

Reengineering A Thermostable Keratinase Past The Boiling Point., Francis Jenney

PCOM Scholarly Works

Millions of tons of keratin-rich waste are disposed of annually, which could be revalorized, mitigating greenhouse emissions and pollution. Microbial keratinases offer tools for keratin waste valorization, yet they lack robustness for industrial use. In an Applied and Environmental Microbiology article, Y. Yang, Y. Luo, Y. Ding, Y. Yao, et al. (92:e01860-25, 2025, https://doi.org/10.1128/aem.01860-25) integrated machine learning, rational design, and empirical screening to produce boiling-resistant variants that were reusable and highly effective at keratin degradation, demonstrating the promise of deep-learning-guided enzyme engineering.

Bridging The Gap: Using A Regional Pediatric Intensive To Improve Rural Nursing Students’ Self-Efficacy, Hannah J. Sasser, Will Brewer

Theses

Abstract

Introduction: Valuable clinical learning opportunities is essential, yet often an unmet goal in nursing education, especially within rural associate degree nursing (ADN) programs, where access to high-acuity and diverse clinical experiences is limited.

Background: Nursing students in geographically isolated areas face limited access to specialty clinicals, including pediatrics, creating inadequacies in clinical learning and preparedness (Institute of Pediatric Nursing, 2021).

Purpose: The purpose of this project was to evaluate the effect of a two-day pediatric intensive, incorporating simulation scenarios and micro-learning activities, on the self-efficacy and satisfaction with learning of students in a rural ADN program. …

Stakeholder Perceptions Of Artificial Intelligence In The Indonesian Film Industry, Louisa Christine Hartanto, Patrisia Amanda Pascarina, Cosmas Gatot Haryono

JURNAL KOMUNIKASI INDONESIA

This study explores how stakeholders in the Indonesian film industry perceive the emergence and use of artificial intelligence (AI). Framed by Roger's Diffusion of Innovation theory, this study explores how artificial intelligence (AI) is positioned as an emergent technological innovation, spreading via communication channels across the film industry's social ecosystem. This approach illuminates how distinct categories of adopters collectively construct the meaning of AI and shape their varied responses to its encroachment on creative labour. Employing a qualitative descriptive approach, the study draws on data from two Focus Group Discussions involving directors, actors, government experts, academics, emerging filmmakers, students, and …

Developing The “Cicare Rainbow Communication” Microlearning System For Lgbtq+ Nursing Education, Mei-Chen Su, Pei-Yun Tseng

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Background: A critical gap persists in global nursing education concerning practical training for communication with gender-diverse individuals. Insufficient preparation contributes to discomfort and miscommunication in clinical interactions, compromising culturally safe and equitable patient care. Addressing this gap requires innovative, evidence-based, and inclusive educational solutions.

Objectives: This study describes the systematic development and initial validation of the CICARE Rainbow Communication system—a digital microlearning intervention designed to enhance nursing students’ competence in communicating with gender-diverse patients.

Design: A multi-phase developmental research design was adopted, encompassing a qualitative needs analysis, system design and development, and expert content validation.

Methods: An initial qualitative study …

Cafeteria Menu Makeover Could Reduce Students' Sugar, Salt Intake, Clara Turnage

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – Pizza, pastries and parfaits are staples in many school cafeterias. But new research from the University of Mississippi and the University of Southern Mississippi suggests some of students' favorite meals may contain more sodium and sugar than schools will be allowed to serve under updated federal nutrition standards.

Exploring Caregiving Choice In The Adult Cancer Population, Jennifer L. Huggins

MUSC Theses and Dissertations

ABSTRACT Purpose Although extensive research examines family caregivers (FCs) across populations, less attention has been paid to how lack of choice in assuming the role affects quality of life (QOL) among FCs of adults with cancer. Understanding choice could guide interventions protecting this invaluable, often invisible workforce. Aims (1) Synthesize what is known about perceived choice among informal caregivers of adults with serious illness; (2) assess relationships between caregiving choice and caregiver QOL, burden, sleep, depression, stress, and social determinants of health; (3) describe experiences of FCs of adults with cancer providing care with no, little, or some choice. Design …

Re: Response To Comment Letter (Dated June 11, 2026) For The Butte Priority Soils Operable Unit (Bpsou) Draft 2025 Butte Reclamation Evaluation System (Bres) Corrective Action Plans For Reclaimed Sites (Dated January 30, 2026), Brandon Warner

Silver Bow Creek/Butte Area Superfund Site

No abstract provided.

A Retrospective Analysis Of Structured And Semi-Structured Training Program Design For Law Enforcement Recruits, Ian Bonder

Doctorate in Kinesiology

Law enforcement recruits typically complete law enforcement agency (LEA) academy training before assuming sworn-in duty. Tactical strength and conditioning facilitators (TSAC-F) may need to modify program design based on their unique circumstances. The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of different training program designs in five state-mandated tests (vertical jump [VJ], 1-minute sit-ups and push-ups, 300-meter [300m] sprint, and 2.4-kilometer [2.4km] run) among LEA recruits at a Midwest LEA training academy. De-identified data for 26 LEA recruits (Periodized/Structured Group [PSG; n = 7]) and (Semi-structured Group [SSG; n = 19]) were retrospectively analyzed. Repeated measures ANOVA assessed …

Predicting The Unpredictable: Nursing Innovation For Early Identification Of Violence Risk, Heather Lynn Watson, Carol B. Thompson, Jihane Frangieh, Medeleine Whalen

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Background: Workplace violence (WPV), including verbal threats and physical assaults, toward healthcare professionals is an escalating threat to workforce safety, well-being, and retention. Although structured tools exist to assess aggression risk, most have been developed for psychiatric or emergency settings, and evidence supporting their validity or consistent use in general inpatient care remains limited. The Violence Risk Assessment (ViRA) is a proactive, nurse-administered, electronic health record (EHR) embedded tool designed to detect early behavioral and historical precursors of verbal or physical violence.

Purpose: To evaluate the reliability, internal consistency, and predictive validity of the 9-item ViRA across diverse inpatient and …

Innovations In Educational Leadership To Improve Nursing Student Attendance And Engagement, Ritin Santiago Fernandez, Eleni Kata

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Background: Nurse education is adapting to an evolving healthcare landscape marked by technological advances, resource constraints, and shifting patient demographics (1) Absenteeism among nursing students in classroom and clinical settings poses significant challenges to academic performance, clinical competency, and program completion (2,3). Effective leadership and advances in education are essential to identify underlying causes and implement strategies that foster students’ engagement to improve their learning outcomes thus preparing a competent healthcare workforce (4).

Aim: This scoping review aimed to map the literature on absenteeism among undergraduate nursing students, highlighting leadership and advances in education. Objectives included: (a) identifying factors contributing …

Neural-Immune-Cardiovascular Axis: From Mechanistic Crosstalk To Therapeutic Targets In Cardiovascular Disease, Junkang Cheng, Shuang Gao, Haowei Zhang, Wei Gao, Zeyuan Mei, Xiaoling Liu, Jocelyn Gao, Chenghu Guo, Guipeng An

Student Papers, Posters & Projects

The neural-immune-cardiovascular axis represents an emerging and highly integrated physiological and pathophysiological concept, describing a complex bidirectional communication network between the nervous, immune, and vascular systems. This review systematically examines the pivotal role of this axis in maintaining cardiovascular homeostasis and in the pathogenesis of cardiovascular diseases. We first provide an overview of the fundamental signaling pathways between the components of this axis. Subsequently, we delve into the specific crosstalk mechanisms within the axis in the context of major cardiovascular conditions, including atherosclerosis, hypertension, and heart failure. A central focus is placed on critically evaluating the potential therapeutic targets and …

Cervical Cancer Screening Coverage And Associated Factors Among Women Aged 25-59 In Eswatini: Insights From The 2021 Population-Based Hiv Impact Assessment (Phia), Abenezer Melaku Tafese, Bikiltu Dirbaba, Meseker Fentie, Charnita Zeigler-Johnson

College of Population Health Faculty Papers

BACKGROUND: Cervical cancer is the most common cancer and the leading cause of cancer mortality among women in Eswatini, which reported the highest cervical cancer incidence and mortality rates globally in 2022. However, recent nationally representative published data on cervical cancer screening coverage in Eswatini remain limited. This study aimed to estimate cervical cancer screening coverage and identify factors associated with screening uptake among women aged 25-59 years in Eswatini.

METHOD: Data were drawn from the 2021 Eswatini Population-based HIV Impact Assessment (PHIA), a nationally representative cross-sectional household survey. Survey-weighted bivariable and multivariable logistic regression analyses were conducted to identify …

Metropolitan Public School Counselors’ Perceptions On Implementing The Ohio K–3 Social And Emotional Learning Standards, Sharon Johnson

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

In 2019, the Ohio Department of Education adopted K–12 Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) standards to support students’ emotional, behavioral, and academic development; however, the problem is that implementation remains optional across districts, resulting in variability in school counselors’ access and consistency. Although SEL implementation has been examined in educational settings, there is a gap due to a lack of available research that have explored metropolitan K-3 public school counselors’ lived experiences implementing the Ohio K-3 SEL standards. The purpose of this transcendental phenomenological study was to explore metropolitan K-3 public school counselors lived experiences implementing the Ohio K-3 SEL …