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Career Spotlight: Shannon Straughan, Esq., Shannon Straughan

Florida Entertainment and Sports Law Review

An interview with Shannon Straughan. She is an accomplished attorney specializing in intellectual property law, commercial contracts, and brand protection. With a deep passion for sports and wellness, Shannon leverages years of legal expertise to empower content creators, athletes, and businesses to achieve sustainable growth and protect their assets in a competitive landscape. Shannon offers comprehensive outside general counsel services tailored to content creators, athletes, and businesses seeking proactive legal support. She provides strategic advice to help clients navigate the complexities of their industries. Whether drafting agreements, resolving disputes, or guiding brand development, she delivers personalized solutions that empower clients …

Irish Environmental Humanities, Emily Reiff

James Joyce Literary Supplement

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Joyce, Emotion, And Belonging, Jason Parks

James Joyce Literary Supplement

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Cultural Revitalization, Livi Lyman

Redwood Roots Digital Magazine

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Jamilla Hashem: From Student To Activist And Everything In Between, Noelle Doblado

Redwood Roots Digital Magazine

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Research Over Regulation: What Must Be Done To Mandate Warning Labels On Social Media, John L. Markel

Journal of Technology Law & Policy

Recently, outcry for social media regulation has risen after leaks, whistleblowers, and new research suggest that youth social media use has negative impacts on mental health. These claimed negative impacts can range from a variety of symptoms and diagnoses such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, body image issues, envy, sleep loss, addiction, and even ADHD. Of course, technology companies adamantly deny such accusations and instead point to the benefits social media has for the youth and our society overall. Additionally, they make clear that this research is far from conclusive. This situation is simply a modernization of the previous situation …

The Role Of Antitrust And Pole-Attachment Oversight In Tva Broadband Deployment, Ben Sperry, Geoffrey A. Manne, Kristian Stout

Journal of Technology Law & Policy

As part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), signed by President Joe Biden in November 2021, Congress provided $42.5 billion for broadband deployment, mapping, and adoption projects through the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program, with the stated goal of directing the funds to close the so-called “digital divide.” But actions by pole owners—such as refusing to allow broadband companies to attach their lines on reasonable and nondiscriminatory terms—threaten to slow broadband deployment significantly.

Section 224 of the Communications Act exempts municipal and electric-cooperative (co-op) pole owners, such as the LPCs, from oversight by the Federal Communications …

Through The Ai-Looking Glass And What Consumers Find There, Ashley Krenelka Chase, Sam Harden

Journal of Technology Law & Policy

While a lack of internet regulation is the norm in the United States, generative artificial intelligence (AI) presents a series of new challenges, particularly in the legal field. Those who are trained in the law know to check their sources, whether they come from case law or a generative AI tool like ChatGPT, but the average consumer is not so discerning. When that average consumer is in the midst of dealing with legal issues and has to navigate those issues without a lawyer, he or she is less likely to sit back and evaluate the information they’re being given, particularly …

Yiqi Yangyin Tongluo Prescription Targets Lncrna Vim-As1 To Regulate Foxk2/Mtor To Promote Autophagy And Inhibit Renal Tubular Epithelial Cell Apoptosis, Rucui Yu, Ruiying Wu, Tingting Chen, Jingwei Xu

Journal of Food and Drug Analysis

Diabetic nephropathy (DN) is one dominating reason for death in diabetic patients, and its incidence is high. It has been reported that Yiqi Yangyin Tongluo prescription (YYTP) can relieve inflammation, and it owns better clinical effects in the treatment of DN. However, the molecular mechanisms of YYTP in the treatment of DN still keep unclear, and deeply investigations are needed. In this study, it firstly was manifested that YYTP can repress the lncRNA VIM-antisense 1 (VIM-AS1) expression in high glucose (HG)-evoked HK-2 cells. Overexpression of VIM-AS1 roll-backed the inhibitive impacts of YYTP on cell apoptosis in HG-triggered HK-2 cells. Additionally, …

Evaluating The Cost-Effectiveness Of Atezolizumab-Bevacizumab In Advanced Hepatocellular Carcinoma: Insights From Taiwan, Tsung-Wei Chang, Wei-Chiao Chang, Wan-Hsuan Chou, Wei-Pin Chang, Chun-Nan Kuo

Journal of Food and Drug Analysis

Following the observed significant improvements in overall survival and progression-free survival in clinical trials, the combination of atezolizumab and bevacizumab has been recommended as a first-line therapy for patients with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma. Despite its clinical benefits, the high cost associated with this treatment poses a substantial challenge in routine practice in Taiwan. This study aims to assess the cost-effectiveness of atezolizumab plus bevacizumab in comparison to sorafenib monotherapy. This study utilized partitioned survival analysis and extrapolated survival over a 20-year horizon to conduct a cost-effectiveness analysis from the perspective of the National Health Insurance Administration. Efficacy and utility data …

Ping-Chong-Jiang-Ni Formula Effectively Inhibits Migration And Invasion Of Endometriosis 12z Cell Line Via Trip13, Jiahua Peng, Shuzhen Liu, Yunxiang Xie, Min Xiao, Chichiu Wang, Ruining Liang

Journal of Food and Drug Analysis

The Ping-Chong-Jiang-Ni Formula (PCJNF), a compound of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), has demonstrated remarkable clinical effectiveness and is widely utilized in the treatment of endometriosis (EMs). Previous studies have shown that PCJNF inhibits the proliferation and induces the apoptosis of ectopic endometrial stromal cells (EESCs) by modulating the JNK signaling pathway. In our most recent study, published in January 2024, we found that PCJNF effectively alleviates EMs-associated pain by reducing inflammatory mediators, including tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) and nerve growth factor (NGF). Furthermore, PCJNF down-

regulates the expression of transient receptor potential vanilloid 1 (TRPV1), phosphorylated TRPV1 (p-TRPV1), and protein …

In Vitro Metabolic Profiling Of Methylenedioxy-Substituted Synthetic Cathinones For Enhanced Detection In Urine Sample Analysis, Ya-Ling Yeh, Chin-Lin Hsieh, Yi-Jia Huang, Yu-Hsiang Chang, Sheng-Meng Wang

Journal of Food and Drug Analysis

Synthetic cathinones are a widely abused class of new psychoactive substances that pose significant challenges in forensic toxicology owing to their complex metabolic pathways and lack of verified reference standards. This study investigated the in vitro metabolism of nine methylenedioxy-substituted synthetic cathinones, including methylone and eight structural isomers, which were categorized into three groups: Group 1 (dimethylone, ethylone, and butylone), Group 2 (dibutylone, pentylone, and eutylone), and Group 3 (N-ethylpentylone and dipentylone). Pooled human liver microsomes, cytosol, and uridine diphosphate glucuronic acid were used to identify phase Ⅰ and Ⅱ metabolites by liquid chromatography–quadrupole time-of-flight mass spectrometry. Key pathways included …

Integrating Network Analysis And Experimental Validation To Reveal The Ferroptosis-Associated Mechanism Of Velvet Antler In The Treatment Of Chronic Atrophic Gastritis, Quan Liao, Zhenzhen Guo, Chenchun Ding, Renjie Zuo, Guoyan Liu

Journal of Food and Drug Analysis

Chronic atrophic gastritis (CAG) is precancerosis with limited treatment options. This study investigated the therapeutic effects of velvet antler (VA), a traditional natural medicine, on CAG, with a focus on ferroptosis. In vivo experiments demonstrated the efficacy of VA in alleviating CAG, and network pharmacology analysis revealed its involvement in related terms, including inflammation, oxidative stress, and cell proliferation. Analyses further confirmed the modulation of ferroptosis by VA, particularly via the Keap1-Nrf2/HO-1/GPX4 pathway. In vitro assays supported these findings, demonstrating the ability of VA to reduce methylnitronitrosoguanidine-induced inflammation, oxidative stress, and ferroptosis in GES-1. This study provides a basis for …

Jiao San Xian Granule Containing Prebiotic Alleviate Functional Dyspepsia By Regulating Intestinal Flora And The Secretion Of Inflammatory Response, Huimin Pei, Mengyuan Zhao, Hongyue Wang, Xindi Zhang, Caihong Shi, Xiangrong Zhang

Journal of Food and Drug Analysis

Jiao Sanxian (JSX) consists of three traditional Chinese medicine including charred hawthorn, malt and Liu Shen Qu, they are also from Chinese medicine homologous food. It is commonly used to relieve functional dyspepsia (FD). The present study aims to explore the mechanism of JSX (granule), with the addition of prebiotics for the treatment of FD using mice model. The network pharmacology and molecular docking were used to forecast therapeutic targets for JSX. Based on the protein-protein interaction (PPI) results, thirteen targets exhibited strong interactions with each other. The results of network pharmacology and molecular docking revealed therapeutic activity of JSX …

Regulatory Framework And Challenges For Live Biotherapeutic Products In Taiwan, Shirley Pan, Jia-Chuan Hsu, Kuo-Teng Hung, Ching-Jung Ho

Journal of Food and Drug Analysis

Products containing live microorganisms may be classified as food or drugs depending on their intended use; live biotherapeutic products (LBPs) with therapeutic claims are defined as medicinal products containing live bacteria or yeasts intended to prevent or treat disease. Based on their characteristics, LBPs are classified as biological drugs and must be registered as biological drugs before they can enter the Taiwanese market. As research into the microbiota and its role in health and disease continues to advance, LBPs are expected to play an increasingly important role in medicine and biotechnology. With the growing popularity of microbial applications in recent …

Aspergillosis: A Comprehensive Review Of Pathogenesis, Drug Resistance, And Emerging Therapeutics, Amanpreet Singh, Jeewanjot Singh, Sandeep Kumar

Journal of Food and Drug Analysis

Aspergillosis stands as a primary opportunistic fungal infection which mainly results from Aspergillus fumigatus events that have gained more importance because of its multiple infection patterns and developing antifungal resistance. Healthcare providers identify two main ends of the aspergillosis spectrum which include allergic responses and invasive systemic infections that affect mainly immunocompromised subjects. This review presents a detailed summary for understanding the epidemiology of aspergillosis along with its risk factors as well as pathogenesis and host immune response and diagnostic difficulties. The analysis puts significant weight on increasing azole and echinocandin resistance that has become worse because of agricultural and …

Psychometric Evaluation Of The Thai Version Of Emotional Labor Scale (T-Els) In Thai Nurses, Vachira Posai, Wisarut Srisintorn, Paramee Thongsuksai, Chanokporn Jitpanya

Journal of Health Research

Background: Nurses often face emotional strain due to emotional labor (EL), which involves concealing or modifying genuine feelings to meet their job requirements. This response can lead to physical, psychological, and behavioral issues. The Emotional Labor Scale (ELS), originally in English, has not been translated into Thai, leaving its psychometric properties unexamined in the Thai context. This study aimed to translate the ELS into Thai and evaluate its psychometric properties among Thai nurses.

Methods: A cross-sectional study design was used. The 14-item scale, which includes surface acting, deep acting, and expression of naturally felt emotions dimensions, was translated using forward …

Predictive Model For Hemoglobin Levels Using Multiple Linear Regression, Dien Gusta Anggraini Nursal, Muhammad Daffa Atthariq Winata, Nohan Arum Romadlona, Noura Rizki, Sabillah Nasitoh, Muhammad Sakhi Baretta

Journal of Health Research

Background: Anemia is a condition in which the number of red blood cells or hemoglobin (Hb) levels fall below normal, limiting the ability of blood to transport oxygen effectively. This study aimed to develop a predictive model for Hb levels by identifying significant risk factors.

Method: This observational analytic study was conducted among 103 randomly selected students of Bung Hatta University in Padang, Indonesia. Data were collected with a questionnaire and a hemoglobin test between April to May 2024. Pearson’s correlation analysis and multiple linear regression were performed in this study.

Results: Bivariate analysis showed significant correlations between Hb levels …

The Prevalence And Prediction Of Uncontrolled Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus In The Lower South Of Thailand, Akemat Wongpairin, Apiradee Lim, Haris Khurram

Journal of Health Research

Background: Type 2 diabetes (T2DM) is a major health issue globally, particularly in middle-income countries. This study assessed the prevalence and factors linked to uncontrolled T2DM and proposed a machine learning model for early prediction in southern Thailand.

Methods: Data from 60,903 T2DM patients (2016–2023) were obtained from Thailand's National Health Data Center. Multiple logistic regression identified associated factors, and machine learning models were compared for prediction.

Results: Uncontrolled T2DM prevalence was 53.5%, highest among patients ≤44 years (69.5%) and in Pattani (61.6%), Satun (58.1%), and Narathiwat (56.7%). Risk factors included being female, younger age, early or long disease duration, …

Predicting Hospitalisation In Older Patients Attended In The Emergency Department Using Classical And Artificial Intelligence Mathematical Strategies, Nere Larrea Aguirre, Susana García Gutiérrez, Oscar Miro, Javier Jacob, Pere Llorens, Guillermo Burillo-Putze, Cesáreo Fernández, Aitor Alquezar-Arbé, Sira Aguiló, Francisco Javier Montero Pérez, José J. Noceda Bermejo, María Teresa Maza Vera, Ángel García García, Patxi Ezponda, Juan González Del Castillo

Journal of Health Research

Background: The ageing population poses a significant challenge for health and social care systems. Emergency Departments (EDs) frequently experience overcrowding due to the high volume of patients and the limited availability of hospital beds. From the perspective of bed management planners, knowing the likelihood of a patient's admission at the earliest stage of care can be highly beneficial for effective resource planning. The goal of our study was to develop a prediction model to identify patients with a high probability of being admitted to the hospital.

Methods: We included all patients aged 65 or older who were treated over …

Factors Predicting Health-Related Quality Of Life Among People With Epilepsy, Thanin Rounratana, Noppawan Phinitkhajorndech, Nipaporn Butsing

Journal of Health Research

Background: Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disease that has a significant influence on individuals' daily activities and health-related quality of life (HRQoL). The HRQoL among people with epilepsy varies depending on several factors. This study aimed to investigate the HRQoL of people with epilepsy and its predicting factors.

Methods: A convenience sampling method was applied to enroll 157 participants with epilepsy who were treated with medication at a tertiary hospital in Bangkok, Thailand, from August 2023 to January 2024. The questionnaires included general characteristics, comorbidities, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) short form, the Pittsburgh …

Relationships Between Perceptions And Breastfeeding Preparation Behaviors Among Mothers Of Preterm Infants Received Donor Human Milk, Roykrong Kheawlamyong, Jiraporn Punyoo, Tipawan Daramas

Journal of Health Research

Background: Donor human milk (DHM) is a vital nutritional alternative for preterm infants when mothers experience insufficient milk supply during the early postpartum period. However, supporting mothers in producing their own milk remains essential, as it provides specific immunological nutrients for infant health. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between perception factors within the Health Belief Model (HBM) and breastfeeding preparation behaviors among mothers of preterm infants receiving DHM.

Methods: A descriptive correlational study was employed to examine the relationship between perception factors—including perceived susceptibility to and severity of illness, perceived benefits, perceived barriers, and perceived self-efficacy—and breastfeeding preparation …

Individual- And Contextual-Level Factors: A Multilevel Analysis Of Colorectal Cancer Risk In Thai Older Adults, Jiranya Bureemas, Jarin Chindaprasirt, Pongdech Sarakarn

Journal of Health Research

Background: Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a growing public health concern, especially among older adults. In Thailand, CRC risk is influenced by individual and environmental factors. This study investigates the association between individual- and contextual-level factors and CRC risk in Thai older adults.

Methods: A retrospective cohort study included 11,167 adults aged ≥60 years from the Khon Kaen Cohort Study (1990–2001), followed through 2020. CRC cases were histologically confirmed. Multilevel Cox regression estimated hazard ratios (HRs) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs).

Results: Over a median follow-up of 21.7 years, 100 CRC cases were identified. At the individual level, unemployment (HR = …

Renal Function Associated With Mortality Among Patients With Leptospirosis In Upper Southern Thailand: A Hospital-Based Case-Control Study, Lamoon Saengsuwan, Somkiattiyos Woradet, Bhunyabhadh Chaimay

Journal of Health Research

Background: Leptospirosis is a major public health issue in tropical regions. This study investigated the association between renal function and mortality among leptospirosis patients in upper southern Thailand.

Methods: A hospital-based case-control study was conducted on leptospirosis patients from 2012 to 2018. Cases were patients who died, while controls were survivors (1:3 ratio). A total of 42 cases and 126 controls were included. Data were sourced from the Office of Disease Prevention and Control 11, Nakhon Sri Thammarat, and medical records. Key renal function indicators included blood urea nitrogen (BUN), creatinine (Cr), and estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR). In-hospital mortality …

Erectile Function And Quality Of Life Among Undergraduate University Students In Almaty, Kazakhstan, Malik Safargaliyev, Denis Vinnikov

Journal of Health Research

Background: Erectile function (EF) in healthy young adults and students is underexplored, as erectile dysfunction (ED) is typically linked to aging. This study aimed to quantify EF in university students and examine its association with quality of life (QL).

Method: This cross-sectional survey was conducted among 1,556 undergraduate students (aged 16 to 22 years; median: 18, IQR: 18–19) at the largest university in Kazakhstan, Almaty. Participants completed a web-based anonymous survey assessing EF using the IIEF-5 and QL using the WHOQOL-BREF. The association between EF and QL was analyzed using multivariate linear regression.

Results: Quality of life (QL) scores were …

Preliminary Validation Of The Thai Version Of The Brief Assessment Of Social Skills In Dementia (Bass-D Th), Pornsinee Laisathit, Chavit Tunvirachaisakul

Journal of Health Research

Background: The Brief Assessment of Social Skills – Dementia (BASS-D) was developed to provide a concise and effective measure of social cognition across four domains. This study aimed to validate the Thai version of BASS-D (BASS-D TH) by examining its psychometric properties and the associated factors.

Method: BASS-D was forward and back-translated between Thai and English language. Minor modifications were made to enhance cultural replicability. The BASS-D TH was administered to 28 older adults without dementia and 13 dementia patients.

Results: Mean age (t=-3.67, p < 0.001), education years (t=2.70, p=0.01) and TMSE score (t=7.49, p< 0.001). The control non-dementia group and dementia group showed mean BASS-D TH total scores of 76.43 (SD = 9.1) and 45.85 (SD = 15.1). The findings demonstrated construct validity of BASS-D TH (group difference t = 8.093, p < 0.001). Correlation with established concurrent tests exhibited concurrent validity, particularly with the face emotion perception and memory of new faces tests, and lower correlations with Theory of Mind. Reliability analyses indicated strong internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha = 0.807). Receiver Operating Characteristic (ROC) analysis yielded an Area Under the Curve (AUC) of 0.974.

Conclusion: While limited by sample size and the availability of concurrent tests in the Thai …

The Current 'Ban-Demic': School Book Bans In The U.S., Barbara Perez, Jane Caputi

Dialogue: The Interdisciplinary Journal of Popular Culture and Pedagogy

This essay examines the alarming rise of U.S book. Our stance is grounded in our experiences as educators and academics in Florida, the state with the highest number of book bans and legislation that has significantly impacted education. Book bans infringe on freedom of expression, right to access information, = students’ right to education, and real harm to targeted communities (i.e., LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities), as the bans contribute to the ongoing marginalization and stigmatization of these communities. Diverse representation is key in literature and education. Banning popular culture texts from the classroom stifles critical thinking, social dialogue, and, ultimately, …

Analysis Of The Characteristics Of Lower Limb Muscle Synergy Controlistic Patterns During Unilateral Load-Bearing Walking, Jinwei Zhao, Luyao Chen, Fuyong Liu, Piotr Aschenbrenner, Tomasz Grzywacz, Jan Strawiński

Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity

Background: This study aims to investigate how unilateral load-bearing conditions influence lower limb muscle synergistic control patterns during walking. Understanding these patterns is crucial for elucidating the biomechanics of gait under loaded conditions. Materials and Methods: Sixteen healthy adults participated in the study. The Qualisys 600 series motion capture system was used to collect kinematic data, and the Delsys 16-channel wireless surface EMG system to record muscle activity. Four unilateral loading conditions (LL10, LR10, LL20, LR20) were tested, with normal walking as the control. Results: Load-bearing conditions significantly altered muscle contributions in different synergistic units. For example, in Synergistic Unit …

Consumer Choice And Indoor Air Quality, Crystal Jadach

Civil and Environmental Engineering Undergraduate Honors Theses

Outdoor air pollution has drastically improved for everyone since the passage of the clean air act. However, indoor air quality is not monitored or enforceable in the United States. Yet, the EPA estimates that people of developed nations spend approximately 90% of their time indoors. Candles, a common ambiance setting choice for many household consumers, have been well characterized as a source of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). VOCs can have a wide variety of negative effects on human health. A benchtop and pilot scale study were used to characterize the difference in the accumulation and displacement of total volatile organic …