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Automated Decision-Making Systems And Black Box Challenges Under European Union Administrative Law, Ilias Bantekas, Venetsiana Bratsiakou

Fordham International Law Journal

Automated Decision-Making (ADM) systems have been increasingly utilized by both private and public entities across the world to reduce errors by humans, increase efficiency, and make more consistent decisions. That is especially true in the case of the European Union. However, significant legal and ethical challenges arise because of ADM systems, subsequently giving rise to questions of compliance with underlying principles of law. This Article analyzes these challenges as they pertain to EU law through the examination of issues of accountability, transparency, and the protection of human rights. Furthermore, the use of ADM systems has been closely regulated by the …

From Evaluation To Elevation: Standardized Letter Of Evaluation Domains Tied To Future Emergency Medicine Chief Residents, Abagayle Bierowski, Zaid Tayyem, Casey Morrone, Carlos Rodriguez, Chaiya Laoteppitaks, Peter Tomaselli, Dimitrios Papanagnou, Xiao Chi Zhang

Department of Emergency Medicine Faculty Papers

INTRODUCTION: The Standardized Letter of Evaluation (SLOE) is a core component of emergency medicine (EM) residency applications, designed to assess clinical performance, professionalism, and leadership potential. While its utility in selecting residency candidates is well established, its association with future leadership roles, such as chief resident, remains unclear. Identifying early indicators of leadership potential could inform both recruitment and resident development efforts. In this study we aimed to evaluate whether medical students' SLOEs are associated with subsequent selection as chief residents, offering insight into the SLOE's potential to forecast future leadership within EM.

METHODS: We conducted a retrospective review of …

Staff Education On The Use Of Screening, Brief Intervention, And Referral To Treatment (Sbirt) For The Identification And Management Of Excessive Alcohol Use, Vivienne Tsopndou Nkengafac

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Summary The project was a practice-focused quality improvement project endeavor aimed at augmenting staff utilization of an evidence-based screening instrument for alcohol use disorder (AUD). The problem under study in an outpatient behavioral health setting stemmed from insufficient staff understanding and poor implementation of established screening and intervention protocols, heightening the risk of under identification and ineffective management of AUD. Resolving this issue is crucial in nursing practice because nurses play a pivotal role in early identification, brief intervention, referral to treatment, and fair care provision for patients with substance problems. The project was centered on the following practice-focused question: …

All Things Adr Lunch With Faculty & Student Leaders, Kukin Program For Conflict Resolution, Dispute Resolution Honor Competition Society, Cardozo Journal Of Conflict Resolution, Cardozo Dispute Resolution Society

2026 Event Invitations

Please join the Kukin Program for Conflict Resolution for All Things ADR, to learn about the dispute resolution societies, competitions and clinics offered at Cardozo.

We will provide information about programs such as the Dispute Resolution Honor Competition Society, the Cardozo Journal of Conflict Resolution, the Cardozo Dispute Resolution Society, the Dispute Resolution Clinics, and the Certificate in Dispute Resolution.

The Impact Of Family Relationships And Communication On The Mental Health Of Urban Immigrant Adolescents, Gayatri Vatsavai

Theses and Dissertations from DePaul University

This study examined whether family relationship quality and communication with parents during stressful situations were associated with mental health among urban immigrant adolescents. Guided by Lazarus and Folkman’s transactional model of stress and coping, I used secondary data from the Stress and Learning Study, which surveyed 78 immigrant adolescents in Chicago Public Schools (ages 11 to 14) at two time points approximately 7-9 months apart. Family functioning was assessed with the Family Relationship Scale, parent focused communication during stress was assessed with binary items from the Response to Stress Questionnaire, and mental health was assessed with Youth Self Report Total …

Advances In The Creation Of A Dna Barcoding Reference Library For Freshwater Fishes Of Western Ecuador With Emphasis On Metabarcoding Applications, Olivia Grace Schweikart

Theses and Dissertations from DePaul University

This research provides a DNA reference library for the freshwater fish species of Western Ecuador, emphasizing endemic species of the Guayas River Basin and southwestern, lowland areas. Western Ecuador is currently grappling with severe overexploitation of its endemic freshwater fishes across many drainage basins, compounded by habitat destruction, pollution from commercial and agricultural activities, and the looming threat of climate change, notably in the form of coastal incursion events. Methods for rapid-surveying biodiversity at community levels is urgently needed. This reference library is particularly designed for metabarcoding applications, providing a non-invasive method for surveying aquatic biodiversity in vulnerable areas using …

Thermoelectrochemical Synthesis Of Nanostructured Cupric Oxide (Cuo) Using Kmno4 As An Oxidant, Tony A. Hall, Michael Ibukun Kolawole, Janak Paudel

Faculty Scholarship

This research focuses on combining hydrothermal (hot water treatment) and electrochemical synthesis (EC) forming an advanced method termed ″thermoelectrochemical (TEC)” that introduces a rapid and controllable electrochemical strategy for synthesizing cupric oxide (CuO) nanostructures using potassium permanganate (KMnO4) as an oxidant under a constant electric potential at 75 °C for 3 h. The influence of applied voltage polarity on phase evolution, oxidation state, and morphology was systematically investigated. Under a positive bias of +Δ5 V, the copper substrate was fully oxidized into stoichiometric CuO, as confirmed by sharp XRD reflections, Raman-active Cu−O modes, and EDS spectra dominated by Cu−O composition. …

2026-01-21 Corporation For Public Broadcasting Dissolves Itself After Funding Cuts, Maya Deguzman

The Spectator Online

No abstract provided.

Metabolome Contribution To Sex Differences In The Link Between Alcohol Consumption And Type 2 Diabetes: A Prospective Analysis In The Hispanic Community Health Study/Study Of Latinos (Hchs/Sol), Brian Wang, Kai Luo, Wenyan Ma, Yanbo Zhang, Christina Cordero, Amber Pirzada, Martha Daviglus, Krista M Perreira, Bing Yu, Eric Boerwinkle, Robert C Kaplan, Qibin Qi

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

Background: Light-to-moderate alcohol consumption has been linked to improved insulin resistance and lower type 2 diabetes (T2D) risk predominantly in females but not males. Potential mechanisms underlying this sex difference remain unclear.

Objective: This study evaluated associations of sex-specific alcohol-associated metabolomic signatures (AMSs) with insulin resistance and T2D risk in US Hispanic/Latino adults.

Methods: We analyzed serum metabolome data in the HCHS/SOL, a prospective, multicenter, community-based study of Hispanics/Latinos, aged 18 to 74 years old, enrolled from four U.S. metropolitan areas between 2008 and 2011. Sex-specific AMSs were developed using Elastic Net to identify serum metabolites uniquely associated with alcohol …

Full Issue

BYU Law Review

No abstract provided.

The Influence Of Handcycling Warmup Protocol Intensity On Workload Production During Sprint Tests In Athletes With Spinal Cord Injuries, Kellie Halloran, Joseph Peters, Michael D.K. Focht, Ian Rice, Mariana E. Kersh

Student Publications

Objectives: Post activation potentiation (PAP) is the phenomenon where muscle force-generating capacity during explosive activities increases after sustained activation. Alternatively, fatigue refers to the decrease in muscle force-generating capacity following sustained activation. The level to which muscles are fatigued or potentiated may influence whether performance is enhanced or decreased. While PAP has been well-documented in able-bodied athletes, few studies have examined PAP in athletes with spinal cord injuries (SCI). Therefore the objective of this study was to examine the influence of warmup protocol intensity on workload production during a 15-second handcycling sprinting task in athletes with SCI.

Design: Within-subject design …

International Human Rights Law And Forced, Coerced And Involuntary Sterilization In Africa, John Mukum Mbaku

Fordham International Law Journal

In the last several years, courts and tribunals at the international, regional, and national levels have tackled the issue of forced, coerced, and involuntary sterilization, especially as it affects the rights of members of vulnerable or marginalized groups (e.g., women and girls with disabilities, or those living with HIV). International, regional, and national human rights bodies have described forced and coerced sterilization as a violation of human rights and fundamental freedoms, which include the right to the highest attainable standard of mental and physical health, the right to information, the right to found a family, and the right to be …

Prefatory Matter And Table Of Contents

University of Miami Law Review

No abstract provided.

Letter From The Editor

Notre Dame Journal of International & Comparative Law

No abstract provided.

From Pirates To Corporations: The Evolving Battleground Of The Alien Tort Statute, Marin Larkin

Notre Dame Journal of International & Comparative Law

No abstract provided.

The Role Of Familism In The Relationship Between Ethnic Identity And Sleep In Hispanic/Latino Adults: Results From The Hispanic Community Health Study/Study Of Latinos (Hchs/Sol), Tetyana Krutsik

Theses and Dissertations from DePaul University

Hispanic/Latino individuals in the U.S. face sleep health disparities, reporting higher rates of short sleep duration and fragmented sleep compared to non-Hispanic white individuals. While Hispanic/Latino immigrants initially report better sleep health than their U.S.-born counterparts, prolonged residence in the U.S. is associated with worsening sleep, possibly due to acculturative stress. Ethnic identity and familism are cultural factors that have been correlated with positive health outcomes, even mitigating the adverse effects of acculturative stress and discrimination. However, little is known about the associations between these cultural factors and sleep health outcomes. This study aimed to examine the effect of ethnic …

Seed Consumer Dynamics At A Continental Scale, Jesse Grooms

Theses and Dissertations from DePaul University

No abstract provided.

All Things Adr, Kukin Program For Conflict Resolution, Cardozo Dispute Resolution Competition Honor Society (Cdrchs), Cardozo Dispute Resolution Society (Cdrs)

2025–2026 Flyers

Please join the Kukin Program for Conflict Resolution for All Things ADR, to learn about the dispute resolution societies, competitions and clinics offered at Cardozo.

We will provide information about programs such as the Dispute Resolution Honor Competition Society, the Cardozo Journal of Conflict Resolution, the Cardozo Dispute Resolution Society, the Dispute Resolution Clinics, and the Certificate in Dispute Resolution.

Clinical, Imaging And Blood Biomarker Outcomes In A Phase 3 Clinical Trial Of Tau Aggregation Inhibitor Hydromethylthionine Mesylate In Mild Cognitive Impairment And Mild To Moderate Dementia Due To Alzheimer’S Disease, Claude Wischik, Richard G. Stefanacci, Peter Bentham, Serge Gauthier, Henrik Zetterberg, Gordon Wilcock, Lutz Froelich, Alistair Burns, Emer Macsweeney, Clive Ballard, Jin-Tai Yu, Tay Siew Choon, Vahe Asvatourian, Natalia Muehlemann, Jan Priel, Karin Kook, Tenecia Sullivan, Diane Downie, Sonya Miller, Carol Pringle, John Storey, Tom Baddeley, Charles R Harrington, Lewis Penny, Mohammad Arastoo, Roger Staff, Anca-Larisa Sandu, Helen Shiells, Serena Lo, Nafeesa Nazlee, Emily Evans, Claire Hull, Bjoern Schelter

College of Population Health Faculty Papers

BACKGROUND: Hydromethylthionine mesylate (HMTM) targets tau pathology and has tau-independent symptomatic activity.

OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the safety and efficacy of HMTM in participants with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and mild to moderate dementia due to Alzheimer's disease (AD).

SETTING: 82 centres in Canada, European Union, United Kingdom and United States of America.

PARTICIPANTS: A total of 598 amyloid β-PET positive participants were included; 44% (263) met clinical criteria for MCI due to Alzheimer's disease and 56% (335) were diagnosed with mild to moderate dementia due to AD.

INTERVENTION: HMTM 16 mg/day and 8 mg/day were compared with methylthioninium chloride (MTC) …

Oer Accessible Syllabus For Political Science 1100: Intro To U.S. Government, Carmen Melillo

Open Educational Resources

This is a sample OER accessible syllabus intended to create a cost-free Introductory level college course in Political Science and American Government.

Consumer Vs. Code: The Future Of Consumer Smart Contracts From Code To Legal Practice, Amir Bushansky

Fordham International Law Journal

This Article evaluates the feasibility of implementing consumer contracts—including standard-form agreements—as smart contracts and assesses their adaptability through the lens of consumer protection law.

Specifically, it examines whether the traditional consumer contract framework can be meaningfully implemented in the form of smart contracts. It further considers whether such implementation necessitates adaptations—both in the technological architecture of the contracts themselves and in the underlying legal framework. By addressing these questions, the Article aims to contribute to a more coherent and forward-looking approach to regulating automated, code-based contracting in consumer markets.

Heterogeneous Catalysis Of Large Biomolecules: Insights From Platinum Particle Size In Nad+Regeneration, Jianwei Li, Samuel Robertshaw, Shouying Huang, Shelley D. Minteer, Xiaodong Wang

Chemistry Faculty Research & Creative Works

Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD⁺) cofactor regeneration is essential for enabling dehydrogenase-promoted biosynthesis for value-added chemicals. Heterogeneous catalytic cofactor regeneration, using supported metal catalysts, is an emerging approach and has shown great promise. However, mechanistic insight remains largely unexplored. In this work, a series of silica-supported platinum (Pt) catalysts have been prepared for NAD⁺ cofactor regeneration, to understand the roles of Pt particle size and structure. A turnover frequency (TOF) 'volcano plot' was obtained for Pt clusters in the range of 2.2–7.1 nm, with the maximum TOF (136 h⁻¹) observed at 5.6 nm. Selective Pt site …

Indonesia’S Strategy And Policy To Face Global Economic Uncertainty During And After Covid-19, Insan Harapan Harahap

Jurnal Wacana Politik

This article discusses Indonesia’s response to global economic uncertainty characterized by interrelated shocks such as pandemics, supply chain disruptions, geopolitical tensions, inflationary pressures, climate risks, and volatile commodity markets. The study applies a descriptive qualitative approach and uses secondary data derived from official government documents, macroeconomic statistics, international economic agency reports, scientific articles, and relevant literature. The analysis covers the period 2020-2025 to capture the emergency response and recovery phase amid ongoing global instability. These findings show that Indonesia is adopting an adaptive and multidimensional policy mix, incorporating expansionary fiscal measures, flexible monetary management, and long-term structural reforms to maintain …

Grassroots Governance And Resilience: The Role Of Barangay Disaster Communication Amid Political Uncertainty, Karl Lenin Calaramo Benigno, Elsie Pilar, Yolanda Sabado-Lao

Jurnal Wacana Politik

This study examines the role of barangay-level communication in disaster preparedness and response amid political uncertainty, focusing on Ilocos Norte, Philippines. Specifically, it investigates how comprehension of disaster warnings and COVID-19-related terms affects citizens’ compliance, and how demographic and barangay-related factors moderate this relationship. A mixed-methods approach was employed, involving surveys of 44 respondents (household heads, barangay officials, and Sangguniang Kabataan officers) and key informant interviews to document communication practices, sources of information, and community trust. Statistical analysis revealed a strong positive correlation (r = 0.843, p < 0.001) between comprehension and compliance, highlighting the critical role of understanding in disaster response. Findings also show that traditional communication channels, such as barangay announcements and personal networks, remain central, while political uncertainty can indirectly undermine trust and affect message adherence. Youth participation via SK initiatives contributes to information dissemination but requires enhanced resources and training. This study contributes novel insights by integrating statistical evidence, qualitative analysis, and political context to explain the dynamics of grassroots disaster communication. Policy recommendations include capacity-building, hybrid communication strategies, participatory governance, youth engagement, and integration of political risk into preparedness planning, aimed at enhancing resilience and adaptive capacity in local communities.

Food Security Politics And Economic Diplomacy: Kuningan Regency’S Sweet Potato Paradiplomacy In The Global Network, Diah Apriliani, Tom Finaldin, Salsabila Aulia Emelda

Jurnal Wacana Politik

This study analyzes the role of economic diplomacy in strengthening the global sweet potato network in Kuningan Regency from a political economy perspective. As the largest sweet potato producer in West Java with production of 108,496 tons in 2023, Kuningan has enormous potential that has not been optimally utilized for global network development. The research objectives are to analyze political dynamics in economic diplomacy implementation, identify political actors’ role in facilitating international market access, and formulate strategies for strengthening global networks. This research uses a qualitative approach with case study design, where data collection was conducted through in-depth interviews with …

The Effect Of Billboard Content On The Electability Of Female Mayoral Candidates In Kendari City In 2024, Sirajuddin Sirajuddin, Dewi Anggraini, Nur Atnan, Sitti Harnia

Jurnal Wacana Politik

This study aims to analyze the effect of billboard content on the electability of female mayoral candidates in the 2024 Kendari City Regional Head Elections (Pilkada). The main issue underlying this study is the fact that every Pilkada in Kendari City always features female candidates, but they repeatedly experience defeat despite conducting political campaigns through various outdoor media, including billboards. The method used is a descriptive quantitative approach with simple random sampling technique and a total of 123 respondents. The independent variable in this study is billboard content, while the dependent variable is candidate electability. Data were collected through a …

Pengembangan Sistem Informasi Pencatatan Dan Pelaporan Pemeriksaan Kapal Berbasis Mobile Di Balai Besar Kekarantinaan Kesehatan Tanjung Priok, Shallom Nurfadilah, Rico Kurniawan, Agus Sudaraman

Jurnal Biostatistik, Kependudukan, dan Informatika Kesehatan

Digitalisasi pencatatan pemeriksaan kapal menjadi komponen kunci dalam upaya meningkatkan kecepatan, akurasi, dan efisiensi proses karantina kesehatan di pelabuhan. Saat ini, Balai Besar Karantina Kesehatan (BBKK) Tanjung Priok masih mengandalkan pencatatan manual berbasis kertas, yang sering menimbulkan duplikasi pekerjaan, risiko kehilangan atau kerusakan arsip, serta keterlambatan dalam penyusunan laporan. Untuk menjawab tantangan tersebut, penelitian ini mengembangkan prototipe sistem pencatatan pemeriksaan kapal berbasis mobile menggunakan KoboToolbox, sebuah platform open-source yang diintegrasikan dengan Google Spreadsheet melalui pendekatan no-code system development. Penelitian dilakukan dengan metode kualitatif deskriptif melalui observasi proses kerja, wawancara petugas pemeriksa, dan telaah dokumen terkait, sedangkan pengembangan sistem mengikuti …

I Wasn’T Prepared For That”: Uk Social Worker Experiences Of Training In And Knowledge Of Acquired Brain Injury, Alyson Norman, Mark Holloway

School of Psychology

Summary: Acquired brain injury is a major cause of death and disability. Due to the impact of acquired brain injury on an individual's and a family's functioning, social workers are likely to encounter individuals and families affected by the condition. This study aimed to (1) identify the existing level of knowledge and skills of social workers in working with individuals with acquired brain injury and their families and (2) examine the training needs of social workers to improve their knowledge and skills in working with those with acquired brain injury. A series of semi-structured interviews with newly qualified social workers …

Marine Cold-Spells In The California Current System: Modeling Changes In Frequency And Impacts On Endangered Species Habitat, Kaila J. Frazer, Heather M. Welch, Michael G. Jacox, Nerea Lezama-Ochoa, Briana Abrahms, Mercedes Pozo Buil, Scott R. Benson, Daniel M. Palacios, L. David Smith, Thomas A. Clay, Steven J. Bograd, Elliott L. Hazen

Faculty Research, Scholarly, and Creative Activity

Marine cold-spells are an understudied phenomena which can both negatively impact marine wildlife and provide thermal refugia for species displaced by climate change. To develop forward-looking and climate-ready management schemes, it is critical to examine how marine species respond to cold-spells, how long-term warming will affect marine cold-spells over the next century, and how these future cold-spells will in turn affect species of conservation concern, particularly in marine protected areas. To this end, we detect marine cold-spells across the California Current System, a productive Eastern Boundary Upwelling System, relative to a fixed baseline (1980–2009) and to a detrended time series …

Kualitas Semen Cair Dingin Domba Garut Pada Tiga Jenis Larutan Pengencer (Quality Of Garut Ram Chilled Semen In Three Types Of Semen Extenders), Yahya Hudy Rhoyan, Tita Damayanti Lestari, Rangga Setiawan

Jurnal Ilmu Ternak Universitas Padjadjaran

Penggunaan pengencer dalam pengolahan semen domba Garut masih sangat terbatas di kalangan masyarakat, sehingga ketersediaan baik semen cair maupun semen beku masih sedikit. Oleh karena itu, penelitian ini dilakukan dengan tujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh bahan pengencer Tris susu sapi, Tris kuning telur, dan Tris sari kedelai terhadap daya tahan hidup dan abnormalitas spermatozoa domba Garut yang disimpan dalam suhu 5ºC. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah eksperimen menggunakan Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) dengan tiga perlakuan yaitu semen segar yang ditambahkan Tris susu sapi, Tris kuning telur, dan Tris sari kedelai dengan pengulangan masing-masing sebanyak 6 kali. Data dianalisis lebih …