Divorced After Age 50: What Gray Divorced Women Can Do To Move Forward, Sheri Duvall

Family Perspectives

No abstract provided.

The Benefits Of Combining Center-Based And Home-Based Care For Preschool Children, Savannah Christensen

Family Perspectives

Abstract: Research shows that the quality of care children receive in early childhood—whether from a parent, relative, or formal child care provider—significantly influences their cognitive, behavioral, and emotional development. This article analyzes several peer-reviewed sources to examine how different caregiving environments impact development and how these effects are moderated by the quality of care and the home environment. It also addresses how socioeconomic status can shape the quality of care children receive and the long-term outcomes associated with each caregiving type. While parents are typically seen as the ideal caregivers, children in nonparental care, such as with relatives or in …

Designing The Future Of Open Through Innovation: Integrating Ai To Support Z-Degrees And Institutional Transformation, Josh Hill

ACHE Open Educational Resources Workshop

Josh leads and initiative at Hillsborough College that is among the first in the nation to integrate artificial intelligence with Open Educational Resources (OER) to help faculty create high-quality, zero-cost, and accessible course materials. Supported by the Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) Open Education Capacity Building Grant, Hillsborough is developing Z-degree pathways through paid faculty opportunities, targeted training for academic advisors, and tools to track and expand OER adoption. This session shares lessons learned, explores AI-OER implementation strategies, and presents scalable, adaptable models for institutions in Alabama and beyond.

Resume, Da-Wei Fei 费大为

Zhou Documents

Resume of Fei Da-Wei, a Paris-based Chinese art critic and curator (in English). (Nicole Wang'26).

Comparison Of Liu-Type Estimator For Multicollinearity In Fuzzy Logistic Regression Model, Ayad Habib Shemail, Ahmed Razzaq Al-Lami, Amal Hadi Rashid

Iraqi Journal for Computer Science and Mathematics

This article addresses the fuzzy logistic regression model under conditions of multicollinearity, which causes instability and inflated variance in parameter estimation. In this model, both the response variable and parameters are represented as fuzzy triangular numbers. To overcome the multicollinearity problem, various Liu-type estimators were employed: Fuzzy Maximum Likelihood Estimators (FMLE), Fuzzy Logistic Ridge Estimators (FLRE), Fuzzy Logistic Liu Estimators (FLLE), Fuzzy Logistic Liu-type Estimators (FLLTE), and Fuzzy Logistic Liu-type Parameter Estimators (FLLTPE). Through simulations with various sample sizes and application to real fuzzy data on kidney failure, model performance was evaluated using mean square error (MSE) and goodness of …

Software Engineering Approach To Enhancing Privacy Protection: Automated Face Blurring Using Deep Learning In Arab Social Media, Yasmin Makki Mohialden, Nadia Mahmood Hussien, Mostafa Abdulghafoor Mohammed

Iraqi Journal for Computer Science and Mathematics

In the age of digital media, securing personal identities in shared material, especially on social media, has become a significant challenge. This research leverages software engineering to automate face blurring in photographs of Arab social media personalities. It proposes a system that integrates sophisticated deep-learning algorithms with standard image processing within a robust software architecture. This modular system is scalable, maintainable, and compatible with digital media platforms. Gaussian blur is applied to protect privacy once convolutional neural networks (CNNs) identify faces. The system’s efficiency and accuracy are enhanced by OpenCV and NumPy. In experiments, this system consistently identifies and blurs …

Two-Factor Authentication Software For Bluetooth Pairing Between Mobile And Pc Operating Systems, Sundos A. Hameed Alazawi, Abbas A. Abdulhameed, Mostafa Abdulghafoor Mohammed, Thekra Abbas

Iraqi Journal for Computer Science and Mathematics

Bluetooth devices actively broadcast software when pairing to connect. Even during the connection process, the connection can be monitored to view information about the transmission. Using this information, anyone can hijack your existing connection and steal data. Bluetooth connections can be single or multiple. Thus, while connecting to a device, the same device could be simultaneously connected to another device. To avoid this problem, a new software is proposed to support the ID-based authentication process for paired devices by integrating an authentication method based on the biometric features of the device owner. The proposed two-factor security authentication system for pairing …

Retracted: Evaluating The Performance Of The Dbscan Algorithm's Using Number Of External Scores Measures, Rajaa Hasan Abbas, Huda Qusay Hashim, Huda Karem Nasser

Iraqi Journal for Computer Science and Mathematics

The emergence of more informative clustering methods than classical representations is important, so the density-based spatial clustering for applications with noise (DBSCAN) technique can yield an accurate statistical idea of clusters. DBSCAN is becoming more and more popular. On the other hand, if we are aware of actual datasets so that we can make comparisons with these datasets, we aim to determine the accuracy with which the partitioning is estimated using the density-based method. Therefore, in order to compare the success of the partitioning found by the density-based approach under different models, some external scores measures (Adjusted Rand, F-measure, and …

Ontology Features-Based Arabic Text Augmentation Using Word2vec, Enas Tariq Khudair, Onsa Lazzez, Mourad Zaied, Tarek M. Hamdani, Ahmed T. Sadiq, Habib Chabchoub, Adel M. Alimi

Iraqi Journal for Computer Science and Mathematics

Text augmentation plays a major role when data is scarce. In this context, there are few Arabic news texts for specific purposes, and hence, there is a dire need to generate Arabic text, especially news. This paper presents an enhanced approach to Arabic text augmentation based on Arabic ontology features. The Arabic part of speech, particularly adjectives, verbs, and prepositions, and the ontology properties regarding such parts to create new texts, make up the first stage of the system, which has multiple stages. Word2Vector (Word2Vec) plays a pivotal role in giving Arabic ontology features to the specific Arabic Part of …

A Deep Learning Framework For Early Autism Detection Using Eeg Signals, Maha M. Hamzeh, Ali Y. Al-Sultan, Salah Al-Obaidi

Journal of Intelligent Informatics, Networking, and Cybersecurity

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complicated neurodevelopmental illness, affecting social interaction, communication, and cognitive function. To lower healthcare costs and facilitate prompt intervention, early and accurate detection is crucial. However, behavioral assessments—which are inherently subjective and can lead to delayed diagnoses—are a significant component of traditional diagnostic procedures. This paper presents a convolutional neural network (CNN) and time-frequency analysis-based early ASD screening using EEG signals. EEG data undergoes a preprocessing step to remove noise and power interference. After that, the signals were divided into 5-, 10-, and 20-second time frames. Each EEG time frame segment is represented in the …

Application Of Improved Super-Elastic Ti-Ni Alloy Wire For The Treatment Of Adult Skeletal Class Ii With Severe Deep Bite, Pin-Yu Chen, Yuan-Hou Chen, Jian-Hong Yu

Taiwanese Journal of Orthodontics

An adult female (26 years old) with a chief complaint of poor dental alignment, deep bite, and maxillary protrusion came for orthodontic evaluation. Clinical examination indicated Class II canine relationship combined with large overbite and overjet and accentuated Curve of Spee. Radiographic examination showed skeletal Class II and lower right first molar missing. Improved Super-elastic Ti-Ni alloy wire (ISW, developed by Institute of Science Tokyo) curve was added over the lower arch to flatten Curve of Spee, and extraction of bilateral upper first premolars with intramaxillary elastics to perform anterior retraction was considered. At the end of treatment, we achieved …

Goal-Oriented Aesthetic Treatment (Goat): A Systematic Framework For Three-Dimensional Facial Aesthetic Assessment — Part 2: Sagittal Dimension, Heng-Ming Chang, Yu-Chun Su, Min-Hsun Hsu, Yu-Ting Lin, Chih-Wei Wang

Taiwanese Journal of Orthodontics

Facial aesthetics is a multidimensional concept that requires an integrative assessment of the sagittal, vertical, and transverse planes to achieve balance and harmony. Following the evaluation of the vertical dimension in Part I, this review focuses on the sagittal plane, which plays a pivotal role in facial profile balance and anteroposterior skeletal relationships. The Goal-Oriented Aesthetic Treatment (GOAT) framework provides a structured methodology for diagnosing and addressing sagittal discrepancies, incorporating clinical reference lines, chin morphology, incisor inclination, and anchorage considerations. A comprehensive assessment of the sagittal dimension involves the use of key diagnostic tools such as the Barcelona Line (BL), …

Goal-Oriented Aesthetic Treatment (Goat): A Systematic Framework For Three-Dimensional Facial Aesthetic Assessment — Part 1: Vertical Dimension, Heng-Ming Chang, Yao Chen, Kwok-Hing Ho, Kai-Long Wang, Chih-Wei Wang

Taiwanese Journal of Orthodontics

Facial aesthetics is a multidimensional concept that requires an integrative assessment of the sagittal, vertical, and transverse planes to achieve balance and harmony. Among these, the vertical dimension plays a crucial role in determining facial proportions, occlusal function, and overall aesthetic perception. This review introduces the Goal-Oriented Aesthetic Treatment (GOAT) framework as a systematic approach to evaluating the vertical aspects of facial aesthetics, providing a structured methodology for clinical assessment and treatment planning. A comprehensive evaluation of the vertical dimension encompasses several key parameters, including facial pattern classification, vertical proportions, lip competency, and overbite analysis. Traditional cephalometric indices, such as …

Predicting Stability And Relapse In Class Iii Patients: The Role Of The Mandibular Plane Angle In Bimaxillary Surgery, Jason Jyun-Cheng Kuo, Min-Chi Chen, Yu-Chih Wang, Ellen Wen-Ching Ko

Taiwanese Journal of Orthodontics

Purpose: Skeletal stability after orthognathic surgery remains challenging in Class III malocclusion. This study examined how preoperative mandibular plane angle (FMA) and its surgical changes affect postoperative outcomes.

Patients and Methods: Sixty adult Taiwanese patients with skeletal Class III malocclusion treated by bimaxillary surgery without genioplasty were retrospectively analyzed. Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) at preoperative (T0), immediate postoperative (T1), and orthodontic debonding, ≥ 1-year postoperative (T2) stages was used to measure sagittal (Pog-CP), vertical (Me-FH), and transverse (Go–Go) changes. Pearson correlation and multiple regression analyses were performed.

Results: Smaller preoperative FMA and larger increased intraoperative FMA increases were significantly associated …

Volumetric Analysis And Anatomical Variations Of The Maxillary Sinus: A Cone-Beam Computed Tomography Study, Prafen Pokhrel, Rabindra Man Shrestha, Ujjawal Pyakurel, Roshan Poudel

Taiwanese Journal of Orthodontics

Objectives: The purpose of the study was to determine the volume and to assess the anatomical variations of maxillary sinus using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT).

Materials and Methods: The study was conducted using 64 CBCT scans of the subjects belonging to the age group 18-50 years. Using Care Stream 3D imaging software, the scans were exported and read in an orthogonal slicing view. The width and length of the sinus were measured in axial section, whereas the height was measured in coronal section. Volume and area of sinus were calculated using 3D Slicer software. The assessment of septa was done …

Law School Welcomes Justice Reuben Anderson For Constitution Day, Marisa C. Atkinson

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – The country has come a long way since the U.S. Constitution was ratified in Philadelphia by 39 delegates on Sept. 17, 1787, and the University of Mississippi School of Law will celebrate by hosting former Mississippi Supreme Court Justice Reuben Anderson.

Health On The Rocks: Geohealth In Kentucky, Rachel L. Washburn

Special Publication--KGS

Geohealth bridges the earth and life sciences, revealing how Kentucky’s unique geology directly shapes public health risks, clinical outcomes, and opportunities for innovation. This factsheet highlights the critical intersections between geologic processes and human health across the Commonwealth—from landslides, floods, and tornadoes to radon, mine drainage, and microbial contamination. It outlines how natural and anthropogenic forces influence respiratory illness, cancer, trauma, and infectious disease, and how bedrock and weather extremes define local exposure pathways. Beyond risk, it also showcases Kentucky’s leadership in developing geoscience-informed health solutions: bioremediation, microbial drug discovery, and geologic-health monitoring networks that strengthen preparedness and resilience. Understanding …

Investigating Temperature Influences On Shell Growth And Microstructural Variations In Bay Scallops: Insights From Multiscale Microscopy, Benazir Khurshid, Arnaud Benchetrite, Lise Guichaoua, Nicolas Brodusch, Bryce D. Stewart, Roland Kröger, Raynald Gauvin, Martin Mallet, Réjean Tremblay, Natalie Reznikov

School of Biological and Marine Sciences

Scallops (order Pectinida) are well-known for their robust and beautiful calcitic shells that protect them from external impacts and predators. Scallops respond to environmental conditions, including water temperature, salinity, and food supply, which are reflected in the shell growth rates and patterning. The bay scallop (Argopecten irradians) is a species of high ecological and aquacultural value in North America, and its habitat may expand towards higher latitudes with inevitable global warming. To investigate the effect of water temperature on the accretion rate and the polycrystalline microstructure of the Bay scallop shell, we conducted a controlled growth experiment on juveniles, 4 …

Iodinated Disinfection Byproduct Formation From Iohexol In Sunlit And Chlorinated Urban Wastewaters, Reagan Patton Witt, Marcelo I. Guzman

Chemistry Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

Temperature-Dependent Sex Determination: Implications For The Ecology, Evolution, And Conservation Of Sea Turtles, Forrest William Collins

All ETDs from UAB

For reptiles, their method of sex determination is temperature-dependent sex determination (TSD). This is where the environmental temperature directly influences the sex ratio being produced within a clutch. For sea turtles, sex is determined within a thermosensitive period (TSP) in which incubation temperatures will result in either males (cooler), females (warmer), or 50:50 even sex ratio. For this dissertation, 2 species of sea turtles were evaluated for their TSD and its implications on their ecology, evolution, and conservation: the Hawksbill sea turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) and the Kemp’s Ridley sea turtle (Lepidochelys kempii). For the Hawksbill, a major rookery in the …

Water Absorption, Surface Roughness And Flexural Strength Assessment Of Peek With And Without Aging., Pranjal Ramchandra Daundakr

All ETDs from UAB

Polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) has been the primary material for complete denture bases since its introduction in 1936 due to its esthetics, affordability, and ease of processing. However, PMMA demonstrates well-documented shortcomings, including relatively low flexural strength, high water absorption, and susceptibility to surface wear. These limitations lead to fractures, loss of occlusal vertical dimension (OVD), frequent relines, and compromised esthetics. Even advanced formats such as CAD-CAM milled and 3D printed PMMA remain prone to dimensional instability, microbial colonization, and long-term degradation. Polyetheretherketone (PEEK), a high-performance thermoplastic originally used in orthopedic and spinal implants, has recently been introduced into dentistry as …

A Square Peg In A Round Hole: The Isolated Chitrali Population Displays The Lowest Consanguinity Rate In Pakistan, Saif Ullah, Sader Uddin, Tatheer Zahra, Zaibun Nisa, Sajid Malik

Human Biology Open Access Pre-Prints

Background and Objectives: Pakistan is among the countries with the highest prevalence of consanguineous unions (CU), with reported rates ranging between 55% and 65%. This high level of consanguinity contributes significantly to the burden of recessive genetic disorders. The Chitrali population, an isolated community residing in the Hindu-Kush mountains of northwestern Pakistan, exhibits distinct genetic and cultural characteristics. This study aimed to assess the prevalence and patterns of CU within this population.

Method: A random sample of 993 individuals from Chitral was recruited between January 2023 and December 2024 through visits to public venues and household surveys. The consanguinity rate …

Should Tax-Free Triangular Mergers Be Eliminated?, Reuven Avi-Yonah

Articles

The tax advantages of reverse triangular mergers under section 368(a)(2)(E) are well known. They enable the acquiring corporation (P) to use up to 60 percent cash consideration to acquire the stock of target (T) through a merger with a controlled subsidiary (S), with T surviving. This amount of boot is higher than what is allowed under a B or C reorganization. Because it is a triangular merger, it avoids exposing the assets of P to the liabilities of T (unlike a direct merger), and because it is equivalent to a stock acquisition, it avoids having to transfer assets, which is …

Modeling Musculoskeletal Combat Casualty Care: Nato Trauma System Performance In Large Scale Combat Operations, Mark P. Cote, Kaitlyn E. Holly, Roman J. Schoenfeld, Matthew R. Bryan, Malina O. Hatton, Mitchel B. Harris, Tracey P. Koehlmoos, Andrew J. Schoenfeld

Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Faculty Papers

BACKGROUND: It is unclear whether the current North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) trauma system will be effective in the setting of Large-Scale Combat Operations (LSCO). We sought to model the efficacy of the NATO trauma system in the setting of LSCO. We also intended to model novel scenarios that could better adapt the current system to LSCO.

METHODS: We developed a discrete-event simulation model for patients with combat musculoskeletal injuries treated within the standard NATO system. The primary outcome of the model was survival. The model's health states were characterized as stable, hypovolemia, sepsis, shock, or death. The model simulated …

Winter Supplementation Of Beef Cows In The Intermountain West, David Secrist

All Current Publications

Feed costs are the most significant expense of most ranching operations in the Intermountain West. Year-round grazing opportunities, hay cost and availability, calving season, cow size, milk production, and feeding logistics are all considerations in a supplementation program. The key to effective winter feeding is to balance the cost/benefit ratio of the supplementation programs while meeting nutritional demands at a minimal cost.

September 2025 Graduate Council Minutes, University Of Nebraska At Kearney Graduate Council

Graduate Council Minutes

No abstract provided.

Aisstream-Mcp: A Real-Time Memory-Augmented Question-Answering System For Maritime Operations, Sien Chen, Ruoxian Zhao, Jian Bo Yang, Yinghua Huang

Faculty Research, Scholarly, and Creative Activity

Ports and maritime operations generate massive real-time data streams, particularly from Automatic Identification System (AIS) signals, which are challenging to query effectively using natural language. This study proposes a prototype AISStream-MCP, a memory-augmented real-time maritime question-answering (QA) system that integrates live AIS data streaming with a Model Context Protocol (MCP) toolchain to support port operations decision-making. The system combines a large language model (LLM) with four MCP-enabled modules: persistent dialogue memory, live AIS data query, knowledge graph lookup, and result evaluation. We hypothesize that augmenting an LLM with domain-specific tools significantly improves QA performance compared to systems without memory or …

How Medical Mistrust Serves As A Barrier To Mental Health Treatment In The African American Community, Nicholas Young

Journal of Social, Behavioral, and Health Sciences

Throughout history, research has depicted the notion that African Americans do not make use of mental health treatment, even when their mental health status may deem it clinically necessary. One of the most prevalent deterrents to African Americans seeking treatment is the mistrust of the medical system. In the African American community, medical mistrust has a longstanding history that stems from the discrimination, racism, lack of representation in the field, and medical mistreatment that African Americans received as test subjects by the medical community over time. Various instances, throughout history, of African Americans being unjustly treated— for the sake of …

The Current - Volume 36 Issue 2, Nova Southeastern University

Student Newspapers

No abstract provided.

Breath Acetone As A Biomarker For Concussion, Allyn Abadie

All ETDs from UAB

Concussions represent a critical public health concern, affecting millions annually yet remain challenging to diagnose and manage. Concussions involve a range of often invisible signs and symptoms. Traditional assessments rely heavily on subjective symptom reporting, with limited objective data which may complicate return-to-play decisions. Objective physiological biomarkers are needed to complement traditional methods, detect subtle disruptions, and improve decision-making. Following concussion, the brain undergoes a neurometabolic cascade involving disrupted glucose utilization, ionic imbalances, neurotransmitter release, and reduced cerebral blood flow. This cascade creates a metabolic crisis, potentially shifting energy metabolism toward alternative substrates such as ketones. Breath acetone, a measurable …