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The Rider (2026-04-06), Daniela Chapa-Reyes

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Vol. 11, No. 25

Gender Equality, Diversity, And Social Inclusion: Validation And Development Of An Instrument For Higher Education, Nilo Jayoma Castulo, Maryfe M. Roxas, Arlyne C. Marasigan, Jayson L. De Vera, Ma. Laarni D. Buenaventura, Starr Clyde Sebial, John Michael Aquino, Bonjovi H. Hajan, Mark Ponce C. San Juan, Karen Abegail C. Lee

Journal of Comparative & International Higher Education

Gender Equality, Diversity, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) are critical in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals number 4 (Quality Education), number 5 (Gender Equality), and number 10 (Reduced Inequalities), impacting various aspects of society, organizations, and individual well-being. While GEDSI remains a pressing concern worldwide, this study aims to design an instrument for the GEDSI situationer tool for students, administrative staff, and faculty members. The instrument undergoes a thorough validation and development process utilizing a mixed-method design. First, the item is designed through Focus Group Interviews (FGIs) on GEDSI in a prominent state university in the Philippines. Through exploratory Factor Analysis …

Generational Differences In Smartphone Health App Use, Terry Stringer Damron, Joe Cangelosi

Atlantic Marketing Association Proceedings

No abstract provided.

The Past, Present, And Future Of Managing Seafood Supply Chain For Life Below Water (Un Sdg 14), Jiyoon An

Atlantic Marketing Association Proceedings

No abstract provided.

A Regional Scoping Review Of School-Based Nutrition Interventions Conducted Across Nordic Countries, Basil H. Aboul-Enein, Stephen Gambescia, Nada Benajiba, Norah Eid Aljohani, Teresa Keller, Patricia J. Kelly

College of Nursing Faculty Papers & Presentations

BACKGROUND AND AIMS: While Nordic countries have a relatively high socioeconomic status population, they are challenged by the health deficit of rising obesity and overweight among young people. The aim of this regional scoping review is to identify best practices for designing and implementing effective school nutrition programs in Nordic countries and identify gaps for further research.

METHODS: Using the PRISMA-ScR guidelines, a scoping review was conducted across nine academic databases between 1980 and May 2025.

RESULTS: Fifty-three studies met the inclusion criteria, from small pilot interventions to large national or international cohorts involving thousands of students across the five …

The Effect Of The Mind Diet On Cognitive Decline In Als Patients With Frontotemporal Dementia, Riya Thomas, Reba Thomas, Eliana Gitelman

Department of Nutrition Student Projects

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord, leading to a broad range of neurological issues. Individuals with ALS experience progressive muscle weakness, dysphagia, slurred speech, and impaired movement and cognition. In addition to physical symptoms, around 15-20% of individuals with ALS also develop frontotemporal dementia (FTD). There are limited interventions to slow cognitive decline in this specific population. The Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay (MIND) diet has been associated with slower cognitive decline and reduced risk in neurodegenerative disease among older adults; however, its effects have not been …

Oral Rehabilitation Of A Pediatric Patient With A Dental Anomaly: A Case Report, Enas Almasri, Mohamed Altinawi, Shadi Azzawi, Imad Katbeh, Anas Abdo

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Objective: Tooth fusion is an uncommon dental abnormality, occurring in 0.1% of permanent dentition. Fusion of a normal permanent tooth and a supernumerary tooth is unusual. This case report delineates a multidisciplinary strategy for the management of a child with a fused tooth and a concomitant supernumerary tooth. The objective is to progressively illustrate the aesthetic and functional restoration of a smile impacted by a dental fusion abnormality.

Case Report: A 9-year-old boy was referred to the pediatric dental clinic with the chief complaint of a large upper anterior tooth. Intraoral and radiographic investigations showed fusion of the permanent maxillary …

Esophageal Perforation Following Small-Bore Nasogastric Tube Placement: A Case Report, Kate Sanner Dixon, Alexis Ortega, Sofie Hass, Erich Wessel

Student Publications

Esophageal perforations are associated with high morbidity and mortality and can have iatrogenic or spontaneous causes. Nasogastric tube intubation, while generally considered a safe procedure, can be a very rare iatrogenic cause. A 61-year-old male underwent direct laryngoscopy, total laryngectomy, and esophageal dilation with complex closure for laryngeal obstruction and tracheocutaneous fistula secondary to laryngeal cancer. He experienced an esophageal perforation secondary to nasogastric tube advancement and required emergent surgical exploration via thoracotomy and laparotomy with washout and gastrostomy tube placement. Notably, the tube penetrated the cervical esophageal mucosa, tracked distally within a submucosal plane, and ultimately perforated the stomach …

Screening For Food Insecurity In An Outpatient Ophthalmology Clinic: A Health Equity- Quality Improvement Fellowship Project, Christine Coward, Tricia Jacobson, Mahadevan Subramanian, Sharon Ojo, Theresa Green, Neil Seligman, Jan Schriefer

Journal of Academic Ophthalmology

Background: Various social determinants of health have been implicated in ophthalmic diseases, with food insecurity being particular important, given the link between food and conditions such as diabetic and hypertensive retinopathy. Although quality improvement initiatives that address food insecurity screening exist, data extending to the ophthalmic clinical setting is limited.

Purpose: We implemented a health equity quality improvement fellowship project to improve screening for food insecurity in an urban ophthalmology outpatient clinic that sees adults and children.

Methods: Several initiatives were implemented in an attempt to reach a goal of 80% of patients screened for food insecurity. …

The Effect Of Low And High-Carbohydrate Diets On Memory Performance In College Students, Samia Baugh, Zoe Zajko, Jamie Analuisa, Ivanna Jacome

Department of Nutrition Student Projects

Carbohydrates are the primary source of energy for the brain and play an important role in processes related to memory performance. The purpose of this study is to examine the impact of a low-carbohydrate diet compared to a high-carbohydrate diet on memory performance in college students aged 18–22 years. For the purposes of this study, a low-carbohydrate diet is defined as a diet providing fewer than 130 grams of carbohydrates per day, while a high-carbohydrate diet provides approximately 325 grams of carbohydrates. This population is particularly important to study because college students experience high academic demands that require strong memory …

Predicting Soil Organic Carbon In Lower Depths From Surface Soil Features Using Machine Learning Methods, Lawrence Aula, Milena Maria Tomaz De Oliveira, Amanda C. Easterly, Cody F. Creech

Plants, Soils, and Climate Faculty Publications

Topsoil features within a depth of 0–10 cm are vital for making soil management decisions that affect crop production. However, the use of these soil features to predict soil organic carbon (SOC) at 10–20 cm requires further investigation. The study aims to predict SOC at 10–20 cm using total nitrogen (total N), pH, cation exchange capacity (CEC), and SOC at 0–10 cm and select a suitable model for predicting SOC. This study was conducted using data from a long-term tillage, winter wheat (Triticum aestivum L.)-fallow experiment established in autumn 1970. Treatments included moldboard plow, stubble mulch, no-till, and native …

A Ubiquitin Code Written In Circadian Time: Evaluating Protein Linkages In A Drosophila Model, Alejandro Damian, Elinor Harrison, Cj Dalton

Medical Student Research Symposium

Background: Ubiquitin is a small polypeptide that serves many functions within a cell, including modifying proteins, marking them for degradation through the ubiquitin-proteasome system (UPS). Circadian rhythms regulate many cellular processes, but its role on the individual linkages of ubiquitin is poorly understood. This project aims to determine whether there is a circadian pattern for the conjugation of ubiquitin. Methods: Wild-type (Oregon R) Drosophila were entrained to a circadian cycle with standard light and dark environments. The whole heads were then frozen and removed at different times and used to quantify protein linkages using western blotting and antibodies to each …

Effect Of Sugar Concentrations On Flavor Substances In Xiangxi Radish Pickles Based On Gc-Ms And 16s Rrna, Liu Shimei, Zhou Yingjun, Zheng Zhihao, Xie Chunliang, Su Xiaojun

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To explore the effect of sugar concentration on the flavor formation of Xiangxi radish pickles, in response to the "sugar reduction" demand for healthy diets. [Methods] Three sugar treatment groups are set up at the concentrations of 10%, 30%, and 50%. Then, the dynamic changes of metabolites and microbial community structure are systematically monitored during the fermentation process using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) combined with 16S rRNA high-throughput sequencing. [Results] Levilactobacillus and Lactiplantibacillus are the dominant genera, with the highest abundance observed in the 10% sugar concentration group (P<0.05). In the later fermentation stage, the 30% sugar concentration group accumulates more alcohols, sugars, and organic acids, resulting in a more harmonious flavor profile. According to the partial least squares discriminant analysis (PLS-DA), 16 key metabolites are identified. Additionally, correlation analysis reveals that the two dominant genera are significantly associated with the metabolism of 9 and 12 flavor substances, respectively. [Conclusion] Moderate reduction of sugar concentration contributes to microbial community function and flavor substance synthesis.

Proteomics Of Tribute Citrus Turbid Juice And Characteristic Analysis Of Cloudy Proteins, Wang Feng, Liu Zhen, Ma Lukai, Wang Qin, Xiao Gengsheng, Liu Dongjie

Food and Machinery

[Objective] This study aims to investigate the characteristics of protein components and the types of cloudy proteins in Tribute citrus turbid juice. [Methods] Proteomics was used to analyze the proteomic features of the supernatant proteins and precipitated proteins in Tribute citrus turbid juice. [Results] There were significant differences in the electrophoresis bands of the supernatant proteins and precipitated proteins in Tribute citrus turbid juice. Compared with the supernatant proteins, precipitated proteins contained 2 897 differential proteins, including 2 487 up-regulated differential proteins and 410 down-regulated differential proteins. The up-regulated differential proteins in Tribute citrus turbid juice were mainly enriched in …

Quantitative Detection Of Chicken And Duck Derivatives In Pork Products Based On Digital Pcr Technique, Yang Xiaoli, Xin Le, Cui Ying, Li Hongduo, You Yaning

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To establish a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) quantitative detection method for chicken and duck adulteration in pork. [Methods] Primers and probes are designed based on single-copy genes specific to porcine, duck, and chicken. Then, a digital PCR quantitative detection method is established for derivatives in meat products, while verification is conducted on the detection limit, sensitivity, and specificity of the method. Additionally, a conversion coefficient K is introduced to convert copy number into the mass fraction of meat. Afterwards, the established method is applied to detect adulteration in 20 commercially available meat product samples. [Results] A digital PCR quantitative …

Effects Of Theaflavins And Modified Atmosphere Packaging On The Quality Of Air-Dried Hairtail (Trichiurus Lepturus) During Refrigerated Storage, Feng Chenxuan, Zhan Yuexiang, Shui Shanshan, Lin Huimin, Zhang Bin

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To investigate the effects of combined treatment with theaflavins and modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) on the quality of air-dried hairtail (Trichiurus lepturus) during refrigerated storage. [Methods] Several indices of air-dried hairtail are measured during refrigerated storage, including peroxide value (PV), thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARS), DPPH radical scavenging activity, hydroxyl radical scavenging activity, superoxide anion radical scavenging activity, and total bacterial count (TBC). [Results] The combination of 70% CO2+30% N2 MAP and 0.3 g/kg theaflavins significantly inhibits the increase in PV and TBARS values (P<0.05), enhances the free radical scavenging capacity (P<0.05), and results in higher sensory evaluation scores. Moreover, the TBC of air-dried hairtail treated with 70% CO2+30% N2 MAP and 0.3 g/kg theaflavins is found to be significantly lower than that of other groups (P<0.05). After 10 days of refrigerated storage, the TBC is 5.40 log(CFU/g), which is 46.27% lower than that of the control group. Correlation analysis indicates a close relationship between the degree of lipid oxidation, spoilage, and antioxidant capacity. [Conclusion] The quality of air-dried hairtail during storage is effectively maintained by the combined treatment of 70% CO2+30% N2 MAP and 0.3 g/kg theaflavins.

Effects Of Electron Beam Irradiation On Physicochemical Properties And Edible Quality Of Guangxi Fragrant Rice, Chen Xiuxia, Zhang Bin

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To investigate the effect of electron beam irradiation (EBI) on the storage quality of high-moisture Guangxi fragrant rice. [Methods] High-moisture fragrant rice is subjected to electron beam irradiation in varying doses (1 to 5 kGy). Then, changes in its physicochemical properties and edible quality are studied during storage. [Results] After low-dose EBI treatment, no significant change is observed in the moisture content of the fragrant rice. During storage, the growth rates of lipase activity and fatty acid value decrease in the irradiated fragrant rice, with inhibited microbial proliferation. Compared with non-irradiated fragrant rice, the irradiated fragrant rice exhibits slowly …

Mechanisms Of Licochalcone A In Inhibiting Tumor Growth Via Lncrna-Cdc 42bpa-Ampk/Mtor Axis, Shi Zhan, Yao Meicun, Shi Xianyong, Tan Panpan

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To investigate the molecular mechanism by which licochalcone A inhibits colorectal cancer growth through regulation of the AMPK/mTOR signaling axis via long non-coding RNAs (LncRNAs). [Methods] Human colorectal cancer HCT 116 cells and a nude mouse subcutaneous xenograft model were used. Cell proliferation was assessed by CCK-8 and EdU assays, and cell migration was evaluated by wound healing and Transwell assays. Quantitative PCR (qPCR) was employed to detect the expression levels of proliferation- and migration-related markers, and Western blotting was performed to analyze the expression of proteins related to the AMPK/mTOR pathway. Differential expressed LncRNAs in HCT 116 cells …

Extraction And Analysis Of Structural Characterization And Antioxidant Activity Of Polysaccharides From Xiaobai Apricots, Chen Lin, Abudureheman Buhailiqiemu, Jiang Luxi, Tang Rui, Zhang Jianlin, Gao Zhihui

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To explore the extraction process and structural characterization of polysaccharides from Xiaobai apricots. [Methods] Xinjiang Xiaobai apricots are used as raw materials. The extraction process of Xiaobai apricot polysaccharides is optimized using response surface methodology (RSM). The structural properties of the polysaccharides are characterized by high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), differential refractometry, and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The antioxidant activity is evaluated by measuring the scavenging abilities of DPPH radicals, ABTS+ radicals, and hydroxyl radicals. [Results] The optimal extraction conditions are determined as a solid-to-liquid ratio of 1∶40 (g/mL), extraction time of 6 h, and …

Differential Analysis Of Volatile Oil Components In Artemisia Dracunculus L. From Different Plant Parts And Growth Years, Hou Chunjing, Guo Qin, Yang Jialu, Liu Zhonghao, Chang Zhitian

Food and Machinery

[Objective] This study investigates variations in the chemical composition of volatile oils extracted from different plant parts and growth ages of Artemisia dracunculus L. [Methods] The volatile oil components are analyzed using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS). Differential analysis is performed using cluster heatmaps and orthogonal partial least squares-discriminant analysis (OPLS-DA). [Results] The roots, stems, and leaves contain 27, 27, and 47 compounds, respectively. The leaves exhibit the highest chemical diversity, with most compounds present in relatively high concentrations. Certain compounds, such as elemicin, are exclusively detected in the stems and roots. While absent in the leaves, elemicin is particularly abundant …

Comparison Of Amino Acids And Volatile Flavor Compounds In Various Parts Of Ternary Pig Meat, Li Rui, Wang Jingyu, Shi Xixiong, Zhang Aiwen, Yu Xuan, Xu Linna

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To scientifically evaluate the differences of amino acids and volatile flavor compounds in various parts of Ternary pig meat. [Methods] The composition of amino acids and volatile flavor compounds in front leg meat, hind leg meat, and longissimus dorsi muscle of the Ternary pig is compared and analyzed. [Results] The total amino acid content of fore limb meat, hind limb meat, and longissimus dorsi muscle is 16.13, 15.69, and 17.26 g/100 g, respectively. The essential amino acid content is 6.33, 6.12, and 6.71 g/100 g, respectively. The non-essential amino acid content is 9.79, 9.57, and 10.56 g/100 g, respectively. …

Effects Of Different Sterilization Methods On The Physicochemical Properties And Volatile Compounds Of Pomegranate Juice, Gu Junhua, Xing Xiaoke

Food and Machinery

[Objective] This study aims to evaluate the effects of different sterilization methods on the physicochemical properties, phenolic compounds, and aroma components of pomegranate juice, providing a scientific basis for selecting sterilization techniques in pomegranate juice processing. [Methods] 'Tunisia' soft-seed pomegranate juice is subjected to pasteurization (PS), ultrasound (US), high-pressure processing (HPP), and microwave sterilization (MS), respectively. Physicochemical properties and volatile compound content are determined. [Results] HPP demonstrates superior performance in preserving pomegranate juice quality compared to other treatments. PS treatment significantly reduces the redness value from 16.82 to 12.37 and results in the highest total color difference of 4.82, indicating …

Application Of Stable High Internal Phase Emulsions Based On Wheat Bran Water Extract In Cakes, Zhang Jing, Wang Lifeng, Xiong Wenfei, Ye Xinwei

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To investigate the application of high internal phase emulsions (HIPEs) stabilized by wheat bran water extract as a butter substitute in cakes. [Methods] Cakes were prepared by substituting butter with HIPEs stabilized by wheat bran water extract at different ratios, with a pure soybean oil group used as the control. The viscosity, relative density, and microstructure of the cake batter were systematically measured, and the textural properties, moisture distribution, color, X-ray diffraction (XRD) patterns, and flavor profiles of the cakes were comprehensively analyzed. [Results] With increasing substitution ratios of HIPEs, the a* value of the cakes increased while the …

Extraction Process Optimization And Antioxidant Activity Of Total Flavonoids From Pomelo Peel By Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents Combined With Microwaves, Xie Wen, Zhang Shuo, Wang Fang, Huang Xinyi

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To optimize the extraction process of total flavonoids from pomelo peel by natural deep eutectic solvents (NADES) combined with microwaves. [Methods] The extraction ability of flavonoids from pomelo peel is analyzed among three NADES and conventional extractants combined with microwaves. Additionally, the extraction process is optimized by response surface experiment, and the antioxidant activity of the extracts is evaluated. [Results] The optimal total flavonoid extraction rate is 2.20 percent at a liquid-solid ratio of 23∶1 (mL/g), a water content of 29%, an extraction temperature of 73 ℃, and a microwave time of 40 seconds. Under these conditions, the DPPH …

Research Progress In Regulating The Egg White Emulsification Properties By Structured Modification, Yang Fanghan, Ai Minmin, Wang Ziyuan, Guo Shanguang, Xiao Nan

Food and Machinery

Egg white, valued for its high protein content and superior food functional properties, is widely utilized in food processing. The amphiphilic structure and surface activity of egg white proteins enable effective adsorption at oil-water interfaces, reducing interfacial tension and forming stable interfacial films. Therefore, egg white proteins exhibit a robust interfacial regulation capacity in emulsion systems. This review systematically outlines the characteristics and formation mechanisms of multi-scale emulsion systems of egg white proteins (nano-emulsions, Pickering emulsions, and high internal phase Pickering emulsions). Additionally, a summary is presented of the research progress on the chemical/physical modification mechanisms of egg white emulsification …

Research And Application Progress Of Functional Raw Materials For Blood Glucose-Lowering Foods, Wang Zhenwu, Chen Xiaoqing, Ding Ning, Chen Yaling, Chen Xumeng, Xia Xinbin

Food and Machinery

Type 2 diabetes mellitus involves a variety of pathological mechanisms. Chinese medicine treatment often employs the Chinese medicinal materials such as Coptidis Rhizoma and Astragali Radix with both medicinal and edible values to achieve multi-target synergistic blood glucose-lowering effects. Using these materials as the main ingredients to develop functional foods such as meal replacements, snacks, and drinks for lowering blood glucose becomes an innovative strategy for managing type 2 diabetes mellitus. This paper systematically reviews five blood glucose-lowering mechanisms of functional foods and drug ingredients, including protection of islet β-cells, enhancement of insulin sensitivity, inhibition of α-amylase, regulation of lipid …

Research Progress On Functional Characteristics Of Bioactive Substances And Preservation And Processing Technologies Of Clausena Lansium, Liao Lisui, Gang Jie, Jiang Aili, Zhao Tong

Food and Machinery

Clausena lansium is a fruit with both medicinal and edible value, widely distributed in southern China. It is rich in polysaccharides, amino acids, flavonoids, phenols, alkaloids, and terpenoids, which exhibit various pharmacological effects such as antioxidant, antitumor, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial activities. However, C.lansium is highly perishable and difficult to preserve. Therefore, preservation technologies such as ethylene inhibitors, low-temperature storage, film coating, and modified atmosphere packaging are applied to extend its shelf life. This paper reviews the latest research progress on the main bioactive substances, pharmacological effects, postharvest preservation, and food processing and utilization of C.lansium, and provides an outlook on …

Relational Histories: Exploring The Transmission Of Ceramic Technology In The Norton Sound Region Through Petrographic Analysis, Laurel Michelle Diciuccio

Dissertations and Theses

Ceramic technology in the Bering Strait region of the North American Arctic dates to approximately 2,500 BP and is broadly divided into two traditions: the Early Arctic (Norton, pre-1,500 BP) and the Late Arctic (Thule, post-1,500 BP). While Arctic ceramic studies have focused on raw material sourcing, vessel use, and cooking performance, this research investigates forming methods and ceramic fabrics to better understand their place in the technological behavioral chain. This approach fills a gap in the literature by centering on vessel construction and offers new insights from Norton Sound sites, including type sites Iyatayet and Nukleet.

Macroscopic and petrographic …

Preparation Of Porous Purple Clay Ceramic Balls And Their Application In The Aging Of Fuyuxiangxing Baijiu, Xu Haifeng, Yao Maojun, Liang Chaoyu, Jin Xiqing, Yu Ji

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To investigate the effect of porous purple clay ceramic materials on the aging quality of Fuyuxiangxing Baijiu, thereby optimizing the aging process. [Methods] Porous purple clay ceramic balls are prepared and characterized using field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM) and a surface area estimation model. Then, a single-factor experiment is designed to quantitatively analyze 23 main volatile flavor substances via gas chromatography. Combining physicochemical properties with sensory evaluation, the effect of temperature, the addition amount of porous purple clay ceramic balls, and treatment time on the quality of the Baijiu is studied. [Results] Porous purple clay ceramic balls possess …

Research Progress In Detection Methods Of Lysinoalanine, Xia Yimiao, Chen Qumei, Chen Fusheng, Luo Shuangqun

Food and Machinery

Lysinoalanine (LAL) is a cross-linked amino acid formed through the addition of lysine and dehydroalanine. High-protein foods are prone to forming LAL during food processing (such as alkaline treatment, heat treatment). LAL may induce nephrotoxicity, affect human digestive function, and can also reduce the content of essential amino acids in food, reducing the nutritional value of food. Currently, LAL quantification primarily relies on liquid chromatography (LC) and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) methods. This study reviews and discusses the detection methods of LAL from three aspects: pretreatment, derivatization, and instrumental detection, aiming to provide insights for developing high-sensitivity, more accurate, and …