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Genome Wide Association Study (Gwas) On Different Economic Traits And Epigenetic Stability Of Sweetpotato In Louisiana, Ajay Dhungana

LSU Doctoral Dissertations

Sweetpotato [Ipomoea batatas (L.) Lam] is a globally important food, feed, and industrial crop, yet its improvement is constrained by a complex hexaploid genome, clonal propagation, and susceptibility to multiple diseases. In Louisiana, production is threatened primarily by Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. batatas (Fusarium wilt) and Ceratocystis fimbriata (Black rot). Furthermore, the in vitro propagation methods essential for disease-free planting material and germplasm conservation can introduce epigenetic instability that undermines clonal fidelity. This dissertation integrates genome-wide association studies (GWAS), genotype by environment interaction (GEI) and DNA methylation profiling to dissect resistance mechanisms and assess epigenetic stability in Louisiana sweetpotato …

Government Goes Goop, Jennifer D. Oliva

Emory Law Journal Online

This Article argues that the appointment of prominent wellness and antivaccine figures to senior federal health positions marks the culmination of a long-running evolution in American health fraud—from nineteenth-century traveling medicine shows to the institutional capture of government health agencies. Drawing a direct lineage from patent medicine marketing to contemporary wellness conspiracism, this Article demonstrates how tactics perfected by early medicine show entrepreneurs—emotional manipulation, conspiratorial framing, anti-establishment positioning, and the exploitation of information asymmetries—have persisted across regulatory and technological shifts, ultimately achieving unprecedented political legitimacy.

This Article traces this evolution through the deregulated supplement marketplace created by the Dietary Supplement …

The Development Of A Framework To Classify Medication Deprescribing Among Patients With Type 2 Diabetes In Primary Care Practices, Puja B Gandhi, Yoav Jacob, Joeita F Macfield, Gia Merlo, Stefanie M Meyer, Shivani S Patel, Caroline Rhéaume, Kara L Staffier, Madeline Watson, Micaela C Karlsen

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

No abstract provided.

Creating Sustainable School And Home Gardens: Creative Ways To Store Seeds, Aurora Hughes Villa, Kaitlin U. Campbell, Rita Hagevik, Kathy Cabe Trundle

All Current Publications

Seed saving, the practice of collecting and preserving seeds from plants (e.g., vegetables, herbs, and flowers), allows them to be planted in future seasons. It’s commonly used by home gardeners, farmers, and seed stewards. This fact sheet provides information on seed storage, cultural and historical connections, seed rematriation, creative ways to store seeds, and creative uses for seeds. Many resources are included.

Domains That Influence Underrepresented Community Wellbeing And Engagement: A Literature Review, Nicole Sung, Mei Lin Chen-Lim, Phd, Rn, Ccrc, Aunja Richards, Bis, Florence Ling, Phd

Student Papers, Posters & Projects

Introduction

Inner-city neighborhoods, such as those in Philadelphia, vary in demographics, resources, access, safety, and overall health. Local non-profits that serve these communities require more understanding of the areas they serve to efficiently align resources and meet the local community needs. Community partnerships, including youth in the community, are key informants as they share lived experiences, navigate neighborhood conditions, and identify barriers and priorities.

Teacher Retention: Supporting New Teachers, Kathy Sobolewski, Amanda Butler, Jennifer Zakrzewski

Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina

Our nation is undergoing a severe shortage of teachers. According to Think Impact, K-12 classroom teachers are the most burned out in comparison to every other profession, with about 40% of teachers leaving the education field in the first five years (Craft, 2024). Starrett et al. (2023) identified school factors such as dissatisfaction with the school administration, work-life balance, and school discipline problems as reasons for teachers to choose a second career. The researchers also found that class size and limited autonomy are strongly associated with emotional exhaustion, thus contributing to teachers exiting the field...

Curriculum And Instruction Lessons Learned From Elementary Education Student Teacher Reflections, Ashley Anderson-Murray, Greta Freeman

Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina

Teacher candidates often find reflection as a topic of discussion and implementation in their university, education program courses. The purpose of this grounded theory (Strauss & Corbin, 1994) research study was to identify attitudes, questions and concerns of undergraduate elementary education student teachers through written reflections during the student teaching semester. The study revealed eight major themes related to the student teaching assignment and experience.

Soil Microbial Biomass And Organic Carbon Fractions Under Different Natural Restoration Years In Arid Coal Mining Subsidence Areas In Xinjiang, China, Xiao Li, Bi Yinli, Wang Dongdong, Li Jianfeng, Gong Hanlin, Deng Aojuan, Hou Wensheng

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective This study aims to elucidate the influence of the natural restoration process on changes in soil microbial biomass and organic carbon fractions in coal mining subsidence areas. This effort will provide a crucial scientific foundation for understanding the natural ecological restoration process and carbon accumulation dynamics in arid coal mining subsidence areas.Methods Arid coal mining subsidence areas in Xinjiang, China were investigated in this study. Using the space-for-time substitution approach, sample plots were selected from an unmined area and areas having undergone natural restoration for one, three, eight, and 12 years. Subsequently, systematic analyses were conducted on the …

Commonwealth Times 2026-03-25

Commonwealth Times, 1969-

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Predictors Of Employment Attrition In Lebanon During Multifaceted Crises: The Role Of Chronic Diseases – A National Cross-Sectional Study, Myriam Dagher, Ali Abboud, Ghada E. Saad, Rita Itani, Rindala Fayyad, Hala Ghattas Ph.D., Stephen J. Mccall, Jocelyn Dejong, Malak Ghezzawi, Nisreen Salti, Sasha Fahme, Serena Canaan

Faculty Publications

The COVID-19 pandemic and Lebanon’s ongoing economic crisis exacerbated existing workforce and health disparities. This study explored the predictors of employment attrition during Lebanon’s concurrent crises and examined the association between chronic conditions and employment attrition. This cross-sectional study recruited adults aged 19–64 years residing in Lebanon through random digit dialing (January – July 2024). Data collected included socio-demographics, household characteristics, employment history and characteristics, and self-reported chronic conditions. The outcome was loss of paid employment (employment attrition) during the crises. Predictors were identified through a Least Absolute Shrinkage and Selection Operator (LASSO) regression, and model discrimination and calibration were …

Fisheries Occasional Publication No. 151 - Response To 2025 External Review Of Integrated Stock Assessments For Key Wa Demersal Indicator Stocks, Brett Crisafulli, Emily A. Fisher, Matias Braccini, Rubie Evans-Powell, Fabian I. Trinnie, Ainslie Denham, S. A. Hesp

Fisheries Occasional Publications

Consistent with national trends, the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is transitioning to the globally recognised Stock Synthesis (SS) platform to support more robust, transparent, and internationally aligned assessments. To ensure this transition remains scientifically sound, DPIRD commissioned an independent expert review in 2025, following a previous review in 2024. The 2025 review was conducted by Professor André Punt and focused on integrated models for three key WA fish stocks: red emperor in the Kimberley, WA dhufish in the southern West Coast Bioregion, and sandbar shark at the statewide level. This publication summarises the findings and recommendations …

What Does Next-Generation Mass Spectrometry Offer For Proteomics? A Comprehensive Platform Comparison, Filipa Blasco Tavares Pereira Lopes, Daniela Schlatzer, Tara Sudhadevi, Anantha Harijith, Marzieh Ayati, Mehmet Koyutürk, Mark R. Chance

Computer Science Faculty Publications

Next-generation mass spectrometry platforms (Orbitrap Astral, timsTOF Ultra) are reshaping proteomics by enhancing analytical depth and sensitivity. We compared these platforms against Orbitrap Exploris 480 using neonatal mouse lung tissues from a bronchopulmonary dysplasia model (n = 12), employing four acquisition strategies: Exploris 480 DDA/DIA, Astral HR-DIA, and timsTOF Ultra DIA-PASEF. All platforms identified ∼4000 proteins in common, with 98% proteome coverage of data-dependent acquisition (DDA) identifications using data-independent (DIA) methods and 92% concordance between next-generation systems. Orbitrap Astral and timsTOF Ultra quantified >225,000 peptides and 13,000 proteins, representing ∼800% and ∼300% greater depth than Exploris 480 DDA, respectively. …

Ole Miss Launches Americorps Program Mentoring Youth Statewide, Marvis Herring

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi junior Lauren McKay changed her major three times before she found herself sitting across from a group of Oxford High School students, talking about geometry, strained relationships and how to push through the things you'd rather not do.

Efficacy Of Individualised Homoeopathic Medicines As An Adjunct To Conventional Iron And Folic-Acid Supplementation In Iron Deficiency Anaemia Among Reproductive-Aged Women: Single-Blind, Randomised, Placebo-Controlled Trial, Avidipta Hazra, Tanmay Sarkar, Debarsi Das, Rakesh Ghosh, Chandrani Ghosh

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: Iron deficiency anaemia (IDA) is a major public health concern affecting women of reproductive age globally. If left untreated, it can cause various health issues including fatigue, shortness of breath, abnormal heart rhythms, chest pain, and complications during pregnancy. Objectives: To evaluate the efficacy of individualised homoeopathic medicines (IHMs) with iron and folic acid supplement (IFS) in treatment of iron deficiency among reproductive-aged women, in comparison with placebos with IFS. Methods: Single-blind, randomised, placebo-controlled clinical trial was conducted over total six months at the outpatient-department, of which participants received interventions and outcome assessments for three months. Reproductive women (15–49 …

Quantifying Regional Variation Of Lipid Metabolism In The Brain, Martin D. Sorensen

Undergraduate Honors Theses

Apolipoprotein E gene (APOE) and its associated isoforms are the most significant genetic risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease (AD). The common alleles, APOE2/3/4, exhibit a protective/neutral/risk-inducing impact on sporadic AD development respectively. Our lab’s research focuses on APOE modification of the brain proteome and lipidome, with an emphasis on regional regulation and interest in assessing how APOE4 affects regulation differently between distinct regions of the brain. This thesis presents an analysis of cryosectioned brain samples harvested from young APOE knock-in mice. Using metabolic labeling with deuterated water, we measure turnover and dietary sourcing of lipids. We observe significant differences in …

Indian Standard For Alfalfa (Medicago Sativa L.), Kumar Vivekanand, Daisy Katarmal, Indra Gaurav Saxena, Binit Dwivedi, Divya Taneja, Shrishti Dixit, Raj Kumar Manchanda

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Traditional systems of medicine remain integral to global healthcare, yet variability in herbal raw materials has long challenged their scientific validation and regulatory acceptance. Differences in environmental conditions, harvesting, processing and formulation techniques significantly influence the herb's phytochemical composition, potency, and therapeutic outcomes. Standardisation is therefore essential to ensure safety, efficacy, reproducibility, and regulatory credibility. In this context, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has developed Indian Standards for medicinal plants and homoeopathic preparations. This article presents an overview of IS 18978:2024, Alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.) for Use in Traditional Medicine—Specification, and IS 19135:2025, Alfalfa Hydro-alcoholic Extract for Use …

Fasting-Based Dietary Interventions In Cancer Patients And Survivors: A Scoping Review, Kuang-Yi Wen, Julianne Freedman, Abenezer Melaku Tafese, William Kevin Kelly, Nicole L Simone

Department of Medical Oncology Faculty Papers

Background: Fasting-based interventions are increasingly investigated as adjuncts to cancer treatment for the potential to reduce therapy-related toxicities, improve metabolic health, and enhance quality of life. However, clinical evidence regarding their efficacy, tolerability, and acceptability remains limited and fragmented. This scoping review aimed to systematically map the current evidence on fasting-based interventions in cancer patients and survivors.

Methods: A literature search was conducted in PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and CINAHL up to 10 June 2025. Eligible interventional studies included cancer patients or survivors and evaluated fasting-based interventions, such as time-restricted eating, intermittent fasting, short-term fasting, or fasting-mimicking …

Engagement Patterns With #Naturalremedies On Tiktok: Formative Analysis, Apeksha Mewani, Corey H. Basch, Keanu Renne-Glover, Vincent Jones Ii, Cristiana Cordero, Adea Gutiqi

Publications and Research

This research letter provides formative evidence from a cross-sectional analysis of 118 TikTok videos under #NaturalRemedies, identifying content formats and expertise cues associated with higher engagement, while also demonstrating the feasibility of using engagement metrics and thematic coding to analyze health narratives on emerging platforms such as TikTok.

Bio 230 - Microbiology, Sarah Moroianu

Open Educational Resources

This open educational resource (OER) syllabus is designed for BIO 230: Microbiology at Lehman College, City University of New York (CUNY), a single-semester introductory microbiology course for non-biology majors such as Nursing, Dietetics, Health Education, and Physical Education. The course reviews microbial structure, metabolism, genetics, and microbial ecology, with applied emphasis on infectious disease, antimicrobial drugs, host immune defenses, and microbial diseases. The syllabus aligns course content with the freely available OpenStax Microbiology textbook (Parker et al., CC BY 4.0) and reflects accessibility best practices consistent with CUNY guidelines.

Evaluating The Absorption Capacity And Ph Level Properties Of Varying Ratios Of Garlic (Allium Sativum) And Onion (Allium Cepa) Peels For The Absorbent Core Of Sanitary Napkins, Rhys Mari C. Cortezano, Jezreel Keren C. Manait, Avryl Charlizze P. Sampan, Alyannah Dennise C. Castro, Isabelle C. Romero, June Ray O. Filler

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

Considering the need for sustainable and enhanced menstrual hygiene products, this study aimed to assess the absorption capacity and average pH value of varying ratios of onion (Allium cepa) and garlic (Allium sativum) peels in developing an eco-friendly absorbent core for sanitary napkins. Employing a pre-experimental one-shot case design, the experimental group undergoes pH and absorbency tests. The evaluation focused on measures of absorbency and pH levels of the sanitary napkin cores made from three different fiber ratios: 6g onion-4g garlic, 4g onion-6g garlic, and 5g onion-5g garlic, each combined with 10g of organic cotton. Results indicated that Ratio 3 …

Fitness Odyssey: The Development Of A Fitness Application For Gamifying Habit-Forming Activities That Improve The Physical Health Of Grade 12 Students, Denzyll Yuro B. Umali, Ruzzel Rey P. Barredo None, Karl Nikolai S. Parra, Frederik Louise Rosales, Myrla De Luna Torres

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

The increasing prevalence of sedentary behavior among adolescents, inadvertently from the rapid integration of technology in day-to-day lives, raises concerns about the physical health of modern lifestyles. As teenagers and students spend more time on their phones, there is an urgent need to reframe digital tools as a solution for inactivity. This study aims to develop and evaluate Fitness Odyssey, a fitness application that gamifies physical activities, making them more engaging and rewarding for adolescents. The application tracks six primary exercises—walking, push-ups, sit-ups, squats, jumping jacks, and lunges—using a mobile phone’s accelerometer, developed with the Godot software engine. The research …

Classroom Exercise Breaks In Central South Carolina:‘It’S Not A Well-Oiled Machine’ But ‘Kids Are Happy And Productive’, Erin K. Howie, Russell R. Pate

Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina

In order to comply with state physical activity policies and increase physical activity of students, schools have begun to implement classroom exercise breaks. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the prevalence and characteristics of existing classroom exercise breaks in elementary schools in central South Carolina. Principals in elementary schools in central South Carolina were invited to participate in a brief online survey and phone interview about classroom exercise breaks. Principals reported varied types of classroom exercise breaks but described many benefits of exercise breaks including improved student behavior and attention. Providing resources and example activities, training teachers to …

A Qualitative Study Of Daily Physical Activity In Community-Based Learning Settings With Recommendations For Teachers And Administrators, Dolores A. Stegelin, Katherine Evans, Jennifer Wagner

Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina

Excess weight among children is a growing concern for parents and professionals. Daily physical activity of children in early learning settings has not been well researched. However, there is increasing attention being given to this issue. The White House Task Force on Childhood Obesity submitted a report in 2011 identifying settings, programs and policies that support the prevention of obesity for young children (F as in Fat 2010 p. 68). This article describes the qualitative findings of a study of daily physical activity of 4-7 year olds in early learning settings. Recommendations are made for teachers and administrators of young …

Take Charge: Assigning Class Roles And Responsibilities To African American Male Students To Raise Student Achievement, Kristen Taylor Nicholson

Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina

This action research study focused on how the implementation of classroom roles and responsibilities affected fifth grade African American male students' achievement within their learning environment. This study grew from a need to enhance the achievement of this group within the school, as based on previous standardized test data as well as classroom observations and fall discipline data. The assignment and facilitation of roles and responsibilities within the learning environment encouraged a common productive space and an ownership of the learning to shift and be shared among all members. The teacher and students identified areas of need, designed jobs, applied …

Full Issue: Volume 4, 2011, Christopher Burkett

Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina

This file contains the full issue of TEJSC, including front matter, table of contents, editorial notes, and articles.

Digital Challenges Experienced By Older Adults In Hidalgo County, Migdalia (Dee) Ochoa

Staying Safe, Smart, and Well Online: Empowering Older Adults in the Digital Age

No abstract provided.

Balancing The Ideal While Keeping It Real: The Lived Experiences Of Lasallian Content Creators Engaged In Lifestyle Marketing, Veronica Grace M. Cerda, Alberto Edgar P. Medina V, Lisa Marie C. Roessler

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

TikTok and Instagram have become global platforms where Generation Z influencers engage audiences through lifestyle content. Lasallian students influencers experience complexities when balancing their idealized online image, identity, moral responsibilities, and the psycho-emotional impacts of content creation while still following the values of De La Salle University-Manila. The study employed a descriptive qualitative design and conducted in-depth semi-structured interviews with eight Lasallian influencers, aged 18–27, who create content on TikTok and Instagram. Thematic analysis revealed that the Lasallian identity plays a significant role in shaping content. Authenticity and the real self manifest in different forms, such as genuine, forced, or …

Spatiotemporal Risk Analysis Of Fall Armyworms (Spodoptera Frugiperda) Using Growth Indicators In Tarlac, Philippines, Frans Josef Gotis De Justo, Reese Gianna Hernandez Gollod, Katherine Samantha Salvador Manaig, Mary Dominique Vargas Padilla, Angela Nicole S. Masongsong

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

In recent years, Fall Armyworm (FAW) reports have steadily increased in warmer regions of various continents, causing significant losses in the agricultural sector, especially in staple crops such as rice, corn, and sorghum. The pest species travels across warmer areas by riding wind currents and targeting crops. To combat FAW, farmers have developed and improved pesticide formulas and other control strategies, as the pest has shown resistance to many commercial pesticides used. However, FAW monitoring remains a challenge for the agricultural sector. With the agricultural nature of the Philippines,  it is crucial to monitor the pest's spread behavior in order …

Pathway Mapping Of Bioactive Compounds In Guyabano (Annona Muricata) Leaves On Anti-Diabetic Proteins Found In Homo Sapiens, Miryea Andrea Cayetano, Gabrielle Micha Co, Akhicko Beatrize Simone Tablazon Facilan Ms, Jane Abigail M. Santiago-Santos

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

Diabetes is a global health concern, leading to increased efforts to explore alternative treatments. Annona muricata, commonly known as Guyabano, is frequently used in traditional medicine, particularly its leaves and fruits, to alleviate symptoms associated with diabetes. However, despite its widespread use, limited research has explored the molecular mechanisms of bioactive compounds in A. muricata leaves in relation to anti-diabetic effects. This study aimed to bridge this gap by using in silico methods to examine the interactions between bioactive compounds from A. muricata leaves and human proteins implicated in anti-diabetic activity. Bioinformatics tools, including molecular docking and pathway mapping, were …

Impact Of Sugar Content And Ph Levels On The Microbial Load Of Street Food Dipping Sauces, Maffae Ashley L. Padernal, Yeinniel Miguel D. Cao, Jamie M. Velasquez, John Albert D. Gurtiza

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

Foodborne illnesses cause millions of deaths annually, posing a significant public health concern, particularly in regions with thriving street food cultures like the Philippines. This study investigated how sugar content and pH levels in street food dipping sauces affect microbial growth. Six sauce samples were prepared with varying sugar (25g, 50g, 75g) and pH levels (4.0, 3.6, 3.1). Microbial load was measured using the Standard Plate Count (SPC) method. While a moderate sugar concentration (50g) showed the lowest microbial load, this difference was not statistically significant (p=0.77). However, pH significantly impacted microbial growth (p=0.0034), with pH 3.6 showing the lowest …