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Taking From The Most Vulnerable: Legal Implications Of Seizing Federal Benefits From Foster Kids, Lucy Johnston-Walsh

Seton Hall Law Review

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The Assimmigration Matrix: Dismantling Families And Assimilating The Children Left Behind, Jamie C. Cooper

Seton Hall Law Review

No abstract provided.

Taking Proximate Causation Seriously: Moderating Felony Murder Injustice When The Killer Is On The Other Team, Maria T. Kolar

Seton Hall Law Review

No abstract provided.

The Real Story Of Nepa Litigation In Clean Energy Permitting, Anna Mance

Seton Hall Law Review

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Taking A Step Back: Revisiting Compassionate Release After The First Step Act, Robert Campbell

Seton Hall Law Review

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The Second-Happiest Place On Earth: Visiting Infinite Arbitration And Moses H. Cone Through The Lens Of Piccolo V. Disney, Benjamin Cooper

Seton Hall Law Review

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Translational Ultrasound-Photoacoustic Imaging For Quantitative And Functional Cancer Diagnosis, Yixiao Lin

McKelvey School of Engineering Graduate Student Theses & Dissertations

Cancer remains a leading cause of death worldwide, underscoring the need for imaging technologies that provide both structural and functional insights into cancer biology. Photoacoustic imaging (PAI), which detects ultrasonic signals generated by optical absorption, combines the strengths of both modalities, achieving optical contrast with ultrasonic resolution and depth. When co-registered with ultrasound (US), the hybrid US-PAI platform offers a unique combination of high-resolution anatomical and functional imaging that can improve cancer diagnosis, characterization, and treatment monitoring. This dissertation explores the clinical translation of US-PAI through innovations in imaging system design, computational analysis, and clinical validation across three major cancer …

Towards Fair Sequential Resource Allocation: Algorithmic Designs, Interventions, And Evaluations, Ashwin Kumar

McKelvey School of Engineering Graduate Student Theses & Dissertations

This thesis develops a comprehensive framework for fair sequential resource allocation in multi-agent systems where a centralized allocator coordinates actions under global feasibility constraints, while satisfying preferences of different agents. Ranging from ridesharing platforms and homelessness intervention programs to power grid management, such systems play a critical role in shaping access to essential resources. Yet, existing approaches to resource allocation often prioritize aggregate utility, leading to systematic inequities across individuals and groups, particularly in sequential settings where decisions unfold over time. To address this challenge, we introduce the Distributed Evaluation, Centralized Allocation (DECA) framework, which unifies a broad class of …

Proceedings Of The 4th Research In High Performance Sports Colloquium (Hpsc 2025), Sultan Qaboos University

Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal

No abstract provided.

Inferring Disease Progression Networks To Predict Comorbidities, Nolan Stuessy

Honors Capstone Projects and Theses

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Exploring The Role Of Human Pioneer Factors On Hiv Transcription Through Rna Interference Screening, Zachary Comella

Harriet L Wilkes Honors College Theses 2020 - Present

Per the World Health Organization, approximately 40 million individuals live with the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) worldwide. Antiretroviral therapy (ART) against HIV limits viral replication but does not eradicate the virus. This is mainly due to the presence of long lived CD4+ T cells harboring transcriptionally silenced integrated proviruses, hidden from the immune system, which are, however, ready to reinitiate a spreading infection as soon as treatment is interrupted. To develop novel strategies to block virus reactivation without treatment, a deep understanding of host factors contributing to HIV transcriptional regulation is needed. Pioneer factors (PFs) are a unique type of …

Accessing Cation And Anion Redox In Mixed-Valent One-Dimensional Iron-Chalcogenides, Na1.5fe1s2–Xsex(X = 0, 1, And 2), For Na-Ion Batteries, Santhoshkumar Sundaramoorthy, Milad Aghayi-Anaraki, Sutapa Bhattacharya, Amitava Choudhury

Chemistry Faculty Research & Creative Works

Sodium-ion batteries (NIBs) have attracted considerable attention as a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), owing to the abundance and low cost of sodium resources. Here, we investigate previously reported mixed-valent (Fe^3+/2+) one-dimensional (1D) iron chalcogenides: Na1.5FeS2, its selenide analogue Na1.5FeSe2, and newly developed solid solution Na1.5FeSSe, focusing on their synthesis, structural characterization, and electrochemical performance in NIBs. While the full Fe²⁺sulfide version (NaFeS2) of the compound is explored in solid-state cells for its dual cation–anion redox mechanism, we reveal the effect of anion substitution on the electrochemical behavior of Na1.5FeS2–xSex(x = 0, 1, …

My First Conversation With Chatgpt (February 22, 2023): Origins Of A Generative Dialogue, David Smith

Publications and Research

This working paper presents the first recorded interaction between the author and the generative AI system ChatGPT, written on February 22, 2023 during the initial weeks of a faculty sabbatical in Boston. The document preserves a complete and unedited transcript of an exploratory conversation conducted without predetermined research aims, marking the author’s first encounter with a large-language-model conversational interface. Although the exchange includes creative experimentation—including musical and poetic prompts—the discussion remains informal and wide-ranging, and no theoretical framework is articulated at this stage. Rather, this transcript is published as primary-source material documenting the moment of discovery and experimentation that precedes …

Gwtc-4.0: An Introduction To Version 4.0 Of The Gravitational-Wave Transient Catalog, A. G. Abac, Teviet Creighton, Mario C. Diaz, Raul Alberto Espinosa Perez, J. Lawrence, Francisco Llamas Villarreal, Soma Mukherjee, Volker Quetschke, Wenhui Wang

Physics & Astronomy Faculty Publications

The Gravitational-Wave Transient Catalog (GWTC) is a collection of short-duration (transient) gravitational-wave signals identified by the LIGO–Virgo–KAGRA Collaboration in gravitational-wave data produced by the eponymous detectors. The catalog provides information about the identified candidates, such as the arrival time and amplitude of the signal and properties of the signal’s source as inferred from the observational data. GWTC is the data release of this dataset, and version 4.0 extends the catalog to include observations made during the first part of the fourth LIGO–Virgo–KAGRA observing run up until 2024 January 31. This Letter marks an introduction to a collection of articles related …

Adolescent Children’S Risk Of Long Covid-19 Syndrome Based On Diet And Demographic Factors From An Online Survey, Christopher Waskewich

Journal of Social, Behavioral, and Health Sciences

Limited information is available on how coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has [JG1] affected adolescents regarding long-term health risks. This quantitative study focused on the effect of U.S. adolescents’ daily diet, race/ethnicity, levels of income, family level of education, access to health care, age, and comorbidities on the risks of long COVID-19 syndrome. I used the constructs of the health belief model to understand the impact of those variables. The online survey results (N = 298) found that adolescents whose daily vegetable consumption was more than daily recommendations (2–3 cups) had a lower odds ratio of having long COVID-19 syndrome …

Behavioral Health Interventions For Pediatric Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia: A Scoping Review, Carolyn R. Bates, Sydney M. Gibson, Peter R. Johnson, Sarah L. Hunt, Patrick Dyjak, Courtney A. Gibson, Christina M. Sharkey, Kimberly L. Klages

Student Publications

Background: Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) is the most common pediatric cancer, with significant advancements in treatment leading to over 90% five-year event-free survival rates in developed countries. However, disruptions in health behaviors during treatment, such as diet, activity, and sleep, can negatively impact treatment tolerance and increase risks of late effects. This scoping review aimed to assess the breadth of existing behavioral health interventions designed to improve immediate and long-term health outcomes for children and adolescents receiving treatment for ALL.

Method: The review focused on behavioral interventions for children (ages 2-18 years) undergoing active treatment for ALL. We followed the …

The Scandal Of The Incarnation, Donald Roth

Faculty Work Comprehensive List

"Humanity has always longed for a connection to something higher. Most religions offer some way to transcend the physical, and Christians have often shared that longing."

Posting about ­­­­­­­­the incarnation of Christ from In All Things, an online hub that offers insight into maintaining and faithful and orthodox Reformed Christian worldview while fearlessly engaging in every aspect of contemporary life – until all is made new.

The Scandal of the Incarnation

Advancing Louisiana's Cropping Systems: Sustainable Bioenergy Production, Cover Crops, And Technology Integration, Pedro R. Carrillo

LSU Doctoral Dissertations

The adoption of cover crops in Louisiana is lower than the national average, underscoring the need for region-specific research to address environmental challenges and demonstrate the short-term benefits of these practices within existing production systems. This research evaluated the integration of cover crops (CC) in energy cane (Saccharum spp.) and no-till cotton systems, focusing on their effects on soil health, nitrogen (N) management, and biomass production. Soil health indicators (SHIs), including enzymatic activities (β-glucosidase, β-glucosaminidase, and urease), protein N, inorganic N concentrations (nitrate and ammonium), soil organic matter (SOM), and microbial community composition assessed through ester-linked fatty acid …

Mind Over Injury: Exploring Mental Imagery As A Game Changer In Athlete Rehabilitation, Maria Angelina Budelman, Jeff Cherubini

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

GNYACSM Original Research

Mind Over Injury: Mental Imagery for Recovery

MARIA ANGELINA BUDELMAN, JEFF CHERUBINI Alumni Hall; Kinesiology; Manhattan University; Bronx, New York

Category: Undergraduate

Advisor / Mentor: Cherubini, Jeff ([email protected])

ABSTRACT According to the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), approximately five million injuries occur annually among collegiate athletes, many of which are associated with increased risks of negative mental health outcomes. As participation in collegiate athletics continues to grow, likely, both physical and psychological demands on athletes will also increase. Mental imagery (MI), the intentional practice of visualizing movements through the mind’s cognitive, emotional, and sensory processes, has been …

Combining Home Exercise, Fitbit Tracking, And Virtual Reality Mindfulness To Reduce Stress And Improve Cardiometabolic Health: A Physical Therapy Student Research Experience, Sharon A. Martino, Kelly Warren, John Calisi, Anthony Dicrescento, Mehran Mohamad, Gabrielle Lewin, Stefanie Gera, Ashley Youseffi, Steven Gengo

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

GNYACSM Original Research Abstract

Combining Home Exercise, Fitbit Tracking, and Virtual Reality Mindfulness to

Reduce Stress and Improve Cardiometabolic Health: A Physical Therapy Student

Research Experience

SHARON A MARTINO, KELLY A WARREN, ANTHONY DICRESCENTO, JOHN CALISI, MEHRAN

MOHAMMAD, STEFANIE GERA, ASHLEY YOUSEFFI, GABRIELLE LEWIN, STEVEN GENGO

Rehabilitation Research and Movement Performance Laboratory; Stony Brook University; Stony

Brook, NEW YORK

Category: Graduate

Advisor / Mentor: Martino, Sharon ([email protected])

ABSTRACT

Student engagement in research is critical to developing evidence-based practice and critical thinking skills in PT education.

Student-driven research fosters independence, collaboration, and a deeper understanding of the scientific process,

preparing future …

Subject Specific Autoencoders Reveal Terminal Stage Gait Variability In The Bruce Protocol, Ali Boolani, Azarang Asadi

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

General fatigue impacts both physiological and neuromuscular systems, leading to mechanical consequences in the musculoskeletal system that manifest as alterations and variability in gait patterns. The Bruce Protocol ends at maximal exertion, providing a window to study fatigue-linked gait deviations. Purpose: To investigate whether step-by-step gait during the terminal stages of the Bruce Protocol departs from a subject’s normal pattern. Methods: 24 Division I athletes completed the Bruce Protocol while spatiotemporal gait parameters were captured with OptoGait. Features included normalized parameters plus within- and between-limb variability metrics. Redundant features were removed using hierarchical clustering. A deep autoencoder was trained on …

Differential Associations Between Physical Activity Subtypes And Psychological Health In Sedentary Urban College Students, Rosselyn A. Charris, Bray Ilori, Galila Werber-Zion

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

College students often report high levels of stress and anxiety, which can negatively impact academic performance and overall well-being. Physical activity (PA) is widely recognized for its mental health benefits; however, PA encompasses various domains. Subtypes such as Leisure-Time Physical Activity (LTPA), Occupational Physical Activity (OPA), Transportation Physical Activity (TPA), and Domestic Physical Activity (DPA) may not yield the same psychological outcomes. Understanding how specific PA domains relate to mental health may offer insight into how daily routines influence psychological well-being in urban college students. PURPOSE: This study aimed to determine whether distinct types of PA are differentially associated with …

The Mode Of Physical Activity Does Not Affect Post-Prandial Blood Glucose Attenuation When Metabolically Matched, Tanathia Camacho, Adam E. Mohan, Thinh Le Mr., Levi Vazquez, Douglas J. Oberlin Ii

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

PURPOSE:

Postprandial hyperglycemia contributes to the development of chronic diseases such as diabetes mellitus. While post-meal physical activity (PA) is known to reduce blood glucose (BG), it remains unclear whether certain modes of PA are more effective than others when matched for energy expenditure. This study aims to compare the BG-attenuating effects of two energetically equivalent postprandial modes of PA.

METHODS:

Eleven healthy adults completed three randomized sessions, consisting of a 75g oral glucose challenge and either walking, stepping, or rest. Each session’s PA lasted 15 minutes and occurred between 45–60 minutes post-ingestion, when BG typically peaks. During PA both …

Surgical Management Of A Grade-Ii Anterior Talofibular Ligament Tear With Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome: A Case Report, Jake Finkelstein, Jessie Hirsch, Ofra A. Pottorf, Alex Rothstein

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

CASE HISTORY: A 21-year-old female with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS) sustained a right ankle inversion injury while stepping off a curb, resulting in acute pain, swelling, and inability to weightbear. Initial conservative treatment including rest, ice, and traditional physical therapy (PT) was initiated but failed to relieve symptoms. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) revealed a Grade-II ATFL tear with chronic instability. After three months of unsuccessful conservative management and persistent pain and instability, surgical intervention was pursued. PHYSICAL EXAM: Examination revealed marked tenderness over the anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL), restricted motion in all directions, decreased strength (2+/5) and positive anterior drawer …

Evaluation Of Bmi Accuracy In Predicting Elevated Body Fat In Law Enforcement Officers, Thomas L. Johannessen Iii, Emmalee Mikulis, Ofra Pottorf, Jessie Hirsch, Jamie Ghigiarelli, Katie Sell

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Excess body fat may place unnecessary physiological stress on the body and negatively impact the wellbeing of law enforcement officers (LEOs). It is crucial to have an accurate predictor of body fat status to guide programming that promotes healthy body fat levels. This is especially important for LEOs who may be sitting for extended periods (e.g., researching, writing reports) or must respond suddenly to address a physically demanding task (e.g., pursuing a suspect). PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to examine the specificity and sensitivity of BMI compared to skinfold measures of body composition in active LEOs. METHODS: Twenty-three …

Comparison Of Physical Fitness Measures And Injury Risk In Law Enforcement Officers, Nicole Mccrea, Ofra Pottorf, Cristina Leek, Andrew Ammazzalorso, Jessie Hirsch, Lana Rose, Sonam Lhakey, Katie Sell

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Law enforcement officers (LEOs) perform intense and unpredictable physical exertions resulting from their occupational tasks. Optimal movement quality is beneficial for the performance of these tasks and for decreasing injury risk. The Modified Landing Error Scoring System (M-LESS) is a screening tool that helps identify poor movement patterns that could raise the risk of musculoskeletal injuries. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to explore the differences in mobility, stability, and muscular endurance across LEOs categorized into low-risk (LR), moderate-risk (MR), or high-risk (HR) for injury based on M-LESS scores. METHODS: Twenty-two active-duty male LEOs (40.5 ± 9.4 y, 178.5 …

Behavioral Predictors Of Glycemic Control In People With Type Ii Diabetes In The Dominican Republic, Shane Phillips, Devjja Joshi, Matthew Benavides, Arpita Bedarkar, Alex Rothstein, Amerigo Rossi

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The prevalence of type II diabetes (T2D) has been increasing rapidly in low- and middle-income countries. Previous research in this population found very high physical activity participation. PURPOSE: Explore predictive behavioral variables of fasting blood glucose (FBG) in people with T2D in the Dominican Republic. METHODS: Sixty-five (48 women and 17 men) people with T2D enrolled. FBG was measured using a capillary blood glucose monitor. Yale Physical Activity Survey (YPAS), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, Perceived Stress Scale-10, Global Diet Quality Questionnaire, and Health Related Quality of Life-14 (HRQoL) were administered by a Dominican physician. Bivariate correlations between variables …

On Equal Footing? Sex-Moderated Post-Activation Performance Enhancement In Trained Individuals, Alec Piñero, Adam E. Mohan, Ryan Burke, Nicolas Babault, Paul A. Swinton, Brad J. Schoenfeld

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Post-activation performance enhancement (PAPE) is a phenomenon whereby performing one exercise improves performance of a subsequent physical activity. Despite widespread use of PAPE, there is a notable lack of research on the phenomenon in female athletes – a prevalent issue in exercise and sports science overall. Given the importance of jumping ability in various sports and considering potential sex differences in movement mechanics and determinants, understanding how to most effectively utilize PAPE may help inform performance approaches in all athletic populations. PURPOSE: The primary purpose of this study was to compare back squat PAPE effects on countermovement jumps (CMJs) …

The Effects Of Kanpu Masatsu On Sleep Quality And Fatigue Among Older Adults, Aidan Miranda, Yessica Luna Beltran

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Sleep quality is crucial for overall health, particularly among older adults. Kanpu Masatsu (KM), a traditional Japanese self-massage technique using dry towels, has been associated with health benefits for this population. PURPOSE: This study explores the effects of performing Kanpu Masatsu before bedtime on sleep quality and fatigue levels. METHODS: Twelve healthy older adults (3 men and 9 women; age 60.67 ± 1.69 years) were recruited to monitor their sleep over 14 days using a Fitbit Sense 2. During the second week, participants performed a whole-body Kanpu Masatsu within 10 minutes before sleep. Sleep quality was assessed via Fitbit’s sleep …

Lateral Hip And Anterior Groin Pain—Division I Women’S Lacrosse, Ronit V. Patel, Justin Chu, Andreas Stamatis Dr.

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

CASE HISTORY: A 22-year-old Division I female lacrosse athlete with prior left ACL reconstruction presented with progressive right lateral hip and anterior groin pain, intermittently radiating to the lateral thigh. She denied neurological symptoms, mechanical catching/locking, or instability, but reported occasional popping. Symptoms were minimally relieved by physical therapy, cupping, and dry needling. PHYSICAL EXAM: Initial: focal tenderness over the right lateral hip (TFL) and mild anterior hip-flexor tenderness; FABER/FADIR reproduced pain. Subsequent exams: full ROM, 5/5 strength, normal gait; FABER/FADIR negative; Trendelenburg, Ober, log roll, and heel strike negative. DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSES: Labral tear; FAI; gluteal tendinopathy (minimus/medius); greater trochanteric …