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The Shorthorn: October 30, 1970
The Shorthorn: October 30, 1970
The Shorthorn Newspaper Collection: 1970s
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The Shorthorn: October 16, 1970
The Shorthorn: October 16, 1970
The Shorthorn Newspaper Collection: 1970s
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The Shorthorn: October 23, 1970
The Shorthorn: October 23, 1970
The Shorthorn Newspaper Collection: 1970s
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The Shorthorn: October 2, 1970
The Shorthorn: October 2, 1970
The Shorthorn Newspaper Collection: 1970s
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The Shorthorn: September 25, 1970
The Shorthorn: September 25, 1970
The Shorthorn Newspaper Collection: 1970s
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The Shorthorn: September 11, 1970
The Shorthorn: September 11, 1970
The Shorthorn Newspaper Collection: 1970s
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The Shorthorn: September 18, 1970
The Shorthorn: September 18, 1970
The Shorthorn Newspaper Collection: 1970s
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The Shorthorn: September 4, 1970
The Shorthorn: September 4, 1970
The Shorthorn Newspaper Collection: 1970s
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Quantum-Resilient Democracy: Open-Access Reference For An Energy-Efficient Substrate-Based Majority Judgment Voting System, Xavier Pillet
Quantum-Resilient Democracy: Open-Access Reference For An Energy-Efficient Substrate-Based Majority Judgment Voting System, Xavier Pillet
Defensive Publications Series
This document, produced with the assistance of ChatGPT o3 and ChatGPT 5 Thinking, is released under the Apache 2.0 licence. It is a voluntary defensive publication (prior art) and therefore enters the prior art upon release under the applicable patent statutes: EPC Art. 54(2) (European Patent Convention), French IPC Art. L 611-11 (French Intellectual Property Code), 35 U.S.C. §102(a) (United States Patent Act), Chinese Patent Law Art. 22(5) (中华人民共和国专利法), and Japanese Patent Act Art. 29(1) (特許法). We disclose an enabling, open reference for a national-to-planetary Majority Judgment (JM) voting stack on an energy-frugal Substrate chain: on-chain JM tallying, PQ signatures …
Enhanced Optical Supervisory Channel (Osc) Safety Verification For Automatic Laser Shutoff Systems, Anonymous
Enhanced Optical Supervisory Channel (Osc) Safety Verification For Automatic Laser Shutoff Systems, Anonymous
Defensive Publications Series
This disclosure addresses critical safety vulnerabilities associated with Optical Supervisory Channel (OSC) systems used for Automatic Laser Safety Shutoff (ALSO) in optical networks. Existing methods assume correct OSC connectivity based solely on manual provisioning, which poses significant risks of unsafe amplifier operation during fiber disruptions. This disclosure introduces two novel methods—OSC_noConfig and OSC Connection Validation (CV)—to robustly verify OSC connectivity. The OSC_noConfig method automatically detects missing OSC provisioning, simplifying safety shutoff criteria to a single-term threshold, thereby ensuring safe amplifier shutdown even when OSC messages are unreliable. The OSC CV method utilizes precise on-off keying signaling to confirm correct OSC …
Lego-Dock 6d: Open-Source Multi-Physics Connector For Modular Space And Robotic Systems, Xavier Pillet
Lego-Dock 6d: Open-Source Multi-Physics Connector For Modular Space And Robotic Systems, Xavier Pillet
Defensive Publications Series
This document, produced with the assistance of ChatGPT o3 and GPT-5 Thinking, is released under the Apache 2.0 licence. It is a voluntary defensive publication (prior art) and therefore enters the prior art upon release under the applicable patent statutes: EPC Art. 54(2) (European Patent Convention), French IPC Art. L 611-11 (French Intellectual Property Code), 35 U.S.C. §102(a) (United States Patent Act), Chinese Patent Law Art. 22(5) (中华人民共和国专利法), and Japanese Patent Act Art. 29(1) (特許法). It discloses an androgynous 6-DOF multi-physics docking connector (fluids, high-current power, 1 Gbps data) for modular space/robotic systems, together with enabling QA/qualification methods, and two …
Ceramic Waste As Sustainable Material In Self-Compacting Concrete: Experimental Study And Ann Predictive Modeling, Abderrezak Bouziane, Houssam Slimanou, Mohamed Amin Bouzidi, Nedjima Bouzidi
Ceramic Waste As Sustainable Material In Self-Compacting Concrete: Experimental Study And Ann Predictive Modeling, Abderrezak Bouziane, Houssam Slimanou, Mohamed Amin Bouzidi, Nedjima Bouzidi
Journal of Sustainable Construction Materials and Technologies
Recycling of ceramic waste in the construction sector is a promising option for reducing the environmental impacts of the concrete industry. The main objective of this study is the elaboration of a solid predictive model for ceramic waste based self-compacting (SCC) concrete properties, using artificial neural networks (ANN). This further, reduces its environmental impact without compromising satisfactory performance. An experimental approach was adopted with different substitution ratios: 0 to 30 wt% and particle sizes ranging from 3-8 mm and 8-15 mm. Tested properties of modified SCC as compressive strength at 7 and 28 days (fc7, fc28), spread (L), sieve stability …
Comparative Study On The Performance Of Ggbs, Uggbs, And Rha-Incorporated Cement Mortar Mixes, Devansh Goel, Sudarshan D. Kore
Comparative Study On The Performance Of Ggbs, Uggbs, And Rha-Incorporated Cement Mortar Mixes, Devansh Goel, Sudarshan D. Kore
Journal of Sustainable Construction Materials and Technologies
The environmental footprint of cement production has accelerated the pursuit of sustainable alternatives in the construction industry. Supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs), particularly those derived from industrial and agricultural waste, offer a promising approach to reducing cement consumption while maintaining performance. This study evaluates the fresh and mechanical behavior of binary, ternary, and quaternary cementitious mortar blends incorporating ground granulated blast-furnace slag (GGBS), ultrafine GGBS (UGGBS), and rice husk ash (RHA) as partial replacements for cement. A total of 32 mortar mixes were designed with water-to-binder (w/b) ratios ranging from 0.3 to 0.5 and varied replacement levels of RHA (0-20%), GGBS …
No. 44: Tracking Translocality: Food Remittance Narratives In The Africa-Gulf Migration Corridor, Bernard Owusu, Jonathan Crush
No. 44: Tracking Translocality: Food Remittance Narratives In The Africa-Gulf Migration Corridor, Bernard Owusu, Jonathan Crush
Migration and Food Security (MiFOOD) Network
This paper explores the overlooked practice of food-related remittances in the Ghana-Qatar migration corridor, emphasizing their social, emotional, and cultural significance within translocal households. While cash remittances are widely studied, food remitting remains under-researched despite its critical role in sustaining family ties and addressing food insecurity. Drawing on a mixed-methods study involving household surveys in Ghana and interviews with migrants in Qatar, the paper employs a tripartite conceptual framework incorporating gifting, caregiving, and moral economy to analyze migrant remittance narratives. The paper shows that remitting practices are shaped by cultural norms, kinship obligations, and emotional care, often at significant personal …
The Effect Of Music On Cognitive Function In Academic Performance Among College Students., Jakob A. Clegg
The Effect Of Music On Cognitive Function In Academic Performance Among College Students., Jakob A. Clegg
McNair Scholars Research
Students frequently listen to music during cognitively demanding tasks such as reading, writing, and studying. Research has shown that music can offer therapeutic benefits. For example, Wang et al. (2025) demonstrated the effectiveness of music-centered therapy in reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression. Similarly, Arnaud et al. (2013) found that music has a measurable impact on students’ cognitive performance during study sessions. This pilot study explores how different music genres influence memory retention and cognitive function among college students. Using a survey method, participants (n=16) listened to an assigned genre of music (classical, rock, or Lo-Fi), or a control group …
Evaluating The Toxicity Of Electronic Cigarette Aerosols For Firsthand And Secondhand Exposure Under Different Device Operating Conditions, Kashala Fabrice Kapiamba, Hsin Yin Chuang, Weixing Hao, Ta Chun Lin, Lung Chi Chen, Yue-Wern Huang, Yang Wang
Evaluating The Toxicity Of Electronic Cigarette Aerosols For Firsthand And Secondhand Exposure Under Different Device Operating Conditions, Kashala Fabrice Kapiamba, Hsin Yin Chuang, Weixing Hao, Ta Chun Lin, Lung Chi Chen, Yue-Wern Huang, Yang Wang
Biological Sciences Faculty Research & Creative Works
The rapid proliferation of electronic cigarettes (ECs) has raised significant concerns about their potential health effects on both users and bystanders. This study systematically investigates the impact of EC aerosol exposure on human alveolar epithelial cells (A549), considering variations in device parameters, nicotine concentration, and exposure type. Using a gravity-based air–liquid interface exposure system, we assessed cytotoxicity and epithelial barrier integrity by measuring cell viability and transepithelial electrical resistance (TEER). Our results indicate that EC aerosol exposure significantly reduces cell viability and disrupts monolayer integrity in a dose- and device-dependent manner. Notably, VUSE (pod-type) exposure led to a 16% decrease …
Why Seek Profits?: A Missional Perspective On Business, Jooho Lee
Why Seek Profits?: A Missional Perspective On Business, Jooho Lee
All Faculty Open Access Publications
There are plenty of good reasons to be suspicious about profit-seeking. There are also good reasons to be suspicious about attempts to justify the pursuit of profits by focusing solely on the value of profits or of the work that produces the profits. Nevertheless, there is a good reason for the Christian to engage in profit-seeking: it can be a way to participate more fully in the missio Dei. Profit-seeking plays a central role within the market process by communicating and incentivizing a certain way of relating to the material and social world. When we realize profits in ways that …
2025-2026 Ursinus College Course Catalogue, Office Of The Registrar
2025-2026 Ursinus College Course Catalogue, Office Of The Registrar
Ursinus College Catalogues, 1869-Present
A digital copy of the 2025-2026 Ursinus College Catalog. It contains details of the curriculum, departmental requirements and courses of instruction as well as the Open Questions core requirements, experiential learning and the Common Intellectual Experience (CIE). Academic policies, special opportunities and scholarships, off-campus programs and graduation requirements are also outlined.
Theoretical Study On Electronic And Optoelectronic Properties Of Some C^N^N- And C^C^C-Chelated Iridium(Iii) Complexes For Oleds, Ayhan Üngördü
Theoretical Study On Electronic And Optoelectronic Properties Of Some C^N^N- And C^C^C-Chelated Iridium(Iii) Complexes For Oleds, Ayhan Üngördü
Turkish Journal of Chemistry
The electronic and optoelectronic properties of 8 C∧N∧N- and C∧C∧C-chelated Ir(III) complexes were investigated using density functional theory at the Becke-style 3-parameter Lee-Yang-Par and triple zeta plus polarization level. Based on reorganization energy calculations, complex 7 was identified as a promising ambipolar material, while complexes 1 and 2 had efficient hole transport properties. Complex 8 had low ionization potential and is therefore a strong candidate for hole transport applications. Complex 4 had high electron affinity and therefore has potential as an effective electron acceptor material. Photophysical analysis showed that all complexes had phosphorescent properties, with complexes 5 and 6 showing …
Optimizing Polyamide Thin-Film Composite Desalination Membranes: Simple And Performance-Effective Modification By Zwitterionic Monohydroxyl Monomer, Selda Erkoç İlter
Optimizing Polyamide Thin-Film Composite Desalination Membranes: Simple And Performance-Effective Modification By Zwitterionic Monohydroxyl Monomer, Selda Erkoç İlter
Turkish Journal of Chemistry
A synthesized zwitterionic monohydroxyl monomer (ZHM) was used as an additive to incorporate zwitterionic sulfobetaine groups into the polyamide (PA) active layers of thin-film composite membranes. Incorporation of ZHM into the PA active layers was achieved through interfacial polymerization, involving the introduction of ZHM and m-phenylenediamine (MPD) into the aqueous phase, and the addition of trimesoyl chloride (TMC) to the hexane phase. The surfaces of the resulting reverse osmosis (RO) membranes were subjected to characterization through water contact angle (WCA) and field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM) analyses. The successful incorporation of ZHM into the active PA layers was confirmed …
Comprehensive Study Of Imidazole-Based Hydrazones: From Design, Synthesis, And Characterization To In Vitro And In Silico Antiproliferative Activity Analysis, Ömer Di̇lek
Turkish Journal of Chemistry
The aim of this study was to synthesize novel imidazole-cored hydrazones and investigate their cytotoxic activities against human breast and lung cancer cell lines using in vitro and in silico techniques. For this purpose, 5 novel compounds (6 and 7a–7d) were synthesized. The structures of the synthesized compounds were confirmed using spectroscopic methods. The cytotoxic effects were evaluated against human lung (A549) and breast (MCF-7) cancer cell lines using the MTT assay. All synthesized compounds had higher cytotoxic activity against MCF-7 cells (IC50 < 9.262 μM) than the control drug cisplatin. However, their cytotoxic activity against A549 cells (IC50 > 2.605 μM) was lower than that of cisplatin. Except for compound 7d in the A549 cell line, …
A Decision Model For Enhancing Reaction Yield: Pd(Ii) And Pt(Ii) Metal Insertion To Free Porphyrin, Özay Özaydin, Emel Önal
A Decision Model For Enhancing Reaction Yield: Pd(Ii) And Pt(Ii) Metal Insertion To Free Porphyrin, Özay Özaydin, Emel Önal
Turkish Journal of Chemistry
Chemical synthesis experiments are crucial for developing new materials, yet their inherent complexity and variability often lead to suboptimal results, causing significant resource and time wastage. This study proposes a novel decision support model to enhance the success rate of macromolecule synthesis experiments for sensor applications. The model leverages principles of experimental design and decision-making. We identified synthesis alternatives through a literature review and expert consultations, narrowing it down to 6 alternatives for metal salts, 3 for reactant mole ratios, 5 for organic solvents, 3 for reaction temperatures, and 4 for reaction times. Considering the time and cost constraints, this …
Synthesis, Characterization, And Drug Release Properties Of Enzyme-Responsive Oxamide-Bridged Mesoporous Organosilica Nanoparticles, Yaşar Gök, Hali̇l Zeki̇ Gök, Osman Tayyar Arli, Tuğçe Türkaslan
Synthesis, Characterization, And Drug Release Properties Of Enzyme-Responsive Oxamide-Bridged Mesoporous Organosilica Nanoparticles, Yaşar Gök, Hali̇l Zeki̇ Gök, Osman Tayyar Arli, Tuğçe Türkaslan
Turkish Journal of Chemistry
In this study, we report a novel enzyme-responsive mesoporous organosilica nanocarrier (MON) and its drug delivery properties in the presence of the trypsin enzyme. The mesoporous organosilica nanocarrier was synthesized by using the oxamide bridged bissilyl compound (2) and 1,4-bis(triethoxysilyl)benzene (BTSB). To compare the enzyme responsiveness of MON, the reference periodic mesoporous organosilica (PMO) nanocarrier was also synthesized using BTSB only. The structural determinations of the synthesized organic compounds were carried out by 1H, 13C-NMR, FT-IR, and MS, while FT-IR, XRD, SEM, EDS, transmission electron microscopy (TEM), TGA, and N2 sorption analyses were used for the characterization of MON and …
Dielectric And Mechanical Properties Of Polyaniline-Grafted Sepiolite Loaded Pvc Nanocomposites, Asif Raza, Tariq Yasin, Muhammad Nadeem, Muhammad Arshad Farhan
Dielectric And Mechanical Properties Of Polyaniline-Grafted Sepiolite Loaded Pvc Nanocomposites, Asif Raza, Tariq Yasin, Muhammad Nadeem, Muhammad Arshad Farhan
Turkish Journal of Chemistry
Conducting polymers exhibit interesting dielectric properties due to their unique conjugated π-electron backbone. The objective of this study was to examine the dielectric properties of nanocomposites containing a conducting nanohybrid (NH) as a filler. Polyaniline was grafted onto sepiolite by in situ emulsion graft polymerization to synthesize a conducting NH. This NH was blended with poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC) using a melt blending technique. Nanocomposites with variable amounts of nanofiller were prepared and characterized. Fourier-transform infrared (FT-IR) spectra of the NH composites show strong interactions between their individual components. The addition of the nanofiller into PVC increased its thermomechanical properties. Dielectric …
Selective Extraction Of Scandium From Other Rare Earth Elements Using A Hydrophobic Protic Ionic Liquid Composed Of Decanoic Acid And Toa, Pius Dore Ola, Reo Nishioka, Yoshiro Tahara, Michiaki Matsumoto
Selective Extraction Of Scandium From Other Rare Earth Elements Using A Hydrophobic Protic Ionic Liquid Composed Of Decanoic Acid And Toa, Pius Dore Ola, Reo Nishioka, Yoshiro Tahara, Michiaki Matsumoto
Turkish Journal of Chemistry
Rare earth elements (REEs) are increasingly being used in advanced materials, but their extraction remains a major challenge. This is primarily due to their nearly identical ionic radii and similarity in chemical and physical properties. Therefore, this study aims to explore the use of a hydrophobic protic ionic liquid (PIL) composed of decanoic acid and trioctylamine (TOA) to selectively extract scandium (Sc) from other REEs using acid or salt as the extraction medium. In the acidic medium, the extraction efficiency of all tested REEs was inversely proportional to the acid concentration. Meanwhile, the extraction percentage of Sc was significantly higher …
Influence Of Synthesis Parameters On The Structural Formation Of Mayenite Via The Citrate Sol-Gel Method, Büşra Eryildirim, Nuray Oktar, Doruk Doğu
Influence Of Synthesis Parameters On The Structural Formation Of Mayenite Via The Citrate Sol-Gel Method, Büşra Eryildirim, Nuray Oktar, Doruk Doğu
Turkish Journal of Chemistry
Mayenite (Ca12Al14O33) has remarkable properties such as high oxygen mobility, ionic conductivity, and catalytic activity. It has many different applications, including oxide-conducting electrolytes, fluorescent lamps, moisture sensors, hydrogen-permeable membranes, oxygen pumps, hydrogen storage, and catalysis. However, pure and homogeneous mayenite synthesis parameters have not yet been fully explored. This study examines the effect of synthesis parameters including metal salt (MS) to citric acid (CA) molar ratios (1:1 and 1:2), pH (0.4–2), and calcination temperature (900–1200 °C) in citrate sol-gel method on the crystal structure of mayenite. Synthesized materials were examined by thermogravimetric (TG), X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), …
A Disposable Biosensing System For Analysis Of Ca125 In Real Human Serum Samples, Meltem Afşar, Berfi̇n Vural, Meli̇ke Bi̇lgi̇ Kamaç, Mustafa Kemal Sezgi̇ntürk
A Disposable Biosensing System For Analysis Of Ca125 In Real Human Serum Samples, Meltem Afşar, Berfi̇n Vural, Meli̇ke Bi̇lgi̇ Kamaç, Mustafa Kemal Sezgi̇ntürk
Turkish Journal of Chemistry
Several biomarkers have been developed to track the development of ovarian cancer and identify the illness at an early stage. A promising development for ovarian cancer is using cancer antigen 125 (CA125). The objective of this work is to identify the CA125 marker by utilizing an indium tin oxide polyethylene electrode. The advantage of the designed biosensor is that it is very cheap, disposable, practical, and easy to use. The necessary parameters for the developed biosensor have been optimized in detail. Repeatability, reproducibility, regeneration, storage, and selectivity studies have been completed to characterize the proposed biosensor. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and …
The Professional And Occupational Identities Of Nicu Occupational Therapists, Lindsay M. Marquardt, Karen Park
The Professional And Occupational Identities Of Nicu Occupational Therapists, Lindsay M. Marquardt, Karen Park
Summer 2025 OTD Capstone Symposium
Occupational therapists in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) provide specialized care, including infant positioning, feeding, handling techniques, and anticipatory guidance. While the American Occupational Therapy Association has outlined the role, little research has explored how therapists perceive their own occupational and professional identities in this highly specialized setting. This study explored the perspectives of NICU occupational therapists to better understand how their roles and identities are shaped within the NICU environment. A mixed-methods descriptive design was used. Data was collected through an electronic survey including Likert-scale and open-ended questions, with optional 30-minute follow-up interviews. Snowball and convenience sampling were …
Addressing Psychosocial Barriers To Participation In People Experiencing Homelessness: An Occupational Therapy Workshop, Preston E. Bender
Addressing Psychosocial Barriers To Participation In People Experiencing Homelessness: An Occupational Therapy Workshop, Preston E. Bender
Student Capstone Papers
This capstone project addressed the critical gap in occupational therapy education and practice regarding the psychosocial needs of people experiencing homelessness. Despite the occupational therapy profession’s emphasis on holistic, person-centered care, many occupational therapy practitioners and occupational therapy students report feeling a lack of self-efficacy and preparedness to navigate the complex psychological, social, and systemic barriers that hinder occupational participation among this population. This capstone project aimed to address the perceived unpreparedness among clinicians through the creation of an 8-hour interactive educational workshop. The workshop is grounded in the Model of Human Occupation and informed by the Bridging the Transition …