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Frequency Of Fruit And Vegetable Consumption Among Women Diagnosed With Gestational Diabetes, Hailey Koster

Student Research Symposium

• Consuming fruits and vegetables has been associated with a reduced risk of gestational diabetes and improved pregnancy outcomes. ¹

• However, the majority do not meet the recommendation of five servings per day or 400 g per day according to the World Health Organization.²

The Cellular Trafficking And Targeting Of Angiotensin-Converting-Enzyme-2 (Ace2) And Neutral-Amino-Acid-Transporter (B0at1) Variants: Implications For The Pathogenesis Of Associated Diseases And Therapy, Nesreen Fayyad Al-Khofash

Thesis/ Dissertation Defenses

Angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) and the amino acid transporter B0AT1 are essential for blood pressure regulation, amino acid absorption, and viral entry. Their interaction is crucial in both normal physiology and disease, including hypertension, Hartnup disease, and SARS-CoV-2 infection. However, the effects of genetic variants on their biogenesis, trafficking, and function remain poorly understood. This PhD thesis investigates how specific ACE2 and B0AT1 variants influence their subcellular localization and interactions. A multidisciplinary approach, incorporating site-directed mutagenesis, confocal microscopy, Western blotting, and in silico modelling, was used to examine 39 ACE2 variants and 18 B0AT1 mutations. Results showed that wild-type ACE2 …

Motherhood Within The Patriarchal Family: An Analysis Of Frankenstein And The Scarlet Letter, Yasamin Osqueezadeh

Student Research Symposium

Frankenstein and The Scarlet Letter critique the typical patriarchal family mold. • Frankenstein critiques the gender inequalities within motherhood and creation, reimagining the family by removing the mother figure.

• Hawthorne critiques the patriarchal treatment of women by creating an all- women family structure, arguing that households can survive with a sole mother figure.

• Although he does not offer an alternative family model like Shelley, Hawthorne attempts to recreate the female role.

• Both of their arguments are informed by biographical aspects, as Shelley and Hawthorne had—according to patriarchal society—atypical mothers.

• Their alternative family models are highly …

Can Walkability Solve Utah's Housing Shortage?, Jordan Taft

Student Research Symposium

52,000

Housing Units Short (2022)

1,445,808

Projected New UT Households (by 2023)

$510,867

Median Home Price

Race And Gender Bias In Sports Media, Jovanni Salazar

Research Days

There is a significant amount of racial and gender bias in sports media, which can impact the way minority and female athletes are perceived by the public. This study closely looks at the way these professional athletes are talked about and treated by the media compared to white athletes. This study highlights the language used by commentators and other members of sports media that reinforces negative stereotypes that minority and female athletes deal with throughout their careers. Some of these stereotypes imply black athletes owe their success to natural physical ability, while white athletes are “smart” and more “skilled. This …

Navigating Modernity: Political And Economic Shifts In The Nineteenth Cenutry, Austin Delsontro, Andrew Cox

Chronicles: Journal Of History

No abstract provided.

How Has Lgbtq+ Representation In Media Influenced The Perceptions And Identities Among Both Lgbtq+ And Non-Lgbtq+ Individuals Ages 18-24?, Miki Beckstrom

Student Research Symposium

The modern era has allowed for a new age of storytelling. As our society continues to diversify, the question we must ask ourselves, how is the media we consume reflective of our society? Internet discourse surrounding representation of race, sexuality, and gender have continued to infiltrate our community and be a topic of contention. This study hopes to explore both the positive and adverse effects that LGBTQ+ representation in media can have.

Human Centered Library Design, Myriam Musgrave

Student Research Symposium

Odyssey Childrens Library is designed as a dynamic and adaptable space that fosters learning, creativity, and community engagement. Inspired by the ocean, the architecture and interiors reflect fluid, organic forms and a calming yet invigorating color palette. The layout balances open, social areas with quiet, reflective spaces, ensuring a welcoming environment for all users. With a focus on flexibility, the library includes adaptable study rooms, a collaborative makerspace, and a multi-purpose community area that can host events, workshops, and group activities. Thoughtful wayfinding, varied seating options, and intuitive zoning create a seamless user experience. The Odyssey Library is more than …

Sorella Women's Center - Fortifying Community Through Trauma-Informed Design, Melayne Dunlap

Student Research Symposium

Sorella Women’s Center is a trauma-informed community resource designed to support and empower women, particularly survivors of domestic violence, who often face limited access to critical services. Rooted in the principles of safety and trust, choice and empowerment, collaboration and community, and beauty and joy, the center provides a welcoming, accessible space for healing and growth. Sorella offers legal advocacy, emotional support, mental health resources, and skill-building opportunities to help survivors regain autonomy and build strong, supportive networks. By fostering connection and resilience, Sorella seeks to break the cycle of abuse, countering the isolation that so often sustains it.

Ion-Induced Electron Yield Database Development Through Data Mining For Exploratory Data Analysis And Predictive Analytics, Trace Taylor

Student Research Symposium

• What is ion yield and what affects it?

• Why create a database?

• Status of the database

• Ion yield data comparisons

• Conclusions

• Future work

New Zealand Security Agencies’ Secrecy, Accountability, And Transparency In The Modern Era, Ben Amata

Secrecy and Society

New Zealand’s security agencies need to balance conflicting missions of secrecy, accountability, and transparency in conducting national security government operations. Citizens expect protection without violating their liberties and for security agencies to act effectively and legally. From public revelations about the agencies and government reform efforts, the agencies evolved from almost total secrecy to greater accountability and transparency since World War II. This study employs a historical methodology, which examines primary source documents to reveal the history of secret behavior and to reform the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service and the Government Communications Security Bureau.

Reliability Of Novel Morphological Features Of The Auditory Brainstem Response, Marlana Petersen

Student Research Symposium

Pure-tone audiometry can detect hearing loss but does not determine specific site-of-lesion. It is not sensitive to many disorders, especially neural disorders that impact hearing

Effects Of Self-Control Variables On Nicotine Vaping In A Pre-Clinical Model, Lucy Scribner

Student Research Symposium

Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable death in the United States, and nicotine compounds in tobacco products perpetuate this issue (Reitsma et al., 2021; United States Department of Health and Human Services [USDHHS], 2014). Although nicotine use began to decline along with the use of cigarettes, nicotine consumption has started to increase dramatically since the introduction of electronic cigarettes and vaping.

Improving Seed Pellets For Grassland Renovation, H Hirota, N Fukuyama, T Kanno

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

More than twelve hundred public pastures have been estab­lished since I 960's in Japan, totalling some 0.6 mil. ha located in highland areas to raise cattle. Now most of them need reno­vation because of low productivity. This is due to mismanage­ment, insect attack, weed invasion and under-utilization, etc. But complete tilling is not advocated on slope sites as it is in danger of soil erosion after reseeding. Several methods h��ve been proposed to renovate the deteriorated pastures, e.g. usmg herbicides (Blackmore, 1965), burning (Sawada et al., 1986), surface tilling (White, 1973), surface sowing with phosphate and lime (Cullen, 1966) and …

Constitutional Law: Third Politial Parties As Second-Class Citizens, Malcolm B. Wiseheart Jr.

Florida Law Review

No abstract provided.

Bryant University Research And Engagement Day Program

Bryant REDay (Research and Engagement Day)

No abstract provided.

87 - Maternal Dental Status And Caries Among Siblings, Monica Walker, Charity Hammond, Angela Wilson, Denise Mckinney, Katie Protogyrou

Undergraduate Research Symposium

Research has suggested that birth order or environmental factors affect siblings' oral health status during childhood. However, more recent research suggests that the strongest predictor of children's oral health status is the mother's oral health status. This project investigated the association between the oral health status of the mother during pregnancy and bacteria (biofilms) identified in cavitated lesions (dental caries) of their children’s exfoliated primary teeth. Five consenting maternal participants anonymously donated their children's primary teeth and completed a questionnaire about their oral health status during each pregnancy. After visually identifying the exfoliated teeth with dental caries, the biofilms were …

Unlocking Nature’S Pharmacy: Using Hidden Secrets From Post Famine Ireland To Direct Modern Scientific Exploration Of Irish Bogland Species., Helen Sheridan

Oxford ICSB

Boglands are iconic landscapes and important carbon sinks, extending across the northern hemisphere, covering approximately 20% of Ireland's land area. These ancient water-logged ecosystems are reservoirs of a unique biodiversity adapted to survive in nutrient-poor yet strikingly beautiful environments. Irish mythology is deeply connected to boglands, featuring stories about healing plants, fairies, and ancient curses. Irish communities historically used bogland plants for their medicinal properties. Many uses are recorded in the Schools' Manuscript Collection (SMC) (1937-1939), a treasure-trove of Irish folklore, customs, and ethnographic data, collected as part of the Irish Folklore Commission's effort to preserve Ireland’s oral traditions (Dúchas.ie). …

The Contribution Of The European Pharmacopoeia To The Quality Control Of Herbal Medicinal Products, Salvador Canigueral

Oxford ICSB

The European Pharmacopoeia (Ph. Eur.) is an international regulatory document setting the standards for the quality control of medicinal products. It is elaborated by the European Directorate for the Quality of Medicines & HealthCare (EDQM), a body of the Council of Europe, headquartered in Strasbourg, France. It is mandatory in 39 European countries and the European Union. The Ph. Eur. establishes quality specifications for active ingredients, excipients, dosage forms, and finished products. In relation to herbal medicinal products, the upcoming 12th Edition (effective January 2026) includes: 25 general methods in pharmacognosy, 6 general monographs, 2 information chapters, and 392 individual …

A Phenomenological Study: The Burnout Of Public School Teachers In Massachusetts, Maureen E. Ryan

Doctor of Education Program Dissertations

This study explored the lived experiences of Massachusetts public school pre-K–12 teachers to understand the multifaceted nature of burnout, including how it is experienced, interpreted, and navigated by teachers in their daily lives. The purpose of this qualitative phenomenological study was to explore the lived experiences of Massachusetts public school pre-K–12 teachers experiencing emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced personal accomplishment in the classroom. A review of literature examined burnout, emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, reduced personal accomplishment, and classroom impacts. This qualitative phenomenological study explored the lived experiences of eight participants self-identifying with burnout. Semistructured Zoom interviews were conducted, drawing upon Maslach’s …

Fourth Industrial Revolution And The Future Of Nigeria Academic Libraries In The 21st Century: Review Of Literature, Esther Motunrayo Ekeh

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Abstract

As the world is experiencing technological development, the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) is taking prominence in the provision of information to library users. This study covers the prospects and complications facing the academic libraries in Nigeria and the future of Libraries professionals. Reconnoitering this matter is crucial since 4IR has essentially altered how information is received and used by personages. Library professional is described as having knowledge of resources in all of their forms as well as the ability to acquire, organize, and disseminate these materials. The fourth industrial revolution (4IR) is characterized by a greater degree of interconnection …

Project 2025 And Due Process After Dobbs, Tracy Turner

ConLawNOW

Project 2025 supporters have been appointed to prominent federal offices in the second Trump Administration. This includes, most notably, the Office of Management and Budget, for a key strategy of implementing the Project’s goals is manipulation of federal funding. This Essay explores what this might mean for women’s rights and suggests a legal theory with which to challenge Project initiatives. Project 2025 repackages a platform that is fully anti-feminist. It is not a new platform. It is the same set of tools that has been used against feminism since the movement’s inception. It expansively seeks policy changes for abortion, contraception, …

Is There A Gender Gap In Campaign Spending Strategies?, Paul S. Herrnson, Charles Hunt, Jaclyn Kettler

ConLawNOW

Women politicians have traditionally faced greater challenges when running for office than their male counterparts. These include less encouragement from political gatekeepers, fundraising obstacles, and voter skepticism about their abilities—particularly among men. Nevertheless, women have made substantial advances in the electoral arena, including increasing their numbers in Congress. Some of these gains can be attributed to changing voter attitudes, the mobilization of female campaign contributors, and recent female politicians learning from the successes of their predecessors. Studies have documented the similarities and differences in how men and women candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives raise money, staff campaign organizations, …

Sealing Ability Of White Mineral Trioxide Aggregate Mixed With 2.25% Sodium Hypochlorite Gel Used For Repairing Furcal Perforations In Primary Molars: An In Vitro Study, Mawia M. Karkoutly, Saleh B. Al Kurdi, Nada Bshara

Arabian Journal of Pediatric Dentistry

Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the sealing ability of mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) and 2.25% sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) gel mixture in repairing furcal perforation in primary molars using methylene blue dye penetration.

Materials and methods:
It was an in vitro experimental study. Sixty human primary molars were randomly divided into four groups (n = 15). Group 1 (MTA + distilled water (DW)): Furcal perforations were repaired with MTA and DW mixture. Group 2 (MTA + NaOCl gel): Furcal perforations were repaired with MTA and 2.25% NaOCl gel mixture. Group 3 (Positive control): Furcal perforations left untreated. Group 4 (Negative …

Investigating The Impact Of Drug Delivery Systems On The Efficacy Of Emla Cream For Palatine Anesthesia In Children Aged 7 To 11 Years., Farah M. Babakurd, Shadi K. Azzawi

Arabian Journal of Pediatric Dentistry

Background & Aim: This research aims to find alternatives to the traditional painful palatine local injection used during the extraction of upper temporary teeth. The study seeks to enhance the effectiveness of EMLA cream over a suitable duration for child response (3 minutes) by utilizing drug delivery systems, including a permeability enhancer (DMSO), oral patches, and microneedle patches for palatine injections while using only lidocaine injections from the vestibular side.

Materials and Methods: The research sample consisted of 75 children, who were

randomly divided into five groups of 15 children each. The studied material or method was applied …

The Minutes Of The Marshall University Board Of Governors Meeting, April 9, 2025, Marshall University Board Of Governors

Board of Governors Minutes

No abstract provided.

Trauma-Informed Gatekeeping In Counselor Education And Supervision: An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis, Leslie E. Davis

Dissertations

Gatekeeping is a challenging ethical and legal obligation for counselor educators and supervisors. Many counseling students demonstrate some sort of problem of professional competence in their counseling programs, and it is critical that counselor educators utilize gatekeeping practices to prevent gateslipping (Brown-Rice & Furr, 2016a; Gaubatz & Vera, 2002; Kimball et al, 2019). According to The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA, 2023), there is an increasing need to address trauma as a critical element of providing effective mental health services. Trauma-informed care and trauma-informed principles began to appear in the mental health literature in 2001, and the …

Faculty/Staff Recognition Celebration 2025, Communications And Marketing

Faculty And Staff Recognition Dinner Programs

Award Winners:

Horace T. Morse Award for Outstanding Contributions to Undergraduate Education: Mark Collier

UMM Faculty Distinguished Research Award: Ann DuHamel

UMM Alumni Association Teaching Award: Sylke Boyd

Morris Academic Staff Award: Matt Johnson

Bill and Ida Stewart Award for Racial Justice Advocacy: Clement Loo

Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) Award: Cristina Ortiz

Community Engagement Award: Kerry Michael

Mary Martelle Memorial Award: Kathy Dingman

Outstanding Support Staff Awards: Makiko Legate, Kathy Dingman, Lynn Johnson

Retirees: David Brown, Keith Brugger, John Hamerlinck, Sarah Mattson, Mike Miller, Cynthia Schneider, Ray Schultz, Sheila Warner

Corrected Brief Of Amici Curiae Fred T. Korematsu Center For Law And Equality, Service Employees International Union, American Federation Of Teachers, American Association Of University Professors, Center For Civil Rights And Critical Justice, Center For Law, Equity And Race, Center For Racial And Economic Justice, Center On Law, Race & Policy, Center On Race, Inequality, And The Law, Gibson-Banks Center For Race And The Law, The Lawyering Project, Autistic Self Advocacy Network, Bazelon Center For Mental Health Law, And Disability Law United In Support Of Plaintiff, Center For Civil Rights And Critical Justice, Fred T. Korematsu Center For Law And Equality, Charlotte Garden, Jeremiah Chin, Jessica Levin, Jim Davy, Robert Chang

Center for Civil Rights and Critical Justice Advocacy

No abstract provided.

Fs Faculty Rights And Responsibilities Committee Agenda 2025-04-09, Northern Illinois University

Faculty Senate Archives

No abstract provided.