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Exile Vol. Lxviii, David Baker, Tomás Brockett-Delgado, Annika J. Bruce, Colleen Boyle, Rita Costa, Talia Ferguson-Nieves, Seyeong Hanlim, Ray Hsu, Malina Infante, Tenzin Kunga, Pol Le, Sophie Lemay, Emma Lumsden, Zoe Pettersen, Jules Rizzo, Zoe Schlosser, Fabrizio Vassallo, Amaya Willems

Exile

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Jesus, Nazareth And The Identity Of Catholic Schools, Maurice Ryan

eJournal of Catholic Education in Australasia

The identity of Jesus of Nazareth is the foundation of the identity of Catholic schools. Often, assertions about the identity of Jesus in relation to Catholics schools are presented without reference to the biblical record. This article seeks to provide biblical context to discussions about the identity of Jesus of Nazareth. These contextual discussions about Jesus are designed to aid considerations of Catholic school identity. The specific focus of this article is a survey of contemporary literature on Jesus’ hometown—Nazareth. A focus on Nazareth does not reveal the whole story of Jesus; it offers one piece of the jigsaw revealing …

Vol.51 N.44 May 23rd 2024, Voice Media Ventures

Black Voice News

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Medical School Watercooler Newsletter - May 23, 2024, Lindsey Lyle

Watercooler Newsletter

This is the May 23, 2024 edition of the Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine’s newsletter - Watercooler.

Contents Include

• Tuckey earns Outstanding Young Scientist Award at research symposium
• Graduate student earns national scholarship for research
• Basic medical sciences student wins Stanford BioX Award
• M3 Case Symposium set for June 7
• Pediatric patients may rate pain differently than caregivers, study finds

The Stability Of Epigenetic Variants That Can Act As Loci Causing Phenotypic Change, Raul Faburrieta

Biology Theses

Epigenetic variations are a possible source of heritable phenotypic variation. In this study I focus on phenotypic alterations seen in epigenetic Recombinant Inbred Lines (epiRILs) of Arabidopsis thaliana. These epiRILs allow me to study the effects differentially methylated regions (DMRs) have on phenotypic variance. In a study performed in 2014 by Cortijo et al., they found that DMR’s affect flowering time and root length when grown under greenhouse conditions. In this study, I replicated the Cortijo et al. (2014) study, with some changes, to see whether the same significant eQTL regions are found. I found that, some of the eQTLs …

Recognising And Repairing Anti-Jewish Themes In Christian Hymns, Prayers And Rituals: An Agenda For Catholic Schools, Maurice Ryan

eJournal of Catholic Education in Australasia

The identity of Catholic schools is closely tied to the proclamation of official Church teachings. One area of sustained contemporary attention for Church officials is the relationship between Catholics and Jews. Since the Second Vatican Council (1962-1965) great strides have been taken by Church officials to recognise and repair relations between Catholics and Jews. A series of official documents in the decades following the Council has outlined the directions in which Catholic educators, catechists, liturgists, scripture scholars and theologians are required to pursue in formulating their responses to the challenges of repair and restoration of relations between Catholics and Jews. …

Ud Political Science Major Named Newman Civic Fellow, Dave Larsen

College of Arts and Sciences Newsroom

Jakob Burdick has been honored for his work as a voting rights and civic engagement advocate in the Dayton community.

2024 Graduate Chelsea Kiefer And The Power Of Fhsu Online, May 23, 2024, Tisa Mason Ed.D.

Heart of a Tiger Columns

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Jtc 24: Bridging Continents, Nicole Ethridge

University of Mississippi News

This story is part of the 2024 Journey to Commencement series, which celebrates the pinnacle of the academic year by highlighting University of Mississippi students and their outstanding academic and personal journeys from college student to college graduate.

The State Of Divorce Education In The United States, Brian J. Higginbotham, Joshua J. Turner, David G. Schramm, Hanover Higher Education Research

Journal of Family Strengths

This review provides a snapshot of divorce education in the United States with the goal of informing policy makers, judges and court administrators, and developers of divorce education programs on current requirements. Divorce education is frequently mandated to help divorcing parents understand the implications of divorce and the benefits children derive from positive coparenting. This report explores the presence of, and different approaches to, divorce education across the United States. Currently, the majority of states require divorcing parents with minor children to complete a divorce education program. States without broad mandates often have available programs that parents may be required …

Uniqueness Of Parent Advocates: The Power Of Lived Experience, Marina Lalayants, Jovonna Frieson

Journal of Family Strengths

Abstract

This study highlighted the unique elements of the role played by parent advocates (PAs) with lived child welfare experience in supporting families affected by the child welfare system. These elements set PAs apart from other professionals and included non-professionalized peer support, experiential expertise, a strong sense of identification, authenticity, legitimized empathy and understanding, and critical consciousness. As parent peer support programs gain popularity in child welfare services, it is imperative to understand and define these distinctive elements that underpin the PA role, as they serve as the foundation for novel approaches to working with, supporting, and empathizing with parents …

Combinatorial Studies Of Noble Metal Catalysts For Carbon Utilization, Natalie Leong Page

Theses and Dissertations

Electrocatalysts demonstrate significant promise for sustainable processes like carbon capture and generating recycled carbon fuels which are needed to achieve net zero carbon emissions. However, the commercialization of these processes is limited by several factors, one of which is the high cost of catalysts. The discovery and development of cheaper alternatives has been difficult due to constraints in experimental methodologies, scalability limitations, and a lack of understanding of reaction mechanisms. Within this dissertation is the development of a novel scanning electrochemical system and its implementation for high-throughput data generation from combinatorially sputtered material libraries. Combinatorial Pd-Au alloys were investigated for …

Design And Test Of Asynchronous Systems Using The Link And Joint Model, Ebelechukwu Esimai

Dissertations and Theses

Asynchronous circuits offer numerous advantages, including low energy consumption and good composability and scalability. However, they remain meagerly adopted in the mainstream semiconductor industry. One reason is the limited number of design tools available to help designers navigate design complexity, particularly the myriad of asynchronous implementation styles.

This dissertation focuses on managing the myriad of asynchronous implementation styles by utilizing a circuit-neutral model, called Links and Joints, and embedding this Link-Joint approach into a design flow. Although years of past work have already laid the groundwork, the work in this dissertation identifies and addresses key missing pieces.

First, the …

Biden Holds Large Lead Over Trump & Kennedy In Ma; Residents Divided About Campus Protests 5/23/2024, Unh Survey Center

All UNH Survey Center Polls

President Joe Biden holds a commanding lead over former President Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential race in Massachusetts, while Robert F. Kennedy Jr. enjoys support from one in ten likely voters. Voters who do not support Trump think a Trump victory would be a threat to democracy. Most Massachusetts residents believe Trump is guilty of the crimes in his “hush money” case but are not sure he will be convicted. Bay Staters are divided on whether tent encampments on campuses to protest the war in Gaza are acceptable.

Biden Comfortably Leads Trump In Rhode Island Despite Low Job Approval 5/23/2024, Unh Survey Center

All UNH Survey Center Polls

More than half of likely voters in Rhode Island plan to vote for President Joe Biden in the 2024 presidential election. However, a majority of Rhode Islanders disapprove of Biden's performance as president, many citing his handling of immigration as a reason they disapprove. Donald Trump is an unpopular figure in Rhode Island and nearly-two thirds believe Trump is guilty in his ”hush money” case. Rhode Islanders generally support protestors on campuses carrying out strikes or walkouts but think it is unacceptable to put up tents, occupy buildings, or state that Israel has no right to exist.

Capital Advisors, Llc Vs. Cai, 140 Nev. Adv. Op. 34 (May 23, 2024), Ashley Burt

Nevada Supreme Court Summaries

The Nevada Supreme Court consolidated appeals from district court orders granting a motion for summary judgement on a case involving the liability of officers and directors of a parent company who allegedly had knowledge of actions adverse to the parent company conducted by a wholly owned subsidiary. The court affirmed the decision of the district court in part, reversed in part, vacated in part, and remanded.

Efficacy Of Ferula L. Species Extracts From Tajikistan Against Influenza Viruses, Saidbeg Satorov, Sulhiy Mavlonazarova, Ahdrey P. Bogoyavlenskiy, Salomuddin D. Yusufi, Vyacheslav Dushenkov

Publications and Research

Efficacy of Ferula L. Species Extracts from Tajikistan Against Influenza Viruses One of the challenges facing both the domestic and international pharmaceutical industries is the limited selection and suboptimal efficacy of available antiviral drugs. The high mutational variability of influenza viruses contributes to rapid acquisition of drug resistance, which diminishes or nullifies the effectiveness of existing therapies, thereby necessitating the exploration for novel therapeutics. This study aimed to assess the antiviral activities of three species of the genus Ferula— indigenous to the Republic of Tajikistan—against influenza strains A/Vladivostok/2/09 (H1N1) and A/Almaty/8/98 (H3N2). The investigation revealed that phytochemical constituents—specifically, root …

Machine Learning Models For Enhanced Stock Trading Strategies, Alyaa Al Ali

Theses

The purpose of this research is to develop sophisticated machine-learning models that can predict stock price movements, taking into account the multifaceted influences that create volatility in financial markets. To navigate the complexities of market dynamics effectively, investors, financial institutions, and academia rely on precision stock price predictions. This research generates actionable buy and sell signals by using historical stock data, technical market indicators, Linear Support Vector Machines (LSVM), Neural Networks, and Logistic Regression. A distinctive feature of this model is it uses market indicators such as PPO, MACD, RSI Signal, Bollinger Bands, ROC Signal, and DX Signal instead of …

Oregon In Motion: Shaping Communities Through State Transportation Legislation, Cassie Wilson

PSU Transportation Seminars

About every eight years, the Oregon state legislature passes a large state transportation funding package. Transportation funding packages in Oregon have historically included funding mechanisms such as the gas tax, program areas such as Safe Routes to School, projects such as freeway widenings, and transparency and accountability measures such as establishing new reporting requirements and advisory committees. The way this legislation is developed and who has a seat at the table highly influences package contents and the public and political support needed for its passage. In this presentation, I will provide highlights from my recently published report, Oregon in Motion …

Evaluating The Implementation Of Biplane Ultrasound Probes For Guided Peripheral Intravenous Access In The Emergency Department, Ian Troupe

Doctor of Nursing Practice Final Manuscripts

Background: Single plane ultrasound (US) probes are currently standardized for initiating US guided peripheral intravenous (USGPIV) access for difficult intravenous access (DIVA) patients in the emergency department (ED). Emerging literature reveals the increased efficacy of biplane US probes for USGPIV access with an improved success rate of up to 36.6%.

Purpose of Project: Implement best practice recommendations by integrating one biplane US probe for USGPIV access at a Level 1 Trauma Center ED in Southern California after training ten registered nurses (RN) on its use. The project aimed to improve patient outcomes, department flow, RN education, and utilization …

A Computational Investigation Of Wood Selection For Acoustic Guitar, Jonah Osterhus

Senior Honors Theses

The acoustic guitar is a stringed instrument, often made of wood, that transduces vibrational energy of steel strings into coupled vibrations of the wood and acoustic pressure waves in the air. Variations in wood selection and instrument geometry have been shown to affect the timbre of the acoustic guitar. Computational methods were utilized to investigate the impact of material properties on acoustic performance. Sitka spruce was deemed the most suitable wood for guitar soundboards due to its acoustic characteristics, strength, and uniform aesthetic. Mahogany was deemed to be the best wood for the back and sides of the guitar body …

Biden, Trump Locked In Close Contest In Nh; Gabbard & Ramaswamy Favored For Trump's Vp 5/23/2024, Unh Survey Center

All UNH Survey Center Polls

With the 2024 general election less than six months away, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are statistically tied in New Hampshire. More than one-third of undecided voters would be less likely to vote for Trump if he is convicted in his current court case. Former Democratic Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy are mentioned most often as running mates for Trump. Granite Staters generally find it acceptable for those protesting the Gaza conflict to hold strikes or walkouts to protest but find it unacceptable to put up tents, occupy buildings, or state that Israel has no …

Economic Vitality Index 2022: Disparate Recovery Across Ohio, Molly Schnoke, Georgina Guadalupe Figueroa, Jack Yochum

All Maxine Goodman Levin School of Urban Affairs Publications

The Center for Economic Development tracks the economic health of Ohio's 88 counties using the Economic Vitality Index (EVI). After establishing a baseline with 2019 data and analyzing pandemic impacts through 2021, the 2022 EVI shows resilience amid inflation and high interest rates. Urban counties like Cuyahoga, Franklin, and Montgomery display positive recovery trends, whereas Appalachian counties in Southern Ohio continue to face economic challenges.

Farmers’ Hiring Decisions Towards Farm Mechanization Services In The Cauvery Delta Zone Of Tamil Nadu, Krishnadas R

Theses and Dissertations

Agriculture is critical to any country's economic development. It not only benefits the primary and secondary sectors but also helps the economy flourish. In addition to ensuring food security, the Indian agricultural sector provides work to huge populations, both directly and indirectly. Traditional farming practices are now overused, labour is no longer abundant, and the power demand is rising steadily. The rapid development of technology has given rise to new opportunities in agriculture (Balafoutis, Evert, & Fountas, 2020). Technology aids agricultural growth by allowing more effective utilization of inputs. It has the potential to make an immense contribution to agricultural …

Feeling Otherwise: A Hermeneutic Phenomenological Study Of Queer And Trans Youth Of Color Who Create And Embody Fursonas, Hazel Ali Zaman

Dissertations and Theses

Queer and trans youth of color are often the target of surveillance, bullying, discrimination, and abuse. However, in an attempt to navigate such violent and discriminatory circumstances, the queer and trans youth of color in this dissertation found refuge in furry art and performances, both online and offline, where they were able to express themselves freely and thus acquire a sense of belonging among others with similar experiences. In this dissertation, "a furry" is used to refer to an individual who self-identifies as one who has an affinity for anthropomorphic animal characters. A common practice among furries is creating a …

Validation Of A Serological Elisa Method To Detect Anti-Sarscov2 Igg And Igm Antibodies In Mexican Population, Mabel Rodriguez, Luis Fernando Losoya, Luis Eduardo Hernandez, Arlene Calderón, Maricela Olvera, Juan Carlos Rivera, Miguel Mendoza, Laura Alicia Palomares, Octavio Tonatiuh Ramírez, Daniel Barreto

Vaccine Technology IX

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Recombinant Interleukins As Vaccine Adjuvants Against Livestock Diseases, Berenice Calderón-Pérez, Leandro Alberto Nuñez-Muñoz, Ana María Cortés-López, Pedro Ricardo Rodríguez-Farrera, Roberto Ruiz-Medrano, Beatriz Xoconostle-Cázares, Areli Margarita Martínez-Morales

Vaccine Technology IX

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Advances In Alternative Routes Of Vaccine Administration, And Continued Challenges, Tanima Sinha

Vaccine Technology IX

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Effects Of Functional Fatigue Protocol And Visual Information On Postural Control In Patients With Chronic Ankle Instability, Kyungeon Kim, Hyunsoo Kim, Kyeongtak Song, Suji Yoon, Eun Ji Hong, Hyung Gyu Jeon, Kyoung Uk Oh, Sae Yong Lee

Kinesiology Faculty Publications

Chronic ankle instability (CAI) patients often exhibit postural control deficits and rely on visual information to maintain static balance to compensate for decreased proprioception. Fatigue impairs neuromuscular control, in addition to postural control, in CAI patients. However, whether functional fatiguing exercises alter postural control and sensory organization strategies during single-leg balance tests in CAI patients remains unclear. This study involved a controlled trial on 28 CAI patients in a laboratory setting. Each participant performed a single-leg balance test with eyes open (EO) and eyes closed (EC) before and after a functional fatigue protocol. Two-way repeated-measures ANOVA evaluated fatigue (pre- vs. …

Raditation Test Report: Characterization Of Fairchild Imaging Cis2521 Cmos Focal Plane Array, Space Dynamics Laboratory

Space Dynamics Laboratory Publications

This report documents the results of radiation testing of Fairchild CIS2521 CMOS imaging sensor. Proton radiation measurements (both transient and total ionizing dose) were performed at the Crocker Nuclear Laboratory (CNL) of the University of California, Davis (UC Davis). Latchup characterization using Heavy Ion radiation was performed at the Texas A&M University Cyclotron Institute, Radiation Effects Facility.