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Full Mouth Rehabilitation: Turning Back The Clock With An Esthetic Result, Vineet Gangadharan

Excellence Day

This case is about the dental management of a 78-year-old male patient with significant systemic health issues, including hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and polycythemia vera, under treatment with valsartan and atorvastatin. The patient expressed a desire to improve his dental aesthetics, particularly through the application of veneers. Clinical examination revealed an edentulous space at the locations corresponding to teeth #19 and #30, with #30 fractured at the gumline, and incisal chipping of the lower anterior teeth. The treatment plan was multifaceted, prioritizing the stabilization of the patient's periodontal health through prophylactic cleaning, followed by caries control. This involved resin fillings on teeth …

Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Simulation (Tens) In Pain Management, Simin Charkhzarrin, Brianna Wolfe, Miroslav Tolar, Marie Tolarova

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"Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) in Pain Management Simin Charkhzarrin, Brianna Wolfe, Miroslav Tolar, Marie M. Tolarova Summary of Project: Drug dependence and addiction, including opioids used in many situations to mitigate pain, are serious problems of our society. It is not only affecting the human body physically and psychologically with harmful consequences, but it is also costly to our society that provides for substance abuse rehabilitation, addiction recovery centers, and outpatient and in-patient treatment. Thus, applying TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) and other non- pharmacological therapies for pain management are very important for improvement of healthcare. TENS inhibits neural …

Student Community Outreach For Public Education: A Year In Review, Meghan Hansen, Sloane Spencer, Arlene Martinez Jauregui, Cooper Giesen

Excellence Day

As former leaders of SCOPE (Student Community Outreach for Public Education) we would like to take time to highlight our positive impact and the extent of our outreach in the Bay Area over the last two years. Our goal is to reflect on and illustrate major challenges returning to ‘normal’ in-person community outreach events following the height of Covid-19. Furthermore, we would like to recapitulate all of the events we accomplished for the term we served as leaders of this student organization. Our main objective is to capture the breadth of communities that we reached last year through a diverse …

The Academy Of General Dentistry, Mary Quilici, Ruth Rauca, Christina Tran, Guneet Gill, Gurleen Gill, Jasmine Hussein, Kamal Rattu, Keerat Kuckreja

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Summary of Project : Since 1972, the Academy of General Dentistry has aimed to improve the oral health of the public and to support the efforts of dental practitioners. Our UOP student AGD Chapter is a division of this foundation, and we strive to uphold this mission for all of our student members. Over the past year, we have encouraged our peers to become active members of their community by attending continuing education courses held by our chapter, AGD Foundation, CDA conferences, and CDE symposiums hosted by University of the Pacific. These courses were not all originally made accessible to …

Student Community Outreach For Public Education (Scope): Senior Smiles And Wellness Event 2023, Katie Hagan, Serena Ly

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The Senior Smiles Health & Wellness Fair is a community health outreach event sponsored by SCOPE, Student Community Outreach for Public Education, at University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry. The event is held annually in San Francisco at the School of Dentistry’s campus. Generally, over 100 members of San Francisco’s senior citizen population with limited access to healthcare attend this event. This annual event provides limited healthcare services and education, fostering better health practices among this vulnerable population. In May 2023, the 28th annual Senior Smiles Health & Wellness Fair successfully served over 200 senior citizens …

Give Kids A Smile Volunteer Event, Sarah Takahashi, Taylor O'Reilly

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Summary of Project: The Give Kids a Smile (GKAS) program is a national event through the American Dental Association. Its goal is to provide underserved children with free, quality oral health care and preventative education. At UOP, the GKAS event was sponsored by the Pediatric Department, with whom we worked closely to orchestrate the finer details of the event. With over 100 volunteers, we were able to provide free dental screenings, cleanings, fluoride treatment, and oral health education to ninety-four children. The event was strategically laid out to require children and their parents to complete the interactive educational portion before …

Management Of Pain In Orthodontics, Brianna Wolfe, Gregory Pavlos, Miroslav Tolar, Marie Tolarova

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Objectives: The objective of this literature review is to explore the current studies on orthodontic pain management amongst various orthodontic treatment approaches (fixed appliances, clear aligner therapy, expansions, temporary skeletal anchorage devices, etc.), and to analyze the efficacy of existing and new interventions for patients experiencing orthodontic pain. Methods: Search engines, including PubMed and Google Scholar, were employed, using keywords of orthodontic pain, orthodontic pain management, orthodontics AND pain, with NCBI filters of Free Full Text, Clinical Trial, Meta-Analysis, Randomized Controlled Trial, and Systematic Review. A time restriction from 2007-2024 and English language were applied. Results: After rigorous restrictions a …

Assessment Of Bacterial Diversity In South Georgia Water Sources Using Bacterial Isolation And Maldi Tof-Based Identification, Teighlor Livingston, Andrew Metry, Sammy Elmor, Steven Li, Hunter Medley, Alleluia Nishimwe, Nishi Patel, Gary Sellers, Daniel Torres, Girija Regmi, Allen Kalantari, Hemant K. Naikare, Nikita Mirajkar

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Background

Water bodies support diverse life but are vulnerable to microbial contamination, endangering human, animal, and plant health, especially in rural areas with limited clean water access. Regular water sample surveillance is vital to protect public health and prevent adverse effects. In addition to monitoring current filtration processes, this study surveys rural South Georgia's water sources to establish a baseline microbial profile for future comparative analysis.

Methods

Biweekly water sampling occurred from November 2023 to January 2024 in rural South Georgia, covering diverse sites such as lakes, ponds, filtered water fountains, and a city water treatment facility. Samples were collected …

Healthcare-Associated Infection Differences Within Hospital Referral Regions In Georgia, Pathya Kunthy, Randall L. Sisam

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BACKGROUND: Healthcare-associated infections (HAI) are preventable health outcomes that occur during or because of a health-related intervention such as hospital stay, surgery, or device-associated interventions. HAI is the fifth leading cause of death in acute-care hospitals in the US. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) provides publicly available data including HAI for healthcare consumers to compare hospitals. Previous researchers have criticized the use of HAI data for hospital comparisons for consumers and reporting mandate placed on hospitals. Given the scarcity of data reported by hospitals, the objective of this study is to determine the effectiveness of HAI data …

Impact Of The Full Moon On Psychiatric Admissions And Consultations In The Emergency Department: A Retrospective Analysis, Jeanine Garcia, Philipa A. Wang, Richard Tricardo, Rizwana Ashraf

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Introduction:

This retrospective study explores how the full moon and various lunar phases correlate to the frequency of emergency department (ED) psychiatric consultations and admissions. The idea that lunar cycles may influence human behavior has long been a subject of fascination and folklore. However, empirical evidence in the context of psychiatric presentations in the ED remains limited. There are some contradictory research studies on how the full moon impacts human health and behavior. Various studies suggest a connection between lunar phases and neurological, reproductive, endocrine, immunological, cardiovascular, and inflammatory diseases, while other studies show no correlation between lunar phases and …

Rural And Urban Differences In Eye Care Among Persons With Diabetes Enrolled In Original Medicare - Georgia, 2019, Pathya Kunthy, Grace M. Perry, Lauren Ball

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Evaluation Of Us Immigration Policies For Technology Professionals, Angel Contreras Cruz

Student Research Symposium

The U.S. Immigration System is complex for technology professionals seeking to relocate to the United States for employment or education. The United States relies on its employment-based immigration to attract and select the best talent to fill the shortage of skilled jobs. Technology professionals, a stream of highly skilled immigrants, tend to contribute and be more beneficial to the U.S. economy, which is one of the principles of U.S. immigration policies. Although U.S. immigration policies are constantly updating, policymakers, experts, and scholars suggest that the United States needs significant immigration reform to solve current issues, such as improving technological capabilities …

Youtube Video Essays As Critical Remixed Scholarship, Michelle L. Arendt

Student Research Symposium

YouTube videos have contributed primary and supplementary instructional materials to traditional classrooms since the 2010s (Sylvia & Moody, 2022). These internet-native materials are more successful than their traditional counterparts due to their recontextualization which melds dissemination with the semiotic landscape of web 2.0 culture.

Preferential treatment towards long-form, research-based content has facilitated the development of the YouTube video essay format: a grassroots practice that unapologetically embeds identity, pop culture, and humor with rigorous scholarly praxis and remediation of major elements of academic discourse (Davis, 2022). Videos of this type regularly reach “audiences which may rival or dwarf the enrollment of …

Beavers Beyond Boundaries: Perceptions Of Beaver-Related Restoration, Matthew V. Guziejka

Student Research Symposium

The study "Beavers Beyond Boundaries: Perceptions of Beaver-Related Restoration" conducted by Matt Guziejka and Heejun Chang from the WISE Lab, Department of Geography at Portland State University, delves into the social, cultural, and environmental dimensions of Beaver-Related Restoration (BRR) within the urban setting of the Tualatin River watershed. Utilizing a voluntary survey with 187 participants across three urban watershed sites, the research aimed to analyze community perceptions concerning beavers and their impact on the environment, particularly in relation to their proximity to watercourses. Findings indicate that proximity significantly affects attitudes towards beavers, with those living closer to watercourses demonstrating more …

Fake News And Intent To Distribute: How The Ftc Can Stop The Spread, Pete Love

Journal of Technology Law & Policy

The proliferation of fake news through targeted social media disinformation campaigns originating in the United States and abroad threatens the hallmark of a well-functioning democracy—“a well-informed electorate.” This Note will describe the most damaging type of fake news—knowingly false stories made with the intent to distribute in return for advertising income. First, this Note will provide an overview of fake news and explain why current legal frameworks are insufficient to effectively deter the spread of fake news. Then, this Note will argue that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has the authority to address this issue and will recommend the FTC …

In Defense Of The Free-Banking Stablecoins, Ian Fong, Moin A. Yahya

Journal of Technology Law & Policy

Stablecoins, a form of crypto-currencies, have come under increasing regulatory scrutiny. The justification for this arises by analogizing the stablecoins to banknotes issued in the early nineteenth century during a period known as the free-banking era. During that era, banks in many states were free to issue their own notes with little supervision. The results, according to the critics, were an unstable banking system that resulted in the federal government printing its own money. In this Article, we examine the history of that era looking at judicial decisions from that time. We conclude that the judiciary had no qualms about …

A Ugv-Uav Formation Using Leader-Follower-Based Collaborative Navigation, Terrance Williams Jr, Hakki Erhan Sevil

Florida Conference on Recent Advances in Robotics

In this study, a proof-of-concept leader-follower relationship between an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and an unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) as a method of navigation is developed and tested. A JetHexa hexapod robot was tasked with following a CoDrone EDU quadrotor with no communication between the two platforms. To implement the UAV-following behavior, a You Only Look Once version 5 (YOLOv5) object detection model was developed and employed as part of a Robotic Operating System (ROS) package. According to the results, in controlled testing environments, the UGV is able to follow the UAV over multiple waypoints, following at distances as close …

Development Of A Uav-Based Detection And Tracking Pipeline In Simulation Environment, Hunter Ayers, Hakki Erhan Sevil

Florida Conference on Recent Advances in Robotics

Object detection and tracking are essential for particular applications especially with Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). This study focuses on developing a pipeline of an advanced detection and tracking system specifically for use in UAVs, leveraging the capabilities of AirSim. The use of AirSim allows for a more meticulous examination and refinement of targeting theories, thanks to the controlled conditions of the simulation. The project utilizes the YOLO (You Only Look Once) algorithm for object detection and tracking through contour boxes. The experiment results show successful detection and tracking capability of the UAV. The developed pipeline can be used for various …

Preserving The Dignity Of The Irish In "Translations", Diana J. Schoder

The Downtown Review: An Interdisciplinary Journal Written and Peer-Reviewed by Mandel Honors College Students at Cleveland State University

Focusing on the Anglicization of town names in Brian Friel’s Translations, this article analyzes the significance of translation, beyond names as agents of linguistic imperialism and functions or symbols of identity. Using a Christian lens to demonstrate the intrinsic dignity signified in a name combined with a colonization case study in the Danish West Indies attesting to the injuries of denying a given name, the irreversible damage of translating names into a non-native language is clear. At the same time, imposing Anglicized names on the Irish community allows opportunities for resistance, such as continuing the private use of the …

Impact Of Testosterone Therapy On Voices In Trans-Masculine People: A Scoping Review, Samuel E. Hedine, Jeff Conn, Deanna Britton

Student Research Symposium

Treatment of trans people by speech-language pathologists (SLPs) dates back to at least the 1980s. However, the majority of early research on the voices of trans people focused on trans-women. More recently, the field of speech-language pathology has garnered more interest in the effects of testosterone therapy in trans-masculine individuals. The goal of this project is to review current research, and compile the known effects of testosterone therapy in the trans-masculine population on common acoustic indices of voice production, including fundamental frequency (pitch), decibels/sound pressure level (dB SPL; loudness) and cepstral peak prominence (voice quality). A scoping literature search was …

Manga In Bookstores, Claire L. Curry

Student Research Symposium

In recent years, manga has seen a surge in popularity. This research seeks to provide insights into the role of manga in U.S. bookstores and its implications for reader discovery. Through observations at bookstores in the Portland area, including Books with Pictures, Kinokuniya, Powell’s, and Barnes and Noble, it was examined how manga is presented to readers. Factors considered include manga’s physical placement in the store and surrounding sections as well as shelving methods and categorizations like genre labels, particularly for manhwa, manhua, and light novels. Display tables, end caps, and shelf talkers also demonstrate an unique way for bookstores …

Impact Of Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement On Pain And Disability In Patients With Chronic Lumbosacral Radiculopathy: Results From An Rct, Danielle Zuzero

Student Research Symposium

Lumbosacral Radiculopathy (LR), also known as sciatica, is a common type of radiating neurologic pain in the lower extremities with an estimated lifetime prevalence as high as 43%. The goal of this randomized control trial was to determine the impact of virtually delivered Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) on patients with LR. Participants were randomized to MORE sessions or treatment-as-usual (TAU) for 8 consecutive weeks, pain intensity was collected daily via email. At baseline and follow-up visits, participants completed questionnaires of disability, quality of life, depression, mindful interpretation of pain, and train mindfulness. Patients undergoing MORE sessions had greater improvement in …

Impact Of Intersecting Vulnerabilities On Functional Outcome And Health-Related Quality Of Life After Traumatic Brain Injury: A Prospective Cohort Study, Rekesh Subedi, Tatiana Hoyos-Gomez, Luis Tinoco-Garcia, John Cervantes Cervantes

Student Research Symposium

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a critical public health issue that disproportionately affects select vulnerable populations, including race/ethnic minorities, low-income individuals, and those without health insurance. Despite high incidences of TBI and its considerable impact on morbidity and mortality, research is limited in addressing how the intersectionality of vulnerabilities contributes to outcomes post-TBI. This literature review aims to synthesize existing knowledge regarding Social determinants of health (SDH) on TBI outcomes, focusing on functional recovery and health-related quality of life (HRQOL). This study will use a prospective cohort research design where TBI patients at Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU) will …

Work And Psychological Recovery Experiences Of Asian American And Pacific Island Workers In Higher Education, Christine M. Beceril

Student Research Symposium

Individuals from Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islander (AAPI) backgrounds constitute the largest and fastest-growing minority group in the U.S. job market - comprising 6.7% of the U.S. population and expected to reach 15% by 2065 (United States Census Bureau, 2022). Despite their rapid growth, there has been a scarcity of literature in industrial-organizational psychology, with limited research on how AAPI workers engage in psychological recovery after work. This is a critical, yet unexplored area as previous research on psychological recovery from work has been investigated with homogenous White samples. Additionally, AAPI workers play integral roles in the U.S. higher …

Analyzing Intensifying Storm Events Correlation To Landslide Frequency In Portland’S West Hills, Aurora Villa Juan

Student Research Symposium

As the Pacific Northwest climate changes, extreme weather, such as intensifying storms, and a shift in the type of precipitation experienced with warmer winters causing more precipitation to fall as rain instead of snow, may lead to an increased frequency of landslides. There have been several recent landslides in Portland, noticeable to the public, particularly in areas of high elevation such as Council Crest, which stands at 1,073 feet. Additionally, residents of neighboring homes have observed changes in the landscape, including those on private properties. To better safeguard both public and private property, comprehensive research and mitigation efforts are required. …

The Cost Of Healthy Eating, Diana Prychyna, Miriam R. Elman, Joy Kim, Karen F. Miller, Deonni P. Stolldorf, Sean P. Collins, Bory Kea

Student Research Symposium

Background

Annually in the US, 15-20% of 1,000,000 Emergency Department visits for acute Heart Failure (HF) result in discharge, and patients often experience adverse health outcomes. The study, Get With the Guidelines in Emergency Department Patients With Heart Failure, utilized ‘Self-Care Coaches’ who meet participants via telehealth calls to discuss self-care maintenance after discharge; and offer provisions of resources, including a cookbook.

During calls, we observed gaps in self-care for retired older adults, living alone, and receiving food stamps from the federal SNAP program, who expressed struggles with affording an HF-friendly diet.

Objective

To investigate if the target population in …

Evaluating Equitable Success In Literary Spaces: A Portland Book Festival Case Study, Tia-Theo I. Thompson

Student Research Symposium

In 2015, data expressing the lack of diversity in literary institutions was made publicly available, yet equitable change remains slow. How do literary institutions achieve and evaluate successes in equity? Do certain factors expedite this transition?

In a three year Diversity and Inclusion plan (2019-2022), the Portland nonprofit, Literary Arts, drastically altered their internal and external practices to accommodate/introduce BIPoC writers, presenters, and employees. The equitability of this plan is assessed at the Portland Book Festival (PBF), 2023. Data concerning the identities, placement, and publications of Writers and Presenters at PBF is analyzed within the context of the goals set …

The Longitudinal Relationship Between Socioeconomic Status, Child Separation Anxiety Symptoms, And School Achievement In 1st Grade, Filip-Bogdan Serban-Dragan

Student Research Symposium

This informative poster highlights a study examining the association between child separation anxiety disorder (SAD) and school achievement, considering socioeconomic status (SES) and perceived financial stress. Data came from the Early Growth and Development Study (EGDS). Data from the kindergarten (age 6) and 1^st grade (age 7) assessments in the adoptive families (N=360 adoptive triads) were analyzed.

By controlling for parent’s income, financial stress, child’s gender and by measuring children at two time points (6 and 7 years), our study aims to identify the specific contribution of separation anxiety on academic achievement, enhancing our understanding of this …

Exploring Attrition And Linguistic Shifts: The Impact Of Covid-19 And Anti-Asian Discrimination On The East And Southeast Asian Diaspora, Sam Mutschler-Aldine, Amy Wan-Ling Lin, Natalie Robison, Milntra Raksachat, Carolyn Quam

Student Research Symposium

This study investigates language and identity among speakers of East Asian and Southeast Asian languages in the United States, within the context of the COVID-19 pandemic and the concurrent rise in anti-Asian hate. We adopt a mixed-methods approach guided by three research questions exploring: (1) changes in language use since pandemic onset, (2) changes in perspectives on language identity since pandemic onset, and (3) effects of geopolitical climate, specifically the rise in anti-Asian hate, on language use and perspectives on language identity. Qualitative methodologies allowed us to capture a diverse range of language experiences. Many (but not all) participants indicated …

Why People Pee In Public: Is A Lack Of Public Restrooms Keeping Portland Too Weird?, Cece Austin

Student Research Symposium

Various factors, including gender, housing status, socioeconomic status, and disability, impact access to public restrooms in Portland, Oregon. A pilot program involving the implementation of public restrooms has caused a significant reduction in public defecation in San Francisco. This research demonstrates the efficacy of this existing working model, which could be similarly implemented in Portland with some adjustments. Portland has the Portland Loos, which are single-stall, outdoor public restrooms. Still, many are not open 24 hours. An analysis of publicly available Google reviews indicates consistent poor cleanliness and Portland Loos being locked at times when they are advertised to be …