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Expanding The Scope: Multimodal Dimensions In Aphasia Discourse Analysis—Preliminary Findings, Manaswita Dutta, Bijoyaa Mohapatra Jan 2024

Expanding The Scope: Multimodal Dimensions In Aphasia Discourse Analysis—Preliminary Findings, Manaswita Dutta, Bijoyaa Mohapatra

Faculty Publications

Background: Aphasia, resulting from acquired brain injury, disrupts language processing and usage, significantly impacting individuals’ social communication and life participation. Given the limitations of traditional assessments in capturing the nuanced challenges faced by individuals with aphasia, this study seeks to explore the potential benefits of integrating multimodal communication elements into discourse analysis to better capture narrative proficiency in this population. Objective: This study examined how incorporating multimodal communication elements (e.g., physical gestures, writing, drawing) into discourse analysis may affect the narrative outcomes of persons with aphasia compared to those observed using methods that exclude multimodal considerations. Methods: Participants included individuals …

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Memory And Myth In The Creation Of Identity: The Establishment Of The Vernal Public Library, Suzanne Marie Stauffer Jan 2024

Memory And Myth In The Creation Of Identity: The Establishment Of The Vernal Public Library, Suzanne Marie Stauffer

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Local history and lore reports that the Vernal Public Library owed its inception to a performance of Queen Esther Opera in 1907. However, the Vernal Express makes no mention of such a performance (nor can any such opera be identified), while it does record multiple other community fundraising events held to benefit the public library. One such, a unique event in public library history, occurred in 1908 when the public library association held a benefit performance of a stage version of Owen Wister’s popular Western novel, The Virginian. This documented event, however, seems to have been lost to history, as …

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Editorial, James P. Gregory Jr. Jan 2024

Editorial, James P. Gregory Jr.

Civil War Book Review

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The Lavatory Lens: Tracking The Global Movement Of Pathogens Via Aircraft Wastewater, Aaron Bivins, Robert Morfino, Andrew Franklin, Stuart Simpson, Warish Ahmed Jan 2024

The Lavatory Lens: Tracking The Global Movement Of Pathogens Via Aircraft Wastewater, Aaron Bivins, Robert Morfino, Andrew Franklin, Stuart Simpson, Warish Ahmed

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Modern commercial air travel connects disparate human populations. The global airline industry transported as many as 4.5 billion passengers annually in the years leading up to the COVID-19 pandemic. While such connections are convenient for commerce and tourism, air travel networks can also be efficient distributors of infectious diseases. During the COVID-19 pandemic, public health agencies used multi-layered control strategies to manage the risk of COVID-19 transmission associated with air travel. Simultaneously, the surveillance of aircraft wastewater was further developed as a promising new method to screen for COVID-19, including newly emerging lineages, among international travelers. Herein, we review the …

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Editor’S Introduction: Special Issue On The 2022 Midterm Congressional Election, Joel Sievert, James C. Garand Jan 2024

Editor’S Introduction: Special Issue On The 2022 Midterm Congressional Election, Joel Sievert, James C. Garand

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Editorial: How Rsv Outsmarts The Host, Stephania A. Cormier, Lawrence M. Kauvar, Ralph A. Tripp Jan 2024

Editorial: How Rsv Outsmarts The Host, Stephania A. Cormier, Lawrence M. Kauvar, Ralph A. Tripp

Division of Basic Science Faculty Publications

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Predicting Severe Covid-19 Using Readily Available Admission Indicators: Spo2/Fio2 Ratio, Comorbidity Index, And Gender, Luan D. Vu, Rebecca C. Christofferson, Hollis R. O’Neal, Diana Hamer, Anh T.Q. Phan, Katie M. Vance, E. A. Turner, Avinash Kumar, Ibrahim Musa Yola, Natalie Lim, Beverly Ogden, Stephania A. Cormier Jan 2024

Predicting Severe Covid-19 Using Readily Available Admission Indicators: Spo2/Fio2 Ratio, Comorbidity Index, And Gender, Luan D. Vu, Rebecca C. Christofferson, Hollis R. O’Neal, Diana Hamer, Anh T.Q. Phan, Katie M. Vance, E. A. Turner, Avinash Kumar, Ibrahim Musa Yola, Natalie Lim, Beverly Ogden, Stephania A. Cormier

Division of Basic Science Faculty Publications

The focus of this study was to identify risk factors for severe and critical COVID-19, evaluate local respiratory immune responses to SARS-CoV-2 infection, and develop a prognostic tool for COVID-19 severity using accessible early indicators. Using nasopharyngeal swab samples from hospitalized patients with COVID-19 of varying severity during the first wave of the pandemic from March to May 2020 in Louisiana, we evaluated the association between COVID-19 severity and viral load, respiratory immune mediators, and demographic/clinical factors. We found that the SpO2/FiO2 ratio at triage, total comorbidity burden (represented by Charlson Comorbidity Index), and gender were significantly associated with COVID-19 …

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Covid-19 As A Chronic Stressor And The Importance Of Individual Identity: A Data-Driven Look At Academic Productivity During The Pandemic, Breanna N. Harris, Carolyn M. Bauer, James A. Carr, Caitlin R. Gabor, Jennifer L. Grindstaff, Caleigh Guoynes, Jennifer J. Heppner, Cris C. Ledon-Rettig, Patricia C. Lopes, Sharon E. Lynn, Carla B. Madelaire, Lorin A. Neuman-Lee, Maria G. Palacios, Paul Soto, Jennifer Terry Jan 2024

Covid-19 As A Chronic Stressor And The Importance Of Individual Identity: A Data-Driven Look At Academic Productivity During The Pandemic, Breanna N. Harris, Carolyn M. Bauer, James A. Carr, Caitlin R. Gabor, Jennifer L. Grindstaff, Caleigh Guoynes, Jennifer J. Heppner, Cris C. Ledon-Rettig, Patricia C. Lopes, Sharon E. Lynn, Carla B. Madelaire, Lorin A. Neuman-Lee, Maria G. Palacios, Paul Soto, Jennifer Terry

Faculty Publications

The COVID-19 pandemic impacted personal and professional life. For academics, research, teaching, and service tasks were upended and we all had to navigate the altered landscape. However, some individuals faced a disproportionate burden, particularly academics with minoritized identities or those who were early career, were caregivers, or had intersecting identities. As comparative endocrinologists, we determine how aspects of individual and species-level variation influence response to, recovery from, and resilience in the face of stressors. Here, we flip that framework and apply an integrative biological lens to the impact of the COVID-19 chronic stressor on our endocrine community. We address how …

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Alcohol And Cannabis Dual Use Among Black Adults: Associations With Alcohol Use, Use-Related Problems, And Race-Based Discrimination, Julia D. Buckner, Michael J. Zvolensky, Caroline R. Scherzer Jan 2024

Alcohol And Cannabis Dual Use Among Black Adults: Associations With Alcohol Use, Use-Related Problems, And Race-Based Discrimination, Julia D. Buckner, Michael J. Zvolensky, Caroline R. Scherzer

Faculty Publications

Background and Objectives: Black adults who drink alcohol appear at risk for poor alcohol-related outcomes, yet little research has examined whether cannabis use among those who consume alcohol (alcohol-cannabis dual use) is related to worse alcohol-related consequences, as observed in predominantly White samples. Further, it may be that experiencing more race-based discrimination may be related to using multiple substances to cope with such experiences; however, no known studies have examined the impact of race-based discrimination on alcohol-cannabis dual use. Methods: Participants were 270 Black undergraduates who endorsed past-month drinking, 112 of whom endorsed alcohol-cannabis dual use. Results: The dual use …

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Mobile Intervention To Address Cannabis Use Disorder Among Black Adults: Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial, Pamella Nizio, Bryce Clausen, Michael S. Businelle, Natalia Ponton, Ava A. Jones, Brooke Y. Redmond, Julia D. Buckner, Ezemenari M. Obasi, Michael J. Zvolensky, Lorra Garey Jan 2024

Mobile Intervention To Address Cannabis Use Disorder Among Black Adults: Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial, Pamella Nizio, Bryce Clausen, Michael S. Businelle, Natalia Ponton, Ava A. Jones, Brooke Y. Redmond, Julia D. Buckner, Ezemenari M. Obasi, Michael J. Zvolensky, Lorra Garey

Faculty Publications

Background: African American or Black (hereafter referred to as Black) adults who use cannabis use it more frequently and are more likely to meet criteria for cannabis use disorder (CUD) than both White and Hispanic or Latin individuals. Black adults may be more apt to use cannabis to cope with distress, which constitutes a false safety behavior (FSB; a behavior designed to reduce psychological distress in the short term). Although FSB engagement can perpetuate the cycle of high rates of CUD among Black individuals, limited work has applied an FSB elimination treatment approach to Black adults with CUD, and no …

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Rationale And Challenges For A New Instrument For Remote Measurement Of Negative Symptoms, David Gordon Daniel, Alex S. Cohen, Philip D. Harvey, Dawn I. Velligan, William Z. Potter, William P. Horan, Raeanne C. Moore, Stephen R. Marder Jan 2024

Rationale And Challenges For A New Instrument For Remote Measurement Of Negative Symptoms, David Gordon Daniel, Alex S. Cohen, Philip D. Harvey, Dawn I. Velligan, William Z. Potter, William P. Horan, Raeanne C. Moore, Stephen R. Marder

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There is a broad consensus that the commonly used clinician-administered rating scales for assessment of negative symptoms share significant limitations, including (1) reliance upon accurate self-report and recall from the patient and caregiver; (2) potential for sampling bias and thus being unrepresentative of daily-life experiences; (3) subjectivity of the symptom scoring process and limited sensitivity to change. These limitations led a work group from the International Society of CNS Clinical Trials and Methodology (ISCTM) to initiate the development of a multimodal negative symptom instrument. Experts from academia and industry reviewed the current methods of assessing the domains of negative symptoms …

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Male Mouse Skeletal Muscle Lacking Hur Shows Enhanced Glucose Disposal At A Young Age, Robert C. Noland, Sujoy Ghosh, Carlos J. Crisanto, Antonio Aleman, Mckenna K. Chaney, Maitri K. Chauhan, Layla G. Loftis, Ally C. Goad, Christin F. Rickman, Samuel E. Velasquez, Jaycob D. Warfel Jan 2024

Male Mouse Skeletal Muscle Lacking Hur Shows Enhanced Glucose Disposal At A Young Age, Robert C. Noland, Sujoy Ghosh, Carlos J. Crisanto, Antonio Aleman, Mckenna K. Chaney, Maitri K. Chauhan, Layla G. Loftis, Ally C. Goad, Christin F. Rickman, Samuel E. Velasquez, Jaycob D. Warfel

Division of Basic Science Faculty Publications

Introduction: Metabolic flexibility is the ability of a system to switch between metabolic substrates. Human and murine skeletal muscle tissues and cells with decreased activity of the regulatory RNA-binding protein, human antigen R (HuR), have decreased capacity for fat oxidation, and thus decreased metabolic flexibility. In this study, we aimed to assess the preference for carbohydrates in mice lacking HuR in skeletal muscle. Methods: Experiments were performed on weight-matched control and HuR knockout mice of both sexes. Palmitate and pyruvate oxidation were performed in mouse muscle following the release of 14CO2. In vivo glucose and lipid uptake were assayed in …

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Insights Into Properties Of Biomass Energy Pellets Made From Mixtures Of Woody And Non-Woody Biomass: A Meta-Analysis, Rajitha Lakshan Rupasinghe, Priyan Perera, Rangika Bandara, Hiran Amarasekera, Richard Vlosky Jan 2024

Insights Into Properties Of Biomass Energy Pellets Made From Mixtures Of Woody And Non-Woody Biomass: A Meta-Analysis, Rajitha Lakshan Rupasinghe, Priyan Perera, Rangika Bandara, Hiran Amarasekera, Richard Vlosky

Faculty Publications

There is a widespread global shift toward renewable energy sources, where the emphasis is on enhancing the utilization of renewable energy due to the rising costs associated with fossil fuels. In this light, biomass pellets made from woody and non-woody biomass and blends have gained increased attention. Extensive research has been conducted globally to enhance the quality of biomass pellets and to explore the potential to combine woody biomass with other non-woody forms of biomass in biomass pellet production. The heterogeneity of the raw materials used and resulting properties of the biomass pellets have led to the establishment of internationally …

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Strategic Environmental Consumer Segmentation: An Exploratory Case Study In Slovakia, Hana Maťová, Miroslava Oravcová Triznová, Vladislav Kaputa, Erika Loučanová, Richard P. Vlosky Jan 2024

Strategic Environmental Consumer Segmentation: An Exploratory Case Study In Slovakia, Hana Maťová, Miroslava Oravcová Triznová, Vladislav Kaputa, Erika Loučanová, Richard P. Vlosky

Faculty Publications

The desire to live in a healthy “green” environment is becoming increasingly important to global populations. The term “green” is overused, confusing, and inconsistently used among and between consumers, corporate enterprises, environmental groups, government entities, and other segments globally. Research studies suggest that defining and applying the term “green” to behaviors and decision-making is constantly changing, further complicating the study of corporate and consumer environmental responsibility. In this study, we focus on the consumer. Not all consumers behave the same or have the same beliefs and perceptions regarding what is environmentally “green.” As such, we segmented consumers in Slovakia into …

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Use Of Cryopreserved Sperm Of Grass Carp (Ctenopharyngodon Idella) For Seed Production At The Hatchery Level Of Bangladesh—A Need For Development Of Germplasm Repositories, Shajjad Hossian, Md Faijan Reza, Mohammad Matiur Rahman, Mariom, Mohammed Jahangir Alam, Md Abdur Razzak, Md Fazlul Awal Mollah, Terrence R. Tiersch, Md Rafiqul Islam Sarder Jan 2024

Use Of Cryopreserved Sperm Of Grass Carp (Ctenopharyngodon Idella) For Seed Production At The Hatchery Level Of Bangladesh—A Need For Development Of Germplasm Repositories, Shajjad Hossian, Md Faijan Reza, Mohammad Matiur Rahman, Mariom, Mohammed Jahangir Alam, Md Abdur Razzak, Md Fazlul Awal Mollah, Terrence R. Tiersch, Md Rafiqul Islam Sarder

Faculty Publications

Grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella), a freshwater nonnative fish species, is a potential aquaculture candidate in Bangladesh. The seed of the species is produced in the hatcheries by hypophysation, but the quality of seedstock of grass carp is deteriorated due to inbreeding, negative selection, and interspecific introgression among fishes. To increase the availability of quality seed and best genetic traits of grass carp, this study dealt with finding suitable conditions of sperm cryopreservation protocols and evaluated the effectiveness of cryopreserved sperm through breeding trials of C. idella. A broodstock population was developed from fingerlings imported from China by the Bangladesh Department …

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Webster Parish Library, 1929-1935 : A Rosenwald Demonstration Library, Suzanne Marie Stauffer Jan 2024

Webster Parish Library, 1929-1935 : A Rosenwald Demonstration Library, Suzanne Marie Stauffer

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In 1929 the Julius Rosenwald Fund instituted its County Demonstration Library program of matching grants to promote public library service to Blacks in the South. By the end of the program, total circulation in the demonstration counties averaged 5.2 per capita, with circulation among Blacks more than twice what it had been the previous year. One such segregated library system was established in Webster Parish Louisiana with the support of the State Library Commission. The central white library and eight branches opened on October 4, 1929. The central Black library and four branches opened a short time later. The Library …

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Bridge Inspection Training And Enhanced Operations Using Augmented Reality, Fernando Moreu, Ali Mohammadkhorasani, Kaveh Malek Jan 2024

Bridge Inspection Training And Enhanced Operations Using Augmented Reality, Fernando Moreu, Ali Mohammadkhorasani, Kaveh Malek

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This research project focused on the innovative application of Augmented Reality (AR) headsets to enhance bridge inspection processes and inspection training. The study encompassed the visualization of 3D point cloud data, utilized the Eye-Tracking features of AR headsets for inspection quantification, evaluate the applicability of AR in the bridge inspection training and instruction of an AR virtual menu for the in-field bridge inspection. The primary tasks included establishing a database connection for AR headset, designing an AR menu tailored for bridge inspection, devising an evaluation method based on Eye-Tracking capabilities, and integrating AR into bridge inspection training. Once the technical …

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Impact Of Autonomous Vehicle (Av)-Based On-Demand Transportation Services On Traffic Crashes, Sharareh Kermanshachi, Sai Sneha Channamallu, Apurva Pamidimukkalla Jan 2024

Impact Of Autonomous Vehicle (Av)-Based On-Demand Transportation Services On Traffic Crashes, Sharareh Kermanshachi, Sai Sneha Channamallu, Apurva Pamidimukkalla

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This technical report investigates the burgeoning field of Autonomous Vehicles (AVs), a transformative technology set to redefine transportation by enhancing safety, efficiency, and reducing human error. Despite their potential, AVs introduce complex challenges and safety concerns, particularly in urban environments. This study focuses on California from 2014 to 2022, offering a comprehensive examination of AV collision patterns, safety dynamics, and performance compared to Conventional Vehicles (CVs). Therefore, the objectives of this study are to (1) analyze trends in AV crashes to identify recurring patterns or anomalies that may indicate underlying issues or areas for improvement, (2) utilize the latest data …

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Reinforcing Network Resilience To Support Equitable Disaster Evacuation, Kate Kyung Hyun, Stephen Mattingly, Mehrdad Arabi, Md Ashraful Imran Jan 2024

Reinforcing Network Resilience To Support Equitable Disaster Evacuation, Kate Kyung Hyun, Stephen Mattingly, Mehrdad Arabi, Md Ashraful Imran

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The research report presents an extensive analysis of hurricane evacuation strategies, highlighting the critical role of transportation networks in emergency situations. It examines how variables such as hurricane severity and the geographic positioning of residential areas impact evacuation patterns, using real-time GPS data and the Rayleigh distribution to accurately model evacuation timing. The study is focused on assessing the transportation network's capacity to handle the surge in evacuation traffic, identifying the most critical links within the network that are vital for effective evacuation. Additionally, the report offers an in-depth look at the socio-economic implications of these evacuation strategies, particularly underscoring …

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A New Generation Of Multi-Functional Asphalt Mixtures With Superhydrophobic And Luminescent Properties, Mostafa Elseifi, Md. T. A. Sarkar Jan 2024

A New Generation Of Multi-Functional Asphalt Mixtures With Superhydrophobic And Luminescent Properties, Mostafa Elseifi, Md. T. A. Sarkar

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Every year, the United States invests billions of dollars in maintaining its roads and enhancing road safety, especially during severe weather conditions. Challenges such as flooding, snow, ice formation, and low visibility significantly affect road infrastructure and safety. The aim of this study was to develop a novel approach to create a new generation of multifunctional asphalt surfaces with enhanced water repellency and luminescent properties. To achieve this objective, two types of asphalt emulsions (BC-1HT and CSS-1H), one type of superhydrophobic nanomaterial (PTFE), and one SMA mix design were evaluated through various laboratory tests. These tests included scanning electron microscopy …

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Exploring Older Adults’ Mobility Challenges And Preferences Before And After Experiencing Covid-19 Pandemic, Hany Hassan, Bernard Boakye Jan 2024

Exploring Older Adults’ Mobility Challenges And Preferences Before And After Experiencing Covid-19 Pandemic, Hany Hassan, Bernard Boakye

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The US Census Bureau reports that the number of seniors (65+ years old) in the US is predicted to increase from 16.5% in 2019 to 22% by 2050. However, seniors have reduced mobility as they age due to their declining health and the limited travel options available. Therefore, it is crucial to solve their transportation needs during pandemics like COVID-19 when they are most disadvantaged. This study involved an online national survey that collected 1507 responses from seniors in all the 50 US states to examine their travel behavior and challenges and their willingness to adopt Autonomous Vehicles before and …

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Baseline Physical Activity Moderates Intracellular Lipid Deposition During Overfeeding, Kaja Falkenhain, Robbie A. Beyl, Kara L. Marlatt, Eric Ravussin Jan 2024

Baseline Physical Activity Moderates Intracellular Lipid Deposition During Overfeeding, Kaja Falkenhain, Robbie A. Beyl, Kara L. Marlatt, Eric Ravussin

Clinical Research Faculty Publications

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Eco-Driving Of Connected And Autonomous Vehicles Approaching And Departing Signalized Intersections, Xiangyu Meng, Tonmoy Sarkar Jan 2024

Eco-Driving Of Connected And Autonomous Vehicles Approaching And Departing Signalized Intersections, Xiangyu Meng, Tonmoy Sarkar

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Eco-driving is a driving strategy that focuses on reducing fuel consumption, carbon emissions, and improving passenger comfort through the implementation of safe and anticipatory driving strategies. One method to improve eco-driving in autonomous vehicles is the optimal control approach, which utilizes ‘Signal Phase and Time’ (SPaT) information to determine an energy-efficient trajectory for vehicles approaching and departing signalized intersections. Camera-based vision systems and deep learning techniques can be implemented to recognize the traffic signal head and its phase information, further enabling the vehicle to adapt its driving patterns for improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions. This report reviews advancements in …

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Proportion Of Caloric Restriction-Induced Weight Loss As Skeletal Muscle, Steven B. Heymsfield, Shengping Yang, Cassidy Mccarthy, Jasmin B. Brown, Corby K. Martin, Leanne M. Redman, Eric Ravussin, Wei Shen, Manfred J. Müller, Anja Bosy-Westphal Jan 2024

Proportion Of Caloric Restriction-Induced Weight Loss As Skeletal Muscle, Steven B. Heymsfield, Shengping Yang, Cassidy Mccarthy, Jasmin B. Brown, Corby K. Martin, Leanne M. Redman, Eric Ravussin, Wei Shen, Manfred J. Müller, Anja Bosy-Westphal

Clinical Research Faculty Publications

Objective: This study's objective was to develop models predicting the relative reduction in skeletal muscle (SM) mass during periods of voluntary calorie restriction (CR) and to validate model predictions in longitudinally monitored samples. Methods: The model development group included healthy nonexercising adults (n = 897) who had whole-body SM mass measured with magnetic resonance imaging. Model predictions of relative SM changes with CR were evaluated in two longitudinal studies, one 12 to 14 weeks in duration (n = 74) and the other 12 months in duration (n = 26). Results: A series of SM prediction models were developed in a …

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Are We Adequately Training Our Healthcare Providers Facing The Pandemic Of Obesity?, Eric Ravussin Jan 2024

Are We Adequately Training Our Healthcare Providers Facing The Pandemic Of Obesity?, Eric Ravussin

Clinical Research Faculty Publications

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Postprandial Glucose Variability Following Typical Meals In Youth Living With Type 1 Diabetes, Susana R. Patton, Simon Bergford, Jennifer L. Sherr, Robin L. Gal, Peter Calhoun, Mark A. Clements, Michael C. Riddell, Corby K. Martin Jan 2024

Postprandial Glucose Variability Following Typical Meals In Youth Living With Type 1 Diabetes, Susana R. Patton, Simon Bergford, Jennifer L. Sherr, Robin L. Gal, Peter Calhoun, Mark A. Clements, Michael C. Riddell, Corby K. Martin

Clinical Research Faculty Publications

We explored the association between macronutrient intake and postprandial glucose variability in a large sample of youth living with T1D and consuming free-living meals. In the Type 1 Diabetes Exercise Initiative Pediatric (T1DEXIP) Study, youth took photographs before and after their meals on 3 days during a 10 day observation period. We used the remote food photograph method to obtain the macronutrient content of youth’s meals. We also collected physical activity, continuous glucose monitoring, and insulin use data. We measured glycemic variability using standard deviation (SD) and coefficient of variation (CV) of glucose for up to 3 h after meals. …

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Factors Affecting Reproducibility Of Change In Glucose During Exercise: Results From The Type 1 Diabetes And Exercise Initiative, Zoey Li, Peter Calhoun, Michael R. Rickels, Robin L. Gal, Roy W. Beck, Peter G. Jacobs, Mark A. Clements, Susana R. Patton, Jessica R. Castle, Corby K. Martin, Melanie B. Gillingham, Francis J. Doyle, Michael C. Riddell Jan 2024

Factors Affecting Reproducibility Of Change In Glucose During Exercise: Results From The Type 1 Diabetes And Exercise Initiative, Zoey Li, Peter Calhoun, Michael R. Rickels, Robin L. Gal, Roy W. Beck, Peter G. Jacobs, Mark A. Clements, Susana R. Patton, Jessica R. Castle, Corby K. Martin, Melanie B. Gillingham, Francis J. Doyle, Michael C. Riddell

Clinical Research Faculty Publications

Aims: To evaluate factors affecting within-participant reproducibility in glycemic response to different forms of exercise. Methods: Structured exercise sessions ~30 minutes in length from the Type 1 Diabetes Exercise Initiative (T1DEXI) study were used to assess within-participant glycemic variability during and after exercise. The effect of several pre-exercise factors on the within-participant glycemic variability was evaluated. Results: Data from 476 adults with type 1 diabetes were analyzed. A participant’s change in glucose during exercise was reproducible within 15 mg/dL of the participant’s other exercise sessions only 32% of the time. Participants who exercised with lower and more consistent glucose level, …

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Combining Uncertainty-Aware Predictive Modeling And A Bedtime Smart Snack Intervention To Prevent Nocturnal Hypoglycemia In People With Type 1 Diabetes On Multiple Daily Injections, Clara Mosquera-Lopez, Valentina Roquemen-Echeverri, Nichole S. Tyler, Susana R. Patton, Mark A. Clements, Corby K. Martin, Michael C. Riddell, Robin L. Gal, Melanie Gillingham, Leah M. Wilson, Jessica R. Castle, Peter G. Jacobs Jan 2024

Combining Uncertainty-Aware Predictive Modeling And A Bedtime Smart Snack Intervention To Prevent Nocturnal Hypoglycemia In People With Type 1 Diabetes On Multiple Daily Injections, Clara Mosquera-Lopez, Valentina Roquemen-Echeverri, Nichole S. Tyler, Susana R. Patton, Mark A. Clements, Corby K. Martin, Michael C. Riddell, Robin L. Gal, Melanie Gillingham, Leah M. Wilson, Jessica R. Castle, Peter G. Jacobs

Clinical Research Faculty Publications

Objective: Nocturnal hypoglycemia is a known challenge for people with type 1 diabetes, especially for physically active individuals or those on multiple daily injections. We developed an evidential neural network (ENN) to predict at bedtime the probability and timing of nocturnal hypoglycemia (0-4 vs 4-8 h after bedtime) based on several glucose metrics and physical activity patterns. We utilized these predictions in silico to prescribe bedtime carbohydrates with a Smart Snack intervention specific to the predicted minimum nocturnal glucose and timing of nocturnal hypoglycemia. Materials and methods: We leveraged free-living datasets collected from 366 individuals from the T1DEXI Study and …

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Effect Of Muscle Mass And Strength On Depression: Does Mendelian Randomization Address Causality?, Candida J. Rebello Jan 2024

Effect Of Muscle Mass And Strength On Depression: Does Mendelian Randomization Address Causality?, Candida J. Rebello

Clinical Research Faculty Publications

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Local Social Capital, Disaster Housing Damage, And Mental Health: Insights From Hurricane Harvey, Ethan J. Raker, Kevin T. Smiley Jan 2024

Local Social Capital, Disaster Housing Damage, And Mental Health: Insights From Hurricane Harvey, Ethan J. Raker, Kevin T. Smiley

Faculty Publications

Community-level social capital has been theorized to shape mental health, particularly in disaster contexts, but methodological complexities hamper prior studies. Pairing zip-code-level data on social capital from Opportunity Insights with repeated cross-sectional health survey data before and after Hurricane Harvey in Houston, Texas, we examine how local social capital moderated the mental health consequences of disaster housing damage. We first document null associations between local social capital and residents’ mental health before the disaster. Next, we fit models predicting psychological distress and poor mental health days, revealing that local levels of economic connectedness and rates of volunteering offset adverse mental …

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