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Association Between The Dietary Index For Gut Microbiota (Di-Gm) And Colorectal Cancer In The Plco Cohort, Bezawit E. Kase, Angela D. Liese Ph.D., Jiajia Zhang Ph.D., Elizabeth Angela Murphy, Susan E. Steck Phd, Mph, Rd

Faculty Publications

Objectives: The study aimed to examine the association between a dietary index for gut microbiota (DI-GM) and the risk of incident colorectal cancer (CRC). Clarifying the role of diet-induced alterations in the composition and function of gut microbiota on the development of CRC can contribute to prevention efforts. Methods: Participants from the Prostate, Lung, Colorectal, and Ovarian Cancer Screening trial enrolled in the intervention arm and who completed baseline assessments were included in the analysis (n = 55,685). The DI-GM is a literature-derived index used to score diet quality in terms of maintaining healthy gut microbiota. A time-dependent Cox model …

Association Between The Dietary Index For Gut Microbiota (Di-Gm) And Colorectal Cancer In The Plco Cohort, Bezawit E. Kase, Angela D. Liese, Jiajia Zhang, Elizabeth Angela Murphy, Susan E. Steck

Faculty Publications

Objectives: The study aimed to examine the association between a dietary index for gut microbiota (DI-GM) and the risk of incident colorectal cancer (CRC). Clarifying the role of diet-induced alterations in the composition and function of gut microbiota on the development of CRC can contribute to prevention efforts. Methods: Participants from the Prostate, Lung, Colorectal, and Ovarian Cancer Screening trial enrolled in the intervention arm and who completed baseline assessments were included in the analysis (n = 55,685). The DI-GM is a literature-derived index used to score diet quality in terms of maintaining healthy gut microbiota. A time-dependent Cox model …

Using The Diary–Interview Method With Time-Constrained Professionals: The Case Of Journalists And Harassment, Ilmari Hiltunen, Reeta Pöyhtäri, Kaarina Nikunen

The Qualitative Report

This article presents a methodological reflection on the diary–interview method’s value and application when used with professionals whose schedules are both demanding and unpredictable, drawing on the authors’ insights from a study examining the harassment and intimidation of journalists. Our experiences demonstrate that combining solicited diary entries with recurring interviews can yield substantial advantages over using either method alone. Diaries are particularly well suited to capturing rich, situated data and individual perspectives, adding distinctive value especially when exploring sensitive or personal issues. Interviews that probe these accounts and revisit incidents in greater depth, in turn, enhance understanding of participants’ emotions, …

Enhancing Academic And Religious Values Through Literacy: An Ethnographic Qualitative Study In A Hindu Student Community, Ni Komang Sutriyanti, I Wayan Widiana, Ni Luh Ika Windayani, I Gede Wahyu Suwela Antara

The Qualitative Report

This study explores the influence of Indonesia's school literacy initiative program, also known as the school literacy movement (SLM), on academic achievement and religious character formation among Hindu students at Bali Mandara State High School. The SLM’s effects within Bali’s predominantly Hindu community provide a perspective on how literacy initiatives intersect with cultural and religious education in a largely Muslim country. The objective of the study was to assess the transformative impact of the SLM on both educational outcomes and character development, specifically examining its alignment with Hindu teachings. A qualitative approach was employed, with data collected through semi-structured interviews …

Arts-Based Pedagogy Of Qualitative Analysis At The Graduate Level: Dwelling In The Aesthetic, Jennifer Lapum, Leinic Chung-Lee

The Qualitative Report

For those who are new to qualitative research, it can be easy to become caught up in the procedural steps and lose sight of the interpretive nature of qualitative analysis. As educators, we need to be mindful about how to teach procedural steps but also engage learners in the interpretive process of qualitative analysis. In fact, we would suggest that a rigorous approach to qualitative analysis involves applying methods in ways that create space for interpretive thinking. Theoretical insights and rich understandings of the data are derived from interpretive and creative analytical thinking often grounded in aesthetics in which we …

Unexplained Inguinal Adenopathy Leading To The Diagnosis Of Metastatic High-Grade Serous Ovarian Carcinoma, Olivia R. Kaufman, Ishita Agarwal, Morgan W. Stewart, Peighton E. Davis, Brett Dunbar

Student Publications

High-grade serous ovarian carcinoma (HGSOC) is the most common subtype of ovarian cancer, most commonly originating from the epithelium of the fallopian tube. In metastasis of HGSOC cells, there is a particular predilection for the omentum. Metastatic involvement of extraperitoneal lymph nodes, particularly the inguinal region, is rare and may pose a diagnostic challenge. We report a case of an 87-year-old female patient presenting with a right inguinal mass, in whom the pathology of the surgically removed mass confirmed the diagnosis of metastatic HGSOC, requiring oncological follow-up and management. This atypical pattern of spread underscores the importance of considering a …

“Always Having To Dampen And Dilute My Essence In Order To Fit”: Intersectional Experiences Of Queer Scholars Of Color In Stem And Stem Education, Nuria Jaumot-Pascual, Lisette Torres-Gerald, Maria Ong

The Qualitative Report

This article examines the intersectional experiences of queer scholars of color in STEM and STEM education. Using arts-informed research methods, we conducted and analyzed five interviews and a focus group transcript that focused on the support and hurdles that five participants encountered and the strategies they utilized to navigate their work in STEM and STEM education. We identified that, against the backdrop of prevailing heteronormativity and normative whiteness in STEM, participants compartmentalized their STEM and social identities, felt compelled to negotiate the risks of coming out, and assumed the double burden and invisible work of students who were queer and/or …

Assessment Of Fecal Indicator Bacteria And Vendors' Handling Practices For Safety Of Salads And Raw Leafy Vegetables In Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, Gloria B. Mrisho, Thomas J. Lyimo, Godwill D. Mrema

Tanzania Journal of Science

Fresh leafy vegetables have gained popularity in Tanzanian cities due to their nutritional benefits and increased promotion by health practitioners. Assessment of their microbiological quality and safety is essential for determination of associated health risks. This study enumerated Fecal Indicator Bacteria (FIB) for determination of microbiological quality and safety of fresh leafy vegetable salads sold by street vendors and raw leafy vegetables obtained from Sinza market in Dar es Salaam. Handling practices, awareness and consumer satisfaction on the safety of leafy vegetable salads was also assessed among salad street vendors and consumers. Samples were collected from four stations and analyzed …

Collage Concert

Bailey School of Music Concert Programs

KSU’s annual Collage Concert highlights the artistry of the Bailey School of Music through a seamless program featuring audience favorites including John Williams’s "Superman March," the timeless "Flower Duet," Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah," and celebrated works by Hoagy Carmichael and Giovanni Gabrieli.

Influenza Infection Has Higher Risk Of Postoperative Complications Than Covid-19 In Shoulder Arthroplasty Patients, Jad J Lawand, Umar Ghilzai, Caleb Witsken, Dion Birhiray, Abdullah Ghali, Youssef M Khalafallah, Rohan G Reddy, Sameer R Khawaja, Adil Shahzad Ahmed

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

INTRODUCTION: The COVID-19 pandemic has captured the attention of healthcare systems worldwide, and testing remains a mainstay of preoperative testing before all surgical procedures, including shoulder arthroplasty. Other viral illnesses, specifically influenza, while still having severe complications, are either overshadowed by testing for COVID-19 or not tested at all.

METHODS: A multi-institutional cohort study using the TriNetX network examined patients undergoing total or hemi shoulder arthroplasty from January 2020 to March 2024. Matched cohorts were created: one with influenza and one with COVID-19 infection, 14 days before surgery.

RESULTS: A total of 3233 and 18,209 patients were included in the …

Machine Learning Prediction Of Discharge Destination In Patients With Parkinson’S Disease; A Nationwide Cohort Study, Hikaru Kamo, Tejas R. Mehta, Matthew Remz, Rachael M. Burke, Anne Brooks, Adrianne Smiley, Michael S. Okun, Christopher W. Hess

Department of Neurology Faculty Papers

Risk stratification during hospitalization may support real-world discharge planning. We developed and validated machine learning models and an interpretable risk score to predict discharge destination among patients hospitalized with Parkinson's disease using a nationwide administrative claims database. Adults aged ≥50 years hospitalized between November 2017 and June 2023 were included, and the first hospitalization was defined as the index admission. Discharge destination was categorized as home, facility, or in-hospital death. The dataset was randomly divided into training (80%) and testing (20%) cohorts. Random forest models were constructed for all discharge outcomes, and an elastic net logistic regression model was developed …

Fabrication And Analysis Of Bi₂O₃/Si Heterojunction For Solar Cell Applications, Maher Khaleel Ibrahim, Assel Mustafa Abdul Majeed, Randa Kamel Husain, Jamal M. Rzaij

Al-Bahir

Bismuth oxide (Bi₂O₃) nanoparticles were synthesized via a green route and integrated into Bi₂O₃/Si heterojunction solar cells. Structural analysis confirmed the monoclinic α-Bi₂O₃ phase with a nanoscale crystallite size, while SEM revealed a uniform morphology. Optical studies showed a direct band gap suitable for absorbing visible light. Photoluminescence spectra exhibited dual emissions at 498 nm and 250 nm, attributed to defect states and quantum confinement, highlighting the dual role of Bi₂O₃ as both absorber and transparent window layer. Electrical characterization under dark conditions demonstrated rectifying diode behavior, confirming the formation of a junction. Capacitance–voltage analysis yielded a built-in potential of …

Development And Performance Evaluation Of Eco-Floor Tiles Made From Avocado (Persea Americana) Seeds, And Mango (Mangifera Indica) Seeds And Peels, Mark Dominique P. Mendoza, Kristine Cassandra T. Cacapit, Zion Ezekiel Micaiah Navia, Stephanie Anne A. Lim, Dominique Mae R. Gobaton, Jace Earl P. Gabitan, Gasper Juleo L. Otgalon, Josh Ryley C. Angeles, Hanz Mikkel A. Arnuza, Gwynette R. Legaspi, June Ray O. Filler

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

The growing demand for sustainable construction materials has led to increased interest in utilizing agricultural wastes as eco-friendly alternatives. This study examines the potential of Avocado Seeds (AS), Mango Seeds (MS), and Mango Peels (MP) as additives in eco-floor tile production, incorporating them into cement mixtures through a quasi-experimental design. Various proportions of these agricultural by-products, collectively termed as Seeds and Peels Mixtures (SPM) were evaluated for compressive strength, flexural strength, and water absorption. A One-Way Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) was conducted to assess the effects of different additive ratios. Results revealed that compressive strength peaked at 49.40 MPa with …

Crude Extract From Robusta Coffee (Coffea Canephora) Husks Using Ethanol: Steam Versus Ultrasonic, Kirsten Shanel B. Bernardo, Julianne Kaye D. Cortes, Ron Gabriel J. Perillo, John Albert D. Gurtiza

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

The global demand for renewable energy sources necessitates exploring sustainable alternatives to fossil fuels. Coffee husks, a significant agricultural waste product, represent a potential feedstock for biofuel production. This study investigated the comparative efficacy of steam distillation and Ultrasonic-Assisted Extraction (UAE), using ethanol as a solvent to extract crude extract from Coffea canephora husks. A comparative experiment was conducted using 200g of Coffea canephora husks for each extraction method replicated three times and the yields were measured in mL. An independent sample t-test was used to compare the mean yields between the two methods. UAE yielded significantly more crude extract …

Predicting Energy Consumption Trends In The Philippines (2025-2030) Using Machine Learning Models, Christine Angeline F. Vermudo, Hannah Mendoza, Angelica Nicole B. Constantino, Rhian Consuelo C. Ledesma, Ivan Henderson Gue

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

Energy security remains a significant concern for the Philippines amid rising demand, growing population, and continuous modernization. Given the Philippines' history of energy problems, attention to energy is necessary. With this, the study aims to forecast the Philippines' possible annual energy consumption from 2025 to 2030, considering population growth as a potential variable influencing the Philippines’ projected energy consumption trends. The study employs a machine learning approach using the linear regression model, which was found to have the best performance in forecasting future energy consumption based on MATLAB’s Linear Regression Learner app. Prior to forecasting, historical data from 2010 to …

Legal Safeguards For Protecting American Olympic Athletes From Abuse, C. Parker Gilbert

Denver Sports & Entertainment Law Journal

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When In Doubt, Sit Them Out: The Need For A Uniform Youth Sport Concussion Law, Ryan Bald

Denver Sports & Entertainment Law Journal

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Tune In Or Tune Out: Ai Developments Urges Federal Proposal For Voice Protection In Right Of Publicity, Fallon Jones

Denver Sports & Entertainment Law Journal

Due to the rapid growth of Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) in recent years, there have been significant discussions and debates on how it will impact various intellectual property laws, including the right of publicity. As AI continues to develop, it has allowed everyday people to use this new form of technology to infringe on others’, specifically celebrities', voices, images, and more, to create their own form of entertainment. This Comment explores the intersection between AI and the right of publicity laws across the country, highlighting the dangers that AI poses on the current state of the right of publicity while urging …

A Soulful Study Of The Entertainment Industry Strikes In Five Acts: What's Next? A Labor Movement Reckoning, Reconciliation, Revolution And/Or Renaissance?, Pamela Conley Ulich Esquire

Denver Sports & Entertainment Law Journal

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Vol. 28, No. 1: Editor's Note, Carley Walstad

Denver Sports & Entertainment Law Journal

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Vol. 28, No. 1: Full Issue, University Of Denver Sports & Entertainment Law Journal

Denver Sports & Entertainment Law Journal

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Vol. 28, No. 1: Table Of Contents, University Of Denver Sports & Entertainment Law Journal

Denver Sports & Entertainment Law Journal

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Recommended Budget, Expenditures By Object And Funding By Source, Fiscal Year 2024-2025, Tennessee. Department Of Finance & Administration.

Budget Publications

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Recommended Budget, Expenditures By Object And Funding By Source, Fiscal Year 2025-2026, Tennessee. Department Of Finance & Administration.

Budget Publications

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State Of Tennessee, The Budget, Fiscal Year 2025-2026, Tennessee. Department Of Finance & Administration.

Budget Publications

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State Of Tennessee, The Budget, Fiscal Year 2024-2025, Tennessee. Department Of Finance & Administration.

Budget Publications

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"The Supreme Court Of World Sport:" An Analysis Of Vas Arbitration On Light Of Procedural Fairness And Substantive Justice Concerns, Kanishka Bhukya

Denver Sports & Entertainment Law Journal

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Accepting The Invitation: Why The Nlrb's Decision On Northwestern University Football Players As Employees Would Be Different Today, Rachel Grimley

Denver Sports & Entertainment Law Journal

This Note intersects labor, employment, and sports law by reexamining the 2015 National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) Northwestern decision on the employee status of student-athletes in light of recent developments in sport and labor law jurisprudence. This Note critiques the rationale of the Northwestern decision under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) and highlights pertinent Name Image and Likeness and NLRB jurisprudence that signify a shift in how the NLRB views this issue. It ultimately argues that student-athletes should be considered employees under Section 2(3) of the NLRA for purposes of collective bargaining with their respective universities.

The Necessary Extinction Of The Amateur Golfer, Laura M. Demarco

Denver Sports & Entertainment Law Journal

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Vol. 27, No. 1: Editor's Note, Carley Walstad

Denver Sports & Entertainment Law Journal

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