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Exploring The Impact Of Caring For Patients Diagnosed With Iv Drug Use Endocarditis At End Of Life, Kendrea Lea Todt

Biennial Convention (CONV)

Purpose/Problem Statement: Caring for patients with substance use disorder is a challenge for nurses, especially patients who use intravenous (IV) drugs and contract endocarditis. Infective endocarditis is a cardiac infection with a high mortality rate, and yet this disease receives little attention in the media or research. IVDU-IE has been referred to as the Cinderella of Cardiology. Nurses disposition young patients in the prime of their lives to hospice care, funeral homes, morgues, or home to die. The purpose of this modified photo elicitation phenomenological study was to explore the impact of caring for patients diagnosed with IVDU-IE at the …

Global Advocacy Academy: Preparing Nurses For Engagement At The United Nations And Beyond, Aric Michael Shimek, Janice Evans Hawkins, Sarah E. Gray

Biennial Convention (CONV)

Background: As global citizens and informed healthcare leaders, nurses are key to addressing global health challenges and are uniquely positioned to advocate for vulnerable populations worldwide. This presentation shares a successful model for preparing nurses with advocacy skills to improve global health outcomes by fostering collaboration among healthcare stakeholders.

Methods: The six-week virtual academy, led by former Liaisons to the United Nations (UN), is designed to equip nurses with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to contribute to good health and well-being for all through global advocacy efforts. Participants gain insights into nursing organization consultative status with the UN, their own …

Intimate Partner Violence And Adverse Birth Outcomes During Covid-19 Pandemic: A Prams Analysis, Doncy Joji Eapen, Krystin Matthews, Lydia Manikonda, Vyoma Soni, Courtney Byrd-Williams

Biennial Convention (CONV)

Background: Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) is a serious public health problem that affects millions in the United States. Pregnancy-related violence is a risk factor for adverse maternal and pregnancy outcomes. The COVID-19 pandemic has presented unique challenges for pregnant women. While a growing body of literature has examined the influence of the pandemic on IPV, a few studies have evaluated the effect on those who were pregnant during COVID-19, and its association with adverse birth outcomes. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the prevalence of IPV during pregnancy before and during the COVID-19 pandemic and compare its association with adverse …

Perceptions And Behaviors Related To Social Determinants Of Health Among Associate Degree Nurses, Jodi L. Sutherland, Jolene Kittle, Deborah Palmer, Samantha R. Lewis

Biennial Convention (CONV)

Background/Purpose: Evidence suggests that the social determinants of health (SDOH) impact in-utero infant development, youth development, and adult health across an individual’s lifespan. The purpose of this pilot research study is to examine associate degree nurses’ perceptions, and their behaviors related to SDOH.

Theoretical Framework: Benner’s (2000) novice to expert framework was used to guide the study.

Methods: A cross-sectional study utilized a 20-item online survey titled ‘Perceptions on Social Determinants of Health” as well as demographic items to understand associate degree nurses’ perceptions and behaviors related to SDOH. Institutional Review Board approval was received from the principal investigator’s …

Effect Of Various Lactobacillus Probiotic Strains On Oral Antihypertensive Drug Response: A Systematic Review, Khoirunnisa Ramadhani, Keri Lestari

Pharmacology and Clinical Pharmacy Research

Hypertension is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease, and the effectiveness of antihypertensive therapy can be influenced by metabolic and systemic inflammatory factors associated with gut microbiota conditions. Probiotic strains from the genus Lactobacillus have been reported to modulate antihypertensive effects through complex biological mechanisms. This article evaluates experimental evidence from seven in vivo studies on the influence of Lactobacillus strains on the response to antihypertensive drugs, including pharmacodynamic mechanisms and drug–probiotic interactions. The combination of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum with amlodipine enhanced nitric oxide production, increased eNOS expression, reduced IL-6 levels, and improved drug bioavailability, leading to greater blood pressure …

Β-Glucan As A Potential Modulator Of Tgf-Β Signaling And Emt-Driven Resistance In Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, Hanifa Dinda Hayati, Riezki Amalia, Gemilang Lara Utama, Dika Pramita Destiani

Pharmacology and Clinical Pharmacy Research

Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is a highly aggressive subtype of breast cancer that lacks expression of estrogen, progesterone, and HER2 receptors, limiting the effectiveness of targeted therapies and making chemotherapy the primary treatment option. However, resistance to chemotherapy remains a major clinical challenge, often driven by dysregulation of the transforming growth factor-β (TGF-β) signaling pathway. TGF-β plays a dual role in cancer, initially acting as a tumor suppressor but later promoting tumor progression through mechanisms such as epithelial–mesenchymal transition (EMT), immune evasion, and the establishment of cancer stemness. This review aims to explore the role of TGF-β signaling and EMT …

December 5, 2025 Minutes, Swosu Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Minutes

No abstract provided.

Ai And Emerging Technologies: A Path To Sustainability? Navigating Legal And Regulatory Challenges, Magdalena Porzeżyńska, Marek Porzeżyński

Yearbook of Antitrust and Regulatory Studies

Editorial

Assessing Standardisation Initiatives From The European Data Strategy’S Perspective: A Systematic Review, Nicola M.F. Faraone

Yearbook of Antitrust and Regulatory Studies

The paper seeks to provide for an overview of the most relevant European legislative initiatives related to the process of standardization at EU level. While a specific emphasis will be devoted to the AI Act and the Open Banking/Open Finance framework, also the most recent regulation together with the connected European soft law will be addressed.

Chemical Profile Of Earthworm Flour With Kasgot Media Enriched With Cow Blood And Date Pulp, Ikrima Ahdavia, Imra Atun Helmi, Hidayati Nufus, Muhammad Farid, Ahmad Sjahriza

Chimica et Natura Acta

Fish meal is used as an ideal protein source for feed with a high level of digestibility but its limited and costly. This study explores earthworm flour as an alternative protein source, cultivated in kasgot (maggot residue) media enriched with organic waste. The novelty of this research lies in using maggot residue as the living medium for earthworms, enhancing the nutritional value of the earthworm flour, making it more beneficial and suitable as an additive protein feed ingredient. The kasgot medium was formulated by mixing boiled cow blood with date pulp fermented with EM4 probiotics in three different ratios: 2:1 …

The Role Of The Nursing Associate In Supporting Wholefood Plant-Based Education In General Practice, Sarah Harries

South West Clinical School Journal

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The Role Of The Nursing Associate In Supporting Wholefood Plant-Based Education In General Practice, Sarah Harries

South West Clinical School Journal

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Case Study Report: The Nursing Associate Role Within Education In Practice And Teaching At University Level, Heidi Johnson

South West Clinical School Journal

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Instructional Designers’ Perceptions On Generative Ai Integration In Higher Education, Alison Mclaughlin

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

The problem addressed through this study is that the rapid evolution of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools has created challenges for online higher education instructional designers, who must evolve pedagogically and continually evaluate and refine the balance between the use of generative AI tools and human development. The purpose of this basic qualitative study was to explore the perceptions of online higher education instructional designers on what challenges and successes they are experiencing in integrating rapidly evolving generative AI tools in course design and development, and how these experiences have shaped their current perceptions about teaching and learning. Guided by …

Effective Strategies To Attract And Retain Qualified Hospitality Staff In The Post-Pandemic Caribbean, Rajan Bhattarai

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Employee attraction and retention remain critical constraints for Caribbean luxury-wellness resorts in the post-pandemic era. Hospitality and tourism leaders are concerned because persistent vacancy, churn, and extended time-to-competence impair service quality and performance of their organizations. Grounded in the Baldrige Excellence Framework and social exchange theory, the purpose of this qualitative single case study was to explore the effective strategies employed by tourism leaders to attract and retain qualified staff within a Caribbean hospitality organization. Data were collected from five Caribbean leaders (HR director, department manager, and supervisors) using semistructured interviews and analyzing organizational documents. Thematic analysis was used to …

Environmental Risk Assessment Of Textile Waste From Bio-Engineered Fibers In The Fashion Industry, Aayush Pankaj Agarwal, Harshit Soral, Irmak Aktan, Karol Montserrat Gonzalez Saad, Maria Daniela Saa Espinosa, Sheetal Suhas Dhanuka, Yi Yang

Harrisburg University Dissertations and Theses

The global fashion industry generates over 92 million tons of textile waste annually, a figure projected to increase significantly by 2030. Bio-engineered fibers, including bacterial cellulose, mycelium-based leather, and recombinant protein textiles emerge as sustainable alternatives to conventional fibers. Despite their promise, recent evidence suggests that these fibers may pose environmental risks at the end-of-life stage, such as incomplete biodegradation in landfills, microfiber shedding, and chemical leaching from dyes and coatings. The purpose of this study is to examine how these risks are represented through scientific literature, corporate sustainability reports, and policy frameworks, and to identify strategies for integrating risk …

A Predictive Model For Multi- Week Respiratory Risk From Red Tide On Florida’S Gulf Coast., Elmer S. Ochaeta

Computer Science and Engineering Faculty Publications

Florida’s Gulf Coast red tide (Karenia brevis) can put toxins into the air, making people cough, irritating the throat, and worsening asthma or other breathing problems especially when winds blow from the ocean toward the beach. Right now, most public updates don’t really help with the question people actually ask when planning a weekend or vacation: “Will going to or close to the beach be risky in the next few weeks?”.

In this project, I build a weekly early warning system that estimates respiratory risk for specific beaches and predicts that risk 2 to 4 weeks ahead. The study covers …

Expressive Language And Behavior, Bethany J. Butler

Masters Projects

Research has revealed the importance of language and its correlation with behavior. Although language and behavior are both forms of communication, this project explores young children and their relationship with society. Honing in on the essential importance of efficient expressive language to be able to participate in society. Looking at common barriers that may hinder the language process. Exploring Maslow and his hierarchy of needs, and understanding that the basic needs have to be met before having the ability to learn. In summary, the project focused on how to support the increase in language in different stages.

Using Evidenced-Based Practice To Remove Hyperkeratosis To Improve Wound Healing In Venous Leg Ulcer Patients: A Case Study, Briony Flello

South West Clinical School Journal

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Exploring The Impact Of The Nursing Associate Role On Urinary Tract Infections Within An Acute Elderly Mental Health Setting, Ann Mcdonnell

South West Clinical School Journal

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Establishing An Adhd Post-Diagnostic Support Group: A Quality Improvement Report, Katie Alexandra Jones

South West Clinical School Journal

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Enhancing Patient Centred Care And Safety By Optimising Team Collaboration And Increasing The Nursing Workforce Capacity, Kayley Pooley

South West Clinical School Journal

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Establishing An Adhd Post-Diagnostic Support Group: A Quality Improvement Report, Katie Alexandra Jones

South West Clinical School Journal

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We Need Proper Case Reports And Data To Interpret Reports Of Peri-Operative Deaths In Venezuelan Children, J Robert Sneyd

More Faculty of Health Research

A report describing several perioperative deaths amongst Venezuelan childrenraises substantial clinical concern and demands scientific scrutiny. Rozo L, FrancoOH, Bonilla AJ. Mitochondrial genetic susceptibility to anesthetic neurotoxicityin Venezuelan pediatric patients: A Call for vigilance and further research.https://doi.org/10.29328/journal.ascr.1001091. Archives of Surgery and Clinical Research.2025;9(2):042-4. According to the authors, the affected children experienced severe brain injuries or death following routine surgeries under general anaesthesia with sevoflurane, leading to the hypothesis that an inherited mitochondrial DNA variant may underlie a lethal drug–genome interaction. Whilst any paediatric peri-operative death warrants urgentinvestigation, the extraordinary nature of this claim requires equally compelling evidence. At present, the …

Biodiversity Performance Of Living Wall Systems In Urban Environments: A Uk Case Study Of Plant Selection And Substrate Effects On Multi-Taxa Communities, Paul Henry Lunt, James Buckley, Suzanne Mitchell, Gabriel Thomas, Elek Churella, Thomas Richard Murphy

School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences

Urban densification threatens biodiversity, yet conventional greenspace expansion is constrained by limited land availability. Living wall systems (LWS) offer potential biodiversity enhancement through vertical green infrastructure, though their ecological value remains underexplored. This study evaluated the biodiversity performance of three LWS in Plymouth, UK, using multi-taxa surveys to assess invertebrate communities, bird assemblages, and bat activity. A scoping review of 2638 publications revealed limited research on LWS biodiversity, with only 27% of biodiversity-focused papers referencing specific species. Field surveys employed standardised protocols including flower-visiting pollinator observations, spider assessments, soil invertebrate extraction using Tullgren funnels, acoustic bird monitoring, and bat emergence …

Energetic And Economic Aspects Of Rebound: Part 1 & 2, Matthew Kuperus Heun, Gregor Semieniuk, Paul E. Brockway

University Faculty Publications and Creative Works

Presentation to Exergy Economics Network Fri, 5 December 2025

Demonstrating How Consistent Kindness, Presence, And Patient Advocacy Improve Engagement And Dignity In Secure Forensic Mental Health Settings, Patricia Quarshie

South West Clinical School Journal

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Case Study Report: The Nursing Associate Role Within Education In Practice And Teaching At University Level, Heidi Johnson

South West Clinical School Journal

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Bridging The Gap: Enhancing Healthcare Support Worker Confidence And Skills Through A Nursing Associate Led Study Day, Lindsay Ewing

South West Clinical School Journal

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Using Evidenced-Based Practice To Remove Hyperkeratosis To Improve Wound Healing In Venous Leg Ulcer Patients: A Case Study, Briony Flello

South West Clinical School Journal

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