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Technical Disclosure Specification: Systemic Scale-Invariance And Architectural Metrics Of The Jovian Enclave As A Closed-Loop Failed Solar System (Spec 174), Christopher L. Eckes

Defensive Publications Series

This technical specification establishes the structural, gravitational, and non-equilibrium thermodynamic parameters defining the Jovian system not as an isolated planetary body, but as a fully realized, un-ignited, closed-loop Failed Solar System. Moving away from traditional astronomical classification paradigms that treat satellite moons as passive anomalies, this disclosure formalizes the Jovian enclave as a local mass-accretion engine that mirrors primary solar-planetary architectures with 90% structural fidelity.

Crucially, this paper incorporates recent core-dynamics findings by modeling Jupiter's 50%-radius dilute, "fuzzy" core not as a static impact relic, but as an active, steady-state thermodynamic dissolution zone where metallic hydrogen serves as an aggressive, …

Systems Engineering Integration Architecture: Mission Architecture For Indefinite Surface Operations In Supercritical Venusian Environments (Tectonex-V), Christopher L. Eckes

Defensive Publications Series

This technical specification details the structural integration, multi-phase fluidic control models, and material deployment parameters for the TECTONEX-V planetary lander architecture, engineered exclusively for long-duration operations on the surface of Venus. Moving away from passive, mass-based pressure hulls that succumb to rapid thermal soak and structural collapse, the TECTONEX-V synthesizes an active non-equilibrium thermodynamic shell.

By integrating a monolithic Eckesonium(TM) (iMHEA) structural backbone with automotive magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) power harvesting, transpiration cooling systems, and non-refractive torsional wave telemetries, the lander converts the intense 9.5 MPa atmospheric pressure and 745 K thermal load of Venus into stabilizing structural inputs. This complete system …

Rotc Correspondence Between Dr. J.A. Keller And Congressman Robert E. Jones, Jr., 1947, President J.A. Keller

Correspondence

Thank you note from Dr. J.A. Keller to Congressman Robert E. Jones, Jr. about his help securing a ROTC unit for FSTC, 1947.

Enrollment Of Normal School By Years Since 1915 (Regular Session), 1929, Dr. Henry J. Willingham/State Normal School

Documents on Education and Progress of the University

Correspondence between Dr. Henry J. Willingham, President of State Normal College and Dr. R. E. Tidwell, Alabama State Department of Education-Enrollment of college students from 1915-1929.

Annual Report Of State Teachers College, 1947-1948, F.E. Lund, Acting President

Correspondence

Correspondence between F.E. Lund, Acting President of Florence State Teachers College and The Alabama State Board of Education, 1948.

Correspondence Between Lt. Col. J. J. Hamlin And President J.A. Keller, 1948, Lt. Col. J. J. Hamlin/J.A. Keller

Correspondence

Correspondence from Lt. Col. J.J. Hamlin to President J.A. Keller-the application for establishment of a Corps of Military Police, ROTC unit, has been approved, 1948.

News Release-Rotc Unit To Be Activated At Florence, Alabama, 1948, Florence State Teachers College

Correspondence

A news release about the activation of an ROTC unit at Florence State Teachers College in July, 1948.

Western Union Telegram, 1948, E.B. Norton

Correspondence

A Western Union telegram from E.B. Dorton to Dean F.E. Lund, Acting President of FSTC, 1948.

Guillermo J. Garcia Sanchez, Guillermo J. Garcia Sanchez

Faculty CVs

No abstract provided.

Florence, Ala., 1890: The Philadelphia Of The South, Florence Land Sale Company

Documents

Viewbook and promotional for the city-Grand sale of lots commencing November 1890.

Theory Generation And Research: The International Impact On Families’ And Nurses’ Mental Health, Karen J. Foli

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This special session will focus on Dr. Karen J. Foli’s two decades of research, based on her mental health-focused nursing theories. A brief overview of her theories, the middle-range theory of parental postadoption depression and the middle-range theory of nurses’ psychological trauma, will be offered. Select studies from her research trajectories as well as the link between theory and empirical studies will be emphasized. Last, the international impact of her work will be illustrated.

The Advanced Practice Nurse: Shaping Clinical Practice, Research, And Education, Geraldine A. Lee

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality globally, requiring integrated, patient-centred models of care. The role of the Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) has evolved significantly transforming from an emerging concept into a cornerstone of modern healthcare delivery through comprehensive assessment, early intervention, and continuity of care in both acute and community-based settings.

APNs play a key role in the delivery of evidence-based patient care.

Mothers And Infants In Multiple Pregnancy And Birth, Li-Yin Chien

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Background: ART-driven multiple births create unique health challenges.

Purpose: This research examines family trajectories, focusing on offspring health and maternal well-being.

Methods: Mixed-methods using national databases and a longitudinal maternal study.

Results: Multiples face higher risks of heart defects and cancer. Maternal depression peaks postpartum, driven by stress and declining support.

Conclusion: Specialized care and SET promotion are vital for family outcomes.

Accelerating Nursing Science With Ai: Promise, Risk, And The Path Forward, Maxim Topaz

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

AI is transforming nursing at unprecedented speed, but our institutions lack safeguards to match. This Hall of Fame address presents five projects spanning bibliometric analysis, living systematic reviews, multimodal clinical AI, fabricated citation detection, and clinical deskilling. Actionable frameworks for preserving clinical competence are presented.

Advancing Health Equity Through Community-Engaged And Global Health Research, Muhammad Chutiyami

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Health inequities remain a major challenge for nursing, particularly in under-resourced communities. This research program advances health equity through community-engaged initiatives and global health priorities including vaccine uptake and social determinants of health. Building on community experience, global evidence networks and funded collaborations, this work seeks to strengthen nursing capacity and co-produce culturally responsive, community-led solutions with communities & health workers.

From Neural Pathways To Parent Partnership: Nursing Science Supporting Early Language Development, Ashley E. Darcy Mahoney

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This session highlights a translational program of science spanning neuroimaging and implementation research to improve neurodevelopmental outcomes for infants. Drawing from fNIRS studies in preterm-born children demonstrating differences in executive function and neural efficiency, alongside family-centered interventions including Háblame Bebé, participants will explore how nurses can translate developmental neuroscience into scalable strategies that strengthen early language environments.

Implementation Of Wound Digital Photography During Admission Two-Nurse Skin Assessments, Melody R. Austin

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This quality improvement project evaluated the effectiveness of implementing a standardized two-nurse admission skin assessment, supported by digital wound photography, to strengthen documentation accuracy and improve recognition of pressure injuries at a large tertiary medical center. Hospital-acquired pressure injuries (HAPIs) remain a serious safety and financial concern, and inconsistent, subjective admission skin assessments limit the ability to distinguish present-on-admission conditions from hospital-acquired injuries. Guided by the Plan-Do-Study-Act methodology, the intervention was implemented across five targeted units following staff education, workflow updates, and integration of secure, HIPAA-compliant wound photography. Data collection included electronic medical record audits, PSI-03 quality reports, learning management …

Research Nexus : Volume 42 – 2026, Office Of Research And Graduate Studies

Office of Research and Graduate Studies

• Researcher Spotlight: Dr Fredrick Mtenzi
• Research Milestones & News
• Strengthening Partnerships and Collaborations
• Protocol for External Research Grant Audits and Reviews
• AKU Establishes Research Data Governance Committee to Strengthen Responsible Use of EHR Data
• Capacity Building Initiatives
• Workshop on Ethics, Compliance, and Audit
• DISCOVER Certificate Programme Launched
• NIH Updates and Other Resources
• Explore New Grant Opportunities

Mapping The Intellectual Structure Of Green-Synthesized Nanoparticle Research In Dentistry: A Bibliometric Analysis, Nisrina E. Nasrun, H. Hasanuddin, Acing H. Mude, Muhammad Ikbal, Rifaat Nurrahma, Tsuyoshi Shimo

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Objective: Research on green-synthesized nanoparticles in dentistry has grown rapidly, yet remains synthesized mainly through narrative and scoping reviews without formal quantitative mapping. This study characterized publication trends, thematic clusters, geographic productivity, and the intellectual base of this field using bibliometric analysis and science mapping.
Methods: Records were retrieved from Scopus, PubMed, and Web of Science (English; 2006–2026) and screened against a three-element eligibility criterion (green/biogenic synthesis, a nanoparticle/nanomaterial study object, and an explicit dental/oral health context) following the BIBLIO checklist. After deduplication, screening, and indexing verification, 733 records (702 articles and 31 reviews) were retained. Annual growth, keyword co-occurrence, …

Integrating Gis With Interim Payment Valuation In Road Construction Projects: A Conceptual Framework, Abdulrahman I. Iro, Juma M. Matindana, Julian Ijumulana

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

Abstract

Interim Payment Valuation is a critical process in road construction contract administration, yet conventional valuation practices remain heavily dependent on manual measurements, fragmented documentation, spreadsheets, and professional judgement. These limitations can affect measurement accuracy, transparency, traceability, and the timeliness of payment certification. Although Geographic Information Systems have increasingly been applied to construction planning, quantity measurement, progress monitoring, infrastructure management, and decision support, their integration with contractual and financial processes for interim payment valuation remains insufficiently explored. This study therefore develops a conceptual framework for integrating GIS with Interim Payment Valuation in road construction projects. A PRISMA-guided structured literature review …

The Impact Of Tobacco-Free School Laws On Student And Staff Smoking Behavior, Rachana Bhatt, Peter Hinrichs

Upjohn Institute Working Papers

A number of U.S. states have enacted bans on tobacco use by students, staff, and visitors anywhere on the grounds of public elementary and secondary schools statewide. These laws are intended to reduce tobacco use, reduce exposure to secondhand smoke, reinforce anti-tobacco curricula taught in schools, and prevent children from viewing their teachers and fellow students using tobacco products. We examine the impact that the laws have on the smoking behavior of students, teachers, and other school staff by using stacked difference-in-differences estimators that exploit the time variation in adoption of the laws across states. The results presented in this …

#Rowanvotes: Student Voting Guide For Fall 2026 Elections, Kathy Javian

Library Workshops

Are you ready to vote in November?

Voting is a powerful way to make your voice heard, but for many people it seems complicated and hard to access. This nonpartisan, quick, practical workshop will get you ready to participate in a few easy steps. You’ll learn about voting eligibility, how to check your voter registration or register to vote, and get ready with a voting plan for how, where, and when you’ll vote. You’ll also leave with many more resources to help you stay informed about the voting process.

Adolescents’ Risk Of Long Covid-19 Syndrome Based On Income Level And Food Insecurity, Christopher J. Waskewich

Journal of Social, Behavioral, and Health Sciences

Limited information is available about the effects of food insecurity on adolescents’ long-term health risks from COVID-19. This quantitative, cross-sectional study aimed to examine the effects of food insecurity and family income level on the risk of long COVID-19 syndrome for adolescents (11 to 17 years old). An online survey (n = 298) was conducted with parents of adolescents from New York City, who were recruited from social media online advertisements. The research asked whether there is an association between food insecurity and family income level and the risks of long COVID-19 syndrome. Multivariate logistic regression found a statistically …

Trigeminal Neuralgia Versus Pulpitis In A Pregnant Patient: Challenges In Diagnosis And Endodontic Management—A Case Report, Ria Septina Rusli, Widi Prasetia

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Background: Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) is a rare but debilitating neuropathic pain disorder characterized by severe, electric shock-like facial pain that can significantly affect maternal quality of life and pregnancy outcomes. Most patients with TN are initially misdiagnosed as having odontogenic pain, leading to inappropriate dental treatment.
Objective: This case report aims to highlight how pregnancy-related hormonal changes, limitations in diagnostic procedures, and restricted therapeutic options influence the evaluation and management of TN during pregnancy.
Case Report: A 31-year-old woman in the eighth month of pregnancy presented with pain described as an electric shock-like sensation affecting the lower right side of …

Management Of Mandibular Angle Fracture: Case Report, Andriansyah Andriansyah, Leny S. Surya

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Introduction: Mandibular angle fractures frequently occur in facial trauma and can be treated openly (open reduction and internal fixation) or closedly (maxillomandibular fixation/closed reduction) depending on the fracture pattern, dental condition and clinical circumstances. The closed approach is still relevant for favorable fractures and patients without significant comorbidities. The present case report aims to describe and evaluate the management of a right mandibular angle fracture. Treatment was performed using closed reduction.
Case: A 39-year-old male patient presented with pain when chewing in their lower right teeth. Approximately 1 month prior to hospitalization, the patient had fallen from a roof from …

Chemical Composition, Antifungal Activity, And Cytotoxic Effects Of Indonesian Origanum Vulgare Essential Oil, Ariyani Ariyani, Ismet D. Nasution, Dwi Suryanto, Saharman Gea, Devi R. Syamsir, Hazrina Hazni, Wan H.A.W. Harun, Syarifah N.S.A. Rahman, Khalijah Awang

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Objective: This study aimed to determine the phytochemical profile, antifungal activity, and cytotoxic effects of Origanum vulgare essential oil cultivated in North Sumatra, Indonesia (IOVEO).
Materials and Methods: Essential oil was extracted from O. vulgare leaves by hydrodistillation and analyzed using gas chromatography flame ionization detection (GCFID) and gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS). The antifungal activity of IOVEO against Candida albicans was evaluated using the disc diffusion method. Its cytotoxic effects were assessed using an MTT assay with oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) cell lines and normal human gingival fibroblast cells.
Results: Phytochemical analysis identified 23 compounds, with germacrene D (20.54%), …

Energy-Efficient Routing Protocols In Wireless Sensor Networks For Iot Applications: A Machine Learning Approach Using Xgbm And Color Harmony Algorithm, Subhieh El-Salhi, Bashar Igried, Sari Awwad

Mesopotamian Journal of CyberSecurity

Energy efficiency is a central constraint in wireless sensor networks (WSNs) used for Internet of Things (IoT) applications because sensor nodes have limited batteries, processing capacity, and communication bandwidth. This study combines eXtreme Gradient Boosting (XGBM) with the Color Harmony Algorithm (CHA) to predict energy-efficient paths and optimize model and routing parameters. The analysis uses 58,847 validated network-event records generated with NS-3 and a custom Python simulator; the Intel Berkeley Research Lab sensor trace was used only as an external range check. In a 50-run simulated evaluation, the proposed configuration showed an 18% reduction in energy consumption, a 22% increase …

Recovering Hidden Histories: Christopher Page On The Guitar In Victorian England, Jenny Nex

Soundboard Scholar

A review of The Guitar in Victorian England: A Social and Musical History, by Christopher Page (Cambridge University Press, 2025)

Young People Are Legal Battlegrounds, Mark Rice

American Studies Faculty/Staff Publications

Using the 1989 United Nations Convention on the Rights of Child as a frame of reference, this essay examines current Supreme Court decisions and Congressional bills in order to highlight the struggles over the bodies and minds of young people in the United States. It uses Barbara Kruger’s 1989 artwork, “Untitled (Your body is a battleground),” to link the struggles for reproductive and bodily autonomy for women with parallel struggles for the bodily autonomy of young people.

Ndls Communicator: Week Of 10.05.26, Notre Dame Law School

NDLS Communicator

The Latest News

• Four First-Year Students Named 2026–27 Murphy Fellows
• Notre Dame Law Amicus Brief Urges Supreme Court to Address Religious Exclusions in Higher Education Funding
• Notre Dame Exoneration Justice Clinic statement in opposition to the death penalty and execution of Christa Pike
• Notre Dame Exoneration Justice Clinic continues annual summer internship program with students from Notre Dame, St. Olaf College, Kenya, and Mexico

Student News

• 3L Aashiyana Adhikari

Faculty Briefs

• Jimmy Gurulé
• Rick Garnett
• Haley Proctor
• Jay Tidmarsh
• Derek Muller
• Nicole Stelle Garnett
• Paolo Carozza
• Patrick Corrigan
• Diane Desierto
• Carter Snead
• Sherif Girgis
• David McIlroy
• Patrick Corrigan, Maria Maciá, …