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Ethnic Disparities In Hba1c And Hypoglycemia Among Youth With Type 1 Diabetes: Beyond Access To Technology, Social Deprivation And Mean Blood Glucose, J. Pemberton, Zhide Fang, Stuart Chalew, S. Uday

School of Public Health Faculty Publications

Introduction The UK national pediatric diabetes audit reports higher HbA1c for children and young people (CYP) with type 1 diabetes (T1D) of Black ethnicity compared with White counterparts. This is presumably related to higher mean blood glucose (MBG) due to lower socioeconomic status (SES) and less access to technology. We aimed to determine if HbA1c ethnic disparity persists after accounting for the above variables. Research design and methods A retrospective analysis of participants who received structured education in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) use was conducted at a tertiary center. HbA1c was paired with glucose metrics from 90-day CGM data. The …

Mamluk And Ottoman Remains In The Al-Wata Quarter, Safed (Zefat) (Pp. 113–137), Hervé Barbé

'Atiqot

The salvage excavation in the al-Wata quarter of Safed revealed that the development of this sector of the city began as early as the early Mamluk period. This is further reinforced by the Arabic historical sources. The pottery suggests that occupation began as early as the thirteenth century, with some vessels clearly dating to the Frankish period. The numismatic study adds credence to this conclusion. The historical data and the archaeological finds, including a seventeenth-century coin, hint that the site was also occupied in the first half of the Ottoman period; however, no building remains from this period were identified.

Skills Development In Hydrologic Sciences For Cohorts Of Graduate Students From Morocco, Egypt, Türkiye, And Indonesia, Alan E. Fryar, Adam M. Milewski, Carmen T. Agouridis, Carol D. Hanley, Paul A. Schroeder, Mohamed Sultan, James W. Ward, Nour-Eddie Laftouhi, Nora H. Pandjaitan, Racha El Kadiri, Lahcen Benaabidate, Ahmed Fekri, Agus Suharyanto, Koray K. Yilmaz

Journal of Contemporary Water Research and Education

In developing countries in Africa and Asia, meeting challenges of water scarcity and pollution has often been hampered by shortcomings in higher education, including insufficient research productivity and funding, lack of opportunity for university graduates, and a mismatch between university activities and societal needs. To address these issues, we developed novel programs integrating technical instruction and preparation for professional practice in hydrology for cohorts of graduate students from Morocco and Egypt (2012–2013) and from Türkiye and Indonesia (2013–2014). Students participated in an initial online course and a follow-up workshop featuring geographic information systems (GIS), remote sensing, and hydrologic modeling with …

Red Herring: The Overstatement Of Soviet Power In The Early Cold War (1945-1953), Ronald R. Shaw

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The early Cold War (1945-1953) was a defining period for the 20th century, setting the grand strategic approach to the post-World War II era for the United States and Soviet Union. A common method employed by both sides was to overstate the power, capability, and aggression of the Soviet Union to enable grand strategic planning objectives. While acknowledging the tangible menace of communist expansion, President Truman used the illusion of an immediate Soviet existential threat to stoke fear, reject traditional isolationism, and facilitate American international engagement to protect free and open markets in Europe. Josef Stalin made use of American …

Alma Link Resolver Title & Issn Report (Top 500) 2023-2024, Andrée J. Rathemacher

Technical Services Reports and Statistics

Statistics for 2023-2024 on the total number of OpenURL requests by journal title and ISSN made to the Ex Libris Alma link resolver for items held by the University of Rhode Island Libraries. Includes only the top 500 journals.

Information provided includes journal Title, ISSN, EISSN, Number of Requests, Number of Clicked Requests, % Clicks from Requests.

“Dead Stars” The Revolutionary Politics Of The Edenic Past, Rosario Cruz-Lucero

Perspectives in the Arts and Humanities Asia

This study undertakes a comprehensive, close reading of the original version of Paz Marquez Benitez’s (PMB’s) “Dead Stars,” published in the Philippines Herald in 1925. Previous critical essays have explicated selected aspects of the 1975 version edited and published by Leopoldo Yabes, based on some of its elements and techniques. On the other hand, this close reading is supplemented by empirical data gathered through historical research, including the cultural forms of the three Philippine traditions: indigenous, Hispanic, and colonial American. Weaving through the intertextual reading is the use of PMB’s biography, sources and influences, specifically the story’s historical context, milieu, …

“Dead Stars” The Revolutionary Politics Of The Edenic Past, Rosario Cruz-Lucero

Perspectives in the Arts and Humanities Asia

This study undertakes a comprehensive, close reading of the original version of Paz Marquez Benitez’s (PMB’s) “Dead Stars,” published in the Philippines Herald in 1925. Previous critical essays have explicated selected aspects of the 1975 version edited and published by Leopoldo Yabes, based on some of its elements and techniques. On the other hand, this close reading is supplemented by empirical data gathered through historical research, including the cultural forms of the three Philippine traditions: indigenous, Hispanic, and colonial American. Weaving through the intertextual reading is the use of PMB’s biography, sources and influences, specifically the story’s historical context, milieu, …

Militarized Sexual Labor: Violent Encounters Between Comfort Women And Japanese Soldiers, And Camptown Women And American Soldiers, Shoyun Claire Oh

Historical Perspectives: Santa Clara University Undergraduate Journal of History, Series II

No abstract provided.

The Role Of Maternal Position During The Second Stage Of Labor On Reducing Perineal Injury: An Integrative Review, Ericka L. Dalton, Tabatha Ruth Erlandson

All Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Introduction: Perineal lacerations remain a common occurrence amongst vaginal deliveries. While there are some recommendations for supportive techniques throughout the literature, position is typically not included in these. Perineal trauma can have a lasting effect on the individual and increase health care costs. The purpose of this review is to identify what birthing positions are most effective at preventing perineal injury.

Methods: A formalized search of the literature was conducted via PubMed, CINAHL, Google Scholar, and SCOPUS databases. Of the 344 articles identified, 22 original studies met the inclusion and exclusion criteria for this review. A literature matrix and quality …

Impact Of Physical Intimate Partner Violence Victimization On Jamaican Women’S Mental Health: The Moderating Effects Of Adverse Childhood Experiences, Kerry A. Lee, Sharon Rose Priestley, Kevin K. Hylton

Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research Faculty Research and Scholarship

Purpose: Few studies have examined the relationship between IPV victimization and mental health outcomes and the moderating role of ACEs in this relationship among Jamaican women. Using trauma theory to undergird this study, we examined the relationship between physical IPV victimization and depressive symptoms and anxiety while accounting for the moderating effects of ACEs on these relationships among Jamaican women.

Methods: Univariate and ordinary least squares regression (OLS) analyses were performed using data from the 2016 National Women’s Health Survey, a nationally representative sample of Jamaican women aged 15 to 64.

Results: Experience of physical IPV victimization was found …

Exploring Teacher Strategies Regarding Multilingualism On Popular Social Media Platforms Such As Tiktok And Instagram, Victoria Raposo

Undergraduate Review

No abstract provided.

Recovering Motor Skills, Grit, And Social-Emotional Learning Through Art Education: The Lasting Impact Of Covid-19 On Middle School Students Who Were In Kindergarten–Third Grade During The Pandemic, Melissa A. Mckinnon

All Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted education, and students in early grades missed critical motor and social-emotional skill development. These students are now in middle school, where delays are evident in motor skills and decreased perseverance. This review examines how arts education can help rebuild these losses. The literature reviewed focused on studies published between 2020 and 2024 across the fields of education, psychology, neuroscience, and art therapy. Themes include motor skill development through art, cognitive growth and executive functioning, social-emotional learning, and grit and perseverance through art projects. Art education offers a unique setting for holistic recovery, but this requires educators …

Breaking Barriers: Women's Struggle For The Vote In Jacksonville, Brett M. Nystrom

Graduate Thesis and Dissertation post-2024

During the first half of the twentieth century, women in Jacksonville brought women’s suffrage to the forefront of the city’s discourse through increased engagement in the public sphere. By forming women’s organizations such as the Woman’s Club of Jacksonville, the Florida Equal Franchise League, and the Duval County League of Women Voters, White women addressed concerns regarding women’s voting rights. However, these White women’s organizations and Jacksonville’s White, male-dominated authority excluded African American women from participating in the public sphere. Therefore, African American women in Jacksonville established the City Federation of Colored Women’s Clubs, which served as a platform for …

Trends In Science Outreach Research Through Social Media (2000-2023): A Comprehensive Bibliometric Analysis, María Del Pilar Quezada Castro, Marco Antonio Rodríguez Vega, María Del Pilar Castro Arellano, Guillermo Alexander Quezada Castro

Health Professions Education

Purpose: Scientific dissemination is key to transmitting specialized knowledge to society, using social networks and digital platforms as essential tools. This study aims to conduct a comprehensive bibliometric analysis to identify trends, key themes, and collaboration networks in scientific outreach research.

Methods: A bibliometric analysis of 1577 papers indexed in the Scopus database between 2000 and 2023 was conducted using advanced tools such as Biblioshiny and VOSviewer. The analysis focused on co-authorship patterns, citation networks, and emerging thematic trends.

Results: The findings showed exponential growth in scientific output over the last four years, shaped by the impact of the COVID-19 …

Undergraduate Bulletin 2025-2026, Cuny John Jay College

College Bulletins

Covers academic year 2025-2026

(2025) Curriculum Vitae Of Laurance J. Splitter, Laurance J. Splitter

Collected Papers of Laurance J. Splitter

No abstract provided.

Virginia Commonwealth University Undergraduate Bulletin (2025), Virginia Commonwealth University

VCU Bulletins

Undergraduate bulletin for Virginia Commonwealth University for the academic year 2025-2026. It includes information on academic regulations, degree requirements, course offerings, faculty, academic calendar, and tuition and expenses for undergraduate programs

Factors Affecting Freshwater Fish Communities In Two North Alabama Counties, Joshua Fitts

Theses

This study examined how physical habitat characteristics influence freshwater fish diversity in streams of Madison and Limestone Counties, Alabama. Ten 150-meter stream reaches were sampled using backpack electrofishing and seining, with habitat variables measured at fixed transects. Principal component analysis identified four main habitat gradients representing flow and substrate, channel size, gravel dominance, and canopy–bedrock conditions. Although overall species richness and Shannon diversity were not significantly related to these gradients, species-specific correlations revealed clear ecological preferences. Regression models showed that root wads, herbaceous vegetation, and riprap modestly increased richness, emphasizing the role of structural diversity. These findings highlight the importance …

From Backlash To Brand Loyalty: How Self-Congruity And Generation Shape Consumer Intentions After A Failed Influencer Campaign, Dexter L. Purnell, Kimberly V. Legocki, Steven R. Barnes, Jessica Chapman

Atlantic Marketing Journal

This study examines consumer responses to corporate social advocacy (CSA) surrounding Bud Light’s partnership with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney. We fielded a cross-sectional survey of U.S. beer drinkers (N = 386) measuring actual and ideal self-congruity, generational cohort, and purchase intention. Using PROCESS Model 4 with bootstrap confidence intervals, we tested whether self-congruity mediates the relationship between generation and purchase intention. Self-congruity strongly predicted purchase intention, and indirect effects of generation via both actual and ideal self-congruity were statistically significant. Conditional (contrast-specific) indirect effects were observed only for Gen X, indicating cohort-specific pathways from CSA to purchase intention through identity …

Vertebrate Fossils Of Louisiana, Suyin Ting, Lorene E. Smith, Connor D. White, Irene Martí Gil

Special Publications of the Museum of Natural Science

No abstract provided.

Visual Attention And Memory Performance On Advertisements Featuring Celebrities, Kyrho Callis

College of Graduate Studies: Theses & Dissertations

VISUAL ATTENTION AND MEMORY PERFORMANCE ON ADVERTISEMENTS FEATURING CELEBRITIES

การเปิดรับความหลากหลายทางวัฒนธรรมในฐานะการปฏิบัติการทางสังคมเพื่อการอยู่ร่วมกันอย่างสันติระหว่างคนท้องถิ่นกับผู้อพยพภายใต้ยุคสมัยแห่งการเคลื่อนย้าย : ข้อค้นพบจากการวิเคราะห์ปัจจัยที่ส่งผลต่อการยอมรับการเข้ามาของผู้อพยพในเอเชียตะวันออก, ศิริพงศ์ ปาลกะวงศ์ ณ อยุธยา

Journal of Social Sciences

จุดมุ่งหมายหลักของการวิจัยเชิงปริมาณครั้งนี้ คือ การศึกษาความสัมพันธ์เชิงเหตุผลระหว่างพฤติกรรมการเปิดรับความหลากหลายทางวัฒนธรรมกับระดับการยินยอมให้ผู้อพยพเข้ามาในเอเชียตะวันออกของ พลเมืองที่อาศัยอยู่ในพื้นที่ดังกล่าว ผู้วิจัยเลือกใช้แหล่งข้อมูลทุติยภูมิจากฐานข้อมูลด้านวัฒนธรรมของคลังข้อมูลการสำรวจทางสังคมในเอเชียตะวันออก (EASSDA) ฐานข้อมูลดังกล่าวเกิดจากการเก็บรวบรวมข้อมูลของกลุ่มตัวอย่างในภูมิภาคดังกล่าวจำนวน 4 ประเทศ ได้แก่ จีน ญี่ปุ่น เกาหลีใต้ และไต้หวัน ซึ่งมีจำนวนตัวอย่างรวมทั้งหมด 9,029 ราย เมื่อพิจารณาถึงผลการวิเคราะห์สถิติเชิงพรรณนา กลุ่มตัวอย่างโดยส่วนใหญ่ยังไม่เปิดรับความหลากหลายทางวัฒนธรรมเท่าที่ควร และยินยอมระดับน้อยที่จะให้มีผู้อพยพเข้ามาในภูมิภาคของตน ในส่วนของผลการวิเคราะห์ สถิติเชิงอนุมานด้วยเทคนิคการวิเคราะห์การถดถอยพหุด้วยแบบจำลองโพรบิต ผู้วิจัยพบว่า พฤติกรรมการเปิดรับความหลากหลายทางวัฒนธรรมเกือบทุกรูปแบบ (ยกเว้นการเปิดรับสื่อต่างประเทศ) ได้แก่ การพูดคุยเกี่ยวกับ ประเด็น/ปัญหาระหว่างประเทศกับผู้อื่น การเดินทางไปต่างประเทศ และการมีคนรู้จักเป็นชาวต่างชาติ ต่างเป็นปัจจัยที่มีอิทธิพลเชิงบวกต่อการยินยอมระดับมากที่จะให้มีผู้อพยพเข้ามาในภูมิภาคดังกล่าวอย่างมีนัยสำคัญทางสถิติ นอกจากนี้ ผลการวิเคราะห์แสดงให้เห็นว่า ระดับการศึกษาที่เพิ่มสูงขึ้นมีอิทธิพลเชิงบวกต่อการยินยอมระดับมากที่จะให้มีผู้อพยพในพื้นที่ของตน แต่ในทางตรงกันข้าม การยึดมั่นในความเป็นชาตินิยมเป็นอย่างมากเข้าข่ายเป็นอุปสรรคอย่างหนึ่งต่อการยินยอมระดับมากที่จะให้มีผู้อพยพเข้ามาในภูมิภาคดังกล่าวอย่างเห็นได้ชัด

Effects Of Loving-Kindness Meditation On Perceived Stress, Depression, And Empathic Distress Among Informal Adult Caregivers, Han Minh Lam Do

Student Scholarship

No abstract provided.

Zigzagging Outer Space: The Legal Complexities Of Mega-Constellations, Alex S. Li

Nebraska Law Review

The rapid rise of satellite mega-constellations is reshaping the “spacescape” of Low Earth Orbits (LEO). This Article explores the unprecedented challenges introduced by these vast networks and proposes a comprehensive governance framework to ensure their sustainable operations.

It begins by examining the transformative potential of mega-constellations and offering an overview of current deployments and upcoming projects. It then evaluates the existing legal landscape, highlighting the key treaties, international organizations, and national regulators that can influence these systems. The Article then describes how the fragmented nature of the current regulatory architecture leaves us ill-equipped to address the critical challenges, such as …

Death Of A Doctrine: The End Of Classical Deterrence In A Complex Multipolar World, Daniel H. Wang

Graduate Theses/Dissertations

Today's deterrence is dramatically different from that during the Cold War. This thesis examines how changes in global geopolitics altered deterrent frameworks and how those changes threaten strategic stability. Traditional nuclear deterrence is built on clear adversaries, established escalation protocols, and predictable outcomes that are increasingly obsolete when facing modern realities. Adversaries employ hybrid strategies below the traditional thresholds of nuclear deterrence while integrating nuclear capabilities into these hybrid tactics, driving a distinct disadvantage for traditional deterrence frameworks. Russia uses nuclear signaling with gray zone operations, China combines multidomain operations with nuclear deterrence to employ a full spectrum of capabilities, …

Intra-African Trade And Economic Growth In Africa: The Role Of Foreign Direct Investment, Anthony Kyereboah-Coleman, Joshua Yindenaba Abor, Daniel Ofori-Sasu

Journal of African Trade

This study examines the role of foreign direct investment (FDI) in the relationship between intra-African trade and economic growth. Employing a sample of 54 African countries over the period 2004-2022 and a two-step System Generalized Methods of Moments, the study finds that FDI inflows have a positive effect on intra-African trade, which in turn positively affects economic growth; however, FDI has a negative independent effect on growth. The study further provides evidence to support the hypothesis that FDI magnifies the positive effect of intra-African trade on economic growth, by establishing that intra-African trade and FDI are complements in enhancing economic …

On Disciplining States, Aziz Z. Huq

Public Law and Legal Theory Working Papers

No abstract provided.

A Unified Rheological Parameter For Concrete: Application Of The Shear Work Index In Flowability Optimization, Wang Yao, Jihong Gao, Kunmiao Xu, Baolin Guo, Yongzhi Guo, Qinfei Li

International Conference on Durability of Concrete Structures

Adequate flowability is crucial to ensure proper homogeneity, mechanical properties, and durability of hardened concrete. A new parameter called the Shear Work Index (SWI), which combines yield stress and plastic viscosity, was recently proposed by the authors to evaluate concrete flowability. Factors that can influence SWI are analysed in this paper. Application methods of SWI are demonstrated through case studies involving the evaluation of rheology-modifying materials, the selection of the optimal manufactured sand replacement ratio in mixed sand, and the determination of concrete vibration time. The findings highlight the effectiveness of SWI as a comprehensive parameter for optimising concrete mix …

Addressing Mental Healthcare Barriers Among Bipoc Perinatal Patients In A Community Health Setting, Aimee Nguyen, Ezinne Ndibeshe, Vedika Iyer

Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects

Objective. BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) perinatal patients often face systemic, cultural, and logistical barriers to accessing mental health care during pregnancy and postpartum. These challenges contribute to disparities in outcomes, yet patient perspectives remain underrepresented in community health settings. This quality improvement initiative aimed to identify key barriers, raise awareness about perinatal mental health, and improve access to care at a community health clinic in Shoreline, Washington. A culturally inclusive educational handout was developed to support awareness and connect patients with mental health resources.

Methods. A mixed-methods approach was used to explore barriers both quantitatively and qualitatively. …

The Interplay Of Gender And Humor In The Workplace, Charlene Marie Baghdadi

CMC Senior Theses

Humor is a key element in workplace dynamics, influencing leadership, team cohesion, and career advancement. However, its impact is not equal among genders. This paper explores the interplay between humor and gender in professional settings, examining how different types of humor – positive (affiliative, self-enhancing, coping sense of humor) and negative (aggressive, self-defeating) – are perceived and used by men and women. Specifically, it investigates how gender and team composition moderate the relationship between types of humor and workplace outcomes, with gender stereotypes acting as a mediator. This analysis highlights that men often benefit from a broader acceptance of humor …