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Virginia Dental Journal

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Finding Aids

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Orca Annual Report 2025-26, Msu Orca

Steeplechase: An ORCA Student Journal

Quick Facts about ORCA in Academic Year 2025-26

• 30 slots filled for Posters-at-the-Capitol
• 443+ students presented at Scholars Weeks with support from 126+ faculty members
• 53 grants awarded
• Dr. Brittany Wood named University Distinguished Mentor 2026

All Articles Of Vol 23 Iss 1, Vol 23 Issue 1

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

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Why Theory Matters In Infant And Toddler Practice: Unpacking Pikler, Gerber, Gesell, Piaget, & Vygotsky, Derrick Toups

Spark! Innovations in Early Childhood Education: A Research-to-Practice Journal for Educators

This article is intended to help infant and toddler educators deepen the why behind the what and how of their daily interactions by unpacking and connecting the seminal early childhood theories of Pikler, Gerber, Gesell, Piaget, and Vygotsky, what they look like in the classroom, and why they benefit children.

So Much More Than Greenacre, Christine Rollins

The Journal of Law Teaching and Learning

No abstract provided.

Ghastly Growths And Bone Chilling Cases Pediatric Tumor Diagnosis Demystified, Alexander Aly Restum, Arif Musa

Medical Student Research Symposium

Background:

Pediatric skeletal tumors range from benign to malignant and require multimodal imaging for accurate diagnosis. Recognizing key features enables early detection, guides management, identifies underlying syndromes, and improves outcomes. This presentation provides an educational overview of pediatric tumor evaluation.

Methods:
We conducted a focused review of peer-reviewed literature and representative pediatric imaging studies to outline the radiologic characteristics of common benign and malignant bone tumors in children. Core imaging patterns, diagnostic challenges, and modality-specific advantages were synthesized to create a practical interpretive framework for radiologists.

Results:
The reviewed literature and imaging demonstrated consistent defining features across pediatric bone tumors. …

Characterizing Stiffness Dynamics Of Normal And Malignant Breast Spheroids Using Brillouin Microscopy, Razanne Rafat Zaghloul, Karlin Hilai, Chenjun Shi, Jitao Zhang

Medical Student Research Symposium

Background: Breast cancer progression and metastasis are closely linked to alterations in the mechanical properties of tumor cells and their microenvironment. Softer, more deformable cells are often associated with higher metastatic potential. While atomic force microscopy (AFM) is the current gold standard for mechanical characterization, it is limited to surface measurements and can damage 3D cultures. It remains unclear how the mechanical properties evolve over time in normal versus malignant spheroids. This study utilizes Brillouin light-scattering microscopy, a non-contact and label-free optical technique, to assess stiffness changes in normal and malignant breast epithelial spheroids over time. Understanding these mechanical signatures …

Federated Cognitive Twins, Johny Manuel-Devadoss, Joanna Johnson, Jayden Johnson

Defensive Publications Series

The current generation of personalization systems is fundamentally constrained by a centralized representational paradigm in which users are reduced to static behavioral embeddings owned and monetized by platform operators. Existing recommender architectures infer preference vectors from fragmented interaction telemetry and optimize engagement through increasingly opaque reinforcement pipelines. Such systems exhibit severe deficiencies in epistemic continuity, user sovereignty, contextual cognition, longitudinal identity fidelity, and privacy-preserving personalization. This paper introduces Federated Cognitive Twins (FCT), a next-generation computational architecture for continuously evolving, cryptographically sovereign, locally anchored cognitive simulations representing human behavioral dynamics, ethical priors, attentional signatures, learning topology, persuasion resistance characteristics, trust propagation …

Hydrosynbio H₂O-Matrix System: Integrated Bio-Photonic Water Synthesis Platform With Hybrid Apccm+Depb Gas Separation And Ai-Neural Optimization, Mohammed Hani Jebreen

Defensive Publications Series

The HydroSynBio™ H₂O-Matrix System is a novel integrated bio-photonic platform for atmospheric water synthesis. The system combines dual-chamber photobioreactors using Chlamydomonas reinhardtii for biological hydrogen production and Elodea canadensis for oxygen production, powered by solar energy.

The core inventive step is a hybrid low-energy gas separation technology (APCCM asymmetric polymer-ceramic membrane + DEPB dynamic electrochemical potential barrier) coupled with pulsed pressure-swing adsorption, enabling efficient separation of biologically generated H₂ and O₂. The separated gases are then catalytically recombined in a Pt/C PEM reverse fuel cell to produce pure water.

The entire process is optimized in real-time by an AI-neural controller …

Towards The Integration Of Living Plants In Urban Design For Desert Regions \Fontsize1213\Selectfont\Textcolorblack(A Dynamic Shading Unit Inspired By Plant Movements), Amira Medhat Ibrahim Gouda

HBRC Journal

With the rapid urban expansion of new cities in hot desert climates, the challenge of designing open urban spaces and public squares becomes evident, particularly in providing thermal comfort. These spaces are exposed to intense sunlight and temperatures exceeding 40°C for extended periods, limiting their usability and increasing reliance on traditional, non sustainable shading methods. Addressing this issue, the research explores the potential of bio-dynamic shading units that utilize plants with self-moving responses such as nyctinastic and heliotropic movements as sustainable alternatives that adapt automatically to climatic changes without mechanical systems or energy consumption. The study assumes that integrating plants …

Characterization And Potential Suitability Of Some Egyptian Clays For Ceramic Building Applications, Marwa Askar, Medhat Sobhy El-Mahllawy, Mohamed Hamed Abdel-Aal, Ali Mohamed Ali Abd-Allah, Safia Gaber Al Menoufy

HBRC Journal

This study investigates the suitability of five Egyptian clay deposits—Wadi El-Natrun, Qasr El-Sagha, Kafr Homied, Fayed, and Suez Road—for ceramic building applications. Representative samples were characterized chemically and mineralogically, with grain size distribution and Atterberg limits determined to assess their industrial potential. Mineralogical analysis identified montmorillonite, illite, and kaolinite as the dominant clay minerals. Grain size and plasticity data, plotted on industrial diagrams, revealed that all samples are highly plastic clays with elevated clay fractions and minimal sand content. Such properties, while beneficial for molding, require modification to reduce excessive plasticity. The addition of non-plastic materials is recommended to enhance …

Effect Of Spry Of Potassium Ratio And Cycocel On Physiological Traits Of Maize (Zea Mays L), Asmaa Mohammed Hussein, Eabdallah Yasin Ali

AUIQ Complementary Biological System

The aim of this work was to investigating the effect of foliar application of potassium (K) and the growth regulator Cycocel (CCC) on the physiological traits of maize (Zea mays L). The experiment was designed using a split-plot arrangement within a randomized complete block design (RCBD) with three replicates. The treatments included foliar application of potassium at concentrations of 500, 1000, and 1500 mg.L^–1, as well as three concentrations of the growth regulator Cycocel (0, 150, and 200 mg.L^–1). The results indicated a significant increase in Protein (P), phosphorus, and carbohydrate contents at the concentration of …

Kebebasan Hakim Memutus Perkara Dalam Konteks Pancasila (Ditinjau Dari Keadilan “Substantif”), Ery Setyanegara

Jurnal Hukum & Pembangunan

Abstract

Impact Of 4-Week Brain Gym Exercise Program On Fine Motor Skills And Hand Grip Strength In Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Case Study, Harita Sonawane, Tejas Borkar

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background: Autism Spectrum Disorder is a neurodevelopment disorder characterized by affection in gross and fine motor development, motor coordination abnormalities, and deficiencies in motor planning, social interactions and communication. Brain Gym exercises have drawn interest due to its potential advantages in improving bilateral integration, dexterity, and fine motor abilities, especially in children with autism. Objectives: To evaluate the impact of 4-week Brain gym exercise program on fine motor skills and Hand-grip strength in autism spectrum disorder. Methodology: This case report focuses on a 9-year-old male child with a range of developmental abnormalities such as difficulty in fine motor tasks, difficulty …

The Minimalist Footwear Paradox: Unloading The Foot, Overloading The Bone, Shrihari L Kulkarni, Harpreet Kour

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background: Minimalist footwear (MF) and barefoot walking and running are increasingly adopted in India, often using low-cost flat shoes or no footwear at all. However, abrupt transition on hard urban surfaces (concrete, marble, tile) may predispose to metatarsal stress fractures, plantar fasciopathy, and Achilles' tendinopathy. Objective: To synthesize current biomechanical and physiological evidence on MF transition and present clinical case data from a single centre in North Karnataka. Methods: We reviewed published studies examining bony strain, intrinsic foot muscle adaptation, and injury rates following MF use. Additionally, we present representative clinical cases from combined Orthopaedics and Physiology outpatient services (January …

Influence Of Chitosan In Bone Regenerative Biomaterials – A Systematic Review Of In-Vivo Studies, Reetika Gaddale, Ramesh Chowdhary

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Chitosan-based biomaterials are biocompatible, biodegradable and can be formed into composites, scaffolds and hydrogels, making it an ideal candidate in the application of bone tissue engineering. Addition of growth factor, bioactive molecules and nanoparticles to chitosan promotes osteogenesis and angiogenesis, thereby enhancing bone repair. But further research is needed due to challenges like its limited mechanical strength and stability under physiological conditions. So, the focus question of this review was ``Is the use of chitosan-based biomaterials effective in promoting bone regeneration.'' Electronic literature review was conducted on Medline/PubMed, Embase, Web of Science databases, without any limitations on the year of …

From Bench To Publication: The Hidden Crisis Of Reproducibility In Biomedical Research, Punnya. V. Angadi

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Reproducibility serves as a fundamental aspect of biomedical research, guaranteeing that findings are reliable, precise, and relevant to clinical applications. The growing difficulty in replicating research outcomes has led to what is known as the ``reproducibility crisis.'' This issue has a profound impact on the biomedical field, affecting pharmaceutical research, guiding medical treatment decisions, and influencing public health results. This editorial aims to examine the extent, root causes, and consequences of irreproducibility in biomedical research, with a focus on the contributions of methodological errors, publication biases, and the pressures exerted by academic systems. Additionally, it will propose possible solutions to …

Radiation Exposure And Safety Practices In Dental Radiology: A Literature Review, Abdullah Awn Alsubaie, Majdi Rashed Alnowaimi, Nada Othman Bamashmous, Afnan Darwesh, Abdu Mohammed Saeed, Essam Mohammed Banoqitah

Journal of King Abdulaziz University: Engineering Sciences

Background: Although exposure to even low doses of ionizing radiation can cause cell damage and increase the risk of cancer, dental radiography remains an essential tool for making the correct diagnosis and planning treatment. Despite the advancements in dental radiography, significant global variations in the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of dental professionals persist, including those practicing in the Middle East and Saudi Arabia. Its continued necessity highlights the importance of continuously and thoroughly evaluating the compliance to safety standards according to international guidelines. Aim: This review aims to ascertain prevailing occupational radiation exposure levels, evaluate the knowledge and awareness, …

Evaluating The Association Between Chronic Health Conditions And Caregiver Burden For Male Dementia Caregivers, Dareion D. Hill-Smith

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

No abstract provided.

Spectaor 2026-05-21, Editors Of The Spectator

The Spectator

No abstract provided.

``Evaluation Of Molybdenum Content In 99Mo/99mTc Generators Eluate'', Sunnia Shafiq, Hafiz Khush Naseeb Ahmad, Hina Manzoor, Sadiqullah Sadiqullah, Hashir Saeed, Muhammad Sadiq, Shehla Iftikhar

Journal of King Abdulaziz University: Engineering Sciences

Objective This study aimed to assess the reliability and purity of technetium-99m (^99mTc) generators produced by the Pakistan Institute of Nuclear Science and Technology (PINSTECH), known as PAKGEN, by evaluating the molybdenum (⁹⁹Mo) breakthrough levels over five years. Maintaining low ⁹⁹Mo levels is crucial for patient safety and high-quality diagnostic imaging in nuclear medicine. Methods: 189 PAKGEN ^99m Tc generators were tested at the Centre for Nuclear Medicine and Radiotherapy (CENAR) in Quetta, Pakistan, from December 2019 to December 2023. Each generator was eluated daily from Monday to Saturday, and the molybdenum content in the …

Evolving Conservation: The Role Of Unconventional Approaches To Restore Contemporary Vertebrate Populations And Genomic Biodiversity, Bridgett M. Von Holdt, Matt James, Stephen J. Gaughran, Alexandra L. Decandia, Klaus-Peter Koepfli, Dan Flores, Nucharin Songsasen, Kristin Brzeski, Evelyn L. Jensen

Michigan Tech Publications

Conservation biology and restoration ecology are two essential yet distinct disciplines that address the growing challenge of biodiversity loss. Traditionally, these fields have relied on ecological principles and management practices aimed at protecting or reestablishing natural systems. The crisis is no longer just ecological it is evolutionary and genomic. The accelerating pace of environmental change has outstripped the capacity of conventional approaches, creating a pressing need for innovative solutions. Biotechnology offers potentially transformative tools that can enhance the effectiveness and precision of both conservation and restoration efforts, especially for species where conventional conservation approaches have proven insufficient. Techniques such as …

Exploring The Use Of Nondigital And Digital Games In The Classroom Of Teaching Chinese As A Foreign Language For Adult Learners, Zheng George

Doctoral Dissertations

Game-based learning (GBL) has gained increasing attention as an instructional strategy in foreign language education due to its potential to enhance motivation, engagement, and language acquisition. However, most existing research has focused on young learners or on languages other than Chinese, leaving a gap in understanding of how games are used to teach Chinese as a Foreign Language (CFL) to adult learners. In addition, prior studies have primarily examined learners’ perspectives, with limited attention to teachers’ instructional practices when implementing game-based instruction. The purpose of this mixed-methods study was to explore how CFL teachers integrate nondigital and digital games in …

The Effectiveness Of Mastery Learning On Student Achievement Across Stem Disciplines: A Meta-Analysis, Francis Siangco Estabillo

Doctoral Dissertations

Mastery learning has been one of the most extensively researched instructional strategies in education, studied continuously since the 1960s. Prior meta-analyses have consistently found positive effects of mastery learning on student learning outcomes, however, none have examined its effectiveness on student achievement explicitly within science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines.

This comprehensive meta-analysis investigated the effectiveness of the mastery-learning instructional strategy on student achievement across STEM disciplines in K-12 and higher-education contexts. A systematic literature search yielded 85 studies with combined sample sizes of 10,244 participants that met the inclusion criteria. Heterogeneity was assessed using Q,I^{2 …}

A Decade Of Coffee Research In Indonesia, Philippines, And Vietnam (2015–2024): Bibliometric And Thematic Insights For Philippine Coffee Science, Analiza D. Resurreccion, Christian P. Gopez, Henry Leen A. Magahis, Leslie Anne L. Liwanag, Feorillo A. Demeterio Iii

Forest and Society

Coffee is a key agricultural commodity in Southeast Asia, with Vietnam and Indonesia ranking among the world's leading producers, while the Philippines faces declining output and fragmented research efforts. This study compares coffee-related research in Indonesia, Philippines, and Vietnam from 2015 to 2024 to inform strategies for strengthening Philippine coffee science. A mixed-methods scientometric and thematic approach was applied to a corpus of Scopus-indexed journal articles. Descriptive bibliometric indicators were used to examine research productivity, citation visibility, collaboration structures, institutional participation, funding composition, and disciplinary coverage. Longitudinal patterns in selected indicators were assessed using non-parametric trend analysis (Kendall's τ and …

An Integrated Value Chain Analysis Of Large Cardmom (Amomum Subulatum Roxb): A Case Of Bhutan, Laxmi Chetri, Muneer Ahmad Magry

Forest and Society

This study explores the value chain of large cardamom in Tsirang, Bhutan, through a field survey of 260 households engaged in cardamom farming, using a semi-structured questionnaire. The findings reveal a relatively simple value chain: upstream actors include both male and female farmers who cultivate, harvest, and dry the cardamom, while downstream actors are primarily male local and regional traders who purchase, transport, store, and export the product. Women are largely confined to upstream roles, with limited or no participation in downstream activities. The relationship between farmers and traders is predominantly transactional, lacking formal contracts or advance financing. A cost-benefit …

Titanium Dioxide: An Inquiry Into The Mechanisms And Implications Of Exposure In Gut Dysbiosis And Metabolic Disorders, Meghan Gardiner

Senior Honors Theses

Titanium dioxide (TiO₂) is one of the most prevalent food additives utilized in commercial products in the United States. While TiO₂ was originally hailed as a nontoxic and cost-effective additive, studies are beginning to reveal that TiO₂ is not as safe as it once seemed. TiO₂ may contribute to the development of insulin resistance and metabolic disorders through direct and indirect mechanisms. The compound induces gut dysbiosis, leading to alterations in bacterial metabolites and pro-inflammatory cytokines, which results in the selective resistance of glucocorticoid receptors. Additionally, TiO₂ itself can translocate from the gut to …

Paternal Investment And Labor Market Soft Skills: Evidence From The Philippines, Timothy Crane Wilkins

Master's Theses

Fathers’ involvement in their children’s lives may shape the social skills that determine labor market success, yet evidence from Southeast Asia remains limited. This study examines the relationship between paternal investment and soft skills used in the workforce. Using original survey and experimental data from more than 300 parents of young children in Metro Manila, Philippines, I analyze how their fathers’ past involvement during childhood, and current involvement as grandparents in childcare relate to dictator-game giving, interpersonal trust, and workplace relations. The results indicate that paternal investment is most statistically significant with improved workplace relations, specifically with participants’ reported ability …

Experiences Of Recent High School Graduates In Missouri Regarding Stress Management And Coping Skills Within Their Health Education Curriculum, Courtney Faye Thomas

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

No abstract provided.