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Field Notes, Linda Gilbert, Brad Stemen, Bob Finkelstein, Dwight Chasar

Cleveland Bird Calendar

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Field Notes, Dwight Chasar, Sean T. Zadar, Haans Petruschke

Cleveland Bird Calendar

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Field Notes, Bob Finkelstein, Paula J. Lozano, Tom Bartlett

Cleveland Bird Calendar

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Field Notes, Mary Reinthal, Robert Harlan

Cleveland Bird Calendar

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Dna Barcoding Of Eight Freshwater Fish Species (Order Siluriformes) From The River Ravi, Pakistan, Hafiz Muhammad Ashraf, Hafiz Abdullah Shakir, Muhammad Irfan, Shaukat Ali, Chaman Ara, Noor Khan, Muhammad Khan, Abdul Qadir, Muhammad Zafar Saleem

Karbala International Journal of Modern Science

Pakistan's freshwater bodies host significant fish species, but molecular identification is still in its infancy, necessitating the use of morphological and molecular DNA barcoding techniques. The study confirmed the species of the order Siluriformes found in the River Ravi, Pakistan, using DNA extracted from muscle tissue, sequenced for the COI gene, and obtained accession and Barcode Index Numbers from GenBank and BOLD databases. In the BLAST search, identities ranged from 99.23–100% and 99.52–100% in the GenBank and BOLD databases, respectively. The study revealed that the Kimura 2-Parameter genetic distance increased from lower to higher taxonomic levels: within species (0.00%) < within genus (15.17%) < within family (19.77%). The study estimated average nucleotide differences (104.964) and nucleotide diversity (0.16099) but found Tajima's neutrality test to be statistically insignificant. The neighbor-joining tree displayed closely linked species under a node, whereas divergent species were grouped under distinct nodes. The COI gene-based DNA barcoding aids in Pakistan's fish resource inventory, monitoring, and management, providing valuable input for traditional methods.

Mechanisms Of Ventricular Catheter Obstruction, Mohamed Khalil Attie Ms, Christopher Roberts Ms, Carolyn Harris Phd

Medical Student Research Symposium

Background: Hydrocephalus is treated primarily with ventriculoperitoneal shunts, which fail over time mainly due to proximal ventricular catheter (VC) obstruction of the drainage holes. Prior computational fluid dynamics (CFD) studies based on idealized geometries have suggested that cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) preferentially enters distal holes due to lower resistance, thereby increasing the risk of obstruction at those locations. However, these models do not incorporate explanted VC data, patient-specific anatomy, or differences in catheter architecture.

Methods: To evaluate whether flow distribution matches failure sites, we compared obstruction patterns from 30 explanted catheters with CFD simulations of four commercial VC designs. For every …

Monitoring Of Dissolved Calcium Levels In Creeks, Embayment, And Kentucky Lake Waters In Western Kentucky, Majeda Dalloul

Scholars Week

In order to reduce the economic and ecological impacts of aquatic alien species, studies are warranted across major taxonomic groups, geographic regions, and habitat types. This study addressed the dissolved calcium levels in Kentucky Lake and their implications for one of the top-ranked invasive species, the zebra mussel, and its colonization.  Zebra mussels (Dreissena polymorpha) are well known for their “biofouling” capabilities, costing billions of dollars (for northeastern and midwestern states) in their removal from industrial, public, and power plant water supply lines. Calcium is one of the essential elements that contribute to the growth and reproduction of zebra …

The Arachne Thermal Ecosystem: A Passive, Rechargeable Latent‑Heat Survival Suit For Humanitarian Deployment, Michael Victor Caldwell Mr.

Defensive Publications Series

This disclosure presents the GCI #2 Arachne Thermal Ecosystem, a passive, zero‑power thermal‑battery survival suit designed for extreme cold, submersion, and disaster environments. The system uses a Sodium Acetate Trihydrate (SAT) latent‑heat phase‑change medium, stabilized with Expanded Graphite (EG) and distributed through a platinum‑cured silicone micro‑capillary lattice. This architecture enables uniform, controlled heat delivery for 6–8 hours without electronics or external power.

The suit is fully rechargeable using only hot water or radiant heat sources above 60 °C, including campfires, stoves, vehicle exhaust, or boiling water. Integrated safety features include bimetallic overheat vents, hydrophobic ePTFE membranes, check‑valve zone isolation, and …

A Comprehensive Review Of Wireless Charging Technologies: Inductive, Capacitive And Hybrid Power Transfer, Zahraa M.Y. Islam, Yasir M. Y. Ameen

AUIQ Technical Engineering Science

Wireless power transfer has attracted more and more attention as a potential solution to electric vehicle charging due to its safety, convenience and the potential to automate this process. This review paper gives an overview of inductive and capacitive wireless power transfer technologies, especially focusing on hybrid wireless power transfer systems that integrate both approaches. The basic operating principles in both inductive and capacitive power transfer are covered with an emphasis on their advantages and inherent limitations with respect to efficiency, voltage and current stress, the tolerance of misalignment and the power capability. Building upon this background, the paper is …

Using Machine Learning Algorithms To Clarify Relationships Between Soil Properties And Lead Stomach Bioaccessibility, Shehan Wijesinghe, Dibyendu Sarkar, Hadeer Saleh, Khalid Mustafa, Smitha Rao, Rupali Datta

Michigan Tech Publications

Featured Application: This paper has important applications in environmental health risk assessment and urban soil remediation planning. By demonstrating how machine learning can predict lead bioaccessibility in lead paint-contaminated soil, the study provides a scalable, cost-effective alternative to laboratory-based extraction methods. Such models could support rapid screening of contaminated sites, helping prioritize high-risk areas for intervention and allocate remediation resources more efficiently. This model is expected to advance data-driven decision-making for managing lead-contaminated soils and protect vulnerable urban populations from exposure. Lead contamination in urban soils, primarily from deteriorating lead-based paint, poses a significant health risk in the United States. …

Jim Wang V. Maserati North America

2026 Decisions

USDC for the District of New Jersey

Proteomics Of Tribute Citrus Turbid Juice And Characteristic Analysis Of Cloudy Proteins, Wang Feng, Liu Zhen, Ma Lukai, Wang Qin, Xiao Gengsheng, Liu Dongjie

Food and Machinery

[Objective] This study aims to investigate the characteristics of protein components and the types of cloudy proteins in Tribute citrus turbid juice. [Methods] Proteomics was used to analyze the proteomic features of the supernatant proteins and precipitated proteins in Tribute citrus turbid juice. [Results] There were significant differences in the electrophoresis bands of the supernatant proteins and precipitated proteins in Tribute citrus turbid juice. Compared with the supernatant proteins, precipitated proteins contained 2 897 differential proteins, including 2 487 up-regulated differential proteins and 410 down-regulated differential proteins. The up-regulated differential proteins in Tribute citrus turbid juice were mainly enriched in …

Quantitative Detection Of Chicken And Duck Derivatives In Pork Products Based On Digital Pcr Technique, Yang Xiaoli, Xin Le, Cui Ying, Li Hongduo, You Yaning

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To establish a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) quantitative detection method for chicken and duck adulteration in pork. [Methods] Primers and probes are designed based on single-copy genes specific to porcine, duck, and chicken. Then, a digital PCR quantitative detection method is established for derivatives in meat products, while verification is conducted on the detection limit, sensitivity, and specificity of the method. Additionally, a conversion coefficient K is introduced to convert copy number into the mass fraction of meat. Afterwards, the established method is applied to detect adulteration in 20 commercially available meat product samples. [Results] A digital PCR quantitative …

Identification Of Chili Powder Adulteration Based On Thermal Analysis, Zhu Xiaoling, Liu Jie, Chen Li, Wang Bin, Jiang Feng

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To investigate the application of thermal analysis in the identification of chili powder adulteration. [Methods] Chili powder samples and adulterated samples (corn, wheat bran, rice husk, and rice) from different sources, different simulated adulterated samples, simulated samples with different adulteration ratios, and commercial samples are analyzed by a thermal analyzer. Samples are crushed, passed through a 60-mesh sieve, and then analyzed in the thermal analyzer at the heating rate of 10 ℃/min from the room temperature to 800 ℃, with a flow rate of 100 mL/min of nitrogen as the atmosphere and an empty aluminum crucible as the reference …

Intelligent Detection Method For Foreign Objects In Packaged Foods Based On Improved Yolov 13 And X-Ray, Guo Dechao, Liu Zizhi, Zhang Hao, Zhao Qiang

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To address problems in X-ray-based foreign object detection in packaged foods, including low accuracy caused by the high proportion of low-frequency features in images and small grayscale differences between foreign objects and the background, as well as the loss of micro foreign object features, an improved intelligent detection scheme is proposed to overcome the inability of traditional detection methods to meet the real-time and reliability requirements of automated production lines. [Methods] Based on the intelligent detection system for foreign objects in packaged foods, this study proposes an intelligent detection method for foreign objects in packaged foods integrating an improved …

Simulation Of Flow Field And Structure Optimization Of Tunnel-Type Dryer For Lyophyllum Decastes, Zhao Huihui, Zhang Chunyan, Xu Zhen, Huang Zhongxiang, Zheng Xueping

Food and Machinery

[Objective] In response to the drying quality problem caused by the uneven distribution of the flow field inside the tunnel-type dryer for Lyophyllum decastes, this paper proposes a structural optimization method based on the porous media model, aiming at improving the drying uniformity and energy efficiency. [Methods] The viscous drag coefficient and inertial drag coefficient of L.decastes are measured, and the Realizable k-ε turbulence-porous medium coupling model is established. A double-end flow equalizing plate deflector is designed and used to optimize the airflow distribution based on a hexagonal close-packed hole array, and the optimal parameters are screened by combining the …

An Intelligent Trajectory Tracking Control Method Of Delta Robots For Automated Food Sorting, Zhu Ziqing, Chen Xiaozhong, Yang Miao, Liu Qiang, Li Xiaomei

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To address the limitations of existing trajectory tracking control methods for Delta robots in automated food production, such as insufficient tracking accuracy and delayed dynamic response, this study proposes an optimized control scheme to meet the high-precision and high-speed operational requirements of food sorting. [Methods] On the basis of an automated food production system, this paper proposes a trajectory tracking control method for Delta robots by integrating backstepping control, fractional order theory, sliding mode control, and adaptation law. Adaptation law provides real-time compensation for system parameter variations and external disturbances. Fractional order theory optimizes the dynamic response characteristics of …

Recognition For Banana Ripeness Based On Improved Yolov 11n, Hu Lirui, Wang Jiaxing, Hu Zekun

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To improve the efficiency of recognition for banana ripeness. [Methods] A method for recognizing banana ripeness is developed based on improved YOLOv 11n. A modified polarized self-attention mechanism is introduced into YOLOv 11n to enhance the feature extraction capability of the backbone network across various banana distribution scenarios. The original upsampling is replaced with a module of content-aware reassembly of features, which enlarges the receptive field to more effectively aggregate contextual information. Scylla intersection over union (SIoU) is adopted as the new bounding box loss, which calculates the vector angle between ground truth and predicted boxes to better address …

Effects Of Electron Beam Irradiation On Physicochemical Properties And Edible Quality Of Guangxi Fragrant Rice, Chen Xiuxia, Zhang Bin

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To investigate the effect of electron beam irradiation (EBI) on the storage quality of high-moisture Guangxi fragrant rice. [Methods] High-moisture fragrant rice is subjected to electron beam irradiation in varying doses (1 to 5 kGy). Then, changes in its physicochemical properties and edible quality are studied during storage. [Results] After low-dose EBI treatment, no significant change is observed in the moisture content of the fragrant rice. During storage, the growth rates of lipase activity and fatty acid value decrease in the irradiated fragrant rice, with inhibited microbial proliferation. Compared with non-irradiated fragrant rice, the irradiated fragrant rice exhibits slowly …

Comparison Of Amino Acids And Volatile Flavor Compounds In Various Parts Of Ternary Pig Meat, Li Rui, Wang Jingyu, Shi Xixiong, Zhang Aiwen, Yu Xuan, Xu Linna

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To scientifically evaluate the differences of amino acids and volatile flavor compounds in various parts of Ternary pig meat. [Methods] The composition of amino acids and volatile flavor compounds in front leg meat, hind leg meat, and longissimus dorsi muscle of the Ternary pig is compared and analyzed. [Results] The total amino acid content of fore limb meat, hind limb meat, and longissimus dorsi muscle is 16.13, 15.69, and 17.26 g/100 g, respectively. The essential amino acid content is 6.33, 6.12, and 6.71 g/100 g, respectively. The non-essential amino acid content is 9.79, 9.57, and 10.56 g/100 g, respectively. …

Effects Of Different Sterilization Methods On The Physicochemical Properties And Volatile Compounds Of Pomegranate Juice, Gu Junhua, Xing Xiaoke

Food and Machinery

[Objective] This study aims to evaluate the effects of different sterilization methods on the physicochemical properties, phenolic compounds, and aroma components of pomegranate juice, providing a scientific basis for selecting sterilization techniques in pomegranate juice processing. [Methods] 'Tunisia' soft-seed pomegranate juice is subjected to pasteurization (PS), ultrasound (US), high-pressure processing (HPP), and microwave sterilization (MS), respectively. Physicochemical properties and volatile compound content are determined. [Results] HPP demonstrates superior performance in preserving pomegranate juice quality compared to other treatments. PS treatment significantly reduces the redness value from 16.82 to 12.37 and results in the highest total color difference of 4.82, indicating …

Application Of Stable High Internal Phase Emulsions Based On Wheat Bran Water Extract In Cakes, Zhang Jing, Wang Lifeng, Xiong Wenfei, Ye Xinwei

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To investigate the application of high internal phase emulsions (HIPEs) stabilized by wheat bran water extract as a butter substitute in cakes. [Methods] Cakes were prepared by substituting butter with HIPEs stabilized by wheat bran water extract at different ratios, with a pure soybean oil group used as the control. The viscosity, relative density, and microstructure of the cake batter were systematically measured, and the textural properties, moisture distribution, color, X-ray diffraction (XRD) patterns, and flavor profiles of the cakes were comprehensively analyzed. [Results] With increasing substitution ratios of HIPEs, the a* value of the cakes increased while the …

Extraction Process Optimization And Antioxidant Activity Of Total Flavonoids From Pomelo Peel By Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents Combined With Microwaves, Xie Wen, Zhang Shuo, Wang Fang, Huang Xinyi

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To optimize the extraction process of total flavonoids from pomelo peel by natural deep eutectic solvents (NADES) combined with microwaves. [Methods] The extraction ability of flavonoids from pomelo peel is analyzed among three NADES and conventional extractants combined with microwaves. Additionally, the extraction process is optimized by response surface experiment, and the antioxidant activity of the extracts is evaluated. [Results] The optimal total flavonoid extraction rate is 2.20 percent at a liquid-solid ratio of 23∶1 (mL/g), a water content of 29%, an extraction temperature of 73 ℃, and a microwave time of 40 seconds. Under these conditions, the DPPH …

Research Progress In Regulating The Egg White Emulsification Properties By Structured Modification, Yang Fanghan, Ai Minmin, Wang Ziyuan, Guo Shanguang, Xiao Nan

Food and Machinery

Egg white, valued for its high protein content and superior food functional properties, is widely utilized in food processing. The amphiphilic structure and surface activity of egg white proteins enable effective adsorption at oil-water interfaces, reducing interfacial tension and forming stable interfacial films. Therefore, egg white proteins exhibit a robust interfacial regulation capacity in emulsion systems. This review systematically outlines the characteristics and formation mechanisms of multi-scale emulsion systems of egg white proteins (nano-emulsions, Pickering emulsions, and high internal phase Pickering emulsions). Additionally, a summary is presented of the research progress on the chemical/physical modification mechanisms of egg white emulsification …

Properties And Research Progress Of Deacetylated Konjac Glucomannan In Food Applications, Liu Kai, Zhang Ling, Wang Jing

Food and Machinery

Konjac glucomannan (KGM) is a natural soluble dietary fiber that is safe, biodegradable, and edible, with wide application in food and biomedicine. However, due to low plasticity and stability, KGM usually requires blending, physical, and chemical modification for production. Currently, deacetylated konjac glucan (DKGM) is used in food mainly as a food additive, food preservative, and health food. This review elucidates the KGM property changes before and after different deacetylation degrees, as well as the application progress and research status of DKGM in the food industry, with prospects for its development trends.

Construction Of Sulfur Dioxide Fluorescent Probe And Its Application Progress In Food, Pharmaceuticals, And Biological Systems, Xiao Zhongshan, Yang Guojing, Gao Ha, Wang Tianlin

Food and Machinery

Sulfur dioxide (SO2) and its derivatives (SO2-3 and HSO-3) are ubiquitous in the environment and our daily life, closely related to human life activities. As an important additive, SO2 serves functions including bleaching, sterilization, anti-corrosion, color protection, antioxidant, and others during the processing and storage of food and pharmaceuticals. Additionally, SO2 can regulate the antioxidant enzyme system in human cells, increasing resistance against oxidative stress damage. However, excessive SO2 in the human body can strongly stimulate the digestive tract, causing nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain, and may trigger allergic reactions including asthma and headaches. Furthermore, long-term intake can damage digestive …

Threat-Analysis Oriented Digital Twinning Of Ml-Powered Future Autonomous Weapon Systems, Thomas Neubert

Doctoral Dissertations and Master's Theses

Warfare is undergoing a rapid transformation with the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) into autonomous weapon systems (AWS) for perception, decision support, and control. As these systems become more software-defined, their cyber attack surface expands across sensing, communications, autonomy logic, and human-machine interfaces. As human oversight diminishes, ensuring the cybersecurity, resilience, and reliability of these systems becomes critical to mission success. This thesis investigates how a digital twin-driven threat modeling framework that integrates system-centric analysis with adversary-informed methodologies can support structured cybersecurity vulnerability evaluation and defensive strategy development associated with ML-powered AWS. First, the study analyzes …

Fulbright Us Scholar Alumni Panel, Bridgit Luján, Julianne Newmark, José Cerrato, Ronda Brulotte, John Phillips

LAII Events

The Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program offers more than 300 awards worldwide (ranging from 2-12 months) for U.S. citizens to teach, conduct research, and carry out professional projects around the world. College and university faculty, postdoctoral scholars, research and development professionals, as well as artists and professional practitioners from a wide range of fields can join nearly 450,000 Fulbrighters who have come away with enhanced skills, new connections, and greater mutual understanding. At this info session, you will hear from UNM Fulbright US Scholar alumni, who will share their experiences and advice.

Panelists at this event include:

Bridgit Luján | Honors …

Thermoacoustic Effects Of A Variable Equivalence Ratio In A Single Element Methane Combustor, Carter Green

Doctoral Dissertations and Master's Theses

Combustion instability is one of the leading factors in limiting the progress and innovations of liquid rocket engines and power plants. Under certain operating conditions, unsteady heat release and acoustic wave interactions can couple and lead to instabilities, such as self-sustaining pressure oscillations, that can lead to reduced combustor performance and potentially hardware damage. In this project, the thermoacoustic effects of controlling the equivalence ratio of a single-element natural gas combustor were modeled and analyzed. The project used Fidelity Pointwise for meshing, ANSYS Fluent for modeling, ERAU VEGA HPC for computing, and MATLAB for acoustic analysis. A numerical model of …

Preparation Of Porous Purple Clay Ceramic Balls And Their Application In The Aging Of Fuyuxiangxing Baijiu, Xu Haifeng, Yao Maojun, Liang Chaoyu, Jin Xiqing, Yu Ji

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To investigate the effect of porous purple clay ceramic materials on the aging quality of Fuyuxiangxing Baijiu, thereby optimizing the aging process. [Methods] Porous purple clay ceramic balls are prepared and characterized using field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM) and a surface area estimation model. Then, a single-factor experiment is designed to quantitatively analyze 23 main volatile flavor substances via gas chromatography. Combining physicochemical properties with sensory evaluation, the effect of temperature, the addition amount of porous purple clay ceramic balls, and treatment time on the quality of the Baijiu is studied. [Results] Porous purple clay ceramic balls possess …