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Effects Of Drying Conditions On The Forming Process , Structure , And Properties Of Konjac Glucomannan-Based Emulsion Films, Liu Yi, Zhu Jingyu, Cheng Yuhang, Yu Xiang, Jiang Fatang

Food and Machinery

［Objective］ To investigate the mechanism by which lipid distribution induced by drying conditions affects the structure and physicochemical properties of konjac glucomannan -based emulsion films.［Methods］ A film -forming emulsion composed of konjac glucomannan,pectin,and basil essential oil (K-P-OG) was prepared.The effects of different drying temperatures (25 ℃,30 ℃,35 ℃,and 40 ℃) on the physicochemical properties of K -P-OG films were examined.The droplet morphology and water distribution during the film -forming process were tracked using confocal laser scanning microscopy (CLSM ),scanning electron microscopy (SEM ),and low -field nuclear magnetic resonance (LF-NMR ).A rheometer was used to analyze the interactions among components within …

Approximating Data-Driven Combinatorial Search In The Feature Space: Pwfs, Mehmet Bugrahan Ayanoglu

USF Tampa Graduate Theses and Dissertations

This dissertation presents the development and application of a novel feature selection method, Probability Weighted Feature Selection (PWFS), designed to address key challenges in machine learning involving high-dimensional, noisy, or biased datasets. It is a comprehensive exploration of feature selection strategies to enhance the performance, interpretability, and practicality of machine learning models in both engineering systems and educational data mining. PWFS introduces a structured, probabilistic approach to feature selection that adaptively weights features based on their empirical contribution to model performance. This method not only accelerates convergence to near-optimal feature subsets but also enhances flexibility for ensemble learning by encouraging …

Prospects For Telemedicine Adoption: Prognostic Modeling As Exemplified By Rural Areas Of Usa, Jisun Kim, Hamad Alanazi, Tugrul Daim

Engineering and Technology Management Faculty Publications and Presentations

Experts predict that in the majority of countries state healthcare expenditures will continue to rise. Usage of telemedicine applications – the use of information and communications technologies (ICT) in order to provide clinical health care at a distance – will help optimize the costs of healthcare in the long-term. The main advantages of telemedicine include reducing the number of doctor’s errors, saving both patients and physicians time, and improving the efficiency of healthcare organizations. It also ensures timely and quality services for large segments of the population living in remote territories with difficult socio-economic conditions, particularly rural areas.The paper forecasts …

Gender Equality Training For Students In Higher Education: Scoping Review, Claire Condron, Mide Power, Midhun Mathew, Siobhan Lucey, Patrick Henn, Tanya Dean, Michelle Kirrane-Scott, Walter Eppich, Siobhan M. Lucey

Research Outputs: 2025-Present

No abstract provided.

Design Of Food Packaging Of Time-Honored Brands In Beijing Based On Regional Cultural Characteristics, Wang Dangrong, Pei Chaojun

Food and Machinery

This paper examines the cultural connotations,existing problems,and innovative design paths of food packaging design for time -honored brands in Beijing,and explores how traditional brands can continue and innovate within the modern context.The findings reveal that the packaging of Beijing's time -honored food brands uses traditional symbols and regional iconic elements as carriers,using brand stories to convey cultural memory.However,issues such as serious homogenization,lack of personalization,a monotonous consumer experience,and limited social attributes hinder their ability to meet the multi -dimensional needs of younger consumers,including emotional resonance,interactive engagement,and practical functionality.To address these issues,the study proposes a three -tiered design strategy based on emotional …

Efficient Simd Based Implementation Of Xoodyak, Soham Biswas

Master’s Dissertations

Modern computing devices—particularly in the domains of the Internet of Things (IoT), mobile computing, and embedded systems—often operate under severe resource constraints in terms of processing power, memory (RAM/ROM), bandwidth, and battery life. Devices such as IoT sensors, smart cards, medical implants, RFID tags, and wearable systems typically rely on low-power hardware, including 8-bit microcontrollers with only a few kilobytes of memory. Conventional cryptographic algorithms are frequently unsuitable for such environments, as they may consume excessive power, introduce unacceptable latency, or fail to execute altogether. Lightweight cryptography addresses these challenges by providing cryptographic primitives specifically designed to operate efficiently on …

Jewish Orthodox Women In Higher Education: A Case Study, Tamar Kimmel

Doctorate in Education

This qualitative case study explores the lived experiences of Orthodox Jewish women navigating higher education within the United States. Drawing on semi-structured interviews with 13 participants enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs, this study investigates the intersectional challenges these women faced as students, mothers, and members of a visibly religious minority. This research examines barriers related to gender expectations, religious observance, and antisemitism on college campuses. Participants reported a complex interplay of community support, institutional challenges, and personal resilience in their pursuit of academic success. The analysis reveals a pressing need for higher education institutions to implement culturally responsive policies, …

Comparison Of Leveling A Deep Curve Of Spee With Extractions Versus Non-Extraction: A Biomechanical Perspective, Mitchell James Muller

Master's Theses (2009 -)

Introduction: This study evaluated and compared orthodontic forces from different archwire designs and materials used to correct a deep curve of Spee. Methods: A three-dimensional orthodontic force tester (OFT) was used to measure forces and moments exerted by archwires on brackets from central incisors to first molars. Two setups were tested: one with a full dentition from central incisor to first molar, and another simulating bicuspid extractions with the first premolar removed. Dentoform models representing a deep curve of Spee were created using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) data. The setup employed 0.022 × 0.028-inch zero-prescription brackets secured with elastomeric ligatures. …

Impact Of Precursor Solvent Chemistry On Electrical Properties Of Indium Oxide Films For Thin-Film Transistors, Joshua Masri

Theses

Indium oxide In_2O_3 combines high carrier mobility with optical transparency, making it a promising candidate for next-generation thin-film electronics. However, its electrical performance is highly sensitive to fabrication parameters, particularly the chemistry of solution-based precursors, which can alter defect landscapes and carrier transport mechanisms. This work systematically examines how solvent choice influences the structural and electronic properties of solution-processed In_2O_3 thin films, isolating processing–property relationships that remain insufficiently understood. Films prepared from water and 2-methoxyethanol (2ME) precursors were characterized using temperature-dependent transmission line method (TLM) measurements from 30~K to 300~K. Water-processed films exhibited consistently lower sheet resistance, a reduced activation …

The Monodromy Leak For A Generalized Montgomery Ladder, Arani Raychaudhuri

Master’s Dissertations

The Diffie-Hellman key exchange protocol using elliptic curves is the most wide-spread approach to the establishment of a secure internet connection. As an important subroutine, Alice and Bob need to perform multiplications of elliptic curve points by large scalars. The textbook method for scalar multiplication is the double-and-add algorithm. For the sake of efficiency, one usually performs x-coordinate only arithmetic using projective coordinates, and doubling-and-adding is done using the Montgomery ladder. The advantage of using projective coordinates is that this avoids costly field inversions at each iteration. However, when Alice (say) uses the double-and-add algorithm for computing her public key …

Re: Approval Letter For The Response To Comment Letter And The Butte Priority Soils Operable Unit (Bpsou) Draft 2024 Butte Reclamation Evaluation System (Bres) Corrective Action Plans For Reclaimed Sites (Both Dated June 6, 2025), Molly Roby

Silver Bow Creek/Butte Area Superfund Site

No abstract provided.

Re: Comment Letter For The Butte Priority Soils Operable Unit (Bpsou) Draft Final Unreclaimed (Ur) Sites Ur-13 Site Evaluation Summary Report (Sesr) (November 1, 2024), Molly Roby

Silver Bow Creek/Butte Area Superfund Site

No abstract provided.

Detection Of Alcohol Content In Liquor Gathering Based On Improved Yolov 5s, Wang Shuang, Ji Yuanxia, Wu Honggang, Yang Runling, Lu Shaokun

Food and Machinery

［Objective］ To improve the quality and yield of liquor by achieving efficient and accurate detection of alcohol content during the liquor gathering process and to develop an detection model of alcohol content in liquor gathering based on improved YOLOv 5s.［Methods］ This study replaces the original feature extraction module of the YOLOv 5s model with the lightweight ShuffleNetV 2 module to reduce the model's depth,making it more compact.The convolutional block attention module (CBAM ) dual -channel attention mechanism is added to the feature extraction process to capture features from different dimensions.The SIOU loss function is used to replace the original model's …

Dynamic Food Sorting By Multiple Delta Robot Collaboration Based On The Improved Nsga-Iii, Guo Lingcen, Wang Haihui, Zhao Xiaofei, Wang Silu

Food and Machinery

［Objective］ To explore methods for improving the accuracy and efficiency of food dynamic sorting through multi -Delta robot collaboration.［Methods］ Based on a multi -Delta robot food automation production line,a collaborative dynamic sorting method integrating dynamic target tracking,multi -robot task classification,and robot trajectory planning is proposed.By accurately calculating the movement distance of the conveyor belt and combining it with real -time target coordinates acquired by cameras,accurate tracking of the dynamic positions of food items is achieved.A centralized control allocation strategy is adopted to assign tasks scientifically and rationally according to each robot's working status and task priority.Multi -objective comprehensive optimal trajectory …

Modeling Of Precise Positioning And Error Compensation Of Pneumatic Actuators In Food Sorting Machinery, Wang Jianzu

Food and Machinery

［Objective］ To investigate the accurate positioning and error compensation model of pneumatic actuators in food sorting machinery,and to improve positioning accuracy and dynamic response.［Methods］ The effects of cylinder diameter,position sensor resolution,and friction force on positioning accuracy were analyzed.A correction method based on the Stribeck friction model was proposed,and the ARIMA model was employed to predict and compensate for pressure fluctuations.The control strategy was optimized by integrating a fuzzy PID self -tuning algorithm with a dual closed -loop control architecture.［Results］］ Validated through a digital twin platform,the maximum tracking error under sudden load changes was reduced from 0.38 mm to 0.05 mm,and …

Preparation And Performance Of Visual Active Film By Purple Yam, Deng Fuyuan, Xie Wei, Li Xin, Wen Yanqing, Zhu Guiting

Food and Machinery

［Objective］ This study aimed to develop a visual active film using the inherent anthocyanins in purple yam as a natural indicator and its rich content of starch,polysaccharides,and proteins as the film -forming matrix,providing an intuitive and effective new approach for quality control of fish products.［Methods］ Purple yam was processed by raw,steamed,and boiled treatments,then freeze -dried to obtain three types of purple yam powders,which were used to prepare visual active films corresponding to each treatment method.The effects of different citric acid additions on film properties were investigated.Based on comprehensive analysis of film characteristics,the optimal active film was selected and applied for …

Effects Of Three Cryoprotectants On Freeze-Thaw Qualities Of Shrimp Paste, Chen Jiangping, Huang Jianlian, Zhong Qian, Chen Hui

Food and Machinery

［Objective］ To compare the effects of three cryoprotectants on the freezing resistance improvement of shrimp paste.［Methods］ Shrimp paste samples are prepared.After three consecutive freeze -thaw cycles,the following indicators are determined in the samples:gel strength,energy storage modulus,salt -soluble protein content,sulfhydryl group content,viscosity,and microstructure,to compare the quality change of shrimp paste added with trehalose,sorbitol,and cod scale collagen peptide after repeated frozen -thaw.［Results］］ The gel strength and sulfhydryl group content in the cod scale collagen peptide group are higher than those in the trehalose and sorbitol group,with smoother structures and more uniform pore sizes.Besides,the viscosity of the cod scale collagen peptide group is …

Re: Approval Of The Butte Priority Soils Operable Unit (Bpsou) Butte Reclamation Evaluation System (Bres) Revised Draft 2024 Field Evaluation Summary And Technical Recommendations Report (Dated June 4, 2025), Molly Roby

Silver Bow Creek/Butte Area Superfund Site

No abstract provided.

The Rise Of Foss In India: Empirical Evidence And Insights From Cross-Sectoral Case Studies, Arul George Scaria, Suryaprakash Mishra, Shubham Shinde, Rashi Singhal

Research Reports

The report analyses the adoption of FOSS in India, primarily through case studies across four sectors (healthcare, education, finance, and software and IT services) and different types of organisations (start-ups, non-profits, medium, large, and public sector organisations). The study highlights both the benefits and challenges experienced by organisations using FOSS. The study illustrates that while organisations benefit from increased innovations, cost/ time savings, flexibility, and enhanced security, they also face challenges such as lack of enough skilled personnel and limited community support. Organisations are also seen taking a cautious approach to licensing, favouring permissive licenses over restrictive ones. Based on …

Participation Of Battery Energy Storage Systems In Load Frequency Control Of Power Systems, Zakaria Afsharbakeshloo

LSU Doctoral Dissertations

In this research, functionalities and roles of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESSs) in power systems are extended beyond primary frequency control (PFC). The BESSs, while participating in PFC, are controlled through charge controllers to first maintain their state-of-charge (SOC) within an acceptable range through a primary charge controller, and to recharge the BESS to its maximum SOC through a secondary charge controller. This forms a hierarchical frequency and SOC control of power grids with BESSs. In this regard, multiple BESS case is considered as well, and by employing the SOC balancing principle, it is shown that desired power sharing among …

Ergonomic And Biomechanical Assessment Of Vertical Ladder Climbing For Exoskeleton Integration In Construction Tasks, Ehsan Shourangiz

LSU Master's Theses

Active exoskeletons are increasingly utilized in physically demanding industries such as construction and manufacturing to reduce strain and lower the risk of work-related musculoskeletal disorders, supporting worker safety and long-term health. However, most existing systems are designed for repetitive tasks like lifting or prolonged standing, with limited consideration for dynamic activities such as vertical ladder climbing. Ladder climbing is common and physically demanding in industrial environments, often required to access elevated areas like scaffolding, tanks, or rooftops. Since exoskeletons are intended to remain worn throughout multiple tasks, requiring workers to remove and re-don the device during ladder climbing would reduce …

Cilia In The Brain Display Region-Dependent Oscillations Of Length And Orientation, Roudabeh Vakil Monfared, Sherif Abdelkarim, Pieter Derdeyn, Kiki Chen, Hanting Wu, Kenneth Leong, Tiffany Chang, Justine Lee, Sara Versales, Surya M. Nauli, Kevin Beier, Pierre Baldi, Amal Alachkar

Pharmacy Faculty Articles and Research

In this study, we conducted high-throughput spatiotemporal analysis of primary cilia length and orientation across 22 mouse brain regions. We developed automated image analysis algorithms, which enabled us to examine over 10 million individual cilia, generating the largest spatiotemporal atlas of cilia. We found that cilia length and orientation display substantial variations across different brain regions and exhibit fluctuations over a 24-h period, with region-specific peaks during light-dark phases. Our analysis revealed unique orientation patterns of cilia, suggesting that cilia orientation within the brain is not random but follows specific patterns. Using BioCycle, we identified rhythmic fluctuations in cilia length …

Combination Hyaluronic Acid And Multipotent Stromal Cells Fails To Improve Rat Knee Oa Outcomes Compared To Cells Alone, Kennedy Michele Davis, Megan Hamilton, Donald Muathe, Aldyn Wildey, Stephen Harrington, Douglas Bittel, Michael Filla, Lisa Stehno-Bittel

Faculty and Staff Publications

Introduction: Multipotent Stromal Cells (MSCs) are utilized as therapeutic agents for addressing musculoskeletal conditions, including knee osteoarthritis (OA). However, major challenges in the clinical application include maintenance of the cells in the joint capsule. Hyaluronic acid (HA) is endogenous in synovial joints and commercially available as a joint lubricant. We tested the hypothesis that delivery of MSCs in HA into an OA rat knee model could improve outcomes.

Methods: Rat bone marrow MSCs were suspended in a commercially available HA paste, and cell viability measured with live/dead stains. Biomarkers for MSC chondrogenesis and osteogenesis were monitored with PCR. MSCs with …

Conformational Ligand-Directed Targeting Of Calcium-Dependent Receptors In Acute Trauma, Renata Pasqualini, Christopher Markosian, Daniela I Staquicini, Andrey S Dobroff, Esteban Dodero-Rojas, Paul C Whitford, E Magda Barbu, Julianna K Bronk, Marina Cardó-Vila, Dawn R Christianson, Emmanuel Dias-Neto, Wouter H P Driessen, Liliana Guzman-Rojas, Serena Marchiò, Diana N Nunes, Francislon S De Oliveira, Michael G Ozawa, Bettina Proneth, Roberto Rangel, Tracey L Smith, Glauco R Souza, Fernanda I Staquicini, Fenny H F Tang, Wallace B Baze, João C Setubal, John W Burns, Michael A Dubick, Juri G Gelovani, Andriy I Batchinsky, Jon E Mogford, Charles E Wade, John B Holcomb, Stephen K Burley, José N Onuchic, Wadih Arap

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

Background: Trauma is a leading cause of mortality, but injury-specific molecular targets remain largely unknown. We hypothesized that distinctive yet unrecognized tissue targets accessible to circulating ligands might emerge during trauma, thereby underscoring a trauma-related proteome.

Methods: We screened a peptide library to discover targets in a porcine model of major trauma: compound femur fracture with hemorrhagic shock. Bioinformatics yielded conserved motifs, and candidate receptors were affinity purified. In silico and in vitro approaches served to investigate possible associations between candidate receptors and calcium, a major component of skeletal muscle and bone. In vivo homing and molecular imaging (PET/MRI and …

Rapid High-Sensitivity Detection Of Antibodies To Trypanosoma Cruzi With A Recombinant Tc24 Antigen-Based Magneto-Immunoassay: A Pilot Study, Peter B Lillehoj

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

The diagnosis of chronic Chagas disease is challenging due to the wide genetic diversity of Trypanosoma cruzi, the causative agent of Chagas disease, and low levels of parasitemia, resulting in low sensitivity and accuracy with existing diagnostics. We report a magneto-immunoassay that employs dually labeled magnetic beads incorporating a recombinant Tc24 antigen, which is homologous across multiple discrete typing units of T cruzi. In this pilot study, 102 serum samples from 7 endemic countries were tested by this magneto-immunoassay, revealing its ability to distinguish Chagas-positive from Chagas-negative cases more accurately and faster than a standard Tc24-based immunoassay.

Integrating Recycled Acrylonitrile–Butadiene–Styrene Plastics From Electronic Waste With Carbon Black For Sustainable Asphalt Production, Sepehr Mohammadi, Dongzhao Jin, Zhanping You

Michigan Tech Publications

As the global demand for electronic equipment continues to grow, many devices are being replaced more frequently, resulting in a rapid rise in electronic waste (e-waste), now the fastest growing waste stream worldwide. Motivated by this, the objective of this study is to present an environmentally friendly method to recycle acrylonitrile–butadiene–styrene (ABS), one of the most common e-waste plastics, by using it for asphalt production. In contrast to earlier methods of plastic-modified asphalt production involving complex pretreatments or complimentary additives unsuitable for plant-scale use, this study aims to demonstrate a practical, low-cost solution through the use of carbon black. This …

Detecting Misuse Of Security Apis: A Systematic Review, Zahra Mousavi, Chadni Islam, Muhammad Ali Babar, Alsharif Abuadbba, Kristen Moore

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

Security Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) are crucial for ensuring software security. However, their misuse introduces vulnerabilities, potentially leading to severe data breaches and substantial financial loss. Complex API design, inadequate documentation, and insufficient security training often lead to unintentional misuse by developers. The software security community has devised and evaluated several approaches to detecting security API misuse to help developers and organizations. This study rigorously reviews the literature on detecting misuse of security APIs to gain a comprehensive understanding of this critical domain. Our goal is to identify and analyze security API misuses, the detection approaches developed, and the evaluation …

Parents’ Experience Of The Effects Of Racism On The Psychological And Physical Health Of Teenagers With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities, Akane Nakamura

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Many children and adults in the United States experience developmental disabilities and mental health challenges, leading to bias, marginalization, and economic hardship. Racism exacerbates these issues for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), increasing depression, isolation, and health disparities. The purpose of this study was to explore parents' perspectives on the impact of racism on the psychological and physical health of teenagers aged 13–18 years with moderate IDD in the Northwestern United States. Disability critical race theory provided a lens for examining how race and disability intersect to create barriers for these teenagers. The research method was qualitative. Phenomenology …

Machine Tool Interoperability In Smart Manufacturing And Industry 4.0, M. R. Mccormick, Mohammed Shafae, Thorsten Wuest

Faculty Publications

Real-time decision making is supported by data-hungry emerging technologies such as machine learning and digital twins. Innovations in manufacturing process control utilizing these technologies are constrained by interoperability. Marketing materials, sales pitches, and academic literature portray interoperability on the factory floor as seamless and robust. However, this study demonstrates that in spite of plentiful mature standards, interoperability on the factory floor is neither seamless nor robust. To exemplify interoperability in the context of an established and widely adopted standard, this study analyzes the interoperability of machine tools produced by a premier equipment builder which has exceeded US$1 billion in sales …

Rank-Based Secure Multi-Ai Agent Communication System For Misinformation Prevention, Sree Gowri Addepalli, Sushma Mahadevaswamy, Arica Schivonne Jackson, Barry Qi Yuan

Defensive Publications Series

This submission introduces a novel approach to prevent the generation of artificial intelligence (AI) misinformation by proposing rank-based multi-AI agent communication with novel dynamic parameter adaptive re-ranking technique based on various security behavioral metrics and data recency. This approach provides the ability to minimize the spread of outdated information or misinformation, ensuring more trustworthy outputs from AI systems.