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Assessment Of Efficiencies Of Different Additives To Improve Cbr Value For The Highway Industry, Ahmed H. El-Bosraty Eng., Ahmed M. Ebid Dr., M. Bahr Prof.

Future Engineering Journal

The structural design of flexible or rigid paving layers depends on the strength of the foundation soil, which is expressed by the California Bearing Ratio (CBR). Soil strengthening and improvement techniques vary according to the type of soil, whether it is granular or cohesive. This study is concerned with evaluating the efficiency of three techniques used to improve the properties of granular soil, the first by using natural fibers, the second by using synthetic fibers, and the third by mixing with powders. The study methodology relies on reviewing, studying, classifying and comparing the previously published work in this context to …

Utilizing Deep Learning In Smart Glass System To Assist The Blind And Visually Impaired, Asmaa A. Hekal, Mohamed S. Sharaf, Ahmed A. Sayed, Ibrahim R. Abdelrahman, Ahmed A. Salem, Ahmed M. Elhussieny, Saeed Y. Kouta, Eman S. Abass

Future Engineering Journal

This paper presents a groundbreaking assistive technology designed to empower visually impaired individuals in their daily lives. With an estimated global population of 2.2 billion facing visual impairments, addressing the challenges they encounter is of paramount importance. The research introduces a comprehensive electronic device integrating advanced computer vision and deep learning techniques. The system incorporates real-time object detection, robust facial recognition, and precise currency denomination identification. Powered by a Raspberry Pi 4 Model B+ and an ESP32-CAM Development Board, the device offers users unparalleled environmental awareness. Utilizing YOLOv4-tiny for object detection and a hybrid face recognition model combining HaarCascades, Histogram …

Impacts Of Syrian Refugees On Public City Markets, Sofia A. Dawoud Msc Of Engineering In Urbal Planning, Sarah Eid Eid Huneidak Msc

Future Engineering Journal

By intrinsically uniting people from diverse social, cultural, and economic backgrounds, marketplaces can play an integrative role and support inclusive city life. This paper aims to investigate the impact of Syrian refugees on the livability of Alrehab market within the context of a “market city”. The study used a mixed-method approach in which qualitative methods were used. An analytical study was conducted Using PPS's seven Market cities focusing on Variety and Place-Making principles. Followed by A mapping tool to map out the various activities relating to shop activities. The Empirical study's data collection method is non-participant structured observation and structured …

Developing A Covid-19 Health Risk Behaviour Assessment Web Application And Online Health Education To Promote A Healthy University, Wanicha Pungchompoo, Kannikar Intawong, Waraporn Boonchieng, Sirirat Pungchompoo, Warawan Udomkhwamsuk, Sirinard Deechairam

Journal of Health Research

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has affected many aspects of life for people around the world. The goal of this survey research study was to develop online health education and a database of COVID-19 health risk behaviours exhibited by Chiang Mai University (CMU) students and staff to promote the development of CMU as a healthy university.

Methods: This study employed a descriptive survey research design to assess the COVID-19 health risk behaviour in the CMU population (n=1,266) using an online health education and web-based application. The data were analysed using Chi-square test for both the student and staff …

Luminescent Coupling In Perovskite Tandem Solar Cells: The Advantages Of Perovskite And Luminescent Coupling In Photovoltaics, Briana Dokken

Senior Seminars and Capstones

Multijunction or tandem solar cells are made of multiple semiconductor light absorbing layers. Having multiple absorber layers in a solar cell allows it to absorb a larger range of the solar spectrum. When electrons recombine (relax to a lower energy state) in the top layer of a tandem solar cell, they can emit luminescent photons that are absorbed by the bottom layer of the cell. This process is called luminescent coupling, and it can be used to enhance the performance of photovoltaic cells. Another strategy to increase solar cell performance is to use perovskite as the absorber layer material. Currently, …

Developing Coexpression Systems To Introduce Hydroxyproline Into Protein Engineered Collagen Peptides Utilizing Hydroxylase From Acanthamoeba Polyphaga Mimivirus, Jennifer Soldatich

Theses and Dissertations

A major challenge of developing collagen mimetic peptides (CMPs) by bacterial expression is to include hydroxyproline for biomedical applications. Coexpression of Prolyl-4-hydroxylase from A.mimivirus with CMPs was investigated. Additionally, four expression designs were created for potential applications in mammalian cells to utilize their natural ability of proline-hydroxylation by post-translational modification.

Ani175.3 Cinematography Animatics And Previsualisation Example 2, Sae University College

Exemplars

Student exemplar for ANI175.3

Emergent Medication Labels In The Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Christine Hajovsky

EBP Fellowship

No abstract provided.

“Home Is The Mouth Of A Shark”: Trauma And The Needs Of Students From Refugee Backgrounds From The Perspective Of Boundary Spanning Refugee Resettlement Workers, Shyla González-Doğan, Gonca Soyer, Siddika Asik Bayhan, Mualla Yazici, Meryem Akçay, Jordan Harb, Awad Mekkawi Ramadan, Adnan Turan

Montclair State University Scholarship & Creative Works

This research project examines the experiences of four individuals working in refugee resettlement and their perspectives on the educational needs of refugee students, given their role as boundary spanners. They also discuss the need for teachers to encourage students to use the Funds of Knowledge in the classroom. Participants discuss their varied experience as professionals in refugee resettlement, with two being refugees and one being an immigrant. This paper (1) explores the stress associated with relocation, (2) delves into the mental health issues faced by individuals from refugee backgrounds, emphasizing trauma, (3) analyzes how inefficiencies and lack of support within …

Optimizing Tigertriever Adjustable Stentriever Technique: Operators’ Experience, Abdul Rahman Al-Schameri, Krzysztof Bartosz Kądziołka, Allan Brook, Michael Diepers, Jeffrey Farkas, Johanna Fifi, Sebastian Fischer, Chirag Gandhi, Reid Gooch, Ramesh Grandhi, Guglielmo Pero, Guy Raphaeli, Sudipta Roychowdhury, Shahram Majidi, Christian Paul Stracke, Nader Sourour, Omar Tanweer, Satoshi Tateshima, Phil Taussky, Martin Wiesmann, Albert Yoo, Daniel W Zumofen, Justin Singer

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

The Tigertriever is a novel, radially adjustable stentriever that addresses limitations in traditional mechanical thrombectomy devices by providing enhanced user control over clot integration. This provides the ability to adapt to patient-specific factors such as varying vessel sizes and clot compositions and may be particularly crucial for ensuring efficacy and safety in distal locations. This consensus paper synthesizes the clinical techniques from a consortium of experienced international operators. It outlines the current data on the Tigertriever, discusses the new operator-controlled capabilities, and provides a recommended approach for both proximal and distal mechanical thrombectomy, emphasizing the "FLEX" approach (Fast Controlled Expansion …

Potential Nec2/Nek1 Inhibitor And Inh1 Analog N-[4-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)-2-Thiazolyl]-4-Pyridinecarboxamide Via Hantzsch Thiazol Condensation, Robert E. Lee Sr, Isabella G. Mcdonald, Paige E. Heiple, Lukas D. Shelton

Journal of the South Carolina Academy of Science

The potential active pharmaceutical ingredient (API), N-[4-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)-2-thiazolyl]-4-pyridinecarboxamide (6) is a cancer cell metabolism mitosis inhibitor via the Nek2 and Hec1 enzymes. The three-step synthesis starts with the bromination of 1-(2,4-dimethylphenyl)ethan-1-one (1) using CuBr₂ to produce 2-bromo-1-(2,4-dimethylphenyl)ethan-1-one (2) with a yield of 90%.[i]^,[ii],[iii] Followed by Hantzsch thiazol ring synthesis as (2) reacts with thiourea (3) and, resulting in 4-(2,4-dimethylphenyl)thiazol-2-amine (4)[iv] in 80% yield. Finally, isonicotinoyl chloride hydrochloride (5) and (4) reacted to form the amide (6).[v]^{,[vi],[vii],[viii],[ix],[x]} Characterization of the final product was determined …

Mv-Qual: A Tool For Understanding Decisions To Purchase Virtual Products In The Metaverse, Fabienne Cadet, John T. Gironda, Bay O'Leary, Maria Petrescu

Publications

This paper develops the MV-QUAL (Metaverse Quality) scale and explores the various factors that may impact consumers’ perceptions of quality and value when purchasing virtual products in a Metaverse world. Utilizing Flow Theory and SERVQUAL as theoretical lenses to conduct our research, a framework was developed and tested, demonstrating how various factors are interconnected and impact consumers’ shopping experiences in the Metaverse. Data was collected from a national sample of 322 Metaverse users in the United States and analyzed using partial least squares structural equation modeling in SmartPLS, complemented by a neural network causal analysis in Neusrel. The results demonstrated …

Strategies To Mitigate Electrostatic Charging During Coffee Grinding, Joshua Méndez Harper, Robin E. Bumbaugh, Christopher H. Hendon

Electrical and Computer Engineering Faculty Publications and Presentations

Summary: Coffee grinding generates electrostatically charged particles, causing clumping, spark discharge, and beyond. When brewing, the particle aggregates affect liquid-solid surface accessibility, leading to variable extraction quality. Here, we study four charge mitigation strategies. De-electrification is readily achieved by adding small amounts of water to whole beans or by bombarding the grounds with ions produced from a high-voltage ionizer. While these techniques helped reduce visible mess, only water inclusion was found to impact coffee extracts prepared as espresso. Wetting whole beans with less than 0.05 mL/g resulted in a marked shift in particle size distribution, by preventing clump formation and …

Methods For Efficient Computation Of Neutron Multiplicity Distributions And Snm Sample Characterization, Jawad Ribhi Moussa

Nuclear Engineering ETDs

This dissertation advances neutron multiplicity counting (NMC) by developing a hierarchy of computational methods that combine deterministic and stochastic techniques with modern machine learning for improved special nuclear material (SNM) characterization. A system state-updating Monte Carlo method is introduced in addition to a dynamic point kinetic model based on a backward Master equation (BME) formulation. These models, along with newly developed distribution reconstruction methods, enable more efficient computation of neutron count distributions in a fixed detector time-gate. NMC limitations associated with finite-size and neutron phase effects are also addressed by extending the BME model to account for time-gated neutron count …

Scintruler: Guiding The Integration Of Multiple Single-Cell Rna-Seq Datasets With A Novel Statistical Metric, Yue Lyu, Steven H Lin, Hao Wu, Ziyi Li

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

Motivation: The growing number of single-cell RNA-seq (scRNA-seq) studies highlights the potential benefits of integrating multiple datasets, such as augmenting sample sizes and enhancing analytical robustness. Inherent diversity and batch discrepancies within samples or across studies continue to pose significant challenges for computational analyses. Questions persist in practice, lacking definitive answers: Should we use a specific integration method or opt for simply merging the datasets during joint analysis? Among all the existing data integration methods, which one is more suitable in specific scenarios?

Result: To fill the gap, we introduce SCIntRuler, a novel statistical metric for guiding the integration of …

Structural And Geomorphological Constraints On The Activity Of The Sparta Fault (Greece), Çal Çağatay, Sarah Boulton, Zoe Mildon

School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences

The ancient city of Sparti (Greece) suffered extensive damage from an estimated M_w 7.2 earthquake in 464 BCE, resulting in c. 20 000 fatalities, but questions remain about the short-(c. 10⁴ years) and long-term (10⁵–10⁶ years) activity of this important structure. This paper presents new structural data and fluvial geomorphological analysis from the Sparta Fault and, in particular, considers the less well-known northern fault segment. A new topographic profile on the well-developed post-glacial fault scarp from the northern strand indicates a 7.53 m offset over the last c. 15 ka, suggesting a throw-rate of c. …

The Future Of Robotic-Teacher Relationship In Classrooms: Cooperation Or Competition?, Miaad Saleh Hassan Abdullah Mobarak

Theses

As the realms of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics undergo exponential growth and the issue of teacher shortage remains a concern, the potential for remarkable advancements in education with the assistance of robots becomes increasingly important. This review is conducted to understand the forthcoming role of robotics in education and its impact on teachers’ role in the classroom. Currently, it is widely known that AI is evolving in a rapid way, creating a huge presence in our life, building a perception among people that it will take over the role of human in various settings in the future. Various articles …

Integration Of Blockchain And Machine Learning For Robust Intrusion Detection In Iot Network, Saeed Al Banna

Theses

This thesis explores the integration of blockchain technology and machine learning techniques to enhance cybersecurity in IoT networks. An intrusion detection system (IDS) framework is proposed, leveraging the decentralized, immutable, and transparent features of blockchain with the predictive capabilities of machine learning. The study utilizes the CICIoT2023 dataset, which has 33 diverse attack types on 105 devices, to evaluate five machine learning models: Random Forest, MLP, CNN, and RNN and a Hybrid RF/MLP Model. The Random Forest and MLP models demonstrated superior performance across multi-class, grouped, and binary classification tasks. Blockchain technology is integrated to securely log detected anomalies, to …

Utilizing Centers For Teaching And Learning To Support Dual Enrollment Educators, Teresa Focarile, Christine Denecker

CTL Teaching Gallery

Across the country, many states are expanding their support for and implementation of Dual Enrollment programs, seeing them as opportunities to encourage students to go on to college–particularly those who historically might have had less opportunity and/or encouragement. As these programs expand, so does the need for professional development for the educators who teach this widening and increasingly diverse student population. As documented in several studies, educator professional development is critical to the quality and equity of Dual Enrollment courses; however, research has shown that training for these educators is not always timely, consistent, or robust. To address this challenge, …

Developing A Device For Confidential And Unbiased Sound Identification: Research For Noise Reduction In Healthcare Settings, Seonhun Lee Ms, Gina Georgadarellis Ms, Brenda Nyarko Rn

Holistic & Nursing Scholarship Symposium - 2024

No abstract provided.

Collaboration Between Nurses & Engineers: Design Of A Defibrillator Handle, Gina Georgadarellis Ms, Seohun Lee Ms, Ken Suzuki

Holistic & Nursing Scholarship Symposium - 2024

No abstract provided.

Designing And Testing A Chest Tube Holder To Support Early & Progressive Patient Mobility, Brodi Willard Rn, Michele Caggion Rn, Cidalia Vital Rn

Holistic & Nursing Scholarship Symposium - 2024

No abstract provided.

A Century In Stockton: Celebrating University Of The Pacific’S Central Valley Campus, Ken Albala, Lisa Cooperman, Lydia Fox, Paul Ustach, William Swagerty, Phillip Merlo, Martin Camps, Mark Brunell, Mike Wurtz

University of the Pacific Books

A Century in Stockton is a place-based history book of Pacific’s Stockton campus written by Pacific faculty experts. A Century in Stockton focuses on the place, with faculty experts writing about the geography, native history, trees, wildlife, architecture and more.

Fuse Annual Report 2024, Franklin University Library

FUSE Annual Report

Learn about FUSE's performance during the August, 2023 - July, 2024 Academic Year in the Franklin University Library's annual report.

The Role Of Kenneth Kaunda’S Humanism In Fostering Higher Education For Social Responsibility In Post-Colonial Zambia (1964-1991), Edward Mboyonga

Zambia Social Science Journal

Kenneth Kaunda, Zambia’s first president from 1964 to 1991, advanced a Pan-African social-political ideology of humanism as a moral code to guide all human activities in the nation’s political, economic, and social spheres. Within education, humanism envisaged producing socially responsible and public good-oriented graduates equipped with humane values and capable of driving the national development agenda. This paper critically examines the nexus between Kaunda’s humanism and education by focussing on its role in fostering higher education for social responsibility in post-colonial Zambia. In addressing this, it focusses on the University of Zambia as a case study by drawing on secondary …

Keynoter, September/October 2024, Boise State University Association Of Office Professionals

Boise State University Association of Office Professionals - Keynoter

President's Message

Bosses Breakfast

New Board Members

NAEOP

Enrichment Program

Book Recommendations

Readership

PSP Certification

Membership

General AOP Info

Calendar

Three Applications Of Geometric Reasoning: Why Metastasis Is Mostly Caused By Elongated Cancer Cells? How Body Shape Affects Curiosity? Why Ring Fractures In Ice?, Julio C. Urenda, Olga Kosheleva, Vladik Kreinovich

Departmental Technical Reports (CS)

In this paper, we describe three applications of geometric reasoning to important practical problems ranging from micro- to macro-level. Specifically, we use geometric reasoning to explain why metastasis is mostly caused by elongated cancer cell, why curiosity in fish is strongly correlated with body shape, and why ring-shaped fractures appear in Antarctica.

Evaluating Fine Tuned Deep Learning Models For Real-Time Earthquake Damage Assessment With Drone-Based Images, Furkan Kizilay, Mina R. Narman, Hwapyeong Song, Husnu S. Narman, Cumhur Cosgun, Ammar Alzarrad

Computer Sciences and Electrical Engineering Faculty Research

Earthquakes pose a significant threat to life and property worldwide. Rapid and accurate assessment of earthquake damage is crucial for effective disaster response efforts. This study investigates the feasibility of employing deep learning models for damage detection using drone imagery. We explore the adaptation of models like VGG16 for object detection through transfer learning and compare their performance to established object detection architectures like YOLOv8 (You Only Look Once) and Detectron2. Our evaluation, based on various metrics including mAP, mAP50, and recall, demonstrates the superior performance of YOLOv8 in detecting damaged buildings within drone imagery, particularly for cases with moderate …

The Compounding Effects Of Assessment: How Our Failure To Coordinate Formative Assessments May Impact Their Validity, Lindsey P. Gustafson

Journal of Legal Education

No abstract provided.

Learning Outcomes That Law Schools Have Adopted: Seizing The Opportunity To Help Students, Legal Employers, Clients, And Law Schools, Neil Hamilton, Jerome Organ

Journal of Legal Education

No abstract provided.