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Balancing Work And Life: Barriers And Facilitators For Working Caregivers Of Adults With Parkinson's Disease, Natalie Hellmers, Amy Witkoski Stimpfel, Jason Fletcher, Victoria Vaughan Dickson

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

The purpose of this study was to explore family caregiver perspectives on the barriers and facilitators to work-life balance while caring for adults with Parkinson’s Disease. A convergent mixed methods design was used. An adapted version of the Work-Life Conflict Model by Greenhaus and Beautell guided the study. Participants were recruited through Parkinson's Disease support groups. Formal, paid caregivers were excluded from the study. Forty family caregivers completed surveys such as the Work-Life Balance survey, Job Content Questionnaire, Zarit Burden Interview and other measures on stress, wellbeing, and quality of life. Following completion of surveys, the same forty caregivers participated …

Virtual Journal Club- A Strategy To Improve Evidence Translation And Peer Collaboration, Rachel E. Wood, Joy Huston

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

Nurses are a critical component of the healthcare delivery system, weaving together science, critical thinking, empathy, compassion, and empowerment to deliver relational, expert care (Wood et al., 2023). To translate current evidence into practices that transform healthcare, nurses need to have confidence in their ability to access, evaluate, and integrate evidence. To provide compassionate, relational care, nurses themselves need to be well. This project sought to address both goals: transforming healthcare delivery by improved nurse wellbeing through peer collaboration and enhanced confidence in evidence-based practice (EBP) skills.

EBP is the intentional use of current, relevant research combined with sound clinical …

"Wellness 2 U” Program To Promote Nurse Leaders' Loving- Kindness Toward Self And Others, Linda Y. Kim, Akal Khalsa, Jennifer Astasio

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

Problem/Background: A 2021 study by the American Organization for Nursing Leadership reported that sustainment of staff emotional health and well-being were top priorities for 75% of the nurse leader respondents.¹ Compassionate caring of others begins with loving-kindness toward self.² Nurse leaders must practice self-care and loving-kindness for themselves and role model it as a means of empowering and promoting wellness for their staff. Holistic and integrative strategies aimed at promoting nurse leader and staff well-being consequently promote a healing environment for authentic caring presence for patients.

Purpose/SMART Aims: This project aimed to promote nurse leader wellness …

Nurse Resident Job Satisfaction With A Formal Mentorship Program, Jessica Hoehne

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

Purpose: Job satisfaction is a predictor of nursing turnover and intent to stay. New nurses are especially vulnerable to turnover during their first year creating a significant barrier to building the nursing workforce. Research shows reasons contributing to the high attrition rates of new nurses include a lack of confidence, an inability to cope with work-related stress and a decreased sense of belonging. Several studies have shown that mentorship promotes personal and professional development, increases learning, and builds confidence. The goal of implementing a mentorship program is to create a culture of support for nurse residents resulting in increased job …

Baccalaureate Nursing Students Identify Positive And Negative Belongingness Behaviors In Clinical Practice: Lessons For Clinicians, Missy Ofe Fleck, Cathrin L. Carithers, Lynnette Leeseberg Stamler, Leeza A. Struwe

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

Creating inclusive clinical learning environments in which students thrive is a priority in nursing education and practice to foster belongingness (Metzger & Taggert, 2020), address person-centered care needs (Marjadi et al., 2023), and prepare a diverse nursing workforce (Charania & Patel, 2022). Relationships nurtured among health care team members and nursing students provide the fundamental social context for acceptance and efficacious learning (Levett-Jones et al., 2007). Levett-Jones and Lathlean (2008) identified belongingness as a “deeply personal and contextually mediated experience that evolves in response to the degree to which an individual feels (a) secure, accepted, included, valued, and respected by …

March 2026 Faculty Senate Packet, University Of Nebraska At Kearney Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Packets

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Robots, Ledgers, And Revpar: A Blockchain-Enabled Ai–Robotics Conceptual Model For Sustainable Hotel Revenue And Asset Management, Leonard A. Jackson

Faculty Articles

Introduction: Robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) are rapidly reshaping hospitality by automating frontline and back-of-house processes, augmenting service encounters, and expanding the analytical scope of revenue management. Yet, existing research remains fragmented: service-robot studies largely emphasize adoption and human–robot interaction, while revenue-management research prioritizes pricing and distribution, sustainability research focuses on environmental practices, and hotel real-estate scholarship foregrounds governance and asset value. Meanwhile, blockchain technologies—through distributed ledgers, smart contracts, digital identity, and tokenization—offer a complementary trust and value-transfer layer that can address coordination and verification problems across hotel ecosystems (e.g., data sharing, sustainability claims, and owner–operator contracting).

Methods: Drawing on …

Single Ventricle Physiology May Not Preclude Cardiac Repair In The Setting Of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Kylie I Holden, Michael C Scott, Ashley H Ebanks, Amir M Khan, D Michael Mcmullan, Anthony Johnson, Charles S Cox, Matthew T Harting, Damien J Lapar

The Brown Foundation: Institute of Molecular Medicine

Objective: Management for congenital heart disease (CHD) with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH), particularly in single ventricle physiology, is challenging, with limited studies showing poor outcomes. This investigation evaluated outcomes for these complex patients.

Methods: This retrospective cohort study (2007-2022) from the CDH Study Group analyzed mortality in patients with CDH and single ventricle physiology, using standard statistical methods and Cox regression for estimation.

Results: A total of 9,261 CDH patients were identified, including 1,886 with CDH + CHD and 131 with single ventricle physiology. The median gestational age was 38 weeks and birthweight was 2.8 kg. Of 131 patients, 34 …

A New Strain-Crystallizable Rubber Via Neodymocene-Catalyzed Regio-, Stereo-, And Sequence-Selective Copolymerization Of Isoprene And Ethylene, Li Jia, Lei Zhu, Zhenxing Chen, Jingqing Lyu

University Research

An ansa-neodymocene catalyst previously reported in the literature has been identified to catalyze the title copolymerization to afford poly(1,4-trans-isoprene–ethylene) with 95% selectivity for the major microstructure. Such structural regularity is minimally required for the rubbery product, dubbed isoprene–ethylene rubber (IER), to exhibit prominent strain-induced crystallization (SIC) at 0 °C. The mechanical properties of IER rival those of natural rubber when SIC occurs. The unit cell of the strain-induced crystals is monoclinic with a = 2.21 nm, b = 0.72 nm, c = 1.30 nm, and β = 110.8°. Each unit cell is estimated to contain 12 chains in the ac …

Ten Years Real-World Experience With Sacubitril/Valsartan In Patients With Heart Failure With Reduced Ejection Fraction, Gianluigi Savarese, Christian Basile, Alexandre Mebazaa, Antoni Bayes-Genis, Seok Min Kang, Byung-Su Yoo, Carlos Eid, Biykem Bozkurt, Javed Butler

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

Introduction: Sacubitril/valsartan (Sac/Val) represents a cornerstone of heart failure (HF) with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) management. This systematic review provides a comprehensive overview of real-world evidence (RWE) regarding the implementation, clinical effectiveness, and safety of Sac/Val in patients with HFrEF.

Methods: A systematic literature search of PubMed was conducted through March 2024 following PRISMA guidelines.

Results: The review included 45 manuscripts from 30 different studies, primarily from Europe (44%) and the US (30%). RWE confirmed that Sac/Val was associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular mortality (10%-16%), HF hospitalization (10%-38%), and all-cause mortality (10%-25%). Sac/Val was significantly associated with cardiac …

Inductive Transducers For Measuring Vibrations, S.F. Amirov, A.Kh. Sulliev, A.A. Shoimkulov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

A new design of an induction transducer has been developed for measuring linear and torsional vibrations in different directions with high sensitivity by constructing an inertial element consisting of four mutually perpendicular sectors and making the masses of two adjacent sectors different from the masses of the other two adjacent sectors. By constructing an inertial element in the form of a sector with two mutually diametric magnetic cores and different masses, and placing it between the horizontal and vertical axes, a design of an induction transducer has been developed that highly sensitively measures linear and torsional vibrations in different directions, …

Prevalence And Characteristics Of Workplace Violence Towards Healthcare Workers In Primary Healthcare Settings In Muscat, Oman, Manar Al Sanaa Ali Al Zeedi, Bishara Hamed Al Maamari, Khadija Saleh Alghammari, Aisha Rashid Al Mufarrji, Nahid Saif Al Hasni, Rahma Yaqoob Al Shuhaimi

Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal

Objectives: Workplace violence (WPV) is a growing occupational health concern, with healthcare workers (HCWs) particularly at risk. While high rates of WPV towards HCWs have been reported in emergency and psychiatry settings in Oman, little is known about its prevalence in primary care. This study aimed to assess the prevalence and characteristics of WPV towards HCWs in primary care settings in Muscat, Oman. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted between November and December 2024 in Muscat's primary health centres using the validated Workplace Violence in the Health Sector Country Questionnaire. Descriptive statistics and inferential analyses (Chi-square and logistic regression) were …

Proteomic Profiling Of Pulmonary Function And Cardiovascular Disease Risk In The Atherosclerosis Risk In Communities Study, Yura Lee, Astrid M Manuel, Ngoc Quynh H Nguyen, Christine Ladd-Acosta, Alanna C Morrison, Kari E North, Eric Boerwinkle, Amil M Shah, Zhongming Zhao, Stephanie J London, Bing Yu

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

Background: Pulmonary function is linked to cardiovascular disease risk; however, the underlying mechanisms remain unclear. We aimed to identify protein biomarkers associated with pulmonary function and examine their impact on incident chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, coronary heart disease, heart failure, and all-cause mortality.

Methods: Data from White and Black Americans in the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities study (visit 2: N=11 354, mean age=57 years; visit 5: N=3517, mean age=75 years), a prospective cohort, were analyzed. Linear regression assessed associations between protein levels and pulmonary function measures, including forced expiratory volume in 1 second and forced vital capacity. The impact of …

Influence Of Body Composition On The Efficacy Of Nivolumab Plus Ipilimumab For Metastatic Clear Cell Renal Cell Carcinoma, Kabir Grewal, Maria Julia Moura Nascimento Santos, Pankaj Kumar Chauhan, Kai Yu, Nizar M Tannir, Sagar S Mukhida, Neha Venkatesh, Amishi Y Shah, Amado J Zurita, Andrew C Johns, Matthew T Campbell, Sangeeta Goswami, Jianjun Gao, Eric Jonasch, Jennifer L Mcquade, Omar Alhalabi, Pavlos Msaouel, Andrew W Hahn

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

Background: Immune checkpoint inhibitor therapy (ICI) with nivolumab+ipilimumab is a first-line (1L) standard for metastatic clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC), yet outcomes remain heterogeneous. Increasing evidence suggests that host factors influence the tumor microenvironment and response to ICI. Although higher body mass index (BMI) has been associated with improved outcomes in several malignancies, BMI is an imprecise surrogate for underlying adipose and muscle compartments. We evaluated the association between body composition and outcomes with 1L nivolumab+ipilimumab in metastatic ccRCC.

Methods: We retrospectively analyzed patients with mccRCC treated with 1L nivolumab+ipilimumab at MD Anderson Cancer Center between June 2015 and …

Youmatter: A Nursing Workforce Study, Stacy L. Pryor

USF Tampa Graduate Theses and Dissertations

The sustainability and health of the nursing profession are immediate and pressing concerns. Despite decades of research, nurses continue to struggle with high levels of stress and burnout, raising concerns about patient safety and error risk. One in 10 patients is estimated to experience an adverse patient event, with half being preventable, underscoring the need to understand the factors that affect stress among nurses and the subsequent risk of adverse patient events. This dissertation has the following aims: 1) to evaluate whether cognitive failure risk that could lead to an adverse patient event was associated with subjective measures of stress, …

Physical And Chemical Study Of Interaction In The Urea–Valine System For The Creation Of Modified Liquid Nitrogen Fertilizers, Suvonkul Erkhanovich Nurmonov, Saydullo Khamidovich Azimov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

This study reports the results of a comprehensive physicochemical investigation of the urea–L-valine binary system, conducted to validate its potential as a modified base for liquid nitrogen fertilizers.

By utilizing the methods of isomolar series, visual-polythermal analysis, X-ray phase (XRD) and single-crystal X-ray diffraction (SC-XRD), synchronous thermal analysis (TGA/DTA), and FT-IR spectroscopy, it was determined that the interaction between components in both aqueous solutions and the solid phase results in the formation of molecular associates stabilized by hydrogen bonds, without the formation of new stoichiometric compounds.

The concentration and temperature limits of the system's stability were defined, revealing a reduction …

Analysis Of The Carbonization Process Of Ammoniated Brine In Ammonia-Soda Production, Nadirbek Rustambekovich Yusupbekov, Djalolitdin Paxritdinovich Mukhitdinov, Fotima Faxritdinovna Iskhakova

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

The work provides an analytical review of the current state of modeling and controlling the carbonization process of ammoniated brine. It analyzes modern methods of mathematical, simulation, and intelligent modeling of heat and mass transfer, hydrodynamics, carbonation kinetics, and crystallization. The paper considers the potential of using digital twins, neural network models, fuzzy logic devices, and hybrid models to improve forecasting accuracy and the adaptability of process solutions. Modern carbonation process control strategies are also considered. A detailed analysis is provided of predictive control (MPC), neuro-fuzzy controllers, decentralized and multivariate control systems that ensure stable column operation under disturbances, optimize …

Analytical Method For Investigating Nonlinear Magnetic Circuits Of Measuring Transducers With A Standard Parameter Distribution Structure, Javhar Sulton O'G'Li Fayzullayev

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

The article proposes a new analytical method for investigating magnetic circuits with distributed parameters and nonlinear magnetic coupling. The method is based on introducing into the system of nonlinear differential equations of such circuits the condition that the second derivative of the magnetic flux with respect to the circuit length is equal to zero, as well as on assuming that one of the geometric parameters of the studied magnetic circuit – the value of the air gap between ferromagnetic cores, their thickness, width, or the linear value of the number of turns of the distributed excitation winding – is a …

Research Of Logic Elements Based On Complementary Bipolar Transistors, Nodira Batirdjanovna Alimova, Nilufar Baxtiyorovna Gulyamova

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

Important parameters for any type of inverter – a NOT logic gate – are the power consumption during switching and the supply voltage. The proposed connection of complementary (two different types) bipolar transistors reduces the current consumption and supply voltage by simultaneously using the cutoff and saturation modes of the bipolar transistors. It has been theoretically and experimentally established that an inverter using complementary bipolar transistors operates at low supply voltages, approximately 0.7 V. Power consumption is virtually independent of the inverter's static state. A method for calculating the transfer characteristic of an inverter using complementary bipolar transistors is developed, …

The Main Errors Of The Ultrasonic Sensor In Measuring Water Flow In Open Channels, Anvar Urolovich Djalilov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

This article analyzes the use of ultrasonic sensors in measuring water flow and the main errors that may occur in this process. In the conducted scientific research, a time-pulse ultrasonic sensor was tested. The absolute, relative and repeatability errors of the sensor during water flow measurement were studied. The absolute error represents the largest difference between the value recorded by the sensor and the real value, affecting the overall accuracy of the measurement system. This error can vary depending on environmental factors, the design and operating principles of the sensor. During the experiment, the performance of this sensor was …

Synthesis Of An Adaptive Synergistic Fuzzy Discrete Controller For Nonlinear Systems, Isamidin Xakimovich Sidikov, Gulruxsor Murot Qizi Nashvandova, Feruzakhon Botirxon Qizi Sodiqova

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

The paper considers the issues of synthesizing an adaptive fuzzy synergetic controller with discrete time for nonstationary nonlinear dynamic objects. The proposed approach is based on the integrated use of synergetic control principles and fuzzy logic methods, which ensure the formation of a control law for nonlinear dynamic objects that provides asymptotic stability of the control system. Such a hybrid combination makes it possible to guarantee the asymptotic stability of the closed-loop system and to shape the required dynamic behavior of the object over a wide range of operating modes. In addition, this approach provides the ability to adapt to …

Adaptive-Robust Control Of Dynamic Systems Using Generalized Predictive Methods, Shuxrat Tulyaganov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

This paper considers an approach to adaptive-robust control of dynamic systems using generalized anticipation, where the object is described by a locally linearized model. Known self-tuning algorithms show insufficient stability to inaccurate selection of delay or model order. A generalized predictive control approach is suggested, with simulation outcomes showing superiority over traditional methods like generalized minimum variance control and pole assignment.This sliding horizon algorithm is based on predicting future system output signals several steps ahead, based on assumptions about subsequent control actions. One effective assumption is the presence of a “control horizon,” beyond which control signal increments are assumed to …

Pid Control For Lower Limb Exoskeletons: A Framework Evaluation, Javlonbek Rakhmatillaev, Vytautas Bučinskas

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

This research provides a detailed guideline for implementing and evaluating Proportional Integral Derivative (PID) control frameworks in lower limb rehabilitation exoskeleton robotics. It examines the role of control systems within rehabilitation robotics, outlines the principles of PID control, describes exoskeleton architecture, explores applications of PID control, reviews optimization strategies, presents experimental validations, and considers future developments in the field. The proposed control framework incorporates aspects of mechanical design, actuator and sensor selection, and PID-based control algorithms, thereby promoting safe, accurate, and individualized rehabilitation support. Recommendations and effective guidance for future work are also presented.

Review Of Modern Methods For Identification, Forecasting, And Intelligent Control Of Wastewater Biological Treatment Processes, Mirkhalil Agzamovich Ismailov, Boburbek Zokirjon O'G'Li Mannobjonov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

This article presents a comprehensive review of contemporary approaches to the automation and intelligent control of wastewater biological treatment processes. Particular emphasis is placed on the digitalisation of wastewater treatment plants, ranging from the implementation of automated process control systems (APCS/SCADA-based solutions) to the application of predictive algorithms and the development of digital twins of bioreactors.

Special attention is devoted to mathematical models that underpin the control of bioprocesses. The evolution of the most widely used activated sludge models—ASM1, ASM2d, and ASM3—is examined, as these models describe key processes such as microbial community growth, nitrification, denitrification, and phosphorus removal. It …

Mostly Haunted: A Socio-Spatial Analysis Of Ghost Tourism In England And Wales, Tom Clark, Joseph O. Baker, Christoper D. Bader

Sociology Faculty Articles and Research

There is now a well-established literature on ghost tourism. However, much of this work examines aspects associated with the demand side of the industry, or the motivations and experiences of consumers. There are currently no studies that have sought to explore the supply of ghost tourism and the spatial, social, and economic relationships that exist between these places. Using Lower Tier Local Authorities (LTLAs) in England and Wales as the units of analysis, this study draws on a bespoke range of local government and Census data to examine the prevalence of ghost tourism and explore how these sites are differentiated …

Self-Attention U-Net (Sau-Net): An Attention-Driven U-Net Framework For Precise Brain Tumor Segmentation Using Multimodal Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Md. Alamin Talukder, Mehnaz Tabassum, Majdi Khalid

Staff Scholarship - Australia & Dubai

Objectives: The primary goal is to address the challenges in brain tumor segmentation (BraTS), such as limited accuracy and high computational costs, by developing a more precise and efficient segmentation technique. The study aims to improve the diagnosis and treatment planning of brain tumors by enabling clinicians to accurately localize and assess tumor regions from multimodal magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans. Methods: We proposed self-attention U-Net (SAU-Net), a novel model that integrated self-attention mechanisms with the U-Net convolutional architecture. This design allowed the model to preserve spatial context while selectively concentrating on pertinent features, thereby enhancing tumor (ET) boundary delineation …

Arbitrability Of Government Contracts Disputes Between State Sovereignty And Investors’ Guarantees: A Comparative Study, Arem Sayed Aboelazm, Fady Tawakol, Mohammad Rababa

All Works

This paper examines the balance between state sovereignty and the subordination of states to non-national jurisdictions. It explores jurisprudential and legal perspectives on arbitration in state contracts and highlights its implications for the legal framework governing such contracts (Alanzi, 2021a; Abbas, 2020). The analysis focuses on Egypt and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), assessing the legitimacy of arbitration in state contracts within both jurisdictions. A descriptive-analytical method is applied to investigate the debates among public law scholars regarding the admissibility of arbitration in disputes involving state contracts, as well as the arguments underpinning their positions. In parallel, a comparative analytical …

Review On Data Privacy And Security For Iot-Based Multifunctional Layers Of Cyber-Physical Systems In Smart Grids, Mohammad Kamrul Hasan, Md Mehedi Hasan, Nabeel Al-Qirim, Siti Norul Huda Sheikh Abdullah, Shayla Islam, Md Abdur Razzaque

All Works

Smart grid cyber-physical systems (SG-CPS) are intelligent platforms that incorporate IoT-enabled multifunctional layers including the physical, perception, communication, cyber, and application layers. It includes supervisory control and data acquisition, wide-area measurement systems, and advanced metering infrastructure for remote data aggregation, monitoring, and control operations. From an environmental perspective, these green technologies support two-way operations, which generate and transmit data over wired and wireless communication systems. However, this critical infrastructure faces data privacy and cybersecurity challenges. Hence, extensive research is required to address data privacy and security gaps to strengthen national grid cybersecurity and reduce economic losses. Therefore, this review highlights …

Striving To Become A Dean Of Faculty Affairs And Development, Beatriz Tapia, Guadalupe Federico-Martinez

School of Medicine Publications

Academic medicine allows you to grow in your field of expertise and interest. Yet, the guidance you receive will provide you with the path toward successful professorial promotion. As a dean of faculty affairs and development, there is no greater pleasure than serving as a guide for faculty across their life cycle from recruitment to retirement and everything in between. In this chapter, you will find information regarding the dean of faculty affairs and development role. Depending on the maturity of your institution, you will need to define who is intended for you to serve and where the greatest needs …

Divergent Patterns Of Probabilistic Reasoning In Humans And Gpt-5, Pegah Imannezhad, Emmanuel M. Pothos, Andy J. Wills

School of Psychology

Large Language Models (LLMs) such as GPT‑5 are increasingly consulted for advice across a wide range of domains, yet little is known about how their probability judgments compare to those of humans. This study examined GPT‑5’s adherence to classical probability rules, focusing on conjunction fallacies, disjunction fallacies, and violations of binary complementarity. Using a large dataset on human probabilistic judgments, in which participants displayed multiple types of fallacies, we tested GPT‑5 on the same task and with matched participant profiles. GPT‑5 produced only single conjunction or disjunction fallacies and showed near‑perfect compliance with binary complementarity constraints. Its overall response pattern …