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Caregiver Perspectives About Implementing Educational Goals For Children Of Incarcerated Parents In A Head Start Program, Alissa Jane Stark

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

The problem addressed in this study is that caregivers of children with incarcerated parents inconsistently implement the mandated educational goals developed through the Head Start program. Grounded in Bowen’s family systems theory, the purpose of this qualitative case study was to explore caregiver’s perspectives on implementing Head Start Educational goals for children of incarcerated parents and their views on the resources or training needed to support these goals. For this case study, 12 former caregivers from a Head Start program in a women’s correctional facility in Oregon were interviewed. Data were collected through semistructured interviews and analyzed thematically with the …

Strategies For Selecting Legacy It Systems For Cloud Adoption In An Sme, Rize A.Salih Salih

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) information technology (IT) managers are concerned about the struggle to select suitable legacy systems for cloud adoption, which can lead to costly delays and poor legacy system alignment. Grounded in the technology acceptance model, this qualitative pragmatic inquiry explored strategies SME IT managers used to select legacy systems for cloud adoption. The participants were five SME IT managers from SMEs in the Southeast United States. Data were collected using semistructured interviews and by reviewing public documents. Through thematic analysis, four themes were identified: (a) cloud Strategy and planning, (b) cost, efficiency, and performance, (c) security, …

An Innovative And Equitable Approach For Global Learning: Internationalization At Home, Unni Jenssen, Tracy Taylor, Sara Edwards, Jeanie M. Bochenek

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

In an era of increasing global connectivity and cultural diversity, fostering cultural competence among students is paramount. It is a prevailing notion that cultural competence is primarily achieved through international mobility. However, the reality is that most students are unable to travel abroad due to economic limitations, family obligations and work commitments. With these limitations of international mobility, innovative strategies to enhance cultural competence “at home” were developed by Lovisenberg Diaconal University College (LDUC) in Norway and Ohio State University College of Nursing in Ohio. Grounded in Campinha-Bacote’s model of cultural competence, these strategies include a) systematic integration of domestic …

Blending Virtual Learning And Travel Abroad As Teaching Strategies To Develop Global Perspectives, Tracy Taylor, Unni Jenssen, Jeanie M. Bochenek, Sara Edwards

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

In 2022, there were 2.8 million undergraduate students in the U.S. About 6% studied abroad, leaving 94% of students without exposure to global perspectives. To enable global learning for nursing students, Ohio State University College of Nursing in Ohio and Lovisenberg Diaconal University College in Norway developed a common course on urban health whereby two separate teaching strategies were used: travel abroad to Norway/U.S. and “at home” collaborative online international learning (COIL). The purpose of these strategies is to connect COIL students with travel abroad students in both countries to enhance global learning.

In spring of 2024 prior to starting …

Linking International Students In An Exchange To Create Global Learning, Sara Edwards, Jeanie M. Bochenek, Tracy Taylor, Unni Jenssen

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

As globalization around the world increases, creating meaningful international experiences for students is essential in higher education. Preparing nursing students with knowledge and skills to successfully interface and care for diverse populations equips them to provide culturally competent quality care.

The purpose of this exchange was for faculty from Ohio State University (OSU) College of Nursing in Ohio and Lovisenberg Diaconal University College in Norway to collaborate, develop, and provide students with culturally rich experiences that mirrored students internationalizing at home or traveling abroad. Students’ learning experiences focused on community health care settings, common health concerns and resources that support …

Developing Empathy For Homelessness Populations Through A Virtual Reality Teaching Strategy, Jeanie M. Bochenek, Sara Edwards, Unni Jenssen, Tracy Taylor

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Homelessness is a complex and growing public health concern encompassing 1.6 billion people globally. People living homeless face barriers in managing activities of daily living, existing chronic or acute health conditions, and are likely to experience more health problems and health inequities. Worldwide, nurses will encounter patients who are living homeless, therefore having an overall understanding of living homeless will help them care for their patients.

To give students a broader perspective, faculty from Ohio State University College of Nursing in Ohio and Lovisenberg Diaconal University College in Norway connected students to discuss a global health concern. The purpose of …

Integrating Genomics Into Nursing Education, Sarah Dewell, Trina Walker, Patricia Birch, Carol Cremin, Colleen Guimond, Leah P. Macfadyen

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Precision health aims to tailor care for each person by incorporating genomic data and other biological information with relevant environmental, behavioural, and social determinants of health. Nurses, the largest healthcare profession globally and experts in the provision of personalized, holistic care, have a vital role in safe, quality, evidence-based precision healthcare (Dewell et al., 2024). To fully participate, nurses require an understanding of genomics relevant to their practice (Campion et al., 2019). However, integration of genomics into nursing curricula is highly variable (Calzone et al., 2018). This is in part due to lower levels of genomic knowledge among nursing faculty …

A Global Overview Of The Integration Of Genomics Into Nursing, Sarah Dewell, Emma Tonkin, Kathleen A. Calzone, Andrew Dwyer, Laurie Badzek

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Across the globe, genomics is being applied into research and clinical practice initiatives to improve patient outcomes and decrease system costs (Stark et al., 2019). Genomics can enable earlier disease detection, guide treatment, inform prognosis, and advise preventative care (Claussnitzer et al., 2020). Nurses are the largest component of the health workforce and are instrumental in delivering genomics-informed care (Tonkin et al., 2020). However, most nurses have little to no training in genomics driven by a lack of global nursing competencies in genomics (Thomas et al., 2023). Despite this, many countries are taking action to prepare their nursing workforce for …

Psychometric Testing: College Assessment For Risk Evaluation Of Depression (Cared), Grace Gass, Julie Brandy, Theresa A. Kessler

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Purpose: In a nationwide study, 44% of college students screened positive for depression, with 23% screening positive for a provisional diagnosis of major depression (Eisenberg et al., 2023). The American College Health Association [ACHA] (2024) reported significant mental health symptoms among undergraduates, with 78.8% reporting moderate to high levels of stress and 24.2% reporting a previous diagnosis of depression. Concerningly, 28.1% had a positive screening for suicide risk on the Suicide Behavior Questionnaire-Revised (ACHA, 2024). These statistics highlight the severe mental health crisis in this vulnerable population, offering a key opportunity to reach at-risk individuals during this transitional period. There …

Relationship Between Personal Resilience And Organizational Resilience In Multidisciplinary Team, Nihal Khatib

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Background: This study examined the response of multidisciplinary medical teams in Israel's healthcare system during the Israel-Gaza War that began on October 7, 2023, focusing on the Haifa and Western Galilee district. The research analyzed the relationships between personal and organizational resilience and their impact on medical team functioning across diverse populations.

Objectives: The study aimed to investigate the relationship between employees' personal and organizational resilience and their effects on performance during crisis. It sought to identify factors influencing resilience and performance, and to develop an intervention program for adaptation and crisis management.

Methods: An anonymous questionnaire was administered, incorporating …

Building Bridges: A Sigma Collaborative For Health System-Based Nurse Scientists, Perry M. Gee, Esther Chipps

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The pivotal role of nurse scientists within health systems and the collaborative efforts to enhance their impact will be explored in this talk. The development of a national, Sigma sponsored, collaborative for health-system based nurse scientists will be introduced.

Successful Strategies For Disseminating Research And Evidence-Based Quality Improvement Projects, Susan Gennaro, Bernadette Mazurek Melnyk

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The 15-year gap between the discovery of new knowledge and the implementation of that knowledge in practice is too long and causes unnecessary patient harm. In this presentation, strategies to disseminate research through presentations, publications, social and public media, and health policy will be discussed. Strategies to develop in-depth dissemination plans will be highlighted, including ways to scale evidence to make a positive impact in real-world clinical practice settings.

Tips And Tricks For Publication Success, Susan Gennaro, Bernadette Mazurek Melnyk

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This presentation offers practical strategies for successful manuscript publication in healthcare journals. Topics include manuscript planning, writing pitfalls, peer review navigation, and ethical considerations. Emphasis is placed on aligning submissions with journal scope, responding to reviewer feedback, and leveraging media for broader dissemination. Designed to support clinicians and researchers in advancing scholarly impact.

Reflection And Appreciation: A Journey To Improving Care For Older Adults After Critical Illness, Cheryl Chia-Hui Chen

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

With 25 years of research, my work has focused on improving outcomes for critically ill older adults by addressing delirium, frailty, malnutrition, and functional decline. I’ve advocated for care bundles to prevent complications and support recovery. In this International Nurse Researcher Hall of Fame session, I’ll share my journey to advancing care for older adults after critical illness. This award is humbling and reflects the collective efforts of my colleagues, mentors, and students.

Building A Program Of Research To Improve Communication And Care For Older Adults, Kristine N. Williams

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Upon Induction to the Sigma International Nurse Researcher Hall of Fame, Dr. Williams presented the development of her program of research focused on improving communication and care for older adults.

Bibliotherapy For Enhancing The Mental Well-Being Of Informal Caregivers Of People With Dementia, Shanshan Wang

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This project is designed to investigate the potential of bibliotherapy as a self-help intervention for informal caregivers of individuals with dementia. A series of studies were carried out to examine its feasibility and efficacy in improving mental health and enhancing caregiving appraisal among informal caregivers of people with dementia, emphasizing its potential for broad implementation following successful clinical trials.

Researching Unheard And Silenced Voices, Vanessa Heaslip

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Around 32% of the global population are at risk of social exclusion (Cuesta et al., 2024). This has significant impact upon morbidity, mortality and quality of life (Aldridge et al., 2017). In research, these individuals are underserved (NIHR 2024), perceived to be ‘difficult’, ‘hard to reach’ or in need of protection, so their voices and experiences remain unheard. This keynote shall explore some of these challenges, share ideas and explore ways to promote inclusive research.

Adaptation And Resilience In Families Of Individuals With Down Syndrome, Marcia L. Van Riper

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

The purpose of this presentation is to highlight key findings from my program of research concerning families of individuals with Down syndrome. Early studies with these families predominantly focused on problems and deficits, while my work highlights the strengths and resilience these families often exhibit. My program of research has contributed to a more nuanced understanding of these families by emphasizing the dynamic processes that enable families to adapt successfully to adversity.

Building Nursing Leadership Science With Impact: A Personal Journey And Program Of Research, Maria R. Shirey

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

This presentation describes a program of research focusing on leadership science and health services outcomes covering a two decade journey to the Sigma International Nurse Researcher Hall of Fame. The presenter shares key transitions, learnings, outputs, dissemination, and policy impact associated with her work.

Health Consequences Of Climate Change In The 21st Century: The Role Of The Nursing Profession, Patrice K. Nicholas

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Health consequences of climate change are occurring due to increasing carbon dioxide levels, rising temperatures, extreme weather, and rising sea levels contributing to complex public health issues. Significant adverse health sequelae include asthma, cardiovascular disease, respiratory allergies, heat-related illness, vector-borne diseases, and mental health impacts. The nursing profession has a critical role addressing the health impacts of climate change in a climate-changing world.

Development Of Patient-And Family-Centered Care Education Program For Nurses In Intensive Care Unit, Youngshin Joo, Yeonsoo Jang, Hyunjoo Lee, Eunok Kwon, Eunhye Kim

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Background: Patient- and family-centered care (PFCC) emphasizes consumer-centered nursing by respecting patients’ and families’ needs, values, and preferences. Implementing PFCC in intensive care units (ICUs) remains challenging, highlighting the need to enhance nurses’ competencies. Therefore, this study aimed to develop and conduct the pilot study of an educational program to improve PFCC competencies for ICU nurses.

Methods: The topics of the program were developed based on the PCN theory, and the program contents were established through literature review and focus group interview. Contents validation was conducted two times by seven clinical experts, followed by development education program. The …

Comparing Viscosity Of Enteral Tube Feedings With Next Generation Equipment, Noah Thomas, Amy Y. Spurlock

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Purpose: This study evaluates the effectiveness of new-generation enteral feeding pumps and equipment on gastrointestinal symptoms and feeding efficacy in enteral nutrition patients. It explicitly compares new-generation pumps with traditional feeding methods. Findings will enhance understanding of their impact on patient outcomes, comfort, and feeding experiences.

Background & Significance: Blenderized tube feeding (BTF) has gained popularity among patients and caregivers due to benefits like reduced gastrointestinal symptoms and improved oral intake (Johnson et al., 2013, 2015, 2018; Spurlock et al., 2021; Walker et al., 2024). The viscosity of enteral nutrition affects feeding tolerance. Traditional pumps were designed for thin commercial …

Improving Sleep Quality: Adolescent Health, Beatrice Salvador, Kennedy Ventura

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Adolescent development depends heavily on sleep, which affects many aspects of a child’s life, such as academic achievement, emotional control, physical health, and cognitive function. Despite its significance, a lot of adolescents do not get enough sleep because of irregular sleep patterns, excessive screen time, and other factors that compromise their sleep hygiene. The transition from childhood to adolescence is a period often marked by changes in sleep patterns, making this age group particularly vulnerable to sleep-related issues. Understanding and enhancing adolescents’ sleep health is essential since sleep has a big influence on their everyday life. In order to better …

Unhealthy Weight Management Behavior And Social Media In Emerging Adults: A Systematic Review, Chaehyeon Kang, Hyeonkyeong Lee, Hyeyeon Lee, Gahui Hwang, Jisu Lee, Hyemi Sun, Zainab Auwalu Ibrahim

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Background: Social media plays a crucial role in shaping body image perceptions and health behaviors, particularly during emerging adulthood—a critical period when individuals establish lifelong health habits. Unhealthy weight management behaviors (UWMB) are gaining attention as they stem from a complex interplay of structural (e.g., social norms) and personal (e.g., body image) factors. Emerging adults are particularly vulnerable to social pressures and media influences, leading to a high prevalence of UWMB in this population. Given social media’s role in shaping body image norms and health behaviors, understanding its influence on UWMB is crucial. As a preliminary step toward investigating this …

Improvement Of Lithium-Metal Electrode All-Solid-State Batteries Performance By Shot Peening And Magnetron Sputtering, Atsuro Okumura, Manabu Kodama

15th International Conference on Shot Peening

To enable fast charging in lithium-metal anode all-solid-state batteries, suppressing lithium dendrite formation at the solid electrolyte (SE) interface is critical. Increasing fracture toughness via shot peening (SP) and improving interfacial contact with Au sputtering can inhibit dendrite growth. However, conventional sputtering may reduce toughness due to localized thermal damage. This study investigated magnetron sputtering as a low-damage, plasma-based Au deposition method. SEs with and without SP were fabricated and coated via normal and magnetron sputtering. Critical current density (CCD) and fracture toughness were evaluated. Without SP, CCD improvement was limited regardless of sputtering method due to poor bonding. With …

Stable Coronal X-Ray Emission Over 20 Yr Of Xz Tau, Steven M. Silverberg, Hans Moritz Günther, Pragati Pradhan, David A. Principe, P.C. Schneider, Scott J. Wolk

Publications

XZ Tau AB is a frequently observed binary young stellar object in the Taurus Molecular Cloud; XZ Tau B has been classified as an EXOr object. We present new Chandra/HETG-ACIS-S observations of XZ Tau AB, complemented with variability monitoring of the system with XMM-Newton, to constrain the variability of this system and identify high-resolution line diagnostics to better understand the underlying mechanisms that produce the X-rays. We observe two flares with XMM-Newton but find that outside of these flares the coronal X-ray spectrum of XZ Tau AB is consistent over 20 yr of observations. We compare the ensemble of XZ …

Investigation Of Topography Changes Of Blasted Surfaces: An Experimental Perspective Using Fiducial Markers, Stefanie Stoeckel, Sophie Groeger

15th International Conference on Shot Peening

Abrasive blasting is a process that intentionally modifies surface topography to meet specific functional requirements. The blast media is accelerated and interacts directly with the surface through impact. It is evident that the number of impacts and the overlap increase with time. This study aims to investigate these alterations to surface topography through repeated examinations of the same location. A methodology has been developed that employs the use of fiducial markers, which are protected during blasting by a custom 3D-printed cover. This method was used to observe changes in the topography of smooth and rough initial surfaces that had been …

Anisotropic Residual Stress Measurements In Additively Manufactured 316 Stainless Steel Parts, Rajeshree Varma, Donovan Stumpf, Paul R. Mort

15th International Conference on Shot Peening

Additive manufacturing (AM) using laser powder bed fusion (L-PBF) is increasingly used to produce complex parts for industries like aerospace and medical devices. The intrinsic characteristics of AM – layer-wise deposition and rapid thermal cycling – generate significant, anisotropic, residual stresses that can compromise part quality and performance. Recent studies highlight how these stresses are strongly influenced by process parameters and build orientation. X-ray diffraction (XRD) techniques, including sin²ψ and advanced two-dimensional approaches, have become the preferred methods for non-destructive, directionally resolved measurement of residual stress in AM metals. This review surveys advancements in XRD residual stress methods with a …

A Novel Scaffold-Based Model For Stage Ii Pressure Injury Simulation: Protocol Development And Future Directions In Tissue Engineering, Skyler B. Wrubleski

Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Symposium

This study developed a 3D tissue-engineered scaffold to mimic human sacral skin for modeling pressure injuries. The scaffold consisted of a composite hydrogel of sodium alginate, gelatin, and tannic acid, crosslinked with calcium chloride. Swelling tests showed moderate hydration capacity, while wound mimic formation using a custom 3D-printed apparatus produced consistent morphology and dimensions comparable to human dermal tissue. The scaffold maintained structural integrity under prolonged compressive forces, demonstrating viability for pressure injury studies. Future work will incorporate a bilayer model with keratinocytes and fibroblasts and introduce elastin to enhance elasticity and mechanical properties. This approach aims to improve in …

Artificial Intelligence, Age, And Dynamic Ticket Pricing: A Mixed-Methods Study In Professional Sports, Joshua Greer, Nicholas Zoroya

Global Sport Business Journal

Abstract

This study investigates how age moderates fan perceptions of artificial intelligence (AI) and dynamic ticket pricing (DTP) in professional sports. Using a mixed-method design, data was collected from a self-administered online survey (N = 57) and triangulated with secondary sources, including industry reports and academic literature. Survey participants were divided into four generational cohorts and responses were analyzed across three constructs: perceived fairness, accessibility, and willingness to pay. A one-way ANOVA revealed a statistically significant difference in willingness to pay across age groups, F(3, 53) = 3.41, p = .015, with the most pronounced disparity between the youngest and …