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2025-2026 Common Data, Morehead State University. Institutional Research & Analysis.

Office of Institutional Research & Analysis Publication Archive

2025-2026 issue of the Common Data.

Where Transformation Happens : Identifying Formational Qualities Of Spiritual Friendship Groups For Gen Z University Students, Gregory K. Haseloff

ATS Dissertations

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Digital Infrastructure Development Through Digital Infrastructuring Work: An Institutional Work Perspective, Adrian Yeow, Wee-Kiat Lim, Samer Faraj

CCX Research

Being able to understand and characterize the digital infrastructure development (DID) process has become even more pressing today due to the rapid advent and implementation of new digital infrastructure (DI) in organizations as well as since the COVID-19 crisis. While information systems (IS) research has begun to recognize the institutional nature of such digital infrastructures, there remains a gap in our understanding of how such developments unfold from an institutional perspective. Through our field study of a digital infrastructure development project involving the implementation of an enterprise-wide electronic medical record system at a large US medical facility, we show how …

Weight Loss Education And Telehealth Reviews For Obese Patients: A Quality Improvement Project, Selena Menjivar-Delgado

DNP Projects

Significance and Background: Obesity is a multifactorial disease resulting in multiple health complications. Telehealth is a strategic method incorporating obesity management into primary care (PC). External evidence supports the use of telehealth for obesity management, as it can increase access to care and promote weight loss. The identified benefits of telehealth include convenience, efficiency, communication, privacy, comfort, increased patient satisfaction, and minimized cost. Primary care providers (PCPs) need designated time with patients to discuss obesity and weight loss in addition to the typical patient encounter.

Purpose: Increase PC patient knowledge of obesity and possible health complications. Utilize telehealth to educate …

Improving Hemoglobin A1c Levels In A Fqhc: A Quality Improvement Project, Laura E. Mason

DNP Projects

Significance and Background

Incarcerated individuals have a higher incidence of type 2 diabetes (T2D) than the general population and face unique challenges in managing their condition. These include limited access to nutritious food, disruptions in the healthcare continuity, and socioeconomic barriers such as unstable housing and unemployment. Upon release these challenges can compromise glycemic control.

The Transitions Clinic Model supports formerly incarcerated individuals in managing chronic conditions, including T2D during their reintegration. Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) have been shown to improve glycemic control and self-efficacy, leading to reductions in Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) levels. This project aimed to implement a CGM …

Potential Of Using Trembling Aspen To Make Structural Engineered Wood Products, Dawei Wang

Aspen Bibliography

Trembling aspen (Populus tremuloides) is abundant in Canada but is widely considered an underutilized species. This study was aimed at evaluating the potential of using aspen lumber to produce cross-laminated timber (CLT), glued-laminated timber (glulam), and wood I-joists. The key mechanical properties of these engineered wood products, which were fabricated using a modified grading criterion, were examined. It was found that 1) The mean effective bending stiffness and characteristic bending moment resistance of 5-layer CLT specimens in the major-strength direction were 5,069x10⁹ N·mm²/m and 97.65x10⁶ N·mm/m; 2) The mean apparent MOE and characteristic modulus …

Dominance Of Leading Business Schools In Top Journals: Insights For Increasing Institutional Representation, Rodrigo Romero-Silva, Erika Marsillac, Sander De Leeuw

Information Technology & Decision Sciences Faculty Publications

The competitive push for business schools to publish in prestigious journals has resulted in a disproportionate number of papers in prestigious Management and Operations Research/Management Science (OR/MS) journals coming from a select group of institutions. Our analysis shows the Matthew effect of prestigious journals favors established schools with 51.2% of papers in 18 Management ABS 4* journals and 61.3% of papers in 3 OR/MS ABS 4* journals involving authors from the 100 top business schools identified by the University of Texas at Dallas (UTD). Citation patterns are similarly concentrated among papers authored by scholars from UTD-listed business schools, with nearly …

Why Ai Monitoring Faces Resistance And What Healthcare Organizations Can Do About It: An Emotion-Based Perspective, Karl Werder, Lan Cao, Eun Hee Park, Balasubramaniam Ramesh

Information Technology & Decision Sciences Faculty Publications

Continuous monitoring of patients' health facilitated by artificial intelligence (AI) has enhanced the quality of health care, that is, the ability to access effective care. However, AI monitoring often encounters resistance to adoption by decision makers. Healthcare organizations frequently assume that the resistance stems from patients' rational evaluation of the technology's costs and benefits. Recent research challenges this assumption and suggests that the resistance to AI monitoring is influenced by the emotional experiences of patients and their surrogate decision makers. We develop a framework from an emotional perspective, provide important implications for healthcare organizations, and offer recommendations to help reduce …

Manufacturing Processes Of A Flow Focusing Continuous Casting Pressure Vessel, Samuel Estroff-Liberti, Anthony Chan

Research Days Posters 2025

This project focuses on the manufacturing process of a pressure vessel apparatus to perform Flow Focused Continuous Casting for the manufacturing of metal microparticles encapsulated in silicate glasses for use in High-temperature Latent Heat Thermal Energy Storage systems. Micro-encapsulation seeks to solve the durability issues that hinder the usage of phase change materials for concentrated solar power. This manufacturing process includes working with alternative manufacturing methods for materials such as Silicate Glasses, G10 Fiberglass, High-temperature Machinable Alumina Ceramic, and a Magnetic Composite Flux Concentrator plate.

Leaves Of Grass: Public Opinion And The Continuous Suppression Of Minorities, Hailey Miglino

Research Days Posters 2025

In November 1881, James R. Osgood and Company published the seventh edition of Leaves of Grass. Shortly after, the New England Society for the Suppression of Vice condemned the book for its references to sexuality and homosexuality, resulting in its removal from a Boston library. This episode exemplifies a long history of censorship, a practice rooted in ancient civilizations and perpetuated by governments and religious authorities throughout history. A book's material aspects enrich its value; this project explores how physical evidence, like the absence of annotations, provides insights into the broader history of suppression surrounding Leaves of Grass. The condition …

Association Between Illicit Adderall Use, Gambling And Substance Use, Zachary Costanza, Rusudan Kvirikashvili, James Keough, Lina Begdache

Research Days Posters 2025

Illicit Adderall use, gambling and substance use are common and growing concerns among college students that have been found to be a precursor for a wide range of mental and physical health problems. An anonymous online survey was administered through a Google Form questionnaire and shared through multiple social media platforms and Binghamton University outreach events. The survey included a basic demographic questionnaire and questions on illicit Adderall use, substance use, gambling, stress, nutrition and coping mechanisms. A Pearson Correlation Coefficient was used to analyze the data in SPSS version 25.0. A positive correlation was found between illicit Adderall use …

Synthesis Of Spirobenzopyrans Crowned Ether (Sp-Ce) And Data Collection Of Its Lithium Ion Uptake, Linda Lee, Kevin Yusko, Jeremiah Mulu

Research Days Posters 2025

Lithium is a naturally occurring alkali metal present in the human body. Spirobenzopyrans Crowned Ether (SP-CE) is a sensor that can measure lithium ion fluorescence in living cells. As some sodium dependent membrane transporters are also able to accept lithium, SP-CE could be a potential route in testing their activity in cell-based studies. This research poster outlines experiments evaluating SP-CE’s effectiveness in detecting a range of LiCl concentrations.

Substance Use And Lifestyle Choices Among College Students, Emma Kraan, Ashley Reed, Rocco Spinelli, Abigail Uhrin, Isabella Martillo

Research Days Posters 2025

Substance use, a predominant issue across college campuses, significantly impacts various lifestyle choices and behaviors, such as sleep, nutrition, exercise, and personality traits. This study aims to identify correlations between these lifestyle choices and substance use habits. An anonymous online survey was administered through Google services and sent via email, GroupMe, and Messenger. This survey included basic demographic questions and questions on ADHD Medication and Substance use, Nutrition and Lifestyle choices, and Personality type. Data was analyzed using Pearson’s Correlation Analysis in SPSS version 28.0. The findings show a negative correlation between the use of substances and viewing oneself as …

Expanding The Bibliographic Palette: Diversifying The Binghamton University Libraries Fine Arts Collection, Ari Hoffman

Research Days Posters 2025

The classical music canon, often emphasizing Western Art Music, remains the primary focus of academic music curricula. As a result, academic library collections may omit materials presenting diverse global musical traditions and cultures. In light of the emphasis on inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility in 21st century academic libraries, it is crucial to decolonize fine arts collections to allow exposure to underrepresented composers and marginalized musical communities. This research project explores strategies for diversifying the Fine Arts Collection at Bartle Library, aiming to reflect a broader range of cultural, historical, and artistic perspectives. Providing access to materials relating to African …

Optical Tomography Of Laser-Fabricated Waveguides, Shalmalee Deshpande, Nicole Batista, Devi Sapkota, Jack Agnes, Cameron Lapadula, Yuxuan Zhang, Bonggu Shim

Research Days Posters 2025

This study employs optical tomography to investigate the 3-D index profiles of femtosecond laser-fabricated waveguides. By immersing the waveguides in an index-matching fluid, this research reconstructs their internal structure and analyzes their 3-D index profiles using interferometer-based optical tomography. To establish a benchmark, this method is first applied to a commercial fiber optic cable, providing a reference for evaluating the laser-written waveguides. In particular, the machine-learning technique is utilized for limited-angle tomography to visualize the 3-D index profiles inside glass. This method has the potential of 3-D visualization of waveguides and structures for system-on-chip applications, where precise control in fabrication …

Applying Social Determinants Of Health To Identify Depressive Symptoms Among Older Asian American Dementia Caregivers, Daniel Lin, Abby Shapiro, Mina Lee, Kun Wang

Research Days Posters 2025

Older dementia caregivers are at higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias (AD/ADRD). Older Chinese and Korean immigrants facing cultural and language barriers, along with limited social networks, may face even greater risks. Despite these vulnerabilities, little research has explored the perceived threat of AD/ADRD among this underserved population. An ongoing pilot study initiated in August 2024 administered questionnaires to eligible participants self-identifying as: Chinese or Korean Americans, aged 50 or older, and caregiving for a family member with AD/ADRD. The initial data collected from 42 participants (average age: 71 years; 52% female) reported that 70% of them …

Overshadowed, But Not Devalued: Harpur College, A Hidden Gem Of Political Activism, Arly Massene, Giada Rosario, Tolulope Diyaolu

Research Days Posters 2025

The 1960s and 70s were a time of socio-political turmoil with the Civil Rights Movement and the Vietnam War, sparking demonstrations across the nation. Accounts of these movements generally highlight demonstrations in the South or at a handful of high-profile universities in the Northeast and West. This podcast analyzes the political engagement of students at Harpur College (now Binghamton University) during the 1960s and 1970s, introducing the political voices of students at smaller universities to national conversations. Objectives of this podcast include research on the difference in advocacy for both causes, as Harpur students supported the Civil Rights Movement both …

Affirming Trans Rights: Oppression And Resiliency In Lgbtq Digital Activism, Samantha Boragine

Research Days Posters 2025

Social media can build community and empower individuals to speak freely, but does it continue to do so when those in power disagree with the message? The current U.S. administration, led by President Trump, aimed executive orders at transgender people (ex. only recognizing two sexes fixed at birth, defunding programs promoting “gender ideology”, defunding gender-affirming care) in order to delegitimize and demonize their existence. Following this trend, corporately owned social media platforms such as Facebook changed their content moderation policies. Despite this, LGBTQ activists continue to promote and affirm their right to existence, often utilizing open source platforms such as …

Is Death A Right Or A Risk?: Examining Ableist Biases In Maid Debate, Ava Polakoff

Research Days Posters 2025

Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) has gained recent attention as more policies are implemented allowing individuals to end their lives. For disabled individuals, this legislation raises concerns about ableist biases’ influence on decision-making. Some scholars view MAiD as a compassionate response to suffering, while critics argue it devalues disabled individuals’ lives and oversimplifies complex ethical dilemmas, perpetuating harmful attitudes. Although ableist biases in the MAiD debate have been examined, a gap remains in understanding how these biases impact perspectives of disabilities that influence legislation and medical decisions. By analyzing personal narratives such as "First Person: Living with Disabilities in the …

Incarcerated Youths In Canada And The United States: A Comparative Analysis, Grace Mastrangelo

Research Days Posters 2025

Are children who commit adult crimes deserving of adult punishments? According to the United Nations, not if it harms their well-being. The U.N.’s primary treaty on children’s rights states that the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), all state actions, and government institutions involving children must prioritize children’s well-being, safety, health, and protection. Only one U.N. member state, out of 196, has not ratified the CRC: the United States. This is reflected in the U.S.’s juvenile justice system, which has been criticized since the 1980s for harsh sentencing and the incarceration of children in adult facilities. In contrast, …

The Effects Of Diversity Within Diet On Productivity, Marissa Pagnutti, Kyle Magro, Elizabeth Ward, Ela Shriqui, Yasmine Fendoune, Sophia Karmazin

Research Days Posters 2025

This study focused on diversity within diet and its impact on productivity. Food variety ensures that the proper balance of nutrients is achieved. Different nutrients have various impacts on the body, influencing motivation and energy levels, the extent of which is currently unknown. A total of 304 participants completed an anonymous online survey administered through Google Forms. The survey inquired about demographics and the connection between diet, mental distress, and neurobehaviors. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 28.0. Consuming green leafy vegetables was negatively correlated with both feeling depressed (p< .01) and that everything is an effort (p< .01), which can lead to decreased productivity. Intake of fish was positively associated with setting and completing goals (p< .01). Results indicate that a diverse diet is positively associated with improved mental well-being, highlighting the role of dietary habits in enhancing daily performance and reducing stress.

Hong Kong And Xinjiang: Oppression Adapted, Christopher Gardner

Research Days Posters 2025

China's repression of human rights has been quite notable in recent years, with examples such as the widely publicized Hong Kong protests and the crackdown on Uyghur Muslims in Xinjiang. The repression of democratic freedoms is similar in many ways, but also has key differences, which demonstrate China's ability of adaptation to resistance. In Hong Kong, there was a greater legal approach to repression of democratic rights via the application of the National Security Law (NSL), which annulled the previous standing legal distinction of "one country two systems." Xinjiang, on the other hand, has had a much more brutal approach …

Effect Of Diet Quality On Emotional Intelligence And Pathological Eating Habits In Minority And White Populations, Maha Naeem, Vaishnavi Saravanakumar

Research Days Posters 2025

This study examines how diet, exercise, emotional intelligence (EI), and disordered eating patterns interact across racial groups. An anonymous online survey of adults aged 18 and older assessed EI traits, eating behaviors, and demographics. Pearson’s Correlation Analysis analyzed associations between diet, exercise, and EI, with an emphasis on racial differences. Among minority participants, exercise and nutrient-dense diets were positively correlated with EI traits such as motivation and stress management (p < 0.01). White participants showed similar correlations but displayed stronger associations between exercise and restrictive eating behaviors (p < 0.01). Additionally, fast food and caffeine intake were linked to disordered eating and body image concerns among White individuals (p < 0.01), while fast food consumption alone was associated with body dissatisfaction in minorities (p < 0.05). These findings suggest that diet and exercise affect emotional well-being and disordered eating in racially distinct ways, highlighting the need for culturally informed interventions.

Synthesis Of Ag-Sn Phases Predicted With Machine Learning, Jeff Lam, Olesya Gorbunova, Md Ariful Islam, Ganesh Tiwari, Tibendra Adhikari

Research Days Posters 2025

Machine learning has the potential to accelerate materials discovery for targeted applications. In electronics packaging, continued miniaturization demands new solutions, with Sn-rich alloys emerging as promising lead-free interconnects. The Ag-Sn binary was recently explored with a combination of machine learning, evolutionary optimization, and ab initio modeling, revealing previously unknown Sn-rich intermetallics stable at elevated temperatures. In this project, these predictions have been tested experimentally using flux growth synthesis, where Sn, due to its low melting point, acts as flux for dissolving raw materials at high temperatures before crystallizing target phases through controlled cooling. To ensure safe processing conditions, Python-based software …

Development Of Method For Quantitative Assessment Of Digital Pathology In Woodchuck Hcc Model Using Image Segmentation And Image Processing, Joshua Cheuk, Nicole Varble, Ming Li, Andrew S. Mikhail, William F. Pritchard, Laetitia Saccenti, Bradford J. Wood

Research Days Posters 2025

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a leading cause of cancer, diagnosed via imaging (e.g., CT) and histopathology. While CT is minimally invasive, it lacks cellular accuracy, whereas histopathology requires biopsies. This study aims to bridge this gap by standardizing tumor analysis in H&E slides using machine learning. Histopathology samples from woodchucks with HCC were sectioned, stained, digitized, and processed into 256×256 pixel tiles. Tiles were categorized, normalized, and split into hematoxylin (H) and eosin (E) images to enhance cell structure differentiation. The StarDist segmentation model analyzed nuclei, comparing automated and manual counts. Substantially covered tiles (SCT) were the most accurate, with …

Watching The Watchers: Redefining Privacy And Human Rights In Correctional Surveillance, Ianna Choi

Research Days Posters 2025

Incarcerated individuals exist in a space where security and privacy constantly clash. This study examines how surveillance technologies—biometric monitoring, video surveillance, and electronic tracking— in correctional settings impact the privacy rights of those incarcerated. Through a review of peer-reviewed literature, and insights from informal conversations with incarcerated individuals at Broome County Jail, this research examines the ethical, legal, and social implications of surveillance in carceral facilities, focusing on how constant monitoring impacts privacy, relationships, and mental well-being. Expanding beyond jails, the study considers surveillance in state and federal prisons, evaluating its implications under the United Nations International Covenant on Civil …

The Link Between Diet Quality, Emotional Intelligence, And Pathological Eating Behaviors: Insights Across Young And Mature Adults, Sarah Al-Aubaidy, Marissa Pagnutti, Lina Begdache

Research Days Posters 2025

This study explores links between emotional intelligence (EI), diet quality, and pathological eating behaviors (PEB), across age groups. A total of 1,209 young adults (18-29) and 172 mature adults (30+), completed an anonymous survey comprising demographics, Trait EI, Eating, and Food-Mood Questionnaires. Data was analyzed using Principal Component Analysis and Pearson’s Correlation Coefficient. Results showed both age groups had negative correlations between a desire for an empty stomach, breakfast intake (p< 0.01), and high-glycemic food intake (p< 0.01). The desire to have an empty stomach was negatively associated with fruits (p< 0.01) for mature adults, yet had no significant correlation with young adults. However, emotional control and self-belief negatively correlated with difficulty concentrating due to food and shape/weight concerns (p< 0.01) for both groups. Both groups also demonstrated greater PEB with poor diet quality and emotional distress, highlighting EI as a significant factor.

The additional file for this poster includes an accessible word document.

Friendship Vs. Colonialism: Investigating How E.M. Forster Uses Empathy In A Passage To India, William Predmore

Research Days Posters 2025

Upon its publication in 1924, E.M. Forster’s A Passage to India was recognized for its insightful and sympathetic portrayal of Anglo-Indian relations. More recently, the novel’s reception has been shaped by postcolonial readings, highlighting its engagement with colonialism, racial tensions, and cultural disparities. The friendship the novel centers around– and ultimately its failure, induced by a rape accusation– serves as a polarizing event for critical interpretations. Is the failure of sympathy in the novel significant in any anticolonial sense, as Zakia Pathak’s criticism argues? Or does it exist as an apolitical distraction as Nirad Chaudhuri implies? Investigating these critiques, this …

An Ecological Analysis Of Radical Black Thought From The Black Panther Party, Joshua Fishkin

Research Days Posters 2025

Recent scholarship has attempted to expand common notions of ecology to include human beings and their struggles to survive within their environments. Within that trend, scholars have begun centering radical Black ecology, a discipline that seeks to understand how radical Black thinkers have conceived of their spaces and attempted to influence their surroundings. While much progress has been made in developing that understanding, there is still a large gap in the literature surrounding the ecological implications of radical Black political thought. Using the political writings of Black revolutionaries from the Black Panther Party –including Huey P. Newton, Angela Davis, and …

Experiences Of Grief And Resilience In College, Katy Perry

Research Days Posters 2025

The aim of this project was to explore the experiences of bereaved college students not connected to counseling services, including: 1) Describing the age-salient behaviors, cognitions, and emotions that bereaved college students who are not utilizing counseling services associate with resilience and non-resilience. 2) Identifying barriers to or reasons for a lack of engagement with formalized campus counseling services. 3) Exploring the experience of bereavement in the undergraduate student population.