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How Rural Identity, Self-Reliance, And Stoicism Relate To Attitudes Toward Mental Health Help-Seeking Among Iowans, Taylor Brown

INSPIRE Student Research and Engagement Conference

PROBLEM

• Rural areas represent 20% of the U.S. population (United States Census Bureau, 2022)
• Similar rates of mental illness among rural and urban people (Morales et al., 2020)
• Higher suicide rates among rural people (Brunk, 2010)
• Lower psychological help-seeking rates among rural individuals (Caldwell et al., 2004; Kirby et al., 2019)
• Rural residents tend to wait longer and until symptoms become severe to seek help (Stewart et al., 2015)

Aerobic Exercise Improves Cognitive Functioning In Older Adults, Emily Swanson, Stephanie Rasco, Holden Sevening, Ava Schupbach, Terence Moriarty

INSPIRE Student Research and Engagement Conference

Cognitive Impairment

What is it?

• An early stage of memory loss or other cognitive ability loss (such as language or visual/spatial perception) in individuals who maintain the ability to independently perform most activities of daily living.

Risk Factors

• Age
• Physical Inactivity
• Early stages of Alzheimers
• Cerebrovascular Problems

Tsc Hub Re-Design: How Environment Affects Focus, Natalie Tanner

Student Research Symposium

Biophilia is often used in design because of its positive impact on mental and physical health for the users of the space. Bringing live plants into a space can improve the air quality. In addition to this it can help increase productivity which is ideal for a community space on a college campus where students need to focus and study. Studies have shown incorporating biophilia can improve productivity, creativity, key cognitive functions, overall well-being and encourage innovative thinking (Haiken, 2023) (Haiken, 2022).

Designing For Wellness: Enhancing First Responder Well-Being Through Fire Station Interior Architecture, Caimbre Bunton

Student Research Symposium

Firefighters face numerous health risks from physical and psychological stressors inherent in their profession. Occupational hazards include exposure to toxins, respiratory issues, cardiovascular and musculoskeletal diseases and heightened cancer risk. They are also at risk for mental health challenges like PTSD, anxiety, depression and sleep deprivation. Interior design interventions focusing on acoustics, thermal comfort, indoor air quality, health amenities, and containing and elimnating contaminants within the station are essential for mitigating these risks. These design strategies create a supportive and health focused environment for first responders so they can continue to support our communities. Station 45 is a model for …

Solace Space: College Students & Mental Health, Kelsey Wise

Student Research Symposium

In envisioning a safe place for college students struggling with mental health, we came up with Solace Space. It is a meditation room where students can go and feel the calming effects of Feng Shui and Light therapy to nurture students well-being. The design harmonizes elements of nature, optimizing energy flow for serenity. Soft, earthy tones and minimalistic décor create a calming ambiance. Advance light therapy fixtures simulate natural sunlight, aiding mood regulation. This intimate space becomes a sanctuary for rejuvenation. It’s holistic haven where students can explore mindfulness, find balance, and embrace the healing power of both ancient wisdom …

Cloud Solutions For Clinical Trial Data Analysis, Kelli Nelson

Student Research Symposium

In clinical trials, how can we determine whether "rare but serious side effects" are results of the treatment or just random?

Asymmetries In Ncaa Division I Tennis Players Compared To Control Group, Liz Cafferty

Student Research Symposium

Examine BMD, BMC, and lean mass asymmetries in the upper extremities of NCAA Division I tennis players compared to an equally athletic control group with no sport side dominance.

World Hunger, Lindsey Schlotfeldt, Kayla Bolsinger, Carson Love, Kailyn O'Gara

INSPIRE Student Research and Engagement Conference

According to the World Food Program (2024), A total of 23.4 million people in The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) are projected to be acutely food insecure, and an estimated 2.8 million children are acutely malnourished. The implication of this is exposure to acute diseases, poverty, malnutrition, and even death. Poverty, climate change, inflation, war, and conflict are the foundation causes of world hunger, and all these factors plague the DRC. Nevertheless, countries such as Zambia have adopted the Action Against Hunger program to mitigate chronic malnutrition and other effects of hunger. This study assesses the implications of hunger …

The Knowledge Network, 1993, V2 N1, Winter, Advocate Health - Midwest

Historical Documents - Combined

Aurora Health Care, Milwaukee, WI: Issue of "The Knowledge Network: Newsletter of the Aurora Health Care Libraries". Internal publication created by staff working in the libraries at St. Luke's Medical Center and the East and West campuses of Sinai Samaritan Medical Center. Includes information on library policies, services, and new acquisitions.

The Knowledge Network, 1993, V2 N3, Fall, Advocate Health - Midwest

Historical Documents - Combined

Aurora Health Care, Milwaukee, WI: Issue of "The Knowledge Network: Newsletter of the Aurora Health Care Libraries". Internal publication created by staff working in the libraries at St. Luke's Medical Center and the East and West campuses of Sinai Samaritan Medical Center. Includes information on library policies, services, and new acquisitions.

The Knowledge Network, 1994, V3 N2, Spring/Summer, Advocate Health - Midwest

Historical Documents - Combined

Aurora Health Care, Milwaukee, WI: Issue of "The Knowledge Network: Newsletter of the Aurora Health Care Libraries". Internal publication created by staff working in the libraries at St. Luke's Medical Center and the East and West campuses of Sinai Samaritan Medical Center. Includes information on library policies, services, and new acquisitions.

The Knowledge Network, 1994, V3 N3, Fall, Advocate Health - Midwest

Historical Documents - Combined

Aurora Health Care, Milwaukee, WI: Issue of "The Knowledge Network: Newsletter of the Aurora Health Care Libraries". Internal publication created by staff working in the libraries at St. Luke's Medical Center and the East and West campuses of Sinai Samaritan Medical Center. Includes information on library policies, services, and new acquisitions.

The Knowledge Network, 1995, V4 N2, Spring, Advocate Health - Midwest

Historical Documents - Combined

Aurora Health Care, Milwaukee, WI: Issue of "The Knowledge Network: Newsletter of the Aurora Health Care Libraries". Internal publication created by staff working in the libraries at St. Luke's Medical Center and the East and West campuses of Sinai Samaritan Medical Center. Includes information on library policies, services, and new acquisitions.

The Knowledge Network, 1996, V5 N2, Spring, Advocate Health - Midwest

Historical Documents - Combined

Aurora Health Care, Milwaukee, WI: Issue of "The Knowledge Network: Newsletter of the Aurora Health Care Libraries". Internal publication created by staff working in the libraries at St. Luke's Medical Center, St. Luke's South Shore, and the East and West campuses of Sinai Samaritan Medical Center. Includes information on library policies, services, and new acquisitions.

The Knowledge Network, 1996, V5 N3, Fall, Advocate Health - Midwest

Historical Documents - Combined

Aurora Health Care, Milwaukee, WI: Issue of "The Knowledge Network: Newsletter of the Aurora Health Care Libraries". Internal publication created by staff working in the libraries at St. Luke's Medical Center, St. Luke's South Shore, and the East and West campuses of Sinai Samaritan Medical Center. Includes information on library policies, services, and new acquisitions.

This is the last issue the library currently has available.

Inferring Inertial Navigation Errors From Sar Image Distortions Using A Convolutional Neural Network, Teresa White

Student Research Symposium

Precise navigation data is necessary for autonomous vehicles. In normal circumstances: GPS is typically used.

Meta-Analysis: Understanding The Effects Of Assumption Violations, Wyatt Williams

Student Research Symposium

Overview

• Clouds Scenario
• Why Meta-Analysis Matters
• What Assumptions are Being Violated
• Our Current Research
• Conclusion

Lost Voices: Examining Child Trafficking Across The United States And Haiti, Christi Boswood, Allison Arjes, Joryn Hanson, Kayla Mol, Josie Moreland, Allison Stewart

INSPIRE Student Research and Engagement Conference

It is estimated that 1.2 million children are trafficked each year, and two children are sold every minute. These children are exposed to some of the world’s most adverse experiences. Reports show that trafficking is the second most lucrative crime in the world. This study will examine the connection between trafficking across the United States and Haiti by exploring the types of child trafficking, why it occurs, and how traffickers can control and move children across borders. It is imperative that more people understand its global and local implications on children and find ways to mitigate the practice.

Child Marriage And Child Solider Policies In Democratic Republic Of Congo And Niger, Mawlia Meh, Lexie Hauber, Morgan Kline, Ramiyah Boyed

INSPIRE Student Research and Engagement Conference

• Every year 650 millions women are being forced into marriage before the age of 18.
• In countries like the Democratic Republic of Congo and Niger young girls around the age of 15 and younger are forced into marriage and young boys at the age of 5 are often forced and kidnapped to become soldiers.
• In 2005 and 2022, more than 105,000 children were recruited and used by parties to conflict.
• These problems are happening due to the lack of resources faced in these countries.
• Can lead to many health effects including depression, sexually transmitted infections, cervical cancer, malaria, obstetric fistulas, …

Global Poverty: Comparing The United States And Haiti, Jesika Basurto, Josephine Bergmeier, Destinee Mincks, Kari Wilson, Tanner Korynta

INSPIRE Student Research and Engagement Conference

About 700 million people live on less than $2.15 a day worldwide. Looking at how poverty affects many people will help shed light on how to lessen that number. This project is used to review the effects of poverty by looking at the differences between third and first-world countries. This project will be using Haiti and the United States as a general baseline for these comparisons. This project will observe the effects global poverty has on education, political, and healthcare systems while analyzing the different methods that are being taken to combat poverty on a global scale. Poverty is a …

Breaking The Patterns Of Homelessness, Jaylynn Easterly, Yaqueline Trinidad, Mya Snitker, Araely Hanson

INSPIRE Student Research and Engagement Conference

Homelessness is a global issue that affects people living in all kinds of different environments. The impacts of homelessness are relatively similar when it comes to developed and undeveloped countries. The uncertainty and stress of homelessness can lead to mental health problems including depression, anxiety and many others. When it comes to physical health, not having a stable living environment can make it more difficult to have access to basic needs such as clean water, safe shelter and nutritious foods. The lack of basic necessities often leads to malnutrition, exposure to harmful weather conditions and a higher sensitivity to diseases …

Intentional Rest In A Musician’S Routine: A Key To Preventing Burnout And Promoting Healthy Performance, Emma Thackeray

Student Research Symposium

The Project

• Identify the trends of burnout in musicians
• Understand the role of rest in a musician’s routine
• Determine helpful habits and activities that contribute to improved performance and prevent burnout

Fast Prediction Of The Trajectory And Coverage Of Aerially Delivered Fire-Retardants, Aditya Parik

Student Research Symposium

Motivation & Objectives

• The utilization of aircrafts in fighting wildfires has substantially increased over the last century, as incidences of forest fires increase all over the world.
• A constant effort of various fire control agencies throughout North America (such as USDA Forest Service) has been to improve the accuracy, efficiency, and overall effectiveness of aerial retardant delivery.
• In service of this goal, we develop a model for predicting the general trajectory a retardant plume takes when it is aerially delivered to a target.

Developmental Characteristics And Renovating Pattern Of Reed Canarygrass Shoots In A Sward, M Ito, S Mizuno, T Otani, S Kobayashi

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

Developmental and renovating traits of shoots were investigated ecomorphologically in a reed canarygrass (Phalaris arundinacea L., cv. Palaton) sward harvested 3 times per year. Reed canarygrass shoots exhibited notably high growth rates both in the 1st and 2nd crops together with rapid leaf formation (around 7 days/leaf) and active internode elongation. Vigorously growing shoots, which regenerated soon after the 1st cutting and dominated in the 2nd crop canopy, mainly originated from the stubble formed with 3 to 4 phytomers that developed after the beginning of spring growth, thus resulting in higher shoot density than that of the 1st crop. …

Canopy Changes In Healthlands (Erica-Ulex) Grazed By Sheep Or Goats, R Celaya, K Osoro

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

The grazing effects of sheep and goats on vegetation dominated by heaths (Erica spp) and gorse (Ulex gallii) were studied for two years. Two plots were grazed from May to October 1992 by 7 ewes or 7 does and in the following year each plot was subdivided into two subplots subsequently grazed either by sheep or by goats in a factorial design. During the first grazing season both sheep and goats reduced similarly the cover percentage of shrubs since the herbaceous content was scarce, although goats reduced more the height of the shrubs than sheep. The cover …

Effect Of Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium And Cutting On The Regrowth And Insect Infestation Of A Sorghum And Berseem Clover In Egypt, M B. Attia

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

The objective of this study was to determine the minimum quantities of phosphorus and potassium which must be applied with varying amounts of nitrogen in order to maintain maximum hay production and minimum level of insect infestation. This was more pronounced at the higher N rates and caused a significant N x K interaction during each of these years. There was no yield response to applied phosphorus at any N rate. Relation between levels of nitrogen and infestation percentage was positive but infestation rate decreased with the increase of potassium levels while there was no relation between levels of phosphorus …

An Overview Of The Physiology And Biochemistry Of N Reserves Mobilization In Forage Species, F Le Dily, A Ourry, J Boucaud

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

Recent works focusing on the physiological and biochemical events associated to perennial forages sustainability (re-growth after defoliation, winter survival), provided evidence that vegetative storage proteins (VSPs, ca proteins stored in remaining organs and specifically mobilized) were key organic compounds for shoot regrowth. Attempts to elucidate environmental conditions involved in VSPs deposit ability of different species are under progress today. In contrast, mechanisms of spring- or cut-induced proteolysis are investigated at a lesser extend. This contribution is an opportunity to summarize our knowledge of N-reserves mobilization and to set the question of VSPs breakdown regulation.

Intraspecific Competition In Lucerne And Relationships With Reserve Availability, Jean Christophe Avice, Alain Ourry, Gilles Lemaire, Jeffrey J. Volenec, Jean Boucaud

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

Below-ground reserves are thought to provide an indication of a forage potential for shoot regrowth after defoliation. The aim of this work was to re-evaluate the causal relationships existing between organic reserves (non-structural carbohydrates and N reserves) and shoot regrowth of alfalfa. The variations brought about by cultivar differences (cv Lodi or Europe), length of the previous regrowth period (30 or 45 d), or by intraspecific competition for light within a dense canopy, were studied. Field grown plants were harvested at weekly intervals, and separated as dominant, intermediate and suppressed plants. Shoot regrowth yield was determined and taproot were analyzed …

Seasonal Fluctuations Of Vegetative Storage Proteins And Starch Concentrations In Stolons Of Trifolium Repens L., V Bouchart, A Ourry, J C. Simon, J Boucaud

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

The seasonal pattern of nitrogen, starch and vegetative storage protein (VSP) concentrations was studied in the stolons of two Trifolium repens L. genotypes (cv Aran and Rivendel). Maximum concentrations of starch were found in summer months; its hydrolysis occurred in winter, at the time, where VSP and nitrogen were accumulated. The decrease of nitrogen and VSP concentrations occurred during spring, and an inverse relationship was found between VSP concentrations in stolons and mean temperatures. The causal implications of starch and VSP availability on spring regrowth potential are discussed in relation with regulatory mechanism inducing VSP synthesis.

Cynodon Dactylon Control In Conservation Tillage Systems, A Rios, J M. Sanz

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

Bermudagrass (Cynodon dactylon L. PERS.) is the most important weed in Uruguay. With the development of conservation tillage systems, chemical control of bermudagrass becomes essential. The objective of this research was to evaluate, in a long term integrated program, bermudagrass chemical control during the first year of a pasture. Application of glyphosate and no-tillage seeding of the pasture took place during fall. A 70% reduction of underground part of the weed was detected. The chemical control, together with a conservation tillage system and an adequate pasture management allowed an important reduction in bermudagrass level for the first year pasture. …