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Hospital Falls In Hybrid Virtual Nursing Models: A Need For Future Health Outcomes Research, Lindsay E. Colby

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: Hospital falls are a global health concern with adverse implications for patients’ health-related quality of life. As a nurse-sensitive indicator, hospital falls reflect the quality and safety of the healthcare system. Hybrid virtual nursing, an emerging care delivery model, utilizes digital telehealth technologies and combines in-person nursing care with remote care. There is a dearth of literature related to the impact of hybrid virtual nursing on hospital falls.

The purpose of this poster is to: explore health outcomes measures and data sources related to hospital falls; review literature related to hospital falls in hybrid virtual nursing models. …

Dipl 6104 Na The Art And Science Of International Negotiations, Claudia Abate M.S., Sergio Vieira De Mello Visiting Chair

Diplomacy Syllabi

This course provides an overview of academic theory and diplomatic practice on the art and science of international negotiations.

The Fall 2026 semester unfolds against the backdrop of the election of the next UN Secretary-General, with negotiations from UN Member States, the Security Council, and the General Assembly actively taking place. Students will analyze this process in real time and consider how various actors negotiate and come to agreements on processes leading to inter-governmental elections and negotiated agreements.

In addition, a study of selected international negotiators, negotiation techniques, practices, and standards will complement an analysis of internationally agreed documents such …

Dipl 6005 Aa Public International Law, Daimeon Shanks-Dumont J.D., Ph.D.

Diplomacy Syllabi

International law is a central framework for theorizing the international society of states. This course offers an introduction to public international law as a dynamic and contested topic through a wide array of issues that concern not only states and governments, but also international organizations, non-governmental organizations, international lawyers, and civil societies.

After the Second World War, public international law was re-envisioned with a promise to protect the sovereignty and integrity of vulnerable states against aggression, guarantee the self-determination of peoples, and to work towards fulfilling universal human rights in an interconnected world. However, the new global order maintained a …

Dipl 6180 Na Comparative Foreign Policy, Ann Marie Murphy Ph.D.

Diplomacy Syllabi

This course examines leading theoretical approaches to the study of foreign policy and their application to a variety of states and issue areas.  The goal of this course is to provide students with an understanding of the key concepts necessary to address the fundamental question of foreign policy analysis: how do states define and pursue their national interests in international affairs?   During the semester, we will explore some of the key debates in foreign policy analysis.  Do differences in the characteristics of states (large versus small, democratic versus authoritarian, industrialized versus developing) lead to differences in their foreign policies?  Or …

Dipl 6276 Global Health Governance, Yanzhong Huang Ph.D.

Diplomacy Syllabi

Public health challenges — pandemic influenza, HIV and AIDS, COVID-19, obesity, neglected diseases, tobacco use, climate change, and underperforming health systems — increasingly shape and are shaped by the political, economic, and social dimensions of globalization. At the same time, international rules that fall outside the traditional health sphere, such as those governing intellectual property, trade, and greenhouse gas emissions, can have profound consequences for human health. Strong national health systems remain essential, but the reach of health threats and the capacity to respond often extend beyond any single state and beyond the health sector itself. Translating development goals into …

Dipl 6000 Na/Wb Introduction To International Relations Theory And Diplomacy, Brian Muzas Ph.D.

Diplomacy Syllabi

This course introduces students to the major theoretical traditions of international relations and diplomacy, with particular attention to how these theories help us understand contemporary challenges including cyber warfare, artificial intelligence, technological disruption, and ongoing conflicts in Ukraine, the Middle East, and Asia. We will begin with a critical investigation of the competing assumptions and concepts that form the heart of various theoretical approaches to the study of world politics. As a class we will grapple with the key actors, processes, and variables highlighted by each theory, and assess their relative strengths and weaknesses in explaining both traditional interstate relations …

Dipl 4555 Economic Aspects Of The International System, Jeremy Levine

Diplomacy Syllabi

This course reviews the current economic issues generated by globalization by emphasizing facts as well as theories. From the evolution of the post-WWII global order to economic theories like comparative advantage and free trade, this course explores the interconnectedness of international affairs and the global economy both historically and in the twenty-first century. Other topics discussed include the rise of American hegemony, the formation of economic blocs such as the European Union, the rise of India and China, oil politics in the Middle East, conflicts like the war in Ukraine, and more.

Dipl 4185 Aa Foreign Policies Of Post-Soviet States, Margarita M. Balmaceda Ph.D.

Diplomacy Syllabi

Russia’s full scale war on Ukraine presents key challenges to the international community. It is impossible to approach these challenges without a broader view of the sources of foreign policy in the former Soviet area. This course will survey the main issues in the history of Soviet relations with the foreign world, as well as the new foreign policies of Russia, the other Soviet successor states, and (to a lesser extent) the East and Central European states. The first part of the course explores topics such as longstanding sources of Russian and Soviet policies pre-dating 1917, the tensions between the …

Prevalence And Patterns Of Social Isolation And Loneliness Among Older Adults In Singapore, Yi Wen Tan, Le Ha Linh Phan, Emi Loh, Rachel Wen Yi Ngu

ROSA Research Briefs

As Singapore rapidly transitions into a super-aged society (Lau, 2024), social isolation and loneliness have become growing concerns among academics, policymakers, and social service professionals alike (A. Chan et al., 2023; Fang & Tan, 2023; Shafeeq, 2025). News reports in 2025 highlight an increase in helpline calls from older adults seeking help for their loneliness and emotional distress (Shafeeq, 2025). The prevalence of socially isolated elderly living alone is projected to increase fourfold between 2020 and 2060 (Ng et al., 2020), highlighting the urgency and relevance of addressing this social issue.

Unlocking The Potential Of A Superaged Singapore, Yi Wen Tan, Emi Loh, Wensi Lim, Kaung Htet Tun Salai

ROSA Research Briefs

As Singapore enters a new era of longevity, our focus must shift from preparing for longer lives to unlocking their full potential as a societal advantage. This means going beyond adding years to life to ensuring that those years are lived in good health, with meaningful connections and a sense of purpose. Building a longevity-ready society will require communities and institutions alike to adapt, innovate, and create environments where older adults can continue to contribute and participate fully in society. Through research and collaboration, ROSA is committed to advancing knowledge and developing solutions that help Singapore realise the opportunities of …

Work Motivations And Upskilling Preference Among Singapore's Older Adults, Le Ha Linh Phan, Wensi Lim, Emi Loh, Cassandra Ng, Shania Go

ROSA Research Briefs

Singapore's rapidly ageing population and rising life expectancy are reshaping traditional ideas about work, retirement, and learning across the life course. By 2030, around one in four Singapore citizens will be aged 65 and above, reflecting the country's changing demographic structure and increasing longevity (National Population and Talent Division, 2025). As working lives extend, older adults are increasingly navigating a transitional stage between peak career years and later-life retirement, often continuing to remain economically active while simultaneously managing competing priorities such as financial responsibilities, caregiving, health, personal fulfilment, and retirement planning.

Educational Policies Committee Agenda October 1, 2026, Utah State University

Educational Policies Committee

• Approval of Minutes - September 3, 2026
• Subcommittee Reports
• Curriculum Subcommittee
• Academic Standards Subcommittee
• General Education Subcommittee
• Center for Civic Excellence
• Other Business
• Adjourn: 4:00pm

The Impact Of Unique People At Humboldt On Social Justice And Environmental Behaviors, Alyssa Iverson, Jesse Linder, Harmony Switzer-Tryon, Dr. Gregg Gold, Lee Cunningham

IdeaFest 2026

Poster created by Alyssa Iverson, Jesse Linder, and Harmony Switzer-Tryon in Dr. Greg Gold’s Social Influence Research Lab.

Exploring The Placebo Effect On The Cortisol Stress Response, Enza Zeppegno-Mendonca, Olivia Huynh, Povheng Yam, Amanda Hahn

IdeaFest 2026

The placebo effect is well-studied on pain perception, but not many studies have examined the placebo effect on stress. The current study explores whether a deceptive stress‑reducing tincture (filled with water) influences participants’ cortisol responses and self‑reported stress while undergoing a modified acute stress task: the Sing-a-Song Stress Test (SSST). Given the rise of mental health concerns and misuse of medication, this area of research may provide new directions for developing treatments that incorporate the placebo effect, which may enhance treatment outcomes.

The Secret Lives Of Plants, Adam Ibarra

IdeaFest 2026

With this presentation I hoped to illustrate the deeper often hidden history of plants and how the relationship that they have with humankind. I also have endeavored to bring attention to the UAF Ethnobotany Program and the potential benefits of a collaboration between the Food Sovereignty Lab at CPH.

Growth At Alder Grove, Annalee Mattingly

IdeaFest 2026

No abstract provided.

Faculty Authors & Achievers Bibliography 2026, Luke Vilelle

WRL: Faculty Authors & Achievers Bibliographies

The office of Academic Affairs and the Wyndham Robertson Library congratulate all Hollins faculty who published or presented creative or scholarly works from Fall 2024 - Fall 2026. These pages comprise a list of that work.

Considering Access And Methodological Rigor In Framing Results Of The Bergen 4 Day Treatment Program For Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Eric A Storch, Benjamin J Chang

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

No abstract provided.

Cultivating A Culture Of Gratitude Among Library Co-Workers, Jessica Garner, Kay Coates

University Libraries: Faculty Presentations

Libraries face challenges in retaining skilled library professionals while maintaining high morale. Conventional dependence on impression managementwhere workers adjust their outward actions to align with perceived expectations often lead to superficial compliance instead of genuine engagement.Shifting this paradigm towards systematic gratitude practices, strengths‐based recognition, and intentional well-being support fosters an authenticworkplace culture that directly enhances job satisfaction and retention.Research supports this approach through the Gratitude Questionnaire-6 (GQ-6), which is a validated six-item scale using 7-point Likert response tomeasure and encourage such activities. Gratitude interventions and appreciative inquiry practices that include peer‐to‐peer thank‐you notes, monthlyrecognition forums, and digital “shout‐outs,” communicate that …

Radical Candor For An Intergenerational Workforce: Feedback Without Friction, R. A. Spencer, Kay Coates, Jessica Garner

University Libraries: Faculty Presentations

By cultivating psychological safety and authenticity, Radical Candor builds mutual respect among colleagues and promotes honest communication, inclusive decision-making, and productive teamwork. We will cover strategies for embedding these norms into regular practices such as onboarding, performance conversations, project debriefs, and staff meetings within the multigenerational library workforce. When paired with training in cultural sensitivity and emotional intelligence, Radical Candor reframes feedback as a development tool rather than criticism. With role-plays, coaching, and followup support, the framework helps staff interpret feedback constructively, adapt communication styles, and leverage diverse strengths—so every team member can learn, contribute, and thrive. Our goal is …

Admissions Magazine Fall 2026, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Admissions Magazine

Altitude: Built for Mars

• Securing a Safer Tomorrow
• Education at a Higher Altitude 
• Inside the Hacker Lab
• The Future of Health in Space
• Turning up the Heat
• Turning in to the Cosmos
• Built for Mars
• Transforming Aviation Safety Through Writing 
• Eagles Expand Impact in Hawaii
• Putting Discovery to Work 
• UAS Meets Marine Science
• Where Wonder Takes Flight
• Scoring Goals and Grades
• Finding a Frequency 
• Finding Her Space
• First Worldwide Research Scholar
• Mentorship Fuels Growth 

Quaker Campus, October 1, 2026 (Vol. 25, Issue 3), Whittier College

Quaker Campus

No abstract provided.

Glycemia Regulation In Type 1 Diabetes Using Artificial Pancreas Systems: One Decade Review Of Positive Control Approaches, Luay Thamir Rasheed, Ahmed Sabah Al-Araji, Taghreed Mohammadridha

Iraqi Journal of Computers, Communications, Control and Systems Engineering

An artificial pancreas (AP) is a biomedical device that mimics the natural glucose-regulation process carried out by a healthy pancreas. This device consists of three parts: a continuous glucose monitor (CGM), a control algorithm, and an insulin pump. These three parts work together by continuously monitoring blood glucose concentration (BGC) and adjusting insulin delivery to maintain normoglycemia while minimizing the occurrence of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia. While several review studies have addressed control strategies for AP systems, limited attention has been given to the fundamental positivity constraint of insulin delivery and its systematic impact on controller design and performance. This paper …

Infant And Maternal Psychological Factors As Predictors Of Maternal Stress In Early Motherhood, Anna Muma

Honors College Theses

No abstract provided.

Richmond Law Magazine: Autumn 2026

Richmond Law Magazine

To Lead is to Empower

The House That Family Money Built

The Front Line of Virginia's Judicial Systen

Check Out The Library, 2026 Fall Issue, Cal Poly Humboldt Library

Library Publications

Issue 21

Animating Spiritan Education Through Communities Of Practice, Steve Hansen Phd, Anne Marie Witchger Hansen Phd

Spiritan Horizons

No abstract provided.

Recovery And Resilience Of Survivors Of Sex Trafficking In Nepal, Bishnu Sapkota, Glenn M. Miles, Chitra B. Buthathoki

Dignity: A Journal of Analysis of Exploitation and Violence

This exploratory qualitative study examines how trafficking survivors in Nepalese rehabilitation centres perceive recovery and experience resilience within Nepal's specific socio-cultural context. This qualitative study employed in-depth interviews with six female sex trafficking survivors in Bagmati Province rehabilitation centres and analysed them through Bronfenbrenner's socio-ecological framework under the themes such as Hindu purity concepts, caste discrimination, joint family dynamics, and non-governmental organization dependency which shape their recovery experiences. The findings of the study reveal recovery as gradual emotional stabilization and future orientation rather than complete healing. Survivors describe stigma in terms of religious purity/pollution binary, with Dalit participants experiencing compounded …

In The Shadow Of The Ballot: Children As Victims Of Zimbabwe's 2008 Election Violence, Baldwin Hove, Chitja Twala, Bekithemba Dube

Dignity: A Journal of Analysis of Exploitation and Violence

The year 2008 witnessed one of the most violent electoral processes in Zimbabwean history. While extensive research has examined the 2008 election violence, limited scholarly attention has been paid to its effects on children. Using the structural violence framework, this study examines how the 2008 electoral violence affected children in Zimbabwe. The study analysed media reports and secondary texts, complemented by retrospective observations, to explore children's experiences during the electoral crisis. It seeks to expose the less examined consequences of political violence on children. The findings reveal that children witnessed assaults, murder, rape, forced displacement, the destruction of homes and …

Building A Culture Of Continuous Improvement Without Faculty Burnout, Harika Rao

College of Business and Management Faculty Publications & Presentations

No abstract provided.