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Roadmap On Superoscillations, Michael Berry, Nicolay Zheludev, Yakir Aharonov, Fabrizio Colombo, Irene Sabadini, Daniele C. Struppa, Jeff Tollaksen, Edward T. F. Rogers, Fei Qin, Minghui Hong, Xiangang Luo, Roei Remez, Ady Arie, Jörg B. Götte, Mark R. Dennis, Alex M. H. Wong, George V. Eleftheriades, Yaniv Eliezer, Alon Bahabad, Gang Chen, Zhongquan Wen, Gaofeng Liang, Chenglong Hao, C-W Qiu, Achim Kempf, Eytan Katzav, Moshe Schwartz

Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science Faculty Articles and Research

Superoscillations are band-limited functions with the counterintuitive property that they can vary arbitrarily faster than their fastest Fourier component, over arbitrarily long intervals. Modern studies originated in quantum theory, but there were anticipations in radar and optics. The mathematical understanding—still being explored—recognises that functions are extremely small where they superoscillate; this has implications for information theory. Applications to optical vortices, sub-wavelength microscopy and related areas of nanoscience are now moving from the theoretical and the demonstrative to the practical. This Roadmap surveys all these areas, providing background, current research, and anticipating future developments.

Non-Invasive Beam Monitoring With Harmonic Cavities, Brock F. Roberts

Electrical and Computer Engineering ETDs

NON INVASIVE BEAM MONITORING WITH HARMONIC CAVITIES

by

Brock Franklin Roberts

B.S PHYSICS, UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA DAVIS, 1992

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO, 2019

ABSTRACT

A cavity designed to have multiple harmonic TM0N0 modes can be used to accurately measure the longitudinal profile of a bunched charged particle beam passing through its bore, non-invasively, and in real time.

Multi-harmonic TM0N0 cavities were designed, constructed, and beamline tested in a variety of experiments at the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (TJNAF or Jlab). Measurements with a sampling oscilloscope provided signals that resemble the profile of electron …

Ucp1 Expression-Associated Gene Signatures Of Human Epicardial Adipose Tissue., Kanta Chechi, Jinchu Vijay, Pierre Voisine, Patrick Mathieu, Yohan Bossé, Andre Tchernof, Elin Grundberg, Denis Richard

Manuscripts, Articles, Book Chapters and Other Papers

Multiple reports of uncoupling protein 1 (UCP1) expression have established its presence in human epicardial adipose tissue (eAT). Its functional relevance to eAT, however, remains largely unknown. In a recent study, we reported that adrenergic stimulation of eAT was associated with downregulation of secreted proteins involved in oxidative stress-related and immune-related pathways. Here, we explored the UCP1-associated features of human eAT using next-generation deep sequencing. Paired biopsies of eAT, mediastinal adipose tissue (mAT), and subcutaneous adipose tissue (sAT) obtained from cardiac surgery patients, with specific criteria of high and low expression of UCP1 in eAT, were subjected to RNA sequencing. …

Concrete Crack Detection And Monitoring Using A Capacitive Dense Sensor Array, Jin Yan, Austin Downey, Alessandro Cancelli, Simon Laflamme, An Chen, Jian Li, Filippo Ubertini

Faculty Publications

Cracks in concrete structures can be indicators of important damage and may significantly affect durability. Their timely identification can be used to ensure structural safety and guide on-time maintenance operations. Structural health monitoring solutions, such as strain gauges and fiber optics systems, have been proposed for the automatic monitoring of such cracks. However, these solutions become economically difficult to deploy when the surface under investigation is very large. This paper proposes to leverage a novel sensing skin for monitoring cracks in concrete structures. This sensing skin is constituted of a flexible electronic termed soft elastomeric capacitor, which detects a change …

Thirty Years Of Global Literature On Bioleaching: A Scientometric Analysis, Saravanan S,, Baskaran C. - -

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

No abstract provided.

Acceptance Of Blended Learning In A Developing Country: The Role Of Learning Styles, Foluke Okocha

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study investigates factors that lead to the acceptance of blended learning in a developing country. Descriptive analysis, Principal component analysis and Regression analysis were adopted in this study. Data was obtained from 204 undergraduate students. Data analysis was carried out using frequency distributions and regression analysis. The findings revealed that a significant relationship exists between performance expectancy and facilitating conditions in the acceptance of blended learning in Nigeria .Also, students showed more interest in course related readings and course materials and less interest on discussion with lecturers and discussion with classmates. Performance expectancy is a major determinant in the …

Deceleration: Slowing Down To Determine An Accelerated Loan’S Post Dismissal Status, Stephanie Schneider

New Mexico Law Review

The autopsy report for the American Financial Crisis of 2007-2008 is lengthy, and, while examiners may disagree on the specifics, there is widespread agreement that the cause of death was a sudden and dramatic drop in the price of American houses. This precipitous drop, cataclysmic “pop,” was in part driven by the market correcting itself following years of home value appreciation. However, the effect of the correction was magnified by subprime lending practices that allowed borrowers without verified sources of income to obtain loans. Ultimately, this fallout coalesced into a dramatic increase in defaults on mortgage payments and a corresponding …

Sustainability In Quality Improvement And Patient Safety Initiatives, Angelo P. Giardino, Eileen R. Giardino

Journal of Nursing & Interprofessional Leadership in Quality & Safety

The question often asked of a quality improvement initiative is whether the improvement process has been sustained within the organization. Rarely is the question answered satisfactorily. The sustainability of an improvement process is important as it justifies the investment of human and financial capital. The term 'evaporation of improvements' addresses the dilemma that between 33% to 70% of all innovations are reportedly not sustained (Fleiszer, Semenic, Ritchie, Richer, & Denis, 2015) . This evaporation of improvement captures the frustrating inability of many institutions to maintain the achieved improvement after the newness of the initial effort wears off (Buchanan, Fitzgerald, & …

A Damned Travel Through Hell, Allie Daniels

Scholarly and Creative Works Conference (2015 - 2021)

This is a creative project which examines the horrific mystery behind a real cursed poem. One poem was all it took to create a dent in American history. When a cursed poem is produced in the 1600’s during the time of the Salem Witch Trials, the poem travels through events of American trauma, allowing the curse to affect people in different time periods. The story focuses on moments in American History, stemming from the Salem Witch Trials, advancing forward into the era of the Civil War, World War 2, and 9/11. This piece that blends fiction and nonfiction to convey …

The Nineteenth Century British Workhouse: Mission Not Accomplished, Brenda Derin

Scholarly and Creative Works Conference (2015 - 2021)

ABSTRACT:

How to correct poverty in a society is extremely complex. In the nineteenth century, the British struggled to house, feed and care for the unemployed and destitute men, women and children created by the Industrial Revolution. Many in the upper classes considered poverty a moral failure, yet they had little impetus to end it. Poverty, as defined by an inability to provide for one’s needs due to a variety of factors, was seen as necessary, for without it there would be no motivation for the lower classes to work and provide a luxurious life for the wealthy.

Although some …

Teachers Perspectives On Student Behavior And Aces, Bridget Mudd

Scholarly and Creative Works Conference (2015 - 2021)

Since 1998 substantial evidence has been available showing rates of prevalence for different types of adverse or potentially traumatizing experiences that can happen during childhood. In response, many studies have demonstrated the positive effects of trauma informed practices in environments that treat mental health issues. Despite supporting evidence, policy makers have been slow to implement these practices in schools. Teachers are on the front lines of this issue. They are in a position to be most effective in supporting children and most impacted by student behavior yet their voice is notably absent from the literature. The purpose of my research …

Harmonizing Social Emotional Learning For Students With Special Needs, Deema Shihadih

Scholarly and Creative Works Conference (2015 - 2021)

Students with intellectual disabilities (ID) typically face difficulties with social emotional skill sets, yet many classrooms for students with ID do not incorporate social emotional learning in the curriculum. Modifying SEL programs to fit the needs of students may be an improved solution, however, little research exists exploring the effects of modifying various SEL programs to fit the needs of students with intellectual disabilities (ID). This research explores the benefits of modifying multiple social emotional learning (SEL) programs to best fit the needs of students with intellectual disabilities. Qualitative methods were used in order to investigate how SEL programs and …

Oral Health Disease And Library Service Delivery Among Library Staff Of The Universities In Nigeria., Francisca Chinyeaka Mbagwu, Ifeyinnwa Blessing Okoye, Gertrude Chinwendu Umunnakwe

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study investigated oral health disease (OHD) and its effect on the library service delivery in the Federal Universities in South East, Nigeria. Descriptive survey design was employed. All the library staff (353) was used for this study. Questionnaire was used to elicit data from the library staff. Frequency and simple percentages were used to analyse data on the bio-data and data on the OHD status of library staff. Descriptive statistical techniques such as mean and standard deviation were used to analyse data on research questions 2-5. Regression analysis was used to test one null hypothesis formulated which was tested …

Thirty Years Of Global Literature On Bioleaching: A Scientometric Analysis, Saravanan S, Research Scholar Alagappa University, Tamil Nadu. India, Baskaran -. C -

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study deals with the Scientometric analysis of thirty years publication on ‘Bioleaching’ collected from Web of Science Databases for the period of 1989 – 2018. A total of 2477 papers were identified. The study reveals that most of the researchers preferred to publish their research results in the form of journal articles. 2050 (82.8%) articles were published in journals. The authorship trend shows, 95% of the publications were published under the joint authorship. Central South University with 268 (10.8%) publication tops in the institutional wise publications. This study also identifies Relative growth rate, Doubling Time, Degree of Collaboration, the …

An Investigation Into The Effective Factors On The Intention To Commercialization Of Knowledge In A University: A Case Study, Ali Biranvand, Mohammad Hassan Seif, Soheila Safa, Saeid Mazloumian

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The purpose of this study was to provide a causal model for factors affecting the commercialization of academic research. This study is applied research in terms of purpose and a descriptive study of correlation type in terms of method. The statistical population consists of 499 graduate students at Engineering School of Shiraz University. The data gathering tool was a questionnaire. Cronbach’s alpha coefficient was used to assess its reliability. In this research, the effect of following variables on attitude to the commercialization of Knowledge (ACK) of knowledge is investigated: psychological empowerment (PE), self-efficacy, university policy (UP), social capital (SC), and …

Influence Of Business Information Use On Performance Of Small And Medium Enterprises In Port-Harcourt Nigeria., Okoro Obinna Jeremiah, Yacob Haliso, Otuza Evans Chima

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Abstract

At the center of any economy lies the contributions of the SMEs. It is documented that the economic growth experienced in the developed countries of the world can be attributed largely to the contributions of the SME sector. Unfortunately in Nigeria, research has shown the performance of SMEs to be low especially in Port-Harcourt. This study examined by analyzing the influence of business information use on performance of Small and Medium Enterprises in Port-Harcourt Nigeria. Data collection was done by the use of a self-structured questionnaire. Four hundred and forty eight (448) copies of questionnaires were distributed to proprietors …

Use Pattern And Information Needs Of Young Users Of Public Libraries In Karnataka With Special Reference To City Central Library (Ccl), Dharwad, Rohit R. Patil, B D. Kumbar Dr, Shivanand D. Kamble

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

In this article an attempt has been made to investigate the use pattern and information needs of young users. For the study 200 questionnaires were distributed to the young users of City Central library, Dharwad, aged between 18-35 years and 196 duly filled questionnaires were received back with the response rate of 98%. In that, 180 (90%) questionnaires were found to be suitable for the analysis. Findings of the study revealed that City Central library plays a vital role in the life of youngsters and they are visiting the library regularly. Library usage and information needs of youngsters are mainly …

'Science', How Is It Formed?, Mozaffar Cheshmehsohrabi

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The purpose of this conceptual research is to determine the process of science formation and evolution. The method adopted in this study is based on the documentary analysis. The research community included texts and researches related to the field of "Science", "Research" and "Technology". The scientific documents were selected using a purposive sampling method for analysis. In this paper the three concepts of: science scope, science band, and science cycle are extracted from the findings of the reviewed materials for the first time ending in the following findings. Here the science scope consists of nine elements, the science band constitutes …

Awareness And Usage Of Smartphone Applications For Information Sharing Tasks Among The Research Scholars Of Periyar University- An Analytical Study, Thenmozhi G, Gomathi Palanisamy

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Now a day's Smartphone has been spread among the worldwide. A smartphone is a mobile phone running a complete operating system in a manner similar to a traditional computer, which offers advanced computing abilities and connectivity options. These features enable new kinds of mobile services that in turn shape the usage habits of smartphone users. This paper surveyed students’ Smartphone usage and how it affects them. It examines the role which frequent use of Smartphones plays in their studies. Questionnaires were designed and sent out to 240 respondents of the Research Scholars of various departments of Periyar University, Salem. Out …

Developing A Web-Based E-Learning Model For Library And Information Science Candidates In India, Abu Ks, Dr.Balasubramani R

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study aimed at developing an e-learning platform for UGC-NET/JRF (University Grants Commission-National Eligibility Test/Junior Research Fellowship) candidates in the field of Library and Information Science (LIS). At the initial stage, the content was developed according to the syllabus of UGC and, a jury of experts validated it. The Moodle Learning Management System (LMS) was used to integrate and deliver the e-content, and the portal was hosted on a separate website (http://lislearning.co.in/) to ensure remote access. The study also addressed the need for e-learning in LIS and points out the scope and directions for future research.

Authorship Trends And Collaborative Patterns On Annals Of Library And Information Studies, Abu K S, Sapna Verma

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Annals of Library and Information Studies (ALIS) is a quarterly journal, published by National Institute of Science Communication and Information Resource (NISCAIR). This study aimed at analyzing the authorship trends and collaborative pattern of the 377 publications published by ALIS during the period of eleven years (2007-2017). The findings revealed that majority of the publications (246) were multi-authored and the overall degree of collaboration (DC) is 0.65. The average publication of the journal is 34 articles per year. Further, Collaborative co-efficient was applied to find out the different levels of multi-authored collaboration and finally conclusion was presented with …

Information Evaluation Behavior Among Ophthalmologists - A Study In India, Govindarajan R, Dhanavandan S

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Background:

The Information Millennium unfolds loads of information in a lightning speed and leads to a knowledge-based society. Managing loads of information and applying cognitive skills to choose information that best-fit the needs become a difficult task. This paper focuses on studying how the Ophthalmologists – Eye Doctors evaluate the information.

Methodology:

The study design is cross-sectional and convenience sampling method is adopted. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data. SPSS 18 PASW Statistical package was used for statistical analysis. Frequencies, percentages, Mann Whitney U test, Kruskal-Wallis test, Factor Analysis, Wilcoxon signed rank test were used in the study. …

The Status Of Librarians’ Communication Skills And The Effective Factors In Public Libraries, Narges Afkhami, Masoumeh Tajafari, Mohsen Nowkarizi, Seyyed Mohsen Asghari Nekah

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The main aim of this survey was to assess the status of librarians' communication skills in public libraries of Mashhad, Iran. The research population included all the librarians (n = 70) employed in the public libraries. The desired sample (n=59) was selected based on Krejcie and Morgan’s sample size table through simple random sampling. A researcher-made questionnaire of communication skills was used to collect data. The collected data were analyzed via the SPSS using descriptive and inferential statistics. The findings showed that the level of the librarians’ communication skills was undesirable and that there was no significant difference between the …

The Effects Of A Mindfulness-Based Intervention On Middle School Special Education Students, Michelle Castillo

Scholarly and Creative Works Conference (2015 - 2021)

Abstract

Adolescence is a vulnerable period to a child’s emotional and social environment due to the puberty-related changes in hormones, which has an effect on their judgement, impulse control, and emotional regulation. Middle school students face several daily stressors at school, at home, and in their communities. Although adolescents face stressors in and out of school, a mindfulness-based intervention (MBI) can be beneficial. This research focuses on the effects of a mindfulness-based intervention on Latino middle school special education students in regards to their attention and behavior in general education classes as well as their self-perception. While prior studies address …

Language Interventions And Social-Emotional Learning Helps Students Who Are Emotionally Disturbed, Megan Walsh

Scholarly and Creative Works Conference (2015 - 2021)

Students who are classified as being Emotionally Disturbed (ED) often struggle in the general education classroom setting because they do not receive the proper support to be the most successful. Many teachers do not understand how to work with these students due to a lack of training and understanding of the disability. Additionally, these students who typically have behavioral issues will continue to act out without forming interpersonal relationships with their teacher. Although research has demonstrated some understanding of working with these students, few studies have explored the use of language interventions and social-emotional learning to promote positive student-teacher relationships. …

Socially Engaged Art Projects With High School Students, Katherine Randall

Scholarly and Creative Works Conference (2015 - 2021)

There is research on the benefits of art classes beyond being a creative outlet, and it shows that art classes can be a good place to practice being a better citizen. This research shows that art classes teach skills that are beneficial to students in helping them become better citizens and connect with their community; especially when using socially engaging art projects. However, in the research there is a lack of the student view on completing a socially engaged art project and what they learned from it. The purpose of my research was to understand student perception of socially engaged …

Life Skills For Life-Long Learners: Teaching Functional Skills To Elementary Students With Special Needs, Emily H. Derecat

Scholarly and Creative Works Conference (2015 - 2021)

Though extensive studies exist regarding teaching life skills at the middle school and high school level in special education to support transition, a comparable amount of research is still needed to support the need for the use of life skills-based programs in elementary special education programs. The purpose of this study was to investigate how a six-week intervention using research-based practices to target specific life skills impacted 2nd - 5th grade students with moderate to severe disabilities. The skill areas that were targeted: hygiene (hand-washing), social skills (appropriate greetings) and money skills (collecting money). The life skills were worked on …

Failing To Support Our Struggling Readers, Hannah Reilly

Scholarly and Creative Works Conference (2015 - 2021)

There is an increasing number of students scoring below grade level proficiency in reading/language arts. There are many benefits to using educational technology to support students struggling with reading, although the teachers at this school aren’t integrating technology into the reading curriculum. While there are many prior studies that address the benefits that educational technology has with students struggling with reading and perceptions of teachers, there is not substantial research on why teachers fail to integrate educational technology into the reading curriculum. The research focuses on the problem of teachers failing to integrate educational technology into reading curriculum in order …

Empowered Learning Systems In Student Success, Craig C. Laupheimer

Scholarly and Creative Works Conference (2015 - 2021)

Although various support systems are attempted by public schools to cause changes in student motivation and academic performance, students continue to consistently underperform and doubt their academic potential. A literature review revealed a growing body of research outlining a direct relationship between internal beliefs and performance outcomes. Yet little has been done to understand student thought patterns from their perspective, or to what extent they are able to recognize and address the internal systems of language, belief, and emotion that interact with learning. By analyzing a wide range of student perspectives, this study examines what tools and strategies students have …

Adopting A Military Strategy For Smb Cyber Security Incident Response, John Williams

University of Montana Conference on Undergraduate Research (UMCUR)

Responding to data breach incidents are a significant concern for businesses of all sizes and industry sectors. Recovering from these incidents is particularly challenging for small to midsize businesses (SMB) due to the limited support staff and institutional knowledge of incident response strategies for cyber attacks. Incident response is an organized approach to addressing and managing the aftermath of cybersecurity data breach attacks by information technology (IT) professionals. Military strategies present a unique opportunity for improving cybersecurity incident response. This case study examines incident response documentation of data breaches occurring at SMBs using the lens of military strategy. Industry best …