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A Strategy For Implementing Automatic Enrollment In Trump Accounts, Jin Huang, Michael Sherraden, Lissa Johnson

Center for Social Development Research

In the summer of 2025, the United States created the framework for a national asset-building initiative, but the success of the Trump Accounts policy depends in part on effective implementation. This brief pres­ents a two-step strategy for ensuring that all eligible U.S. children will be able to participate in the program. Leveraging existing federal infrastructure to create capacity for automatic enrollment, this strategy would enable the policy to avoid the high costs and low participation rates of programs with opt-in enrollment structures. The operational model would be built on two foundational components: a centralized Trump Accounts Fund and an automated …

Allogeneic Bone Marrow-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells In The Aging Kidney: Secondary Results Of A Parkinson’S Disease Clinical Trial, Juan D Martinez-Lemus, Donald A Molony, Jessika Suescun, Emily Tharp, Tia S Thomas, Charles Green, Chiamaka Onuigbo, Robert Ritter, Mya C Schiess

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

Background: Kidney function declines with age, largely due to chronic low-grade inflammation. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) have demonstrated immunomodulatory effects in certain immune-mediated kidney diseases, but their role in preserving renal function in aging individuals without chronic kidney disease (CKD) remains unclear. This study presents secondary outcome findings from a randomized clinical trial in Parkinson's disease (PD), evaluating the impact of allogeneic human bone marrow-derived MSCs (allo-hMSCs) on kidney function in an aging population with PD with preserved renal function.

Methods: Subjects with PD aged 50-79 years with baseline estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) > 60 mL/min/1.73 m2 were randomized to …

Patient Experiences After Open Heart Surgery: A Qualitative Systematic Review, Halil Kaya, Orachorn Lumprom, Patricia Schofield, Matt Carey, Jos Latour

School of Nursing and Midwifery

Aim: The aim of this systematic review was to synthesise findings from qualitative studies exploring patients' experiences in hospital or at home following open-heart surgery.Methods: Systematic searches were conducted in CINAHL, MEDLINE, PsycINFO, ProQuest Dissertation and Theses, and Web of Science, covering the period from 2006 to 2023. Studies were selected if they reported a qualitative inquiry into patients’ experiences after open-heart surgery. The quality of eligible studies was assessed using the JBI Critical Appraisal tool. A meta-aggregation approach was used to synthesise the findings.Results: Twenty-one studies were included, representing 266 patients across 10 countries. Findings were aggregated into five …

Poziotinib For Egfr Exon 20-Insertion Nsclc: Clinical Efficacy Of The Phase 2 Zenith Trial And Differential Impact Of Egfr Exon 20 Insertion Location On Sensitivity, Xiuning Le, Jacqulyne P Robichaux, Monique Nilsson, R S K Vijayan, Ashwin Ravichandran, Jia Wu, Yasir Y Elamin, Lingzhi Hong, Jun Pei, Jun He, Sonia Patel, Hibiki Udagawa, Sriramvignesh Mani, Chang Woon Jang, Jeffrey M Clarke, Nishan Tchekmedyian, Jonathan W Goldman, Mark Socinski, Gajanan Bhat, Sharon Leu, Veronica Bunn, Zhenqiang Su, Sylvie Vincent, John W Lawson, Jason B Cross, John V Heymach

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

EGFRex20 insertions (EGFRex20ins) can be classified as near- and far-loop based on the insertion location, however, the impact of location on responses to various EGFR tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs) is poorly understood. In vitro studies show that afatinib, poziotinib, and zipalertinib more potently inhibited near-loop than far-loop insertions, whereas mobocertinib has similar IC50 in both groups. Molecular dynamics simulations reveal that near-loop insertions have multiple conformational states and lower transitional energy than far-loop insertions. ZENITH20 trial cohort 1 (NCT03318939) evaluates poziotinib in EGFRex20 NSCLC patients (n = 115) and demonstrates an objective response rate of 14.8% (95% Confidence …

The Effects Of College Students’ Online Experiences With Racial/Ethnic Discrimination, Alysha Ramirez Hall, Diana J. Meter, Demi Culianos, Aubrey Uresti, Michael Medina, Adrienne Nishina

Faculty Research, Scholarly, and Creative Activity

Time online involves the risk of direct and vicarious online racial/ethnic discrimination. This study examined the day-to-day associations between online racial/ethnic discrimination and positive and negative affect, somatic symptoms, and anxiety. Participants were 208 fourth-year college students (25% men, 72.1% women, 2.9% not reporting gender; 36.1% Asian, 30.3% White, 17.3% Latinx, 7.7% Multiethnic, 8.7% Other; M age = 22 years). The sample resided in the U.S. Data were collected in 2020. Longitudinal data were collected via online surveys using a daily report approach. The prevalence of online discrimination experiences was generally low but impactful. Main effects analyses showed direct online …

Effect Of Adjuvant Vitamin D Therapy On Total Nasal Symptoms Score, Ige, And Eosinophil Levels In Allergic Rhinitis: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis, Rahmi Surayya, Dwi R. Pawarti, Rizka F. Perdana, Citrawati D.K. Wungu

Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal

This review investigated the effects of adjuvant vitamin D therapy on Total Nasal Symptoms Score (TNSS), IgE, and eosinophil counts in patients with allergic rhinitis (AR). The meta-analysis used databases, such as PubMed, Science Direct, Scopus, Web of Science, SAGE journals, and clinicaltrials.gov. Quality appraisal was performed using RoB 2 and NOS tools. The research was guided by the PRISMA 2020 chart and analyzed using RevMan 5.4. Sixteen articles, including 11 randomised controlled trials and five cohorts, met the inclusion criteria. Fourteen articles reported TNSS, while four reported IgE and eosinophil levels. Vitamin D significantly reduced TNSS (SMD -2.24; 95% …

Analysis Of Cyber Public Relations Strategy For Dealing With Hate Speech On Instagram @Indonesiabaik.Id In Maintaining Reputation, Catharina Sylvi Anggraeni, Lisa Esti Puji Hartanti

JURNAL KOMUNIKASI INDONESIA

This study examines the cyber public relations strategies employed by the Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Digital in addressing hate speech on the Instagram account @indonesiabaik.id, aiming to maintain the brand’s reputation among younger audience. Despite the government’s efforts to provide interactive, creative, and relevant content, the account often faces unfavorable reactions due to a perceived gap between the presented content and societal realities. This research aims to analyze the cyber public relations strategy for dealing with hate speech on Instagram @indonesiabaik.id to maintain a reputation. Using concepts of hate speech, public relations, issue management and reputation, this research applies …

Cultural Representation In Global Film Discourse: A Bibliometric Analysis Of Dominant Themes And Western Hegemony, Nur Fajri Hijriyani, Hanun Dzikra Arienda, Firmansyah Firmansyah, Nur Wijaya Hariadi, Alem Febri Sonni

JURNAL KOMUNIKASI INDONESIA

This study investigates the dominant themes and discursive structures within global film scholarship through a bibliometric analysis of 404 Scopus-indexed articles published between 2019 and 2024. Using VOSviewer to map keyword co-occurrence, citation networks, and authorship patterns, the research identifies five major thematic clusters: Hollywood, feminism, representation, Bollywood, and popular culture. The findings reveal a persistent dominance of Western narratives positioning them at the centre of global film studies. In contrast, themes related to non-Western cinema, such as Bollywood, appear less central and more fragmented within the academic discourse. These results highlight how bibliometric patterns reflect broader ideological structures, reinforcing …

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Turkish Journal of Zoology

No abstract provided.

Nontarget Effects Of Abamectin On Cysts And Three Larval Stages Of Marine Microcrustacean Artemia Franciscana, Hashem Khandan Barani, Sahel Pakzad Toochaei, Narjes Sanchooli

Turkish Journal of Zoology

Abamectin (ABM) is a widely used pesticide in agriculture and aquaculture worldwide. However, limited information is available on the toxic impacts of ABM on nontarget marine organisms, necessitating further research to investigate the toxic impacts of ABM on marine life. Hence, this study examined the acute (0.5–2.5 μg/L for 24 and 48 h) and chronic (0.125–0.5 μg/L for 7 days) toxicity of ABM on the marine microcrustacean Artemia franciscana under different incubation conditions and at different stages of development. To simulate a more realistic environmental scenario, some of the exposure tests were conducted in the presence of food or with …

Environmental Controls On Planktonic Community Variability And Ecosystem Responses In The Romanian Black Sea, Cristina Tabarcea, Elena Bișinicu, George-Emanuel Harcotă, Aurelia Țoțoiu, Oana Vlas, Elena Pantea, Luminita Lazar

Turkish Journal of Zoology

This study examines the structure, distribution, and environmental influences on planktonic communities in the Romanian Black Sea, based on data collected from Black Sea national monitoring stations in June 2023. We assessed the qualitative and quantitative composition of phytoplankton, microzooplankton, mesozooplankton, macrozooplankton, and ichthyoplankton, alongside key environmental factors such as temperature, salinity, dissolved oxygen, and nutrient concentrations (nitrite, nitrate, ammonium, phosphate, and silicate). The results highlight the dominance of dinoflagellates within the phytoplankton community, while copepods constitute the most abundant mesozooplankton group. Species from the Codonellidae family mainly represent microzooplankton diversity, while macrozooplankton is largely dominated by the scyphozoan Aurelia …

Cytotoxic And Genotoxic Effects Of Minor Temperature Changes And Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Synthesized Using Plantago Major On Oncorhynchus Mykiss Gonadal Cells, Semra Çi̇çek, Sevda Işik

Turkish Journal of Zoology

Temperature changes and nanoparticle exposure have emerged as critical environmental stressors with potential cytotoxic and genotoxic effects on aquatic species. This study investigates the impact of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs), synthesized using Plantago major leaves, on Oncorhynchus mykiss gonadal (RTG-2) cells under different temperature conditions (23 °C, 24 °C, and 25 °C). RTG-2 cells were exposed to hexagonal ZnO NPs (≤100 nm) at concentrations of 6.25, 12.5, 25, 50, 75, and 100 μg/mL for 24 and 48 h. Cytotoxicity was assessed using the sulforhodamine B assay, and genotoxicity was evaluated via the comet assay. Results demonstrated that both temperature …

A Comparison Between Phalangeal Skeletochronology And Cephalic Parietal Rings In Lizards, Marco A.L. Zuffi, Roberto Sacchi, Marcello Mezzasalma, Maria José Amaral, Miguel Angel Carretero, Fabio Maria Guarino

Turkish Journal of Zoology

The well-defined, layered organization of the cephalic scales in many lacertilians could offer a noninvasive alternative for estimating the individual age of these vertebrates. This study aimed to validate the method of age determination based upon the cephalic scale rings in the genus Podarcis, comparing it to phalangeal skeletochronology, a widely used and highly reliable indirect method for estimating the age of ectotherm vertebrates. We analyzed individuals of P. bocagei (n = 48), P. muralis (n = 16) and P. siculus (n = 8). For each individual, we compared the number of cephalic layers with the number of lines of …

Why Explaining The Impact Of Excluding Preexisting Conditions From A Health Insurance Policy Is So Difficult: Experimental Evidence And Policy Implications, Ira M. Ellman, Ahmed E. Taha, Michael J. Saks, Mark A. Hall

NULR Online

No abstract provided.

Extended Reality And Healthcare Practitioner Well-Being: Scoping Review, Holly Mould, Jonathan Abbas, Michael Loizou, Rohit Shankar, Sheena Asthana, Nick Culley, John Downey

Peninsula Medical School

BackgroundExtended reality may offer a convenient and effective methodof increasing well-being within the wider healthcare workforceand particularly for those working in the mental healthsector who are subject to high levels of stress because ofincreased workload, high levels of staff turnover and limitedresources.AimsThis scoping review aims to identify and assimilate relevantliterature pertaining to the use of extended reality to improvehealthcare practitioners’ well-being.MethodDatabases (MEDLINE, CINAHL, Cochrane and PubMed) and greyliterature were searched for relevant articles using establishedmethodology and reported as per the Preferred Reporting Itemsfor Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) extensionfor scoping reviews.ResultsA total of 280 articles were yielded by the search …

Evaluation Of Robotic Swabbing And Fluorescent Sensing To Monitor The Hygiene Of Food Contact Surfaces, Siavash Mahmoudi, Clark Griscom, Pouya Sohrabipour, Yang Tian, Chaitanya Palleria, Philip G. Crandall, Dongyi Wang

Biological and Agricultural Engineering Faculty Publications and Presentations

Effective environmental monitoring is critical for preventing microbial and allergenic cross-contamination. However, manual swabbing methods, commonly used to verify hygienic conditions, are prone to inconsistent results because of variability in pressure, coverage, and techniques. Two novel solutions will be explored to address these challenges: a robotic swabbing system with tactile sensing control, and a fluorescence/absorbance spectrometer for non-contact, protein-based residue detection. The robotic system was evaluated against trained and untrained humans, measuring water pickup, surface coverage, and pressure consistency. Concurrently, the fluorescence system analyzed model poultry protein soil to correlate spectral patterns with contamination levels. The robotic system demonstrated statistically …

Recovery Of Salmonella And Listeria Monocytogenes From Nonporous Surfaces Based On Surface Sampler Type, Zeynal Topalcengiz, Sahaana Chandran, Francis Torko, Kristen E. Gibson

Food Science Faculty Publications and Presentations

Surface sampling devices ranging in material composition and size can be used in environmental monitoring programs. This study aimed to compare the bacterial recovery efficiency of surface samplers on stainless steel (SS) and polypropylene (PP) surfaces. Separate cocktails of Listeria monocytogenes and Salmonella enterica strains were spot inoculated (1 mL; 40 spots x 25 mu L) on SS and PP surfaces at high (7 log) and low (4 log) concentrations. A cellulose sponge sampler, polyurethane foam sponge sampler, and polyolefin nonwoven fabric sampler were utilized for bacteria recovery from SS and PP surfaces at two surface areas: 1x [929 cm2 …

Lindenwood Digest, September 24, 2025, Lindenwood University

Lindenwood Digest

The Lindenwood Digest has been a digital employee newsletter since 2009.

‘Casar Public Lecture: What Does The Suspension Of The U.S. Refugee Admissions Program Mean For The Mena Region?, The Prince Alwaleed Center For American Studies And Research Casar

Performances, Events, and Presentations

This public lecture offered an overview of the impact that the suspension of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) has had on the MENA region. It begins by tracing the origins of USRAP and its evolution since its establishment in the 1980s. The lecture explores how the program became one of the key legal immigration pathways for African and Middle Eastern immigrants seeking resettlement in the United States. It also critically examines the challenges USRAP currently faces under the present administration, including ongoing legal battles surrounding its termination. Speakers: Zefitret (Zefi) Molla, Doctoral Researcher,The Free University of Berlin (Freie Universität …

A Heart-Breaking Decision: An Ethical Dilemma Involving Pacemaker Deactivation At End Of Life, Haley Grannan, Kimberly Battle-Miller, Kavita Sharma

Aurora GME

Background Requests for pacemaker deactivation at end of life raise unique ethical challenges. Physicians often experience moral distress when patient autonomy conflicts with perceived duties of beneficence and non-maleficence. Case A 74-year-old man with metastatic renal cell carcinoma receiving checkpoint inhibitor therapy presented with third-degree heart block. He underwent extensive evaluations, including cardiac catheterization, transvenous pacing, and steroids. After two cardiac arrests, a permanent pacemaker was implanted. Despite treatment for several weeks, he experienced progressive functional and nutritional decline. He requested pacemaker deactivation with goal of comfort focused care. The hospital ethics committee affirmed his decisional capacity and noted that …

Site-1 Protease Is A Negative Regulator Of Sarcolipin Promoter Activity, Isha Sharma, Meredith O Kelly, Katelyn Hanners, Ella S Shin, Muhammad G Mousa, Shelby Ek, Gretchen A Meyer, Rita T Brookheart

2020-Current year OA Pubs

The timed contraction and relaxation of myofibers in tissues such as the heart and skeletal muscle occur via the tightly regulated movement of calcium ions into and out of the sarcoplasmic reticulum (SR). In skeletal muscle, this phenomenon enables humans to exercise, perform day-to-day tasks, and to breathe. Sarcolipin, a small regulatory protein, prevents calcium ions from entering the SR by binding to and inhibiting SERCA, contributing to myofiber contraction. Disruptions in sarcolipin (SLN) expression are implicated in the pathophysiology of obesity and musculoskeletal disease. However, the mechanisms regulating sarcolipin expression are not clearly understood. We recently showed that site-1 …

Correlation Of Radon Gas Concentrations And Associated Radiological Risks In Soil Using Ssntds With Gis And Spss At Najaf Governorate, Iraq, Rafal Mohamed Abdulsada, Lubna A. Alasadi

Al-Bahir

All human beings are affected by soil directly or indirectly. This study focuses on the effect of radon gas and related radiological risks using SSNTDs, specifically CR-39 detectors, in eighty secondary schools in Najaf and Kufa cities, Najaf Governorate, Iraq. As we recognize the importance of soil and its strong connection to humans, the study focused on areas where public and private schools were built, where students are present, and the potential for radiation risks to affect students' health. The results show that the average concentrations of C, C_Rn were 64.329±59.149 Bq / m³ and 3150.699±2897.036 Bq / …

Green Synthesis Of Copper And Silver Nanostructured Particles From Eremurus Plant Extract And Comparison Of Their Optical Properties And Antibacterial Activities, Doaa Ayad Kamil, Ali F. Al-Rawaf, Mohammed Yarub Hani, H.H. Obeed, Tabarek Falah Deindee, Mohammed Ridha Shaeed

Karbala International Journal of Modern Science

In the present investigation, silver (Ag) and copper (Cu) nanostructured particles were synthesized from Eremurus plant by means of an environmentally benign methodology in which plant extracts served as both reducing and stabilizing agents. The resultant nanostructured particles were subjected to characterization techniques, including X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), field-emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDXS). XRD analysis confirmed development of Ag nanostructured particles with face-centered cubic (fcc) structure and also Cu nanostructured particles with cubic form. Moreover, the average crystallite dimensions obtained for Ag and Cu were 18.3 nm and 65.7 nm, …

Fabrication And Characterization Of Epoxy Resin Co-Doped With 2,5-Diphenyloxazole And Cerium Fluoride Nanoparticles For Radiation Detection, Akapong Phunpueok, Jaruwan Seangrit, Sarawut Jaiyen, Krittiya Sreebunpeng, Wuttichai Chaiphaksa, Kewalee Nilgumhang, Voranuch Thongpool

Karbala International Journal of Modern Science

This paper presents the fabrication and characterization of a plastic scintillator prepared from epoxy resin doped with 2,5-diphenyloxazole (PPO) and cerium fluoride nanoparticles (CeF₃ NPs) for radiation detection. The CeF₃ NPs were prepared by a chemical process and examined by X-ray diffraction (XRD) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM); it was found that the prepared particles were true CeF₃ NPs with an average particle size of approximately 17 nm. The CeF₃ NPs were co-doped with PPO into epoxy resin and formed into a plastic scintillator of 3 cm in diameter and 2 cm in length. Analysis of …

Prevalence Of Work Stress On Marital Stability Of Married Lecturers In University Of Ilorin, Modupe Gbemisola Fatoye, Foluke Nike Bolu-Steve

Buletin Konseling Inovatif

This study investigated the prevalence of work stress and its impact on marital stability among married lecturers at the University of Ilorin, Nigeria. A descriptive correlational survey design was employed, and 100 married lecturers were selected through a multistage sampling technique across five faculties. Data were gathered using a researcher-designed instrument titled “Work Stress and Marital Stability Questionnaire (WSMSQ),” which demonstrated strong reliability with a Cronbach Alpha coefficient of 0.81. Descriptive and inferential statistics, including Pearson Product-Moment Correlation, independent samples t-test, and one-way ANOVA, were used to analyze the data at a 0.05 level of significance. Results revealed a significant …

The Outcomes Of Exercises Pertaining To Application And Reproduction Of Knowledge Within A Preclinical Dental Anatomy Course- A Review, Gitta Radjaeipour, Daniel Castagna, Bernadette Alvear Fa

Oral Health

Synopsis: Applying and reproducing knowledge doctrines are two major themes in teaching and learning exercises in laboratory technique courses. Data reviewed in this study examines the correlation of applying and reproducing knowledge. Exercises included occlusion wax-ups pertaining to application and esthetic wax-ups pertaining to reproduction of knowledge. Methods: Student performances in five consecutive graduating classes from 2013 to 2017 over five year period were observed and association between the two exercises measured. Mean scores in individual and combined groups were assessed. Data showed trends for high and low performers in three modes: combined, occlusion and esthetic performances analyzed. Results: …

Effective Engagement In Online Asynchronous Graduate Courses: How Students Perceive Engagement In Their Graduate Programs, Matthew A. Galeota, Robert M. Mangione, Stephanie M. Foote

New York Journal of Student Affairs

An increase in online learning has created a set of new challenges for higher education institutions. Institutions seek to retain students and ensure they are engaged in their courses. This paper examines forms of engagement that traditional and nontraditional students perceive in their online asynchronous graduate courses at a public flagship university. The authors examined relevant literature and surveyed students across several online graduate education programs. The survey shows that collaborative engagement, specifically the indicator of connecting to institutional opportunities, is the lowest tallied. This suggests that online graduate programs should seek to implement more collaborative engagement indicators. The survey …

A Train The Trainer Approach To Fostering Critical Thinking In Emergency Nursing, Jennifer Wilde, Emily Calabro

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Purpose/Background: Emergency departments (EDs) globally present a challenging environment for new graduate nurses (residents), often impacting proficiency and retention. This pilot study evaluates the effectiveness of an ED Train the Trainer (T3) program in improving resident proficiency, confidence, and retention, as well as preceptor confidence. The program focused on critical thinking and task management skills using the Identify, Intervene, Assess, and Reassess (IIAR) model, addressing the gap between academic preparation and clinical practice.

Methods: A time-series design was employed. The T3 program incorporated various learning modalities, including face-to-face sessions, instructional videos, and hands-on skills practice. Preceptors learned to …

Scoping Review: Ethical Issues Involved In Using Mhealth Technologies In Home Care For Older Adults, Miaomiao Shen

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Background: Advancements in mobile health (mHealth) technologies have reshaped the delivery of healthcare, offering new possibilities for improving the quality of care, particularly for older adults receiving care at home. While the potential benefits of mHealth are considerable, integrating technology into home care for older adults raises several ethical concerns.

Purpose: To explore and map the ethical issues associated with using mHealth technologies in the home care of older adults.

Inclusion criteria: Studies that focus on mHealth technologies used in home care for older adults (aged 65+); Studies that explicitly discuss ethical issues; Original studies incorporating quantitative, qualitative, …

Advancing Nursing Practice With Ai: Mri-Enhanced Machine Learning For Schizophrenia Screening, Yi Hsuan Chiang

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Background: The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into healthcare, especially nursing, offers transformative possibilities for mental health diagnosis. This study explores how MRI-based machine learning can support nurses in accurately identifying schizophrenia, addressing a growing need for innovative diagnostic support in nursing practice.

Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of AI algorithms utilizing MRI data in differentiating patients with schizophrenia from healthy individuals, focusing on the practical applications for nursing in clinical environments.

Methods: MRI data, including Functional Network Connectivity and Source-Based Morphometry from 86 participants (40 patients with schizophrenia, 46 controls), were used to train machine learning models such as …