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Conversations With The Ancestors: Pursuing An Understanding Of Klamath Basin Rock Art Through The Use Of Myth, The Ethnographic Record, And Local Artistic Conventions, Robert David

Anthropology Faculty Publications and Presentations

Past archaeological practices have resulted in a distorted history of Native American cultures based upon western-biased research. This has been especially apparent in the rock art of the Klamath Basin in southern Oregon and northern California. In response to this, Native and non-Native scholars are striving to develop a counter-discourse that both challenges and replaces western constructs in research on Native American communities. The result of this approach is a growing trend within the discipline that has come to be called “Indigenous Archaeology.” Critical to this approach is that Native voices are transported from the margins of the research to …

Lindenwood Men’S Rugby Sees Two Players Taken In Major League Rugby Draft, Truman Griessel

Lindenlink (2012- )

No abstract provided.

Loss Of Dihydroceramide Desaturase Drives Neurodegeneration By Disrupting Endoplasmic Reticulum And Lipid Droplet Homeostasis In Glial Cells, Yuqing Zhu, Kevin Cho, Haluk Lacin, Yi Zhu, Jose T Dipaola, Beth A Wilson, Gary Patti, James B Skeath

2020-Current year OA Pubs

Dihydroceramide desaturases convert dihydroceramides to ceramides, the precursors of all complex sphingolipids. Reduction of DEGS1 dihydroceramide desaturase function causes pediatric neurodegenerative disorder hypomyelinating leukodystrophy-18 (HLD-18). We discovered that

Uc Resources, Space And Budget Committee Agenda 2025-08-27, Northern Illinois University

University Council Archives

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A Protective Role Of Src-1 Against Aging Associated Cognitive Decline, Hesong Liu, Yongjie Yang, Jonathan C Bean, Yang He, Hailan Liu, Rambabu Majji, Chen Liang, Nan Zhang, Meng Yu, Longlong Tu, Qingzhuo Liu, Yue Deng, Kristine M Conde, Na Yin, Mengjie Wang, Yongxiang Li, Junying Han, Sanika Vattakuzhiyil Jossy, Megan Elyse Burt, Hari Krishna Yalamanchili, Chunmei Wang

Duncan NRI Faculty and Staff Publications

Introduction: Research indicates a strong correlation between obesity and the risk of dementia, both are linked to steroid receptor coactivator-1 (SRC-1), a transcriptional coactivator.

Methods: We used RNA sequencing analysis (RNA-Seq) to investigate the transcriptome of SRC-1-KO mice, and identified S100 calcium-binding protein A6 (S100A6), an AD associated gene, as one target of SRC-1. We tested cognitive behaviors in SRC-1-KO mice and mice with a humanized SRC-1 mutation (SRC-1L1376P), and performed promoter luciferase assays on S100A6.

Results: Loss of SRC-1 caused alterations in gene signatures that are commonly associated with neurodegenerative diseases, including AD, and diminished the neural plasticity of …

Navigating 1l First-Gen Professional Office Hours, Cardozo Women's Law Initiative

2025–2026 Flyers

Please join us for an informal office hour for an opportunity to connect with 2lL & 3L first generation professionals/law students. This is a casual event where 1L first gen students/profession are are encouraged to ask questions and gain insight from those who have navigated the legal field without a blueprint.

Modulating Treatment Outcomes Of Patients With Solid Tumors In Immunotherapy Trials: A Drug Interaction Analysis From A Phase 1 Unit, Camila Braganca Xavier, Clark R Andersen, Joann Lim, Julian H Slade, Stacie A Bean, Hung Le, Aung Naing, David S Hong, Ecaterina E Dumbrava, Jordi Rodon Ahnert, Paula R Pohlmann, Sarina A Piha-Paul, Stephane Champiat, Timothy A Yap, Tin-Yun Tang, Funda Meric-Bernstam, Siqing Fu

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

Concurrent use of medications can modulate the effectiveness of immunotherapy. Although this interaction is well documented for immune checkpoint inhibitors, whether this occurs with new experimental compounds has not been evaluated. A computerized data extraction tool was used to collect clinical data and identify the prescription of a predefined set of medications within 30 days of immunotherapy infusion in the Department of Investigational Cancer Therapeutics at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. The primary endpoints were median overall survival (OS) and progression-free survival. Tumor responses were addressed using RECIST. We identified 897 patients. The most prevalent tumor types …

Educator, Community And Student Reflections On Community-Engaged Research And Learning For Mathematics, Gareth A. Tribello, Jason Donaghy, Jyoutir Raj, Joshua Cunningham, Daniel Pyper, David Heaney, Kai Q. Lian, Sarah Conway, Judy Williams, Emma Mckenna

Irish Journal of Academic Practice

Community-engaged research and learning (CERL) is a constructivist pedagogy that involves students working on projects in collaboration with community partners. This approach was introduced to universities in the late 1960s, and although some disciplines have wholeheartedly embraced it, it is still rarely used in mathematics. This paper consists of a series of reflections written by educators, students, community partners and university leaders about a module in a mathematics degree that includes an element of CERL. These reflections demonstrate that community partners find value in the work done by mathematics students and that university leaders are broadly supportive of efforts to …

The Relationship Of Organizational Health Safety Efforts Specific To Covid-19 And Perceived Organizational Support On Affective Organizational Commitment, Suzzee Meusel

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

When health safety efforts for COVID-19 are perceived negatively, the implementation of health safety efforts by employers may not be effective and are therefore likely to fail in protecting employee health, such as in the agriculture industry. Guided by social exchange theory, organizational support theory, and the theory of organizational commitment, this quantitative correlational study involved examining relationships between organizational health safety efforts specific to COVID-19 (OHSE-C19), perceived organizational support (POS), and affective organizational commitment (AOC) among poultry hatchery employees. The study entailed analyzing survey and opinion poll data from 90 participants from two poultry hatcheries in Iowa and Pennsylvania, …

Free-Running Ring Oscillators For Crystal-Free Communication Systems: Design, Simulation Challenges, And Frequency Stability Improvements, Haziq Rohail

Dissertations and Theses

This thesis presents techniques for enhancing the frequency stability of ring oscillators (ROs) for crystal-free wireless communication systems. The first major contribution is a tutorial-style study of frequency stability metrics, providing clear definitions, conversions methods, and comparative analysis of commonly used figures of merit such as phase noise, Allan deviation, and jitter. The second contribution addresses the challenges of simulating phase noise in free-running ROs. Key techniques including Periodic Steady-State Noise (PNoise), Harmonic Balance Noise (HBNoise), and transient noise analysis are evaluated in terms of accuracy, convergence behavior, and simulation runtime. Based on these results, practical guidelines are offered for …

Adapting To Southwest Idaho's Shifting Wildfire Regime: Sustainable Collaboration As A Means To Socioecological Resilience, Olivia Awbrey

Dissertations and Theses

Community wildfire adaptation is happening at multiple scales across the western United States. A range of collaboratively formed groups have addressed compounding issues related to wildfire risk, forest health and land use. In Southwestern Idaho, place-based collaboratives emerging in the early 2000s have considered trade-offs between localized social and ecological needs as they approach wildfire adaptation from the bottom-up. More recently, regional partnerships have emerged that emphasize cross-boundary wildfire risk reduction to cover larger geographic areas for risk mitigation. In between these micro- and macro-scales of activity exist bridging agencies such as county and state-level programs that account for gaps …

Nf1-Depleted Er+ Breast Cancers Are Differentially Sensitive To Cdk4/6 Inhibitors, Meenakshi Anurag, Jonathan T Lei, Long Feng, Chenwei Wang, Diana Fandino, Purba Singh, Hilda Kennedy, Ghazal Yadav, Craig T Vollert, Jill Tsai, Xi Chen, Yi Li, Bora Lim, Alastair Thompson, Shunqiang Li, Charles E Foulds, Bing Zhang, Matthew J Ellis, Eric C Chang

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

Neurofibromin/NF1 is a RAS (rat sarcoma virus) GTPase activating protein and estrogen receptor (ER) transcriptional corepressor. NF1low status, identified by copy number loss or low mRNA/protein expression is associated with endocrine therapy resistance in approximately 20% of ER+/HER2− (human epidermal growth factor receptor 2) early-stage breast cancers. The identification of targeted treatments for NF1low ER+/HER2− breast cancer is therefore a priority. In this study proteogenomic analysis of ER+/HER2− breast cancer demonstrated that NF1low tumors exhibited elevated cyclin-dependent kinase 4/6 (CDK4/6) activity. In cell lines, NF1-deletion had a dual effect on CDK4 activity. First, by promoting ER recruitment to CCND1 …

Telkomsel Siaga Rafi Annual Event Strategy To Improve Brand Image By Senusa Indonesia, Margareta Manalu, Qusnul Khotimah, Alain Rishi Zacharias

Journal of Indonesian Tourism and Policy Studies

This research aims to analyze the strategy of Telkomsel Siaga RAFI annual event organized by Senusa Indonesia in order to improve Telkomsel's brand image. Through this activity, Telkomsel seeks to strengthen relationships with customers and expand its social reach, especially during Ramadan and Idul Fitri 2025. The main focus of this final report is to explore the role of event management strategies in influencing the brand image of Telkomsel. Using brand image theory and direct observation techniques, this research also identifies the steps taken by Senusa Indonesia in designing and implementing events that include knowledge sharing and donations. The results …

The Perception Of Hooliganism And Its Impact Among Naia Collegiate Soccer Players, Eric Street, Fred Cromartie, Steve S. Chen, Brandon Spradley

Findings in Sport, Hospitality, Entertainment, and Event Management

There have been multiple studies with regard to the different aspects of soccer hooliganism throughout the world. Most commonly, studies of hooliganism covered areas such as harassment, vandalism, fighting, theft, public intoxication, and crowd disorder revolving around the games of soccer in various countries. This phenomenon has been studied among the major four professional sports in the United States, yet there has been no extensive research on soccer “hooliganism” associated with Major League Soccer (MLS). This study examined the survey responses from 101 National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) soccer players to identify their perceptions on severity of hooliganism and …

How Peer Mentoring Makes A Difference In Performance Of Ati Scores, Megan Savage, Nacole Sestrich, Margaret Nielsen

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

Abstract Text: The presentation will be about how peer mentoring improves student outcomes. We are taking our experiences as peer mentors and creating this project. We want to showcase our research findings from Montana Technological University and the success we have seen. While being the peer mentors for the nursing program, we have seen an increased passing rate on ATI exams. We will be looking into the Pharmacology and the Fundamentals ATI’s that our institution takes. We will start with explaining what peer mentoring is and what we do as peer mentors. Then, we will explain our findings from our …

The Impact Of Emergency Remote Learning During The Covid-19 Pandemic On Student Learning Outcomes, Kelley Bazemore

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

Background: Prelicensure nursing programs have traditionally taught students in person. In March 2020, as the novel coronavirus spread, many programs changed to emergency remote learning.

Methods: This exploratory, retrospective study examined the impact of emergency remote learning on three learning outcomes (completing the program within the published time, scoring >74.7% on the ATI Comprehensive Predictor Assessment, and passing the NCLEX-RN on the first attempt). The study received IRB approval and was exempt from review. This study had two aims: to determine the relationship between the time students spent in emergency remote learning and three outcomes, and to examine the relationship …

Integrating Virtual Reality Into Workplace Civility Training, Rachel Marie Demeter, Michael Ackerman, Jacalyn Buck, Stephanie Justice

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

Workplace incivility is exponentially more detrimental in healthcare than in other professions. Through the degradation of communication pathways and team dynamics, incivility can negatively impact patient care quality and outcomes and place the success of organizations in potential jeopardy¹. A variety of situational and environmental factors make the perioperative department a well-known, well-documented reservoir for harboring cultures of incivility². Guided by evidence on the effectiveness of multi-modal learning³ and virtual reality (VR) technology for knowledge and skill enhancement, an innovative, multi-modal civility training curriculum with application of integrated VR technology^4-5 as the mode for …

Implementation Of An Evidence-Based Emotional Wellness Program For First-Semester Nursing Students, Alana L. Long

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

First-semester nursing student attrition rates average 35% in a community college located in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States, with high-stress levels identified as a primary contributing factor. Addressing emotional wellness is critical to mitigating stress and improving retention among nursing students. This project implemented a 4-week evidence-based emotional wellness program to enhance students’ coping strategies, reduce perceived stress, and promote overall well-being. The Iowa Model of Evidence-Based Practice guided the development and implementation of the program, which included microlearning modules, nature-based experiential learning, meditation, and holistic activities. First-semester nursing students enrolled in a fundamentals of nursing course were …

Mhealth For Nurses' Mental Health, Cynthia Moore

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

Background: Post-pandemic surveys show continue to show high rates of exhaustion, burnout, anxiety, and intention to leave the job in hospital nurses. Early-career nurses who experience burnout and exhaustion in the first 1-3 years of their career have a job turnover rate of approximately 46%, and are more prone to physical complaints, insomnia, and cognitive problems 10 years later. Few studies have focused on using mental health mobile apps (mHealth) in the hospital nurse population to help decrease the negative effects of a stressful work environment.

Purpose: This randomized controlled trial (RCT) pilot study has three aims: 1. to determine …

Hippocrates And Nightingale: Ancient Medicine And Modern Nursing, Callie Wiedle

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

This presentation aims to examine and understand the influence that Hippocrates’ fundamental theories of medicine had on Florence Nightingale’s development of modern nursing care. Hippocrates has gained the nickname “the father of modern medicine” and Nightingale has claimed the title “the mother of modern nursing”. This presentation will argue that without Hipporcates’ revolutionary ideas in medicine the framework of modern nursing would have taken much longer to develop, if it was ever developed into what we know today. Nightingale took Hippocrates’ revolutionary ideas regarding hygiene, the environment, and holistic patient care; and adapted them into the systematic approach to modern …

The Impact Of Cultural Awareness Education On Cultural Competence Among New Graduate Nurses, Leilany Nicoles Porrata

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

The purpose of this study is to determine whether traditional nursing education aligns and correlates with formal cultural awareness education of new graduate nurses, and how they translate their practice into culturally competent care. The research studies I selected for my project were qualitative research, systematic reviews, and current nursing students' responses. This evidence showcases that providing educational interventions to incorporate cultural awareness in education would add to the competency of newly graduated nurses. Individualized care is emphasized in the traditional nursing curriculum framework, but there should be a form of cultural awareness training. Educational interventions ranged from webinars and …

Education, Evaluation, And Impact Of A Delegation Learning Session In The Care Pair Model, Tiffany Michelle Whitney

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

This study examines the relationship of a structured educational intervention related to registered nurse (RN) delegated practice within the Care Pair Model (CPM) in a medical-surgical unit for its potential to expand the utilization of Nursing Assistants (NAs) in the nursing shortage in health care. CPM employs NAs as complement staff for RNs thus shortening workloads and improving patient care but relies on the RN's ability to communicate clearly and delegate responsibilities. A literature review done identifies that there is a gap in available information about CPM and delegation and thus this study looks at the educational intervention of delegation. …

Implementing Adjunct Surgical Count Technology, Herschel Bernard Holden

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

Adjunct surgical count technology refers to advanced methods and systems designed to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of surgical counts, which are critical for preventing unintended retained surgical sponges. This technology often incorporates digital tools like barcode scanning, radiofrequency identification (RFID), and intelligent surgical sponges. Automating the counting process reduces human error, allowing for real-time tracking of sponges throughout the surgical procedure. This can involve using handheld devices or integrated systems that automatically log usage. The systems integrate with the electronic health record (EHR) and surgical management systems, providing comprehensive tracking reporting capabilities. This integration facilitates better communication among surgical …

Fast Births, Ready Nurses: Simulation Training For Emergency Nurses, Jamie Clemons

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

The High-Fidelity Precipitous Delivery Management Simulation (PDM HFS) program was developed to address the critical need for specialized training among emergency department nurses, especially in rural communities where access to obstetric services is increasingly limited. As labor and delivery units continue to close, the responsibility for emergency departments to assume greater responsibility for managing precipitous deliveries and associated complications is increasing. The PDM HFS training program aims to enhance emergency department nurses' self-efficacy and clinical skills through high-fidelity simulation training, ultimately improving maternal outcomes. This study aims to evaluate the impact of the PDM HFS program in preparing emergency department …

Reminisce And Relive Joyful Memories Despite Dementia, Candice Cacal Nono

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

Background: Dementia is a progressive neurological disease that affects cognition and behavioral and mood impairments, such as depression, that must be addressed. The DNP Project implemented an evidence-based intervention to improve healthcare outcomes involving depression in patients with dementia in a long-term care setting.

Problem: Dementia is a progressive neurological disease affecting mood and conditions that can lead to depression, affecting a patient’s quality of life. A quality improvement project was implemented in a long term care facility in Chicago, Illinois.

Methods: Eight residents with mild to moderate dementia participated in an eight-week Group Reminiscence Therapy program to measure the …

My Time With The Fusion Industry Association (“Fia”): Future-Focused Policy For A Fusion-Powered America, Erik J. Rorem

The Dialogue

No abstract provided.

A Memo On A U.S.- Egypt-U.A.E. Coalition For Reconstruction And Peacekeeping In Gaza, Erik J. Rorem

The Dialogue

No abstract provided.

Race To Robustness: Adaptation To Globalization In Authoritarian Regimes Of The Middle East, Lexi Eid

The Dialogue

The Middle East has been notably absent from the wave of democratization and failed to adapt to globalization since the 1990s. In the Middle Eastern countries, the economy has largely stagnated and the political system has remained authoritarian despite popular revolts during the Arab Spring. Earlier literature often emphasized the cultural and religious differences between the Middle East and the rest of the world. However, the Arab Spring proved that the Middle East could be a part of the democratization wave. More recent literature attempts to explain this surge of public response to the regime and explores how the authoritarian …

Unearthing The Promise And Peril Of Superfund Crackdowns With Esg, Abigail Kenwood

The Dialogue

No abstract provided.

Constraints And Conservatism: The Effect Of Presidential Choices On Voting Patterns Of Supreme Court Justices, Tyler Mccall

The Dialogue

The decisions of the Supreme Court are constantly featured in news headlines with the accusation that the core institution of the judicial branch is completely politicized. In fact, justices are directly chosen by presidents who have clear political and constitutional agendas. But what about justices whose voting behavior and opinions seem less politically motivated than others? One major answer to that query may lie in the difference between constrained and unconstrained choices. When a president chooses a nominee based on political promises made or limitations imposed by other branches of government, that choice is constrained because those nominees must appeal …