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Characteristics, Behaviour And Fluxes Of Microplastics In The Coastal Boundary Zones Of The Persian Gulf And Oman Sea, Sajjad Abbasi, Andrew Turner

School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences

Relatively little is known about microplastics (MPs) in the atmosphere of the coastal zone, including their interaction with the sea surface. In this study, MPs have been determined and characterised in the lower atmosphere, advecting air, depositing dusts, coastal sediments and seawater of the Persian Gulf and Oman Sea using a variety of sampling techniques (including filtration of water and pumped air and deployment of a vertical array of sediment traps). MPs were detected in all samples and were dominated by fibres that were, in most cases, small (<100 μm) and black. MP numbers captured in advecting air showed no trends with height or differences between locations or deployments over land and sea, but a clear increase was observed during strong winds. MPs in atmospheric suspension and in deposited dusts, sediments and seawater were also heterogeneously distributed. Environmental or transport pathway fractionation was evident according to morphology and particle size (% fibres and % small fibres) and to polymer density. Regarding the latter, relatively low-density polymers (e.g., polyethylene, polypropylene) were more abundant in the atmosphere, advecting air and seawater, whereas higher density polymers (e.g., regenerated cellulosics, polyethylene terephthalate) were more abundant in settling dusts and sediments. Fluxes, based on particle counts and converted MP m⁻² h⁻¹, revealed advection (up to ∼ 1.2 × …

The Structure Of The Drp1 Lattice On Membrane, Kristy Rochon, Anelise N. Hutson, Jason A. Mears

Faculty Scholarship

Mitochondrial health relies on the membrane fission mediated by dynamin-related protein 1 (Drp1). Previous structural studies of Drp1 on remodeled membranes were hampered by heterogeneity, leaving a critical gap in the understanding of the mitochondrial fission mechanisms. Here we present a cryo-electron microscopy structure of full-length human Drp1 decorated on membrane tubules. Using the reconstruction of average subtracted tubular regions (RASTR) technique, we report that Drp1 forms a locally ordered lattice along the tubule without global helical symmetry. The filaments in the lattice are similar to dynamin rungs with conserved stalk interactions. Adjacent filaments are connected by GTPase domain interactions …

Humanizing The Icu: Implementation Of Personalized Communication Boards In The Sicu Drives Enhanced Patient And Family Experience, Stephen D. Hoefler

Master's Theses

Objective: Research has established the importance of personalized communication in critical care settings, where standardized tools like whiteboards can improve patient and family engagement.

Aim: This project aims to develop a personalized communication board in the surgical intensive care unit (SICU) at a Bay Area academic quaternary care facility that, once implemented, will achieve at least 75% utilization in patient rooms by May 2025, enhancing communication and patient experiences.

Methods: Surveys were conducted with patients, families, and staff to gather stakeholder input and guide the design of a new standardized whiteboard model with personalized elements. Results: Based on stakeholder feedback, …

Morphological Phenomena In The Dictionary Of Eloquent Origins Of Colloquial Words By Muhammad Nasser Al-Aboudi: Analysis And Evaluation, Riyadh Mohammad Odeh Hamad, Ahmed Ashour Jaaz

Alustath Journal for Human and Social Sciences

A close examination of Muhammad Al-Aboudi’s Lexicon of Classical Origins of Colloquial Terms reveals that Najdi vernacular has preserved many of the classical Arabic morphological patterns and their meanings. Some forms have undergone slight changes from their original classical structures, yet these modifications do not place them outside the bounds of authentic Arabic usage. In this study, I will highlight a selection of commonly used nominal and verbal morphological patterns found in the Najdi dialect. Research problem: There are morphological meters in colloquial Najdi that still retain their connotations that were in the classical language, and there is a need …

Asymmetric Cingulum Bundle Connectivity Is Modulated By Paracingulate Sulcus Morphology, Isabel A Danstrom, Joshua A Adkinson, Meghan E Robinson, Lu Lin, Atul Maheshwari, Ben Shofty, Garrett Banks, Mohammed Hasen, Sameer A Sheth, Alica M Goldman, Eleonora Bartoli, Sarah R Heilbronner, Kelly R Bijanki

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

The cingulum bundle (CB) is a group of axons supporting connectivity among several functional brain networks relevant in healthy and diseased states. The paracingulate sulcus (PCS) is present in at least one cerebral hemisphere across 70% of the population. PCS presence versus absence is linked to differences in structure and function of the anterior cingulate cortex, though the influence of PCS on the white matter of the CB remains unknown. The objective of this work was to define the CB electrographic connectivity profile and determine the impact of PCS morphology on CB engagement. Single-pulse electrical stimulation in combination with stereo-electroencephalography …

The Impact Of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus On The Severity Of Alzheimer's Disease In Hispanic Populations In The Rio Grande Valley: A Pilot Retrospective Chart Review, Maria Camila Gonzalez Tovar, Daniel Salinas, Kelsey Baker

School of Medicine Publications

Background: Alzheimer's disease (AD) is becoming more prevalent worldwide, leading to a growing demand to understand the impact of risk factors on disease progression. Notably, type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) has emerged as a significant risk factor for the development of AD, given the pathophysiological role of insulin resistance in cognitive impairment. In particular, the impact of type 2 DM on AD development and severity may be heightened in Hispanic populations due to the high prevalence of both conditions in this community. Here, we sought to understand the role of type 2 DM in AD severity in a Hispanic population …

Mesoscale Modelling For Investigating The Thermo-Mechanical Behaviour Of Geopolymer Concrete, Feiyu Shi, Long Yuan Li, Shanshan Cheng

School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics

Advancing the understanding of the behaviour of geopolymer concrete subjected to both thermal and mechanical loadings provides valuable assistance in the fire safety design of geopolymer concrete structures. Here in this research, a mesoscale modelling technique was proposed to simulate the free thermal expansion and behaviours of geopolymer concrete subjected to two different loading schemes. Results showed that transient thermal strain was clearly observable in the mesoscale modelling, and due to the existence of transient thermal strain, behaviours of geopolymer concrete under heat-then-load and load-then-heat schemes were quite different. Another further close look at the effect of volume fraction of …

Maximising Solar Pv Potential: A Comprehensive Review Of Factors Affecting Photovoltaic Installation And Generation In A Mild Temperate Oceanic Climate, Aiza Ahmad, Niamh Power, Evan Finnegan

Publications

The urgency of addressing the climate emergency and clean energy transitions have spurred worldwide initiatives to increase utilisation of renewable energy sources. The integration of rooftop photovoltaic panels at domestic level, often underestimated, is a priority across Europe to meet targets of net-zero emissions by 2050. PV systems represent a crucial technology for renewable energy generation and mitigating climate change. However, their performance and potential are influenced by various factors, including environmental conditions, building parameters and geographical factors. This paper demonstrates multiple factors that affect PV potential in mild temperate oceanic climates, using Ireland as a representative case study. Unlike …

Sex Offender Prison Treatment Programs: Outdated Science Masquerading As A Legitimate Penological Objective, Shelby Jones

Penn State Journal of Law & International Affairs (2012 - Present)

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Minding The Gap: The Berne Convention’S Silence On Available Copyright Infringement Damages, Kylie Johnston

Penn State Journal of Law & International Affairs (2012 - Present)

No abstract provided.

Confronting The Injustices That Prevail From Revealing Americans’ Most Private Information: Their Genetic Code, Aubrey Fleming

Penn State Journal of Law & International Affairs (2012 - Present)

No abstract provided.

Sovereignty Vs. Humanity: The Evolution Of International Law In Civil And Colonial Wars And Modern Implications, Dr. Noam Zamir

Penn State Journal of Law & International Affairs (2012 - Present)

No abstract provided.

Tax Treaties In The Wind, Doron Narotzki

Penn State Journal of Law & International Affairs (2012 - Present)

No abstract provided.

Cuba And The Constitution Of A Stable State Of Misery: Ideology, Economic Policy, And Popular Discipline, Larry Catá Backer

Penn State Journal of Law & International Affairs (2012 - Present)

No abstract provided.

Foreword

Penn State Journal of Law & International Affairs (2012 - Present)

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Table Of Contents

Penn State Journal of Law & International Affairs (2012 - Present)

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Dedication

Penn State Journal of Law & International Affairs (2012 - Present)

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Table Of Contents, Georgia State University College Of Law

Georgia State University Law Review

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Foreword, Alison M. Whelan

Georgia State University Law Review

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Faculty Masthead, Georgia State University College Of Law

Georgia State University Law Review

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Member Masthead, Georgia State University College Of Law

Georgia State University Law Review

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Copyright Page, Georgia State University College Of Law

Georgia State University Law Review

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First Inside Page, Georgia State University College Of Law

Georgia State University Law Review

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Cover Page, Georgia State University College Of Law

Georgia State University Law Review

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Inside Front Cover, Georgia State University College Of Law

Georgia State University Law Review

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Quenching The Soul: Friendship's Vital Esence, Jennifer Diaz Villa

Night Flight: Online Literary Journal

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The Gaul, Daniel Wayne Ii

Night Flight: Online Literary Journal

A short story written about a French Hussar's haunting by a Gaul from the Gallic Wars

The Nightly Curse, Thomas Cohen

Night Flight: Online Literary Journal

The Nightly Curse is a fantasy fiction following the life of Theodore Silas, who is torn between two worlds each night he falls asleep and each morning he awakens. At night, he believes that he is Elias Softstar Crystalfire, the hero of Dragon Fawn on a quest to save the realm but, at day, he is Theodore Silas. He can't tell the difference between the worlds he lives during the night and day and can't come to terms that his real identity Theodore.

Off The Beaten Trail, Jennifer Ridenour

Night Flight: Online Literary Journal

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Methodological Memorandum For Michelle Llado-Wrzos' Phd Dissertation, Michelle Llado-Wrzos Ed.D., Cristo Leon Ph.D.

Journal of Roleplaying Studies and STEAM

This methodological memorandum outlines the research approach for Michelle Llado-Wrzos' PhD dissertation, which explores the underrepresentation of women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields. Despite multiple efforts to reduce the gender disparity, female students remain significantly less likely to pursue STEM majors compared to their male peers. The research focuses on assessing the impact of extrinsic motivators—specifically financial incentives and exposure to female role models—on the STEM major choices of female high school students. By adopting a mixed-methods approach, this study thoroughly integrates quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews to examine these motivators.

A quasi-experimental design will assess the …