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Poem, Water Hyacinths, Gloria Muñoz

Creekshed: Ekphrastic Writing with the Archives

Water Hyacinths is a poem that explores the sights, sounds, and composition of Florida through a synthesis of mythological imagery and theatrical descriptions. The poem presents the state as a natural entity that conceals and reveals itself in both whimsical and dire situations and phrases.

Lehr Named 2026 Kemp Award Winner, Julia Perez

Press Releases 2020-2029

No abstract provided.

Faculty Senate Minutes, Academic Year 2024-2025, April 17, 2025, Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Minutes

Minutes for the Faculty Senate Meeting held April 17, 2025

"Guided By A Global Perspective": The Global Teaching Practices Of Social Work Faculty, Janine M. Speiser

Social Work Doctoral Dissertations

The Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) states that the social work profession is guided by a global perspective and the enhancement of life for all people, both locally and globally. Per the CSWE Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (2022 EPAS), the social work curriculum of an integrated program includes global content that is specifically related to racism, oppression, and policy. However, literature suggests that the incorporation of global content into social work education has been slow, sparse, and siloed. The purpose of this study was to explore the extent to which social work faculty have integrated global content from …

Improving No-Show Rates At A Federally Qualified Health Center (Fqhc), Christelle M. Hernandez

Doctor of Nursing Practice Final Project Abstract

The purpose of this quality improvement project was to improve no-show and missed appointments among adult patients at a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in greater Houston, TX in the adult medicine department. This intervention aimed to decrease no-show and missed appointment rates to 20% or below to improve productivity, yield less staff burnout, and improve patient healthcare outcomes. A 4-week initiative was completed to identity top reasons and to reduce no-shows. A no-show outreach initiative was developed and used in the electronic health record (EHR) and targeted to patients identified as most likely to not show cancel an …

Asynchronous Development Of The Mouse Auditory Cortex Is Driven By Hemispheric Identity And Sex, Ashlan P Reid, Demetrios Neophytou, Robert Levy, Cody Pham, Hysell V Oviedo

2020-Current year OA Pubs

Lateralized auditory processing is essential for specialized functions such as speech processing, typically dominated by the Left Auditory Cortex (ACx) in humans. Hemispheric specializations also occur in the adult mouse ACx, but their developmental origins are unclear. Our study finds that the Left and Right ACx in mice reach developmental milestones at different ages. Thalamocortical responses and maturation of synaptic dynamics develop earlier in the Right ACx than the Left. We show that this timing offset predicts hemisphere-dependent differences in sensory-driven plasticity. Juvenile tone exposure at specific times results in imbalanced adult tone frequency representations in the Right and Left …

Prevalence Of Medical Writing In Hematological Malignancy Review Articles, Héctor A Vaquera-Alfaro, Elham Nasrollahi, Yashvin Onkarappa Mangala, David Russler-Germain, Aaron Goodman, Ghulam Rehman Mohyuddin

2020-Current year OA Pubs

BACKGROUND: Medical writing services, initially developed to streamline manuscript preparation, have raised ethical concerns due to their association with industry influence and spin. While prevalent in oncology and malignant hematology clinical trials, medical writing involvement in review articles remains underexplored, particularly in the hematology literature. Furthermore, conflict of interests of the writers may also affect the content of review articles. This study investigates the prevalence, characteristics, and funding sources of medical writing in malignant hematology review articles and their relationship with the financial conflicts of interest (CoI) among authors.

METHODS: We conducted a cross-sectional analysis of review articles published in …

Age-Related Meningeal Extracellular Matrix Remodeling Compromises Cns Lymphatic Function, Kate Hitpass Romero, Taylor J Stevenson, Leon C D Smyth, Ben Watkin, Samuel J C Mccullough, Luca Vinnell, Amy M Smith, Patrick Schweder, Jason A Correia, Jonathan Kipnis, Mike Dragunow, Justin Rustenhoven

2020-Current year OA Pubs

Efficient clearance of central nervous system (CNS) waste proteins and appropriate immune surveillance is essential for brain health. These processes are facilitated by lymphatic networks present in the meninges that drain cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Age-related impairments to meningeal lymphatic drainage contribute to CNS waste accumulation and immune dysfunction, yet the underlying mechanisms remain poorly understood. Here, we identify extracellular matrix (ECM) remodeling in the aged dura as a key driver of CSF clearance deficits, demonstrating that peri-lymphatic collagen accumulation disrupts lymphatic function. Exploring immune-derived factors contributing to this ECM remodeling, we identify transforming growth factor beta 1 (TGFβ1) as a …

The Essential Calcium Channel Of Sperm Catsper Is Temperature-Gated, Dilip K Swain, Citlalli Vergara, Júlia Castro-Arnau, Polina V Lishko

2020-Current year OA Pubs

The flagellar calcium channel CatSper is essential for male fertility, as it regulates calcium influx to trigger the hyperactive motility required for sperm to fertilize the egg. Precise activation of CatSper is critical, as premature activation can impair sperm function. While optimal temperature is known to influence fertilization, its effect on CatSper remains unknown. By directly recording from mouse spermatozoa, we reveal that CatSper functions as a temperature-gated ion channel, with a thermal threshold of 33.5 °C and a temperature coefficient Q

Observing The Enablers For Achieving Sustainability In Saudi Oil Industry Cities According To Vision 2030 Aspirations: A Case Study Of Jubail Industrial City, Abdulrahman Salem Alruwaili, Mohammad Alghamdi Prof.

Emirates Journal for Engineering Research

The research emphasizes the ongoing need to enhance sustainability in Saudi industry cities, which are vital to the Saudi economy and contribute significantly to non-oil revenue streams. This study explores the key factors enabling sustainability in such cities by focusing on Jubail Industrial City, which has developed over 50 years. Using a descriptive-analytical methodology, the research highlights that Jubail Industrial City has a well-developed infrastructure, establishing it as a crucial logistics hub that connects Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with global cities. The city has made significant contributes to the national GDP and attracts national and international talent by adopting sustainable …

Acoustic Filter For Biopharmacy, Nicholas Rivet

Three Minute Thesis (3MT)

The design and development of a novel flow induced acoustically tuned “filterless” filter is proposed. The proposed research is on developing two or more prototypes that function as a cell retention device for perfusion cell cultures used in continuous manufacturing of monoclonal antibodies and recombinant proteins. This research will provide a non-invasive, cost-effective, flexible, and robust cell retention device for sustainable manufacturing of biologics.

Capturing Tradition: The Business, Branding, And Personal Identity Of Senior Portraits In The Modern South, Xenia R. Minton

Honors Theses

The rise of college students starting photography businesses, particularly in graduation portraits, has transformed the creative and entrepreneurial landscape in the South. This thesis explores the senior portrait culture at the University of Mississippi, analyzing its rapid growth through the perspectives of photographers and academic experts in Southern Studies. Grounded in eight years of experience as a photographer, this study examines the evolution of the industry, business strategies, and cultural significance. Through interviews with seasoned senior portrait photographers and Southern Studies professors, this research investigates how regional traditions, social media, and consumer expectations have shaped the profession. By analyzing these …

2025.04.17 - Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes, Northeastern Illinois University Board Of Trustees

Board of Trustees - 2025

Meeting materials for the NEIU Board Trustees

Latino Parent-Daughter Relationships: Educational Motivation And Persistence In High School To Community College Transition, Marlen Vasquez

Student Theses and Dissertations

This dissertation is a qualitative exploration of the experiences of Latina daughters of immigrant parents during the critical transition from high school to community college. Focusing on the role that Latino parents have in affecting their daughters' educational motivation and persistence, the research employed semi-structured, in-depth interviews with Generation 1.5 (immigrated to the U.S. as children or youth) or second-generation (born in the U.S. to immigrant parents) Latina daughters. The interviews allowed for a comprehensive examination of the complex factors affecting these young women's educational journeys. These experiences did not occur in isolation. In addition to struggling with emergent ethnic, …

The Effects Of Winter Street Treatment On Chester Creek Water Quality During Snow Melt Events, Birgit Hagedorn

ISER Reports

Water quality parameters for temperature, electrical conductivity, dissolved oxygen, pH, and turbidity and ion activity for calcium, chloride, and magnesium were measured during a period of five winters at eight locations along Chester Creek that flows from the Chugach Mountains east of the Municipality of Anchorage through the Municipality to the west into Knik Arm. The goal of the project was to identify the impact of meltwater on water quality due to common winter street treatments. Each year had its unique conditions. Melt events occurred when air temperature reached above freezing which were sometimes accompanied by rain events that enhanced …

Research On The Resilience Of Integrated Urban Passenger Transport Network In Urban Agglomerations Considering The Intra-Urban Service Network, Shida Nie, Chengbing Li, Bowei He, Xintao Li

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: In order to solve the problem of insufficient comprehensiveness and refinement of the urban agglomeration passenger transport network model, Space L modelling method in complex network theory is adopted to construct a comprehensive urban passenger transport network model considering the urban internal service network. A comprehensive urban passenger transport network composed of intercity networks and intra-city service networks is built, and time-dependent edge weights in the network is considered. A time-weighted network efficiency model is proposed to evaluate the network resilience. The results show that under a random attack strategy, the relative time efficiency of the network fluctuates less, …

A Multi-Robot Collaborative Path Planning Algorithm With Chain Working Mode, Zhigang He, Dayan Li, Niya Wang, Jianlin Mao, Ning Wang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: In order to solve the problem that the traditional MAPF algorithms can lead to a large number of repeated paths and thus non-essential energy loss in application scenarios where multiple robots have a common goal point, a multi-robot chain work mode with a tractor is proposed, which divides the robots with common target points into subgroups for multi robot collaborative path planning, and a collaborative dynamic priority SIPP with tractor (Co-DPtSIPP) algorithm is given. The polygonal Fermat point principle and other methods are used to obtain the serial connection areas of each collaborative group robot; considering the sequence of …

Traffic Signal Detection Based On Improved Yolov7, Lanyue Zheng, Yujie Zhang

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: An improved YOLOv7 is proposed to address the problem of low recognition accuracy in general object detection algorithms for traffic signal detection. The algorithm removes the 20×20 detection scale and adds a 160×160 detection scale to increase shallow features while making the model lightweight. It combines the bi-level routing attention (BRA) proposed in BiFormer with axial attention, and innovatively proposes axially-guided BRA (ABRA). This module is specifically designed for the characteristics of traffic signal positions. To address the issue of object size sensitivity to the IoU metric, the normalized wasserstein distance (NWD) measurement is introduced to improve object location …

Research On Dual-Layer Path Planning Method For Lunar Rover Based On Slip Prediction, Zhang Xingyu, Baolei Wu, Jun Wang, Miaoying Hong, Jiahui Wang, Yongqiang Qi

Journal of System Simulation

Abstract: In response to the challenges faced by lunar rovers in the process of path planning, such as safe obstacle avoidance and target deviation caused by complex terrain, a dual-layer path planning based on slip prediction is proposed. In this approach, flat terrain is adaptively selected to reduce the wheel slip of the lunar rover. The overall complexity of the terrain is calculated using digital elevation information, and a Q-learning algorithm with a three-level reward mechanism is designed to navigate around highslip areas, achieving global path planning. A depth camera is used to perceive obstacles, a dynamic window method based …

Dietary Patterns And Their Effects On C-Reactive Protein Regarding Female Reproductive Disorders, Mckenzie Moe

Theses and Dissertations

Objectives: Chronic inflammation, as indicated by elevated C-reactive protein (CRP), plays a critical role in women’s reproductive health disorders. CRP is one of the most common biomarkers of inflammation. Dietary components, lifestyle factors, and women’s reproductive health disorders are major components that influence the levels of CRP within the body. Other influential factors include injury, infection, and illness. The purpose of this review is to explore the findings of literature available on nutrition interventions for CRP levels in consideration of women's reproductive disorders.

Methods: This narrative review examines the works of 15 articles, including 10 cross-sectional and five longitudinal designs. …

The Role Of Almonds In Exercise Recovery And Athletic Performance, Kathryn M. Trochman

Theses and Dissertations

Objectives: During exercise, many trained athletes and physically active adults experience symptoms of exercise-induced muscle damage (EIMD). The effects of EIMD can cause limitations in athletic performance and increased duration of exercise recovery. Nutritional interventions have shown results in improving the duration of recovery. However, there are few studies completed on common food items. This review aims to examine the role of almonds in exercise recovery and athletic performance. Methods: A literature search was conducted utilizing Google Scholar, PubMed, CINAHL Ultimate, and reference hand searching. The search parameters included the dietary intervention of almonds for trained athletes and physically active …

Antithrombotic Therapy Improves Icu Mortality Of Septic Patients With Peripheral Vascular Disease In Shebin Elkom Teaching Hospital, Talal Ibrahim Mostafa Hagag, Mohamed Abdelsamie Abdelkhalek Elbahat, Shimaa Mohamed Wahed Kalama Dr

Journal of Medicine in Scientific Research

Background One of the main reasons critically ill patients suffer from severe illness and pass away, especially those who already have peripheral vascular disease (PVD), is sepsis. Sepsis's hypercoagulable condition exacerbates microvascular thrombosis, resulting in organ damage and unfavorable clinical outcomes. Antithrombotic treatment options, such as anticoagulants, antiplatelet medications, or a combination of these, have the potential to improve sepsis patients' prognosis. Objective In this study, septic patients with peripheral vascular disease (PVD) who were admitted to Shebin Elkom Teaching Hospital are examined for the effects of antithrombotic therapy on ICU mortality and clinical outcomes. Methods 112 septic ICU patients …

Shaping Young Minds: How Parental Reactions Influence Children’S Emotions And Behavior, Mya Isenberg

Psychology Student Publications

The way parents respond to situations can really shape how children deal with stress, build relationships, and control their actions. This paper explores how different parenting styles like authoritative authoritarian permissive and neglecting affect emotional and behavioral development.

Super Bowl Champion A.J. Brown Named Ole Miss Commencement Speaker, Marvis Herring

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver and former Ole Miss Rebel A.J. Brown will go from catching touchdowns in the Super Bowl to delivering words of encouragement and inspiration at the University of Mississippi's 172nd annual Commencement on May 10.

The Influence Of Smartphone Usage On Students’ Academic Performance, Sense Of Belonging, And Self-Efficacy, Zachary Ross Weinstein

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Since the COVID-19 pandemic ended, U.S. postsecondary students' smartphone usage has increased. Smartphone usage has become more embedded into campuses and affects the lives of students pursuing postsecondary education. This study sought to explore whether three specific measures of smartphone usage can predict students' academic performance, self-efficacy, and sense of belonging. These measures included daily average screen time, daily average social screen time, and problematic smartphone usage.

First-time freshman (FTF) participants (n = 154) were sampled from four institutions of higher education in the Southeastern region of the United States. This study followed a cross-sectional design to distribute a survey …

Enhancing Clinical And Academic Excellence With Clinical And Education Librarians, Evelyn Wang

HSLIC Faculty and Staff Instructional Resources

his presentation provides an overview of the Clinical and Education Librarian’s role at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Library and Informatics Center (HSLIC). It details the librarian’s support for residents, faculty, and healthcare professionals in clinical practice, academic achievement, and research activities. The presentation highlights orientation for new residents, meeting support (including patient rounds, M&M conferences, journal clubs, and case discussions), research guidance (such as literature searching and citation management), and workshops on databases and tools like Zotero. The goal is to enhance clinical decision-making, streamline research, and empower patrons to efficiently access and manage information throughout their …

Glycation Metabolites Predict Incident Age-Related Comorbidities And Mortality In Older People With Hiv, Xi Qiao, Liangliang Zhang, Ming Wang

Faculty Scholarship

Glycation is a class of modifications arising from non-enzymatic reactions of reducing sugars with proteins, lipids, and/or DNA, generating advanced glycation end-products (AGEs). AGEs are linked to many age-related comorbidities. In response to HIV-1 infection, activated T-cells and macrophages shift their predominate metabolism from oxidative phosphorylation to glycolysis. Increased glycolytic flux enhances AGE formation, which may increase age-related comorbidities. In this prospective, multicenter cohort study of antiretroviral therapy treated people with HIV, we explored predictive associations by baseline plasma AGE concentrations and their corresponding detoxification metabolites, with incident comorbidities and mortality. AGEs included dicarbonyl sugars: 3-deoxyglucosone, glyoxal, and methylglyoxal. Methylglyoxal-derived …

Understanding Dialogic Interactions In Online Religious Education, Isaac Munoz Moreno

Theses and Dissertations

In this study, I explored how Latter-day Saint higher education professors experienced and facilitated dialogic interactions in online religion courses. Seven instructors who taught synchronous and asynchronous virtual courses at Brigham Young University participated in semi-structured interviews focused on their pedagogical approaches, relational practices, and perceptions of student engagement. Guided by hermeneutic phenomenology and drawing on principles of dialogic pedagogy, I explored how religion instructors cultivated dialogue in virtual classrooms grounded in doctrinal instruction. The findings revealed how professors created a relational presence, navigated institutional constraints, and fostered deep learning and spiritual growth environments. While some participants viewed online dialogue …

2025 April 17 - From My Notepads Newsletter, Office Of The President, East Tennessee State University, Brian Noland

From My Notepads: A Newsletter from President Brian Noland

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Vocal And Articulatory Speech Control Deficits In Individuals With Post-Stroke Aphasia, Roozbeh Behroozmand, Zeinab Khoshhal Mollasaraei, Vahid Nejati, Ayoub Daliri, Julius Fridriksson Ph.D.

Faculty Publications

Individuals with post-stroke aphasia exhibit deficits in regulating vocal (i.e., laryngeal) pitch control during speech vowel production; however, it is not determined whether such deficits also exist when they control their supra-laryngeal speech articulators during word production. To address this question, 19 subjects with post-stroke aphasia and 20 controls were tested under an altered auditory feedback paradigm in which they received + 30% shifts in their vowel first-formant frequency during word production. In addition, 17 aphasia subjects and 19 controls from the same groups also completed steady vowel vocalizations while receiving randomized pitch shifts at ± 100 cents. Consistent with …