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Virtual Registered Nurse: Journey To Improved Outcomes And Increased Patient Satisfaction, Katharine Koch, Brooke Blair, Jennifer Rice, Sue Cross

2025 Henry Ford Jackson Hospital Research Symposium

Purpose: The purpose of this quality improvement project was to improve patient outcomes and increase Background: Many hospitals are being tasked with becoming creative with staffing as the national nursing shortage continues to increase. One creative way many hospitals have combat staffing concerns is with the implementation of a vRN (Hughes et al., 2021). The main goal of the vRN is to decrease workload of the nurses caring directly for the patient at the bedside through visual monitoring, chart reviews, or assistance with specific tasks (Lisk et al., 2020). Methods: The unit leadership team held meetings with staff to identify …

Gustavo Diaz V. Fca Us Llc

2025 Decisions

USDC for the District of Delaware

John Delach V. Lindy Paving Inc

2025 Decisions

USDC for the Western District of Pennsylvania

Warriors And Guardians: Police Recruit Role Orientation And Heterogeneity, Robert Boxerman

Dissertations

American police have experienced an expansion of duties over the last century, and their function has become increasingly diverse. As a result, researchers have developed role orientation typologies to understand how officers view themselves, their attitudes toward their work, and their responsibilities. One such typology is the warrior/guardian framework, where warrior-oriented officers see themselves as crime-fighting soldiers in conflict with criminals, while guardian-oriented officers view themselves as protectors of the community and providers of broader public services. Despite its popularity, there is limited empirical evidence supporting this framework. Further, little research examines how police recruits differentially view their role as …

Leveraging Agent-Based Modeling And A Randomized Intervention To Advance Childhood Physical Activity: A Study Protocol, Matt Kasman, Adam B. Sedlak, Lydia Reader, William J. Heerman, Russell R. Pate, Amelie G. Ramirez, Evan C. Sommer, Shari L. Barkin, Ross A. Hammond

Faculty Publications

This study (1R01HD107002-01A1) protocol describes the planned creation and use of an agent-based model (ABM) of early childhood physical activity (PA). Successful early childhood PA interventions can potentially play an important role in both increasing overall population health as well as closing health disparities across subpopulations. At present, effective strategies for doing so are currently unknown. In large part, this is because PA determinants operate across levels dynamically, interact with one another, and can differ substantially across children. A complex systems approach—specifically, ABM—can be used to provide important insights about effect pathways driving child PA. Design of the proposed ABM …

The Evolution Of Working Women’S Needs: The Impact Of Capitalism, Sexism, And The Feminization Of Teaching On Four Generations Of California Female Educators, Stormie Sutton

LMU Theses and Dissertations

This study investigated systemic challenges female educators in California have faced over four generations, focusing on intersections of capitalism, sexism, and feminization of teaching. Through a critical narrative approach, the study explored how historical and contemporary social structures shaped the professional and personal lives of female educators, many of whom were single-earners in their households. By examining how undervaluation of “women’s work” has perpetuated economic inequities, this research highlighted how low wages and limited professional autonomy historically associated with teaching have compounded issues of financial instability and job dissatisfaction across generations. Using social reproduction theory (SRT) as a framework, this …

A Levinasian Investigation Of Leaders Learning Humility, Spencer Fumio Yamada

Theses and Dissertations

This dissertation examines the development of humility in individuals and business organizations. Humility in business leadership has received increased attention in recent years; however, little is known regarding how individuals and organizations become more humble. The first article in this dissertation is a theoretical examination of humility and argues that the philosophy of ethicist and phenomenologist Emmanuel Levinas provides a theoretical lens by which the development of humility could be productively explored. Levinas argued that the human experience is based on the ethical responsibility that individuals have towards one another, providing a set of assumptions for an examination of professional …

Supporting Female Nontraditional Students In Higher Education: Exploring Instructors And Instructor Leads' Experiences, Adriana Alba

Theses and Dissertations

Women nontraditional students--defined as those who are over 25, delay college enrollment after high school, attend part-time, have dependent children, are single parents, work full-time while studying, or are financially independent--face unique challenges balancing academic pursuits with family and professional responsibilities in online education, yet research on effective support practices remains limited. This study examined the experiences of six BYU-Pathway Worldwide instructors and instructor leads (four instructors and two instructor leads) who support predominantly women nontraditional students in online courses. Using interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) of in-depth interviews and follow-up conversations, the research explored how instructors navigate supporting these students. …

Integrating Temperature-Dependent Tissue Properties Into Hifu Computational Models For Enhanced Treatment Planning, Christian Kevin Valencia Narva

Theses and Dissertations

Objective: High-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) is a non-invasive therapy that ablates diseased tissues with high precision. Computational simulations using the Pennes Bioheat Transfer Equation (PBTE) can guide HIFU treatment by predicting temperature distributions and thermal dose volumes. Traditional simulations assume constant thermal and acoustic properties, which may oversimplify tissue behavior. Methods: This study evaluates the impact of integrating temperature-dependent thermal properties (thermal conductivity, specific heat capacity, and perfusion) in finite-difference time-domain HIFU simulations. Three scenarios were simulated: (1) a homogeneous liver with both high- and low-power sonications, (2) a rabbit thigh muscle validated against preclinical MRTI data, and (3) an …

Development Of A Qualitative Spot Assay For Zinc Detection In Fortified Cereal Grain Matrices, Ashley L. Lamborn

Theses and Dissertations

The present thesis is a compilation of a literature review, journal manuscript, and two standard operating procedures (SOP) on the qualitative determination of zinc in fortified cereal grain products and matrices. The literature review addresses the premise of the research as well as potential solutions for the development of a rapid qualitative spot assay for zinc determination. Quality assurance assays affirm the presence of micronutrients in food fortification initiatives, but no rapid qualitative spot methods for the assessment of zinc currently exist. Chromogenic reagents that may perform a key role in the rapid determination of zinc are identified. The journal …

The Effects Of Cyclic Peptide [R4w4] In Combination With First-Line Therapy On The Survival Of Mycobacterium Avium, Melissa Kelley, Kayvan Sasaninia, Ali Badaoui, Ira Glassman, Arbi Abnousian, Nadia Rai, Rakesh K. Tiwari, Vishwanath Venketaraman

Pharmacy Faculty Articles and Research

Background: Mycobacterium avium (M. avium) is a nontuberculous mycobacterium (NTM) that can cause pulmonary and extrapulmonary infections mostly in immunocompromised individuals, such as those with HIV and diabetes. Traditionally, rifampicin (RIF) and azithromycin (AZ) have been used for a 12-month duration as first-line antibiotics against M. avium. Due to the increased multidrug resistance, novel ways, such as enhancement of macrophages response, are needed to provide adequate immune response required to clear M. avium infection.

Methods and findings: In this study, we aim to study the effects of using THP-1 cells, which are monocyte-like cells, to induce a …

An Evaluation Of Pregnant And Parenting Student Accommodations On Bowling Green State University's Campus, Taylor Reinhart

Honors Projects

Pregnant and parenting students face many obstacles on a daily basis. These students balance responsibilities including classes, homework, parenting, and more, so what are universities doing to improve accessibility for this population? The purpose of this project was to evaluate accommodations in place by Bowling Green State University (BGSU) to support pregnant and parenting students. In this study, I first compiled research about what types of accommodations pregnant and parenting students require on a college campus. Next, I reviewed BGSU's accommodation policies and compared them to those of other institutions in order to evaluate the accessibility of BGSU's campus. Finally, …

California Board Of Accountancy, Shun Lam, Erol Kilic

California Regulatory Law Reporter

No abstract provided.

How Politicians Use Public Relations Strategies To Manipulate The Political Opinions Of Young People, Kylie O’Neil

Honors Theses

With the rise of the internet and social media, politicians have begun to utilize evolving public relations (PR) strategies in the online sphere to sway the political opinions of young people who can or will one day vote. This thesis will analyze these public relations strategies and how they are intended to manipulate the people consuming the content and answer the question of how politicians use public relations strategies to manipulate the political opinions of young people. The data will be collected by monitoring the news as well as social media profiles of multiple politicians on both sides of the …

Dissecting Discourse On Discord: A Linguistic Ethnography Of A Discord Server, Amy Lemmon

2025 Undergraduate Research Showcase

To deepen the understanding of communication in the evolving landscape of digital social spaces, this study conducts an ethnographic analysis of a private Discord server. Data collection methods include participant observation, field notes, interviews, and surveys, which are analyzed for patterns in notable discourse features within a Discord server containing multiple text and voice channels. Prior digital linguistic ethnography research, such as Lauren Collister’s work on World of Warcraft, has examined multimodal communication and mode-switching in live, in-game interactions. Unlike Collister’s study, which focused on real-time speech and text with immediate responses, this research explores asynchronous text-based discourse extending …

Taking A Legal Oath: Historical Context And Cultural Significance, Shavonne Bostaph, Jeff Lingwall

2025 Undergraduate Research Showcase

This research project examines the history and practice of symbolism in courtroom procedure. For instance, the phrase “place your left hand on the Bible, and raise your right hand to take the oath” may be familiar, but its roots are largely forgotten. This project examines those roots in religious and cultural history and then connects them to the psychological and economic effects of administering a modern justice system. To do so, my work was divided into researching three elements: media, courtroom procedure, and historical symbolism. First, to understand the basis of the impact of tradition, I viewed how oaths were …

Fighting Methane With Microbes, Grady Bell, Jared L. Talley

2025 Undergraduate Research Showcase

The dairy industry is and has been a large contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions because of the production of methane during ruminant digestion. As attention on the changing climate increases, the dairy industry has received an increased backlash for its impact. This research seeks to build an understanding of the attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors of various professions in the dairy industry regarding microbial feed supplements, with an emphasis on those which aim to reduce enteric methane emissions (cow burps) while increasing milk yield. Qualitative data will be gathered and quantized through a survey that will be distributed across the …

The Value Of Indigenous Consultation In Lithium Mining, James Grantham

2025 Undergraduate Research Showcase

This research examines the economic, environmental, and social challenges related to the lithium mines at Thacker Pass and Rhyolite Ridge in Nevada. Both mines are located on lands that are historically important to local tribal communities and will affect multiple indigenous tribes in the area. From an economic perspective, I will analyze the regional, national, corporate, and tribal economic benefits to understand the different ways people are benefiting from lithium extraction. There is also the possibility of economic loss faced by tribal communities that are against the mining operations and protest or sue to stop the mines from occurring. The …

The "Anxious" Generation: How Older Generations' Value Systems Endanger Gen Z'S Development, Sailor Nelson

2025 Undergraduate Research Showcase

There is a growing gap between Generation Z and older generations. (e.g., Spencer, 2023). This project explores how misconceptions about Gen Z’s value systems and behaviors contribute to social and emotional development declines. Using Jonathan Haidt and Jesse Graham’s Moral Foundations Theory, along with themes from Dr. April Masarik’s Human Universals Project in the Human Development & Ecology Lab, this research examines how moral values differ across generations and how these differences lead to conflict, misunderstanding, and unnecessary judgement. Misconceptions about Gen Z, such as perceptions of them being “lazy,” “entitled,” or “anxious,” are analyzed in the context of Human …

Effects On Incubation Behavior In American Kestrels, Mackenzie G. Hutchinson, Sarah E. Scott, Linda M. Reynard, Julie A. Heath

2025 Undergraduate Research Showcase

Incubation and parental care are essential behaviors for the healthy development of offspring. Stressors such as migration and disease can affect parental care resulting in altered egg survival and hatch rates. Therefore, varying individual fitness and life history events may lead to changes in reproductive fitness across a population. We examined the relationship between incubation behavior and blood parasite prevalence, migratory strategy (migrant or resident), mass, and first egg date in a population of American Kestrels (Falco sparverius) in southwest Idaho to determine influences on incubation behavior. We observed incubation behavior using nest box camera images taken during …

Medical Board Of California, Byanca Hutchins, Katie González, Erol Kilic

California Regulatory Law Reporter

No abstract provided.

Bureau Of Private Postsecondary Education, Caitlin D. Barón, Katie González

California Regulatory Law Reporter

No abstract provided.

Department Of Insurance, Lisette Cruz, Erol Kilic

California Regulatory Law Reporter

No abstract provided.

Board Of Registered Nursing, Ariana Hussing, Katie González

California Regulatory Law Reporter

No abstract provided.

Evidence-Based Practice Guidelines For Perioperative Insulin Pump Usage And Glycemic Control During The Perioperative Period, Duane Robinson

Doctor of Nursing Practice Scholarly Projects

According to the International Diabetes Federation, Diabetes Mellitus (DM) affects approximately 537 million people, representing approximately 10% of the worldwide population aged 20 to 79. Approximately 400,000 people with DM use continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion (CSII) pumps. CSII pump therapy mimics pancreatic insulin release, aiding in maintaining adequate insulin levels. Individuals with DM are more likely to require surgery than individuals without the disease. Among diabetics, people with Type 1 DM (T1D) are more likely to need medical interventions than individuals with Type 2 DM (T2DM). CSII therapy maintains blood glucose levels within a programmed range and decreases blood glucose …

The Psychological Effects Of Ice Conditions In Long-Term Space Travel, Jamen W. Barker

Student Works

The psychological effects of long durations spent in space remain largely unexplored, as do potential treatments for these effects. This review compiled data from 19 articles found via searches on the APAPsychInfo and Google Scholar databases, as well as a few ancillary sources. These studies are relevant to the study of the psychological effects of space travel and isolated, confined, or extreme (ICE) environments, and research into means of addressing them, as well as limitations in current literature on the topic. Studies found sleep deprivation, largely due to microgravity, to be a contributing factor to increased stress in space. Social …

Artificial Intelligence In The Secondary Classroom: Exploring Teacher Perceptions, Malachi Windemuller

Honors Theses

This qualitative study explores secondary school teachers' perceptions and attitudes toward artificial intelligence (AI) integration in classroom settings. Through in-depth interviews with educators at three diverse high schools across Colorado, Indiana, and Michigan during Fall 2024, the research investigates how teachers understand, implement, and wrestle with AI technology in their pedagogical practice. The study specifically examines four key areas: school dynamics around AI adoption, teachers' personal use of AI tools, student engagement with AI, and recommendations for new educators entering the field.

Key findings reveal that fear and uncertainty remain significant barriers to AI adoption among educators, particularly regarding its …

Balancing The Books—And Doing What’S Right, University Of Dayton

School of Business Administration Blog

What happens when a seasoned FBI investigator walks into a room full of aspiring accountants? At the University of Dayton’s School of Business Administration, it sparks a powerful conversation about ethical courage, career-defining choices, and the hidden pitfalls of professional life.

Championing Equity, Encountering Burnout: A Historical Analysis Of The Influence Of Educational Accountability Policies On Teacher Well-Being, Andrea Summers

JWU Dissertations & Theses

This study explores the relationship between U.S. educational accountability policies and teacher well-being. While researchers have established the instrumental role of teachers in shaping student academic achievement and lifetime outcomes (Darling-Hammond, 2000; Hanushek, 2019), many teachers grapple with high levels of stress and burnout (Steiner & Woo, 2021), which negatively impacts teacher well-being (Herman et al., 2018; Turner & Thielking 2019). The era of educational accountability was initiated to improve K-12 education and ensure equity and excellence for all students (Figlio & Loeb, 2011); however, it has coincided with, and may have exacerbated, teacher stress and burnout (Trinidad, 2023). To …

G-Protein-Coupled Estrogen Receptor 1 And Pregnancy Confer Protection Against Hypertension In Older Females, Ravneet Singh, Supaporn Kulthinee, Victoria L Nasci, Elvis A Akwo, Chibundu Juliet Umunna, Rawan N Almutlaq, Oleh M Pochynyuk, Cassianne Robinson-Cohen, Eman Y Gohar

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

No abstract provided.