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The Absolution On The Mountain Pass, Tyler Donegan

The Alembic

No abstract provided.

Heaven’S Star, Claudia Deluca

The Alembic

No abstract provided.

The Last Miller, Eleanor Phillips

The Alembic

No abstract provided.

Beyond The Lens, Riley Londraville

The Alembic

No abstract provided.

A Reflection On Growing Up As A Girl, Sydney King

The Alembic

No abstract provided.

Contributors' Notes, Providence College

The Alembic

No abstract provided.

April 22, 2025 Blazer Weekly, University Of Alabama At Birmingham

Blazer Weekly (student newsletter)

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Rodrigo's Extra Credit Assignment: Can Pleadings Be Both Plausible And Fair?, Richard Delgado

Texas A&M Law Review

Critical race theory has enabled followers to understand some of the twists and turns of racial history and the rise and fall of constitutional values such as equal protection. But does it have anything useful to say about blackletter subjects such as civil procedure?

In the following chronicle, Rodrigo and his straight man, “the Professor,” discuss whether legal storytelling and narrative analysis can counteract one source of unfairness in our procedural system.

Meeting by chance during a routine errand by the Professor, the two discuss Iqbal, Twombly, and the heightened plausibility requirement they impose for filing a complaint …

Does The Press Get Special Rights?, Lauren Gailey

Texas A&M Law Review

The press occupies a place in our system of government so unique and important that it’s often referred to as the “Fourth Estate.” The press is charged with ensuring that voters have the information they need to elect their leaders, shedding a sanitizing light on the inner workings of the government, and acting as a counterweight to its enormous power. In recognition of these functions—and, presumably, to enable and promote them—the architects of the Bill of Rights permanently enshrined the press in its own clause of the First Amendment.

Yet two centuries later, scholars have generally accepted that the press …

Inclusive Prosperity, Deanna S. Newton

Texas A&M Law Review

Gentrification affects almost every American city to varying degrees, involving different parties with different interests. While positive changes are associated with gentrification, low-income individuals are often displaced from their communities due to increased rent costs and property values. Throughout our nation’s history, the federal government has offered tax incentives to those who invest in low-income areas that have historically suffered disinvestment. These tax incentives encourage investment by providing tax benefits and minimal investment constraints. However, because investors are not required to tailor their investments to meet the needs of communities, the unintended consequence of these programs is that residents do …

We Give Laws A Bad Name: An Empirical Examination Of How Misleading Law And Pac Names Pollute Legal Perception, Brian Sheppard, Andrew Moshirnia, Charles Sullivan, Brian C. Jones

Texas A&M Law Review

Journalists and commentators have dismissed acronym-titled laws like the SAFE Act (Secure Access to Firearms Enhancement Act) and slogan-based political action committee (“PAC”) names like Americans for America as window dressing concocted by uncreative political operatives. Beyond the fact that law titles and PAC names have become punching bags in the press, they share another quality: they both appear with frequency in political ads about ballot initiatives and sometimes appear on ballots themselves. Because of their salience in election and voting scenarios, law titles and PAC names have been used tactically in an apparent effort to increase the memorability or …

Implications For "Adjacent" Waterbodies After Sackett V. Epa, John C. Colson

Texas A&M Law Review

The Supreme Court’s recent ruling in Sackett v. EPA has rolled back Clean Water Act (“CWA”) protections for many wetlands on private property. Justice Kavanaugh’s little-commented-on concurrence identifies a class of waterbodies now unprotected by the CWA that nonetheless serves vital roles in flood control, pollution management, and habitat conservation. These waterbodies are those that lack a continuous surface connection (the majority’s test) to navigable waterways but are nonetheless “adjacent” to them in that they are separated by a single barrier. Including borrow pits and swamps held behind dikes, as well as the thousands of oxbow lakes near America’s rivers, …

Restoring Public Trust In Elections: An Empirical Study Of How Campaign Finance Reform Can Restore Public Trust In Elections, Matthew D. Kim

Texas A&M Law Review

The American public has become deeply distrustful of elections. This distrust is partly due to Supreme Court decisions curtailing campaign finance restrictions, on First Amendment grounds, to spending that creates an appearance of quid pro quo corruption. The Court’s reasoning assumes that, although the government has an interest in protecting the public’s trust in elections, campaign spending does not pose a threat to the public’s trust absent the appearance of quid pro quo corruption. However, it is unclear if campaign spending undermines the public’s trust in elections through means other than the appearance of quid pro quo corruption. If it …

Synthesis And Identification Of Two Dyes Derived From P-Amino Phenol And Study Of Their Effectiveness As Corrosion Inhibitors: Experimental And Theoretical Analysis, Aseel F. Abdullah, Sura H. Kathim, Athra G. Sager, Jawad Kadhim Abaies

Baghdad Science Journal

In this research, two dyes of p-amino phenol were synthesized by reacting the diazonium salt of p-amino phenol with aromatic compounds, including 1-naphthol and p-amino phenol. The new dyes (a and b) were identified by FT-IR, 1H-NMR, and measurements of some physical properties. The inhibitory activity of the prepared azo compounds against corrosion of carbon steel type C45 in HCl (0.1 M) medium was investigated experimentally by electrochemical measurements. The quantum mechanical method was used to calculate the geometrical structure and physical properties using the Gaussian 09 W program and the density functional theory (DFT) of B3LYP at the 6-311+G …

A Comparison Of Anti-Citrullniated Peptide Antibody, Lactate Dehydrogenase, Zinc And Copper In Sera Of Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis And Healthy Control: A Cross Sectional Study, Fatima Qasim Al-Obaidy, Abdulnasser M. Al-Gebori, Mohammed Hadi Munshed Alosami

Baghdad Science Journal

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a chronic, systemic autoimmune disease associated with synovial tissue proliferation, cartilage destruction and pannus formation. The study aimed to determine the link among each anticyvlic anti-citrullinated peptide antibody (ACPA), lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), zinc (Zn), and copper (Cu) levels in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients and healthy control. Across sectional study was carried out at the Baghdad Teaching Hospital in Baghdad Iraq, and involved 110 patients (95 females and 15 men), who were matched for age and sex with 40 healthy controls (28 females and 12 males). Patients with RA were diagnosed by a specialist rheumatologist utilizing ACR/EULAR …

Studying The Effect Of Thymol-Containing Nano Emulsion Extracted From Thyme On Angiogenesis Controlling Genes Vegf And Vegfr In A Human Liver Cancer Cell Line, Amer Hamied Hussein

Baghdad Science Journal

Thyme oil contains thymol (2-isopropyl-5-methylphenol), a naturally occurring, colorless crystalline phenolic compound with a characteristic odor. It is considered an antioxidant. Thymol has low solubility in water and good solubility in oil. Thymol nanoemulsion, dissolved in sesame oil, was prepared by converting it into nanodroplets. From a biological perspective, biological surfaces can effectively adsorb nanoemulsion droplets for more efficient biological activities. Nanoemulsions are spherical particles that act as a carrier for drug molecules, and range in size from 10-1000 nanometers. Because of the anticancer effect of thymol, it can be used as a suitable treatment to prevent angiogenesis in hepatocellular …

Characterization Of Kcl-Activated Carbon Derived From Walnut Shells Of Tidore Island, Indonesia, I Dewe Ketut Anom, Chaleb Paul Maanari, Marianus, Johny Zeth Lombok, Saprizal Hadisaputra, I Dewa Gede Katja, Jefry Jack Mamangkey, Aisyiah Restutiningsih Putri Utami

Baghdad Science Journal

Activated carbon is highly valued for its versatility and extensive industrial use. Walnut (Canarium vulgare Leech), an indigenous Indonesian plant primarily found in Eastern regions like Maluku and Tidore islands, produces shells that can be converted into activated carbon. This study involved obtaining carbon from walnut shells through pyrolysis at 360°C for 6 hours, followed by activation in a 3M KCl solution for 24 hours. The activated carbon was analyzed using Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Scanning Electron Microscopy-Energy Dispersive X-ray (SEM-EDX), and X-ray Diffraction (XRD). FTIR analysis revealed functional groups including N-H, Ar-H (aromatic), C≡N, carbonyl CO, and ester …

Characterization And Enzymatic Evaluation Of Ecoenzyme Derived From Fruit And Vegetable Waste: An Effort To Achieve Zero Waste Concept, Gun Gun Gumilar, Asep Kadarohman, Muhammad Fauzan Fakhrurozi, Nahadi, Florentina Maria Titin Supriyanti, Heli Siti Halimatul Munawaroh

Baghdad Science Journal

Food waste has accounted for 44% of the total amount of waste produced in Indonesia. From that total, fruits and vegetables waste constitute the main dominant contributors. Production of ecoenzyme has the potential to reduce the environmental waste problem and convert as well the waste into valuable products. This study was employed to characterize and evaluate the enzymatic activity of ecoenzymes produced from the fruit and vegetable waste. The fruits used to produce these ecoenzymes were pineapple, avocado, and orange, while the vegetables-ecoenzymes were generated from lettuce, Chinese cabbage, and broccoli. The ecoenzyme was produced through a fermentation process for …

Serological Detection Of Toxoplasma Gondii In Local Duck Birds, And Gallus Gallus In Basrah Province, Iraq, Ameer Ibrahim Abdulzahra, Alaa Ismail Saood, Afaq Talib Farhood

Baghdad Science Journal

Toxoplasma gondii was widely spread in humans and other animals, including domestic poultry, worldwide and depends on a unique collection of secretory and cytoskeletal organelles for host cell invasion. The meat of T. gondii infected poultry which includes chickens and ducks was widely consumed in most countries and was known as a primary source of human infection. In Iraq generally and in Basrah province especially, the prevalence of T. gondii in local ducks (Anas platyrhynchos domesticus) and domestic chicken (Gallus gallus) was scarcely known. In the current study, the Latex Agglutination Test (LAT) and (TOX) Toxoplasma IgM/IgG Antibody Rapid Test …

Assessing The Efficacy Of Soil Amendments On Water Use Efficiency And Wheat Productivity For Different Soil Textures, Saadi Sattar Shahadha, Ammar Al-Zubade, Mahmood Raam Sh., Mohamed Ahmed Youssef

Baghdad Science Journal

Irrigation practices on agricultural fields use more water than any other human activity. As a result, the sustainability of water use and food output is intimately tied to how fields are managed. This research was conducted to enhance the long-term viability of water and agricultural production. Soil amendments of compost and perlite were applied in an experiment to investigate the possibility of enhancing soil textures (sandy clay and silty clay) and, consequently, improving the production of crops and water sustainably. The Root Zone Water Quality Model (RZWQM2) was utilized to simulate the water dynamics and water requirement for wheat production …

Interference With Quorum Sensing Of Klebsiella Pneumoniae By Some Plant Extracts Can Affect The Biofilm Formation And Antibiotic Resistance, Zahraa Eisaa Sadeq, Inam Jasim Lafta, Samah Ali Lamburne

Baghdad Science Journal

Quorum sensing (QS) is a perfectly orchestrated molecular communication system. It is a boon for Klebsiella pneumoniae, and bane for the host. This system is believed to make K. pneumoniae a leading cause of multidrug-resistant (MDR) nosocomial infections. This study aimed to investigate the antibacterial and anti-biofilm potential of medicinal plant extracts through interfering with QS of K. pneumoniae. The effect of different concentrations of ethanolic extracts of cinnamon and clove on K. pneumoniae was determined by analyzing the growth curve, survival assay (MTT), Qualitative and quantitative biofilm formation, antibiotic resistance, along with studying gene expression of the …

Synthesis Of Cdte Nanocrystals Ions By Laser Ablation To Charging Nanobatteries, Akeel M. Kadim

Baghdad Science Journal

Cadmium telluride (CdTe) nanocrystals (NCs) have generated the interest of researchers as an electrode material in lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) due to a potentially high capacity. CdTe nanocrystals or quantum dots (QDs) were synthesized using laser ablation (Nd: YAG laser at energy 600 mJ by 150 pulse number) to be utilized to form a nanobattery device out of ITO/CdTe/Li: graphene/TPD/Ni. The spectra of the CdTe NCs were assessed using ultraviolet-visible (UV-VIS) and photoluminescence (PL) spectrometers, and the outcomes proved that the CdTe NCs synthesized were nanocrystalline structures. The energy gap (Eg) within CdTe NCs regarded as PL has been identified to …

Structural, Electrical And Sensing Properties Of Znfe2O4 Nanoceramics Synthesized By Solid-State Reaction Method, Enass Ahmad, Rasha Yousef, Abla Alzoubi, Nasser Saad Aldin

Baghdad Science Journal

Metal ferrite nanomaterials have emerged as promising materials for gas sensor fabrication due to their high surface area, which provides a large number of adsorption sites for gas molecules. In this research, a zinc ferrite nanoparticle-based gas sensor was prepared using the solid-state reaction method to achieve high sensitivity and a fast response time. The powder zinc ferrite was annealed at different temperatures within the range (500-700) °C for six hours. The optimum temperature for synthesis was 675°C. The structural properties of the prepared compound were studied using X-ray diffraction. The results showed that the compound crystallizes in a cubic …

Research And Economic Development Committee Minutes, Clemson University Board Of Trustees, 2025 April 22, Clemson University Board Of Trustees

Minutes

No abstract provided.

In Re: Chryssoula Arsenis

2025 Decisions

USDC for the District of New Jersey

Sergei Kovalev V. Home Depot Usa Inc

2025 Decisions

USDC for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania

Quality Of Perinatal Care: Experiences Of Clients And Providers In Three District Hospitals Of Western Uganda– A Mixed Methods Study, Mercy Muwema, Joaniter Nankabirwa, Dan K. Kaye, Gorrette Nalwadda, Joanita Nangendo, Gloria Odei Obeng-Amoako, Jean Claude Nkurunziza, Wilson Mwanja, Elizabeth N. Ekong, Joan N. Kalyango, Grace Edwards, Emmanuel Otieno, Robert Basaza

School of Nursing & Midwifery, East Africa

Background: It is anticipated that closing the quality gap through provision of effective antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care for mothers and newborns in facilities will reduce morbidity and mortality. Mothers’ and health care providers’ experiences play a vital role in achieving quality care during the perinatal periods.

Purpose: To assess the health care providers’ (HCPs) and clients’ experiences on quality of perinatal care at three district hospitals in Bunyoro region, Western Uganda.

Methods: A convergent parallel mixed methods study design was utilized to explore experiences of 1) mothers as they sought antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care; and 2) …

Light-Driven Co2 Reduction With Substituted Imidazole-Pyridine Re Catalysts Favoring Formic Acid Production, Ryan Chafin, Majharul Islam Sujan, Sean Parkin, Jonah W. Jurss, Aron J. Huckaba

Chemistry Faculty Publications

Removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere is an attractive way to mitigate the greenhouse gas effect that contributes to climate change. A series of donor-pi (D-π), acceptor-pi (A-π), and π Re(i) pyridyl imidazole complexes have been synthesized and examined under photocatalytic conditions for the photocatalytic reduction of CO₂. The catalytic activity of the complexes was further supported by cyclic voltammetry through the presence of a catalytic current under CO₂ atmosphere. The D-π, π, and A-π complexes were studied to elucidate the effects of incorporating conjugated electron donating vs. withdrawing groups on the catalytic rates and product selectivity. …

Pyroptosis Of Pulmonary Fibroblasts And Macrophages Through Nlrc4 Inflammasome Leads To Acute Respiratory Failure, Yan Zhang, Guoying Zhang, Brittany Dong, Ankit Pandeya, Jian Cui, Samuel Dos Santos Valenca, Ling Yang, Jiaqian Qi, Zhuodong Chai, Congqing Wu, Daniel Kirchhofer, Toshihiko Shiroishi, Fadi Khasawneh, Min Tao, Feng Shao, Christopher M. Waters, Yinan Wei, Zhenyu Li

Chemistry Faculty Publications

The NAIP/NLRC4 inflammasome plays a pivotal role in the defense against bacterial infections, with its in vivo physiological function primarily recognized as driving inflammation in immune cells. Acute lung injury (ALI) is a leading cause of mortality in sepsis. In this study, we identify that the NAIP/NLRC4 inflammasome is highly expressed in both macrophages and pulmonary fibroblasts and that pyroptosis of these cells plays a critical role in lung injury. Mice challenged with gram-negative bacteria or flagellin developed lethal lung injury, characterized by reduced blood oxygen saturation, disrupted lung barrier function, and escalated inflammation. Flagellin-induced lung injury was protected in …

Executive Committee - Agenda, 4/22/2025, Academic Senate

Academic Senate Agendas

No abstract provided.