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Midrc Mrale Mastermind Grand Challenge: Ai To Predict Covid Severity On Chest Radiographs, Samuel G. Armato, Karen Drukker, Lubomir Hadjiiski, Carol C. Wu, Jayashree Kalpathy-Cramer, George Shih, Maryellen L. Giger, Natalie Baughan, Benjamin Bearce, Adam E. Flanders, Robyn L. Ball, Kyle J. Myers, Heather M. Whitney, The Midrc Grand Challenge Working Group

Department of Radiology Faculty Papers

PURPOSE: The Medical Imaging and Data Resource Center (MIDRC) mRALE Mastermind Grand Challenge fostered the development of artificial intelligence (AI) techniques for the automated assignment of mRALE (modified radiographic assessment of lung edema) scores to portable chest radiographs from patients known to have COVID-19.

APPROACH: The challenge utilized 2079 training cases obtained from the publicly available MIDRC data commons, with validation and test cases sampled from not-yet-public MIDRC cases that were inaccessible to challenge participants. The reference standard mRALE scores for the challenge cases were established by a pool of 22 radiologist annotators. Using the MedICI challenge platform, participants submitted …

Psychopathy And The Media: A Dangerous False Perception, Ashton L. Brophy

Harding Undergraduate Research Conference

Characterized by a lack of remorse or empathy, psychopaths– sufferers of Antisocial Personality Disorder– view the world far differently than the average person. This makes psychopathy an intriguing topic of study. However, many members of the general public lack understanding about the complexities of this disorder due to the false media depictions that make it difficult to accurately identify true psychopaths. By correcting the inaccurate narrative of psychopathy fed to the public through the media, it becomes possible to recognize the responsibility that is to be laid at the feet of the psychopathic offenders who chose violence.

Enhancing The Development Of Critical Thinking Skills Through The Implementation Of Trauma-Informed Project-Based Learning, Megan E. Coleman

Masters Projects

Many students struggle to develop critical thinking skills, which are considered essential skills in life. While research supports the need for the development of these skills in young adults, many educators struggle to be successful in helping students develop these skills. Project-based learning (PBL) has been shown to be a successful tool in navigating the development of these skills, but research over the years has shown that teachers face many barriers in its implementation. In addition to the challenges of curriculum, students also face barriers in their development of these skills due to the exposure of trauma. Because of the …

Linda Morris, Linda G. Morris B.S.

We Are NIH Oral History Project

No abstract provided.

Preparation And Characterization And Biological Activity Of New Complexes For Some Transition Elements With Schiff Bases Derived From One Antipyrine Substitute, Zeena U. Jasim, Amal M. Ali, Heba A. Mohammed, Maher A. Mohammed

Baghdad Science Journal

A group of divalent complexes was prepared in the formula [M(L)Cl₂] when M=Co⁺², Ni⁺², Cu⁺², Zn⁺², and Cd⁺² L= (Z)-4-((1-(H-indol-3-yl)ethylidene)amino)1,5-dimethyl-2-phenyl-1,2-dihydro-3H-pyrazol-3-one. The Schiff base ligand is prepared by reacting 4-aminoantipyrine with 3-acetylindol. The prepared ligand and complexes were identified by elemental analysis, an infrared spectrometer, the nuclear magnetic resonance spectrum, molar electrical conductivity, electronic spectra, magnetic susceptibility, atomic absorption of the elements, and biological efficiencies. The measurements showed that the synthesized ligand interacts with the central metal ion through the oxygen carbonyl group and nitrogen azomethine atoms, that the coordination …

Synthesis, Characterization And Study Of Thermal Properties Of New Silicone Polymers And Their Nanocomposites, Thikra A. Naif, Basma J. Ahmed

Baghdad Science Journal

This study aims to synthesize a new class of silicon polymers P₁-P₄ were synthesized based on dichlorodimethylsilane (DCDMS) with some organic compounds containing terminal hydroxyl groups were synthesized for the first time[M₁-M₄] via condensation polymerization .Also, their nanocomposites P′₁-P′₄ were prepared in the presence of 0.7% the silver nanoparticles (Ag-NPs) using the solution casting method. The structures of all monomers and polymers were characterized by FTIR and 1H-NMR spectroscopy, which allowed to identify functional groups of monomers and silicone polymers. Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) test were …

Simultaneous Determination Of Lisinopril And Amlodipine Using Third Derivative Spectroscopy, Hasan Aldewachi

Baghdad Science Journal

In the present investigation, the simultaneous determination of lisinopril and amlodipine in their pure forms and in pharmaceutical formulations were determined using third derivative spectrophotometry. The process is easy, precise, accurate, and economical. The medications in the combined formulation were analyzed using the zero-crossing point method. Lisinopril and amlodipine were discovered to have wavelengths of (204 and 240 nm) and (248 and 272 nm), respectively, in solvent medium in a concentration range of 5-45 μg mL^-1 for lisinopril and 5-40 μg mL^-1 for amlodipine. The results were much in line with the accepted methodology. Common tablet excipients showed …

Usa V. Zachariah Owens

2025 Decisions

USDC for the Western District of Pennsylvania

Ligo Detector Characterization In The First Half Of The Fourth Observing Run, S. Soni, B. K. Berger, D. Davis, F. Di Renzo, A. Effler, T. A. Ferreira, J. Glanzer, E. Goetz, G. González, A. Helmling-Cornell, B. Hughey, R. Huxford, B. Mannix, G. Mo, D. Nandi, A. Neunzert, S. Nichols, K. Pham, A. I. Renzini, R. M.S. Schofield, A. Stuver, M. Trevor, S. Álvarez-López, R. Beda, C. P.L. Berry, S. Bhuiyan, L. Blagg, R. Bruntz, S. Callos, M. Chan, P. Charlton, N. Christensen, G. Connolly

Faculty Publications

Progress in gravitational-wave (GW) astronomy depends upon having sensitive detectors with good data quality. Since the end of the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory-Virgo-KAGRA third Observing run in March 2020, detector-characterization efforts have lead to increased sensitivity of the detectors, swifter validation of GW candidates and improved tools used for data-quality products. In this article, we discuss these efforts in detail and their impact on our ability to detect and study GWs. These include the multiple instrumental investigations that led to reduction in transient noise, along with the work to improve software tools used to examine the detectors data-quality. We end …

Agenda (4-18-2025), Associated Students, Incorporated

Associated Students, Incorporated records

No abstract provided.

When I Thought We Were Timeless - Cello Duet, Madeline Berger

Departmental Honors & Graduate Capstone Projects

In the Spring 2025 semester, Madeline Berger completed a semester-long composition project within her composition lessons. The piece, When I Thought We Were Timeless is a cello duet inspired by themes of timing and connection. The two cellos are representations of people meeting throughout a lifetime. At certain moments, they connect, only go along their separate ways. The piece showcases a non-traditional form of music notation where there are no measures, and dotted lines to show the musicians when to play together, which helps to represent the "timeless" nature of the piece. The piece continues within this timeless world, but …

Woodwind/Percussion Seminar, April 18, 2025 [Program], University Of Northern Iowa. School Of Music.

Music Recital Programs

Program of a music recitals given by faculty, students, or guest artists from the School of Music at the University of Northern Iowa.

April 18, 2025 Ereporter, University Of Alabama At Birmingham

eReporter (campus newsletter)

No abstract provided.

Re: Comment Letter For The Butte Priority Soils Operable Unit (Bpsou) Butte Reclamation Evaluation System (Bres) Draft 2024 Corrective Action Plans (Dated January 27, 2025), Molly Roby

Silver Bow Creek/Butte Area Superfund Site

No abstract provided.

Bridging Experience And Intention: The Mediating Role Of Outcome Expectations In Social Entrepreneurship Among Creative Economy Actors, Muhammad Iqbal Rezky, Janah Sojanah, Rasto Rasto

BISNIS & BIROKRASI: Jurnal Ilmu Administrasi dan Organisasi

This study explores the role of outcome expectations in mediating the influence of prior experience on social entrepreneurship intention in the creative economy sector of Indonesia. Despite the increasing interest in social entrepreneurship, research on the factors driving the intention to become a social entrepreneur remains scarce. This study employed the Social Cognitive Career Theory (SCCT) as a theoretical framework to investigate social entrepreneurship as a career choice, focusing on the influence of outcome expectations on social entrepreneurship intention. A quantitative explanatory survey was conducted with 290 creative economy actors in Bandung through questionnaires. Data were analyzed using Partial Least …

Bridging The Gap: Local Tax Regulations And The Future Of Green Tax In Indonesia, Daffa Zulfa Yudhanto, Murwendah Murwendah

BISNIS & BIROKRASI: Jurnal Ilmu Administrasi dan Organisasi

Indonesia again ranks among the top three countries vulnerable to the impacts of climate shocks. The intensity of the risk from this phenomenon is expected to continue increasing if a change in societal behavior does not accompany it. Referring to the Environmental Protection Management Law, one of the steps that can be taken to regulate such behavior is through economic instruments, such as a green tax. The green tax will be ineffective without a coherent regulatory framework and stakeholder political will. This study analyzes the alignment of green tax regulations at the regional level and the gaps in their implementation …

Projecting The Roles Of The Indonesian State Revenue Authority Toward Tax Administration's Performance, Nidya Hapsari, Adhy Kusuma Putra

BISNIS & BIROKRASI: Jurnal Ilmu Administrasi dan Organisasi

This study analyzes the impact of the Indonesian State Revenue Authority (SRA) on tax ratio and/or tax administration performance. The upcoming establishment of SRA, which is projected to take the semi-autonomous form under the direct command of the President, is part of tax reform in Indonesia. Using interpretive analysis and comparative research methods, the study finds that the idea of merging the Directorate General of Taxes, Directorate General of Customs and Excise, and Directorate of Non-Tax State Revenue into the SRA may contribute positively to increased state revenue and tax administration performance in Indonesia, which fiscal system is characterized by …

Contracting For Public Delivery: The Dynamics Of Relational Governance And Power Asymmetry In Public Infrastructure Project, Fazlur Rahman Hassan, Dzulfian Syaafrian, Dinda Ayu Maharani

BISNIS & BIROKRASI: Jurnal Ilmu Administrasi dan Organisasi

Government institutions often face a dilemma in providing goods and services: whether to ‘outsource’ or manage them ‘in-house’. Large-scale public services typically require complex contracts to ensure successful project completion. This study examines the dynamics of relational governance and power shifts that lead to contract failure using a mixed-method approach applied to a complex public service project in Jakarta, one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world. The findings indicate that a contractual win-win outcome can be achieved with strong governance rules, particularly relational governance. However, relational governance can weaken without robust contractual governance, particularly during conflicts or disputes. …

Connecting Emotionally: Examining The Impact Of Narrative Video Advertising On Consumer Involvement And Brand Attachment, Anni Rahimah, Shannon Saghava Aqfa Dzikrullah, Ameylia Ayu Astira

BISNIS & BIROKRASI: Jurnal Ilmu Administrasi dan Organisasi

The increasingly competitive advertising landscape necessitates innovative strategies to engage potential customers effectively. This study investigates the impact of emotional and narrative-driven video advertisements on attitudes toward advertisements and advertisement involvement, ultimately fostering emotional brand attachment among viewers. This research adopts a quantitative approach, employing Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) based on Partial Least Squares (PLS) using SmartPLS 4 software. Data were collected through a structured survey involving 131 respondents who had utilized the GoSend service in DKI Jakarta, Indonesia. The results demonstrate that emotional and narrative elements in video advertisements exert a significant positive influence on viewers’ attitudes toward advertisements …

The Lived Experiences Of Work-Based Learning Program Teachers Working With Students With Disabilities: A Transcendental Phenomenological Study, Carlos Demond Gartrell

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this transcendental phenomenological study is to understand the lived experiences of high school educators in placing students with disabilities (SWD) in work-based learning (WBL) programs in southeastern Georgia. The central question is what are the experiences of high school teachers who implement work-based learning programs for students with disabilities? Social cognitive theory (SCT) was used to understand the influence of social determinants on individuals with disabilities in a work-based learning environment. Transcendental design brought an added dimension to the study of human experiences through qualitative research. Moustakas’ modification of the Stevick-Colaizzi-Keen method of phenomenological analysis is used …

A Qualitative Study Of Social Constructivism: Why Modern-Day Christians Lack The Fundamental Knowledge Of God, Samuel Singleton Iii

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this grounded theory study is to explore why some modern-day Christians lack the fundamental knowledge of the God they serve. The research uses the term “Christian foundational nescience” to describe why some modern-day Christians lack the fundamental knowledge of the God they serve. The theory guiding this study is grounded theory (Glaser & Strauss, 1965), as it will enable the researcher, through the collection and analysis of data, to discover or construct a theory or theories as to why some modern-day Christians lack the fundamental knowledge of God. Believers should know God created everything; everything made was …

Resilience And Empowerment: The Impact Of Gullah And Maroon Cultural Preservation On Pan-Africanism And Civil Rights Movements, Shantae' L. Streeter

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

This dissertation investigates the history of the cultural resilience and advocacy of the Gullah people of South Carolina and the Maroons of Jamaica, with a particular emphasis on their function as role models for the empowerment of descendants of the formerly enslaved (DOFE). This investigation examines how enslaved communities preserved cultural identity, resisted systemic injustice and influenced Pan-Africanism and Civil Rights movements in the 20th and 21st centuries. This research emphasizes the experiences of the Gullah people who maintained cultural identity through acculturation, and the enslaved populations from South Carolina’s interior regions and other Southern states, who faced assimilation. Additionally, …

Creating Smaller, Stable Discussion Communities Within Larger Online Courses, Mary Adler

Teaching Online Pedagogical Repository

Given the adverse effects of large online discussions for student engagement and learning, the entry offers a strategy to establish smaller communities of learners by utilizing stable group sets for a series of learning logs. Steps include soliciting student input on their interests; grouping sets to join together students with common interests; using community-building prompts that include icebreakers, connection to lived experience, and soliciting thoughtful responses; and providing faculty feedback and modeling. Students were enthusiastic about the approach in survey data, with 100% recommending continued use, either as is (76%) or with minor changes (24%).

Mrs. Annie Pearl Jackson

African American Funeral Programs

Mrs_Annie_Pearl_Jackson.pdf - Funeral program for Annie Jackson

A Transcendental Phenomenological Study Exploring The Social Identity Experiences Of Male Teachers Of Color In The Male Scholarship Program, Tamisha Marcena Sales

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this phenomenological study was to understand the social identity experiences for male teachers of color at the Male Scholarship Program at North Valley University. The theory guiding this study was Tajfel and Turner’s social identity theory, which explained the social cognitive process individuals use to consider joining or exiting a group. Using the social identity theory, this study attempted to answer the central research question: What are the social identity experiences of male teachers of color participating in the Male Scholarship Program? This transcendental phenomenology study used purposeful sampling to recruit participants and collected data through individual …

Experiences Of Students Who Have Attended Disciplinary Alternative Schools: A Transcendental Phenomenological Study, Bonnie Marie Cox

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this transcendental phenomenological study was to describe the school discipline-related experiences in the form of the exclusionary discipline for students who are currently at or who were previously at public alternative education schools in the state of Florida. At this stage in the research, school-discipline related experiences in the form of exclusionary discipline were generally defined as students’ individual experiences that may have contributed to their removal from their general education setting. This study sought to answer what the perceived experiences of current and/or former high school students who have recently attended a public alternative school as …

Investigating Faculty, Students, And Diversity Officers' Attitudes Towards Cultural Diversity: A Causal-Comparative Study, Kerry Simmons

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this quantitative causal-comparative study is to investigate the difference in cultural competence scores among students, faculty, and diversity officers who participated in cultural competence training and those who did not. Research on diversity has seldom examined the effectiveness of cultural competence training on attitudes toward cultural diversity. The study participants (n = 411) were undergraduate students, n = 148, faculty, n = 129, and diversity officers, n = 134) from 4-year private non-profit universities in the Northeastern United States. The present study employed critical race theory to explore the effectiveness of cultural competence training programs and assess …

Nursing Faculty Perspectives On Students With Learning Disabilities: A Transcendental Phenomenological Study, Marlies Aanensen Hébert

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this transcendental phenomenological study was to record the lived experiences of nursing faculty perspectives of students with learning disabilities in all learning environments. The theories that provide the framework for the study are John Dewey’s theory of education and Malcolm Knowles’ theory of adult learning. Both theories establish a foundation for understanding the challenges faced by adult learners with learning disabilities and how to offer effective support. The research question is: What are the lived experiences of nurse educators working with students with learning disabilities in all learning environments? The study employed a snowball sampling method to …

A Qualitative Inquiry Of People Experiencing Prolonged Unforgiveness In Connection To Christian Psychology, Josephine Agbons Fleming

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of the qualitative study was to explore Christian women's experiences and understanding of prolonged unforgiveness from the perspective of people living with prolonged unforgiveness. Harboring unforgiveness leads to unhappiness, dissatisfaction, and increased bitterness. It also leads to negative emotional experiences and physical and psychological concerns. A previous study encountered a transparent narrative that it is not good to harbor bitterness toward others. Some researchers have explored the outcomes of unforgiveness that involve empirical analysis. Other studies have described the nature of unforgiveness and its effects without explaining what unforgiveness does to people if it is prolonged and strategies …

The Use Of Artificial Intelligence In The Clinical Supervision Of Counselors In Training: A Comparative Quantitative Study, Debra Ann Millman

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

To address the need to improve the effectiveness of clinical supervision, this study compared the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to evaluate the counseling skills of counselors in training with evaluations completed by counseling professors. Counseling session transcripts obtained from the public domain were evaluated using AI by asking the chatbot to act as if it were a licensed mental health clinical supervisor and evaluate the transcript using the Counseling Competencies Scale Revised rubric. Counseling professors were asked to manually evaluate the sessions using the same rubric. Finally, doctoral students enrolled in a counselor education and supervision program were asked …