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Using Variations In The Circadian Rhythm To Identify Optimal Vaccination Times In Healthy Adults Who Receive An Influenza Vaccine, Payson Broome, Karen Duus, Thrisha Reddy, Krystal Robinson, Jutta Ward, Michael Desouza, Samuel Park, Terry Ann Else, Deborah Bell-Pedersen

Annual Research Symposium

This proof-of-concept quasi-experiment investigated the relationship between circadian phase and immune response to the 2024-2025 influenza vaccine. This study will provide insight into the ideal physiological circadian phase to receive the influenza vaccine, better defining the relationship between circadian biology and immunity, and supporting a simple and cost-effective strategy to optimize influenza vaccine efficacy.

E-Cigarettes And Oral Health: A New Risk For Caries Development, Andrew Duplant, Kamran Awan

Annual Research Symposium

No abstract provided.

Variation Of The Pulmonary Vasculature Of Lung And Their Surgical Significance- A Case Study, Krystal Robinson, Giovanna Park, Marcos Caprile, Jeremy Day, Laurie Stapleton

Annual Research Symposium

Variations in pulmonary vascular anatomy, though rare, are clinically significant due to their implications in thoracic surgeries and interventional procedures. This study examines a cadaveric case of aberrant pulmonary vasculature, characterized by inferior pulmonary veins exiting below the pulmonary hilum bilaterally, a previously undocumented anomaly. Using detailed dissection techniques, the anatomy was carefully traced, measured, and documented for clinical insight. A single embalmed cadaver, a 65-year-old male, was used for dissection at Touro University Nevada, College of Osteopathic Medicine. Findings revealed that the inferior pulmonary veins were displaced below the hilum bilaterally, merging into single vessels before terminating in the …

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Journal of STEM Teacher Education

No abstract provided.

Preservice Teachers Use Of Digital And Non-Digital Music Composition Systems As Resources For Teaching Elementary Mathematics, Song A. An, Daniel A. Tillman, Victor Minces, So Jung Kim

Journal of STEM Teacher Education

This study was planned and performed with the main goal of examining preservice teachers’ (n=61) pedagogical reflections regarding the comparison of two educational music composition programs available for teaching mathematics. Empirical evidence that was collected and analyzed indicated that the two music composition programs each have distinctive strengths that may serve as appropriate teaching resources. The findings from the present study have shown that music composition and performance activities, if properly developed and supported by sound educational principles, learning theories, and educational technologies, can be used as classroom activities to support formal mathematics education while also providing out-of-school learning resources …

Primary School Teachers' Views On Robotics Supported Stem Applications In Different Countries, Nurettin Can Bodur, Cengiz Tüysüz, Süheyla Didem Bodur

Journal of STEM Teacher Education

In this study, it was aimed to develop out-of-school activity modules for 4th grade primary school students by combining R-STEM approach. It was aimed to investigate the opinions of teachers who implemented modules. In the study, case study from qualitative design was used. Research group, which was designed according to a holistic single case design, consisted of 15 primary school teachers working in different countries. The selection of research group was made using appropriate sampling. Within the scope of the study, five courses were held. Data were collected through individual and focus group interview form. Data were processed through content …

Secondary Preservice Teachers’ Disciplinary Identity In Integrated Stem Collaboration, Hanan Alyami, Nathan Mentzer

Journal of STEM Teacher Education

Integrated science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education provides opportunities for interdisciplinary collaborations. To explore the nature of interdisciplinary collaborations, we investigated the disciplinary identity of 11 secondary preservice teachers (PSTs) enrolled in a semester-long secondary integrated STEM methods course. The pedagogical approach in the course aimed to provide secondary PSTs with the opportunity to experience interdisciplinary collaboration, where secondary PSTs from different disciplines collaborate on designing and implementing integrated STEM curricula. Through positioning theory, we analyzed the PSTs’ discussion during each team’s initial collaboration meeting. Findings indicate that PSTs take a strong disciplinary identity position in their discipline. Their …

A Call To Threaten Systemic Inequities Through Critical ‎Crosscultural Communicative Competence In Future Teachers: ‎Engaging Els In Stem Using A Critical Conceptual Framework, Abdelilah Salim Sehlaoui, Hassan Zaid

Journal of STEM Teacher Education

This article shares a critical conceptual framework to threaten ‎systemic ‎inequities through computer-assisted language learning (CALL) using a critical ‎crosscultural communicative competence (C⁵) and equity literacy to engage English ‎learners (ELs) in ‎Science, ‎Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). The proposed critical conceptual framework is compatible with ways of thinking in STEM-based problem solving (English, 2023). To achieve this goal, a theory adaptation ‎critical research design was used with a sociocultural analysis and a modified transactional ‎epistemology critical approach. The paper argues for building a critical conceptual framework that is based fundamentally on a critical view of equity literacy …

Cultivating Empathy In Stem: A Conceptual Framework For Multicultural Empathic Design In Stem Education, Soo Won Shim

Journal of STEM Teacher Education

No abstract provided.

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Journal of STEM Teacher Education

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Longitudinal Analysis Of The Healthcare Needs Of Hispanic-Latinx Population In Nevada And Neighboring States, Micah Kwallek, Sherli Koshy Chenthittayil Phd, Jeancarlo Marron

Annual Research Symposium

The rapidly growing Latinx population in California, Utah, Arizona, and Nevada is reshaping these states, but its impact on public health requires attention. This study aims to identify key medical issues within the Hispanic-Latinx community in Nevada and bordering states. This will provide public health officials with a detailed profile that can guide targeted healthcare policy changes for supporting the Latinx community, as well as equip healthcare providers with the knowledge of what to screen for and educate patients about, given specific health predispositions. Data on the Latinx and Caucasian populations in Arizona, Utah, California, and Nevada were sourced from …

Extrinsic Stains In Primary Teeth: Insights And Interdiction, Himani Patel, Shilpa Bhandi, Neha Patel, Frank W. Licari, Shankargouda Patil, Apathsakayan Renugalakshmi, Marco Cicciù, Maria Maddalena Marrapodi, Giuseppe Minervini

Annual Research Symposium

Background: The appearance of stains on primary teeth is a common concern that often leads patients to seek dental care. The increasing emphasis on aesthetics has fueled the proliferation of toothpastes and products with exaggerated claims of achieving "bright white" teeth. This article examines the causes of extrinsic stains in primary dentition and presents evidence-based strategies to address them effectively.
Methods: Extrinsic stains are categorized based on their source, causative factors, and visual characteristics. Factors such as diet, environmental exposure, inadequate oral hygiene, and the use of specific medications or antiseptics contribute to the formation of these stains.
Results: Black …

The Effect Of Using Platelet-Rich Fibrin With An Iliac Crest Bone Graft On Alveolar Bone Formation: A Systematic Review, Sonia Sabu, Charles Miller, Shilpa Bhandi, Frank Licari, Shankargouda Patil

Annual Research Symposium

No abstract provided.

The Oral-Gut Microbiome Axis: Implications For Systemic And Oral Health, Sana Shariff, Manas Mandal

Annual Research Symposium

The bidirectional relationship between the oral and gut microbiomes has gained attention for its role in systemic and oral diseases. Dysbiosis, or microbial imbalance, disrupts these ecosystems, leading to inflammatory conditions. This research investigates the connection between these microbiomes, focusing on microbial translocation, disease correlation, and targeted interventions such as probiotics or dietary modifications to restore microbial homeostasis and reduce disease incidence.

Epidemiological Characteristics Of Patients With Supraventricular Tachycardias Who Were Inappropriately Diagnosed With Panic Attacks: Experience From A Large Saudi Tertiary Care Center, Ghram Awlia, Ahmed T. Mokhtar, Maha Alsaiari, Nagham Alsolaimani, Waddah Ashram, Naeem Alshoaibi, Alaa Algazzar

Journal of the Saudi Heart Association

Objectives: Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is a significant cause of morbidity in patients visiting cardiology clinics with a chief complaint of palpitations and notable signs of distress worldwide. SVTs and panic attacks have overlapping clinical presentations, beginning with rapid palpitations of the heart that start abruptly and can be accompanied by shortness of breath, chest pain or discomfort, and a feeling of lightheadedness. The diagnosis could be straightforward if an ECG is recorded precisely during the attack. The chances of misdiagnosing patients with panic attacks increase because of the self-terminating nature of SVTs. Given the diagnostic dilemma caused by these conditions …

Sex-Based Differences In The Utility And Outcomes Of Left Ventricular Assist Devices, Mirvat Alasnag, Waleed Alhabeeb, Feras Khaliel

Journal of the Saudi Heart Association

The totality of evidence suggests that there remains a significant disparity in the use of left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) and heart transplantation (HT) in women. This disparity persists even after accounting for differences in baseline characteristics, comorbidities, and cardiovascular risk factors between men and women undergoing LVAD implantation as a bridge to HT. Generally, women are less likely to undergo HT, leading to a higher mortality rate in women on the HT waiting list. The differences in risk profiles and device-related complications may account for the sex-related disparities in the assignment of device therapies. These findings warrant an urgent …

A Report On Health Care Access By The United States Citizens., Kelvin Njuki, Emil Agbemade

Data Science and Data Mining

Access to health care is a critical factor in ensuring public health. This study analyzes data from the National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) for the years 2015–2018 to examine the relationship between health care coverage, affordability, and costs among U.S. families. Re-sults indicate that families with at least one member covered by health insurance were more likely to afford medical care and incur lower health care costs. Despite a high proportion of families with health care coverage during this period, the number of insured family members declined over the years. These findings underscore the importance of health care coverage in …

Plasticity In Supply Networks: Leveraging Generative Ai For Flexible And Resilient Supply Chain Design, Laharish Guntuka, Steven Carnovale

Management Dynamics

This paper explores the application of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in designing resilient and flexible "plastic supply networks" that adapt structurally in response to disruptions. Traditional supply chain management approaches often aim to restore pre-disruption conditions, lacking the capacity for significant structural reconfiguration. By contrast, plastic networks enable adaptability, allowing for proactive restructuring to meet evolving demands and counter unforeseen challenges. Generative AI enhances this adaptability, offering data-driven solutions that continuously optimize supply chain configurations through real-time analyses of supplier performance, logistics, and market trends. These AI-driven networks can dynamically alter routes, supplier relationships, and inventory strategies, responding efficiently to …

Earnings Before Interest And Tax (Ebit) And Capital Remuneration, Stanislas T. M. D. C. Agossadou

Management Dynamics

Background: Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) is the earnings generated by the corporate investment, irrespective of the source of the corporate financing. EBIT is generally intended not only to remunerate debt capital via interest and equity capital via dividend, but also to cover the corporate income tax (CIT) charge. From this point on, the main research question that arises is this: Isn't CIT the remuneration of a capital?

Objective: This research's overall objective is to estimate the capital whose remuneration is CIT.

Method: The Generalized Least Squares (GLS) method on random‑effect panel data, collected on a sample of one …

Scorpions Of The Horn Of Africa (Arachnida: Scorpiones). Part Xxxv. Parabuthus Starhai Sp. N. From Somalia (Puntland) (Buthidae), František Kovařík

Euscorpius

A new species Parabuthus starhai sp. n. from Somalia (Puntland) is described. Combination of two characters, pectine teeth number 56–59 in both sexes and pedipalp chela length/ width ratio 3.65 in male and 5.47 in female differ P. starhai sp. n. from all other species in the region. Included is also a map of distribution of Parabuthus species in the Horn of Africa.

The Utah Statesman, February 17, 2025, Utah State University

The Utah Statesman

Weekly student newspaper of Utah State University in Logan.

Eng 3401-001 Methods Of Teaching Composition In The Middle And Secondary School, Elizabeth Tacke

Fall 2024

No abstract provided.

Religion And Attitudes Toward Xenotransplantation: Results Of A Nationwide Survey In The United States., Daniel J Hurst, Luz A Padilla, Amanda Zink, Brendan Parent, Laura L Kimberly

Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine Departmental Research

Religious viewpoints have been shown to influence the ways in which many persons approach medical decision-making and have been noted as a potential barrier to xenotransplantation acceptance. This study sought to explore how attitudes toward xenotransplantation differ among various religious beliefs. A national Likert-scale survey was conducted in 2023 with a representative sample in the United States. Religious belief was self-reported. Regression analysis was used to identify associations with religious belief and hesitations about xenotransplantation. Five thousand and eight individuals across the United States responded to the survey. The two biggest concerns about xenotransplantation across religious groups were the current …

Vol. 68, No. 06 (February 17, 2025)

Indiana Law Annotated

No abstract provided.

Gec Meeting Minutes For Feb 17, 2025, General Education Committee

General Education Committee Minutes

No abstract provided.

Piñero-Benson Receives Dixon-Mcfadden Award From Asca, Keith Testa

UNH Today Archive

No abstract provided.

Lonza Partners With Unh To Offer Life Sciences Scholarship And Mentorship Program, Unh Communications And Public Affairs

UNH Today Archive

No abstract provided.

Navigating Gender Dynamics And Identity Formation In Online Mutual Support Communities: Insights From Participant Experiences, Naishuo Sun

SACAD: Scholarly Activities

The COVID-19 pandemic has driven individuals to seek support through online mutual support groups, which provide spaces for knowledge exchange, social support, and crisis management. While these groups are known to benefit mental health, little is understood about how gender shapes interactions and identity formation within them. This study explores gender dynamics, communication styles, and identity formation in online support groups during the pandemic, focusing on their role in challenging traditional gender norms and fostering inclusivity.

Two focus groups and three semi-structured interviews were conducted with 13 Chinese adults (9 female, 4 male) aged 24 to 38 in the U.S. …

Ud Historian Honors, Interviews Martin Scorsese At Nyc’S Old St. Patrick’S Cathedral, Dave Larsen

College of Arts and Sciences Newsroom

Anthony Smith, an associate professor at UD, presented Martin Scorsese with the ACHA’s 2025 Distinguished Service Award.

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Turkish Journal of Chemistry

No abstract provided.