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Admixture Mapping Of Cognitive Function In Diverse Hispanic And Latino Adults: Results From The Hispanic Community Health Study/Study Of Latinos, Rui Xia, Xueqiu Jian, Amanda L. Rodrigue, Jan Bressler, Eric Boerwinkle, Biqi Cui, Martha L. Daviglus, Charles Decarli, Linda C. Gallo, John Blangero

School of Medicine Publications

Introduction: We conducted admixture mapping and fine-mapping analyses to identify ancestry-of-origin loci influencing cognitive abilities.

Methods: We estimated the association of local ancestry intervals across the genome with five neurocognitive measures in 7140 diverse Hispanic and Latino adults (mean age 55 years). We prioritized genetic variants in associated loci and tested them for replication in four independent cohorts.

Results: We identified nine local ancestry-associated regions for the five neurocognitive measures. There was strong biological support for the observed associations to cognitive function at all loci and there was statistical evidence of independent replication at 4q12, 9p22.1, and 13q12.13.

Discussion: Our …

The Internist's Post V.1 N.7, The University Of Texas Rio Grande Valley. School Of Medicine, Diana Othon Martinez, Edgar Dorsey Trevino, Barbara Malaga-Espinoza, Ramon Elizondo Romo, Carlos Alejos Aguero, Roque Mifuji Lira, Martha Solis, Cesar Gutierrez

School of Medicine Publications

No abstract provided.

Experimenting With Qr Codes And Envelope Size In Push-To-Web Surveys, Kyle Endres, Erin O. Heiden, Ki Park, Mary E. Losch, Karisa K. Harland, Anne L. Abbott

Faculty Publications

Survey researchers are continually evaluating approaches to increase response rates, especially those that can be implemented with little or no costs. In this study, we experimentally evaluated whether or not including Quick Response (QR) codes in mailed recruitment materials for self-administered web surveys increased web survey participation. We also assessed whether mailing these materials in a non-standard envelope size (6 × 9 inch) yielded a higher response rate than invitations mailed in a standard, #10 envelope (4.125 × 9.5 inch). These experiments were embedded in a sequential mixed-mode (dual-frame phone and web) statewide survey. Including a QR code (in addition …

Understanding Why Youth Depart Early From Summer Camp, Victoria Povilaitis, Robert P. Lubeznik-Warner, Katie Mcgregor-Wheatley

Journal of Youth Development

No abstract provided.

Long-Term Life-Skill Transfer From Sport-Based Positive Youth Development Programs, Travis R. Scheadler, Dawn Anderson Butcher, Samantha Bates

Journal of Youth Development

No abstract provided.

Beyond Machines: Exploring Human Identity In The Times Of Ai, Germán H. Alférez

Achieve

Secular conflicting worldviews constantly influence our students with assumptions regarding human life, reality, origins, deity, the universe, purpose, truth, values, meaning, and destiny. In this presentation, we will review the concept of worldview and discuss major worldviews with a special emphasis on transhumanism. We will study how, as Adventist educators, we can help our students develop a reliable Biblical worldview from which they can pursue their vocation, make decisions, and prepare for eternity.

Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Children's Mercy Kansas City

Clinical Pathways

No abstract provided.

Design Frameworks For Ventilative Cooling: Perceptions From Building Design Practitioners In Ireland And The United Kingdom, Maha Sohail, Adam O'Donovan, Paul D. O'Sullivan

Publications

The global increase in building cooling demands poses a challenge for designers striving for net zero energy consumption. The prevalent use of mechanical cooling underscores the necessity for designers to consider Ventilative Cooling as a viable alternative in the early stages of building design. This paper presents findings from an exploratory survey and semi-structured interviews of industry experts in Ireland and the United Kingdom about their design processes and experienced-based approaches to designing Ventilative Cooling. The findings suggest that the pre-design stage has the same influence for promoting ventilative cooling strategies as the schematic and detailed design stages for practitioners, …

A Systematic Unified Approach For Addressing Temporal Instability In Road Safety Analysis, Kazi Redwan Shabab, Tanmoy Bhowmik, Mohamed H. Zaki, Naveen Eluru

Civil and Environmental Engineering Faculty Publications and Presentations

Multivariate models are widely employed for crash frequency analysis in traffic safety literature. In the context of analyzing data for multiple instances (such as years), it becomes essential to evaluate the stability of parameters over time. The current research proposes a novel approach, labelled the mixed spline indicator pooled model, that offers significant enhancement relative to current approaches employed for capturing temporal instability. The proposed approach entails carefully creating independent variables that allow us to measure parameter slope changes over time and can be easily integrated into existing methodological frameworks. The current research effort compares four multivariate model systems: year …

Thai Parents’ Reasons For Sending Their Children To Premium-Fee International Schools: Strategies For Establishing International Schools, Issara Wongcharoensin

Theses and Dissertations from DePaul University

The study investigates the factors influencing Thai parents’ decisions when selecting international schools in the Bangkok Metropolitan Region. It examines how parents’ preferences for educational outcomes shape their choice among UK, US, or IB programs. Key findings reveal that dissatisfaction with Thai public schools drives many families to enroll their children in international schools. These institutions are valued for their supportive community atmosphere, opportunities for foreign college placements, and superior infrastructure. Preferences for different programs reflect distinct priorities: UK programs are preferred for their extracurricular activities, punctuality, and academic reputation; US programs for their emphasis on critical thinking, multiculturalism, and …

Automated Concrete Bridge Deck Inspection Using Unmanned Aerial System (Uas)-Collected Data: A Machine Learning (Ml) Approach, Rojal Pokhrel, Reihaneh Samsami, Saida Elmi, Colin Brooks

Michigan Tech Publications

Bridges are crucial components of infrastructure networks that facilitate national connectivity and development. According to the National Bridge Inventory (NBI) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), the cost to repair U.S. bridges was recently estimated at approximately USD 164 billion. Traditionally, bridge inspections are performed manually, which poses several challenges in terms of safety, efficiency, and accessibility. To address these issues, this research study introduces a method using Unmanned Aerial Systems (UASs) to help automate the inspection process. This methodology employs UASs to capture visual images of a concrete bridge deck, which are then analyzed using advanced machine learning techniques …

A Staged Approach Using Machine Learning And Uncertainty Quantification To Predict The Risk Of Hip Fracture, Anjum Shaik, Kristoffer A. Larsen, Nancy E. Lane, Chen Zhao, Kuan Jui Su, Joyce H. Keyak, Qing Tian, Qiuying Sha, Hui Shen, Hong Wen Deng, Weihua Zhou

Michigan Tech Publications

Hip fractures present a significant healthcare challenge, especially within aging populations, where they are often caused by falls. These fractures lead to substantial morbidity and mortality, emphasizing the need for timely surgical intervention. Despite advancements in medical care, hip fractures impose a significant burden on individuals and healthcare systems. This paper focuses on the prediction of hip fracture risk in older and middle-aged adults, where falls and compromised bone quality are predominant factors. The study cohort included 547 patients, with 94 experiencing hip fracture. To assess the risk of hip fracture, clinical variables and clinical variables combined with hip DXA …

Study On The Storage Stability And Rheological Property Of Bio-Oil/Lignin Composite-Modified Asphalt, Guixiu Guo, Junfeng Gao, Dongzhao Jin, Xuan Wang, Yanqiu Bi, Peng Guo

Michigan Tech Publications

The objective of this study is to investigate the storage stability and rheological property of bio-oil/lignin composite-modified asphalt. The composite-modified asphalt with different proportions of bio-oil was prepared and cured at 105 °C, 135 °C, and 165 °C for 24 h and 48 h. The storage stability of the composite-modified asphalt was evaluated based on the softening point difference, the storage stability index derived from rotational viscosity, the segregation rate based on temperature sweep, and the non-recoverable creep compliance measured through the Multiple Stress Creep Recovery test. The storage stability of bio-oil/lignin composite-modified asphalt was evaluated through testing and analysis …

Admixture Mapping Of Cognitive Function In Diverse Hispanic And Latino Adults: Results From The Hispanic Community Health Study/Study Of Latinos, Ru Xia, Xueqiu Jian, Amanda L. Rodrigue, Jan Bressler, Eric Boerwinkle, Biqi Cui, Martha L. Daviglus, Charles S. Decarli, Linda C. Gallo, John Blangero

School of Medicine Publications

Introduction: We conducted admixture mapping and fine-mapping analyses to identify ancestry-of-origin loci influencing cognitive abilities.

Methods: We estimated the association of local ancestry intervals across the genome with five neurocognitive measures in 7140 diverse Hispanic and Latino adults (mean age 55 years). We prioritized genetic variants in associated loci and tested them for replication in four independent cohorts.

Results: We identified nine local ancestry-associated regions for the five neurocognitive measures. There was strong biological support for the observed associations to cognitive function at all loci and there was statistical evidence of independent replication at 4q12, 9p22.1, and 13q12.13.

Discussion: Our …

Verifying An Improved Intermittent Water Distribution Network Analysis Method Based On Epa-Swmm, Dondu Sarisen, Raziyeh Farmani, David W. Watkins, Brian Barkdoll, Brian Rivers, Chao Zhang, Fayyaz Ali Memon

Michigan Tech Publications

Modelling Intermittent Water Supply (IWS) presents challenges, as traditional hydraulic methods based on EPANET are often inadequate due to their inability to simulate the network filling process. While EPA-SWMM (EPA’s Storm Water Management Model)-based methods enhance IWS analysis, they remain network-specific and lack universal applicability. This study aims to calibrate and verify an improved EPA-SWMM-based model on a 6 m × 5 m laboratory-scale IWS. Experiments were conducted to capture flow rate data from demand nodes under various conditions. The EPA-SWMM model, based on uncontrolled outlets with flow rate varying by pressure, was calibrated using, an automated procedure that integrated …

Documenting Cooperative Extension’S Family Resource Management Impacts: Insights And Outcomes From A National Effort, Suzanne Bartholomae, D. Elizabeth Kiss, Maria Pippidis

Journal of Human Sciences and Extension

Family Resource Management (FRM) professionals of the Cooperative Extension System contribute to the financial security and well-being of individuals and families and are committed to contributing to financial literacy education scholarship and better positioning Cooperative Extension within the field of financial and consumer education. This paper presents a summary of a multi-year initiative by a team of FRM Extension professionals who build the case for creating a reporting system to document FRM impacts nationally. Initiative activities are summarized and include reviewing existing reporting systems, garnering input from FRM Extension professionals about the delivery and evaluation of FRM programs, identifying barriers …

Examining The Experiences Of College Students Simulating The Community Worker Role In The Community Action Poverty Simulation, Jessica M. Limbrick, Portia Johnson, Sheri Worthy, Diann C. Moorman, Leigh Anne Aaron

Journal of Human Sciences and Extension

Poverty is a pervasive issue impacting many areas of human sciences and Extension. Individuals living in the United States may have varying attitudes toward poverty. Research has shown that poverty simulations are effective in modifying attitudes toward poverty. The Community Action Poverty Simulation (CAPS) program is one such example that exposes its participants to the lived realities of poverty in the United States. While research on CAPS is plentiful, little research has examined the experiences of those who simulated the community worker role. This research explored the experiences of students who simulated community worker roles during a CAPS simulation. This …

Emotional Experiences Of Mental Health First Aid Trainees: A Qualitative Study, Alexander E. Chan, Emma T. Kniola, Raya Francis

Journal of Human Sciences and Extension

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a program that helps participants identify, understand, and respond to mental health and substance use disorders. Research studies focusing on the emotional experiences of MHFA participants are lacking. Studying these experiences can help improve the training process for MHFA learners. This paper aims to identify participants’ motivations for signing up for MHFA and investigate their emotional experiences when applying MHFA knowledge in real-world settings. This qualitative study used semi-structured interviews. Participants (n = 20) completed 30-minute interviews. Thematic analysis was used to identify themes related to the motivators and feelings of participants when applying …

The Positive Behavioral Management Strategies Program (Pbms) For Parents, Teachers, And Caregivers: Impacts And Outcomes, Victor Harris, Brian Visconti, Ginny Hinton, Riley Curie, Shyama Hausner

Journal of Human Sciences and Extension

This study examined the impact of the Positive Behavioral Management Strategies (PBMS) online educational program on 624 participants in the southeastern region of the United States. The PBMS program incorporates established behavioral management principles with new research-based practices to promote healthy, positive relationships between adults and children while constructively managing and preventing problematic behavior. Additionally, the PBMS program helps parents and teachers to recognize the motivations behind misbehaviors and to avoid some common mistakes in child behavioral management. It also describes how to recognize and capitalize on “teachable moments,” which are indispensable in the developmental process. A retrospective-pre-test-then-post-test design was …

Using Mentimeter In Online Book Clubs To Engage And Educate Extension Audiences, Nichole Huff, Miranda Bejda, Emily Dewitt, Heather Norman-Burgdolf, Melinda Mcculley

Journal of Human Sciences and Extension

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Cooperative Extension professionals, like many others, were tasked with quickly adapting to accommodate limited face-to-face interactions. The pandemic necessitated that Extension educators leverage online resources to deliver tailored programming in informative and innovative ways while providing engaging, hands-on learning experiences. This article highlights two studies using Mentimeter as a tool to educate and engage Extension audiences through subsequent installments of an online book club. The presented case studies examine the processes and outcomes of a unique educational approach to Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) in a non-traditional setting. The studies represent two distinct FCS disciplines: Family …

Preservice Agriscience Teachers’ Perception Of Inquiry-Based Learning, John Porter, Nathan W. Conner, Christopher T. Stripling

Journal of Human Sciences and Extension

The process of inquiry-based learning allows learners to identify a problem or develop a hypothesis, develop a process of inquiry, and report their findings (Keselman, 2003). Twenty-six preservice agriscience teachers at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln participated in focus groups to explore preservice agriscience teachers’ perceptions of developing and using science-based learning activities that use inquiry-based teaching methods. Qualitative data analysis allowed the following six themes to emerge: a) inquiry-based learning is a process, b) trainings and pre-made lessons, c) student- vs teacher-led, d) critical thinking and problem solving, e) age, skill, & prior knowledge of students, and f) time-consuming to …

Leveraging A Team Approach For Emergency Preparedness In Georgia, Virginia Brown, Maria Bowie, Pamela Turner, Aaron Golson

Journal of Human Sciences and Extension

This project cultivated a foundational level of training that will grow as an integral part of the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension’s organizational commitment to provide systemic readiness in support of the emergency response. The development of four geographically dispersed, specially trained small teams within the University of Georgia Extension System built capacity for readiness, response, and recovery to natural disasters and local emergencies. These teams help facilitate a timely and skilled response to the needs of employees and stakeholders before, during, and after natural disasters and local emergency events. Specialized training continues to be provided to all team members.

Were The “Best Made Better”? A Content Analysis Of South Carolina 4-H Programming, Lauren B. Hood, Christopher J. Eck, K Dale Layfield, Joseph L. Donaldson

Journal of Human Sciences and Extension

Since 1902, 4-H Youth Development programs have been implemented by Cooperative Extension agents or educators for teaching, influencing, and leading youth to new life skills that can positively impact their futures. The 4-H motto is “learn by doing” and is practiced with a hands-on learning approach. Unfortunately, during the COVID-19 pandemic, 4-H programs and clubs around the nation were confined to home or distance learning and no group interaction, limiting this hands-on learning approach. This study analyzes how 4-H, specifically in South Carolina, was implemented without meeting in person and how it affected retention rates during the pandemic. Analysis of …

Contents, North Carolina Law Review

North Carolina Law Review

No abstract provided.

Un-Erasing Race: Introducing Social Network Discrimination To The Law, Chika O. Okafor

North Carolina Law Review

No abstract provided.

Lawmaking For Leverage, Rebecca Aviel

North Carolina Law Review

No abstract provided.

The Lawyer’S Quandary: Client-Centered Lawyering In The Treatment Paradigm, Marisol Orihuela

North Carolina Law Review

No abstract provided.

Fors 241n.00: Dendrology, C. Alina Cansler

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Fors 250.00: Introduction To Gis For Forest Management, Rebekah L. Fields

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.

Fors 333.01: Fire Ecology, Philp Higuera

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025

No abstract provided.