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Shadows Of Redlining: Unveiling Disparities In Essential Social Services In Waterloo, Ia, Luke Abels

INSPIRE Student Research and Engagement Conference

This study explores the enduring impact of redlining on the distribution and upkeep of Waterloo, IA's community resources such as schools and childcare facilities. It assesses how these historical policies affect community development and individual well-being. Through a combination of GIS and qualitative methods, the goal is to highlight disparities in the availability and standard of vital services due to past and present socio-economic factors. This analysis will aid policymakers, urban planners, and advocates in bridging Waterloo's social equity gaps.

Education For Ethiopia Research Project Proposal, Shelby Hull

Student Research Symposium

In Ethiopia, it was found that within the population, only 24% of adults have finished their primary education (William Saint). The post-secondary enrollment ratio in Ethiopia is 0.8 percent in 2000. This puts Ethiopia at the bottom of the rankings, in the world, for attending secondary school (William Saint).

Violence And Danger In Children's Folklore, Alleyah Murphy

Student Research Symposium

Children's Folklore is described as games, traditions, songs, and rhymes that are passed down from person to person, anonymous in origin, have variation, and often have association with a group.

I decided to examine violence and danger in Children's Folklore.

Tsc Hub Re-Design: How Environment Affects Focus, Natalie Tanner

Student Research Symposium

Biophilia is often used in design because of its positive impact on mental and physical health for the users of the space. Bringing live plants into a space can improve the air quality. In addition to this it can help increase productivity which is ideal for a community space on a college campus where students need to focus and study. Studies have shown incorporating biophilia can improve productivity, creativity, key cognitive functions, overall well-being and encourage innovative thinking (Haiken, 2023) (Haiken, 2022).

Cloud Solutions For Clinical Trial Data Analysis, Kelli Nelson

Student Research Symposium

In clinical trials, how can we determine whether "rare but serious side effects" are results of the treatment or just random?

Cultivating A Love Of Reading In Young Children Through The Built Environment, Mattalyn Geddes

Student Research Symposium

First, the benefits of reading include parents reading aloud to their children as well as children reading silently on their own. Each has advantages and is largely influenced by the child’s age. So remember just because they are too young to read on their own doesn’t mean they can’t start reaping the benefits of reading by listening to those around them read aloud.

Reading supports cognitive development or in other words the ability to think, understand, problem-solve, and make decisions. During early childhood, millions of neural connections are made creating new brain cells and adding “more definition and complexity to …

Straw Bale Construction: Exploring The Possibilities Of A Construction Method Grounded In Earthen, Sustainable Materials, Lydia Yancey

Student Research Symposium

Straw bale construction is a unique and sustainable take on comfortable living. Contrasting straw bale construction and current traditional construction in terms of sustainability and efficiency, we take a look on how this form of construction could potentially revolutionize the future of sustainable living.

Straw bale construction goes back to the 1800’s during the civil war. They were originally meant to be temporary housing, but people quickly realized that there is comfort & durability in these structures.

La Bella English School, Rachael Barlow

Student Research Symposium

Mexico's transition to a globalized economy necessitates a proficient grasp of the English language. In an era marked by international trade, technology, and cultural exchange, English proficiency is no longer a luxury but a fundamental skill. In today's interconnected world, English has become the lingua franca for international communication, diplomacy, and business. It is the most widely spoken second language worldwide, opening doors to global opportunities and cross-cultural interactions. Access to English education equips students with the skills and qualifications to compete in a global workforce. Establishing English schools in Mexico promotes educational equity. The proliferation of English schools in …

Asymmetries In Ncaa Division I Tennis Players Compared To Control Group, Liz Cafferty

Student Research Symposium

Interlimb asymmetries are common between dominant and non-dominant sides.

Women's Safe House In Ethiopia, Ellie Ericksen

Student Research Symposium

This is the reality faced by numerous women and their children seeking refuge in safe houses throughout Ethiopia. Since 2022, the country has been engulfed in a brutal civil war. Rebel forces from the northern Tigray region have pushed back against the Ethiopian government, resulting in devastating bombings of cities and villages, claiming tens, if not hundreds of thousands of lives. The government's blockade in Tigray has severely restricted access to essential resources such as food, medicine, electricity, and communication, leaving 17 million people in dire need of assistance and resulting in widespread displacement. Amidst this turmoil, there have been …

Assessing The Influence Of ”Small Town Feel” On Wellbeing In Utah, Madison Fjeldsted Thompson

Student Research Symposium

Background

- Utah Wellbeing Project involvement

- Emergence of “small town feel”

• ”Please tell us what you value most about living in [city]?
• ”Is there anything else you’d like to tell us about wellbeing in [city]?

- Term and idea relatively sparce in existing literature

Themes And Ideas Of Violence In Children's Folklore, Sara Hamer

Student Research Symposium

The Tradition

Children engage with their feelings by participating in violent rhymes and songs they are masters of by controlling, engaging with, and creating parodies to experiment with playful protest.

Solace Space: College Students & Mental Health, Kelsey Wise

Student Research Symposium

In envisioning a safe place for college students struggling with mental health, we came up with Solace Space. It is a meditation room where students can go and feel the calming effects of Feng Shui and Light therapy to nurture students well-being. The design harmonizes elements of nature, optimizing energy flow for serenity. Soft, earthy tones and minimalistic décor create a calming ambiance. Advance light therapy fixtures simulate natural sunlight, aiding mood regulation. This intimate space becomes a sanctuary for rejuvenation. It’s holistic haven where students can explore mindfulness, find balance, and embrace the healing power of both ancient wisdom …

Concentrated Land Ownership, Inequality, And Community Change In Southwest Montana, Elizabeth Bennett

Student Research Symposium

• Amenity migration: Movement of affluent individuals from urban to rural areas for the scenic and recreational value
• Economic impacts
• Differing views of the West

Horizon Heights Refugee Housing, Isabella Smith

Student Research Symposium

Nestled gracefully along the tranquil banks of the Boise River lies Horizon Heights Apartments, a sanctuary for refugees seeking temporary housing. Upon their arrival in Boise, refugees have the opportunity to transition seamlessly into these welcoming apartments, offering respite for up to a month as they embark on their journey to find more permanent accommodations. Traditionally, refugees often find themselves housed in hotels upon their initial arrival, a costly arrangement that can quickly deplete their limited resources. However, Horizon Heights offers a practical alternative, providing a comfortable haven at a mere fraction of the expense, equivalent to just one-quarter the …

Community-Level Food Sovereignty And Wellbeing In The Upper Yakima River Basin: Framing Lived Experiences Within Multiscalar Food Systems Discourse, Alex Theophilus

Student Research Symposium

Broader Project Context

• Characterizing wellbeing in the Intermountain West
• Key themes include
• Individual and community wellbeing
• Population and demographic change
• Environmental change
• Rural-urban regional connectivity
• Food
• Community-identified salient issues

Hpipy: Decoding Host-Microbe Crosstalk With Computational Homology Models For Protein Interaction Prediction, Raghav Kataria

Student Research Symposium

Various pathogens affect plants

Fungi, bacteria, virus — Disease infection Loss to global agriculture economy

Molecular interactions regulate biological processes

Protein-protein interactions (PPIs) crucial for understanding disease infection mechanisms

Enhances study of protein function and cellular behavior

Assessing Wma Stakeholders And Wildlife, Lane Arthur

Student Research Symposium

• Utah's Wildlife Management Areas are areas where people can hunt and fish, where wildlife can find healthy habitat, and more.
• Follow Administrative Rule R657-28-3
• Are experiencing an increase in recreational use not outlined by management objectives.

Farmers' Adoption Of Nutrient Management Plans In The Chesapeake Bay Watershed (Cbw), Edem Avemegah

Student Research Symposium

Farming and the Environment

• Some agricultural practices lead to environmental problems.

Mechanical Property Variability In Lpbf Ss316l Due To Defects Formation And Process Interruption, Tasrif Ul Anwar

Student Research Symposium

This project aims to understand the correlation between the manufacturing process, defect formation, process interruptions, and the resulting properties of components made with laser powder bed fusion techniques.

Designing For Wellness: Enhancing First Responder Well-Being Through Fire Station Interior Architecture, Caimbre Bunton

Student Research Symposium

Firefighters face numerous health risks from physical and psychological stressors inherent in their profession. Occupational hazards include exposure to toxins, respiratory issues, cardiovascular and musculoskeletal diseases and heightened cancer risk. They are also at risk for mental health challenges like PTSD, anxiety, depression and sleep deprivation. Interior design interventions focusing on acoustics, thermal comfort, indoor air quality, health amenities, and containing and elimnating contaminants within the station are essential for mitigating these risks. These design strategies create a supportive and health focused environment for first responders so they can continue to support our communities. Station 45 is a model for …

The Effect Of Medical Interpreters On Patient Outcomes Through Overcoming Linguistic Barriers, Klaire Dilworth, Annie Heaton, Allison Orton

Student Research Symposium

Many patients feel overwhelmed by the excess of information and emotional stress of the health problems they are experiencing. This can be especially stressful in situations where there is a language barrier. This can cause a substantial discrepancy in the healthcare that different ethnic populations receive. It can be difficult for patients to communicate what they are feeling, understand what the providers are telling them. It can also be a disadvantage to medical providers, as they might be unable to understand the experiences and needs of the patient. Medical interpreters hold the responsibility to help patients navigate these stressful times, …

Design With Intent: Designing Rooms For Mental Wellness, Alisson Lissette Flores Cabrera

Student Research Symposium

In the US, millions of people are affected by mental health issues every year. It was reported by the Center for Behavioral Health Statistics and Quality that in 2022, 23.1% of adults ages 18 or older had any mental illness. It is reported that anxiety disorders are some of the most commonly diagnosed mental health conditions affecting 42.5 million adults in the US. As the stigma of mental health illness and receiving treatment has decreased, the number of individuals seeking professional help has increased. From 2019 to 2021 the percentage of adults ages 18 and up seeking help went from …

Suspected Vs. Diagnosed Mental Illness, Race, And The Ngri Plea, Alexa Roudabush, Helen C. Harton

INSPIRE Student Research and Engagement Conference

This study investigated the effects of mental illness (suspected, diagnosed) and the defendant’s race (Black, White) on receiving the NGRI plea in a Second-Degree murder case. Participants were more likely to assign the NGRI plea to a Black defendant than a White defendant if the defendant had a diagnosed mental illness, but were more likely to assign a guilty plea to the Black defendant than the White when the diagnosis was only suspected.

World Hunger, Lindsey Schlotfeldt, Kayla Bolsinger, Carson Love, Kailyn O'Gara

INSPIRE Student Research and Engagement Conference

According to the World Food Program (2024), A total of 23.4 million people in The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) are projected to be acutely food insecure, and an estimated 2.8 million children are acutely malnourished. The implication of this is exposure to acute diseases, poverty, malnutrition, and even death. Poverty, climate change, inflation, war, and conflict are the foundation causes of world hunger, and all these factors plague the DRC. Nevertheless, countries such as Zambia have adopted the Action Against Hunger program to mitigate chronic malnutrition and other effects of hunger. This study assesses the implications of hunger …

Women's Rights In Iran, Aubrie Saysirisanh, Asia Hemmer, Katelyn Braga, Bailey Hudson, Abigail Bonner

INSPIRE Student Research and Engagement Conference

Women in Iran are not allowed representation in government and do not have legal rights in many aspects. According to studies, Iranian women lack rights regarding family matters and are required to wear a hijab or face prison time. They have little protection from violence including capital and corporal punishments, which are still used on women who defy these policies in Iran. These rules and policies are actively put in place by religious views and power-starved individuals. This raises the question of what has to happen for a woman to be provided with the necessary rights that she deserves as …

Design Of A Wellness Center, Anna Gunderson, Jordyn Whitish, Emily Klein

INSPIRE Student Research and Engagement Conference

The former Thunder Ridge Mall in Cedar Falls, Iowa is being reconstructed as a Wellness Center that can house various medical specialties under one roof in order to serve the growing population in the area. A Wellness Center, also known as a Medical Mall, offers health services for the body and mind. These centers have the ability to deliver care more effectively, efficiently, and flexibly and to help address constantly evolving public health needs while promoting local economic development.

CVS, as a long term tenant, will be staying in the space while the rest of the building will be developed …

The Knowledge Network, 1992, V1 N1, Summer, Advocate Health - Midwest

Historical Documents - Combined

Aurora Health Care, Milwaukee, WI: First issue of "The Knowledge Network: Newsletter of the Aurora Health Care Libraries". Internal publication created by staff working in the libraries at St. Luke's Medical Center and the East and West campuses of Sinai Samaritan Medical Center.

The Knowledge Network, 1992, V1 N2, Fall, Advocate Health - Midwest

Historical Documents - Combined

Aurora Health Care, Milwaukee, WI: Issue of "The Knowledge Network: Newsletter of the Aurora Health Care Libraries". Internal publication created by staff working in the libraries at St. Luke's Medical Center and the East and West campuses of Sinai Samaritan Medical Center. Includes information on library policies, services, and new acquisitions.

The Knowledge Network, 1993, V2 N1, Winter, Advocate Health - Midwest

Historical Documents - Combined

Aurora Health Care, Milwaukee, WI: Issue of "The Knowledge Network: Newsletter of the Aurora Health Care Libraries". Internal publication created by staff working in the libraries at St. Luke's Medical Center and the East and West campuses of Sinai Samaritan Medical Center. Includes information on library policies, services, and new acquisitions.