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Pembahasan Pasal 23 Uud 1945, Harun Ai Rasyid

Jurnal Hukum & Pembangunan

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Menerapkan Temuan Ilmiah Untuk Mengikis Kemiskinan Peran Hukum Dalam Pembangunan Ekonomi, Charles Himawan

Jurnal Hukum & Pembangunan

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Putaran Uruguay Dan Perdagangan Jasa, Zulkarnain Sitompul

Jurnal Hukum & Pembangunan

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Proteksi Bagi Dunia Industri Nasional Dalam Perspektif Hukum Ekonomi Indonesia, Mohammad Zaky Achtar

Jurnal Hukum & Pembangunan

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Pelaksanaan Keringanan Beban Serta Pembebasan Pembayaran Pajak Bumi Dan Bangunan Sesuai Kemampuan Wajib Pajak, Anna Erliyana

Jurnal Hukum & Pembangunan

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Eliminating The Dialogue Gap: A Proposal For A Uncopus Space Affairs Rapporteur, Alexa Weston, Nicholas J. Mcclay, Auriana Lara, Sebastian Figueroa

Student Contributions

This policy brief examines the challenges of multilateral cooperation in space security governance. Despite growing international concern, limited progress has been made in regulating destabilizing activities in space. The brief proposes creating a UNCOPUOS-appointed Special Rapporteur to monitor, advise, and report on space security issues while helping coordinate international priorities and cooperation.

Establishment Of A Hek293t Cell Model System To Investigate Direct Intracellular Interactions Between Amyloid-Β (Aβ) And The Nlrp3 Inflammasome, Cristina Sinobas Pereira

Dissertations

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder and the leading cause of dementia worldwide. While Amyloid-β (Aβ) aggregation is a defining pathological feature, increasing evidence highlights chronic neuroinflammation as a critical contributor to disease progression. Soluble Aβ assemblies can act as damage associated molecular patterns (DAMPs) including activation of the NLRP3 inflammasome, which links amyloid pathology to sustained inflammatory responses in the brain (Heneka et al., 2015; Nakanishi et al., 2018). However, the molecular mechanisms by which specific Aβ conformations influence inflammasome assembly remain incompletely understood.This study aimed to investigate whether distinct aggregation states of amyloid β42 (Aβ42) are …

College Students, Immigration, And The News: Navigating What Is Reliable News, Alexis Pineda-Bautista

Departmental Honors & Graduate Capstone Projects

People treat mainstream media as a trustworthy source, but mainstream media has recently come into question. Mainstream media’s ability to quickly deliver accurate information has been called into doubt and there has been an increase in partisan reporting (Bennett and Livingston, 2018 as cited in Besalú and Pont-Sorribes, 2021; Besalú and Pont-Sorribes 2021). This research aims to demonstrate how the public views the mainstream media’s ability to deliver reliable information, why some participants are turning towards social media as a news source, and how people use their personal experience to verify the validity of media claims.

In semi-structured interviews, 13 …

Mitochondrial Dna Replication Is Regulated By Endoplasmic Reticulum-Mitochondrial Contact Sites, The Mitochondrial Calcium Uniporter, And Manganese, Amaia Lopez De Arbina, Angelica Zamudio-Ochoa, Mikel Muñoz-Oreja, Diego Perez-Rodriguez, Laura Mosqueira-Martín, Rebecca Lasalandra, Marina Villar-Fernandez, Uxoa Fernandez-Pelayo, Laura Rodriguez-Gomez, Seungtae Lee, Francisco Gil-Bea, Nerea Osinalde, Ainara Vallejo-Illaramendi, Dmitry Temiakov, Antonella Spinazzola, Ian Holt

Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Faculty Papers

Mitochondrial DNA replication occurs at contact sites between the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) and mitochondria (ERMCS). Beyond the known role of the tubular ER protein RTN4, the factors regulating this process are poorly defined. Here, we show that repressing the ER protein ERLIN2 in human fibroblasts depletes ER-mitochondrial contact sites and inhibits mitochondrial DNA replication, as does silencing RTN4 or the ER-mitochondrial tether GRP75. GRP75 or RTN4 scarcity also decreases the level of the mitochondrial calcium uniporter (MCU), whose inhibition blocks mitochondrial DNA synthesis. Because ERMCS depletion did not diminish mitochondrial calcium, and MCU complex can transport manganese, we tested whether …

Beyond The Numbers: Supporting Young Adults With Diabetes In The Transition To Adulthood, Alexis Salkovick

Honors Projects

This project focuses on the transition to adulthood for young people with diabetes, a chronic medical condition. Both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes are included. The main research focus is two-part: first examining this transition including barriers to health care, changes in lifestyle, and mental health, and then creating a new, innovative tool to support young adults with diabetes. An independent literature review was conducted to investigate diabetes management, barriers to health care, how transitioning to adulthood impacts diabetes care, and the importance of patient support systems. Then, a board game was developed with the dual purpose of educating …

Analyzing 24-Hour Diet Recalls To Assess Dietary Changes Among Children Who Complete Oral Food Challenges (Ofcs), Hannah Plank, Wan Shen, Heesoon Lee

Honors Projects

Pediatric food allergies are a growing public health concern in America due to their potential association with long-term nutritional impacts and reduced quality of life in those affected. Oral food challenges (OFCs) are considered the gold standard for clinical food allergy diagnosis, but few studies have examined if passing or failing an OFC affects overall diet quality in infants. This clinical observational study examined differences in diet quality, measured by the Healthy Eating Index (HEI), among 39 children aged 0–6 years who participated in OFCs at ProMedica Allergy and Immunology Clinic in Perrysburg, Ohio. Parents and caregivers reported daily dietary …

Constitutional Theory At A Catholic University, J. Joel Alicea

Catholic University Law Review

I argue that the study of constitutional theory is ideally suited to benefit from the intellectual climate of a Catholic university. To make that argument, I address three questions. First, in what ways does constitutional theory benefit from the intellectual disposition of a Catholic university? Second, what might be the potential drawbacks or risks involved in studying constitutional theory at a Catholic university? And finally, how can one gain the benefits of being a constitutional theorist at a Catholic university while avoiding any potential risks that attend that setting?

Aquinas, Wilson, And Continuity On Crime And Punishment, Brian M. Murray

Catholic University Law Review

This Article compares the legal thought of James Wilson, a leading jurisprudential figure during the American Founding, and Thomas Aquinas, perhaps the most well-known medieval philosopher, on crime and punishment. It argues their theories are closer than the historical gulf between them suggests would be the case. Both limit the definition of crime to morally culpable acts involving public harm. Each considers redressing the public disorder crime causes as the primary justification for punishment. While Wilson defers to the English common law to emphasize protecting certain natural rights and to prevent crime, Aquinas points to his understanding of natural law …

Reasonable, Legal, Voluntary? Grants Pass Decision Sparks Need For A Revised Fourth Amendment Search Analysis In The Context Of Homelessness, Hali R. Woods

Catholic University Law Review

On June 28, 2024 the Supreme Court decided City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson.  The case addressed whether the enforcement of city ordinances regulating camping on public property against individuals including respondents, unhoused individuals residing in the city of Grants Pass, constituted cruel and unusual punishment under the Eighth Amendment.  The Court upheld enforcement of the ordinances and since then approximately 150 cities across the United States have passed similar ordinances or strengthened existing similar laws.  This comment evaluates how Grants Pass is an Eighth Amendment case with Fourth Amendment consequences which sparks a need for a revised …

Vma Printing Co, Manny Vega, Alfredo Rodriguez, Victor Lopez-Rivas

Pacific Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit (PIES)

Efficient material identification and tracking on construction sites remains a persistent challenge due to the limitations of existing labeling methods. Traditional manual approaches, such as handwritten labels and paper logs, are prone to human error, degradation in harsh environments, and lack of standardization. Conversely, warehouse-based automation systems are often too costly, complex, and unsuitable for dynamic outdoor job sites. This paper presents the development of a handheld construction labeling device designed to address these challenges. The device features a drill-inspired ergonomic design with an integrated roller mechanism that enables direct, on-surface label application across a variety of construction materials. Built …

Pektus, Aisha Naz Khan, Aleksei Macatuno, Sylvia Thorton, Maribel Ramirez

Pacific Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit (PIES)

Pectus excavatum, often referred to as "sunken chest," is a structural deformity of the anterior chest wall where the sternum and rib cage grow inward, creating a visible depression. This condition typically becomes more pronounced during adolescent growth spurts and can range from a mild aesthetic concern to a significant physiological impairment. In severe cases, the inward displacement of the breastbone can compress the heart and lungs, leading to decreased cardiovascular efficiency, shortness of breath, and chest pain during physical exertion. Beyond the physical symptoms, the noticeable indentation often results in profound self-consciousness and psychological distress for patients, highlighting a …

Stockton Sustainability Initiative, Eldar Aliev, Jenny Tran Bao

Pacific Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit (PIES)

This project is a student-led sustainability and business development initiative focused on expanding access to solar outdoor lighting in high-need environments such as campuses, public spaces, commercial properties, and residential communities. In partnership with Portor, a lighting supplier exploring growth in solar solutions, the project evaluates how solar lighting can address real-world challenges related to safety, visibility, energy use, and infrastructure costs while also supporting broader sustainability goals.

The project also leverages AI-driven tools for automation, content creation, and workflow efficiency throughout research, outreach, and project development.

The initiative combines field research, stakeholder engagement, and market analysis to identify where …

Zova, Javier Villa, Viviana Osorio De Jesus, Jennifer De La Rosa

Pacific Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit (PIES)

ZOVA is an innovative dissolvable supplement pod designed to simplify daily wellness routines for busy individuals. Many consumers struggle to maintain consistent supplement habits due to inconvenience, time constraints, and the complexity of managing multiple products such as pills, powders, and bottles. This gap in the market highlights a need for a more efficient and user-friendly solution.

ZOVA addresses this problem by offering a portable, easy-to-use pod that dissolves in water to create a nutrient-rich drink within seconds. The product eliminates the need for traditional supplement formats, making it more convenient for users to stay consistent with their health routines. …

Powercatchat‑Dentistry: An Ai Clinical Coach For Pacific Dental Students, Han Nguyen, Vivek Krishnamani Pallipuram, Parvati Iyer Dr.

Pacific Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit (PIES)

Ever wonder what would happen if every dental student had a seasoned medical risk consultant in their pocket? One that never gets tired, never forgets a guideline, and always explains the “why” behind every decision? That’s PowerCatChat‑Dentistry. Built by Dugoni and SOECS, it does not just answer questions; it ingests a patient’s medical history, medications, and clinical findings to deliver a comprehensive, structured risk assessment with clear rationale and step‑by‑step chairside management strategies. Drawing on medical association guidelines, current literature, and Pacific’s own lectures, PowerCatChat can detect student emotions, putting them at ease in a stressful clinical setting and nudging …

Flow Fit, Christian Rodriguez

Pacific Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit (PIES)

Flow Fit is a universal fire hydrant adapter designed to solve a critical inefficiency in industries that rely on hydrant access, including pressure washing, fire services, and municipal operations. Currently, hydrant outlet sizes vary—creating frequent compatibility issues that result in lost time, failed jobs, and reduced operational reliability.

Flow Fit addresses this problem by providing a single, durable adapter capable of fitting multiple hydrant sizes, eliminating the need for trial-and-error connections. By streamlining setup and ensuring compatibility, the product increases efficiency, reduces equipment load, and improves job success rates for contractors and public service workers alike.

The target market includes …

Addressing The Ai Skill Gap In The Business Industry, Eldar Aliev, Alek Newman, Daniel Govea, Elijah Sternweiler, Juan Vega, Stepan Bobrenev

Pacific Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit (PIES)

The rapid spread of artificial intelligence across industries has created a widening gap between the skills employers now expect and the skills the workforce is prepared to offer. This study measures that gap across eight core business functions—finance, accounting, marketing, sales, management, HR, operations, and analytics—using a mixed-methods approach that compares real-time employer demand with the federal occupational baseline.

On the demand side, 1,435 job postings were collected from Google Jobs through SerpAPI between February and March 2026 and coded using a 50-keyword skill taxonomy covering 8 AI skill categories and 10 traditional skill categories. On the supply side, 36 …

Makerspace Information & Notification Display (Mind), Anna Noto, Matthew Bernadino, Jake Tandy

Pacific Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit (PIES)

This project presents the design and implementation of a centralized digital display system for the Makerspace to improve communication among employees, students, and faculty. Existing methods of sharing information are often fragmented and inconsistent, making it difficult for users to access real-time updates on space status, policies, resources, and announcements. To address this issue, a modular LED matrix display system was developed using a Raspberry Pi and a series of daisy-chained panels. The system integrates with Google Sheets as a dynamic data source, allowing content to be updated remotely and reflected on the display in near real-time. In response to …

Barbell Analysis Module (Bam), Ethan Cole, Shaan Lele, Andy Nguyen, Mari Anderson

Pacific Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit (PIES)

The Barbell Analysis Modules (BAM) are a barbell-mounted motion tracking system designed to analyze lifting form during a barbell squat exercise. Bar path is a crucial indicator of lifting efficiency, yet many tracking systems are expensive or impractical in everyday weight-training environments. BAM was created to provide a small-form-factor and cost-effective solution that can be mounted directly on a standard Olympic barbell to obtain motion-related data during the exercise. The modules are intended to measure bar path straightness, tilt, orientation, and repetition velocity, which will allow barbell users and athletes to gain feedback on their performance and technique. Our design …

A.N.T - Application Navigation Tracker, Ritvik Genugula, Meghana Reddy, Ingrid Munoz

Pacific Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit (PIES)

ANT: Application Navigation Tracker

Job searching involves juggling dozens of recommendation emails weekly across multiple sources. The same job appears repeatedly. Applications are scattered across notes and spreadsheets. It's easy to lose track of where you applied, when, and what happened.

ANT is a lightweight companion that helps you stay organized and make smarter application decisions.

How it works: Upload your resume. Paste a job description (or connect Gmail to automatically surface opportunities from your inbox). ANT analyzes your profile against the job and gives you a match decision: Apply / Maybe / Skip. It highlights practical considerations: visa sponsorship …

Analyzing Kinematic Data With Machine Learning To Detect Injuries In Swimmers, Ben Gronbach, Kyle Capili

Pacific Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit (PIES)

Shoulder injuries represent the most prevalent form of overuse injury among elite aquatic athletes, among competitive swimmers, reported rates of injured shoulders vary from 40% to 91% across different studies [1]. However, they frequently remain undetected until they progress to more advanced and clinically significant stages. This gap in early identification limits opportunities for timely intervention and injury prevention. The proposed project seeks to address this critical issue by leveraging wearable inertial measurement unit (IMU) sensors in combination with advanced machine learning techniques to enable objective, continuous monitoring of shoulder biomechanics. Specifically, this study will enroll a cohort of 40 …

Myskillcoach, Vaishnavi Kunapareddy, Ziyan Chen

Pacific Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit (PIES)

Project Overview
The proposed system is a web-based platform designed for Business Administration students to evaluate their career readiness. It helps users understand how well their current skills align with industry expectations for specific roles.

Students can create an account, log in, and maintain a personal profile where their assessment results are stored. After logging in, users select a target career path from a predefined list, including Business Analyst, Data Analyst, Financial Analyst, Marketing Analyst, and Operations Analyst.

The platform uses manually curated skill data for each role. These skills are identified by analyzing 10–15 LinkedIn job postings per role …

Use It Up: Leave No Food Forgotten, Kacey H. Le, Krystian Angel

Pacific Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit (PIES)

Use It Up is a mobile application designed to reduce food waste and make meal planning simplified with its three main functions: a mobile pantry tracker, a feed of personalized recipe videos, and food delivery services under one platform. It targets consumers who want to be more sustainable while saving time and money.

By acting as a digital pantry, Use It Up lets users scan, upload, and track what they own, allowing users to see both quantity and expiration dates of items from anywhere. Overall, we aspire to reduce food waste and encourage a more sustainable lifestyle by leading users …

Machine Learning Parking Monitoring System For Uop Campus, Li Min Yang, Anh Ngo

Pacific Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit (PIES)

Parking availability is a common challenge on university campuses, leading to congestion and time loss. This project proposes a camera-based parking monitoring system that uses machine learning to estimate parking availability. A YOLO model is applied to detect vehicles from an oblique elevated video, and a tracking method combined with a two-line counting logic is used to identify entry and exit events. The system updates parking status in real time and displays availability levels on a web-based dashboard.

This project is developed as a prototype and feasibility study, focusing on system design and practical implementation. Privacy considerations under California regulations …

Advisorlink, Daniel Warman, Eli J. Sternweiler, Saad Sultan

Pacific Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit (PIES)

AdvisorLink is a two-sided digital marketplace designed to connect entrepreneurs and small business owners with trusted professional advisors, including CPAs, business attorneys, and consultants. The platform addresses a critical gap in the small business ecosystem by simplifying access to reliable, affordable, and high-quality expertise. Through a centralized interface, users can search for advisors, compare services and pricing, communicate directly, and book consultations efficiently. Advisors maintain control over their offerings, creating a flexible and competitive environment that benefits both sides of the marketplace. The business operates on a hybrid revenue model that includes monthly subscriptions from business users, transaction-based commissions, and …

Matché, Maria Segovia, Jasmine Stallworth

Pacific Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit (PIES)

Maché is a countertop matcha-making machine designed to deliver a perfect matcha every time. As matcha consumption continues to grow globally, consumers face challenges such as inconsistent preparation, lack of tools, and inconvenience. Traditional matcha preparation requires multiple steps including measuring, whisking, heating water to the correct temperature, and achieving the proper consistency. Many consumers find this process time-consuming and difficult, leading to inconsistent results and reduced adoption. Maché solves this problem by automating the matcha preparation process into a simple “one button” experience. The device integrates a heating system, whisk motor, water pump, and matcha pod system to create …