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Pathology Education Powered By Virtual And Digital Transformation: Now And The Future, Lewis A. Hassell, Syeda Fatima Absar, Chhavi Chauhan, Suzanne Dintzis, Carol Farver, Samreen Fathima, Eric F. Glassy, Jeffery F. Goldstein, Rama Gullapalli, Jonhan Ho, Lisa K. Koch, James E. Madory, Kamran M. Mirza, Phuong Nhat Nguyen, Liron Pantanowitz, Anil Parwani, Rebecca Rojansky, Robert P. Seifert, Rajendra Singh, Ehab A. Elgabry, Marilyn Bui

Pathology Research and Scholarship

CONTEXT.—: Myriad forces are changing teaching and learning strategies throughout all stages and types of pathology education. Pathology educators and learners face the challenge of adapting to and adopting new methods and tools. The digital pathology transformation and the associated educational ecosystem are major factors in this setting of change.

OBJECTIVE.—: To identify and collect resources, tools, and examples of educational innovations involving digital pathology that are valuable to pathology learners and teachers at each phase of professional development.

DATA SOURCES.—: Sources were a literature review and the personal experience of authors and educators.

CONCLUSIONS.—: High-quality digital pathology tools and …

Transferrin Receptor-Mediated Iron Uptake Promotes Colon Tumorigenesis, Hyeoncheol Kim, Luke B. Villareal, Zhaoli Liu, Mohammad Haneef, Daniel M. Falcon, David R. Martin, Ho-Joon Lee, Michael K. Dame, Durga Attili, Ying Chen, James Varani, Jason R. Spence, Olga Kovbasnjuk, Justin A. Colacino, Costas A. Lyssiotis, Henry C. Lin, Yatrik M. Shah, Xiang Xue

Pathology Research and Scholarship

Transferrin receptor (TFRC) is the major mediator for iron entry into a cell. Under excessive iron conditions, TFRC is expected to be reduced to lower iron uptake and toxicity. However, the mechanism whereby TFRC expression is maintained at high levels in iron-enriched cancer cells and the contribution of TFRC to cancer development are enigmatic. Here the work shows TFRC is induced by adenomatous polyposis coli (APC) gene loss-driven β-catenin activation in colorectal cancer, whereas TFRC-mediated intratumoral iron accumulation potentiates β-catenin signaling by directly enhancing the activity of tankyrase. Disruption of TFRC leads to a reduction of colonic iron levels and …

A Plague On Both Our Houses, Matthew Carley

The Diana McDonald Writer's Challenge

Matthew Carley describes similarities between the traumas often experienced by children who grow up in poverty and the traumas that we hear about with regard to war veterans. Using his own experiences growing up as an example, Carley describes the substance abuse, physical abuse, anger, and neglect that too often are experienced by children in impoverished households. In this essay, he argues for employing on behalf of poor, traumatized children the kinds of programs and interventions that we know to be effective for veterans with PTSD.

Out With The Old And In With The New: Something Museums Always Do, Chloe White

The Diana McDonald Writer's Challenge

Chloe White describes the evolution of museums from private collections of curiosities to publicly funded institutions serving the purposes of education, entertainment, and historical preservation. Recounting ways in which museums have adopted technological advances (gramophones, dramagraphs, films, audio guides), White urges museums to employ virtual and augmented reality technologies to revive interest in museums (at a time when people have endless entertainment options available) and to make museums appealing to a wider audience.

2023-April-01-A Community Needs Excellent Exhibitions. Etsu Has Them., University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

JOHNSON CITY – East Tennessee State University received impressive accolades at this year’s Tennessee Association of Museums (TAM) conference.  

The ETSU Tipton and Slocumb Galleries won the Award of Excellence and were nominated for the prestigious Past Presidents Award for its “Black and Queer Appalachia” project at the conference.

The “Black and Queer Appalachia” project included two African American group exhibitions titled “Black Gaze,” which was co-curated by Lyn Govette and Lynn Bachmann and featured local Appalachian Highland artists. The project also featured “Y’All Don’t Hear Me: The Black Appalachia” curated by Kreneshia Whiteside-McGee, which highlighted 28 visual, literary and …

2023-April-01-An Ancient Tale That's Still Relevant, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

JOHNSON CITY – “Medea,” first performed in 431 B.C., is still relevant to modern audiences.  

The East Tennessee State University Department of Theatre and Dance will bring this captivating story of love, hate, revenge and murder to the stage later this month. 

Performances will be presented in the Bert C. Bach Theatre at the ETSU Martin Center for the Arts at 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, April 20-22. A 2 p.m. show is scheduled for Sunday, April 23. Purchase tickets here or call (423) 439-2787 for more information.

Medea begins April 20

“Take out the use of magic, and forget that this …

2023-April-01-Building A Campus Culture Of Civic Engagement, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

JOHNSON CITY – East Tennessee State University has received the “Voter Friendly Campus” designation for the fourth consecutive term.

The designation, first secured by ETSU in 2017, is given by Fair Election Center’s Campus Vote Project and NASPA – Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education. This year, the initiative recognized 258 campuses in 38 states as being institutions that have planned and implemented practices that encourage their students to register and vote in the 2022 elections and in coming years.

The mission of the 2023 Voter Friendly Campus designation is to bolster colleges and universities’ efforts to help students overcome …

2023-April-01-Celebrating 100 Years Of Student Journalism, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

Last week, East Tennessee State University’s student newspaper, the East Tennessean, celebrated its 100th anniversary. This milestone commemorated a century of journalistic excellence. The East Tennessean plays an important role in facilitating dialogue and engagement on our campus. Students decide what is covered, create content without faculty or administrative oversight, and strive to always provide impartial and thorough information. The newspaper has served as a springboard for hundreds of professional journalists working in the region and beyond, instilling generations of reporters with a sense of integrity, discernment, responsibility, and empathy.

The East Tennessean also is emblematic of the critical …

2023-April-01-Etsu Reports On 'State Of The University', University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

The vast majority of students, faculty and staff believe East Tennessee State University is living up to its mission, according to the results of the 2022 State of the University survey released today during the quarterly meeting of the university’s Board of Trustees. 96% of people surveyed said ETSU is fulfilling its charge to improve the quality of life for people in the region and beyond.  
 
“Our entire campus community is deeply committed to making our communities — and our world — a better place to live,” ETSU President Dr. Brian Noland said. “I do not think it would be …

2023-April-01-Curating A Career- Meet Kreneshia Whiteside-Mcgee, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

East Tennessee State University goes beyond the ordinary by providing an innovative, hands-on approach to learning filled with opportunities beyond textbooks and classrooms. 

“Art is a vulnerable and expressive medium that creates conversations that need to happen. Change, love, and hope – that is what I hope for.”

We see evidence of those limitless possibilities in our ETSU alumni, like Kreneshia Whiteside-McGee. “What really drew me to the campus is the sense of community and approachability. I was able to discover who I was as a person.”

Her expansive curation portfolio showcases how she elevates the artwork of creatives to …

2023-April-01-Inaugural Center For Pharmacy Education, Outreach And Advocacy Conference To Be Held May 8, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

Ballad Health and East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy are hosting the inaugural conference for the Center for Pharmacy Education, Advocacy and Outreach on May 8 at Bristol Regional Medical Center in Bristol, Tennessee.

The free event, aimed at pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, will focus primarily on the topics of substance use disorder (SUD) and the opioid epidemic. Continuing education credit is also being offered for each presentation during the program.  

Check-in will take place between 8:30-9 a.m., with the conference starting at 9 a.m. in the Monarch Auditorium. A free boxed lunch will be provided with …

2023-April-01-Etsu Music Names New Co-Director Of Chamber Music Festival, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

The ETSU Department of Music announces that Knoxville Symphony Orchestra Concertmaster William Shaub has been named co-director of the ETSU Chamber Music Festival. 

  

After two seasons of the festival that have demonstrated “exceptional success” in drawing talented students and renowned faculty, organizers said, Shaub will replace Dr. Sean Hawthorne, who helped found the festival with Dr. David Kovac in 2019. The move is designed to help propel the Chamber Music Festival to even greater national recognition. 

  

In addition to serving as concertmaster of the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra, Shaub serves as a frequent guest concertmaster all around the world. But he …

2023-April-01-Jazz Ensemble Preparing To Dazzle, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

JOHNSON CITY – The East Tennessee State University Jazz Ensemble will present their spring concert titled “Mixed Bag” at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 29, in the Grand Hall of the ETSU Martin Center for the Arts. 

“Instead of presenting a particular genre of music like our Latin Music and Fusion Music concerts of the past, we decided to feature a variety of musical styles on this performance for a change of pace,” said Martin Walters, director of Jazz and Contemporary Music Studies at ETSU. “We are very excited to feature so many of our talented students as soloists …

2023-April-01-Recognized For An Exceptional Year, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

Spring on any college campus is bustling with excitement as students attend end-of-semester events, finish their courses and look forward to commencement. East Tennessee State University’s campus is no different, with the feeling of celebration in the air.  

On Tuesday, April 18, ETSU’s Department of Student Activities and Organizations (SAO) hosted its 21st annual Summit Awards.  

The event, held in the D.P. Culp Student Center ballroom, recognized and celebrated students, faculty, staff and various campus programs for their achievements outside the classroom, on campus, and throughout the community.  

The ceremony recognized award recipients in several categories including Student Organization Awards, …

2023-April-01-They Roam The Courtroom And Get Skills For Later, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

JOHNSON CITY – For the students involved in East Tennessee State University’s Mock Trial team, the experiences and hands-on learning opportunities are immense.  

“It has been more than I could ever imagine,” said team member Caleb Vaughn, a political science and theater and dance major.  

ETSU’s Mock Trial team – formed only a year ago – is already receiving national attention. 

The group won the Spirit of American Mock Trial Association (AMTA) Award, an accolade given to the team that best exemplifies the ideals of college mock trial, including civility, fairness and professionalism, at an AMTA regional tournament …

2023-April-01-This Researcher Is Leading The Way For Others, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

JOHNSON CITY – Dr. Audrey Depelteau, director of East Tennessee State University’s Innovation Lab, will become the first Tennessean invited to speak at the SelectUSA Investment Summit hosted by United States Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo. 

The event, May 1-4 in Washington, D.C., connects investors, companies, industry experts and various organizations with the goal of promoting investment deals in the U.S.

“It is an honor to represent ETSU, our region and the State of Tennessee”  ~ Dr. Audrey Depelteau

“The ETSU Innovation Lab is an International Soft Landings designation certified by the International Business Innovation Association. The scope of …

2023-April-01-These History Students Are Telling Stories Worth Hearing, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

After weeks of working with sources covering over a century of the area’s past, East Tennessee State University students will present their research on the history of Johnson City’s Black community. 

The event happens Tuesday from 4-8:30 p.m. at the Langston Centre, located at 315 Elm Street in Johnson City.  

The research was conducted by students in the Department of History’s historical methods course, a class required before history majors can take upper-level courses. The students mined a wealth of historical information about Black churches, schools, civic clubs and organizations in Johnson City and Washington County from the end …

2023-April-01-They Learned Impressive Skills. Now They Battle., University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

Grab some popcorn. 

East Tennessee State University’s Computing Department will host a virtual robot fight this week. The event is Friday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in the D.P. Culp Student Center Cave.  

“The department is proud of the hard work and dedication of its students and looks forward to an exciting competition that showcases their talents,” said Dr. Tony Pittarese, dean of the ETSU College of Business & Technology.

Event is April 14

During the competition, student groups will showcase their skills in designing virtual robots that can interact with a simulated environment. Each group will develop strategies and …

2023-April-01-The Arts Give The Heart Life, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

For Wesley Harmon, theatre is the most real form of entertainment. The arts, according to Savannah Spangler, give the heart its life. “If I’m going to be honest,” said Olivia Zimanek, “this department means everything. Everyone is so supportive and kind.”

ETSU’s Department of Theatre and Dance provides students with exceptional opportunities that boost self-confidence, social awareness, communication skills, and so much more.

“The arts help us make sense of what is happening in the world,” said Chair Karen Brewster.

Learn more about the department here. 

2023-April-01-Time, Space And The Deep South, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

Tema Stauffer is an award-winning photographer and associate professor of photography at East Tennessee State University. Exhibited nationally and internationally, her work has earned many awards and recognitions.  

 

A recent exhibition, “Southern Fiction,” was hosted at the Reece Museum earlier this year. She has taught at ETSU since 2017.   

2023-April-01-They've Prepped For Months. Now They Present., University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

JOHNSON CITY – Students at East Tennessee State University will soon have the chance to show off their impressive scholarship.

The 2023 Dr. Jay W. Boland Undergraduate Research Symposium is set for Monday, April 24, in the D.P. Culp Student Center. It begins at 9 a.m. and runs through the early afternoon. 

“This symposium fosters discussion and collaboration in fields that span the natural and social sciences, humanities, business and technology and the arts,” said Dr. Cerrone Foster, an award-winning scientist and the interim director of Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities. “This symposium also provides experiential and professional experience …

Childbearing Under Unbearable Circumstances: The Importance Of Abortion Ban Exceptions For Victims Of Sexual Violence And The Current Bias Against Sex Trafficking Victims, Lori N. Ross

University of Baltimore Law Review

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The Limits Of Behavioral Antitrust, Peter O'Loughlin

University of Baltimore Law Review

No abstract provided.

University Of Baltimore Law Review, Volume 52, Issue 2, Spring 2023

University of Baltimore Law Review

No abstract provided.

Cannabis And Commercial Leases: Should Maryland Be “Under The Influence” Of Other States?, Alina Pargamanik

University of Baltimore Law Review

No abstract provided.

Negative Polar Questions And Answers In English And Korean, Keunhyung Park

Theses and Dissertations

The meaning of positive polar questions (PPQs) is relatively straightforward, so the truth conditions of PPQs can be decided easily. In contrast, the meaning of negative polar questions (NPQs) may vary, and simple yes-no answers to NPQs have seemingly unpredictable interpretations. For example, a simple yes answer to a PPQ like ‘Did you have lunch today?’ is easily interpreted as ‘I ate lunch.’ In contrast, the same yes answer to an NPQ like ‘Did you not eat lunch today?’ is not obvious out of context. Why are NPQs more ambiguous than PPQs? Based on our empirical observations of the difference …

A Semantic Web Approach To Fault Tolerant Autonomous Manufacturing, Fadi El Kalach

Theses and Dissertations

The next phase of manufacturing is centered on making the switch from traditional automated to autonomous systems. Future Factories are required to be agile, allowing for more customized production, and resistant to disturbances. Such production lines would have the capability to reallocate resources as needed and eliminate downtime while keeping up with market demands. These systems must be capable of complex decision making based on different parameters such as machine status, sensory data, and inspection results. Current manufacturing lines lack this complex capability and instead focus on low level decision making on the machine level without utilizing the generated data …

A Causal Comparative Study Of The Effects Of Physical Activity Course Enrollment On College Students’ Perceived Wellness, Mental Health, And Basic Psychological Needs, Genee’ Regina Glascoe

Theses and Dissertations

On college campuses, there has been an increase in mental health needs among students. In 2019, 56% of students attended counseling for mental health concerns compared to 46% of students who attended in 2010 (The Center for Collegiate Mental Health, 2019). Colleges have begun focusing on student wellness to assist their students with the capability to thrive during their college years and beyond (LaFountaine et al., 2006). Basic psychological needs must be met to achieve psychological growth and wellbeing (Ryan & Deci, 2000b; Zhang et al., 2012). Taliaferro et al. (2009) found evidence of an association between physical activity and …

Que Ondee Sola - Spring 2023, Xavier Morales-Greene

Que Ondee Sola

Student publication founded in 1972, articles include: A New Chapter, Same Fight, The Puerto Rico Status Act, Untitled by Logan Leflore, Act 20 and Act 22, Flag Rising, Like Theirs: Colorism and Featurism in Our Communities, The Resurgence of The Rainbow Coalition in Our Very Own Chicago, Letters from Statesville Correctional Center, Project on Youth Advocacy, The Olmec Were A Native American Civilization, Indigenous People's Day Needs to be a National Holiday, Atabey of Boriké, Sol by Clay Cofre, Displayed with Absence: The Erasure of Indigenous Caribbeans in Educational Spaces, La Voz Supporter Section, and Please Reach Out

Coordination Of Hydraulic And Morphological Traits Across Dominant Grasses In Eastern Australia, Robert J. Griffin-Nolan, Jeff Chieppa, Alan K. Knapp

Biology

1. Leaf hydraulic traits characterize plant drought tolerance and responses to climate change. Yet, plant hydraulics are biased towards northern hemisphere woody species. We collected rhizomes of several perennial grass species along a precipitation gradient in eastern Australia and grew them in an experimental pot study to investigate potential trade-offs between drought tolerance and plant morphology.
2. We measured the following leaf hydraulic traits: the leaf water potential (Ψleaf) at 50% and 88% loss of leaf hydraulic conductance (P50Kleaf and P88Kleaf), the Ψleaf at 50% loss of stomatal conductance (P50gs), leaf turgor loss point (TLP), leaf dry matter content (LDMC), leaf modulus …