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Research On Application Of Modified Atmosphere In Fresh-Keeping Technology Of Fruits And Vegetables In Cold Chain Logistics, Wei He Feb 2023

Research On Application Of Modified Atmosphere In Fresh-Keeping Technology Of Fruits And Vegetables In Cold Chain Logistics, Wei He

Food and Machinery

This study summarizes the application research of the modified atmosphere preservation technology of fruits and vegetables in cold chain logistics domestic and abroad, and summarizes the basic principles of modified atmosphere preservation technology and its application status of fruits and vegetables in cold chain logistics domestic and abroad. The trend of the application of modified atmosphere preservation technology for fruits and vegetables in cold chain logistics will help the healthy development of Chinese fruit and vegetable industry.


Application Of Food In Functional Products From The Perspective Of Antioxidant Dietary Supplement, Yi Sa Feb 2023

Application Of Food In Functional Products From The Perspective Of Antioxidant Dietary Supplement, Yi Sa

Food and Machinery

Anti-oxidation is an effective process to inhibit the oxidation of free radicals. The human body produces anti-oxidation substances as well as free radicals. With the improvement of material life, people hope to satisfy their health needs by eating natural and healthy food. In this paper, through the analysis of the raw materials and the compatibility of the products, it is found that the food and the extract are widely used in the anti-oxidation functional food, and the anti-oxidation function of the raw materials and the anti-oxidation function of the dietary supplement have been developed, the general situation of the use …


Effect Of L-Cysteine Hydrochloride On The Contents Of Four Toxic Aldehydes And Fluorescent Ages In Biscuits, Ting Weng, Jie Zheng, Cai-Huan Huang, Shi-Yi Ou Feb 2023

Effect Of L-Cysteine Hydrochloride On The Contents Of Four Toxic Aldehydes And Fluorescent Ages In Biscuits, Ting Weng, Jie Zheng, Cai-Huan Huang, Shi-Yi Ou

Food and Machinery

In the current study, different levels of L-cysteine hydrochloride (0.3, 0.6, 1.0, 1.5 g/kg) were incorporated in dough for the preparation of biscuits to investigate the effect of L-cysteine on the appearance and the content of four toxic aldehydes and fluorescent advanced glycation end products(AGEs) in biscuits. The results showed that the addition of L-cysteine hydrochloride brightened the color of the biscuits, and cause a slight decrease in pH values. The incorporation of L-cysteine hydrochloride significantly decreased the content of 5-hydroxymethyl furfural(HMF), 3-deoxyglucosone(3-DG), glyoxal(GO), methylglyoxal(MGO) and fluorescent AGEs in biscuits in a dose-dependent manner. The addition of L-cysteine at the …


Preparation And Structural Characterization Of Zinc-Binding Antioxidant Peptides From Corbicula Fluminea Hydrolysate, Jing-Jing Liu, Yun-Tao Xu, Chen-Hui Zhu, Qian-Qian Huang, Yao-Ping Han, Xue-Feng Wang, Ran Zhang, Yang-Jun Dai Feb 2023

Preparation And Structural Characterization Of Zinc-Binding Antioxidant Peptides From Corbicula Fluminea Hydrolysate, Jing-Jing Liu, Yun-Tao Xu, Chen-Hui Zhu, Qian-Qian Huang, Yao-Ping Han, Xue-Feng Wang, Ran Zhang, Yang-Jun Dai

Food and Machinery

Using clam meat as protein source, the hydrolysate was obtained by enzymehydrolysis with neutral protease. Antioxidant peptides were then separated and purified from the enzymatich-ydrolysate of Corbicula flumineaby using glucose gel G-50. Zinc-binding antioxidant peptides were prepared according to optimal process. Qualitative analysis of chelate products was carried out byninhydrin method and sodium sulfide method. Ultraviolet spectra, Fourier infrared and fluorescent light spectra, X-radiation diffraction and scanning electron microscopy were applied to predict the structure of the chelate products. The results showed that the product powder is a kind of polypeptide zinc chelate. The carboxyl, amino and amide bonds of …


Design Of Quinoa Moisture Rapid Detector Based On Capacitance Method, Qian Xi, Zhi-Yong Zhang, Kai Yuan, Dong-Sheng Guo, Ying-Rui Wu Feb 2023

Design Of Quinoa Moisture Rapid Detector Based On Capacitance Method, Qian Xi, Zhi-Yong Zhang, Kai Yuan, Dong-Sheng Guo, Ying-Rui Wu

Food and Machinery

The effects of temperature (5~40 ℃), water content (10.14%~29.55%) and frequency (1~100 kHz) on quinoa capacitance were studied by LCR meter. Based on the multiple regression analysis method, and the optimal excitation frequency (21 kHz) and water content detection model for quinoa water content detection were determined. The minimum system board of MSP430F149 microcontroller, TFT touch-screen, AD5933 impedance measurement chip, self-made concentric circle capacitance sensor and DS18B20 digital temperature sensor were selected to complete the design of the quinoa moisture rapid detector. The accuracy test of the detector showed that the average relative error of quinoa water content test results …


Multi-Objective Lightweight Design For Big Arm Of Md-1200yj Palletizing Robot, Ying He, Han Gao, Chao Ma, Li Gu Feb 2023

Multi-Objective Lightweight Design For Big Arm Of Md-1200yj Palletizing Robot, Ying He, Han Gao, Chao Ma, Li Gu

Food and Machinery

Finite element model of big arm of MD-1200YJ palletizing robot was established,the accuracy of the finite element model was verified by modal test.By static analysis taking into account dynamic factors, constrained modal analysis, vibration response test and frequency response analysis to determine to use minimal mass, maximizing the first and second natural frequency, minimizing the maximal stress, minimizing the maximal deformation and as the optimization objectives. Taking structure parameters as design variables and boundary conditionsof design variables as the constraint conditions, the approximation models of objective functions and constraint functions were established by the Box-Behnken and the RSM. The optimal …


Design Of Weighing System For Micro Mixing Powdery Particles, Da-Pan Hou, Ju-Dong Liu Feb 2023

Design Of Weighing System For Micro Mixing Powdery Particles, Da-Pan Hou, Ju-Dong Liu

Food and Machinery

To improve the weighing accuracy and efficiency of mixed powder granules, the material characteristics of the mixed powder granules were studied. The material characteristics of mixed powdery particles are studied. According to the influence of the density, binding property and quantitative size of the mixed materials on the accuracy of quantitative feeding, a method of combined calculation after volumetric quantitative molding is proposed to solve the quantitative error. Studed The influence of the combination model on the combination quantitative error, and the influence of the single bucket quantitative error on the combination process in the combination process. The volume forming …


Expression, Strengthening And Development Of Color Association In Food Packaging Design, Li Xia Feb 2023

Expression, Strengthening And Development Of Color Association In Food Packaging Design, Li Xia

Food and Machinery

Food packaging with strong color association can not only transmit food information, but also let consumers understand the cultural connotation behind the product and attract consumers' attention. Taking the associativity of color as the starting point, analyzing the color elements in food packaging based on the relevant theories of color psychology, enhancing the color impact of modern food packaging design, and enhancing the visual experience of consumers, with creating more social value, optimize the color experience of consumers and provide color services for brand extension.


Optimization Of Extraction Process Of Lignans And Polyphenols By Ultrasonic Wave Assisted Extraction From Cinnamomum Camphora, Hai-Xu Zhou, Mei-Yu Xie, Han Gao, Bo Li, Tong-Chao Su, Zhong-Hai Li Feb 2023

Optimization Of Extraction Process Of Lignans And Polyphenols By Ultrasonic Wave Assisted Extraction From Cinnamomum Camphora, Hai-Xu Zhou, Mei-Yu Xie, Han Gao, Bo Li, Tong-Chao Su, Zhong-Hai Li

Food and Machinery

Response surface methodology (RSM) based on Box Behnken Design (BBD) was employed to optimize the extraction conditions including the liquid-to-solid ratio, ultrasonic time, ethanol concentration and extraction time. The optimized conditions were as follows: liquid-to-solid ratio 1∶22 (g/mL), ultrasonic time 3 min, ethanol concentration 80% and extraction time 78 min. Under these conditions, the experimental yield of lignans and polyphenol were 44.89 mg/g, 48.17 mg/g, respectively.


Establishment And Detection Of Moisture Prediction Model Of Key Processes Of Cigarette Cutting Process, Zi-Juan Li, Bo Liu, Yang Gao, Jiao-Jiao Chen Feb 2023

Establishment And Detection Of Moisture Prediction Model Of Key Processes Of Cigarette Cutting Process, Zi-Juan Li, Bo Liu, Yang Gao, Jiao-Jiao Chen

Food and Machinery

Taking the loosening and conditioning process, feeding moisture returning process, hot air moistening process and the whole silk making process as the research objects, the artificial neural network and multiple regression modeling method were used to investigate the influence of different modeling methods on the moisture prediction accuracy of each process. moreover, the predicted results were tested experimentally. The experimental results showed that the mean of the absolute value of the prediction error was 0.24% for the loose moisture returning process with multiple regression modeling method. The mean of the absolute value of the prediction error was 0.20% for feeding …


Detection Method Of Mutton Adulteration Based On Pso-Lssvm And Characteristic Wavelengths Extraction, Tian-Tian Cheng, Ke-Jian Wang, Xian-Zhong Han, Shi Li, Yuan Wang Feb 2023

Detection Method Of Mutton Adulteration Based On Pso-Lssvm And Characteristic Wavelengths Extraction, Tian-Tian Cheng, Ke-Jian Wang, Xian-Zhong Han, Shi Li, Yuan Wang

Food and Machinery

In order to solve the problem of fast detection of adulteration of mutton and pork, the spectral collection of adulterated mutton was carried out by using a multi-spectral instrument, and the reflectivity of samples at the band of 350~1 100 nm was obtained. For data preprocessing, Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) was used to optimize the Least Squares Support Vector Machine (LSSVM), and a Least Squares Support Vector Machine (PSO-LSSVM) model based on Particle Swarm Optimization was established, compared with Partial Least Squares(PLS), Back Propagation Neural Network (BPNN) and LSSVM models. The result showed that PSO algorithm could effectively optimize LSSVM …


Geographical Origin Traceability Discrimination Of Chongming Rice Wine, Xing Liu, Qai-Cai Zhang, Chun-Xia Yao, Wei-Guo Song Feb 2023

Geographical Origin Traceability Discrimination Of Chongming Rice Wine, Xing Liu, Qai-Cai Zhang, Chun-Xia Yao, Wei-Guo Song

Food and Machinery

Shanghai Chongming rice wine was used as the main research subject in this study. The natural abundance of hydrogen and oxygen stable isotopes (δ2H and δ18O values), mineral elements and free amino acids content were analyzed. The discriminant models of Chongming rice wines were established and the characteristic variables were screened by principal component analysis (PCA) and partial least squares discriminant analysis (PLS-DA). The results showed that the δ2H and δ18O values, mineral elements and free amino acids content in rice wines from different geographic origins were different, but only δ2 …


Design And Simulation Of Coffee Capsule Aluminum Foil Welding Equipment, Jing-Feng Ding, Xiao-Zuo Xu, Jiang Xu Feb 2023

Design And Simulation Of Coffee Capsule Aluminum Foil Welding Equipment, Jing-Feng Ding, Xiao-Zuo Xu, Jiang Xu

Food and Machinery

In order to improve the welding quality of the aluminum foil at the bottom of the coffee capsule, a coffee capsule aluminum foil welding device based on a grooved cam drive was designed. The key transmission system of coffee capsule aluminum foil welding equipment was designed in detail, including the transmission system structure design, the calculation of groove cam motion curve, the derivation of convex contour curve, etc. In ADAMS, the key transmission system model in aluminum foil welding equipment was established, and a simulation environment was built to perform kinematic analysis on the designed transmission system. Rigid-flexible coupling analysis …


Best Practices For Creating And Maintaining High-Impact Student Organizations, Emily Miranda, Alyssa Brule, Patrick J. Cooper Feb 2023

Best Practices For Creating And Maintaining High-Impact Student Organizations, Emily Miranda, Alyssa Brule, Patrick J. Cooper

Faculty and Staff Publications & Presentations

College students often overlook, or are unaware of, the opportunities provided by their university outside of the classroom. Most universities offer extensive resources and programs that supplement students’ academic education, often in the form of student-run clubs, honor societies, and other organizations. Holding an official position or immersing yourself into new academically social situations helps to eliminate the boundaries of reaching future success in your career.

Research suggests that participating in organizational groups enhances overall personal autonomy, understanding of group interests and dynamics, and other nonacademic decision-making (Moore et al., 1998). For that reason, students should connect and participate in …


Drosophila Model For Potential Plasticizer Induced Hyperactivity, Xavier Hayes, Erika L. Doctor, Cassandra S. Korte, Kimberly D. Rowland Feb 2023

Drosophila Model For Potential Plasticizer Induced Hyperactivity, Xavier Hayes, Erika L. Doctor, Cassandra S. Korte, Kimberly D. Rowland

Faculty and Staff Publications & Presentations

Plasticizing additives such as phthalates, are known to cause disruptions in human nervous systems linked to neurological disorders, thus with the Drosophila activity monitoring (DAM) system test can be conducted to consider whether the flies are exhibiting hyperactivity (Hlisníková et al., 2021). Drosophila is a useful model for exposure of metabolic compounds followed by general and specific assays of their effects. Our experiments propose a link between exposure to phthalates and hyperactivity between humans that can be investigated with flies as a model for testing hyperactivity (Praveena et al., 2020). The link that is proposed is a cross-sectional study that …


Whose Fault Is It? Externalizing Academic Responsibilities Is Associated With Lower Gpa, Alyssa Brule, Patrick J. Cooper, Rachel E. Pauletti Feb 2023

Whose Fault Is It? Externalizing Academic Responsibilities Is Associated With Lower Gpa, Alyssa Brule, Patrick J. Cooper, Rachel E. Pauletti

Faculty and Staff Publications & Presentations

A core tenet of Bandura’s (1986) Social Cognitive Theory is that cognitive factors motivate human behavior. For instance, believing that earning high grades will result in a desirable job will motivate one to earn higher grades. Here, we suggest that externalizing the responsibility of one’s college education are more likely to struggle academically.

As part of a larger study, college students (N = 396) from three universities reported their externalized academic responsibility (Chowning & Campbell, 2009), self-esteem (Rosenberg, 1985), narcissism (Gentile et al. 2013), and GPA. It was hypothesized that externalized academic responsibility would be negatively associated with GPA. In …


Braf V600e-Mutant Cancers Treated With Vemurafenib Alone Or In Combination With Everolimus, Sorafenib, Or Crizotinib Or With Paclitaxel And Carboplatin (Vem-Plus) Study, Blessie Elizabeth Nelson, Jason Roszik, Filip Janku, David S Hong, Shumei Kato, Sarina Piha-Paul, Apostolia Tsimberidou, Maria Cabanillas, Naifa Lamki Busaidy, Milind Javle, Lauren Averett Byers, John V Heymach, Funda Meric-Bernstam, Vivek Subbiah Feb 2023

Braf V600e-Mutant Cancers Treated With Vemurafenib Alone Or In Combination With Everolimus, Sorafenib, Or Crizotinib Or With Paclitaxel And Carboplatin (Vem-Plus) Study, Blessie Elizabeth Nelson, Jason Roszik, Filip Janku, David S Hong, Shumei Kato, Sarina Piha-Paul, Apostolia Tsimberidou, Maria Cabanillas, Naifa Lamki Busaidy, Milind Javle, Lauren Averett Byers, John V Heymach, Funda Meric-Bernstam, Vivek Subbiah

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

Combined BRAF + MEK inhibition is FDA approved for BRAF V600E-mutant solid tumors except for colorectal cancer. However, beyond MAPK mediated resistance several other mechanisms of resistance such as activation of CRAF, ARAF, MET, P13K/AKT/mTOR pathway exist among other complex pathways. In the VEM-PLUS study, we performed a pooled analysis of four phase one studies evaluating the safety and efficacy of vemurafenib monotherapy and vemurafenib combined with targeted therapies (sorafenib, crizotinib, or everolimus) or carboplatin plus paclitaxel in advanced solid tumors harboring BRAF V600 mutations. When vemurafenib monotherapy was compared with the combination regimens, no significant differences in OS or …


The Use Of Automated Atrial Cmr Measures And A Novel Atrioventricular Coupling Index For Predicting Risk In Repaired Tetralogy Of Fallot, Megan Gunsaulus, Alejandra Bueno, Carley Bright, Katelyn Snyder, Nikkan Das, Craig Dobson, Mark Debrunner, Adam Christopher, Arvind Hoskoppal, Christopher Follansbee, Gaurav Arora, Laura Olivieri, Tarek Alsaied Feb 2023

The Use Of Automated Atrial Cmr Measures And A Novel Atrioventricular Coupling Index For Predicting Risk In Repaired Tetralogy Of Fallot, Megan Gunsaulus, Alejandra Bueno, Carley Bright, Katelyn Snyder, Nikkan Das, Craig Dobson, Mark Debrunner, Adam Christopher, Arvind Hoskoppal, Christopher Follansbee, Gaurav Arora, Laura Olivieri, Tarek Alsaied

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

Atrial size and function have been recognized as markers of diastolic function, and diastolic dysfunction has been identified as a predictor of adverse outcomes in repaired tetralogy of Fallot (rTOF). This was a retrospective single-center study with the objective of investigating the use of atrial measurements obtained via CMR for predicting outcomes in rTOF patients. Automated contours of the left and right atria (LA and RA) were performed. A novel parameter, termed the Right Atrioventricular Coupling Index (RACI), was defined as the ratio of RA end-diastolic volume to right ventricle (RV) end-diastolic volume. Patients were risk-stratified using a previously validated …


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Difference Of Elbow Extension Velocity During Flat And Mound Throwing, Omar Arizpe, Joshua Perez, Bryon C. Applequist Feb 2023

Difference Of Elbow Extension Velocity During Flat And Mound Throwing, Omar Arizpe, Joshua Perez, Bryon C. Applequist

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

In baseball, players encounter varying forms of throwing that is dependent upon position. Pitchers often throw on a mound, while position players are seen throwing from a flat ground. The throwing motion of a baseball consists of six phases: wind-up, stride, late cocking, acceleration, deceleration, and follow through. Each of these different phases consists of velocities being produced from the lower body through the elbow, which contributes to a potential cause of throwing arm injuries. Given the prominence of elbow injuries to pitchers, investigation into the solution to reducing arm injuries has continued to gain traction. PURPOSE: The purpose …


Anaerobic Performance In Female Collegiate Wrestlers During Ovulation Versus The Mid-Luteal Phase Of The Menstrual Cycle: A Pilot Study, Nicole Varone, Cayla Clark, Colby Morse, Joseph Mallillin, Alyssa Flores, Andreas Kreutzer, Brandon R. Rigby, Kyle Biggerstaff Feb 2023

Anaerobic Performance In Female Collegiate Wrestlers During Ovulation Versus The Mid-Luteal Phase Of The Menstrual Cycle: A Pilot Study, Nicole Varone, Cayla Clark, Colby Morse, Joseph Mallillin, Alyssa Flores, Andreas Kreutzer, Brandon R. Rigby, Kyle Biggerstaff

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Anaerobic performance may vary during different phases of the menstrual cycle. The greatest differences occur between the late-follicular phase (i.e., ovulation) and the mid-luteal phase. Optimal anaerobic performance may be observed during the mid-luteal phase. PURPOSE: To explore differences in upper and lower body anaerobic performance during ovulation versus the mid-luteal phase of the menstrual cycle in collegiate female wrestlers. METHODS: Six female collegiate wrestlers (age = 18.6 ± 0.2 yrs; height = 165.0 ± 0.5 cm; body mass = 79.7 ± 9.6 kg; lean body mass = 45.6 ± 2.8 kg; % body fat = 31.4 ± 6.6%) performed …


Comparison Of Cognitive Performance Following One Hour Of Passive Heating Or Walking In Older Adults: A Preliminary Analysis, Cayla Clark, Nicole Varone, Alyssa Flores, Joseph Mallillin, Colby Morse, Brandon R. Rigby Feb 2023

Comparison Of Cognitive Performance Following One Hour Of Passive Heating Or Walking In Older Adults: A Preliminary Analysis, Cayla Clark, Nicole Varone, Alyssa Flores, Joseph Mallillin, Colby Morse, Brandon R. Rigby

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Moderate-intensity exercise increases measures of cognitive performance such as working memory and cognitive flexibility. Hyperthermia can result in declines in cognitive performance through reduced motor function and response inhibition. However, these results have been observed during cognitive performance in the heat while core temperatures remain elevated. Heat therapy may promote improvements in cognitive function after treatment similar to exercise training by inducing a stress-related response. The purpose of this study was to compare cognitive performance immediately following one hour of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise or one hour of whole-body passive heating. METHODS: Four adults (age: 67.3 + 3.3 years, BMI: …


Relationships Between Physical Training And Marksmanship Performance In Law Enforcement Officers, Jackeline M. Rodriguez, Jennifer Bunn, Matthew Wagner Feb 2023

Relationships Between Physical Training And Marksmanship Performance In Law Enforcement Officers, Jackeline M. Rodriguez, Jennifer Bunn, Matthew Wagner

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Law enforcement is a dangerous occupation that necessitates excellent physical fitness levels as well as exceptional shooting skills to ensure officer safety and survival. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study is to assess relationships between dynamic shooting accuracy and physical training behaviors in law enforcement officers. METHODS: Subjects consisted of 70 tactical (SWAT) law enforcement officers from various local, state and national agencies. Each subject completed a survey including information on general experience in law enforcement, as well as previous and current weapons and physical training. Subjects completed several dynamic shooting drills with both a pistol and a …


Kinetic And Kinematic Difference Between The First And Second Landing Of A Single Leg Drop Vertical Landing Task, Chenyang Li Feb 2023

Kinetic And Kinematic Difference Between The First And Second Landing Of A Single Leg Drop Vertical Landing Task, Chenyang Li

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The drop vertical jump is commonly used to assess the biomechanical performance of athletes, both for screening for injury risk and for assessing return-to-play readiness. These assessments rely only on the performance of the first landing and the implications of the second landing have been largely ignored. The second landing, however, better simulates the mechanics of rebounding tasks which are most often associated with greater ACL injury risk. PURPOSE: To analyze the differences in kinetic and kinematic metrics at the knee joint during the first and second landings of the single-leg drop vertical jump. METHODS: Seven younger adults …


Effects Of Acute Bouts Of Aerobic Exercise On Adipokines In Individuals With Mid-Spectrum Chronic Kidney Disease, Tomas J. Chapman-Lopez, J. Kyle Taylor, Ricardo Torres, Li Qian, Kathy Dugan, S. Robin Latchem, Leslee K. Funderburk, Jeffrey S. Forsse Feb 2023

Effects Of Acute Bouts Of Aerobic Exercise On Adipokines In Individuals With Mid-Spectrum Chronic Kidney Disease, Tomas J. Chapman-Lopez, J. Kyle Taylor, Ricardo Torres, Li Qian, Kathy Dugan, S. Robin Latchem, Leslee K. Funderburk, Jeffrey S. Forsse

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Adipokines have been known to influence various health-related complications such as chronic kidney disease (CKD) and cardiovascular diseases. Fluctuations in adipokines are commonly seen from changes in body composition, however, some evidence shows acute changes may be seen from exercise. Individuals with CKD are commonly characterized by a decline in renal filtration and systemic inflammation. It may be possible that an acute bout of aerobic exercise may improve pro- and anti-inflammatory adipokine concentrations typically seen in individuals with moderate stages of CKD. PURPOSE: To determine the acute effects of aerobic exercise on adipokine concentrations in individuals with moderate stages …


Effects Of Motivational Music On Post-Exercise Recovery, Damaris Thrash, Shannon L. Jordan Feb 2023

Effects Of Motivational Music On Post-Exercise Recovery, Damaris Thrash, Shannon L. Jordan

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Previous literature suggests “motivational” music has a tempo between 120-140 bpm to elicit positive responses to exercise performance. While music that is considered “motivational” has been known to elicit a positive response during exercise performance, it’s impact on exercise recovery has not been determined. PURPOSE: To examine responses of physiological variables to motivational music during the exercise recovery period. Hypothesis: calm music, or no music would allow the participants to recover more quickly during the excess post-exercise oxygen consumption (EPOC) period. METHODS: This study consisted of 10 healthy, college-aged (19-25 years) individuals (6 M, 4F). Participants performed the Bruce treadmill …


Pressurized Device For Mitigating Atrophy In Soleus During Long-Duration Spaceflight, Ramona Tovar Briones, Kimhab Sor, Breandrea Diaz, Dona Varghese, Benjamin Easter, Hunter Alvis, Brandon R. Rigby Feb 2023

Pressurized Device For Mitigating Atrophy In Soleus During Long-Duration Spaceflight, Ramona Tovar Briones, Kimhab Sor, Breandrea Diaz, Dona Varghese, Benjamin Easter, Hunter Alvis, Brandon R. Rigby

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

A major concern with long duration spaceflight, skeletal muscle atrophy is most detrimental in lower limb musculature, particularly in muscles critical for proper gait, such as the soleus. The decline of muscle activation and the suppression of sensory input from plantar sole mechanoreceptors can add to the attenuation of skeletal muscle health during spaceflight. More specifically, inhibition of sensory input from sole receptors, such as with gravitational unloading, decreases selective activation, thereby negatively affecting muscle tone and inevitably resulting in lower limb atrophy. PURPOSE: To design, fabricate, and test a specialized boot with an insole that applies oscillating pneumatic …


Comparison Of Static Flexibility And Balance In Older Adults Engaging In Balance Training Activities, Jack Hansen, Vanessa Mikan Phd Feb 2023

Comparison Of Static Flexibility And Balance In Older Adults Engaging In Balance Training Activities, Jack Hansen, Vanessa Mikan Phd

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Around 36 million falls are reported among older adults each year, with 32,000 of those falls resulting in death (CDC, 2022). In recent studies, correlations have been made between a lack of muscle flexibility and body balance and a lack of balance and poor walking ability (Iwamoto et al., 2009). As a result, balance improvement and flexibility gains allow for a better quality of life (Chang et al., 2010). PURPOSE: To compare the static flexibility and static balance in older adults (50-75 years old) who have (a) participated in balance performance training (Tai Chi, yoga, Pilates, etc.) for four or …


The Effects Of Equine-Assisted Therapy On Gait In Adults With Parkinson’S Disease: A Preliminary Analysis, Hunter Alvis, Kanji Mori, Nicholas A. Levine, Andrea Martinez, Suzanne Sessums, Kevin Becker, Heather Roberts, Brandon R. Rigby Feb 2023

The Effects Of Equine-Assisted Therapy On Gait In Adults With Parkinson’S Disease: A Preliminary Analysis, Hunter Alvis, Kanji Mori, Nicholas A. Levine, Andrea Martinez, Suzanne Sessums, Kevin Becker, Heather Roberts, Brandon R. Rigby

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a chronic, progressive, neurological disorder caused by the destruction of dopamine-producing neurons in the substantia nigra of the brain. To treat motor symptoms of PD, individuals may choose alternative modes of exercise, such as equine-assisted therapy (EAT), to improve physiological health. PURPOSE: To determine changes in gait following 8 weeks of Equine Assisted Therapy (EAT) in older men with PD. METHODS: Six older adults (age = 68.0 ± 8.6 yrs; height = 178.6 ± 8.3 cm; weight = 93.4 ± 16.3 kg; Hoehn and Yahr classification = 2.8 ± 0.4; time since diagnosis = …


Student-Athlete Perceptions Of Sources Of Stress And Coping, Tyler Richardson, Lucas Lancaster, Cory Driskill, Melissa D. Long Feb 2023

Student-Athlete Perceptions Of Sources Of Stress And Coping, Tyler Richardson, Lucas Lancaster, Cory Driskill, Melissa D. Long

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The purpose of this study was to explore stress in student-athletes. Stress, especially distress, can lead to mental health issues. This topic has traditionally not been discussed in coaching but is becoming more necessary. Student-athletes are more in tune with their mental health than even before, and coaches are not always sure how to handle situations that arise on this topic. PURPOSE: The intent of this study was to help strength and conditioning coaches become more aware of their student-athletes’ stress and coping mechanisms. METHODS: This study was conducted through an emailed survey to student-athletes. No identifying information …