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Lit 524.01: Nature, Language And Politics - Anthropocene Dreams, Louise E. Economides

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2026-2030

No abstract provided.

Crwr 310.01: Intermediate Fiction Workshop, Rosalyn H. Mclean

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2026-2030

No abstract provided.

Spns 202.01: Intermediate Spanish Ii, Micaela O. Downey

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2026-2030

No abstract provided.

Lit 494.01: Senior Literary Capstone - Memory, Trauma, And Literature, Eric J. Reimer

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2026-2030

No abstract provided.

Crwr 514.01: Techniques In The Novel - Workshop, Rosalyn H. Mclean

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2026-2030

No abstract provided.

Lit 521.01: Seminar - Three Contemporary Poets: Anne Carson, C. D. Wright, Ross Gay, Robert M. Baker

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2026-2030

No abstract provided.

Grmn 317l.01: Introduction To Multicultural Literature In Contemporary Germany, Hiltrudis M. Arens

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2026-2030

No abstract provided.

Chin 391.01: Special Topics - Chinese Culture Through Films, Zhen Cao

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2026-2030

No abstract provided.

Spns 400.01: Introduction To Spanish Linguistics, Dora L. Lacasse

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2026-2030

No abstract provided.

Grmn 102.03: Elementary German Ii, Marton M. Marko

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2026-2030

No abstract provided.

Writ 201.04: College Writing Ii - The Art Of The Essay, Emily Harman

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2026-2030

No abstract provided.

Cols 362.01: Life After Sport, Nikole P. Cook, Jennifer D. Zellmer-Cuaresma, Mary Helen Houlihan

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2026-2030

No abstract provided.

Crwr 515.01: Traditions Of Prosody And Poetry Techniques, Brian A. Blanchfield

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2026-2030

No abstract provided.

Lit 304.01: U.S. Writers Of Color, Quan M. Ha

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2026-2030

No abstract provided.

Crwr 210a.01: Introductory Fiction Workshop, Jade V. Taylor

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2026-2030

No abstract provided.

Russ 202.01: Intermediate Russian Ii, Clint B. Walker

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2026-2030

No abstract provided.

Spns 202.02: Intermediate Spanish Ii, Micaela O. Downey

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2026-2030

No abstract provided.

Crwr 512.01: Graduate Nonfiction Workshop, Brian A. Blanchfield

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2026-2030

No abstract provided.

Crwr 410.01: Advanced Fiction Workshop, Jules D. Ohman

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2026-2030

No abstract provided.

Writ 201.07: College Writing Ii - The Art Of The Essay, Rachel Ouellette

University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2026-2030

No abstract provided.

Dna Stability In Aqueous Solutions: A Case Study On Poly A - Poly T Duplex Using Molecular Dynamics Simulations, Haripriya Chennuru

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

This thesis relies on molecular dynamics (MD) simulations, which apply the AMBER software package to analyze the structural stability, energetics, and dynamics of Poly A - Poly T DNA duplexes. This work is mainly concerned with testing configurations of non-bonded interaction cutoffs (12 Å and 15 Å) on the Generalized Born solvation models (IGB1 and IGB2) to determine the most appropriate conditions regarding computation time and physical reliability in DNA molecular dynamics. The solvation models enable effective simulation of solvent effects, facilitating the calculation of simulation parameters to evaluate structural stability within different environmental conditions. Overall, the performance indicates that …

Obesity Does Not Significantly Impact Clinical Outcomes Following Anterior Cervical Discectomy And Fusion, Ishan Shah, Alejandro Perez-Albela, Riya Shah, Charles Furlong, Puru Sadh, John Czerwein, Alan Daniels, Bryce A Basques

SKMC Student Presentations and Publications

BACKGROUND: With obesity rates rising among patients undergoing anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) and more procedures shifting to outpatient settings, this study aimed to evaluate the impact of body mass index (BMI) on complications, sagittal alignment, and patient-reported outcomes (PROs).

METHODS: A prospectively maintained database of 302 patients who underwent ACDF for myelopathy or radiculopathy between 2020 and 2022 at a single academic center was analyzed. Patients were stratified into four BMI categories: normal (18.5-< 25), overweight (25-< 30), obese class I (30-< 35), and obese class II/III (≥35). Collected data included demographics, comorbidities, perioperative variables, radiographic measures (cSVA, Cobb angle, etc.), and PROs (VAS, NDI). Univariate regression compared demographics, alignment, and PROs, while multivariate analyses assessed complications and perioperative factors.

RESULTS: BMI was not independently associated with higher rates of postoperative complications, including adjacent segment disease, subsidence, reoperation, or other adverse events. Patients in …

Xbrl-Formatted Financial Reporting And The Feedback Effect Of Price, Young Jun Cho, Ying-Chi Huang, Holly I. Yang

Research Collection School Of Accountancy

We examine whether the SEC’s XBRL-formatted financial reporting mandate allows investors to better process public financial information, reducing the extent to which managers learn private information from stock price. We find a significant decrease in the investment-price sensitivity for firms that started to file their 10-Ks in an XBRL format, consistent with a reduction in the cost of information processing crowding out private information in stock price. We also find that the decrease in the investment-price sensitivity associated with XBRL adoption is more pronounced for firms with higher business and information complexity and for firms with higher incentives for managers …

Female Ceos And Esg Visual Expressions, Ziming Guo, Beng Wee Goh, Dan Li, Yuan Wang

Research Collection School Of Accountancy

Prior studies have shown that women possess unique personality traits that cause them to communicate differently than men do. Hence, we investigate whether the presence of female CEOs affects the use of visual expressions in a firm’s ESG report (“ESG visual expressions”). Using detailed disclosure data from ESG reports in China, we find that firms with female CEOs use more ESG visual expressions. This result is stronger when the firm prioritizes ESG performance, when the female CEO is more powerful, and when there are more women on the top management team. ESG visual expressions are also positively associated with the …

Non-Audit Services And Knowledge Spillover: Evidence From Audit Hours And Billing Rates, Jaeyoon Yu, Yongsuk Yun, Yoonseok Zang

Research Collection School Of Accountancy

Using audit hours from firms listed on the Korea Exchange as a direct proxy for audit effort, this study examines whether non-audit services (NAS) purchased from audit firms improve audit efficiency. Our results reveal that the ratio of NAS fees to total fees paid to audit firms is associated with lower audit hours and audit fees, but it is not significantly related to audit billing rates. The reduction in audit effort associated with NAS is more pronounced when NAS provided are audit-related, and for clients who hire Big 4 auditors, have short-tenured auditors, and report a profit. Further, using path …

Addressing Systemic Workforce Challenges In General Practice—A Qualitative Study Of General Practitioners In Ireland, Uzair Shabbir, Ray O’Connor, Joe Macdonagh, Andrew O’Regan

Research Outputs: 2025-Present

Background General practice across Europe faces a workforce crisis, with a projected shortfall of up to 1660 general practitioners in Ireland by 2028. While policy interventions have been proposed, a gap remains between the Irish health system's strategic objectives and the day-to-day realities experienced by general practitioners. Objective The aim of this study is to explore the perspectives of Irish general practitioners in addressing recruitment and retention challenges in general practice. Specific objectives include identifying solutions and the supports necessary for sustainable future general practice. Methods A qualitative study design was employed, utilizing semi-structured online interviews with general practitioners recruited …

Age And Sex Impact The Role Of Thrombospondin-2 And Thrombospondin-5 In Response To Hindlimb Ischemia, Irene Helenowski, Ashley Peters, Melissa Rangel, Corinne Bunn Md, Xuerong Wang, Kristopher Maier, Vivian Gahtan

Biostatistics Collaborative Core: Faculty Publications and Other Works

Peripheral arterial disease progression to critical limb ischemia remains a significant burden in the aged, necessitating revascularization. Therapies to enhance neovascularization, such as angiogenesis or arteriogenesis, may provide an option for patients not suitable for surgery. The thrombospondins (TSPs) are secreted matricellular glycoproteins, with TSP-1, TSP-2, and TSP-5 implicated in neovascularization. Currently, there is little data regarding the effects of TSP-2, TSP-5, sex, and aging on angiogenesis and arteriogenesis. In vitro, the effect of TSP-2 or TSP-5 on early or late passage endothelial cell (EC) tubule formation or disruption was assessed. In vivo, angiogenesis, and arteriogenesis in male and female, …

Foreseeing The Future With Early Successes: Persistence Predictive Models, Chia-Hsuan Yang

Student Success Analytics

Overview of how predictive modeling for retention and persistence has been developed, used, and evaluated as part of the Early Student Success System at JMU.

2026, Aca Camp Research Forum Book Of Abstracts, American Camp Association

ACA National Camp Research Forum Abstracts

This book includes 20 abstracts that will be presented at the 2026 American Camp Association (ACA) Research Forum to be held during the ACA annual conference from February 17-20, 2026, in San Diego, California. Abstracts have been grouped into similar areas and will be presented across five verbal sessions (i.e., camper outcomes, specialty programming, camp staffing, camp administration, and medical/health for youth and families) and one poster session.

Jurgen Comics Contest Comic Book And Artwork - 2026, Minuet Curry

Jurgen Banned Art Comics Contest

Digital cover art created by student editor Minuet Curry for the 2026 Jurgen Comics Contest comic book celebrating the contest winners. Winners' artwork was included in the print edition of this booklet. This cover art features Jurgen racing through time to thwart the influence of Sir Cen, the censor. Jurgen represents the contest's connection to James Branch Cabell's once-banned book Jurgen: A Comedy of Justice.

The 2026 Jurgen Comics Contest invited VCU students to create the cover artwork for an imagined comic book focused on an historical incident of art censorship.

Supplemental promotional materials presented here include a view …