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In Memoriam: Dr. Marvin E. Pizer (1926-2025), Richard F. Roadcap Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

No abstract provided.

The Dental Oenophile, Zaneta Hamlin Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

No abstract provided.

Why Haven’T Annual Maximums In Dental Insurance Plans Kept Up With Inflation?, Chris Pyle

Virginia Dental Journal

This document discusses the challenges of increasing annual maximums in dental insurance plans amidst rising costs, network participation issues, and premium sensitivity. It highlights Delta Dental of Virginia's innovative solutions, including higher maximum plans and gradual coverage increases, while emphasizing the balance between affordability and coverage.

Dental Detective Series - Word Search, Zaneta Hamlin Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

No abstract provided.

Ethics In Dentistry Amid Local And Nationwide Dental Hygienist Shortage, David T. Marshall Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

This article discusses the ethical challenges and operational impacts of the nationwide dental hygienist shortage, with a focus on Virginia, which faces a significant deficit of over 1,000 full-time-equivalent hygienists. The shortage has led to increased workloads, reduced access to care, and pressure to compromise treatment standards. Dental professionals are urged to uphold ethical principles, including informed patient decision-making, transparency about staffing limitations, and adherence to legal scopes of practice. The article emphasizes the importance of collaborative, patient-centered solutions, such as reassessing scheduling models, supporting educational programs, and advocating for policy changes to address workforce shortages and improve access to …

Save The Date - 2026 Virginia Dental Showcase, Megan Wyman

Virginia Dental Journal

No abstract provided.

Vda Career Center Connects Employers With Premier Dental Professionals, Shannon Jacobs

Virginia Dental Journal

Leverage your VDA member benefits by using the VDA Career Center to find new talent for your practice.

Through The Looking Glass, Sarah Glass Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

Cases are presented by Ryan Abi Jomaa and Rahaf AlMatrook, fourth-year dental students at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry.

The Fulcrum Podcast, Shannon Jacobs

Virginia Dental Journal

In this issue we feature the latest episodes of The Fulcrum Podcast.

Vda Pac Update, Laura Givens

Virginia Dental Journal

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Vda Advocacy And Your Membership, Frank Iuorno

Virginia Dental Journal

This article outlines the advocacy efforts by the Virginia Dental Association (VDA). It emphasizes the importance of membership to support legislative initiatives, outlines key issues affecting dental providers, and discusses the impact of ERISA exemptions on dental plans. Additionally, it details the ADA's federal advocacy actions to limit ERISA preemption and strengthen state regulatory authority over dental benefits.

How Are Oral Preventive Assistants Impacting Access To Dental Care In Other States?, Paul Logan

Virginia Dental Journal

Oral Preventive Assistants (OPAs), a type of Expanded Function Dental Assistant, are improving access to dental care in states like Kansas, Missouri, and through the Indian Health Service. Studies and pilot programs show increased patient access, enhanced workflow, and high satisfaction among patients and dental teams. OPAs support hygienists and dentists by performing preventive tasks, allowing specialists to focus on complex care, without replacing existing roles. These models address workforce gaps and bottlenecks in dental care delivery.

Virginia’S Dental Workforce Shortage: A Three-Step Solution To Strengthen The Preventative Dental Workforce And Expand Access To Care, Laura Givens

Virginia Dental Journal

Virginia faces a critical shortage of dental hygienists, particularly in rural and underserved areas, leading to delays in preventative care. The Virginia Dental Association (VDA) proposes a three-step solution: leveraging internationally educated dentists, expanding the role of dental assistants, and increasing funding for dental hygiene education programs. These measures aim to address workforce shortages, improve access to care, and alleviate the education bottleneck. The VDA is actively monitoring legislative developments and advocating for solutions to strengthen Virginia’s dental workforce.

Artificial Intelligence And Dentistry: The Emerging Landscape Of Legislation In Virginia And Nationwide, Paul Supan Dds, Munira Muluke Dmd, Ms, Rick Jackomis Dds, Jd

Virginia Dental Journal

This article focuses on the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in dentistry and the evolving legislative landscape surrounding its use. AI enhances diagnostics, treatment planning, and clinical outcomes, but its adoption requires both federal and state-level regulatory approval. The document highlights key legislative trends, including transparency in AI-driven healthcare decisions, restrictions on AI usage to ensure patient welfare, and the need for human oversight in clinical decision-making. Examples of state-level AI-related healthcare legislation from Virginia, California, Maryland, and other states are provided, showcasing diverse approaches to regulating AI in healthcare.

The Drill, Ryan Dunn

Virginia Dental Journal

The Fulcrum Podcast's "The Drill" episodes explore key topics in Virginia dentistry. Episode 16 highlights legislative efforts to address workforce shortages, VDA Member Perks, professional development opportunities, and upcoming events like Dental Days at the Capitol. Episode 19 features Ryan Dunn and Paul Logan discussing advocacy strategies for the 2026 General Assembly, focusing on dental workforce programs, expedited licensure for international dentists, and preventative assistant roles. Both episodes emphasize active member participation in shaping the future of dentistry.

Moving Forward With Purpose: An Ada Leadership Update, James Mercer Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

The ADA Board of Trustees is advancing financial sustainability, enhancing membership systems, and shaping the future of dentistry through the Oral Health Strategy 2050 initiative. The ADA Credit Union was launched to provide tailored financial services for the dental community.

Just Be Nice, Sarah Friend Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

The article "Just Be Nice" by Dr. Sarah Friend explores the increasing challenges of working with the public, particularly in high-stress professions like teaching and dentistry, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights the decline in emotional intelligence, empathy, and social connection, as supported by research from Six Seconds and Jolanta Burke. The pandemic has led to significant personality changes, increased stress, and a rise in disrespectful behavior. Dr. Friend emphasizes the importance of focusing on personal physical, emotional, and mental well-being to counteract these societal challenges and improve overall quality of life.

Building A Sustainable Dental Workforce As Virginia Enters A Pivotal Legislative Year, Marlon Goad Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

Dr. Marlon Goad, President of the Virginia Dental Association (VDA), addresses the critical dental workforce shortages in Virginia, emphasizing the need for systemic changes in dental hygiene education and infrastructure. The VDA is advocating for regulatory updates to expand educational capacity and modernize training facilities, including support for funding a new dental facility at VCU School of Dentistry. Collaboration with the American Dental Association and efforts to influence CODA standards are key components of the strategic plan. Dr. Goad highlights the importance of collective action to ensure a sustainable dental workforce and high-quality patient care in Virginia.

Virginia Dental Journal Announces Excellence Awards - Call For Submissions, Shannon Jacobs

Virginia Dental Journal

The Virginia Dental Journal is introducing the Excellence Awards in 2026 to honor outstanding contributions in writing, clinical relevance, and advancing the dental profession in Virginia. Articles published in Volume 103 (2026) are eligible, with submissions due by September 1, 2026. Award categories include the Horizon Award, Image Award, The Source Award, and Editor’s Choice. Winners will be recognized at the Virginia Dental Association’s Annual Business Meeting in January 2027. More details and guidelines are available on the Virginia Dental Journal website.

Va Dent J January, February And March 2026

Virginia Dental Journal

The January-March 2026 issue of the Virginia Dental Journal highlights key updates and initiatives from the Virginia Dental Association (VDA). It addresses Virginia’s dental workforce shortage with a proposed three-step legislative solution to expand access to care and strengthen the dental workforce pipeline. The issue features upcoming events, including the VDA Legislative Reception, Lobby Day, and the Virginia Dental Showcase. It also provides educational opportunities, such as the Dental Assisting II Program and the Virginia Dental Journal Excellence Awards. Advocacy updates focus on legislative efforts, Medicaid budget cuts, and AI regulations in dentistry. Resources for members include discounts through VDA …

The Bible In Hebrew And German, Everardus Van Der Hooght

Hannah Arendt Marginalia - All

[London] : [Typis excudebat A. Macintosh], [18--]

Call #: BS15 .A2 1800 v.1

Contains marginalia and underlining

PDF information: 6 pages - 2.3 MB

A Case Study Of Faculty Composition And Workload In Sport Management Programs At Small-To-Medium-Sized Colleges And Universities, Joshua Greer, Nicholas Zoroya, Aimee T. Vlachos, Alan Ledford

The COSMA Journal

Sport management has transitioned from its origins in physical education to an established, business-oriented academic discipline, prompting new questions about how faculty composition and workload shape program delivery in resource-constrained contexts. This case study investigates faculty structures, instructional variety, and workload in sport management programs at small- to medium-sized U.S. colleges and universities, as defined by the Carnegie Size & Setting Classification. A mixed-methods survey of faculty (n = 61) was analyzed using descriptive statistics and thematic content analysis. Quantitative results indicated that core courses are primarily taught by full-time faculty, with most programs relying on one to three full-time …

The Archon, December 1948, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated

Josie Green Washington Papers

A pamphlet called The Archon, an official organ of the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, from December 1948.

The Annual Conference Of The Southern Region, Kappa Zeta Chapter

Josie Green Washington Papers

A pamphlet by the Kappa Zeta Chapter for the Annual Conference of The Southern Region.

Ibn Malik’S Approach To Grammatical Evidence A Reading Of The Arguments Of Supporters And Opponents, Asst. Prof. Mousa Bin Nasser Al-Mousa

UB Journal for Humanities

his study examines, on one hand, the evidence advanced by those who accuse Ibn Mālik of fabricating grammatical citations (shawāhid), and, on the other, the evidence and rejoinders offered by those who hold him innocent of such fabrication. The researcher adopts an inductive method by tracing the arguments of both the affirmers and the deniers, analyzing them, and then evaluating them in an effort to reach a preponderant judgment on the question. The findings indicate the strength and cogency of the two principal proofs: solitary transmission (tafarrud) and omission of attribution (ighfāl al-nisba), as well as the inability of the …

Indian Neighbours In Medina From The 11th To 13th Hijri Century / 17th To 19th Gregorian Century, Dr. Samia Suliman Al-Jabry

UB Journal for Humanities

This study explores the dimensions of Indian Muslims’ migration to Medina, From the eleventh century AH to the thirteenth century AH / the seventeenth to the nineteenth century CE. shedding light on the city’s status as a religious and intellectual hub that attracted residents from across the Islamic world. It demonstrates how the concept of mujawara (settling near the Prophet’s Mosque), initially intended as a temporary stay, evolved into a multifaceted civilizational phenomenon. Indian Muslims played a significant role in stimulating the intellectual, economic, and social life of Medina. The study also highlights their contribution to building a web of …

Dialectical Techniques And Logical And Psychological Critiques In The Work Of Imam Al-Tufi: An Analytical Study Of 'Commentary On The Four Gospels And The Twelve Books' From A Jurisprudential Perspective, Dr. Reema Bint Ali Muhammad Al-Qahtani

UB Journal for Humanities

This study examines the dialectical methods and logical fallacies employed by Imam al-Ṭūfī in his refutation of the Christians through his work al-Taʿlīq ʿalā al-Anājīl al-Arbaʿa wa-al-Kutub al-Ithnay ʿAshar. The research seeks to identify the types of dialectical fallacies extracted by the Imam and to explain how he employed them in defending Islamic creed and refuting the claims of his opponents with a solid rational methodology, rendering his work worthy of scholarly attention from both uṣūlī (legal-theoretical) and dialectical perspectives. The study adopts an inductive method first, followed by deductive and analytical approaches. Among its key findings is that Imam …

System For Validating Medical Software Algorithms With Closed-Loop Adversarial Persona Generation, Ramakrishnan Neelakandan, Teginder Singh, Bakul Patel

Defensive Publications Series

Validating conversational artificial intelligence (AI) for regulated medical software applications may present challenges, as static test datasets and manual review may be limited in identifying emergent, conversational anomalies. A multi-agent AI system may be configured in a closed-loop for automated validation. The system can, for example, utilize an end user persona simulator agent to generate prompts for a target model and a domain /regulatory expert adjudicator agent to evaluate the target model’s responses against a configurable rubric. A meta-analysis agent can analyze anomalies to identify underlying vulnerabilities, which may then be used to programmatically synthesize new adversarial personas. This adaptive …

2026 January 8 - Academic Council Agenda And Minutes, Academic Council, East Tennessee State University

Academic Council Agenda and Minutes

The Academic Council met on January 8, 2026, under the leadership of Provost Dr. Kimberly McCorkle to conduct routine business and receive several informational updates. The meeting featured presentations on two major topics: a proposal to rename the Department of Exercise Science to Exercise and Sport Science to more accurately reflect its academic programs in sport performance and strength and conditioning, and an overview of the newly established Center for Community Engagement, which formalizes the university’s long-standing commitment to outreach, collaborative partnerships, and Carnegie Community Engagement classification efforts. Additional updates included spring 2026 enrollment monitoring, with attention to payment deadlines …

Atmospheric Waves Experiment (Awe) Thermal Control System: Review Of On-Orbit Performance, Matthew I. Ralphs, Mike Holt

Space Dynamics Laboratory Publications

This paper reviews the Atmospheric Waves Experiment (AWE) detector thermal control system’s (TCS) performance for over two years of operation on the Internation Space Station (ISS). The TCS employs active thermal control for the InGaAs detectors with thermoelectric coolers (TEC). Each of the four detectors are controlled by a dedicated TEC at a nominal setpoint of -30°C, with heat transported away via low-mass, high-conductance pyrolytic graphite sheet (PGS) thermal straps into a nickel-plated copper conductor bar. A bi-directional radiator with Silver Teflon ensures an unobstructed view that can radiate the heat away to space. Titanium isolators decouple the detectors from …