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Innovative Farming
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“Farming is essential to everyone on the whole Earth.” Principles of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) prioritize land stewardship and community well-being over maximum efficiency and profit. Therefore, are the benefits of solar panels worth the cost of selling farmland? This persuasive essay will argue the need to feed humanity from crop-producing farmlands utilizing Corporate Social Responsibility principles, which opposes a utilitarian perspective where technology may favor the short-term benefits of technology used to increase food production in our environment. A deontological view emphasizes adherence to moral duties and rules regardless of the consequences and supports the sustainable development of crop-producing farmlands in the Appalachian area. On the other hand, a utilitarian perspective may favor the short-term benefits of technology used to increase total utility, benefiting our economy by creating more local jobs and developing the Appalachian infrastructure. A teleological view will favor solar energy as a technological advancement that allows economic growth. A utilitarian perspective in a teleological view will consider solar farms as providing a vast majority of benefits in renovating unused farmlands. A theological view of utilitarianism considers the moral obligation to reduce the production of fossil fuels, lower carbon emissions, and lessen future damage to the atmosphere. Society needs to capitalize on the opportunity of resources while they are available. A consideration of long-term negative consequences must be weighed against the predicted positive consequences. Preserving natural farmlands in the Appalachians serves our communities by ensuring food production, protecting our ecosystems, and ensuring sustainable growth and stewardship
Should She Stay or Should She Go?: A Business Ethics Dilemma
Full text linkThis persuasive essay argues that rental real estate investors can serve as ethical stewards of the communities in which they invest. Communities with a disproportionate share of low-income and poorly educated populations are especially vulnerable to predatory rental practices. By examining the ethical frameworks of existentialism, which emphasizes individual responsibility and authenticity, Kant’s ethics, which advocates for treating tenants with respect and dignity, and Sidgwick’s dualism, which calls for a balance between self-interest and the welfare of the community, the essay underscores the choice investors have to act ethically versus the false notion that most landlords are greedy profit-mongers who will always choose to do the wrong thing for more money. The essay will tell the stories of several rental property owners who have made investments with the intent to better the lives of not only their tenants, but also the entire community by prioritizing fair rental practices and quality building investments and maintenance. Through these lenses, we conclude that ethical stewardship in rental real estate is possible and common, even in cities that we would expect to be magnets for predatory practices
The Ethical Implications of Pharmaceutical Price Gouging in Appalachia
Full text linkPharmaceutical price gouging presents a significant ethical dilemma in Appalachia where economic hardship and high rates of chronic illness amplify its consequences. Those utilizing the utilitarian framework deem this issue as unethical due to the contradictory behavior of benefiting a small margin of individuals, shareholders, rather than the greater good. However, when taking this issue under a mindset like Milton Friedman\u27s, price gouging follows all ethical codes by supporting a company\u27s profit margins and shareholder\u27s returns. Ultimately, this ethical dilemma is seen as unacceptable amongst many facets of ethical principles and can be argued as inexcusable in nature. For this paper, we study the frameworks of utilitarianism and Milton Friedman capitalist’s morality mindset. Utilitarianism is a strong advocate for negating the use of price gouging. While it presents the ideology of delivering the greatest good to the greatest amount of people, it will be seen through many case studies and research on how pharmaceutical companies are veiling themselves from this ethical framework. Rather, these companies are enforcing the capitalistic approach by utilizing Friedman\u27s mindset of the company\u27s only social responsibility being to make as much profit as possible. We conclude that utilitarianism is the lens pharmaceutical companies should be judged. Instead of allowing price gouging to be socially acceptable amongst these mega pharmaceutical companies, we argue that the lack of an ethical foundation is the root of the problem. As many Appalachian communities continue to be financially exploited, we propose that all pharmaceutical companies should develop a utilitarian complex and leave the capitalistic approach behind
Expanding OTs Role in Addressing Literacy Deficits Beyond Handwriting in Elementary Aged Children: A Pilot Study
Full text linkReading is an occupation that is necessary for everyday function. For children, reading is essential for academic success and general interaction with the environment. Occupational therapy can address underlying components of literacy, though the profession is typically utilized to address handwriting in the academic setting. This study examined whether visual-motor skills and neurological soft signs were significant predictors of reading ability in early elementary aged children. Data from 66 cases of second graders between the ages of 7-9 from a public elementary school located in the Appalachian region were included in this study. The data included the Beery-Buktenica Developmental Test of Visual Motor Integration (VMI), Soft Neurological Signs (NSS), and STAR reading scores. Data was analyzed using logistic regression analysis. Results indicated no statistical significance between STAR reading and VMI (0.1492), STAR reading and ATNR (0.8805), STAR reading and STNR (0.4058) and STAR reading and Right-Eye Dominance (0.8167). Results will guide future research in this area
Exploring the Rural Midland Dialect of American English: A Case Study
Full text linkThe paper “Exploring the Rural Variety Midland Dialect of American English: A Case Study” focuses on the rural speech patterns of Southern Ohioans that has not been studied systematically since the advent of sociolinguistics in 1960s. Notably, the vast majority of American English (AE) data is collected and analyzed in large urban areas, this poster offers a rare glimpse into the window of linguistic creativity of rural speakers who can potentially store a large amount of knowledge about local speech patterns. The data was recorded from an old speaker who has lived in Portsmouth and its vicinity for many decades. The transcript shows a wide variety of vowel shifts, which fits the Midland dialect, and interestingly it counteracts with the un-gliding of vowels among Kentuckians living across the Ohio River. Although the phonological changes in this study are especially notable, syntactic and morphological regularization patterns are also present and analyzed
Merge: The Dating Platform for Career Professionals
Full text linkMerge addresses a significant gap in the online dating market by creating a specialized platform for career-driven professionals. Traditional dating apps often fail to meet the needs of ambitious individuals seeking partners who understand their professional commitments and share similar career values. This project implements a web-based MVP that integrates LinkedIn authentication to verify professional credentials and import career data, creating an environment where professional compatibility becomes a primary matching criterion. The system architecture employs React.js for the frontend, Node.js with Express for the backend, and MongoDB for data storage, enabling rapid development and future scalability. Key innovations include a professional profile system that maintains appropriate separation between professional identity and dating preferences, and a specialized matching algorithm that prioritizes career alignment. This solution transforms relationship-building for ambitious professionals by connecting individuals with compatible career trajectories and professional values
Interactions between Bordetella bronchiseptica and Pasteurella multocida in Attachment to Porcine Epithelial Cells
No full textRespiratory infections such as atrophic rhinitis are a source of substantial economic loss to pig farmers. Often, both Bordetella bronchiseptica and Pasteurella multocida are isolated from the respiratory tract of infected animals and both may contribute to disease. This study is designed to explore whether the presence of one of these pathogens affects attachment of the other bacteria to epithelial cells. Porcine nasal turbinate epithelial cells (PTK-75 cells) were grown in tissue culture and exposed to B. bronchiseptica and P. multocida separately. Attachment of each bacteria was determined using standard plate counts. To see if secreted proteins produced by one of the bacteria affect attachment by the other, filtered culture supernatant from one bacteria was added into the attachment assay with the other bacteria. Initial experiments suggest that secreted proteins of Pasteurella multocida increase the attachment of Bordetella bronchiseptica but further experimentation will be needed to determine significance. Similarly, whole cell lysates from one bacteria will be added to attachment assays using the other bacteria to determine if non-secreted proteins have an effect on attachment
Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome: Recognition, Care, and Prevention
No full textNeonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) is a withdrawal condition affecting newborns exposed to opioids and other substances in utero. Scioto County has some of the highest incidences of substance abuse in the state, prevention and care are vital for this community. In this presentation, I will cover what the syndrome is, how it is treated, and what people can do to care for these infants from a nursing perspective. Addressing NAS is not only about treating withdrawal but also advocating for maternal support and early intervention strategies to improve long-term outcomes
Pathohistological Effects of Helminth Parasites in Small Mammals
No full textParasites infect tissue in various ways. This research project focuses on the pathohistological effects of helminth parasites in small mammals, which is a part of a larger team project. Small mammals were trapped and processed at the beginning of this project. The processing of the small mammals included the dissection of the liver and spleen. Through mass analysis, it has been observed that the liver and spleen of Infected small mammals have increased in mass. Utilizing a cryostat microtome, I am preparing cross-section histology slides to examine what is happening at the cellular level, causing the immune organs to increase in mass. Viewing the results of this research will show and explain how helminth parasites impact these immune organs
R&M Bakery On the Road, A Business Proposal
Full text linkIs the addition of a mobile food service worthwhile for the small local business R&M Bakery? This business proposal answers that question by diving into the logistics of this idea including problems and solutions, marketing and sales, competition, risks and mitigation, management, and the financial plan. Research and experience revealed that several issues from the original store-front bakery can be solved by providing a food truck service. Using the above-mentioned logistics in addition to estimated values, it is determined that the R&M Bakery food truck would be a worthwhile addition to the company, drawing in new markets and connections with customers as well as expanding the brand in an all-new form, paving the way for a more successful future of R&M Bakery