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New Farmers of America Association
No full textClassroom with a variety of furniture labeled.https://digital.library.ncat.edu/photos/1846/thumbnail.jp
New Farmers of America Association
No full textYoung man uses hoe in a garden next to a brick building.https://digital.library.ncat.edu/photos/1862/thumbnail.jp
New Farmers of America Association
No full textGroup of men gathered behind a table covered with maps.https://digital.library.ncat.edu/photos/1288/thumbnail.jp
New Farmers of America Association
No full textGroup of men gathered in a circle.https://digital.library.ncat.edu/photos/1287/thumbnail.jp
New Farmers of America Association
No full textThree young men seated in a classroom.https://digital.library.ncat.edu/photos/1286/thumbnail.jp
New Farmers of America Association
No full textMan showing other man an image on a computer screen. New Farmers of America certificate on the wall behind them.https://digital.library.ncat.edu/photos/1283/thumbnail.jp
The Role of Primary Cilia in Regulating Fat Expansion
No full textPresented at the Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minoritized Scientists (ABRCMS)
Obesity, defined as excessive body fat accumulation, is a significant public health issue linked to severe health risks such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and cancer. According to the CDC, the prevalence of severe obesity in the U.S. nearly doubled from 4.7% to 9.2% between 2000 and 2020. This research investigates the role of primary cilia in regulating hyperplastic and hypertrophic fat expansion and examines how G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) influence adipogenesis.
Adipose tissue, a critical connective tissue, supports energy storage, endocrine activity, thermoregulation, and organ protection. Fat expansion occurs in two ways: hypertrophy, where existing adipocytes enlarge, often leading to inflammation and insulin resistance, and hyperplasia, where preadipocytes differentiate into new, metabolically healthier adipocytes. Using 3T3-L1 mouse embryonic fibroblasts treated with a differentiation cocktail, our lab models adipogenesis and investigates the regulatory role of insulin and cyclic AMP (cAMP) in this process.
Primary cilia, hair-like structures on the cellular membrane, act as sensors for signaling pathways involved in cell differentiation. This study focuses on how ciliary GPCRs influence fat expansion. Through a ligand screen, two key GPCRs, MCH and Kisspeptin, were identified as relevant to adipogenesis. Understanding the interaction between ciliary GPCRs and their ligands could elucidate how primary cilia regulate preadipocyte differentiation and fat expansion.
The findings of this research may pave the way for therapeutic strategies to promote healthier fat development and reduce obesity-related health risks.https://digital.library.ncat.edu/undergraduate-research-posters/1000/thumbnail.jp
Spectroscopic Comparison between NGC 2392 (Eskimo Nebula) & its Host Star
No full textPoster presented at the National Society of Black Physicists Conference in Houston, TX
This study explores the spectroscopic differences between the dying host star of the NGC 2392 (Eskimo Nebula) and its surrounding planetary nebula using near-infrared spectroscopy.
Observations were conducted at the Perkins Telescope Observatory using the Mimir instrument (a near infrared wide-field imager, spectrometer, and polarimeter). Raw spectral images were obtained by employing a 2-pixel wide slit in HK-Spec observing mode, which utilizes a 1.40 µm long-pass filter in conjunction with the JHK grism. This setup allowed for detailed spectroscopy in the H and K bands of both the host star and the planetary nebula.
Results indicate the detection of hydrogen transition levels in both the host star and the nebula. However, the planetary nebula also exhibits significant amounts of helium (He I), distinguishing its composition from that of the host star. These findings provide key insights into the evolution of dying stars and the distinct characteristics of the gas ejected from them during the late stages of stellar life.
The study contributes to a better understanding of the physical processes involved in the formation of planetary nebulae and their chemical differentiation from their progenitor stars.https://digital.library.ncat.edu/undergraduate-research-posters/1019/thumbnail.jp
Journalism & Mass Communication in Sports and Athletics Brand Development
No full textPoster presented at the Spring 2025 Undergraduate Research Symposium, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in Greensboro, NC
This work explores the critical impact of journalism and mass communication on the development and branding of sports and athletics. By raising the visibility of teams, players, viewers, sponsors, and university athletics programs, media coverage enhances public perception and fosters audience engagement. Sports communication—a specialized area of journalism—plays a significant role in how media content related to sports is created, shared, and consumed, shaping the overall value of sports in society.
The research highlights how journalism and mass communication contribute to the heightened profiles of athletic programs and build trust through reliable coverage of sports events and branding efforts. Across high school, college, and professional leagues, media platforms provide comprehensive coverage, structuring and chronicling information that supports athletic branding and audience loyalty.
Findings from Deveci et al. (2023) emphasize the importance of media coverage in expanding the reach of sports to wider audiences and enabling strong branding efforts. This work underscores the vital role of journalism in shaping the intersection of athletics, media, and public perception.https://digital.library.ncat.edu/undergraduate-research-posters/1018/thumbnail.jp
New Farmers of America Association
No full textA. McMaster\u27s hog project.https://digital.library.ncat.edu/photos/1898/thumbnail.jp