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HPR201
No full textBasic underlying philosophies, techniques and theories for planning, organizing and managing specialty sport, e.g. – hockey, lacrosse, volleyball, etc. - programs in educational settings. Intended for prospective coaches. Application of the principles and practices of coaching a specialty sport team. Active participation in practical coaching scenarios
PSY310
No full textCovers applications of major learning principles. Behavior modification techniques in a variety of settings are reviewed. Focus is upon environmental effects on human behavior, though findings with animals and cognitive/behavioral techniques are also discussed. Provides limited applied experience including use in creating positive personal life changes
Comparative Analysis of Outward Foreign Direct Investment: A Case Study of China and the United States in the United Kingdom
Full text linkThis study aims to conduct a comparative analysis of outward foreign direct investment (OFDI) from China and the United States into the United Kingdom, with the intention of uncovering the distinct motivations behind their investment behaviors under different political-economic systems. Given the unique political and cultural backgrounds of China and the US, their approaches to OFDI exhibit varied characteristics in the international market. The United Kingdom, a main investment destination for both China and the US, is selected to reflect the distinctive features of Chinese and US’s OFDI.
The research focuses on how the determinants such as market growth, natural resources, strategic assets, international exchange, inflation, and openness to OFDI influence the investment decision of Chinese and US’s OFDI. Theoretical frameworks like the Eclectic Paradigm (OLI framework), Institutional Theory, and the Resource-based View are used to explain these impacts. Through empirical analysis, the study seeks to identify which factors significantly affect the OFDI decisions of China and the US in the UK and examines how these factors interact in complex ways to influence investment flows.
The research found out that US’s ODI is more positively linked with UK’s market growth (GDP), the openness to OFDI, and the export to the UK, while China’s ODI appears to be more impacted with resource-related variables, and exchange. Both China and US ODI are significantly impacted by the inflation. We do not find substantial evidence that the technology and innovation of the UK is either country’s driving factor for the investment
Cramped, Narrow, and Overfilled: What Drove the Renovation of Rochester’s Can of Worms in March 1989
Full text linkConstructed in the 1960s and rebuilt in the 1980s, the I-490 Interchange situated east of Rochester, New York was a source of constant controversy by the motorists who used the freeway to journey from the suburbs where they lived to the downtown districts where they worked. This infamous interchange became known to Rochesterarians as “the Can of Worms” because of its winding ramps and narrow roads that would often leave those who traversed it confused and at the mercy of other drivers if they had not already experienced its design. To explain why this freeway was so terrible to drive on, those who’ve driven directly on its roads and voiced their dismay have been included in this paper, from newspaper articles before and after the time of the Can of Worms’ existence to blog posts and comments from modern websites, including photographs of the extent of the freeway and even a satire of the Can of Worms printed in a contemporary newspaper. Outside of these first hand accounts of drivers of this freeway, reports and simulations conducted by engineers and Department of Transportation officials have also been included in this paper to provide logistical and structural information on the design of the freeway and how it contributed to its disdain. All of these attestations, testimonies, and reports taken into account and consideration, the Can of Worms was a freeway that was generally unsafe and uninviting to the general public in the 1980s and contributed to an atmosphere of distrust towards the Department of Transportation to the extent that efforts to reform and reconstruct the freeway in the 1980s was resisted
Constructing the Enemy: How US Media Framed the USSR in the 1980s
Full text linkTyler Buchanan, Constructing the Enemy: How US Media Framed the USSR in the 1980s. This paper examines the presentation of media in the United States on American citizens through an analysis of the use of commercials and advertisements,. Ultimately, the media in the United States from the 1980s reveal a clear and apparent message the US media portrays the USSR to instill fear into the average American citizen. The 1980s was a hotbed for the ideological and political rivalry between the United States and the USSR during the Cold War. The United States sought to promote democracy and capitalism, while the Soviets and the Eastern Bloc promoted communism. This paper expands a niche field that many Americans know and feel today but has been previously neglected by historians. This field was neglected because the 1980s is still in recent years and historians are just starting to look back and see it has historical context. Furthermore, while some may perceive this thesis as redundant due to the ongoing relevance of public perceptions of the Soviet Union during that era, it is precisely this enduring significance that underscores the necessity of a nuanced historical examination
Thriving in the Contemporary Business World: How to Empower Employees with the Creative Mindset, Skillset and Toolset.
Full text linkIn response to the increasing emphasis on creativity as a vital skill in today\u27s professional landscape, this master\u27s project explores contemporary academic research and literature to identify best practices regarding the creative mind, skill and toolset in an organizational setting focused on meeting employee needs. Drawing from a rich array of sources over the last five years, including academic journals, business reports, and books, the project synthesizes current trends and forecasts future developments in the field. The study aims to bridge the gap between the growing demand for creativity and the existing supply of solutions within organizational contexts. By applying Creative Change Leadership skills and the Creative Problem Solving framework, the project seeks actionable outcomes to empower employees with the necessary mindset, skillset, and toolset for creativity in the modern business environment. Central to the project\u27s objectives is the cultivation of employees\u27 awareness of their personal creative potential. Leveraging insights from established research and innovative approaches, the project endeavors to produce a tangible product or service to address the identified gaps in the market. Through a comprehensive exploration of the literature and practical application of creative leadership principles, this project contributes to advancing our understanding of organizational creativity and equipping individuals and businesses with the mindset, skillset and toolset to thrive in an ever-evolving landscape
Examining the Evidence for Selecting Reading Programs in a Large Urban School System
Full text linkThere exist passionate debates about the best way to teach children to read. Since the Bush administration, school districts receiving federal funds have been required to have research evidence justifying their methods of teaching reading, and in recent years the need for evidence-based practices have intensified with the “Science of Reading” movement. Last year the country’s largest school system changed from balanced reading to three other programs for teaching children to read. In this study we examined the empirical evidence regarding the effectiveness of the three newly adopted reading programs for the country’s largest school system. Our study consisted of website review of the research evidence provided by the three publishing companies regarding the effectiveness of their reading programs. Borrowing from studies of program effectiveness, we applied three criteria for analyzing the quality of research used by the publishers to document their program effectiveness. These criteria were the following: (1) Comparative clinical trials; (2) replication of results and (3) publication of evidence in professional journals. The results of our analyses indicated that only one of the selected reading programs was supported with empirical evidence meeting our criteria regarding program effectiveness. We argue that teachers, not programs, are what best affects children’s learning to read. Overly simplified and politicized methods of teaching reading lacking empirical evidence of effectiveness are unlikely to accomplish this important goal
Establishment of Protocols to Measure Near-IR(NIR) Surface-Enhanced Raman Scattering (SERS) Signals of NIR Dye
No full textBiomedical imaging techniques are crucial for early disease diagnostics, particularly for life-threatening conditions. However, traditional methods have inherent limitations, such as restricted spatial resolution and potential risks associated with repeated exposure to ionizing radiation. Near-infrared (NIR) surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) presents a promising alternative due to its minimal risks and potential for high-resolution biomedical imaging. A key challenge in NIR-SERS biomedical imaging is the development of biocompatible, nontoxic SERS substrates that can be safely introduced into the human body, targeting specific cells and tissues effectively.
NIR-SERS substrates typically consist of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) modified with biorecognition elements and reporter molecules, which exhibit strong absorption and Raman scattering signals in the NIR region. Over the past years, Suwal\u27s lab at Buffalo State University synthesized twelve polymethine NIR dye molecules and identified three that showed superior NIR SERS performance compared to a reference dye. They utilized quick freezing-induced Au nanoparticle aggregates (QFIAA), discovered by Dr. Heo\u27s lab, as NIR-SERS substrates.
This project aims to revisit previous protocols and validate the conclusions drawn from earlier findings. The repeatability of SERS test results may be influenced by variations in QFIAA substrates, instrumental conditions, solubility of dye molecules in solution, and AuNP aggregation, which can also vary based on dye concentration. Results indicate that the aggregation status of QFIAAs remains stable for almost a year. While there may be day-to-day variations in the absolute SERS signals of dye molecules, the relative SERS intensity order of different NIR dye molecules remains consistent across different test dates, confirming previous conclusions. Additionally, the results underscore the importance of dye solubility. Monitoring the repeatability of absorbance of certain dye molecules is critical, as those with poor solubility may precipitate over time, leading to changes in absorbance