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Twelfth Night | Image 10
No full textThis performance of Shakespeare\u27s Twelfth Night, set in 1915 in the United States against a background of jazz and a hurricane, was adapted and directed by Emily Duncan, with Carmine DiBiase as Dramaturg.https://digitalcommons.jsu.edu/shakespeare_proj_images/1119/thumbnail.jp
Unearthing the Past: A Comprehensive Study of Natural and Anthropogenic Changes at an Archaeological Site Through Hydrogeologic Connectivity Utilizing GIS, Mehlich II Phosphorus Extractant, and pH
Full text linkThis thesis aims to thoroughly analyze the Mehlich II Phosphorus Extractant and pH levels at the Bains Gap Village Site in Anniston, AL., while examining the impact of various environmental factors and human activities on them. Phosphorus is often used in archaeology as an indicator of human activity. Soil core samples were collected to analyze anomalies in phosphorus levels.
To establish any relationships, phosphorus and pH levels from soil cores were correlated with findings from past excavation units and features. The potential effects of hydrogeologic connectivity on soil phosphorus and pH levels were investigated. Geospatial technologies were used to manage and analyze field-collected data. Samples were collected in areas with seasonal vegetation, periodic flooding, and different elevations.
Soil chemistry analysis remains useful in identifying past human activities. However, using Mehlich II as an extractant in soil testing can be uncertain, especially in acidic soils. Nonetheless, phosphorus maps can offer valuable insights for future excavations. The most promising area for further investigation is near the north spring head. This location had multiple inclusions during the collection process and the highest phosphorus level below the Plow Zone. Low phosphorus levels over the site’s middle spring and the Mississippian stockade trench are indicators of erosion. The main objective is to examine what factors are interrelated and how they affect soil phosphorus levels and pH. This will better explain how human activities and environmental factors have impacted soil health within my study area
Electric Echoes: Red Leopard, Black Wolf
No full text“Electric Echoes: Red Leopard, Black Wolf - A Scrapbook Commonplace Journey” is a project, meticulously crafting an immersive experience around a literary gem. Within its pages, each dedicated to a chapter of the book, the scrapbook skillfully navigates the narrative landscape, offering not just summaries but also visual representations that echo the beauty found within the book. In this innovative endeavor, Each page serves as a portal, allowing readers to traverse the mental landscapes that the author envisioned. The careful curation of imagery and succinct summaries not only honors the narrative but elevates it, offering a unique perspective that engages both the mind and the senses. This scrapbook commonplace journey becomes a celebration of literature, inviting readers to delve deeper into the world of Red Leopard, Black Wolf and savor the artistry that lies within its pages.https://digitalcommons.jsu.edu/ce_jsustudentsymp_2024/1055/thumbnail.jp
Paul Celan and the Processes of Survival in Post-Shoah Jewish Writing
No full textMany survivors of the Shoah shared their experiences in creative or analytical writing. By studying these works it is possible to discern a pattern of psychological processes experienced by the survivor after the trauma of the Shoah. They experience alienation, individuation, and later integration, though the specific forms of each vary. By examining the poetry of Paul Celan, one of the pre-eminent German-language lyric poets of the post-Second World War era, one can observe unique manifestations of these processes which demonstrate a broad range of possible experiences, which are especially complex concerning integration. References to Elie Wiesel and Nelly Sachs are provided for context.https://digitalcommons.jsu.edu/ce_jsustudentsymp_2024/1053/thumbnail.jp
A Proposal for Cost-Effective Mental Health Facilities in the United States
No full textRecent studies have underscored an increasing public consciousness and advocacy in the realm of mental health, particularly in light of the escalating suicide rates across the United States. This research aims to contribute significantly to the support of individuals battling suicidal ideations and actions. Central to our objectives is to elevate mental health awareness and innovatively propose the establishment of cost-effective mental health facilities, especially in economically disadvantaged areas. The research focuses on four distinct regions with notable high poverty rates within the United States: The Western, Southern, Southwestern, and Northern Regions (specifically California, Alabama, Texas, and Pennsylvania). Each region, characterized by unique socio-economic and demographic profiles, presents an opportunity to explore diverse approaches to mental health care accessibility and affordability across various spatial scales. The impetus for this research is solidified by alarming statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on suicide in the United States. Notably, suicide was identified as the ninth leading cause of death in 2021. The suicide rates have surged by 30% from 2000 to 2020, with a staggering 36% rise during the COVID-19 pandemic years of 2020 to 2022. This analysis aims to elucidate the public\u27s dire need for affordable mental health facilities and resources in these identified regions. Utilizing a blend of quantitative data analysis and qualitative case studies, the work will offer comprehensive insights into the current state of mental health services and identify gaps in the existing infrastructure. The overarching goal of this study is to advocate for establishing and enhancing a sufficient number of cost-effective mental health services in high-poverty areas and provide suggestions for policymakers on suicide prevention in their communities. The methodology pertaining to this subject is to review demographic data furnished by the Census Bureau and focus on key contributors that will sustain this hypothesis through regression analysis, spatial analytics, and story mapping. By visually depicting the data displayed in a map, we observe the focal regions and how geography, suicide rates, existing mental health facilities, education, income, and age can contribute to the need for cost-effective mental health services and advocate for state or federally funded programs in these identified areas. Through this research, we aim to not only increase awareness of mental health needs but also contribute substantially to the reduction of suicide rates among Americans, thereby addressing a crucial public health issue.https://digitalcommons.jsu.edu/ce_jsustudentsymp_2024/1024/thumbnail.jp
Building Better Pathways to Internet Access for Disable and Elderly Individuals
No full textAs technology becomes more integral to our daily lives as humans, a significant issue that often goes overlooked is the accessibility of the internet and smart-devices for disabled and elderly individuals. It is no secret how deeply the internet has embedded itself in our daily routines over the past 20+ years. However, amidst these remarkable innovations, we seem to have forgotten some of our dearest friends, family, or companions in this revolution into our new world. In the US alone, 13% of the population faces disability, and a substantial proportion has spent a significant part of their lives dealing with technology on a much smaller scale than we do today. In our research, we aim to bridge this gap and apply AI and machine learning techniques to develop solutions that can help for those grappling with various technological challenges. Having interned extensively within a local housing department and engaged in a project assisting homeowners, primarily people with disability and aged 55 or older, one of the researchers had the opportunity to witness these disadvantages firsthand. These individuals faced challenges when they dealt with technology leading the department to resort to paper applications—a notably time-consuming process. To overcome this problem, we propose to build solutions based on AI and machine learning, along with the human-in-the-loop approach.https://digitalcommons.jsu.edu/ce_jsustudentsymp_2024/1022/thumbnail.jp
Calhoun County Flooding and Insurance Maps
No full textThis study in Calhoun County analyzes the differences between the flood maps used by insurance companies and the Hydrology Flood Index Map, created to study flooding and hydrology issues on the Pinhoti and Chinnabee Silent Trails. The selected areas for this study in Calhoun County are Lenlock Lane in Saks, Coldwater Creek in Oxford, and Choccolocco Park in Oxford. They were chosen because of recurring flood issues or potential for flooding, as indicated by the FEMA and Hydrology Flood Index Maps. The FEMA Flood Maps primarily rely on reported or historical flooding and areas near water, such as lakes, streams, rivers, and creeks. The Hydrology Flood Index Map was created using multiple data layers to identify areas susceptible to flooding. The weighted sum of these layers was used to evaluate how much of a factor each layer can be in causing an area to retain water. Several data layers are essential when analyzing potential flood hazards and hydrology issues in the Hydrology Flood Index Map. The layers for analyzing flood hazards for the Hydrology Flood Index Map include the Soil Survey Geographic Database (SSURGO), National Land Cover Dataset (NLCD), Slope, and Flow Accumulation. SSURGO identifies soil types with poor drainage, NLCD shows the usage of the land, Slope provides terrain elevation, and Flow Accumulation identifies low-lying areas that could be bodies of water. The study compares FEMA Flood Maps to the Hydrology Flood Index Map to assess Calhoun County, Alabama flood hazards.https://digitalcommons.jsu.edu/ce_jsustudentsymp_2024/1009/thumbnail.jp
Exploring the Pathogenicity of a Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Associated INSR Missense Variant of Uncertain Significance through Daf-2 in the C. elegans Model
No full textType 2 diabetes mellitus is hallmarked by insulin resistance, with the INSR gene identified as a key player in this condition. This gene is known to harbor genetic variants with a wide range of clinical significance from pathogenic to variants of uncertain significance (VUS). This project investigates a VUS identified through ClinVar. The missense VUS was located at INSR c.1628C\u3eT (p.Thr543Met). PolyPhen-2 predicted this variant to be probably damaging, assigning a HumVar score of 0.954. The ortholog VUS loci was identified in the C. elegans at daf-2 c.2084C\u3eT (p.Thr698Met). Evolutionary conservation of the VUS loci was confirmed through multiple sequence alignment in Benchling. The mutation induces a class change from the polar, hydrophilic amino acid threonine to the nonpolar, hydrophobic amino acid methionine. Utilizing SWISS-MODEL, homology-based protein models were generated for both wildtype and VUS mutant proteins. Subsequent bioinformatic analysis in PyMOL revealed an RMSD value of 0.001. The affected amino acid resides in the extracellular alpha subunit, which may contribute to its potential pathogenicity. To understand the in vivo implications of this structural alteration, we will observe phenotypic differences between a wildtype N2 C. elegans strain and a CRISPR-Cas9 engineered variant strain carrying the daf-2 mutation. Expected phenotypic variations encompass dauer formation, enhanced stress resistance, and increased lifespan. This research aims to elucidate the functional changes of the INSR variant and provide valuable insight into its role in the context of insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes mellitus.https://digitalcommons.jsu.edu/ce_jsustudentsymp_2024/1008/thumbnail.jp
JSU Meets the Vikings: Unearthing Archeology of an Icelandic Dwelling
No full textThis presentation describes archeological excavations at Kotid, a small Viking Age dwelling site in North Iceland. The presenter will describe the history of the project, a brief analysis of the buildings excavated at Kotid, the data collected from them and their experience as a JSU student working on this archeological excavation. The presenter will also share an artistic representation which is a part of an extended project they will present later in the spring at the Society for American Archaeology’s 89th Annual meeting. This rendering of the Viking Age turf dwelling at Kotid demonstrates how this structure differs from previously excavated turf dwellings in Viking Age Iceland.https://digitalcommons.jsu.edu/ce_jsustudentsymp_2024/1006/thumbnail.jp