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Tiny Things BFA Show
No full textTiny Things is a monthly subscription box that aims to teach homeowners ways to better support the pollinator population. This box aims to teach the basics of gardening through embroidery to give individuals the ability and confidence to diversify suburban yards. Included in the box is a screen-printed flower embroidery activity, a seed packet of said flower, an illustration of a pollinator, and a sticker of the pollinator. These goodies come in a kraft box that is easy to recycle. Embroidery is a stress-relieving activity and so is gardening. By combining the two, Tiny Things offers a new relaxing way to learn about the importance of pollinators and clean gardening.
The inspiration for this box came from the decreasing population of pollinators, mainly the honeybee. The main reason for this decrease is pesticides and mites. Other contributing factors are urbanization, invasive species, and climate change. These factors affect the pollinator’s ability to find a habitat and food. If a pollinator takes contaminated pollen back to its home, then that pesticide affects all the other bees including the queen. Homeowners can offer pollinators a safe space away from the effects of commercial and agricultural malice. Hopefully, you will consider starting your own garden. Let’s save the pollinators together!https://digitalcommons.jsu.edu/ce_jsustudentsymp_2024/1018/thumbnail.jp
The Impact of Arginine Supplementation on Energy Metabolism in Sports
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This study investigates the multifaceted effects of Arginine (Arg) supplementation on energy metabolism and its subsequent impact on athletic performance. Through a rigorous systematic review and meta-analysis, the research probes into the nuanced effects of Arg supplementation across aerobic (≤VO2max) and anaerobic (\u3eVO2max) performance spectrums. Arg distinguishes itself in sports nutrition by synthesizing Nitric Oxide (NO), promoting vasodilation, and optimizing blood flow. This process is instrumental in enhancing the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to muscles during physical exertion, a critical factor in sports performance.
The physiological mechanisms through which Arg exerts its effects are thoroughly explored in the study. These include its role in NO synthesis, pivotal for effective blood circulation and muscle oxygenation. Furthermore, Arg\u27s involvement in muscle contraction, gas exchange, oxygen kinetics, and mitochondrial function is meticulously dissected. The study also acknowledges the role of Arg in promoting the release of growth hormones, which are integral in muscle development, fuel mobilization, and overall physical performance. Given the intricate nature of the body\u27s response to supplements and the variation in individual physiology, the study underscores the importance of tailored Arg supplementation protocols. It recommends acute dosing of 0.15 g/kg body weight 60–90 minutes before exercise, and for sustained improvement in aerobic and anaerobic performance, a regimen of 1.5–2 g/day over 4–7 weeks and 10–12 g/day over 8 weeks, respectively.
While the results indicate Arg\u27s potential benefits in sports nutrition, the study acknowledges the need for further research to comprehend its efficacy across diverse athletic disciplines and conditions fully. This comprehensive review lays a solid foundation for future explorations, aiming to optimize supplementation strategies and maximize the athletic performance and recovery of sports enthusiasts and professional athletes alike.https://digitalcommons.jsu.edu/ce_jsustudentsymp_2024/1003/thumbnail.jp
The Comprehensive Impact of Beta-Alanine on Sports Performance and Muscle Dynamics
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The International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) has extensively reviewed the effects of beta-alanine supplementation, emphasizing its potential to enhance exercise performance and muscle physiology. Beta-alanine, primarily known for increasing muscular carnosine levels, acts as an intracellular pH buffer, effectively combating muscle acidity during high-intensity activities. This buffering capacity is critical in maintaining muscle performance and endurance, especially under strenuous exercise conditions.
The ISSN outlines that a daily intake of 4-6 grams of beta-alanine can significantly elevate muscular carnosine concentration—up to 64% after four weeks and up to 80% after ten weeks. This substantial increase is pivotal in enhancing muscle performance and endurance by mitigating fatigue and facilitating muscle recovery post-training. Despite variations in baseline carnosine concentrations influenced by gender, activity level, genetics, and diet, beta-alanine supplementation consistently yields positive outcomes across different demographic profiles.
Beta-alanine’s function extends beyond pH buffering. It is an antioxidant, reducing oxidative stress and aiding muscle repair, which is particularly beneficial during high-intensity workouts or sports training. This property enhances training quality and performance by increasing muscle repair rates, thus shortening the recovery period between training sessions.
However, the research presents a nuanced picture regarding strength outcomes. While short-term studies indicate improvements in training volume and a decrease in fatigue, longer-term investigations (8-10 weeks) reveal varied effects on body composition and overall strength. This suggests that while beta-alanine positively influences training volume and fatigue resistance, its impact on long-term strength development and body composition is less clear-cut and warrants further investigation.
Beta-alanine\u27s efficacy is most pronounced in high-intensity activities lasting up to 25 minutes. The impact of beta-alanine supplementation beyond this duration remains less defined, attributed to complex physiological interactions that are not yet fully understood. This has prompted ISSN to recommend potentially combining beta-alanine with other supplements to enhance its effects. Popular combinations include ergogenic acids like sodium, creatine, and other pre-workout supplements, which have shown synergistic effects in specific performance contexts, such as sprinting and rowing time trials. Nonetheless, the results vary, with some studies indicating significant improvements while others show negligible impact.
In conclusion, beta-alanine emerges as a promising supplement in sports nutrition, offering significant benefits in increasing muscular carnosine concentration, acting as a pH buffer, and potentially enhancing exercise performance and recovery. Despite mixed findings in long-term strength outcomes and its limited impact on activities exceeding 25 minutes, the short-term benefits and the potential for synergistic effects with other supplements position beta-alanine as a valuable component in the dietary regimen of athletes aiming to optimize their physical performance. Further research is anticipated to unravel more about beta-alanine\u27s multifaceted role in sports nutrition and its optimal application in different exercise regimes.https://digitalcommons.jsu.edu/ce_jsustudentsymp_2024/1002/thumbnail.jp
Graphic Design | Sydney Wetzel
Get PDFGraphic design entry for 2024 Student Symposiumhttps://digitalcommons.jsu.edu/ce_jsustudentsymp_2024/1076/thumbnail.jp
Infographics Panel
No full textClose-up detail on infographic poster panel.https://digitalcommons.jsu.edu/etds_mfa_images/1027/thumbnail.jp
How the Method Works
No full textDigital file used to produce infographic poster design introducing the teaching method Videntis and informing the audience on how the technique works. With Videntis, the power of graphic design goes beyond aesthetics – it embodies a mindset that transforms our approach to learning. The Videntis methodology seamlessly integrates the creative problem-solving mindset of graphic designers into secondary classrooms, enriching education in Mathematics, Science, English, and History. Explore the fusion of creativity and academia with Videntis. 1. Teach Content The instructor teaches preliminary content to students that is based on state standards and requirements for the semester. 2. Create Project The instructor decides on the project and the visual outcome the student will create. The instructor explains what is required and the process of completing the project. 3. Research // Ideate The student creates ideas for their project. The student provides preliminary ideas and research about their topic using multiple visual- and research-based article resources. The student submits the research and ideas to the instructor. The student receives feedback for an actual product to be made. 4. Create // Revise The student experiments, creates a rough prototype, and presents it to the instructor and classmates. He or she brings in the sample and explains how the research informed the choice he or she made in creating the prototype. The instructor and classmates offer critiques before the student creates the final outcome. 5. Final // Evaluate The student produces the final product. As part of the explanation/presentation of the final outcome, the student covers the following: an overview of the topic/research; an explanation of choices made in the creation of the process/product; a reflection on what they would change/improve about their final outcome, and what they enjoyed about the project.https://digitalcommons.jsu.edu/etds_mfa_images/1046/thumbnail.jp
Design Citizen Book 2
No full textAn exhibition attendee opens a copy of the Design Citizen bookhttps://digitalcommons.jsu.edu/etds_mfa_images/1057/thumbnail.jp
Design Citizen | Deconstruction Walls, Right Wall
No full textA timelapse video of gallery attendees interacting with the tear walls on the right side of the galleryhttps://digitalcommons.jsu.edu/etds_mfa_docs/1004/thumbnail.jp
The Backpack Methodology | Backpack System Tutorial
No full textAnimated tutorial on how to use the “Backpack” system implemented in Notion.https://digitalcommons.jsu.edu/etds_mfa_docs/1006/thumbnail.jp
“Backpack” Method Exhibit | Front Brochure and Collage
No full textFront of the printed brochure / foldout poster and collage.https://digitalcommons.jsu.edu/etds_mfa_images/1100/thumbnail.jp