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Moral Consistency in the Value of Embryonic and Fetal Human Life: Trying to Reconcile Abortion Opposition and Parent-Friendly IVF Practices Under a Full Moral Value Stance
No full textThis thesis works to expand the discussion of the moral inconsistency between opposing abortions under a full moral value stance (FMV) while supporting parent-friendly IVF practices. I broaden this discussion by turning to circumstantial, rather than moral, justifications for protections. Ultimately, I argue that children deserve heightened protections, justified by their circumstances; these circumstantial justifications serve as a potential avenue for justifying heightened protections for fetuses but not embryos.
The first two-thirds of this thesis delves into the moral inconsistency. Analyzing Joshua Shaw’s Surplus Embryos and Abortion, I argue that Shaw’s definition of the inconsistency is correct and that alleviation entails meeting the four conditions Shaw describes. Through James Delaney’s Embryo Loss and Moral Status, I determine that different reactions to the deaths of embryos versus children are consistent with FMV. Since psychological, not moral, reasons drive these reactions, they do not negate the fact that they hold an FMV.
Finally, I claim that children deserve heightened protections on the grounds of circumstance rather than inherent value. Moreover, it is not morally inconsistent to propose heightened protections for one and not another even when they are equally morally valuable. I look at (1) age, (2) viability and fetal development, (3) human potential, (4) naturalness, and (5) emotional attachments creating obligations as potential arguments for circumstantially heightened protections for fetuses. If successful, this could alleviate the inconsistency. I determine that none of them are sufficient justifications. Since these justifications fail, the moral inconsistency remains
Institutional Bias or Neutral Ground? The Financial Impact of Race in College Football Coaching
No full textThis study investigates the relationship between the race of college football head coaches and the revenue streams of Division 1 Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) programs, focusing on alumni donations, ticket sales, media rights, and other financial contributions. The central question examines whether the race of a coach influences revenue generation in an industry where alumni and institutional support are critical for success. Using a dataset spanning the 2017-2022 football seasons, regression analyses with fixed effects were conducted to evaluate revenue sources across 113 public universities, while controlling for performance metrics, conference affiliations, and postseason achievements. The results reveal that the racial identity of a head coach does not have a statistically significant impact on revenue outcomes, including total revenue, alumni donations, ticket sales, or media rights. Instead, revenue generation is predominantly driven by structural factors, such as conference affiliation and team success. For instance, membership in Power Five conferences like the Southeastern Conference (SEC) and Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) consistently exhibits strong positive correlations with revenue across all categories. However, metrics such as postseason performance and national rankings show mixed significance in influencing revenue, depending on the category. These findings highlight the limited role of individual demographic characteristics in shaping financial outcomes, suggesting that institutional factors hold greater influence in college football\u27s economic landscape. This research underscores the need for further exploration into the systemic underrepresentation of non-white coaches and its potential effects beyond measurable revenue, particularly in hiring and career progression. Future studies could also explore the implications of evolving policies, such as Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL), on revenue generation and racial equity in college sports
A Multiple Perspective Analysis on Urban Poverty in Developing Nations: A Case Study on Nigeria, Colonial Implications, and Modern-Day Outcomes
Get PDFThis paper will dissect urbanization and poverty in Nigeria as a case study of the challenges of underdevelopment and the lingering effects of colonialism in Africa. To draw a complete understanding of challenges faced by developing nations facing systemic underdevelopment, high poverty, and low productivity– nations like Nigeria, my research will uncover colonial impacts and post-colonial policies that initiated urban poverty and underdevelopment outcomes we see today. The purpose of my thesis is to encompass existing fragmented academia on the causes and consequences of underdevelopment and connect historical implications to current impacts of global development today including the influence of colonial activities on developing nations, modern governance challenges, failing foreign aid agendas, export-oriented economies, and other related fields. I will explain the intersection between these issues, to understand the current paradox of systemic underdevelopment, social inequality, and social corruption affecting post-colonial developing nations today. Outcomes and reinforcers of systemic underdevelopment include; low productivity, resource dependence, educational deficiencies, underemployment, industrial and infrastructure underdevelopment, an unskilled labor force, slum housing, the destruction of traditional industry, government and corporate corruption and an unpredictable, unattractive economy, and as a consequence an impoverished and neglected population. We will explore the necessity of decentralized development guided by local public experts in the affected regions. Additionally, I will highlight key issues that must be addressed to achieve successful, small-scale, precision-based development. These include combating weak and corrupt governance, rethinking the effectiveness of foreign aid, addressing institutional inefficiencies and economic dependencies rooted in colonial practices, and implementing stronger infrastructural and housing policies to support both industrial growth and human capital development
Child and Family Contributions to Emotion Regulation in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
No full textThis literature review examines the role of child and family contributions to emotion regulation (ER) in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). ER difficulties are prevalent in children with ASD, influencing their social interactions, behavioral adjustment, and overall developmental outcomes. Child-specific factors, including ASD symptom severity, emotion awareness, language abilities, and perceptual biases, were found to shape ER challenges. Family dynamics, such as co-regulation through scaffolding and parenting styles, play a crucial role in fostering ER development, although parental stress and the bidirectional nature of parent-child interactions often complicate these processes. While child-focused interventions, such as emotion awareness training and teaching cognitive reappraisal, have shown promise, parent-centered strategies addressing co-regulation and stress management are equally vital. This review highlights the need for holistic, tailored interventions targeting both child-specific and family-level factors to promote adaptive ER strategies and improve long-term outcomes for children with ASD and their families
High ‘Steaks’: Does Lone Star Tick-Induced Red Meat Allergy Reduce Cardiovascular Disease-Related Hospitalizations?
Get PDFIn this thesis, I investigate the relationships between Lone Star Tick-induced Alpha-Gal Syndrome (AGS), red meat consumption, and cardiovascular health outcomes within New York State\u27s 62 counties from 2012 to 2021. The analysis examines whether AGS, which forces individuals to reduce red meat consumption, serves as a natural experiment in understanding dietary impacts on cardiovascular disease (CVD). Leveraging panel data, I utilize Fixed Effects (FE) and Two-Stage Least Squares (2SLS) regression frameworks to disentangle the relationships between red meat expenditure, meat prices, Lone Star Tick prevalence, and health outcomes such as CVD, stroke, coronary heart disease, and heart attack hospitalization and mortality rates.
The results indicate a significant reduction in beef and pork expenditure in counties with higher Lone Star Tick prevalence, particularly in “Reported” and “Established” counties. While certain findings highlight protective effects of vegetable consumption and negative impacts of smoking on health outcomes, the relationship between meat expenditure and CVD remains inconsistent, partly due to data limitations. Despite these challenges, this study underscores the potential of dietary interventions as preventive measures against CVD, providing a foundation for future research into the links between diet, environmental factors, and public health outcomes. The findings offer actionable insights for policymakers to promote healthier dietary practices, such as subsidies for vegetables and targeted public health campaigns on smoking cessation, ultimately contributing to reducing the economic and health burden of chronic diseases
Labor versus Capital: Impacts of Employment Lawsuits on Capital Expenditures
Get PDFThis thesis explores the relationship between employment-related litigation and capital expenditures (CapEx) within firms, particularly focusing on the trade-off between labor and capital as automation becomes increasingly viable. It investigates whether legal challenges in the form of labor lawsuits prompt companies to increase investments in automation to mitigate future labor risks and costs related to employing human workers. The research includes analysis of the impact of litigation on CapEx across different time periods and industries. Results suggest a significant, though not unequivocally robust, positive correlation between litigation and CapEx increases. Notably, the impact of litigation on CapEx was more pronounced in recent years (2018–2024) as compared to earlier periods, reflecting the growing availability of automation technologies. The findings highlight observed shifts in capital investment expenditures as firms are increasingly able to replace labor with technology to reduce legal risks and lessen operational costs
Engaging Mathematicians One Step at a Time: Math Trails
Get PDFMathematics is present in everything we see and do. Sometimes we look past it, looking for some mathematical mystery when the beauty of mathematics is evident in the most obvious ways. One way to engage students to notice connections to mathematics in these everyday objects and events is to direct them in a guided math trail. A math trail is an activity where participants follow a map or guide to various locations while they are encouraged to take notice of connections to mathematical patterns and concepts in the objects around them. An important benefit is that going on a math trail is an outdoor activity, which may help to pique the natural curiosity and interest of its participants in mathematics in a non-traditional and informal environment outside their school classroom. In this article we present a local math trail on our university campus, and offer some suggestions for those interested in creating their own trail. Our overall goal is to encourage students to use mathematical reasoning and to make connections between mathematics and real-world phenomena
A Ramsey Theory Essay: The Dinner Party
Get PDFThis is a poem inspired by Ramsey’s theorem. Its main characters are; Frank Ramsey, Issai Schur, Richard Rados, Bertel van der Waarden, Ronald Graham and Paul Erdos, some of the pioneers of the field of Ramsey theory. There has been care put into each paragraph so that it’s lines can be viewed as though they were nodes on a graph which share traits with each other of rhyme, theme and length which can be paired in 2 states, sharing and unique in such a way that one might find coloured graph edges when working in the field of Ramsey theory
Case Studies from the Coastal Zone Management: The Place-Based Theory Applied in Southern California Coastal Erosion Mitigation Techniques
No full textThis thesis explores the application of the place-based theory within Coastal Zone Management (CZM) to assess and mitigate coastal erosion in Southern California. By examining a series of case studies, the research highlights how localized, context-specific strategies can enhance the functionality of coastal protection efforts in this region. Southern California\u27s dynamic coastal environment, marked by high population density and significant economic activities, presents unique challenges for erosion control. This study analyzes a variety of mitigation techniques, including beach nourishment and dune restoration, evaluating their success in addressing both environmental sustainability and community resilience. Through the lens of the place-based theory—which emphasizes the importance of local social, cultural, and ecological factors—the thesis argues for a more integrated, place-specific approach to coastal management. Findings suggest that localized knowledge and practices are crucial in shaping effective mitigation strategies to reduce erosion impacts while fostering long-term coastal resilience. Localized knowledge and practices are crucial in shaping effective mitigation strategies
Metrics & Tools for Transformative Agreements Management
Get PDFLibraries are managing an increasing number of Transformative Agreements (TAs). We will share practical insights on a range of metrics used to evaluate TAs\u27 success and discuss software tools and data management strategies that can streamline TA evaluation and inform advocacy for future agreements in better alignment with institutional goals