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24th Annual Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Forum
No full textProgram and abstracts of undergraduate student poster presentations held in the Woolsey Hall, Wichita State University, April 25, 2025
Alawite politics of religious secrecy: Dynamics of dissimulation and concealment among a religious minority in Hatay, Turkey
No full textThe proposed volume focuses on “strategies of secrecy” and their role in the history of religious contacts, a neglected field of research in Religious Studies. It comprises a collection of papers presented in a series of interdisciplinary workshops and conferences on the subject of “religion and secrecy” held at the Käte Hamburger Consortium “Dynamics in the History of Religions” between 2008 and 2012
Development of a surrogate model for the assessment of crew workload in emergency medical services
No full textClick on the URL link to access this conference paper at the publishers website (may not be free).One commonly used workload metric in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is the Unit Hour Utilization (UHU). The UHU is a productivity measure that, by definition, represents the ratio of patient transport calls to the total hours that ambulances are staffed. It is often misinterpreted as a utilization measure representing the percentage of crews' available working hours that are spent performing work. This paper investigates a surrogate model to estimate a measure of EMS crew utilization that considers not only call response, but also indirect work tasks, such as documentation and shift start activities. We explored Kriging, KPLS, RBF, and physics-based models based on EMS work dynamics. The true measure of utilization was based on Montecarlo samples of estimated work time patterns associated with a year's worth of dispatch data augmented with the results of a work measurement study. The best performing model in terms of the root mean square error (RSME), the symmetric mean absolute percent error (sMAPE), and Pearson correlation estimates, was the physics-based model. This model requires time studies to estimate the average time spent in shift start activities and documenting calls, geographic information systems to estimate the average time driving back to the post, and dispatch data analysis to estimate the average time to respond to calls. Sensitivity analysis was used to provide recommendations for when to update these parameters and general recommendations were given to implement this approach in other EMS systems
Thinking outside the box: A comparative study of box jumps and squat jumps on musculoskeletal health and performance
No full textPresented to the 21st Annual Symposium on Graduate Research and Scholarly Projects (GRASP) held at the Rhatigan Student Center, Wichita State University, April 11, 2025.Research completed in the Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health Professions and the Department of Human Performance Studies, College of Applied Studies.INTRODUCTION: Plyometric training, including box and squat jumps, is widely used in athletic training and rehabilitation. However, the specific physical adaptations from these exercises are not well understood. Gaining a clearer understanding of their effects can help guide exercise programming and improve rehabilitation outcomes.
PURPOSE: The primary aim of this study was to compare the effects of box jumps and squat jumps on gluteal strength, gluteal hypertrophy, lean muscle mass, bone density, and jump height in healthy college-aged individuals.
METHODS: Forty-eight healthy college-aged men and women (18-25 years old) were recruited from a university setting. This randomized controlled trial assigned participants to box jump, squat jump, or control groups. Intervention groups participated in a 12-week plyometric training program (three workouts per week), while the control group was instructed to avoid plyometric activities. Outcome measures were assessed at baseline and week 12 using a handheld dynamometer (HHD) for gluteal strength, a tape measure for gluteal hypertrophy, dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) for lean muscle mass and bone density, and a Vertec device for jump height.
RESULTS: Data from thirty-four participants (11 females, 23 males) who completed data collection were used in the study. One-way ANOVAs revealed no significant difference (p = 0.05) between groups of males and females combined. However, females in the box jump group showed increased gluteal girth compared to the squat jump and control groups. Paired t-tests revealed significant increases (p = 0.05) in bilateral hip extension strength and jump height for both intervention groups, but not the control group. Further analysis showed sex-specific adaptations, with squat jumps leading to greater jump height increases in males and box jumps leading to greater gluteal hypertrophy in females. All males demonstrated an increase in bilateral hip extension strength. Other measured variables showed no statistically significant changes from baseline.
CONCLUSION: Box jump and squat jump interventions both effectively increased hip extension strength and vertical jump height. However, exercise selection may need to be tailored based on sex to optimize training outcomes. These findings provide valuable insights for clinicians and fitness professionals working with college-aged individuals. Incorporating box jumps and squat jumps into rehabilitation or training programs can help improve strength and functional performance. Furthermore, recognizing sex-specific adaptations has the potential to personalize plyometric exercise prescription, leading to more effective training programs and improved outcomes.Graduate School, Academic Affairs, University Librarie
TRUST-Med6G: A secure and trustworthy medical data privacy protection mechanism in 6G-IoT
No full textClick on the DOI link to access this article at the publishers website (may not be free).The rapid deployment of sixth-generation (6G) wireless networks coupled with the Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized healthcare systems, enabling real-time medical data collection and processing through interconnected medical devices. However, the massive scale of medical data generated by these 6G-IoT healthcare networks raises critical concerns regarding data privacy, security, and trustworthiness. Traditional centralized medical data management systems suffer from single points of failure, privacy breaches, and unauthorized access to sensitive patient information. This paper proposes a novel blockchain-based dynamic sharding framework specifically designed for securing trustworthy medical data in 6G-IoT environments, termed TRUST-Med6G. Our approach employs a two-stage optimization strategy that combines reputation-based medical device authentication with deep reinforcement learning-driven adaptive sharding mechanisms. The first stage utilizes a delegated Byzantine fault tolerance protocol to establish trust among medical IoT devices based on their historical reliability and data authenticity records. The second stage implements a dueling deep Q-network algorithm to dynamically optimize blockchain sharding configurations dynamically, minimizing cross-shard medical data transactions while maximizing system throughput and privacy protection. Experimental evaluation against six baseline methods demonstrates that TRUST-Med6G achieves superior performance across all metrics, reducing cross-shard collaborative medical data transactions by over 50% while maintaining privacy protection effectiveness above 95% for highly sensitive medical information and demonstrating exceptional resilience against malicious devices in 6G-IoT healthcare environments
Intravaginal device for sexually transmitted infection protection and treatment
No full textWSU inventor: Yongkuk Lee, Dept. of Biomedical Engineering, College of EngineeringInternational Application No: PCT/US2024/061227 filed December 20, 2024.Patent No: WO2025137415A1 granted June 26, 2025.An intravaginal device configured to be deployed within a vaginal tract of a patient for treating, reducing risks associated with, and/or preventing sexually transmitted infection includes a body having a flexible biocompatible material. The intravaginal device also includes: a flexible sensor array embedded in the body having at least one of a sodium sensor or pH sensor; a reservoir embedded in the body including a therapeutic agent configured to be released by an electro-responsive electrode assembly; and a near field communication circuit configured for wireless communication with an external device for wireless charging, data transmission, and receipt of control signals. The intravaginal device also includes a device controller configured to activate the electro-responsive electrode assembly to release the therapeutic agent from the reservoir in response to signals detected by the flexible sensor array and/or control signals received from the external device via the near field communication circuit
University catalog (Wichita State University)
No full textProduced by Ginny Vincent, Catalog Editor, March 2025.This catalog is a guide for information only and is not a contract. This catalog becomes effective fall semester 2025 and extends through the summer session 2026. The general university telephone number is 316-978-3456. For admission information, call toll-free 800-362-2594. The university’s World Wide Web address is: https://wichita.ed
Modular STOL UAV design for rapid mission deployment
No full textSecond place winner of poster presentations for Natural Sciences & Engineering at the 24th Annual Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Forum (URCAF) held in the Woolsey Hall, Wichita State University, April 25, 2025.To design, manufacture, and validate a modular Short Takeoff and Landing (STOL) Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) capable of delivering cargo in remote, constrained, or disasterstricken areas, while integrating Model-Based Engineering (MBE), Cost-Quality-Delivery (CQD) principles, and modular system architecture. STOL-capable UAVs can support time-sensitive missions in environments with limited launch infrastructure. Traditional UAVs often lack modularity and low-cost manufacturing. Our design addresses this by combining modular payload access with a CADdriven, low-cost build plan. The project was developed under the Boeing Bronze Propeller Competition and guided by the Department of Defense (DoD) technical review framework. Using the Boeing Diamond Model, the team applied Model-Based Engineering and Project-Based Learning (PBL). Initial sizing was based on constraint diagrams and aerodynamic calculations. A full 3DEXPERIENCE CAD model supported DXF laser-cut files and 3D-printed components. A manual assembly plan was executed using basswood, balsa, PLA, and Monokote. The final design was validated through both wind tunnel testing and flight testing, confirming aerodynamic performance and structural stability. The UAV achieved a takeoff distance of 15 ft (4.57 m), maximum takeoff weight of 4.85 lbs (2.20 kg), and payload capacity of 0.88 lbs (0.40 kg). CG remained within stable limits for both loaded and unloaded cases. Tail volume was modified post-CDR to improve pitch authority. Final cost remained under $550. Wind tunnel and flight test results confirmed that the UAV met all mission and performance requirements. This project demonstrates a fully validated UAV system combining modular design, low-cost manufacturing, and formal systems engineering. The aircraft is flight-tested and mission-ready for field deployment
Department of Dental Hygiene Class of 1987
No full textFirst row (left to right): Dr. John M. Torres, Supervising Dentist; Mary Martha Stevens, Chairperson; Denise Maseman, Assistant Professor; Diane Huntley, Associate Professor; Beverly Cook, Instructor; Mary J. Nigg, Clinical Instructor; Susan Shannon, Assistant Professor; Mary Ann Clark, Assistant Professor, Loretta Seidl, Graduate Assistant, Dr. Mark A. Moxley, Supervising DentistSecond row (left to right): Linda Guhr, Secretary/Treasurer; Diane Welch, President; Dr. Thomas Lahey, Supervising Dentist; Dr. Gary Sickles, Dentist; Pamela Johnson, Vice President; Nancy Thompson, Social ChairmanThird row (left to right): Sherri Burroughs, C. Diane Campbell, Kellye Dawson, Roxanne Dressler, Stacy Dea Dumler, Gwendolyn EppersonFourth row (left to right): Marcia Gibb, Annie Goscha, Karen Griffiths, Connie Hammergren, Kathleen F. Happe, Celinda Harris, Sally Hills, Barbara Karbassi, Dayle L. Lemastus, Karen Sue McGinnisFifth row (left to right): Darcy Mulvaney, Julia Pokorny, Miscyrene Reeser, Lynette Rollins, Terri Spangler, Karen Stolz, Olga Stout, Kathleen ThrasherDigitized by University Libraries' Technical Services Institutional Repository & Digitization group.Personal and non-profit use only