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Physical Function in Young and Older Adult Active Pickleball Players – A Cross-Sectional Study
No full textTopics in Exercise Science and Kinesiology Volume 6: Issue 1, Article 5, 2025. Limited information exists on pickleball’s impact on physical function in older adults (65+ years), despite reported health benefits. PURPOSE: This cross-sectional study evaluated the physical function of active older adult (OA) women and men recreational pickleball players via handgrip strength (HGS) and fatigue (HGF), 6-minute walk distance (6MWD) test, as well as the short physical performance battery (SPPB) compared to sex-matched young adult (YA) controls. METHODS: Thirty YA (18-26 years; n=15 women/men) and 27 OA (65-89 years; n=13 women, n=15 men) participants who played pickleball at least thrice weekly were assessed for physical function outcomes. A two-way ANOVA (age x sex) with repeated measures and Sidak post-hoc test were used (p\u3c0.05). RESULTS: Compared to sex-matched YA, OA women and men had significantly lower absolute HGS (OA women: 22.4±5.8 vs YA women: 31.7±5.6kg; OA men: 40.8±7.3 vs YA men: 50.5±8.9kg) and relative HGS (OA women: 8.7±2.3 vs YA women: 11.1±1.9kg/m2; OA men: 12.3±1.8 vs YA men: 15.0±2.7kg/m2). Absolute HGF followed the absolute HGS results. There was also a main effect for OAs to have lower SPPB chair sit-to-stand scores than YAs. In contrast, compared to sex-matched YAs, no significant differences were observed in OA women and men for 6MWD percent predicted (range: 104.6-115.4%) and SPPB walking speed and balance scores. CONCLUSIONS: In OA women and men recreational pickleballers, lower body physical function of walking speed/distance and balance did not show age-related differences compared to sex-matched YA pickleballers, but lower body strength and upper body strength/fatigue did present age-related declines
The Nexus of Sports Fandom and Sports Wagering: A Scoping Review
No full textThis scoping review examines the intersection of sports fandom and sports betting, with a particular focus on the marketing considerations involved in this relationship. Sports fandom, driven by strong emotional investments and team identification, plays a critical role in shaping betting behaviors. As this relationship becomes increasingly complex, it is essential to explore the underlying motivations and behaviors of sports fans who engage in betting, the ethical implications of marketing practices targeting this group, and the methodologies used to study this intersection. To address these relationships, this review examines four key areas: motivations for sports fans to engage in betting, responsible marketing practices, the methodological approaches used in current studies, and future research directions. This review highlights that fans are motivated to bet not only by potential financial gain but also by socialization, excitement, and loyalty to their teams. However, this emotional engagement raises ethical concerns about the normalization of betting in marketing, especially in targeting vulnerable populations. The review also identifies a reliance on quantitative methods in the existing literature and calls for more qualitative and longitudinal research. Finally, the study highlights the need for further exploration of diverse demographics and the impact of new technologies on the relationship between fandom and betting. This review offers insights for researchers, marketers, and policymakers to better understand and navigate the evolving landscape of sports betting and sports fan behavior
The Digital Economy and Equitable Access to Jobs in the Mountain West, 2023
No full textThis fact sheet presents data from a Brookings Institution report, “The future of the US digital economy depends on equitable access to jobs,” which compares the share of 2023 employment in highly digital jobs among women and minority groups for select U.S. metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs). This fact sheet reports data for nine Mountain West MSAs: Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise, NV; Albuquerque, NM; Colorado Springs, CO; Denver-Aurora- Lakewood, CO; Tucson, AZ; Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ; Salt Lake City, UT; Provo-Orem, UT; and Ogden- Clearfield, UT
Immigrant Population in the Mountain West, 2023
No full textThis fact sheet presents data on the economic, workforce, and educational contributions of immigrants in the five Mountain West states of Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, and Utah. The American Immigration Council (AIC) 2025 report, “Map the Impact,” provides information on state-level measures of immigrant population, labor force participation, and economic contributions
Childcare Expense and Demand in the Mountain West, 2023
No full textThis fact sheet presents 2023 data on childcare expenses in the five Mountain West states of Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, and Utah. The data are sourced from The LendingTree article, “Families Who Pay for Childcare Spend Nearly a Fifth of Their Income on It.” The original report includes data on the states’ percentages of weekly income spent on childcare as well as the percentage of households using paid childcare
Enhancing Engagement and Accessibility With AI, Dynamic Camera, & Multi-Device Integration
No full textOne of the biggest challenges in both in-person and remote learning is maintaining student engagement. Traditional lecture recording setups rely on static cameras, keeping the instructor locked in one position. However, research shows that students are more engaged when instructors move naturally throughout the room, using gestures, proximity, and dynamic body language to reinforce key concepts. Our solution integrates the Insta360 Link AI-powered facial tracking camera, which autonomously follows the instructor\u27s movement across the classroom. This allows for a more natural, interactive teaching experience where students remain visually and cognitively engaged. Paired with a Laptop for presentations, an iPad Pro and Apple Pencil Pro as an interactive whiteboard, along with the YoloBox Ultra streaming system, this setup creates a dynamic, high-quality learning environment where students—whether in class or remote—feel more connected to the instructor. This approach enhances focus, retention, and participation, making it far more effective than static recordings.https://oasis.library.unlv.edu/btp_expo/1205/thumbnail.jp
How Do Parents Influence Female Students\u27 Engineering Trajectory?
No full textUsing the Parental Socialization Framework, this research provides a detailed analysis of how early STEM exposure, parental confidence in abilities, and gender-neutral upbringing contribute to the development of STEM identities among women. Employing a hermeneutic phenomenological approach, six undergraduate women engineering majors were interviewed in-depth about their parents\u27 influence on their STEM pathways. The findings reveal that parents\u27 high academic expectations, confidence in their daughters\u27 abilities, verbal and non-verbal encouragement, and early STEM opportunities are pivotal in steering female participants toward engineering. The study also underscores the importance of creating a gender-neutral environment that allows girls to explore and develop an interest in STEM from an early age. Our research offers novel insights by applying a structured framework to analyze parental influence, which has not been sufficiently explored in existing literature. These findings have significant practical implications for educators, policymakers, and parents. Recommendations include integrating hands-on STEM activities in early education, fostering parental confidence in daughters’ abilities, promoting gender-neutral upbringing, facilitating mentorship programs, and developing supportive policies to enhance parental involvement in STEM education. By addressing these factors, stakeholders can create an environment that nurtures female students\u27 interest and success in engineering, contributing to greater diversity and innovation in STEM fields
I Have to Pay to Keep My Job: Examining Financial Barriers to Promotion and/or Tenure
No full textDrawing from data collected in 2020 and 2023 through national surveys, this paper will illuminate financial barriers faced by academic librarians in tenure-track or professional positions with a promotion requirement related to service, scholarship, or other professional engagement
High Stakes & High Heels: The Economic Potential of Merging Gambling With Gentlemens Clubs
No full textPurpose: Vegas used to be “Vegas” Gambling Hotspot Lost the “magic” On Property Gentlemen’s Clubs Similar to property exclusive restaurants or nightclubshttps://oasis.library.unlv.edu/durep_podium/1061/thumbnail.jp
Beyond the Nursery: Unraveling Maternal and Neonatal Factors Associated With NICU Admissions in Nevada (2015–2021)
No full textOverview
This project focuses on investigating the relationship between maternal medical conditions, socioeconomic factors, and NICU admission levels among Medicaid beneficiaries in Nevada.
Approach:
•A retrospective analysis was conducted using linked data from the Birth Registry and Nevada Medicaid Claims from 2015 to 2021.
•Infant records were analyzed using univariate and bivariate statistical methods, with a significance level set at 5%.
•Logistic regression models were used to examine associations between maternal characteristics and NICU admission levels.
Key Objectives:
•Analyze NICU admission trends among Medicaid beneficiaries.
•Identify maternal health risk factors linked to NICU admissions.
•Examine neonatal characteristics influencing NICU admissions.https://oasis.library.unlv.edu/durep_podium/1068/thumbnail.jp