5063 research outputs found
Sort by
Is the Light Triad really that light?: The Light Triad\u27s role in relationship savior complex
Get PDFLight triad traits, such as optimism, empathy, and compassion, are theorized to be three main components of a prosocial and compassionate orientation. However, in romantic relationships, those qualities may encourage a “savior complex” in which one partner attempts to help, fix, or change their partner’s less ideal components. To study this, 106 participants ranging in age from 18 to 24 years old were surveyed about their light triad traits, helping/savior complex behavior, confidence as a romantic partner (i.e., self-efficacy), closeness with their partner (i.e., inclusion of other in the self), and perceived responsiveness toward their partner. As hypothesized, those who engaged in more savior complex behaviors were higher in light triad overall, Humanism, and Kantianism. Faith in humanity was not significantly correlated with the savior complex. Additionally, potential mediators of the light triad’s association with the savior complex were assessed. As hypothesized, perceived partner responsiveness was a significant mediator. However, inclusion of other in the self and self-efficacy were not. These results expand upon light triad and savior complex research and emphasize the potential downsides of a highly positive romantic partner. Limitations and future directions will be discussed
The psychology of morbid fascination: The role of spectatorship in executions, rubbernecking, dark tourism, and true crime consumption
Get PDFThis literature review examines the general idea of morbid fascination through the lens of spectatorship. The questions that this paper will attempt to answer and contribute knowledge towards are, “What is the psychology behind morbid fascination?” and “Why are humans drawn to the macabre?”. This paper will use a myriad of different sources such as books, peer-reviewed articles, personal accounts, documentaries, podcasts, and different studies from the psychological, criminal justice, and philosophical fields of study to very carefully review, report, compile, and add new theories onto the information provided. The sections discussed throughout will fall under four categories: Public Executions, Rubbernecking, Dark Tourism, and True Crime Consumption. The questions this paper will answer throughout its development in large are: What is the psychology behind morbid fascination? Why are humans drawn to the macabre? What are the psychological explanations, implications, and impacts of this fascination? This paper serves as a compilation of information as well as a foundation for future academic endeavors regarding morbid fascination
The state of herbaria in Tennessee
No full textThe herbaria of Tennessee were the focus of substantial efforts to digitize southeastern plant specimens in the United States between 2014-2019. Because of that work, 13 of the 14 herbaria were digitized to varying degrees, producing approximately 894,000 digital vascular plant records. For the first time, the content of these collections could be elucidated and analyzed for bias. Defining their content demonstrates their disposition as a resource for Southeastern botany, and understanding biases can aid in intentionally allocating resources for future work regarding deeper digitization or on-the-ground documentation. However, in order to confidently prescribe work aimed at addressing bias, the level of complete digitization needs to be understood in order to recognize potential sources of any observed bias. This work elucidates the holdings of the Tennessee herbaria, identifies biases within the data, and prescribes intentional future work by accounting for the current state of the collections
The impact of colonization on the political development of colonized nations post-independence: the French colonization of Lebanon
No full textColonization is characterized in literature through the lens of the colonizer, defined primarily by its successes. From the discovery of the New World by Columbus in 1492 to the establishment of the United States of America by the EU, spread of democracy across the globe, and its association with the idea of globalization, colonization is seen as the pioneer of the modern world. While colonization has played a large role in the development of the world as we know it, paving the way for the success of many independent nations, it has also simultaneously hindered the development of many. This research analyzes the impact of colonization on the political development of the colony through a focus on France’s colonization of Lebanon. This research encapsulates four main themes: the switch from Lebanon as an autonomous entity under Ottoman rule to a colony under the French Mandate, the current secular division in modern Lebanese governance, and the total economic and political control of Lebanon by France, which hindered its development as an independent nation. The fourth theme is related to the overarching theme of this work, that the colonial mission by European countries and the United States was unsuccessful and worsened rather than strengthened the political development of the colony post-independence. This study hopes to add to the limited scholarship on the impact of colonization on the political development of the colony and pioneer a new connection between colonialism and the failure of the colony
Nutrition, sleep, and training habits enhance endurance race performance
Get PDFIn recent years, marathon and ultra-marathon participation has grown substantially. Past research has shown that a range of variables influence the performance of endurance athletes. This study included participants of the Forgotten Florida 50-mile and 100-mile race and the Chattanooga Erlanger Half-Marathon and Marathon. These athletes were questioned about their sleep, nutrition, and training habits implemented for the races they completed. The results show the significance of carbohydrate consumption throughout the race for energy maintenance and shortened race times. Also, it was found that hill repeats and tempo runs brought about more successful race times for the runners who implemented these training methods. Providing the running community with a template of effective nutrition, sleep, and training methods, this study hopes to encourage the attainment of personal goals for endurance and ultra-endurance runners
Prevalence of potentially pathogenic bacteria in showers at a long-term nursing care facility
Get PDFPathogenic bacteria on environmental surfaces in nursing homes may contribute to the growing burden of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), particularly as the U.S. population ages and more individuals transition into long-term care. In this study, 70 swab samples were collected from five community shower rooms at a nursing home over three sampling trips. Five common shower surfaces were sampled: the floor drain, shower bench, faucet/valves, shower curtain, and grab bars. Samples were processed in the UTC CIDC microbiology lab and inoculated onto four selective and differential media: Hardy CHROM MRSA agar (for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus [MRSA] and S. pseudintermedius [SIM]), mannitol salt agar (for S. aureus [SA] and S. epidermidis [SE]), eosin methylene blue agar (for enteric bacteria [ENT] and Bacillus spp. [BAC]), and Pseudomonas isolation agar (for Pseudomonas spp. [PS] and P . aeruginosa [PSA]). MRSA and SA were the most prevalent species overall, particularly on the floor drain (92.9%) and shower bench (64.3% and 71.4%, respectively). Enteric bacteria and Pseudomonas species were also found at high densities in floor drains, confirming this surface as a key contamination hotspot. BAC, while less pathogenic, was present on lower-contact surfaces like grab bars and shower curtains. This study highlights the urgent need for targeted infection control and disinfection strategies in high-risk areas, especially as the nursing home population continues to grow and remains vulnerable to environmental sources of infection
Anxiously engaged: general anxiety as a moderator of techno-insecurity and work engagement
Get PDFAs technology advances in the workplace, employees are feeling left behind and increasingly subjected to new stressors, such as techno-insecurity. Techno-insecurity is defined as employees feeling threatened about their job security due to the increasing integration of technologies (Ragu-Nathan et al., 2008). According to the Conservation of Resources (COR) theory (Hobfoll, 1989), techno-insecurity represents an anticipated loss of resources (e.g., job, income) due to technology. Consistent with the broader job insecurity research (Jiang & Lavaysse, 2018), this resource threat may undermine employee motivation, such as work engagement (WE; i.e., a positive state characterized by persistent work-related focus, commitment, and energy, Schaufeli et al., 2006). Thus, we hypothesize that techno-insecurity is negatively related to WE (H1). Contrarily, COR theory also suggests that employees may enact job preservation strategies as investments of resources into protective and promotive work efforts to secure their jobs (Shoss et al., 2023). WE indicates a job preservation strategy that illustrates employees’ workplace motivation. We hypothesize that general anxiety (e.g., experiencing general worry, fear, and irritability outside of work; Spitzer et al., 2006) moderates the relationship between techno-insecurity and WE (H2) to explain the theorized differential effects. We expect employees with higher levels of general anxiety to have a positive relationship with WE; their heightened sensitivity to threat provokes them to mobilize energy into job preservation strategies to combat being viewed as disposable. We expect a negative relationship for employees with lower levels of general anxiety; the threat posed by techno-insecurity may not trigger the same urgency for job preservation efforts. We recruited 489 participants from Prolific to complete assessments for techno-insecurity (Ragu-Nathan et al., 2008) and general anxiety (Spitzer et al., 2006) at Time 1 and WE (Schaufeli et al., 2006) at Time 2. Techno-insecurity was not related to WE (b = .04, p = .429), failing to support H1; however, general anxiety moderated this relationship (b = .13, p = .040). The relationship was positive for employees with high (+1 SD) general anxiety levels (b = .15, p = .030), whereas the relationship was negative but insignificant for employees with low (-1 SD) general anxiety levels (b = -.06, p = .490), partially supporting H2. General anxiety’s moderating role in the relationship between techno-insecurity and WE suggests that some employees may be engaging with their work out of desperation for job preservation rather than healthy motivation
From Diversity to Belonging : Exploring the interplay between diversity, perceived mattering, belonging, work outcomes, and well-being
Get PDFFrom Diversity to Belonging : Exploring the Interplay Between Diversity, Perceived Mattering, Belonging, Work Outcomes, and Well-Being Hannah Wallace, Brody Behm, Bella Watkins, Leila Young, Jess Doll, Kristl Davison, Tim Huelsman Appalachian State University ABSTRACT In the workforce, belonging is the degree to which employees feel valued, appreciated, and fit in with the organization\u27s integrated system (Thissen et al., 2023). Mattering, a person\u27s perception of their worth to others and belief that they make a difference (Deas et al., 2023; Jung, 2015), is just as relevant to the workforce despite receiving little attention in career studies. Feelings of mattering allow workers to experience fulfilled well-being, increased motivation, and lowered job-related stress (Bucher et al., 2019). Though research recently began investigating the effect of belonging and mattering on employee outcomes, there\u27s a larger absence of studies examining how mattering in the workplace interacts with dimensions of diversity, such as gender or neurodiversity. America currently faces unemployment rates as high as 30 – 40% for neurodiverse adults, and among people with a disability, the unemployment rates were the same for men and women in 2024 (7.5 percent) (Creative Spirit 2024: BLS 2025). This demonstrates how vital this research is for organizational development and social equity in the workplace. How do gender identity, neurodiversity, and organizational systems intersect and influence mattering and belonging among employees? This study aims to investigate how characteristics of diversity, neurodiversity, and gender identities influence employees\u27 sense of belongingness and mattering, and the larger implications of these experiences on well-being and organizational development. We will test four hypotheses with this study: H1: Identifying as a neurodivergent individual predicts decreased levels of belongingness and mattering in the workplace. H2: Identifying as a woman or non-binary in the workplace predicts decreased levels of belongingness and mattering. H3: Neurodiversity and gender will interact to predict decreased levels of belongingness and mattering in the workplace. H4: Workplace mattering and belonging will mediate the relationship between diverse gender identities and job outcomes (i.e., job satisfaction, productivity, and performance). Prolific will be utilized to survey participants and gather their responses. Participation will be restricted to individuals who are 18 years or older and who have been employed for at least six months at their current employer. The survey will include questions related to self-identified demographics, perceptions of belonging and mattering, and their performance at their current employer. From these findings, we’ll determine how mattering, especially for people in underrepresented groups, affects employee satisfaction, job motivation, and well-being. By examining these relationships, we hope to gain insights into more inclusive workplace practices that enhance both psychological health and organizational performance
Uncovering key biomarker gene in pancreatic and breast cancer progression using molecular docking method with potentials for targeted therapeutic interventions
No full textBreast cancer (BRCA) and pancreatic adenocarcinoma (PAAD) are two significant malignancies that pose substantial challenges to global health. However, their early detections remain hindered by a lack of genetic markers. Our study aims to find prospective biomarkers that could serve as prognostic indicators for efficient drug candidates for BRCA and PAAD treatment. Our study found that top 10 hub genes (CDK1, BUB1, CCNB1, TPX2, etc.) were highly overexpressed in these cancers. And among them CDK1was the most significant, showing strong correlation with cancer progression and poor survival. While CDK1, a key cell cycle regulatory gene\u27s role in cancer is well-known, we aimed to identify a phytochemical that interacts with it to regulate its dysregulation. Using bioinformatics tools, we analyzed gene expression data, highlightingCDK1as a key biomarker gene shared by both BRCA and PAAD. Our goal was to explore how a specific phytochemical could target CDK1, potentially offering a new treatment for these cancers
A Comparative Study on Viral Fitness Among Influenza Virus Strains Across Different Periods and Locations
Get PDFInfluenza viruses, in 1918, 1957, 1968, and 2009 causing pandemics of contagious respiratory illnesses, have taken away millions of lives worldwide [1][2]. Still, many influenza virus strains are circulating worldwide, infecting people in the USA and other countries [3]. Furthermore, influenza viruses are constantly changing, called antigenic drift [4]. These circulating influenza virus strains in humans present a potential threat to another pandemic, like the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. For this reason, We must revise our risk assessment and preparedness plans to mitigate the risk of another pandemic and should continue to put surveillance on influenza virus strains on different hosts [5]. For surveillance, Estimating the viral strengths or fitness of current circulating virus strains over one another is essential for future disease management and improving the preparedness plan to avoid the next pandemic. Different viral fitness measurement techniques can be adopted to understand the virus epidemiology [6]. In this comparative analysis method, the Pairwise Differential Population Growth Rate is calculated with influenza virus strain data of a specific period to estimate the relative pairwise viral fitness of the influenza virus strains. The study considered the different time frames to understand and compare the influenza virus\u27s viral fitness. This study will help in the predictive analysis of influenza data, improve risk assessment and preparedness plans, and compare the current virus trend with the trend during the pandemic. To measure the fitness of one viral strain over another, we have used a log-transformed growth ratio along with other fitness-measuring techniques to capture additional fitness insights. To perform this study, we have collected the virus sequence data country-wise and continent-wise in various time frames. GISAID provides the dataset for this study, a platform to provide genome sequence data of humans and animals [7]. We have used influenza genome sequence data from humans to conduct this study. This study considers only the sequence\u27s subtype, location, and collection date. After collecting the data, we separated the data according to location. The data are grouped to obtain weekly frequency data. Then pairwise viral fitness is obtained by calculating differential population growth rate using a log-transformed ratio among different subtypes. Our analysis reveals significant variations in pairwise viral fitness across different subtypes and regions. We observed that the relative pairwise fitness of influenza virus strains can change rapidly, indicating the need for ongoing surveillance and preparedness and protect public health