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Waterproofing: A Translation and Analysis of the Works of Mikhail Zoshchenko
No full textIn this work I give a cursory examination as to the metaphysical and existential strains underlying Zoshchenko\u27s works. I aim to look into the idea of newly created modes of being and the necessities of being in a newly formed context by examining the unique style and content of Zoshchenko\u27s work. Following this are a selection of nine translated short works by Mikhail Zoshchenk
STUDYING THE EFFECTS OF SCORE DIFFERENTIAL ON OFFENSIVE OUTPUT WHEN EVALUATING TEAM PERFORMANCE IN SOCCER
No full textSoccer match statistics can be deceptive due to their tendency to oversimplify complex game dynamics. This simplistic aggregation often obscures critical contextual nuances when assessing performance potentially resulting in misleading interpretations. During the 2022 FIFA World Cup, a notable instance occurred in the France- England Quarterfinal game. Although France won, a closer examination of the game statistics might suggest that England was the better team: 16 to 8 shot attempts, 8 to 5 shots on target, 5 corners to France’s 2, resulting in a 1-2 loss. However, France maintained the lead for over 50 minutes and adopted a defensive stance for much of that time, which allowed England to amass impressive statistics. Interestingly, whenever the game was tied, France actually outperformed England in shots and corners, demonstrating a deliberate strategy of ceding control to England whenever France was ahead on the scoreboard. This paper’s inquiry revolves around the impact of scoring a goal on the offensive productivity of both the scoring and conceding teams across the top five leagues. Specifically, we aim to investigate whether the team that concedes a goal is more inclined to take shots or generate other offensive events such as corners and free kicks to gain a more objective understanding of the game’s power dynamics. In pursuit of this, we are examining how the difference in scores influences offensive outputs while also factoring in the time spent leading to assess soccer team performance
SLEEP
No full textThis thesis delves into the realm of sleep issues and disorders, probing the intricacies of optimal sleep patterns and the factors influencing them. At the core of this inquiry lies the persistent question: “If sleep is paramount, why do some people struggle to attain it?” The research goal is to identify the biological and environmental elements that impede a person’s ability to obtain sufficient rest. I collected data about myself every day from January 4th to May 5th, from diary entries and a wristband that tracks physical activity and sleep metrics throughout the day and night. Using statistical analysis and visualization tools, I investigate correlations between sleep performance and various causal factors. These factors include categorical assessments such as daily stress level from diary entries and categorical and numerical measurements such as physical indicators of stress, heart and breathing rate, daily strain, calories burned, heart rate variability from a wristband. I present the data in an interactive website that allows anyone to explore factors that affect quality of sleep, and I discuss possible conclusions that can be drawn from the data. I draw additional data published papers on sleep and discuss the research. I give particular attention to the effects of sleep deprivation on cognitive decline. Functional MRI data comparing sleep-deprived subjects with those who enjoyed a full night’s rest distinctly illustrated the impact in different regions of the brain, particularly evident within the frontal lobe where crucial decision-making and analytical processes unfold
COLOR, POWER, AND MEANING
No full textThrough a comprehensive analysis of historical texts, artistic artifacts, and contemporary interpretations, this thesis examines the multifaceted role of color as a symbol of power, a carrier of meaning, and a reflection of cultural identity. It explores the philosophical basis of color in Chinese thought, primarily through the perspective of the Yin-Yang theory and its impact on understanding the historical evolution of color symbolism in Chinese culture; it also introduces the norms for the use of color in clothing in the history, seeking to reveal the complex relationship between color, power, and meaning in Chinese culture and highlighting its significant role in shaping and reflecting social hierarchy, cultural values , and personal identity
ROLE OF MCT1 IN THE PROGRESSION METABOLISM OF ORAL SQUAMOUS CELL CARCINOMA
No full textOral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) arises from the mucosal surface and is the most common type of head and neck cancer. Despite treatment, it often recurs, leading to high patient mortality. Most OSCC advances from precancerous dysplasia to early invasive cancer, but the process is not fully understood, hindering effective interventions. Monocarboxylate transporter 1 (MCT1) is a membrane protein that transports L-lactate and pyruvate across the plasma membrane. Because increased MCT1 expression is linked to OSCC progression, we hypothesized that MCT1 promotes progression by supporting metabolic coupling between cancer cells and the surrounding stroma. To test this hypothesis, we knocked out (KO) MCT1 using CRISPR/Cas9 in DOK (dysplastic) and TR146 (OSCC) cell lines. Knock-out of MCT1 was confirmed by qRT-PCR. Metabolic tests showed that DOK cells with MCT1 had higher mitochondrial activity compared to others that had moderate to low mitochondrial activity. In contrast, TR146 cells without MCT1 had higher glycolytic activity compared to other cell lines. Intriguingly, DOK cells shifted more quickly to glycolysis after mitochondrial inhibition compared to TR146 cells. But both DOK cell lines with and without MCT 1 expression switched to glycolysis. These data partially suggest MCT1 regulates the metabolism of oral dysplasia and OSCC, and changes in the metabolism of dysplasia are required for progression to OSCC
THE LEGEND OF ANNE BONNY: Making a Musical from Inception to Production
No full textThis thesis includes an academic overview of the process to research, write, and produce an original musical. The Legend of Anne Bonny was created through historical research of the Golden Age of Piracy and contemporary studies of modern-day musicals. The art, a 100-page script with book and lyrics, is comprised of two acts, fifteen scenes, and seventeen songs
AN INTERDISCIPLINARY APPROACH TO ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES: A PORTFOLIO OF WRITINGS
No full textThis thesis is a collection of papers that I have written in various classes at New College of Florida, revised and compiled in order to make a common point between them- that of climate change and its effects on the world. These six papers are split into three sections, focused on the risks of anthropogenic climate change, the difficulties in changing minds in relation to climate change, and environmental racism/injustice. The purpose of these revisions is as follows: to clean up the original papers (in terms of errors, poor length or new citations) and to expand them in order to place them more solidly in the topic of climate change while also using additional knowledge that I have gained since writing these papers to expand their contents. Through this, I will both show the work that I have done to extend my knowledge of environmental studies in my time here at New College, and highlight various difficulties that go into the topics of climate change and environmental studies
Io Bacce!: Ambiguity, Liminality, and the Potential for Self-Formation In Bacchus Explored by Carracci, Caravaggio, and Velázquez
No full textThe god Bacchus has been a popular figure in art since antiquity. In the wake of declining interest in the ancient world during the Late Renaissance, he was rendered a simplistic visualization of drunkenness rather than the multifaceted character he has the potential to be. In this thesis, I draw upon depictions of Bacchus by three Baroque artists: four works by Annibale Carracci, Caravaggio’s Young Sick Bacchus and the Uffizi Bacchus, as well as Velázquez’s Los Borrachos. These paintings display alternative and more complex approaches to the god. Bacchus possesses a level of ambiguity which lends itself to myriad creative interpretations. Thus, by using him as a subject, the artist is not bound to a more stylistically and iconographically rigid character. These works were done early in each artist’s career, suggesting a connection between Bacchus, the nature or source of creative inspiration, and the artist who is beginning to shape his professional identity. Considering this group of contemporary paintings together demonstrates that Carracci, Caravaggio, and Velázquez all sensed something deeper in Bacchus. They saw past his role as the god of drunkenness and into his ability to stir the inspiration and passion in both artists and their viewers. Their complex understanding of him allowed the artists to harness his ambiguity in order to convey artistic identity by inviting the viewer into a bacchic experience of their own making
An Evolution of Art
No full textThis thesis contains three pieces of work that I originally crafted for my courses over my four years at NCF that have been revised and edited to show my development as a student of color, worker, reade,r and writer. The purpose of this thesis is to showcase how dramatically a person\u27s understanding of their own identity can shift the way they consume and create media, and how this is reflected specifically in works of literature or creative writing. The first piece Overthinking is a hermit crab essay that was changed from a discussion of problems I faced as a first year college student and mimicked the form of a multiple choice exam; the revised piece Survival Guidelines mimics the form of emails to answer the questions I posed in the original and find solutions to the problems I was facing. The next writing piece is called Explication: Lake Isle of Innisfree that is an explication that underwent major revisions that showcase how I would read the poem now as someone who can create new meaning where it doesn\u27t exist and is titled An Immigrant’s Escape to Innisfree . The final work is called A Gift and is a poem I wrote in my third year in response to the administrative changes at NCF. The second part of this explains my intentions moving forward in performing this piece accompanied by a song and why I feel this is important
Crocodiles and Correspondence: Exploring Form in Qiu Miaojin\u27s Literary Works
No full textThe thesis explores the unique narrative structures in Qiu Miaojin\u27s literary works, focusing on Notes of a Crocodile and Last Words from Montmartre. It delves into the epistolary form used in Last Words from Montmartre, illustrating how this method effectively communicates the narrator’s deepest self-reflections and societal critiques. Additionally, the thesis analyzes Notes of a Crocodile, highlighting the use of the notebook format that allows the narrator to confront and navigate personal and societal challenges. The thesis argues that Qiu’s narrative techniques are instrumental in enhancing the thematic depth of her works, which address issues of identity, alienation, and societal norms. The discussion extends to the broader impact of these narrative choices, suggesting that they invite the reader into a more intimate and empathetic engagement with the text