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Full text linkA poem about what it is like to have a friend come during the middle of a mental breakdown and give you a hug
Pipe Conveyor System for Cylindrical Steel Pipe
Full text linkThe Peddinghaus Pipe Conveyor Senior Engineering Design Team was given the task of equipping an existing conveyor system with the ability to convey cylindrical steel pipe down the system while keeping the pipe in line with the datum and passline planes and restricting axial rotation. A metal prototype was constructed out of 0.25” mild steel that can store safely underneath the existing conveyor when not in use and extend when needed to constrain the pipes. Three pneumatic cylinders to actuate the main arm of the prototype were equipped with a polyurethane-coated roller to hold the pipe against both the conveyor and the datum rollers. Using the existing conveyor system, the prototype successfully keeps the pipe in line with the passline and datum plane. A fourth pneumatic cylinder is used to extend and retract the two parallel rollers, which keep the pipe in line with the datum plane
Colonialism and Collective Trauma: The Development and Deterioration of Macondo
Full text linkThrough his works Leaf Storm and One Hundred Years of Solitude, Gabriel García Márquez explores the development and deterioration of the fictional town of Macondo to illuminate how colonialism infiltrated Latin America, causing detrimental damage to the integrity of its community. Márquez accomplishes this by illustrating the industrialization of Macondo, which embodies colonialism’s detrimental influence. These effects are undeniably ongoing, as seen through the domination of neo-colonialism in Macondo. In both texts, this neo-colonialism is primarily depicted through the arrival of the American banana industry in Macondo. In this, Márquez mirrors Latin American history by alluding to the Boston-based United Fruit Company which exploited Colombia’s natural resources and ultimately led to the Banana Massacre of 1928.
In the post-colonial context of these texts, trauma is portrayed as collective and ongoing rather than individual and momentary. Márquez illustrates this collective trauma in these texts by depicting how Macondo as a whole is harmed by colonialism and industrialization. Furthermore, The characters’ solitude in these texts — interpreted as a rejection of the cultural value of community — reveals the lasting damage colonialism inflicts on one’s relationship with one’s community. Through both Leaf Storm and One Hundred Years of Solitude, Márquez depicts the deterioration of Macondo to reveal the ongoing impact of colonialism and neo-colonialism on communal identity
An Evaluation of Environmental, Social, and Governance Standards on Fund Performance: Comparison of ESG funds in the United States and the European Union
Full text linkThe growing importance of environmental, social and governance (ESG) policies in global industries has attracted special attention from investors seeking to evaluate companies beyond traditional financial metrics. Given the evolving social climate, investors are seeking ways to utilize their money not only for financial success but for societal change. ESG offers the opportunity to retain money in the market while being responsible concerning the environmental and societal impact companies are having on the communities in which they operate. Being a responsible investor can go beyond making strong returns. This study aims to determine if there is a statistically significant difference in the returns of ESG funds between the United States and the European Union. ESG factors encompass environmental, social and governance standards, with each region exhibiting unique regulatory approaches and implementation levels. The project recognizes the current lack of universal standards in ESG assessment and the prevalence of issues of misinformation, greenwashing, and transparency in reported data. By comparing randomly selected mutual or exchange traded ESG index funds in the US and EU, the study aims to contribute to the understanding of the impact of regional regulatory variations on fund performance. Given the changing nature of ESG and its growing investment, this research provides insights into responsible and informed investment decision-making.
The global importance of this study lies in the conflicting stages of adoption and implementation of ESG initiatives in the US and EU. Though the EU has moved forward with comprehensive rules, the US is in the early stages of establishing unified regulations. The research emphasizes the need for standardized measurements and the potential risks associated with substantial investments in ESG funds. This project underscores the importance of examining ESG data from companies of all sizes and industries to understand the environments in which ESG is most effective. As ESG is developing rapidly, this research contributes to the current discourse on its credibility, implications, and suitability for different companies and environments. Ultimately, the study addresses clients’ responsibility in shaping the financial and environmental future, emphasizing the need for comprehensive analysis to discern the true impact of ESG funds on social and financial aspects
Survey of the Performance of 5 nm GoldNanoparticles Within an ssDNA-StabilizedBiosensor for the Detection of Hg2+
Full text linkThe formation of a fluorescent biosensor complex consisting of 5 nm diameter gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) and single-stranded DNA (ssDNA) was conducted using a low-cost, efficient binding method. The analytical potential for the complex to detect mercuric ions (Hg2+) in an aqueous solution was assessed through the collection of UV-vis and fluorescence spectrometry data for the AuNP-ssDNA complex. The researcher aimed to investigate this potential in case the nanoparticles formed utilizing this method were too small to result in detectable fluorescence. To eliminate this possibility, the complex synthesized from this specific method was qualitatively evaluated to determine if it consistently and reproducibly provides results that would be clearly indicative of the presence of Hg2+. It was discovered that samples of the mercury- bound complex did not yield a consistent quenching for the fluorescence peak observed, as the peak height possessed a high standard deviation for the relatively small mean intensity. In addition, the methods for confirming the formation of the complex itself were not successful in showing a clear result
A Comparative Study of Butterfly and Bumblebee Communities at the ONU Prairie and Perry Farm
Full text linkThe decline in many pollinator communities has been a topic of great concern for many years. The primary causes of these declines are habitat loss from urbanization and agriculture, pesticide usage, and climate change. Surveys of pollinator populations are important because they can help determine the health of the pollinator communities. No systematic surveys have assessed the pollinator populations at Olivet Nazarene University’s Prairie or at the LaGesse Prairie at Perry Farm Park in Bourbonnais Township, IL. Thus, little is known about the abundance or the species richness of bumble bees or butterflies in these areas. To address this lack of knowledge we utilized timed transect surveys at 4 locations throughout LaGesse Prairie and 2 locations at the ONU Prairie. Surveys were conducted in mid to late summer (June-September) to see the changes in abundance and richness throughout the season along with their utilization of various plant species. Despite being smaller in size, ONU Prairie had 2.85 times greater species abundance and 1.5 times greater richness of bumble bees than LaGesse Prairie. LaGesse Prairie and ONU Prairie had similar species richness and abundance of butterflies. A total of 41 floral species were observed on transects at both locations and 14 shared between sites, with LaGesse Prairie having slightly more (29) than ONU Prairie (25). Out of all 41 flowers, only 16 were utilized by bumble bees, with wild bergamot being the most utilized. Extending the research throughout the entire summer would be beneficial for future studies, particularly to capture the full butterfly assemblage. Overall, our findings provide the first assessment of pollinator communities at these sites and provides a baseline for future inquiries of butterfly and bumble bee communities
Can Exam Anxiety Be Reduced Through Targeting Nursing Students’ Learning Styles? Part 2
No full textThe purpose of the Can Exam Anxiety Be Reduced Through Targeting Nursing Students’ Learning Styles? is to find constructive interventions to reduce anxiety for nursing students during high-stakes exams. We continue to see increased levels of perceived anxiety while analyzing student performance on exams. We also have witnessed physical manifestations of anxiety among our students prior to exams, during exams, and after exams and while talking with students during remediation sessions. We also note low levels of confidence before and after exams through student communication with their professors. Part 2 will discuss the implementation and results of this project