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Karl Gutzlaff: The Life and Legacy of my 7th Great-Grandfather as the First Lutheran Missionary to China
Full text linkKarl Gutzlaff’s successes in the mission field of China are useful for missionaries to learn about due to how he transformed missional methodology by assimilating into Chinese culture and becoming fluent in Chinese, but so are his failures. His failures, like becoming involved with the illegal opium trade, help missionaries to avoid certain pitfalls they might face in the mission field and learn from Gutzlaff’s mistakes
From Necropsy to H&E: Optimizing Protocols for Zebrafish Histology
Full text linkZebrafish (Danio rerio) have been recognized as an exemplary organism for studying human health and disease due to their similarity in genetics and anatomy to humans. Histological samples of zebrafish are crucial for observing tissue structures related to developmental biology, pathology related to treatment effects, disease states, and tumor classifications. Zebrafish tissues share all the same morphological features as human tissues with the exception of the respiratory and integumentary systems. The utility of zebrafish as a vertebrate animal has produced a wide array of online databases and resources pertaining to zebrafish as an effective model for basic and translational research of human biology and disease. Current best practices and protocols for obtaining zebrafish histological samples were adopted and adapted for our zebrafish lab. Preparation of histology slides involves multiple steps, including euthanasia, necropsy, tissue fixation, dehydration, embedding, mounting, and staining. Optimizing protocols and establishing proper laboratory procedures for each of these steps, including the preparation of routine reagents required for tissue processing and staining were performed. Specialized laboratory equipment and apparatus also had to be obtained and brought into working order. The end products of these steps are microscope slides of zebrafish tissues sectioned for examination. These histology procedures will be used in the future to create complete sets of organ tissue slides for undergraduate coursework in Histology at Ouachita Baptist University. These procedures will also be used in future studies of developmental biology and sex determination in zebrafish-based undergraduate research
Buffaloes to Badgers: Creating a Digital Exhibit Documenting the Process of Arkadelphia Integration
No full textThis Class Was Made for You and Me: A Children’s Book
Full text link“This Class Was Made for You and Me!” is a children’s book inspired by Woody Guthrie’s 1943 folk song, “This Land is Your Land.” The book is a tribute to the gift of diversity within a classroom setting. Diversity is not limited to one area, but reflects: race, socioeconomic status, family structures, disabilites/abilities, interests, and so much more. Students possess the right to see themselves represented within literature. Whether seeing a character as a “mirror” of their personal life or a “window” into someone else’s situation- empathy is the skill we want readers to gain at the end of the day. This article tackles the research that explains why diverse read alouds are so crucial in an elementary classroom setting
Emigration to Immigration: How Muslim Immigration to Ireland Helps Signal Historical and Political Shifts
Full text linkIreland has long since been a nation characterized by their history of colonialism, emigration and political support of immigrants. Today, however, the tide seems to be shifting— and going unnoticed. In this paper, I hope to highlight the pitfalls of Irish exceptionalism and nationalism, how they contribute to and ignore the growth of far-right ideology within the Republic. Using the Muslim community in Ireland as a case study, I prove how the far-right movement is affecting Muslim in Ireland today
Beyond the Road: An Overlanding Documentary
Full text linkBeyond The Road is a journey into the heart of overlanding, where adventure meets environmental stewardship. Through personal narrative, scenic exploration, and expert insights, this documentary uncovers how the simple act of traveling off the grid can reconnect us to nature in meaningful ways. It’s not about the latest gear or conquering rugged landscapes; it\u27s about experiencing the land with respect, learning resilience, and understanding our role in preserving these wild spaces for future generations. Beyond The Road invites audiences to embrace simplicity, find joy in the essentials, and see the world with renewed responsibility
Analyzing the Leaching of Bisphenol-A From Feminine Hygiene Products using Fluorescence Spectrophotometry
No full textBisphenol-A (BPA) is a chemical compound commonly used to produce plastic and epoxy resins because it can add strength and rigidity to plastic. Recently, BPA has been detected in feminine hygiene products. Because of its structural resemblance to estradiol, BPA can act as an endocrine disruptor, which has been linked to several health complications, such as cancer development, reduced fertility, and early puberty. Fluorescence spectrophotometry was used to monitor BPA leaching over time into a 1:1 methanol/water solvent from pantyliners and menstrual pads. BPA is a fluorescent compound with excitation and emission wavelengths of 278 nm and 304 nm, respectively. Due to the small amount of BPA leaching from feminine hygiene products and the resulting complex sample matrix, the standard addition method was used to calculate the BPA concentrations obtained from samples. To compare the leaching patterns of menstrual pads, various brands of feminine hygiene products of different price points were analyzed using fluorescence spectrophotometry. It was determined that the generic brands of menstrual pads leached more BPA over time than luxury or name brands. To further analyze the leaching effects, a simulated vaginal fluid was utilized as the solvent to mimic the pH and proteins of the female vagina. The leaching from BPA from menstrual pads was analyzed over a six-hour time period in both the 1:1 methanol/water and simulated vaginal fluid. The amount of BPA leaching from every brand of product was detectable and showed a steady pattern of exposure throughout the 360 minutes