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Comparative Study of Drone Simulation Frameworks: ArduPilot with Gazebo vs. AirSim with PX4
Full text linkThe increasing adoption of drones across industries such as logistics, agriculture, disaster response, and surveillance necessitates robust simulation environments for testing autonomous flight capabilities. Simulation frameworks provide a safe and cost-effective way to develop and test drone behaviors before real-world deployment
Mommy, When Can I have My Cookies?
Full text linkCurrent regret literature suggests a psychological difference in how people cognitively evaluate their own role in suboptimal outcomes regarding (in)actions taken. Initial studies report a robust action effect (Kahneman, 1982); however, subsequent studies have challenged these findings and suggest that the inactions elicit greater regret (Beike, Markman & Karadogan, 2009; Gilovich & Medvec, 1995). The concept of delayed gratification can provide a valuable lens through which we can understand these seemingly conflicting results. A classic study by Walter Mischel (1989) examined children’s ability to wait for a larger reward (e.g., two marshmallows) rather than settling for an immediate reward (e.g., one marshmallow). The findings suggested that the ability to delay gratification often predicts better outcomes later in life associated with better emotional regulation and easily be implemented with adult populations. With that in mind, in decision making context, this puts the person in a dilemma of making a choice between short-term impulses vs missed opportunities. We expect that people who prioritize immediate gratification may experience regret stemming from failed actions when the short-term rewards do not justify the long-term consequences. Likewise, those who delay gratification to avoid short-term discomfort may later regret missing out on potential long-term benefits, especially when the regret of missed opportunities outweighs the discomfort of taking an action.
The study offers real-life implications such as financial planning, time management and as well as self-regulation strategies. It can help people to find a balance between immediate rewards and long-term outcomes, improving overall well-being and reducing feelings of regret
Breaking the Expected: Rethinking the Impact of Bird Losses on Egg Prices
Full text linkThis study investigates the impact of avian influenza outbreaks, feed prices, and egg inventory levels on egg price fluctuations in the U.S. market. Using an Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) regression model, this analysis examines historical price trends from 2015 to 2023, incorporating key economic indicators to determine the primary cause of the volatility of egg prices. The findings suggest that feed prices and avian flu outbreaks are significant contributors to price increases, while higher egg inventories help stabilize prices. The study highlights the complex interplay of production costs, supply shocks, and market dynamics in shaping egg prices, contributing to a deeper understanding of food price volatility and the resilience of agricultural markets
Skyscraper Jails: The Abolitionist Fight Against Jail Expansion in New York City
No full textIn Skyscraper Jails, scholars and organizers Jarrod Shanahan and Zhandarka Kurti detail how progressive forces in New York City appropriated the rhetoric of social movements and social justice to promise “downsized” and “humane jails. The principal advocates of these new jails were not right-wing politicians, but prominent city activists and progressive non-profit organizations. As the political coalition that campaigned for the new jails fans out across the United States, the story at the heart of Skyscraper Jails is at once a case study and a cautionary tale for what will be coming to cities and towns across the United States and beyond.https://opus.govst.edu/fac/1230/thumbnail.jp
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programming for African American Students at Predominantly White Institutions
No full textThis qualitative study explores the impact of student support programs on the success of African American students in higher education. While existing research emphasizes the need for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programming and highlights longstanding disparities affecting African Americans in education, limited attention has been given to the influence of student support programs and the role of belonging in terms of academic success. Furthermore, the lived experience and narratives of African American students remain underrepresented in the literature.
This study examined the perspective of nine graduates from a student support program at a predominantly White institution (PWI) in the Midwest. Through semi-structured interviews, three key themes emerged: (a) student support programs fostered inclusiveness and a sense of belonging; (b) campus organizations helped build community and inclusion; and (c) participants reported lack of belonging in interactions with community authority figures. These findings suggest that student support programs play a critical role in promoting DEI and cultivating a sense of belonging, both of which contribute significantly to the academic success of African American students at PWIs
