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The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Risk Factors for Fatal Intimate Partner Violence and Domestic Violence Services Provided
Get PDFThe current study assessed the COVID-19 pandemic-related changes in risk factors for fatal intimate partner violence (IPV) among female victims. It additionally analyzed IPV services received before and during the pandemic. Data came from a system that most domestic violence (DV) agencies in Connecticut utilize to record their contacts with their clients, including an initial screening through a police-social service intervention. Results indicated that unemployment of the partner was significantly higher in the during-COVID group. Additionally, the delivery of criminal justice services was significantly higher in the pre-COVID group whereas delivery of law enforcement services was significantly higher in the during-COVID group. The results of this study can provide directions to DV agencies in their responses to women in violent relationships during societal upheaval that impacts an entire nation. The results can aid agencies in recognizing the fatal nature of IPV during natural disasters. The law enforcement and criminal justice agencies should use the results of this study to make adjustments to their IPV responses during times of societal upheaval in order to respond quickly and more effectively to high risk victims
The Effect of Epstein Barr Virus on Myocarditis
Get PDFViral myocarditis is an inflammatory state of the heart muscle that is often a result of a viral infection. As of now, current research has linked Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), COVID-19, influenza, coxsackievirus B3 and rhinovirus to causing viral myocarditis. This proposed work examines EBV and its linkage to viral myocarditis. Due to its lytic and latent activation periods, EBV has the potential to infect cardiomyocytes and persist within different regions of the heart wall. In this experiment, the presence of EBV was tested in 72 total heart tissue samples, 36 from non-cardiomyopathy deaths and the other 36 from cardiomyopathy-related deaths. Results showed presence of EBV in both the control and the experimental samples. However, a comparative analysis revealed a greater presence of EBV in cardiomyopathy-related samples as compared to non-cardiomyopathy samples. Further analysis on a larger scale can draw conclusive results as to the connection between EBV persistence and heart disease
An Interdisciplinary Analysis of Dehumanization during the Holocaust
Get PDFThe body of literature surrounding the Holocaust and dehumanization is extensive. Multiple theories have been proffered to try and explain the Holocaust’s causation, each with varying degrees of acceptance from the Jewish and global communities. Meanwhile dehumanization has been studied however often through the lens of a singular field. Despite the abundance of research on the Holocaust, the subject of perpetrators has had limited exploration as of yet. The present analysis seeks to examine the mechanics of dehumanization and how these mechanics could explain the behaviors behind the perpetration of the Holocaust and by extension, other genocides. This analysis will pull from multiple fields of thought and inquiry in order to develop a holistic perspective on perpetrators. Two pivotal conclusions emerge from this analysis. First that dehumanization as a behavior is fluid in nature, therefore it is present in multiple contexts and cannot be limited. Supplementing this is that there is no definitive perpetrator archetype given the large range of potential motivating factors for perpetration
Thermal Batteries and Their Applications in Renewable Energy
No full textToday there is a larger focus than ever on the environment and renewable energy. It is important to reduce emissions and move into more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly options. Right now, there are technological limitations that come with renewable energy sources that must be overcome in order for them to be a reliable main source of energy. Research is constantly being done to overcome these restrictions and new technologies are being developed. One such way is through thermal batteries.
This project aimed to look at types of thermal batteries and the current uses and research that was being done on them. Thermal batteries have a significant potential to work in systems to make them more energy-efficient and productive. A focus was on their impact on renewable energy and energy efficiency, specifically how they would fit into this sector and if they would be a feasible option. Another main topic was the potential to use thermal batteries in electric vehicles (EV) to provide heating and cooling. Simulations were run for a prototype thermal battery used to cool the cabin of an electric vehicle. A comparison was made between different phase change materials to determine the ideal material for the system and the effect that changing this material had on the battery\u27s effectiveness. The results showed that the organic PCM-OM05P would provide the best charging and discharging performance for this battery. The concept of thermal storage is not new; however, different applications of thermal batteries are currently being innovated and can have large impacts in the future
Extent of Memory Loss Associated with Dementia
No full textThe overall purpose of this study is to examine the perspectives of clinicians on the extent of memory loss associated with dementia in geriatric patients. The number of individuals experiencing symptoms and memory loss associated with this condition represents a large portion of the population. Data was collected through six clinician interviews, specifically from speech-language pathologists and physical therapists who work in long term care facilities and specialize in rehabilitative services in order to gain their professional opinion regarding the impacts of memory loss and cognitive abilities in dementia patients. This qualitative study then compared data from the interviews to past research and data surrounding normal versus abnormal brain structure, an overall review of the cognitive impacts of dementia, and diagnostic methods used to support developing common treatment plans. This study used a correlational and descriptive approach to identify commonalities of perceptions amongst clinicians regarding the extent of memory loss on these individuals and the impact of treatment
Exploring the Role of Police in Restorative Approaches for Adolescents Experiencing Dating Violence
No full textAdolescents are in a critical developmental stage and at risk for a number of social issues, including dating violence. Restorative justice approaches emphasize offender accountability and support victims of violence but require adolescents to involve criminal justice systems and police. Black and Latinx youth may be reluctant to seek help from police officers for dating violence due to previous negative encounters. Lack of ample police training regarding domestic violence and skills to communicate with youth results in low levels of police legitimacy within the community. Using a qualitative approach, this study aims to explore the role of police in restorative approaches to dating violence using key informant interviews. Thematic analysis of qualitative data from seven interviews was guided by grounded theory. Emerging themes from this study highlighted the need to foster police and community relationships and support marginalized ethnic youth in formal systems. Informants also noted the administrative lack of financial and moral support for restorative justice community programs, and a need to improve police response to dating violence through training. Implementation of restorative justice practices can lead to marginalized ethnic communities developing more trust and confidence in police to seek help
Opportunism vs. Excellence in Academia: Quality Accreditation of Collegiate Business Schools
Get PDFThis study extends the literature on the (in)effectiveness of quality accreditation by examining how standards adopted by an accrediting or research agency, such as the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB), can be manipulated by academic units, such as collegiate schools of business. We present a hierarchical differential game between a collegiate business school and its accrediting agency to advance the hypothesis that strategic or opportunistic behavior occurs where heterogeneity in academic achievement exists, as represented by an uneven distribution of academic achievement resulting either from the presence of both unproductive and highly productive faculty or periods of high academic productivity followed by other periods of low academic productivity. Statistical explorations utilizing data from senior management faculty affiliated with both the highest-ranking and lowest-ranking colleges and universities in the U.S. are suggestive of the presence of incentives facing some U.S. business schools to behave strategically or opportunistically in terms of quality accreditation
The Role of Multiple Large Shareholders in Dividend Payouts: Evidence from India
Get PDFThis study examines the impact of multiple large shareholders (MLS) on a firm’s dividend payouts in a low-investor protection regime, India, where minority shareholders’ expropriation concerns are severe and firms have an incentive to build a capital market reputation. Therefore, we purport for the prevalence of the substitution hypothesis, whereby MLS cooperate in paying larger dividends to assuage expropriation concerns for reputation-building. The empirical analysis using non-financial firms with MLS listed on NIFTY 500 from 2009 to 2019 yields that both the controlling owner and MLS positively influence dividend payout intensity. Additional analyses also demonstrate that the positive effect of MLS is prominent in growing firms that undertake equity issuances and firms with lower board independence. We also find that firms make relatively lower payouts when an institutional investor is the second largest shareholder. Further, it is shown that MLS engage in greater dividend smoothing. Lastly, it is observed that dividends are more valuable for firms with higher MLS ownership. Altogether, these findings support the substitution hypothesis
Effects of Product and Product Company Information on Generation Zs’ Purchasing Preferences
Get PDFThe generational cohort now commonly referred to as Generation Z numbers approximately 65 million in the United States. They share a number of traits with their millennial predecessors, such as the aspiration to purchase from, and work for socially conscious companies. They are also the first generation to grow up with instantaneous access to information via digital mobile technology and rely on digital platforms and social media for information. To better understand how this emerging consumer category processes product information and product company information regarding social behaviors, an experimental design and two methods of analysis (Choice-Based Conjoint and Latent Class Cluster) are employed. Results indicate that Gen Z consumers’ purchase preferences may be highly influenced by consumer product companies’ purported social and economic behavior, but other attributes remain highly relevant. Further, three distinctive need-based sub-segments combining certain product attributes and company social behavior, of the Gen Z cohort may exist
