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A catalog of diversity of the lichen genus Cladonia within Carter Caves State Resort Park, Carter County, Kentucky
Full text linkLichens are a symbiotic organism consisting of two components: a mycobiont (fungus) and a photobiont (algae and/or cyanobacteria). These organisms play a significant role within the environment such as food resources, in practical uses such as dyes or medicine, and as environmental indicators. Current understandings of the lichens in Kentucky remain broad and incomplete. The purpose of this study is to catalog the diversity of the lichen genus Cladonia within Carter Caves State Resort Park (CCSRP), a park known for its high biological diversity. Cladonia has the highest macrolichen species richness in Kentucky. This genus of fruticose lichens can grow on various substrates including soil, wood, bark, or rock. Given these conditions, it would be expected that there would be a large number of species within Cladonia present in CCSRP. Currently, 19 species have been documented out of the 78 Cladonia species recognized in Kentucky. The most common Cladonia species for the park include C. coniocraea, C. furcata, C. peziziformis, and C. ochrochlora; less common species are C. verticillata, C. caespiticia, and C. parasitica. Species that may be present, but have not yet been documented, include C. apodocarpa, C. pleurota, and C. macilenta. Future collecting efforts will focus on sandstone-dominated habitats near Smoky Valley Lake, the abandoned golf course, and Horn Hollow.https://scholarworks.moreheadstate.edu/celebration_posters_2025/1039/thumbnail.jp
The Importance of Handling and Preserving a Museum Collection
Full text linkAt the Kentucky Folk Art Center (KFAC), we consistently assisted visitors providing information about the permanent collection and rotating exhibitions, and assisted with: incoming exhibitions (floorplans, installation, paperwork such as loan agreements & condition reports, and packing work); receptions and events; selecting & curating pieces from the collection database for rotating permanent collection exhibitions; paperwork to loan out permanent collection pieces to other museums/organizations; researching pieces donated to the collection; cataloguing the collection; and managing the gift shop. KFAC is an important historical and inspirational asset to not just Morehead. Many guests who stop by travel on I-64, visiting from all over the United States. The artwork we exhibit represents our region’s past and present culture through our passionate folk artists. For this reason, it is crucial to properly present and preserve our historical collection.https://scholarworks.moreheadstate.edu/celebration_posters_2025/1036/thumbnail.jp
Healing Through Nature: The Impact of Light and Trees as Non- Pharmacological Interventions in Hospital Patient Care
Full text linkWhile in the clinical setting I observed that medications can only go so far (effectiveness, time between doses, and effects of the drugs), and the need for a nonpharmacological approach to improve patient outcomes. While researching the benefits of changing the patients’ environment with lighting, and trees I realized that this would also reduce nurse burnout. • Using the QSEN principles of evidence based practices and quality improvement to guide my approach, I researched natural light, light therapy, and trees to improve patient outcomes and the effects on nurses. • Studies show that natural light, light therapy, and exposure to trees can have benefits for both patient and nurse: improves sleep and cognitive function, reduces anxiety and depression, enhances recovery rates, boosts vitamin D production, lowers blood pressure, and boosts the immune system.https://scholarworks.moreheadstate.edu/celebration_posters_2025/1058/thumbnail.jp
Nurse-patient Ratios and the Effects On Patient Outcomes, Mortality, and Costs.
Full text linkHealthcare in the United States is constantly changing and adapting to the current health of the country. There are many considerations that play into providing quality, safe, and effective care. At the forefront of what is needed is nursing staff, that has seen a steep decline in recent years. One of the problems I see as a large influence on nursing is the ratio of patient\u27s nurses are responsible for during their shifts. This research project is aimed at finding the relation between nurse-patient ratios and the outcomes on patients/hospitals. The study is focused on identifying improvement in patient-centered care, safety, quality improvement, teamwork and collaboration, informatics, and use of evidenced-based practice. This study included research from five different articles and studies conducted related to nurse-patient ratios. These studies were assessed in a literature review and the information gathered is being used to assess the positive and negative implications of having lower ratios in comparison to higher ratios. With the study, we seek to improve the healthcare system and promote patient-centered care.https://scholarworks.moreheadstate.edu/celebration_posters_2025/1048/thumbnail.jp
2025-04-04 Message from the President
Full text linkA message sent by the Office of the President to the campus community on April 4, 2025, regarding upcoming events on campus, staff and faculty recognition, personnel updates, and building construction and repairs
Effect of Nordic Hamstring Exercise on Knee Flexor Torque in Female Athletes: A Pilot Study
Full text linkPREVALENCE Female athletes experience Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injuries 5-6x more often than male counterparts.
PREDISPOSITIONAL FACTORS The Q-angle refers to the pull vector exerted by the quadriceps muscle on the patella which results in greater valgus load on the knee ligaments.2,3,4,5,6 Females also possess lower levels of testosterone which yield decreased ligamentous strain tolerances.
MUSCULAR IMBALANCES Sufficient hamstring contraction during the landing phase decreases ACL strain by \u3e70%, thereby limiting anterior tibial translation (ATT) force exerted by the quadriceps. As stated by Hewett et al., females present an absence of increased hamstring/quadricep torque ratio compared to males, resulting in inevitable ATT and external valgus torque.33 Refer to image below.
NORDIC HAMSTRING EXERCISE (NHE) The NHE (Fig 2) has been found to enhance maximal eccentric knee flexor torque. A study by Opar et al. revealed that athletes performing NHEs experienced a 6.3% reduction in hamstring injury risk and ended their season with a 17% higher non-injured rate. A 2022 study conducted by Nishida et al. concluded that NH strength did not correlate to knee flexor torque, but the limitations of this study included inclusivity to males and knee flexor torque values being assessed in prone.https://scholarworks.moreheadstate.edu/celebration_posters_2025/1064/thumbnail.jp
Adverse Childhood Experiences and Emotional Well-being and Addiction
Full text linkAdverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) include abuse, neglect, and family dysfunction, such as domestic violence, parental addiction, and mental health issues (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2023). ▪ Most adults (60%) have experienced at least one ACE per lifetime in the United States. ▪ Rates in Kentucky are high with 64% of the population having a history of multiple ACEs (Kentucky Department for Public Health, 2016). ▪ Research links ACEs to increased risks of mental health issues (e.g., depression, anxiety) and substance use disorders in adulthood (Kobrinsky & Siedlecki, 2023; Lu et al., 2007; He et al., 2022).https://scholarworks.moreheadstate.edu/celebration_posters_2025/1062/thumbnail.jp
Textile Artwork
Full text linkThe objective was for Ratcliff to research past and contemporary textile artists and techniques; create works of their own design; experiment with textile techniques; combine fabric with other art materials; and disseminate their creative productions for exhibition and publication.https://scholarworks.moreheadstate.edu/celebration_posters_2025/1061/thumbnail.jp
Environmental and Social Determinants of Gastrointestinal Cancer in Eastern Kentucky
Full text linkThis study aims to answer the research question: What health behaviors and other factors affect diet and contribute to disproportionately high rates of gastrointestinal cancer in Appalachian Eastern Kentucky? Gastrointestinal cancers and nutrition are closely linked, and certain eating habits increase the risk of these diseases. These patterns are even more complicated in Appalachia, where environmental and social challenges shape how people eat and live. This work explores addresses food deserts, educational disparities, economic hardship, and healthcare accesshttps://scholarworks.moreheadstate.edu/celebration_posters_2025/1074/thumbnail.jp
2025 Inscape
Full text linkThe 2025 edition of the Inscape: Literary and Art Magazine.https://scholarworks.moreheadstate.edu/inscape_magazine_archive/1086/thumbnail.jp