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#GetInked: An Anthropological Exploration of Tattooing and Social Media
Get PDFThis thesis aims to address two inquiries regarding contemporary tattooing. The first goal is to explore how social media has changed the practice of tattooing while the second goal is to examine how tattoos are used to express or explore the differing facets of a person’s identity. Identity theory, social identity theory, semiotics, and the concepts of stigma and deviancy form the theoretical framework which allows one to understand the ways in which tattoos can provide insights into the various aspects of someone’s identity as well as how social media can influence members of the tattoo community. An online survey, semi-structured interviews, and participant observation were utilized to investigate the research questions. When analyzing the collected data, it became clear that social media is an influential force and valuable tool for members of the tattoo community to use when they are making decisions about their next tattoo and when they seek to engage with tattoo culture and each other outside of tattoo shops and conventions. Additionally, the data displayed how even tattoos that were not designed with a specific purpose in mind are still important as they allow for the tattooed person to shape the way in which they perceive themselves and are perceived by others, which can improve their confidence and self-esteem. The information presented within this thesis is significant in that it fills two gaps that were identified within academic research on tattoos while also displaying how advances in technology have impacted those who engage with the tattoo industry, culture, and community
Thermal, Electrical, and Spin Transport: Encompassing Low-Damping Ferromagnets and Antiferromagnetic/Ferromagnetic Heterostructures
Get PDFContinuing technological advancements bring forth escalating challenges in global energy consumption and subsequent power dissipation, posing significant economic and environmental concerns. In response to these difficulties, the fields of thermoelectrics, spintronics, and spincaloritronics emerge as contemporary solutions, each presenting unique advantages. Thermoelectric devices, based on the Seebeck effect, other a passive, carbon-free energy generating solution from waste heat. Although current thermoelectric technology encounters hurdles in achieving optimal efficiencies without intricate designs or complex materials engineering, recently research into low-damping metallic ferromagnetic thin films have provided a new method to enhance spin wave lifetimes, thus contributing to thermoelectric voltage improvements. As advancements in spintronics and spincaloritronics progress, alternative methods for achieving energy efficiency, leveraging the electron spin degree of freedom, have been realized. Novel thermoelectric devices, capitalizing on the spin Seebeck effect, present simpler designs compared to conventional charge-based thermoelectric counterparts. Simultaneously, spintronic devices hold promise for faster data processing while promising more energy-efficient electronics by reducing the overall power consumption. Given these advancements, our understanding of the fundamental physics at the nanoscale becomes imperative to optimize these innovations as these technologies proliferate. In the absence of standardized methods for transport measurements in these fields, the evolution of measurement technique and device physics gains paramount importance for sustained progress. This dissertation primarily employs two devices: thermal isolation platform devices employed for measuring thermal conductivity, electrical resistivity, and thermopower of thin films, and the Hall bar design for exploring spin-related phenomena such as the spin Seebeck effect and spin Hall magnetoresistance. These devices pave the way for new explorations in the realms of thermoelectrics, spintronics, and spincaloritronics
Simultaneous Evaluation of Tibiofemoral and Patellofemoral Mechanics in Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Combined Experimental and Computational Approach
Get PDFContemporary total knee arthroplasty (TKA) has not fully restored natural patellofemoral (P-F) mechanics across the patient population. Previous experimental simulations have been limited in their ability to create dynamic, unconstrained, muscle-driven P-F articulation while simultaneously controlling tibiofemoral (T-F) contact mechanics. The purpose of this study was to develop a novel experimental simulation and validate a corresponding finite element model to evaluate T-F and P-F mechanics. A commercially available wear simulator was retrofitted with custom fixturing to evaluate whole-knee TKA mechanics with varying patella heights during a simulated deep knee bend. A corresponding dynamic finite element model was developed to validate kinematic and kinetic predictions against experimental measurements. Patella alta reduced P-F reaction forces in early and midflexion, corresponding with an increase in T-F forces that indicated an increase in extensor mechanism efficiency. Due to reduced wrapping of the extensor mechanism in deeper flexion for the alta condition, peak P-F forces in flexion increased from 101% to 135% of the applied quadriceps load for the baja and alta conditions, respectively. Strong agreement was observed between the experiment and model predictions with root-mean-square errors (RMSE) for P-F kinematics ranging from 0.8 deg to 3.3 deg and 0.7mm to 1.4 mm. RMSE for P-F forces ranged from 7.4N to 53.6 N. By simultaneously controlling dynamic, physiological loading of the T-F and P-F joint, this novel experimental simulation and validated model will be a valuable tool for investigation of future TKA designs and surgical techniques
The Legal Shift of the NCAA\u27s Big 5 Member Conferences to Independent Athletic Associations: Combining NFL and Conference Governance Principles to Maintain the Unique Product of College Athletics
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Culturally Responsive Leadership for Newcomer Students: A Case Study of an Elementary Newcomer Program School Leadership Team
Get PDFThis qualitative case study focuses on the pivotal role of an urban elementary school leadership team with a newcomer program. It aims to uncover how school leadership decisions, practices, and policies address the diverse needs of newcomer students. Challenges faced by newcomers, including economic and social needs, cultural adjustments, and potential feelings of alienation despite academic success, are explored. The tension between preserving home culture and adapting to a new one adds complexity to newcomer students’ identity formation.
This study examines the practices of a newcomer school leader who addresses the diverse needs of vulnerable newcomer students. With schools being the primary point of contact for many newcomers, these leaders are responsible for establishing support systems and providing learning materials, especially for students who missed schooling due to conflicts or displacement. It explores key themes in newcomer education essential for creating an inclusive learning environment. The findings focus on restructuring the newcomer program and implementing innovative strategies to enhance its effectiveness. Additionally, it highlights the impact of leadership on educational outcomes, emphasizing the importance of a diverse leadership team in shaping an engaging school climate within newcomer schools.
This study\u27s significance lies in its exploration of leadership\u27s critical role in school reform, particularly in empowering newcomer school leaders through effective professional development. It addresses unique challenges in teaching and learning, proposing tailored programs for educators in the newcomer education sector. This comprehensive exploration not only contributes valuable insights to the discourse on newcomer education but also offers actionable recommendations for educators, policymakers, and stakeholders committed to fostering an inclusive and empowering educational environment for all students. By implementing these recommendations, stakeholders can actively work towards addressing the unique challenges faced by newcomer students and promoting their academic success and well-being. Furthermore, the findings from this study serve as a foundation for further research and dialogue in the field of newcomer education, encouraging ongoing collaboration and innovation to better support the needs of this diverse student population
63rd Annual Rocky Mountain Conference on Magnetic Resonance
Get PDFFinal program, abstracts, and information about the 63rd annual meeting of the Rocky Mountain Conference on Magnetic Resonance, co-endorsed by the Colorado Section of the American Chemical Society and the Society for Applied Spectroscopy. Held in the Copper Conference Center, Copper Mountain, Colorado, August 4-8, 2024
Cannabis Exposure During Pregnancy and Neural Mechanisms of Parenting: Assessing Neural Responses to Infant Cues and Parenting Outcomes
Get PDFAs legalization of cannabis and cannabinoids spreads in the United States, access and use of cannabis during the prenatal period has increased. There is limited knowledge on the effects of prenatal cannabis use on the parental brain. One way to identify potential effects of cannabis on parenting is through studying parenting brain functions and behavior. Cannabis use disorder (CUD) has been shown to be associated with lower positive parenting and lower sensitivity to infants, but it is unclear by what mechanisms. The following two studies address this gap in knowledge by examining the association between cannabis use during the prenatal period and functional response to infant related stimuli. Study One examines the association between cannabis use during the prenatal period, functional response to infant cries, and explores behavioral interactions between gestation parent and child. This study found that cannabis use over the prenatal period was associated with increased neural response to infant cry sounds particularly within parenting neural networks for emotion regulation, theory of mind, and affective processing. Study Two examines the association between cannabis use during the prenatal period, functional response to infant picture, and explores behavioral interactions between gestation parent and child. This study found that cannabis use over the prenatal period was associated with increased neural response to other (unknown) infant pictures, particularly within parenting neural networks for reward and salience. These studies suggest that cannabis use during the prenatal period affects functional responses to infant important for parenting behavior