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Transient stress and childhood maltreatment: Unraveling their impact on working memory and emotion dysregulation
No full textChildhood maltreatment is associated with cognitive impairments and emotion dysregulation, with prior research documenting structural changes in stress modulation in affected individuals. This study examined the relationship between childhood maltreatment and working memory (WM), focusing on the roles of stress and emotion dysregulation. While childhood maltreatment has been linked to cognitive deficits, its specific impact on adult WM remains underexplored. It was hypothesized that childhood maltreatment would negatively affect WM. However, initial analyses found no significant relationship between childhood maltreatment and baseline WM. Post-hoc analyses revealed a positive relationship between childhood maltreatment and WM improvement over time, suggesting potential resilience or compensatory mechanisms. Consistent with prior research, childhood maltreatment was significantly associated with emotion dysregulation, reflecting disrupted development. Although it was hypothesized that emotion dysregulation would mediate the relationship between childhood maltreatment and WM, no evidence supported this. This indicated that WM improvement may occur independently of emotional difficulties. Stress exposure, tested as a moderator, was expected to exacerbate WM impairments but showed no effect despite a significant stress response. Attachment-related variables were also explored for potential moderating effects but yielded no significant findings. These results highlight the complex interplay among childhood maltreatment, emotion regulation, stress, and WM. They emphasize the importance of further research into resilience factors and compensatory mechanisms that may mitigate the cognitive effects of early adversity
Soundwaves of change: How paperboy prince redefined activism through art in Bushwich
No full textThis thesis examines how Paperboy Prince, a Bushwick-based artist and activist, employs multimedia art forms to challenge social norms and foster community change. Through analysis of their music, performances, and community initiatives, particularly at the Love Gallery, this research demonstrates how Prince combines artistic expression with grassroots activism to address gentrification, economic inequality, and social justice in Bushwick, Brooklyn.
The study employs theoretical frameworks including post-cinema theory, Afrofuturism, and digital performance theory to analyze Prince\u27s work. Key findings reveal how Prince\u27s artistic practice creates new modes of political discourse through: (1) the fusion of digital and physical activism, (2) the use of humor and satire in protest music, exemplified in works like Eric Adams Get Out of My Room, and (3) the transformation of commercial spaces into community resource centers, as seen in the Love Gallery\u27s mutual aid initiatives.
This research contributes to understanding how contemporary artists can effectively merge creative practice with social activism. Prince\u27s work demonstrates how multimedia art can serve as both cultural critique and catalyst for community empowerment, particularly in neighborhoods experiencing rapid demographic and economic change. The findings suggest that artist-activists can successfully challenge established power structures through strategic use of both traditional and digital media platforms while maintaining deep community engagement.
This research employs a mixed-methods approach combining participant observation, media analysis, and archival research conducted between January 2022 and December 2023. Primary data collection included attendance at twelve Paperboy Prince performances and events at the Love Gallery, analysis of their complete musical catalog (22 songs), and documentation of their visual art installations. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with Paperboy Prince, two community organizers, and five Bushwick residents who regularly participate in Love Gallery initiatives. Secondary sources included social media content, news coverage, and historical documents related to Bushwick\u27s artistic development. The methodology prioritized direct community engagement while maintaining scholarly rigor through systematic documentation and analysis. Special attention was paid to the intersection of digital and physical spaces in Prince\u27s work, documenting how their artistic practice translates across multiple platforms and contexts
Neurodivergent Students and Higher Education: Barriers, Challenges, and Supporting Measures
No full textWhen neurodivergent students attempt to go to colleges and universities, they often face barriers in accessing higher education and encounter challenges post-admission. This study explores what measures higher learning institutions can develop and implement to make postsecondary education more accessible and less challenging for neurodivergent students by answering the following questions: • What barriers do neurodivergent students face when planning to access higher education? • What challenges do neurodivergent students encounter in higher education after they are admitted? • What measures can be developed and implemented to help neurodivergent students access and succeed in higher education? To address these questions, content analyses were performed on data collected from three sources: information for neurodivergent students on the websites of 20 higher learning institutions randomly chosen from the ranked list published by the U.S. News and World Report, 150 articles from three major journals published between 2015 and 2024 on neurodivergent students and higher education, and materials put out by an advocacy organization for neurodivergent students. This study demonstrates that significant barriers continue to restrict access for neurodivergent students in higher education, particularly in administrative processes, legal and policy frameworks, and resource availability. While challenges are widely recognized, institutional measures remain reactive, inconsistent, and overly reliant on one-size-fits-all accommodations. The analysis confirms that barriers, challenges, and measures are interconnected, yet most institutional responses target challenges after enrollment rather than proactively removing barriers to access. To address these shortcomings, this research recommends: refining and clarifying institutional language to support individualized approaches, leveraging libraries as hubs for inclusion, improving pre-enrollment transparency and accessibility messaging, and strengthening transition planning in collaboration with high schools. These actions are essential for higher education institutions to move beyond reactive compliance toward proactive, systemic inclusion that addresses both academic and social needs and fulfills the promise of equitable access for all learners
Facial Muscles of Speech: A Sculpture and Tribute
No full textIt is sometimes said sculpting something once is like drawing it a thousand times. Incidentally, there are ample thousand-page resources to study human anatomy and physiology. Even with these two-dimensional resources, coupled with traditional instruction, experiential learning through sculpture could serve as a great supplement to understanding anatomy and physiology. Specifically, to further understanding of the anatomy of expression and mastication, this poster explores how creating a bust to depict facial muscles deepens understanding. Two-dimensional resources from previous coursework, as well as the expertise of Dr. Robert Domingo of Communication Sciences and Disorders, were utilized. The goal of this project is to provide students with an additional reference when studying facial muscle attachment and insertion, and therefore, function. This poster serves to document the process behind tactile experiences enhancing both knowledge fundamental to speech-language pathology students, but also encouraging interdisciplinary learning methods
Support Effects on Fe-Cu-Zn Trimetallic Catalysts for Efficient CO₂ Hydrogenation to Light Olefins
No full textINTRODUCTION: The increasing use of industrial machinery, vehicles, and factories has led to a significant rise in greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to air pollution and global warming. One promising strategy to mitigate these environmental challenges is catalytic CO₂ conversion, which enables the transformation of CO₂ emissions into valuable chemicals.
METHOD: This study builds upon previous research optimizing the best molar ratio of Fe/Cu /Zn for CO₂ hydrogenation, where a 1:1:1 ratio demonstrated favorable light olefin yields. The novelty of this work lies in the use of a mixture of novel Fe²⁺ and Zn²⁺ organometallic complexes with copper acetate as precursors, eliminating the conventional calcination step prior to catalyst testing. To further enhance catalytic efficiency, the Fe/Cu/Zn (1:1:1) mixture was combined with various support materials, including CeO₂, Al₂O₃, SiO₂, TiO₂, ZrO₂, and ZSM-5. The synthesized catalysts underwent solvent evaporation, were dried at 65°C overnight, and subjected to mild thermal treatment, during which highly magnetic Fe₃O₄ was synthesized in situ to enhance catalytic performance. The resulting materials were compressed, meshed into 40 –60 mesh pellets, and packed into quartz tubes for evaluation. CO₂ hydrogenation was performed in a flow-b ed reactor under controlled temperature and CO₂/H₂ flow conditions, with product analysis conducted via online gas chromatography (GC) to assess catalyst activity and selectivity.
CONCLUSION: This work provides valuable insights into the synergistic effects of Fe, Cu, and Zn in catalytic CO₂ conversion, highlighting the role of Fe₃O₄ formation and support interactions in enhancing catalytic efficiency. The findings contribute to the advancement of sustainable CO₂ utilization technologies, offering a potential pathway for reducing greenhouse gas emissions while producing value-added chemicals essential for industrial applications
Beyond Traditional Tracking: Unlocking the Potential of AIDriven Digital Pills
No full textINTRODUCTION: Digital therapeutics are transforming healthcare by introducing innovative solutions that enhance patient adherence and improve treatment efficacy. Traditional adherence monitoring methods— such as refill tracking, pill counts, and self-reporting—have notable limitations, including inaccuracy, patient recall bias, and lack of real-time monitoring. To address these challenges, the FDA-approved digital pill Abilify MyCite integrates ingestible sensors that track and report adherence in real time, providing a more objective and data-driven solution. When combined with artificial intelligence (AI), digital pills have the potential to revolutionize medication adherence monitoring by offering continuous patient feedback, predicting nonadherence trends, and enabling proactive intervention strategies. This study aims to explore how integrating AI and digital pills enhances adherence monitoring, improves patient outcomes, and paves the way for a more personalized, data-driven future in pharmaceutical care.
METHOD: A comprehensive literature review was conducted across PubMed, FDA databases, Elsevier, and JAMA using key search terms, including medication intake monitoring, medication adherence, digital pills, Abilify MyCite, AI medication adherence, and ingestible sensors. Studies focusing on traditional adherence monitoring techniques—such as prescription refill tracking, self-reporting, and mobile-health applications— were compared with emerging AI-powered digital pill technologies. The selected studies were reviewed to assess efficacy, real-world application, and potential impact on improving adherence and outcomes.
CONCLUSION: Integrating digital pills, such as Abilify MyCite, with AI-driven technologies represents a paradigm shift in healthcare delivery by providing real-time, data-driven solutions for medication adherence and treatment optimization. AI enables early detection of non-adherence, supports personalized patient interventions, and allows adaptive treatment planning based on real-world patient data. By leveraging machine learning algorithms and predictive analytics, clinicians can develop tailored, patient-centered care strategies that enhance treatment efficacy and long-term health outcomes. This collaboration between AI and digital therapeutics is set to redefine precision medicine, revolutionize pharmaceutical care, and shape the future of healthcare delivery
Evaluation of Changes in Gut Microbiota and its Effects on Insulin Sensitivity and Blood Glucose
No full textINTRODUCTION: Insulin sensitivity and impaired blood glucose control are known precursors to type 2 diabetes mellitus. Recently, the alterations in gut microbiota have been studied more extensively and have been shown to have an active role in regulating metabolism. The intestine is responsible for relaying both peripheral and central signals to the body that regulate blood insulin levels, such as branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs), affecting blood glucose levels as well. Changes in gut microbiome may contribute to the current state of metabolic disorders.
METHOD: A systematic review was conducted in Medline/Pubmed for studies evaluating gut microbiome as drug metabolizer in human population. A total of 2073 studies in English were assessed. The exploration of mechanisms in which alterations in gut microbiota have affected insulin sensitivity were focused on in ten studies included for qualitative review.
CONCLUSION: The exploration in this association offers alternative therapies in patients who have uncontrolled blood glucose or type 2 diabetes. Analyzing the effects of gut microbiota may help health care providers understand and personalize therapy in these individuals
Kardashian Effect: The SKIMS x NBA Partnership and the Future of Sports Sponsorship
No full textINTRODUCTION: The SKIMS x NBA partnership, announced in October 2023, marks a significant shift in sports sponsorship, as SKIMS—a shapewear and lifestyle brand founded by Kim Kardashian—became the official underwear partner of the NBA, WNBA, and USA Basketball. Traditionally, sports sponsorships have been dominated by performance-driven brands like Nike and Adidas. This study examines how the SKIMS partnership disrupts conventional sports marketing norms and evaluates the benefits and risks of aligning with a brand led by a high-profile, sometimes controversial, celebrity. Additionally, it explores the broader implications for the future of sports sponsorships.
METHOD: This research employs a mixed-methods approach, combining case study analysis, social media sentiment analysis, and expert interviews. Case studies of past unconventional sponsorships provide context for how lifestyle brands are entering the sports space. Social media sentiment analysis assesses public perception and consumer reactions to the partnership, while interviews with sports marketing professionals offer insights into the long-term impact of such collaborations. Financial data and sales trends will also be examined to evaluate the commercial success of the deal.
RESULTS: Findings suggest that the SKIMS x NBA partnership reflects an evolving sports marketing landscape where lifestyle, fashion, and celebrity influence play increasingly central roles. While the partnership has generated significant media attention and broadened the NBA’s appeal to diverse demographics, it also raises questions about brand alignment, authenticity, and the potential for backlash due to Kardashian’s polarizing public persona.
CONCLUSION: Ultimately, this study contributes to the growing discourse on the intersection of sports, culture, and business, providing insights into whether such partnerships represent a sustainable evolution in sponsorship or a fleeting marketing experiment
Catalytic Hydrogenation of CO2 to Value-Added Light Olefins Using Fe-Mn Bimetallic Catalyst
No full textINTRODUCTION: Mitigating CO₂ emissions remains a critical environmental challenge, exacerbated by global dependence on greenhouse gas-emitting processes for energy and industrial production. Catalytic hydrogenation of CO₂ to value-added compounds, such as light olefins (C₂–C₄=), offers a promising solution. These short-chain unsaturated hydrocarbons serve as essential industrial precursors for polymers, plastics, and other high-demand hydrocarbon-based materials.
METHOD: In this study, novel iron-manganese (Fe-Mn) bimetallic catalysts were synthesized by combining an iron organometallic complex with Mn(NO₃)₂ at molar ratios of 1:1, 3:1, 5:1, 10:1, 20:1, 30:1, and 50:1, followed by controlled thermal treatment to yield highly magnetic Fe-Mn catalysts. The resulting catalysts were then compressed to a uniform mesh size and evaluated for CO₂ hydrogenation in a flow bed reactor under controlled temperature conditions. Reaction products were analyzed using an online gas chromatograph (GC).
CONCLUSION: The Fe:Mn catalyst with a 30:1 molar ratio demonstrated the highest yield of light olefins. These findings provide valuable insights for optimizing catalyst composition to enhance CO₂ hydrogenation efficiency and sustainable light olefin production
FINDING MY OWN STORY: A HAITIAN AMERICIAN’S JOURNEY THROUGH EDUCATION, IDENTITY, AND BLACK FEMINIST RELATIONS
No full textThis dissertation narrates the journey of a first-generation Haitian American unorthodox educator toward earning a doctoral degree. Using an autoethnographic approach, this study illuminates how education systems are constructed to require well-informed navigation and the impacts of those kinds of systems on individuals and families. Through storytelling, metaphors, and Black feminism as valid ways of knowing, this research explores key moments in my educational journey—from elementary and middle school to high school and, ultimately, navigating the doctoral process. This work addresses the following research questions: (a) How can autoethnography be used to navigate the process of completing a doctoral dissertation? (b) What insights about educational systems can be gained by reflecting on my own educational journey? (c) What impact has writing an autoethnography had on me as a human being? Throughout this study, I discovered that when I felt most alone, I was supported by othermothers who guided and encouraged me toward the finish line. Their influence and the roles they played in my life inspired me to become an othermother to the youth I serve today. This dissertation is written for students who have been silenced or who believed their stories were not worthy of being told. Keywords: autoethnography, Black feminism, metaphor, storytellin