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Title: Assessment of the Long-Term Durability of Recycled Aggregate Concrete.
Creator: Martins, Caique, Sobhan, Khaled
Abstract/Description: This study tests the long-term durability that can be developed in concrete batches made with recycled aggregate concrete. Durability is a broad term used to define the resistance of a material to weathering effects, but in this scenario, durability will be defined as a drop in the compressive strength of the concrete. To test this, thermal sensing was used to determine the maturity of the concrete, or in other words how far along the curing process the concrete is. This was then plotted...
Show moreThis study tests the long-term durability that can be developed in concrete batches made with recycled aggregate concrete. Durability is a broad term used to define the resistance of a material to weathering effects, but in this scenario, durability will be defined as a drop in the compressive strength of the concrete. To test this, thermal sensing was used to determine the maturity of the concrete, or in other words how far along the curing process the concrete is. This was then plotted against the corresponding concrete compressive strength to create a relationship that can be exploited to project the later age strength of the concrete. This data is paramount in determining the viability of recycled concrete aggregate because it is a sustainable alternative to other coarse aggregate material, an essential part to making concrete, but its’ properties are largely unknown since they can be highly variable.
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Date Issued: 2018
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAU_SR00000044
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Advertising Research and Strategy: The Role of Creative Thinking Techniques Using Lifestyle Relevance.
Creator: Milios, Stasia, Vega, Eliezer, Baker, Heather, Mobley, Naim, Smith, Allen
Abstract/Description: As Vans’ market increases, marketers depend on advertising to reinforce competitive advantage. Our research-in-progress demonstrates the methods we used to research. The information gathered from our focus group suggests that durability and comfort are the main factors when making a purchase. Competitors like Converse and Nike use their market share to persuade their buyers to pay a premium price while Vans focus on durability and the lifestyle the shoes brings to the consumers. Our secondary...
Show moreAs Vans’ market increases, marketers depend on advertising to reinforce competitive advantage. Our research-in-progress demonstrates the methods we used to research. The information gathered from our focus group suggests that durability and comfort are the main factors when making a purchase. Competitors like Converse and Nike use their market share to persuade their buyers to pay a premium price while Vans focus on durability and the lifestyle the shoes brings to the consumers. Our secondary research revealed that millennials are considered the least conservative generation, which implies the rash nature of our target market. With the large growth rate of millennials, their preference pool is strongly influenced by the new wave. In regards to rebranding, vans began using “off the wall” to distance themselves from primarily skating to athleisure wear. Vans are mostly worn in cities with warmer climates to maximize comfort and a feeling of relaxation throughout the day.
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Date Issued: 2018
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAU_SR00000045
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Volitional Swimming Kinematics of the Black Tip Shark (Carcharhinus limbatus).
Creator: Nelski, Madison, Ruddy, B. T., Porter, Marianne
Abstract/Description: Quantifying swimming kinematics of fishes often occurs in a lab setting using flumes, water treadmills, to examine movement. These methods rely on researchers to pick the animals swimming speed. We have been focusing on volitional kinematics in the lab where we quantify swimming as determined by the fish. However, our volitional swimming experiments are still limited to the space available in a lab setting. In this study, we examine swimming kinematics of black tip sharks (Carcharhinus...
Show moreQuantifying swimming kinematics of fishes often occurs in a lab setting using flumes, water treadmills, to examine movement. These methods rely on researchers to pick the animals swimming speed. We have been focusing on volitional kinematics in the lab where we quantify swimming as determined by the fish. However, our volitional swimming experiments are still limited to the space available in a lab setting. In this study, we examine swimming kinematics of black tip sharks (Carcharhinus limbatus) during their annual winter aggregations in South Florida. Using an aerial drone, video of sharks can be obtained through noninvasive methods in the wild, and examined frame-by-frame using the Loggerpro software. We track points along the shark’s midline to examine body curvature, tailbeat frequency, tailbeat amplitude, and whole-body swimming velocity. These data represent the first time we have been able to quantify kinematics in a free-swimming shark in the wild.
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Date Issued: 2018
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAU_SR00000046
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Food Offerings at Faith-based Activities for Children/Youth.
Creator: Parra Jaimes, Andrea, Gropper, Sareen, Opalinski, Andra
Abstract/Description: Obesity/overweight affects one-third of U.S. children. While the causes are multifactorial, increased consumption of away-from-home (versus at-home) meals has been shown to contribute to higher calorie and fat intakes. This study’s objective was to examine food/beverage provisions at faith-based children/youth events. Direct observation methodology was used for data collection from 10 churches (two to five observations/church) in Southeast FL. Food/beverages served on 31 occasions (26 meals,...
Show moreObesity/overweight affects one-third of U.S. children. While the causes are multifactorial, increased consumption of away-from-home (versus at-home) meals has been shown to contribute to higher calorie and fat intakes. This study’s objective was to examine food/beverage provisions at faith-based children/youth events. Direct observation methodology was used for data collection from 10 churches (two to five observations/church) in Southeast FL. Food/beverages served on 31 occasions (26 meals, 5 non-meals) were documented/analyzed for nutrient content (Food Processor software). Main dishes were mostly pizza and pasta-based casseroles (45%) with white bread/rolls (side dish) (27%). Vegetables (non-potato) were served twice, and fruits five times but seldom eaten. Provided beverages were primarily sugar-sweetened (87%). Desserts/snack-foods were served at 55% of events. Foods were generally high in fat and/or sugar and contributed little to needed fruit / vegetable servings. These findings provide nutritional evidence to initiate dialogues within faith-communities about healthier food provisions at children/youth-related activities.
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Date Issued: 2018
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAU_SR00000047
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: First Arctic Under-ice Ocean Walking Laboratory (FAU OWL).
Creator: Prescod, Hanifah, Su, Tsung-Chow
Abstract/Description: This study is to design an autonomous underwater robotic laboratory for different missions within the Arctic environment. Missions involve locating natural resources such as oil deposits, determining if the area is a feasible location for deployment of sea and air systems for many operations, and to obtain water and mineral samples to study and monitor the changing Arctic environment. Thus far, we demonstrated the feasibility of an autonomous walking robot that can be used to explore the...
Show moreThis study is to design an autonomous underwater robotic laboratory for different missions within the Arctic environment. Missions involve locating natural resources such as oil deposits, determining if the area is a feasible location for deployment of sea and air systems for many operations, and to obtain water and mineral samples to study and monitor the changing Arctic environment. Thus far, we demonstrated the feasibility of an autonomous walking robot that can be used to explore the Arctic by walking under a sheet of ice. A key component of this is that by controlling the robot’s buoyancy the robot will be capable of walking upside down under a wooden plank. We water proofed a commercially available model robot and carried out the experiment in the Hydrodynamics Laboratory. The preliminary investigation contributes to an internal proposal submitted to I-Sense Internal Fund Program.
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Date Issued: 2018
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAU_SR00000048
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: GC-MS Investigation of Fecal Sterols as Indicators of Pollution.
Creator: Price, Christopher, Louda, J. William
Abstract/Description: The goal of this experiment is to perfect the method of trimethylsilyl derivatization of fecal steroids Coprostan-3-one and Coprostanol using pyridine & N,O-bis-(trimethylsilyl)-trifluoroacetamide (BSTFA) containing 1% of Trimethylchlorosilane (TMCS). The extraction method for sediments involves Soxhlet extraction followed by saponification. The extraction of water samples will be done by XAD-2 resin or SPE with C18 cartridges and extracted with MeCl2. The primary instrument of this...
Show moreThe goal of this experiment is to perfect the method of trimethylsilyl derivatization of fecal steroids Coprostan-3-one and Coprostanol using pyridine & N,O-bis-(trimethylsilyl)-trifluoroacetamide (BSTFA) containing 1% of Trimethylchlorosilane (TMCS). The extraction method for sediments involves Soxhlet extraction followed by saponification. The extraction of water samples will be done by XAD-2 resin or SPE with C18 cartridges and extracted with MeCl2. The primary instrument of this experiment was a Gas Chromatography- Mass spectroscopy (GC-MS). In addition, a Perkin-Elmer Autosystem GC coupled to a Perkin-Elmer TurboMass Gold mass spectrometer was used, with Helium as the carrier gas. Lastly, this experiment required a computer with Turbomass software version 5.4.2. to analyze samples after derivatization. The results of the GC-MS analysis showed that the methods of derivatization were correct.
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Date Issued: 2018
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAU_SR00000049
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Development and Optimization of AlphaScreen Assay for Discovery of Galectin-1/-3 Inhibitors.
Creator: Rivero, Yaima, Fitzgerald, Forrest, Cudic, Mare
Abstract/Description: Galectin-1 is a beta-galactoside-binding protein implicated in regulating apoptosis, cell proliferation and cell differentiation. The objective of our research was to develop and optimize an assay format for the discovery of new inhibitors of galectin-1 using AlphaScreen technology in a competitive binding configuration. Our efforts were hampered by the weak binding affinities of galectin-1 for its binding ligands (μM range). Consequently, the AlphaScreen assay could not have been developed...
Show moreGalectin-1 is a beta-galactoside-binding protein implicated in regulating apoptosis, cell proliferation and cell differentiation. The objective of our research was to develop and optimize an assay format for the discovery of new inhibitors of galectin-1 using AlphaScreen technology in a competitive binding configuration. Our efforts were hampered by the weak binding affinities of galectin-1 for its binding ligands (μM range). Consequently, the AlphaScreen assay could not have been developed at the level that would satisfy the guidelines from the National Chemical Genomics Center. Nevertheless, we have optimized the AlphaScreen assay for galectin-3, another member of galectin family, and screened an FDA approved oncology drug library (n = 101) from the NIH. We identified three possible inhibitors of galectin-3. These compounds showed a positive activity in dose response experiments: bleomycin (IC50 = 25.7 nM), cisplatin (IC50 = 127 nM), and mitoxantrone HCl (IC50 = 662 nM).
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Date Issued: 2018
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAU_SR00000050
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Diagnosis of Citrus Greening Disease by qPCR Analysis.
Creator: Rocha, Fernando, Zhang, Xing-Hai
Abstract/Description: Citrus greening, also known as Huanglongbing disease, is a phloem restrictive disease that affects orange as well as other citrus trees. The disease is caused by the gram negative bacteria Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus. The bacteria is transmitted by the Asian psyllid, Diaphorina citri. The bacteria causes the tree to produce small and bitter oranges, the roots shrink and the leaves molt. There is currently no cure for this disease. The best way to manage citrus greening is by removing...
Show moreCitrus greening, also known as Huanglongbing disease, is a phloem restrictive disease that affects orange as well as other citrus trees. The disease is caused by the gram negative bacteria Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus. The bacteria is transmitted by the Asian psyllid, Diaphorina citri. The bacteria causes the tree to produce small and bitter oranges, the roots shrink and the leaves molt. There is currently no cure for this disease. The best way to manage citrus greening is by removing infected trees, implementing healthy planting material and controlling the psyllid population. Quantitative real time PCR (qPCR) was used to verify whether or not a given orange tree had citrus greening disease. DNA was extracted from leaves from eight trees. A qPCR analysis was performed using a primer with the bacteria DNA. Three trees were successfully diagnosed with citrus greening using this method.
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Date Issued: 2018
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAU_SR00000051
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Home Range and Social Interactions of a South Florida Gopherus Polyphemus Population.
Creator: Rodriguez, Andrea, Huffman, Jessica, Frazier, Evelyn
Abstract/Description: Gopherus polyphemus is a threatened reptile native to the southeastern USA. Previous research suggests the South Florida (SF) climate may allow tortoises to reproduce year-round. Our goal was to evaluate the social interactions and home range of the Florida Atlantic University Preserve (FAUP) tortoise population, with an emphasis on reproductive behavior since minimal information is available. In this study, 12 FAUP tortoises had radio-transmitters attached and game cameras placed at their...
Show moreGopherus polyphemus is a threatened reptile native to the southeastern USA. Previous research suggests the South Florida (SF) climate may allow tortoises to reproduce year-round. Our goal was to evaluate the social interactions and home range of the Florida Atlantic University Preserve (FAUP) tortoise population, with an emphasis on reproductive behavior since minimal information is available. In this study, 12 FAUP tortoises had radio-transmitters attached and game cameras placed at their burrows. We hypothesized, 1) Gopher tortoise home ranges would differ between males and females, and between vegetation types and 2) Intraspecific gopher tortoise interaction frequencies would differ between vegetation types. Movement data has been mapped for 10 tortoises to reveal home ranges differ between sex and vegetation type. Camera data illustrates mounting as the most frequent interaction in the scrub vegetation. This research can be used to improve conservation efforts for the FAUP population.
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Date Issued: 2018
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAU_SR00000052
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Promoting Understanding Through Shared Human Connection in Photographs.
Creator: Schayes, Emily, Opalinski, Andra
Abstract/Description: Despite the nursing code of ethics, nurses may stigmatize persons experiencing homelessness, and this can impact the quality of care given. Visual art has the potential to create dialogue and promote social change. However, there is little existing research on how art impacts those observing it. The purpose of this descriptive pilot study was to explore nurses’ perceptions surrounding homelessness by exposing participants to an artistic representation depicting homelessness and shared human...
Show moreDespite the nursing code of ethics, nurses may stigmatize persons experiencing homelessness, and this can impact the quality of care given. Visual art has the potential to create dialogue and promote social change. However, there is little existing research on how art impacts those observing it. The purpose of this descriptive pilot study was to explore nurses’ perceptions surrounding homelessness by exposing participants to an artistic representation depicting homelessness and shared human connection. A deductive, qualitative approach was used to examine positive and negative word use in writings completed by graduate nursing students before and after viewing a photographic exhibit. Findings revealed little change in negative word use and an increase in positive word use. These findings suggest that visual art may have the potential to increase empathy and humanization toward the people depicted.
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Date Issued: 2018
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAU_SR00000053
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Society's Influence on Rape Culture.
Creator: Tran, Annalisa, Carreño-Lukasik, Gina
Abstract/Description: In today's society, the investigations of the causes and patterns of rape incidents tend to focus on the actions or qualities of the individual victim or perpetrator. This literature review will analyze how society as a whole plays a role in positively or negatively influencing rape culture. Currently, society's stereotypes and attitudes about rape negatively influence rape culture by promoting rape myths that put blame on the victim or excuse perpetrators for their actions. The media also...
Show moreIn today's society, the investigations of the causes and patterns of rape incidents tend to focus on the actions or qualities of the individual victim or perpetrator. This literature review will analyze how society as a whole plays a role in positively or negatively influencing rape culture. Currently, society's stereotypes and attitudes about rape negatively influence rape culture by promoting rape myths that put blame on the victim or excuse perpetrators for their actions. The media also plays a significant role by promoting the romanticization of rape in pornography or the implicitly encouraging the action of rape in mainstream songs, books, etc. However, society has also influenced rape culture positively by creating social movements that raise awareness about rape and the solutions to combat it.
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Date Issued: 2018
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAU_SR00000054
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Quantification and Analysis of Cancer-Cell Derived Exosomes.
Creator: Urdaneta, Alexandra, Iragavarapu-Charyulu, Vijaya, Keating, Patricia
Abstract/Description: Over 90% of cancer-related deaths are due to metastasis. Tumor-cell derived extracellular vesicles or exosomes are thought to contribute to metastasis. However, there is no standardized method to isolate exosomes. We hypothesize that polymer-based kits, in particular ExoQuick-TC (EQTC), may be better for isolating exosomes when compared to ultracentrifugation. In this study, we used three different methods to isolate exosomes from 4T1 murine mammary tumor cells. Samples isolated through...
Show moreOver 90% of cancer-related deaths are due to metastasis. Tumor-cell derived extracellular vesicles or exosomes are thought to contribute to metastasis. However, there is no standardized method to isolate exosomes. We hypothesize that polymer-based kits, in particular ExoQuick-TC (EQTC), may be better for isolating exosomes when compared to ultracentrifugation. In this study, we used three different methods to isolate exosomes from 4T1 murine mammary tumor cells. Samples isolated through ultracentrifugation (UC), EQTC, and Total Exosome Isolation Reagent (TEIR) were analyzed to assess quantity and quality of exosomes by nanoparticle tracking analysis (NTA) and flow cytometry (FC). Using NTA, we found that each method yielded samples with varying average concentration and particle size. FC analysis revealed UC to be the most effective method in yielding a high number of verified exosomes. Standardizing the isolation method and assessment will help in determining the role of exosomes in cancer metastasis.
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Date Issued: 2018
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAU_SR00000055
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Dimension Perception.
Creator: Vegara, Sebastian, Pitters, Ian, White, Tristan, Knipp, Tammy
Abstract/Description: Three-dimensional computer-generated imagery (CGI) has been the animation industry standard for about two decades. There has been increased research in non-photorealistic rendering (NPR) techniques by industry leaders such as Walt Disney Animation Studios. NPR is computer-generated imagery that is augmented to replicate a distinct art style that deviates from what you would expect to see in a 3D rendering. In this study, subjects are tasked to determine whether a series of animated clips are...
Show moreThree-dimensional computer-generated imagery (CGI) has been the animation industry standard for about two decades. There has been increased research in non-photorealistic rendering (NPR) techniques by industry leaders such as Walt Disney Animation Studios. NPR is computer-generated imagery that is augmented to replicate a distinct art style that deviates from what you would expect to see in a 3D rendering. In this study, subjects are tasked to determine whether a series of animated clips are two-dimensional or three-dimensional. Student participants are pooled into two groups, based on visual art majors and non-visual art majors. Using eye-tracking software, the data will observe if an individual uses visual cues to draw distinctions between two-dimensional and three-dimensional forms, along with how their viewing patterns change for each particular animation as the line between 2D and 3D gets blurred.
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Date Issued: 2018
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAU_SR00000056
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Quality vs Quantity.
Creator: Ziegler, Kyle, Auguste, Derream, Escaleras, Monica
Abstract/Description: As the demand for food increases, food makers must increase production; however, there comes a point when one must consider what is sacrificed for such an increase in mass production of food. Food is now evolving, preferences are varying from natural tastes to unnatural alterations due to chemical additives. We felt more research is needed to understand what motivates consumers to purchase varying types of foods. To understand consumers’ views on food preferences, we developed an online...
Show moreAs the demand for food increases, food makers must increase production; however, there comes a point when one must consider what is sacrificed for such an increase in mass production of food. Food is now evolving, preferences are varying from natural tastes to unnatural alterations due to chemical additives. We felt more research is needed to understand what motivates consumers to purchase varying types of foods. To understand consumers’ views on food preferences, we developed an online survey with fifteen questions and collected responses from 498 people. Our findings show a statistically significant difference between people of different gender, age, and regions regarding motivations to purchase food and food labeling. With this knowledge, we may better understand what people of different demographics feel regarding the current state of food wellness, and why they might prefer certain actions over others due to their diverse backgrounds.
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Date Issued: 2018
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAU_SR00000057
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Effects of Distraction on Memory for Events.
Creator: James Adaryukov, Nicole McRostie, Anna Riso, Julie Earles, Alan Kersten
Date Issued: 2017
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAU_SR00000000
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Testing Links Between Cognition and Stress Responsiveness in a Songbird.
Creator: Jenny Applebaum, Rindy Anderson
Date Issued: 2017
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAU_SR00000001
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Advertising Research, Persuasion Theory, & Competitive Strategy: The Role of Brand Association Using Life-Style Relevance.
Creator: Maria Barni, Marcio Do Nascimento, Monique Casanova, Viviana Moreno, Allen Smith
Date Issued: 2017
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAU_SR00000002
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: The Effects of Methionine Sulfoxide Reductase (Msr) Deficiency During Anoxia in Drosophila melanogaster.
Creator: Victoria Beck, David Binninger
Date Issued: 2017
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAU_SR00000003
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Mapping Historical Structures Using UAV Technology.
Creator: Jason Blankenship, Paulo Fernandes, Hongbo Su
Date Issued: 2017
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAU_SR00000004
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Determining Potential Enzymes Involved in the Cleavage of L1-type CAM in Vivo.
Creator: Brittany Henry, Julie Freund, Jana Boerner, Priyanka Kakad, Tanja Godenschwege
Date Issued: 2017
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAU_SR00000005
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

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