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- Formation of Water Rings Around a Rotating Centroid in Oil.
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- Ferouz, Amir, Gill, Richard, Nasi, Norbert, Pipitone, Anthony, Su, Tsung-Chow, College of Engineering and Computer Science
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In a tank filled with water at the bottom and oil floating on top, a straight rod reaching into the oil is set to rotate. The rotating rod is brought just above the oil/water boundary and is set to rotate at a speed greater than 200 revolutions per minute. It became evident that the rod’s rotation caused the oil/water interface to curve upward around the center of rotation, reaching up to the bottom of the rotating rod. Visible rings of water formed around the rod, starting at the bottom (at...
Show moreIn a tank filled with water at the bottom and oil floating on top, a straight rod reaching into the oil is set to rotate. The rotating rod is brought just above the oil/water boundary and is set to rotate at a speed greater than 200 revolutions per minute. It became evident that the rod’s rotation caused the oil/water interface to curve upward around the center of rotation, reaching up to the bottom of the rotating rod. Visible rings of water formed around the rod, starting at the bottom (at the oil/water interface) and ascending the rod, one by one. The water rings remained separate and ascended the rod until they eventually dispersed into the oil. Such quantization of water into rings has never been reported on before and represents a novel area of investigation in fluid dynamics. This study aims at obtaining quality photographic evidence to explain this phenomenon.
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- 2015
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005186
- Subject Headings
- College students --Research --United States.
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- Document (PDF)
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- Are Americans Financially Literate?.
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- Fetzer, William, Armatrading, Jennifer, Escaleras, Monica, Levy, Eric, Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
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Financial literacy is the backbone of the American financial system. As cash begins to be used less, credit is playing a larger role in our day to day activities such as purchasing a home, car, or online shopping. This change can create trouble for those who do not have knowledge about their credit and finances. To understand the financial education of Americans, we developed an online survey about financial literacy and collected responses from over 200 people. Our findings show that there...
Show moreFinancial literacy is the backbone of the American financial system. As cash begins to be used less, credit is playing a larger role in our day to day activities such as purchasing a home, car, or online shopping. This change can create trouble for those who do not have knowledge about their credit and finances. To understand the financial education of Americans, we developed an online survey about financial literacy and collected responses from over 200 people. Our findings show that there is a statistically significant difference of financial literacy based on factors such as income level and age group.
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- 2017
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005620
- Subject Headings
- College students --Research --United States.
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- Document (PDF)
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- The Impact of Obesity on Plasma Calprotectin in Response to Acute Aerobic Exercise.
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- Fico, Brandon G., Slusher, Aaron L., Whitehurst, Michael, Maharaj, Arun, Huang, Chun-Jung, College of Education
- Abstract/Description
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The secular issue of obesity has been linked to increased inflammatory mediators, such as calprotectin (S100A8/A9). This study examined the effect of acute aerobic exercise on plasma calprotectin response in obese and normal-weight subjects and its relationship with inflammatory cytokine (IL-6). All subjects (11 obese and 10 normal-weight) performed 30 minutes of treadmill exercise at 75% maximal oxygen consumption (VO2max). Blood samples were collected prior to, immediately following...
Show moreThe secular issue of obesity has been linked to increased inflammatory mediators, such as calprotectin (S100A8/A9). This study examined the effect of acute aerobic exercise on plasma calprotectin response in obese and normal-weight subjects and its relationship with inflammatory cytokine (IL-6). All subjects (11 obese and 10 normal-weight) performed 30 minutes of treadmill exercise at 75% maximal oxygen consumption (VO2max). Blood samples were collected prior to, immediately following exercise, and one hour after exercise. Our results showed higher baseline levels of calprotectin in obese subjects than normal-weight subjects. While acute aerobic exercise increased an elevation in calprotectin and IL-6, no difference was found between two groups. Furthermore, a positive relationship was observed between calprotectin area-under-the curve “with respect to increase” (AUCi) and IL-6 AUCi, even after controlling for cardiorespiratory fitness (VO2max). Our results support previous finding that IL-6 may potentially regulate calprotectin expression in skeletal muscle during exercise.
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- 2015
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005187
- Subject Headings
- College students --Research --United States.
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- Document (PDF)
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- FAU 2016 3MT® Three Minute Thesis Championship - Rachel Finley.
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- Finley, Rachel, Graduate College
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The 3MT® competition celebrates the exciting research conducted by graduate students. Developed by The University of Queensland (UQ), the exercise cultivates students’ academic, presentation, and research communication skills. The competition supports their capacity to effectively explain their research in three minutes, in language appropriate to a non-specialist audience. The first 3MT® competition was held at the University of Queensland in 2008 with 160 students competing. In 2009 and...
Show moreThe 3MT® competition celebrates the exciting research conducted by graduate students. Developed by The University of Queensland (UQ), the exercise cultivates students’ academic, presentation, and research communication skills. The competition supports their capacity to effectively explain their research in three minutes, in language appropriate to a non-specialist audience. The first 3MT® competition was held at the University of Queensland in 2008 with 160 students competing. In 2009 and 2010 the 3MT® competition was promoted to other Australian and New Zealand universities and enthusiasm for the concept grew. Since 2011, the popularity of the competition has increased and 3MT® competitions are now held in over 170 universities across more than 18 countries worldwide.
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- 2016
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005385
- Subject Headings
- College students --Research --United States.
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- Video file
- Title
- Synthesis of Podophyllotoxin Derivatives.
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- Flint, Madison, Roche, Stéphane P.
- Abstract/Description
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Podophyllotoxin is a natural aryltetralin lignan compound isolated from plants within the genus Podophyllum. Podophyllotoxin has been under extensive biochemical investigation since the discovery of its biological activity as a strong microtubule destabilizing mitotic agent. Although these antineoplastic compounds have shown significant activity as cancerous cell growth inhibitors, they lack selectivity and are thus extremely toxic to healthy cells. This has led to a recent interest in the...
Show morePodophyllotoxin is a natural aryltetralin lignan compound isolated from plants within the genus Podophyllum. Podophyllotoxin has been under extensive biochemical investigation since the discovery of its biological activity as a strong microtubule destabilizing mitotic agent. Although these antineoplastic compounds have shown significant activity as cancerous cell growth inhibitors, they lack selectivity and are thus extremely toxic to healthy cells. This has led to a recent interest in the synthesis of Podophyllotoxin analogues in hopes of optimizing the biological selectivity and potency of these semi-synthetic derivatives. The objective of my research in the Roche group is to generate a library of these derivatives for subsequent biological assays to determine their potential as chemotherapeutic agents. In total I have synthesized 22 Podophyllotoxin analogues. Of these 22 derivatives, 14 have been biologically evaluated and 4 were observed to possess promising anti-cancer activity and are currently undergoing further evaluation.
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- 2014
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA0005014
- Subject Headings
- College students --Research --United States.
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- Document (PDF)
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- Water Cone Improvement Project.
- Creator
- Foley, Michael, Zitani, Matthew, Scheigner, Kyle, Ortega, Abel, Fisken, Gordon, Su, Tsung-Chow, College of Engineering and Computer Science
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Abstract Object of research is to improve a solar desalination device known as the Water Cone that creates potable water using solar energy. The water cone is a polymeric cone that sits overtop a dish of saline water. The water is evaporated by the sun and condenses back onto the surface of the cone creating fresh water. In an attempt to improve the cone’s water production, two different hydrophobic coatings are applied to the inside of two cones, which allow water droplets to flow at a much...
Show moreAbstract Object of research is to improve a solar desalination device known as the Water Cone that creates potable water using solar energy. The water cone is a polymeric cone that sits overtop a dish of saline water. The water is evaporated by the sun and condenses back onto the surface of the cone creating fresh water. In an attempt to improve the cone’s water production, two different hydrophobic coatings are applied to the inside of two cones, which allow water droplets to flow at a much faster rate, collecting water more quickly. Two water cones are coated separately, and are exposed to sunlight for five days. Water collection for the coated portion of the cone is compared to the uncoated portion of the cone. Results after a first trial show that coating A on the water cone impedes water collection whereas coating B appears to increase water collection.
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- 2015
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005188
- Subject Headings
- College students --Research --United States.
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- Document (PDF)
- Title
- GT Supercar Mechanical Research.
- Creator
- Francis, Liam
- Abstract/Description
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At FAU High School students are designing, fabricating, testing, and analyzing an GT-EV Electric Supercar alongside FAU’s undergraduates. In the field of engineering, it is paramount that undergraduates know more than just theory; students are being pressed more and more to have experience in fabrication and design application in the real world. Teaching our future leaders skills applicable to the real world and how to apply these skills in the workplace is an equally important objective of...
Show moreAt FAU High School students are designing, fabricating, testing, and analyzing an GT-EV Electric Supercar alongside FAU’s undergraduates. In the field of engineering, it is paramount that undergraduates know more than just theory; students are being pressed more and more to have experience in fabrication and design application in the real world. Teaching our future leaders skills applicable to the real world and how to apply these skills in the workplace is an equally important objective of this project. We wish to answer the question of whether or not electric cars are a viable means of transportation from various perspectives such as the consumer, environmental, and business standpoints by analyzing the characteristics of electric cars and their future capabilities. Students will not only participate in research conducted by undergraduate participating students, but also conduct their own research, fabricate their own theories, and benefit the future of STEM.
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- 2014
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA0005015
- Subject Headings
- College students --Research --United States.
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- Document (PDF)
- Title
- FAU Recycling Re-Design.
- Creator
- Frydman, Alvaro, Nunez, Ross, Rosser, Scott, Thomas, David
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Since 2009, Florida Atlantic University has instilled 1 major recycling organization with little success due to a small amount of public awareness, and lack of a visual system. Our proposal is to collect all recycling receptacles and create a unified system that is easily accessible to all visitors of the FAU campus. Our team of designers will work to develop symbols, a cohesive color scheme, a map of campus displaying receptacle locations, and a poster campaign to promote the new recycling...
Show moreSince 2009, Florida Atlantic University has instilled 1 major recycling organization with little success due to a small amount of public awareness, and lack of a visual system. Our proposal is to collect all recycling receptacles and create a unified system that is easily accessible to all visitors of the FAU campus. Our team of designers will work to develop symbols, a cohesive color scheme, a map of campus displaying receptacle locations, and a poster campaign to promote the new recycling system. Along with the new visual language we will be implementing, we will be decommissioning the current receptacles to instill one single receptacle for all outdoor uses and a smaller size of that same container for indoor environments. Ultimately, we aim to improve the rate at which students, faculty, and staff decrease the ecological footprint of FAU and increase the campus’ sustainability.
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- 2014
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- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA0005016
- Subject Headings
- College students --Research --United States.
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- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Biological Benefit of the mCAT.
- Creator
- Frydman, Sylvia, Yousefzadeh, Matt, Niedernhofer, Laura, Dawson-Scully, Ken
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Aging is associated with chronic diseases and is attributed to increased morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs globally. Controversy exists over the root cause(s) of aging, nonetheless, extensive research links increased oxidants and reduced antioxidant buffering capacity with aging. The free radical theory of aging posits that the toxic build-up of free radicals and reactive oxygen species (ROS), promotes oxidative stress and enhances aging. Investigations involving the effect of...
Show moreAging is associated with chronic diseases and is attributed to increased morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs globally. Controversy exists over the root cause(s) of aging, nonetheless, extensive research links increased oxidants and reduced antioxidant buffering capacity with aging. The free radical theory of aging posits that the toxic build-up of free radicals and reactive oxygen species (ROS), promotes oxidative stress and enhances aging. Investigations involving the effect of mitochondrial-targeted catalase, have proven to be beneficial in reducing ROS and increasing lifespan in naturally aged mice. My project involves investigating the biological benefit of the mCAT transgene and rescue of age-related functional decline in progeroid Ercc1-/∆ mice, an accelerated mouse model of aging. mCAT expression was shown to be largely restricted to the brain, heart, and muscle of mice. mCAT+/-;Ercc1-/∆ mice showed improvements in behavioral tests and health evaluations relative to controls.
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- 2018
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FAU_SR00000036
- Subject Headings
- College students --Research --United States.
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- Document (PDF)
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- Identification of others through biological motion.
- Creator
- Fuller, Nicholas, Kersten, Alan, Earles, Julie
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In point-light models, visual cues are reduced to points of light indicating the major points of movements of the human body. Although we are able to recognize people through movement, accuracy of identification of strangers through point-light models is low. Connecting the major points of motion to represent a skeleton might enhance the ability to recognize strangers. This study also wishes to assess whether accuracy will be improved through learning general movement characteristics of...
Show moreIn point-light models, visual cues are reduced to points of light indicating the major points of movements of the human body. Although we are able to recognize people through movement, accuracy of identification of strangers through point-light models is low. Connecting the major points of motion to represent a skeleton might enhance the ability to recognize strangers. This study also wishes to assess whether accuracy will be improved through learning general movement characteristics of individuals. After a learning stage, participants were randomly assigned to match names with either point-light or skeleton models of actor movements. Two of the four actions performed by actors in the testing stage were previously seen during the learning stage. We expect identification from skeleton displays will be higher than for point light displays. We also expect higher accuracy for actions previously seen during the learning stage. The findings and their implications will be discussed.
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- 2014
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA0005017
- Subject Headings
- College students --Research --United States.
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- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Levels of Tension in Relation to Video Use in Therapy Lessons.
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- Garcia, Lizbeth, Pena, Gabriel, Perez, Raiza, Peluso, Paul R., Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
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Through video recording, clinicians have the ability to further analyze their clients, being provided with micro and macro expressions, vocal cues and body language. The objective of the research is to test whether the size and positioning of a video camera affects the client’s levels of tension while under surveillance and simultaneously receiving therapy. By utilizing contrasting recording methods, it is predicted that the client will feel more comfortable in front of an inconspicuous, wall...
Show moreThrough video recording, clinicians have the ability to further analyze their clients, being provided with micro and macro expressions, vocal cues and body language. The objective of the research is to test whether the size and positioning of a video camera affects the client’s levels of tension while under surveillance and simultaneously receiving therapy. By utilizing contrasting recording methods, it is predicted that the client will feel more comfortable in front of an inconspicuous, wall-mounted camera as opposed to the tripod-mounted camera. The results of this research have the potential to revolutionize the methods used by the therapy and counseling community to further analyze their clients as well as psychotherapeutic methods. Data will be collected from a total of four clients’ fourth sessions in order to rule out anxiety experienced as a result of adjusting to a new therapeutic relationship or other factors inherent to a therapeutic session.
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- 2015
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005189
- Subject Headings
- College students --Research --United States.
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- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Attitudinal Evaluation of Ex-Vivo Cultivated Meat; Exploring Methods of Increasing Appeal.
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- Gasteratos, Kristopher, Brown, Nicolas A., Sherman, Ryne A., Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
- Abstract/Description
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Animal protein production systems are reaching production capacity limits due to their associated ecological detriments. Therefore, a global shift towards an ecologically sustainable alternative is vital, and hence exploring the scope of market for such alternatives.“ Cultured meat”, or ex vivo cultivated meat, may indeed serve as a viable alternative. However, although this method aims to lessen environmental woes, one current drawback is the ambiguity of consumer acceptance. This study...
Show moreAnimal protein production systems are reaching production capacity limits due to their associated ecological detriments. Therefore, a global shift towards an ecologically sustainable alternative is vital, and hence exploring the scope of market for such alternatives.“ Cultured meat”, or ex vivo cultivated meat, may indeed serve as a viable alternative. However, although this method aims to lessen environmental woes, one current drawback is the ambiguity of consumer acceptance. This study addresses this concern through calculus of potential markets. Indeed, through surveying about 5,000 people worldwide, with focused populations in the United States and University undergraduates, statistically significant results of positive consumer interest in cultured meat were attained. After survey completion, over 75% of participants expressed interest in eating cultured meat (interested in “probably” or “definitely” eating cultured meat). Ultimately, this novel study ought to serve as a foundational framework for catalyzing funding towards privatized and academic research on cultured meat.
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- 2017
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005621
- Subject Headings
- College students --Research --United States.
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- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Urban Sprawl: The Invisible Destroyer of the Environment.
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- Gastineau, Megan, Holman, Mirya R., Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters
- Abstract/Description
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The purpose of this research is to inform Americans of what sprawl is and the negative effects it has on the environment. Sprawl is the unnecessary expansion of urban areas onto valuable unused land. In 2013, only 26% of Americans saw sprawl as a problem at all. Yet sprawl is the culprit behind better known issues, such as air pollution and water contamination. The increased use of vehicles and runoff makes sprawled out areas more polluted than compact cities. Because condensing a city is not...
Show moreThe purpose of this research is to inform Americans of what sprawl is and the negative effects it has on the environment. Sprawl is the unnecessary expansion of urban areas onto valuable unused land. In 2013, only 26% of Americans saw sprawl as a problem at all. Yet sprawl is the culprit behind better known issues, such as air pollution and water contamination. The increased use of vehicles and runoff makes sprawled out areas more polluted than compact cities. Because condensing a city is not a workable solution, another way is to improve public transportation. Places that have more sprawl force people to use cars. Improving public transportation by making it more accessible and reliable would encourage people to not use their cars, which saves them money and, in turn, causes less pollution.
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- 2015
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005190
- Subject Headings
- College students --Research --United States.
- Format
- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Florida Atlantic University 2018 3MT® Three Minute Thesis Championship - David Giguere.
- Creator
- Giguere, David, Florida Atlantic University
- Abstract/Description
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The 3MT® competition celebrates the exciting research conducted by graduate students. Developed by The University of Queensland (UQ), the exercise cultivates students’ academic, presentation, and research communication skills. The competition supports their capacity to effectively explain their research in three minutes, in language appropriate to a non-specialist audience. The first 3MT® competition was held at the University of Queensland in 2008 with 160 students competing. In 2009 and...
Show moreThe 3MT® competition celebrates the exciting research conducted by graduate students. Developed by The University of Queensland (UQ), the exercise cultivates students’ academic, presentation, and research communication skills. The competition supports their capacity to effectively explain their research in three minutes, in language appropriate to a non-specialist audience. The first 3MT® competition was held at the University of Queensland in 2008 with 160 students competing. In 2009 and 2010 the 3MT® competition was promoted to other Australian and New Zealand universities and enthusiasm for the concept grew. Since 2011, the popularity of the competition has increased and 3MT® competitions are now held in over 170 universities across more than 18 countries worldwide.
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- 2018
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00007555
- Subject Headings
- College students --Research --United States.
- Format
- Video file
- Title
- Nf1 Mutations Impair Memory-Related Plasticity in the Drosophila melanogaster Mushroom Body.
- Creator
- Gilliland, Brandon, Tomchik, Seth, Macleod, Gregory, Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College
- Abstract/Description
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The purpose of this project was to understand the effects of therapeutic antidepressants with respect to circadian rhythm in Drosophila melanogaster. Antidepressants are known to have a role in dopamine and serotonin signaling pathways. These pathways have been observed to have a role in circadian rhythm, the biological process involving sleep patterns. In the experiments completed thus far, it has been observed that the flies administered antidepressants have more fractioned sleep than the...
Show moreThe purpose of this project was to understand the effects of therapeutic antidepressants with respect to circadian rhythm in Drosophila melanogaster. Antidepressants are known to have a role in dopamine and serotonin signaling pathways. These pathways have been observed to have a role in circadian rhythm, the biological process involving sleep patterns. In the experiments completed thus far, it has been observed that the flies administered antidepressants have more fractioned sleep than the control group flies. It has also been noted that normal light to dark sleep cycles are altered significantly in the flies given antidepressants. It is important to research and to understand the effects of antidepressants in Drosophila melanogaster because it could lead to a more effective way to administer antidepressants to humans without harmful side effects.
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- 2015
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005191
- Subject Headings
- College students --Research --United States.
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- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Seasonal Patterns of Frequently Observed Manatees in the Harbor Branch Channel Using Photo-Identification Techniques.
- Creator
- Goldsworthy Gomez, Lauren, Moore, Jon, Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
- Abstract/Description
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The manatee project at Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute was established in 2009. Land-based observations and photo-identification techniques have been used over the last seven years. This has allowed observers to recognize specific resident manatees that visit this location season after season. The photographs have been shared with the Manatee Photo- Identification System database and several matches were found, indicating some of the manatees are migrants. This project focuses on the...
Show moreThe manatee project at Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute was established in 2009. Land-based observations and photo-identification techniques have been used over the last seven years. This has allowed observers to recognize specific resident manatees that visit this location season after season. The photographs have been shared with the Manatee Photo- Identification System database and several matches were found, indicating some of the manatees are migrants. This project focuses on the seasonal patterns of frequently observed manatees in the Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute channel. Knowing which manatees are residents allows observers to preliminarily identify specific individuals that will be part of a future acoustic tagging project.
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- 2016
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005569
- Subject Headings
- College students --Research --United States.
- Format
- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Preparation and Coping of Medical Practitioners When Dealing With Terminal Patients.
- Creator
- Gomez, Sarah, Carreno-Lukasik, Gina, Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
- Abstract/Description
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This paper will use various sociological publications based on research to investigate and analyze the relationship between medical practitioners and patients deemed terminal. Some topics the paper will include how prepared practitioners feel they are in terms of interacting with terminal patients, as well as the personal methods of coping with grief that practitioners implement into their private lives and their effects on the professional lives of practitioners. There will also be questions...
Show moreThis paper will use various sociological publications based on research to investigate and analyze the relationship between medical practitioners and patients deemed terminal. Some topics the paper will include how prepared practitioners feel they are in terms of interacting with terminal patients, as well as the personal methods of coping with grief that practitioners implement into their private lives and their effects on the professional lives of practitioners. There will also be questions raised regarding how the preparation of practitioners both in and out of medical school can be improved or built on to ensure patient satisfaction and enhanced interactions between the practitioner and their patient.
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- 2016
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005570
- Subject Headings
- College students --Research --United States.
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- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Associations Between Alcohol and Drug Use Among Collegiate Young Adults: Preliminary Findings.
- Creator
- Gonzalez, Brianna, Paz, Andres L., Keim, C.A., Avila, R.R., Rosselli, Monica
- Abstract/Description
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The current study aims to examine correlates between binge drinking behavior with licit and illicit drug use among college students. Thirty-seven undergraduates (6 male) completed questionnaires concerning alcohol consumption throughout the one month duration of the study. Participants performed three cognitive computer tasks at both baseline (T1) and follow-up (T2) assessment. At T2 participants also filled out a drug usage questionnaire. This study stems from a larger longitudinal pilot...
Show moreThe current study aims to examine correlates between binge drinking behavior with licit and illicit drug use among college students. Thirty-seven undergraduates (6 male) completed questionnaires concerning alcohol consumption throughout the one month duration of the study. Participants performed three cognitive computer tasks at both baseline (T1) and follow-up (T2) assessment. At T2 participants also filled out a drug usage questionnaire. This study stems from a larger longitudinal pilot study. Strong correlations were found for increased cigarette use: the number of drinking days reported, r (34) = .442, p =.007, as well as non-binge drinking days and marijuana use, r (34) =.465, p =.004. Cigarette smokers were more likely than not to partake in multiple drinking behaviors. Marijuana was found to be used more on days in which binge drinking did not occur alluding to a preference to smoke rather than drink excessively while smoking marijuana.
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- 2014
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA0005019
- Subject Headings
- College students --Research --United States.
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- Document (PDF)
- Title
- A Cross-Lingustic Analysis of Language Effects on Personality Measures in Spanish-English Bilinguals.
- Creator
- Gonzalez, Katherine, Velez-Uribe, Idaly, Rosselli, Monica, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
- Abstract/Description
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The Big Five inventory is a 44-item scale that classifies participants based on five dimensions of personality with versions available in English and Spanish. Previous studies have found differences in BFI dimensions of Spanish-English bilinguals. We asked if Spanish-English bilinguals described themselves differently when answering in different languages. The present study investigated how Spanish-English bilinguals are classified when answering the BFI in both languages. In a cross...
Show moreThe Big Five inventory is a 44-item scale that classifies participants based on five dimensions of personality with versions available in English and Spanish. Previous studies have found differences in BFI dimensions of Spanish-English bilinguals. We asked if Spanish-English bilinguals described themselves differently when answering in different languages. The present study investigated how Spanish-English bilinguals are classified when answering the BFI in both languages. In a cross-linguistic design, we assessed a sample of Spanish-English bilinguals. We hypothesized that we would find that bilinguals would score significantly different in both languages in the dimensions of extraversion and conscientiousness, with English scores being expected to be significantly higher than Spanish scores. Results revealed significantly different scores in Spanish and English in all five dimensions of the BFI. These results emphasize the issue of language in psychological evaluations, with the possibility of language dependence skewing the results for bilingual patients.
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- 2015
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005193
- Subject Headings
- College students --Research --United States.
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- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Impact of gender and age on confrontation naming and linguistic facility in aging populations.
- Creator
- Gonzalez, Katherine, Rosselli, Monica, Velez-Uribe, Idaly
- Abstract/Description
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Word retrieval often presents a problem for aging populations. The Boston Naming Test (BNT) is a prevalent neuropsychological exam that uses word retrieval to reveal relevant information leading to a diagnosis of cognitive disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. This study investigated the effects of age and gender on a confrontation naming test. Confrontation naming was assessed using the Boston Naming Test. The sample included 538 participants (185 males, 383 females) individuals...
Show moreWord retrieval often presents a problem for aging populations. The Boston Naming Test (BNT) is a prevalent neuropsychological exam that uses word retrieval to reveal relevant information leading to a diagnosis of cognitive disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. This study investigated the effects of age and gender on a confrontation naming test. Confrontation naming was assessed using the Boston Naming Test. The sample included 538 participants (185 males, 383 females) individuals residing in South Florida. Participants were divided into two groups, a high cognitive functioning and a low cognitive functioning group, based on the participant’s scores on the mini mental state examination (MMSE). Results did support the hypothesis that age has a significant effect on confrontational naming test ability in both cognitive groups. Conversely, the anticipation that gender would play a role on performance on the BNT for either group was not supported by the results.
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- 2014
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA0005018
- Subject Headings
- College students --Research --United States.
- Format
- Document (PDF)