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Title: Increasing Comprehension Levels Through Content-Specific Vocabulary.
Creator: Alexandre, Chandani, Dassa, Lori, Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
Abstract/Description: The objective of my study is to determine if explicitly teaching content-specific vocabulary can increase reading comprehension in low expectancy students. I have created a pre/post assessment cycle design that tests reading comprehension and familiarity with vocabulary specific to the unit being taught. Participants include 26 fourth graders at Park Lakes Elementary. A pretest will be given, 5 lessons taught, and then a posttest. Pretest and posttest scores will be analyzed, to track...
Show moreThe objective of my study is to determine if explicitly teaching content-specific vocabulary can increase reading comprehension in low expectancy students. I have created a pre/post assessment cycle design that tests reading comprehension and familiarity with vocabulary specific to the unit being taught. Participants include 26 fourth graders at Park Lakes Elementary. A pretest will be given, 5 lessons taught, and then a posttest. Pretest and posttest scores will be analyzed, to track learning gains and the validity of explicitly teaching vocabulary to increase comprehension. All 26 students are expected to earn a higher score on the posttest, compared to the pretest. After result analyzation, I will report concluding results. My intent is to evaluate this technique with the hope that it will be an effective teaching strategy that will improve low expectancy student scores on the ELA area of the Florida Standardized Assessments.
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Date Issued: 2016
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005563
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Adult Age Differences in Event Memory for Events.
Creator: Beazley, Joanna, Devlin, Patrick, Earles, Julie, Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
Abstract/Description: In order to remember an event, one must remember the participants in the event, the actions that are performed, and which people performed which actions. Often people make binding errors in memory in which they remember the people and the actions, but they incorrectly remember one person as the person who performed an action that was actually performed by someone else. Half of the participants in our study saw a series of actions with each action performed by one of two actors. The other half...
Show moreIn order to remember an event, one must remember the participants in the event, the actions that are performed, and which people performed which actions. Often people make binding errors in memory in which they remember the people and the actions, but they incorrectly remember one person as the person who performed an action that was actually performed by someone else. Half of the participants in our study saw a series of actions with each action performed by one of two actors. The other half of the participants saw each action performed by a different actor. We found that older adults were more likely to make binding errors than were younger adults. Younger adults were equally likely to make binding errors in the two conditions. Older adults, however, made many fewer binding errors when they saw only two actors during encoding than when they saw many actors during encoding.
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Date Issued: 2016
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005557
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: The Importance of Roles, Power and Ethical Standards of Drug Court Officials.
Creator: Andrews, Sondra, Sloas, Lincoln, Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
Abstract/Description: Often, in the traditional adversarial court system, prosecutors work to secure a conviction of drug offenders whereas the defense seeks dismissal of the charges or a less punishable sentence. The judge acts as a neutral entity hearing testimony and sustaining or overruling arguments made by opposing sides. In drug courts, which is a type of non-adversarial problem-solving court, these members of the courtroom work group work together to enhance the likelihood of drug offenders reducing their...
Show moreOften, in the traditional adversarial court system, prosecutors work to secure a conviction of drug offenders whereas the defense seeks dismissal of the charges or a less punishable sentence. The judge acts as a neutral entity hearing testimony and sustaining or overruling arguments made by opposing sides. In drug courts, which is a type of non-adversarial problem-solving court, these members of the courtroom work group work together to enhance the likelihood of drug offenders reducing their substance abuse and future criminal activity. With the growing incarceration rate in the United States, some states have opted to use drug courts as a way to divert offenders away from prisons. In this poster, I present data collected via one drug court observation and film notes discussing the roles, power and ethical standards of drug court officials and how they differ from the traditional adversarial system.
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Date Issued: 2016
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005555
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Seventh Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium.
Creator: Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
Abstract/Description: FAU's Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry hosts an annual symposium where students engaged in undergraduate research may present their findings either through a poster presentation or an oral presentation.
Date Issued: 2017
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005610
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Media Use and Substance Abuse.
Creator: Meagher, Jesse, Carreno-Lukasik, Gina, Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
Abstract/Description: This literature review will analyze the relationship between media usage and alcohol and tobacco consumption. Elementary school students, high school students, college students, and groups of different races will be analyzed. It is evident that as media influence increases in the life of the participant, alcohol and tobacco use also tends to increase. Youth should be taught to analyze the societal influences that affect them so they are not deceived about societal norms. Further research...
Show moreThis literature review will analyze the relationship between media usage and alcohol and tobacco consumption. Elementary school students, high school students, college students, and groups of different races will be analyzed. It is evident that as media influence increases in the life of the participant, alcohol and tobacco use also tends to increase. Youth should be taught to analyze the societal influences that affect them so they are not deceived about societal norms. Further research should be conducted to identify whether social media use affects men and woman differently in order to get a better view on how men and women perceive societal messages sent to them.
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Date Issued: 2017
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005628
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Are Americans Financially Literate?.
Creator: Fetzer, William, Armatrading, Jennifer, Escaleras, Monica, Levy, Eric, Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
Abstract/Description: 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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Date Issued: 2017
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005620
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Parental Ratification: The Roles of Our State “Parents”.
Creator: Basilio, Giovanna, Sloas, Lincoln, Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
Abstract/Description: This study examines the impact of the parties involved in dependency proceedings under the jurisdiction of South Palm Beach County’s Juvenile Court. I present data collected from observations of over thirty hours at dependency hearings and interviews of representatives for the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF), Guardian ad Litem (GAL) attorneys, and the Juvenile Judge. The current study analyzes the foregoing participants and their roles within reunification, termination of...
Show moreThis study examines the impact of the parties involved in dependency proceedings under the jurisdiction of South Palm Beach County’s Juvenile Court. I present data collected from observations of over thirty hours at dependency hearings and interviews of representatives for the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF), Guardian ad Litem (GAL) attorneys, and the Juvenile Judge. The current study analyzes the foregoing participants and their roles within reunification, termination of parental rights, and adoption. Additionally, criminal records, mental health status, incidents of domestic violence, and accounts of substance abuse, pertaining to the parents in Florida dependency cases, are discussed.
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Date Issued: 2017
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005614
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Effect of Virtual Reality Headset for Pediatric Fear and Pain Distraction During Immunization – a Pilot Study.
Creator: Sulaiman, Emaan, Rudnick, Chad, Orden, Jillian, Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
Abstract/Description: Fear of needles is a well-known phobia among children and adults. Several distraction techniques have been used, but fear prior to and pain following immunizations remains a significant issue for children and their parent/guardian. We present the rationale, feasibility, and results of a pilot study applying a virtual reality (VR) headset aimed as a fear reduction and pain distraction during immunizations. Ratings of anticipated vs. actual fear and pain due to immunizations improved following...
Show moreFear of needles is a well-known phobia among children and adults. Several distraction techniques have been used, but fear prior to and pain following immunizations remains a significant issue for children and their parent/guardian. We present the rationale, feasibility, and results of a pilot study applying a virtual reality (VR) headset aimed as a fear reduction and pain distraction during immunizations. Ratings of anticipated vs. actual fear and pain due to immunizations improved following use of the VR headset in 94.1% of pediatric subjects. The Wong-Baker pain scale and McMurthy children’s fear scale were used. Average decrease in fear score in subjects was 90% and 77% in pain score. The decrease in fear score as perceived by the parent was 77% (p=0.05) and 83% (p= 0.02) in perceived pain. The use of a virtual reality headset was well-received and reduced overall fear and pain in children receiving immunizations.
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Date Issued: 2017
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005638
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Promoting Cultural Awareness in the Urban Elementary Classroom through Multicultural Literature.
Creator: Musick, Gina, Dassa, Lori, Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
Abstract/Description: As the country’s population grows ever more diverse, there is a growing need of cultural awareness in our elementary public schools. Young children are coming together from all over the world with diverse families and experiences and co-existing with each other in America’s elementary schools. In order to minimize a negative view towards diversity, this study implements a multicultural approach that can create positive cultural interactions in the urban elementary classroom. Multiculturalism...
Show moreAs the country’s population grows ever more diverse, there is a growing need of cultural awareness in our elementary public schools. Young children are coming together from all over the world with diverse families and experiences and co-existing with each other in America’s elementary schools. In order to minimize a negative view towards diversity, this study implements a multicultural approach that can create positive cultural interactions in the urban elementary classroom. Multiculturalism is, in short, the view that various cultures in society merit equal respect and genuine interest. In order to incorporate multiculturalism into the curriculum, I utilized selective multicultural children’s literature that corresponded with the current reading standards and objectives. With a focus on literacy, reading and writing, the students participated in several activities that helped them explore the similarities and differences between characters from diverse cultures.
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Date Issued: 2017
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005630
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Fundamental Physics of All-Aqueous Micro-Droplet Generation Mechanisms.
Creator: Melgar Jimenez, Sofia, Petrozzi, Nick, Mastiani, Mohammad, Kim, Mike, Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
Abstract/Description: Aqueous microdroplets have shown great potential in various applications such as material synthesis, chemical reactions, and drug discovery. The objective of this research is to generate aqueous microdroplets in water using microfluidic techniques. Compared to conventional aqueous droplets in an oil phase, droplets generated from the proposed system will be more biocompatible and simply manufactured. To achieve this goal, the research focuses on understanding fundamental physics behind...
Show moreAqueous microdroplets have shown great potential in various applications such as material synthesis, chemical reactions, and drug discovery. The objective of this research is to generate aqueous microdroplets in water using microfluidic techniques. Compared to conventional aqueous droplets in an oil phase, droplets generated from the proposed system will be more biocompatible and simply manufactured. To achieve this goal, the research focuses on understanding fundamental physics behind droplet generation at various geometries and input conditions. This understanding can subsequently help us obtain microdroplets with targeted properties. Several microdroplet generators made of polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) transparent polymer are fabricated and an aqueous two-phase system (ATPS) made up of two water-based polymers, polyethylene glycol (PEG) and dextran (DEX) is used in these generators. The results successfully demonstrate that the proposed droplet generators produce aqueous microdroplets at various sizes at different frequencies. The controllability and tunability of the properties of microdroplets will be discussed.
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Date Issued: 2017
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005629
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Causes of Terrorism.
Creator: Hamad, Issa, Carreno-Lukasik, Gina, Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
Abstract/Description: With the growing trends in terrorist organizations and threats of attack, one must wonder why the people involved became terrorists in the first place. After researching the topic, the research paper will delve into why capitalism, political power, and religion are all involved in why terrorist organizations are formed and why people may join them. The capitalism argument involves the correlation between its rise and terrorism’s ride, and how the battle for resources may cause some to resort...
Show moreWith the growing trends in terrorist organizations and threats of attack, one must wonder why the people involved became terrorists in the first place. After researching the topic, the research paper will delve into why capitalism, political power, and religion are all involved in why terrorist organizations are formed and why people may join them. The capitalism argument involves the correlation between its rise and terrorism’s ride, and how the battle for resources may cause some to resort to terrorism. Political power’s argument will involve how protesters and debaters of how someone may lead their country, may lead them to resort to terrorism. Religion’s argument involves belief that they are being discriminated against because of their religion, and they want to be heard. Then, I will introduce a study where I will identify people who publicly identify as Muslim, or Arabic.
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Date Issued: 2016
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005572
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
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Title: Constructing Adulthood in Contemporary Societies.
Creator: Ostroot, Ashley, Branaman, Ann, Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
Abstract/Description: In America and other industrialized countries there has been a delay in attainment of traditional markers of adulthood (i.e. marriage, parenthood, completion of education, and full-time employment). Young people are becoming “adults” much later than previous generations, and their ideas of what it means to be an adult are shifting. Some have claimed that a new period of life called “emerging adulthood” is forming, in which young people feel as if they are not yet full adults (Arnett 1997,...
Show moreIn America and other industrialized countries there has been a delay in attainment of traditional markers of adulthood (i.e. marriage, parenthood, completion of education, and full-time employment). Young people are becoming “adults” much later than previous generations, and their ideas of what it means to be an adult are shifting. Some have claimed that a new period of life called “emerging adulthood” is forming, in which young people feel as if they are not yet full adults (Arnett 1997, 2000, 2004). However, while this period may exist for middle-class youth, it may not reflect the experience of working-class youth (Silva 2013). Based on my data I argue that, while middle- class young adults are more likely to experience a period of emerging adulthood and pursue a fulfilling adult life, working-class youth are more focused on financial stability and are not as likely to experience a period of “emerging adulthood.”
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Date Issued: 2016
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005596
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Emergence of epilepsy in a transgenic mouse strain that over-expressesbrain- derived neurotrophic factor in theforebrain.
Creator: Zhou, Wei Hui, Isgor, Ceylan, Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
Abstract/Description: Structural changes that alter hippocampal functional circuitry are implicated in learning impairments, mood disorders and epilepsy. Failure to properly gate neuronal activity arriving in hippocampus may be critical in developing synaptic circuits that generate seizures due to sustained elevations in hippocampal BDNF. Our data shows higher number of synaptic contact points (spines) on dendritic surfaces of granule cells in 2-3 month-old TgBDNF mice compared to WT mice, suggesting that there is...
Show moreStructural changes that alter hippocampal functional circuitry are implicated in learning impairments, mood disorders and epilepsy. Failure to properly gate neuronal activity arriving in hippocampus may be critical in developing synaptic circuits that generate seizures due to sustained elevations in hippocampal BDNF. Our data shows higher number of synaptic contact points (spines) on dendritic surfaces of granule cells in 2-3 month-old TgBDNF mice compared to WT mice, suggesting that there is increased cortical input onto granule cells. The dysregulation in mature GC circuitry in seizure dormant period in TgBDNF mice indicates early seizure susceptibility. Both mature GCs and immature GCs will show structural alterations in their input and/or output regions in TgBDNF mice long before full motor seizures are detectable pinpointing early dysregulations in the gating properties of these input neurons to hippocampus, favoring enhanced information processing and propagation. These collective results will help pinpoint intervention targets for seizure prevention.
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Date Issued: 2016
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005609
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Consumer Motivation: The Craft Beer Boom.
Creator: Harris, Devon, Boone, Taylor, Sly, Henry, Mendiola, Sofia, Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
Abstract/Description: In the world of business, advertising is essential to success. With all of the technological clutter that consumers face every day, creating impact can only be achieved through deep understanding of what the target audience’s motivation for purchasing is. Our research team has been watching a monumental rise in demand for craft beer, and to reach that market successfully, we have set out to find what the emotional motivation behind this surge is. We have come to the educated belief that it is...
Show moreIn the world of business, advertising is essential to success. With all of the technological clutter that consumers face every day, creating impact can only be achieved through deep understanding of what the target audience’s motivation for purchasing is. Our research team has been watching a monumental rise in demand for craft beer, and to reach that market successfully, we have set out to find what the emotional motivation behind this surge is. We have come to the educated belief that it is driven by a generational desire for new experiences. Using a systematic research method, we set out to answer our question. We began with secondary research in the form of descriptive statistics, and using these we ran a focus group to develop qualitative research. In complying with ethical research standards, consent, privacy, and right-to-record forms were used. Lastly, results are pending for our inferential statistics questionnaire.
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Date Issued: 2016
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005573
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
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Title: Community-based research to address dementia & Parkinson’s disease in older adults.
Creator: Alam, Khosnur, Martini, Jessica, Perez, Yolanda, Sonin, Jaclyn, Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
Abstract/Description: There are increasing numbers of older adults living in Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs). Many of these residents are living with dementia and Parkinson’s disease. CCRCs are challenged to provide therapies that enhance ability to carry out activities of daily living for these residents. The purpose of this project is to identify effective therapies. The Stinger Action research model is being used to guide the project. Students have met with a community representative who has...
Show moreThere are increasing numbers of older adults living in Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs). Many of these residents are living with dementia and Parkinson’s disease. CCRCs are challenged to provide therapies that enhance ability to carry out activities of daily living for these residents. The purpose of this project is to identify effective therapies. The Stinger Action research model is being used to guide the project. Students have met with a community representative who has focused attention on falls, behavioral problems and pharmacological management of dementia and Parkinson’s disease. An exhaustive literature search has been undertaken to provide evidence. There are pharmacological approaches to manage symptoms. However, there is less evidence supporting non-pharmacological approaches addressing behavioral problems and falls. Models of CCRC care are evolving and integration of person- centered non-pharmacological, evidence-based approaches will be critical and best developed with resident input.
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Date Issued: 2016
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005584
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
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Title: Autonomous Projectile Firing System.
Creator: Miller, Devon, Correa, Alyssa, Jordan, Craig, Quinones, Chris, Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
Abstract/Description: Modern devices such as the projectile t-shirt launching cannon is consisted of a handheld cannon with a tank of compressed air attached at the base. Our team explored new innovative designs in order to revamp current state of the art products on the market. The team took initiative to focus on a more autonomous functioning device rather than a user-controlled system. The design would have capabilities to locate and transport to pre-determined locations for optimal proficiency to launch t...
Show moreModern devices such as the projectile t-shirt launching cannon is consisted of a handheld cannon with a tank of compressed air attached at the base. Our team explored new innovative designs in order to revamp current state of the art products on the market. The team took initiative to focus on a more autonomous functioning device rather than a user-controlled system. The design would have capabilities to locate and transport to pre-determined locations for optimal proficiency to launch t-shirts to fans in all ranges of the venue/stadium. Similarly, alongside with automatic dynamic abilities, the device must control the pitch and rotation of the barrel while firing t-shirts and launch multiple rounds of shirts in one trial run. The device will provide an overall better experience for corporate or private investors to interact with their fan-base delivering free merchandise within the limitations of the respected venues.
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Date Issued: 2016
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005600
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Crashworthiness of Low Speed Vehicles.
Creator: Cusano, Emma, Francis, Sherwin, Pinto, Michael, Masory, Oren, Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
Abstract/Description: The Crashworthiness of Low Speed Vehicles is to be determined using a custom built crash testing apparatus. The safety of golf carts is often overlooked because they are considered “low risk” vehicles. The danger of these vehicles lies in the fact that they aren’t mandated to have safety features outside of seatbelts. A test rig that sufficiently tested how these vehicles react under extreme conditions as well as the risk to the occupants was designed and operated through several iterations....
Show moreThe Crashworthiness of Low Speed Vehicles is to be determined using a custom built crash testing apparatus. The safety of golf carts is often overlooked because they are considered “low risk” vehicles. The danger of these vehicles lies in the fact that they aren’t mandated to have safety features outside of seatbelts. A test rig that sufficiently tested how these vehicles react under extreme conditions as well as the risk to the occupants was designed and operated through several iterations. The main components of the rig was be a motorized variable speed pulley system, concrete barrier, and a simple quick release mechanism to detach the cart, and crash dummies with sensors to record the experienced acceleration/ deceleration and gyration. The main parameters that were studied in relation to crashworthiness are structural performance, injury measures and dummy movement. It was the goal of the experimenters to show just how important it is to design LSVs with higher safety standards.
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Date Issued: 2016
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005565
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
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Title: Arabian Women of the Jahiliyya(Early Islamic) Times.
Creator: Douglas, Nora, Kanter, Douglas, Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
Abstract/Description: In the Jahiliyya (Pre- Islamic period), only women of the elite classes who were related to men of influence in the tribe were the women who had power in society. The men of the elite prized their prowess in defending their tribal pagan traditions, which defined their place in society. Once Islam was established, those who were most respected in pagan times, instead, became the ones who were most looked down upon because they were against the new order. Islam effectively shifted the center of...
Show moreIn the Jahiliyya (Pre- Islamic period), only women of the elite classes who were related to men of influence in the tribe were the women who had power in society. The men of the elite prized their prowess in defending their tribal pagan traditions, which defined their place in society. Once Islam was established, those who were most respected in pagan times, instead, became the ones who were most looked down upon because they were against the new order. Islam effectively shifted the center of power from those who were wealthy in the tribe, to those who embraced Islam first; who were disproportionately women and slaves.It is crucial to put early Islamic traditions under the lens of cultural continuity from Pre- Islamic tradition to understand the development of power in tribal society and how this affected gender relations and patriarchy.
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Date Issued: 2016
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005566
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: What Are The Legalities of Accepting or Refusing Refugees and Asylum Seekers?.
Creator: Cichoracki, Caitlin, Kahook, Sama, Arflin, Cheryl, Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
Abstract/Description: In the wake of contemporary events, such as the Syrian refugee crisis, and recalling historical events such as the Holocaust, it is important to understand the dynamic between states and international law. In the midst of the current refugee crisis, how might countries decide who accepts and denies refugees into their borders? We answer this by focusing on the laws and regulations that have been implemented since the 1951 Refugee Convention. The attitudes toward refugees and how the crisis is...
Show moreIn the wake of contemporary events, such as the Syrian refugee crisis, and recalling historical events such as the Holocaust, it is important to understand the dynamic between states and international law. In the midst of the current refugee crisis, how might countries decide who accepts and denies refugees into their borders? We answer this by focusing on the laws and regulations that have been implemented since the 1951 Refugee Convention. The attitudes toward refugees and how the crisis is handled are an accurate reflection of the discrepancy between states’ responsibilities and states’ needs. We investigate the history of the laws and how states have found loopholes through the rules and regulations through court cases. Through this research, we are able to understand the legalities of how refugees reach safety and who takes responsibility when a government ultimately fails its people.mitter in the brain. Therefore, an investigation into the properties of the neurotransmitter glutamate, which could be the potential cause of this neurodegenerative disease, will help elucidate the role of this amino acid in ALS.
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Date Issued: 2016
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005579
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
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Title: Genetic Engineering of Tomato Plants Expressing β-Glucuronidasethrough Agrobacterium-mediated Transformation.
Creator: Justs, Adriana, Kaplan, Noah, Zhang, Xing-Hai, Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry
Abstract/Description: Advancements in biotechnology have allowed us to study genetics and plant physiology by engineering transgenic plants. For our research we transformed Micro-Tom, a tomato variety developed for use in genetic research, using Agrobacterium mediated transformation. Within a time span of fourteen weeks, we inserted two distinct plasmid constructs (pCAMBIA2301 and E1492). Plants have the unique ability to regenerate their tissue and we took advantage of this ability to regenerate the transgenic...
Show moreAdvancements in biotechnology have allowed us to study genetics and plant physiology by engineering transgenic plants. For our research we transformed Micro-Tom, a tomato variety developed for use in genetic research, using Agrobacterium mediated transformation. Within a time span of fourteen weeks, we inserted two distinct plasmid constructs (pCAMBIA2301 and E1492). Plants have the unique ability to regenerate their tissue and we took advantage of this ability to regenerate the transgenic plants with antibiotic selection. Approximately one third of the explants endured the infection process and fourteen of these survived in the presence of kanamycin. By the end of the fourteenth week, eleven out of our fourteen plantlets had fully developed roots but only four survived to maturity. After verification with PCR and qPCR, we found that we generated two transgenic plants. Here we describe all the methods and techniques used to achieve these compelling results.could be the potential cause of this neurodegenerative disease, will help elucidate the role of this amino acid in ALS.
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Date Issued: 2016
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005578
Subject Headings: College students --Research --United States.
Format: Document (PDF)

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