Abstracts Archive

Each year, over 20,000 young people age out of the foster care system, with approximately 100,000 facing challenges like homelessness, unemployment, and lack of access to essential resources over five years. Despite growing attention from nonprofit organizations and policymakers, the needs of these ...

Deep neural networks (DNNs) have been widely applied to solve complex real-world problems. However, selecting optimal network structures remains challenging. This study addresses this challenge by linking neuron selection in DNNs to knot placement in spline basis expansion models, introducing a diff...

Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is a type of computer program that can generate new content such as text, images, or music, mimicking human creativity (e.g., ChatGPT). Despite frequent commentary on the topic in social and news media, there are few scales developed and validated to measur...

Near-infrared (NIR) cyanine dyes are an interesting class of fluorophores due to their unique optical properties and tunable structure which can be manipulated to obtain fluorophores optimized for different applications. One of the sites of modifications is the central meso position which can be mod...

Moria Energy (my startup company) stands poised at the forefront of the renewable energy revolution, embodying the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship in the geothermal power sector. With a vision to harness the Earth's heat, Moria Energy will leverage cutting-edge technologies to develop sust...

Western diet, characterized by high intakes of saturated fats is a major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases. Plant-based foods, such as nuts, have been shown to be cardioprotective. Baru (Dipteryx alata) is a tree native to the Brazilian Cerrado that produces baru nuts which are rich in monouns...

Autophagy is the process of degradation of the intracellular components within lysosomes in mammals or vacuoles in yeast. Autophagy is activated by cellular stress, nutrient deprivation, or pathogen invasion, and is vital for cell survival during prolonged starvation. Lipophagy, which specifically t...

Human respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) causes high hospitalizations and mortality in children and elderly. RSV pre-fusion stabilized protein vaccines have been licensed for elderly and maternal vaccination. Nonetheless, there exists an urgent demand for a safer and effective RSV vaccine in elderly ...

Despite numerous studies that show LGBT populations are at an increased risk of experiencing sexual assault, very little headway has been made in understanding where they seek help from after the fact. Disengagement with the experiences of LGBT student victims of sexual assault could not only disemp...

Abstract- Workplace violence (WPV) is a critical issue in healthcare, with Type 2 WPV, violence from patients or visitors directed at healthcare workers, being the most prevalent. Registered nurses (RNs) frequently experience verbal and physical assaults, leading to increased stress, burnout, and re...

Brazilian Carnaval is a form of popular expression and non-formal space education. Considering the Brazilian laws and directives that determine the inclusion of originary and enslaved populations’ history, culture, and world view to school curriculum, and the works of Thomas Tadeu da Silva on curr...

Neurotropic flaviviruses continue to spread and cause human disease in new areas of the world. Powassan virus (POWV) causes encephalitis, including fatal neuroinvasive disease in approximately 10% of cases, and long-lasting neurological sequelae in 50% of survivors. Zika virus (ZIKV) infections have...

Dietary approaches to autoimmune diseases: prevention, treatment, and protocol development Nadia Varigina, Amanda McCloskey, Desiree Wanders Department of Nutrition, Georgia State University Abstract:Autoimmune diseases occur when the immune system attacks the body's tissues, resulting in inflammati...

Diversity and police brutality has centered U.S socio political discourse during the 2020s. Contemporary affirmative action bans and publicly displayed organizational dilemmas within police departments characterize the need to analyze gaps found in supporting social equity innovation. Bayley (2008) ...

Drug response prediction (DRP) remains a critical area of research in cancer treatment. We propose a novel architecture for pan-cancer drug response prediction that leverages graph-based representations of both cellular and pharmaceutical data. Our approach transforms protein-protein interaction net...

Objective: High-fat, high-sugar, and high-salt (HFHSS) diets contribute to cognitive decline and neuroinflammation, highlighting the needs for dietary interventions to support brain health. Blueberries (BB), rich in anthocyanins, have shown promise in improving cognitive function and reducing oxid...

This research develops a conceptual framework to explore the role of green nudging in online peer-to-peer (P2P) secondhand marketplaces, where economic motivations and environmental values frequently intersect. As these platforms grow, facilitating the reuse of goods and promoting sustainability, a ...

Bacteriophage therapy has been around for more than 80 years and aids in healthcare advancements. Due to the specificity of phages, they have evolved to target a certain bacterial strain or species. CRISPR-cas immune system is a defense mechanism against invading nucleic acid, such DNA from invading...

INTRODUCTION: Menthol cigarettes pose a significant public health threat, as they not only facilitate the initiation of smoking but also decrease cessation efforts. The proposed ban on mentholated cigarettes and cigars carries substantial implications for health equity, as menthol tobacco products a...

As educational institutions seek to strengthen domain-specific areas of development, particularly in STEM, understanding early influences is crucial. This study focuses on parental beliefs and the home learning environment. Parents may have beliefs and practices specific to literacy, numeracy, scien...

This study explores the profound impact of postmodern philosophy on contemporary art, focusing on the theme of deconstructing reality. By examining a range of artistic expressions, the research aims to uncover how postmodern thought has influenced artists' approaches to representation, identity, and...

The primary aim of this paper is to delve into the enhancement of body posture during exercise utilizing an innovative AI-based smart system. This system is designed to provide recommendations for improved posture by employing real-time images and video sensing technology. Acknowledging the profound...

This paper explores the role of technology in urban landscapes, focusing on the cybersecurity risks associated with metropolitan development and technological innovation. The integration of more advanced technology into city operations has brought significant advancements to metropolitan areas, enha...

The COVID-19 pandemic which began in Wuhan, China in December 2019 rapidly spread across the globe, leaving in its wake public health and economic crisis. In Africa, the least developed continent in the world, the effects of the pandemic were just as devasting. Africa had previously had experiences ...

This 15-30 minute performance will place the audience in a time capsule through history via rhythmic teleportation with the drum as our rocket ship.

Hyperglycemia is a key risk factor for metabolic disorders. Western diet, rich in fats and sugars, increases the risk of metabolic disorders and oxidative stress. Blueberry (BB) polyphenols may help manage hyperglycemia via their antioxidant properties. Therefore, this study examines the impact of B...

As an early childhood educator, I understand the importance of representation within learning spaces. Young learners need to see themselves within the environment. Valdez and Carmela (2021) suggest that when children see illustrations that are similar to themselves in the books, they realize that li...

This presentation looks at how effective Duolingo, a popular language-learning app, is in helping university students learn a new language. The research is based on a semester-long study during a Second Language Acquisition course at Georgia State University, focusing on both the strengths and weakn...

Older adults aged 65 and older are increasing in Metropolitan urban areas across the United States. Adequate nutrition and a variety of healthy food opportunities are integral to healthy aging and a good quality of life. Urban areas can concentrate poverty, but they can also offer opportunities prov...

Translanguaging, defined as "the dynamic process whereby multilingual language users mediate complex social and cognitive activities through the strategic use of multiple semiotic resources to act, to know, and to be" (García & Li, 2014), has gained prominence as a transformative concept in languag...