Student Stories of Library-Assisted Research

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The collection consists of student essays honored with the Library Research Award (LRA).
Established in 2024 by the Dean's Leadership Council, the LRA acknowledges exceptional scholarship and effective research strategies demonstrated by undergraduate and graduate students. Awarded annually at the conclusion of the Spring semester, this recognition highlights use of library resources, services, and facilities. Within this collection, you'll find winning essays that exemplify the dedication and academic expertise of our students. Explore these essays to gain insight into their research methodologies and discoveries.

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    Leveraging Library Resources for Undergraduate Research in Biomedical Engineering
    (Wichita State University, 2024-05-23) Coffman, Lauren; Spinelli, Taylor; Lozano, Marcell
    This essay highlights the significant role of the Ablah Library in supporting undergraduate research in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Wichita State University. The group project "Cardiovascular Health Monitoring Using Multiple Conformal Photoplethysmography Devices for Use in Spaceflight" for BME 590 Independent Study and Research, guided by Dr. Yongkuk Lee, leverages the library's extensive resources. SmartSearch has been instrumental in sourcing credible and up-to-date articles, facilitating students' research on photoplethysmography (PPG) for cardiovascular health monitoring. The library's filtering capabilities and free access to full-text articles have been invaluable, especially given the limited budget. Additionally, the availability of group collaboration spaces and technical support has been crucial for preparing presentations for URCAF and NASA. The low-cost color printing services further enhance students' ability to visualize and annotate research materials. Overall, the Ablah Library has significantly contributed to the efficiency and success of the students' research efforts.
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    Empowering Innovation: The Role of the Ablah Library in My Doctoral Research on Space Technology
    (Wichita State University, 2024-05-23) Khan, Talha
    This essay details the important role of the Ablah Library in supporting the academic and research endeavors of a doctoral student at Wichita State University. It highlights the extensive resources, services, and facilities provided by the library, which were instrumental in the execution of a NASA-supported project on manufacturing thermal and water management systems for novel space technology. The essay emphasizes the assistance of knowledgeable library staff, access to advanced technological infrastructure, and the inclusive scholarly community fostered by the library. It concludes with an acknowledgment of the library's indispensable contribution to the student's academic success and intellectual growth.