Browsing Proceedings 2020: 16th Annual Symposium on Graduate Research and Scholarly Projects by Title
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16th Annual Symposium on Graduate Research and Scholarly Projects
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A case report of uterine carcinosarcoma, a rare malignancy
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)INTRODUCTION: Uterine cancer is the fourth most common cancer among North American women and its incidence has been steadily increasing since 1999. A majority of these malignancies invade the innermost layer of the uterus, ... -
A laryngeal attack of hereditary angioedema: A case report
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)INTRODUCTION: Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is an immunodeficiency disease involving potentially life-threatening bradykinin-mediated attacks of cutaneous, gastrointestinal, or laryngeal swelling. Attacks may be spontaneous ... -
An incidental finding of Budd-Chiari Syndrome due to malignancy: A case report
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)INTRODUCTION: Budd-Chiari syndrome (BCS) is a rare disorder with a non-specific presentation caused by an obstruction of the hepatic vein outflow tract. A prompt and accurate diagnosis of BCS can help guide healthcare ... -
Application of helical carbon nanotubes for the improvement of mechanical properties of laminated composites and bonded joints
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)Composites materials are widely used in variety of high-performance engineering applications such as in aerospace, marine, renewable energy, sporting, and automotive industries. The use of composite materials has been ... -
Assessment of health care professionals' attitudes and knowledge about older adults
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)INTRODUCTION: The aging population is continuing to increase in size and so are their healthcare needs. Healthcare professionals' knowledge of and attitudes toward the health and well-being of this population may affect ... -
Associations of pickleball-playing with cognition among older adults: A six and 18-month longitudinal study
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)INTRODUCTION: Inevitably, physical and cognitive abilities decline with age. The population of those over the age of 65 is currently doubling, so care of this population needs to increase (Passel & Cohn, 2008). Cognitive ... -
Bismuth sulfide and PEDOT: PSS as cost effective counter electrode materials for Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)As the energy infrastructure of nations is moving to renewable energy sources out of concern of climate change, solar energy appears to be a large exploitable resource that can be harnessed on a large scale. However, the ... -
Breast is best: Breastfeeding curriculum for physician assistants
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)Infants who are breastfed have a reduced risk of ear, gastrointestinal, urinary and respiratory tract infections, as well as decreased risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, diabetes, obesity, and allergic diseases. ... -
Building bridges and strengthening bonds: Hispanic family engagement and student activity
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)This qualitative case study examined perceptions of ways in which Hispanic family engagement influenced Hispanic student achievement in a Midwestern school district. Using work in Social Capital Theory from Bourdieu, Putnam, ... -
Common symptoms in a rare vascular disorder: A case report of Immunoglobulin A vasculitis
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)INTRODUCTION: Immunoglobulin A vasculitis (IgAV), formerly known as Henoch-Schönlein purpura, is the most common form of systemic vasculitis in pediatric patients and often presents with symptoms that lend themselves to ... -
Comparative pitch analysis in young children with and without Autism Spectrum Disorder
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)INTRODUCTION: Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) often experience delayed speech development. Current research shows that ASD is associated with atypical vocal quality. Early signs of ASD include difficulties ... -
Design of a low-pressure pneumatically actuated soft robotic glove to facilitate bilateral training in stroke rehabilitation
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)Stroke is one of the leading causes of long-term disability worldwide. As a result of this injury, many stroke survivors will experience some degree of paralysis immediately after the injury, such as lost hand motor function. ... -
Determinants of money supply in Nepal
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)INTRODUCTION: The Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal is one of the least developed nations in the world. Following a long history of political instability due to Maoist insurgency and governmental instability as well as ... -
Devices to assist Parkinson's patients with activities of daily living
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)Parkinson's Disease (PD) is the most prevalent motor disorder in the world, affecting approximately 1% of the population aged greater than 60 years old. It causes difficulty with daily hygiene, gait, movements, eating, and ... -
Diagnosing tetraplegic functional neurologic symptom disorder (conversion disorder) in the emergency room: A case report
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)INTRODUCTION: Functional neurologic symptom disorder (conversion disorder) is a psychiatric condition manifested by neurologic symptoms incongruent to neurological pathophysiology. Symptoms are common in neurologic and ... -
Does palladin bind to monomeric actin?
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)Every cell has a cytoskeleton that in eukaryotes contains microfilaments composed of actin subunits. Actin is one of the most abundant proteins in the cell and is crucial for vital cellular processes such as cell motility, ... -
Ecological succession of the microbial community of a spacecraft assembly facility in enriched brines relevant to Mars
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)Life detection missions to Mars should be as free of microbial organisms as possible to avoid transporting contaminants on spacecraft surfaces. Any microbes that make the trip to Mars or the round-trip back to Earth may ... -
Effect of posterior pelvic tilt exercise on strength and endurance of core musculature
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)INTRODUCTION: A posterior pelvic tilt is typically discouraged in terms of posture. However, due to the muscles of the core that are firing both concentrically and eccentrically while completing a posterior pelvic tilt, ... -
Effects of home exercise balance program with progression to wobble board on Biodex testing and hoverboard time trials
(Wichita State University, 2020-05-01)INTRODUCTION: Hoverboards have become increasingly popular over the past few years. Although hoverboards can lead to injury, they can be used therapeutically to assess balance. This paper explores the use of balance exercises ...