Browsing URCAF Abstracts 2022 by Issue Date
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Measuring the abundance of airborne halotolerant microbes
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-15)Biogeography studies have shown that microbes can travel long distances in the atmosphere and spread globally. Microbes appear to have no obvious geographical barriers. Baas Becking stated, “everything is everywhere, the ... -
Educating pregnant women and their children on oral hygiene
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-15)Problem Statement: The lack of oral health education in pregnant women and their children is an overarching concern and the implementation of specific educationalbased programs may provide improvements in this population. ... -
Understanding thermostat usage behavior for energy efficient building systems
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-15)Residential buildings account for 20% of the nation’s total energy consumption. Although residential buildings represent a high energy demand, their high energy saving potential has not been reached. One of the most ... -
All aboard for healthy smiles
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-15)Purpose: This educational program was to understand health disparities in Hispanic communities, specifically children and to provide education and access and care to this community. Methods: Search for oral health disparities ... -
Effects of boric acid on electrospun sulfonated PEEK
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-15)A growing number of flying hours dictates an improved safety level of crew, staff, passengers, and valuable assets. Improved material usage in the interior, as well as the structure of the airplane, is crucial. Flame-resistant ... -
Food systems modelling: Spatio-temporal access to healthy food in sedgwick county
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-15)The purpose of this study was to make a gritty examination of the availability of Healthy food in Sedgwick County using the availability of time and the geographical location. Initially, the hours of stores in Sedgwick ... -
Accessibility of treatment and resources for gestational diabetes in Sedgwick county
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-15)Gestational diabetes is diabetes in pregnant women. These women have an increased risk of fetal and maternal complication. Women with gestational diabetes need to have access to treatment and resources that will decrease ... -
Dawn
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-15)https://photos.app.goo.gl/keZxPfBNwrjNqVFM6 I have attached a video link to my composition "Dawn" performed by the Wichita State Concert Chorale, conducted by myself. -
Upper arm rehabilitation exoskeleton design and assessment
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-15)Patients who have suffered severe damage to their nervous system, as caused by diseases such as stroke, sclerosis, or cerebral palsy, often experience spasticity. Spasticity is marked by forced contraction of the muscles, ... -
Watching actin grow to help understand cancer metastasis
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-15)The actin-associated human protein palladin plays a pivotal role in cytoskeletal organization in normal and cancerous cells. In pancreatic and breast cancer cell lines, palladin expression levels have been shown to ... -
Program planning project
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-15)Nursing home residents frequently require partial or complete assistance in conducting activities of daily living, including oral care. They often house individuals that use oral prosthetics like removable partials and ... -
Investigating infrared nonlinear optical chalcohalides with distorted Ge3S9 clusters
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-15)Nonlinear optical (NLO) materials in the infrared range are an essential part of the harmonic conversion process to expand the wavelength range of solid state lasers. Current IR NLO materials possess certain drawbacks ... -
IL-6 levels during BFR exercise in older adults
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-15)One method to reduce the risk of falls and fall-related hospitalizations among older adults is to increase strength and muscular health. Heavy-weight resistance training is the standard exercise to build skeletal muscle ... -
Energy absorption of 3D printed lattice structures
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-15)3D printed lattice structures is a rapidly advancing subject in the biomedical and aerospace industries because of its multifunctional properties. In this study, the energy absorption capability of 3D printed lattice ... -
Microfossil analysis of a grinding stone from the Etzanoa archaeological site
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-15)The archaeological site known as Etzanoa (14CO3) was established by Ancestral Wichita peoples from roughly 1450 to 1715 CE along the Walnut River in Southern Kansas. In the summer of 2021 a metate, a type of grinding ... -
All as one
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-15)All as One, Sing as One. All as One is a choral piece for SATB voices, cello, and piano, that I wrote and composed during the midst of the pandemic. These words have meant so much to me as I dreamed about getting back ... -
Flexible, wireless smart wearable microelectronics for fall risk monitoring among older adults
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-15)Falling presents a serious health issue and financial burden for elderly people aged 65 years or older. According to the WHO Global Report, 28%-35% of adults 65 years or older experience fall related injuries more than ... -
Fabrication of solid state electrodes for use in noninvasive sweat sensor
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-15)Healthcare for a wide variety of illnesses ultimately requires some form of bloodwork, which can often be painful or stressful. Conversely, human sweat contains biomarkers that can indicate a patient’s current glucose ... -
Structure-guided design and synthesis of SARS-COV-2 3CL protease inhibitors
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-15)There is a need for a diversified portfolio of direct-acting antivirals that can be used in the treatment and management of SARS-CoV-2 infections to complement the use of vaccines and monoclonal antibodies. The research ... -
Six-month size variation in maize starch with different glycerin concentrations
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-15)Starch granule analysis allows archaeologists to identify botanic resources utilized by ancient peoples, informing about past foodways and subsistence strategies. As a relatively new archaeometric technique, not many ...