The Type 1 Diabetes research group focuses on how bacteria in the intestines affect the onset of Diabetes in non-obese Diabetic Mice(NOD). Histology is the main focus of our research which is used to see in to these organs to visualize the bacteria and what is happening within tissue cells. Many stains and antibodies are […]
A41: A Data-driven Response to Breaking Patterns of Sexual Assaults on Campus
Miami University, like many institutions, is subject to Title IX regulations which mandate a timely response to sexual assaults and public access to reporting data through the Clery Act. This publicly available data of reported campus sexual assaults (CSA) can and should inform improvements in CSA awareness and targeted prevention programs at Miami University. However, […]
A42:”So, Someone You Know Is Queer”
Author: Lucia Morello, Individualized Studies and Zoology Major
A43: Striatal Cholinergic Interneurons Influence Ethanol Drinking
Heavy alcohol use and binge drinking are important contributors to alcohol use disorder (AUD). The endogenous opioid system has been implicated in alcohol consumption and preference in both humans and animals. The mu opioid receptor (MOR) is expressed on multiple cells in the striatum, however little is known about the contributions of specific MOR populations […]
A44: It Gives You a Really Great Feeling, Knowing That What You’re Doing is Making Somebody’s Day:Provider Perspectives …
Background: The Individualized Positive Psychosocial Interaction (IPPI) is an evidence-based program that supports engaging people living with dementia in the nursing home (NH) and their care partners in brief, one-to-one, preference-based activities to improve well-being and decrease behavioral and psychosocial symptoms of dementia (BPSD).Objective: The purpose of this study was to understand barriers and facilitators […]
A45: A Study on the Transition Between Paganism and Christianity
When setting out on this research project I wanted to focus on how religion impacted a certain time period in history. Through this guideline I landed on the topic of the period of time that Europe began to transition from the native Pagan religions to Christianity. I also wanted to focus on how this transition […]
A46: Is There an Association Between Using WIC Benefits During Pregnancy and Diagnosis for Gestational Diabetes?
This public health study was conducted to better understand who utilizes food assistance from the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). It investigates the association between use of WIC benefits and diagnosis for gestational diabetes among pregnant women. Findings could indicate the effectiveness of WIC for promoting health, as well as […]
A47: Is There an Association Between Race and the Type of Delivery Among Women in the United States?
The connection between race and type of delivery has been an increasing public health concern for many years. It is significant because cesarean deliveries are more risky for both mother and baby. This research project analyzes the association between race and type of delivery among women in the United States. We used data (2017-2018 cycle) […]
A49: Impact of Climate Change on Sus scrofa Distribution in North America
The connection between race and type of delivery has been an increasing public health concern for many years. It is significant because cesarean deliveries are more risky for both mother and baby. This research project analyzes the association between race and type of delivery among women in the United States. We used data (2017-2018 cycle) […]
A50: Investigating Methods of Controlling Weight of 4MMCA-PDA Polyimines for Electronic Applications
The Air Force has recently gained interest in using polyimines to synthesize Covalent Organic Frameworks (COFs) for electronic applications. However, COFs are difficult to process into the thin films and membranes that are needed for electronic devices due to their low solubility. 4MMCA-PDA is a novel linear polyimine with great solubility in common organic solvents […]