Polyphenylenes are molecules that are composed of benzene rings connected in a repeating pattern. Although extensive research has been done into one group of isomers, para-phenylenes, which is used in polymer chemistry, limited research has been done on the ortho-phenylenes. ortho-Phenylenes are conjugated chains of benzenes that have been found previously to form organized helical […]
A15-T: Effects of COVID-19 Policy and Communication on Pandemic Control in US Colleges
Our research is driven by the following question: how can universities and colleges in the United States better deal with the COVID-19 pandemic? We are interested in the impact of reopening methods for classes and housing, resource and information sharing with students, and other important university responsibilities. Following that, we will examine the challenges in […]
C13-T: In Vivo Imaging of Newt Lens Regeneration: Novel Insights Into the Regeneration Process
Newts are an exquisite salamander with unique capability of regenerating most of its tissues and organ. Its lens among all other body parts are the most significant, given when original lens is damaged or lost, a new fully functional lens would be regenerated regardless of age or repeated damage. Our research group has been focused […]
C23-P: Nitro Substituent Effects on Conformational Folding Behavior of ortho-Phenylene Hexamers
Oligomers can acquire precise alternate structures that fold into intricate secondary conformations with various functionalities, also known as foldamers. Not until recently has research been conducted on polyphenylenes that possess ortho connectivity compared to polyphenylenes in the para and meta positions. The purpose of our current study is to assemble oP6(NO2)2A, oP6(NO2)4A, oP6(NO2)2B and oP6(NO2)4B […]
B56-P: COVID-19 in the Heart and the Nervous System
The COVID-19 virus is known to have various effects on the body, both long and short term. This project, an assignment for BIO 203W: Introduction to Cell Biology, examines the effects of COVID on the heart and the nervous system. Information was sourced from news articles and journals through the Miami University library system, with […]
B10-T: Exploring Family Resilience During the COVID-19 Pandemic
This study was conducted to explore the ways in which the COVID-19 pandemic impacted families during April to May 2020. Specifically, this study aimed to explore how individuals and families were coping with social isolation and lifestyle changes. We sought to identify how psychosocial predictors influenced individuals’ levels of perceived stress under social isolation and […]
B13-T: Case Study Analysis of Community Art Programs for Incarcerated Youth
Social interaction, according to American Philosopher John Dewey, is inherently social in nature. For the nearly 60,000 incarcerated youth in the United States, social relationships with the outside world are severely limited. When coupled with the additional adversities that the majority of justice-involved youth face, including learning disabilities, mental health issues, underfunded prior schooling, and […]
C08-T: The Gentrification of Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio: The Effect on Long Term and Lower-Income Residents
This case study explores the relationship between gentrification and city residents, and fits into the fields of sociology, urban planning, and social justice. Our research question is: How have long term and lower-income residents of Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio have been affected by the recent gentrification of the area? Over-the-Rhine, a predominantly lower-income neighborhood, has been […]
B34-P: Chlamydomonas sp. ICE -MDV growth and photosynthetic ability under various stress conditions
Our field of research primarily includes Microbial Ecology, understanding microbial community structure and metabolic diversity in ecosystems based on the nutrients and environmental conditions that primarily drive the ecosystem functions. Antarctic lakes are a perfect resource for studying microorganisms, since the food web in the lake ecosystems consists of microorganisms that have acclimatized to extreme […]
A28-P: Characterizing the Role of NHE10 and NHE11 in Mammalian Sperm, A Transgenic Mouse Study
The James’ lab is focused on identifying and characterizing different proteins that are essential for male fertility. A specific family of proteins called Na+/H+ Exchangers (NHEs) are present in cells, and are known to regulate the internal pH of a cell. NHE10 is one Na+/H+ exchanger known to be expressed exclusively in sperm. Of particular […]