A comparison of postural performance and kinematics between collegiate sprinters and non-sprinters

The purpose of this study was to compare the postural differences and kinematics between sprinters and non-sprinters. It was hypothesized that sprinters differed from non-sprinter in a forefoot and flat-foot conditions in static balance and in center of mass (CoM) displacement during a 40m sprint. 16 male collegiate (community college) sprinters and 18 male non-sprinters (kinesiology students) were used. The subjects were tested using center of pressure (CoP) for the static test. A force platform (Wii Balance Board) was used to obtain CoP data in the form of CoP length in the mediolateral (M/L) direction. Three 30 second trials were obtained for each static condition. The subjects were also tested measuring CoM displacement (mid-point of the foot and CoM in the M/L direction). One trial of a 40-meter sprint was recorded (Casio; 120 Hz). Statistical testing included Independent t-test to determine the differences between sprinters and non-sprinters with alpha set to α=.05. It was hypothesized the sprinters would exhibit greater postural control than non-sprinters. In the forefoot and flatfoot stance in the M/L direction, sprinters exhibited significantly better postural control, flatfoot (p = .009), forefoot (p = .015). In CoM displacement during the 40m sprint, sprinters exhibited greater postural control (p = .000). In conclusion, findings confirm our hypothesis that sprinters will exhibit greater postural control in all conditions

Review of SPORTDiscus with Full Text. EBSCO

EBSCO’s platform, EBSCOhost, delivers their proprietary SPORTDiscus with Full Text database that includes full text for sports, sports medicine and sports management journals, and sports literature. EBSCO acquired the database from the Sport Information Resource Centre in Ottawa, Canada in 2005. Oldest citations start as early as the 17th century. There is some full text coverage starting as early as 1900’s. EBSCO provides a database-specific thesaurus and a variety of EBSCOhost indexes. EBSCOhost default “Fields” search automatically pulls citations from the various indexes, effectively offering a simplified search retrieval for its intended audience of higher education undergraduate students and graduate researchers

Ulva australis metadata

Metadata for paper "The effects of pH and ammonium enrichment on Ulva australis" for submission to the journal PLOSONE

Microaggressions survey - qualitative data

Qualitative data related to study on microaggressions from Teaching Faculty towards Academic Librarians based solely on academic status

Instagram - a culprit of eating disorders

Problem SignificanceEating disorders are severe health conditions that can result in death due to unhealthy eating behaviors over an extended period. Each year, there are roughly 10,200 eating-disordered related deaths with a $64.7 billion cost to the economy. The three types of eating disorders are binge eating disorder, anorexia nervous, and bulimia nervosa. Eating disorders is more likely to occur in women than men.Analysis and ObjectivesUsing the Socio-Ecological Model, the following determinants were identified as factors influencing eating disorders among women ages 18 to 45 – low self-esteem, gender, lack of control in life, relationships, cultural norms, social media, and policies. Social media usage, specifically Instagram, has been identified to strongly influence eating disorders. In order to develop a proposal that addresses this factor, it was necessary to understand the magnitude of Instagram's influence on eating disorders.Intervention (Solution) ProposalThe proposed intervention includes a two-day workshop series with women ages 18 – 45 that use Instagram. The workshops aim to increase knowledge of eating disorders and develop skills to cross-examine an Instagram post for potential negative influences.Recommendations and ConclusionsIt is important to prioritize eating disorders as a Public Health issue because it does not discriminate and can impact anyone. Future research should include understanding the influence other social media apps have on eating disorders as similar content is often shared. By developing the skills and knowledge to combat Instagram's influence, women will no longer feel the need to engage in disordered eating behaviors

PSYCHOEDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS WHO GRIEVE THE LOSS OF A PARENT

This project was intended to fill the gap in the lack of services to support college students that grieve the loss of a parent/caregiver. This writer developed and implemented a workshop entitled, Psychoeducational Workshop for College Students Who Grieve the Loss of A Parent. The project was intended to support grieving college students' mental health, well-being, and academics. The project was developed through a collaboration with grief experts such as the Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) on campus and Jessica's House to present available grief services for college students. This project provided participants with educational information regarding grief, healthy coping skills, available grief resources, and an art basket. The impact of grief on college students is significant and not discussed enough to the point where more grief support services should be implemented

Public Administration Strategies and Policy Solutions for Managing Deteriorating Urban Road Infrastructure

This study investigates how local agencies can allocate resources effectively to manage deteriorating urban road infrastructure through proactive maintenance strategies, public-private partnerships (PPPs), and data-driven decision-making. Addressing the growing challenges of aging infrastructure, limited budgets, and insufficient maintenance planning, the research highlights the need for practical guidance in implementing these strategies at the local level. A systematic literature review analyzed research on proactive maintenance, PPPs, and data-driven management practices, focusing on their contributions to sustainability, cost efficiency, and optimized resource allocation. Findings confirm that proactive maintenance reduces long-term costs, extends infrastructure lifespan, and minimizes costly reactive repairs. PPPs share financial and operational risks, promote private sector innovation, and encourage sustainable practices, while predictive analytics improve planning by forecasting maintenance needs and reducing disruptions. Despite these benefits, challenges such as political resistance, data limitations, and lack of exploration of PPPs in long-term maintenance hinder effective planning. Policymakers are encouraged to prioritize proactive maintenance and integrate data analytics to ensure efficient use of public funds

Early Intervention for Postpartum Depression in Women With a History of Depression

Postpartum depression (PPD) is a significant public health concern affecting approximately 10-20% of new mothers worldwide. PPD goes beyond the "baby blues" and involves intense feelings of sadness, anxiety, and exhaustion that can interfere with a mother's ability to care for herself and her baby. Left untreated, PPD can lead to long-term consequences for both the mother and child, including delays in the child's emotional and cognitive development and strained family relationships. Recognizing and addressing PPD is essential to fostering healthy parent-child bonds, promoting mental health, and reducing stigma. The aim of this evidence-based project is early detection of PPD by implementing early screening, comprehensive screenings, early intervention, and referrals, in a clinical setting. By synthesizing current research and integrating data from recent clinical trials, the initiative seeks to improve current practices in the hopes of improving maternal mental health outcomes. The anticipated outcomes include increased screening rates, earlier diagnosis, and improved postpartum well-being for mothers and families. This project underscores the importance of addressing PPD as a preventable and treatable condition to foster healthier beginnings for mothers and their children

Embracing Resilience: The Voices of Self-Determination, Healing, and Rediscovery of Self-Worth and Hope In For Colared Girls Who Have Considered Suicide/When the Rainbow Is Enuf

This article aims to investigate the motif of self-determination of hope and healing from the humiliated and oppressed women in For Colored Girls/ Who Have Considered Suicide/ When the Rainbow Is Enuf. Ntozake Shange is an African American writer in the US who has contributed to the persistent prejudices about black women and their bodies. For ages, black woman's bodies have been subjected to historical representations of their entanglement with slavery. The black women's voices are simultaneously treated as subjects of exploitation, supposition, and sub-humanization. Black bodies were forced into a process of oppressive system, which in turn promoted several stereotyped and disparaging images. Most unheard of, they were the only group described as "masculine," the only group and class of women seen as sex symbols. Black women were viewed as laborers, breeders, and objects of desire for white males. Black women's key concerns are poverty, marginalization, discrimination in the workplace, and powerlessness. Women of color have broken their long standing silence by sharing their tales of how they went from being invisible to visible and insecure to alert. They are winners despite having been wronged. Her play challenges conventional discourse by bringing the impossible to life and calling upon the obscure