Higher Education as the Door to a Wider World: Oakland High School Leadership Seminar 2013

The goal of this service-learning project was to identify high school students who may not think they have the opportunity for a higher education. The theme was higher education as the door to a wider world. Messages shared gave these young adults skills to increase their self-confidence and become better leaders at school and at home. Speakers were carefully selected as those who have experienced life’s hardships while following their dreams. Speakers gave hope to the Lafayette, Indiana Oakland High School Government class that anything is possible. Oakland students are starving for the tools that will make their life’s journey smoother, and it is our intent to help them through service-learning projects. In spring 2014, service-learning events were expanded to include Jefferson High School (also in Lafayette, Indiana) with the goal of adding two additional high schools in the near future. Through service-learning, we are looking for brilliant leaders in unexpected places, and, in return, we are getting unexpected returns. How does someone stay inspired to teach young adults? Look into the eyes of these students after one of our seminars and you will find the answer

Security Patch Management - An Overview of the Patching Process and its Challenges in Norwegian Businesses

Cyber-attacks are growing more frequent and sophisticated, and they are impacting businesses of all sizes. This encourages businesses to utilize safe, flaw-free systems, making them less susceptible to cyber-attacks. The issue is that no system is flawless, and a substantial number of security flaws are discovered regularly. To ensure the system's security, patches are distributed and implemented. Patches can be complicated and implementing them in systems can be difficult. This thesis seeks to identify the challenges that make the patching process challenging and to propose potential solutions. This thesis was conducted utilizing a qualitative research strategy and methods such as a systematic literature review, to identify existing patching challenges identified by previous research. We conducted interviews with business professionals who were familiar with the patching procedure and had understanding of cybersecurity. The majority of our interviewees were managers with additional expertise leading patching teams. Prior study indicated various challenges in the field of patching and urged further investigation into the issue of patching. Our findings correlated with the current challenges identified by prior research, and we uncovered important new challenges, such as the fact that patches for major vulnerabilities have a tendency to be released just before a holiday, and that legacy systems are notoriously difficult to patch and are sometimes not patched at all. The significance of planning, organization, and communication in the patching process posed additional challenges. The contribution of this thesis to the patching topic is that we have identified "Planned patch delay" as a patch policy that contributes to a high security posture, provides time for patch planning, and mitigates a number of the challenges that might arise during the patching process. Keywords: Patch, Security patching, Patch challenges, Patch legacy, Patch meetings, Patch policy, Patch prioritization, Patch proces

Security Patch Management - An Overview of the Patching Process and its Challenges in Norwegian Businesses

Cyber-attacks are growing more frequent and sophisticated, and they are impacting businesses of all sizes. This encourages businesses to utilize safe, flaw-free systems, making them less susceptible to cyber-attacks. The issue is that no system is flawless, and a substantial number of security flaws are discovered regularly. To ensure the system's security, patches are distributed and implemented. Patches can be complicated and implementing them in systems can be difficult. This thesis seeks to identify the challenges that make the patching process challenging and to propose potential solutions. This thesis was conducted utilizing a qualitative research strategy and methods such as a systematic literature review, to identify existing patching challenges identified by previous research. We conducted interviews with business professionals who were familiar with the patching procedure and had understanding of cybersecurity. The majority of our interviewees were managers with additional expertise leading patching teams. Prior study indicated various challenges in the field of patching and urged further investigation into the issue of patching. Our findings correlated with the current challenges identified by prior research, and we uncovered important new challenges, such as the fact that patches for major vulnerabilities have a tendency to be released just before a holiday, and that legacy systems are notoriously difficult to patch and are sometimes not patched at all. The significance of planning, organization, and communication in the patching process posed additional challenges. The contribution of this thesis to the patching topic is that we have identified "Planned patch delay" as a patch policy that contributes to a high security posture, provides time for patch planning, and mitigates a number of the challenges that might arise during the patching process. Keywords: Patch, Security patching, Patch challenges, Patch legacy, Patch meetings, Patch policy, Patch prioritization, Patch proces

A Two-test Protocol for the Precise Determination of the Maximal Lactate Steady State

International Journal of Exercise Science 11(4): 681-695, 2018. The purpose of this study was to determine the efficacy of a two-test method for precisely identifying the Maximal Lactate Steady State (MLSS). Eight male competitive cyclists performed two bouts on a cycle ergometer. Following a maximal oxygen consumption (O2max) test (66.91 ± 5.29 mL∙kg-1∙min-1) we identified the lactate deflection point using the visual deflection (TVis), Log-Log (TLog), Dmax (TDmax), RER = 1.00 (TRER), ventilatory threshold (TVent), and the 1.0 mmol·L-1 increase above baseline (T+1) methods. The second incremental test (SIT) consisted of 6-7 stages (5 min each) starting 20-30 W below to 20-30 W above the predetermined deflection point, in 10 W increments. Comparison of the two tests yielded different threshold estimates (range 11-46W) for all methods (P = 0.001-0.019) except the TLog (P = 0.194) and TRER (P = 0.100). The SIT resulted in significantly (P = 0.007) more narrow range of thresholds (27.5 ± 11.01W) compared to the O2max test (70 ± 42.51W). The TVis from the SIT was identified as the MLSS and was verified using three 45-minute steady-state exercise bouts at 95%, 100%, and 105% of MLSS intensity (average increment 12.8 W). Blood lactate and O2 were recorded every 5 minutes and differed between the three intensities at every time point (P \u3c 0.001). O2 increased from the 5th to the 45th minute by 7.02 mL∙kg-1∙min-1 (100% MLSS), 3.63 mL∙kg-1∙min-1 (95% MLSS) and 7.5 mL∙kg-1∙min-1 (105% MLSS, to the 30th minute). These results indicate that the MLSS was identified correctly by the SIT, the single incremental test overestimated the MLSS intensity, and the TVis provides a very accurate determination of the lactate breakpoint. The use of a second submaximal test is required for a precise identification of MLSS

Factors that influence perforator thrombosis and predict healing with perforator sclerotherapy for venous ulceration without axial reflux

ObjectiveRefluxing perforators contribute to venous ulceration. We sought to describe patient characteristics and procedural factors that (1) impact rates of incompetent perforator vein (IPV) thrombosis with ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy (UGS) and (2) impact the healing of venous ulcers (CEAP 6) without axial reflux.MethodsA retrospective review of UGS of IPV injections from January 2010 to November 2012 identified 73 treated venous ulcers in 62 patients. Patients had no other superficial or axial reflux and were treated with standard wound care and compression. Ultrasound imaging was used to screen for refluxing perforators near ulcer(s). These were injected with sodium tetradecyl sulfate or polidocanol foam and assessed for thrombosis at 2 weeks. Demographic data, comorbidities, treatment details, and outcomes were analyzed. Univariate and multivariable modeling was performed to determine covariates predicting IPV thrombosis and ulcer healing.ResultsThere were 62 patients (55% male; average age, 57.1 years) with active ulcers for an average of 28 months with compression therapy before perforator treatment, and 36% had a history of deep venous thrombosis and 30% had deep venous reflux. At a mean follow-up of 30.2 months, ulcers healed in 32 patients (52%) and did not heal in 30 patients (48%). Ulcers were treated with 189 injections, with an average thrombosis rate of 54%. Of 73 ulcers, 43 ulcers (59%) healed, and 30 (41%) did not heal. The IPV thrombosis rate was 69% in patients whose ulcers healed vs 38% in patients whose ulcers did not heal (P < .001). Multivariate models demonstrated male gender (P = .03) and warfarin use (P = .01) negatively predicted thrombosis of IPVs. A multivariate model for ulcer healing found complete IPV thrombosis was a positive predictor (P = .02), whereas a large initial ulcer area was a negative predictor (P = .08). Increased age was associated with fewer ulcer recurrences (P = .05). Predictors of increased ulcer recurrences were hypertension (P = .04) and increased follow-up time (P = .02). Calf vein thrombosis occurred after 3% (six of 189) of injections.ConclusionsThrombosis of IPVs with UGS increases venous ulcer healing in a difficult patient population. Complete closure of all IPVs in an ulcerated limb was the only predictor of ulcer healing. Men and patients taking warfarin have decreased rates of IPV thrombosis with UGS

Genomic approaches to understanding population divergence and speciation in birds

© 2016 American Ornithologists\u27 Union. The widespread application of high-throughput sequencing in studying evolutionary processes and patterns of diversification has led to many important discoveries. However, the barriers to utilizing these technologies and interpreting the resulting data can be daunting for first-time users. We provide an overview and a brief primer of relevant methods (e.g., whole-genome sequencing, reduced-representation sequencing, sequence-capture methods, and RNA sequencing), as well as important steps in the analysis pipelines (e.g., loci clustering, variant calling, whole-genome and transcriptome assembly). We also review a number of applications in which researchers have used these technologies to address questions related to avian systems. We highlight how genomic tools are advancing research by discussing their contributions to 3 important facets of avian evolutionary history. We focus on (1) general inferences about biogeography and biogeographic history, (2) patterns of gene flow and isolation upon secondary contact and hybridization, and (3) quantifying levels of genomic divergence between closely related taxa. We find that in many cases, high-throughput sequencing data confirms previous work from traditional molecular markers, although there are examples in which genome-wide genetic markers provide a different biological interpretation. We also discuss how these new data allow researchers to address entirely novel questions, and conclude by outlining a number of intellectual and methodological challenges as the genomics era moves forward

Beta-strength and anti-neutrino spectra from total absorption spectroscopy of a decay chain \u3csup\u3e142\u3c/sup\u3eCs→\u3csup\u3e142\u3c/sup\u3e Ba →\u3csup\u3e142\u3c/sup\u3eLa

Beta decays of mass A = 142 isobaric chain starting from 142Cs have been investigated by means of Modular Total Absorption Spectrometer (MTAS) and on-line mass separation at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The beta strength distribution derived for 142Cs decay from MTAS spectra is showing significant differences in β-feeding pattern when compared to the values listed at nuclear databases. MTAS results are shifting the associated anti-neutrino energy spectrum towards lower energies. A decay pattern deduced for 142Ba is similar to earlier reported results

POR UNA CULTURA DE PAZ: UNA MIRADA DESDE LAS CIENCIAS DE LA CONDUCTA

En
 virtud
 de
 lo
 anterior,
 los
 estudiosos
 de
 las
 ciencias
 de
 la
 conducta
 
de
 la
 Universidad
Autónoma 
del
 Estado 
de 
México,

ante 
la
persistencia
 y 
proliferación
 de
 estos 
hechos
 en
 diversas
 partes
 del
Mundo
 y
 de
 nuestro 
país 
en 
particular, se
 convocó
 a
 los
 estudiosos
 interesados
 y
 a
 la
 sociedad
 en
 general
 a
 presentar
 trabajos
 para
 analizar,
 debatir
 y
 proponer
 estrategias
 de
 acción
 y
 dirección,
 que
 fortalezcan
 una
 convivencia y bienestar con sentido humanista para una cultura de paz. El
 presente
 texto
 es
 producto
 de 
esta convocatoria 
que
 recoge 
los
trabajos 
de 

los
 interesados 
en 
la
 temática,

 de
 diferentes 
países
(España,
Argentina,
Cuba,
Brasil,
Costa
 Rica
 y
 México)
 retomando
 con
 ello
 sus
 experiencias
 relativas
 al
 estudio,
 análisis,
 comprensión
 e
 instrumentación
 de
 la
 cultura
 de
 paz
 en
 los
 distintos
 ámbitos
 institucionales
 en
 los
 que
 participan:
 educativo,
 salud,
 penitenciario,
 social,
laboral,
familia,
alimentario,
psicológico,
por 
mencionar 
algunos.
 El
 presente
 libro,
 propicia
 un
 espacio
 de
 reflexión,
 diálogo
 y
 posicionamiento
 de
 las 
ciencias 
de 
la 
conducta
 para 
la 
apropiación,
análisis,
debate
 y 
propuestas 
que
 fortalezcan 
una
 cultura
 de 
paz
 a
través
 de 
la
 convivencia 
y
 el 
bienestar
 social 
con
 sentido 
humanista.
El
 sistema 
económico
 neoliberal
 y 
el 
proceso
 de 
globalización 
han
 contribuido
al
 logro
 de
 avances
 significativos
 en
 la
 ciencia
 y
 la
 tecnología,
 pero
 también
 han
 propiciado
 la
 polarización
 de
 las
 sociedades
 lo
 que
 ha
 impactado
 de
 manera
 negativa
 a
 la
 sociedad
 en
 su
 conjunto,
 pero
 en
 mayor
 medida
 a
 los grupos
 vulnerables. Dicha
 polarización
 ha
 traído
 consigo
 un
 desarrollo
 desigual
 del
 mundo
 que
 se
 expresa
 de
 diferentes
 maneras
 tanto
 en
 países
 desarrollados
 como
 en
 los
 llamados
 del
 tercer
 mundo,
 en
 donde
 no
 están
 satisfechas
 las
 necesidades
 humanas 
elementales
 de
 todos 
los
sectores 
de 
la 
población,
siempre 
falta 
algo. 
Si 
a
 esto 
le
 sumamos 
los
conflictos
 internacionales por
 diferentes
 motivos
 que
 enfrentan
 algunas
 naciones,
 una
 insuficiente
 cobertura
 educativa
 y
 de
 salud,

 desempleo
 y
 pobreza 
extrema,
 entre 
otras
 cosas; 
estamos
 frente
 a
retos 
de
 gran
 envergadura
 para
 los
 gobiernos,
 para
 los
 estudiosos
 y
 para
 la
 sociedad
 civil
 en
 general. Uno 
de 
los
 intentos
 para
 frenar 
y prevenir 
la
 agudización
 de 
estas 
problemáticas
 es
 la
 cultura 
de 
paz,
cuyo
 estudio
y propuestas 
han 
ido 
avanzando 
en 
diferentes
 sentidos 
y 
de 
manera 
favorable,
el 
tema 
está 
presente 
en 
diferentes 
Organismos
 Internacionales
 como
 la
 ONU,
 la
 UNESCO,
 la
 OCDE,
 El
 Banco
 Mundial,
 entre
 otros.
 Pero
 falta 
mucho 
por 
hacer.Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Méxic

una mirada desde las Ciencias de la Conducta

Este libro es el resultado de los trabajos presentados en el 1er Congreso Internacional "Convivencia y bienestar con sentido humanista para una cultura de paz"