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Predicting Oocyte Quality and Embryo Outcomes for IVF
(2013-04-20)Background: There is considerable evidence of bidirectional communication between the oocyte and the surrounding granulosa cells (GC) within the maturing human ovarian follicle. Study of GC gene expression could provide ... -
The GDP, FDI and CO2 Triangle
(2013-04-20)This paper examines the impact of increased trade among nations on the components of environment, a dynamic relationship which has evolved over time and has far reaching multi-dimensional consequences. Skimming the broad ... -
Investigation of a Transdermal Delivery System for a Topical NSAID, Meloxicam, in Healthy Canines - a Pilot Study
(2013-04-20)Canine osteoarthritis (OA) is a complex chronic condition involving deterioration and inflammation of joint structures, leading to pain and decreased mobility. There are several oral and injectable nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory ... -
The Effect of Amorphous /crystalline Structure on the Solubility of SiO2-TiO2-CaO-SrO/Na2O Bioactive Glasses
(2013-04-20)Bioactive glasses give rise to numerous applications in repairing bone injury as they can develop a calcium phosphate surface layer and support osteoblast adhesion and growth. This project focuses on determining the effect ... -
Conservation Genetics of New York's Giant Salamander: The Eastern Hellbender
(2013-04-20)The hellbender, Cryptobranchus alleganiensis, is North America’s only giant salamander and is endemic to the eastern United States. Like many species of amphibians worldwide, hellbender populations are declining at alarming ... -
Dynamics of Triatomine Infestation in a Population of Houses
(2013-04-20)Trypanosoma cruzi, is the causal agent and parasite of Chagas disease, a neglected tropical disease transmitted mainly by blood-sucking triatomine insects in Latin America. Because of the unavailability of a cure for Chagas ... -
Let There Be Light: Advocating for Affordable Utility Rates for Low-Income Consumers
(2013-04-20)How does the PSC act to ensure just and reasonable utility rates for low income consumers, and how are they legally mandated to do so? This is a question that myself, my research partners and the ESWA would like to know ... -
Interactional Supervision: Examining Supervisors’ Perspectives of Supervision Approach’s Effectiveness
(2013-04-20)Social service agencies increasingly report high rates of staff turnover, deficiencies in quality of services, and impeded implementation of evidenced-based treatments (EBT). Research suggests that these organizational ... -
Is There Evidence to Support the use of Multi-sensory Interventions that Reduce Negative Behaviors Displayed by Patients with Dementia?
(2013-04-20)This PowerPoint presentation will describe a project seeking evidence to support the focused question: “Is there evidence to support the use of multi-sensory interventions that reduce negative behaviors displayed by patients ... -
Community Gardens and their Perceived Effects on Participants
(2013-04-20)Community gardens in the United States have emerged during periods of economic hardship. In the past, they gained momentum as “victory gardens” during World War II as means of supplementing domestic food supply (Draper, ... -
Family Psychoeducation as Evidence-based Intervention for Clients With Bipolar Disorder
(2013-04-20)Bipolar disorder is a serious mental illness, marked by symptoms including severe shifts in mood, energy levels, and ability to complete activities of daily living. These symptoms may lead to damaged relationships, problems ... -
Mothers as Consumers of Mental Health Services: Resource Utilization and Parenting Behaviors
(2013-04-20)Mental health services with mothers with mental illnesses can help to mitigate the effects that the mother’s symptoms have on the children in the home. Parenting classes for mothers with mental illnesses can teach positive ... -
Utilizing 21st Century Skills Within New York State Schools
(2013-04-20)This poster presents the data of students grade 3-12 and their technological use within a Monroe County School District. The data reflects information regarding all technology, including internet access in order to obtain ... -
Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Adults with Depression
(2013-04-20)This project explores Interpersonal Psychotherapy for adults with depression. IPT is diagnosis-targeted, time-limited, present-focused treatment that encourages the client to regain control of their mood and functioning. ... -
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
(2013-04-20)Dialectical Behavioral Therapy focuses on mindfulness techniques, (DBT) addressing maladaptive thought processes, and the acceptance of emotions and symptoms. While originally created for treatments with those with borderline ... -
Evidence Based Practice Research
(2013-04-20)I will be presenting Evidence Based Practice Research through my Evidence Based Practice graduate level course. The specific topic has yet to be determined -
A Current Study and Comparison of Realism and Romanticism in Europe
(2013-04-20)The following presentation is based on a comparative study of the artistic movements of Realism and Romanticism in early 19th century Europe. The object is to analyze how each movement affected politics and social hierarchy. ... -
Feast or Famine: Production Work on the Margins
(2013-04-20)My fieldwork focuses on the experience of Production Workers in Toronto’s theatre, television and concert production industry. The rapid on-demand and flexible use of labour in the production industry is supplied by several ... -
Impact of Drug Addiction in North Western India
(2013-04-20)According to the World Bank, economic development refers to the ‘qualitative change and restructuring in a country’s economy in connection with technological and social progress’. This presentation identifies impact of ... -
The Effects of Pulsed Alcohol Consumption on Mouse Mammary Tumorigenesis
(2013-04-20)Alcohol has been implicated as the only dietary factor that increases the risk of breast cancer in women. It is not known whether the effects of alcohol exposure are the same throughout the lifetime, or if alcohol exerts ...
