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“I don’t want to be here”: Perceptions of persistence among lgbtq+ students of color at predominantly white institutions of higher education
(2020-05)LGBTQ+ college students of color–living at the nexus of race, sexuality, and gender–are at risk of higher rates of attrition, exacerbated by institutions whose student enrollment is predominantly White. This study used ... -
“I'm too White for Black people and I'm too Black for White people”: A phenomenological study on the racial identity development of Black men in predominantly White fraternities
(2021-08)White fraternity members harm Black fraternity members when they perpetuate racism and uphold White supremacy. When Black men join predominantly White fraternities, White peers expect Black members to assimilate to ... -
Iconography of the gorgons on temple decoration in Sicily and western Greece
(2010)This paper provides a concise analysis of the Gorgon image as it has been featured on temples throughout the Greek world. The Gorgons, also known as Medusa and her two sisters, were common decorative motifs on temples ... -
Identification and characterization of mutations in nmpR that restore type-IV pili dependent motility in Myxococcus xanthus
(2023-12)Myxococcus xanthus is a Gram-negative bacterium that displays Type-IV pili dependent motility. These pili are transcriptionally regulated by the two-component system (TCS) PilSR. A strain of M. xanthus in which the response ... -
The identification and description of municipal park/recreation department sponsored adult softball programs
(1985-05)In general, this nationwide study identified and described municipal park/recreation department sponsored adult softball programs implemented within incorporated places ranging from 45,000 - 55,000 in population. Furthermore, ... -
Identification of a novel late domain in human parainfluenza virus type 3 matrix protein
(2011-02-23)Human parainfluenza virus type 3 (HPIV3) is a major cause of bronchiolitis and pneumonia in infants under 6 months of age. Like other enveloped RNA viruses, HPIV3 encodes a matrix (M) protein involved in the final assembly ... -
Identification, description, and perceptions of personal and professional attributes for student teachers in school health education and rankings of knowledge, skill, and disposition elements within each attribute : a pilot study
(2002-08)Selecting personal and professional attributes for student teachers in school health education can be difficult for health educators due to the number of attributes important for successful teaching. The problem of this ... -
Identifying mortuary ritual and ancestor veneration : a spatial analysis of the tombs at Hualcayan
(2013)This study is an investigation of the ritual activity associated with ancestor veneration in the Peruvian Andes through a survey of eighty tombs at the site of Hualcayan, located in the Callejon de Huaylas. The location ... -
Identifying the lethal factor protein secreted by Staphylococcus aureus treatment with SK-03-92 drug
(2023-12)Drug resistant strains of Staphylococcus aureus are an ongoing problem in treating human infections. To address this problem, a compound called SK-03-92 was previously synthesized and demonstrated antimicrobial properties ... -
The impact of "Winning Weighs" weight control program on perceived body image
(1991)The Body Esteen Scale (BES) was administered and weights and body fat percentages were obtained for 75 Ss (61F, 14M). Subjects (20-66 years of age) were assessed at the beginning, end, and 4 months following a weight control ... -
The impact of a healthy living challenge and point-of-decision prompts on health behavior and self-efficacy levels among elementary-aged students
(2018-11)Childhood obesity trends are on the rise across the nation. With obesity as a growing issue, it is important to address the underlying behaviors that lead to weight gain and sedentary behaviors among children. The risk for ... -
Impact of a militaristic society: a study on the Hittites
(2012)The purpose of this study is to better understand the relationship between the military, the economy, and the societal collapse of the Hittites, a militaristic society. The Hittite empire suffered from many problems near ... -
The impact of an online, applied educational program on pain intensity, disability, and health-related quality of life (HRQOL) among patients receiving chiropractic care
(2016-12)Chiropractic patients were selected as part of this research study because back pain has become a serious public health problem, impacting disability, medical costs, and an individual's quality of life. A double-blind pilot ... -
The Impact of college union involvement on student perceptions of sense of belonging and campus climate
(2020-05)College unions have long been promoted as community builders and laboratories for learning. However, little research has been conducted to understand the relationship between college unions and community building. The ... -
Impact of crusader castles upon European western castles in the Middle Ages
(2009-05)During the Middle Ages, the period from roughly AD 1000-1450, the structure of castles changed greatly from wooden motte and bailey to stone keeps and defenses within stone city walls. The reason for the change was largely ... -
Impact of exercise-induced extracellular vesicles on RAW 264.7 macrophage gene expression
(2024-01)The overall process and outcome of muscle regeneration is well established yet communication nuances between different body systems during this process aren’t fully elucidated. One potential communication molecule is the ... -
The impact of having second grade students record a text read out loud in relation to their fluency skills
(2020-05)A quasi-experimental comparison study took place over the course of six weeks in a general education second grade classroom in an urban Wisconsin school district. The purpose of the study was to determine the impact and ... -
Impact of Myers-Briggs psychological type on resident assistant job effectiveness at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
(1987-12-15)The purpose of this study was to test if Myers-Briggs type impacted on Resident Assistant effectiveness at UW-La Crosse. This study used a Resident Assistant evaluation completed by the residents of each residence hall and ... -
Impact of practice training loads on neuromuscular and perceptual fatigue during an NCAA Division III collegiate football season.
(2019-12)PURPOSE: This study examined neuromuscular fatigue management from a daily undulating practice periodization plan during an NCAA Division III collegiate football season. METHODS: Thirty university football players participated ...