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Estrogen receptor-mediated modulation of inflammatory markers in hepatitis c virus pathogenesis
(2020-07)
Hepatitis C virus (HCV) is a global health concern whose pathogenesis depends largely on chronic inflammation; chronic infection with HCV is strongly linked to fibrosis/cirrhosis, liver failure, and hepatocellular carcinoma ...
Predicting fly ash performance in concrete from particle characteristics
(2020-05)
While fly ash is widely used as supplementary cementitious material (SCM) in concrete, the demands of fly ash have been increased in producing high-performance concrete. Fly ash can contribute to the strength gain and ...
New e-cigarettes and metabolic outcomes
(2021-07)
Electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use is increasing among young adults. Given the potentially harmful toxicants and flavorants contained in e-cigarette liquids, research is needed to understand how e-cigarettes may ...
Gender, spirituality, and sexuality: Exploring men's intersecting identities
(2021-12)
The present study examined the intersection of sexual orientation identity, spirituality, and gender in queer male university students. Many higher education institutions offer a supportive, secure environment for queer ...
Illuminating the experiences of growing up and living with primary lymphedema: A life history study
(2020-05)
The purpose of this qualitative research study was to collect, preserve, and understand the life histories of young adults who grew up with and are living with primary lymphedema of the lower limbs in the United States ...
Terahertz metamaterials: Refractive index, sensing, and resonances
(2021-07)
Engineering of high refractive index metamaterials at terahertz frequencies have been presented. Applications of terahertz metamaterials as sensor and polarization convertor have also been introduced. The metamaterials ...
Exploring the impact of proposed budget cuts to NASA education: A case study utilizing qualitative document analysis
(2021-05)
The purpose of this study was to explore the impact of proposed budget cuts on NASA's education mission broadly and on NASA's Office of Education / STEM Engagement specifically. Throughout the four years of the Trump ...
Role of narrative transportation in entrepreneurship pitch microprocesses
(2020-07)
This research conceptualizes startup investments as a function of three interconnected factors influencing each other: entrepreneurs, the opportunity/venture, and investors Entrepreneurs must effectively communicate their ...
Pre-college STEM learning experiences and their effect on undergraduates' STEM self-efficacy, outcomes, interests, and goals: A mixed methods study
(2021-05)
The experiences students have in their early life and in school have an impact on the development of their future career interests and choices, and understanding the influence of those experiences can provide educators and ...