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2 | Monday | 3:35-4:35PM- Psychology & Criminology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/163484814 | 1 | Andrew Clement | Dendrochronological Analysis of Longleaf Pines in Florida | The longleaf pine ecosystem is important due to the fact that it is a biodiversity hotspot. The ecosystem is made up of longleaf pine trees, which are susceptible to the effects of climate change. Dendrochronology is the study of tree rings, which we are using to study how longleaf pine trees are affected by climate. Tree cores were sampled from two different community types, sandhill and upland pine; 25 trees per site and 2 cores per tree were taken. Cores were then processed following the standard dendrochronological methods of mounting, sanding, scanning, measuring, and crossdating. We crossdated the cores through the use of skeleton plots and the memorization method in the specialized software, CooRecorder. Cores were then statistically crossdated using a specialized software, COFECHA. The results that are found include the interseries correlation and mean sensitivity, which are measurements of how well the trees were crossdated. At this moment we cannot make decisive claims about the comparison across community types. Future research will be conducted to understand the effects of community type and climatic variability amongst longleaf pine growth rates. | Ms. Nicole Zampieri | Geography | ||||||||||||||||||||
3 | Monday | 3:35-4:35PM- Psychology & Criminology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/163484814 | 2 | Angie Cole | Deadly Mass Shootings 1976-2018: Trends, Features, and Media Reporting | With an overwhelming media presence in our daily lives, the public has become increasingly aware of mass shooting incidents in recent years. The purpose of this project is to develop a comprehensive database of deadly mass shootings in the United States since 1976 in order to improve understanding of mass shooters and incidents to prevent and deter future attacks. According to the FBI, a deadly mass shooting occurs when four or more victims are shot and killed in a single event, not including the shooter. Phase 1 of the project identified all of the known mass shooting incidents from 1976 until 2018 in order to determine their trends over time. Once this was completed, we began the information gathering stage (Phase 2) using media reports, existing data, FBI reports, police files, court records, and other public records to collect as much data as possible on each individual incident. This poster displays Phase 2 of the project. By collecting all known media reports on the incidents, we have found that family mass shootings are the most common type while school mass shootings are the least common, contradicting a prevailing misconception of the public that school shootings are increasingly prevalent. We have also found that the newsworthiness of an incident is heavily dependent on the type of shooting, victim characteristics, and offender characteristics. The next stage of the project will be to code each incident for individual, situational, and contextual characteristics to create the first comprehensive mass shootings database. | Dr. Jillian Turanovic | Criminology | ||||||||||||||||||||
4 | Monday | 3:35-4:35PM- Psychology & Criminology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/163484814 | 3 | Jermanni Evans | Identity, Race, and Gender in Video Games | This project aims to understand race, gender, and identity in video games. Data for this project was collected from interviews with a group of college students of various racial, ethnic, and gender identities. Interviews covered a range of topics involving video games such as stereotypes, the different categories of the term "gamer", what it means to be a gamer, and how race, gender, and identity affect the way specific gamers are treated. These interviews were recorded, transcribed, and analyzed to compare and contrast participants’ gaming experiences. Analysis began by coding the data, finding analytic themes that emerged form gamers’ interactions. We plan to decide on topics such as the stereotypes of gamers, women in gaming, and the categories of gamers which are casual, hardcore, and professional. One aspect that ties everything within the interviews is that all the questions serve a purpose to understand these individuals and how the various subtopics contribute to the broad topic at hand in a social aspect regarding the world of video games and real life. | Mr. Bertan Buyukozturk | Department of Sociology | ||||||||||||||||||||
5 | Monday | 3:35-4:35PM- Psychology & Criminology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/163484814 | 4 | Kate Kulyk | The Development and Evaluation of an Online Intervention for Hostility in Individuals at Risk for Alcohol Use Disorder | Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a condition where individuals use alcohol, often in response to stressors, and experience considerable functional impairment due to excessive alcohol use. Many people with AUD view ambiguous social situations as hostile, which can lead to alcohol dependence to cope. Currently, there are limited effective treatments for AUD, and many have high dropout rates, highlighting a need for a new approach. This study tested the use of an online intervention targeting hostility and AUD symptoms compared to a control intervention. It was hypothesized that individuals receiving the hostility intervention will report significant reductions in hostility and using alcohol to cope with social situations, compared to those in the control condition. It was also hypothesized that the treatment condition will indirectly effect AUD symptoms through changes in hostility. Participants from introductory psychology classes at FSU completed measures to determine alcohol use and hostility. Individuals who are 18 or older and score higher than one standard deviation above the mean on measures of both alcohol use and hostility participated in the study. Participants were randomized into two conditions: the hostility intervention or the control condition. Each participant completed questionnaires before and after the intervention to assess hostility levels. Participants completed different questionnaires one week and one month following the intervention to assess hostility changes. They also completed measures to assess motivations to drink before treatment and at both following time-points. Analyses of pilot data indicated significant differences in hostile interpretations between individuals in the active and control condition. | Ms. Brittany Mathes | Psychology | ||||||||||||||||||||
6 | Monday | 3:35-4:35PM- Psychology & Criminology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/163484814 | 5 | Antonia La Tosa and Skylar Slawiak | A Comprehensive Assessment of Deadly Mass Shootings 1976-2018 | With an overwhelming media presence in our daily lives, the public has become increasingly aware of mass shooting incidents in recent years. The purpose of this project is to develop a comprehensive database of deadly mass shootings in the United States since 1976 in order to improve understanding of mass shooters and incidents to prevent and deter future attacks. According to the FBI, a deadly mass shooting occurs when four or more victims are shot and killed in a single event, not including the shooter. Phase 1 of the project identified all of the known mass shooting incidents from 1976 until 2018 in order to determine their trends over time. Once this was completed, we began the information gathering stage (Phase 2) using media reports, existing data, FBI reports, police files, court records, and other public records to collect as much data as possible on each individual incident. This poster displays Phase 2 of the project. By collecting all known media reports on the incidents, we have found that family mass shootings are the most common type while school mass shootings are the least common, contradicting a prevailing misconception of the public that school shootings are increasingly prevalent. We have also found that the newsworthiness of an incident is heavily dependent on the type of shooting, victim characteristics, and offender characteristics. The next stage of the project will be to code each incident for individual, situational, and contextual characteristics to create the first comprehensive mass shootings database. | Dr. Jillian Turanovic | Criminology | ||||||||||||||||||||
7 | Monday | 3:35-4:35PM- Psychology & Criminology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/163484814 | 6 | Minh-Trang Nguyen | Musical Tones and Learning Chinese | This study aimed to examine if a correlation between preceding musical tone training and enhanced learning of Chinese tones exists. Unlike English, the Chinese language does not classify vowels by "short" and "long," but the tones are identified by the direction they are projected in. For example, the syllable "ma" can have four different meanings depending on how one pronounces the vowel "a" (flat tone, rising tone, rising-descending tone, and descending tone). Participants were presented with musical training exercises aimed to increase their tone-perception sensitivity and ability to distinguish tone direction. Unlike previous research on the correlation between musical experience and learning Chinese, our study recruited participants who had prior experience in learning the Chinese language (i.e. students in upper-division Chinese classes). Engaging in correlational research regarding Chinese and musical tones has the potential to enhance our application of psycholinguistics into tonal language education. | Dr. Zhiying Qian | Linguistics | ||||||||||||||||||||
8 | Monday | 3:35-4:35PM- Psychology & Criminology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/163484814 | 7 | Sarai Palacio | Symbols of White Supremacy: The Relationship between Monuments to the Confederacy and Hate Crimes | Researchers argue that the enforcement of hate crime laws sends a symbolic message to would-be offenders that prejudicial behavior is not tolerated. However, confederate memorials may also send symbolic, though contradictory, messages of racial intolerance and oppression. The current study integrates these two expectations to examine the relationship between the Confederate memorials and hate crime offending, with the expectation that places with more memorials will have higher rates of hate crime. The data for this project come from the Southern Poverty Law Center’s (SPLC) database of Confederate memorials, the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Hate Crime Statistics, the SPLC’s database of hate groups, and the American Community Survey (ACS). The final data used include county-level information for all counties across the United States of America. The SPLC database of Confederate memorials includes the geographic location of all memorials which honor the Confederacy, including, but not limited to, statues, parks, rivers, benches, and buildings. The UCR Hate Crime Statistics include the bias motivation and location of all hate crimes reported to participating agencies in 2016. For the purposes of this research, we focus primarily on racially-motivated hate crimes. Finally, the American Community Survey (ACS) is an annual supplement to the decennial Census and includes information on community-level demographic characteristics. These characteristics include racial composition, segregation, immigrant concentration, economic disadvantage, and income inequality. After coding all memorials to the county-level, we will create maps showing hate crime rates across the United States, as well as the distribution and density of Confederate memorials and hate groups. | Dr. Brendan Lantz | Criminology/Criminal Justice | ||||||||||||||||||||
9 | Monday | 3:35-4:35PM- Psychology & Criminology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/163484814 | 8 | Genevieve Shivers & Lillian Stevens | Training Volunteers to Foster Language and Literacy Skills in Early Head Start Facilities | In the Early Head Start program, teachers and other childcare professionals go through extensive training before working with children, while volunteers’ do not receive the same abundance of training. Early Head Start aims at improving student literacy development and early learning behavior. The pilot program will include a volunteer training module in Early Head Start facilities. This training will address the problem of volunteers’ lack of instruction in the process of child development Early Head Start is a program designed to encourage early language and learning development in children ages birth to three. The pilot program’s purpose is to help volunteers understand the developmental process of children so they can engage with them in a more impactful way. The module contains strategies for early learning development such as interactive reading and creative playtime. The training also addresses important developmental milestones in children. After the pilot training program is completed, the volunteers will be asked to complete a survey which will assess the pilot program’s effectiveness on the overall confidence and competence of the volunteers before and after completing the training. We currently do not have any findings as the pilot training has not yet been implemented in Early Head Start schools. We ultimately hope to expand this program to be a permanent addition in Early Head Start communities. Our eventual goal is to create a longitudinal study to determine the long-term effectiveness of the training program on student language and literacy rates in hopes of improving early learning strategies. | Ms. Leesa Marante | Communication Science and Disorders | ||||||||||||||||||||
10 | Monday | 3:35-4:35PM- Psychology & Criminology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/163484814 | 10 | Jakob Tweedel | The Exploration of Consciousness and Strange Loops Through the Lens of Dance | Strange Loops is a theatrical experience centered around the strange loop theory originally hypothesized by cognitive scientist Douglas Hofstadter. Hofstadter’s 1979 book Gödel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid frames the strange loop as a way of explaining human consciousness. The strange loop is a closed system that continuously loops around itself, leaving the viewer back where he or she started. A strange loop has no beginning or endpoint and the concept has been visually represented in the works of M.C. Escher. Choreographer and performer Holly Stone is using this theory as inspiration for her choreographic research, raising the question of how human consciousness emerges from discrete, repetitive building blocks. Stone has created a three-part performance with each part more intricate than the next, representing the increasing levels of complexity in the human mind. The finished research will culminate in a live performance that will be held in the Nancy Smith Fichter Theater in Montgomery Hall at 7:30 pm on February 28th and 29th. | Ms. Holly Stone | Dance | ||||||||||||||||||||
11 | Monday | 3:35-4:35PM- Psychology & Criminology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/163484814 | 11 | Ana Villa | Risk of cognitive decline in caregivers of dementia: A PRISMA Systematic Review | Caregivers of a spouse or relative with dementia face many challenges. Research has indicated that the stress associated with caregiving may increase risk for poor health outcomes in this population. In particular, Vitaliano and colleagues (2005, 2011) suggested that caregivers of dementia are at risk for cognitive problems and developing cognitive impairments themselves. To date, however, evidence are mixed (see Bertrand et al., 2012; O’Sullivan et al., 2019). A systematic review of the literature is conducted to answer the following questions: Is there an increased risk of cognitive decline/dementia for caregivers of dementia patients, compared to non-caregivers or caregivers of patients suffering from other diseases? What factors explain this increased risk? We followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) to implement a comprehensive search strategy and a robust screening process of articles published on the topic. We are using PubMed and Web of Science as database to identify articles that compare cognitive outcomes of caregivers of dementia with a control group. Selection of relevant article is currently ongoing. After the identification of relevant articles, we will assess the quality of the selected studies and summarize results. The evidence obtained from this review will help to identify factors that may contribute the “ironic tragedy”—i.e., dementia in both members of the caregiving dyad. The identification of these factors is important in the perspective of a preventing intervention science. References (if needed): | Dr. Martina Luchetti | Psychology | ||||||||||||||||||||
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13 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Biology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/576789290 | 1 | Miguel Brinon | Inclusion Body Formation of Mutated Huntigntin in De-ubiquinase Mutant Yeast Cells. | Have you ever heard of the terrifying neurodegenerative Huntington’s disease? This condition results in the exponential breakdown of braincells over time and causes physical, psychiatric, and cognitive symptoms that affect the life of the ill tremendously. This disease, like man other neurodegenerative conditions, is caused by cells producing misfolded proteins, which are proteins whose 3D structure is altered. In my project, I am looking at the effect of different mutations that affect the process of ubiquitination in these misfolded proteins. We have hypothesized to believe that by mutating the cells depriving them of deubiquitinate enzymes, the ubiquitination process will decrease and the inclusion body formation will increase, which reduces the cytotoxicity of the cell. This will help us understand more, the way cells reduce cytotoxicity of misfolded proteins. | Dr. Yanchang Wang | Biomedical Sciences | ||||||||||||||||||||
14 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Biology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/576789290 | 2 | Amy Casanova | Investigating Math Interpretation Bias and it's Relation with Math Anxiety | Math anxiety is the feeling of tension and anxiety when facing a situation involving mathematics, such as taking a math course or exam or doing day-to-day tasks involving math. Negative interpretation bias in math, which are threatening evaluations of ambiguous math situations or stimuli, may be an important factor related to math anxiety. For instance, when presented with a math problem, a student can perceive it objectively. Yet, due to the presence of negative interpretation bias in math, a student may perceive the math problem in a negative manner, rather than in a neutral manner. Viewing mathematics in a negative manner may lead to math anxiety. However, no research has been done to date to investigate the relation between these variables. Across two studies, we investigated the presence of negative interpretation bias and its possible relation with math anxiety. In the first study, we developed and collected data on a new scale to assess interpretation bias in math. This scale included ambiguous math situations (i.e., “You are asked to solve a math problem.”) and either a benign (i.e., answer) or threatening (i.e., unprepared) word. Participants rated how closely each word was related to the situation. To assess the relation between math interpretation bias and math anxiety, we will conduct a second study and collect math interpretation bias, math anxiety, and math achievement data from undergraduate students. If there is a relationship, future studies can try to condition math interpretation bias in order to potentially reduce high levels of math anxiety. | Dr. Colleen Ganley | Psychology | Ms.Connie Barroso | |||||||||||||||||||
15 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Biology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/576789290 | 3 | Isabella Garcia | Barriers and Facilitators to Faculty ?Grantsmanship: A Systematic Literature Review | Grants and contracts are a critical source of university income. Many university colleges and departments now require faculty to write grant proposals. In fact, many university colleges and departments require that faculty not only submit grants, but faculty must also be awarded grants at various levels to be realistically considered for tenure. Regardless of the faculty member’s level of experience with grants, reliance on grants, or general interest for grant-seeking, one critical role of research administrators in higher education is to assist faculty with all facets of grantsmanship. The knowledge and abilities of the research administrator (practitioner expertise), the academic literature on effective research support services (current best evidence), and faculty perceptions of provided research-support services and organizational support (client values) are all necessary for an effective research administration service-delivery system. Limited empirical research has addressed faculty perceptions of research support services. We propose a systematic literature review to reveal the perceptions of faculty on research support services and organizational support related to grantsmanship with the goal of providing research administrators with critical knowledge important for decision-making and strategic programming for choosing appropriate services for their faculty. We are conducting an eight step systematic literature review. The specific objective of this study is to understand, “What factors are perceived to be barriers or facilitators to grantsmanship by research faculty based on extant literature?” | Dr. Rachel Goff-Albritton | Office of Research Development | ||||||||||||||||||||
16 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Biology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/576789290 | 4 | Maxwell Gray | Meta-analysis of Research Methods in the Calcification of Coralline Algae | Coralline algae are extremely ecologically important in hard bottom photic ecosystems from the tropics to the poles (Adey and Steneck 2001; Nelson 2009). Because of their importance, increasingly intensive efforts have been made to determine their susceptibility to changes in light and ocean chemistry over the last decade. However, there are a variety of different methods that can be used to determine changes in their net calcification rates: their ability to accrue calcium carbonate. Here, we focus on the nuances of the methods used to measure calcification and inter-related photosynthetic rates/photo-physiology and chemical conditions within the calcifying fluid and discuss variation across measurement types and between species. Without understanding these sources of variability, we cannot accurately predict their responses to future ocean conditions. | Dr. Sophie McCoy | Biology | ||||||||||||||||||||
17 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Biology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/576789290 | 5 | Braeden Koechle and Jessica Henson | Territoriality and Foraging of Parrotfishes on Coral Reefs in Bonaire, Netherlands | Parrotfish benefit the Coral Reefs by consuming Turf Algae. There are two categories we are following; behavior and interactions. Data is collected on the types of food being eaten and the scarring that remains on coral and algae. It is also collected for the interactions that the Parrotfish have with other Parrotfish and Damselfish. Event lists are created to help with analysis, and territorial mapping is used. The data that we find will conclude how beneficial the relationship between the reefs and Parrotfish is. | Mr. Josh Manning | Biological Sciences | ||||||||||||||||||||
18 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Biology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/576789290 | 6 | Adrian Luksza | Measuring Microplastics: an Effort Toward Standardizing Analyses and Reporting. | There is a growing concern about the rising levels of microplastic pollution as marine ecosystems are continuously contaminated. Microplastics have been reported around the world, potentially threatening the environment, marine life, and our health. However, as microplastic research has grown, so have the methods for reporting microplastic contamination. For example, microplastic contamination may be reported as the number of pieces found, number of pieces per unit area or volume, or percent by weight or volume. This lack of standardization makes cross-comparing research highly difficult and may obscure the effects of microplastic pollution. This review analyzed the way the published literature reports microplastic contamination of the marine environment and organisms. Though data analysis is still ongoing, techniques for microplastic separation, analysis, and contamination reporting utilized by the majority of studies may indicate a route toward standardization. | Dr. Matthew Ware | Department of Earth Ocean and Atmospheric Science | ||||||||||||||||||||
19 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Biology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/576789290 | 7 | Gabriela Martinez | Role of Hydrogen Sulfide in Diet-Induced Erectile Dysfunction | In the field of medicine there are many parts of the body and its diseases/malfunctions and correlate them to other parts. Erectile Dysfunction if one of these. This is a very common condition among males. Erectile Dysfunction that is physically caused and not emotionally caused has a high correlation to hypertension and cardiovascular disease. In the modern-day, our diet is fueled by fast food consumption and food that is high in sugar and fat. This is associated with the accelerated development of erectile dysfunction. This is important because if there is a high correlation between cardiovascular diseases and erectile dysfunction there is a possibility to treat erectile dysfunction while providing preventative treatment for cardiovascular diseases. The goal of this experiment is to use hydrogen sulfide as a treatment for erectile dysfunction and analyze why it is effective. We do not yet know the effectiveness of the hydrogen sulfides in treating patients with heart failure. We do know that the SG1002 is safe for human consumption, and we know that it prevents heart failure in mice. Therefore, the purpose of the project is to have a better understanding as to why hydrogen sulfide therapy is effective. | Dr. Justin LaFavor | Nutrition, Food, and Exercise Sciences | ||||||||||||||||||||
20 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Biology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/576789290 | 8 | Jane McGinnis | The Interpersonal Core of Conscientiousness: Mechanisms And Partner Effects That Promote Healthier Cognitive Aging And Reduce Risk of Alzheimer's | In the past, Dr. Angelina Sutin has been involved in several research projects focusing primarily on personality and cognition. Her most recent project investigates the personality trait conscientiousness, specifically interpersonal conscientiousness among older adult couples and its relation to cognition. Participants ages 40-70 who have been living together for at least one year are invited to participate. This research is important because there is little information known about midlife cognition when compared to other periods of life, such as childhood and early adulthood. Unlike past studies, this study is assessing momentary assessments of cognition through the use of a cell phone device given to participants to use over an eight day period. Participants will also complete various personality questionnaires, and physical measurements. To date, this research project is still in the preliminary phase, as research assistants are currently testing devices and ensuring the project is running efficiently. Expected results for this project are that couples having higher ratings of interpersonal conscientiousness will score higher on the momentary cognitive assessments which could emphasize the importance of interpersonal conscientiousness within couples. In the future, the findings of this research project will be used to further expand our knowledge on how to improve cognitive health in adults ages forty to seventy years old. | Hannah Lovett | College of Medicine | Dr. Angelina Sutin | |||||||||||||||||||
21 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Biology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/576789290 | 9 | Ana Michelena | The FSU Children’s Learning Clinic : a comprehensive scientist-practitioner research clinic combining evidence-based clinical services with novel ADHD research strategies. | Current studies of pediatric ADHD have illustrated a uniquely nuanced constellation of symptomatology and presentation within each of the three current presentations of the disorder. Executive function deficits are widely known in ADHD; expression of the specific EF deficits associated with ADHD are multifaceted as they vary between each of the three subtypes. Level of impairment and symptom presentation often coincide with various environmental factors, as a diagnosis of the neurodevelopmental disorder can only be given when the problematic symptoms brought on by impairing deficits of EF in ADHD are observed in two separate settings. Ongoing research into the etiological mechanisms that define the specific deficits of EF subcomponents (namely Inhibitory Control and Working Memory) within pediatric ADHD presentation is essential to furthering the understanding of the behavioral and cognitive dynamics present in attempts to strengthen EF. Currently there are two efficacious treatment courses for management of pediatric ADHD, prescription stimulant medication and parental behavioral training. The Children’s Learning Clinic founded and directed by Dr. Kofler, intends to bridge the gap between the current understanding and management of the disorder and potentially effective neurocognitive treatment interventions that may strengthen EF and mediate the deficits commonly associated with pediatric ADHD. The CLC aims to explore the efficacy of nonpharmacological interventions through the use of highly specialized cognitively informed computerized tasks used to actively target and strengthen specific EF components, with the ultimate goal of symptom mitigation. | Dr. Dr. Michael Kofler | Psychology | Dr. Leah Singh, Ms. Elia Soto, and Mr. Kijana Richmond | |||||||||||||||||||
22 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Biology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/576789290 | 10 | Juliana Muller | Measuring the Success of the ACE Tutoring Center | In Spring 2020, a learning center at a large, public 4-year university began a study to assess the successes of a select three of its academic success programs: Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS), course-based tutoring, and math studio tutoring. Since this study is just starting, there are no results to reveal any correlations yet, but we have expected predictions based on current and past data. | Dr. Courtney Barry | Educational Psychology | ||||||||||||||||||||
23 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Biology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/576789290 | 11 | Noah L Nellis | The Impact of Colleges and Universities on Local Economic Development | This UROP project is looking into how the presence of state universities and colleges and their effect on local economies. At the beginning of this project we hypothesized that universities and colleges do have an effect on local economies, particularly on the gender gaps seen within them and how this might be affecting the role of men and women within the job force. We conducted this research by collecting data on all of the schooling institutions and created a database with information on the male and female populations, both faculty and students, tuition costs, scholarships, college classification, state funding, and dorm populations between males,females, and families from the years 1947 to 1970. Through this database, we will then gather data on local economies in each of those time periods to see if there were any adverse effects. While this research has been continuing for sometime, the conclusion that has not yet been determined. We expect that using these data analysis tools through Excel, Tableau, and other software’s, we will be able to generate a statistical statement that can further prove or deny our hypothesis and show the trend of how colleges and universities have either impacted or grown in a certain town, city, or state, and how it has impacted the economy, whether it be on a local or state level. | Dr. Dr. Shawn Kantor | Economics | ||||||||||||||||||||
24 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Biology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/576789290 | 12 | Madelyon Juliet Pezzi | Academic Development for Black Males in Higher Education | We will be investigating the psychological effects that arise in black male doctoral students when faced with racial microaggressions and a racist campus environment. The psychological effects are qualitatively measured by a system of feelings and losses, outlined by Yosso’s cultural wealth model. Black students feel they are left behind by the academic community in Social and Navigational Capital, Aspirational Capital, and Resistance Capital. This is a new perspective to be able to better focus on what aspects of doctoral programs need to be shifted to better facilitate success of all cultures and genders; which through dissecting gaps in previous research, we’ve narrowed down to mentoring and professional development. We are currently working on a solution to strengthen these aspects of academic success; however, more data is needed as our sample size is currently one. | Mr. Jesse Ford | English | ||||||||||||||||||||
25 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Biology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/576789290 | 13 | Santiago Portilla | Evaluation of Antiviral Compounds Against Zika Virus Infection | Viruses are small infectious agents that rely on infection of the host cell to replicate and produce their progeny. The Flavivirus genus contains mosquito-transmitted RNA viruses that are of public health importance due to their severe clinical outcomes. In our laboratory, we have focused on researching a member of this genus, Zika Virus (ZIKV), due to its link to neurological complications during human development. The key to developing a treatment to this virus resides in testing the inhibitory effect of drug compounds and its analogs against viral infection. Our laboratory has previously confirmed the efficacy of known drugs to inhibit ZIKV infection. Following this, in our project, our objective was to confirm the inhibitory dose of previously tested compounds and evaluate part of their mechanism of action by assessing their virucidal potential. To test this, the SNB19 cell line (glioblastoma) was used as our brain tissue model. These cells were treated with the different drug compounds at varying concentrations for an hour prior to ZIKV virus inoculation. The virus production was assessed the following day to obtain the half maximal inhibitory concentration (IC50) of each drug. At this point in our research, our results indicate that the drugs tested inhibit viral infection at different IC50s and that none of them are virucidal, showing that the drugs act directly on the host cells to inhibit viral infection. Further mechanistic studies are needed to elucidate the specific host targets of these compounds to fully understand their mechanism of action. | Ms. Angelica Medina | Biology | ||||||||||||||||||||
26 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Biology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/576789290 | 14 | Abigail Serda | Health Benefits of Dried Plum Consumption | Prunes are scientifically proven to be rich in flavanols that promote healthy bone structure. Therefore, we will be looking at how increased prune consumption will affect males with osteoporosis, one of the most prevalent age-related bone diseases. After regular blood withdrawals are performed, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) tests are used to evaluate and examine the proteins, antibodies, peptides, and hormones. Looking at the current data, although we do not have finalized results, our predicted results remain that the addition of prunes into the diet results in increased blood flow and gut health as soon as within the first 3 months. | Ms. Elizabeth Foley | Nutrition and Food Sciences | ||||||||||||||||||||
27 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Biology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/576789290 | 15 | Kelly Simard | Science Identity: Thinking With Stories of Two Middle School Girls | When you hear the word “science”, what comes to mind? Did you envision scientists performing life-altering research in a laboratory setting? Maybe your mind took you a different route and thought of the science we see in our everyday lives, like the process of evaporation when we boil water on a stove. No matter what you think of when you hear “science”, our perspective of the word is different for everyone. The way we think of science relies on our experiences, social influences, and our character. From a young age, girls display doubts in their ability to do well in school, especially in science. There is an association between science and masculinity. Studies have demonstrated the barrier between girls and boys and their relationship with science, as well as their varying perspectives of self-efficacy and the ability to succeed in science. One study revealed that girls in elementary school were more likely to draw a man when asked to draw a scientist or mathematician. The study observed how students responded when they were asked if they considered their gender to be “really smart”. At five years old, boys and girls thought of their own gender as smarter. However, by six, girls were less likely to think of their gender as smart (Boston and Cimpian, 197). It is important to look at why, and in what ways, a gender barrier exists in science. We look to recognize and understand the ways in which science can impact young girls in this study. | Ms. Ivanna Pengelley | Science Education | ||||||||||||||||||||
28 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Biology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/576789290 | 16 | Juliette Sosa | Project MED | Burnout can be characterized as a psychological reaction that can be induced by many factors. This is a concerning reality for many health care providers due to the constant exposure to traumatic events, resulting in posttraumatic stress symptoms (PTSS). To determine if the relationship between emotion regulation difficulties and PTSS severity is mediated by burnout symptoms and moral injury, about 455 registered nurses and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) were tested to complete questionnaires. For more data, they completed the Difficulties in Emotion Regulation Scale-16, the Oldenburg Burnout inventory, the PTSD checklist, and the Moral Injury Questionnaire. To test results, a mediation analysis was conducted. The results suggest a partial mediation. These results may encourage new treatments that assess moral injury and burnout in our health care providers. | Dr. Scott Pickett | Psychology and Biology | Samantha Nagy | |||||||||||||||||||
29 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Biology https://fsu.zoom.us/j/576789290 | 17 | Matthew Allan Utset | When Assembly Goes Wrong | The proteasome is a large protein complex in eukaryotic cells that is responsible for the degradation of misfolded or damaged proteins. When the proteasome is assembled incorrectly it can make it so damaged proteins fester in the cell, which can lead to neurodegenerative diseases, many forms of cancer, and aging. My project looked at the role of chaperone proteins and how they assist in assembling the proteasome. The eviction of the chaperone protein Nas6 is required for the proper formation of the complex, and if it remains in a mature proteasome it cannot function properly. | Dr. Antonia Nemec | Biochemistry | ||||||||||||||||||||
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31 | Monday | 5:15-6:15pm- Family & Child Sciences https://fsu.zoom.us/s/367141004 | 1 | Charleine Etienne | Parents, Parenting, and Social Media: A Systematic Review of the Research Literature | One of the challenges that contemporary parents face is providing guidance and support about social media use for their children. This study is a systematic literature review that explores empirical research published from social media’s inception in the early 2000s through the end of 2019. We explored the participants, data collection methods, and topical focus of research conducted in this area to determine where gaps exist. Findings show that survey is the most popular data collection method for studying this topic. Popular topics include how parents teach their children about social media and what they fear about social media use. Collectively, this body of research suggests that much work remains to be done in order to support parents in navigating the world of social media and teenagers. | Dr. Vanessa Dennen | Education | Professor Lauren Bagdy | |||||||||||||||||||
32 | Monday | 5:15-6:15pm- Family & Child Sciences https://fsu.zoom.us/s/367141004 | 2 | Breeana Laquea | A Comprehensive Overview of Deadly Mass Shootings in America, 1976-2018 | When the term deadly mass shooting comes to mind, it usually brings the thought of shootings in public spaces with any number of victims. While these incidents certainly do occur, they do not entirely reflect what the term deadly mass shooting entails. Furthermore, we are constantly influenced by the media to associate the term mass shooting with certain incidents, identity-groups, and places, while the same omits other cases from their outlets for not being as “interesting” or “newsworthy.” The result of these conditions is the availability of unreliable, incomplete, and conflicting data about the prevalence of deadly mass shootings in the United States. Henceforth, our goal with this project is to clarify and correct these common misunderstandings by building the first comprehensive database to assess key individual, situational, and contextual features of every deadly mass shootings that happened in the United States between 1976 and 2018. The base for our research is the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s definition of a deadly mass shooting, which states that a deadly mass shooting is a shooting with four or more victims, not including the shooter, in one location and with no “cooling-off period” (Krouse & Richardson, 2015). With this definition, we have completed the first phase of this study by identifying over 800 incidents of deadly mass shootings between 1976 and 2018. As part of the second phase, we are collecting news publications and official records to compile the characteristics of these incidents, which will be coded into the database in the third phase of the study. | Dr. Jillian Turanvic | Criminology | Ms. Kristen Neville | |||||||||||||||||||
33 | Monday | 5:15-6:15pm- Family & Child Sciences https://fsu.zoom.us/s/367141004 | 3 | Antonella Maneiro | Deferred Prosecution Program Guide | The Institute for Justice Research and Development (IJRD) has formulated a manual entitled "the Deferred Prosecution Program Guide" in hopes of decreasing recidivism, diverting people from prisons, and promoting healthy re-entry of defendants into the working world. This would take place with the help of prosecutor intervention The twelve step program has varying components that tend to each defendant's personal needs and combat common barriers to program completion. In our research, it is often found that factors such as lack of transportation, emotional support and economic opportunity greatly increase the chance of reoffending. In order to decrease recidivism and expunge records, we have partnered with prosecutor offices to put these intervention strategies to the test. By facilitating partnership between the prosecutor and defendant, we can formulate effective and achievable plans for the defendant. The prosecutors will be able to easily enact the guide with the help of a virtual site we created to accompany the guide. More specifically, these plans include possible mental health treatment, meetings with prosecutors or stakeholders, and alterations to program intensity. Our findings have shown an increase in personal care, appreciation and cooperation from the participatory individuals, leads to a decrease in the chance of reoffending. Simultaneously, prosecutors offices are unburdened and jails are sustainably decarcerated. This is crucial as the United States incarcerates more individuals than any other country, often for minor or nonviolent offenses. The guide is an invaluable contribution to the future of all Americans. | Ms. Antoinette Grier | Political Science | Ms. Nancy Revell | |||||||||||||||||||
34 | Monday | 5:15-6:15pm- Family & Child Sciences https://fsu.zoom.us/s/367141004 | 4 | Veronica Polanco | Retail Store Interiors in Latin American Countries From The 1990s | This project compares the layouts of retail stores in the 1990s from both the U.S. and Latin American Countries. By analyzing slides using a scanner, we were able to see the notable differences between how Latinos format the interior of their stores compared to Americans as Latinos tend to display more revealing mannequins and eccentric decor. Through reading articles in the Management Decision and Journal of Retailing and Consumer Services, we saw the reason behind why Latinos choose to layout their stores in a more provocative way and why customers were attracted to it since statistics showed that Latinos express a higher level of satisfaction of shopping enjoyment than other ethnicities. This project aims to highlight the evolution of retail store settings in Latin American countries as their displays show the progress of how women were displayed 25 years ago to how they are portrayed in society today. | Prof. Christie Hand | Retail Entrepreneurship | ||||||||||||||||||||
35 | Monday | 5:15-6:15pm- Family & Child Sciences https://fsu.zoom.us/s/367141004 | 5 | Korrin Sheahan | It’s Playtime! The Experiences of Children with and without Disabilities on Community Playground | Recently, playgrounds are being modified to become more accessible for all children. However, there is still a prevalent gap within accessibility for children with disabilities. The purpose of this study is to better understand which playground spaces and equipment facilitate or impede social interaction or physical activity for children within three distinct groups: children with disabilities, children with disabilities that do not or only minimally impact natural speech, and children with disabilities who have severely limited or no natural speech. Through a prior demographic survey, and observing and mapping 4-6 year old children’s physical activity and social interactions on the playground for one hour, we will be able to provide recommendations for making playgrounds more accessible for children with and without disabilities. Data collection for this study is ongoing. | Dr. Michelle Therrien | Communication Science and Disorders | Dr. Sandy Wong | |||||||||||||||||||
36 | Monday | 5:15-6:15pm- Family & Child Sciences https://fsu.zoom.us/s/367141004 | 6 | Sharry Anne Solis | Technology Based Mathematical Problem Solving Instruction | Augmented Reality (AR) is an interactive technology that creates a real-world environment and uses digital elements to enhance the experience of for viewers. Since many people with Autism Spectrum Disorder have intellectual disabilities, students with ASD often have trouble learning abstract concepts such as mathematics. The addition of social skill deficits therefore makes it difficult to perform interactions such as calculating a tip and giving the calculated tip to the worker serving them. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to see if we could teach percent of change problems to students with intellectual disabilities on the Autism spectrum through an Augmented Reality (AR) system. | Dr. Sarah Cox | Special Education | Ms. Addie McConomy | |||||||||||||||||||
37 | Monday | 5:15-6:15pm- Family & Child Sciences https://fsu.zoom.us/s/367141004 | 7 | Georgi Taylor | The impact of teacher language use on student language development | Language development in children begins at an early age, and begins to gain complexity as they progress through their school career. Considering that children spend a significant amount of time in the classroom, it is of interest to understand how the language use of teachers may influence a student’s language and literacy development. It is hypothesized that there will be a significant relationship between an instructor’s language use in the classroom and a student’s language development. This study was conducted by collecting recorded samples of second grade teacher instruction from four school districts of varying socioeconomic status, with 60 teachers and 720 students being included in the sample. The recordings were transcribed and then coded in the Systematic Analysis of Language Transcripts (SALT) software. The transcripts were coded for the type of language the teachers used, such as direct instruction, open-ended questions, and response for clarification. These transcripts were then analyzed in SALT to quantify the use of these phrases. Writing samples were also collected from the students in order to gauge their language development. The results are still in progress, but we expect the results to show a significant impact of teacher language use on the language and literacy development of students, showing that the relationship can be altered to ensure student achievement. | Dr. Carla Wood | College of Communication and Information | ||||||||||||||||||||
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39 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Hard Sciences https://fsu.zoom.us/j/268444246 | 1 | Peter Karras | Predicting the Gross Primary Productivity of a Tropical Forest Canopy through the Application of Machine Learning on Thermal Images | Gross Primary Productivity (GPP) is an important measure of plant health and efficiency. Measurements of this value are currently carried out in a cumbersome way, through mathematical models that receive input from a multitude of sensors. These measurements can more easily be performed through the analysis of thermal imaging data alone. We show this through our application of machine learning with the PyTorch library on a large dataset of matched thermal images and GPP data from Barro Colorado Island, a tropical forest environment in the Panama Canal. The thermal images contain a picture that encapsulates the sky and canopy of the tropical forest. The machine learning algorithm - specifically a convolutional neural network (CNN) - was able to recognize patterns in these images based on the thermal values of each of their pixels. The pattern was then translated into a function of which new thermal images can be fed in and their GPP values predicted accurately. Through advanced deconstruction techniques we were also able to observe what parts of the image the CNN assigned the highest significance or “weight” when determining a GPP value. This led us to observe that the CNN was recognizing the temperature changes of the canopy’s leaves and assigning them the largest weight; this coincides with previous studies that have shown a strong relationship between leaf temperatures and GPP and supports the validity of the CNN. These results show that this tool is worth pursuing to help monitor the health of various types of plant life. | Dr. Trina Merrick | Geography | ||||||||||||||||||||
40 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Hard Sciences https://fsu.zoom.us/j/268444246 | 2 | Aishwareeya Rath | Game Based Learning: A Look Into the Future of Education | Game based learning technologies appear to the be the future of education. As we increasingly go towards a more technology based world, we experience a shift from more traditionally based education, with the majority of learning being done with a teacher at the forefront of the learning experience and being individual leaner based, to technologically based education, where group thinking is encouraged and a game/technologically based software is at the forefront of the learning experience. Game based learning is based in developing gaming technology in order to assist teachers with implanting the lessons in their students by using an interface many children are comfortable with and delivering a lesson through this interface. In this project we are looking at whether this mechanism for teaching works in algebraic lessons – specifically in regard to systems of linear equations. We have made a preliminary practice module in which lessons and methods behind solving and setting up systems of linear equations are taught through player interaction, with the end goal being the player being able to find information regarding the problem, set up, and solve a problem of this type. | Ms. Ginny Smith | College of Education | ||||||||||||||||||||
41 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Hard Sciences https://fsu.zoom.us/j/268444246 | 3 | Zachary Bauer | Life at Low Reynolds: Models Incorporating Helical Flagella | In fluid mechanics, the “Reynolds Number” (abbreviated Re) can be thought of as the ratio between inertial and viscous forces within the system. It is proportional to the length of a body immersed in the fluid. While large organisms, such as humans and fish, experience a high Re, bacteria experience a low Re: the implications on swimming are profound. The profound difference in the physics of how organisms move at high and low Re can be explained by recognizing that at low Re the fluid viscosity is the most influential term, while the inertia that an organism experiences is negligible. This leads to an effect referred to as “time reversibility,” which makes it impossible for these organisms to swim when only applying reversible movements. In the spirit of Purcell’s seminal paper, Life at Low Reynolds Number, we engineer working swimmers that demonstrate physical mechanisms utilized by real life micro-organisms that operate in a low Re regime. The efficacy of different swimming mechanisms is compared. | Dr. Owen Lewis | Mathematics | Dr. Francesca Bernardi | |||||||||||||||||||
42 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Hard Sciences https://fsu.zoom.us/j/268444246 | 4 | Claudia Jacobo | Do estimates of prey body size impact diet analyses based primarily on count data? | Mass and length are both common metrics used to estimate body size. However these data are often unavailable for diet items as many ecological studies report count data only in lieu of detailed morphological measurements. In this study we evaluate the relationship between body size of snake prey and the snake’s diet composition based on count data versus data that incorporate estimates of body size. This combined analysis of body size and count can lead to a better understanding of the diet of New World rattlesnakes and moccassins (Crotalus, Sistrurus, & Agkistrodon) . Body size data was obtained from research databases, individually published research papers, and field guides. The data includes mass and length estimates for all prey species found in the snake diets. The count reports were obtained directly from ecological studies for individual snake species. The results of this research project can and should be expanded to other species of snakes in order to obtain a broader understanding of the relationship between prey size and count data impact our knowledge of snake diets. | Dr. Timothy Colston | Biology | Dr. Matthew Holding | |||||||||||||||||||
43 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Hard Sciences https://fsu.zoom.us/j/268444246 | 5 | Aaron Kamata | Development of a Deployable and Retractable Terrain Sensor Probe for Robot Navigation | Most autonomous vehicles have little trouble moving in flat, dry, and controlled environments but struggle with moving through irregular terrain. Our main goal is to improve the way autonomous vehicles navigate around and through shallow bodies of water, particularly streams and rivers. Our idea is to develop a drone with visual capabilities that can be deployed from a ground vehicle to measure important characteristics about a small body of water. The drone will drop a probe filled with a pressure sensor and optical motor encoder at multiple points, and we will use the collected data to create a cost map and determine the optimal path for the vehicle to take. We have been working in programs such as MATLAB to design and test the code involved in path planning and Fusion 360 to design various components. We plan on 3D printing the parts we are designing in a light but durable plastic. In the future, we plan on testing the system in controlled environments before moving on to uncontrolled environments. | Dr. Camilo Ordonez | Mechanical Engineering | Dr. Oscar Chuy | |||||||||||||||||||
44 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Hard Sciences https://fsu.zoom.us/j/268444246 | 6 | Jordan Artzy | Modern Applications of the SIR Model | The Susceptible Infected Recovered (SIR) model was developed in the early 20th century to predict the spread of diseases through populations. This model is well tested and has been adapted and applied to numerous contexts ranging from epidemics to the spread of misinformation. The purpose of this project is to utilize the SIR model for modern applications. For example, the SIR can be adapted to model the spreading of lies or “fake news.” After learning the history and mechanisms of the SIR model, we created a python program to emulate the system of differential equations. We compared the program’s output to real life data. Future directions for this project would include finetuning the coded model to obtain reliable predictions of various realistic scenarios. | Dr. Francesca Bernardi | Mathematics | ||||||||||||||||||||
45 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Hard Sciences https://fsu.zoom.us/j/268444246 | 7 | Nora Jolowsky | Growth Rate and Age of Gafftopsail Catfish (bagre marinus) and Hardhead Catfish (ariopsis feli | The purpose of the research is to determine age structure present in Apalachicola Bay and examine the growth rates between sexes and species of catfish in the Gulf of Mexico. Not many people in the United States, at this time, eat catfish, but that may change in the future due to overfishing of more commonly eaten fish. Because there is no economic value to them, very little research has been done on the two species of catfish in the Gulf of Mexico, the gafftopsail catfish (bagre marinus) and the hardhead catfish (ariopsis felis). The fish were collected using standardized longline and gillnet methods. Then dissections occurred to record data and otoliths were extracted and then sectioned, plated, and aged. To compare and analysis the data, we used the Von B growth rate equations to get growth rates. We have not finished analyzing the results, but we expect that these fish have a longer lifespan than previously recorded. Previous research has shown that they only live eight to ten years, but we have found fish much older than that. We also believe that it takes longer for the catfish to mature. We expect to see different growth rates among the different sexes and species. This research could be important in the future if people begin using the catfish as a larger source of food. By knowing the data of the catfish, we can more accurately put laws in place to insure an environmentally and economically conscience way to harvest them. | Mr. Barry Walton | Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science | Dr. Mariana Fuentes | |||||||||||||||||||
46 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Hard Sciences https://fsu.zoom.us/j/268444246 | 8 | Sofia Torino | Measuring Groundwater to Surface Water Exchange in Lab Setting | Our research is aimed at measuring the flux between groundwater and surface water in shallow lakes. We are working to build a laboratory experiment that simulates this water system to confirm mathematical predictions of said flux. In particular, we focused on two aspects of the experimental design: creating a porous medium to simulate the sand/soil mixture of the lake bottom and measuring the water flow seeping from this medium into the lake. In order to simulate the porous medium and facilitate natural groundwater seepage, we are fusing glass beads in a microwave kiln in a process that allows us to control the porosity of the resulting material. This method of building porous media could be used in a variety of applications and has the potential to be scalable. Given the low amount of flow that would seep between the lake bottom and interior of the lake, to obtain precise measurements our system requires a miniature flow meter. We considered different flow meter options and ultimately settled on a design similar to existing flow-meters but scaled down. Using a design software, we were able to 3D-print and assemble our parts to create a working model of a miniature flow meter. This well-established method of measuring flow allows for greater resolution than available flow meters, which is ideal for small flow quantities. | Dr. Francesca Bernardi | Applied Mathematics | ||||||||||||||||||||
47 | Monday | 5:15-6:15PM- Hard Sciences https://fsu.zoom.us/j/268444246 | 9 | Tonya-Kaye Waite | Experimental Verification of a Hybrid Cryogen Superconducting Power Cable | Superconducting power cables display zero electrical resistance when operated at cryogenic temperatures. Liquid nitrogen is typically used as the cryogen for superconducting power cables due its electrical performance, abundance and cost. For confined space applications, liquid nitrogen possesses a safety concern due to its expansion ratio. For confined space application pressurized helium gas is preferred however it has significantly lower electrical properties than liquid nitrogen. A hybrid cable design was envisioned which uses liquid nitrogen as part of the electrical insulation of the superconducting power cable and the pressurized helium gas as the cryogen. To examine the feasibility of this design a differential pressure experiment was performed to replicate the proposed operating conditions. The experiment setup consisted of a ½ inch copper pipe filled with liquid nitrogen and installed in 2 MPa of helium gas at 77 K. The results of this experiment verify the thickness of the copper pipe to be sufficient for this environment. | Dr. Peter Cheetham | The Center for Advanced Power Systems | ||||||||||||||||||||
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49 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Social Sciences/Languages https://fsu.zoom.us/s/544647658 | 1 | Maria Acosta | Donation Patterns in the Local Community for Criminal Justice Reform | The costs associated with extensive research projects have caused small institutes to turn towards grassroots, community efforts for funds to be raised. The necessity for financial resources is large enough to turn towards the local community to see if they are willing to fund local projects that will feedback in their own backyards. Moreover, figuring out which marketing method is most effective for specific demographics is equally important. This paper will ultimately analyze which demographic was most willing to donate and which marketing strategy was most effective. | Ms. Antoinette Grier | Criminology | ||||||||||||||||||||
50 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Social Sciences/Languages https://fsu.zoom.us/s/544647658 | 2 | Luciano Bettocchi | Leadership Learning Project | As there is limited disciplinary related information about the programs, the research team’s purpose was to understand and share where leadership is taught across disciplines in the United States. This study focuses on academic leadership programs across the United States, particularly determining which discipline each program aligns with most. The initial data derived from the International Leadership Association (ILA) Directory of programs registered in their database as academic leadership programs. The research team cleaned the dataset provided by the ILA and gathered additional information through internet searches, institutional websites, and direct contact with the institutions. Through our research, we have discovered the interdisciplinary nature of leadership, as there are leadership programs available across many disciplines. This information is valuable to leadership educators in their pursuit of understanding their field and how they compare with others. Leadership is a complex concept; different institutions will teach leadership in various ways. Further analysis is required to determine thematic features regarding the types of academic leadership programs offered in the United States. | Dr. Kathy Guthrie | Educational Leadership and Policy Studies and Leadership Learning Research Center | Ms. Jennifer Batchelder & Ms. Pei Hu | |||||||||||||||||||
51 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Social Sciences/Languages https://fsu.zoom.us/s/544647658 | 3 | Carson Flowers and Victoria Cabral | The Unspoken: An Immersive Dance Theatre Experience | The Unspoken is an immersive dance theatre experience inspired by Oscar Wilde’s The Picture of Dorian Gray that was entirely devised by FSU students and faculty. In traditional theatre, actors perform on a stage as audience members watch from their seats. However, immersive theatre is an entirely new genre that has emerged in recent years that allows the audience themselves to become a part of the performance. It breaks down the “fourth wall” between the public and the actors by encompassing the audience within the play. Due to its artistic nature, this project was not research heavy, but rather creative. My involvement can be separated into two distinct phases. The first phase involved assisting with the details of the actual production. In this phase, I helped with the design of the theatrical rooms in which the performance would take place by sewing curtains and measuring the dimensions of certain spaces. Along with that, I created altered journals that would be used as props in the performance. The second phase involved transitioning from the creative development stage to marketing and customer acquisition. In this phase, I expanded a database of strategic potential audience members around Tallahassee to include local journalists, news personnel, and cruise ship entertainment directors. Also, I wrote and delivered an elevator speech to students in the School of Dance to spark interest in the performance on campus. Lastly, I proceeded to craft advertising content on platforms such as Facebook to set up an online presence for the show and expand its reach. | Dr. Daniel Smith | Dance | Mr. Benjamin Howard | |||||||||||||||||||
52 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Social Sciences/Languages https://fsu.zoom.us/s/544647658 | 4 | Julian Cisneros | A Marriage Between Church and State: The Electoral Influence of the Russian Orthodox Church | The goal of this research project is to analyze the electoral influence of the Russian Orthodox Church (ROC). The Russian government often grants the Russian Orthodox Church special privileges. We hypothesize that “an increase in the number of churches should be associated with an increase in pro-regime electoral support. By analyzing the data of 13,414 active churches, we can evaluate the expansion of new churches and compare that to pro-regime support. | Ms. Anastasiia Vlasenko | Political Science | Ms. Katelyn Hess | |||||||||||||||||||
53 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Social Sciences/Languages https://fsu.zoom.us/s/544647658 | 5 | Brooke Cohen | Direct Democracy and Social Policy Outcomes: Marijuana Legalization in the States | This research project looks at the trends in ballot initiatives for those regarding the legalization and decriminalization of marijuana both recreationally and medically However, this is not the main purpose; the researcher is merely using proof of concept by analyzing data from one narrow focus and transferring it to explain many other trends in policy outcomes. Using data collected from Ballotpedia, initiatives are compared based on many factors such as support/opposition, spending, and descriptions. The text of the measure was additionally collected from each to deconstruct. Such information was utilized to deduce what conditions lead to the introduction, passage, and failure of certain policies. Projects of this subject matter are very relevant and important for understanding today’s legal system in America as well as the current state of opinions on marijuana. The purpose is to discover why federally the drug has yet to be legalized and what if any trends at state-level initiatives may reveal about why it has been legalized in only certain places and for certain reasons. Currently there are no conclusive results showing definitive causation, but a few correlations have been found amidst the research. | Ms. Kelley Doll | Department of Political Science | ||||||||||||||||||||
54 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Social Sciences/Languages https://fsu.zoom.us/s/544647658 | 6 | Naomi Cote | The Language of "Fetal Programming" in a Social Dimension | “Fetal programming” is now the metaphor of choice for many epigenetics studies published in scientific journals. It refers to the idea that exposures in utero precipitate epignetic changes that impact development and determine future health outcomes. This metaphor carries with it multiple connotations, and it implies human control over epigenetic factors and life-course health. In order to examine how the term “fetal programming” is invoked within scientific writing, this project began by analyzing select articles for a baseline audit of the imagery being used and its potential social implications. Next, we took a more systematic approach of searching specific scientific journal using the key term “fetal programming” and analyzing the use of metaphors within the top search results. Thus far, preliminary findings reveal that the articles describe the process of epigenetics with multiple terms related to “programming,” extending beyond the initial “fetal programming” notion to fit the area of study. For example, studies in epigenetics layer and add to the “programming” language, using engineer-like flowcharts and developing terms like “programming protocol” or “mis-programming” or “overwriting.” This metaphor expansion may be a result of a fixed mindset regarding “fetal programming” rather than trying to expand the definition of epigenetics or switching to a possibly more sustainable metaphor. | Dr. Miranda Waggoner | Sociology | ||||||||||||||||||||
55 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Social Sciences/Languages https://fsu.zoom.us/s/544647658 | 7 | Teagan Danilowicz | Campus Climate Change Survey | Climate Change is an all-encompassing issue that has been examined through a myriad of fields, but in our study, we chose to examine the issue through a sociological and an anthrophonic lens with the specification of Florida State University (FSU) students as our population. This information could be used to predict voting trends or to simply help the university take action in creating campus-wide awareness of the severity of the issue and help FSU students make a difference in the world. We want to know exactly how our population thinks and where they stand in terms of knowledge of the issue. That information could be utilized by other researchers at other universities to compare with their own student body or it could be presented to our own school’s administration to help better inform our own students. Our study consists of one survey that will only be distributed to FSU students and will ask questions about Climate Change directly, to test their knowledge, and will ask about their attitude towards the hot-button issue, in order to test perception. We expect to find that certain groups within the population will have a greater understanding of the issue, specifically groups such as STEM students, humanity students, females, and upperclassman. Also, we expect that these same groups will also have a positive outlook towards combating Climate Change, whereas their counterparts are expected to be more pessimistic. | Dr. Jayur Mehta | Department of Anthropology | ||||||||||||||||||||
56 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Social Sciences/Languages https://fsu.zoom.us/s/544647658 | 8 | Evelyn Hove | Mlimani Park Orchestra | This film project serves to document the history and performances of the Tanzanian band Mlimani Park Orchestra, which is a group internationally renowned across the African continent as one of the greatest rhumba bands of all time. The band has been active since 1978, and, after over forty years, many members of the band have either left or are looking to retire in the near future. The film showcases the band as they make new recording of several of their old songs, as the sound of the original recordings suffered from the low quality resources that were available to them in Tanzania’s socialist era, in an effort to preserve their legacy while the band is still able to perform. The documentary follows the band as they make their new recordings in the studio, perform in live shows, and participate in interviews, while also including the stories of other people who made the band’s success possible, including producers and even fans. The film is being composed in Adobe Premier Pro, and the head film maker for this project is Dr. Frank Gunderson. | Dr. Frank Gunderson | College of Music | ||||||||||||||||||||
57 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Social Sciences/Languages https://fsu.zoom.us/s/544647658 | 9 | Sheighlin Hagerty | The Rosenstrasse Protest | The Rosenstrasse Protest of Nazi Germany was an exemplary example of human compassion, and happens to be one of the only successful protest by women against the Nazi government to save German Jews from deportation. It is scarcely known and often misrepresented online, so through the creation of a timeline, editing Wikipedia pages, and genealogical research, my team is able to spread factual information, spread awareness, and broadcast the stories of surviving Rosenstrasse protests and their descendants. In this presentation, I hope to convey the significance of the Rosenstrasse protest and display all the work that has and needs to be done in order to represent it correctly and spread recognition of the event. | Dr. Nathan Stoltzfus | History | ||||||||||||||||||||
58 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Social Sciences/Languages https://fsu.zoom.us/s/544647658 | 10 | Chloe Ilcus | Queer Peoples' Views on Allyship Across Genders | There is currently a lack of research regarding queer peoples’ experiences of allyship and their expectations for allies. This study explored the variations in how different genders experience allyship across their gender, racial, ethnic, and sexual identities. It used thematic analysis of 21 in-depth interviews from students at two major universities in the southeastern United States, one PWI and one HBCU. It analyzed the relationships between the various categories of difference of queer students and looked at the gender differences in what sexual minorities expected of those who call themselves allies. Participants were interviewed about various experiences that they have had at their respective schools regarding their identities. They were also asked about their experiences of racism, homophobia, and transphobia at their universities. Participants were questioned about their experiences of allyship at their school. Finally, they were asked about what the ideal form of allyship looked like for them. | Mr. TehQuin Forbes | Sociology | ||||||||||||||||||||
59 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Social Sciences/Languages https://fsu.zoom.us/s/544647658 | 11 | Kana Lilly | Black Women's Intimate Relationships and Dating Apps | As the rising popularity of social media and dating apps continue to increase, so does the interest in finding out if dating apps change the way we view dating and relationships. Yet, among women of other races, Black women are still the least desirable option to potential suitors. Dating apps have the potential to alleviate some of the problems that Black women undergo, but we do not know how their experience on dating apps affects their romantic relationships. This study contributes to our understanding of Black women’s experience on dating apps. We conducted an online survey that studied how college-aged Black women felt about their experience with dating apps. Survey questions focused on successful dating experiences, thoughts, and feelings about using dating apps. We find that most single, Black women find it easier to connect with other singles on campus through dating apps, yet they still have a hard experience getting involved in romantic relationships. Many Black women suggest that their race negatively affects their chances of finding a suitor. This study focuses on the affect dating apps have on a more marginalized group of women and their experiences. This research contributes to our understanding of online dating apps, as well as Black women’s unique experiences finding romantic relationships online. | Ms. Taylor Jackson | Sociology | ||||||||||||||||||||
60 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Social Sciences/Languages https://fsu.zoom.us/s/544647658 | 12 | Elizabeth Pruitt | Appraising City-wide Goals and Strategies for Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction | Many cities aspire to become carbon neutral in the coming decades to ensure a sustainable future; unfortunately, there is a lack of research and information on how to tackle such a goal (Kennedy and Sgouridis, 2011). This project will look at how cities intend to accomplish their GHG emission goals as measured by metric tons of CO2e (carbon dioxide equivalent). This research draws data from the Carbon Disclosure Project. Initially, factors that cause these variations are identified in the 212 cities worldwide: institutional characteristics, demographic variables, administrative capabilities, and participation rate significantly shape CO2e as measured by linear regressions. Next, we examine the “longitudinal trajectory” of greenhouse emissions compared to the city’s goals for the past 10 years. This has shown that progress is typically in the form of step function and most cities were not on a trajectory to accomplish their goals. Lastly, using qualitative analysis techniques, city implementation strategies were examined. The four main strategies that were associated with progress were sector-specific reduction targets, implementation of long-term and short-term goals, collaboration with the public and private sector, and utilizing trans-municipal networks. | Ms. Morgan Higman | Public Administration | Professor Richard Feiock | |||||||||||||||||||
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62 | Monday | 6:45-7:45- IMS https://fsu.zoom.us/j/665296534 | 1 | Ashley Andrade | Disproportionate Representation: Speech & Language Impairment Rates in Florida Schools | This study evaluates the prevalence rates of speech impairments (SI) and language impairments (LI) in children from culturally and linguistically diverse (CLD) backgrounds in Florida schools. By examining 5 years of SI and LI prevalence data, including SI and LI data aggregated by ethnicity and English-learner (EL) status, from 67 school districts in Florida, we will calculate risk ratios to determine whether children from CLD backgrounds are disproportionately represented in these groups. Moreover, we look at what this correlation might mean for SI and LI identification and treatment methods. The data used in this study was obtained from public databases published by the Florida Department of Education in the PK-12 Education Information Portal, EDStats. This secondary analysis of publicly-available data is a work in progress. Therefore no conclusions can be made until further analysis of this data. | Dr. Shannon Hall-Mills | Communication Sciences and Disorders | ||||||||||||||||||||
63 | Monday | 6:45-7:45- IMS https://fsu.zoom.us/j/665296534 | 2 | Sylvia Claudia Canko | STM Imaging of Organic Networks | Scanning probe techniques, such as atomic force microscopy (AFM) and scanning tunneling microscopy (STM), allow for imaging surface morphologies with atomic resolution. By using STM, this approach enables one to analyze the atomic surface structure due to lateral resolution of up to 0.1 nanometer. The organic molecules we are interested in are: melamine (C3H6N6) and perylene-3,4,9,10-tetracarboxylic-diimide which form a supramolecular network, as well as perylenetetracarboxylic dianhydride, PTCDA. Melamine is an organic compound with a three-fold symmetry that utilizes hydrogen bonds to create long-range ordered networks by self-assembly with other molecules, for example PTCDI. PTCDI is a derivative of the polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon perylene that is used as a fluorescent dye. PTCDA is an organic semiconductor with low intermolecular distance that provides high electron mobility. I will be combining melamine with PTCDI to form the organic networks and visualize it by STM. PTCDA assembles into long-range ordered adlayers. By investigating the molecular stacking and orientation, we can draw conclusions about the characteristics of the compounds and their interfaces. It is at these interfaces that energy transfers occur, so to maximize the efficiency, the orientation, stacking and the substrate interactions must be known. | Prof. Lea Nienhaus | Chemistry | ||||||||||||||||||||
64 | Monday | 6:45-7:45- IMS https://fsu.zoom.us/j/665296534 | 3 | Brittney chang | Pregnant Women Information-Seeking Behavior: Systematic Review | Pregnancy can be a very confusing and frightening time for women, especially for the first time. During this time, many women seek health information about their pregnancy. Additionally, the internet and other sources are a common place to find information because many women are often left with unanswered questions that may arise. This review aimed to describe the information-seeking behavior of women who are pregnant or trying to become pregnant and the sources they receive this information from. For this review, the inclusion criteria included women only in the United States, all stages up to birth including pre-conception, specific diseases during pregnancy, actual and potential needs of pregnant women, and information seeking. Inclusion criteria were (1) pregnancy-related, (2) information seeking, (3) in the United States. A literature review of 35 texts was read and summarized with important information about pregnancy and the information-seeking behavior of women noted. A systematic review was determined to be the best method to use for this research project. From the literature review, the internet and health care providers were the main source of information pregnant women used. More research is being done on infertility, first-trimester pregnancy, and infertility to gain more insight into pregnancy-related information-seeking behavior. | Dr. Zhe He | School of Information | Ms. Laura Barrett Doctoral Student | |||||||||||||||||||
65 | Monday | 6:45-7:45- IMS https://fsu.zoom.us/j/665296534 | 4 | Nicholle Courrejolles | Effect of Bike Lane on Recreational Activity | In contemporary times, there has been more emphasis on ecological research on how infrastructure and health relate (Lopez-Zetina, Lee, and Friis 2006; Sugiyam et al. 2007; Ding et al. 2011; Rind et al. 2015; Sallis, Owen, and Fisher 2015). An epidemic across the United States—chronic diseases such as obesity and heart disease has increased at staggering rates—and public health specialists, urban planners, and policymakers are attempting to find ecological approaches to increase physical activity. Most research in this area has delineated how built environments do support physical activity (Cervero et al. 2009; Ding and Gebel 2012; Rind et al. 2015; Mueller et al. 2018). How the city—one’s living space is determined is done so through policy. This affects someone’s everyday travels, for example. There is minimal acknowledgement about the said relationship but government policies can have a ripple effect through health, environment, and sustainability. Through the analysis of the largest 500 U.S cities and their health outcomes associated with physical activity, this study answers the question: are implemented dedicated bike lane expansion policies associated with bike usage, leisure-time physical activity and subsequent health benefits? The severity of this study derives from the fact that a city-scale analysis is needed due to its close interrelatedness of municipal policy to infrastructure and thus, those citizens’s health outcomes. Health should be in all policies. | Dr. Richard Feiock | Askew School of Public Administration and Policy | Ms. Ruowen Shen | |||||||||||||||||||
66 | Monday | 6:45-7:45- IMS https://fsu.zoom.us/j/665296534 | 5 | Noor Esoo | Gender, Quality-of-Life, and Optimism in Acute Stress among Patients Awaiting Open-heart Surgery | Women are more likely to develop symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Women with heart disease (HD) tend to be more disadvantaged and have poorer quality of life (QOL) than their male counterparts. Open-heart surgery (OHS) is a life-altering but highly stressful event for HD patients, of which poor post-OHS outcomes were associated with post-OHS PTSD-like symptoms. Yet, when the decision is made by cardiologists, such symptoms could develop prior to OHS, which we termed as acute stress. This study aimed to investigate gender differences and relations of pre-OHS quality-of-life and psychosocial strength factors with acute stress. Methods: We recruited 481 pre-OHS patients (male=58%; mean age=62) for two interviews. Medical indices were obtained from the Society of Thoracic Surgeon’s (STS) national database. Multivariate analyses following pre-planned steps were performed to test our hypotheses: (1) female patients would be more likely to develop PTSD-like symptoms; 2) pre-OHS impacted QOL indicators might explain the sex/gender difference; and 3) certain character strengths) could mitigate symptom levels. Results: While women had significantly higher symptom levels. Younger age and impacted psychosocial wellbeing were associated with acute stress. Dispositional optimism and subjective religiousness were inversely associated with acute stress, but post-OHS prayer coping had a positive relation. Cardiac indices did not have any effect. A post-hoc analysis supported the mediation of impacted psychosocial wellbeing on the sex differences in acute stress. Conclusion: Cardiac health care providers should pay more attention to enhance amendable poor QOL of women and personality strengths for distressed OHS patients. | Dr. Amy Ai | Psychology and Social Work | ||||||||||||||||||||
67 | Monday | 6:45-7:45- IMS https://fsu.zoom.us/j/665296534 | 6 | Jake Flaks | Accessing Engineering Standards:A Study in ARL Best Practices for Acquiring and Disseminating Standards | not final: Engineering standards are important to have in an academic library’s collection not only for the benefit of the students but for the greater good of the public. Engineering standards are a collectively agreed upon set of rules or instructions as to how something must be constructed or put together. These are crucial so that way parts and appliances built by different companies can work together with one another by following specific standards. Standards also ensure minimum performance, meet safety requirements, and ensure that systems are consistent and repeatable and interface with other standard compliant equipment. However, these standards are supplied by organizations and are very expensive. The research here aims to provide and idea as to how Florida State University can acquire standards for its engineering students in the most cost-effective way possible. | Ms. Denise Wetzel | Libraries, Social Work | Ms. Kelly Grove | |||||||||||||||||||
68 | Monday | 6:45-7:45- IMS https://fsu.zoom.us/j/665296534 | 7 | Ashley Garcell and Jonathan Mesa | Hurricane Michael Sleep Trauma and Regulation | Following traumatic experiences, such as natural disasters, it is common to experience emotional instability, stress, anxiety, and other psychological symptoms (Makwana, Nikunj, 2019). Through the medium of PTSD, fear establishes itself after traumatic events to negatively impact sleep quality of adolescents (Zhou, Xiao, et al. 2017). Sleep quality can be evaluated by the severity of stress, depression, and anxiety (Bavafa, Amir, et al. 2020). This study measures the psychological impact of disaster-mediated trauma through the perspective of subjects in the Florida panhandle affected by Hurricane Michael. Through an assessment of the communities’ needs, a better understanding of potential intervention methods can be gained in order to effectively manage trauma and the associated psychological consequences. | Dr. Scott Pickett | Florida State University College of Medicine, Department of Behavioral Sciences and Social Medicine | Ms. Samantha Nagy | |||||||||||||||||||
69 | Monday | 6:45-7:45- IMS https://fsu.zoom.us/j/665296534 | 8 | Morgan Ling | The Role of Motor Protein CIN8 in Chromosome Segregation | When improper attachment between the kinetochore and microtubule occurs, it activates the Spindle Assembly Checkpoint (SAC) (Jin & Wang). This checkpoint monitors mistakes in kinetochore attachment and arrests the cell in metaphase, so that the cell can correct improper attachment. If the cell enters into anaphase in the presence of attachment errors, it can lead to chromosome missegregation, which causes conditions such as aneuploidy and down-syndrome. Moreover, aneuploidy is a hallmark of cancer cells. In budding yeast, a protein kinase Ipl1 (Aurora B in human) phosphorylates a kinetochore protein Dam1 to destabilize the microtubule-kinetochore attachment for correction and maintain SAC activation (Jin & Wang). It has been shown that a microtubule motor protein Cin8 is responsible for adequate kinetochore attachment and tension generation at sister kinetochores. It is unclear if Ipl1 is responsible for error correction and metaphase arrest in CIN8 mutant cells. In this research, we tested the hypothesis in cin8 mutants, Ipl1 kinase is required to maintain SAC activation. We found that mutation in Ipl1 kinase lead to the lethality in cells lacking functional Cin8. Moreover, dysfunctional Ipl1 allows cin8 mutant cells to enter anaphase prematurely, which likely causes the lethality. These results will help us further understand the mechanism for the generation of aneuploidy in order to aid in cancer research. | Dr. Yanchang Wang | FSU College of Medicine Biomedical Sciences | Ms. Delaney Sherwin | |||||||||||||||||||
70 | Monday | 6:45-7:45- IMS https://fsu.zoom.us/j/665296534 | 9 | Lizette Maldonado | Real Cost of Styrofoam | Styrofoam is a great material with many benefits, it is highly durable, works as an insulator, and it is excellent for packaging. Though it offers valuable help, it also proves to be quite a damaging product for our environment. Styrofoam is a non-biodegradable material making it a more difficult product to recycle. Its long decomposition period proves to be quite harmful to our environment because not only does the debris begin to build up, but it is a petroleum-based plastic. Individuals are less inclined to recycle Styrofoam since it requires more effort to find the proper locations to dispose of it. Through our research we hope to find a method in which school departments at the Florida State University hold on to the styrofoam disposed from their building and recycle it or donate it to a better matter. The goal for our experiment is to spread the word on the need to recycle styrofoam and our intentions is to make FSU a more environmentally friendly campus. Overall, it seems that people are more willing to contribute their styrofoam as a one- time occurrence rather that set up a periodical event. | Dr. Anthony Bouscaren | Art Department | ||||||||||||||||||||
71 | Monday | 6:45-7:45- IMS https://fsu.zoom.us/j/665296534 | 10 | Brooke Mallett | Intervention Development to address HIV and Syphilis Co-infection; A systematic review of the literature | HIV and syphilis co-infection among men who have sex with men (MSM) is rapidly increasing, likely as a result of engaging in risky sexual behaviors. These risky behaviors include condomless sex, multiple sex partners, social media, drug use, and being uneducated. Integrated prevention is necessary in order to stop the epidemic. There is no explanation as to why there is a higher frequency of syphilis cases in HIV-infected MSM compared to HIV-uninfected MSM, other than MSM living with HIV might be more susceptible to Treponema pallidum infection, which is the bacterium that causes syphilis (Refugio & Klausner, 2018). When an HIV-infected person gets infected with a sexually transmitted disease (STD) such as syphilis it suggests that they were engaging in risky behavior such as condomless sex. Literature discussing relevant findings as to reasons why MSM engage in risky sexual behavior, screening and diagnosis among MSM, and other associated factors will be examined. | Dr. Nicole Ennis | Department of Behavioral Sciences and Social Medicine - College of Medicine | ||||||||||||||||||||
72 | Monday | 6:45-7:45- IMS https://fsu.zoom.us/j/665296534 | 11 | Caroline Li Oteri | Prioritizing Plant Conservation Needs in the Longleaf Pine Ecosystem | Distinguishing species that require immediate conservation actions to prevent extinction from species that are low abundance but demographically stable could lead to better allocation of scarce resources for conservation. It has been hypothesized that strong negative density dependence would allow populations to persist a low abundance because a reduction in the number of individuals increases population growth. This mechanism would allow a species to remain at low abundance for many years with low risk of extinction. We are conducting a comparative analysis of related common and low abundance species in the understory of longleaf pine ecosystem to test the hypothesis that persistent low abundance species experience stronger negative density dependence. We are also identifying traits such as herbivory and specific leaf area that are associated with strong negative effects of density. This could provide a tool to identify other rare species that are at low risk of extinction. | Ms. Natali Ramirez-Bullon | Biology | Dr. Alice Winn | |||||||||||||||||||
73 | Monday | 6:45-7:45- IMS https://fsu.zoom.us/j/665296534 | 12 | Trisha Patel | Childhood Lead Poisoning in the US: A Focus on State Specific Policy Formation | This research project explores the negative effects associated with high exposures to lead. Specifically, the lead found in drinking water systems. The project focuses on how the exposure to lead affects children, and on the preventative strategies proposed by various states. The specific states depend on regions denoted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Literature reviews show how the states in region 1 of the United States are dealing with the issue. This region consists of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. They also show how preventive strategies used work alongside regulations. These regulations were either set by the EPA or Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This research found that most states struggle with the reduction of lead present within school water systems. Cases dealing with high exposure are the most frequent in poor, old, and overpopulated areas. (Work in progress) | Prof. Katrinell Davis | Sociology | ||||||||||||||||||||
74 | Monday | 6:45-7:45- IMS https://fsu.zoom.us/j/665296534 | 13 | Katherynn Aleena Pledger | Healthy Moms Mean Healthhy Babies: The Role of Maternal Body Mass Index on Infant Feeding Practices | Childhood obesity is a major public health issue in the United States. While maternal body-mass-index (BMI) is a well-known, strong predictor for childhood obesity, the role of maternal BMI on infant feeding practices is less understood. Infant feeding practices (such as breastfeeding initiation and duration and age at solid food introduction) are known to influence infant growth and ultimately future weight status. The purpose of this study is to better understand the relationship between maternal BMI and infant feeding practices in a group of first-time mothers and their infants. We recruited 36 mother-infant dyads from the community. Self-reported maternal height and weight prior to pregnancy was collected and BMI calculated. Infant feeding practices at birth, one and four months of age was collected via survey, as well as other factors which may influence infant feeding practices (i.e., feeding beliefs, social support, depression). Results indicate that 44.4% of mothers were of normal weight, 25% were overweight, and 30.6% obese. Once we finish collecting the data, we will analyze it to see the trends between the mothers’ BMI and infant feeding practices. Although this is a small-scale study, we hope that our research will provide some insight into the relationship between BMI and infant feeding practices. By better understanding this relationship, we can promote healthy infant feeding practices for mothers to help lower the risks of obesity in their children. | Dr. Jessica Bahorski | College of Nursing | Ms. Kinsey Pocchio | |||||||||||||||||||
75 | Monday | 6:45-7:45- IMS https://fsu.zoom.us/j/665296534 | 14 | Michael Truman Sharp | Polyelectrolyte Complexes | Polyelectrolytes are long chains of repeating molecular units which possess an ionic charge. Positively charged polyelectrolytes are grouped as polycations, and those negatively charged are known as polyanions. Two common polyelectrolytes used in our research are PDAD and PSS, a polycation and a polyanion, respectively. PDAD and PSS can form complexes, drawn to the opposing charges of the other. When PDAD and PSS are ionized in a solution of salt, a substrate can be submerged into each of these solutions in turn, forming nano-thin layers on the substrate, known as multilayers. The thickness and roughness of these multilayers are dependent on several factors, including substrate material, concentration of salt in solution, and number of layers. Effects of these factors can be studied using ellipsometry and atomic force microscopy, or AFM. | Dr. Joseph Schlenoff | Department of Chemistry | Samir abou-shaheen | |||||||||||||||||||
76 | Monday | 6:45-7:45- IMS https://fsu.zoom.us/j/665296534 | 15 | Allison Trenkle | Losing Grip: Understanding How Individual Substance-Gripping Loops Within the Proteasome Alter Cellular Proteolysis | The ubiquitin-proteasome system is in charge of the degradation of proteins in eukaryotes. This ATP-dependent complex consists of two major subcomplexes, which are the regulatory particle and the core particle. Incoming substrates are recognized by the regulatory particle, they are unfolded, then translocated into the core particle. This process is dependent on six AAA+ family ATPase subunits, RPT1-6. A major question currently is how substrate recognition and unfolding by the proteasomal ATPases influences substrate proteolysis by the core particle. Although it is thought that the six RP ATPases function identically together during the unfolding process it has recently been found that impairing individual ATPases has nonequivalent impact on cell health and function. It is hypothesized that specific substrates are dependent on particular ATPases for proteolysis. The effect of mutations on the RPT subunit on the stabilization of substrates will be investigated along with the characteristics of specific ATPase subunit dependent substrates. | Ms. Jennifer Warnock | Biology | Dr. Robert Tomko | |||||||||||||||||||
77 | Monday | 6:45-7:45- IMS https://fsu.zoom.us/j/665296534 | 16 | Kaitlyn Watkins | Examining the Factors that Affect Structural Repetition in Question Answering | We present two experiments that examine structural priming in the single-trial phone call paradigm introduced in Levelt and Kelter (1982). Experimenters called businesses and asked either What time do you close? Or At what time do you close? Participants were more likely to produce a prepositional response (At 7 o’clock vs. 7 o’clock) following a prepositional question than following a non-prepositional question. Experiments 1 and 2 attempted to strengthen the priming effect by having the experimenters engage in a brief interaction with the participant before asking the critical What time…? Question. These interactions did not reliably affect the observed priming effect. An analysis across experiments demonstrated the priming effect found in this paradigm is generally smaller than the average structural priming effect (as reported in Mahowald, James, Futrell & Gibson, 2016), but within the range of the effects that are observed in different structural priming paradigms. This is still being edited and worked on with our mentor. | Dr. Michael Kaschak | Psychology | Katherine Chia M.S | |||||||||||||||||||
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79 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Creative Arts & Humanities https://fsu.zoom.us/j/825542818 | 1 | Schimelda Louissaint & Karelis Albornoz | The Research Study of Gender Based Writing Styles | The Word Knowledge Instruction (WKI) Research that we conducted analyzes data involving morphologically complex words (MCW) and the gender performance disparity. One portion of the research project consisted of producing a lesson plan for the future advancement of morphologically complex words for 4th and 5th grade students. The second portion of the research project consisted of coding students’ essays and processing it through the data system. The project is specifically aimed at analyzing the growth of the WKI program that was installed last year. The data will determine whether the lesson plans have assisted in the increase of morphologically complex words within student essays. The writing samples are from October 2018 and May of 2019. Each essay was transcribed using coding by a student and then processed through a data system called SALT. Some portion of the students received the MCW lesson plan intervention and those students achieved higher scores than the other group of students that didn’t. Females received a higher score overall and used more MCW than male students. 4th grade students had a lower score than 5th grade students. The aim of this research is to improve the reading and writing comprehension of elementary students by establishing the WKI according to the MCW percentage. The research will also uphold the arguments made by other research scholars about the significance of morphologically complex words over other types of word forms (i.e. phonological and orthographic). When it comes to MCW, students (especially English learners) have the greatest difficulty in developing their writing skills. | Dr. Carla Wood | School of Communications Science and Disorders | Mr. Jim Ellison | |||||||||||||||||||
80 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Creative Arts & Humanities https://fsu.zoom.us/j/825542818 | 2 | Ketia Alphonse | A vision of civically engaged art education: Teens as arts based researchers | Civic engagement is not just concerned with identifying societal and political structures, but there is also a focus on young people understanding themselves as civic agents who are capable of starting and sustaining change. Seeing students as change-makers is a civically engaged goal supported by literature surrounding the aims of art education in K-12 schools. Working in collaboration with local teens, the researchers engaged in 12 weeks of art camp that facilitated teens’ inquiry into the legacy of foot soldiers in the Civil Rights Movement in Tallahassee, Florida. Teens explored the people, places, and events that organized the community. They made connections with current events and created a collective portrait of change-makers. This project explores the question; what might positioning teens as arts-based researchers do to inform curriculum focused on civically engaged critical thinkers and makers? | Dr. Sara Shields | Art Education | Dr. Rachel Fendler | |||||||||||||||||||
81 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Creative Arts & Humanities https://fsu.zoom.us/j/825542818 | 3 | James Barberis | Exploring Inspirational Movies and TV Shows | The research project entitled “Exploring Inspirational Movies and TV Shows” intends to identify the most frequent plots and story structures found in mainstream media considered “inspirational,” “touching,” or “moving.” These elements of the film industry are essential for understanding how audience members react and comprehend movies today, therefore researchers not only involved in studies of entertainment but those regarding human nature can further their grasp on public perceptions. Results were collected through the specific, consistent method of analyzing the plots of various films and assigning them one of six story structures depending on the overall positivity of the story content. Upon examining over fifty films, the most common story structure has been concluded to be the “rise-fall-rise” shape, which indicates the positivity progression of the characters within the story began well, then experienced a decline toward the middle, and ended on an optimistic note. Additionally, with research continuing for many weeks ahead, this finding will be confirmed following the exploration of even more films as well as television programs. These findings show a clear emphasis on the “rise-fall-rise” structure in films to be the most inspirational to audience members in cinemas, therefore implying a favorable bias toward this particular plot. | Dr. Katherine Dale | Communications | Ms. Jia Liao | |||||||||||||||||||
82 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Creative Arts & Humanities https://fsu.zoom.us/j/825542818 | 4 | David Black | Student Thesis Films | The purpose of our research in this project was to help produce to multiple student MFA thesis films. In doing so, I was granted the role of production assistant, which entails a variety of responsibilities. The producer of films basically organizes the entire production while at the same time works with the director/writer of the script in order to help project the story in the manner it is supposed to be. This is tricky as production comes with many challenges and obstacles which can make it difficult to continue capturing the story/message the director is trying to deliver. A production assistant’s main job is to help the producer. We have finished filming one of the films already and are going to begin production of the next film soon. The first film we shot is titled “Step Family.” A few of the responsibilities I received in this project were helping to secure extras, staging of the set, and help the producer communicate with the rest of the crew. The cast and crew worked diligently and passionately on this project and worked great together as a team in order to achieve our common goal of producing a film. | Ms. Millicent Johnnie | Film | ||||||||||||||||||||
83 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Creative Arts & Humanities https://fsu.zoom.us/j/825542818 | 5 | James Clay | Donation Center/Sound Art Studio | This project incorporates several artistic works involving mixed media and expanded printmaking, and the development of a sound art studio. Many of the pieces will be displayed in gallery exhibitions under the title “Donation Center,” along with the publishing of the artist book “Hidey-Hole.” The primary focus of this body of work is examining the relationship between medicine, our understanding of our bodies and mortality, and issues regarding healthcare. To portray this message, the pieces use medical media, such as drug advertisements, along with printmaking techniques as source material. For the hand-made publication “Hidey-Hole,” each page contains imagery derived from the medical industry and a web URL to a website containing health media. On these websites, a textual accompaniment to the page of the book and the website exists within the public comment section. The other aspect of the project involves the research and development for a sound art studio. Sound art is the artistic discipline in which sound is the primary medium. To develop a studio for this purpose, a master list of existing sound art studios and their resources is formed. From this master list, resources and facilities will be developed to create a functional and unique university sound art studio. | Prof. Daniel Luedtke | Art | ||||||||||||||||||||
84 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Creative Arts & Humanities https://fsu.zoom.us/j/825542818 | 6 | Alana Felton | Better Dead Than Red: A Twentieth Century Crusade for Christ and Against Communism | The “Christian anticommunist crusade” was a distinct form of American revivalism that emerged just prior to World War II in reaction a perceived global communist threat, contributing to the second American “red scare”. Dr. Dan Wells’ book-in-progress, Better Dead Than Red: A Twentieth Century Crusade for Christ and Against Communism describes the formation of American conservatism, focusing on the roles of twentieth century Christian activists in the anticommunist movement. Better Dead Than Red aims to narrate a new history of Cold War spirituality that acknowledges the role of race—as well as gender and class--in the development of American conservatism. Each chapter of Better Dead Than Red focuses on a different Christian anticommunist crusader. We are conducting archival research for a chapter on conservative Catholic activist Phyllis Schlafly. Utilizing Schlafly’s personal writings, public appearances, news coverage, and the declassified files of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, we are gathering information about Schlafly’s involvement in the anticommunist crusade. We are noting the emphasis on race, gender, anti-collectivism, the American family unit, and pro-capitalism in Schlafly’s rhetoric. We are also recording her political and economic interests to establish a shared pattern of funding and support by wealthy Americans who connect seemingly disparate anticommunist Christian figures, such as Calvin Coughlin and Billy Graham. This research on Schlafly will help to establish a narrative of the formation of American conservatism which focuses on the unifying principles that inform the Christian anticommunist crusade Felton 2 aesthetic: anti-collectivism, the family, citizen subject, personal character of the crusade leader, economic and political interests. | Dr. Daniel Wells | Religion | ||||||||||||||||||||
85 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Creative Arts & Humanities https://fsu.zoom.us/j/825542818 | 7 | Meghan Gilmore | Educating Digital Citizens: A Review of Curricula | The purpose of our research has been to examine the existing curricula created to educate parents, children, and teachers about proper online citizenship. By doing this, we will better understand how to create a realistically useful curriculum for everybody to use, helping people educate themselves and their children on proper social media use. To assess this body, we reviewed several leading curricula, all of which are freely available for educators online, assessing the practicality of their materials, the intended implementations of their lessons (e.g. in-class activities for students), and the research that these resources used to create their curricula. Many of the sources had little to no empirical research behind their claims, which points to a need in social media research for more in-depth consideration of the soundness of available online curricula. | Dr. Vanessa Dennen | Education | ||||||||||||||||||||
86 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Creative Arts & Humanities https://fsu.zoom.us/j/825542818 | 8 | Mia Jackson | Postcards and the Everglades: An Examination of Mid-20th Century Environmentalism | Since the founding of Everglades National Park in the mid-20th century, it has become a place that breeds discussion on the clashing of different social and environmental forces. Tourism, agriculture, invasive species, and urbanization collide readily and viciously in the swampy wetlands of South Florida. By analyzing a set of postcards that date roughly from 1920 to 1970, I determine the ways that such forces are depicted in everyday texts, exploring the relevant cultural ideals and understandings surrounding the Everglades at the time of its establishment as a park. Through evaluation of the specific visual and written elements of each postcard, a deeper understanding of how political and social ideologies of the time period played a role in the continual degradation of the Everglades ecosystem can be uncovered. It is also important to consider how these representative postcards would have been sold, bought, and mailed, and what groups of people may have participated in such activities. Using an inductive coding scheme, I identify visual cues on the postcards—the presence of native species, tourists, and agriculture—to find trends in the overall design of Everglades postcards, so as to further understand the various ways Americans believed themselves to be connected—or potentially disconnected—to the Everglades. In doing so, it is possible to reflect on the various ways humanity has allowed environmental destruction to take place across the world in different ecosystems and geographic areas. | Dr. Michael Neal | English | ||||||||||||||||||||
87 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Creative Arts & Humanities https://fsu.zoom.us/j/825542818 | 9 | Mallory Malman | The Human Dimension of World War II: Working with Original Documents and Artifacts | This research project involves processing and archiving original artifacts from World War II. Archiving involves uploading the artifacts into an online database which is accessible to other researchers. Through archiving the Ralph E. Herold collection, the focus of my research narrowed to official and unofficial photographs taken in the war. The Ralph E. Herold collection had numerous official photographs of Kobe, Japan during wartime, and subsequent photographs of Kobe, Japan after the war. The aim of my research was to compare pre and post war photographs, as well as examine the way World War II was presented through official photography. This research process is an ongoing project at Florida State University. | Dr. Kurt Piehler | History | ||||||||||||||||||||
88 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Creative Arts & Humanities https://fsu.zoom.us/j/825542818 | 10 | Melanie Millo | It’s Playtime! The Experiences of Children with and without Disabilities on Community Playground | Recently, playgrounds are being modified to become more accessible for all children. However, there is still a prevalent gap within accessibility for children with disabilities. The purpose of this study is to better understand which playground spaces and equipment facilitate or impede social interaction or physical activity for children within three distinct groups: children with disabilities, children with disabilities that do not or only minimally impact natural speech, and children with disabilities who have severely limited or no natural speech. Through a prior demographic survey, and observing and mapping 4-6 year old children’s physical activity and social interactions on the playground for one hour, we will be able to provide recommendations for making playgrounds more accessible for children with and without disabilities. Data collection for this study is ongoing. | Dr. Michelle Therrien | Communication Science and Disorders | Dr. Sandy Wong | |||||||||||||||||||
89 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Creative Arts & Humanities https://fsu.zoom.us/j/825542818 | 11 | Emma Moses | Teleological Essentialism and Boundary Intensification | Teleological essentialism states that something’s essence is based on its purpose, or telos. This applies to both natural kinds and artifacts. Lockean essentialism emphasizes an object’s scientific essence, maintaining that this applies to natural kind but not artifactual categories. Significant evidence suggests that for natural kinds, like birds, atypical category members (e.g. penguins) are still judged as full category members. However, this “boundary intensification” is not found for artifactual kinds like furniture, seeming to problematize teleological essentialism. We sought to provide evidence for teleological essentialism by demonstrating that we do in fact intensify boundaries for both natural kinds and artifacts based on telos. In study 1, participants listed examples from the categories furniture, birds, shameful, and courageous. Participants in study 2 made category, purpose, or typicality ratings for the top forty items of each category. We found that for telic categories--furniture and birds--category boundaries are intensified, while for the non-telic categories, they are not. In study 3, participants were told each item from the “furniture” category was created either as furniture or art. Intensification ratings went from 72% in the furniture condition to 34% in the art condition, suggesting creator intention impacts telos. Finally, study 4 asked participants about items that underwent superficial transformation but maintained their telos. We found, for example, when a hotplate is changed to resemble a clock, but still heats things up, it is viewed as atypical, though definitely a hotplate. A similar pattern occurs for birds. These findings support teleological essentialism over Lockean essentialism. | Dr. David Rose | Philosophy | ||||||||||||||||||||
90 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Creative Arts & Humanities https://fsu.zoom.us/j/825542818 | 12 | Maia Ruiz | The Genetics of Female Resistance to Male Harm in Drosophila Melanogaster | This project explores the sexual conflict that occurs in many species due to an opposition of evolutionary interests resulting in sexually antagonistic coevolution. The species Drosophila Melanogaster exhibits this trait and will be the primary focus of the research. Males contain proteins in their seminal fluids that harm females, so females evolve to resist harm from males during sexual reproduction. This begins an evolutionary arms race as males and females evolve to resist each other. This aspect of the project focuses on examining the female resistance. 150 lines of in-bred male D. Melanogaster had been assayed for the first part of this project to identify which are the most harmful and least harmful. The lines will be mated with females. After mating, the average number of eggs which is representative of the fertility of the female will be measured. This data will be used to conclude how resistant the females become. The next step in the project will conduct a Genome Wide Association study to determine which genes are contributing to female resistance. Sexual conflict has only been studied at a phenotypic level which is not as informationally significant as examining the genomic process. This project is important in the acquisition of knowledge about the genetics behind female resistance which has not been examined nearly as much as the male’s role in sexual conflict. Sexual conflict is present in many species including humans, so the project’s results will help to understand the genetics behind the evolutionary process. | Dr. Sarah Kettelkamp | Department of Biological Science Ecology and Evolution | ||||||||||||||||||||
91 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Creative Arts & Humanities https://fsu.zoom.us/j/825542818 | 13 | Miquelle De La Ossa | Digital Narratives: Capturing the Graduate Student Experience | The Office of Graduate Fellowships and Awards at Florida State University (FSU) developed the Digital Narratives of Graduate Student Success (DNGSS) project as a way to share and preserve graduate students’ experiences beyond their time at FSU. The project does this through digital archiving of interviews, photos, videos, and other digital storytelling content. We wanted to determine the effect that DNGSS has on its participants and how the project has contributed to ongoing efforts to showcase the collegiate student experience. We sent 158 participants in the DNGSS project a 13-question survey asking how they have been impacted by having their efforts recognized and celebrated. We also conducted extensive research to “find the gap” that the DNGSS project fills in the realm of digitally archiving student experiences. The survey responses showed that 75% of FSU graduate students who engaged with the DNGSS project benefitted from their involvement in different ways (i.e. resume building, internships, further research funding, heightened feelings of confidence and motivation, etc.). Based on our results, showcasing FSU graduate students’ accomplishments has a positive effect on the mental state and future opportunities for said students, and our research shows that the DNGSS project is fairly unique in contents and methods for sharing and preserving graduate students’ stories. Our research can serve as a basis for future studies to utilize other methods of determining the effect of projects like DNGSS on graduate students, which may motivate other graduate schools to implement projects such as this one for their students’ benefit. | Dr. Adrienne Stephenson | Office of Graduate Fellowships and Awards | ||||||||||||||||||||
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93 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Business https://fsu.zoom.us/j/407378127 | 1 | Ezequiel Asis | Student-Housing as a Tool For Gentrification into the French-town Community | In this study, gentrification involves the process of the arrival of affluent newcomers to an urban area which replaces older (typically lower-income) residents. Gentrification has a multitude of impacts on the community such as increases in rent prices, displacement, alienation, and changes in dynamic. In this study, researchers looked at how student-housing is utilized as a tool for gentrification into the Frenchtown community in Tallahassee. Frenchtown is a historic community based in Tallahassee, Florida. The community is filled with vibrant history. The area is considered one of the oldest historically African American communities. In the 1830’s the neighborhood was a community of mostly free people of color, especially after the influx of freed slaves who migrated after the Civil War. French-town continued to develop a thriving economy, revitalized with local businesses and culture. The culture of French-town has been significantly influenced by the art and music movement that stemmed from the area, making it a country renowned jazz hub. Florida State University has been increasingly growing in size and power, creating a demand for student housing that has been slowly encroaching the French town community. Residents are slowing becoming concerned as development into the area is displacing communities and increasing the cost of housing. | Prof. Tyler McCreary | Geography | Dr. April Jackson | |||||||||||||||||||
94 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Business https://fsu.zoom.us/j/407378127 | 2 | Amelia Atallah, Riley Dyer, & Montgomery Phillips | Analysis of Variation in Auto Insurance Rate Filings | The purpose of this research project was to determine the trends and patterns that come across auto insurance rate filings. We examined factors such as the number of rate filings, mean time of approval for rate filings, the percent of filings approved from 2007-2018 for all 50 states. There are also other theories that we tested to determine other factors in the reason for rate filings, such as political campaign contributions which we matched up with companies that also happened to file a rate change. We narrowed down the “big 10” insurers and are looking at specific companies across states, including indicated, proposed and approved rates. We carried this research out by using already compiled data from our research mentor, although we had to sort, and eliminate the unnecessary fields in the data. Although this is still an ongoing project there are some trends we have begun to notice when examining the data, the trends include that certain states seem to always file in the same time period during the year, another trend would be the mean time of approval for states. Some states are able to get their rate changes approved quickly while other states have to wait a considerable amount of time. This research could help us understand strategies of insurance companies when processing auto insurance filings across the United States and eventually worldwide. | Dr. Patricia Born | Dr. William T. Hold/The National Alliance Program in Risk Management | ||||||||||||||||||||
95 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Business https://fsu.zoom.us/j/407378127 | 3 | Chloe Covington | The Effectiveness of Programs Designed to Reduce Distracted Driving | Distracted driving is often cited as a reason for increased accident risk. Policymakers have sought to decrease distracted driving through legislation, where evidence shows that law changes can alter drivers’ behaviors. This appears to be true regarding distracted driving as well as states have passed bans on cell phone use while driving research indicated an improvement in traffic safety and reduction in insurance costs. Policymakers have also sought to decrease distracted driving through federally funded initiatives. This research examines the efficacy of these federally funded initiatives in conjunction with legislative bans on cell phone use. The goal of this research is to provide information for public policy makers. In addition to documenting programs designed to improve traffic safety with regard to distracted driving, we are examining the effectiveness of those programs. | Dr. Charles Nyce | Business | ||||||||||||||||||||
96 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Business https://fsu.zoom.us/j/407378127 | 4 | Dennis Dabney | Landscape Archaeology of Southwest Sardinia: Digitization of Project Archive | The objective of this Undergraduate Research Project (UROP) is to organize and digitize data from an archaeological research project the Landscape Archaeology of Southwest Sardinia project (LASS), which works on the Italian island of Sardinia. The LASS project is a diachronic archaeolological research project that studies the long-term settlement in the region of Sulcis (SW Sardinia), from the Neolithic to the Early Modern periods. The project is co-directed by Dr. Elizabeth A. Murphy (Department of Classics, FSU), Dr. Thomas P. Leppard (Department of Anthropology, FSU), and Dr. Andrea Roppa (Università di Padova). In the summer of 2019, the LASS field team geospatially recorded and collected artifacts. These objects were then photographed and labeled before being transferred to the local museum. The job now has been to crop and edit thousands of artifact photos in order to bring them to their true coloring. Another aspect of this research involves creating an Access database so that different archeologists working with the LASS project can record data and notes on the artifacts that have been collected. This is done to ensure that the specialists can come to an agreement on the identification and classification of specific types of pottery. This database is designed to facilitate the collaborative analysis of LASS project data and to ensure that the classifications of the artifacts are correct and easily accessible. | Dr. Elizabeth Murphy | The Classics Department | ||||||||||||||||||||
97 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Business https://fsu.zoom.us/j/407378127 | 5 | Shaneze Douglas | Resilience and Volunteerism after Hurricane Michael | Analyzing the study Resilience and volunteerism efforts after Hurricane Michael, in many instances aid is not reported accurately, thus there is plenty of unreported aid that goes missing from the public eye. The purpose is this research is to gather all the possible data to observe Hurricane Michael on a quantitative scale. It is expected that we have reported about seventy percent of the total aid that has been distributed. To display the extensiveness of this project in calculating all the possible relief efforts, all relief efforts, whether these were through monetary compensation or just regular acts of volunteerism. This research project covers all the possible groups of people as it goes form as far as getting the numbers from organizations as the red cross and other major volunteerism organizations, to even the local church that led initiatives to help its people. The collected sum is currently about 145 million USD; this number rivaled the 240 million USD that the Florida state government has appropriated so far. | Prof. David Berlan | Sociology, Business | ||||||||||||||||||||
98 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Business https://fsu.zoom.us/j/407378127 | 6 | Justin Frankel | Executive Turnover in Local Government | On a municipal level, turnover of leading officials occurs. This turnover could have a significant impact on government operations. Specifically, the operation of collaborating with others to deliver public services. This project aims to investigate whether turnover could lead to changes in collaboration and service delivery. Using original data collected from official documents and websites, we will compare the level of inter-local collaboration between cities with high turnover rates and cities with low turnover rates. In addition, we will evaluate the career mobility pattern of city managers to see if a pattern could affect the level of inter-local collaboration. | Mr. Chien-shih Huang | Political Science | ||||||||||||||||||||
99 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Business https://fsu.zoom.us/j/407378127 | 7 | Gabriela Gongora & Brianna Joseph | What Were They Thinking? | If you pass the 2nd place runner in a race, what place are you in? ‘1st place’ jumps to many peoples’ minds. Upon reflection, however, some people realize that the answer is ‘2nd place’. Prior tests of reflection assume that people only reflect their way to the correct response after first considering the default, erroneous response. However, recent research shows that older reflection tests violate this assumption. In the present study, we deploy think aloud protocol analysis (Ericsson, 2003) to test this default-interventionist assumption on a new, validated verbal reflection test, a.k.a., VCRT (Sirota et al., 2018). Participants were randomly assigned to either think aloud or think on their own while completing the VCRT. Our results reveal whether participants do tend to come to the correct response only after coming to the default, erroneous response. They also test whether thinking aloud has any impact on reflection test performance. This has a significant impact on the use and interpretation of reflection testing in the social sciences. | Mr. Nick Byrd | Ph.D. Candidate at Florida State University Social Moral Reasoning Lab Philosophy Department | ||||||||||||||||||||
100 | Monday | 6:45-7:45PM- Business https://fsu.zoom.us/j/407378127 | 8 | Jacqueline Ann Kowalewski | Exploring Female Characters in Bollywood Film | The way audiences perceive cultural notions is highly influenced by the media that portrays these notions. In Bollywood films specifically, women are often portrayed in a different light depending on the gender of the director of the film. To tackle this phenomenon, we have conducted research that deals with the perception of female characters in Bollywood films. We did this through analyzing Bollywood films that were produced by a female director The goal is to collect data - data such as the number of times a female character speaks, the relationships they have, and their overall portrayal in the film. This data will essentially help us determine if cultural notions are portrayed more accurately specifically about female characters when there is a female director. Each time we seek to collect data we revise and establish new coding categories that help distinguish a broad narrative of the film itself. The data we collect from this research is always being refined and helps distinguish how female characters are represented in Bollywood films. | Ms. Rebecca Peters | Religion, Women Studies |