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An Examination of Sugar Sweetened Beverage Consumption Among Young Children in Eastern North Carolina: A Program Evaluation
(East Carolina University, 2019-05-02)The prevalence of obesity and dental caries among children is associated with early and frequent consumption of sugar sweetened beverages (SSB). Therefore, practicing healthy eating habits early in childhood is critical. ... -
An Exploration of the Effectiveness of the Essential Air Service ProgramEssential Air Service Program
(East Carolina University, 2023-05-03)This paper is a study of the Essential Air Service program and its effects on airports in rural communities. The Essential Air Services (EAS) Program is one that provides air carries subsidies to rural airports so that ... -
AN EXPLORATION PROJECT: THE PROCESS OF BUILDING A TECHNOLOGY EMBEDDED STEAM LEARNING COMMUNITY THROUGH MOBILE GROUP APPLICATIONS
(East Carolina University, 2020-05-04)Early exposure to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) has a profound effect on long-term educational and societal outcomes (Brenneman, 2011; Dejarnette, 2012; Lamb, Akmal, & Petrie, 2015). Today, we ... -
AN INITIAL EXPLORATION INTO THE COMPARATIVE EFFECTIVENESS OF HYBRID AND TRADITIONAL STYLE TEACHING OF MICROECONOMICS
(East Carolina University, 2017-05-05)This research project aimed to explore the differences in how students learn the same material for a microeconomics course just with a different course layout. By using data previously collected from students who took Dr. ... -
AN INTEGRATIVE REVIEW BETWEEN ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES AND REPRODUCTIVE TRAUMAS
(East Carolina University, 2022-05-04)Adverse childhood experiences, or ACEs, are potentially traumatic events that occur in childhood. Women are more likely to experience multiple ACE events, and ACEs are linked to chronic health problems and pregnancy ... -
AN OBSERVATIONAL STUDY ON MINORITY ADOLESCENT ENGAGEMENT IN SEXUAL HEALTH PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
(East Carolina University, 2022-05-04)Abstract Background Adolescents use social media to access information, including electronic health (eHealth) applications, and some of the sites are unreliable. The current project builds on a larger study of adolescent ... -
An Ongoing Study of Simulating Life on Mars through Microbes Isolated from an Ophiolite Deposit
(East Carolina University, 2022-05-04)This work aims to determine the properties of unknown microbial isolates found in rock cores estimated to be six million years old that have similar geological conditions to those predicted for Mars. The rock core was ... -
An Overview of the Implementation and Effectiveness of the CATCH My Breath Program Within a Rural Eastern North Carolina High School
(East Carolina University, 2022-12-07)Background: Adolescent e-cigarette use continues to increase, with tobacco companies targeting younger populations through social media and other outlets (Jones & Salzman, 2020). Despite increased e-cigarette use, knowledge ... -
Analysis of Injury and Concussion of Fall Sports
(2014-12)Background: Injuries among high school athletes are an important health concern as it could lead to serious issues later on in life such as chronic injuries, depression, anxiety or death. We hypothesize that contact male ... -
ANALYSIS OF LOCALIZED LIMB LOADS FOR INJURY RISK DURING RETURN TO RUNNING PROTOCOLS FOLLOWING ACL RECONSTRUCTION
(East Carolina University, 2017-05-05)Introduction: Running is a typical goal after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). Return to running (RTR) protocols are intended to provide a safe, incremental exposure to mechanical loads associated with ... -
ANALYSIS OF THE CULTURAL MODEL OF NUTRITION IN CENTRAL HONDURAS
(East Carolina University, 2017-05-05)Currently present is a lack of cultural competency of the diet, the roles of available food, and preferred food choices of Hondurans. This creates disconnect between the people receiving dietary information and those who ... -
Analysis of the miR319 target Zmtcptf24 in the maize inflorescence
(2014-12)Maize inflorescences are essential for reproduction and also produce seeds that are consumed as food. To understand the genetics pathways that control normal inflorescence development, we study mutants with abnormal ... -
ANALYZING ACADEMIC DISHONESTY IN ONLINE VERSUS IN-PERSON CLASSROOMS
(East Carolina University, 2023-12-04)Academic dishonesty is prevalent in many colleges and universities across the country. While cheating has been around for a while, the introduction of online courses has brought new methods of cheating to light. Research ... -
Analyzing Brake Force Among Different Demographics
(East Carolina University, 2023-04-26)Driving is a very important activity that allows people to maintain their independence. The purpose of this study was to investigate brake force concerning different demographics in hopes to increase safety and confidence ... -
Analyzing Elements of Postpartum Confinement and the Effect on Overall Health: An Integrative Review
(East Carolina University, 2022-05-06)Introduction: Postpartum confinement is a traditional postpartum custom in Chinese culture based on the theory of Yin-Yang (hot and cold). The purpose is to balance yin and yang energies after pregnancy, labor, and birth ... -
Androgen and progesterone receptor knockouts in Danio rerio affect aggression and social dominance (part 1)
(East Carolina University, 2018-12-07)It is well known that competition for the basic resources of food, shelter, and mates will always exist in nature. The most prevalent method of competing for such resources is aggression and social dominance. There is ... -
ANDROGEN AND PROGESTERONE RECEPTORS KNOCKOUTS IN ZEBRAFISH AFFECT AGGRESSION AND SOCIAL DOMINANCE
(East Carolina University, 2019-05-03)ABSTRACT - There is circumstantial evidence that steroids, such as androgens and progesterone, play roles in aggression and social behaviors in vertebrates. However, the genetic basis for these behaviors needs to be further ... -
Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme 2 Expression in Ovariectomized Rat Kidney: Effects of Ethanol and Estradiol
(East Carolina University, 2022-05-06)The COVID-19 pandemic has prompted discussion and research on angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) signaling. ACE2 promotes lowering blood pressure by catalyzing angiotensin II (Ang II) metabolism into angiotensin 1-7 ... -
Anhedonia and Delay Discounting in Problematic Cannabis Users
(East Carolina University, 2018-01-19)Depressive symptoms (e.g., anhedonia) have been observed in cannabis users. Alterations in delay discounting have been observed in depressed individuals. Steep discounting (i.e., impulsive choice) has been associated with ... -
Ankle Joint Biomechanics During Progressive Loading Tasks in Persons with Chronic Ankle Instability
(East Carolina University, 2021-05-28)Repeated trauma to the ankle, causing chronic ankle instability, is associated with altered movement strategies, cartilage damage and increased risk of developing post-traumatic osteoarthritis. Progressive loading following ...