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Speech Recognition in Noise Abilities between Musicians and Non-Musicians
(East Carolina University, 2021-05-28)The purpose of this study was to examine the differences between musician and non-musician participants’ speech recognition skills in various maskers. Musician and non-musician participants completed an online protocol ... -
Spring Evaluation and Calibration of Low-Cost Aerosol Sensors
(East Carolina University, 2023-05-03)The increase of environmental aerosols greatly impacts the severity of respiratory illnesses as a high concentration of aerosols can exacerbate symptoms. Therefore, it is important that individuals with respiratory illnesses, ... -
STABILIZATION OF THE COLLAGEN TRIPLE HELIX WITH A RUTHENIUM(II) ANCHOR
(East Carolina University, 2017-05-04)Two collagen analogues based on a (Pro-Hyp-Gly)7 core were given metal-binding ability by linking histidine to either the N- or C- termini using a six-carbon spacer. Circular dichroism studies confirmed that the isomers, ... -
Statin Therapy and Its Impact on Muscle Mitochondrial Function
(East Carolina University, 2021-05-28)In the United States there are more than 40 million Americans that treat or prevent hyperlipidemia and cardiovascular disease (CVD) through the use of statins. There is now a growing out opinion that there should be a more ... -
STEM EDUCATION IN HIGH SCHOOLS: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND WIRELESS NETWORKS
(East Carolina University, 2021-05-28)With the COVID-19 pandemic that has moved so many of our lives virtual, the importance of IT and wireless networks has never been clearer. As virtual living become a bigger component of day-to-day life, so to does the ... -
Stress, Burnout, and Coping Mechanisms in Health Professionals Working in Pediatric Oncology
(2015)Burnout syndrome is a destructive repercussion of experiencing various chronic stressors and is prevalent among health care professionals. It changes driven, ambitious, hardworking people into depressed, apathetic, error-prone ... -
STRESS, COPING, AND CARDIOMETABOLIC HEALTH IN AFRICAN AMERICAN FAMILY CAREGIVERS
(East Carolina University, 2022-12-08)African American female caregivers experience higher levels of stress and burden, and lower levels of psychological well-being compared to other populations. High levels of stress can increase cardiometabolic risk factors, ... -
Structural Competency: Evaluation of Qualitative Results of Pilot Study
(East Carolina University, 2022-05-06)Structural competency is an approach to training healthcare providers to address social and structural barriers that impede certain communities from receiving equal and quality healthcare. The purpose of this project was ... -
STUDENT AND PROFESSIONAL PERCEPTIONS OF CPA EVOLUTION
(East Carolina University, 2023-04-25)The Uniform Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Examination is the professional exam administered to individuals who wish to become a licensed CPA. The CPA Exam is comprised of four sections: Auditing and Attestation (AUD), ... -
Student assessment of PM2.5 concentration at ECU Transit bus stops using a low-cost aerosol monitor
(East Carolina University, 2023-04-26)Particulate matter 2.5 µm and smaller (PM2.5 or fine particles) in high concentrations is known to cause respiratory issues, including irritation of the airways, sneezing, coughing, and difficulty breathing. Due to incredibly ... -
STUDENT PRODUCED THEATRE PROJECTS: A VITAL ASPECT OF COLLEGIATE THEATRE
(East Carolina University, 2016-04-29)Theatre business professionals are a close-knit community of people. It is nearly certain that every college theatre major knows another student studying theatre at a different college or university. Most college level ... -
Student-Produced Theatre Projects: A Vital Aspect of Collegiate Theatre
(East Carolina University, 2016-04-29)Theatre business professionals are a close-knit community of people who run in similar circles. Likewise, it is nearly certain that every college theatre major knows another student studying theatre at a different college ... -
Sugar Pills? Investigating Humphreys’ Homeopathic Specifics: Utilizing Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry for an In-Depth Look at Nineteenth-Century American Homeopathy
(East Carolina University, 2021-04-23)Frederick K. Humphreys founded the Humphreys’ Homeopathic Medicine Company in the mid-19th century during the rise of greater acceptance and popularity of homeopathy in the United States, rivaling that of orthodox medicine. ... -
Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Consumption and Food Insecurity in Pediatric Patients with Obesity
(2015-04-30)Consumption of sugar sweetened beverages and food insecurity are both thought to contribute to the development of obesity. However, little is known about the quantity and quality of sugar-sweetened beverages consumed, the ... -
Suppression of claudin-7 enhances human lung cancer cell survival
(East Carolina University, 2016-04-29)Claudin-7 belongs to a group of tight junction membrane proteins that play vital roles in many human diseases including human lung cancer. Lung cancer is noted to be the leading cause of cancer death for both men and women ... -
Survivorship in Young Breast Cancer Survivors
(East Carolina University, 2017-05-05)Physicians in the US are starting to examine closely what life after cancer looks like for breast cancer survivors. Quality of life is something that is difficult to gage and improve, as it may be different for two women ... -
Sustainability Attitudes of College Students as Future Business Leaders
(East Carolina University, 2018-05-03)Limited time and finite resources are motivating firms to make significant changes in policy and business practices to maintain profits, sustain the environment, and further a companies’ strategic goals. Managers now value ... -
A Sustainability Literacy Assessment of Students at East Carolina University
(2014)Sustainability is achieved when social, environmental, and economic functions are operating in unity at maximum efficiency. This study takes a closer look at the sustainable knowledge of students at East Carolina University. ... -
Sustainable Success: Motives and Small-Scale Charity Sport Events
(East Carolina University, 2019-05-03)Charity sport events are an effective and fun way to raise money for non-profit organizations and charitable causes. As more annual events are occurring, it is crucial to understand the primary consumers and contributors ... -
SYSTEMATIC BENZOATE PRESERVATIVE ANALYSIS IN POPULAR BEVERAGES
(East Carolina University, 2019-05-02)Introduction Benzoic acid derivatives (such as sodium benzoate and potassium benzoate) are frequently added to commercial beverages as a preservative. FDA regulations prohibit benzoate levels from exceeding 1000 mg/L (0.1% ...