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2021 Student Research Symposium Program

Georgia Southern Research Symposium

1 - Conference Program

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Research Symposium 2021- Welcome from Dr. Kyle Marrero

Kyle Marrero, Georgia Southern University

2 - Welcome from the President

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Research Symposium 2021- Welcome from Dr. Carl Reiber

Carl Reiber, Georgia Southern University

3 - Welcome from Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs

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Research Symposium 2021- Welcome from Dr. Christopher Curtis

Christopher Curtis, Georgia Southern University

4 - Welcome from Vice Provost of Research and Scholarship

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Research Symposium 2021- Keynote Speaker

Jeanne Mekolichick, Radford University

5 - Keynote Speaker

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Convolutional Neural Network-Based Disaster Assessment Using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Maria Gonzalez Bocanegra, Georgia Southern University

Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing

Investigating the Mechanical Properties of Additively Manufactured Pegda-cellulose Nanocrystal Hybrid Hydrogel by Uv-dlp

Erin Dobies, Georgia Southern University

Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing

3D Printing of Silicone Elastomers with Sacrificial Support

Kyle Roberts, Georgia Southern University

Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing (CEC)

"A Semi-active Vibration Isolator for of the 3D Printed Material on a Shipboard"

Mohammad Shahabddin, Georgia Southern University

Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing (CEC)

Acoustic Emission (AE) for In Situ Monitoring of Metal Additive Manufacturing Process

Md Shahjahan Hossain, Georgia Southern University

Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing (CEC)

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Comparison of Citric Acid and Sulfuric Acid in Type III Aluminum Anodizing

Kristifer Bell, Georgia Southern University

Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing (CEC)

Effects of Varied Oxygen Levels on Manufactured Components by Laser-Powder Bed Fusion

Amelia McNamee, Georgia Southern University

Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing (CEC)

"Improving Pneumonia Diagnosis Accuracy viaSystematic Convolutional Neural Network-BasedImage Enhancement"

Ziqi Wang, Georgia Southern University

Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing (CEC)

Manufacturing & Characterization of Ceramic-Polymer Hybrid Composite with Tunable Stiffness

Kristifer Bell, Georgia Southern University

Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing (CEC)

Materials Characterization of Short Carbon Fiber Reinforced Composite Fabricated via 3D Stereolithography

Chandler Ligget, Georgia Southern University

Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing (CEC)

Nze Residential Test Facility Analysis Throughout Summer/Winter Peak Months for Thermal Comfort Prediction

Yearim Yang, Georgia Southern University

Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing (CEC)

Surface and Mechanical Characterization of Steel Plates Coated with Anti-Corrosion Triazole Derivatives

Diogo Cunha Mendes, Georgia Southern University

Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing (CEC)

Temporal Variability in Denitrification in the Freshwater Reservoir

K M. Risaduzzaman, Georgia Southern University

Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing (CEC)

Thermal Transport Behavior of Graphite Coated Thorium Dioxide

Micheal Jones, Georgia Southern University

Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing (CEC)

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Literature Research Essay

Katie Sparks, Georgia Southern University

College of Arts and Humanities (CAH)

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Abenomics' Effect on Gender Inequality in Japanese Society and the Workplace

Arianna Johnson, Georgia Southern University

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (CBSS)

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Assessing Behavioral Fluency of Daily Living Skills

Madisen Duke, Georgia Southern University

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (CBSS)

Black Students' Perceptions of Diversity and Inclusion at Predominantly White Institutions

Cory Ware, Georgia Southern University

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (CBSS)

Colonoware and the Archaeology of Urban Slavery

Kaitlynn Perry, Georgia Southern University

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (CBSS)

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Correlation of Gratitude Subscales as a Predictor of Stress and Depression During Covid-19 Pandemic

Kera Molton, Georgia Southern University

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (CBSS)

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Different University-level Instructional Decisions: Student and Faculty Anxiety During Covid-19

Alexander Peralta, Georgia Southern University

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (CBSS)

Diversity in Criminal Justice Curriculum: How Much Emphasis Do Universities Place on Including Topics of Diversity, Social Justice, Inequality, Ethics, and Race/racism?

Beatrice Bean, Georgia Southern University

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (CBSS)

Effects of Video Prompting with a Point-of View Perspective to Teach Daily Living Skills to Individuals with Autism: A Systematic Literature Review

Faberge Brooks, Georgia Southern University

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (CBSS)

Examining the Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Economic Crisis in Argentina

Patrick Smith, Georgia Southern University

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (CBSS)

Impact of Covid-19 on Related Attitudes, Behaviors, and Stress

Leah Yakabovitis, Georgia Southern University

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (CBSS)

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Parenting Styles Influence on Career Decision-Making

Carlota Cruces Serrano, Georgia Southern University

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (CBSS)

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"People With Disabilities Just Want to Feel Good Too:" Female Consumers That Use Mobility Aids Satisfaction With Retail Selection and Garment Design Characteristics

Mackenzie Miller, Georgia Southern University

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (CBSS)

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Performance Monitoring and Self-Control

Hayley Houseman, Georgia Southern University

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (CBSS)

Probability Discounting of Seeking Primary Care Treatment and Flu Vaccinations

Sofia Perez, Georgia Southern University

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (CBSS)

Racial Differences in Perceived Stress and Fear Due to Covid-19

Breyana Blocker, Georgia Southern University

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (CBSS)

Russia's Arms Trade in Africa (2010-2020): A Return to the Heart of Africa

Jacob Flanders, Georgia Southern University

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (CBSS)

The Culture Gap: The Role of Culture in Successful Refugee Settlement

Chelsea L. Riley, Georgia Southern University

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (CBSS)

The Effects of Different Types of Restrictions on Decision-Making in Humans

Megan Small, Georgia Southern University

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (CBSS)

The Graham Vault: Analysis of Skeletal Material Found After Reopening in 1980

Leigha Williams, Georgia Southern University

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (CBSS)

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The Material Culture of Health at Camp Lawton

Emily Jones, Georgia Southern University

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (CBSS)

The New Open Forum: Social Media Use in Georgia Gubernatorial Elections

John Mack, Georgia Southern University

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (CBSS)

A Family Literacy Project and Place-Based Writing Initiative

Alexandria Sledge-Tollerson, Georgia Southern University

College of Education (COE)

"A Multimodal, Integrated Content-Area Literacy Lesson"

Donna Morris, Georgia Southern University

College of Education (COE)

Becoming Inclusive: A Collection and Analysis of the Perceptions of Newly Qualified General Elementary Education Teachers on their Preparedness for Teaching in Inclusive Settings

Brooke Armesto, Georgia Southern University

College of Education (COE)

Community Literacy in Focus

Diamond Roberts, Georgia Southern University

College of Education (COE)

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"Exploring Factors that Influence Teaching Moves and Rationales in Preservice Elementary Mathematics Teachers"

Lauren Akers, Georgia Southern University

College of Education (COE)

Keeping Our Schools Safe: Examining Perceptions of Crisis Frequency and Preparedness of Educators in a Statewide Online Charter School

Katherine Fallon, Georgia Southern University

College of Education (COE)

Mothering Through My Pain

Yolanda Surrency, Georgia Southern University

College of Education (COE)

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"Transitioning to a Hybrid Model: Mathematics Content Courses for K-8 Preservice Teachers"

Brooke Armesto, Georgia Southern University

College of Education (COE)

1, 2, 3 Triazoles α- Amino Acid Derivatives as Drug Candidates

Grace Blount, Georgia Southern University

College of Science and Mathematics (COSM)

An Improved Mathematical Model for Anterior-posterior Patterning of Drosophila Wing Disc

Mohammad Rubayet Rahman, Georgia Southern University

College of Science and Mathematics (COSM)

Assessing the Aptitude of Ionic Current Rectification in Developing Controllable Drug Delivery Systems: A Survey Using Ibuprofen

Juan Mitchell, Georgia Southern University

College of Science and Mathematics (COSM)

Characterization of Poly(Aspartic Acid) Hydrolase-2

Amanda Jansch, Georgia Southern University

College of Science and Mathematics (COSM)

Characterizing Phenology and Fecundity of Spartina Alterniflora, the Dominant Species of Coastal Salt Marshes in Georgia

Alexander Gregory, Georgia Southern University

College of Science and Mathematics (COSM)

Counting Cyclic Compositions With Restricted Parts

Gabriel Loos, Georgia Southern University

College of Science and Mathematics (COSM)

Does Groundwater Chemistry Differ Between Healthy Salt Marshes and Marsh Dieback?

Jessica Ware, Georgia Southern University

College of Science and Mathematics (COSM)

Impacts of Chronic Disease and Mobility Patterns on Elderly Populations During a Global Pandemic

Katherine Barrs, Georgia Southern University

College of Science and Mathematics (COSM)

Ketone Bodies and The Atkins Diet

Sierra Bryd, Georgia Southern University

College of Science and Mathematics (COSM)

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Mathematical Modeling of the Stock Market

Kylie Hannafey, Georgia Southern University

College of Science and Mathematics (COSM)

Methylome Investigation of Introduced and Native Populations of the Ubiquitous House Sparrow (Passer Domesticus)

Megan Ellesse Petty, Georgia Southern University

College of Science and Mathematics (COSM)

Microstructural Analysis of the Modoc Fault Zone at Clarks Hill Reservoir, Georgia

Sarah Fuller, Georgia Southern University

College of Science and Mathematics (COSM)

Numerical Approximation of Lyapunov Exponents and Its Applications in Control Systems

Nakita Andrews, Georgia Southern University

College of Science and Mathematics (COSM)

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SARS-CoV-2: A Summary of Pathophysiology and Pathogenesis

Austin Seymour, Georgia Southern University

College of Science and Mathematics (COSM)

Self-assembled Silica Nanoparticles for Controlled Drug Delivery

Charity Femi-Oyetoro, Georgia Southern University

College of Science and Mathematics (COSM)

Structural Deformation of the Modoc Zone in Eastern Georgia

Emory McKenzie, Georgia Southern University

College of Science and Mathematics (COSM)

Synthesis, Characterization and Reactivity of a Tetra(Acetonitrile) Ruthenium(II) Complex, [(NCCH3)4RuPh(P{OCH2}3CEt)][BArF]

George Durrell, Georgia Southern University

College of Science and Mathematics (COSM)

Trichome Growth on Hemp

Alysa Rodriguez, Georgia Southern University

College of Science and Mathematics (COSM)

Unsupervised Classification of Ozone Profiles From Ozonesonde Data

Fouzia Fahrin, Georgia Southern University

College of Science and Mathematics (COSM)

Upregulation of Heat Stress Genes of Ribbed Mussels in Exposed Areas of the Salt Marsh on Tybee Island, Ga.

Jody Erber, Georgia Southern University

College of Science and Mathematics (COSM)

"What's a Town to Dune: Can Vegetation be Used to Determine the Success of a Constructed Coastal Sand Dune?"

Shannon Matzke, Georgia Southern University

College of Science and Mathematics (COSM)

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Wise Women in Fibonacci Numbers

Sierra Santiago, Georgia Southern University

College of Science and Mathematics (COSM)

A COVID-19 Story: Late surges and varying public health policy approaches in the Midwest from March 1, 2020-January 10, 2021

Aubrey Dayton-Kehoe, Georgia Southern University

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH)

A Survey of Weight Stigma Among College Students

Ruby Hallam, Georgia Southern University

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH)

"Association of in-school and Electronic Bullying With Suicidal Tendencies and Feelings of Hopelessness Among Adolescents in the United States"

Elizabeth Ayangunna, Georgia Southern University

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH)

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Changes in the Association Between Overweight and Depression Across Three Major Ethnic Groups, Between 2005- 2018

Arshpreet Malhi, Georgia Southern University

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH)

Characterization of the Tick Species Present on Livestock and Dogs in Western Uganda

Darby Clark, Georgia Southern University

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH)

Comparing Particulate Matter, Carbon monoxide and Formaldehyde Exposures During Two Work Shifts in a Large University Dining Commons Kitchen

Shalom Emmanuel, Georgia Southern University

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH)

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Comparison Between Particulate Matter Emissions From 3d Printers of Different Models

Ireyimika Alabi, Georgia Southern University

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH)

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COVID-19 and Impact of Population, Location, and Policy Measures in Arkansas and Kentucky

Xinyi Hua, Georgia Southern University

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH)

Detection of Rickettsiae in Ticks Infesting Livestock in Uganda

Kiana Moncur, Georgia Southern University

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH)

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Differences in Prostate Cancer Outcomes by Insurance Status of African American Males Aged 65 Years or Younger in Georgia

Sylvia Ofori, Georgia Southern University

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH)

Evaluation of SIMEX Extrapolation Methods in Accelerated Failure Time Models With Covariate Measurement Error.

Roshni Modi, Georgia Southern University

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH)

How Implicit Bias and Structural Racism of African American Women in a Healthcare Setting is Affecting the Maternal Mortality Rate in Georgia

Kendrick King, Georgia Southern University

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH)

Intervention Differences Between Mothers and Fathers of Children With Developmental Disabilities to Improve Mental Health: a Systematic Literature Review

Angelique Jennings, Georgia Southern University

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH)

Non-Cohabiting Fathers and Their Role in Breastfeeding Outcomes

RoShonda Welch, Georgia Southern University

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH)

Perceptions of Covid-19 in College Students: Effect on Emotional Well-being

Mikayla Murphy, Georgia Southern University

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH)

Public Health Interventions and Time-varying Reproduction Number of Covid-19 in Ghana

Sylvia Ofori, Georgia Southern University

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH)

SARS-CoV-2 Transmission Potential and Policy Changes in South Carolina, April 2020 -January 2021

Margaret Davies, Georgia Southern University

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH)

Social Media Use and Transition Into Online Classes Among Undergraduate Students During Covid-19 Pandemic

Janet Choongo, Georgia Southern University

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH)

Sociodemographic Factors Predicting School and Electronic Bullying Among Young People in the United States

Osaremhen Ikhile, Georgia Southern University

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH)

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Spatially Refined Time-varying Reproduction Numbers of Covid-19 by Health District in Georgia, Usa.

Chigozie Alexandra Ogwara, Georgia Southern University

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH)

The Role of Social Determinants of Health in Hydroxyurea Adherence Among Persons with Sickle Cell Disease: A Systematic Review

Ifeoluwa Kayode, Georgia Southern University

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH)

Use of Cancer Treatment Plans in Georgia: Results from 2012 and 2017 BRFSS

Willie Rajvong, Georgia Southern University

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH)

"Wax Moth Galleria Mellonella Larvae as a Model to Study Rickettsia Infection"

Jacob Jones, Georgia Southern University

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health (JPHCOPH)

"A Student Perspective on Using Monte Carlo Simulation as a Tool to Predict Equity Target Prices:How Important are the Length of Input Periods and Sectors?"

Joel Varghese, Georgia Southern University

Parker College of Business (PCOB)

Exploring the Relationship between Environmental Performance of Firms and Profitability: The Effect of Operational Productivity

Senali Gurukandage, Georgia Southern University

Parker College of Business (PCOB)

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K-8 Preservice Mathematics Teachers' Application of Geometric Sequence in the Context of Compound Interest

Matthew Maylath, Georgia Southern University

Parker College of Business (PCOB)

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Actigraphy-Derived Sleep Metrics are Related to Metabolic but Not Vascular Health Measures in Young Adults

Meral Culver, Georgia Southern University

Waters College of Health Professions (WCHP)

College Athletes` Experiences with Suffering a Re-Injury: A Phenomenological Investigation

Tylar Walker, Georgia Southern University

Waters College of Health Professions (WCHP)

Comparison of Mobilization Techniques Using the End Range of Motion Inc. (ERMI) Model vs. Human subjects for Treatment Sessions in First Year Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Students

Austin Eubanks, Georgia Southern University

Waters College of Health Professions (WCHP)

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Epidemiology of Concussive Injuries in Collegiate Recreational Athletes

Maddison Flowers, Georgia Southern University

Waters College of Health Professions (WCHP)

Handheld Dynamometry to Establish Total Arm Strength and Correlation to Selected Upper Extremity Functional Tests with Healthy Subjects

Hunter Scholle, Georgia Southern University

Waters College of Health Professions (WCHP)

Home Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support via Telehealth

Angela Adams, Georgia Southern University

Waters College of Health Professions (WCHP)

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Home Exercise Prescription for Children with Down Syndrome and Physical and Occupational Therapists' Perspective on Caregiver Compliance

Corbette Soltysiak, Georgia Southern University

Waters College of Health Professions (WCHP)

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"Hospice and Hurricanes: Providing Home Health Patients and Their Families Choices During Mandatory Evacuations

Martha White, Georgia Southern University

Waters College of Health Professions (WCHP)

The Advancements of Ultrasound Technology to Aid in the Diagnosis of Amniotic Band Syndrome

Kaitlyn Jeong, Georgia Southern University

Waters College of Health Professions (WCHP)

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The Diagnostic Evaluation in Therapeutic Treatment of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Utilizing Ultrasound

Imelda Zamora-Castano, Georgia Southern University

Waters College of Health Professions (WCHP)

The Effect of Motivational General-Mastery Imagery on Reaction Time Performance and Heart Rate

William Bean, Georgia Southern University

Waters College of Health Professions (WCHP)

The Test-Retest Reliability of a Novel Single Leg Hop Test

Samantha Simms, Georgia Southern University

Waters College of Health Professions (WCHP)

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The Ultrasound Evaluation of Fetal Anencephaly

Sabrina Duffy, Georgia Southern University

Waters College of Health Professions (WCHP)

Ultra-short Heart Rate Variability is Associated with Arterial Stiffness in Young Healthy Men and Women

Brett Cross, Georgia Southern University

Waters College of Health Professions (WCHP)