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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Brea L. Perry, Brian Aronson, Ashley F. Railey, Christina Ludema
Summary: The willingness to participate in COVID-19 testing is influenced by social determinants such as race/ethnicity, education level, socioeconomic status, and worry levels. Public health efforts must address social, economic, and psychological factors to improve uptake of preventative interventions and technologies among vulnerable populations, even with increased access to vaccines.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
AnnMarie Blackburn, Amanda M. Veals, Michael E. Tewes, David B. Wester, John H. Young Jr, Randy W. DeYoung, Humberto L. Perotto-Baldivieso
Summary: Wildlife-vehicle collisions have a significant impact on the mortality rates of many wildlife populations. This study compared landscape characteristics between ocelot crossing structures and ocelot-vehicle collision sites in Texas. The results showed that ocelot crossing structures had more open herbaceous cover and larger herbaceous patches compared to collision sites, indicating a potential preference for these features by ocelots. Additionally, many existing crossing structures were found to be located far from the ocelot population, suggesting the need for better placement strategies.
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Biodiversity Conservation
Christopher M. Free, Joshua G. Smith, Cori J. Lopazanski, Julien Brun, Tessa B. Francis, Jacob G. Eurich, Joachim Claudet, Jenifer E. Dugan, David A. Gill, Scott L. Hamilton, Kristin Kaschner, David Mouillot, Shelby L. Ziegler, Jennifer E. Caselle, Kerry J. Nickols
Summary: Calls for using marine protected areas (MPAs) to achieve goals for nature and people are increasing globally. This study examines human engagement in California's MPA network and identifies traits associated with higher engagement. The results suggest that increasing access to coastal MPAs and locating new MPAs near existing amenities can promote human engagement.
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Entomology
Colton O'Brien, H. S. Arathi
Summary: Recent reports show a drastic decline in global insect populations, with bees attracting significant attention due to loss of natural habitats from urbanization and agricultural intensification. Simple farm management practices like planting pollinator habitats and including pollinator-friendly forbs in cover crop mixes can support bee populations.
ANNALS OF THE ENTOMOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF AMERICA
(2021)
Article
Development Studies
Sheri Dorn, Milton G. Newberry, Ellen M. Bauske, Svoboda Pennisi
Summary: This study explored the motivations of Extension Master Gardener volunteers, finding that the Social function, while not a primary initial motivator, displayed importance in every subgroup comparison, and both the Learning and Career functions were correlated with tenure. This suggests that Social functions may be intertwined with the values of EMG volunteers and play a significant role in their motivations.
SOCIETY & NATURAL RESOURCES
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
B. Hendricks, B. S. Price, T. Dotson, W. Kimble, S. Davis, M. Khodaverdi, A. Halasz, G. S. Smith, S. Hodder
Summary: This study examines the relationship between test site availability and testing rate within the context of social determinants of health. Using statewide COVID-19 testing data between March 2020 and December 2021, a retrospective ecological investigation was conducted. Ordinary least squares and geographically weighted regression were used to estimate associations between testing rate and testing sites per capita at state and ZIP code levels, adjusting for neighborhood-level confounders. The findings show that site availability is positively associated with the ZIP code level testing rate, particularly in economically deprived communities. Economic deprivation is an important factor to consider when examining ethnic differences in testing in medically underserved states. The study findings can guide the delivery of testing facilities in resource-constrained states.
Article
Pediatrics
Joseph Fusco, Regan Williams, Marcus Malek, Jeffery R. Avansino, Shinjiro Hirose, Jonathan A. Perkins, Diana Farmer, Kenneth W. Gow
Summary: Pediatric surgeons have been pursuing high-quality and affordable care, known as value-based care, for over 50 years. To streamline the clinical care for complex problems, they have developed centers of excellence (COEs) which focus on providing high-quality care through a multidisciplinary approach. This review discusses the steps to consider before building a COE, strategies to build and maintain its success in terms of quality, accessibility, equity, training, and team cohesion.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC SURGERY
(2023)
Article
Development Studies
Jami Nelson-Nunez, Simon Mostafa, Rayan B. Mahoney, Karl G. Linden
Summary: This study explores the reasons for non-use of available rural water supply systems in areas with public taps with treated water, focusing on the importance of community meeting attendance for consistent use. Findings suggest that non-users are more likely to be those living further from the water source and with lower levels of education, indicating that community approaches to health interventions may be more effective for certain demographics.
JOURNAL OF DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Kayla Kelley, Eliza I. Gilbert, Casey A. Pennock, Mark C. McKinstry, Peter D. Mackinnon, Scott L. Durst, Nathan R. Franssen
Summary: This study quantifies the efficiency of a fish passage for three native fish species and finds that the passage is less efficient in the attraction and exit phases. Removing the trap and allowing fish to enter the passage on their own increases passage success and reduces delay times. The study highlights the need for evaluations of fish passage design and operation for a greater diversity of species and phases.
CANADIAN JOURNAL OF FISHERIES AND AQUATIC SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Software Engineering
Kerk F. Kee, Bethanie Le, Kulsawasd Jitkajornwanich
Summary: Effective external communication practices are essential for promoting adoption of science gateways and cyberinfrastructure projects in the scientific community, including strategies such as raising awareness, personalized demonstrations, online and offline training, networking with the community, building trust relationships, stimulating word-of-mouth persuasion, and maintaining reliable documentation.
CONCURRENCY AND COMPUTATION-PRACTICE & EXPERIENCE
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ezer Kang, Olayinka Omigbodun, Adeola Oduguwa, Woojae Kim, Lu Qin, Olusegun Ogunmola, Folasade Akinkuotu, Meghan Derenoncourt, Haleem Abdurahman, Olurotimi Adejumo, Kehinde Lawal, Tolulope Bella-Awusah
Summary: Caregivers in Nigeria were generally willing to use accessible outpatient CAP services, with their decisions not influenced by recognition of CAMH conditions, life stressors, caregiver wellness, or stigma. Beliefs about the etiology and treatment effectiveness of CAMH conditions shaped their help-seeking decisions and views on CAP services.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Jade Farhat, Sarah Deck, Marc Mitchell, Craig Hall, Barbi Law, Melanie Gregg, J. Paige Pope, Kendra Nelson Ferguson
Summary: This study aimed to explore coaches' perceptions and use of an evidence-based sport psychology website. Through interviews and thematic analysis, it was found that coaches generally perceived the website to be a reliable source and suggested various improvements.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SPORTS SCIENCE & COACHING
(2022)
Article
Economics
Lawrence D. Frank, Andy Hong, Victor Douglas Ngo
Summary: This study evaluated the impact of urban greenway construction on cycling trips in Vancouver, revealing a significant increase in cycling trips for residents living near the greenway post-construction, but a decrease in cycling trips due to carsharing membership.
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Economics
Leah Brooks, Genevieve Denoeux
Summary: Both Bogota and Jakarta have built bus rapid transit systems in the last quarter-century, with Bogota's system considered a success due to pre-existing land use patterns, while Jakarta has struggled to adapt areas built for private transport to public transit. These insights are valuable for contemplating the success of transit in areas constructed during the period of auto hegemony and its pedestrian-unfriendly land uses.
REGIONAL SCIENCE AND URBAN ECONOMICS
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Robert W. P. Glowacki, Eric C. Martens
Summary: Gut bacteria must adapt to changing nutrient conditions influenced by host diet to persist, with a focus on carbohydrate utilization mechanisms. Recent findings highlight the importance of polysaccharide utilization loci and multiprotein systems for nutrient acquisition, as well as the impact of previously understudied substrates on the gut microbiota. Advances in synthetic biology aim to engineer novel therapeutic approaches by designing diet-controlled nutrient utilization pathways within gut symbionts.
JOURNAL OF BACTERIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Jean-Yin Tan, Irene W. Y. Ma, Julie A. Hunt, Grace P. S. Kwong, Robin Farrell, Catriona Bell, Emma K. Read
Summary: The study found that video recording for scoring OSCEs in real-time is reliable in assessing students' clinical skills, but there are time, cost, and technical issues that may limit its routine use.
JOURNAL OF VETERINARY MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2021)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Julie A. Hunt, Paul Schmidt, Jamie Perkins, Genesis Newton, Stacy L. Anderson
Summary: This study found that the 3D printed canine skull and full head models were more suitable for assessing students' skills, and students were more positive about the realism and features of these two models. Students practicing on different models were equally effective at removing calculus from cadaver's teeth. Low-fidelity models remain effective training tools with comparable learning outcomes.
JOURNAL OF VETERINARY MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2021)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Julie A. Hunt, Stacy L. Anderson
Summary: In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, educators had to make adjustments in delivering and assessing curriculum. This article discusses decisions made by a US college regarding clinical skills for veterinary students, including remote completion of surgical skills curriculum and modified remote OSCE assessments. Despite challenges, students successfully learned and demonstrated clinical skills through these remote assessments.
JOURNAL OF VETERINARY MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Stacy L. Anderson, Lynda Miller, Philippa Gibbons, Julie A. Hunt, Jerry Roberson, Jeffrey A. Raines, Gil Patterson, John J. Dascanio
Summary: The study aimed to establish and validate a model for simulated bovine castration surgery, which improved students' practical skills and provided validation evidence for the model.
JOURNAL OF VETERINARY MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2021)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Sarah Baillie, Julie A. Hunt, Mirja Ruohoniemi, Victoria L. Phillips, Megan M. Thompson, Waraporn Aumarm, Manuel Boller
Summary: Research in veterinary education is crucial for improving educational outcomes, and research productivity is important for promotion and tenure decisions. Common challenges in conducting veterinary educational research include lack of funding, time constraints, and difficulties in the research process. Overcoming these challenges often involves seeking support from mentors and collaborators, with collaboration being a key factor in success.
JOURNAL OF VETERINARY MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Micha C. Simons, Dustin Pulliam, Julie A. Hunt
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the delivery of veterinary clinical and professional skills courses, leading to adaptations in curriculum and assessment methods. While early in the pandemic, remote or canceled classes were common, later on, many schools resumed in-person clinical skills sessions in smaller groups. Virtual professional skills instruction remained prevalent. Educators identified advantages to instructional methods used during COVID, such as smaller group sizes and better student preparedness.
JOURNAL OF VETERINARY MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Julie A. Hunt, Stacy L. Anderson, Matthew D. Winter, George Hack, Clifford R. Berry
Summary: This study collected the feedback of veterinary students on remote radiology instruction. The results showed that students were interested, determined, and attentive in online courses. They believed that hard work, instructor availability, and student ability were key to their success. Despite the challenges, students effectively learned diagnostic imaging through online instruction.
JOURNAL OF VETERINARY MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Julie A. Hunt, Susan Rogers-Scarlett, Paul Schmidt, R. Randall Thompson, Alexandra Gilley, Elizabeth Devine, Christopher K. Kelly, Stacy Anderson
Summary: This study evaluated the validity of a simulated ovariohysterectomy (OVH) rubric as a tool for training and assessing veterinary students' surgical skills. The rubric was assessed by experienced veterinarians and validated through content evidence, internal structure evidence, and evidence of relationship with other variables. The results showed that the rubric had good internal consistency and moderate inter-rater reliability.
JOURNAL OF VETERINARY MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Emily J. Hall, Sarah Baillie, Julie A. Hunt, Alison J. Catterall, Lissann Wolfe, Annelies Decloedt, Abi J. Taylor, Sandra Wissing
Summary: Objective structured clinical examinations (OSCEs) are used to assess skills of veterinary students and veterinary nursing/technician students, and place comprehensive requirements on faculty, staff, students, facilities, and animals. This teaching tip provides suggestions to improve the implementation and delivery for those already running or planning to start using OSCEs.
JOURNAL OF VETERINARY MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Robin M. Farrell, Gregory E. Gilbert, Larry Betance, Jennifer Huck, Julie A. Hunt, James Dundas, Eric Pope
Summary: This study aimed to gather and evaluate validity evidence for two surgical skills assessment instruments - a checklist and a modified version of the Objective Structured Assessment of Technical Skills (OSATS) global rating scale (GRS). Content validity was assessed using Lawshe's method, and reliability was assessed using generalizability theory. The results showed that the content validity was very good for the checklist and good for the OSATS GRS. The reliability of scores from both instruments was acceptable for moderate stakes examinations. These findings support the use of these assessment tools for evaluating preclinical veterinary students' surgical skills on low-fidelity models.
VETERINARY SURGERY
(2022)
Review
Veterinary Sciences
Micha C. Simons, Julie A. Hunt, Stacy L. Anderson
Summary: This literature review aims to report the theory and methods used in veterinary surgical education, discuss the training methods for creating competent general practitioners, and review assessment techniques for simulated and live surgeries. The review shows that new graduates are expected to perform various surgeries with little or no supervision, and students need repetitive practice to reach competence.
VETERINARY SURGERY
(2022)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Julie A. Hunt, Robert S. Gilley, Dawn Spangler, Tiffany Pulliam, Stacy Anderson
Summary: Veterinary students experience a decline in surgical skill retention after a 5-month period without practice, regardless of their initial performance.
VETERINARY SURGERY
(2022)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Heidi E. Banse, Rose E. Baker, Cullen Domaracki, Charles McCauley, Brandy Duhon, Beth Grandt, Kate Jackson, Dawn M. Spangler, Julie A. Hunt
Summary: There were no significant differences in cognitive load and skill retention between massed instruction and spaced instruction. Although spaced instruction led to better initial performance, the difference disappeared after a period of supervised practice.
VETERINARY SURGERY
(2022)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Julie A. Hunt, Robert S. Gilley, Alexandra Gilley, R. Randall Thompson, Stacy L. Anderson
Summary: Simulation-based surgical training allows students to practice skills without patient risk. This study compared weekly and monthly training sessions for long-term skill retention. Weekly instruction group performed better in short-term assessment but showed significant score decrease in long-term assessment, while monthly instruction group maintained scores. Overall, scheduling sessions either on a weekly or monthly basis can achieve long-term skill retention.
JOURNAL OF VETERINARY MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2023)