Zoey Chrisman - “Aquatic Safety Educational Module” (session 18) Drowning is the leading cause of accidental injury death in children worldwide. Many associated risk factors of the population make this a complex issue to combat. Education and implementation of aquatic safety interventions can reduce the prevalence of these risk factors. This educational module will provide knowledge to children and their caregivers on the importance of aquatic safety. This module will reinforce this importance and encourage caregivers to immerse their children in swimming lessons and aquatic safety programs. By exposing children and their caregivers to this knowledge, the module will accomplish its overall goal of reducing the rates of drowning in children. Brent Clary - “The Effects of Strength Training on Mental Health” (poster session 1) Strength training has been shown to impact mental health and overall well-being positively. This study looks at how resistance training affects depression, anxiety, stress resilience, and emotional regulation. Research suggests that consistent strength training can lead to improvements in mood, self-esteem, and cognitive functioning. It may also help individuals manage stress more effectively and develop a greater grasp on emotional control. To examine this relationship, an online survey will be distributed to college students and regular gym-goers. The survey will assess emotional regulation, psychological benefits, and stress management in relation to strength training. Mean scores will be separated into two separate categories: those who work out and those who don’t. The mean scores will be used to explore the differences in levels of depression and anxiety, as well as how they respond to adversity. Adversity can be anything from a stressful situation or how they handle their emotions. The goal of the study is to provide insight into how strength training can serve as a tool for improving psychological well-being and overall quality of life. Angel Cleare - “Emotional Health: Recognize, Restore, Renew” (session 1) Emotional health can be defined as a balanced state of mind that guides how individuals think, feel, and respond to daily occurrences in life. Young adults often deal with managing their emotions regarding stressful experiences such as academic pressures, career issues, and personal or relationship circumstances. There is a certain vulnerability for young adults as they are transitioning through life. Such adjusting phases can evoke heightened emotional reactions and contribute to mental health conditions such as anxiety, and depression. This project explores the role of holistic lifestyle modifications including physical activity, sleep, and nutrition. Understanding the role of these key factors can provide individuals with meaningful steps toward improving their emotional well-being. A pamphlet was developed to provide young adults with accessible, non- pharmacological strategies for maintaining emotional stability. By increasing awareness and promoting sustainable lifestyle changes, this project aims to empower young adults to recognize emotional challenges, restore balance, and renew their emotional health and overall quality of life.
Deshon Collins - “ Exploring the Links Among Financial Literacy, Financial Stress, and Money-Related Behaviors in College Students” (session 2) Money management is a prevalent challenge among college students, leading to stress, poor academic performance, and negative impacts on mental health and social well-being. Recognizing this link can help identify strategies to support students’ financial and personal well-being. This study explores the relationship between financial literacy, financial stress, and money-related behaviors among students at Missouri Valley College. Research indicates that students with higher financial literacy experience lower financial stress due to better budgeting skills, improved decision-making, and greater confidence in managing their finances. To examine these factors, this study will use an adapted Financial Literacy Scale (Somcio et al., 2019) to survey students. The survey, based on a 5-point Likert scale, will assess financial knowledge, budgeting habits, and financial self-efficacy.By analyzing these responses, the study aims to provide insights into how financial education can reduce stress, enhance mental well-being, and promote long-term financial stability and academic success for college students. This study hypothesizes that lower financial literacy is associated with higher financial stress, while students with stronger money management skills are likely to experience significantly lower stress levels. Lastly, students who engage in positive financial behaviors are expected to show signs of long-term financial stability and overall well-being. Isaac Compte - “State Trifold Brochure” (poster session 2) My scenario is that I work in the advertisement department of Virginia Tourism Board. I created a trifold brochure to promote tourism in Virginia. There are many things to see in Virginia. For example, the Pentagon, which is the headquarters of the U.S. Department of Defense. People can also enjoy Virginia Beach. There are also local foods to try like Virginia oysters and Chesapeake Bay Blue Crabs. Kayla Cowell - “Cancer Cell Metabolism and the Warburg Effect” (poster session 2) Cancer Cell Metabolism has emerged significant attention due to its role in tumor growth and survival. Unlike normal cells, which rely on oxidative phosphorylation (OXPHOS) for energy production, cancer cells undergo metabolic reprogramming to sustain rapid proliferation. One of the most well-known alterations in cancer cells is the Warburg Effect, which is a phenomenon where cancer cells favor glycolysis for energy production even in the presence of oxygen. This shift from oxidative metabolism to aerobic glycolysis allows the cancer cells to rapidly generate ATP needed for uncontrolled growth and survival. The Warburg Effect was first observed by Otto Warburg in the 1920s, who noted that cancer cells exhibit high rates of glucose uptake and lactate production despite the oxygen availability. This adaptation provides several advantages to cancer cells such as: Increased Biosynthetic Precursor Availability: generated through aerobic glycolysis serve as precursors for nucleotides, amino acids, and lipids, which are essential for cell proliferation. To better understand cancer cell metabolism, researchers have employed various experimental techniques such as: Metabolic Flux Analysis: This technique tracks pathways using stable isotope-labeled substrates, such as carbon-13 glucose, to determine metabolic flux.
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