Logan Chronister - “SGLT2 Inhibitors Impact on Patients with Heart Failure” (graduate session 4) This study analyzes a systematic review of the research question: In adults ages 60-80 with an ejection fraction percentage (EF%) less than forty percent, what is the impact of using a sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor on patients diagnosed with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF)? HFrEF poses a significant burden on the elderly population. These patients have significantly higher morbidity and mortality rates. SGLT2 inhibitors were initially developed for diabetes management but have shown significant reduction in cardiovascular events that include HF hospitalizations regardless of whether the patient has diabetes. The use of SGLT2 inhibitors in this setting is relatively new, with somewhat limited research. However, they have become a mainstream medication used in HFrEF patients because of the notable improvement recorded in studies and trials. This systematic literature review aims to evaluate the impact of SGLT2 inhibitors on decreasing worsening heart failure and cardiovascular mortality in elderly patients (aged 60-80 years) with HFrEF. Doryan Cole - see Jada Dangerfield, “Are You There For Me?” Xiomara Corpier - “Ozempic for Diabetes & Weight Loss” (session 4) Adults in the United States struggle with obesity. Obesity poses a risk for many chronic diseases that include type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and musculoskeletal disorders like osteoarthritis. Ozempic (semaglutide) is a medication increasingly prescribed for type 2 diabetes and weight management. As its popularity rises, understanding the full spectrum of potential adverse effects is important for both healthcare providers and patients. These side effects include gastrointestinal disturbances, cardiovascular complications, and potential mental health issues. To facilitate education of those using Ozempic, whether for Type II diabetes or for weight loss, a pamphlet was designed describing the risks and benefits. Many adults are desperate to lose weight and they do not always know the side effects of these weight loss measures. It is hoped that the educational pamphlet will inform and educate the public of the potential side effects of Ozempic. Jack Corriveau, “Lyme Disease” (poster session 2) A poster board will be made to present the information on Lyme disease. The project will cover topics like the history of Lyme disease and how it originated, the way ticks and humans become infected with the bacteria. The regions where this disease is prevalent along with the other details into the infectious information on this disease. The symptoms and long term implications of this disease will also be discussed in the presentation. The characteristics of the bacteria that causes lyme disease will also be presented in detail, to understand fully how the disease works. Images of the ticks that are infected by the bacteria along with images of the bacteria itself will be presented to go along with the disease information.
the distribution of international students and identifying the motivations that attract students from certain areas, this research aims to provide insights into how Missouri Valley College can build a more inclusive and globally diverse campus. Makayla Casjens - “Bovine Brucellosis” (session 8) Bovine Brucellosis, also known as “Contagious Abortion” or “Bangs Disease,” is a zoonotic infection caused by the bacterium Brucella abortus. B. abortus affects cattle, elk, and bison populations. This disease causes aborted calves, retained placentas, male reproductive tract lesions, and arthritis. Before federal governance of the disease, brucellosis infected 50% of U.S. cattle herds, but today, most states are brucellosis-free. Brucellosis devastated production herds, as meat and dairy cattle aborted or had weak offspring, infertility, and reduced or no milk production causing less production of cattle commodities and damaging local economies. Although there is no current treatment for B. abortus, animal health officials have herd management steps in place to remove the disease from an infected herd. In this presentation, I will share details of the Brucella abortus bacterium, its effects, how the disease impacts herds and our communities, and herd management plans in place to prevent the disease. Santiago Castañeda - see Diego Ruiz, “Japanese Automatic Parking” Stefán Cekic - “Types of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Grafts used in Reconstructive Surgeries” (poster session 2) As the primary restrictor of anterior tibial translation and an essential component in rotational stability, the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is an essential part of the knee joint. Sports injuries commonly affect the ACL, with an estimated 50% of knee injuries involving this ligament (Widner et al., 2019). In the United States, around 175,000 ACL reconstruction (ACLR) surgeries are performed each year, highlighting the importance of current research for optimal surgical outcomes (Banovetz et al., 2023). A crucial aspect of ACLR is graft selection, guided by factors like patient age, re-rupture risk, graft rejection, and personal preference (Arida et al., 2021). Available graft options include autografts (patient’s own tissue), allografts (cadaver tissue), and synthetic/artificial grafts (Sim et al., 2022). This paper evaluates these graft types, comparing their advantages and limitations to support patients and surgeons in making informed decisions about ACLR treatment options. Chandler Christiansen - “Drug Policies and its Impact on Crime Rates” (poster session 1) The purpose of this study is to examine drug policies and its impact on crime rates. If the United States implements drug policy reforms then there will be less drug related criminal activity. With current socioeconomic factors like poverty, unemployment, and social exclusion affecting citizens with a drug problem creating drug related criminal activity. With the current drug policies in place in the United States it is creating mass incarceration for drug related criminal activities. If we can create drug policy alternatives and reforms it can help lower the mass incarceration rate we are seeing in our prisons.
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