McKenna Christensen - “Etiology of Tetanus by Clostridium tetani” (poster session) Tetanus is a fatal but preventable disease in our world today, caused by a bacterium known as Clostridium tetani. Tetanus has existed for a long time, with its first recorded case being around the 5th century BCE, as well as the first recorded case of tetanus being produced for testing in animals in 1884 by scientists Carle and Rattone. Research further indicates the importance of vaccination against tetanus, with vaccines being given to children from before the age of 2 and following shots every 5-10 years to help curb the devastating and permanent effects it can have on the nervous system. Symptoms include cramping, lockjaw, painful muscle spasms, seizures, and more. Tetanus is an unbiased disease affecting every group of people around the world. This presentation will offer a comprehensive overview of the disease, including but not limited to its history, etiology, clinical symptoms, and the overall pathogenesis of tetanus. McKenna Christensen - “Untitled Still Life” (Art Showcase) Luke Clayton - Art Showcase Sebastian Contreras Remarchuck - See Louw Kelani Corbett - “Prevalence of Eating Disorders in Wrestling and its After-effects on Health” (poster session) My board will be based on my Senior Seminar research paper about how common eating disorders are in wrestling and the after-effects of it. Sophie Cott - Art Showcase Trenton Crowley and Cole Patten- “Changing the Perspective of Learning Disabilities” (poster session) Exploring the many different types of learning disabilities and their impact on student performance, this study seeks to develop more substantial and more inclusive educational tactics to support students who have various educational needs. Knowing learning disabilities and the various types, such as dyslexia (reading disability), dyscalculia (math disability), and ADHD (attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder), in addition to identifying the common characteristics and symptoms associated with learning disabilities, such as difficulties with reading, writing, math, attention, memory, and executive functions. Investigating the reasons for learning difficulties, which could include genetic, neurological, or environmental factors to better help the student achieve academic success.
Sydnei Cummings - “Speech in “On Being Told I Don’t Speak Like a Black Person” (session 13) For the Student Research Symposium, I would like to propose the research I completed in the Spring of 2023 on Allison Joseph’s poem “On Being Told I Don’t Speak Like a Black Person”. I could relate to her idea because growing up in a predominantly White area, I’ve always been told I speak “polite,” which was just another way of saying I don’t talk like I’m Black. In this presentation, I will analyze “On Being Told I Don’t Speak Like a Black Person” and discuss African American Vernacular English in order to argue the way you talk has more to do with geographic origins than race and has no correlation to levels of intelligence. Estefano Delgado - “Buruli Ulcer and Mycobacterium ulcerans Infection: Unraveling the Mysteries of a Neglected Tropical Disease” (session 1) Buruli ulcer, caused by Mycobacterium ulcerans, is a debilitating skin infection primarily found in tropical regions. First clinically described in a groundbreaking 1948 article, this disease has a fascinating history marked by initial uncertainty and delayed recognition. The elusive nature of M. ulcerans’ cultivation was finally unraveled, leading to a better understanding of its optimal growth conditions. Despite decades of research, the natural reservoir and mode of transmission remain enigmatic, with various hypotheses explored. This presentation delves into the history, symptoms, progression, and impact of Buruli ulcer, emphasizing its low mortality but high socioeconomic burden. The complexities of treatment will also be discussed, shedding light on the ongoing efforts to combat this neglected tropical disease. Join us on the journey to uncover the mysteries of Buruli ulcer and M. ulcerans infection. Ashtyn Doran - “Investigating HIV/AIDS” (poster session) Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a global health pandemic, in some cases causing Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS). This invasive microbe attacks the host’s immune system, rapidly weakening the body’s ability to defend itself from infections and diseases. HIV is most commonly transmitted through sharing needles, unprotected sexual contact, or from mother to child via childbirth or breastfeeding. Although the HIV virus continues to be incurable, Antiretroviral Therapy has dramatically transformed how HIV/AIDS affects those who are infected. A continuously fatal disease has now turned into a more manageable chronic condition. My motivation in choosing this topic was to help stop the stigma associated with HIV/AIDS. I hope that with the completion of this research symposium project, I will change one person’s misconception on HIV/AIDS.
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