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Enhancing Effective Discipleship Recruitment In The Local Church, Anna Patrice Shanklin
Enhancing Effective Discipleship Recruitment In The Local Church, Anna Patrice Shanklin
Doctoral Dissertations and Projects
This study evaluates effective discipleship recruitment in the local church. The overarching goal of this thesis research project is to increase the transition of new members completing new members’ orientation to discipleship training. Through the result of this research, the researcher will design and implement an enhanced recruitment campaign in the local ministry context and target it to new members to increase the population of membership committed to formal discipleship training.
Artemisinin And Its Derivatives Reactions: Characterization Of The Reaction Products Using Lc/Tof Ms, Kogila Vijayan
Artemisinin And Its Derivatives Reactions: Characterization Of The Reaction Products Using Lc/Tof Ms, Kogila Vijayan
Theses and Dissertations
Artemisinin (ART) is a sesquiterpene lactone and a popular malaria drug with potential anticancer properties. In this work, LC/TOF MS was used to investigate the reaction of ART with DNA bases and estradiol. ART-deoxyadenosine and ART-deoxycytidine interactions were studied in the presence of Fe (II) ions. ART-deoxyadenosine and ART-deoxycytidine reaction mixtures gave chromatographic signatures that remained unchanged at room temperature but grew after incubation at 37°C. The change in temperature from room temperature to 37°C was the main driver of adduct formation in these reactions. ART was found to react with Fe (II) ions as observed from several new chromatographic …
Photoisomerizable Membrane Active Peptides, Cristina Ventura
Photoisomerizable Membrane Active Peptides, Cristina Ventura
Seton Hall University Dissertations and Theses (ETDs)
Membrane active peptides (MAPs) bind and partition into the cell membrane thus causing permeabilization. Many α-helical membrane active peptides contain central proline residues that distinguish the hydrophobic and hydrophilic faces of the helix. The proline induces a bend that produces a helix-hinge-helix motif. Mutation of these proline residues has a significant effect on the activity of the MAP. Azobenzene is a photoisomerizable molecule that switches from its trans to cis isomer upon excitation with ultraviolet (UV) light and from its cis to trans isomer upon excitation with visible light (VL). In this work it is hypothesized that the hinge function …
Photoacid-Catalyzed C–C And C–O Bond Formation And The Synthesis Of Triazole - Containing Bis(Indolyl)Methanes, Jason Saway
Photoacid-Catalyzed C–C And C–O Bond Formation And The Synthesis Of Triazole - Containing Bis(Indolyl)Methanes, Jason Saway
Seton Hall University Dissertations and Theses (ETDs)
From photosynthesis to transition metal-type photocatalysts, the conversion of light energy into chemical energy is a fundamental process in chemistry. While photochemistry is not new to the world of science, there has been a renewed interest in the field, specifically with the use of photocatalysts. There is a wide variety of compounds that function as photocatalysts, ranging from transitions metal complexes, organic dyes, and photoacids. Photoacids, which have typically been used for polymer synthesis and the pH modulation of biological systems and have recently gained popularity due to their catalytic potential. These compounds offer an efficient, cost-effective way to conduct …
Microwave Synthesis And Photophysical Characterization Of Heteroleptic Iridium Complexes For Applications In Oleds And Lecs, Allyson Dixon
Microwave Synthesis And Photophysical Characterization Of Heteroleptic Iridium Complexes For Applications In Oleds And Lecs, Allyson Dixon
Seton Hall University Dissertations and Theses (ETDs)
A series of heteroleptic, iridium-based ionic transition metal complexes (ir-iTMCS), with the purpose to serve as potential components of OLED and LEC devices, were synthesized through a green, combinatorial-based approach. This work utilized a microwave reactor in order to bring our research into closer alignment with the tenets of green chemistry. The aim of this research was to assess the effects of structural differences, specifically steric crowding, on the photophysical characteristics of the complexes. The radiative quantum efficiencies (Φf) and excited state lifetimes (τ ) of the series of Ir-iTMCs were investigated. The rates of radiative (kr …
Advances In Structure Elucidation Of Small Molecules And Peptides By Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy And Mass Spectrometry, Ryan D. Cohen
Advances In Structure Elucidation Of Small Molecules And Peptides By Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy And Mass Spectrometry, Ryan D. Cohen
Seton Hall University Dissertations and Theses (ETDs)
This dissertation reports on improvements in nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) and mass spectrometry (MS) structure determination methods of organic compounds, with particular focus on challenging cyclic peptides. A recent and important innovation in NMR spectroscopy is the combination of theoretical property predictions, such as chemical shifts, using density functional theory (DFT) to aid in challenging NMR structure assignments, such as determination of regio- and stereo-configurations. In the first part of this thesis, a comprehensive benchmark study of DFT chemical shift prediction methods was performed using experimental NMR data collected from 50 well curated compounds, which was referred to as the …
Cooking With Chemistry: Marshmallows, Admin Stem For Success
Cooking With Chemistry: Marshmallows, Admin Stem For Success
STEM for Success Showcase
This lesson plan teaches students thermodynamics, foam, and other chemistry topics by cooking marshmallows.
Tech Time
DePaul Magazine
DePaul is embracing tech more than ever, incorporating innovative devices and approaches into education in all corners of the university. Here are seven ways DePaul provides hands-on experiences with cutting-edge tools that position students and faculty in the forefront of their industries and disciplines.
Supporting Data For Impact Of The Macrophyte Nymphaea Odorata (Lily Pads) On Dissolved Organic Matter (Dom) In A Lake, Kyle Juetten, Warren J. De Bruyn, Zachary Landram, Aaron Harrison, Angela Strecker, Catherine D. Clark
Supporting Data For Impact Of The Macrophyte Nymphaea Odorata (Lily Pads) On Dissolved Organic Matter (Dom) In A Lake, Kyle Juetten, Warren J. De Bruyn, Zachary Landram, Aaron Harrison, Angela Strecker, Catherine D. Clark
Chemistry Faculty and Staff Publications
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This is supporting data for a publication on the role of lily pads in contributing to the dissolved organic matter pool in Lake Louise, a small lake in the Pacific Northwest region of the USA. Specifically, this data includes the absorbance and fluorescence spectra of the Lake Louise water samples (taken weekly over the course of 2018). These files include large spreadsheets with raw and corrected absorbance and fluorescence intensity data as a function of wavelength, as well as the raw and corrected absorbance and fluorescence 3D excitation-emission matrix spectra (EEMs). These files are …
Development Of New Chemical Probes To Delineate The Polyamine Regulation & Molecular Strategies To Unravel Protein Polyamination, Vennela Tulluri
Development Of New Chemical Probes To Delineate The Polyamine Regulation & Molecular Strategies To Unravel Protein Polyamination, Vennela Tulluri
Theses and Dissertations
Polyamines such as putrescine, spermidine, and spermine modulate critical cellular processes, including gene expression and cell proliferation. Cellular polyamine regulation is a complex mechanism controlled by three different proteins: Ornithine decarboxylase (ODC), Antizyme (OAZ), and Antizyme Inhibitor (AZIN). While ODC is directly involved in polyamine biosynthesis, OAZ, and AZIN regulate the ODC activity via protein-protein interactions. The dysregulation of ODC, OAZ, and AZIN leads to elevated polyamines in numerous pathologies, making them attractive targets for controlling polyamine levels. Besides regulating polyamine synthesis, OAZ modulates polyamine transport. However, the precise mechanism remains elusive. In this research, we discuss our approach to …
Synthesis And Characterization Of Porphyrin-Encapsulated Nanoparticles: Investigations With Scanning Probe Microscopy, Olajumoke Helen Olubowale
Synthesis And Characterization Of Porphyrin-Encapsulated Nanoparticles: Investigations With Scanning Probe Microscopy, Olajumoke Helen Olubowale
LSU Doctoral Dissertations
Scanning probe microscopy (SPM) encompasses a family of surface measurements that use a sharp probe to “feel” a surface. The tip is scanned point-by-point to build a map of the sample topography, which can be correlated with local measurements of surface properties. This dissertation outlines the history of SPM and describes techniques, operational modes, and applications. A review of force volume mapping (FVM), a 3D characterization mode of SPM used to map material properties detailed. Force volume mapping can be achieved by measuring multiple force measurements point-by-point in a grid pattern. Local properties such as chemical forces, dielectric properties, nanomechanical …
Visible Light Photoacid Generator Catalyzed Michael Additions & In-Situ Photoredox Generated Carbocation Catalysis, Zena M. Salem
Visible Light Photoacid Generator Catalyzed Michael Additions & In-Situ Photoredox Generated Carbocation Catalysis, Zena M. Salem
Seton Hall University Dissertations and Theses (ETDs)
Proton transfer is essential in many natural and chemical processes, and photoacids that undergo proton dissociation or generation upon photoirradiation can be beneficial for use in acid-sensitive reactions. This work describes the use of photoacid generators (PAGs) as tools for organic synthesis, generating strong acids upon light absorption catalyzing Michael addition reactions. Specifically, visible-light-induced PAGs were used to facilitate the 1,4-conjugate addition between indoles and vinyl ketones. Furthermore, carbocations have gained attention as Lewis acid catalysts in a variety of reactions providing good selectivity and yields. We also demonstrate the viability of in-situ photoredox-generated carbocation catalysis in the context of …
Development And Validation Of A Uplc-Ms/Ms Method To Investigate The Plasma Pharmacokinetics Of A KCa2.2/KCa2.3 Positive Allosteric Modulator In Mice, Mohammad Asikur Rahman, Devaraj Venkatapura Chandrashekar, Young-Woo Nam, Basir Syed, David Salehi, Hamidreza Montazeri Aliabadi, Miao Zhang, Reza Mehvar
Development And Validation Of A Uplc-Ms/Ms Method To Investigate The Plasma Pharmacokinetics Of A KCa2.2/KCa2.3 Positive Allosteric Modulator In Mice, Mohammad Asikur Rahman, Devaraj Venkatapura Chandrashekar, Young-Woo Nam, Basir Syed, David Salehi, Hamidreza Montazeri Aliabadi, Miao Zhang, Reza Mehvar
Pharmacy Faculty Articles and Research
Rationale
There is currently no treatment for spinocerebellar ataxias (SCAs), which are a group of genetic disorders that often cause a lack of coordination, difficulty walking, slurred speech, tremors, and eventually death. Activation of KCa2.2/KCa2.3 channels reportedly exerts beneficial effects in SCAs. Here, we report the development and validation of an analytical method for quantitating a recently-developed positive allosteric modulator of KCa2.2/KCa2.3 channels (compound 2q) in mouse plasma.
Methods
Mouse plasma samples (10 μL) containing various concentrations of 2q were subjected to protein precipitation in the presence of a structurally similar internal …
Photophysical And Photochemical Processes In Small Molecules And Materials For Solar Energy Conversion, Ethan Lambert
Photophysical And Photochemical Processes In Small Molecules And Materials For Solar Energy Conversion, Ethan Lambert
Honors Theses
The work covered in this thesis all falls under the theme of photophysical processes after light and matter interact. Those of primary interest are Raman scattering induced vibrations and excited state dynamics probed by transient absorption spectroscopy. Small molecules are studied with Raman spectroscopy and computational chemistry. These studies unearth the shifts in vibrational frequency as a function of charge transfer or receipt and how a quantitative assay of natural orbital populations and delocalization can offer both the nature and magnitude of this charge transfer. Further, a method is presented that builds upon previous work within the academic family tree; …
Photocatalyzed Hydrogen Evolution Using Nickel-Bound Metallothionein Protein, Windfield Swetman
Photocatalyzed Hydrogen Evolution Using Nickel-Bound Metallothionein Protein, Windfield Swetman
Honors Theses
The continued burning of fossil fuels is not only a cause of increasing deterioration of the environment but also a financially unsustainable source of energy. Advances in energy production must be investigated to avoid the long-term effects of this current main source of energy. One of the avenues being explored is the use of metalloenzymes to catalyze hydrogen evolution via water splitting that occurs during the reductive half of artificial photosynthesis. Metalloenzyme catalysts with a single Ni(Cys)4 active site have been previously studied, and this study explores the possibility of increasing hydrogen production by using metalloenzyme catalysts with multiple …
Investigating Reactivity Of Artificial Copper Peptides With Small Molecules, Allyson Bryant
Investigating Reactivity Of Artificial Copper Peptides With Small Molecules, Allyson Bryant
Honors Theses
The design of artificial enzymes has been a topic of significant interest in the field of biochemistry, as they can provide new opportunities for catalytic processes and drug development. De novo protein design has emerged as a promising approach to create such enzymes, and the study of metalloproteins, particularly copper-binding peptides, has become a focus of this research. This thesis investigates the reactivity of a mutated copper-binding peptide, I5A-3SCC, with oxygen and its implications in the development of artificial enzymes.
The parent peptide, 3SCC, was mutated by replacing Isoleucine residues with smaller Alanine side chains, which was hypothesized to enhance …
Structural Integrity And Stability Of Dna In Ionic Liquid And Near-Infrared Indolizine Squaraine Dye, Ember Yeji Suh
Structural Integrity And Stability Of Dna In Ionic Liquid And Near-Infrared Indolizine Squaraine Dye, Ember Yeji Suh
Honors Theses
Luminol, the most common presumptive test for blood at a crime scene, has multiple issues, such as false positive results with chemical agents, no luminescence due to “active oxygen” cleaning agents on bloodstains, and inability to penetrate textile materials. A combination of indolizine squaraine dye and ionic liquid (IL), or Dye Enhanced Textile Emission for Crime Tracking (DETECT), have shown potential to address these issues. The purpose of this study was to assess the binding mechanism of CG (1:1) and SO3SQ dye to HSA and how the mechanism can explain the W214 fluorescence quenching effect and to determine …
Electrochemical Properties Of Mof-Derived Nickel Compounds For High-Performance Supercapacitors And Electrocatalysts, Shiva Bhardwaj
Electrochemical Properties Of Mof-Derived Nickel Compounds For High-Performance Supercapacitors And Electrocatalysts, Shiva Bhardwaj
Electronic Theses & Dissertations
There are various forms in which humans use energy in daily life. From applications that require a high energy density to long-term storage, the requirements for energy usage are diverse. Therefore, with the continuous increase in users worldwide, more practical energy-driven sources are required, allowing manufacturers to look toward emerging functional materials. An emerging class of functional porous materials referred to as metal-organic framework (MOF) has received considerable attention over the past two decades, partially because of their potential use in various applications, including gas storage, molecular separations, electrocatalyst, and energy devices. For example, metal oxide and hydroxide-based MOF materials …
Mechanisim Of Plasmon-Driven Photochemical Reactions, Hamed Kookhaee
Mechanisim Of Plasmon-Driven Photochemical Reactions, Hamed Kookhaee
Chemistry and Chemical Biology ETDs
Understanding a photocatalytic reaction condition that selectively leads to a desired product on metal surfaces is a longstanding research problem in heterogeneous catalysis. Here, using plasmon enhanced N-demethylation of methylene blue (MB) as model reaction, we show that high degree of product selectivity can be achieved by switching the mechanism from charge transfer to adsorbate electronic excitation and vice versa using surface ligands. In the presence of cetyl trimethyl ammonium bromide (CTAB) surface ligand on gold nanoparticles, MB is selectively transformed to thionine at 633 nm excitation wavelength that overlaps with the electronic transition of the adsorbate. At resonant excitation …
New Methods For Core-Hole Spectroscopy Based On Coupled Cluster Theory, Megan Simons
New Methods For Core-Hole Spectroscopy Based On Coupled Cluster Theory, Megan Simons
Chemistry Theses and Dissertations
X-ray absorption spectra (XAS) is a method used to investigate atomic local structure and electronic states. Coupled cluster method is a numerical method used for describing many-body systems and electron correlation in a wavefunction. When equation-of-motion coupled cluster is used in XAS calculations, the ground state is applied to the excitation operator, which excites or ionizes the electron. This causes a large orbital relaxation error, normally ~5 eV, which leads to the need for triple excitations in order to obtain accurate results.
This dissertation introduces a coupled cluster method that uses "transition potential" reference orbitals to reduce the orbital relaxation …
Effect Of Graphene-Based Fillers On The Properties Of Sunflower-Based Polyurethane, Vishwa Suthar
Effect Of Graphene-Based Fillers On The Properties Of Sunflower-Based Polyurethane, Vishwa Suthar
Electronic Theses & Dissertations
Polyurethane market majorly depends on synthetic materials which are noxious. This stimulated an idea to replace petrochemical resources with renewable resources for polyurethane production. Keeping this in mind, this research focused on the use of sunflower oil for the preparation of polyol and its use in polyurethane composition. The reaction mechanism of epoxidation and ring-opening was approached for the conversion of sunflower oil to polyol. During the conversion of sunflower oil, unsaturated groups of sunflower oil were converted into hydroxyl groups of polyol.
Sunflower oil-based polyol was successfully blended with methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI) to form urethane bonds. Confirmative tests …
Synthesis And Characterization Of Sodium Cathode Materials, He Zhou
Synthesis And Characterization Of Sodium Cathode Materials, He Zhou
McKelvey School of Engineering Theses & Dissertations
As sodium batteries hold great promise as a next-generation energy storage device to replace lithium batteries, the development of sodium battery materials has become increasingly urgent. The current study aims to investigate two potential sodium-ion battery cathode materials, Sodium Vanadium Phosphate, and Sodium Manganese Hexacyanoferrate, optimize the experimental procedures, conduct a systematic analysis of material properties and characterization, and ultimately determine the ideal synthesis conditions for these materials.
In the first part of the study, we focused on optimizing the synthesis of Sodium Vanadium Phosphate. By investigating various synthesis conditions, such as annealing temperature, pressure, ascorbic acid content, and material …
Sunflower Oil-Based Wood Adhesive With High Mechanical Strength And Enhanced Bonding By Introducing Fillers, Arjun Chaudhari
Sunflower Oil-Based Wood Adhesive With High Mechanical Strength And Enhanced Bonding By Introducing Fillers, Arjun Chaudhari
Electronic Theses & Dissertations
Petroleum-based compounds are generally utilized in industries for getting higher mechanical strength for wood application, where the process of synthesis releases toxins into the environment and causes health issues.
Because of this, scientists are trying to make biobased compounds and products. In this research, sunflower polyol was used to make polyurethane (PU) resin. For the formation of polyol, an epoxidation reaction followed by a ring-opening reaction was performed. The presence of hydroxyl groups was confirmed using Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) and hydroxyl value determination test to confirm the polyol formation. After that, hydroxyl groups of polyol were reacted with …
Synthesis, Characterization And Spectroscopic Studies Of Novel Donor-Acceptor Complexes, Shiyue Gao
Synthesis, Characterization And Spectroscopic Studies Of Novel Donor-Acceptor Complexes, Shiyue Gao
Chemistry and Chemical Biology ETDs
Square-planar compounds of the (dichalcogenolene)Pt(diimine) series are possess unique photophysical properties that include long-lived excited state lifetimes, which result in their being potential candidates for numerous applications. These applications include solar energy conversion, photocatalysis, nonlinear optics, and photoluminescent probes of biological systems. The most interesting feature of the (dichalcogenolene)Pt(diimine) series of molecules is the bpydichalcogenolene ligand-to-ligand charge transfer (LL’CT) band. To better understand their photoluminescent decay mechanism, and understand their excited dark state properties, we have synthesized and characterized new compounds that include (Thp-bpy)Pt(CAT), (Thp2-bpy)Pt(CAT), (Thp-bpy)Pt(bdt), and (Thp2-bpy)Pt(bdt). Through interpretation of electronic absorption, resonance Raman, XAS, photoluminesce spectroscopy, in addition …
Celebrating Native Chemists And Encouraging More Native Talent In Stem, Lisa Villa
Celebrating Native Chemists And Encouraging More Native Talent In Stem, Lisa Villa
Staff publications
This editorial was written to accompany cover art submitted to the American Chemical Society's 2023 ACS Diversity & Inclusion Cover Art Series, and selected as the July cover for Environmental Science & Technology Letters. The artwork design features several prominent chemists who are also strong advocates for increasing the number of Native American/First Nation scientists. They recognize how cultural beliefs may often be in conflict with scientific conversations, but have been working to attract and encourage Native American talent in the STEM fields.
The published cover art is included as a supplemental file.
Optimizing Process Conditions And Characterizing Elastomeric Properties Of Immiscible Polymers For 3d Printing Applications, Matthew Long
Optimizing Process Conditions And Characterizing Elastomeric Properties Of Immiscible Polymers For 3d Printing Applications, Matthew Long
Electronic Theses & Dissertations
Within recent years, 3D printing within the plastics and polymer industries has becoming increasingly prevalent. Also known as additive manufacturing, 3D printing enables the creation of rapid prototypes for short production runs without the need for complex tooling. This allows for runs that are shorter and lower in cost than conventional processes. Polylactic acid (PLA) is a thermoplastic that is widely used in 3D printing for its mechanical properties and low cost. The qualities of PLA however are lacking in the areas of flexibility and toughness which is required in many prototyping scenarios. The solution to this is to incorporate …
Decoding The Flavor Of Kentucky's Native Pawpaw Fruit, Mackenzie Leanne Roark
Decoding The Flavor Of Kentucky's Native Pawpaw Fruit, Mackenzie Leanne Roark
Online Theses and Dissertations
The objective of this research was to decode the flavor of Asimina triloba, or the pawpaw fruit, to identify and quantitate the aroma-active compounds that are present. Gas chromatography – olfactometry (GC-O) was applied on capillary GC columns with various means of extraction. The volatile compounds present were extracted using both headspace solid phase micro-extraction (HS-SPME) for 30 minutes at 23°C and 50°C, and solvent extraction using methylene chloride. The sample extracts were analyzed with both gas chromatography – mass spectrometry (GC-MS) and gas chromatography – olfactometry (GC-O). To eliminate potential artifacts that were observed when using HS-SPME at 50°C, …
Halide Substitution Of Ternary Bismuth Chalcogenides For Photovoltaic Applications, Thomas Boggess
Halide Substitution Of Ternary Bismuth Chalcogenides For Photovoltaic Applications, Thomas Boggess
Theses and Dissertations
Semiconductors play an integral part in modern society. From computing to LEDs their use is ubiquitous, and no field is more reliant on them than that of power generation. Current political movements have seen a push to decrease reliance on traditional forms of power generation, which relies on fossil fuels, to renewable sources such as solar power. However, current commercial solar panels, based on silicon, are lacking in efficiency, only reaching between 18% and 22% efficiency.1 In recent years, materials called perovskites have been garnering significant attention as possible replacements for silicon cells due to their favorable optoelectronic properties. …
Genomic And Phenotypic Characterization Of A Red-Pigmented Strain Of Massilia Frigida Isolated From An Antarctic Microbial Mat, Jacob M.C. Scaffer, Lesley Ann Giddings, Robert M. Samples, Jill A. Mikucki
Genomic And Phenotypic Characterization Of A Red-Pigmented Strain Of Massilia Frigida Isolated From An Antarctic Microbial Mat, Jacob M.C. Scaffer, Lesley Ann Giddings, Robert M. Samples, Jill A. Mikucki
Chemistry: Faculty Publications
The McMurdo Dry Valleys of Antarctica experience a range of selective pressures, including extreme seasonal variation in temperature, water and nutrient availability, and UV radiation. Microbial mats in this ecosystem harbor dense concentrations of biomass in an otherwise desolate environment. Microbial inhabitants must mitigate these selective pressures via specialized enzymes, changes to the cellular envelope, and the production of secondary metabolites, such as pigments and osmoprotectants. Here, we describe the isolation and characterization of a Gram-negative, rod-shaped, motile, red-pigmented bacterium, strain DJPM01, from a microbial mat within the Don Juan Pond Basin of Wright Valley. Analysis of strain DJMP01’s genome …
Du Undergraduate Showcase: Research, Scholarship, And Creative Works, Caitlyn Aldersea, Justin Bravo, Sam Allen, Anna Block, Connor Block, Emma Buechler, Maria De Los Angeles Bustillos, Arianna Carlson, William Christensen, Olivia Kachulis, Noah Craver, Kate Dillon, Muskan Fatima, Angel Fernandes, Emma Finch, Colleen Cassidy, Amy Fishman, Andrea Francis, Stacia Fritz, Simran Gill, Emma Gries, Rylie Hansen, Shannon Powers, Jacqueline Martinez, Zachary Harker, Ashley Hasty, Mykaela Tanino-Springsteen, Kathleen Hopps, Adelaide Kerenick, Colin Kleckner, Ci Koehring, Elijah Kruger, Braden Krumholz, Maddie Leake, Lyneé Alves, Seraphina Loukas, Yatzari Lozano Vazquez, Haley Maki, Emily Martinez, Sierra Mckinney, Mykaela Tanino-Springsteen, Audrey Mitchell, Kipling Newman, Audrey Ng, Megan Lucyshyn, Andrew Nguyen, Stevie Ostman, Casandra Pearson, Alexandra Penney, Julia Gielczynski, Tyler Ball, Anna Rini, Christina Rorres, Simon Ruland, Helayna Schafer, Emma Sellers, Sarah Schuller, Claire Shaver, Kevin Summers, Isabella Shaw, Madison Sinar, Claudia Pena, Apshara Siwakoti, Carter Sorensen, Madi Sousa, Anna Sparling, Alexandra Revier, Brandon Thierry, Dylan Tyree, Maggie Williams, Lauren Wols
Du Undergraduate Showcase: Research, Scholarship, And Creative Works, Caitlyn Aldersea, Justin Bravo, Sam Allen, Anna Block, Connor Block, Emma Buechler, Maria De Los Angeles Bustillos, Arianna Carlson, William Christensen, Olivia Kachulis, Noah Craver, Kate Dillon, Muskan Fatima, Angel Fernandes, Emma Finch, Colleen Cassidy, Amy Fishman, Andrea Francis, Stacia Fritz, Simran Gill, Emma Gries, Rylie Hansen, Shannon Powers, Jacqueline Martinez, Zachary Harker, Ashley Hasty, Mykaela Tanino-Springsteen, Kathleen Hopps, Adelaide Kerenick, Colin Kleckner, Ci Koehring, Elijah Kruger, Braden Krumholz, Maddie Leake, Lyneé Alves, Seraphina Loukas, Yatzari Lozano Vazquez, Haley Maki, Emily Martinez, Sierra Mckinney, Mykaela Tanino-Springsteen, Audrey Mitchell, Kipling Newman, Audrey Ng, Megan Lucyshyn, Andrew Nguyen, Stevie Ostman, Casandra Pearson, Alexandra Penney, Julia Gielczynski, Tyler Ball, Anna Rini, Christina Rorres, Simon Ruland, Helayna Schafer, Emma Sellers, Sarah Schuller, Claire Shaver, Kevin Summers, Isabella Shaw, Madison Sinar, Claudia Pena, Apshara Siwakoti, Carter Sorensen, Madi Sousa, Anna Sparling, Alexandra Revier, Brandon Thierry, Dylan Tyree, Maggie Williams, Lauren Wols
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