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The rapid advancement of autonomous driving systems requires robust perception algorithms. Interpreting complex environments and simulation-based testing plays a vital role in validating these algorithms. This research explores the use of the Driving Scenario Designer app in MATLAB® workspace to... Read More

Green roofs (GRs) are typically used to retain stormwater and are increasingly being used to produce food by growing edible vegetation, such as Mad Hatter Peppers (Capsicum baccatum). However, there have been conflicting studies on whether GRs can feasibly produce Capsicum baccatum in GRs compared t... Read More

Noise pollution is harmful to the environment due to intensity and duration. As human activities increase so does noise that is produced by boat and car traffic, machinery, electronics etc… Marine organisms are sensitive due to the vulnerability of sound pollution traveling underwater quicker... Read More

The expansion of the digital world in the 21st century has caused an expansion of the less traditional forms of news media, namely the forms of current events information accessible on social media applications such as TikTok and Instagram. Unlike the previous generations, the younger generation ra... Read More

Abstract: South Korea has faced a steep fall in birth rates over the past few decades. Total fertility, defined as the average number of children a woman is expected to give birth to during her lifetime, stands among the lowest rates in the world. And it is far below the replacement rate level of 2.... Read More

The National Hockey League has experienced growth in popularity and revenue that the league hasn't seen in previous years. This paper analyzes the finances of the 31 National Hockey League teams under the timeframe of the previous Collective Bargaining Agreement between the NHL and the NHL Playe... Read More

The CDC reports that over two million people in the United States alone become infected with antibiotic resistant bacteria. This paper studies one of the primary mechanisms of antibiotic resistance, efflux, in Escherichia coli. EmrA and EmrB proteins, belonging to the efflux pump EmrAB-TolC were pur... Read More

In modern environmental and biological research, gene mutation by GMOs and DNA oxidation by biphenyl and BPDE intercalation take up critical positions regarding their potential risks to genetic stability. GMOs are monitored for unintended effects, and BPDE pollution is managed due to their carcinoge... Read More

Polysomnography is a frequently used tool for diagnosing disorders like sleep-related hypermotor epilepsy (SHE) and rapid-eye-movement sleep behavior disorder (RBD). It is highly inefficient because often-infrequent seizure events are required to reach a diagnosis. Also, SHE and RBD are difficult to... Read More

The Union for Reform Judaism’s North American Federation for Temple Youth (URJ NFTY) is a nonprofit organization serving North American Reform Jewish teens. The URJ and NFTY hold strong values tied to Jewish history that are utilized to discuss and advocate for political and social issues, and... Read More

Emergency shelters are essential for meeting basic needs and upholding the dignity of displaced populations following catastrophic events. Utilizing sustainable materials and efficient construction methods adapted to local contexts is also important in creating safe and dignified living environments... Read More

According to the UN, 95% of the agricultural land will be degraded and twice as much water will be needed to produce food in the future. One-quarter part of world’s agriculture is located in regions with water scarcity, which has led to the irrigation of crops with the sewage. This has become ... Read More

Energy is essential for economic and societal development. Economic growth is closely tied to technological innovation, which can drive efficiency improvements and the development of cleaner technologies.  However, economic growth often leads to increased resource consumption, which can exacerb... Read More

Coronavirus disease -19 (COVID-19) has gained widespread interest in the field of mathematical epidemiology in order to inform the public on basic statistics surrounding COVID-19. However, the age-standardized mortality rates (ASMRs), which adjust age and population discrepancies between different r... Read More

Women have traditionally been underrepresented in jobs that require physical strength, speed, or stamina. There is good reason.  A firefighter, for example, must prove he can carry 100 pounds down a ladder if it is necessary to rescue someone from a burning building.  Some women have claim... Read More

Francisella tularensis, a gramnegative bacterium, is the causative agent of tularemia, a severe zoonotic disease known for its high lethality even with minimal exposure. Recognized by the CDC as a tier one biothreat agent, as it poses a severe potential risk for biological warfare. This resilient ba... Read More

Allicin is a reactive sulfur-based antioxidant and Fulvic acid is a stable chelator. This paper studies how a Allicin– Fulvic Acid (FA–Al) conjugate improves metalchelating properties using molecular analysis and machine learning. The research predicts that the combination of allicin thi... Read More

Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) have made a significant impact on our lives today. Most food products we consume have been genetically modified to enhance certain characteristics. This may include genes inserted to produce proteins that repel insects or enhance nutrient production in the food.... Read More

Obesity, defined with a BMI ≥ 30.0 kg/m2, affects over 40% of U.S. adults. Although dieting or surgery are possible, majority of treatments have consequential side effects. Recent studies have found increased energy expenditure in white adipocytes via lipolysis of fat droplets that may lead to we... Read More

Red 40 dye has been banned in European countries due to rising health concerns. There is evidence that Red 40, also called Allura red AC, can cause hyperactivity in humans along with negatively affecting the colon and causing Early Onset Colorectal cancer in mice. This study aimed to investigate if ... Read More