Gannon University Faculty Scholarship and Research 2024 by Gannon University

- 2024Faculty Scholarship and Research

April 18, 2025

Dear Faculty and Staff Colleagues,

As we embrace another year of growth and achievement at Gannon University, I continue to be inspired by the unwavering dedication of our faculty and staff. You shape the minds and hearts of our students, create an environment rooted in care and collaboration, and embody the spirit of a community committed to learning, service, and innovation.

The challenges facing higher education remain, and in some areas, they have intensified. This is causing shifting demographics, rising costs, and continued scrutiny of the value of a college degree. Yet, in the face of these headwinds, Gannon stands strong. We are not only adapting we are leading. And we do so because of your commitment to our mission: to educate, to inspire, and to transform.

Now in my second year as president, I am deeply honored to continue this journey with all of you. The Celebration of Excellence offers us the opportunity to reflect on the past year, to recognize your contributions, and to honor the successes of our students as they prepare to cross the commencement stage. Each student who walks that stage carries with them the impact of your teaching, your support, and your belief in their potential.

Your scholarship, mentorship, and dedication are the foundation of Gannon’s strength. Together, we are a force for positive change a university where ideas come to life and where each achievement contributes to a more just, compassionate, and curious world. I thank you for your service, congratulate you on all you have accomplished, and encourage you to continue seeking excellence in all that you do.

With sincere gratitude,

Walter Iwanenko, Ph.D. President

April 24, 2025

Dear colleagues,

As we celebrate Gannon University’s centennial year a momentous milestone that reflects a century of commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service I wish to express my deepest appreciation for the extraordinary scholarly achievements that you, our faculty, have accomplished over the past year.

Your scholarship, research, and creative endeavors have not only advanced knowledge within and across disciplines but have also served as a testament to our shared mission. Through the uncertainty facing higher education, you have remained steadfast in your pursuit of new knowledge, innovation, and creative accomplishments that enrich both our academic community and the broader public

At our annual Celebration of Excellence, I want to recognize not only the quality and breadth of your contributions but also the spirit in which they were undertaken grounded in intellectual rigor, creativity, and a dedication to student mentorship. The mentorship you have provided to our students, many of whom have been directly involved in these scholarly accomplishments, is inspiring. Through your guidance, they are learning how to think critically, engage ethically, and pursue discovery with purpose hallmarks of an education rooted in excellence.

We honor and extend this institution's legacy through your continued pursuit of knowledge and your willingness to share that journey with our students. The impact of your work will be felt well beyond this centennial year, shaping future generations and serving as a beacon for inquiry and innovation.

On behalf of the university’s leadership, thank you for your scholarly contributions. As we look to the future, I remain inspired by your commitment and honored to support your work.

Respectfully,

Sarah J. Ewing, Ph.D. Provost and Vice President for Student Experience

109 University Square

Erie, Pennsylvania 16541-0001

(814) 871-7000 • 1-800-GANNON-U

www.gannon.edu

April 23, 2025

Dear Colleagues,

Congratulations to everyone who has pursued scholarly endeavors over the past year! This publication serves as both a celebration of your accomplishments and an encouragement to continue your important work in the years ahead.

As Dean of the College of Engineering and Business, one of my greatest privileges is recognizing and sharing the scholarly contributions of our faculty. Your dedication to research and discovery not only enriches your respective fields but also enhances the learning experiences of your students and strengthens our academic community.

The submissions in this collection reflect a commitment to excellence and a deep engagement with both contemporary issues and emerging challenges. Motivated by the world around you, your research addresses critical questions and explores innovative solutions. More importantly, as educators, you inspire your students to join in this pursuit of knowledge—igniting their curiosity and preparing them to lead in their professions.

At Gannon, our faculty embody our mission to Believe, Inspire, and Transform—not just in words, but in action. As you explore this collection, I encourage you to recognize not only the depth of scholarship but also the dedication to students, colleagues, and the broader community.

Thank you for your passion, your commitment, and your invaluable contributions to our university. I look forward to seeing your continued growth as scholars, educators, and mentors. Once again, congratulations!

Sincerely,

Karinna M. Vernaza, Ph.D. Dean College of Engineering and Business

109 University Square

Erie, Pennsylvania 16541-0001

(814) 871-7000 • 1-800-GANNON-U

www.gannon.edu

March 7, 2025

Dear Faculty Colleagues,

I am proud once again to celebrate the scholarly work created by the faculty of the College of Humanities, Education, and Social Sciences at Gannon University. The wide range of works demonstrates collaboration, creativity, and relevance to the issues we face today. Your dedication to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service is what forms the foundation of the university and continually propels us forward as we mentor the next generation of leaders.

The Boyer Model of Scholarship provides the framework for these endeavors, and it is fully realized in these examples of scholarship of discovery, teaching, application, integration, and engagement. It is invigorating and humbling to see the breadth and depth of scholarly work produced by the faculty, ranging from works that have significant local impact to those that are nationally and internationally recognized. Your work continues to make important contributions in your disciplines and to inspire and provide direction for your students.

Congratulations on your many accomplishments in scholarship this year. I am deeply grateful for all you have done and continue to do for the Gannon community.

Sincerely,

Lori D. Lindley, Ph.D. Dean, College of Humanities, Education, and Social Sciences

109 University Square

Erie, Pennsylvania 16541-0001

(814) 871-7000 • 1-800-GANNON-U

www.gannon.edu

February 24, 2025

Dear colleagues,

It is my privilege to share the scholarly accomplishments of faculty across the Morosky College of Health Professions and Sciences. Gannon University is committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, professional development, and service. By encouraging scholarly inquiry, Gannon demonstrates the value placed on asking and working to answer the important questions which help make our world a better place. It is important that we recognize and celebrate the exceptional scholarship of our faculty and their true commitment to scholarly inquiry.

I appreciate the wonderful work and dedication of colleagues across the Morosky College of Health Professions and Sciences. Your ongoing commitment to excellence in scholarship and your active engagement of students in the process is noteworthy. After reviewing your scholarly accomplishments, I am impressed by the scope of the work that has occurred across the college over this past year. Your commitment to sharing your knowledge and expertise, as well as your work to collaborate with colleagues and students to engage in scholarly inquiry and disseminate it broadly is acknowledged and valued. I am blessed to work with you and honored to celebrate you and your outstanding contributions.

Thank you for your dedication and congratulations on a truly productive year!

Respectfully,

Kimberly Cavanagh, DHSc, PA-C Dean, Morosky College of Health Professions and Sciences

Journal Article

College of Engineering and Business

Vishal Arghode, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Management

Jain, N. K., Panda, A., & Arghode, V. (2024). Tourism's Circular Economy: Opportunities and Challenges from an Integrated Theoretical Perspective. Business Strategy and the Environment. doi.org/10.1002/bse.3802.

Ellsworth, C., Arghode, V., Bhattacharyya, S. S., Barker, D., & Schuhmann, R. J. (2024). Sustainable Water Resource Management by Business Organizations: Empirical Investigation Applying Stimulus Organism Response Theoretical Perspective. Benchmarking: An International Journal. doi.org/10.1108/BIJ-04-2023-0245.

Rowe, S.W., Arghode, V., & Bhattacharyya, S. S. (2024). A Study on Adaptive Performance, Work-Related Psychological Health, and Demographics in Episcopal Church Bishops. Journal of Work-Applied Management, 16(1), 31-47. doi.org/10.1108/JWAM-02-20230015.

Harvey, J., Arghode, V., & Bhattacharyya, S.S. (2024). Reflections on Phenomenological Research in Organizational Studies. Indian Journal of Industrial Relations, 59(3), 442453

Eric Brownlee, Ph.D. Professor, Sport Management and Marketing

Conference Presentation

Brownlee, E.A., Lucarelli, J., & Yoo, J. (2024, April). The effects of fan identification, brand favorability and sponsor event-fit on MLB jersey patch sponsorship purchase intentions. [Paper presentation] Pennsylvania Sport Business 2024 Conference, Indiana, Pennsylvania.

Conference Poster

Topoleski, C., Lupinek, J., Brownlee, E.A., & Keiper, M. (2024, September). Professional golf attendance: A sport identification and country-of-origin examination. [Poster presentation] European Association for Sport Management 2024 International Conference, Paris, France.

Grant

Brownlee, E & Lupinkek, J. (2024). Ji, X., Piovesan, D., & Chen, L. (2024). Professional golf attendance: A sport identification and country-of-origin examination. LIV Golf Tour ($8000).

Liu Cao, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor, Environmental Science and Engineering

Conference Poster

Liu Cao (2024). Enhancing student learning and inclusion in Environmental Toxicology through bands-on biological models. Poster Presenter of 2024 ASMCUE (ASM Conference for Undergraduate Educators). Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Liu Cao (2024). Jeopardy-style questions: A game-changer for active learning in biological sciences. Poster Presenter of 2024 ASMCUE (ASM Conference for Undergraduate Educators). Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Liu Cao, Ximin Zeng, Jun Lin (2024). Microplastics exposure enhanced natural transformation efficiency of Campylobacter jejuni. Poster Presenter of ASM Microbes 2024. Atlanta, Georgia.

Liu Cao, Ximin Zeng, Jun Lin (2024). Impact of micro-/nanoplastics on natural transformation efficiency of Campylobacter jejuni. Poster Presenter of the Conference of Research Workers in Animal Diseases 2024. Chicago, Illinois.

Longyan

Chen,

Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Biomedical Engineering

Journal Article

Weng, X., Li, M., Chen, L., Peng, B., & Jiang, H. (2024). A wearable nanozyme–enzyme electrochemical biosensor for sweat lactate monitoring. Talanta, 279, 126675. (Journal IF:5.6)

Jiang, H., Zhang, J., Weng, Z., Chen, L., Wu, Y., & Weng, X. (2024). Flexible microfluidic strain sensor made with poly (3, 4-ethylenedioxythiophene): polystyrenesulfonate–MXene–Au nanocomposites for monitoring physiological signals. ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, 16(37), 49745-49755. (Journal IF: 8.5)

Terfa, R. D., Patel, P. N., Kim, H. D., Gacura, M. D., Vanderlaan, G., Chen, L., Ji, X. & Piovesan, D. (2024). Harnessing brewery spent grain for polyhydroxyalkanoate production. Macromol, 4(3), 448-461.(Journal cite score: 5.2).

Vakati, S. R., Vanderlaan, G., Gacura, M. D., Ji, X., Chen, L., & Piovesan, D. (2024). Synthesis of poly-lactic acid by ring open polymerization from beer spent grain for drug delivery. Polymers, 16(4), 483. (Journal IF: 4.7).

Conference Proceedings

Piatt, S. R., Tiari, S., Mihaly, H., & Chen, L. (2024). Preparation of a 3-D printable radiopaque composite for biomedical applications. ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition (IMECE 2024), Portland, OR. American Society of Mechanical Engineers.

Zhou, L., Kasaraneni, V. K., Chen, L., & Abuhussein, A. (2024). Comprehensive analysis and assessment of an introduction to engineering and computing course. In 15th Annual FirstYear Engineering Experience Conference (FYEE).

Piatt, S., Tiari, S., & Chen, L. (2024). Preparation of a 3-D printable radiopaque polymer using zirconium oxide nanomaterial [Abstract ID 120]. 8th International Conference on Theoretical and Applied Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (TANN 2024), Chestnut Conference Centre, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada.

Terfa, R. D., Chen, L., Ji, X., & Piovesan, D. (2024). Preparation of 3D printable filament using brewer’s spent grain derived poly-lactic acid nanocomposites [Abstract ID 121]. 8th International Conference on Theoretical and Applied Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (TANN 2024), Chestnut Conference Centre, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada.

Chen, L. (2024). Preparation of a 3-D printable radiopaque composite for biomedical applications. ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition (IMECE 2024), Portland, OR. American Society of Mechanical Engineers.

Conference Poster

Lehotsky, J., Bisrat, N. F., & Chen, L. (2024). Development of a portable photo-/chemiluminescence sensor based on low-cost silicon avalanche photodiode. 2024 ASEE North Central Section Conference, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI.

Grant

Ji, X., Piovesan, D., & Chen, L. (2024). A novel 3D printing composite material for vibration elimination in aerospace, PA Manufacturing Innovation Program, ($69,328).

David Gee, Ph.D. Professor, Mechanical Engineering

Conference Poster

Michael, R., Kurchena, M., Popovits, M., & Gee, D. (2024) Next generation elastomeric column guard for storage rack protection. Manufacturing PA Innovation Program Expo, Harrisburg, PA, April 5, 2024.

Journal Article

Xiaoxu Ji, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Biomedical Engineering

Ji, X., Gao, X., & Swierski, E. (2024). Evaluating the accuracy of virtual reality in replicating real-life human postures and forces for injury risk assessment. Sensors, 24(21), 7049.

Ji, X., Arzalluz, I., Gao, X., Al Tamimi, Z., Swierski, E., & Piovesan, D. (2024). Exploring injury assessment using motion tracking technology and ergonomic tools in archery performance. Frontiers in Medical Engineering, 2, 1375520.

Ji, X., Miller, J., Gao, X., Al Tamimi, Z., Arzalluz, I., & Piovesan, D. (2024). An ergonomics analysis of archers through motion tracking to prevent injuries and improve performance. Sensors, 24(6), 1862.

Conference Proceedings

Piatt, S., Ji, X., Deemer, A., Young, S., Merlos, H., West, I., & Piovesan, D. (2024). Reducing vibrations experienced by an infant during air transportation. The Vertical Flight Society’s 80th Annual Forum and Technology Display, May 7-9, 2024, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

Zhou, L., Dahal, R., & Ji, X. (2024). Automatic powder bed leveling for direct metal laser sintering based on machine learning The 2025 International Manufacturing Science and Engineering Conference (MSEC2025).

Arzalluz, I., Ji, X., Piovesan, D., & Marr, C. (2024). Additive manufacturing design of a vibration isolator for rotorcraft simulator seats The 81st Vertical Flight Society Forum.

Terfa, R. D., Chen, L., Ji, X., & Piovesan, D. (2024). Preparation of 3D printable filament using brewer’s spent grain derived poly-lactic acid. 8th International Conference on Theoretical and Applied Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Canada, June 10-12.

Grant

Ji, X., Piovesan, D., & Chen, L. (2024). A novel 3D printing composite material for vibration elimination in aerospace, PA Manufacturing Innovation Program, ($69,328)

Ji, X. (2024). An advanced manufacturing technology for the vibration and acoustics control in aviation, NASA Mini Grant, ($12,000)

Ji, X. (2024). The assessment of injury risk in the healthcare sector via analyzing the daily patient transfer tasks. Collaborative CEB-UPMC Hamot Research Grant, ($1,990).

Ohu, I., Brieger, E., Ji, X., Pasha, J., Matovu, R., & Zhou, L. (2024). Advancing manufacturing skills in Pennsylvania’s Opportunity Zones: A VR-driven workforce development initiative Digital Literacy and Workforce Development Grant, ($100,000).

Yong-Kyu Jung, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Electrical and Cyber Engineering

Conference Proceedings

Jung, Y. (2024). Lookahead secured AI/ML platforms. The 26th International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, July 22-25, 2024.

Jung, Y. (2024). “A Secure Self-Adaptive System in Applications of Cognitive Computing,” at the 2024 International Conference on Applied Cognitive Computing

Varun Kasaraneni, Ph.D., P.E.

Associate Professor, Environmental Science and Engineering

Journal Article

Kasaraneni, V. K., Anaya, N. M., & Taliani, M. (2024). Enhancing Point-of-Use Sand Filters through Integration of Copper Mesh. Water, 16(15), 2188.

Conference Proceedings

Zhou, L., & Kasaraneni, V. K., & Chen, L., & Abuhussein, A. (2024), Comprehensive Analysis and Assessment of An Introduction to Engineering and Computing Course Paper presented at 15th Annual First-Year Engineering Experience Conference (FYEE), Boston, Massachusetts. 10.18260/1-2 48597

Kasaraneni, V. K., & Steinbrink, S., & Zhao, L., & Tiari, S., & Vernaza, K. M. (2024), Board 330: Looking Back: Alumni Assessment of Activities Offered Through NSF S-STEM Grant Paper presented at 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Portland, Oregon. 10.18260/1-2 46911

Rashid Khan, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor, Computer and Information Science

Journal Article

Khan, R., Osman, D., Gittens, D., Phillips, M., Dania, A. (2024), Empowering the Educational Journey: Effective Strategies for Student Satisfaction and Retention in Higher Educational Institutions., Journal of Business Administration Research Vol. 13, No. 2; 2024 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5430/jbar.v13n2p1

Conference Proceedings

Khan Rashid A, Dialdin Osman, Dexter Gitten, Malissa Gittens (2024),"Empowering the Educational Journey: Effective Strategies for Student Satisfaction and Retention in Higher Education Institutions" proceedings IABPAD 2024 conference in Las Vegas, NV, USA.

Hwidong Kim, Ph.D., P.E.

Associate Professor, Environmental Science and Engineering

Journal Article

Kim, H. D., Baek, C. R., & Jang, Y. C. (2024). Advancing glass recycling and environmental applications with porous glass: a mini-review. Journal of Material Cycles and Waste Management, 1-14.

Terfa, R. D., Patel, P. N., Kim, H. D., Gacura, M. D., Vanderlaan, G., Chen, L., & Piovesan, D. (2024). Harnessing Brewery Spent Grain for Polyhydroxyalkanoate Production. Macromol, 4(3), 448-461.

Presentation

Kim, H. (2024). Concept of sustainable waste management. Presented at Chungnam National University, Daejeon, South Korea.

Joseph Kuvshinikov, CPA, CFE, MBA, PhD

Associate Professor, Management

Conference Proceedings

Kuvshinikov, J. (2024). Business simulations and generative artificial intelligence: Synergy for better understanding and decision-making. Developments in Business Simulation and Experiential Learning: Proceedings of the Annual Association for Business Simulation and Experiential Learning Conference. Orlando, FL, USA. Vol. 51.

Kuvshinikov, J. (2024). Empowered decision-making: Bridging the gap between business simulations and generative AI. International Business Analytics Conference 2024 Proceedings. Vol. 1, Issue 1. SUNY Fredonia, NY, USA.

Kuvshinikov, J. (2024). Bridges across borders: Gannon University business students building bridges with new international students in the Erie School District. Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs. Region 2 Conference Program Baltimore, MD, USA.

Presentation

Kuvshinikov, J. (2024). “Building a foundation for success through community engagement: Gannon University international graduate students coaching new international students in the Erie School District” [PowerPoint Presentation]. Partners for Campus-Community Engagement. Beyond the Classroom: Deepening Campus Community Partnerships.

Kuvshinikov, J. (2024, October 6-9). “Fear of Finance. Kick off your EMBA with a Game.” Executive MBA Council Annual Meeting, Panama City, Panama.

Kuvshinikov, J. (2024, October 7). “Business Simulations as a Platform for Teaching Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Executive Education.” Executive MBA Council Annual Meeting, Panama City, Panama.

Wookwon Lee, Sc.D., P.E. Professor, Electrical and Cyber Engineering

Conference Proceedings

Lee, W. Lee, McCann K.J., Nagy N.A., Kvortek J.L., Petteys C.P., Hicks J.A., & Chu D.T. (2024). A small-scale Intra-IoT Network Prototype for Centralized Monitoring of CPS/IoT Devices on Isolated intranets, Proc. IEEE Ubiquitous Computing, Electronics, and Mobile Communication Conference (UEMCON), Yorktown Heights, NY, Oct. 17 –19, 2024, pp. 626-630.

Jones S.M., Dickinson Z.O., Snowdy A.D., Conklin N.B., & Lee W. (2024). Development of a VHF/UHF-band Video-streaming Payload for Near-space Operation and Lessons learned, Proc. ASEE NCS 2024, March 2024, pp. 1-14.

Dickinson Z.O., Jacobs H.P., Jones S.M., Chu D.T., Yaple H.D., Snowdy A.D., McClain Z., Conklin N.B., & Lee W. (2024). Engineering Experiences and Lessons Learned from 2023 Annular Eclipse Ballooning, Proc. ASEE NCS 2024, March 2024, pp. 1-14.

Richard Matovu, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor, Cyber Security

Conference Proceedings

Mann, A., Jadhav, A. P., Matovu, R., & Gupta, V. (2024, December). Harnessing the Power of Vocal Signals in COVID-19 Detection Utilizing Machine Learning. In 2024 IEEE International Conference on Big Data (BigData) (pp. 4564-4570). IEEE.

Matovu, R., & Ohu, I. (2024, June). DeepPayAuth: User Authentication in Mobile Payments Using Smartwatch Motion Sensors. In Science and Information Conference (pp. 455-472). Cham: Springer Nature Switzerland.

Conference Presentation

Matovu, R., & Ohu, I. (2024, May). Automatic Glottic Opening Segmentation in Endotracheal Intubation Using Deep Learning. In 2024 IISE Annual Conference and Expo. IISE.

Matovu, R., & Ohu, I. (2024, May). Integrating Ergonomics into Academic Classroom Design for Effective Learning. In 2024 IISE Annual Conference and Expo. IISE.

Grant

Joshua Maurer, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Management

Journal Article

Maurer, J. D., Creek, S. A., Allison, T. H., Bendickson, J. S., & Sahaym, A. (2024). Getting to know someone in ten seconds: Social role theory and perceived personality in entrepreneurial pitch videos. Journal of Business Research, 174, 114535.

Nithithanatchinnapat, B., Maurer, J., Deng, X., & Joshi, K. D. (2024). Future Business Workforce: Crafting a Generative AI-Centric Curriculum Today for Tomorrow's Business Education. ACM SIGMIS Database: the DATABASE for Advances in Information Systems, 55(1), 6-11.

Conference Proceedings

Maurer, J., Nithithanatchinnapat, B., & Creek, S., (September, 2024). Examining the Legitimization of the Nascent Generative AI Industry: A Content Analysis Approach. Paper presented at the London Text Analysis Conference. London, England.

Michael Messina, Ph.D. Professor, Marketing

Conference Proceedings

Messina, M. and A. Guiffrida, (2024) “The Marketing and Analytics of a Trip Chaining Service”, Marketing Management Association Fall Marketing Educators’ Conference, September, Santa Fe, NM.

Conference Presentation

Messina, M., A, Murray, and L. Hoel, Panelists (2024) “Issues When Forming Constructive Student Teams”, Fall Marketing Educators’ Conference, September, Santa Fe, NM.

Robert Michael, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering

Conference Proceedings

Michael, R. J., Popovits, M., Kurchena, M. K., & Gee, D. (March 22 – 23, 2024). Development of next generation column guard [Poster presentation]. 2024 ASEE North Central Section Conference, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI.

Michael, R. J., Popovits, M., & Kurchena, M. K. (April 4, 2024). Next generation elastomeric column guard for storage rack protection. [Poster presentation]. Manufacturing PA Innovation Program Expo, Harrisburg, PA.

Grant

Michael, R. (awarded September 2024 to be completed 2024-2025). Phase II: Fatigue testing of Wabtec traction motor boot (TMB). Wabtec Corporation, ($43,420).

Ikechukwu Ohu, Ph.D.

Professor, Industrial and Robotics Engineering

Conference Proceedings

Matovu, R., & Ohu, I. (2024, June). DeepPayAuth: User authentication in mobile payments using Smartwatch motion sensors. Science and Information Conference (pp. 455-472). Cham: Springer Nature Switzerland.

Conference Presentation

Matovu, R., & Ohu, I. (2024, May 18-21). Automatic glottic opening segmentation in endotracheal intubation using deep learning. 2024 IISE Annual Conference and Expo.

IISE.

Matovu, R., & Ohu, I. (2024, May 18-21). Integrating ergonomics into academic classroom design for effective learning. 2024 IISE Annual Conference and Expo. IISE.

Grant

Junayed Pasha, Ph.D. Assistant

Professor, Industrial and Robotics Engineering

Journal Article

Pasha, J., Li, B., Elmi, Z., Fathollahi-Fard, A. M., Lau, Y. Y., Roshani, A., Kawasaki, T., Dulebenets, M. A. (2024). Electric vehicle scheduling: State of the art, critical challenges, and future research opportunities. Journal of Industrial Information Integration, 38, 100561. DOI: 10.1016/j.jii.2024.100561.

Conference Proceedings

Pasha, J., McCurdy, K., Nemetz, F., Thompson, W., & Pasha, J. (2024, May 18-21). Improvement of takt time for mining truck wheels. IISE Annual Conference & Expo 2024. Montreal, QC (Canada).

Conference Presentation

Pasha, J., Juan, A.A.S., Anderson, K., & Pasha, J. (2024, May 18-21). State Street-Bayfront Parkway intersection: traffic flow management with simulation modeling and analysis. IISE Annual Conference & Expo 2024. Montreal, QC (Canada).

Conference Poster

Pasha, J., Nemetz, F., Thompson, W., McCurdy, K., & Pasha, J. (2024, October 20-23). Reduction of process takt time for wheels of mining trucks via simulation. 2024 INFORMS Annual Meeting. Seattle, WA (USA).

Pasha, J., Anderson, K., Juan, A.A.S., & Pasha, J. (2024, October 20-23). Traffic flow management of the State Street-Bayfront Parkway intersection with simulation modeling and analysis. 2024 INFORMS Annual Meeting. Seattle, WA (USA).

Grant

Davide Piovesan, Ph.D., D.D. Professor, Biomedical Engineering

Journal Article

Conference Proceedings

Piatt, S., Ji, X., Deemer, A., Young, S., Merlos, H., West, I., & Piovesan, D. (2024, May 7-9). Reducing vibrations experienced by an infant during air transportation [Paper and Display]. Vertical Flight Society’s 80th Annual Forum and Technology, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

Terfa, R. D., Chen, L., Ji, X., & Piovesan, D. (2024, June 10-12). Preparation of 3D printable filament using brewer’s spent grain derived poly-lactic acid nanocomposites [Abstract presented]. 8th International Conference on Theoretical and Applied Nanoscience and Nanotechnology. Chestnut Conference Centre, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada.

Terfa, R. D., Chen, L., Gacura, M., Vanderlaan, G., Ji, X., & Piovesan, D. (2024, April).

Preparation of 3D printable filament using brewer’s spent grain derived poly-lactic acid composites [Presented]. Manufacturing PA Innovation Program Expo, Harrisburg, PA.

Uwamaliya, M. G, Thomas, S., Terfa, R. D., Gacura, M., & Piovesan, D. (2024, April).

Designing a biofuel cell powered by fungi for individual use [Presentation]. Manufacturing PA Innovation Program Expo, Harrisburg, PA.

Dalvi, O., Vanderlaan, G., Piovesan, D., & Gacura, M. (2024, November). Optimizing growth rates of white rot fungi for sustainable biomaterial production [Poster presented]. Tom Ridge Science Center 20th Annual Research Symposium, Erie, PA.

Grant

PA manufacturing grant from the State of Pennsylvania: A novel 3D printing composite material for vibration elimination in aerospace ($69,328).

Patent Application

Stein, D., Desai, S., Piovesan, D., inventors. (2024) Thera Logics Inc., assignee. Muscle Strengthening Device. (United States Patent No. US 60/532,744).

Presentation

Gacura, M. D., Vanderlaan, G., & Piovesan, D. (2024, June 12). Fungal innovations: turning waste into eco-friendly biomaterials and foods. Sustainable Built-Environment with Digital Technology Conference, Gannon University, Erie PA.

Vanderlaan, G., Gacura, M., and Piovesan, D. (2024, June 11). Small is the new big: Microbial surveillance in a changing climate. Sustainable Built-Environment with Digital Technology Conference, Gannon University, Erie PA.

Shahjalal, B. M., & Piovesan, D. (2024, June 11). Carbon foam for high temperature insulation. Sustainable Built-Environment with Digital Technology Conference, Gannon University, Erie PA.

Tajmilur Rahman, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Software Engineering

Conference Proceedings

Rahman, T., & Malla, S. (2024). “Emulating Real World SE Practices in Computer Science Classrooms”. In Proceedings of Frontier in Education (FIE 2024), October 12-16, Washington DC, USA.

Rahman, T., Zhu, Y., Maha, L., Roy, C., Roy, B., & Sneider, K. (2024). “Take Loads Off Your Developers: Automated User Story Generation Using Large Language Model”. In 40th International Conference on Software Maintenance and Evolution (ICSME 2024), October 6-11, Flagstaff, AZ, USA.

Rahman, T., Shalabi, I., & Sharma, T. (2024). “Exploring Influence of Feature Toggles on Code Complexity”. In 28th International Conference on Evaluation and Assessment in Software Engineering (EASE 2024), June 18–21, 2024, Salerno, Italy.

Rahman, T., & Zhu, Y (2024). “Automated User Story Generation with Test Case Specification Using Large Language Model.” arXiv preprint arXiv:2404.01558.

Rahman, T., Singh, R., & Sultan, M. Y. (2024). “Automating Patch Set Generation from Code Review Comments Using Large Language Models”. In Conference on AI Engineering Software Engineering for AI (CAIN @ ICSE), April 14–15, 2024, Lisbon, Portugal. https://doi.org/10.1145/3644815.3644981.

Ramakrishnan Sundaram, Ph.D. Professor, Electrical and Cyber Engineering

Conference Proceedings

Maier, C. and Sundaram R. (2024, March). “Unify and Broaden STEM Outreach Activities through Simulator Interfaces for Wireless Sensor Networks,” Proceedings of the 2024 IEEE-ISEC conference, Princeton, NJ, March 9, 2024.

Yaple, H., Maier C., & Sundaram R. (2024, March). “Design of Simulator Test Interfaces for Wireless Sensor Networks,” Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE-NCS conference, Kalamazoo, MI, March 23, 2024. https://peer.asee.org/45606

Lubina B. and Sundaram R. (2024, March). “Visualizing the Invisible: Object Detection via WiFi Signal Mapping Emulation,” Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE-NCS conference, Kalamazoo, MI, March 23, 2024. https://peer.asee.org/45648

Sundaram R. (2024, October). “Integration of Hardware and Software Environments to Study Wireless Sensor Networks,” Proceedings of the 2024 FIE conference, Washington, DC, October 13-16, 2024.

Lokesh Saharan, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering

Journal Article

Saharan, M., & Saharan, L. (2024). From concept to wearable: 3D printed jewelry using FDM technology. International Journal of Fashion Design, Technology and Education, 1-12.

Conference Proceedings

Jamali, M. M., Arbabi, S., Hosseini, H., & Saharan, L. (2024). Active student engagement in STEM fields to improve retention and graduation rates. 2024 IEEE International Symposium on Circuits and Systems (ISCAS).

Narayan, M., & Saharan, L. K. (2024). Reshaping engineering technology education: Fostering critical thinking through open-ended problems in the era of generative AI. 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition.

Saharan, L., Jamali, M. M., Arbabi, S., & Hosseini, H. (2024). Impact of summer undergraduate engineering research on student performance highlighted through GPA tracking. 2024 IEEE 67th International Midwest Symposium on Circuits and Systems (MWSCAS)

Scott Steinbrink, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering

Conference Proceedings

Kasaraneni, V. K., Steinbrink, S., Zhao, L., Tiari, S., & Vernaza, K. M. (2024), Board 330: Looking Back: Alumni Assessment of Activities Offered Through NSF S-STEM Grant Paper presented at 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Portland, Oregon. 10.18260/1-2 46911.

Hamid Torab, Ph.D. Professor, Mechanical Engineering

Journal Article

Niksiar, P., Rogillio, C., Torab, H., & Tiari, S. (2024). Experimental study of a silica sand sensible heat storage system enhanced by fins. Energies, 17(21), 5402.

Conference Proceedings

Niksiar, P., Torab, H. & Tiari, S. (2024, April 21-24). Experimental analysis of a sensible heat thermal energy storage unit assisted with fins [Abstract]. 9th Thermal and Fluids Engineering Conference, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR.

Karinna Vernaza, Ph.D. Professor, Mechanical Engineering

Journal Article

Kefei Wang, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Computer and Information Science

Conference Proceedings

Wang, K. (2024), "Catalyst: Optimizing Cache Management for Large In-memory Key-value Systems", Proceedings of the 50th International Conference on Very Large Data Baes (VLDB’24) Conference, Vol. 16, No. 13, pp. 4339-4352. Guangzhou, China, August 2529, 2024.

Lei Wang, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Finance

Publication

Shin, S., Naka, A., & Wang, L. (2024). Policy uncertainty and idiosyncratic volatility on Nikkei 225 stocks. Applied economics letters, 1-8.

Xiangjing Wei, Ph.D. Associate Professor, Risk Management

Conference Presentation

Sun, F., & Wei, X. (2024, Mar 8-9). Using Cloud-based Data Analytics, and Artificial Intelligence to Evaluate the Financial Conditions of State Governments - A Case Study. American Accounting Association Government and Nonprofit Section Midyear Meeting, Norwalk, Connecticut.

McCarley, D., Wei, X., & Yang, Y. (2024, May 30-June 1). Tax Avoidance and Accounting Controversy: International Evidence. The 38th Annual Conference of the Pennsylvania Economic Association, Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania

Jinhee Yoo, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Sport Management and Marketing

Journal Article

Yoo, J., & Ohu, E. A. (2024). Virtual reality vs. TV: Comparing empathy, engagement, enjoyment, and usage intentions. International Journal of Technology, Knowledge and Society, 20(1), 35-63. https://doi.org/10.18848/1832-3669/CGP/v20i01/35-63

Yoo, J., Lee, S., & Ohu, E. A. (2024). A cross-cultural analysis of VR gaming psychological needs and motivations: A self-determination theory approach. Managing Sport and Leisure, 29(3), 392-412. https://doi.org/10.1080/23750472.2022.2046490

Conference Presentation

Brownlee, E.A., Lucarelli, J., & Yoo, J. (2024). The effects of fan identification, brand favorability and sponsor event -fit on MLB jersey patch sponsorship purchase intentions [Paper presentation]. The 2024 Pennsylvania Sports Business Conference. Indiana, PA, United States.

Yoo, J. (2024). Comparisons of TV, smartphone, and virtual reality regarding their impact on empathy, involvement, and support intentions for Paralympians [Paper presentation]. The 20th International Conference on Technology, Knowledge, and Society. Valencia, Spain.

Lin Zhao, Ph.D.

Professor, Electrical Engineering

Conference Proceedings

Longfei Zhou, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor, Industrial and Robotics Engineering

Journal Article

Zhou, L., Miller, J., Vezza, J., Mayster, M., Raffay, M., Justice, Q., Al Tamimi, Z., Hansotte, G., Sunkara, L. D., & Bernat, J. (2024). Additive manufacturing: A comprehensive review. Sensors 24, No. 9: 2668.

Zhou, L., Chen, X., Cheng, W., Qin, Z., Shen, T., Cao, P., Huang, Z., Wu, X., & Zhang, Y. (2024). Enhancing spinal MRI segmentation with an asymmetric U-Net architecture. Artificial Intelligence in Health: 3889.

Zhou, L., Pu, C., Lu, Y., Zhang, Y., Han, K., Jin, Y., Zhang, S., & Liu, K. (2024). Synthesizing human brain CT images from MRI with deep learning. International Journal of Modeling, Simulation, and Scientific Computing 15, No. 01: 2450013.

Conference Proceedings

Zhou, L. & Liu, C. S. (2024, May 20-23). Simulation of public transportation operations for infectious disease spreading among passengers. 2024 Annual Modeling and Simulation Conference (ANNSIM), pp.1-12. IEEE.

Zhou, L., Kasaraneni, V. K., Chen, L., & Abuhussein, A. (2024, July 28-30). Comprehensive analysis and assessment of an introduction to engineering and computing course. 15th Annual First-Year Engineering Experience Conference (FYEE).

Grant

College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences

Jennifer Allen Catellier, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Strategic Communication

Presentation

DiTirro, L.J. & Allen Catellier, J.R. (2024). Stealing the spotlight: Creating brand engagement through another brand’s mishap. Paper Presentation. NWPA Humanities and Social Sciences Conference, Erie, PA.

Robin S Archer, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor, Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Presentations

Archer, R. S. (2024, September 13). Rural perspectives on confidentiality in mental healthcare. [Conference presentation], 40th Annual Q Conference for the Scientific Study of Subjectivity, Kent State University, Kent, OH, United States.

Willow, R. A., Archer, R. S., & Whalen, M. A. (2024, March 16). Rural Populations and Mental Health Care: Counselor Concerns and Considerations. [Conference presentation], NBCC bridging the gap symposium: Empowering voices and expanding access, Washinton, DC, United States.

Parris J. Baker, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Social Work

Publications

Baker, P. J. (November 2024). Glaude and his ‘Masterpiece’ in Spotlight Friday. Jefferson Education Society, Erie, PA. https://www.jeserie.org/uploads/glaude%20baker.pdf

Baker, P. J. (November 2024). What happened to responsible Republicans? Jefferson Education Society. Erie PA. https://www.jeserie.org/uploads/repub%20baker.pdf

Baker, P. J. (October 2024). Protector or pimp? Jefferson Education Society. Erie, PA. https://www.jeserie.org/uploads/protector%20baker.pdf

Baker, P. J. (September 2024). Waiting to exhale. Jefferson Education Society. Erie, PA. https://www.jeserie.org/uploads/Digital%20Global%20Summit/exhale%20baker.pdf

Baker, P. J. (August 2024). Life without voice: Constitution and amendments did not change White minds or hearts. Jefferson Education Society. Erie PA. https://www.jeserie.org/uploads/baker%20life%20without.pdf

Baker, P. J. (August 2024). Life without voice: The role of voting in America’s democracy. Jefferson Education Society. Erie, PA. https://www.jeserie.org/uploads/TRUTH%20IN%20LOVE_1.pdf

Baker, P. J. (July 2024). If I were White, I’d get it. Jefferson Education Society. Erie, PA https://www.jeserie.org/uploads/TIL%20White.pdf

Baker, P. J. (July 16, 2024) More alike than different. Jefferson Education Society, Erie, PA. https://www.jeserie.org/uploads/TIL%20Alike.pdf

Baker, P. J. (July 2024). Ageism and ableism: An American obsession. Jefferson Education Society. Erie, PA. https://www.jeserie.org/uploads/TIL%20Ageism.pdf

Baker, P. J. (June 28, 2024). Never let a good crisis go to waste. Jefferson Education Society, Erie, PA. https://www.jeserie.org/uploads/TIL%20Crisis.pdf

Baker, P. J. (June 19, 2024). Juneteenth national Independence Day: What are we truly celebrating? Jefferson Education Society. Erie PA. https://www.jeserie.org/uploads/TIL%20Juneteenth.pdf

Baker, P. J. (June 7, 2024). The bridge to racial rapprochement harmonized truth. Jefferson Education Society, Erie, PA. https://www.jeserie.org/uploads/TIL%20Bridge.pdf

Baker, P. J. (April 26, 2024). Jazz improvisation and stank face. Jefferson Education Society. Erie, PA. https://www.jeserie.org/uploads/TIL%20Jazz_1.pdf

Baker, P. J. (April 10, 2024). Black woman (Inspired by Nikki Giovanni and Maya Angelou). Jefferson Education Society. Erie PA. https://www.jeserie.org/uploads/TIL%20Woman.pdf

Baker, P. J. (February 20, 2024). Cognitive conception: When men become fathers. Jefferson Education Society. Erie, PA https://www.jeserie.org/uploads/TIL%20Conception.pdf

Baker, P. J. & Porter, D. S. (February 9, 2024). Literacy, learning, and leadership: How African American males study, graduate from predominantly White institutions of higher learning. Jefferson Education Society. Erie, PA. https://www.jeserie.org/uploads/TIL%20Literacy.pdf

Baker, P. J. (January 23, 2024). Goals of White supremacy: Subvert, revise, or eliminate Black history. Jefferson Education Society. Erie, PA. https://www.jeserie.org/uploads/TIL%20White%20Supremacy.pdf

Baker, P. J. (January 16, 2024). Nonviolence or nonexistence: Themes from MLK’s “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop.” Jefferson Education Society, Erie, PA. https://www.jeserie.org/uploads/TIL%20Nonviolence_1.pdf

Baker, P. J. (January 9, 2024). Freedom fighters learned the lesson. Jefferson Education Society, Erie, PA. https://www.jeserie.org/uploads/TIL%20Freedom%20Fighters.pdf

Presentations

Baker, P. J. (December 9, 2024). Presentation Title: White Christian Nationalism isn’t Christianity at all. Presented at the Lincoln Community Center Library as part of the Jefferson Education Society Winter Season Programming. Jefferson Education Society, Fairview, PA.

Baker, P. J. (October 28, 2024). Presentation Title: Life without voice: The role of voting in America’s democracy. Virtual Presentation to the Baptist Minister’s Conference of Pittsburgh and Vicinity.

Baker, P. J. & Wiley, B. (October 11, 2024). Workshop Title: Culturally Conscious Conversations: Practical Strategies for Bridging the Diversity Chasm. Presented the 74th North American Association of Christian Social Workers Annual Convention: Beyond Borders: Compassion, Competency, and Action Dallas, Texas.

Baker, P. J., Wiley, B. & Viera, D. (August 28, 2024). Presentation Title: White Mothers Raising Biracial Children: Understanding Their Fears, Struggles and Strategies. Presentation was part of the Jefferson Education Society Summer Season Programming. Jefferson Education Society, Harborcreek, PA.

Baker, P. J. (August 26, 2024). Understanding the Rise in Christian Nationalism and the Threat It Poses. Presented at the Lincoln Community Center Library as part of the Jefferson Education Society Winter Season Programming. Jefferson Education Society, Fairview, PA.

Baker, P. J. (August 15, 2024). Presentation Title: Jim Crow, Black Families, and Black Fathers: Where We’ve Come From, Where We Are, and Where We Are Heading. Presented at the Lincoln Community Center Library as part of the Jefferson Education Society Winter Season Programming. Jefferson Education Society, Fairview, PA.

Baker, P. J. (June 10, 2024). Presentation Title: Cognitive conception: When men become fathers. Virtual Presentation to the Baptist Minister’s Conference of Pittsburgh and Vicinity.

Baker, P. J. (May 11, 2024). Presentation Title: Self-care for Professionals. Presented at the Alpha Kappa Alpha, We Help Each Other: Mental Wellness Event II. East Middle School 1001 Atkins Avenue, Erie PA.

Baker, P. J. (April 22, 2024). Presentation Title: Life without voice: The role of voting in America’s democracy. Virtual Presentation at the Baptist Minister’s Conference of Pittsburgh and Vicinity, We Shall Overcome Enrichment Conference.

Baker, P. J. (April 4, 2024). Presentation Title: Life without voice: The role of voting in America’s democracy. Presented at the Lincoln Community Center Library as part of the Jefferson Education Society Winter Season Programming. Jefferson Education Society, Fairview, PA.

Lydia Barry, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Philosophy

Publications

Barry, L. (2024). Finding the Means: Socrates in Dialogue with Simonides. Review of Metaphysics, 78(1), 3–29. https://doi.org/10.1353/rvm.2024.a936569. Winner of the 2023 Review of Metaphysics Dissertation Essay Contest

Barry, L. (2024). Ἀπορία in Action: Human Nature in Protagoras’ Great Myth. Ancient Philosophy, 44(1), 33–58. https://doi.10.5840/ancientphil2024413

Presentation

Barry, L. (2024). Comment on Joel Bock’s Aristotle on Schole as the End of Politics [Conference Presentation]. Ancient Philosophy Society, Toronto, ON, Canada.

Jeff Bloodworth, Ph.D. Professor, History

Publications

Bloodworth, J. (2024) The Obama Coalition’s Kryptonite: Ralph Stanley, Bruce Springsteen, and the White Working Class. In M. Bose and P. Fritz (Eds.) Evaluating the Obama Presidency: From Transformational Goals to Governing Realities, 33-52. Berlin, Boston: De Gruyter. https://doi.org/10.1515/9783111384108-003.

Bloodworth, J. (2024, Fall). Try That in a Bougie Bookstore: White Rural Rage and the Scapegoating of Rural America. Middle West Review, 11(1), 141-145. https://muse.jhu.edu/article/937622

Bloodworth, J. (2024, February 5). How the New Left Damaged Democrats in the 1960s and 1970s. Liberal Patriot. https://www.liberalpatriot.com/p/how-the-new-left-damageddemocrats

Bloodworth, J. (2024, February 22). For Good or Bad, Norman Lear Helped Erase Rural America from TV, The Daily Yonder

https://dailyyonder.com/commentary-for-good-or-bad-norman-lear-all-in-the-familyhelped-erase-rural-america-from-tv/2024/02/22/

Bloodworth, J. (2024, February 26). Commentary: Carl Albert Didn’t Fall for the ‘White, Rural Rage’ Stereotype. We Shouldn’t Either. The Daily Yonder https://dailyyonder.com/commentary-carl-albert-didnt-fall-for-the-white-rural-ragestereotype-we-shouldnt-either/2024/02/26/ (This was featured on Microsoft Edge as a featured article.)

Bloodworth, J. (2025, April 5). Democrats Who Are Showing Up in Rural America. The Liberal Patriot. https://www.liberalpatriot.com/p/democrats-who-are-showing-up-inrural?utm_source=post-email title&publication_id=239058&post_id=143224686&utm_campaign=email-posttitle&isFreemail=false&r=7kksb&triedRedirect=true&utm_medium=email

Bloodworth, J. (2024, April 9). Reviving the Rural Democrat. The Erie Reader. https://www.eriereader.com/article/reviving-the-rural-democrat

Bloodworth, J. (2024, May 9). Columbia Has Learnt the Wrong Lesson of 1968. The Un-Herd https://unherd.com/2024/05/columbia-has-learnt-the-wrong-lesson-of-1968/

Bloodworth, J. (2024, May 13). To Change the World, Protest Less, Study More. Real Clear Politics https://www.realclearpolitics.com/2024/04/08/democrats_who_are_showing_up_in_rural _america_621242.html

Bloodworth, J. (2024, May 15). The Democratic Abandonment of Working-Class Americans. The Erie Reader https://www.eriereader.com/article/the-democratic-abandonment-ofworkingclass-americans

Bloodworth, J. (2024, June 19). Finding Pride Through Generations The Erie Reader https://www.eriereader.com/article/finding-pride-through-generations Bloodworth, J. (2024, June 26). Rural Voters Don’t Trust Biden. The Washington Post https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/06/26/rural-democratic-vote-problem/ Bloodworth, J. (2024, July 4). What, to Momma, is the Fourth of July? The Erie Reader. https://www.eriereader.com/article/reclaiming-patriotism-in-the-trump-era-fromperformative-to-restorative Bloodworth, J. (2024, July 22). The Case for An Open Convention The Un-Herd https://unherd.com/2024/07/the-case-for-an-open-convention Bloodworth, J. (2024, August 3). The Revolt of the Rust Belt Democrats The Un-Herd https://unherd.com/2024/08/the-revolt-of-the-rust-belt/

Bloodworth, J. (2024, August 15). From the River to the Sea, We All Need Psychology. The Erie Reader. https://www.eriereader.com/article/firsthand-perspectives-from-the-israelhamaswar

Bloodworth, J. (2024, September 6). Pennsylvania is Slipping out of Trump’s Reach. The UnHerd. https://unherd.com/2024/09/pennsylvania-is-slipping-out-of-trumps-reach/

Bloodworth, J. (2024, September 9). How Democrats are making a Mistake in Rural America. The Conversation, https://theconversation.com/how-democrats-are-making-a-mistake-inrural-america-by-not-showing-up-231355 (12,172 Reads)

Bloodworth, J. (2024, September 16). As Erie County Goes. The Liberal Patriot. https://www.liberalpatriot.com/p/as-erie-county-goes LP was picked up by https://www.realclearpolitics.com/2024/09/16/victory_in_pennsylvania_runs_through_eri e_county_631699.html

Bloodworth, J. (2024, September 18). Trump & NATO Pittsburgh Post-Gazette https://www.post-gazette.com/opinion/guest-columns/2024/10/08/J.-bloodworth-trumpnato-america-first-serbia-bosnia/stories/202410080014

Bloodworth, J. (2024, September 26). Erie County: The Linchpin to a Democratic Presidency. The Erie Reader https://www.eriereader.com/article/erie-county-the-linchpin-to-ademocratic-presidency/

Bloodworth, J. (2024, September 28). The Mississippi elites who broke democracy The Democrats are suffering from Gatekeeper Syndrome. The Un-Herd. https://unherd.com/2024/09/the-mississippi-elites-who-broke-democracy

Bloodworth, J. (2024, October 15). How Trump is Tearing Erie Apart. The Un-Herd https://unherd.com/2024/10/how-trump-is-tearing-erie-apart/

Bloodworth, J. (2024, October 21). For Democrats, Opportunity Knocks. The Erie Reader. https://www.eriereader.com/article/for-democrats-opportunity-knocks

Bloodworth, J. (2024, October 23). Why Native Americans Don’t Vote. The Un-Herd. https://unherd.com/2024/10/why-native-americans-dont-vote/

Bloodworth, J. (2024, October 24) Where Does the Election Stand in Erie? Real Clear Politics. https://www.realclearpennsylvania.com/articles/2024/10/24/where_does_the_election_sta nd_in_erie_1067384.html

Bloodworth, J. (2024, November 9). What Pennsylvania’s Crumbling Infrastructure Tells Us About Building a Strong Electoral Coalition De Gruyter https://blog.degruyter.com/us-elections-2024-pennsylvanias-crumbling-infrastructurebuilding-a-successful-electoral-coalition.

Bloodworth, J. (2024, November 20). The Double-Edged Sword of Foreign Intervention. The Erie Reader https://www.eriereader.com/article/the-doubleedged-sword-of-foreignconflict-intervention

Bloodworth, J. (2024, November 25). How Mailmen Saved Rural America. The Un-Herd. https://unherd.com/2024/11/how-mailmen-saved-rural-america/

Bloodworth, J. (2024, December 18). Erie Captures the Democrats’ Challenges. Real Clear Pennsylvania https://www.realclearpennsylvania.com/articles/2024/12/18/erie_captures_the_democrats _challenges_1079459.html

Bloodworth, J. (2024, December 17). How Did This Happen? Democrats and Republicans Swap Bases. The Erie Reader https://www.eriereader.com/article/how-did-this-happendemocrats-and-republicans-swap-bases

Presentations

Bloodworth, J. (2024, June 6-8). A Moral Capitalism No More: Carl Albert & the Rural Populist Revolt [Conference Presentation]. American Political History Conference, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN

Bloodworth, J. (2024, May 30-31). Speaker Carl Albert & Rural Populism as a Political Philosophy [Conference Presentation]. The Midwestern Conference on History, Grand Valley State University, Allendale, MI

Clayton Bradshaw-Mittal, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, English

Publications

Bradshaw-Mittal, C. (2024). A Letter to Myself About Culpability. Consequence (16)1, 16–24.

Bradshaw-Mittal, C. (2024). Brandy. American Literary Review. Retrieved February 11, 2024 from https://americanliteraryreview.com/2024/03/27/clayton-bradshaw-mittal.

Bradshaw-Mittal, C. (2024). Carolina Demon Story. South Carolina Review (56)2, 107–121.

Bradshaw-Mittal, C. (2024). Duality, Projected. Hole in the Head Review . Retrieved February 11, 2024 from https://www.holeintheheadreview.com/post/clayton-bradshaw-Mittal.

Bradshaw-Mittal, C. (2024). Hope in Baseball. The Twin Bill. Retrieved February 11, 2024 from https://thetwinbill.com/hope-in-baseball

Bradshaw-Mittal, C. (2024). The Conceptual Queerness of a Polyamorous Corndog. Saints + Sinners: New Fiction from the Festival 2024, 145–159.

Bradshaw-Mittal, C. (2024). The Leaky Roof. Story, 18, 29–37.

Bradshaw-Mittal, C. (2024). The Two Things Blassie Knows. The Masters Review. Retrieved February 11, 2024 from https://mastersreview.com/winter-short-story-award-honorablemention-the-two-things-blassie-knows-by-clayton-bradshaw-mittal.

Bradshaw-Mittal, C. (2024). West Texas Ghost Story. F(r)iction, 56–63.

Presentations

Bradshaw-Mittal, C. (2024, October 16). The Writer’s Life [Guest Lecture]. Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, Texas, United States.

Bradshaw-Mittal, C. (2024, September 21). The Leaky Roof [Short Story Presentation]. 2024 Lake Erie LitFest, Erie, Pennsylvania, United States.

Bradshaw-Mittal, C. (2024, May 27). Love and Grief in the Belly of an Airplane Leaving Baghdad [Short Story Presentation]. Art Spark TX Radio Hour, Austin, Texas, United States.

Bradshaw-Mittal, C. (2024, April 3) The Two Things Blassie Knows [Featured Reading]. Quarter After Eight Visiting Writer Series, Athens, Ohio, United States.

Bradshaw-Mittal, C. (2024, March 30). The Vampire in the Timeless Closet: Connecting Closeted Queerness in Djuna Barnes’ Nightwood with the Television Series What We Do In The Shadows [Conference Paper Presentation]. Popular Culture Association 2024 National Conference, Chicago, Illinois, United States.

Bradshaw-Mittal, C. (2024, March 29). The Two Things Blassie Knows [Conference Short Story Presentation]. Popular Culture Association 2024 National Conference, Chicago, Illinois, United States.

Bradshaw-Mittal, C. (2024, February 24). The Conceptual Queerness of a Polyamorous Corndog [Conference Short Story Presentation]. 51st Louisville Conference on Literature and Culture, Louisville, Kentucky, United States.

Bradshaw-Mittal, C. (2024, February 23). San Marcos Mermaid Story [Conference Short Story Presentation]. Southwest American/Popular Association 2024 Conference, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States.

Derek DiMatteo, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, English

Publications

DiMatteo, D. (2024). ‘Of Indeterminate Blackness’: The DJ Aesthetics of Paul Beatty’s Slumberland. Contemporary Literature, 63(4), 500–526.

DiMatteo, D. (2024, Summer). “National Allegory in Teju Cole’s Open City.” European Journal of American Studies 19(2).

DiMatteo, D. (2024). Switching Hats: Professionalizing Teacher Candidates Using Book Talks. Betwixt and Between: Education for Young Adolescents, 8(1)

DiMatteo, D. (2024). “Know Thyself”: Education and Identity Fashioning in Atlanta and Dear White People. In D.C. Maus & J.J. Donahue (Eds.), Greater Atlanta: African American Satire Since Obama. University Press of Mississippi.

Presentations

DiMatteo, D. (2024, March 7-10). Dear White People, Respectability Politics, and Black Students at PWIs [Conference Presentation]. 55th NeMLA Annual Convention. Tufts University, Boston, MA.

DiMatteo, D. (2024, March 7-10). Student-Centered Discussions Using Socratic Circles [Workshop]. 55th NeMLA Annual Convention. Tufts University. Boston, MA.

Lindsey J. DiTirro, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Communication Arts

Presentation

Leighann Forbes, Ed. D.

Associate Professor, School of Education

Publication

Forbes, L. S., McGinn, K., & Poxon, L. (2024). Case study: Shifting the ownership of reform in a university from the few to the many. 2024 AERA Annual Conference Online Paper Repository. https://www.aera.net/Publications/Online-Paper-Repository/AERA-OnlinePaper-Repository

Presentations

Forbes, L. S., McGinn, K., & Poxon, L. (2024, April 14). Dismantling racial+ injustice through systems change work: A conversation about Pennsylvania’s culturally relevant and sustaining educational practices [Paper 3]. 2024 AERA Annual Conference: Dismantling Racial Injustice and Constructing Educational Possibilities: A Call to Action. Philadelphia, PA.

LaPaglia, K., & Forbes, L. S. (2024, March 2). Unleashing the magic of AI: Sparking literary adventures with prompt engineering. LitAGE Conference 2024. Erie, PA.

Robyn Gaier, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor, Philosophy & Theology

Publication

Gaier, R. (2024). Why suicide is amoral: A philosophical account. Lexington Books.

Presentations

Gaier, R. (2024, February 2). Suicide as a tragic response to suffering [Conference presentation]. Virtuous and Vicious Responses to Tragedy and Suffering: A Christopher Newport University Virtue Ethics Conference, Christopher Newport University, Newport News, VA, United States.

Gaier, R. (2024, August 11). How should ethicists treat moral injuries? [Conference presentation]. Rocky Mountain Ethics Congress, University of Colorado-Boulder, Boulder, CO, United States.

Janna Gonwa, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor, Philosophy & Theology

Publication

Gonwa, J. (June 17, 2024). The Fullness of Life: Remembering Jurgen Moltmann. Sightings

Presentations

Gonwa, J. (2024, July 8-12). Open and Relational Elements in the Work of Jurgen Moltmann [Invited talk]. ORTCON 24 [Open and Relational Theology Conference 2024], Alta, WY.

Gonwa, J., Mirsadri, S., Overbaugh, B., & Polk, N. (2024, February 24). Discussion of John B. Cobb Jr.: Writings, edited by Tripp Fuller and Andrew Schwartz [Panel discussion]. In ORTLine 24 [Open and Relational Theology Online, 2024]. Virtual proceedings.

Jessica Hartnett, Ph.D. Associate Professor, Psychology

Publication

Hartnett, J.L. (2024). Psychological Statistics for Everyone. W.W. Norton & Company.

Presentations

Hartnett, J.L. (2024, October). Stats Improv. Symposium at the Society for the Teaching of Psychology’s Annual Conference on Teaching.

Hartnett, J.L. (2024, August). What do psychology majors really need to learn in Psychological Statistics? APA Distinguished Scholar Lectures for Teaching. Annual meeting of the American Psychological Association, Seattle, WA.

Hartnett, J.L. (2024, August). Psychological Statistics for Everyone. Invited lecture at the W.W. Norton & Company National Sales Meeting, Montreal City, QC.

Hartnett, J.L. (2024, February). Beyond the Second Chapter: How to Include More Statistics in your Social Psychology course. Invited keynote at the teaching pre-conference at the annual meeting of the Society for Personality and Social Psychology, San Diego, CA.

Greylyn Hydinger, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Philosophy & Theology

Publication

Hydinger, G. (2024). Śaṅkara, Tillich, and Abhinavagupta’s Use of “God” as a Peircean Index to the Ground of Being and Depths of Nature. American Journal of Theology and Philosophy, 45(2), 60–83.

Presentations

Hydinger, G. (2024, November 22). Robert Neville’s Transformation of Tillich’s System of Categories through Comparison in Strange, Surprising, Sure [Conference presentation]. 2024 Annual Meeting of the North American Paul Tillich Society in Conjunction with the American Academy of Religion, San Diego, CA, United States.

Hydinger, G. (2024, June 19). Naturalistic Theories of Learning and Inquiry in Comparative Perspective [Conference presentation]. 2024 IARPT (Institute for American Religious and Philosophical Thought) Conference, Community Congregational Church of Manitou Springs, Manitou Springs, CO, United States

Mark Jubulis,

Ph.D. Associate Professor, Political Science

Presentation

Mark A. Jubulis, “The Literary Power of Newman’s Rhetoric: A Reflection of the Philosophical Mind at Work,” presented at the annual conference of the Saint John Henry Newman Association of America, The University of Dallas, Dallas, TX, July 26, 2024.

Translations

Martha Kosir, Ph.D.

Professor, Global Languages and Cultures

Kosir, M. (2024). Translation into English of a selection of poetry by Katja Gorečan: “Hana,” “Hana and her period,” “Hana and poetry.” Solstice https://solsticelitmag.org/content/trpljenje-mlade-hane-the-sufferings-of-young-hana2012/

Kosir, M. (2024, May 14). Translation and introduction to a selection of poems by Alja Adam: “Haunted house,” “Double,” “Old lady,” “Ordinary things.” The American Literary Translators Division Blog. https://www.ata-divisions.org/LD/2024/05/14/the-poetry-ofalja-adam-slovenia/

Presentations

Kosir, M. (2024, October 25–28). Whose voices do I want to inhabit? Panel presentation at ALTA 47: Voices in Translation, The American Literary Translators Association 47th Annual Conference, Milwaukee, WI.

Kosir, M., & Adam, A. (2024, June 19). On translation and poetry. Oton Zupancic City Library, Ljubljana, Slovenia.

Kosir, M. (2024, March 22). Joint presentation on the Fulbright Program (work as mentor and supervisor). Presentation at the NWPA Humanities and Social Sciences Conference. Gannon University, Erie, PA.

Kyle LaPaglia, Ed. D. Assistant Professor, School of Education

Presentations

LaPaglia, K. (2024, March 22). Preservice teacher dispositions: A case study of changes during a teacher preparation program. Paper presented at the meeting of the Northwest Pennsylvania Humanities and Social Sciences Conference, Erie, PA.

LaPaglia, K., & Forbes, L. S. (2024, March 2). Unleashing the magic of AI: Sparking literary adventures with prompt engineering. LitAGE Conference 2024. Erie, PA.

Sara Lichtenwalter, LSW, Ph.D. Associate Professor, Social Work

Presentations

Lichtenwalter, S. (2024). Communities Confront Hunger: Charity vs Justice. Partners for Campus-Community Engagement Annual Conference: Beyond the Classroom-Deepening Campus Community Partnerships. May 31, 2024. Erie PA

Lichtenwalter, S. & Tulli, A. (2024). Pro-Life Social Work: Connecting, Collaborating & Uncompromising. Catholic Social Workers Student Connection. Invited Speakers. April 22, 2024. Virtual Presentation. (SW student Alyssa Tulli)

Thompson, B. & Lichtenwalter, S. (2024). Food Deserts: A Killer in The Making. Northwestern Pennsylvania Humanities and Social Sciences Conference. March 22, 2024, Erie PA (student Billy Thompson)

Sarah Livick-Moses, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor, Philosophy & Theology

Publication

Livick-Moses, S. (2024). The kenotic iconicity of Sergii Bulgakov’s divine-humanity: A feminist retrieval. In B. Hallensleben, R. M. Zwahlen, A. Papanikolaou, & P. Kalaitzidis (Eds.), Building the house of wisdom: Sergii Bulgakov and contemporary theology New approaches and interpretations (pp. 91-105). Aschendorff Verlag.

Julia Mack, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice

Publication

Clark, D., Mack, J., & McCurdy, K. (2024). Can Equine Assisted Learning Course Improve Emotional Intelligence in Undergraduate Students. People and Animals: The International Journal of Research and Practice, 7(1). https://doi.org/10.62845/k5ukaxb

Christopher N. Magno, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Criminal Justice

Publications

Magno, C. N. (2024). Criminal populism: crime as political capital in the Philippines and the United States. International Journal of Comparative and Applied Criminal Justice, 1–19. https://doi.org/10.1080/01924036.2024.2407535

Magno, C., Snowden, A., & Udoko, P. (2024). Before the pandemic: Social services and the role of socioeconomic indicators in Erie's domestic violence. Violence and Victims. https://connect.springerpub.com/content/sgrvv.

Presentations

Magno, C. N. (2024, December 5–7). Enhancing crime data integrity: Introducing the Philippine Uniform Crime Reporting System (PUCRS). Paper presented at the 2024 Philippine Society for Public Administration (PSPA) International Conference, "Exploring New Governance Approaches for Sustainability and Administrative Resilience," Roy’s Hotel and Convention Center, Bacolod City, Negros Occidental, Philippines.

Magno, C. & Garcia D. (2024). Mapping the contagion: The spatial spread of extrajudicial killings in the Philippines. Paper presented at the 15th Annual Conference of the Asian Criminological Society, Midas Hotel, Manila, Philippines.

Magno, C. (2024). Crime and politics: The rise of criminal populist leaders. Paper presented at the 15th Annual Conference of the Asian Criminological Society, Midas Hotel, Manila, Philippines.

Magno, C. (2024, May 31). The power of data in solving community problems: Service-learning strategies and outcomes. Paper presented at the Academic Community Engagement Conference: Beyond the Classroom: Deepening Campus Community Partnerships, Waldron Campus Center, Gannon University.

Magno, C. (2024, June 11-12). Datus: Data for comprehensive and transformative understanding of society. Paper presented at the Sustainable Built-Environment with Digital Technology Conference, Waldron Campus Center, Gannon University, Erie, PA.

Grants

Magno, C. (Principal Investigator). (2024, August). Safe Route to School Project [Grant]. Awarded by United Way. Total amount: $49,554.00.

Suzanne Richard, Ph.D. Professor, PSGA/History and Archaeology

Publications

Richard, S., Long, J. C, Jr., D’Andrea, M., and Deady, T. (2024). Khirbat Iskandar. In P. P. Creasman, J. D. M. Green, and C. Shelton (Eds.). Archaeology in Jordan 4: 2022-2023 Seasons 107-109. Amman: ACOR.

Richard, S. (2024). Redefining Collapse in the Early Bronze Age: New Evidence for Societal Recovery, Resilience, and Transformation at Khirbat Iskandar, Jordan. 2024. Proceedings of the Workshop, Interdisciplinary Approaches to Collapse, Resilience, and Resistance in the Ancient Near East. The Journal of Ancient Near Eastern History (JANEH) 10, 105142. https://doi.org/10.1515/janeh-2022-0011

Richard, S., D’Andrea, M., Long, J. C. Jr., and Sciorilli, F. (2024). Emergency Actions for the Documentation, Stabilization, and Consolidation of the Early Bronze Age Fortifications at Khirbat Iskandar, Jordan. Risk Analysis and Preservation Strategies of Architectural Heritage Special Issue. Heritage 7(4), 2088-2177 https://doi.org/10.3390/heritage7040099

Richard, S. (2024). The Early Bronze Age IV Cultic Complex at Khirbat Iskandar. American Center of Overseas Research (ACOR INSIGHTS) https://publications.acorjordan.org/2024/04/14/richard-eb-iv-cultic-complex-khirbatiskandar.

Richard, S., D’Andrea, M., (2023/2024). Missione Archelogica a Khirbat Iskandar, Giordania:Risultati recenti e obiettivi future. In Scienze dell’Antichitá 29(3), 95-106. (Proceedings of the EVOA conference). Roma: Edizioni Quasar.

Presentations

Richard, S. (2024, March 5). The Early Bronze Age IV Cultic Area at Khirbat Iskandar. Council of American Overseas Research Centers Lecture at the American Center of Overseas Research, Amman, Jordan.

Richard, S. (2024, November). Narratives, Exhibits, and Panels: Resistance and Cult at Khirbat Iskandar [Conference Presentation]. American Society of Overseas Research Annual Conference, Boston, MA

Richard, S. (2024, November). Cult and Ritual in the Rural Agrarian Sites of EB IV: The Khirbat Iskandar Sacred Complex. Preserving the Cultural Heritage of the Madaba Region of Jordan Workshop [Conference Presentation]. American Society of Overseas Research Annual Conference, Boston, MA.

Richard, S., Clark, D.R., Polcaro, A., D’Andrea, M., Mahamid, B. (2024, November). Preserving the Cultural Heritage of the Madaba Region of Jordan: Introduction [Conference Presentation]. American Society of Overseas Research Annual Conference, Boston, MA.

Awards/Grants

Council of American Overseas Research Centers (CAORC) Fellowship in residence at American Center of Research (ACOR), Amman, Jordan January-March 2024. $18,600.

MRAMP Partnership Development Inventory Grant from the U.S. Embassy Amman/American Center of Research (ACOR); December 2023-2025. $20,000. (Suzanne Richard and Douglas R. Clark)

Luke Rosielle, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Psychology

Kang, G., & Rosielle, L (2024). Unveiling giant basil cell cancer: Insights from a half-century systematic review. Poster presented at the Annual Regional Science Consortium. Erie, PA.

Anjali Sahay, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Political Science, PSGA

Presentations

Sahay, Anjali. Mass Migration to the United States: Current Trends in Undocumented Migrants at the US Southern Border. 6th Canadian International Conference on Humanities & Social Sciences, Toronto, Canada, June 15 – 16, 2024

Sahay, Anjali. Political lobbying by Indian Diaspora in the United States. Annual NWPA Humanities and Social Sciences Conference, Gannon University, Erie, March 22, 2024

Sahay, Anjali. Fulbright Opportunities: Workshop Presentation. Annual NWPA Humanities and Social Sciences Conference, Gannon University, Erie, March 22, 2024

Katie Waddell, Ed.D. Assistant Professor, School of Education

Publication

Hock, M., & Waddell, K. J. (2024). Elevating elementary math instruction. Educational Leadership, 82(2). https://www.ascd.org/el/articles/elevating-elementary-math-instruction

Presentations

Waddell, K. J. (2024, September 25-28). A tale of two kindergarten teachers: Examining mathematics instructional quality and curriculum use. [Scholarly Paper]. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Research Conference, Chicago, IL.

Waddell, K. J. & Parten, H. (2024, September 25-28). Unpacking word problems: Using metacognitive modeling to support student sense-making. [Session] National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL.

Waddell. K. J. & Karns, S. (2024, September 25) Improving the quality of elementary mathematics instruction through the strategic adoption and implementation of highquality mathematics curriculum. [Session] National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL.

Thomas, C. & Waddell, K. J. (2024, February 8-10). Using simulations as approximations to build equitable mathematics discourse practices with elementary teacher candidates. [Report]. Annual Association of Mathematics Teacher Educators Conference, Orlando, FL.

Rebecca A. Willow, Ed.D., LPC, NCC Associate Professor, Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Presentations

Willow, R.A. & Archer, R.S. (2024, October 26). Mental health care considerations for rural populations. [Educational session]. Pennsylvania Counseling Association conference, Harrisburg, PA.

Willow, R.A. (2024, March 22). CRT: What’s the deal and Why I Teach it?: [Panel presentation]. NWPA Humanities and Social Sciences conference, Erie, PA.

Willow, R.A, Archer, R.S. & Whalen, M.A. (2024, March 16). Rural Populations and Mental Health Care: Counselor Concerns and Considerations. [Educational session]. National Board for Certified Counselors-Foundation Symposium, Washington, D.C.

Megan B. Woller, Ph.D.

Associate

Professor, Fine Arts

Publications

Woller, M. (2024). Reaction to Intention: Developing Hybrid Honors Courses in the Wake of the Pandemic. In e. Victoria Bryan and Cat Stanfield, Honors Online: Teaching, Learning, and Building Community Virtually in Honors Education (pp. 97-116). Lincoln: National Collegiate Honors Council.

Woller, M. (2024). Review of A Fine Romance: Adapting Broadway to Hollywood in the Studio Era by G. Block. Notes, 489-91.

Mengzhong

Zhang, Ph.D.

Professor, Public Administration

Publications

Qi, T., & Zhang, M. (2024). Exploring the Stressors and Coping Mechanisms of Chinese University Instructors Amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic. Journal of Higher Education Theory and Practice, 24(10), 36-53 https://doi.org/10.33423/jhetp.v24i10.7307

Zhang, M., & Bhattacharjee, B. (2024). Evaluating The Impact of E-Governance on Public Service Delivery: A Case Study of Bangladesh. Malaysian Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities (MJSSH), 9, (9): e002960

DOI: https://doi.org/10.47405/mjssh.v9i9.2960 https://www.msocialsciences.com/index.php/mjssh/article/view/2960

Zhang, M., & Sahli, A. (2024). Social media’s role in public administration. Journal of Infrastructure, Policy and Development, 8(10): 6472. https://doi.org/10.24294/jipd.v8ix.6472 https://systems.enpresspublisher.com/index.php/jipd/article/view/6472

Zhang M, & Kaur M. (2024). Toward a theory of e-government: Challenges and opportunities, a literature review. Journal of Infrastructure, Policy and Development. 8(10): 7707. https://doi.org/10.24294/jipd.v8i10.7707 https://systems.enpresspublisher.com/index.php/jipd/article/view/7707

Zhang, M., & Devi, S. (2024). Toward a Theory of Motivation and Performance for Organizational Employees: A Case Study of a Walmart Store in the USA. Public Administration Research, 13 (2): 9-28 doi:10.5539/par.v13n2p9

Tagoe, H., & Zhang, M. (2024). Social Media’s Influence on Public Administration. International Journal of Social Science and Economics Invention, 10 (3): 12-26 https://doi.org/10.23958/ijssei/vol10-i03/368

Alqahtani1, M., & Zhang, M. (2024). Impact of Income Support Programs on Health Equity among the African American Population in Buffalo, New York. ISAR Journal of Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2 (7): 18-38.

Zhang, M., & Sapiev, A. (2024). Review of the Factors Leading to Corruption in Russia International Journal of Law and Politics Studies, 6(3): 145-163 DOI: 10.32996/ijlps.2024.6.3.13

Zhang M, & Shahid R. (2024). Enlightening Bangladesh: Navigating power sector challenges through PPP excellence. Journal of Infrastructure, Policy and Development, 8(3): 2529. https://doi.org/10.24294/jipd.v8i3.2529

Morosky College of Health Professions and Sciences

Heather Adams, MPAS, PA-C Associate Professor, Physician Assistant Program – Erie

Publications

Adams H, Danko J. (2024) Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant: A Review for Primary Care Providers. Clinical Advisor. Available at: https://www.clinicaladvisor.com/features/hematopoietic-cell-transplant-hct/

Cowell A, Adams H. (2024) Hidradenitis Suppurativa. Artemis.. Available at: https://apaog.org/Articles-and-Issues

Presentations

Adams, H. (2024) Contraception Update. PSPA 49th Annual CME Conference, in-person conference presentation. Erie, PA

Invited Presentations/Workshops

Adams H. (2024) Heart Sounds Workshop. PSPA 49th Annual CME Conference, live interactive workshop. Erie, PA.

Carol Amann, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Villa Maria School of Nursing

Presentations

Amann, C. A. (2024). Improving nutrition for our older adult population: An ethnographical study. 20th Annual International Congress of Qualitative Inquiry. May 2024, University of Illinois, Champaign/Urbana, IL

Amann, C. A, (2024). Nursing and health policy: Advocating for political and organizational change. 2024 Research Day: Pennsylvania State University. March 2024, University Park, PA

Amy Brzuz, OTD, OTR/L Associate Professor and Chair, Occupational Therapy Program – Erie

Publications

Brzuz, A. L., Hawkins-Pokabla, J. M., & Prier, D. (2024). Variables Impacting First Time Pass Rates of MSOT Students. Journal of Occupational Therapy Education, 8 (4). Retrieved from https://encompass.eku.edu/jote/vol8/iss4/11

Probst, K., Brzuz, A. L., & Wallace, G. (2024). OT/OTA Student Intraprofessional Collaboration: A Multi-University Remote Design. Journal of Occupational Therapy Education, 8 (4). Retrieved from https://encompass.eku.edu/jote/vol8/iss4/1

Bell, D., & Brzuz, A. (2024). Core values and ethical implications. In VanWye, W. & Lunsford, D. (Eds.). Health system management and policy, 1st Edition. (pp. 73-88). Elsevier.

Gustafson, B. & Brzuz A.L. (2024). Graduate perspectives on a multi-session, experiential interprofessional education activity designed to develop core competencies in interprofessional collaboration. The Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice, 22; 22(2), Article 21.

Blair Carsone, Ph.D., OTR/L

Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program – Ruskin Program Director, Post-Professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program

Publications

** Alexander, E. B., & Carsone, B. (2024). Equine-assisted therapy pilot program: A postparticipation study of client satisfaction. HETI Journal, 23(1), 23-31.

**Bell, J., & Carsone, B. (2024). Hearing loss interventions for occupational therapy practitioners: A scoping review. Occupational Therapy in Health Care, 1-28.

**Carsone, B., Bell, J., & Grisham, M. (2024). Academic resilience perceptions of graduate students and graduate professors. Journal of Academic Perspectives, 2024(2), 116-123.

**Carsone, B., Bell, J., & Smith, B. (2024). Fostering academic resilience in higher education. Journal of Perspectives in Applied Academic Practice, 12(1), 68-75.

Carsone, B., & Smith, B. (2024). Solutions to children’s sensory-based feeding difficulties: Development of an assessment. Journal of Educational Research on Children, Parents, and Teachers, 5(2), 163-181.

Carsone, B., & Smith, B. (2024). Validity of the environment, attitudes, temperament, and sensory feeding assessment for effectively addressing sensory-based feeding. IOSR Journal of Nursing and Health Science, 13(6), 40-43.

** Kane, T., & Carsone, B. (2024). Occupational therapist practitioners’ perceptions of continuing education for neurorehabilitation: A qualitative study. Research in Education and Rehabilitation, 7(1), 31-44.

* Carsone, B., Dishman, K., & Bender, J. (2024). Health settings: School and special education. In R. VanWye & D. Lunsford (Eds.), Health system management and leadership for physical and occupational therapists (pp. 298-310). Elsevier.

* Carsone, B., & Ulrich, J. (2024). Health settings: Outpatient setting. In R. VanWye & D. Lunsford (Eds.), Health system management and leadership for physical and occupational therapists (pp. 251-266). Elsevier.

Presentations

*** Carsone, B., Lenhardt, R., Fulton, O., Horsfall, I., & Mullins, L. (2024, September 24). International service learning experience for graduate healthcare students to develop interdisciplinary competencies [Conference speaker presentation]. Nexus Summit 2024, Virtual, United States.

Carsone, B., & Smith, B. (2024, April 25). Discriminant validity of the environment, attitudes, temperament, sensory (EATS) feeding assessment [Conference speaker presentation]. Feeding Matters Conference, Phoenix, AZ, United States.

*** Dishman, K., Hardman, L. J., Bell, J., Fulton, O., & Carsone, B. (2024, October 23). Perceptions of occupational therapy practitioners on assistive technology education [Conference speaker presentation]. Closing The Gap Conference, Minneapolis, MN, United States.

* With Gannon Faculty

** With Gannon Student

Jennifer Castelli, OTD, OTR/CHT

Associate Professor and Academic Fieldwork Coordinator, Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program – Ruskin

Publications

Castelli, J., DeRosa, C., & Windsor, B. (2024). Starting a business and entrepreneurship. In W. VanWye & D. Lunsford (Eds.), Health System Management and Leadership for Physical and Occupational Therapists (pp. 228-249). Elsevier.

Presentations

FOTA – Florida State Annual Conference

Zemina, C., Castelli. J., Bullard, A. (2025, January). Occupational Therapy and Cognitive Assessments: I don’t remember! Conversations that matter. Florida Occupational Therapy Association annual conference, [Clearwater, FL].

Castelli, J., Gonzalez, L., & Kasyan-Howe, P (2025, January). Fieldwork Excellence: ACOTE Standards Review. Exploring fieldwork objectives to address mental health, behavioral health, or psychosocial aspects. Conversations that matter. Florida Occupational Therapy Association annual conference, [Clearwater, FL].

Publication

Lindsey Church, OTD, OTR/L

Assistant Professor and Academic Fieldwork Coordinator

Occupational Therapy Program – Erie

Starns, E.A., Wehler, R., Church, L.A., & Kubiak, S. (2024). Breaking barriers and building confidence: Interprofessional education's impact on allied health students' competence and self-efficacy in addressing exercise accessibility for people with disabilities. Journal of Sports Medicine and Allied Health Sciences: Official Journal of the Ohio Athletic Trainers Association, 9(3), Article 3. 1-12. https://scholarworks.bgsu.edu/jsmahs/vol9/iss3/3

Presentations

Kubiak, S., Wehler, R., Starns, E., Rappold, J., Church, L.& Green, I. (2024, April 22-24). Bridging the exercise accessibility gap: Exploring future fitness and health professional’s interest in careers within adapted fitness environments [Poster presentation]. Move United Education Conference 2024. Phoenix, Arizona, United States.

Hawkins-Pokabla, J. & Church, L. (2024, May 31). The little knights clinic and community partnerships [Conference Presentation]. Beyond the Classroom: Deepening Campus Partnerships, Erie, PA, United States.

Church, L. & Gavacs, M. (2024, September 28). Licensure and certification renewal for the OT practitioner [Conference presentation]. 2024 Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Association Conference, Erie, PA, United States.

Nicholas Conklin, Ph.D. Professor and Chair, Physics Department

Grant

Design and Construction of a Radiation Sensing Payload and Balloon Launch to Study the Effects of Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs) during Solar Maximum on the Earth's Magnetosphere, National Eclipse Ballooning Project, Co-Investigator, $9,550 (awarded December 2024)

Presentations

Dickinson, Z.; Jacobs, H.; Jones, S; Chu, D.; Yaple, H.; Snowdy, A.; McLain, Z.; Conklin, N.; Lee, W., “Engineering Experiences and Lessons Learned from 2023 Annular Eclipse Ballooning,” ASEE North Central Section Conference. March 2024, Kalamazoo, MI

Jones, S; Dickinson, Z.; Snowdy, A.; Conklin, N.; Lee, W., “Development of a VHF/UHFBand Video-Streaming Payload for Near-Space Operation and Lessons Learned,” ASEE North Central Section Conference. March 2024, Kalamazoo, MI

Aoh, Q.; Conklin, N.; Ellwood, K.; Hopkins, Z.; Ligo, R.; Nogaj, L. “Fostering Connections for Inclusive Excellence.” Howard Hughes Medical Institute IE3 LCC1 Annual Meeting Poster Presentation. July 2024, San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Aoh, Q.; Conklin, N.; Ellwood, K.; Hopkins, Z.; Ligo, R.; Nogaj, L. “Fostering Connections for Inclusive Excellence.” Cell Bio 2024. December 2024, San Diego, CA.

Prasad S. Dalvi, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Biology Department

Publications

Konieczko E.M., Dalvi P.S., & Mattinson C.E. (2024). Gannon University Human Gross Anatomy Lab Dissector (11th Ed.). Erie: Gannon University Press.

Kelly O, Sullivan J, Carris N, Geci S, Martinez A, Liashenko V, Colvin J, Misko E, Vanderlaan G, Liu H, Dalvi PS (2024) The impact of diabetes mellitus on the development of psychiatric and neurological disorders. Brain Disorders 14: p. 100135

Presentations

Molly Sawyer, Varvara Liashenko, Emily Misko, Praveer Singh, Domenic Pearson, Gabriel Hollenbeck, Andrew Burton, Gary Vanderlaan, He Liu and Prasad Dalvi (2024) Review on Diabetes and Obesity Treatments. The 99th Annual Meeting of the Pennsylvania Academy of Science (PAS) held at Messiah University, 2024 BBB NE-3 District Convention held at Gannon University, 32nd Annual Penn State Behrend-Sigma Xi Undergraduate Student Research and Creative Accomplishment Conference, Erie, PA, and BBB National Convention 2024 held at Columbus State University, Columbus, Georgia, GA.

Athena Martinez, Varvara Y Liashenko, Emily G Misko, Nicole R Warner, Samantha Geci, Jillian N Sullivan, Hunter Sorenson, Olivia Kelly, Prasad S. Dalvi (2024) Characterization of a glioblastoma cell line to establish a representative model of Glioblastoma Multiforme for development of immunotherapeutic targets. Annual Meeting of the British Society for Neuroendocrinology, Aberdeen, UK.

Angelina Carbo, Praveer Singh, He Liu, and Prasad Dalvi (2024) Early-onset Alzheimer’s Disease Among Youth. 20th Annual Regional Science Consortium Research Symposium, Erie.

Andrew D. Burton, Matthew C. Nichilo, He Liu, Prasad S. Dalvi (2024) Pharmaceutical Intervention on the Obesity Crisis: From Origins to Innovation. 20th Annual Regional Science Consortium Research Symposium, Erie.

Morgan E. Schmitt, Prasad Dalvi, Elisa Konieczko (2024) Anatomical art: a series of cadaver images 20th Annual Regional Science Consortium Research Symposium, Erie.

Mia Ambuski, Nikolas Guerierro, Karley Lewis, Devin Williams, Christine Saber, Gary Vanderlaan, Prasad Dalvi (2024) To Kill an ancient killer: Synthesizing a putative antimycobacterial drug. The 267th American Chemical Society National Meeting, New Orleans, LA.

Bonnie Decker, EdD, OTR/L, FAOTA

Associate Professor, Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program – Ruskin

Publication

Bell, J., Decker, B. R., Eichmann, A., Palkovich, C., & Reji, C. (2024). Effectiveness of virtual reality on upper extremity motor performance in children with cerebral palsy: A systematic review. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 78(2). Doi: http://dx.doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2024.050374

Karen Dishman, OTD, OTR, ATP

Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program - Ruskin

Presentations

Dishman, K., Hardman, L., Carson, B., Bell, J., & Fulton, O. (2024, October 23). Perceptions of Occupational Therapy Practitioners on Assistive Technology Education [Conference presentation]. 2024 Closing the Gap Conference, Minneapolis, MN.

Dishman, K., Hardman, L., Carson, B., Bell, J., & Fulton, O. (2024, March 22). Perceptions of Occupational Therapy and Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioners on Assistive Technology Education [Poster presentation]. American Occupational Therapy Association Inspire Conference 2024, Orlando, FL.

Myers, B., & Dishman, K. (2024, March 22). State Assistive Technology Programs: Exploring Best Practices [Poster presentation]. American Occupational Therapy Association Inspire Conference 2024, Orlando, FL.

Dishman, K., & Rutkowski, M. (2024, March 21). Assistive Technology Makers: Occupational Therapy and Engineering Make a Great Team [Technology Session]. American Occupational Therapy Association Inspire Conference 2024, Orlando, FL.

Alman, B., & Dishman, K. (2024, January 26). Assistive Technology for Instrumental Activities of Daily Life in Traumatic Brain Injury [Poster presentation]. Assistive Technology Industry Association Conference 2024, Orlando, FL.

Publications

Dishman, K., Carson, B., & Bender, J. (2024). Health settings: School and Special Education. In W. R.

Vanwye & D. Lunsford (Eds.), Health system management and leadership (pp. 298-310). Elseiver.

Brittney Franley, MSHC, PA-C

Assistant Professor, Physician Assistant Program – Erie

Franley, B. (2024, October 24). Dribble, Dribble, Shoot…I Missed the Toilet [Diagnosis and Medical Management of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia]. The Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 49th Annual fall Conference. Erie, PA.

Matthew Gacura, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor, Biology Department

Presentations

Gacura, M.D., Vanderlaan, G., and Piovesan, D. 2024. Fungal Innovations: Turning Waste into Eco-Friendly Biomaterials and Foods. Presented at the Sustainable Built-Environment with Digital Technology Conference at Gannon University, Erie PA. on June 12th, 2024. Personally invited by Dr. Davide Piovesan.

Vanderlaan, G., Gacura, M., and Piovesan, D. 2024. Small is the New Big: Microbial Surveillance in a Changing Climate. Presented at the Sustainable Built-Environment with Digital Technology Conference at Gannon University, Erie PA. on June 11th, 2024. Personally invited by Dr. Davide Piovesan.

Vanderlaan, G., Gacura, M., Devine, N., and Conklin, N. 2024. Sampling life in the air How Collaborations Can Drive Science. Presented at the Problem-Solving Hack-aThon at Tom Ridge Environmental Center, Erie PA. in January 2024. Personally invited by Hailey Dahl, Education and Outreach Manager, Regional Science Consortium.

Marsh, M.*, Vanderlaan, G., and Gacura, M. (2024, November). Exploring Microbial Eradication using HELIOS: Implications of an Ultraviolet Light Chamber in a Microbiology Classroom. Poster presented at the Tom Ridge Science Center 20th Annual Research Symposium.

Dalvi, O.*, Vanderlaan, G., Piovesan, D., and Gacura, M. (2024, November). Optimizing Growth Rates of White Rot Fungi for Sustainable Biomaterial Production. Poster presented at the Tom Ridge Science Center 20th Annual Research Symposium.

Murlin, B.*, Vanderlaan, G., Dempsey, C., and Gacura, M. (2024, November). Contrasting Bacterial Community Structures in Urban vs. Rural Streams of Erie, PA. Poster presented at the Tom Ridge Science Center 20th Annual Research Symposium.

Miller, H.*, Haener, O., Piovesan, D., Vanderlaan, G., and Gacura, M. (2024,March & April).

Optimization of Growth Conditions for Pleurotus ostreatus for Production of Mushrooms and Biomaterials. Poster presented at the Annual Tri-Beta Research Conference at Gannon University in March and Sigma Xi Research Conference at Penn State Behrend in April.

Uwamaliya, M.G.*, Thomas, S., Terfa, R.D., Gacura, M., and Piovesan, D. (2024, April).

Designing a Biofuel Cell Powered by Fungi for Individual Use. Poster presented at the Manufacturing PA Innovation Program Expo at Harrisburg and Celebrate Gannon Research Conference.

Murlin, B.*, Dempsey, C., Vanderlaan, G., and Gacura, M. (2024, March & April). The Impact of Urbanization on Stream Microbial Communities Located Near Erie, PA. Poster presented at the annual Tri-Beta Research Conference at Gannon University in March, Sigma Xi Research Conference at Penn State Behrend in April 2024 and Celebrate Gannon April.

Terfa, R.D.*, Chen, L., Gacura, M., Vanderlaan, G., Ji, X., and Piovesan, D. (2024, April).

Preparation of 3D Printable Filament Using Brewer’s Spent Grain Derived PolyLactic Acid Composites. Poster presented at the Manufacturing PA Innovation Program Expo at Harrisburg, PA in April.

Publications

Sawyer, M.E., Rahama, A., Gaetjens, Z.E., Total, C.R., Burton, A.D., Gacura, M.D., Ligo, R.G., Yeshion, T., and Vanderlaan, G. (2024). The Risk of Conflating Child Neglect with Viral-Induced Haploinsufficiency. Annals of Applied Microbiology & Technology Journal 5: 15.

Marsh, M., Vanderlaan, G., & Gacura, M. D. (2024). The Microbial Art Plate: STEAMing through Aseptic Technique with a Proper MAP. American J Sci Edu Re: AJSER200.

Terfa, R. D., Patel, P. N., Kim, H. D., Gacura, M. D., Vanderlaan, G., Chen, L., ... & Piovesan, D. (2024). Harnessing Brewery Spent Grain for Polyhydroxyalkanoate Production. Macromol, 4(3), 448-461.

Gacura, M. D., Zak, D. R., & Blackwood, C. B. (2024). From individual leaves to forest stands: importance of niche, distance decay, and stochasticity vary by ecosystem type and

functional group for fungal community composition. FEMS Microbiology Ecology, 100(3), fiae016.

Vakati, S. R., Vanderlaan, G., Gacura, M. D., Ji, X., Chen, L., & Piovesan, D. (2024). Synthesis of Poly-Lactic Acid by Ring Open Polymerization from Beer Spent Grain for Drug Delivery. Polymers , 16(4), 483.

*Student Presentations

Carolyn Galleher, PT, DHS

Associate Professor and Chair, Doctor of Physical Therapy Program – Erie

Publication

Galleher C, Salem E, Stewart J. (2024) Utilization of the AOPT 2012 Low back Pain Clinical Practice Guidelines and the 2021 Low Back Pain Clinical Practice Guidelines Revision Orthopedic Physical Therapy Practice,36(2) 33 -39.

Melissa Goodman, DPT

Associate Teaching Professor, Doctor of Physical Therapy Program – Ruskin

Presentation

Lenhardt, R., Goodman, M., Lunsford, D., & Caswell, T. (2024, March 29). A TBI case based interprofessional study for OTD, DPT, and SLP graduate students [Poster presentation]. North American Brain Injury Society’s 17th Annual Conference on Brain Injury, Las Vegas, NV, USA. https://abi2024.org/

Ashley Greenthaner, DPT

Assistant Teaching Professor, Doctor of Physical Therapy Program - Erie

Presentation

Mokris, R., Greenthaner, A. R., & Lasky-McFarlin, C. E. (2024, February). Using standardized patients in interprofessional education to promote cultural awareness [Poster presentation]. American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting, Boston, MA.

Kristen Grippe, MPAS, PA-C

Associate Professor and Program Director, Physician Assistant Program – Erie

Publication

Grippe, K., Altmire, A. (2024). An overview of bullous pemphigoid. Journal of Dermatology for Physician Assistants, 18(4), 6-12. doi: 10.1097/jdpa.0000000000000033

Beth Gustafson, DHSc, PT, MS, Ed. Assistant Professor, Doctor of Physical Therapy Program – Erie

Publication

Gustafson, B., & Brzuz, A. L. (2024). Graduate Perspectives on a Multi-Session, Experiential Interprofessional Education Activity Designed to Develop Core Competencies in Interprofessional Collaboration. Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences & Practice, 22(2), 1–15.

Julia Hawkins-Pokabla, OTD, OTR/L Associate Professor, Occupational Therapy Department – Erie

Publications

Brzuz, A. L., Hawkins-Pokabla, J. M., & Prier, D. (2024). Variables impacting first time pass rates of MSOT students. Journal of Occupational Therapy Education, 8(4), 125. https://doi.org/10.26681/ jote.2024.080411

Hawkins-Pokabla, J & Garber, M. (2024). Communication with clients and providers. In VanWye, R., Lunsford, D (Eds)., Health System Management and Leadership for physical and occupational therapists (1st ed., pp 141-157). Elsevier.

Conference Presentation

Hawkins-Pokabla J. & Merritt, J. (2024, September 29) An interdisciplinary equine assisted therapy program for children with autism. [Conference Presentation]. Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Association Conference, Gannon University, Erie, Pa, United States.

Hawkins-Pokabla, J. & D’Amore, C. (2024, March 16). The little knights clinic: Schoolbased expansion. [Virtual Conference Presentation]. Pro-Bono Network Conference.

Hawkins-Pokabla, J., McLaughlin, C. (2024, March 21). Pediatric feeding, eating, and/or swallowing approaches. [Poster Presentation]. American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Orlando, FL, United States.

Patricia Hemshrodt, PhD, MSN, CRNP

Assistant Teaching Professor, Villa Maria School of Nursing

Presentations

Hemshrodt, Patricia (2024, April 9). Gender Diversity in Nursing, How Can an Educator Support Students?, [Presentation]. Pennsylvania Higher Education Nursing Schools Association (PHENSA) Annual Conference, State College, PA

Hemshrodt, Patricia (2024, November 14-16). Student Career Decision Making, The Role of Educators. [Presentation]. Pennsylvania Coalition of Nurse Practitioners (PCNP), Annual Conference, Seven Springs, PA

Blake Hoppe, D.O.

Associate Professor and Associate Director, Physician Assistant Program – Erie

Presentations

Hoppe Exam, B. Oct 23, 2024. “Polypharmacy in Older Adults”. PSPA Conference. Erie, PA

Publications

Exam question publication- Hoppe, B. (Director). (2024). TrueLearn Neurology SmartBank.

David Horne, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor, Physics Department

Publications

Horne. D., Zheng. L., King. B., ‘A Simple, Cost effective Fluid Dynamics Apparatus for the classroom and Laboratory’: AAPT ‘The Physics Teacher’ Phys. Teach. 62, 330–334 (2024). May 2024 Awarded ‘Best of Issue’ Selected as issues ‘Featured Article’, Article featured on Journal cover with enhanced publicity and social media presence’ DOI: https://doi.org/10.1119/5.0132135

Horne. D, Rogillio. C, Brady. J, Lander. E, Schneider. N, Gee. D & Devine. N, Development and Deployment of Large Solar Viewing Window Structures for Safe Public Solar Eclipse

Observation. Bulletin of the AAS: Celebrating the Wonder of Science in the Shadow II Dec 18, 2024 DOI: https://doi.org/10.3847/25c2cfeb.a6f9dcd5

Presentations

Horne, D. ‘Erie’s 2024 Total Eclipse: Community Engagement in the Shadow of an April Moon’. 3rd Beyond the Classroom: Community-Engaged Teaching and Research Conference, Friday, May 31, 2024, Gannon University

Horne. D, April 12th 2024 ‘Measuring Nationwide Atmospheric Changes During the April 8th, 2024 Total Solar Eclipse Using a Series of Compact Weather Sensors’ Marietta College, Marietta Ohio, APS EGLS Fall 2024 meeting Oct 19th 2024

Horne. D., Measuring Nationwide Atmospheric Changes During the April 8th, 2024 Total Solar Eclipse Using a Series of Compact Weather Sensors.’ 20th Regional Science Consortium Research Symposium presentation, Tom Ridge Center Nov 8, 2024

Miller, T. Horne, D. ‘From fable to fact: Characterizing the eclipse wind with the TriSonica Mini’ March 2024 Li-Cor Connection

Horne, D. ‘In the Shadow of an April Moon’ and ‘Eclipse Safety and Science Briefing’- PA DCNR. Northeast Section Guest Speaker. Invited talk. March 12th, 2024

Angela Kelley, MSM, PA-C Associate Professor and Director of Didactic Education, Physician Assistant Program – Ruskin

Publications

Kelley, A. (2024). Varicose Veins of the Lower Extremities: A Primer Part I. Lower Extremity Review, https://lermagazine.com/article/varicose-veins-of-the-lower-extremities-aprimer-part-i

Kelley, A. (2024). Varicose Veins of the Lower Extremities: A Primer Part II. Lower Extremity Review, https://lermagazine.com/article/varicose-veins-of-the-lower-extremities-aprimer-part-ii

Presentation

Kelley, A. (2024, July). Physician Assistant Student (PA-S) Perspectives on Study Resources for Murmurs and Valvular Disease. [Conference Presentation]. FAPA 2024 Summer Symposium, Orlando, FL, United States.

Suzanne Kitts, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Applied Exercise Science Program Director, Nutrition and Human Performance

Publication

JEN-190 (Journal of Exercise and Nutrition) “Nutritional Preparation for an Ultra-Endurance Swimmer: A Case Report.” Suzanne E. Kitts, Kory A Stauffer, Tania B. Flink. This article has since been published in Journal of Exercise and Nutrition, 2025, Volume 8 (Issue 1) : 3.

Stephanie Kubiak, MS, OTR/L, CLT

Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy Department – Erie

Publications

Starns, E., Wehler, R. Church, L. & Kubiak, S. (2024). Breaking barriers and building confidence: Interprofessional education’s impact on allied health students’ competence and self-efficacy in addressing exercise accessibility for people with disabilities. Journal of Sports Medicine and Allied Health Sciences, 9(3). https://scholarworks.bgsu.edu/jsmahs/vol9/iss3/3

Kubiak, S. & Starns, M. (2024). Propelling independence: A provider’s guide to ordering custom wheelchairs. Physician Assistant Clinics. doi.org/10.1016/j.cpha.2024.07.006.

Presentations

Kubiak, S., Starns, E., Wehler, R., Church, L., & Roberts, J. (2024). The road to inclusive fitness: Assessing disability language in exercise science accreditation standards [Oral Presentation]. American Public Health Association Annual Meeting.

Wehler, R., Kubiak, S., & Evans, J. (2024). Empowering all abilities: Inclusive fitness modifications for persons with physical disabilities [Oral Presentation]. Society of Health and Physical Educators Annual Conference.

Kubiak, S. (2024). Exercise adherence among U.S. disability subgroups: A secondary analysis of the national health interview survey [Poster]. American Public Health Association Conference.

Kubiak, S. (2024). Exercise adherence among U.S. disability subgroups: A secondary analysis of the national health interview survey [Invited Poster]. 2024 Patricia Ladds Research Days UPMC Hamot, Erie, PA.

Kubiak, S., Wehler, R., Starns, E., Rappold, J., Church, L.& Green, I. (2024, April 2224). Bridging the exercise accessibility gap: Exploring future fitness and health

professional’s interest in careers within adapted fitness environments [Poster]. Move United Education Conference 2024. Phoenix, Arizona, United States.

Starns, E., Starns, M., & Kubiak, S. (2024). Does gender matter? College student confidence in orthopedic provider based on name [Poster]. Orthopedics Today National Conference

Rita Lenhardt, D.H.Sc., M.Sc., Ed., CCC-SLP, Reg CASLPO Assistant Professor, Speech Language Pathology Program – Ruskin

Publication

Lenhardt, R., Goodman, M., Lunsford, D., & Caswell, T. A. (2024, March 28–30). Escape room: A TBI case-based interprofessional study for OTD, DPT, and SLP graduate students [Abstract]. 2024 NABIS Conference on Brain Injury Abstracts, Las Vegas, NV, USA. Journal of Head Trauma Rehabilitation. https://doi.org/10.1097/HTR.0000000000000963

Presentations

Lenhardt, R. (2024, May 2-3 & 8-9). Review of evidence-based practice for the assessment and international treatment of traumatic brain injury from the Speech-Language Pathology perspective. [Invited workshop]. Semmelweis University, Budapest, Hungary.

Lenhardt, R., & Bell, M. S. (2024, January 31). Executive functions: Assessment and treatment in TBI. [Webinar]. Brain Injury Association of America. Orlando, FL, USA

Lenhardt, R., Goodman, M., Lunsford, D., & Caswell, T. (2024, March 28-30). A TBI case based interprofessional study for OTD, DPT, and SLP graduate students . [Poster presentation]. North American Brain Injury Society’s 17th Annual Conference on Brain Injury, Las Vegas, NV, USA. https://abi2024.org/

Carsone, B., Lenhardt, R., Fulton, O., Horsfall, I., & Mullins, L. F. (2024, September 24). International service learning experience for graduate healthcare students to develop interdisciplinary competencies [Virtual presentation] Nexus Summit 2024: Navigating Complexity to Advance Outcomes! University of Minnesota, MN, USA. https://summit2024.nexusipe.org/

McKay, K., Siner, T., & Lenhardt, R. (2024, June 21). Comparative analysis of INCOG 2014 and INCOG 2.0 Guidelines. [Poster presentation]. 2024 FLASHA Annual Convention. Daytona Beach, FL, USA.

Lenhardt, R., Capece, W., & Walker, B. L. (2024, June 23). Universities collaboration ensures continuity of care in Caribbean service-learning. [Poster presentation]. 2024 FLASHA Annual Convention. Daytona Beach, FL, USA.

Lenhardt, R., Capece, W., & Walker, B. (2024, April 5). Service learning in the Caribbean: A two university collaborative model for continuity of care. [Poster presentation]. Council of Academic Programs in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CAPCSD). New Orleans, LA, USA.

Lenhardt, R., Persad, M., Rodov, N., Wilson, J., & Zyka, E. (2024, December). Quality of life post-voice rehabilitation for patients with laryngectomy following laryngeal cancer [Virtual poster presentation]. American Speech-Language Hearing Association. Seattle, WA, USA.

Lenhardt, R., Abreu, I., Gray, E., Martinez, A., & Strickland, E. (2024, December). Pre-term infants in the NICU: A feeding intervention analysis. [Virtual poster presentation]. American Speech-Language Hearing Association. Seattle, WA, USA.

David LeVan, DHSc, OTR/L, CSRS

Professor, Occupational Therapy Department

– Erie

Publication

LeVan, D., DeDionisio, K., Potter, B. & Swoger, S. (2024). Effectiveness of peer mentorships for Veterans experiencing homelessness: Implications for OT practice. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 2024, Vol. 78(Supplement_2), 7811500194p1. https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2024.78S2-PO194

Presentation

LeVan, D. (2024, March 22). Mentorship programs for OT educators and clinicians considering transition to academia [Poster Presentation]. AOTA Inspire 2024, Orlando, FL.

Constance Lewis, DPT

Assistant Teaching Professor, Physical Therapy Department Program– Erie

Presentation

Probst, K., Lewis, C.C. & Unger, K. (2024, November). Falls in Adults: STEADI and Durable Medical Equipment Predictive Analysis. [Poster Presentation]. Gerontological Society of America Annual Scientific Meeting. Seattle, WA

Richard Ligo, Ph.D. Associate Professor, Mathematics Department

Publication

Sawyer, M., Rahama, A., Gaetjens, Z., Total, C., Burton, A., Gacura, M., Ligo, R., Yeshion, T., & Vanderlaan, G. (2024). The risk of conflating child neglect with viral-induced haploinsufficiency. Annals of Applied Microbiology & Biotechnology Journal, 5(1).

Presentation

Aoh, Q., Conklin, N., Hopkins, Z., Ligo, R., & Nogaj, L. (2024, July 8-10) Fostering

Connections for Inclusive Excellence [Poster session]. LCC1 HHMI Inclusive Excellence 3 2024 Annual Meeting, San Juan, PR, United States.

Dianna Lunsford, OTD, OTR/L, CHT Professor and Program Director, Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program – Ruskin

Publications

VanWye, W. R., & Lunsford, D (Eds.). (2024). Health System Management and Leadership. Elsevier.

Goodman, M., Floyd-Slabough, C., Mueller, K., Lunsford, D., Van Wye, W.R. (2024). Professionalism, Professional Development, and Mentorship. In VanWye, W. R., & Lunsford, D.(Eds.). Health System Management and Leadership. (1st ed.) Elsevier.

Presentations

Lemon, J., Beasley, J., Lunsford, D., Zmyslo, C. (2025, March 27). Thumb Pain Experienced in Hand Therapists [Podium presentation]. 2025 IFSSH and IFSHT Triennial Congress, Washington, DC, USA.

Lenhardt, R., Goodman, M., Lunsford, D., & Caswell, T. (2024, March 28-30). A TBI case based interprofessional study for OTD, DPT, and SLP graduate students [Poster presentation]. North American Brain Injury Society’s 17th Annual Conference on Brain Injury, Las Vegas, NV, USA. https://abi2024.org/

Lemon, J., Beasley, J., Lunsford, D., Zmyslo, C. (2024, September 26-29). Thumb Pain Experienced in Hand Therapists [Poster presentation]. ASHT Annual Meeting, St. Louis, MO, USA.

Lunsford, D. (2024, June 28-29). Understanding Pain [Invited Lecture]. 1st International Conference on Hand Therapy, Porto, Portugal.

Lunsford, D. (2024, June 28-29). Lateral Epicondylitis: An evidenced-based update. [Invited Lecture]. 1st International Conference on Hand Therapy, Porto, Portugal.

Lunsford, D. (2024, Feb. 28). CMC OA: An evidence-based approach. [Invited Lecture]. Centro Hospitalar Universitario do Algarve, Faro, Portugal.

Lunsford, D. (2024, Feb. 28). Relative Motion Orthosis: Indications for use. [Invited Lecture]. Centro Hospitalar Universitario do Algarve, Faro, Portugal.

Self-Study

Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education-Self-study completed and uploaded November 2024.

Nicole McCann, RD, PA-C

Assistant Professor and Clinical Coordinator, Physician Assistant Program – Ruskin

Presentation

Jepson, J., McCann, N. A Review of Current Guidelines for Diagnosis and Management of Peripartum Cardiomyopathy. Presented at: 2024 Annual Symposium of Florida Academy of PAs (FAPA); Orlando FL. July 17-2, 2024.

Presentation

Dean A., Roth-Kauffman M., McCann N. Correlation between Maternal Support Systems and Post-Partum Depression. Presented at: 2024 Annual Symposium of Florida Academy of PAs (FAPA); Orlando FL. July 17-2, 2024.

Anne Moscony, OTD, CHT

Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program – Ruskin

Presentation

Galinda-Jackson, V., Moscony, A., & Wilke, H. (2024, March 23). Conversations that matter: LGBTQ rights and advocacy opportunities. American Occupational Therapy Association Inspire Annual Conference, Orlando, Florida, United States.

Lisa Nogaj, Ph.D.

Associate Dean, School of Sciences and Professor, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

Grants

Nogaj, L. J.; Kuhn, P. “Nanoparticle Identification, Characterization, and Mitigation in the Great Lakes”; Orris C. & Beatrice Dewey Hirtzel Memorial Foundation ($320,000). Awarded September 20, 2024.

Nogaj, L. J. “MATHCOUNTS Chapter Support Grant” MATHCOUNTS via a U.S. Department of Defense STEM Grant ($750), awarded December 19, 2024.

Nogaj, L. J. 2024 American Chemical Society Central Regional Meeting (ACS CERM); Gannon University Faculty Development Grant ($755), awarded October 28, 2024.

Ambuski, M.; Nogaj, L. J. “Creating a Nanoplastics Heat Map for Presque Isle Bay”; J.J. Duratz Research Grant ($200). Awarded April 2, 2024.

Presentations

Aoh, Q.; Conklin, N. B.; Ellwood, K.; Hopkins, Z.; Ligo, R.; Nogaj, L. J. “Building Connections for Inclusive Excellence at Gannon.” Howard Hughes Medical Institute IE3 LCC1 Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, July 2024, San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Aoh, Q.; Conklin, N. B.; Ellwood, K.; Hopkins, Z.; Ligo, R.; Nogaj, L. J. “Fostering Connections for Inclusive Excellence.” American Association for Cell Biology Poster Presentation, December 2024, San Diego, CA.

Nogaj, L. J. “Career pathways in chemistry: Balancing the transition into new leadership roles” American Chemical Society, Central Regional Meeting (CERM), November 8, 2024, Pittsburgh, PA; Invited Poster.

Nogaj, L. J. “Undergraduate Career Panel” American Chemical Society, Central Regional Meeting (CERM), November 9, 2024, Pittsburgh, PA; Invited Panelist.

David Prier, Ph.D. Professor, Mathematics Department

Publication

Brzuz, A., Hawkins-Pokabla, J., & Prier, D. (2024). Variables Impacting First Time Pass Rates of MSOT Students. Journal of Occupational Therapy Education, 8(4). Retrieved from https://encompass.eku.edu/jote/vol8/iss4/11

Karen Probst, OTD, OTR/L, CEAS

Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy Department – Erie

Publications

Probst K. & Unger, K. (2024). Falls in Adults: STEADI and Durable Medical Equipment Predictive Analysis. Innovation in Aging, 8 (1), Retrieved from https://doi.org/10.1093/geroni/igae098.3366

Probst, K. (2024). Fall Prevention Model at a Local Nonprofit Equipment Exchange Program

Utilizing the STEADI: A Compilation of Two Pilot Studies. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 78 (2), Retrieved from https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2024.78S2PO303

Presentations

Probst, K. & Unger, K. (November, 2024). Falls in Adults: STEADI and Durable Medical Equipment Predictive Analysis. [Poster presentation]. Gerontological Society of America Annual Scientific Meeting. Seattle, WA.

LeVan, D. & Probst, K. (2024, May 8). Occupational Therapy and Adaptive Equipment to Improve Daily Living for People with Huntington’s Disease. [Presentation] HD Support Group of Erie, St. Boniface Church, Wattsburg, PA

Probst, K. (2024, March 23). Fall Prevention Model at a Local Nonprofit Equipment Exchange Program Utilizing the STEADI: A Compilation of Two Pilot Studies. [Poster presentation] American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference. Orlando, FL.

Probst, K. (2024, March 25). Matter of Balance.[Invited Presentation] Fall Prevention Group, YMCA, Erie PA.

John C. Roberts, Jr., EdD, LAT, ATC

Assistant Professor and

Interim

Program Director, Master of Athletic Training Program

Publications

Kubiak SM, Starns EA, Wehler RJ, Church LA, Roberts JC. (2024). Evaluating disability inclusivity in accreditation standards for exercise science-related programs: A scoping review. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. Nov. 26. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0000000000005016. Online ahead of print.

Wamsley LA, Roberts JC. (2024). Using vlog assignments to encourage student reflection on clinical experiences. Athletic Training Education Journal, 59(12), Abstract #4. https://doi.org/10.4085/1062-6050-1007.24

Roberts JC, Zegan AM, Fink A, Kubala J. (2024). Extracondylar patellar dislocation inverted on the vertical axis in a collegiate football athlete: A case report and literature review. International Journal of Athletic Therapy and Training, 29(5), 247-250. https://doi.org/10.1123/ijatt.2023-0120

Presentations

Kubiak SM, Starns EA, Church LA, Wehler RJ, Roberts JC. (2024). The road to inclusive fitness: Assessing disability language in exercise science accreditation standards. American Public Health Association’s Annual Meeting and Expo. Minneapolis, MN.

Wamsley LA, Roberts JC. (2024). Using vlog assignments to encourage student reflection on clinical experiences. Athletic Training Educators Conference. Virtual.

Shaffer J, Roberts JC, Beeler D, Wise K, Schroeder L. (2024). The dual role of preceptors and the need for continual preceptor development. EBPCentral. Virtual.

Mokris RL, Roberts JC. (2024). Designing a flipped classroom in an athletic training course for behavioral and psychosocial concerns. Eastern Athletic Trainers’ Association Educators’ Summit. Mashantucket, CT.

Roberts JC. (2024). Designing a flipped classroom in an athletic training course for behavioral and psychosocial concerns. Community Expo for Teaching and Learning. Gannon University Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning. Erie, PA.

Courtney Roca, PT, DPT, Ed.D. Assistant Professor and Associate Director, Doctor of Physical Therapy Program – Erie

Presentations

Abedi, M. S., Flink, T. S., & Roca, C. P. (2024). A Rare Presentation of Multicanal Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo in a Premenopausal Woman with Osteopenia: A Case Report. Cureus, 16(3), e55421. https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.55421

Roca C, Mokris B, Ranney J. (2024, February). Chronic postural control deficits and history of concussion: Testing Protocols for Clinical Practice [poster presentation]. APTA CSM, Boston, MA.

Michele Roth-Kauffman JD, MPAS, PA-C Professor and Program Director, Physician Assistant Program – Ruskin

Presentation

Associate

Presentations

Donna Skelly, PT, Ph.D.

Professor, Doctor of Physical Therapy Department – Erie

Rumbarger K, Vernetti H, Morgan K, Kleffman C, Skelly D. (2024, April). Neck health: a physical perspective for cell phone and technology use in adults. [Poster Presentation]. Celebrate Gannon, Erie, Pennsylvania.

Kleffman C, Morgan K, Rumbarger K, Vernetti H, Skelly D. (2024, April). Clinician and Patient Guide to Tech Neck: ages 0-20. [Poster Presentation]. Celebrate Gannon. Erie, Pennsylvania.

Kory Stauffer,

Ph.D. Professor and Chair, Applied Sport and Exercise Science Department

Publication

Jonathan Ulrich, PT, DPT, OCS, COMT, TPI Cert

Assistant Professor, Physical Therapy Department – Erie

Publication

Ulrich, J. (2023). Leadership in Physical Therapy: A Qualitative Study. ProQuest Dissertations & Thesis [Doctoral Dissertation, Gannon University], Publication No. 31489787

Mary C. Vagula, Ph.D.

Professor, Biology Department

Presentations

Vagula, M.C. Smith D, Hood S, Omalley C, Gerrits R, and Jensen M. Evaluating the effectiveness of cooperative quizzes in enhancing the learning experiences of students. Presented a poster in Annual conference of Human Anatomy and Physiology Society.

Vagula, M.C. Environmental levels of Polybrominated Diphenyl ethers. Presented a virtual presentation in the 5th Annual Conference on Toxicology and Environmental Health. August 2024.

Peck, H and Vagula, M.C. Pathophysiology and management of Lupus Erythematosus. Presented a poster in Celebrate Gannon, April 2024.

Duku, E and Vagula, M.C. Testosterone and the Implicated Risk Factors Involved in its Steady Decline. Presented a poster in Celebrate Gannon, April 2024.

Brennan Schmitt, Duku, E, and Vagula, M.C. Testosterone and the Implicated Risk Factors Involved in its Steady Decline. Presented a poster in Regional Science Consortium, Nov, 2024.

Khalaf R, Schmitt B, Vagula M.C. Evaluating the protective role of lisinopril against apoptosis induced by amyloid beta peptides. Presented a poster in Celebrate Gannon, April 2024

Gary Vanderlaan, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Biology Department

Publications

Sawyer, M.E., Rahama, A., Gaetjens, Z.E., Total, C.R., Burton, A.D., Gacura, M.D., Ligo, R.G., Yeshion, T., and Vanderlaan, G. (2024). The Risk of Conflating Child Neglect with ViralInduced Haploinsufficiency. Annals of Applied Microbiology & Technology Journal 5: 15.

Marsh, M., Vanderlaan, G., & Gacura, M. D. (2024). The Microbial Art Plate: STEAMing Through Aseptic Technique with a Proper MAP. American Journal of Science Education Research, 675, 1–10.

Kelly, O., Sullivan, J., Carris, N., Geci, S., Martinez, A., Liashenko, V., Colvin, J., Misko, E., Vanderlaan, G., Liu, H., & Dalvi, P. S. (2024). The impact of diabetes mellitus on the development of psychiatric and neurological disorders. Brain Disorders, 14, 100135.

Battleson, S., Betler, A., Divers, H., Kloecker, J., Esperance, I., Farrell, N., Sawyer, M., Rahama, A., Dalvi, O., & Vanderlaan, G. (2024). Mitochondrial disease patients and rotavirus infection complications. Journal of Allergy & Infectious Diseases, 5(1), 17–28.

Betler, A., Battleson, S., Sawyer, M., Kloecker, J., Esperance, I., Rahama, A., Divers, H., Dalvi, O., Farrell, N., & Vanderlaan, G. (2024). POLG Heterozygosity Manifests Clinically in Numerous Pediatric Cases. American Journal of Medical Research & Health Sciences, 145, 1–16.

Terfa, R. D., Patel, P. N., Kim, H. D., Gacura, M. D., Vanderlaan, G., Chen, L., Ji, X., & Piovesan, D. (2024). Harnessing Brewery Spent Grain for Polyhydroxyalkanoate Production. Macromol, 4(3), 448–461.

Presentations (*Student Presenter)

Sawyer, M.*, Liashenko, V., Misko, E., Singh, P., Pearson, D., Hollenbeck, G., Burton, A., Vanderlaan, G., Liu, H., and Dalvi, P. (2024, March / April). Review on Diabetes and Obesity Treatments. Poster presented at the Annual Tri-Beta NE-3 District Research Conference at Gannon University in March, Sigma Xi Research Conference at Penn State Behrend in April, and 99th Annual Meeting of the Pennsylvania Academy of Science (PAS) at Messiah University in April.

Ambuski, M.*, Guerierro, N., Lewis, K., Williams, D., Saber, C., Vanderlaan, G., Dalvi, P. (2024, March). To kill an ancient killer: synthesizing a putative anti-mycobacterial drug. Poster presented at the 267th American Chemical Society (ACS) National Meeting, New Orleans, LA.

Miller, H.*, Haener, O., Piovesan, D., Vanderlaan, G., and Gacura, M. (2024, March & April). Optimization of Growth Conditions for Pleurotus ostreatus for Production of Mushrooms and Biomaterials. Poster presented at the Annual Tri-Beta Research Conference at Gannon University in March and Sigma Xi Research Conference at Penn State Behrend in April.

Sigma Xi Research Conference at Penn State Behrend in April 2024 and Celebrate Gannon April.

Terfa, R.D.*, Chen, L., Gacura, M., Vanderlaan, G., Ji, X., and Piovesan, D. (2024, April). Preparation of 3D Printable Filament Using Brewer’s Spent Grain Derived Poly-Lactic Acid Composites. Poster presented at the Manufacturing PA Innovation Program Expo at Harrisburg, PA in April.

Vanderlaan, G., Gacura, M., Devine, N., and Conklin, N. 2024. Sampling life in the air How Collaborations Can Drive Science. Presented at the Problem-Solving Hack-a-Thon at Tom Ridge Environmental Center, Erie PA. in January 2024. Personally invited by Hailey Dahl, Education and Outreach Manager, Regional Science Consortium.

Nash Library

Emmett Lombard, Ph.D. Professor and Outreach Librarian

Articles

Lombard, E. (2024). Library Databases and Chatbots. Internet Reference Services Quarterly, 28(4), 463–471.

Lombard, E. (2024). Library Science Program Dearth at Prestigious Universities. Arkansas Libraries, 80(4), 15–18.

Lombard, E. (2024). Educational Pedigree and Prestige: Does where Head Executives Earn Degrees Matter? UL Open Access, 1(1), 24–29.